It's always a pleasure to see what Ralfy is doing in the Bothy and it's always worth the time. I've learned so much from you over the past year or so, thanks for everything.
In the U.S. it's become an epidemic with people trading good reviews for free merchandise. Not so much with whisky,but with outdoor gear reviews I watch...... I for one, truly appreciate your honesty and integrity. You've been very helpful on my Malt journey.
Excellent Ralfy. With all the phonies and fakers out there, your sincerity shines through and it's much appreciated. Thank you for all of these great videos.
Hi there Ralfy! I'm a big fan from Argentina! I'm creating a blog here about single malts and the whisky universe and you are our biggest knowledge source!
Living in BC, Canada, most of these whiskeys are taxed to Hell and back. (As an example, the Ancnoc is currently $74.99. Bloody hell.) At least I get to vicariously enjoy them via Ralfy's extensive descriptions. Thanks, mate! Keep 'em comin'!
These reviews you do certainly are a great find! Keep it up. I just wanted to share my excitement of the whisky journey I have just begun. At 39 years old, I know … Jack Daniels and Jim Beam is what I knew of whiskey up until a year or so ago. Side note: Milwaukee the malt Mecca of the Mid-West has focused only on beer, a lot of time wasted on beer and vodka tonic’s… My friend gave me a bottle of Aberlour A’bunadh as a gift. Needless to say a great friend and it blew me away in realizing what whisky could be. Some time went by, sort of forgot about it, then my wife bought me the book Whiskey Opus. The journey begins. I started collecting. My first purchases were based on not wanting to go down a road I’ve already been so I bought based primarily on curiosity. My first bottles were Powers signature reserve, Bowmore 12 y, Auchentoshan classic, Tobermory Ledaig and Elijah Craig. Not a bad first guess. The Auchentoshan really is growing on me. Haven’t opened the Ledaig yet but I got to say that is one eye-catching bottle. Since I found these videos I’ve purchased Highland Park 12y and loving every bit of this journey of which you make even better. Keep up the great hobby. Dylan
Hey Ralfy, my name is Gabriel, im from Ecuador, nice video as all of the other reviews, what do yo think about Johnnie Walker green label? wich I heard was discontinued, do you think it worth to keep a couple of bottles?
Hi Ralfy. You got yourself some great buys my friend! Salúte! This Q. is all about consistency, wood/E150/Brand recognition! Ralfy here at the MB we have always had an honest skepticism re. Miniatures vs Full Size OB's. Now here today in 2014 the cat is creeping out of the bag! March 1 we purchased a bottle of ChivasR12yo dated Nov 2013...it was on sale @ $28! & really not a terrible buy for the Bar. Upon unboxing, the color was close to a JWB (clear bottle amber +2 or 3) OK understandable being a blend. Now today I took a ride to the off-sales to poke around and there on the counter were a 12pk of CR12 minis. Ralfy the color of these miniatures were that of a Laphroaig QC. (amber-1 to 0) I bought one curious if I had mistaken the "look" of the 750ml bottle. Well I got home and poured 2drams one of ea. side by side & the diff in colour was astonishing!! What can possibly going on with Chivas Regal and this hugely inconsistent use caramel in these both Official Bottlings? Thanks Ralfy BTW the miniature, more than a wee better!! cheers
Hi Ralfy - only just come across your videos. Brilliant! Have a large stash of malts, with a strong weighting towards Islay. Your comments are so valid. Although I have some pricy malts, you do not need to buy the most expensive to get quality. You have inspired me to try something different. Thank you!
Great way of thinking and talking about whisky! You're a passionate man, Ralfy! Thanks a lot for letting us popping around! [three times "!" must be a good sign ;) ]
It's a virtuous circle, coming to enjoy Ralfy reviews >> advertisiment money for Ralfy to buy more whisky >> reviews keep on coming >> I keep returning to enjoy them !
Your joy over your new purchases is palpable Ralfy! Quite bloody understandable too given that tasty haul. I hope you like the BenRiach better than I did. Cheers
Classy review as always! Loving those unpacking vids in general :) Here in Germany u can purchase the Ardmore Traditional Cask for 23€. Sounds like a really nice deal - maybe I should try ???
Another absorbing vlog, I am in Edinburgh next week on holiday. If I fancy a certain whisky, but not sure if I want to buy it, I go around the whisky bars, buy a wee dram then decide, it can save you a lot of money. I Listen to other peoples recommendations, but the final judge simply as to be your own palate!
