Ardnamurchan 10 Year:

[@michaelserra527]

That’s not at all what Ralfy and Roy said, you should go back and watch it again including last years SWA, springbank was not competing since they got the trifecta award meaning that they had won the category for 3 years straight and received a special recognition and did not participate in category to allow other distilleries to be recognized.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

We were mostly having some fun at the poor choice. We all love those guys. Even if their awards have some funny results. Whiskies not made in the year of awards winning for example.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Dustin comes off a bit dry with his humor at times. Combine that with missing a few details. He means well 😉 Regardless this distillery currently, is not one in super high on but we will give them more opportunities.

[@tiredoffools8929]

I respectfully disagree with your assessment on this, but I think its largely because you guys were going into feeling like Springbank got cheated on an award, when they actually didn't. 1) The OSWAs Award has a rule that if one award has been won three years in a row, they d automatically win a "TRIFECTA" award in that category, and will not be eligible for the main award to allow another in the running a chance to shine. So Ardnamurchan won Best Distillery of the Year because Springbank wasn't eligible. Next year however Springbank will be eligible again, so it won't be a surprise if it reclaims the title once more. 2) 1) Ardnamurchan is not actually known for Sherry Casks. (However their Sherry Casks are of excellent quality) 3)You may not be a fan of champagne casks, and that is of course personal preference, but their annual release of those PL champagne casks are extremely sought after because of the creamy mouth feel and taste. I have tasted both the PL annual release and the 10, and the 10 has far more bourbon influence than the PL Champagne. In fact the only thing I got from the Champagne casks in the 10's finish was the creamy mouth feel but it was very muted by the bourbon casks. 4)If you have not tried their annual Sherry release, you really need to try that, as you are a fellow sherry head like me and that will give you a better gauge about Ardnamurchan quality. The only reason there is a 10 year old now is because that is the oldest whisky they have produced. You can't really judge a entire distillery on single bottle finished in a cask you are not familiar with or may not even like at all. Try the annual Sherry Cask, and also the Cask Strength bottlings. Then also realize that most of the juice has been 8 years or younger and it becomes apparent why this brand is so popular. 5) Ardnamurchan is very deserving of the title because they have been making young spirit that punches well above other age stated whiskies, has 46% and above ABVs, has QR codes on the labels so you can find out details about the bottle and not have to read the labels, and best of all they don't price gauge on their popularity. Their Sherry cask is my personal favorite and it does have peat in it.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

On the sherry I was talking about, it was adelphi which owns the distillery. They are well known for those, though I certainly haven't had any of their stuff since we don't get it here. I think two of these is enough for me for now. I'll wait for them to get a 15 year expression. Though I know a few of our fans have said they enjoy the brand so who knows, maybe they'll slip us some samples.

[@topshelfwhisky]

I appreciate the firm but respectful rebuttal. I'm never upset with opinions like the awards as long as they are genuine and I believe they are. For the record, Kavalan would probably get my vote but maybe they don't consider it due to location. Now Dustin and I may be a bit salty that we have never been asked! 😉 but it's all in good fun.

[@GregsWhiskyGuide]

Very interesting...and good to have Mike on board for this one...I haven't tried that one yet, but I bought the Paul Launois release 2024 (again Champagne casks on board, poured into ex-Bourbon casks & one cask of ex-Bourbon was added to the final mix, its unpeated as well) and, while it is also controversial, I really love it, but I recon it is not your typical Ardnamurchan (by typical I mean their peated small batches with a mix of Bourbon & Sherry casks) but I really love it (it is also a Cask Strength that doesn't feel its high abv), and it reminds me of some famous highlander malts when not too spicy (my video about is not recorded yet, but I left a "first impressions" tasting note on Instagram & will talk about it soon in my Highlights of the Year 2024 upcoming video. Now, it has to be said that these are their oldest casks, and some other folks also mention the too much oak influence that could have erased the Champagne influence at a certain extent...I don't know i haven't tried it but might wait for more reviews to make sure I'm not spending my money in there where I could buy me a second bottle (believe it or not) of the P.L. 2024 release...Your ratings are terrible (between other terrible statements about Canadian Ryes lol-I don't agree with you on the Lot 40 CS, JP Wiser's Dissertation or Whistlepig 10 first sourced releases, greart stuff imho, though I haven't tried the Alberta CS, not available here) but they rightfully so reflect your opinions, no problem with that. I also had varied experiences with Ardnamurchan, some hit & some miss, so I'm staying critical & though they're impressive, I tend to prefer the wider & more complex & not heavily peated batches over the years (but yeah the Berry Bros SC #374 sherry cask was one of my WOTY 2023...). But l like the fact that you're not afraid of not pleasing the audience about a rather hyped distillery name & fame...so kudos for that...

