“If you’re anything like me and I know I am.” Only 1 minute in and this video deserves an Oscar.
@klizzt4 ай бұрын
Just wanted to post the same comment 😂
@wallace-bv4rl4 ай бұрын
Ditto- love the chat 👍
@torbjornkarlsen4 ай бұрын
Thanks for testing this one so I don't have to. I likely wouldn't anyway, given the price and the fact that it's from Diageo though. Also my very limited experience with rum casked whisky does indicate that it's not really for me even though I like rum.
@FABiOTiS4 ай бұрын
Really struck a nerve of mine with that furry bit, Geoff! One of mine decided they are, and dammit, your description matches how I feel about things pretty closely. 😂 Also, no way I’m buying this bottle. Thank you for your service!
@VinegarAndSaltedFries4 ай бұрын
I actually throughly enjoyed this one. Definitely wish it was cheaper if it was in that 80$ range I’d love it. This is one of the few rum cask finished whisky’s that didn’t completely overwhelm I actually think it strikes a nice balance.
@rhythmoriented4 ай бұрын
Thanks for keeping us up on Oban’s different expressions. Their limited edition 18 is absolutely delectable imho, with the extra four years bringing out notes just not present in their standard 14. I’d like to hear your take if able and get hold of a bottle.
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
It seems that one's only sold in certain markets. I've asked a buddy to try and score me a bottle from the States. Fingers crossed I get my hands on it! 🥃
@leojudkins20404 ай бұрын
Anyone from Diageo reading? If so, F#CK DIAGEO. Now I've got that out of the way, just wanted to say I'll be stealing 'If you're anything like me, and I know I am'. Genius!
@stevelandwonder47604 ай бұрын
Harsh. But fair. 😊
@Lovemelikeareptile4 ай бұрын
I was curious about a rum finish and this was quite helpful in convincing me that the juice isn't worth the squeeze. Checking the eye watering price in BC sealed the deal. So many options, not all will be winners. On a side note, have you tried the Oban Distillers Edition? EDIT: Yes, yes you have tried the DE, I just didn't bother checking before I asked. Cheers!
@MaLiCeCoLtRaNe4 ай бұрын
I got to try this recently at a trip to my specialty whisky bar, and have to say I really enjoyed it. I tried it alongside the Oban amontillado special release and also a glenfiddich 21 to set up the rum flavor. Personally, I thought the rum went great with the high ABV punch of the Oban spirit. The Amontillado, on the other hand, I felt was too sweet and emphasized some of the bubble gum tang of Oban that I don’t always care for. I haven’t seen this release on a shelf before but Diageo special releases in my market these days tend to go for about $200 a bottle, which is an awful lot for a 10-ish year old cask strength (I can get roughly equivalent signatory cask strength releases for about $85-100). But I guess if anyone wanted to gift me a bottle of this, I’d be ok with that.
@lucassalviano4 ай бұрын
This was one of your best reviews that I've seen lately! Congrats! 😂😂😂
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Lol cheers. Thanks for watching! 🥃
@cato4514 ай бұрын
I avoid rum cask whisky because…I don’t like rum. But like you I am a huge fan of Oban. I won’t buy a bottle but I might try a dram if I see it at a bar. Thanks Geoff.
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
I think that's the smart move. I went in blind on a full bottle... 🥃
@francisoconnor23924 ай бұрын
Good luck finding this at a bar
@cato4514 ай бұрын
@@francisoconnor2392true but in Scotland I know of a few places it might be on a shelf waiting for me.
@ps3inquisition4414 ай бұрын
Legendary metaphor work there.
@Koby6164 ай бұрын
I haven't tried any of diaegeo special releases. I would like to try some of them, but they cost too much for me. I love their sexy labels 😊 thanks for video
@joonjoon8194 ай бұрын
Speaking of value, its kind of a common practice for whisky drinkers in my country to wait on Diageo SRs for around a year, for those huge discounts that almost always happen eventually. Got the Roseisle for a little less than USD$100 for example. Haven't seen a discount for this Oban just yet though. Some 2024 SRs look pretty interesting, (especially the unpeated Caol Ila) but again it probably will be a long wait till I ever start considering buying those bottles.
