(This post was last modified: 10-02-2022, 02:11 PM by RayClem.)
The White Label might work better blended in cocktails. You might find it to be too harsh for sipping neat or on the rocks.
It has the dubious distinction of being the most popular Scotch in the USA. Popularity and superb taste are rarely synonymous.
Dewar's also make a 12 year reserve blend that is a little more expensive than the White Label.
The 12 year Reserve is comprised of more mature Scotches so the blend is a little sweeter and rounder.
Since you like sipping single malts, you might try the Dewar's Reserve, especially for celebrating special occasions like your son's birthday.
I do not drink very often. When I do, I want it to be quality, not quantity. I do have Dewar's 12 in my cabinet along with some single malts and blends aged 12 years or more. Unfortunately, my bottle of Johnny Walker Gold Label Centenary Blend 18 Years is empty; it was delicious. Rumor was that it contained a few drops of 100 year old whiskies in every bottle. That particular blend is discontinued, perhaps due to a shortage of 100 year old casks. It has been replaced with Platinum Label 18 year, which I have not tried.