We both have ECBP on our list! I didn't put an Irish Whiskey on my list as I need to explore the category more, but I am planning a trip to Ireland. Your Tomatin PX fits into my #1 which is to try a Scotch IN SCOTLAND. Although I mentioned the Dark Cove CR specifically, it was just the Committee Release as a category that I had on my list. I think it is great that you are also suggesting alternatives "If you cant find THIS.... buy THAT" as well.
I got that same PX-Tomatin about a month later than you. My bottle number is 100 higher, so I reckon it will be long gone if you visit now. Really fantastic stuff and in my opinion quite fairly priced for a distillery exclusive (95 pounds iirc). I also warmly agree with your Glendronach and Bunnahabhain recommendations. The Bunna 18 is getting really pricey now though, but the 12 is still fantastic value. Have you tried getting Bourbon drinkers into Scotch with Bunna?
One thing I've noticed about whiskeys. After having first taste you may be put off or not understand to appreciate the complexity of each finish. But another try then all flavors comes together nicely. Don't write off first try, give it another go you'll be surprised how that second taste is different. Thank you so much for this excellent review.
Scott - As someone who loves and prefers dark, deep fruit profiles in his scotch whisky can you suggest an entry level peat to start getting into it? Something that perhaps has a lower PPM and/or a wine finish that isn’t dominated by the peat?
Was able visit Glendronach and Macallan this summer. Have been able to try all but the Hedonism, Geo. T. Stagg, & Ironroot. Have to track these down. Might have to watch for Mac Ed. 5. Thanks
Awesome list! I’ve had the Elijah Craig and Ardbeg (10). Excited to find and try the others!!! I’m in Germany and hope to make my way to Scotland and Ireland soon...!!!
Great picks Scotty and all excellent suggestions for people looking to broaden their depth of whisk(e)y. Can’t go wrong with any of those. Old bottling of the Bunna 18 too!
I think this is your best review - just what it is and why you like it. Another thing I’d like to see you do is “Buy It Now” when you see something special that looks like it’s going away. Great review! Thanks Scott.
Thanks Scott, nice list. Totally agree with you on Bunna 12. Its probably my 2nd favorite scotch. I'm VERY curious on your thoughts comparing Bunna 18 and Tomatin 18? I have Tomatin 12 and its nice, (kind of like if you mixed some craigellachie 13, speyburn 10 and glenfarclas 12 together) but nothing close to Bunna 12.
@@ScotchTestDummies I don't disagree that Springbank is not for everyone, but it is such an iconic malt that really represents what a traditional scotch is and it is amazingly complex. As such, I think everyone should "try before they die" because it is so iconic. I imagine Springbank is about as close as you can get to what a scotch tasted like in its infancy as a spirit. It is amazing that they still do everything, including the bottling. truly "old school". The local barley expressions are just incredible, and hard to beat the 12 Cask Strength. Even the 10 is pretty amazing.
In addition from my list Weller 12, pappy 12 or 21, angel envy rye rum cask finished, Blanton’s, blood oath, rebel yell single barrel, EH Taylor single barrels, EH four grain, crown royal cask 16, Collingwood rye 21, master keep decades
my bottle is still sealed, awaiting the right moment to open it. I have seen it at a couple of online UK sites for $500 and considered ordering another.
@@johngilbert5981 I had a "sad-but-funny-in-a-way" experience the year Dark Cove came out: it was instantly on my radar, and I found a store in the next state over that had a few bottles in stock -- or so I thought. I called and asked them to save me a bottle, then drove over two hours to pick it up. When I got there the guy told me someone else with my first name had come in earlier and bought it. "Upon closer examination" (i.e., a search of their computerized inventory), turns out he actually got the regular release, not the Committee bottling, which they didn't even have in stock! Well, let's just say I wasn't the happiest of campers when I left :-(
If you don't know what bourbon is.......well its heaven on earth. You don't need to spend a bunch of money on ECBP or camp out in front of stores either. You can get wild turkey rare breed for 45$ basically anywhere, old forester 1920 for like 55$, plus many other cask strength or single barrel bourbons that are amazing for under 50$. Personally, I think wild turkey 101 for 24$ a bottle is the best bourbon for the money, period.
