GlenAllachie 12yr & 15yr Review

Rex & Daniel receive two bottles of a Speyside distillery's best and compare it to an anonymously-donated cask strength version.
Thanks to Sam Filmus and ImpEx for the bottles.

[@ErikWaitWhiskyStudies]

I appreciate your transparency in revealing that the bottle is donated by a rep and that you don’t ask for bottles. I wish all Whiskey Tubers were as honest.

[@KillCoWhiskeyMusings]

I am always honest about how I don't know wtf I am doing and I want all the whiskey.

[@vagabondwastrel2361]

Just be honest and say you asked for bottles. I have zero qualms about people asking for freebies.

[@vagabondwastrel2361]

Just don't complain if you don't get them.

[@KillCoWhiskeyMusings]

@@vagabondwastrel2361 The Mooch flows through me. However I admit whiskey is simply better when shared with others and part of why I enjoy the Whiskey Tube community.

[@KillCoWhiskeyMusings]

@@vagabondwastrel2361 I like to think I won't miss what I never had to begin with. ;)

[@PhinClio]

"Most things taste like Speyside." Speyside...the chicken of malt whisk(e)y.

[@shuboy05]

Unfortunately I have to agree with you even though I like many Speyside distilleries

[@JC-fj7oo]

"but it's tuna?"

[@markmlinar1511]

That was fabulous!

[@finallydone8640]

I really liked the way you guys really nerded out on this one you were almost professional and that was meant as a compliment

[@passageways]

I'm trying the 12 yr in 2022 and there's no doubt this is different now. Not only is mine significantly darker, it's SPICY for a Speyside. Surprisingly good.

[@Master.Of.None.]

Just found the channel less than a month ago and went from no whiskey to about 7 bottles...been binge watching love the content and the evolution of the show. Daniel went from being uncomfortable around Rex to just expectant of all the shenanigans. I love when Rex really likes a whiskey or is really thinking about flavors he starts groping the the air balls.

[@KillCoWhiskeyMusings]

"We met him in Rhode Island in... anyway..." Always nice when my home state is such a memorable location. I know you both enjoyed your brief visit AND that all of us had a wonderful time at Irene's location in CT where we got to sample many wonderful whiskies. I look forward to being able to share a dram with you both in person once again someday, until then I am looking forward to the Bastards Ball! 🖖

[@benrobson1177]

Glad to see these on the channel. I got a bottle of 12yo and the 15yo. I prefer the 12 but I’ve enjoyed them both (a little water does wonders for both). I’m officially a fan and deciding what to buy next from the distillery

[@marcwhiskey]

Been waiting on a Glenallachie review! I love my bottle of the 12. They seem to be doing things right there with natural color and no chill filtering.

[@ahpadt]

They still do some form of filtering because if you add water it doesnt go that misty. Just slightly opaque.

[@nutyyyy]

​@@ahpadtIt will certainly be barrier filtered. You don't get the same kind of Scotch mist in any whiskies these days like you used to.

[@swedishwhiskygirl]

Glenallachie are doing some interesting things ! The 2nd Batch 10yo CS is the favourite so far 😍

[@Seoul_of_bourbon]

I'm not sure which batch I had, but whatever it was the 10y CS is fabulous.

[@sorinsrn5442]

Please try Batch 3, its much much better then Batch 2. Let it get some air to oxidize and it will be faboulous!!!

[@francis7064]

Try the new batch 4 You will literally shit

[@razldazle10]

!!!! Thank you for finally being the person to show me the song that played for vh1 or MTV back in the early 2000's. I've always sang "what's goin on!!" randomly & never knew what the song was called. Just knew it played in between music videos or after commercial breaks in the early mornings before school.

[@Patryn71]

4 Non Blondes is the band name. I know that because I'm old......and remember when it first came out. Time for a drink. lol

[@abigailhobbs137]

I got so distracted by Daniel's eyebrow 🤣🤣 the inside of the eyebrow went up rather than the outside when he raised it 🤣🤣 I have never seen that before. Yall always keep us laughing. Great reviews and content!

[@Will-dm7nq]

Glenallachie is a Scotch I would be happy to have the whole range in my collection. Love this stuff. The ralfy barrel was great too - 13yr old CS Oloroso puncheon (in the US) port cask (in the UK).

