6 Underrated Speyside Single Malts

The largest Speyside distilleries, like Glenfiddich, Glenlivet, and Macallan, rank among the most successful in the world, hailing from the region at the center of single malt scotch. Once you've given the standbys a taste, take the road (or river) less traveled to unexpected wonders and bargains on tasty whiskies.

Taste the Diversity of Speyside With These Bottles

Glen Moray 25 year old Port Cask Finish—93 points, $300Heady perfumes, vanilla fudge, ripe citrus, oak, and spiceTamdhu Batch Strength 002—92 points, $90Rich, full bodied, with sweet sherry, dried fruits, cherry, and allspiceTomintoul 25 year old—90 points, $415Honeyed malt, vanilla, gentle florals, delicate fruits, almond, and spiceCragganmore 12 year old—87 points, $50Honey, spices, citrus, sweet florals, and light smokeAnCnoc Cutter—90 points, $65Oily smoke, ash, peach, apple, vanilla, apricot, and leatherLongmorn 16 year old—90 points, $125Milk chocolate, orchard fruit, spice, dried fruits, and oak