Balvenie doublewood is the scotch that brought me into the world of fine whiskies. Definitely a classic.
@boethiansurfer48913 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video. My Dad’s Scot, and you have to understand Scotland is not an easy landscape. It’s stunningly beautiful but just as harsh and unforgiving. And single malts reflect that 100%. You can start with the Glen ( Glenfidich) and move to a Macallan 18 or so, but not until you get to the Laphroaig 10, which is a full blast of whale piss are you starting to appreciate all that is Scotland. Then you slide into the Laphroaig triple wood and the heavens open and the sun shines on your face and off the salt spray from the waves and you smile. Then you journey a little further down the isle and land on the Ardbeg and indulge in the Uigeadail and everything seems right with the world and the emerald green expanse in front of you reflects into the bottom of your soul and warms you to your toes. And upon the final journey down the isle you end up at Lagavulin and at first taste of the 16 you know there is a God. And when you pour a dram of the Distillers Edition you know you’ve seen the face of God and smiled. And all the glory of Scotland, it’s pride and history and traditions make sense and you can savor the traditional Burn’s Supper with many large drams of the Distiller’s perfection.
@mmanente4 жыл бұрын
Scotch is my first love and not only have I tried but own all the ones on the list. First let me say you’re 100% right about the Aberlour A’Bunadh (one of my favorite) and Bunnahabhain. If you ever get a chance to buy or try the Bunnahabhain 18 do it. It’s worth it. Second for a list of showing someone who normally doesn’t drink single malt what they have to offer you’re spot on. Only thing I might change is the Macallan or GlenDronach 12 and possibly add something from Campbeltown. As always amazing job and facts. Slainte 🥃
@beesac4 жыл бұрын
Lagavulin 16!! I started with bourbon, going up in proof with 1920, Stagg Jr., ECBP. I always wanted to try scotch, thought I would love sherry but when I tried Lagavulin 16 at a party it blew my mind. Been really into Peat since. (Lagavulin 16, Ardbeg 10, Port Charlotte)
@benjamincarter60954 жыл бұрын
Give Ardbeg Corryvreckan and Laphroaig Lore a try.
@travisloewen61914 жыл бұрын
Agree on both of those. Also almost any .3 of the Octomore range if you ever get a chance.
@benjamincarter60954 жыл бұрын
@@travisloewen6191 Amen!
@ezecommerce75214 жыл бұрын
I recently found Finlaggen for under £20 per bottle, it's an Islay Malt and I was shocked at the quality at this price point...
@skmcnulty114 жыл бұрын
@@ezecommerce7521 Lagavulin 16 changed my life. Try Compass Box Peat Monster and Compass Box #2
@johnramirez87774 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this I have spent most of 2020 as a bourbon junkie but am looking to explore. I will definitely come back to this video in 2021 as I begin to step out into Scotch.
@dalekelly73143 жыл бұрын
Great video. Been trying to find some scotches I would like (never really been a fan) so I took your advice and I got the Bunna 12 and I'm blow away by how good this stuff is. At like $50 this is going to put a major dent in my future bourbon purchases...Got the Quinta Ruban in my bar to try next!
@jasonmiller40804 жыл бұрын
I’ve been a single malt guy for years. But until the last 5 years or so just slowly fell in love with Bourbon. That being said, I will always keep a bottle of The Dalmore on the shelf & still reach for it quite frequently. Most of my bourbon friends also enjoy it as well. Im curious about the scotch being barreled in the used charred oak barrels. 2 best worlds collide!
@dwb734 жыл бұрын
Great list! I'm a Bourbon drinker and I agree with your picks except for the Ardbeg. Peated whiskys just doesn't get along well with my palate. I would add Glenlivet 18 yr old (Speyside), and Deanston 12 yr old ( Highland) for Bourbon drinkers to try.
@skmcnulty114 жыл бұрын
Epic video! I'm a Scotch lover who came to Bourbon second and now can't' get enough. It' all about the Islay Scotches and Lagavulin 16 was the scotch that changed my life. If you like peated scotch give Compass Box Peat Monster a try. Cheers!
@Ungart4044 жыл бұрын
Great job Jason! Couple of suggestions: Don Draper drank Canadian Club, not Scotch. I would also recommend GlenDronach 12 over Macallan 12. Macallan's cut and barrel quality has really fallen off.