[@thelastcask6930]

Great review on GlenAllachie range and I’m smiling as you pick up on the non typical Speyside notes in these bottles and the single cask notes and cask profile (which I have ... and agree with Daniel - 100%) .... good job 👍🏻🥃

[@gamingmarcus]

Definitely pay them a visit if you can! I've been there last year and took the tasting tour. They put a lot of effort into it since they're still young and small. We got 5 pours, I would guess around 50-60 ml each, and amongst them were I think 16, 24 and 26 y/o whiskeys. I have to admit there was no way I finished them all. But I'm happy to report that they have small bottles to take home the rest. Oh and that's not mentioning the free samples we got during the tour...Our walk back to the pension turned out quite fun :D

[@crow468]

Damn... I was dying when you brought up Capt. Crunch. When I was first trying this expression a year ago, I was laughing about the note being in there.

[@Doc_Holaday]

Daniel. I watched a video from waaaayyyyyyy back when you had on this dress shirt and vest number and GODDAMN that was a good look.

[@philminissale2498]

Y'all are great. I represent Impex Beverages in Louisiana. I've added Captain Crunch to my tasting notes.

[@kelevra3690]

What a nice video. Scotch, some comparisons, time taken to explore... beautiful! I also like Glen Allachie, although the label bothers me. It looks like its written by a 4 years old or found in a prehistoric cave. Cheers!

[@estock15]

Loved when you guys did the blind tastings from Rex’s tube socks, you should do that again!

[@mrrockguy9311]

Underrated Speyside. Love the 12 for easy sipping but not skimping out on nice complexity.

[@dmshampton]

I can’t believe I’m going to say this, but I miss the grand master mooch days😢 It was simpler times back then. Riding the wave of fresh popularity as a new whiskey channel was an amazing journey to witness. I loved when the shenanigans was on the vault channel just as much as the tribe channel. Biscuit wars, mooch week, chad week and all. That being said, it’s been a hell of a journey since then and I’ve loved every second. I’ve learned so much about whiskey, it’s production, everything in-between from you guys the last few years. I enjoy the obscure craft bottles just as much as the big names. Cheers to another four years!

[@whiskycentral]

9:08 haha well I'm singing that song for the rest of the day. Thanks Daniel haha! Wonderful review. I have wanted to try this bottle for awhile.

[@DonnerPassWhisky]

Ooh we need a video of you singing the song

[@whiskycentral]

@@DonnerPassWhisky Haha I don't know if I can pull that off!

[@francis7064]

I like when you guys do whisky from reps as it’s often well distributed stuff that we can get actually get our hands on after watching the review. Love the American craft reviews but impossible to find around the globe

[@stumccabe]

The reason adding water has such a strong effect is (I think) because the flavour compounds in whisky have different solubilities in a water and in alcohol - when you add water, the compounds which are less soluble in water come out of solution and become tiny droplets of the pure compound making them more accessible to the tongue and nose. It's like the "louche" produced when you add water to Absinthe or Ouzo - the water releases minute drops of "oils" making the liquid appear cloudy.

[@queensamika]

The black v-neck looks soooo good tho 😍

[@stevenbuchanan8895]

I have the 12 and 10 cast and they are both really nice!

[@Sixx28]

Daniel!! Keep an eye Out because Glenallachie did a special single cask release for Ralfy.(He named GlenAllachie his malt of the year back a few years ago) It was a Single Cask from a Port Pipe and was 13y/o!

[@et0h7an]

I never thought about it until the black t shirt mention but Daniel has the hank moody style 😂 and it does make packing for travel simple!

[@Dinie09]

David Keir ( I believe it was David) came to my local wine and spirits store for a sampling of Glen Allachie. I had their full range and it was excellent (and David was a great presenter and entertainer). Solid Speyside on my list.

[@brunovmedeiros]

Need to rewatch this later. I'm on my second bottle of the 12, love it... been lucky enough to get both of them at the newer, darker versions. Also got a 15 more recently but still wrapping my head around it. From the top of my head I actually prefer the 12 (love red fruits in my whisky)... but when I drink them side by side, the finish on the 12 pales in comparison to the 15's... I also think my 15 may need a little more time to breath. It's definitely heavier on the wood, spice and tannins, but in a very good way. I also noticed some mint on the finish which I don't remember tasting on the 12. Damn fine whiskies both of them.

[@sotiriostzanetakos2910]

ZFP. That needs to be a T-Shirt. Like immediately

[@jimneary2802]

I'm all in with the ZFP!