[@topshelfwhisky]

Yeah, I know this is a popular distillery currently, much like Killkeran. SO we knew we are probably in the minority. But I have to call it the way I experience it. Even if most believe I'm wrong. I'm a 48 year old Chicago Bears fan, who things that's a good idea? Having said that, I preferred the NAS offerings better. And you can't convince me the these were good casks.

[@GregsWhiskyGuide]

@@topshelfwhisky I don't think you read me well...I didn't try to convince you or the audience that this expression & casks of that age & type were good, as again I haven't tasted it...I have no idea...I respect your taste...I'm only talking about my experience with another expression which is younger & uses other casks (as you know even neighbour casks in a warehouse can age/taste differently) though being of the same Champagne company which I also (if it reassures you) I haven't heard of either (but there are hundred..). That's all I'm saying buddy...

[@topshelfwhisky]

@@GregsWhiskyGuide im on the same page now

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I have heard that many have enjoyed the CS releases, and that these leaned more on the bourbon cask notes. I also find CS sometimes hides flaws that proofing down can't. Cheers as always greg.

[@WhiskyWars]

Well done guys on the honesty! I’ve not had this, just their entry level but it’s one of my worst whiskies! I was the only negative until you came along so join the club 😂 I really do not understand the hype, I think it’s driven purely from 1-2 KZbinrs, cheers!

[@cedr]

Good review, I was almost expecting clickbait because it seems like absolutely everyone in the world is required to love whatever Ardnamurchan releases. I've only had a bottle of "AD/" and while it was pretty ok, it wasn't anything remarkable and it put me off this distillery even though everyone is just singing their praises. Thanks for a fresh opinion that goes against the tide!

[@topshelfwhisky]

Our initial thoughts are very similar to yours. We will keep trying, though we have nothing but time and whisky to drink.

[@placeswithspirit]

I've not cracked my 10 yet, but the smidge one was probably my favourite dram of last year! First distillery we designed so got a soft spot for it and most of what I've had has been great (imo) however your review is your review, exactly as it should be! If you want some background on the distillery, they put out a video a few weeks ago on how they've got to where they are, well worth a watch 👍

[@topshelfwhisky]

I apricate it, I will check it out. Is that on their site or maybe KZbin?

[@placeswithspirit]

@@topshelfwhisky it's on the youtube channel

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Ijust poked my head over to your youtube and saw your video on Terrior. I have so much to say. It's one of those things that REALLY needs to be defined and from there...I've argued with a distiller over this topic a bit :) But make no mistake, we're having some fun on Roy and Ralfy for their awards but we love those guys. And we very much see potential in this distillery. Just not this bottle.

[@placeswithspirit]

@topshelfdustin3060 hah! Yeah it's an interesting one for sure... What's your take? We like the idea of it tbh as it really ties in with what we do in terms of designing buildings which are all about the site and climate etc!

[@topshelfdustin3060]

@@placeswithspirit the "dirt" has all of about ZERO to do with anything in whisky. Now the type of grain used, absolutely has a difference. So no, your organic barley from xyz isn't going to be different than the same exact grain elsewhere. But that grain will be different than a different style of said grain. Give or take a TINY little bit. What does matter and matters the most. Where those casks sit. So yeah, what you're doing is 100% going to night and day change the whisky. So if that's teireoir...then yep! I should add I'm weirdly enough drinking out of a copita with teireoir written on it right now lol. And waterford truly failed in their mission to bring out teireoir, but I'm glad they started they got people talking.

[@DonnerPassWhisky]

😂😅 Great review, guys! I bought the first two CS releases, and they were just ok. For $35 I found the Mcleans nose very nice, but going to wait quite a while before thinking about any more purchases. Cheers

[@topshelfwhisky]

We are in the same boat.

[@ironmantran]

TRE AMIGOS : you are the real deal ! . . . what a review . Happy Holidays yo'll ! ! May 2025 be good !

[@topshelfwhisky]

Thanks! Happy Holidays to you too!

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Cheers and happy holidays as well!