@whiskeyrookie68344 жыл бұрын
All great suggestions! Laphroaig 10 was my gateway, but I also always recommend the Bunnahabhain 12. You can’t go wrong with it. Cheers!
@logic36863 жыл бұрын
Glenfiddich was my scotch gateway. Laphroaig was my peaty. Both still have a place on my shelf.
@wesrogers93122 жыл бұрын
I really hated Scotch growing up but it seems my tastes have changed as I've gotten older. I bought my 1st bottle of Scotch about a month ago. Some Aberfeldy Highland Single Malt that my brother in law convinced me to try. Really good stuff. Bought my second bottle about a week ago, some Aberlour and wow, that's some great stuff too, as you mentioned in this video! I recommend both to anyone who loves bourbon like me. You will be pleasantly surprised at how good those are.
@danboom1014 жыл бұрын
When transferring from bourbon to scotch, I had 2 different ones. My first taste of scotch was Laphroig, and it almost made me quit immediately. Then I had Macallan 12 sherry, and boy was I hooked. It's such a mellow yet delicious spirit. I'd recommend it for anyone looking to get into the scotch world for under 100 dollars.
@danboom1014 жыл бұрын
@No laphroig is one of the smokiest, medicinal tasting scotches out there. I can appreciate it now, but when just starting it was just far too much.
@jeremytegland66633 жыл бұрын
@@danboom101 laphroaig was my first scotch, had it neat. It was an experience. Told my wife I don't hate it, but not sure I'd buy it for myself. I've thought about it frequently, and craved it on those nights where I'm just not in the mood for sweet bourbons.
@l.d.humphreys25442 жыл бұрын
I’m new to bourbon. I’ve always been a scotch guy. Bought my first bottle of scotch when I was 21 and spoke against bourbon passionately up until about 6 weeks ago. I’m 27 now and can’t get enough of either. Glad I’ve diversified into bourbons now!
@shredward6664 жыл бұрын
Tried Ardbeg for the first time last weekend. It tasted like I was sitting next to a bonfire at the beach and somebody shaved their balls, threw the hair into the fire, then the smoke from the fire blew directly into my mouth.
@lukesvideogameletsplays44164 жыл бұрын
I had ardbeg and it didn't taste like that 🤣
@brianolehy52134 жыл бұрын
😆
@justadudeintheworldman.1204 жыл бұрын
Lmfao
@rb11793 жыл бұрын
Awesome ain't it?! I love Ardbeg but never would have made the analogy you did. Scotch is an acquired taste and I've acquired it. I say this while drinking Old Grand Dad 100 proof. Quite a difference to say the least.
@Danr073 жыл бұрын
Tastes like mud, iodine and bandaids to me.
@christopherellison56893 жыл бұрын
I'm a Bourbon drinker and have been thinking about taking the next step. Scotch will be that step. This video really helps!! Plus I have had my eye on the Arbeg 10 for about a year now.
@heleng45283 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the recommendations. I bought the Glenmorangie 14 and boy was I pleasantly surprised!
@uncorkededition37004 жыл бұрын
So many good scotches that makes difficult to choose, heavy scotch drinker here! What about bourbon options for the scotch drinker? Great video.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
I'm working on that one. Cheers! Thanks for watching 😊
@jalratke3 жыл бұрын
Woodford reserve double oak. Very much like Bunnahabain 12 but bourbon.
@wrs1654 жыл бұрын
Started my scotch journey with Johnnie Walker Red, then JW Black, and now I've gotten into single malts with the Balvenie DW 12. Been eyeing the Macallan 12 for my next buy. Honestly, I haven't really had a bad one yet. Loving it so far! Great video!
@karenpolansky90973 жыл бұрын
I recently found your channel, so I’m seeing this a year later. As a Canadian, I was introduced to single malt long before I was introduced to bourbon. Glenmorangie finished in port pipes was my first foray into this spirit. Started drinking bourbon almost by accident, and now love both! Thanks for giving me a better understanding of what I’m tasting with the two.
@ezecommerce75214 жыл бұрын
You featured my favourite daily, Glenmorangie 14 Quinta Ruban... I would highly recommend this as a cross over for Bourbon drinkers...
@marksaliba41944 жыл бұрын
You're already my favourite history teacher, now you're teaching geography too (ocean currents). Very impressive 👏. Great and diverse list. I would throw in Glenmo 10 and Deanston virgin oak. Cheers Jason 🥃
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Deanston virgin oak is a great add! Cheers.