Ralfy, you are the man! I like your statement about being independent from the Whisky industry. I also believe in what you said about not asking what to buy, but exploring new flavors on your own. Keep it up. G.
Hi Ralfy, Good to see you'll be reviewing more Balblair. I have two open bottles the 1997 2nd edition and the 1990 you just got and I think both are superb. Non-chillfiltered, natural colour and bottled at 46%!
Ralfy Ardmore TC is great value, even here in Aus. - a pound/dollar is only worth what you deem it to be! Money and value are, to an extent, subjective - it is up to us to determine what is worth what - in whiskey as in all things. Thank you profusely for cutting through the bull and helping us get the most out of our malt-monies. As for malt mentions, how about a shout out to all those Malty Malthusian Misanthropes - I know you are out there! Cheers from Canberra, Aus.
Hello ralfy I only have access to balblair 01 is it any good ? I cant find the 02 around here in southern California and the 1975 balblair is $350.00 dollars !
Hi Ralfy. I agree with your comments around whiskey being a good Tonic in moderation. My late Grandmother lived to a ripe old age of 93 and she loved her whiskey. The moment she went off it based on her Dr's advice she declined rapidly. Maybe a coincidence but that's how it happened.
Thank you for your reviews. I am starting my scotch collection to drink. I have Johnnie Walker Black Label and Glenfiddich 12 year. I plan on getting a couple of more, but cannot decide what I want. Thank you from Indiana!
Hey Ralfy, if you're looking for some good drops to try from further afield, you should get some OveReem from Tasmania. They have sherry and port cask expressions either cask strength or 43%. Big sweet monsters, every bit as good as Abunadh, if not better!
Where can I find Springbank Stuff? I tried to find it in Thailand, but nowhere. Should you advice me where or how can I , for my next purchase too. Please..
Thanks for mentioning Springbank's committed to the craft and its shareholders, e.g., the employees and local economy. I'll look more into their products.
Ralfy you're so bloody awesome everything you said it's so true that's why I say no matter where you live no matter who you are always being individual at the end of the day the only person you have to answer to is the person you see in the mirror because if you don't love yourself you can't love others thanks as always my friend peace love and potato chips
I wish I had half the options you have. Here in the land of the free I can only buy from state owned stores. They only have about 5 single malts to choice from. A bottle of Oban is $95. It is illegal to mail alcohol to my state so the Internet is out. For any kind of options I have to drive about 150 miles to another state.
hey ralfy when are you planning on reviewing the Balblair from 1990, Big fan of the 1989 but with the price increase with the 3rd release im curious in how the 1990 compares. Cheers
Is there a list somewhere of reasonably priced official bottlings that meet the "craft" criteria of 46%, natural color, and non-chill-filtered? In my experience it's mainly been Ardbeg and Springbank who have been champions of this, Laphroaig and Ardmore who probably still color their quarter cask matured offerings, and not many others...
Picked up a bottle of the Ardmore on offer in ASDA for lols. £26. Same price. I don't much like peated whisky (recent Taliskers and Laphroigs have been pretty poor offerings imho) but this was delightful. Not much of a finish but wonderful nose and a lovely palette.
Love you Ralfy for what you have said about Springbank! I totaly agree! Btw, a very good video, i think i have to try anCnoc and Ardmore, which are on my list. ;-)
Hi Ralfy! I regulary attend an appreciate your vlogs an some of those bottles are also in my shelf. I got a bottle of ardmore traditional cask from the local supermarked (in germany) but was a litte disapointed because my bottle has an unpleasant bitterness (more bile than bitter choclate) and in our whisky club it was regarded less attractive than some Islay whiskys.
Ralfy, you are a wise gentleman. I cannot determine if you brought that wisdom to your pursuit of the single malt or it came as a result of being a scotch advisor, but I have found that I like asking for opinions, but do not take them as gospel. Just a little story to that effect. I found a bottle of Balvenie 21 y/o Portwood for the cheapest price I could find in a three state area. The closest price to it was $23USD while the furthest away was $62 USD withe average price difference of roughly $45 USD. I Went to many stores and did my due diligence online. So while price and quality maybe divergent for taste, the fact remains that I asked questions, developed a list, checked it twice and my nascent experience of buying single malt has been much more fulfilling. Maybe you should be a guru and open up a Scottish ashram?😄😄😄😄😄
Ralfy: There are some whisky bloggers complaining about demand outstripping supply resulting in a decline in quality. How much of a problem is this? Right now, I'm drinking Auchentoshan 12 and Glenfarclas 10. I enjoy both.
