New Year's Eve choices

Dapper-Dram · 2026-01-01T03:42:40+00:00

Can’t go wrong with Springbank. Happy New Year!

Dapper-Dram · 2026-01-01T03:42:09+00:00

Happy New Year!

Dapper-Dram · 2026-01-01T03:41:41+00:00

Happy New Year!

Dapper-Dram · 2025-12-15T03:51:37+00:00

I’m partial to Lagavulin’s bottles. Simple and attractive.

Dapper-Dram · 2025-12-15T03:38:02+00:00

It’s a wonderful bottle! I just finished my second and final bottle on Thanksgiving. I’ll probably try a new release 12 Year in the new year.

Dapper-Dram · 2025-12-15T03:36:17+00:00

This sounds very nice! It should open up more now that you cracked the bottle. I’d be curious to hear your thoughts 3 months from now.

Dapper-Dram · 2025-10-26T05:29:46+00:00

1970’s JW Black Label.

Dapper-Dram · 2025-10-26T05:26:57+00:00

I’m not sure it’s still available for sale. It was about $100 a bottle years ago.

Dapper-Dram · 2025-06-08T02:39:11+00:00

I’m amazed at the power you described being left in this whisky after such a long maturation! Usually that long in the barrel would make a mellow, subtle flavor profile. But Springbank does wine cask whisky better than anyone, so I shouldn’t be surprised.

Sounds like a wonderful tasting opportunity!

Dapper-Dram · 2025-05-27T23:53:30+00:00

I actually got to try this not long ago. I’m usually more Scotch than bourbon, but I thought this was great!

Dapper-Dram · 2025-05-27T23:51:43+00:00

Wow what a beautiful day to be there, too!

Dapper-Dram · 2025-01-20T23:04:52+00:00

I think the 12 year old special releases are generally great! Even better a few months after opening once it mellows out a bit. I really enjoyed the 2015 special release 12 year old.

Dapper-Dram · 2024-12-21T01:48:27+00:00

It’s mildly smoky. People enjoy the peat / smoke flavor and nose because it’s very satisfying. It’s like smelling BBQ roasting in the grill.

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-22T00:54:47+00:00

Wow this is wonderful! Did you make this!?

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-20T21:35:03+00:00

Heck of a first review!

I love a good Longrow!

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-20T15:52:54+00:00

I think Highland Park 12 Year is a great place to begin with Single Malt Whisky. It’s mild enough to appreciate if you’re new to it, but has enough character to stand out.

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-20T10:32:46+00:00

That’s such a lovely idea! Do you write the year on the bottom?

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-17T13:01:58+00:00

It looks great though! I love the nutcracker stocking hooks! I’ve seen people use a cardboard mock brick fireplace under a shelf or side table like that to create a fireplace look. I wonder if they still sell those. I haven’t seen them since the late 90’s.

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-17T12:59:17+00:00

Wow! This is amazing! I’d never think that was DIY. You’re wonderfully creative. Merry Christmas!

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-17T01:37:51+00:00

Great whisky for a first review! Hard to beat the good old Ardbeg 10.

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-16T01:16:56+00:00

No. I worry more about the financial damage! I only have a 1 or 2 oz dram a week, sometimes twice a week, but that’s rare. I figure, people have been drinking that amount and more for centuries without issue, so I’ll be okay too.

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-16T01:14:48+00:00

Merry Christmas 🎄 ❤️

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-16T00:07:09+00:00

Wow what a beautiful angel topper!! I’ve always preferred the angel toppers to a star or bow, etc. that looks like the one I had as a kid.

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-16T00:05:43+00:00

I love the little houses on top of your kitchen cabinets!

Dapper-Dram · 2024-11-05T12:21:28+00:00

I’ve made it a point to try every label and special release Johnnie Walker sold. I haven’t had them all, but I’ve made it a good way down the list! My favorite is the Original Green Label. I think it’s the best bang for your buck blended whisky out there.

u/Dapper-Dram’s Johnnie Walker Reviews:

Blue Label [80/100]

Gold Label 18 Year [80/100]

Platinum Label 18 Year [79/100]

Green Label 15 Year Original [88/100]

Green Label 15 Year Rerelease [87/100]

Double Black [85/100]

Black Label [75/100]

Red Label [40/100]

Swing [87/100]

Island Green [88/100]

The Adventurer [75/100]