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What I wouldn't give to be able to get my hands on some MacAllan Fine Oak. I hear it's mighty fine stuff.
I have always wished I could enjoy a good single malt scotch. I have tried many really good ones including ones above, but for the life of me, they all taste like kerosene. I have been told many times it is an acquired taste, but how much do I have to drink to acquire a taste for it? Does anyone ever taste it the first time and say wow?
I did. It was a Glenlivet 12 and the bartender made sure I added water. If you've never tried it, add a little bit of distilled or spring water (up to around 30% to taste) to the scotch before tasting it.
I hear you, noble. I like it all too. Clan MacGregor, Philadelphia, I can't remember what the rack whisky at our local is called but it is awful and wonderful at the same time.
The first time I tasted scotch, it felt like someone stabbed me under the tongue. I could only drink Jack mixed with Coke. What helped me get over it is knowing that I loved whisky (and later whiskey) even though it didn't really taste good. I know that doesn't sound like it makes sense but that's how it happened. One day it just clicked.
The first time I tasted scotch, it felt like someone stabbed me under the tongue. I could only drink Jack mixed with Coke. What helped me get over it is knowing that I loved whisky (and later whiskey) even though it didn't really taste good. I know that doesn't sound like it makes sense but that's how it happened. One day it just clicked.
I did. Bourbon tasted terrible to me right out of the gate but I can now enjoy a glass every now and then. Single malts and blends from Scotland, however, have always tripped my trigger. I usually give up when I find myself trying to like something.
@papipeguy: That is a thing of beauty my friend.
Looks great. I got a bottle of Glenlivet 12 year trying to get a taste for it. It is not my thing. I tried.
The trick with most single malts is a drop or two of water which releases the aromatics. Then sip and priase the Scots. Brought a bottle of 12 year-old Glenlivet on our long weekend trip to Virginia this week.
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