if you like the Glenlivet 12, you’ll like Macallan. My favorite so far was a Macallan Cask Strength that I cant find. I also like the Balvenie Portwood. Some of the cheaper Balvenies aren’t near as good But the Macallans are all good 12-25.
Re: .308 favorite accuracy loads
Varget 45.8 gr (over max but no pressure signs, please start low)
SMK 175
Fed 210M primer
Win Brass
2.800 OAL (2.214 OAL to ogive)
2650 fps
consistently 1/2 MOA or better - 0.254" yesterday at 100
factory Rem 700 5R
Another OCW node for this rifle is 44.6...
Re: serious pulse problem
Finally something I may be able to help with. There are multiple branches of the external carotid artery in your face that can be directly palpated and can therefore transfer the pulse pressure to the rifle. I've seen and felt it myself. I fabricated my own cheek...