***** Stunning review, ralfy. Composed, mature and informative. I don't drink whisky much at all myself but I think it's sth I will take up more in the future. When I drink it, it's Chivas Regal 12yo although that can be changed. The local alcohol shop has Ardbeg pitched at 330PLN (around 70 pounds). I guess it's a blow your socks off peat bomb and not recommended for a malt beginner. Would that be a fair assessment? Anyway, it's great to learn about whisky, esp being as I am a Scotsman. Keep the reviews coming :)
SPRINGBANK, SPRINGBANK, SPRINGBANK. Please review more bottles from them as it truly is the best distillery in the world in my opinion. Well the older bottlings def are
The recent Springback CS is very interesting to me because it is only 4% above the traditional 10 and 15 year olds. I typically expect CS whiskies to be in the high 50s. Nonetheless, it is seriously fantastic.
Hey Ralfy. jus had th opprtunity 2try TD.E.W.10yr single malt...they wer givn sampl drams @th spirit shop... a plezant surpriz... peachy,pineaply, a damp vanila,raisin & slytly memoribl. 10yo use a 4cask matration: bourbn,shery,madira &port! on specials so myt b a gud swich ovr4 St Pats! L8r
hi long time subscriber i have to say your double rye review was dead on are you planning on do anymore reviews of high west products such as rondeviour rye campfire and son bourye
Ralfy I dont know about your country, but over here in USA most banks are FDIC insured. meaning depositors reserves are insured by US government, up to a certain amount ($100-250K). this ain't the 1930's anymore. :) so I feel safe with my money in a bank. don't be so scared.
Ralfy you know what really instigated the Revolutionary War?! yep taxes on Molasses, Sugar and any import that would lend itself to Spirits incl.Wine! Freedom was just another word for Distillation. hmmm funny...dont remember them teaching that angle in school. Peace
You know what really instigated the Revolutionary War? A British intention to honour their agreements with Native Americans and halt westward expansion of the colonies when a great deal of the colonial elite stood to make a lot of money in such expansion and the land speculation it would entail. It's another angle that usually isn't taught in school.
Malt454 The strong typically demand growth. Considering the British created one of the largest empires in human history they are a perfect example and aren't innocent to this concept and the Americans understood this as well.
ESA Indeed, and the greedy typically demand profits. My point is that if American motives were to be seen as reasonable, we'd hear about more about that aspect of causation for the Revolution, instead of the mythologized version of the war with which most are familiar today. But patriots and heroes fighting foreign oppression is an easier sell than American elites looking to supplant the government to make themselves even wealthier.
Malt454 Yes, I suppose propaganda utilizes the same characteristics as religion to a sense. People are capable of doing incredibly illogical things in the name of ideology and country, governments and the ones in power know this well and have been using it for thousands of years. Americans, however, became really good at marketing ideology and thankfully most of it is beneficial.
ESA The beneficial nature of American ideology is, of course, in the eye of the beholder; the ideology of Manifest Destiny resulted in the destruction of native cultures and, for being so much in favour of democracy, the US has worked against its spread in other countries where democracy and self rule was considered inconvenient to American interests. The question of the whether American ideology has been of NET benefit to the world is a very interesting one; what would a parallel timeline of history look like with the USA absent?
Bless you Ralfy. Best reviewer in whisky.
theres also the very good half drunk reviewer of whisky on youtube that is enjoyable to see and to hear of course from hahaha
It's always a pleasure to see what Ralfy is doing in the Bothy and it's always worth the time. I've learned so much from you over the past year or so, thanks for everything.
In the U.S. it's become an epidemic with people trading good reviews for free merchandise. Not so much with whisky,but with outdoor gear reviews I watch......
I for one, truly appreciate your honesty and integrity. You've been very helpful on my Malt journey.
Excellent Ralfy. With all the phonies and fakers out there, your sincerity shines through and it's much appreciated. Thank you for all of these great videos.
