MASH & DRUM EP17: Highland Park 12 Vikings Honour Whiskey Review

[@albertomolina3868]

When it comes to scotch there is so much to choose from. I enjoy scotch from every region and this is one of my top 3. In fact, this is what I would consider to be a classic scotch. The 18 is fantastic but the 12 is also an excellent scotch at a reasonable price. I get upset with some of the snobs on KZbin that may consider this to be entry level. I enjoy the scotch as much as others costing 2 and 3 times as much. The Peat is very flowery. It is not harsh at all. One of my favorite scotches of all time.

[@katzsteel]

Of all the Scotch that I’ve tried thus far, it’s def one of my favorites. Not too much peat, just enough for me. The sweetness at the end is really nice. It’s just all around really good.

[@Themilkmanskid.]

I've learned recently, as I am amateur at this, that a peaty dram is not necessarily a smoky dram. One can have more peat flavor than smoke(Laphroig 10 so I hear), or the smoky note can overwhelm the peat flavor(Lagavulin 16 so I hear). And then there is everything in between. Oban 14, remember I am new to this, is an awesome dram where that hint of smoke along with the rest of its qualities was just great to me. My two best scotches that I've tried are the Oban 14 and Glenlivet 18 (43abv), and I haven't had too many more scotches that are notable really. Thanks for reviewing this! Really appreciate that you mentioned the earthnotes that accompany this as those are the ones I am most interested in and getting all fired up about experiencing in this dram next week! Cheers!

[@samuelrodriguez6707]

Welcome to the Dark Side (Peated Scotch)….was a bourbon guy for a long time…got into peated blends and single malts…game over. Scotch forever 😂

[@kakusei3672]

I like bourbon but it's hard to argue with you

[@francescborrull9342]

This one is an essential in any respectable Scotch collection.

[@foodquig]

Great review of a fine whisky... It has a bit of everything that makes scotch whisky wonderful!

[@Aqvavitae]

Nice summary. I always get a kinda sour orange citrus of sorts, like marmalade. The peat, honestly to even taste it I need to ship it alongside something with zero peat, such are the hazards of enjoying too many big peat monsters. A great whisky that'll stay with you long after you've cut your teeth. Great to see you enjoy it. And thank you for rocking the shirt 😉👍

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks Roy! The citrus orange note got louder the longer it sit in the glass. I can see your point. My palate got used to the peat very quickly and those other flavors came through. Looking forward to more peaty drams. Cheers and was proud to wear your shirt. 🥃🥁

[@raygowan1968]

I had my first glass of this today. I got the same sweet smell, a nice flavor. I didn't notice the peat or smoke until the back end. After taking a sip, I could taste the peat & smoke in the back of my throat for about a minute. I think this is one I will really enjoy.

[@drax14QC]

I just bought a bottle today, can’t wait to open it! I read actually 20% of this whisky is peated and produced locally and the rest comes from the mainland. So It explains the smokiness is not overpowering and well balanced and integrated with the other flavours. Good stuff !

[@TomSutts1969]

Great review, thank you!!! Newbie to scotch and bourbon and now I'm more excited to give Highland Park 12 a try!!! Cheers from Canada!!! 🥃🥃

[@nicksinderson3302]

I just finished my 2nd bottle of the Highland Park cask strength batch 2. It was my first peated (lightly peated at that) whiskey. At first l was "ugh" by the 3rd taste l was give me more! I'm looking forward to trying Isla Scottish whiskeys.

[@albertomolina3678]

Nice review. I agree with your description of the nosing and taste. I would just add that for me I do smell the Sherry when nosing. Also when finished my class smells like campfire. Despite all the wonderful reviews I stayed away from this Scotch for a while because I was afraid of the peat and smoke. During the nosing and tasting I get a whiff of smoke but I cannot tell that the peat is there. I regret waiting too long to buy my first bottle. This is an excellent classic scotch. If you have experience with whisky I would say don't be afraid of the smoke and peat. They are not dominating at all during the nosing or tasting. Highly recommended!

[@zacharyfike1071]

This is my favorite scotch. Where do I go next?

