Oddbins used to sell minatures and probably still do.
Otherwise Glenmorangie's a good accessible one for beginners. I'd steer clear of the peaty stuff, especially Laphroig - that's not for the newcomer. I'd avoid Glenfidditch too, Glenmo is a lot smoother.

Back in those misty days when I actually had a fucking job I sold whisky. Best I tasted were a Bowmore 18year old (sublime complexity, length and smoothness) and an absolutely mental £50 Ardbeg that ripped your taste buds apart, even diluted.

I want malt whisky for christmas. Only been able to afford one half-bottle all year :(.
(raymond "three griddle pans" luxury yacht lovin' the christmas action, Mon 7 Dec 2009, 18:26, 1 reply, 16 years ago)

Thinking about it..
..you want this. It's a blend, but on a par with Glenmo and a lot cheaper. Perfect beginner's bottle. Looks a bit different too. Nice one.
(raymond "three griddle pans" luxury yacht lovin' the christmas action, Mon 7 Dec 2009, 18:29, Reply)