Tode,
I'd say neither as I hate blends...no serious scotch drinker likes em! Single malt all the way!!!
I would say go for a nice Lagavulin or Laphroaig quarter cask, or if they're not into Islay's go for the trusty 25 year old Glenmorangie - Its a lovely drop for sure!!!
EDIT: Or you could go a nice Congac - Hennessy Richard for a lazy 2500$
- LOL they sell it at Bunker Bay for 500$ for a 30ml shot or 2 for 750$...bargain