Generally I start watching your reviews about 11pm and finish about 5am. I'm retired so I can get away with it. Bless you, and keep up the good work.
Not many left out there with the integrity and honesty you have Ralfy. Truly appreciate your reviews!
Hi there Ralfy! I'm a big fan from Argentina! I'm creating a blog here about single malts and the whisky universe and you are our biggest knowledge source!
happy to help with the malt-moments Juan !
Living in BC, Canada, most of these whiskeys are taxed to Hell and back. (As an example, the Ancnoc is currently $74.99. Bloody hell.)
At least I get to vicariously enjoy them via Ralfy's extensive descriptions.
Thanks, mate! Keep 'em comin'!
These reviews you do certainly are a great find! Keep it up. I just wanted to share my excitement of the whisky journey I have just begun. At 39 years old, I know … Jack Daniels and Jim Beam is what I knew of whiskey up until a year or so ago. Side note: Milwaukee the malt Mecca of the Mid-West has focused only on beer, a lot of time wasted on beer and vodka tonic’s… My friend gave me a bottle of Aberlour A’bunadh as a gift. Needless to say a great friend and it blew me away in realizing what whisky could be. Some time went by, sort of forgot about it, then my wife bought me the book Whiskey Opus. The journey begins. I started collecting. My first purchases were based on not wanting to go down a road I’ve already been so I bought based primarily on curiosity. My first bottles were Powers signature reserve, Bowmore 12 y, Auchentoshan classic, Tobermory Ledaig and Elijah Craig. Not a bad first guess. The Auchentoshan really is growing on me. Haven’t opened the Ledaig yet but I got to say that is one eye-catching bottle. Since I found these videos I’ve purchased Highland Park 12y and loving every bit of this journey of which you make even better. Keep up the great hobby.
Dylan
Hey Ralfy, my name is Gabriel, im from Ecuador, nice video as all of the other reviews, what do yo think about Johnnie Walker green label? wich I heard was discontinued, do you think it worth to keep a couple of bottles?
Hi Ralfy.
You got yourself some great buys my friend! Salúte!
This Q. is all about consistency, wood/E150/Brand recognition!
Ralfy here at the MB we have always had an honest skepticism re. Miniatures vs Full Size OB's.
Now here today in 2014 the cat is creeping out of the bag!
March 1 we purchased a bottle of ChivasR12yo dated Nov 2013...it was on sale @ $28! & really not a terrible buy for the Bar.
Upon unboxing, the color was close to a JWB (clear bottle amber +2 or 3) OK understandable being a blend.
Now today I took a ride to the off-sales to poke around and there on the counter were a 12pk of CR12 minis.
Ralfy the color of these miniatures were that of a Laphroaig QC. (amber-1 to 0)
I bought one curious if I had mistaken the "look" of the 750ml bottle.
Well I got home and poured 2drams one of ea. side by side & the diff in colour was astonishing!!
What can possibly going on with Chivas Regal and this hugely inconsistent use caramel in these both Official Bottlings?
Thanks Ralfy
BTW the miniature, more than a wee better!!
cheers
they don't expect people to notice ! They do it because they can.
Cheers Ralfy! Great vid as always.Such a magnificent malt mentor you be.
We love ya over here in Wellesley, MA Ralfy!!! Thanks for droppin the knowledge on us...
Hi Ralfy - only just come across your videos. Brilliant! Have a large stash of malts, with a strong weighting towards Islay. Your comments are so valid. Although I have some pricy malts, you do not need to buy the most expensive to get quality. You have inspired me to try something different. Thank you!
Great way of thinking and talking about whisky! You're a passionate man, Ralfy! Thanks a lot for letting us popping around!
[three times "!" must be a good sign ;) ]
Thank you Ralfy for opening my eyes to the wonderful world of single malt scotch!!!!!
It's a virtuous circle, coming to enjoy Ralfy reviews >> advertisiment money for Ralfy to buy more whisky >> reviews keep on coming >> I keep returning to enjoy them !
Your joy over your new purchases is palpable Ralfy! Quite bloody understandable too given that tasty haul. I hope you like the BenRiach better than I did. Cheers
Classy review as always! Loving those unpacking vids in general :) Here in Germany u can purchase the Ardmore Traditional Cask for 23€. Sounds like a really nice deal - maybe I should try ???