@rurugby3 жыл бұрын
I just bought Deanston Virgin Oak and an absolutely outstanding value at $30.
@emmalab024 жыл бұрын
I actually started my whiskey journey with single malt Scotch, but was converted to Bourbon by a friend who happened to be a brand ambassador. After my conversion, it's rare that I drink Scotch now, but when I do I find that Talisker has a depth of flavor similar to a Bourbon for around$60 and that Macallan 18 is a great option when I want to go a bit upscale. Great video.
@mattsb994 жыл бұрын
I was burned out on bourbon from over-indulging when I was much younger so I came back to bourbon after years of scotch drinking. I still love scotch and have at least 25-30 different bottles but bourbon is now climbing back into the ranks. You made some great calls for introducing bourbon drinkers to scotch. Macallan, Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban and Balvenie are great gateways. Other expressions by Glenmorangie, particularly the Original and Lasanta are easy to get into as is Balvenie Caribbean cask. My particular favorite these days is Port Charlotte Islay Barley Heavily Peated. OMG! Bacon, smoke, ocean salt and a little oil on the pallet. It isn't for the faint of heart, but I've introduced to plenty of people who appreciate it after just a few sips. My absolute goto for years has been Oban. I have several bottles in reserve just to be sure I don't run out.A touch of peat but nothing like most Islays. The tariffs haven't helped its affordability, but it is worth every penny. Another great review! I am so happy I found your channel. Mash and Drum is my Goto whiskey channel. I'll have to search, but have you done a rum video yet? Keep it up!
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt! Appreciate you reaching out. I am a huge Bruichladdie fan and the Islay Barley, Port Charlotte's and Octomores have been some of my favorite expressions along with Bunnahbhain. Cheers and glad your enjoying the channel!
@daithi19664 жыл бұрын
That was a pretty good review of options. No arguments from me. Generally, I think of scotch as having two major profiles. On one end is scotch with with lots of sherry (Macallan 12yo and Aberlour A'Bunadh are both great examples) on the other end is scotch with a lot of peat flavor (Ardbeg 10yo, Laphroaig 10yo, and Lagavulin 16yo are great examples). In between these two extremes is scotch without much sherry or peat where the barley is the star (Glenmorangie, Glenfiddich, and Glenlivet are great examples). Then there is something with mid-levels of sherry flavor (Balvenie DoubleWood 12yo, Dalmore 12yo) and mid-level peat (Highland Park 12yo for a high-mid level, Dalwhinnie 15yo for a hint, and Springbank 10yo for just perfect).
@ShaneTheGeek4 жыл бұрын
David Ivey Thanks for the breakdown of the range. Since I like Glenfiddich and Rum in general I think my next pick will be the Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve seems to have a tasting profile that I would enjoy. Then after that Balvenie Doublewood 12 looks interesting as I like the sherry flavor profile. Super helpful David thanks for that!
@davel99563 жыл бұрын
Dude, thanks for this breakdown. Im new to Scotch and am hesitant because I dont enjoy peat.
@DonnerPassWhisky4 жыл бұрын
Great video topic Jason. Aberlour A'bunadh is the one took me from a Bourbon only drinker completely down the malt whisky rabbit hole. I followed up with Deanston 12 and there was no looking back. Just recently started opening up a Bourbon after not having any for quite some time. Have a small stash of cask strength Bourbon from before I switched. Cheers
@djbeacon19424 жыл бұрын
Jason, great lineup and Macallan is what got us started on our Scotch journey. And agree Bunny 12 is one of the best. Also love the Glendronach 12 and especially the 15. Glad so many are under $60. CHEERS!!
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks DJ!
@ShaneTheGeek4 жыл бұрын
Early on I was given a mini set of 12, 18 and 21 Glenfiddich and I remember absolutely loving the 21. It was full of flavor and so smooth. Granted I was very new to drinking as I had just turned 21 or 22. That got me curious about spirits and now I am trying out flaviar and have a bottle of Elijah Craig Small Batch (based on several recommends) and Knappauge Castle 12 (based on flaviar reviews) on the way. I really want to pick up the Glenfiddich 14 and when I find a bottle of Glenfiddich 21 I will pick that up as well :) Next quarter I will get the Smokey peaty sampler to try some northern scotches.
