Quote Originally Posted by ColinL View Post
For a first scotch I'd recommend any young Speyside or Highland if you're into light toast and white wine. Try a young Islay if you're into burnt toast and red wine. The latter is what got me hooked. Laphroaig 10 is a good one. If you're into the former, i'd say The Glenlivet 12.

Take a look at http://www.forpeatsake.com/ for ideas. It's a site i've been working on with user submitted scotch reviews and tasting notes.

Colin.
Between the Laphroaig 10 and 15, I'd take the 15 yo. But it isnt for beginners thats for sure.