Tommy suggests a Christmas tasting order to brother-in-law Rick

Dick, This sounds like a lot of fun. I have definite opinions on the order of the tasting. To maximize the tasting so you can learn the most from the experience before passing out I would do the following: Start with the Glenkinchie, a lowland distillery just 15 miles south of Edinburgh. This is a mild smooth expression of whisky that no one will find harsh or offensive and will set the mood for the night. Next proceed to the Speyside region with Cragganmore, Ben M's favorite. Next try a Glenfiddich (remember it's pronounced like your name, Dick.) Now move to the Highlands with a Dalwhinnie, and Glenmorangie (the Scots favorite.) Leaving this region you will have had your fill of the sweet and floral tasting whiskies leaving you with a strong desire for something more manly. Will the Priest be joining you? Let's move to the West Highland regiion with Oban. You will now start to experience the effect of the westernly winds and the ocean to a small degree. Now in preparation for the grand finale move to the Island of Skye and enjoy a dram of Talisker. OK it's time to finsih with a true Islay, my favorite Lagavulin. Tastinig an Islay in any order but last will defeat the purpose of a whisky tasting because an Islay will wipe out your taste buds and prevent you from picking up some of the more delicate expressions of the other whiskies. Now if you are still standing and are not having sex with each other sit back, light up a cigar and enjoy a dram of Dalmore cigar malt. Slainte, Tommy Maaltman