Cairngorms and Highlands Road Trip Route

Рет қаралды 16,732

Күн бұрын

Пікірлер: 170

@trebizond222 3 ай бұрын

For drinking whisky first hold it at waist height and sniff the aroma; the do the same at chest height and at your nose swilling it at the same time. Then take the tiniest sip and swill it in your mouth before swallowing. Different whiskies will touch different parts of the palate eg front of mouth, back of mouth, tongue etc. The initial and after taste will be different. A drop of water is optional and can release the flavour. Start with lowland, then Speyside, then island whiskies. Maybe go to a tasting experience somewhere like the Whisky experience in Edinburgh or at at Duchally Hotel in Perthshire. We enjoy your videos. Graham and Garry

@andrewyoung5126 3 ай бұрын

My favourite whisky is The Balvennie 14. It’s not too harsh or peaty. I’m more of a rum drinker than whisky and this one has a rum finish to it as they use rum barrels.

@NiallWhyte 3 ай бұрын

1:35 Lots of whisky drinkers would recommend searching out a smooth whisky for "beginners", Highland Park is just that.

@colinhector6571 3 ай бұрын

Chris whisky is an acquired taste but if you like Bailey's put a shot of whisky into the Bailey's with lots of ice AKA Norfolk Nog .

@MegMarron 3 ай бұрын

Whisky...definitely Macallan. Our go to when we were in difficult situations sailing our yacht. Soothing and warming...smooth not harsh.

@user-od3vb2ve7j 3 ай бұрын

If your still in the area go to Glenfiddich Distillery. You still might be able to stay there overnight and go to the lounge to try the whiskey

@roddyk05 3 ай бұрын

@@user-od3vb2ve7j Whisky

@ellon118 3 ай бұрын

Just ice for me, I like Lagavulin 16 Year Old, or Glenfiddoch 18 year old is nice too. North East is my back garden! You should both come back for the Braemar Highland Games, first Saturday in September each year. It's a great day out, but it's very busy. King Charles usually rocks up. Ballater cart park behind the church is a nice park up too, toilets and a wee walk to the pub. Crathes castle is worth a look, you can park up in a little car park other side of the main road. Nice and quiet. Then you have the coastal villages. Stonehaven, park up next to the outdoor pool, good fish and chips, nice pub at the harbour. Cruden Bay, park at the harbour, great beach for the dogs. Bar super at the Killy Arms. Then up to Pennan/Crovie/Gardenstown. Picturesque. Portsoy old harbour. Cullen ice cream. Up to Findhorn, community campervan park, great place too. The list goes on and on....... .Keep the videos coming. All the best

@stuartpenn933 3 ай бұрын

Firstly mate , you need the right glass for the dram it can be either drunk with a little water or a single rock of ice as it will produce different flavours of personly, prefer the ice but each to there own , but most importantly is getting the glass right , ie a glencairn glass is a good one , then decide if your blended or a malt , most bended will taste really peaty as can some single malts, glenmorangie signet is a nice flavour chocolate infused or their lasanta, is nice too just a couple to recommend as i like most whiskys 😂 it may take you a while to find the one you like but those too are a good start point

@wyrmie84 3 ай бұрын

Laphroig is my favourite - its smokey and peaty its to my taste but some prefer the lighter glenmorangie.... there are so many whiskeys and tastes if you dont like the one your drinking, try another.... you'll find the one you love!!

@ninj4kr4sh 3 ай бұрын

Whisky, take a little water or allow an ice cube to melt in it. It'll take the heat out and let you enjoy the flavours much better.

@anthony5351 3 ай бұрын

I taught myself to like whiskey. Now it’s my absolute favourite but when I started it all tasted the same and just burnt. I used water quite generously at first then slowly had less water until now I can enjoy it neat, or with a single cube of ice. Favourite is Bunnhabain but I often buy any speyside which is on sale. Steer clear of peated whiskey until you’re a pro 💪🏼👊🏼 don’t give up.