@TheWoodFiredOvenChef7 ай бұрын
Very informative, thank you
@jeffpurnell43594 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jason for helping us diversify! Why can’t I ever walk out of the liquor store with anything but BOURBON?? Now I have a list to work off of 😁 Cheers 🥃
@ADHDWhiskey4 жыл бұрын
Your videos keep getting better and better. Bravo, sir! Congrats on 10k! Also, I am a very strong tough man, and highly peated scotches are right in my wheelhouse.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt! Glad you like it! Worked on this one for a while. New camera tricks lol. You're just a big, tough peat head arent ya!?
@Ben_Demon_Hunter4 жыл бұрын
Need to go back & rewatch your Peat Blind, Matt
@jeff3putt4 жыл бұрын
Glenmorangie first, then Glenlivet, then Lagavulin 16... Now I drink everything....
@matthewhall87903 жыл бұрын
I've had the Glenmorangie, the Balvenie, the Bunnahabhain, and the Ardbeg and liked them all, but I put the Glenmorangie at the top of those. I think that bourbon drinkers would also like the Balvenie Sweet Toast of American Oak, it's excellent. I also love Edradour 10yo.
@SoCalDaveL4 жыл бұрын
Great picks. A few I've tried. A few are on my short list to try. LOVE the Ardbeg 10. The nose gets me. Salty, briny, smoky.... reminds me of a campfire near the ocean. Having grown up on Long Island, NY and spent a lot of time at the shore, this hits home for me.
@rurugby3 жыл бұрын
I love the ocean note even more with the Laphroaig 10.
@craigscates17664 жыл бұрын
At a recent food festival where the Glenmorangie team had a tasting lineup, I went up to the rep and said “I’m a bourbon drinker that doesn’t like scotch, change my mind!” He poured me a glass of the Quinta Ruban 14-yr and you know what...it was good!
@rurugby3 жыл бұрын
I've heard good things. And that it's very sweet.
@Richie.Z4 жыл бұрын
Spot-on list and descriptions of introductory essential Scotches, Jason! All are approachable and delicious. The only one I've yet to try and will soon is the Ardbeg Ten😊 Cheers brother!
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richie!!
@hombreleon4 жыл бұрын
Richie Z I’m sure you’ll love it. Give it some time in the bottle if it seems like a bit much at first. My bottle didn’t last long in my house. 🥃
@TexTheKid7242 жыл бұрын
Bunnahabhain 12 is my favorite scotch by far, and also the one that got me into scotches. You earned a subscriber with that review 🔥
@ScotchontheBayou4 жыл бұрын
Jason!!!! I am standing up in front of my computer doing a slow clap! FANTASTIC video and an excellent grouping of scotch whisky for your bourbonites to try! Great explanations, too! I might add Old Pulteney 12 for a typical Highland and Talisker 10 for a bit more brine. Seriously great job! I'm putting a link to this in the scotch thread on my bourbon society's discord channel. Slainte Y'all!
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Lee! I've been working on this video for a while. Means alot from you! Thanks for sharing!
@Bassandbikes2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm very happy I found your channel. I've had the GlenFiddich 14 and its wonderful. I'm heading out to get the GlenMorangie today! My friends and I are wanting to move to scotch as the bourbon game has gotten ridiculous. Sláinte.
@nchaas14 жыл бұрын
perfect timing. I was just beginning to investigate the best way to venture into the scotch world. Thanks for your interesting and informative presentations.
@kentlatimer37063 жыл бұрын
I love the Islay scotches, myself. The Laphroaig Triplewood is my go-to.
@michaeljohnson6201 Жыл бұрын
Just bought a bottle of the Bunnah 12 yesterday. My first scotch and def getting a little peat/smoke, but it is so different and has me coming back for more..
@mknewlan674 жыл бұрын
MaCallan 12, Glenfiddach, are 2 of my favorites. First scotch I tried was Monkey Shoulder. I always keep a bottle of it on the bar, for a entry level scotch it is delicious.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Nice man! Monkey Shoulder is a good gateway as well!
@johnk70933 жыл бұрын
My first scotches were your first 2... BUT my Glenmorangie was a 10, didn't try MacAllan till a couple months ago.... great vid. Solid picks.....
@michaellambright79684 жыл бұрын
Great video. To say some distillers chill filter and add coloring is a major understatement.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
true story!