I finally tried a bottle of Ardbeg 10 the other day. I’m new to scotch but I really liked it. People tell me Corryvreckan is the jam. I’m open to trying any of these under $129....
Uigeadail was my introduction to Ardberg. It was amazing. Then tried the 10 and was disappointed. Especially compared to Laphroaig 10. Looking forward to the Coryvreckan
Just got a bottle of Uigeadail. My favorite Islay scotch so far. If you add water the smoke gets a little muted & brings out the sweetness. Probably little chance of getting a Dark Cove so hopefully they bring out something else on its level soon.
Intersting. I think American and Asian palates differ from British because my American friends tend to have similar tastes to you, but my British friends only like some of these and think others are inferrior. I guess it just goes to show that what one likes in a whisky is a very personal thing - and maybe genetic. I have tried most on your list. My pick is the GlenDronach. Slainte!
I love my dark cove and feel the oogie is about 80% of taste and experience of dark cove. If I dont have the dark cove side by side oogie is fantastic...but damn I hope they bring back the cove...esp since laphroaig has lore
Superb list, Scott! Have tried and loved a few, and others I will add to my list thanks to your suggestions. The only tough ones to get over here are things like G.T.Stagg and Ironroot. Have the Glendronach 18 in my small collection, and recently tried the Bunnahabhain 18 - the 12 is one of my faves and a collection staple - but the 18, oh my! :) Slainte!
One month (end okt 19) and i visit tomatin (among others) thanks to your advise on this px bottle we go there. Hope i find a great px finsh ;) How is the tour?
we got a behind the scenes tour when we were there, but the distillery is nice! Last I heard this cask of PX is gone, but they should have a new one ready, hopefully just as good!
My only issue with Scotch compared to Bourbon is that Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is amazing, top shelf, worth hunting bourbon for $60-$100. But Macallan 12 is like the standard Macallan product and it’s $80.
yep, when we started doing reviews bourbon was a lot cheaper than scotch, but not necessarily true now. If you like the ECBP you need to try the Macallan Classic Cut instead of the 12 for a better comparison.
I have a Bunnahabhain right now. Very nice. I think I prefer Talisker over Ardbeg, but haven’t tried Dark Cove. Everyone should try Tasmanian (Australia) whiskeys Lark and Helliers. Helliers port cask are pretty nice.
Great list Scott. I'm with you on the Bunnahabhain. Oddly enough, I think I like the 12 more than the 18. If I could add one to your list, I would recommend Caol Ila 15 or 17 unpeated. I remember being so blown away by them. To me, they were really something special. Give them a try if you haven't already.
Cracking list, have to agree with you on most of your list. Definitely keen to try some of the Bourbon that you mention too! I went to Bunnahabhain at the beginning of this year and was one of the most incredible experiences of my life, amazing how the taste of their whisky mirrors the atmosphere of the distillery!
@@ScotchTestDummies Ahhh....Yes. That's my fav go to seller and where I purchased my Glendronach 18 and 21 when it was on sale. I got that tip from you many months ago. Thank you Scott!
Very nice list. The inclusion of Compass Box Hedonism is a fantastic choice. Please check the pronunciation, there is no "a" in Hedonism. I mean this only to be helpful. I enjoy the information.
@@ScotchTestDummies It's an interesting word. With a Brittish accent the word is pronounced heh·duh·ni·zm. To American English speakers, it sounds like the Brittish speaker is saying head-uh-ni-zm. It is a subtle difference, but Brittish English speakers are including the "d" in the second syllable just as American English speakers. Hearing the word spoken by a Brittish speaker leads to this common American mispronunciation. The key is the first syllable. Brittish first syllable is "heh," and American first syllable is "hee." So, our American ears tend pull the "d" into the first syllable when we hear the Brittish pronunciation. Listen to John Glaser say the word again keeping in mind that he is saying heh·duh·ni·zm, not head-uh-ni-zm. I hope this helps.