[@SSR_Virgo_Tiger]

I had a bottle of the 15 a few years ago and it remains, in my opinion, the best single malt scotch under $100

[@mymomsaysimhandsome9664]

I just got the Signatory Vintage Glenallachie 12 year old cask strength 😁 Might have the get the regular 12 to do an A and B comparison 🤔

[@timshulepov]

I suggest that Daniel wears a neon pink shirt with orange wide leg trousers for reviews of whiskeys that have "funk" in their notes. Let's have the outfit match what's in the glass!

[@steveamsp]

I always love the awkward moments of silence.

[@mrchay50]

Got a virtual tasting set for a glenallachie tasting tonight with billy walker. Good watch for before it starts

[@tristainw9170]

Opportunity for a new graphic the Unknown Bastard. I also think it would be great to see Daniel in the attire of his native Shire.

[@maboy1994]

the 15 must have spent time in first fill casts...that color difference is crazy. i'm really enjoying the 15

[@jamesgraves5445]

went to the distillery last week, very firendly people. gotta reccomend the 10yr old port cask. its slightly better than the 11 yr old port and less money

[@adrianhughes5831]

just a thought...the age statement on the bottle refers to the youngest whisky but there could be older casks included. This is why the comparison with a single cask from just one years becomes so interesting. Billy Walker has a reputation for brilliant management of casks, which is what made Glen Dronach so popular. Their 15 and 18 year old certainly contained whisky which was considerably older.

[@MakooWallinen]

I thought I listened to an old episode as I could remember them talking about the Rep and Whiskey bottle thing previously and then I saw that it was a new one. But still, according to my memory, they almost quote themselves from whatever episode that was....

[@roy2586]

Funny that you mentioned in-distillery blending to achieve flavour consistency since the 12 has gone through a pretty major flavour shift between the (I assume dominantly bourbon cask or virgin oak) batch you guys reviewed here, and the 2 I've had, which were PX, oloroso, and virgin oak and are pretty dramatically darker than the one you reviewed.

[@andrewsimmons2711]

Noooo I like the consistency in the Vault. Dan can get fancy in the Tribe vids. definitely want a run way show!

[@DanSheldon48]

I love the ZFP. You should create a channel called ZFP!

[@michaelscott7767]

I like your show a lot. Honesty is a good thing. One thing I would like to know is how the shelf behind you that lights the bottles from the bottom is built or purchased? Thanks Mike

[@memorama66]

I'm a big fan of the black v-necks. I remember the dress shirts and fedoras. This is a huge improvement, don't break it

[@coleboozer4032]

Screw the T-shirt, wear the Smoking Onesie you got for Christmas a couple years back!

[@jannerantaruikka]

FIREBALL ONESIE!💪🏻😍

[@craigalder1574]

Love Daniel's consistent fashion selection but maybe pair Rare Whiskey Friday with Rare Wardrobe Friday.

[@Bazzoro]

From what I can find the normal 12 has virgin oak, px and olorroso casks in it. The single cask one is just virgin oak. Explains the fruit and oiliness difference.

[@sikhpilot.]

What about the 15? Rumour has is someone from the distillery says its got some virgin oak in it, which is disappointing.

[@itsputtz]

The v-neck is classic. Keep it.

[@scottclarke1350]

I’m just picturing Billy Walker taking a sample out of a cask at glenallachie and saying “Yes! There’s the captain crunch note I was going for”

[@larryhoop1294]

A sequined onesy would rock hard.

[@WhiskyWolf514]

Fun fact: that 2006 GlenAllachie is the US import brother of the whisky that was specifically made to commemorate Ralfy's 10 years anniversary for his work by GlenAllachie n Billy Walker himself. See ralfy review 786 Extras

[@brentcolby7670]

awkward silence......... love it

[@locknezmunster]

New sub here! Ya'll are fun!! 😁

[@alasdair_gray]

Shame you guys didnt get to review the new 12 year old (sept bottling) , darker in colour, more sherry influence, even better in taste. Billy and the team are doing amazing things

[@shuralmehki]

I wonder how the Austin Whisky Vault compares to Ralfy's decades-old collection. We should do a video walkthrough of both and compare them.

[@oldfilthynorseman4603]

Daniel: Speyside is not my favorite......never seen him more enthusiastic about the difficult to find flavors🤣

[@shuralmehki]

Which video do I go to for finding out what the is medallion on Daniel's neck and what is its significance?

[@Im_Old_Gregg]

I just picked up a bottle of the 12. Its significantly darker than the 12 you have. It's more like the 15

[@WhiskyMaltContent]

Hi Guys.. I do like your reviews, are you doing any research about whisky and distillery before recording or you going to wild improvisation about it?