@sprinklerprot 3 ай бұрын

Hi Chris loving the videos, Scotland and the Hebrides is our favourite and your books have been a great help. Just seen that you used a quilt to lessen all the noise from the back of the van when Travelling. My wife and I mentioned this to you at the NEC as you pointed out. What we were saying was to drop a quilt or like us one of those Polar style throws tucked at the edge of the bed and dropped down behind the back of your cab seats. Just tuck it in between the frame and mattress this helps block the noise out quite a bit, also great for keeping the heat in the cab in winter and cool when you need the air con on in Summer.

@fatbikemontage2931 3 ай бұрын

I find many of the single malts, they benefit from a dash of cold still water. Amazingly changes the taste.

@lynnmorris4361 3 ай бұрын

If you have a blue badge, which I do, just drive up to the entrance gate. Only campervan or cars though. The staff at the gate will tell you where you can park inside the grounds near the back of the mews. I like Highland Park whisky, but then I'm biased because I live within a mile of where it's made, otherwise I enjoy Talisker from Skye.

@sheumais63 3 ай бұрын

Re malts, Kilchoman, from Islay, is one of my current favourites and Scapa, from Orkney, goes down smoothly too. Generally, Speyside malts are fairly easy going, so Glenlivet and Macallan wouldn't make you cough. It's not sacrilege to add water to your whisky.

@MrBusby 3 ай бұрын

Definitely a glass. A little water and a good 10+ year single malt. It Can be an acquired taste. Worth persevering. Maybe you should do a whisky meet-up!

@gazwolves9489 3 ай бұрын

Mate I’m a joiner and built my van 4 years ago never ad a prob we go europe twice a year so as a gd work out i feel your pain can see you goin back to a van enjoying ya videos well done guys

@Scottducasse 3 ай бұрын

The rubber jonnie things stay in the oven, they’re made out of the same stuff as them heat resistant oven mit things, ours have been in for 2 years and I’ve just took them out to exchange the van and they’re still brand new. Proper jell of your trip man 😢 it’s one of our favourite routes

@mariabailey-woods6191 3 ай бұрын

@@Scottducasse where do you buy these? Thanks

@Fran-f2c8s 3 ай бұрын

I agree with others here...use a glass and add a little water to your whiskey. Try Irish whiskey, Jameson's or Teelings.

@Chris_Carini 3 ай бұрын

My advice is to avoid any whisky branded by tourist attraction. There are so many good ones that you will need to invest a lot of time trying them all. 😀 My favourites are Islay based such as Laphroaig and Lagavulin. Smooth and peaty. Enjoy!

@HermionefromAustralia001 3 ай бұрын

OHwow! Balmoral castle!! You lucky things getting to see that. The closest we saw was the gate! Thank you for sharing. 😊

@alk5270 3 ай бұрын

Try Jura journey 10 single malt very smooth you’ve got the patience of a saint with. The problems on your van good luck and safe journey

@duncanferguson8701 3 ай бұрын

Macallan ten year old ! Nice crystal glass wee drop water sip it ,enjoy.Remember if at first you don't succeed try try again!!

@WanderingWilkinsG0OUT 3 ай бұрын

I believe a few drops of water takes the burn off whiskey. Don’t tend to bother myself. Love Lagavulin and Laphroig, but appreciate single malt isn’t for everyone. Only recently come across your videos. Sorry you’re having issues with your new motorhome. We’re upgrading from our campervan to a motorhome, which we’re picking up on 3rd January, (super excited!) so it’s good to see how you guys are navigating motorhome ownership! 👍🏼

@bring40back 3 ай бұрын

Use a glass to drink whisky try a drop of water in it , will taste better in a glass hope this helps👍🏻🥃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 love your videos 👍🏻👍🏻

@geebutteree4755 2 ай бұрын

Loch Lomond whiskey, absolute honey in a glass 💙👌🏻 don’t drink it in a yeti cup!!!! a nice whisky glass with ice pour whisky over Ice, with a drop of cold water 👌🏻

@MrLeeArmo 3 ай бұрын

Iv only just started drinking Whiskey myself, i started on proper twelve which isnt expensive and easy to drink, iv tried Talisker Skye and its minging just taste like smoke, the tried Jura, which is really nice, especially with an ice cube in to ease it

@stereno23 3 ай бұрын

Not sure if anyone has mentioned. But every now and then when your driving your sound drops out when your talking. Loving seeing you back out on the road. Your on your own with whiskey lol

@VINCEY3 3 ай бұрын

I see Glenfiddich and McCallan being mentioned. Both are excellent, favourites. Enjoy!