@@ScotchTestDummies One further point. Keep in mind that John Glaser is an American who lives in London, so the question is is he pronouncing it incorrectly, or is he using the Brittish pronunciation. I'd guess the latter in that he is softening the first syllable as the Brittish do, and placing the "d" properly in the second syllable. Hedonism is not a commonly used word, and it's likely that Glaser first heard, and learned to pronounce it in Great Britain. Again, I don't want to detract from the main point of your video. Your choice to include this Scotch blend here is, as a Brittish speaker would say, brilliant.
Crazy #6. 18 Tomatin is probably the worst scotch I've ever had. Other than that, great list. I passed on a Dark Cove in 2018 before I got into peat. 3 Committee releases later I'm regretting that decision.
If you pick up an 18 Year old Allardice (2019) you will find this could contain up to 24 year old Glendronach (due to no distillate being made between 96 and 02). Thankfully this is my local distillery, just 6 miles over the hill, made sure to pick up a few bottles.
If you're new to whiskey than you'll probably want to add a little water. The flavors will be more concentrated since its not diluted. Always try it neat first and then add water a little at a time until it gets to where your palate likes it!
Scott, I got the impression you didn't really care for the Bunnahabhain 12 when you reviewed it a while back... i guess it has grown on you since (putting it next to your favorite 12yo Macallan). I'm right with you though. Great list, I gotta try some of those.
Love the list. I have/had 6 of your 10, so I’ll be keeping a lookout for the other 4. I like the idea of trying the harder-to-find whiskies at a good bar. 👍🏼🥃
Scotch Test Dummies Very long complex finish. Original aged in single tree casks. Had number (1-9) of tree on bottle. I have number 6, still sealed. Waiting for a special occasion. 😏
Nice list. There are so many better 12 YO’s than Macallan IMO. Me and a friend recently did a 16 whisky shoot-out in brackets as you guys do it. We did 16 available standard 12 YO’s from Speyside. We had all three Macallan’s in there and none of them made it to the final bracket.
@@ScotchTestDummies It's all subjective, but in Sweden, the Macallan 12 YO's costs about twice as much as the Glen Moray 12 YO, which was the cheapest, and the one I (blindly) chose to be the least favorable of the 16 whiskies. But they are nowhere near twice as good. If interested: Best 12 YO Speyside's according to my result of the blind test: Cragganmore, Balvenie and GlenGrant. It all basically comes down to cask influence, since 12 Yo distillates from the same region is pretty close to each other. It's by far the hardest blind test I've done because of the similarities.
1:08 Glendronach (18), 1:40 (21)
2:27 Elijah Craig (Barrel Proof)
3:40 Redbreast (21)
5:24 Compass Box (Hedonism)
6:38 Buffalo Trace (George T. Stagg)
7:41 Tomatin
9:10 Ardbeg (Dark Cove), 10:29 Argbeg (10)
10:55 Bunnahabhain (18)
12:26 Ironroot Icarus
14:09 Macallan (Edition), 14:40 (12)
This is what I call a life saver. Thank you!
buffalo trace is the name im almost sure but thanks for the time stamps buddy much appreciated
@@havocsreign8710 edited for future drinkers, thanks! XD
Time stamps - you’re appreciated.
Thank you
We both have ECBP on our list! I didn't put an Irish Whiskey on my list as I need to explore the category more, but I am planning a trip to Ireland. Your Tomatin PX fits into my #1 which is to try a Scotch IN SCOTLAND. Although I mentioned the Dark Cove CR specifically, it was just the Committee Release as a category that I had on my list. I think it is great that you are also suggesting alternatives "If you cant find THIS.... buy THAT" as well.
thanks Erik! Your list was great! Love a scotch in Scotland!
Love Redbreast, especially the lustau expression.
they do some wonderful stuff!