[@ehoyas311]

I think Daniel in a navy v-neck tee would be a good change!!!

[@MrDankstar]

There was that set of episodes Daniel wore a cream colored collard shirt because he was going to get a tattoo later and didnt want a tight fitting shirt. I think that is the only time i've seen it lol.

[@alt5494]

Rex at the mercy of a fashion consultant and his wife for his entire wardrobe for the next month would be fun😙

[@Cougar139tweak]

Goodbye Glendronach, hello GlenAllachie

[@elieaoun6]

I have got the GlenAllachie 10 CS Batch 6. Which one do you recommend please between the standard 12 and the 15? Cheers!

[@contentioushackery]

I think the black v-neck is now the traditional vault uniform, and I think it would be that much more rewarding for Daniel to "dress up" for other things if he keeps wearing his uniform for The Vault.

[@johnw218]

Jesus! Look at all those bottles.

[@TypicalGuy84]

How many more episodes can you record before you run out of room to store those whiskeys? Love the show guys

[@nicholasgoddard2360]

Classic black tee!

[@whiskeychicken]

Black t-shirts for life.

[@Keith_KC8TCQ]

I say Daniel should combine it, the fashion ZFP wear combo fashionable clothes that don't go together, but are comfortable.

[@suitablefortreatment]

Suit up Daniel!! Make Fancy Dan fight for that title!

[@samuelsmith6281]

Let Daniel dress up, looking good and make Rex look even scruffier than he already does!

[@DimitarShishkov]

ZFP for the win!

[@ryanheinzen3450]

Hey Daniel, bring out the kilt!

[@CarlosMarinDJRIVIERA]

Dan! Stay with the black shirt. Don't you ever kill the vibe.

[@zapata1924]

do batch 5 10year old cask strength for your Greek friend right here, not even 100 bottles arrived in Greece and i got my hands on 2 of them, just want to see your thoughts on this amazing spirit

[@partyfarmer957]

Daniel, I wear many black v-necks with jeans or shorts. Keep at it, bud. That is my style wity zero f#cks

[@robhalla7114]

If Daniel comes in looking like Frank-N-Furter, he MUST be on display. He made a good Ming the Merciless. F-N-F would be off the hook!

[@zeuse4099]

Morning Y'all

[@geo5291]

Well also, is the single cask finished in any WY? I don't think ya said so... GLA is always going after finishing and leans on the dark fruit wine flavors Billy seems to like. So you probably saw more - distillery character. And less cask influence/mold?

[@SHAKEx99]

The song is "What's up"

[@strider1970]

Daniel, bring back the fireball foot pjs

[@greataxe3]

I love how when Daniel wants to change how he looks, Rex recommends a Whiskey Tribe T-shirt. And Daniel immediately scoffs and says no.

[@InvntdXNEWROMAN]

Unleash your fashion, Daniel.

[@Digger927]

All at once I got the image of two 12 year old kids taste testing and reviewing Capn Crunch and agreeing it tastes like GlenAllachie 12. Rofl.

[@johnsamuel3281]

I think Daniel should get his guitar and perform an original about how much he loves whiskey!

[@ulkesh78]

I've been living the ZFP since I was in kindergarten. No better way to live!

[@CyrusOG666]

Sounds decent

[@Roth209]

I would like to see an episode where Rex wears a black V neck and Daniel wears a Whiskey Tribe shirt. I think everyone would loose their minds.

[@BrianDavids]

Don't change. Black V neck all the way. It's your look.

[@TheChrisleekay]

I think this kinda makes sense! I mean more alcohol means less of anything else that's adding flavour to the whiskey!? I mean 100% vol is pure alcohol and flavourless right!!??

[@terrykost4677]

How about a black long sleeve v neck as a change

[@AdamWeigert]

Daniel should suit up with the monocle and a walking cane. The cane should have a glass holder. Also braid the beard. Maybe a top hat to complete the ensemble. Or if you need a little more fancy and less formal, you could go pirate like Capt Jack Sparrow.

[@motosnape]

Daniel, take a look at the Curious Droid channel. He’s rocking a different whacky, crazy shirt for every episode, usually supplied by a sponsor. I could see you in some of those shirts😂

[@ursamines7643]

I love rep silence

[@Saztrah]

I really appreciate that Daniel does a "malt funk or not" moment with all scotches now, because its my least favorite note ever and I want to know what to avoid like the plague. To me it presents as an awful peanut butter and vomit mixture.

[@zackzenron]

Can we get back to the Daniel Whittington Fedora?