[@biofixphysicaltherapy5353]

I thought the 10 yr was absolutely amazing!!! I got my bottles from Germany, 3 of them to CA…I’m getting another 3 that good.

[@topshelfwhisky]

I’m happy it was good experience for you man. Believe me, I wish I had the same.

[@mitchsummers9192]

Man wished I watch this review Before Buying it 😂😂😂 Anyway I will give my analysis. Cheers Guys🥃

[@topshelfwhisky]

Well, we bought it too! I’m a big believer in there is a positive and anything. This makes me appreciate other whisky, lol.

[@mitchsummers9192]

@ 😂😂😂

[@pepebruno1672]

Great review! No where to be found, much less in the $50s. Springbank got a trifecta award, three consecutive years of the same award, at the OSWA; hence they cannot participate this year to give others a chance. Real shame about the juice. I was looking forward to it. Thanks for saving me the “50” 😂

[@topshelfwhisky]

That makes more sense. Hard to believe those guys would kick this over everything else. Dustin finds bottles. Everywhere, he will ship from Siberia and Antarctica

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Gotta buy these the second they come online if you want the fair prices :)

[@andypike1234]

This was an execution. I had a CS 2024 version and it tasted if I poured some Ardna to champagne. I was like why??? I was really looking forward what they gonna celebrate their 10th with? Then I read Paul Launoise... Why???

[@llamabones]

I'm a fan of Ardnamurchan and Ardnahoe and a bunch of other young distilleries, but we have collectively lost our mind recently. It's like the ONLY thing that matters is 46%, NCF, and natural color, and not what it...tastes like.

[@topshelfwhisky]

We all want them to be great. Just like Ardbeg 20 years ago. Dustin and I have had this conversation many times. 46% is a minimum for a quality dram these days, in our opinion. It’s actually one of my biggest issues with Springbank. To me, 46 is not enough especially when the 21 and 25 year-old are so expensive these days. How am I gonna pay $1200 retail for a 46% 25 year-old the only one we would ever consider is the SB 25. Now I must bring this up. We love cast strength whisky, especially me. For some that’s not a problem. After all Macallan still sells their 25 for $3000 at 43% chill filtered. We’ve liked the 48% figure. It almost never happens that the 48% single scotch feels thin or is lacking some type of way that would be caused by ABV. The only example I can think of is a lag in friends of classic malts. It was 48% but I believe it was chill filtered. Aside from that that’s always a great ABV, again for single malts. Did I ramble there?

[@llamabones]

Good rambling, though. If you've only been listening to Ralfy for the past 5 years, you would think that Arran or Deanston or Glencadam are literally the best distilleries in the world. Those guys deserve credit for what they are doing, but they're all releasing what is basically the equivalent of the best Hyundai. There are classes of whiskey that are closed off to most of us, but we can't start pretending that distilleries that max out at 88 or 89's are the BEST just because they sell for 50 euros and have a QR code on the bottle.

[@MikeFigge]

Ardnamurchan puts QR codes on its bottles that links to the specifics of each bottle (barley type, date of distillation, etc.). Pretty cool from a transparency perspective.

[@topshelfwhisky]

agreed, I always appreciate the details. They rarely hinder a purchase once I'm interested in a bottle.

[@MikeFigge]

@@topshelfwhisky Great review by the way. I've been loving Ardnamurchan's stuff but haven't heard many positive things on this release. Cheers to you guys!

[@topshelfwhisky]

@@MikeFigge cheers and happy holidays

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I always like that...minus needing a phone to use it. Already have my phone around me too much. Now I gotta read up on a whisky with it vs them adding it to the label? And they have PLENTY of bottle space to add some label! But I still do appreciate that.

[@DrumondArt]

Funny thing is that their Paul Launois releases (not the same as that 10 you have on this video) are some of their best, really good bottles. Haven't tasted this 10yo yet, but now I'm curious to compare :D

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I've heard that from a few people. I wonder if CS really helps hide the off notes that come through once they proof it down. That was honestly one of my first thoughts as we started getting some of those off wood notes. I get that a lot on younger whiskies when adding water.

[@topshelfwhisky]

I would like to read your thoughts if you do.

