10 Best Scotch Brands 2017

To taste the best of Scotland, you should look at this list for the leading scotch brand. Scotch is a type of whisky that is made exclusively in Scotland. Unlike other whiskys, scotch is made from barley. This barley is malted, which is a large part of the drink's texture and flavor. You can learn more about the best options for scotch by doing some research into the brand. Look to see where and how the scotch is produced, and make sure that the company is reputable. Any of the labels on this list are perfect for your drinking pleasure. The companies below have been reviewed based on a wide range of qualitative and quantitative statistics. In some cases, variable listing fees effect position on this list; however only highly-regarded firms are accepted through our review analysis. Learn more about our ranking process here.

 Best Scotch Brand Logo: Chivas Regal 12 YO Blended Scotch Whiskey

#1 of 10 Best Scotch Brands of 2017 - Whiskey fanatics the world over would likely agree that Chivas Regal 12 YO Blended Scotch Whiskey deserves it "Best Scotch Brand" award. Good spirits take time. The liquids blended into Chivas Regal 12 YO Blended Scotch Whiskey have aged as long as 12 years. Good spirits have a great nose. Chivas Regal 12 YO Blended Scotch Whiskey smells amazing. Good spirits bring great flavor. Chivas Regal 12 YO Blended Scotch Whiskey gives the drinker a dance upon his or her taste buds. Responsible people are invited to shared Chivas Regal 12 YO Blended Scotch Whiskey with their friends.

 Top Scotch Brand Logo: Dewer's Signature Scotch
#2 of 10 Best Scotch Brands

Dewer's Signature Scotch

Aberfeldy, Scotland

#2 of 10 Best Scotch Brands of 2017 - Dewer's Signature Scotch is a drink that has a color of gold. It comes in a small bottle with an etching of the name of the company on the bottle. When getting the first scents of the scotch, light notes of coconut and toffee are present. Tasting notes include honey with a hint of chocolate and coconut. These flavors give an overall sweet taste to the drink, leaving a smooth finish in the mouth and a consistency that coats the palate.

 Leading Scotch Brand Logo: HM the King Scotch Whiskey
#3 of 10 Best Scotch Brands

HM the King Scotch Whiskey

Highlands, Scotland

#3 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2017 - HM the King Scotch Whiskey is a beverage that is made in the highlands of Scotland. Only the freshest grains possible are used when making the whiskey. It is made in one of the largest distilleries in the area. There is a smooth flavor as the drink is on the palate. The whiskey has a golden color with hints of cloves and vanilla. These scents give way to a sweet drink when tasting. Notes of honey linger.

 Top Scotch Brand Logo: Buchanan's Red Seal Blended Scotch
#4 of 10 Leading Scotch Brands

Buchanan's Red Seal Blended Scotch

Dalwhinnie, Scotland

#4 of 10 Leading Scotch Brands of 2017 - Buchanan's Red Seal Blended Scotch is produced in England and distributed throughout the world by parent company Diageo. The scotch starts off with a warm citrus aroma, followed by a mossy flavor and a finish that includes nuances of nuts and chocolate. While it compliments a mixed drink wonderfully, most people prefer to sip and savor to enjoy all of the subtle flavors. The Beverage Testing Institute assigned a score of 92/100 to Red Seal in 2011, which is quite a strong and respectable score.

 Top Scotch Brand Logo: Great King Street Artist's Blend
#5 of 10 Leading Scotch Brands

Great King Street Artist's Blend

Edinburgh, Scotland

#5 of 10 Best Scotch Brands of 2017 - Great King Street Artist's Blend is named a Best Scotch Brand. Their recipe is a mix of single malt and single grain mixes to create a unique blend of Scotch. Three specific single malts and a single whiskey make up the exact composition of the Artist's Blend. The spirits come from barrels that are made combining American Oak and French Oak, and a Sherry bottom to give the Scotch a custom flavor profile that is fruity, malty, grassy, and meaty. Some of the flavors that consumers find in the spirit include vanilla, berries, roasted coffee, grilled marshmallows, dried fruits, and a malty taste.

 Leading Scotch Brand Logo: Johnny Walker Blue Label
#6 of 10 Top Scotch Brands

Johnny Walker Blue Label

Kilmarnock, Scotland

#6 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2017 - Johnny Walker Blue Label delivers a silky feeling to the palate. It has a color of straw and is in a tall slender bottle. Only the finest grains and malt are used when making the scotch. On the nose, there are round aromas of smoke blended with sweet scents. When tasting the scotch, there is a velvet entry that coats the tongue with a sweetness of honey. There are also notes of rose petals, hazelnuts and sherry. A hint of spice is present when finishing.

 Best Scotch Brand Logo: Grant's Blended Scotch Whiskey
#7 of 10 Best Scotch Brands

Grant's Blended Scotch Whiskey

Dufftown, Scotland

#7 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2017 - With a recipe that has been refined over five generations, Grant's Blended Scotch Whiskey is considered among the best in its class. Distributed in over 180 countries, this full-flavored scotch features notes of ripe summer fruits, including pears, and exudes malty and sweet fragrances. Grant's Blended Scotch Whiskey is perfect for sipping or including in mixed drinks and cocktails, such as a Manhattan or a Blood and Sand. Established in 1887, Grant's Distillery has perfected whiskey and made their brand a favorite of connoisseurs world-wide.

 Top Scotch Brand Logo: Antiquary 21 YO Blended Scotch
#8 of 10 Leading Scotch Brands

Antiquary 21 YO Blended Scotch

Tomatin, Scotland

#8 of 10 Leading Scotch Brands of 2017 - Antiquary 21 YO Blended Scotch has a light golden color and is made with two different kinds of malt that have been blended together. Fresh grains of the Lowland area are used when making the scotch. There is a sweet smell when opening the bottle, leading to the sweet taste of the drink on the palate. When tasting, there is a texture almost like syrup with hints of toffee. A finish of dry oak is present.

 Leading Scotch Brand Logo: Marshal 12 YO Scotch
#9 of 10 Leading Scotch Brands

Marshal 12 YO Scotch

Highlands, Scotland

#9 of 10 Best Scotch Brands of 2017 - Harrison Wine Vault Fine Wine and Spirits offers an in-store coupon for new newsletter subscribers. Additional savings include 15% off mixed cases. After opening in 2011, Harrison Wine Vault enjoyed rave reviews, impressing wine experts with their broad selection. The three-level store includes a classroom, a temperature-controlled wine room and retail space. Part of the shop is a former bank vault. In November of 201, Harrison Wine Vault opened a new Whiskey Room, which has a varied selection of whiskey, only rivaled by locations in Manhattan.

 Leading Scotch Brand Logo: Old Parr Superior 18 YO
#10 of 10 Best Scotch Brands

Old Parr Superior 18 YO

Fife, Scotland

#10 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2017 - As a "Best Scotch Brand" honoree, the people who build the spirits in each bottle of Old Parr Superior 18 YO put passion and patience into each bottle that carries this unique label. Old Parr Superior 18 YO has a nose and a flavor combination that does not happen over night. With spirits aged as long as 18 years in whiskey barrels, you get flavors of charred wood and deep notes that you could only gain through time. Whether with friends of an intimate other, raise a glass of Old Parr Superior 18 YO when you want to responsibly celebrate.

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