I went looking for Macallan Sherry Cask but it is out of stock in all the liquor store I've checked in my area (Houston , TX). As a matter of fact almost all of the Macallan single malts are in very short supply. So I picked up a bottle of Grendronach 12 and and was pleasantly surprised. It is just delicious. Smooth flavor and nice finish.
As you probably saw in the video I couldn't agree more ... lol ... Glad you were able to try Glendronach and enjoyed it Douglas. Cheers! ... and thanks for your comment.
I enjoy the Glendronach 12 more than the Macallan 12 as well. The Macallan 12 sherry cask has a very short finish. Overpriced for what it is as we all know.
You are right .... it does seem a little weak on the finish. I just got a couple samples of Glendronach 18 & 21 ... can't wait to try those... Thanks for the comment and checking out the video!
I enjoyed your review very much, felt more like a conversation. Well done! I have yet to open my Macallan, but will soon. Goodness prices have gone up since this review! But I always say, there is a whisky out there for every person, every mood, every occasion. They all have something to offer. However, I do adore GlenDronach 12, very very much. It's glorious and fits my personality. I keep 3 to 6 bottles on hand at all times. GlenDronach 12 is $66 around Maryland. I'd buy it by the case if I could find that many! Cheers and thanks for the great information.
Thanks Charles! …. I know, every time I look at the prices they seem to go up another $10 …. $66 I think is fair for the gd 12 … I think it’s roughly the same here … although I haven’t checked in an hour so it might be $100 .. lol … cheers!
I’m pretty similar …. There so many whiskies to try that I have tend to try something new before rebuying…. Not sure if the Macallan will be a rebuy for me soon, but it is pretty damn good …. The Glendronach 12 will always be on my shelf. Thanks for sharing Ernest!! … cheers!
The Macallan 12 Sherry Oak we get here in Brazil (and in the UK too if I'm not mistaken) is only 40%. This makes the difference between the 2 stand out even more. I love my Macallan, but the GlenDronach 12 is the superior dram.
I agree Bruno …. I don’t know that I would buy it personally at 40% abv…. I feel like there are so many other good bottles for much less money. Cheers!
Great review and love you compared the two. I've had the McCallan I'm inclined to buy a bottle of GlenDronach it sounds more up my alley. Great video, 😎😜😏
Hey Royal MC! …. Probably has something to do with it. It’s Definitely a nice dram …. They have done a good job making it very appealing to the masses while also holding enough intrigue for the slightly more experienced. Cheers!
Tried Macallan 12 at a bar, glad I didn't waste my money on a whole bottle. Pretty standard and plain scotch, not worth 62 eur. Glen Moray Sherry expression, although non-age statement, is far more enjoyable for 1/3 of a price in my opinion for sherry lovers. Usually sherry-bomb is referred to a cask strength, tho not always. I'd make one exception for sure, it's a Finnish whiskey Teerenpeli Kaski only 43% ABV. I never had any even cask strength with such a rich flavor. Perhaps only Kavalan Sherry Oak can match it. I see from the comments that my intuition was right, Macallan seems to be over-hyped for what it is for some reason. I'll still try a few higher end bottles to see if they have anything outstanding, but I don't have high expectations. Tho any Glendronach, any day, baby 😁
You are right, I think the general consensus is that it’s a little overpriced…. I have not tried the glen moray, I need to pick up a bottle as it’s very reasonably priced. That Finnish whisky sounds very interesting…. Cheers!
Good review, I dislike the premium that is put on this bottle, it is a good well made whiskey however its a slightly frustrating one for me as I love sherry cask aged whiskey but just can't get on with it. The glendronach on the other hand is my go to reasonably priced 12yr.
Thanks Sam! … I agree, Macallan is a bit of a frustrating brand. Glendronach 12 is still at the top of my list for 12 yr sherry cask, although I just bought a bottle of Edradour 10 and holy crap …. Talk about sherry bomb :-)
The Glenlivet 18 is more than twice the price of GD 12 around me. Against the GD 18 would more aligned age and price wise, but the GD 18 is far more sherry forward I think. I think owning all three bottles is the right answer :-) ... Cheers Alexander!
