Can someone recommend Single Malts for me. So far I tried Cragganmore 12 years old and Glenmorangie 10 years old.
Recommend a vice? Why, of course!
Laphroaig 10 year -- Peat bomb, oily, smokey, rich, very long finish. If you haven't had an Islay, it's the 'prototype', albeit stronger than others.
Bowmore 12 year -- Similar to Laphroaig, but far less smoke, less peat, more well balanced. A less harsh flavour. I perceived it as more 'briny'.
Dalwhinnie 15 year -- Smooth, gentle, light. A small amount of peat. It's nickname 'the gentle spirit' is well chosen. Heathery.
Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban 12 year -- The same as 10, but aged two more years in port pipes. Minty, chocolate, a bit warmer. A desert drink.
Glenfiddich 12 year -- Slightly sweet, floral, maybe fruity? Nothing unique, but a good drink none the less.
Caol Ila 12 year -- Another Islay, strong and unqiue, though less so than Laphroaig. Most hate it or love it.
Speyburn 10 year -- Inexpensive! Malt, grain, barley, caramel, floral, smooth.
Bushmill's 10 year -- Irish. Light, grainy, 'unmalted barley'. Typical of an Irish whisky.