Another absorbing vlog, I am in Edinburgh next week on holiday. If I fancy a certain whisky, but not sure if I want to buy it, I go around the whisky bars, buy a wee dram then decide, it can save you a lot of money. I Listen to other peoples recommendations, but the final judge simply as to be your own palate!
Ralfy, you are the man! I like your statement about being independent from the Whisky industry. I also believe in what you said about not asking what to buy, but exploring new flavors on your own. Keep it up.
G.
You are a sincere man Ralfy. Respect from down under Aussie land.
Hi Ralfy, Good to see you'll be reviewing more Balblair. I have two open bottles the 1997 2nd edition and the 1990 you just got and I think both are superb. Non-chillfiltered, natural colour and bottled at 46%!
Your videos are simply wonderful!
Great insights and information, even for a new bee in the scotch family. Thank you.
Ralfy
Ardmore TC is great value, even here in Aus.
- a pound/dollar is only worth what you deem it to be! Money and value are, to an extent, subjective - it is up to us to determine what is worth what - in whiskey as in all things. Thank you profusely for cutting through the bull and helping us get the most out of our malt-monies.
As for malt mentions, how about a shout out to all those Malty Malthusian Misanthropes - I know you are out there!
Cheers from Canberra, Aus.
Thoroughly enjoyed this video Ralfy. Thank you good sir!
Hello ralfy I only have access to balblair 01 is it any good ? I cant find the 02 around here in southern California and the 1975 balblair is $350.00 dollars !
01 is a good option, worth the investment if not too expensive.
You've reviewed the Balblair 1989 - do you consider this a re-review, or does the additional year make it a different product?
different year, different experience.
Some really good finds there. I am a big fan of the Ardmore but you can't get it here in Canada easily ( or that cheap!).
Hi Ralfy. I agree with your comments around whiskey being a good Tonic in moderation. My late Grandmother lived to a ripe old age of 93 and she loved her whiskey. The moment she went off it based on her Dr's advice she declined rapidly. Maybe a coincidence but that's how it happened.
Thank you Ralfy,fantastic video....as Always!!!!!
Hey Ralfy, do you have Glenfiddich Vintage Cask in Scotland? It isn't available in Canada. It is the new, peated glenfiddich from the cask collection
Well said regarding banking and good health!
Ardmore was my first Single Malt. Nice Whisky!
Ralfy, what do you think about the newer Laddies? Would you review another Laddie soon?
Happy to see the Springbank 12 cask strength. The Springbank 15 cask strength re-charred sherry is my new favorite malt over all.
Thank you for your reviews. I am starting my scotch collection to drink. I have Johnnie Walker Black Label and Glenfiddich 12 year. I plan on getting a couple of more, but cannot decide what I want. Thank you from Indiana!
Hi Ralfy
In a local online-store i found AnCnoc 12yo for 33 € and AnCnoc 1998/2012 (ncf, 46%) for 43 €. What do you know about this version?
it's good (89/100)
Ahh....Balblair and Knockdu!! Surely the two most underrated distilleries in Scotland.
Hey Ralfy, if you're looking for some good drops to try from further afield, you should get some OveReem from Tasmania. They have sherry and port cask expressions either cask strength or 43%. Big sweet monsters, every bit as good as Abunadh, if not better!
quality Ralfy, pure quality, great principles too. I'm curious about the Quinta Ruban review as it's one of my 'go to' whiskies!
Where can I find Springbank Stuff? I tried to find it in Thailand, but nowhere. Should you advice me where or how can I , for my next purchase too. Please..
Ralfy ....you've got me thinking Spring Bank for my next purchase.
Eagerly waiting for you to review the Quinta Ruban !! Have just bought a bottle and totally loved it !!
SB 12 y/o cask strength is great! Light smoked peat, sweet butter, vanilla and so much more.
I had a miniature if that Balblair 90. It was smashin' but not available in Canada. Can't find your review?
Thanks for mentioning Springbank's committed to the craft and its shareholders, e.g., the employees and local economy. I'll look more into their products.
Ralfy you're so bloody awesome everything you said it's so true that's why I say no matter where you live no matter who you are always being individual at the end of the day the only person you have to answer to is the person you see in the mirror because if you don't love yourself you can't love others thanks as always my friend peace love and potato chips
Ralfy,
After reviewing Whisky review 438, I am awarding you 98 points (got to keep you keen)
Particularly interesting. Thank you.
