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Best single-malt Scotch...

I have to give credit to Redwiki for the inspiration to start this thread. Yes, certain malts better compliment certain music or certain moods. Of the fifteen or so different malts in my cabinet right now, my favorites are: Aberlour "Antique", similar to the popular Macallan, but not as syrupy; a bit drier, light hearted and less complicated; great with Mozart and Brubeck. Mortlach "Limited Edition" cask strength. Powerful, smoky, mysterious. Great with Bartok, Berg and late 'Trane. Loch Morar 25 yr old. Incredibly complex and intense, with a hint of honey and flowers. Great with Poulenc, Stravinsky and Bill Evans. Any other single-malt aficionados out there?
frogman
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cpdunn99
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I'll hafta keep a lookout fer that Port Ellen!
scotty_910
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I enojoy the glenrothes, single speyside 1989!
aboldor
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For a warm, rich, taste (perhaps too rich for some) Highland Park is a great choice. Worth a try, IMO. Works great with jazz for me. Cardhu is on the opposite side of the spectrum, very light and "easygoing" yet not dry (perhaps too easygoing, careful, hehe…). All in all an excellent all-around “companion.” Most of the others lay in between, except for those with an exceptionally strong character, like Laphroaig or Talisker, which are definitely worth a try, but may be something of an acquired taste for the non-aficionado.
[slight hijack] I usually prefer my whisky straight, but I was wondering if there is a “golden rule” (other than trial and error) about adding water to your drink? [/slight hijack]
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cpdunn99
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one drop of water only, is what I've heard
redkiwi
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provided it doesn't go in the glass.
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