@ewanoffshore 3 ай бұрын

Re whisky - everyone’s taste buds are different. How do you like your coffee? Do you like it sweet? Or Black? Or milky? Based on your answer I would then recommend a whisky to try. The island whisky’s tend to be quite peaty or smoky tasting and can be hard going. I would recommend a smooth Spey side single malt maybe, like a Balvennie or a Dalmore (highland)

@marks002004 9 сағат бұрын

Try the whisky with Ginger ale and ice, you won't look back

@The-Good-Life-Off-Grid Ай бұрын

I quite like that Oban whiskey . Try it in a glass, no in a mug, especially a metal mug. It’s so much different .get one every year when I lived there, but I’ve not seen any, but about to be honest and then everybody’s tastebuds are quite different. Aren’t they some and take it others can’t Wait to get my Feet back to Scotland. I wish I never moved out now 😢😊

@feled01 2 ай бұрын

Getting used to drinking whisky is like getting used to smoking. The buzz is nice, but you have to persevere for a while before you get used to it, and then become dependant on it 😂

@martinbyrne5626 3 ай бұрын

Well yes I’m jealous of your Mamiya. Gorgeous shots.

@RufflyAdventuring 3 ай бұрын

We’ve been watching as thinking about changing the camper for moho but you’ve defo put us off 😂😂 we love balmoral we went up to the pyramid the last time and can’t help with whisky baileys is my limit but going to try the arran gold cheers 👍

@AlisonLombard-lk2lf 3 ай бұрын

Hi Chris, my hubby says 15th at old Glenmorangie is gorgeous and smooth. We went around the Glenmorangie distillery by Tain, so give that a try. Happy holidays. 🤗

@fliesbychris 3 ай бұрын

Decent whisky- Bad na h-achlaise Tuscan oak cask Can't go wrong there Chris Nice mild flavour , put a wee tiny bit of water in it, it helps bring out the flavour and it's not as in your face strong tasting.

@peterlee44 3 ай бұрын

Glenfiddich used to be tipple many years ago Chris just like nectar Great video with the banter 😁

@two4wheels 3 ай бұрын

Hi Chris, I've been following your new adventures in the MH. I, like you, hate rattles, squeaks, etc and do love a bit of foam tape, gorilla tape, double sided tape and insulation tape. What you could do for panels you do need access to, is to use velcro tape for some things like access to your bed motor, it does work well. Point 2, I love whiskey and as the saying goes, there is a whiskey for everyone. A nice every day one is Jura 10yo or Jura Journey as someone else has suggested. I can also recommend Bunnahabhain and singleton. Maybe buy a book on whiskey as you can focus on getting whiskeys containing flavours you like. You will find something 👍

@mickcrossland9482 2 ай бұрын

Not strictly whiskey, more of a whiskey liqueur but try Jack Daniels Tennessee Fire. Sweet and cinnamony, very moreish Chris ! 🥃

@JanJarvis 3 ай бұрын

Whisky: very subjective which is good! However, I drink it regularly now, but I hadn't drunk any till I was 30, then I was introduced to a lovely single malt and was hooked. I recommend trying an easy drinking whisky like an Ardbeg or Macalan. Add a splash of water, perhaps 50% of the whisky. Pick a cold night while sitting next to a roaring fire ideally, or next to your van heater...

@fatbikemontage2931 3 ай бұрын

Try GlenLivet French Oak. This has a slightly sweet taste. Also you can park overnight for £12 (£12 for 24 hrs I think) at the GlenLivet Mountain Bike Centre. It is near to Tomintoul. There are 24 hr toilets and drinking water, so great for your off grid setup. As for the best Whisky I’ve drank. Edradour 10 year old, or GlenFarclas 105. But the GlenLivet French oak is pretty good too.

