The Best Scotch Whiskies For Every Budget: Siponey Founder Amanda Victoria Picks 21 Superb Bottles
Summary
We got along instantly when we met many moons ago and as expected, she loved the Laphroaig too.So when I decided to remind the Scotch-consuming public that the Caledonia spirit isnt only for the damp, dark, and dreary months of winter, I reached out to Victoria to curate Scotch whiskies for every kind of palate and budget. The industry has come a long way in terms of inclusivity, to women especially, while simultaneously dropping much of the snobbery that had defined it in the past.And so after Victorias years-long stint at several of New York Citys finest cocktail establishments (plus well-regarded Michelin-Star restaurants), she found herself moving up and traveling all over the United States and the UK for the Edinburgh-based Scotch Malt Whisky Societythe kind of sweet job almost any spirits professional would die for. The perfect accompaniment to shrimp scampi or a lighter-style pasta or even seafood dishes, The GlenDronach Port Wood Single Malt is easily the best option for main course food pairings.MORE PEAT, AND EVER SO SWEET: LAGAVULIN 8 YEAR ($85)A personal favorite! It makes for a dynamic and elegant highballwith fresh lemon.TOAST TO A DELICIOUS FUTURE WITH THIS: ARBIKIE HIGHLAND RYE 4 YEAR ($296)So pretty: sweet menthol, complex high, a bright summer garden breeze, a standout, flavorful dram, caramelized orange peel, lighter fluid (! It has the balance of sweet and peat, reminiscent of pear \xe0 la mode, spearmint pop finish, and raisinspractically designed for the most pristine and complex Penicillin ever.This ones a classic double diamond from Arbegan experts-only Islay dram, but beautiful and playful in its own right, says Victoria.