@dlfendel28444 жыл бұрын
I have made Bunnehabhian "My" Scotch because it is so wonderfully buttery and long-finish delicious. Most who see "Islay" and think "Oh, its one of those that taste like a doctor's ashtray" have to get past that and try it and they, too, will be converts. It is quite simply heaven. BTW, while the "ordinary" Glenmorangie is just okay, I find their wood-finished variants a lot of fun for special occasions.
@sdxn81174 жыл бұрын
Like 100+ proof whiskeys, so now and then switch for a more complex flavor. Slowly finished a bottle of Ardbeg. So special! Good reviews Thanks. I think an Aberlour may be next?
@robertgiacopetti46954 жыл бұрын
Adding the Tomatin 12 year bourbon and sherry casks to your list. Originally visited the distillery while on vacation in Scotland. Found it in Portland OR for less than $40. Enjoy.
@Thrash440414 жыл бұрын
A lot of great information. I cant agree more with the Ardbeg suggestion. Fantastic choice!!!
@TheodoreTooth4 жыл бұрын
Love seeing all the Smoke Wagon on the shelf
@topshelfwhisky4 жыл бұрын
Great review, Jason. I learned a few things watching this. The Balvenie 12 DW is a great suggestion for a bourbon lovers looking to try a single malt. Cheers man.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! Glad you liked it!
@ernestclayton85503 жыл бұрын
Really enjoying this video! I totally agree with Glenfiddich 14 and Macallan 12 double oak! But the most bourbony scotch I've ever had was Glen Grant 15! 15yrs in exbourbon barrels! Cheers
@sggjose3 жыл бұрын
Damn, Jason... That's a lot of heavy hitters here. Great list. That A'Bunadh is really special.
@T_Man-mm9sz4 ай бұрын
For my first bottle of Scotch, I bought the Ardbeg Wee Beastie a few days ago and I’m loving it. Note that I also happen to have a Workhorse Pits 1975t offset smoker. The Wee Beastie offers up a different kind of smoke, but it’s still excellent and I’ve found that it pairs really well with my pulled pork. Just skip the bbq sauce.
@SippersSocialClub4 жыл бұрын
Love the list! You make very valid points. I think a lot of first time whisky drinkers (bourbon, scotch, or otherwise) will try something off the bottom shelf and base their entire opinion of whisky on that experience. You really need to move up one price level to get to know what the spirit has to offer. Scotch has so many diverse flavour profiles it can create pure magic in a glass. Definitely the most complex, educational, and enjoyable forms of whisky in my opinion.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thats why I wanted to make this video..I thought with so much diverse flavors in scotch, theres a lot for new scotch drinker or bourbon drinker to try. These are the scotches that really got me built up into really loving scotch. Cheers!
@wildlifewhiskey36363 жыл бұрын
Had tried a few scotches before (Glenlivet, glenfiddich 12 &Monkey shoulder) and didn't care for any of them. drinkable but meh.. So last week I bought Ardbeg 10 and actually really enjoyed it. Definitely get that meaty bacon on the nose. So I came back to this video to see what all you'd recommend for bourbon drinkers and looks like I got a few things to try and pick up.
@jonathangrauer3050 Жыл бұрын
Like your picks, would add Glendronach 12, Craigellachie 13, Bruichladdich Classic Laddie, Port Charlotte 10, Arran 10, and Highland Park 12
@wiscowhiskeyreview4 жыл бұрын
Had to watch this one again as I'm starting to wind down bourbon month- I plan on getting back into Scotch. Got the Bunnahabhain 12 already on a recommendation from a stranger in the whiskey aisle (yes, really). Have yet to crack it, but I'm relieved to know it was a good choice after all! Cheers, man.
@WhiskeyCrusaders4 жыл бұрын
Great video and yes converting people to scotch these help a lot. I also like to use Glen Rothes Bourbon Barrel Reserve, Cardu 12, and Singleton 12 as a great intro to scotch for Bourbon drinkers as well. Great examples picture of all the barrel sizes as well. Cheers.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt! Means alot coming from you. Thanks for the add ins. Need to try those as well.
@BruceLinderDPT4 жыл бұрын
A few years back I started buying Glenrothes Scotch at my local liquor store until they ran out and for whatever reason they stopped. I asked about it and then forgot about it. I might have to ask again.