@Willowitz 3 ай бұрын

Berties Bar in The Fife Arms Braemar has over 400 bottles of whisky and very knowledgeable staff who I'm sure could find a whisky you'd enjoy!

@pipmcscot7078 3 ай бұрын

We were recommended to go there by the staff at Royal Lochnagar for the experience and the malts, campsite nearby. Would endorse this recommendation Chris

@jeffabbott463 3 ай бұрын

Loving the videos! Regarding whisky, I prefer the smoother less harsh variety so usually go with something like an Aberlour Casg Annamh Speyside Single Malt, or just the single malt Aberlour 12yr old double cask matured. A Macallan 12yr old double cask is lovely too. Maybe try a sherry cask whisky to take the edge off. I’m not a fan of the ‘peaty’ variety which can sometimes taste like TCP!

@DoctorFish10 3 ай бұрын

For the whisky - I would start lowland (Glenkinchie / Bladnoch) then work up to low highlands (Aberfeldy / Glenturret) into Speysides, then more into the highland then peaty stuff. Me, I'm either lowlands or Speysides.

@garypacitti 3 ай бұрын

Glad your enjoying Deeside , our weekend getaway only 1 hour away. it’s beautiful in Autumn. I was like you regarding whisky till recently. Then was shown, take a small sip and hold it in your mouth , don’t knock it back like a cowboy. Also use a glass and take it real slow. Was a revelation - slange.

@nickcoen 3 ай бұрын

A lovely single malt I recommend is Bowmore, have with a dash of water

@bigaldo8187 3 ай бұрын

There's a bit of snobbery around whisky, but there are many different flavours too. Some you may like and some you may not. A dash of water will take the edge off but still let you taste the underlying character. Drinking it neat is jumping in at the deep end...

@lys823 3 ай бұрын

Cheapest rooms in the Fife Arms in Braemar are £565 a night and the dearest are £2800 a night. Like you said a lot of wealth there.

@BatteryMan-c6v 3 ай бұрын

I hate whisky! Like you I tried to like it, went to a distillery to try different types, still couldn't find one I like. I blame my Dad for telling me to take a big gulp of his whisky when I was about 10 years old, obviously it's put me off for life! I now drink home made toffee vodka, with decent vodka it's a lot smoother, lovely drink!! Great videos by the way, keep em coming! Cheers

@Dougsterxplor 3 ай бұрын

Auchentoshan (it means corner of the field). I'm also biased as live next to the distillery which is near the Erskine Bridge.

@dorismosley2107 3 ай бұрын

Make a long drink with the whiskey, add a measure in a tall tumbler and fill with water and as you get used to the taste you can reduce the amount of water to suite your taste buds, I’m a Baileys lover and have never been able to drink whisky but I ride it as a tall drink recently and it was drinkable ish 😂 good luck don’t give up 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@davidshepherd6104 3 ай бұрын

Try adding a dash or water to the whisky or even a splash of lemonade/sprite. I was born and raised in Speyside. The most popular malt was The Macallan and the most popular blend was The Famous Grouse.

@Two-Vees-In-a-Van Ай бұрын

Haha, you remind me of me, when I wanted to "enjoy" whisky all them years back 🤣. As the years progress you will end up enjoying the taste but always mix with some water (or ice) as it will bring out the flavour and cut down the harshness making it more mellow taste. Effectively you are drinking a concentrate that needs diluting before use so it's going to be far too strong taken neat lol. The amount of water varies depending on taste. Some dedicated whisky drinkers say a few droplets is enough to bring out the flavour. Personally we both like a half measure of water to one measure of whisky, we've tried all types, the peaty ones are like drinking with your face in a BBQ! not for us, some of the super strong looks good on paper but are just too strong, these days we rather like one of the cheaper brands, Grouse Whisky, mixed with some water, makes a nice evening tipple to sip and enjoy.