@@happyhourwhiskeyInteresting with price differences between countries! In Sweden, there is only like a 20 dollar difference between these two 😳 thanks for sharing your view 👍 ! Have a good one!
@@Aoelx wow … that is interesting, it’s crazy how much it varies from place to place. For 20 more I would probably go with the glenlivet :-) … or like I said before … both … lol … cheers!
I don't claim to be very knowledgeable, but I am wondering how the glenmorangie lasanta, or (better, if port cask is even allowed to be compared to sherry) the quinta ruban would do in comparison. There's a lot of bang for the buck in those two imho. Greetings from Germany.
Good suggestion Anton …. I did a comparison video of all the standard glenmorangie awhile back and remember liking the Quinta Ruben a lot … I probably need to get a full bottle soon …. Add one more to the list :-)
@@TheJulebrusHorror I have had a few bottles of it … I do like it. In fact I just got another bottle recently. I am planning on doing a “port cask” finish comparison between three different bottles …. From cheap to expensive … keep an eye out for that in the next few weeks. Cheers Nephi!
I agree … it’s good whisky, I don’t mind paying the extra premium here and there. I have not found it on sale yet, but I’ll keep looking :-: … cheers Jeff!
I'm a Glendronach fanboy but the Macallan is better, dram for dram. Its just so over-marketed and over-priced for what it is. This 12yo now to what is was 20 years is completely different.
They definitely have some heavy marketing behind them, I prefer the Glendronach myself .... but choosing between themis a pretty good problem have! ... Thanks Graham!
Damn, i love Glendronach, can get the 12 on discount for like 35 Euro.. But than in America, 65 Dollar damn. With those prices i would never started drinking whisky.
Ya .. it kinda sucks, scotch is definitely more pricey over here … we get bourbon cheap though … lol … oh well, gotta spend your money on something :-) … cheers Martin!
David, you are right …. I’m holding out hope that the chill filtered version will be indistinguishable ….. positive thinking …. Lol …I guess we will find out.
But when it's good it's good. I drink macallan often and I like it. Just like glenlivet. I drink 12 year pretty exclusively because of cost. And I only drink single malt unless on vacation and I'll drink walker black label.
Hey Scott …. Both great whisky’s … even walker black is decent, especially if I’m planning on plowing through a bottle, it doesn’t sting the wallet as much :-) … thanks for your comment .. cheers!
Hey Tom! .... Oban 14 is very good, it's a few years since I have had it though. i remember it being very well rounded with a bit of smoke and I don't think it had any sherry influence. These two are quite heavily sherried and no smoke (at least for me)... I don't think you can wrong with either.
Interesting,, this was probably 2005 that I compared them glendronach wasn't even producing at the time but bottles were around at a reasonable price. I'll have to revisit, I have heard from many Macallan isn't what it once was
@@Diesel0807 I am relatively new to glendronach but in the short amount of time really enjoy all their offerings (I think I have 7) you could probably call me a fanboy at this point … lol … I do really enjoy the macallan too … just a lot of their offerings are above what I am prepared to pay for them, although I’m sure fabulous. Cheers Chris! Appreciate your opinion and insight.
@@happyhourwhiskey my first bottle was literally a dusty bottle in an obscure Vegas liquor store I really liked the label and was not disappointed in the whisky then I tried the 15 it wasn't called the revival then and I don't think there was an Allardice 18 or a parliament 21 yet, back then macallan 12 was $38 the 18 was 120ish the 25 was 450 its pretty amazing how unobtainable they are now, same with the pre moet Hennessy glenmorangies hard to be a fan of such luxury goods when they used to be affordable cheers
@@Diesel0807 absolutely agree … gotta spend your money on something but everyone has their limit. I have had Mac 18 not long ago at a bar, it was very good but I didn’t think it was $300 dollar good … Not when I can get allardice at nearly half the price … oh well I will keep buying and trying … first world problems … lol … cheers Chris!
