Headed to Scotland

[stevehawk]

Work is sending me to Scotland from 5-8 Feb. (My head is still spinning over my good fortune at this unexpected turn of events.) :0

Anyway, I've had scotch and enjoyed it, but am an extreme novice when it comes to the stuff. If you guys were headed there, and could bring back 2 bottles, what would they be? Price is a consideration, so please keep it under $100 if possible.

Ray, I'd like your suggestions specifically. I was going to send a PM, but wanted to air it out for other suggestions as well.

Thanks in advance for any assistance!

Steve


Edit: for clarity...

 

[Jonesy]

Sounds like a good trip! I know nothing about Scotch, but hope you have a great time!

 

[audilicious]

cool!

become a friend of laphroaig and get your free bottle!

 

[junkman_56]

Wow Steve, what a great opportunity.

Enjoy your trip. :thumbs:

 

[Satchmo]

Make sure you bring back a suit case full of haggis!!! Mmmmmmmmmmm....

 

[AVB]

It isn't like you can get a good bottle on every corner. Where in the country are you going? With that info I should be able to narrow it down a bit for you.

 

[stevehawk]

It isn't like you can get a good bottle on every corner. Where in the country are you going? With that info I should be able to narrow it down a bit for you.

I will be in Glasgow. I'd like to buy something that may not be available here in the States, if possible. TIA!

 

[AVB]

The Whisky Shop
Buchanan Galleries
Buchanan Street
Glasgow
G1 2GF

Phone No: +44 (0)141 331 0022
Fax No: +44 (0)141 331 0044
Email: glasgow@thewhiskyshop.net
Opening Hours

Mon - Wed, Fri, Sat: 9.00am - 6.00pm
Thursday: 9.00am - 8.00pm
Sunday: 12.30pm - 6.00pm

Directions

Situated in the heart of Glasgow, on the lower ground floor of the Buchanan Galleries Shopping Centre at the top end of Buchanan Street. The store is a few minutes walk from both rail and bus stations.

What to look for:

Glen Ord 12 - No longer imported to the US I gave it a decent review

An Cnoc 12 - As above

Balvenie 1993 PortWood - As above

Glen Elgin 12 - I really liked this one in my review

Ledaig Sherry Wood Finish - I've not had this one but have heard it is decent

Those 5 are all well under $100 and should be easy enough to find. Maybe I'll have you look for one of mine while you are there. I'll get back to you on that later.

 

[stevehawk]

Thanks for the info and help, Ray. Let me know if there's anything I can get for you. I'm guessing there is a limit on what I can bring back, but I'll do what I can.