Not a fan of Glenlivet 12yo. Felt it had quite a sour after taste.
Although slightly on the pricey side, I'd definitely recommend Glendronach to someone starting out, due to the sweetness. They finish off their whisky in sherry casks and you can clearly tell this on the nose and palate. I'm a big fan of their 15yo range and the 18yo is nice, if a little rich and overpowering.