I poured out the last 1/5 of my Mac 12 double cask. Boring and it has a sulfury hit on the finish. After trying to finish that bottle for a year, I simply poured out the rest, it has not been missed. The Glendronach 12 beats the Mac 12 sherry on every point you compare them on, even though it is pretty bland for a Glendronach. The Mac (any mac) is just money out the window, no Mac is worth the asking price these days.
I am not for whisky's that have additives in it to give it that special taste, a simple malt whiskey that's aged and has it's original flavour works well.
I went looking for Macallan Sherry Cask but it is out of stock in all the liquor store I've checked in my area (Houston , TX). As a matter of fact almost all of the Macallan single malts are in very short supply. So I picked up a bottle of Grendronach 12 and and was pleasantly surprised. It is just delicious. Smooth flavor and nice finish.
As you probably saw in the video I couldn't agree more ... lol ... Glad you were able to try Glendronach and enjoyed it Douglas. Cheers! ... and thanks for your comment.
I enjoy the Glendronach 12 more than the Macallan 12 as well. The Macallan 12 sherry cask has a very short finish. Overpriced for what it is as we all know.
You are right .... it does seem a little weak on the finish. I just got a couple samples of Glendronach 18 & 21 ... can't wait to try those... Thanks for the comment and checking out the video!
I enjoyed your review very much, felt more like a conversation. Well done!
I have yet to open my Macallan, but will soon. Goodness prices have gone up since this review!
But I always say, there is a whisky out there for every person, every mood, every occasion. They all have something to offer.
However, I do adore GlenDronach 12, very very much. It's glorious and fits my personality. I keep 3 to 6 bottles on hand at all times.
GlenDronach 12 is $66 around Maryland. I'd buy it by the case if I could find that many!
Cheers and thanks for the great information.
Thanks Charles! …. I know, every time I look at the prices they seem to go up another $10 …. $66 I think is fair for the gd 12 … I think it’s roughly the same here … although I haven’t checked in an hour so it might be $100 .. lol … cheers!
That specific Macallan is my all-time favorite whisky. I rarely buy a whisky that I've had before, but I would make an exception for this one.
I’m pretty similar …. There so many whiskies to try that I have tend to try something new before rebuying…. Not sure if the Macallan will be a rebuy for me soon, but it is pretty damn good …. The Glendronach 12 will always be on my shelf. Thanks for sharing Ernest!! … cheers!
@@happyhourwhiskey That one is next on my list, if I can find it.
The Macallan 12 Sherry Oak we get here in Brazil (and in the UK too if I'm not mistaken) is only 40%. This makes the difference between the 2 stand out even more. I love my Macallan, but the GlenDronach 12 is the superior dram.
I agree Bruno …. I don’t know that I would buy it personally at 40% abv…. I feel like there are so many other good bottles for much less money. Cheers!
Great review and love you compared the two. I've had the McCallan I'm inclined to buy a bottle of GlenDronach it sounds more up my alley. Great video, 😎😜😏
Thanks SgtG3! .... It's great stuff, if you can find a bottle I certainly recommend it ... Cheers!
I do love my Glendro 12. I tasted the Mac 12 and it was very smooth and pleasant. Probably the chill filtration has something to do with that.
Hey Royal MC! …. Probably has something to do with it. It’s Definitely a nice dram …. They have done a good job making it very appealing to the masses while also holding enough intrigue for the slightly more experienced. Cheers!
Tried Macallan 12 at a bar, glad I didn't waste my money on a whole bottle. Pretty standard and plain scotch, not worth 62 eur. Glen Moray Sherry expression, although non-age statement, is far more enjoyable for 1/3 of a price in my opinion for sherry lovers.
Usually sherry-bomb is referred to a cask strength, tho not always. I'd make one exception for sure, it's a Finnish whiskey Teerenpeli Kaski only 43% ABV. I never had any even cask strength with such a rich flavor. Perhaps only Kavalan Sherry Oak can match it.