Carry on please.
I agree Ralfy , Ardmore it's a good peated Whisky ,surprisingly not from Islay. that makes it more interested .
Great review and upload, Sir!
I wish I had half the options you have. Here in the land of the free I can only buy from state owned stores. They only have about 5 single malts to choice from. A bottle of Oban is $95. It is illegal to mail alcohol to my state so the Internet is out. For any kind of options I have to drive about 150 miles to another state.
sounds like pennsylvania
hey ralfy when are you planning on reviewing the Balblair from 1990, Big fan of the 1989 but with the price increase with the 3rd release im curious in how the 1990 compares. Cheers
no plans for the moment.
Is there a list somewhere of reasonably priced official bottlings that meet the "craft" criteria of 46%, natural color, and non-chill-filtered? In my experience it's mainly been Ardbeg and Springbank who have been champions of this, Laphroaig and Ardmore who probably still color their quarter cask matured offerings, and not many others...
Picked up a bottle of the Ardmore on offer in ASDA for lols. £26. Same price. I don't much like peated whisky (recent Taliskers and Laphroigs have been pretty poor offerings imho) but this was delightful. Not much of a finish but wonderful nose and a lovely palette.
Love you Ralfy for what you have said about Springbank! I totaly agree!
Btw, a very good video, i think i have to try anCnoc and Ardmore, which are on my list. ;-)
As always, first-class, sir.
Have you ever tried Smokehead? The packaging is horrible but it has me curious
hi ralfy, what about the balblair 1990 review? Are you still planning to do that?
Hi Ralfy! I regulary attend an appreciate your vlogs an some of those bottles are also in my shelf. I got a bottle of ardmore traditional cask from the local supermarked (in germany) but was a litte disapointed because my bottle has an unpleasant bitterness (more bile than bitter choclate) and in our whisky club it was regarded less attractive than some Islay whiskys.
let the bottle breathe and settle down over a month, then try again.
Ralfy, you are a wise gentleman. I cannot determine if you brought that wisdom to your pursuit of the single malt or it came as a result of being a scotch advisor, but I have found that I like asking for opinions, but do not take them as gospel. Just a little story to that effect. I found a bottle of Balvenie 21 y/o Portwood for the cheapest price I could find in a three state area. The closest price to it was $23USD while the furthest away was $62 USD withe average price difference of roughly $45 USD. I Went to many stores and did my due diligence online. So while price and quality maybe divergent for taste, the fact remains that I asked questions, developed a list, checked it twice and my nascent experience of buying single malt has been much more fulfilling. Maybe you should be a guru and open up a Scottish ashram?😄😄😄😄😄
Thanks Ralfy - great info.
great channel, nice work ralfy!
Ralfy: There are some whisky bloggers complaining about demand outstripping supply resulting in a decline in quality. How much of a problem is this? Right now, I'm drinking Auchentoshan 12 and Glenfarclas 10. I enjoy both.
ralf I thought you said the Ardmore traditional was too young once?
I did, but at the excellent price in the Supermarket, I buy bottles to cut with older Indi-bottling Ardmore to get best option !
*****
Stunning review, ralfy. Composed, mature and informative. I don't drink whisky much at all myself but I think it's sth I will take up more in the future. When I drink it, it's Chivas Regal 12yo although that can be changed. The local alcohol shop has Ardbeg pitched at 330PLN (around 70 pounds). I guess it's a blow your socks off peat bomb and not recommended for a malt beginner. Would that be a fair assessment? Anyway, it's great to learn about whisky, esp being as I am a Scotsman. Keep the reviews coming :)
Here in the Netherlands the Ardmore is online available for only 19€
Very nice whisky indeed!
Funny coincidence, just yesterday I bought myself a bottle of the Gordon & Macphail Caol Ila 2001, although in my case it was quite expensive.
Ralf, do you have your email posted somewhere? How can I submit a malt mention? Thanks for all the scotch education...
SPRINGBANK, SPRINGBANK, SPRINGBANK. Please review more bottles from them as it truly is the best distillery in the world in my opinion. Well the older bottlings def are
I agree with AnCnoc! Very good, sweet and vanilla, fruity, love it very much.
Does anyone know methods for buying whisky in Canada (British Columbia)?