Love this list Scotty. Well done. Agree with everything you picked. Awesome.
just not any of that top shelf stuff of yours!
Scotch Test Dummies lol ya right look at those shelves you have.
I got that same PX-Tomatin about a month later than you. My bottle number is 100 higher, so I reckon it will be long gone if you visit now. Really fantastic stuff and in my opinion quite fairly priced for a distillery exclusive (95 pounds iirc).
I also warmly agree with your Glendronach and Bunnahabhain recommendations. The Bunna 18 is getting really pricey now though, but the 12 is still fantastic value. Have you tried getting Bourbon drinkers into Scotch with Bunna?
thanks everest314, have not used Bunna for new drinkers. Could be a good one for that.
Great list Scott. The Glendronach 18 and Elijah Craig BP are my favorites of those styles.
thanks Mick!
One thing I've noticed about whiskeys. After having first taste you may be put off or not understand to appreciate the complexity of each finish. But another try then all flavors comes together nicely. Don't write off first try, give it another go you'll be surprised how that second taste is different. Thank you so much for this excellent review.
absolutely correct on the first sip. I always use it to wet the palate and get it situated for whats coming! thanks John!
Scott - As someone who loves and prefers dark, deep fruit profiles in his scotch whisky can you suggest an entry level peat to start getting into it? Something that perhaps has a lower PPM and/or a wine finish that isn’t dominated by the peat?
Highland Park 12 is probably one of the best low peats.
Was able visit Glendronach and Macallan this summer. Have been able to try all but the Hedonism, Geo. T. Stagg, & Ironroot. Have to track these down. Might have to watch for Mac Ed. 5. Thanks
thanks Hoyet, anxiously awaiting Edition 5 here!
Awesome list! I’ve had the Elijah Craig and Ardbeg (10). Excited to find and try the others!!! I’m in Germany and hope to make my way to Scotland and Ireland soon...!!!
awesome, thanks Mark!
Great picks Scotty and all excellent suggestions for people looking to broaden their depth of whisk(e)y. Can’t go wrong with any of those. Old bottling of the Bunna 18 too!
thanks Jason!
I think this is your best review - just what it is and why you like it. Another thing I’d like to see you do is “Buy It Now” when you see something special that looks like it’s going away. Great review! Thanks Scott.
thanks for the awesome comment! Scott
Thanks Scott, nice list. Totally agree with you on Bunna 12. Its probably my 2nd favorite scotch. I'm VERY curious on your thoughts comparing Bunna 18 and Tomatin 18? I have Tomatin 12 and its nice, (kind of like if you mixed some craigellachie 13, speyburn 10 and glenfarclas 12 together) but nothing close to Bunna 12.
yea the Bunnahabhain is a totally different profile. Islay unpeated vs. highland fruity/malty
Nice diversity in your selections...I would add Yamazaki 18 to your list. Also A Springbank, just because it is so representative of the genre
I would agree on the yamazaki but not the Springbank. Springbank is good for me, but i just can't get into it like a lot of others.
@@ScotchTestDummies I don't disagree that Springbank is not for everyone, but it is such an iconic malt that really represents what a traditional scotch is and it is amazingly complex. As such, I think everyone should "try before they die" because it is so iconic. I imagine Springbank is about as close as you can get to what a scotch tasted like in its infancy as a spirit. It is amazing that they still do everything, including the bottling. truly "old school". The local barley expressions are just incredible, and hard to beat the 12 Cask Strength. Even the 10 is pretty amazing.
good point!
In addition from my list
Weller 12, pappy 12 or 21, angel envy rye rum cask finished, Blanton’s, blood oath, rebel yell single barrel, EH Taylor single barrels, EH four grain, crown royal cask 16, Collingwood rye 21, master keep decades
some good ones in there!
I would KILL to get the Dark Cove but never had any luck finding it yet. Tried it at a bar and instantly fell in love with it.
my bottle is still sealed, awaiting the right moment to open it. I have seen it at a couple of online UK sites for $500 and considered ordering another.
