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Best 1 Springbank 10 Year Old
Springbank 10 Year Old

Springbank 10 is a cult classic among scotch enthusiasts. Produced in the historic Campbeltown region, it is one of the few distilleries that malts its own barley on-site. The result is a whiskey with...

9.2 Excellent
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2 Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old
From $50-70 USD (varies by region)

Bunnahabhain 12 is a unique Islay scotch because it is largely unpeated. This allows the distillery's coastal, nutty, and slightly salty character to shine through, complemented by a rich influence fr...

9.0 Excellent
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3 GlenDronach 15 Year Old Revival
GlenDronach 15 Year Old Revival

GlenDronach 15 Year Old Revival is a sherry-bomb of the highest order. Matured in Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, it is packed with notes of dark chocolate, dried figs, blackberries, and warm...

9.0 Excellent
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4 Ardbeg 10 Year Old
Ardbeg 10 Year Old

Ardbeg 10 is a benchmark for heavily peated Islay scotch. It is known for its intense, medicinal, and smoky character, balanced by a surprising sweetness of lemon and lime. It is a bold, uncompromisin...

8.7 Very Good
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5 Glenfiddich 12 Year Old
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old

Glenfiddich 12 is the world's best-selling single malt scotch, and for good reason. It is a light, floral, and fruity whiskey that is incredibly easy to drink. With notes of pear, apple, and a hint of...

8.6 Very Good
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6 Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Lagavulin 16 Year Old

The benchmark for Islay single malt, Lagavulin 16 is a masterclass in balance. It offers a profound depth of peat smoke, iodine, and seaweed, perfectly tempered by a rich, sherry-influenced sweetness....

8.6 Very Good
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7 Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Glenfiddich is the worlds most awarded single malt Scotch whisky, produced in Speyside, Scotland. Known for its approachable and fruity character, it's a popular introduction to single malt whisky. Wh...

8.5 Very Good
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8 Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch Whisky
Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch Whisky

Monkey Shoulder is a blended Scotch designed to be approachable and enjoyable. It combines three single malt whiskies from Speyside distilleries, resulting in a smooth and fruity flavor profile with n...

8.5 Very Good
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9 Dewar's White Label Blended Scotch Whisky
Dewar's White Label Blended Scotch Whisky

Dewar's White Label is a widely available and approachable blended Scotch whisky. Its known for its smooth and balanced flavor profile, making it a great introduction to Scotch for those new to the ca...

8.5 Very Good
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10 Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Glenfiddich 12 is a widely recognized and respected single malt Scotch whisky, known for its accessibility and pleasant character. Matured in American oak and ex-bourbon casks, it delivers a delicate...

8.1 Very Good
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11 The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The Glenlivet 12 is another excellent introduction to Speyside Scotch. It offers a slightly richer and more complex flavor profile than Glenfiddich 12, with notes of ripe pear, honey, and a touch of o...

8.0 Very Good
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12 Monkey Shoulder
Monkey Shoulder

Monkey Shoulder is a blended malt scotch that is specifically designed for mixing. It is a blend of three different Speyside single malts, resulting in a smooth, fruity, and approachable spirit that w...

8.0 Very Good
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13 Balvenie 12 Year Old DoubleWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Balvenie 12 Year Old DoubleWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Balvenie 12 DoubleWood is a Speyside single malt matured in both traditional whisky casks and sherry casks, resulting in a complex yet approachable flavor profile. Expect notes of honey, vanilla, and...

7.5 Good
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14 Laphroaig Select
Laphroaig Select

Laphroaig Select offers a gentler introduction to the intensely peaty style of Islay Scotch. While still exhibiting smoky and medicinal notes, its less aggressive than the flagship Laphroaig 10. Its a...

7.4 Good
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