[@PatrickS0057]

I am now a try before you buy consumer on these boom era distillers, American craft included. While I want to like Lochlea, AD, Clydeside, Lindores Abbey, Harris, etc., the whiskey is just underdeveloped due to the youthfulness. Yes, with some, I can see potential, but thats not enough to spring my money on a bottle. Too many nice bottles on my shelf already. Although Irish, Waterford was the exception, because their whisky was all good.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

man, I must have had the worst luck on Waterford. I bought the Gaia 1.0 and just hated that thing. But everyone tells me there are great expressions, people I fully trust. Then again they did just got bankrupt so good or bad, I think their pricing on young whisky turned some people off. But yeah, I'm in general with you on wanting to try before I buy, but sadly no bars carry these here. So its' fish for samples or buy. And sample swapping gets time consuming and expensive fast. The american scene is out of control....but I hope that means great things down the road. I suspect we'll have some epic american single malt in a few years.

[@djbeacon6895]

Gotta say have only tried one, their AD09.22 CS (over 58% ABV) since never see around Myrtle Beach so bought online overseas. It's OK but seems to need a few more years in the barrel to me. Not overly impressed.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Not overly impressed sums up our current opinion. BTW, years ago I found an old Bunna 18 (black and gold label) in that area. But the days of fruitful whisky hunting seem to be long gone.

[@jackthepickledhound]

I'm really enjoying the ArdnAmerica Tour bottle@57.8%. I don't get with the regular AD that I have. I'm glad you used the word "potential". That's a tasting note I get from a few bottles I regret buying, like from Wolfburn, Raasay, and some cask strength ASM. It may not be worth drinking but you can tell the future looks bright for these distilleries. I just heard some trash talk about the Meikle Tor Turbo..that I didn't agree with but this Ardnamuchin? Thanks for saving us all from chasing shite.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I just had a small sample of a Raasay from Jason Coates and if the rest of it is like that....they might be up for distillery of the year! But it was a single cask I'm pretty sure lol. With these new brands I feel a lot of us, inform our opinions on very small releases and/or single barrels. And then big distilleries we form our opinions on their flagship core bottles. Not really fair but it's what's available.

[@roberttalaber3398]

Cannot disagree more on your review ! Maybe we don't have the same bottle ! The Paul Launois maturation gives a rather nice experience to this release as well as to some of Ardnamurchan's best releases to date ... Cheers

[@gspence1557]

Fair enough. 1. I like Ardnamurchan (not all of them now) but I see you're on the neck pour. The neck pour from my AD10 was disappointing. Halfway through the bottle and it's a spritely little light whisky. 2. Not all markets are going to have the same taste preferences. Would be interested to see you try the ArdnaMerica. 3. While I appreciate Ardnamurchan offerings, there are a lot of mineral and savoury notes. Sometimes umami depending on the bottling. But I definitely wouldn't expect some of my whiskey friends to like it. I reckon I like Kilkerran for the same reasons, and I know how you feel about it 😂 4. I think generally Bunnahabhain and Bruichladdich suck (but only personally, please don't block me). I can get why others are obsessed. Good fun to see a rant-y review, keep up the good work! 👍 Who doesn't enjoy getting their mate to taste some absolutely pungent liquid?

[@topshelfwhisky]

Bottle fill is an issue at times. we try and post two reviews per week and around 100 a year. I would prefer to work every bottle down but it's just not realistic.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Thanks for the comment. We agree it would great to review all whiskies after a full bottle, but then this review would be a review of a bottle nobody could find. Coming next year, Compass Box The Lost Blend from 2015. Jokes aside...I do have that and only about 2 oz left. What do we do with that? Like for real, asking :) What I'd hoped with the 10 year was that they'd be coming more forwards what their long term "house" style might feel like as they start to create a core range. Not just a one off or "work in progress" type offering. Sadly this wasn't that so...we'll keep waiting. All that said, I think it's time we try some Raasay on the channel. Just had one sample of it, but THAT was good stuff! Kinda what I'd hoped these guy would be. Savory, Umamii, with rich smoke, and good casks. But odds are that was some single cask so I shouldn't get my hope up.

[@JoukoL]

Haven't tried the bottle but I really like the fact that, well, sometimes whiskytube can be a bit of echo chamber. Ralfy was mentioned here and I do like his takes, but you can sort of see and hear his "ecosystem" of sorts in whiskytube. OSWA is quite obviously a product of it too, no matter how you put it. In whiskytube same whiskies get mentioned again and again and sometimes they are great, other times it seems to my taste buds that people just want to get excited about something that they can call "maybe next Springbank" and actually buy it easily. The point here being that thanks for not trying to excuse or hide your opinions. Have you guys had a chance to try the 2024 Springbank 18 (100% bourbon) or Longrow 18 (90 sherry, 10 port)?

