I think everyone has one drink that they can no longer face due to one or more occasions of over-indulgence in their youth. Mine is Southern Comfort, even the thought of it is too much for me.
Haven't found one yet Tim and maybe (only maybe) I'm too sensible?? now!
Luckily, as I never drink to excess (ahem) that's never happened to me.
But seriously Roger, whisky is an acquired taste, so you need to work at it. Believe me, if you do it will pay you back in spades. Maybe start with an Irish whiskey (such as Black Bush) with a splash of water. Irish whiskey is triple distilled and as smooth as Roger Moore. (Scotch, apart from Auchentoshan is double distilled) You can then start on the more challenging stuff.
All this chat about whisky makes me think it's time for a wee dram of Old Pulteney. Cheers
