How Scotch May Be Like Sushi

The first time I had Sushi I wasn't all that impressed. It was good, I just didn't see what all the fuss was about. Two weeks later I suddenly had a craving for the stuff and ever since have eaten it pretty much whenever I can afford it.

What the hell does this have to do with Scotch, you ask?

Well a few weeks ago Brazen and I went to a Scotch tasting at a very good local bar. We go to tastings of various drinks there all the time just because we love the atmosphere and the inexpensive quality liquor (even when the particular drink isn't our favorite). We got a couple of bottles of Scoth that night but really didn't understand the obsession so many folks have with the stuff.

Last night we went to another one to give Scotch a second chance. And presto! We thought it was fantastic! Was it just better Scotch than last time? Or is Scotch like Sushi, and you need to have it twice before learning to appreciate it?

Hmm. Come to think of it this phenomenon also reminds me of sex. Awkward the first time, but after that.......