@lawrencecrowe1214 3 ай бұрын

For whisky, slightly warm your glass first. Tip a small amount of whisky in the glass and swirl it around. This warms the aromatics, which you will notice on the first taste. Take a small nip and move it around the mouth. Coat all of your tongue and then spit it out. Take the glass outside and empty it down the drain. That's the best way to enjoy whisky. Then go buy a decent bottle if brandy and enjoy.😮

@user-Tortured-soul 3 ай бұрын

Stick with a nice glass of wine or a cold beer. If you want to try Whisky go for a nice Malt. Try the whisky tours where you get to taste before you buy. Always drink it with plenty ice in a small wide rim glass.

@darktelf 3 ай бұрын

Not a whisky snob but I do love a Glenfiddich 15 or 18. Like a lot whisky’s (generalising here) they get smoother the older they get (not all the time). Like some of the comments above a drop of water can also temper the ‘burn’ if it’s to harsh

@andrewmoorey6103 3 ай бұрын

I find Scotch whisky too harsh. Prefer Irish. The Jamesons caskmates give some incredible finishes. As for screws pulling out of the "wood" push a matchstick into the hole, snap off flush and put the screw back in.

@dcurleyifa 3 ай бұрын

Chris loving the vids, re 2 stop over exposure on film, just tell the processor and they will adjust the processing time 👍🏻

@ChrisSloanes 3 ай бұрын

It was only on 3 frames of the roll before I noticed and changed it back though 🤨

@CHAGrady 3 ай бұрын

Hey you guys !! Great seeing you back in my homeland. So whisky, not for me but I have a good friend that told us the story of him getting to love love love! Whisky. He was on a holiday in the Glens many many moons ago. During his break the pub served nothing but whisky. So he was forced to try it, then try it…. You get the idea. Now he is an out and out whisky man. Happy Friday you guys from me and the Mrs and Lee Maxi Dug. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃

@peromalmstrom7668 3 ай бұрын

The best whisky, regardless of brand, is when drunk, when you’re wet, freezing cold & P-off. Hence many a soldier, for past or present, drunk it, before engaging in brutal combat, numb to the cold & numb to the killing, be it a Highlander or Red Coat, or the modern British Army.

@alijack6444 3 ай бұрын

If you are finding whisky too strong, how about trying a Whisky Liqueur, Old Pulteney Stroma Liqueur distilled in Wick is a personal favourite, very easy to drink

@1980broady 3 ай бұрын

You want to start with a smooth sherry cask whisky. Glenfarclas 15 is a great one. You’re not far away and they do a great tour.

@robcrocker3338 3 ай бұрын

Drop four ice cubes in and let them melt a little. Go to a whiskey experience and they will also talk you through a flight of whiskeys that will help you choose what you prefer. Try Devon distillery just to get you out of the Highlands, but park up first and lock away your keys.

@DPrail 3 ай бұрын

Hi Chris the whiskey burns my throat and water dose not help me but I like baileys so I put a we touch of milk in the whiskey and it's actually tolerable 😂

@axelmacdonald6422 3 ай бұрын

Drinking whisky - try a drop of water to calm down the burn factor. I use lots ice which makes a more pleasant drink especially if cask strength

@carda999 3 ай бұрын

Cardhu Gold whisky. Often on special in Tesco. Really smooth dram 👌 and the key is let it rest in your mouth for 5 seconds before swallowing. You're necking it too fast.

@pipmcscot7078 3 ай бұрын

You should have gone next door to the distillery Royal Lochnagar, which is where the Balmoral malt comes from but is cheaper smooth and refined, also good is Spirit of Yorkshire. PS use a glass and a pipette of water. If you don't like the Balmoral you can post it to us 😂

@Mr.K01 2 ай бұрын

For a smooth drinking whiskey try American bourbon, bourbon is much easier to drink than scotch or Irish whiskeys.

@carolinereed3744 3 ай бұрын

From a Scotsman: breathe out when you drink the whiskey! 😂 Cardhu 18 yr old single malt is supposed to be smooth with a chocolatey taste, so you may like that one. Don’t add water to it, that just dilutes it but does not change the taste. Add Irn Bru to it for a rusty nail cocktail! Finish that bottle off as a hot toddy: add hot water & honey to the whiskey.

