Top Picks for American Single Malt Whiskey

Dark amber color. Aromas and flavors of dark chocolate, toasted rice, barley tea, and toffee cookies with a supple, crisp, medium-to-full body and a smooth, complex, medium-long finish with elements of clover, hints of orange and mango, spiced apple, and hints of anise. A soft, fruity and pillowy American Single Malt that will have Scotch drinkers jumping the pond.

Golden amber color. Aromas and flavors of spiced mocha, gingerbread, fudge, coconut, and banana pancakes with a round, bright, dry light-to-medium body and a smooth, relaxed finish that presents notes of caramel cremes and rum-raisin cake. A smooth-sipping American Single Malt Whiskey best served neat or in classic stirred cocktails.

Golden amber color. Aromas and flavors of creamy caramel, roasted peanuts, ripe raspberry, grilled meats, and sliced bananas with a round, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a seamless, complex, medium-long finish that presents shades of herb focaccia, buttered crepes, whipped cream with nutmeg, and ganache finish. A tasty, complex American single malt with a lengthy finish that unveils new flavors with each sip.

Dark amber color. Baked aromas and flavors of digestive biscuits with honey, flan, rum-raisin, chocolate-covered almonds, and nougat with a round, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a hot, elegant, medium-long finish conveying nuances of mango coulis, toasted barley, dried banana, and watercress finish. A rich and toothsome single malt that hits every note.

Dark copper color. Aromas of fresh baked croissant, pumpernickel, and chestnut with a round, vibrant, fruity medium-full body and a tingling, complex, very long cherry preserves, grilled pear, herb butter, toasted marshmallow, saddle soap, chocolate-hazelnut spread, and fresh mint finish. A spectacularly complex and dense American Single Malt Whiskey that offers incredibly well-integrated flavors and a deliciously satisfying finish; buy this.

Dark amber color. Aromas of smoked apricot, autumn leaves, honeycomb, chocolate malt balls, and apple pie with a slightly chewy, vibrant, dryish medium-to-full body and a peppery, interesting, medium-long caramel, spiced pumpkin, and cinnamon toast finish. A lightly peated, fruity and complex single malt whiskey that is sure to please.

Gold color. Aromas of cinnamon rolls, lemon poppyseed cookies, buttered toast, peach chutney, and spiced apple compote with a satiny, vibrant, dry light-to-medium body and a smooth, complex, medium-long tea with cream, fresh tarragon, fennel, milk chocolate, and toasted hazelnuts finish. A light-bodied, fresh and spicy Single Malt that invigorates the palate with a complex mélange of herbs and fruits.

Dark amber color. Aromas of dark chocolate mint cremes, pecan praline, hot chocolate, honey, sorghum wine, and ginger-mint with a slightly chewy, crisp, dry medium-to-full body and a peppery, interesting, medium-long dried mint, oregano, vanilla bark, cedar, and leather finish. A twisting and turning American Single Malt Whiskey that keeps things interesting; flavors of chocolate, mint and spicy ginger are welcome treats.

Amber color. Aromas and flavors of iodine, soft pretzel, smoked seaweed, soft white bread, pear, and smoked meats with a satiny, crisp, dryish light-to-medium body and a warming, captivating, medium-length finish that shows touches of white chocolate, coriander, peppercorns, and ash finish. A successful peated American Single Malt with lots of flavors to unpack.

Gold color. Aromas and flavors of toasted oats, caramel candies, banana chips, hops, and palo santo with a lean, bright, dry light body and a hot, brisk finish. A fruity, fiery Single Malt that tickles the palate.