Choosing a whisky for someone can be exceptionally difficult at times. Here are some pointers to help you find the right malt whisky gifts for your loved ones.
How to Choose the Right Malt Whisky Gift?
Get to Know What They Like
If you’re going to buy someone a whisky as a gift, it is important to try and find out what sort of whisky they like. This could be an indicator of the flavours or blends that they like. This can be an essential part of the decision making process. Finding out whereabouts the whisky is made in Scotland can also useful.
Start with the Same Distillery
Once you have found out what sorts of whisky they like, it can be a good idea to choose a gift from the same distillery. If they drink Glenfiddich 12-year-old, then try going for a 15, or a limited edition bottle.
Explore New Territory
If you’re still unsure about which whisky to get, you could go a little outside the box. Instead of buying a full bottle of whisky that you’re unsure about, try purchasing a tasting pack of whisky miniatures. This will allow whoever you’re buying for to experiment and try a handful of new whiskies, instead of the one. There are many types of miniature whiskies to choose from including;
- Miltonduff
- Glenburgie
- Benromach
Try a Special Release
If none of the miniatures seem right, then you could always try a special release whisky. These rare whiskies can be a treat, but if you’re on a budget then this probably isn’t the option for you. Rare whiskies come with a massive price tag. This could be an excellent gift for someone who knows a lot about whisky mind you.
Quick Fact About Whisky
If you are from anywhere else in the world apart from Scotland, you probably spell whisky with an ‘e’. For it to be a real Scotch whisky it has to be made in Scotland and it will be spelt without the ‘e’.
Where to Look for Malt Whisky Gifts?
If you’re looking for malt whisky gifts for your friends or relatives, you may be wondering where to get them from. Most supermarkets sell whisky on the lower end of the spectrum, with younger ages and less rarity. If you are looking for an older or rarer whisky, then companies like The Rare Malt Whisky Company can help. Their collection of fine, rare whiskies across most of the Scottish whisky districts, including;
- Speyside Whisky
- Islay Whisky
- Island Whisky
- Highland Whisky
- Lowland Whisky
They even sell rare malt whisky gift sets that include a whisky miniature and branded glass.