I see from the comments that my intuition was right, Macallan seems to be over-hyped for what it is for some reason. I'll still try a few higher end bottles to see if they have anything outstanding, but I don't have high expectations. Tho any Glendronach, any day, baby 😁
You are right, I think the general consensus is that it’s a little overpriced…. I have not tried the glen moray, I need to pick up a bottle as it’s very reasonably priced. That Finnish whisky sounds very interesting…. Cheers!
Hated the Glendronach 12 and loved the Macallab 12, its the Macallan for me.
Wow ... hate is a pretty strong word ... lol .... glad you like the Macallan, they do make a pretty good dram. Cheers shammas90!
Good review, I dislike the premium that is put on this bottle, it is a good well made whiskey however its a slightly frustrating one for me as I love sherry cask aged whiskey but just can't get on with it. The glendronach on the other hand is my go to reasonably priced 12yr.
Thanks Sam! … I agree, Macallan is a bit of a frustrating brand. Glendronach 12 is still at the top of my list for 12 yr sherry cask, although I just bought a bottle of Edradour 10 and holy crap …. Talk about sherry bomb :-)
What do you think about the Glendronach in comparison to a Glenlivet 18 years even though it’s slightly more expensive 😊 ? Nice video!
The Glenlivet 18 is more than twice the price of GD 12 around me. Against the GD 18 would more aligned age and price wise, but the GD 18 is far more sherry forward I think. I think owning all three bottles is the right answer :-) ... Cheers Alexander!
@@happyhourwhiskeyInteresting with price differences between countries! In Sweden, there is only like a 20 dollar difference between these two 😳 thanks for sharing your view 👍 ! Have a good one!
@@Aoelx wow … that is interesting, it’s crazy how much it varies from place to place. For 20 more I would probably go with the glenlivet :-) … or like I said before … both … lol … cheers!
I don't claim to be very knowledgeable, but I am wondering how the glenmorangie lasanta, or (better, if port cask is even allowed to be compared to sherry) the quinta ruban would do in comparison. There's a lot of bang for the buck in those two imho. Greetings from Germany.
Good suggestion Anton …. I did a comparison video of all the standard glenmorangie awhile back and remember liking the Quinta Ruben a lot … I probably need to get a full bottle soon …. Add one more to the list :-)
@@happyhourwhiskey Did you get a bottle of the Quinta Ruban? An amazing dram
@@TheJulebrusHorror I have had a few bottles of it … I do like it. In fact I just got another bottle recently. I am planning on doing a “port cask” finish comparison between three different bottles …. From cheap to expensive … keep an eye out for that in the next few weeks. Cheers Nephi!
You are definitely paying for great marketing, knowing that I would still buy it. Still on my list of hope to find at on sale.
I agree … it’s good whisky, I don’t mind paying the extra premium here and there. I have not found it on sale yet, but I’ll keep looking :-: … cheers Jeff!
I'm a Glendronach fanboy but the Macallan is better, dram for dram. Its just so over-marketed and over-priced for what it is. This 12yo now to what is was 20 years is completely different.
They definitely have some heavy marketing behind them, I prefer the Glendronach myself .... but choosing between themis a pretty good problem have! ... Thanks Graham!
Damn, i love Glendronach, can get the 12 on discount for like 35 Euro.. But than in America, 65 Dollar damn. With those prices i would never started drinking whisky.
I mean 70 Dollar
Ya .. it kinda sucks, scotch is definitely more pricey over here … we get bourbon cheap though … lol … oh well, gotta spend your money on something :-) … cheers Martin!
Well done!
Appreciate it Kevin ... Cheers!
people here in Taiwan are crazy with the Macallan Sherry Cask or any good Sherry Cask whiskey
I can’t say I blame them Lin …. I love a good sherry cask whisky myself …. Cheers!
I just paid 90 bucks for a 750ml bottle of Glendronach 12 in NYC. Maybe I got hosed?
Hard to say ... it sucks, but prices seem to vary so much from store to store and state to state. It's a great Whisky, I hope you enjoy it.