I still see people post finding it in the wild for under 150....ugh. not near me
@@ScotchTestDummies It's buy on site for me that's for sure. I'd pay the extra too
@@johngilbert5981 I had a "sad-but-funny-in-a-way" experience the year Dark Cove came out: it was instantly on my radar, and I found a store in the next state over that had a few bottles in stock -- or so I thought. I called and asked them to save me a bottle, then drove over two hours to pick it up. When I got there the guy told me someone else with my first name had come in earlier and bought it. "Upon closer examination" (i.e., a search of their computerized inventory), turns out he actually got the regular release, not the Committee bottling, which they didn't even have in stock! Well, let's just say I wasn't the happiest of campers when I left :-(
If you don't know what bourbon is.......well its heaven on earth. You don't need to spend a bunch of money on ECBP or camp out in front of stores either. You can get wild turkey rare breed for 45$ basically anywhere, old forester 1920 for like 55$, plus many other cask strength or single barrel bourbons that are amazing for under 50$. Personally, I think wild turkey 101 for 24$ a bottle is the best bourbon for the money, period.
i'd even throw Makers Mark and Elijah Craig Small batch into the argument. Both good whiskies, available in any store, and around $25!
Great lineup, Scott. I should be grateful for Ironroot Harbinger being available in town, but this video has left me wanting MOAR!!!!
awesome! thanks kerino1!
I finally tried a bottle of Ardbeg 10 the other day. I’m new to scotch but I really liked it. People tell me Corryvreckan is the jam. I’m open to trying any of these under $129....
Uigedail is a good one from Ardbeg too.
Uigeadail was my introduction to Ardberg. It was amazing. Then tried the 10 and was disappointed. Especially compared to Laphroaig 10.
Looking forward to the Coryvreckan
Just got a bottle of Uigeadail. My favorite Islay scotch so far. If you add water the smoke gets a little muted & brings out the sweetness. Probably little chance of getting a Dark Cove so hopefully they bring out something else on its level soon.
Great list. Need to find Ironroot. Will be hard to do here but port and peat - yum!
definitely on Ironroot!
Great list, Scott! Hard to argue against any of these whiskies. Cheers!
thanks Ebbhead!
Happy to say I've had quite a few mentioned.... That Tomatin looks amazing.
Scott Im a bourbon guy and Elijah Craig BP and Ironroot are alright with me. I would add Balcones as an honorable mention!
absolutely! thanks Guy!
Intersting. I think American and Asian palates differ from British because my American friends tend to have similar tastes to you, but my British friends only like some of these and think others are inferrior. I guess it just goes to show that what one likes in a whisky is a very personal thing - and maybe genetic. I have tried most on your list. My pick is the GlenDronach. Slainte!
very true Doctor G. I also think its market based, as in the States don't get all the bottling available in the UK.
I was expecting you to go for the Ugedail as the alternate to the Dark Cove... but the Ten still works.
that would have been a good one too Brad!
I love my dark cove and feel the oogie is about 80% of taste and experience of dark cove. If I dont have the dark cove side by side oogie is fantastic...but damn I hope they bring back the cove...esp since laphroaig has lore
“And it’s delicious” 😂 you said this so much but I literally think the same exact thing about my whiskeys!
its the best descriptor!
Do you recommend ardbeg drum commitee release over ardbeg ten?
it is different than the 10, but I would say yes. Scott
Great list Scott. I agree you should definitely try all of them that you listed.
Thanks Matt, looking forward to your list!
Is that a Crowded Barrel Whiskey magnet on the shelf next to Four Roses bourbon? :)))
yes it is!
Superb list, Scott! Have tried and loved a few, and others I will add to my list thanks to your suggestions. The only tough ones to get over here are things like G.T.Stagg and Ironroot. Have the Glendronach 18 in my small collection, and recently tried the Bunnahabhain 18 - the 12 is one of my faves and a collection staple - but the 18, oh my! :) Slainte!
well said James!
i love how all of his bottles are half empty
or half full! thanks Juan.