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I'm on the hunt for the springbank. We never get longrow 18 locally so that's not even on my radar. But I'm told this year's shipment locally is going to be extremely small and some bottles might not make it...so I'm not sure I'll get to try either.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Ralfy and his review of the Lagavulin 12 (can't remember he vintage) was the first whisky review I ever watched. And I've never stopped. I think he's great but different opinion are always needed. Dustin and I are Americans from Ohio and Kentucky, lol. We are going to have a different experience.

[@davidcoleman157]

Totally disagree with your review. You must have a different bottle to me.

[@geofre44]

SB was eliminated for winning 3

[@topshelfwhisky]

That’s what we’ve been hearing. Dustin and I have never been strong on particular details and research. That said, I’m not sure. Just eliminating one distillery would make this my first place but then again I don’t know all the criteria of their awards.

[@jujtan5412]

I find the nose on this is very glen garioch founders reserve 😅

[@topshelfwhisky]

I can’t get there but we always go back after a year or two. Maybe it’s more appealing to us.

[@prestonw3878]

I haven't seen this on the shelves in US yet. Is it imported by Impex? I think they put out an odd 1st 10 year old because they didn't want it to be too hyped up. They are definitely capable of putting out one of the best 10 year old whiskys. The next one they come out with will be more friendly I would assume lol. Cheers

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I got this online the second it came out from a UK shop. I suspect we'll see it in the states but likely after the new year.

[@Nocturnalpriest]

Paul Launois is the right name…

[@topshelfwhisky]

Dustin was one for two 🤣🤣

[@Nocturnalpriest]

@ By the way I didn’t buy this one on purpose (whiskybase pals not fond of it) but got the Sauternes Cask instead. Cheers 🥂

[@Beezee-ph9wv]

Yes, a lot of hype here with Ardnamurchan, which ends up seeming like…just hype. Granted, I’ve only had the AD/ NAS 46% release. Maybe it’s better at cask strength, but the AD/ was…fine? Reminiscent of Clynelish but young. I swore it off until it hit 10, but this one sounded underwhelming, from WB reviews and lack of peated casks, so I left it alone. Made me wonder if, like Clynelish, it needs to be 14ish. Frankly, I have a 9-year-old ex-bourbon Linkwood that vastly outpaced that AD/. But of course nobody would even consider nominating Linkwood for that best-of award, much less hand them the prize.

[@topshelfwhisky]

I would’ve absolutely preferred cast strength & peat. I think everyone that visits this channel knows Im an Islay guy first. We reviewed an NAS. I absolutely like that better.

[@Beezee-ph9wv]

@ oof! That’s saying something! Thanks for the reply.

[@hicksy771]

I think a little research would go a long way guys before some of these reviews. Both on the whisky and the extra information, in this case the online awards. Your audience is not full of newbies. Dont care what brands you hate on but atleast have correct facts.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

I do wish Keith hadn't said Springbank when we discussed the awards. He could have said Linkwood, Laphroaig, Lagavulin, or 50 others and it wouldn't have changed the response. But he picked the one with an exception to the rule. And then I couldn't remember freaking Adelphi owned Ardanmurchan, that was just a brain fart. We'll try and do better

[@topshelfwhisky]

Dustin was incorrect about the awards process. But I don't disagree with having the facts.... but between you and me, regardless of what distilleries were not in contention, I still don't agree with this distillary as top tier. I believe that was Dustin's main point. I may be wrong.

[@hicksy771]

​@@topshelfdustin3060I think the OSWA's do a good job of getting the community involved in both selecting nominees and voting. I think the people like to get behind new distilleries doing things right (colour,filtration and abv) and at a good price. Are they the best? Probably not but they look after people like you and I and don't gauge us with price and quality.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

​@@hicksy771 I was just having fun with mike and Keith who was part of the first OSWA's in cause anyone's forgotten. I really didn't intend to get too serious about that one. Do I disagree with a distillery getting awards when they don't have core aged stated products even ready? 100%! Cheers Hicksy, I love the feedback and appreciate the discussion. We'll try and do better.

[@hicksy771]

​@@topshelfdustin3060no need to apologise for having an opinion mate. Enjoy watching your reviews keep them coming.