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Yeah I've heard the price drops in some markets. I haven't seen that happen here, but if that's the case for you it definitely makes sense to wait on these for a year. Cheers! 🥃
@RobertUWL4 ай бұрын
love your channel !!! so detailed and passionate and also very knowlegable without holding back on personal opinion. very great. thanks from Austria - Slainte
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Very kind words. Thank you Robert! Love Austria! 🇦🇹
@hansvaneenennaam4574 ай бұрын
Hi Geoff, what can I say.... Great review, you hit it right on the spot. Your tasting notes are almost the same as mine. 2021 and 2022 I do like myself more also, but in some way this one is also quite interesting. I really enjoyed it till the last drop. Let's see how this years version will work out....
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
I've got high expectations for this year's as it's got some good old fashioned sherry casks. Cheers buddy! 🥃
@customer98454 ай бұрын
I have a 32 yr cask strength Oban that I plan to open the day I retire.
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Wow! That'll be a banger I'm sure! 🥃
@customer98454 ай бұрын
@@Gwhisky I bought it in 2003 for $306. Just 1 1/2 years before it is opened.
@fotografi4fun4 ай бұрын
If you come across a bottle of Ardnamurchan Rum Cask 2023, go for it. I bought 2 bottles when it came out. Loved it so much, I bought 3 more to be sure I can go back to it for years to come. One of my all time favorite whiskies. 55%, Un-chilled, no color.
@rivenbeef4 ай бұрын
I’ve heard good things about it. I’ve got one that I haven’t popped yet so I’ll have to give it a try. Also, there are mixed reviews on the new Lagavulin 11 Offerman rum cask finish but I have to say that I absolutely love it. Completely delicious! So… Maybe I’ll be a rum finish guy 🤷🏻♂️
@fotografi4fun4 ай бұрын
@@rivenbeef Laga 11 is not available here yet (if ever). Would love to try it. Will for sure try some more rum finishes if I can. This is my fifth Ardnamurchan. Sherry was my favorite until now 😊
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
I've tried the Ardna Rum. Fantastic stuff! 🥃
@jeremyapplegate48684 ай бұрын
I like the assumption that because it's high proof it's unchill filtered; noting that Nikka from the Barrel is chill filtered. I watch this channel for these bold statements.
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Tbf I did say it's an assumption and not an assertion.
@hunamsafee24 ай бұрын
I only bought this one because the store had it priced at 100$ cad accidentally. I bought 2 bottles and it took me the first half of a bottle before I really started to love it.
@GOTAisMe4 ай бұрын
Geoff you sound like me when it comes to the Lagavulin annual special release. I'm never buying them again either, but...... Ugh! Diageo I hate your pricing!
@Althor334 ай бұрын
Thanks for this review. At 210$ Can in Québec even if I am an Oban fan, there is no way I will pay this amount of money for this Rum fiinish. Slâinte from Canada!
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
I feel your pain. Grew up in Montreal. The prices and selection at the SAQ are abysmal. 🥃
@HenrikLassu-igenyteremtes4 ай бұрын
Rum casks are always interesting with the peaty profile (like the AD Rum Cask). Wish these things weren't so overpriced tho, much rather pay a premium for sth like a SB18. But maybe this review changes my mind :D
@HenrikLassu-igenyteremtes4 ай бұрын
Just finished your review, based on your opinion this one sounds more like an 84 with some sentimentalism :)
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Hah I admit that I have an Oban bias. It's a good whisky, but not great and not worth the price. I much prefer the AD Rum cask. A SB splurge makes more sense (and is less risky) than a Diageo splurge like this. Cheers buddy! 🥃
@utoobia4 ай бұрын
Lagavulin 11 Offerman 4th edition coming out now. Guess what? Rum casks.
@judahdevadoss33434 ай бұрын
Is there a compilation of your scores somewhere? Would love to see what you've rated things over the years
@TheReal_DeanD4 ай бұрын
These are 140 USD before tax at the big liquor stores. I’m waiting for it to be put on sale. These were released and just left on the shelf.
