Scotch recommendation? For boss, $100-300

[AreaCode707]

Hi guys,

We may be coming down to the wire on calling time of death on a complicated and huge project, through no fault of my boss or co-workers. We've all worked our asses off and, while we're not QUITE ready to throw in the towel, we all know the likelihood.

I used internal employee recognition programs to pay kudos to my co-workers from several teams already for the fact that they've dumped 1.5+ years of passion into doing the right thing in the right way, even with uncertain outcome. However, I want my boss to know that I appreciate all the heat he's taken on our behalf, how much he's encouraged us to do the right thing despite all opposition, not just on a "the company pays for it" level. This is a guy I would go to work for again any day, any company, any topic.

He's a Scotch lover, but in a kick back on a temperate evening kind of way. He likes and appreciates the unique stuff but isn't intense about or into the heavy peaty inaccessible style.

What's something I could get him that he's unlikely to have had before but could still enjoy without "OMG SCOTCH AND NOTHING BUT MFING SCOTCH" level commitment, something he could conceivably share with a more casual drinker if he wanted to show off a bit?

 

[MongGrel]

This lept to mind after watching Charlie Wilsons War last night, but on looking it up pretty extreme pricing I guess.

http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-4842.aspx

The site in general would be good I'd imagine if it's even on there, thought I'd mention the place.

I always loved Glenfiddich but pretty low end for what you're doing I guess.

But I guess they do make different aged ones too of course.

*Edit* does look other Talisker on there I've never tried myself, but I guess that's one of the top versions I listed.

 

[DesiPower]

Go to Costco, find the single malt that looks fancy and matches your price range.

 

[MongGrel]

Just some thoughts.

http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/twesearchresult.aspx?q=talisker+

 

[bbhaag]

Take a look at Highland Park 18. It's on the lower end of your budget but not really appreciated here in the states so he might not have had it before.

I bought a bottle for my father in law for Christmas because he is a scotch lover as well. We opened it up over the holidays and it got good praise from everyone who tasted it.
It is on the peaty side though but it has a smoothness to it that is hard to describe.

 

[Tiamat]

Depends who he is showing off to. John walker king George V would be a good choice for the masses. Nice bottles sits pretty in plain view, easy pleasant flavor that anybody who is a casual whisky drinker would approve. Any of 18yr Glenlivet, Glenfiddich, macallan would get a nice head nod from single malt casual drinkers as well as casual scotch drinkers in general. Anything else would either be unknown to casual masses or have a flavor profile too polarizing.

 

[MongGrel]

Depends who he is showing off to. John walker king George V would be a good choice for the masses. Nice bottles sits pretty in plain view, easy pleasant flavor that anybody who is a casual whisky drinker would approve. Any of 18yr Glenlivet, Glenfiddich, macallan would get a nice head nod from single malt casual drinkers as well as casual scotch drinkers in general. Anything else would either be unknown to casual masses or have a flavor profile too polarizing.

Take a look at Highland Park 18. It's on the lower end of your budget but not really appreciated here in the states so he might not have had it before.

I bought a bottle for my father in law for Christmas because he is a scotch lover as well. We opened it up over the holidays and it got good praise from everyone who tasted it.
It is on the peaty side though but it has a smoothness to it that is hard to describe.

I'd go with those, I've always been a casual scotch drinker.

 

[nurturedhate]

My vote would be a macallan.

 

[DigDog]

no need to go nuts.
this caol ila cask strength will do just fine at $110 for a bottle.
http://www.parkaveliquor.com/shop/bottle/36204

 

[nurturedhate]

no need to go nuts.
this caol ila cask strength will do just fine at $110 for a bottle.
http://www.parkaveliquor.com/shop/bottle/36204

That is a nice suggestion though it is on the peaty side.

 

[MongGrel]

This thread makes me want to try this out.

