>Glenfiddich 12. This is classic Speyside 12yo single malt
>that is readily available, won't break the bank, and a pretty
>solid entry for people to try scotch if it's their first time
>or they are moving up from a blended scotch like, say, Johnnie
>Walker Black.
>
>Balvenie 12 Doubewood. If finished or double barrel bourbons
>was your jam, this may be of interest. Another solid Speyside
>pick, this also spent some time in sherry casks before being
>bottled.
>
>Glenlevit 15. A personal favorite that doesn't get a lot of
>shine. A bit more complex than the ones above with an almost
>sweet finish from the French oak casks. Find it at a good
>price and it will do you good.
>
>Highland Park 12. This is my wild card, as you start to get
>some of that peat smoke and salty, briny, iodone note that
>many think all scotch has. It's not nearly enough to turn you
>off from it, but enough to be noticeable and determine if that
>note is your jam or not. If it is, the world of Islay scotch
>will open up to you, and buddy, there's some hitters there.
>