[@whiskeydoubles3719]

Good review guys! Ardnamurchan is very hit and miss for me. I’ve had some independent bottled Ardnamurchan that’s been terrible and others fantastic. I’ve yet to try a whiskey aged in champagne casks that I like. Had a 30+ year Bunnahabhain at 2019 Feis Ile that was aged in a Champagne cask and it was the worst whiskey of the festival. I ended up using it to cook scallops in😂.

[@topshelfwhisky]

A bad Bunna 30 , say it isn't so! I'm not a Champagne lover so that might be part of it, but then again, I don't drink wine or sherry. And they age whisky just fine.

[@topshelfwhisky]

Are we too critical of this one?

[@pepebruno1672]

@@topshelfwhisky people at WhiskyBase seem to like it. Average 86 on about 109 votes. I have not personally tried it. Siberian shipping is very expensive. Their other offerings are pretty good. So I’m sad to see this one not do as well with you guys. I love their ArdnAmerican bottles - a special USA release.

[@tiredoffools8929]

Yes, but you are all entitled to your opinions.

[@cookieMonsterSincho]

No you are not ! Keep destroying the narrative you scotch gods 😂!!! Those Killkeran ardnawhat that called whisky today

[@tiredoffools8929]

I think its largely because you guys were going into this feeling like Springbank got cheated out of an award and how could Ardnamurchan be better. Kind of subconsciously defending Springbank in a way. For context that wasn't a good way to go about this as it was unfair. Here's why... The OSWAs Award has a rule that if one award has been won three years in a row, they d automatically win a "TRIFECTA" award in that category, and will not be eligible for the main award to allow others deserving a chance to shine. So Ardnamurchan won Best Distillery of the Year because Springbank wasn't eligible. Next year however Springbank will be eligible again, so it won't be a surprise if it reclaims the title once more. Just need to keep perspective that Ardnamurchan is transparent and a company full of integrity. You can scan QR codes to get further details on the bottle in hand. Despite their popularity they do not price gauge or take advantage of their customers. Also their younger NAS spirits have wrecked the pants off of other established aged stated products on the market. The influence on this 10 year old was actually more bourbon than the PL Champagne. The annual release for the PL Champagne bottling is their most popular release and sells out fast and never reaches the shelves. If you want to judge the real champagne influence that is the bottle to seek. I think you will be shocked with that one. This 10 Year old only have the slight creamy mouth feel that went away too quickly in this one. It is heavy on the bourbon influence not the Champagne.

[@1derbread]

I think this one is a good whisky, but it didn't scream Ardnamurchan. It's more like a clynelish to me with waxy notes and fruit. I like it, but wish it was peated. Tasty whisky

[@rivenbeef]

Springbank was not eligible for the “best distillery” award at the OSWAs because it has won 3 times in a row. That still doesn’t make Ardnamurchan’s win any less ridiculous. Maybe someday, but not this early on. Also, the awards are voted on democratically so Ralfy has no power over who the winners are.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

Man, everyone is drilling that home. Springbank winning or not doesn't matter. These guys haven't even shown they can manage their casks well enough to produce quality aged spirits yet. But it's hard to get into nuances with 3 people and our intent was to just have fun with that, not get into a detailed analysis of the awards...which named a whisky not made in 2024 whisky of the year 2024...

[@topshelfwhisky]

it sounded suspicious. 🙃

[@rivenbeef]

⁠@@topshelfdustin3060everyone is mentioning Springbank because Keith asked how Ardnamurchan could be named best distillery over Springbank at the top of the video. It’s because Springbank wasn’t eligible. You guys can be a bit adversarial with your viewers. Maybe not the best way to build your small channel. Chill out, it’s just whisky.

[@topshelfdustin3060]

@@rivenbeef apologies if that came off adversarial. I was laughing about it :) I fully know why it came up. And was just agreeing with you on the rest.

[@naksxy]

Please continue calling out these, enough people have been duped by these "integrety malts" that have the specs but add nothing in terms of flavor or complexity, i had a regular ardna 46%, which was shite 😂 I compared it to classic laddie and the laddie was so complex and mature for $10 less 😅

[@topshelfwhisky]

I "want" to like the new distilleries. I'm a whisky lover, I want more quantity product. However, being a Bears/White Sox fan I have learned to not let my want blind me to the reality. lol

[@naksxy]

@@topshelfwhisky yeah, it comes with time and consistency, I feel its too early to call Ardna the "best" when half the people in this thread itself say its a hit or miss. 🤷‍♂ we are in the same boat regarding football, as I am 49er faithful 😥