But no

http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-4840.aspx

 

[nsafreak]

I'm a big fan of single malts myself, typically speysides although I do try other regions. My recommendation would be for a Duncan Taylor Glenrothes 21 year old.

 

[MrCassdin]

Hi guys,

We may be coming down to the wire on calling time of death on a complicated and huge project, through no fault of my boss or co-workers. We've all worked our asses off and, while we're not QUITE ready to throw in the towel, we all know the likelihood.

I used internal employee recognition programs to pay kudos to my co-workers from several teams already for the fact that they've dumped 1.5+ years of passion into doing the right thing in the right way, even with uncertain outcome. However, I want my boss to know that I appreciate all the heat he's taken on our behalf, how much he's encouraged us to do the right thing despite all opposition, not just on a "the company pays for it" level. This is a guy I would go to work for again any day, any company, any topic.

He's a Scotch lover, but in a kick back on a temperate evening kind of way. He likes and appreciates the unique stuff but isn't intense about or into the heavy peaty inaccessible style.

What's something I could get him that he's unlikely to have had before but could still enjoy without "OMG SCOTCH AND NOTHING BUT MFING SCOTCH" level commitment, something he could conceivably share with a more casual drinker if he wanted to show off a bit?

Forget the scotch - tell him what you told us, be authentic, he won't forget it.

 

[bbhaag]

nvm

 

[Away]

Glenmorangie 18.

 

[angminas]

MacAllan 18 or Johnnie Walker Blue.

 

[Cerpin Taxt]

This even comes in a really nice box that enhances presentation.

https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/glenmorangie-18-year-old-extremely-rare-whisky/#!/product/

 

[lxskllr]

Aberlour A'bunadh

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A'bunadh

 

[DigDog]

Aberlour A'bunadh

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A'bunadh

i thought it was horrible. rotting cask .

there's a reason why its always 50% off in tesco.

 

[lxskllr]

i thought it was horrible. rotting cask .

there's a reason why its always 50% off in tesco.

I like it much better than the regular Aberlour, which isn't bad, but not that great either. Mine is batch #9, so maybe it's gotten bad since then, but I find that hard to believe.

 

[IAteYourMother]

If the 12 is any indication of its general style, then I would think the Yamazaki 18 would be a good choice. I guess technically not scotch

 

[lxskllr]

If the 12 is any indication of its general style, then I would think the Yamazaki 18 would be a good choice. I guess technically not scotch

From what I've read, the Japanese have good malts. In years past they were very secretive, and would blend in, or use 100% Scottish malt. Dunno what the current practice is, but it would be a unique gift, and something different from scotch.

 

[Howard]

Forget the scotch - tell him what you told us, be authentic, he won't forget it.

Do both.

 

[shortylickens]

MacAllan 18 or Johnnie Walker Blue.

Blue is very expensive relative to the flavor. Black and Red are MUCH better deals for the money.

 

[shortylickens]

Hi guys,

We may be coming down to the wire on calling time of death on a complicated and huge project, through no fault of my boss or co-workers. We've all worked our asses off and, while we're not QUITE ready to throw in the towel, we all know the likelihood.

I used internal employee recognition programs to pay kudos to my co-workers from several teams already for the fact that they've dumped 1.5+ years of passion into doing the right thing in the right way, even with uncertain outcome. However, I want my boss to know that I appreciate all the heat he's taken on our behalf, how much he's encouraged us to do the right thing despite all opposition, not just on a "the company pays for it" level. This is a guy I would go to work for again any day, any company, any topic.

He's a Scotch lover, but in a kick back on a temperate evening kind of way. He likes and appreciates the unique stuff but isn't intense about or into the heavy peaty inaccessible style.

What's something I could get him that he's unlikely to have had before but could still enjoy without "OMG SCOTCH AND NOTHING BUT MFING SCOTCH" level commitment, something he could conceivably share with a more casual drinker if he wanted to show off a bit?

http://www.ralfy.com/

Also:

https://www.youtube.com/user/ralfystuff/videos