One month (end okt 19) and i visit tomatin (among others) thanks to your advise on this px bottle we go there. Hope i find a great px finsh ;) How is the tour?
we got a behind the scenes tour when we were there, but the distillery is nice! Last I heard this cask of PX is gone, but they should have a new one ready, hopefully just as good!
@@ScotchTestDummies According to whiskybase its also a 90+ whisky!
My only issue with Scotch compared to Bourbon is that Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is amazing, top shelf, worth hunting bourbon for $60-$100. But Macallan 12 is like the standard Macallan product and it’s $80.
yep, when we started doing reviews bourbon was a lot cheaper than scotch, but not necessarily true now. If you like the ECBP you need to try the Macallan Classic Cut instead of the 12 for a better comparison.
I love Royalstag, hibiki, yamazaki, blenders pride, signature,
Great lov
Great list, and great shelf you have. Glendronach and Macallan are my go to for sure. Thanks for sharing!!!
thanks Uncorked!
I have a Bunnahabhain right now. Very nice. I think I prefer Talisker over Ardbeg, but haven’t tried Dark Cove.
Everyone should try Tasmanian (Australia) whiskeys Lark and Helliers.
Helliers port cask are pretty nice.
we have had one of the Sullivans Cove, very good as well.
Great list and comments! I love that you chose to represent a variety of regions and styles.
thanks Alan!
What is your opinion of the lagavulin 16
Love it!
Scott! Congratulations on getting your hands on the RB 21yo.
thanks Andrew!
Great list Scott. I'm with you on the Bunnahabhain. Oddly enough, I think I like the 12 more than the 18. If I could add one to your list, I would recommend Caol Ila 15 or 17 unpeated. I remember being so blown away by them. To me, they were really something special. Give them a try if you haven't already.
the Caol Ila 12 was our first review! We di have one of the 17 year unpeated once, but just a sample.
Great advice, great video. Thanks
Thanks Tom
Cracking list, have to agree with you on most of your list. Definitely keen to try some of the Bourbon that you mention too! I went to Bunnahabhain at the beginning of this year and was one of the most incredible experiences of my life, amazing how the taste of their whisky mirrors the atmosphere of the distillery!
Bunnahabhain was amazing! and the whiskey is too! thanks tonytenpound!
Fantastic work, Scott! And thanks for getting me on the Macallan editions. I finally got a bottle of No. 4, and I should've bought two!
haha nice Robert, thank you!
Classic Cut is similar but more spicy.
and delicious!
Scott........Where can I buy REDBREAST 21 in Europe for a good price that ships to the USA?
go too whiskysite.nl they're currently out but it comes in every once in awhile. I last ordered two bottles and with shipping the total was $320.
@@ScotchTestDummies Ahhh....Yes. That's my fav go to seller and where I purchased my Glendronach 18 and 21 when it was on sale. I got that tip from you many months ago. Thank you Scott!
Total WIne in the USA sells it for about $233 and you also get the nice box.
@@keithpetersen560 Wow!.........To expensive for my wallet!
Very well presented👍🏻
Great list
Great review and list. A couple to add to the every growing list of bottles to pick up .
always happens!
Oh wow!! wonderful selection!!
thanks jcarlosvch!
Very nice list. The inclusion of Compass Box Hedonism is a fantastic choice. Please check the pronunciation, there is no "a" in Hedonism. I mean this only to be helpful. I enjoy the information.
thanks Chris, watch John Glaser (owner/whisky maker) on Compass Box youtube channel and I believe he pronounces it headonism. I've heard it both ways.
@@ScotchTestDummies It's an interesting word. With a Brittish accent the word is pronounced heh·duh·ni·zm. To American English speakers, it sounds like the Brittish speaker is saying head-uh-ni-zm. It is a subtle difference, but Brittish English speakers are including the "d" in the second syllable just as American English speakers. Hearing the word spoken by a Brittish speaker leads to this common American mispronunciation.
