Thread: 303 Double Rifle and what whiskey ?

Whiskey is Irish. Whisky is Scots. Old Pulteney is one of those whiskies that you either like or hate. If your mate likes a lot of peat, go for an Islay single malt, such as Laphraoig, Ardbeg, etc. If he likes something a wee bit softer, Glenmorangie from the Speyside might be a good choice. If he likes a bit of heat, Bunnahabhain is an option, especially the 12 year old small cask distilled bottling with the red label, which is under $100. The Tamdhu batch strength No. 5 is a very nice Speyside whisky.
Many recent special editions have been disappointing because distillers have gone a bit crazy with a variety of finishing casks. Avoid MacAllan because a previous owner sold off all the good old casks to Japan about 15-20 years ago and it will be 15-20 years from now before they are expected to have any whisky worth buying, especially at the prices they charge. Glenallachie has taken that market.

Do your research, as others have suggested, find out what style he prefers and … avoid the novelty expressions. Best of luck with acquiring that double.