78 € in Portugal. Not easy to found it.
I like macallan, the prices for macallan nowadays......yak 😪
Yes sir …
Glendronach 12 all the way at the moment. It's going to be chill filtered very soon though. :-(
David, you are right …. I’m holding out hope that the chill filtered version will be indistinguishable ….. positive thinking …. Lol …I guess we will find out.
chilled filter no why?!
Yes … I kinda looking forward to side by side them …. I am keeping hope that there will be little to no difference… guess we will see.
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Ha..Ha... Thanks James, I'll take all the help I can get :-)
coudnt agree more
Thanks for watching man ... the macallan is not bad but that Glendronach is pretty killer!
But when it's good it's good. I drink macallan often and I like it. Just like glenlivet. I drink 12 year pretty exclusively because of cost. And I only drink single malt unless on vacation and I'll drink walker black label.
I wish they would up the % other than that it works.
Hey Scott …. Both great whisky’s … even walker black is decent, especially if I’m planning on plowing through a bottle, it doesn’t sting the wallet as much :-) … thanks for your comment .. cheers!
My favorite is Oban 14 . How would these compare?
Hey Tom! .... Oban 14 is very good, it's a few years since I have had it though. i remember it being very well rounded with a bit of smoke and I don't think it had any sherry influence. These two are quite heavily sherried and no smoke (at least for me)... I don't think you can wrong with either.
These 2 side by side the macallan is much more complex much longer finish
I find the exact opposite ... lol .... both fine whiskies in my opinion ... thanks for sharing Chris. Cheers!
Interesting,, this was probably 2005 that I compared them glendronach wasn't even producing at the time but bottles were around at a reasonable price. I'll have to revisit, I have heard from many Macallan isn't what it once was
@@Diesel0807 I am relatively new to glendronach but in the short amount of time really enjoy all their offerings (I think I have 7) you could probably call me a fanboy at this point … lol … I do really enjoy the macallan too … just a lot of their offerings are above what I am prepared to pay for them, although I’m sure fabulous. Cheers Chris! Appreciate your opinion and insight.
@@happyhourwhiskey my first bottle was literally a dusty bottle in an obscure Vegas liquor store I really liked the label and was not disappointed in the whisky then I tried the 15 it wasn't called the revival then and I don't think there was an Allardice 18 or a parliament 21 yet, back then macallan 12 was $38 the 18 was 120ish the 25 was 450 its pretty amazing how unobtainable they are now, same with the pre moet Hennessy glenmorangies hard to be a fan of such luxury goods when they used to be affordable cheers
@@Diesel0807 absolutely agree … gotta spend your money on something but everyone has their limit. I have had Mac 18 not long ago at a bar, it was very good but I didn’t think it was $300 dollar good … Not when I can get allardice at nearly half the price … oh well I will keep buying and trying … first world problems … lol … cheers Chris!
I poured out the last 1/5 of my Mac 12 double cask.
Boring and it has a sulfury hit on the finish. After trying to finish that bottle for a year, I simply poured out the rest, it has not been missed.
The Glendronach 12 beats the Mac 12 sherry on every point you compare them on, even though it is pretty bland for a Glendronach.
The Mac (any mac) is just money out the window, no Mac is worth the asking price these days.
I agree hank …. I’m working on the batch strength 8 right now and it is amazing.
I can get McAllan, I can't the glen? Cheer's
That’s too bad … hopefully you get lucky and can hunt one down. If not Macallan is a pretty darn good dram … enjoy! .. cheers!
I am not for whisky's that have additives in it to give it that special taste,
a simple malt whiskey that's aged and has it's original flavour works well.
Agree! … sometimes simple is best. cheers!
@@happyhourwhiskey Cheere to You, and for the coming festive season.
@@MySpace662 Too you as well!
Glendronach 12 > Mac 12
Agree Adam! Cheers!
Never tried Macallan and probably never will. So overpriced.
I think it's definitely worth a try .... hopefully you get lucky and find it on sale somewhere, if you do let me know where ... :-) ... Cheers!