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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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rja
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Just had some 21 and 35 distillery bottled Springbanks a couple of weeks ago at a friends. Really liked the 21 a lot, cracked open for the occasion.
Another friend is sitting on a distillery bottle of 45 Springbank. What do I have to do to get him to open that one?
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BTW: Begging hasn't worked! 8^)
lloydelee21
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Wow! 45 Springbank! Would def love to try...though i wonder is it better or just older and rarer? That said, the 21 and 35 are pretty sensational.

If you EVER get that 45 cracked open...pls post!
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Had 30 and 40 year old Laphroaig, prefer the 30.
Had 21 and 35 year old Springbank, prefer the 21.
Had 18 and 25 year old Macallan, prefer the 18.
Just goes to show......Older is not always better.

Caveat(although it frequently is)
lloydelee21
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Totally agree!!

I think the 25-yr Macallan is waaay overpriced and i have been saying it for nearly 7 years now. The 30-yr is stunning beyond all belief...but the 18 imho is better than the 25! Good to know on the others.

I am inclined to agree on Springbank 21 as well...that is one special bottle. Thank goodness i bought 2! ;)
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