@WhiskeyCrusaders4 жыл бұрын
@@BruceLinderDPT good idea
@BruceLinderDPT4 жыл бұрын
I consider myself first and foremost a scotch drinker, who also enjoys bourbon. My favorite scotches are Balvenie and Glenmorangie, but I have often enjoyed the Mac 12 and I've had the Glenfiddich 14 a few times. All are excellent. So, now you have me interested in the Bunnhabhain and I might even give the Ardbeg a try. I don't enjoy a heavily peated scotch, but I am finding I have a taste for a light to medium peated scotch. I recommend giving Shackleton's Blended Scotch a try. It's an adventure in a bottle. For a very inexpensive single malt scotch, the Tomatin 12 (at under $40) is a bargain. Another very good, yet inexpensive single malt (or it used to be inexpensive, I haven't seen it in awhile) Craigellachie 13. Thanks for the advice. I'm looking forward to my next shopping trip. FWIW, my favorite bourbons are Buffalo Trace / Eagle Rare, and Jeffersons Small Batch. I've yet to have a glass of the legendary Pappy VanWinkle. It's a bucket list type thing I may never get checked off. The chance of ever finding a unicorn or a leprechaun is pretty small. I have, however, had JWalker Blue several times, and while $200+ for a bottle of blended scotch is plain silly, see if you can get someone to buy you a bottle. It is excellent.
@stuffforwork3 жыл бұрын
I use Spice Tree, A'bunadh, and Quinta Ruban to introduce my bourbon friends to scotch, so I agree with your list wholeheartedly.
@petewardrope65244 жыл бұрын
Great picks. That aberlour was the first scotch I could get into, and my grandfather was born in Scotland - I was the black sheep for so long! Another very approachable scotch is Glendronach 12...give it a try.
@chriss17572 жыл бұрын
Subbed. Great video. Long time bourbon drinker, relatively new to scotch. Looking forward to exploring new flavors.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Well as you know I can use all the help in can get regarding the Scotch world, this was a really nice video and one I'll have to explore a bit more. Cheers buddy!
@waydegardner73733 жыл бұрын
This is so spot on. As a scotch drinker venturing into bourbon you hit the best of the best scotches. I’m not an Islay fan per se as with an Ardbeg 10, Bunnahabhain 12 is my goto. While I’ve enjoyed your other selections as well the B12 is the best of all worlds without the peat bomb. Another great M&D lesson. 👍
@stevetech51504 жыл бұрын
oh yeah... you have some some great picks in there! I just bought my first bottle of Balvenie Double Oak a few days ago before I watched this video. Excellent! On my bar at this time; Talisker, Monkey Shoulder, Balvenie Double Oak. - my next purchase, Bunnahabhain for sure. My Fav's so far: 1. GlenLivet 12 2. Ardbeg 10 3. The Dalmore 4. Macallan 12 5. Laphroaig 10 Runner up. Monkey Shoulder - a poor man's Dalmore
@calebsteingruber69062 жыл бұрын
I got into bourbon and scotch at the same exact time...and Bunna 12 was my very first scotch, still one of my favorites (from this list Ardbeg and the Abunadh are also fantastic). Personally I always recommend to bourbon drinkers who want to get into scotch to try Glen Garioch 12yr (especially if they enjoy rye or high rye bourbon like WT 101 or Rarebreed). This is a great dessert malt with some heat and spice. Always reminds me of a proper Austrian apple strudel with raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanille rum sauce, a touch of hot pepper and some barn hayloft funk. The Glen Garioch 15yr Sherry Cask Strength is amazing...but more demanding. As someone who got into both on the same day, I've yet to find a better rye/bourbon to scotch bridge. Cheers!
@ThisIsNotACigar4 жыл бұрын
Nice list, especially the Bunna 12 is real gold. I must say, that (being a scotch drinker) I don't know half of the presented whiskies, although i'm familiar with the brands. It's quite ironic, that - as a european - you have to go to the US to taste a decent presentation of many of the major brand scotches. You get them at 43% abv, you lucky bastards, while we have to settle for 40%. For example Glenmorangie and Balvenie do nothing for me, but then I'm fully aware that we're not sipping the same juice. Also one word on peat and beginners: If you are introducing someone to scotch, make sure that you let them taste one heavily peated expression. Peat is just another flavor, after all and many beginners fall in love with it instantly. Often, those have to work their way to more subtle whiskies over time. So you can totally put people off whiskies, by letting them try only "accessible" stuff, when they would have needed a good dose of peat to become converts. That's why I really applaud you for adding the Ardbeg 10 to your list! Slàinte mhath!
