NFT: Ok Scotch drinkers

glenf 12
balvenie 12

Dalmore
Oban

the 12-year should be in your price, range, maybe 14 on the Oban (or maybe just outside your range)

To me the best value at around $50-.

The Highland/Speyside choices above are all perfect.

If he's looking for a different flavor profile (ex: peaty), Lagavulin and Laphroig are in your range, and Talisker from the Isle of Skye is different as well.

Balvenie 12 year double wood
Oban

and came to enjoy it so much that I now buy it on the ground. It's a 12 year aged, sherried Speyside single malt. Reviews quite well compared to some of the usual suspects in the 12 year range and comes in around your price point.

An interesting choice that's not exactly mainstream but holds up well, IMO, and is eminently drinkable. I love Islay whisky but am not always in the mood for a very peaty Scotch.
Glenfarclas 12 year - ( New Window )

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Any year Balvenie for me. Really good and not at the highest end $-wise.

It's the entry-level Glemmo, but it's also very smooth and tasty.

Balvenie DW 12. Great balanced single malt at that price point.

The Mac if he likes it a bit more peaty the Dalmore if he likes it a bit milder.

not had before at that price point, try Craigellachie. I enjoy it.

First question to be answered is: Does he drink single malt or a blend?

Personally, as a blend drinker, I enjoy Johnny Walker Black - far below your price range but extremely popular and enjoyable. If he likes a blend but something higher end, you can go with Green or Blue. If he wants a single malt, go with some of the recommendations above.

you first need to know if he drinks it straight (with maybe a little ice) or mixed with soda or water ... if straight then you go with a single malt (ie Glenlivet); if mixed then any of the upper end blends (JWB, Chivas 12 or Dewars 12) make fine gifts.

Tastes medicinal...

yeah its irish rather than Scotch but it rules.

Would also recommend Monkey Shoulder (its a blend) but its really good bang for the buck.

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and came to enjoy it so much that I now buy it on the ground. It's a 12 year aged, sherried Speyside single malt. Reviews quite well compared to some of the usual suspects in the 12 year range and comes in around your price point. An interesting choice that's not exactly mainstream but holds up well, IMO, and is eminently drinkable. I love Islay whisky but am not always in the mood for a very peaty Scotch. Glenfarclas 12 year - ( New Window )

Its actually a Highland - that site is incorrect. But I agree, its my go to on United and is a solid pick.

Excellent scotch, and you can find it ~$50.

In comment 13563520 Justlurking said:

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In comment 13563287 regulator said: Quote: and came to enjoy it so much that I now buy it on the ground. It's a 12 year aged, sherried Speyside single malt. Reviews quite well compared to some of the usual suspects in the 12 year range and comes in around your price point. An interesting choice that's not exactly mainstream but holds up well, IMO, and is eminently drinkable. I love Islay whisky but am not always in the mood for a very peaty Scotch. Glenfarclas 12 year - ( New Window ) Its actually a Highland - that site is incorrect. But I agree, its my go to on United and is a solid pick.

Are you sure it's a Highland? I'm pretty sure Ballindalloch is along the River Spey.

Fabulous medium priced scotch. Prices all over the lot. I just got a case for $39.99/bottle. I have seen it for $70. I like Acnoc, but imo, this is much better.