Not Just Another Glen
At the Glenmorangie tasting at Morton's Thursday, the selection of scotches made for an enjoyable adventure into the single-malt world.
For the casual drinker, it is easy to confuse Scotches. Each one is seemingly Glen-something. Glenfiddich. Glenlivet. Glenkinchie. In this climate, it is easy for the Macallan and Johnnie Walker's of the group to stand out. But, on Thursday, Glenmorangie hosted a tasting at Morton's on Prospect St. This was my first taste of Scotland's best selling single-malt whiskey, and, in large part, it did not disappoint. The sampling included the Original ($35 per 750ml), Lasanta ($45), Quinta Ruban ($45), and Nectar D'Or ($65). The Original – aged 10 years in bourbon casks – had a familiar nose and mild taste. The flavor was smooth with tones of fruit, though there was a slight alcohol burn that lingered with the finish. The Lasanta, tasted …