@BruceLinderDPT4 жыл бұрын
On the other hand, Laphroaig sent me running away from heavily peated scotch as far and fast as I could. It took me awhile to reverse course and slowly tack my way back.
@ThisIsNotACigar4 жыл бұрын
That's why I prefer to pour Caol Ila 12 to introduce smoke to a newbie. Although to me Laphroaig was love at first sip. :)
@timgargis75654 жыл бұрын
Great presentation! Loved the short history along with the suggestions. I am definitely Scotch-curious and have listed Spice Tree along with Bunnahabhain as ones to try. Cheers!
@adriancano39912 жыл бұрын
Awesome list my favorite is Johnny Walker 18 years and Dalmore King Alexander 25 year is King of Scotch IMO
@arylpatirobisonstravels15493 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great and detailed video. Really enjoyed this.Cheers!
@rememberthefallen1970 Жыл бұрын
Balvenie Caribbean cask is my go to. Has strong banana influence. It's tropical. Delicious taste
@nickp5511 Жыл бұрын
Nice info, I like the Aberlour and Balvenie!
@nealfager8126 Жыл бұрын
Christopher Hitchens talking about Johnnie Walker Black Label on KZbin videos got me to try it, Red and Double Black and I fell in love with Scotch and with Whiskey much more in general.
@christopherharris34352 жыл бұрын
Great video, focused on expanding my selection and exploring more scotches this year. Prices are always a little tough but easier for me to justify knowing the bottles will be around thatuch longer for me as they're not usually daily's for me. I have always loved Balvenie 12 doublewood, and Ardbeg, but gotta try the Bunnahabhain now!
@CoryMayleSonofKrypton0013 жыл бұрын
Bourbon is my favorite but I may go pick up a bottle of that Quinta Ruban 14. Great video.
@gregcooper27193 жыл бұрын
As a Brit who loves whisky and bourbon I found this interesting... For bourbon drinkers I’d recommend the Glengoynes (15, 18 and 21 especially) and anything by Glenfarclas. I’d also recommend checking out Murray McDavid as an independent bottler, they make some cracking stuff, really know their stuff! For anyone in the US the BEST investment you could make is (once the Covid nonsense is over) is get a flight here and attend a festival. They happen in most major cities, I live near Birmingham and we have 2 great ones, one in March and one in September. You can try so much new stuff and learn from the distilleries/distributors more about the product.
@jaybowling4 жыл бұрын
I tend to like smoky/peaty scotches best. Lagavulin and Talisker are my personal favorites. Thanks for a great episode. Slainte!
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@TachiTekmo4 жыл бұрын
On a good day: Balvenie On a rainy day: Talisker On a sunny day: Macallan On an bad day: Laphroaig Any other day: Lagavulin
@singlemaltwhiskyenthusiast92484 жыл бұрын
On a good Live .....every fucking Day -> *Single Malt Scotch Whisky*
@ambissing4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree on Talisker on a rainy
@je92124 жыл бұрын
Jw green label is pretty good
@tylerdurden-sv6cf3 жыл бұрын
Single Malt Whisky Enthusiast yeah....I was there. Then I tried good bourbon
@rb11793 жыл бұрын
@@singlemaltwhiskyenthusiast9248 Try a blend! Those are also underappreciated. I know, I know, single malts rock. I love them too. But broaden your horizons.
@juanq8124 жыл бұрын
Good choice with the Abunadh. Batch 64 is a good one.🤙
@cjmixer994 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the list! I haven’t gotten into Scotch yet, as I’m still hunting down plenty of coveted Bourbons. I was recently offered a Yamazaki 12 for retail, but not familiar with it. Recommend that pickup? I’ve only tried Nikka Whiskey “from the Barrel” and love that one. Thanks again for the great video! 🥃
@JS-gk9et4 жыл бұрын
Christian Prieto Yamazaki 12 is the most Japanese Japanese whisky I’ve tried. Really good. It’s just not the intense flavor I’ve grown to love in Bourbon, Rye, and a few Scotches. It’s extremely well crafted, balanced, and the tasting experience is great. If you can get a try or a bottle, don’t hesitate (unless the price is stupid).
@gman59864 жыл бұрын
Great video Jason. I never expected you to do a video like this and very good choices and well done. Like the music background as well......Cheers!
