Quote Originally Posted by Cigarbear View Post
The 14 yr is the youngest as far as I know but the 18 yr is well worth the coin if you can spare it. Oban has been my single malt of choice since visiting Scotland in college. I completely agree with George about it being a good balance between the Highlands & Islands. It's peaty but not so strong as Talisker and its ilk.
Have you tried the Dalmore Gran Reserva (formerly their "Cigar Malt")? It's a Highlands Scotch. To me - just a wee bit different, but it has many of the same rich, earthy kinds of characteristics (including the peaty-ness) I like in Oban. And - it also pairs very well with a cigar.