@AndrewBennett-q6b 3 ай бұрын

Try Glenmorangie 10 year old, in the orange box…easy to drink, always reasonably priced & available everywhere. It will take your mind off the Motorhome rattles! 😂

@pierre5637 3 ай бұрын

Bunnahabhain is the best specialy after 15 years old, some of them use storage in wood (barique in French) from other wines and alcools as like Cognac

@wyrmie84 3 ай бұрын

Add a bit water it takes the burn out it somewhat - also add what you want, sprite, coke what ever - this drinking neat whiskey is a bit rough for most. Mix it how you like but make so you enjoy it! A few straight nips gives me heartburn so i only do the first one neat for the full taste, otherwise id have heartburn within a few nips.

@Oldguydosestuff 3 ай бұрын

Penderyn single malt Welsh whiskey You won’t regret it Honestly ❤

@ggfffg 3 ай бұрын

My favorite whisky is dalmore, just drink it neat at room temp, but try drinking it from a whisky glass ive got glenncairn's makes the combination of smell n taste amazing. Do love the Channel & u guys s energy. Kinda miss the awesome grandcalli

@sassyboofle6983 3 ай бұрын

Whisky well , glenfiddich , glenmorangie, glenlivet, but what maybe you should do is go for like a taster selection and then go from there. That way you can choose and maybe go older ie 25 years . Just see then . Good luck .🫶❤️🐾 also depends on how it’s been distilled and what it is in . Makes a difference

@Mctongue 26 күн бұрын

Highland Park, Macallan or Jura. All single malts to be enjoyed with no mixers or ice/H2O of any kind 🥃👍🥴 My Mrs doesn't like Whiskey and the best advice I got from a Whisky shop owner was to just let the whiskey touch your lips so you can actually taste the whiskey and gently build up frrom there, rather than taking a gulp and Shocking the F@#k out of your taste buds 😅😅 Hopefully this helps 👍

@Flight-Studios-uk 3 ай бұрын

Defo, a little water or a cube of ice, slightly melted to mellow the harshness off the dram...everyone will have a different opinion on what is the best 😁

@littlejobby1 3 ай бұрын

I’m with you on the Whiskey, always want to enjoy it but don’t 🥃 looking forward to learning from the comments, I’ve had a bottle of Campbelltown for years but won’t try it as I want to enjoy it

@mikeyfelley 3 ай бұрын

Chris Whisky is so selective. How much do you want to spend ??? that’s will give people an idea of what to recommend. Personally i like Dalmore particularly King Alexander the third although that one is a bit pricey. If you head up to Alness you can get a great distillery experience.

@vamoose1393 3 ай бұрын

Tea spoon of water is a game changer for whiskey

@johnrlhunter 3 ай бұрын

I love Jack Daniel’s, so my favourite whisky is Dalmore reserve which I drink on special occasions also dalwhinnie. My advice is don’t buy until you know what you like, my wife likes peat based whiskies

@mccoysmedia 3 ай бұрын

The Ckaighaig do great whiskey, try a drop of water in it and it’ll take away the harshness 👍🏻

@janewilson8832 3 ай бұрын

I’m with you Chris, whisky makes me shudder !!! Drambuie is a liqueur and lovely over ice. Also whisky is like marmite love it or hate it 😂

@pointblankracer6274 2 ай бұрын

Glenfiddich whisky is a smooth experience.

@Moosealini 3 ай бұрын

“Something nice to sip with some ice” …Start with a whisky liqueur, Drambuie or Glayva. 🤙

@craighornby3192 3 ай бұрын

Dalwinnie Winter's Gold is very mild. Didn't like whiskey until I spent a week holed up in a cottage on the Isle of Skye in shocking weather

@paulfrance5059 3 ай бұрын

I’m not a huge whisky fan, but am partial to a Glenmorangie 12yrs. It’s more on the sweeter side.

@robertkeith6952 3 ай бұрын

chris you need to take a touch of water in the malts it brings out the flavour

@lesmason5744 3 ай бұрын

Best whiskeys may be left in the bottle for guests.. Try a nice spiced rum instead .. Swift Nick or Rum25, or Pineapple Grenade... get ahead of the pack!