10 Best Scotch Brands February 2015

#1 of 10 Best Scotch Brands of 2015 - With a history that dates back to 1801, Chivas is a brand that knows how to do things right - the brand's longevity is a testament to that success. Instituted after the end of Prohibition, Chivas Regal is a high-end blend that can be enjoyed by everyone, from whiskey connoisseurs to relatively inexperienced drinkers. Why such a broad appeal? Because while refined, the taste of Chivas Regal 12-year blended Scotch is also quite smooth, with a delightful flavor that incorporates fruit, honey, and herbs. With a finish that incorporates both sweetness along with spicy and peppery notes, Chivas Regal 12-year is a balanced blend with a deep, delicious flavor.

#2 of 10 Best Scotch Brands of 2015 - Dewar's is a name that requires no introduction, as even those new to the world of whiskey and other fine beverages will surely recognize it as among the top shelf offerings at most bars, taverns and restaurants. The brand's signature Scotch does its well-known name proud, with a succulent honey tone and a very smooth, silky flavor to match. Easily sippable even for those unaccustomed to drinking Scotch straight, the Dewaar's Signature Scotch provides a rich yet mellow taste of honey, vanilla, caramel and a touch of fruits. This full-bodied blend lingers on the palate and provides a pleasant and long-lasting taste. Refreshing and reliable, this Scotch is the perfect way to end a long day.

#3 of 10 Leading Scotch Brands of 2015 - HM the King Scotch Whiskey has an alcohol content of 40% based on volume. It has a color that is light gold. There is an aroma of vanilla, which is also the prominent tasting note when you drink the whiskey. You will also notice a blend of cloves and peat. The cloves give a slight spicy flavor to the drink that blends well with the vanilla. This is a simple whiskey with a delicate flavor.

#4 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2015 - This is an 80 proof amber colored very mellow blended scotch whisky made from an original recipe created over 100 years ago. It's the ultra-premium offering of Buchanan, aged in oak barrels, and bears an orange flavor that doesn't dissipate on the rocks. The youngest component of the spirit is aged for 21 years with other components being far older. If finishes with a mossy peat flavor of penetrating length. It's the recreation of the 1901 version that was created to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII, which explains the red seal. It's a true blend Scotland.

#5 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2015 - Great King Street Artist's Blend is a scotch that is made of grains and distilled in oak barrels. There is malt in the scotch, making up a little less than half of the ingredients. It has the look of hay, and when you open the bottle, you will notice a citrus aroma. You will also get hints of vanilla and buttercream. This is a drink that has a sweet taste. It is similar to vanilla ice cream with a slight combination of spices.

#6 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2015 - In the eyes of many, Johnny Walker is simply unparalleled when it comes to Scotch. The brand's Blue Label is particularly lusted after, consisting of a blend of the rarest whiskeys that Johnny Walker has to offer. In addition to providing a smooth and enjoyable flavor, Blue Label also provides a bit of a history lesson, as the blend is specially formulated to emulate the 19th century style of whiskey. With the signature smokiness that Johnny Walker enthusiasts know and love, Blue Label is finely crafted and a true labor of love, with each cask used in its production hand-selected to provide the best and smoothest flavor possible.

#7 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2015 - Grant's Blended Scotch Whiskey is one that has several flavor notes. When you open the bottle, you will notice a small of pears as well as berries. There is a light golden color to the scotch. The drink is distilled in oak barrels so that it has the lighter color and rich taste. There is a deep fruit flavor, giving the beverage a sweet taste that blends well with a large variety of other drinks.

#8 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2015 - Tomatin's The Antiquary 21 Year Old blended Scotch is finely crafted from Speyside and Highland malt with Islay and Lowland grains providing extra depth. Aged for 21 years in oak casks, Antiquary 21 Year Old is the finest blended Scotch whiskey available from Tomatin, and one of the finest true Scotch bottles on the market today. Its aroma is malty with hints of orange and toffee, while the carefully controlled aging process provides a smokier flavor than the distillery's younger blends. Drinkers will find a warm and sweet mouth feel with an extended heathered honey aftertaste. A Double Gold Medal winner at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Antiquary 21 Year Old contains 43.0% alcohol and is available for around $100 per bottle.

#9 of 10 Best Scotch Brands of 2015 - Marshal Black 12-year-old scotch whiskey, distilled, blended and bottled in Scotland, is perhaps one of the finest Scottish blended scotch whiskeys ever made using grain and mature malt. As the name implies, all the malts that are used in this blend have been aged a minimum of 12 years, with some having been aged much longer than that. Also, the grain whiskey required to produce this fine, blended scotch whiskey has been aged a minimum of 12 years as well.

#10 of 10 Top Scotch Brands of 2015 - Old Parr Superior 18 YO has been aged for 18 years and has an alcohol content of 43% by volume. This scotch has several flavor notes as well as aromas that you can detect. The dominant notes are fruity with a slight hint of smoke. This drink also has a spicy taste that blends well with the smoke additions. It has an amber color. When you begin to drink the scotch, you will notice a variety of roasted nuts and dried apples.