The key is the first syllable. Brittish first syllable is "heh," and American first syllable is "hee." So, our American ears tend pull the "d" into the first syllable when we hear the Brittish pronunciation.
Listen to John Glaser say the word again keeping in mind that he is saying heh·duh·ni·zm, not head-uh-ni-zm.
I hope this helps.
@@ScotchTestDummies One further point. Keep in mind that John Glaser is an American who lives in London, so the question is is he pronouncing it incorrectly, or is he using the Brittish pronunciation. I'd guess the latter in that he is softening the first syllable as the Brittish do, and placing the "d" properly in the second syllable. Hedonism is not a commonly used word, and it's likely that Glaser first heard, and learned to pronounce it in Great Britain.
Again, I don't want to detract from the main point of your video. Your choice to include this Scotch blend here is, as a Brittish speaker would say, brilliant.
Thanks, definitely try in Pune, India if available ????
thanks Chandrashekhar!
I love that you are loving the Bunna 18.....I told you🙂
and the 12!
What a fantastic list. Many of those I have tried. Thank you for sharing Scott.
thanks Paul!
Thank you Scott, for giving options!
thanks Krishna!
Excellent list of top 10 Whys. Well done. Richard :)
thanks Ray!
Crazy #6. 18 Tomatin is probably the worst scotch I've ever had. Other than that, great list. I passed on a Dark Cove in 2018 before I got into peat. 3 Committee releases later I'm regretting that decision.
i've considered buying another bottle of Dark Cove on the secondary for $500
Great video sir! Added some to my wishlist!
very nice, thanks Charles G.!
This man is the Dr Strange of whiskies. He's read all the books and drunk all the magic. I love it.
haha thanks Jamaal!
Nice list of great drams for your top ten Scott! Just have to find some Tomatin, Compass Box, and Ironroot and I'll be set. Cheers!
nice thanks Mose!
I just sat down with my very 1st dram of Ardbeg 10 and put this on, can understand why its on the list. Jeez its very very tasty stuff 👍🥃
It's so good! thanks Tonio!
Really enjoyed this list.
Glad you enjoyed!
Why do you recommend the ardbeg ten year over ardbeg uigidal?
Uigea would be a good option too, the 10 is just available everywhere and reasonably priced.
Great selection!
Thanks
This was awesome Scott. I recognize some of these but I'm still a rookie when it comes to scotch. Great job!! Cheers
thanks Dan.
If you pick up an 18 Year old Allardice (2019) you will find this could contain up to 24 year old Glendronach (due to no distillate being made between 96 and 02). Thankfully this is my local distillery, just 6 miles over the hill, made sure to pick up a few bottles.
very nice! i'd be at the distillery every weekend!
Shhhuuuttup..
I think the Allardice is better than the Parliament (21)
You are speaking my language Scott. Great list.
thanks Go Habs!
Great list scott , i would put the lagavulin 16 ( my fav.) in the list also . Love watching your video's.
thanks Toon, thats a good choice too!
That was great Scott!!!!, Thank you very much
thank you Luis!
Im pretty new to whiskeys what does cask strength mean ??
@Timothy Archer thanks does it mean you should add a little water to it ?
If you're new to whiskey than you'll probably want to add a little water. The flavors will be more concentrated since its not diluted. Always try it neat first and then add water a little at a time until it gets to where your palate likes it!
EXCELLENT Review. 10 favorites & Options.JICase!
thanks glock & mossberg (love the name!)
Interesting list, Scott! I'm surprised there's nothing Canadian in your video :)
almost Quig, almost...
I would say talisker is better than the normal ardbeg, in my opinion. Its much more balanced than a laphroiag 10 or ardbeg you could find easily
nothing wrong with Talisker!
Do bourbon makers tell if the corn is gmo ?
usually. there are some.
Great list, Scott! A nice range of important whiskies to try. Awesome descriptions and substitute bottles too. Cheers brother
thanks Richie!