@ethanjto4 ай бұрын
I did NOT expect the furry direction
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Neither did I tbh. 🥃
@fefe20444 ай бұрын
Problem with these special releases is the price range applied to them. Wrong timing, as inflation makes more difficult investing in whisky. Instead of having enough money for three bottles, now I can only buy one, and I need to aim to sure bets. Special releases are not selling well: They stay in the shelves for months, and now a new release will come over. Diageo will need to learn the hard way that if they are asking for hefty money, they also need to offer a much better product, and not just a colorful label. Competition will be more fierce now, thanks to the internet.... and Geoff! 😀
@kennit734 ай бұрын
Any plans to review that Longrow NAS on your shelf? Great bang for buck, at least where I live
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
I'll get to it! 🥃
@SimonneNZ4 ай бұрын
Another Diageo special release that is more expensive but not as good as previous years. I haven't tried any Diageo special releases as they are too expensive for my budget. But it seems I'm not missing out on anything. Cheers!
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Yeah they're good if you don't factor in value, but who wouldn't factor in value? 🥃
@WhiskyWolf5144 ай бұрын
A "furry" 🤣🤣🤣 That had me right there. Hahahah Even though I'm never gonna by this it was worth every minute to watch the review hehe Thank you my friend! Cheers 🥃🥃
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Hah still owe you a thank you for introducing me to the 12. I remember drinking that sample on the train to Vienna and really enjoying it. 🥃
@WhiskyWolf5144 ай бұрын
@@Gwhisky When was that again? In August or end of July right? Cannot believe it's already more than half a year since that time.... Was fun hanging out with you guys 😎🥃🥃
@NeilImmortal4 ай бұрын
€150 for 11 year old whisky. Hmm, same price as Ancnoc 24... let me just think about that..... 😏
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Not in the same league as AnCnoc 24. 🥃
@ironmantran4 ай бұрын
wad up ! great video . . . rums-k(e)y - no thx.
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Lol fair. Cheers! 🥃
@aka-Lime4 ай бұрын
Nice review. Not really a fan of rum finished whisky. I'll probably skip it, if it doen't go on sale. Have you tried the new Bruichladdich 18? interested in hearing your thoughts on it!
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
No I haven't seen the Bruichladdich 18 in my market yet. I definitely want to try it, and the PC18 too! 🥃
@pienasu4 ай бұрын
Your son is a furry had me laughing for half an hour 😂😂😂😂
@thewhiskyenthusiast4 ай бұрын
Ah man this will forever be remembered as the 'Furry' Oban 😂😂😂
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@maewhiskero4 ай бұрын
Those Diageo Special Releases are becoming more and more ridiculous in pricing.
@jasoncraig22814 ай бұрын
The furry metaphor!!!
@BDCF1004 ай бұрын
"Sherry and Amontillado"?
@xxacidmv4 ай бұрын
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@MrChristopherMolloy4 ай бұрын
Salt aye? Not one I'm likely to taste, and it's Diageo, so I'm certainly not buying it. Historically, Rum finishes have disappointed me across the board, so... ✌️
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Hah fair enough. Definitely got quite a few red flags for you. 🥃
@vimalrajkappil4 ай бұрын
The price is too much
@peathead44504 ай бұрын
Your thumbnail says "a very tropical special release" ...and it's from Scotland.... 🤔 ... sounds like global warming to me. Not a fan of global warming, so I leave it for others to enjoy. Slàinte mhath
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Marketing blurb from 2100: "From the lush tropical rainforests of the Scottish Highlands..." 😂
@umami02474 ай бұрын
I’m not a fan of bourbon finished in rum so I’d most likely not like this either. And at that price point I’m out anyway. And supporting a child that believes it is an animal even if it’s fake is just wrong.
@Gwhisky4 ай бұрын
Lol do furries "believe" they're actual animals? Genuinely asking. Thought it was just weird people with a weird hobby... 😂