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I ever tell you guys how much of a glutton for punishment I am? No? Never?

So I’m at my favorite Indian restaurant, getting some delicious chicken tikka masala, and I decide to get it “hot”. Bear in mind, this deviates from my normal order of “medium” by an order of magnitude hovering around 3 million. The waitress warned me, but foolishly I pressed on. You ever sweat in fifty-degree weather? I have – it’s an entirely different experience, let me tell you. Yet, no matter how hot the food was, it was that much more tasty; it was like little flavor devils were stabbing the buds on my tongue with little spicy pitchforks for thirty minutes. Yum.

Afterward, I decided to wash it down with a grand classic – The Glenlivet 12 Year single malt Scotch whisky. Ask any person at a bar to name 3 brands of Scotch and they’re likely to say the following: Johnnie Walker, Glenfiddich, and Glenlivet. The Glens have become ubiquitous in bars and restaurants, and Johnnie Walker is that old stalwart that will never go away; this is all for good reason.

Glenlivet 12 Year has grown a reputation for being an accessible Scotch. Its mild aroma and flavor are appealing to neophytes and seasoned Scotch drinkers alike. On this day, I was that seasoned Scotch lover, and I can tell you it was a brilliant plan if I may say so myself.

The youngest of five, Glenlivet 12 Year extends a bright golden hue to the drinker, along with a slightly sweet and fruity aroma that lingers with just a splash of water. The taste is smooth and mellow, has a touch of fruitiness and that sweet Scotch bite. The finish is just a bit spicy, and isn’t a long one, so you’ll be back quickly for another sip in short order.

At about 35-40 dollars, this is a good one to keep on hand for a quick and generous pour.