@bourbonsanta4 жыл бұрын
Aberlour A'Bunadh is one of my favorites. The first time I tried it I thought it was a finished bourbon.
@o-o-8-a-N Жыл бұрын
Interesting list.. can't wait to get a bottle of Compass box Spice tree 😋🥃
@angelaspielbusch1237 Жыл бұрын
Great review! Appreciated your response!
@kendhoward5514 жыл бұрын
Happy am I, as I have a few of these featured labels on my shelf. Thanks for the share, and for the tips.
@agrainofmalt4 жыл бұрын
Excellent selection of 'entry' level but total quality Scotches! Bunnahabhain 12 is one of my faves.
@weimarutube3 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Your knowledge shines. I’m new to whiskey. It would be nice to know the best lower cost scotch to purchase. What would be the top 5 or 10?
@BrianKirby_The1andOnly4 жыл бұрын
SPOT ON with The Spice Tree. Just found two dusty old bottles of the "banned" first coming about a month ago and immediately bought them both ($60 a pop)! Out of this WORLD 🤯
@Jagermeizer Жыл бұрын
I found highland park to be a pretty good single malt that I enjoy. And I am mainly a bourbon drinker. Their cask strength release number 3 is great.
@fucious704 жыл бұрын
Love this episode. I started diving into scotch within the last few months. I was an Islay fan before but didn’t dabble in scotch beyond because the stuff it tried wasn’t amazing. The one that really pulled me in was Deanston 10 yr px finish. Now I’m into Glendronach 15/18, arberlour a’bunahd, glenfarcas 105, springbank 12 CS.
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Nice!! I went down the same rabbit hole. lol. Cheers buddy!
@fucious704 жыл бұрын
The Mash and Drum which batch of arberlour did you try?
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
@@fucious70 this was 64 I believe.
@fucious704 жыл бұрын
The Mash and Drum perfect. That’s the one I’m been eyeballing. 65 is not as good from the reviews.
@vegasart14 жыл бұрын
Nice list Jason! It has taken me awhile to warm up to scotch. The one that made the most positive impact was the Aberlour. Maybe because of the proof. Bourbon drinkers are used to some higher proof and that may have helped. Anyway, thanks for all the great work you do!
@TheMashandDrum4 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy. The proof point on the Aberlour is why I added it. Cask strength scotch is something alot of bourbon drinkers dont think exist. Cheers!
@albertdale51013 жыл бұрын
Excellent view...good history and information!
@oldedominion87822 жыл бұрын
It was the Macallen that opened the door for me, and it's Laphraig and Ardbeg that threatens to shut it again, lol. Fortunately, I've discovered most of the ones you talk about here, as well as Auchenteshan Three Wood.
@paradiswest43953 жыл бұрын
I am new to whisky and a new subscriber to your channel. My first taste of Scotch was the Dalmore12 at a 40th birthday party. Fell in love with it . Question - do you ever do whisky/ cigar pairings?
@TheMashandDrum3 жыл бұрын
Yes. Check out my Joseph Magnus cigar blend video. Cheers and thanks for subbing.
@bryanb.40763 жыл бұрын
my wife isn't a whiskey or whisky drinker at all. Yet even she absolutely can't get enough of Balvinie Caribbean cask. She happens to love rum so there you go. But it is good stuff
@thomashood37482 жыл бұрын
You do such a great job. Thank you!
@xdaxkiller5784 жыл бұрын
I love my high proof Bourbons, like the barrel proof Elijah Craig and Booker being among my favorites but when I dipped my toes in to Scotch, I loved the Lagavulan 16 but I also loved the lighter easier drinking Scotches and especially Japanese Whiskeys like Hibiki! Also I highly recommend to any 1 reading this the Dewar's Double Double (I know its not single malt its blend lol) 21 years, 27 years and 32 year (all finished in different barrels) its amazing, tasty, fruity and on the lighter side.
@kirbyculp34494 жыл бұрын
Hibiki reminds me of the EW Single Barrel.
@scottwilliams53884 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jason, for some good choices. I have had the Macallan 12 and another that was recommended was the Dalmore 12. The Dalmore 12 really let's you know that it's there. It's not a smooth let me think about nothing while I sip this drink. It let's you know that you're alive while it wakes up all your taste buds and says its time to party!! So try it if you havent yet.