Super solid list, Scott!! I need to try some Texas bourbon. Looking forward to Bart's list as well!
thanks again!
What a great list! Q.: Do you ever drink Sherry on its own?
Very informative. Must try. Thank you!
thank you Gearoid!
Great list. Great video as always.
thanks antroque35!
Scott, I got the impression you didn't really care for the Bunnahabhain 12 when you reviewed it a while back... i guess it has grown on you since (putting it next to your favorite 12yo Macallan). I'm right with you though. Great list, I gotta try some of those.
I remember that I didn't really care for the Bunna 12 the first time I had it. Absolutely love it now!
Wow we both have same list . Great list
excellent!
No need to argue with your choices. Who am I kidding, I love to argue! Nice job Scott...😎
haha thanks Chad!
Nice choices!
- Patrick
thanks Two Siblings Patrick!
Some great choices there - and others I've added to the list to try! 😁👍
Thanks Geek!
Interesting choices. Thanks for sharing.
thank you Whisky Shared!
Thanks Scott, This definitely gave me some whiskies to try if only at a bar!!
SLÁINTE
Mike
absolutely, thanks Mike.
Love that Allardice! NIce one Scott!
thanks Travis!
Great list! Gonna try to source one of those Tomatin distillery exclusives. I've seen a few at auction
Thanks Jeremy!
Liked, subscribed, and looking at the bottles on your shelves like a dog looking at a chicken dinner 🥃👍🤤
BOOM!...or Woof!!!
Mostly, I am accepable that you recommended but the George T stagg is not. because it is super rare and very expensive.
yes it is
Awesome picks. Where to start? 🤩
start with number 10
Ardbeg CR No. 1. No doubt. If you can try or buy Lord of the Isles, do it.
will do Shmulik! thanks!
Nice list there, Scott!
thanks Aimee!
Stumbled back to this legendary video. Wheres Springbank on the list???
Springbank does not make my list (yet)
Love the list. I have/had 6 of your 10, so I’ll be keeping a lookout for the other 4. I like the idea of trying the harder-to-find whiskies at a good bar. 👍🏼🥃
thanks Leo!
Love your list Scott, phenomenal whiskies! Broad spectrum too.
thanks Daniel!
Which one is cheapest?
Ardbeg 10 year
I’d add Midleton Dair Ghaelach for my list. Hard to find the original ones now.
i'd like to try that one! heard good things.
Scotch Test Dummies Very long complex finish. Original aged in single tree casks. Had number (1-9) of tree on bottle. I have number 6, still sealed. Waiting for a special occasion. 😏
My Glendronach 18 is almost empty 😢, Redbreast 21 is empty 🙀, Tomatin 18 is empty 🤔, Bunnahabhain 18 is empty ☹️, Macallan 12 is still one in stock😎
time to go shopping!
Great list! Thanks for the recommendations! Cheers 🥃
thanks Bourbon Buddies!
First woman!
Boom!
i love you so much woman
Congratulations for crossing 100K views.. probably this one is the highest from your channel right.? Excellent collection
Yes, it is the highest, thanks Muralee!
Nice list. There are so many better 12 YO’s than Macallan IMO. Me and a friend recently did a 16 whisky shoot-out in brackets as you guys do it. We did 16 available standard 12 YO’s from Speyside. We had all three Macallan’s in there and none of them made it to the final bracket.
that would be interesting to see how it stacks up blind!
@@ScotchTestDummies It's all subjective, but in Sweden, the Macallan 12 YO's costs about twice as much as the Glen Moray 12 YO, which was the cheapest, and the one I (blindly) chose to be the least favorable of the 16 whiskies. But they are nowhere near twice as good.
If interested: Best 12 YO Speyside's according to my result of the blind test: Cragganmore, Balvenie and GlenGrant. It all basically comes down to cask influence, since 12 Yo distillates from the same region is pretty close to each other. It's by far the hardest blind test I've done because of the similarities.
interesting results for sure. would be neat to see how we would pick.
Well said
thanks Werner!