Oh Springbank cask strength....Springbank is wonderful, wonderful stuff. And cask strength? skoda ze nemam to ted' na stole. I love it.
you should buy Glenmorangie Lasanta or Nectar D'Or...both much, much better than Quinta Ruban..
The recent Springback CS is very interesting to me because it is only 4% above the traditional 10 and 15 year olds. I typically expect CS whiskies to be in the high 50s. Nonetheless, it is seriously fantastic.
Also, still waiting on that Balblair review. I just bought the bottle myself to go along with my 03.
Impressive Knowledge delivered entertainingly.... thanks Dad ;)
What happened to your pinky nail, Ralfy? Looks like it got smashed.
I like peated malts but really didn't like the Ardmore at all and couldn't even finish the bottle.Maybe I just had a bad one.
Try Signatory Independent bottler versions fro a better experience.
Thanks Ralfy!
Hey Ralfy.
jus had th opprtunity 2try TD.E.W.10yr single malt...they wer givn sampl drams @th spirit shop... a plezant surpriz... peachy,pineaply, a damp vanila,raisin & slytly memoribl.
10yo use a 4cask matration: bourbn,shery,madira &port!
on specials so myt b a gud swich ovr4 St Pats!
L8r
I tend to eat organic food and always having 1 oz of whisky during the day, and I feel so much better than before lol
hi long time subscriber i have to say your double rye review was dead on are you planning on do anymore reviews of high west products such as rondeviour rye campfire and son bourye
Thx malt mate!
Whisky is a great investment!
RM-please review the Bunna 18 soon [Bunna 12 is my current flavourite]! Full steampunk ensemble optional ヅ
how about malted mackerals!
Geoff from Cambridge MA USA
ancnoc is terrific, thanks for that recommendation. It's a great value
Bang on...
Just great.
How many Malty Machinery Makers are there?
What? No mescal?
Ralfy I dont know about your country, but over here in USA most banks are FDIC insured. meaning depositors reserves are insured by US government, up to a certain amount ($100-250K). this ain't the 1930's anymore. :) so I feel safe with my money in a bank. don't be so scared.
Just got a bottle of this for 20 quid in tesco, o yes
I just noticed that I always use Adblockerplus, Does this mean you dont get any money from my views? .. hmm
That box would cost around 1000$, here, in good old alcohol rip-off land, aka Canada. Aka, no real variety of Scotch land.
balvenie 12 doublewood for 33 € here in germany, for me best price/quality relation
Exactly with cash .... although we'll be cashless soon ... unfortunately
. . . and penniless in a power outage. It will happen !
@@thewhiskybothy Yes , Ralfy ,😰
Was I the only one who panicked when the bottle of Springbank almost fell off the barrel?
Nope i saw that too!!
Ralfy you know what really instigated the Revolutionary War?! yep taxes on Molasses, Sugar and any import that would lend itself to Spirits incl.Wine!
Freedom was just another word for Distillation. hmmm funny...dont remember them teaching that angle in school.
Peace
You know what really instigated the Revolutionary War? A British intention to honour their agreements with Native Americans and halt westward expansion of the colonies when a great deal of the colonial elite stood to make a lot of money in such expansion and the land speculation it would entail. It's another angle that usually isn't taught in school.
Malt454 The strong typically demand growth. Considering the British created one of the largest empires in human history they are a perfect example and aren't innocent to this concept and the Americans understood this as well.
ESA Indeed, and the greedy typically demand profits. My point is that if American motives were to be seen as reasonable, we'd hear about more about that aspect of causation for the Revolution, instead of the mythologized version of the war with which most are familiar today. But patriots and heroes fighting foreign oppression is an easier sell than American elites looking to supplant the government to make themselves even wealthier.
Malt454 Yes, I suppose propaganda utilizes the same characteristics as religion to a sense. People are capable of doing incredibly illogical things in the name of ideology and country, governments and the ones in power know this well and have been using it for thousands of years. Americans, however, became really good at marketing ideology and thankfully most of it is beneficial.
ESA The beneficial nature of American ideology is, of course, in the eye of the beholder; the ideology of Manifest Destiny resulted in the destruction of native cultures and, for being so much in favour of democracy, the US has worked against its spread in other countries where democracy and self rule was considered inconvenient to American interests. The question of the whether American ideology has been of NET benefit to the world is a very interesting one; what would a parallel timeline of history look like with the USA absent?
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