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Old 23 March 2021, 18:31   #21
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Guess I'm the odd one out then. I really like the deep, burt wood smokiness of Laphroaig.
I do too...it's nice to have choice though.

I also agree with Wilk, how can anyone have a good malt in their house and not have it open. I understand making it last, but not opening it?

I wouldn't have the self discipline to stare at a really good bottle of whisky for too long before needing to see if it was actually any good, my curiousity would get the better of me.

It feels like the Corry is the one to try
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Guess I'm the odd one out then. I really like the deep, burt wood smokiness of Laphroaig.
i dont mind smoke its the iodine i cant get away with reminds me of cleaning the kids rabbit hutch out when they hadnt done it for ages and the sawdust was sodden with rabbit piss.

and as for having bottles unopened in the house i find if i buy loads of bottles theres always a few unopened
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i have an unopened bottle of glenfarclas 15yr that is my favorite but i am keeping that for the first time we have a get together with our friends after the lockdown ( it was coming to Easdale but thats looking doubtful)
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I did come by a bottle of 15year old Springbank at the start of the first Lockdown....kept to my word and did not open it until the end of that period....none left now though
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reminds me of cleaning the kids rabbit hutch out when they hadnt done it for ages and the sawdust was sodden with rabbit piss.
Ah yes, you've just rekindled some nostalgic memories.
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I did come by a bottle of 15year old Springbank at the start of the first Lockdown....kept to my word and did not open it until the end of that period....none left now though


How was it? I’ve got a 12yr Springbank lurking somewhere.
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How was it? I’ve got a 12yr Springbank lurking somewhere.
Very nice indeed
Less smokey than the Isalys, but lots of complex flavour.
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Guess I'm the odd one out then. I really like the deep, burt wood smokiness of Laphroaig.
Some distilleries use oak casks, some maple. Previously filled with fine sherries and bourbons.

I suspect Laphroaig make theirs outta old railway sleepers and treat them with Cuprinol.

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Some distilleries use oak casks, some maple. Previously filled with fine sherries and bourbons.

I suspect Laphroaig make theirs outta old railway sleepers and treat them with Cuprinol.

That's probably why I like it, always loved the smell of creosote
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Some distilleries use oak casks, some maple. Previously filled with fine sherries and bourbons.



I suspect Laphroaig make theirs outta old railway sleepers and treat them with Cuprinol.





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Some distilleries use oak casks, some maple. Previously filled with fine sherries and bourbons.

I suspect Laphroaig make theirs outta old railway sleepers and treat them with Cuprinol.


OK Mr Wilk, we get it you don't like Laphroaig
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Some distilleries use oak casks, some maple. Previously filled with fine sherries and bourbons.

I suspect Laphroaig make theirs outta old railway sleepers and treat them with Cuprinol.

you just made tea come out my nose
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The Corryvreckan arrived this evening....wow!

Tried first sip undiluted to get a feel - bad move. Definitely needs a drop or two of cold water to unlock the taste.

Compared with a sip of Lagavullen, which is softer & smoother, I think the Corry will take a couple of drams to fully appreciate.

Thanks for the advice chaps
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That was quick. It's cask strength, likely nearly 58% so yes, one of rare times I add water and in this case, as much as "same again". It's potent stuff, made to sip and ponder. The length and evolution of the flavours is where it really shows. My regular sippin' Islay is Caol Ila, a much more approachable dram, but a shadow of the Corry.
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....I suspect Laphroaig make theirs outta old railway sleepers and treat them with Cuprinol.

Get away with ya, Lightweight! And it'll be real creosote not that creosote substitute rubbish.

Laphroaig or an old Bowmore for me...along with some white Cheshire cheese on a granary biscuit...yum....

PS. No added water, no wonder it tastes like TCP.
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Get away with ya, Lightweight! And it'll be real creosote not that creosote substitute rubbish.

Laphroaig or an old Bowmore for me...along with some white Cheshire cheese on a granary biscuit...yum....

PS. No added water, no wonder it tastes like TCP.
Thankfully it's not just me who's got some taste, try it with some blue viened lancashire.
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Is Teacher's and Dairy Lee slices in the running?
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Is Teacher's and Dairy Lee slices in the running?
Teachers and Laughing Cow is better
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Pushing the boat out tonight, anyone got some Kraft cheese slices?
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I didn't belive that was real, until I Googled it! Wouldn't you think they would try and make it look appealing, even if it doesn't sound appealing!
So what's it like Dave?
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