[@DonnerPassWhisky]

Nice review, this one is a good introduction to peat as you get the peat all the way through but it's not overwhelming combined with a well made sherry cask aged Scotch giving lots of complex flavors to explore. Cheers

[@TheMashandDrum]

Couldn't have said it better. I got the Sherry and peat flavors. As my palate got used to it the peat balanced the sweet. I was pleasantly surprised. Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@EmmekevanNimwegen]

*excellent detailed review man!*

[@andrewt248]

Just picked up a bottle of this and popped the cork to smell it from the bottle. Haven't tasted it yet, but the peat seems subdued and it smells very malty. Can't wait to get into a pour. Cheers!

[@erik0073]

Agreed.

[@erik0073]

Agreed.

[@erik0073]

Agreed.

[@birddog2017]

When I think of peated whiskies, I think of liquid barbeque. If I can find HP 12 VH here in Florida I will try or buy it, Although I like strong peat, I also like just a hint as well. One of my go-to scotches is McClellands. It's an entry level Bowmore. Great review as always. Good start for your peat quest.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks Birddog. My palate took to the peat pretty well even though it's a subtle peat but I did enjoy it. It gets real cistrusy the longer it sits. Cheers!

[@VICTORMacalintalakaIAN]

bought mine yesterday, roughly around $40. after watching your review, im now excited to try it👌🙏

[@richfarrell6643]

I to just started drinking scotch and I really like this Highland Park 12. Glenlivet 18 is the best that I've had so far.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Try Glendronach 12 or 15 next. Great juice.

[@richfarrell6643]

Okay great thanks for the recommendation I stumbledupon on your videos this week and I love them!!

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@richfarrell6643 thanks man. Appreciate it!

[@secordman]

I really wanted to love this but just liked it. The peat wasn't that strong to me, the sweet was stronger. A good single malt anyway.

[@ryanmercer600]

Single Malt Scotch is the Mountaintop… Happy Journey, try some Independent bottlings at cask strength un-chillfiltered

[@WhiskeyQuests]

Try Johnnie Walker Double Black next. Then go in for the kill with an Ardbeg. At least that’s how I got into it lol

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks man. I will! Your not the first to recommend JW. Cheers buddy.

[@jamesnorwood4084]

Black, black coffee & burnt toast. I believe there was a song about that.

[@marquepadley2715]

Just discovered your channel thanx to Aqvavitae, Great review of the Scotch's, hope to see lots more. Slainte'

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks! Definitely will be doing alot more. Already getting my hands on some more islays and some other recommendations from Roy. Cheers!

[@kacperczak01]

I like this one too. Na zdrowie.

[@richfarrell6643]

I'm going to grab a bottle of the Redemption wheated later today does anyone have thoughts on this?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Its not bad. Very very smooth. Not a ton of flavor. I personally like Larceny over it.

[@richfarrell6643]

@@TheMashandDrum ok ty!! I love Larceny!! I won't waste the $. I'll grab the Russell's Reserve Single Barrel.

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@richfarrell6643 Russell's Reserve sb is my go to!

[@charliecrash3450]

Being a 12 yr old, let it breathe for a wee bit...as they say, every yr in the cask for every minute in the glass!

[@TheMashandDrum]

I like that! Thanks Charlie. Have definitely learned that as it opens up it becomes better. Cheers.

[@charliecrash3450]

@@TheMashandDrum Credit the last line to Scotsman, Ralfy.com...Slainte!

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@charliecrash3450 I love ralfy! Thanks.

[@erik0073]

I tried this tonight and it was not for me. It is very flavorful and spicy, as advertised, but I didn't really like the flavor. I'd describe it as tasting like Listerine original flavor with baking spice added to it. Very alcohol forward. Burns going down. Every other whiskey that I've tried I've liked better.

[@Nokomisclub]

I have to be honest: You say "um" "ahh" "uh" WAY too much. Makes your video hard to watch

[@TheMashandDrum]

Appreciate the feedback. I notice it too. Working on it.

[@Durian1st]

Everyone have some sort of nervous presentation anyway. Good notes, details, organized. Beside it is not cheesieieieeee as stink federal Justin Trudeau. Cheers.

[@erik0073]

I tried this tonight and it was not for me. It is very flavorful and spicy, as advertised, but I didn't really like the flavor. I'd describe it as tasting like Listerine original flavor with baking spice added to it. Very alcohol forward. Burns going down. Every other whiskey that I've tried I've liked better.