Glenmorangie 10 The Original Review and Tasting Notes

The Story

Glenmorangie 10 The Original is a well regarded entry level single malt scotch from one of the most highly regarded distilleries.  It also happens to be among the cheaper 10 years that you can find out there.

The distillery was founded in 1843 in the Highland Region and reports having the tallest still in Scotland.  This stills are just shy of 17 feet tall, and the distiller reports that because only the "lightest and purest vapors make it to the top," their whisky is gifted with a smoother elegance.

This distiller is well known for using extra finishing casks after basic maturation and produces well regarded whiskies that have received an additional year or two in port, sherry, and wine casks.  However, The Original does not receive this additional treatment.

Glenlivet 12 Review and Tasting Notes

The Story

Glenlivet 12 is the entry level whisky of the best selling single malt brand in the world.

I have to admit to having two different feelings towards Glenlivet 12, one positive and one less positive.

First, I appreciate it.  It is perhaps the most accessible single malt in the world, both in terms of pricing and availability.  At $34 for a bottle, the price is reasonable.  At the same time, the flavor of Glenlivet is middle of the road enough to appeal to a broad market.

Thus, it serves the noble job of bringing single malt scotch to the world.

You have to love that.

Johnnie Walker Black Label - Review and Tasting Notes

The Story

Ahhhhh, Johnnie Walker Black Label, one of the most well known (and well marketed) scotch brands in the world.

I have to admit, I have a history with Johnnie Walker.

As I described in my real Aberlour A'bunadh Review, my scotch journey began with the sherried malts.

But that's not quite the whole story.