Ne Plus Autre - Scotch

[Rebel Herfer]

My Grandpere's favorite Scotch was Ne Plus Autre and I was trying to find any information on this libation. Is it still available somewhere or do I have the name incorrect? I think it was made by the makers of Dewers. It may have been renamed. Any info is appreciated.

 

[AVB]

What you are looking for is Dewar's Ne Plus Ultra, I haven't seen a mention of it past 1960 but that doesn't mean it wasn't made a bit longer. I would think that the current Dewar's Special Reserve (12 yo) would be even a better drink since aged scotch wasn't as prevalent in the 50's and 60's.

 

[Rebel Herfer]

Is it still available? What is the closest thing to it on the market now? I'm wondering if it was from even earlier than the 50/60s, or an incarnation thereof? I'll try the Dewar's Special Reserve (12 yo). Thanks.

 

[AVB]

No, it isn't still available and probably hasn't been for at least 20 or more years. The Special Reserve will be a fine substitute.

Is it still available? What is the closest thing to it on the market now? I'm wondering if it was from even earlier than the 50/60s, or an incarnation thereof? I'll try the Dewar's Special Reserve (12 yo). Thanks.

 

[rbbrock]

I bought a bottle of Dewar's Special Reserve two to four years ago and it was a fine drink. In my opinion, its quality is on par with JW Black. I prefer JW Black for the smokier flavor, but if one dislikes that style of whisky the Dewar's 12 is probably right up one's alley. I can't give any specifics as it's just been too long and I don't have my notes, but I remember trying it because I used to drink a lot of Dewar's white label and thinking it was pretty good (before I discoverd that I'm a peat freak).

 

[Rebel Herfer]

I bought a bottle of Dewar's Special Reserve two to four years ago and it was a fine drink. In my opinion, its quality is on par with JW Black. I prefer JW Black for the smokier flavor, but if one dislikes that style of whisky the Dewar's 12 is probably right up one's alley. I can't give any specifics as it's just been too long and I don't have my notes, but I remember trying it because I used to drink a lot of Dewar's white label and thinking it was pretty good (before I discoverd that I'm a peat freak).

I know what you mean - I'm working on two fingers of Lagavulin 16 right now. Thanks for the info on the Dewar's 12, I'll give it a shot or two.