10 Best Single Malt Scotch Brands January 2015

#1 of 10 Top Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Glenfarclas 25 has a very strong aroma. However, the flavor isn't as overwhelming as you might think. It's a complex scotch that has notes of citrus, honey and various types of nuts. The smoky flavor can be attributed to sherry smoke, and there are also flavors of fruitcake. While there are several flavors involved in the drink, you can clearly distinguish them from each other. The sherry and nuts in the drink seem to complement each other nicely.

#2 of 10 Leading Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Ardbeg Corryvreckan is the type of strong-bodied and heavily flavored single malt scotch whiskey that has earned the storied craftsmen from Scotland international acclaim. The flavors in a sip of Corryvreckan are numerous but they are steadily introduced into the tasters palette with bold and poignant combinations. The first wave of flavor embodies a peppery quality with hints crisp seaweed followed by black tarry espresso coffee. Next is a foray into dark blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries. Hints of bitter almonds join star anise and hickory and round off the adventurous taste experience with a significant bite.

#3 of 10 Top Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Rustic and antiquated - Highland Park 21 YO is a honeyed blend of orange zest, butterscotch, and dark chocolate, in combination with the richness and smoky dryness of distilled spirits. The full-bodied flavor begins with a tingling sip, progressing into a powerful punch of a slow, languid burn. Aged for 21 years within an American oaken cask, small batches of this whisky are seasoned with sherry, providing an extra layer of pleasant, power-packed sensations that spread tantalizing warmth from within. This is a rewarding malt whiskey that requires patience, ambition, and determination—perfect for those who have worked long hours and need time to unwind.

#4 of 10 Best Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Laphroaig 15 is a 15 year old gotcha that is loved by many. It is an Islay single malt scotch whiskey with a very distinctive flavor. Though it is too much for some people, it is ideal for others. The taste is characterized by a sweetness that resembles sherry quite a bit, as well as Islay intensity. The nose of this drink is considered somewhat medicinal in flavor with a tone of seaweed, and the body of this single malt scotch is medium to full, as well as somewhat oily. The finish of this drink is dry, round, and long.

#5 of 10 Leading Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Bunnahabhain 25 is a drink with a golden color. The company began distilling the drink in 1988, and it is still being produced in Florida. There are notes of hazelnut and sherry mixed in with several types of fruit. This makes it seem like a fruitcake in some ways since it's so sweet in flavor. Some of the spices dominate at the end of the drink, but they are warm instead of the strong notes that you would expect.

#6 of 10 Leading Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - The Glenlivet 18 is a single malt that begins at the age of 12 years followed by ages of 15 and 18. The beautiful golden color is clearly seen in the round bottle. When you smell the scotch, you will get an aroma of roses and sherry. There are red fruits as well as pears and apples that are tasted. You also have a caramel flavor blended with subtle spices and oak. The scotch is made in casks that have held bourbon as well as sherry in order to get the flavors infused.

#7 of 10 Best Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Bowmore's 12 year old Scotch whiskey is an easy drinking beverage that combines a unique blend of smoky peat, honey, and lemon zest, with added floral elements. At forty percent alcohol by volume, this whiskey is complex yet balanced with a long, mellow finish. The late whiskey reviewer Michael Jackson described this whiskey as "remarkably long and complex." Boomer's 12 year scotch whiskey works well when paired with seafood. Add a squeeze of lemon over your scallops or oysters for a perfect pairing.

#8 of 10 Best Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Matured within American oaken casks and seasoned with a touch of sherry, The Dalmore 28 Whiskey requires patience, determination, and ambition to recreate a generations-old recipe. The timeless ingredients are pungent and pleasant, releasing a tantalizing tingle of fragrances well-before the opening sip. Designed to be savored, this whiskey boasts a host of flavors in a single swallow. The flavors translate to aromas, providing a mouth-watering preview when the seal is broken. There are overtones of sweet vanilla, warm amber, and caramel, with the traditional addition of slow, languid spirits. This whiskey is one that warms with a slow burn all the way down.

#9 of 10 Top Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - It takes time to make a good Scotch. The master distillers at Glen Goyne know this. The years on the bottle are only part of the story. They spend up to 6 years preparing each oak cask to ensure it is perfectly aged to provide a distinct flavor and color found in these fine single malt scotches. Once the oak is ready to receive the whiskey, it will still be more than a decade before most see the inside of a glass. This slow process is what produces such a superb single malt.

#10 of 10 Leading Single Malt Scotch Brands of 2015 - Bruichladdich 15 is a finer drink with subtle notes that blend well together. It is aged for about 15 years. This drink has been distilled in bourbon casks so that the flavor of the bourbon is infused in the drink. It has the appearance of a honeycomb with a smell of apple pie topped with vanilla. There is only the slightest hint of malt in the drink. When you taste the drink, you can pick up on the apple flavor and the almonds.