ralfy review 930 Extras - My journey with Aultmore

[@Ivo--]

Bacardi has been doing fantastic work with Aultmore, Royal Brackla and Craigellachie. Not so sure about Deveron and Aberfeldy yet but those three brands have had a tremendous revitalization in the past few years. Hats off to them.

[@robfut9954]

Aberfeldy gets some flak but for the price I see their 12 year for (fairly similar to Glenlivet 12) it offers excellent value even if it doesn’t quite shine yet like it maybe could. They’re close. I’ll be keeping an eye and buying the occasional bottle for sure given the value.

[@MurrayCohenbluesandwhisky]

One of the things I like about your videos Ralfy over the years, it's like I'm interacting with a mate with all their quirks, qualities and foibles that you can't help but like and admire. That true experience takes time in the "glass".

[@BDCF100]

Perfect timing for your content. This morning FedEx delivered an "Old Particular" single cask bottling of Craigellachie 15 year old from a single Sherry Butt. Specially selected for K&L Wines of San Francisco by Douglas Laing. It meets all your criteria for an integrity malt and is bottled at 57.7 abv. And................. it is delicous!

[@WhiskeyFancies]

Love what K&L is able to get in terms of independent bottlers. Cheers!

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . good ! I'm keeping people right with my content.

[@craig_z]

I got an Old Particular Auchentoshen from K&L maybe two or three years ago... it was very good. I put it side by side with an official Auchentoshen and there was no comparison, I would not buy their official bottlings again. Old Particular is great.

[@Smithy67]

The packaging - clear glass, black and white label, important information on it - is a lesson to many other brands

[@jaredpruett2056]

I had a similar experience with my first bottle of Aultmore 12 (inspired by your review of course). “It was just being honest with me”. Perfectly said, just something about it where words couldn’t do justice. Not the best thing in the world, but 100% perfect for the moment👏 great job by that distillery.

[@robfut9954]

Aultmore 12 used to be a hidden cheap gem maybe 4 or 5 years ago. I would buy it for $45. Now it’s over $60 here

[@Andre-nt4dn]

I just bought 4 bottles of Aultmore 12 "the Foggie Moss" for only 37 euro a piece. Great stuff to stock up !

[@TheHippiez]

In the Netherlands we have the Ultimate indepent bottlelings, selected by the man that brought us single malt decades ago. Picked up a 12yo aultmore and it's fantastic. Mind you, you can taste all of them in the shop before buying.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . should be a busy and prosperous shop !

[@uxpjsxu]

What's the name of the shop? Where is it?

[@TheHippiez]

@@uxpjsxu Van wees Amersfoort, zaterdag is de beste dag

[@Johnstone72]

Nostalgia and Whisky? Now yer talkin' Ralfy!!

[@mrnosebear7406]

Hiho, nostalgia rules. We really love Ralfy beginning nostalgic and telling us little stories from yesteryear. I totally agree with you regarding Aultmore and also Glenassaugh, but I think that Glenassaugh has a future in the hands of Brown-Forman.They cannot forget about a distillery that could deliver excellent whisky. Regarding Aultmore I oly had two samples so far. Thanks to Ralfy Aultmore is on my radar now. Slainte mhath from Germany

[@rocketeer.]

Don’t drink much Scotch these days as it is expensive here in the US, and mostly supermarket grade. But I do love your reviews especially the extras. I’ve learned a lot about whiskys and drinking them from you. The knowledge applies to all whiskeys and has greatly enhanced my enjoyment of them. Thanks, Ralfy

[@lightningleaf23]

I bought a bottle of aultmore 12 from an airport on a whim in February and thought it was brilliant. I echo what you say honest, good spirit, light and well executed. I had other more expensive options but I seemed to go back to that bottle time and again.

[@ralphthomson2680]

SMWS 17yr Aultmore ‘Total Eclipse of Oloroso’ was one of my favourite ever bottles. I wish I had another.

[@ivanthetolerable]

Were you referring to distillery releases for Blair Athol & Dailuaine? I have a 13 year cask strength Daluaine, and a 12 year cask strength Blair Athol, both from Signatory. I strongly prefer the Dailuaine, which strongly exhibits the ‘time in the glass’ effect, doesn’t need water, and fades noticeably after 45+ minutes, like a malt you had reviewed a while ago. I recall you tenderly serenaded Black Bull 40, snd highly recommended BB 12. Have you backtracked from that Duncan Taylor blend? I also recall praise for both Spice Tree & Flaming Heart blended malts, which until April 2021, contained Dailuaine. Do you no longer hold warm regard for Flaming Heart? Perhaps you might discuss your experiences with Blair Athol (& Bells), Dailuaine, & Duncan Taylor in future videos.

[@ironmantran]

In Ontario, Canada, things are so bad, we get asia-rejected bottles, nevermind "second generation" cask bottlings . . . it takes on average, 2 and half to 3 years for a "new" release to arrive - such as the Abunadh ALBA just in May 2022 ! (batch 3)

[@ianholmes6078]

LCBO is a textbook example of why government has no business in business.

[@goldorak1962]

@@ianholmes6078 Same in Québec with the SAQ

[@nickolaymiltenov]

You should have Trudeau removed when you had chance. Don't complain now.

[@JR-nl3mh]

Bought the Aultmore 12 years.

[@mincey808]

Had a lovely Dailuaine from Douglas Laing recently. 48%, £80, 18 year old. Although they have a 12 year old for the same price at the moment (what causes that discrepancy??) which I'll not be in such a rush to purchase. I do like Carn Mor and James Eadie for independent bottlings at the moment - never feel like I'm being ripped off with their releases (JE especially!)

[@NicolasMD85]

A bit late tonight, but we're patiently waiting for some Ralfy love! 👍🙏

[@ianholmes6078]

Crud. I just bought a bottle of Black Bull 12y from Duncan Taylor. I hope it isn't rubbish. It was on discount, so I thought it was worth trying.

[@ralphwatten2426]

Better get your Aultmore now because I've heard they're using ex Mack truck fuel tanks for the maturing. Just so you know-

[@tommichalcik]

What ?

[@dirkt6921]

Bought a cask strength version of Strathmill 2009 bottled by Signatory Vintage for the Nectar: it is delicious! Without doubt one of the best 3 whiskies in my collection (and I have 67 bottles). Bold and subtle at the same time, fruity, spicy, complex ... it has it all.

[@pfalzgraf7527]

This video is a warning about the dangers of honing your palate: the result is, you get picky! You reject the lesser stuff! You sometimes even taste the cheat! Yes, bad things happen if you hone your palate: You stop thoughtlessly consuming drinks (and also food)! You become emotionally engaged in whatever you consume! Watcher, beware of this channel - it will trigger all the above mentioned things in you! It did so for me, I love it and this is why I am a subscriber and will remain so for the forseeable future.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . .True.

[@Frankenamplified]

Good ramble Ralfy, independent bottlings are a little harder to find here in NZ, however you have given me a better idea of what to look for.

[@SveinErikJamt]

Been a fan of Aultmore for years.... Aultmore by my opinion is best stored in sherrycasks at 20 YO +

[@thedramlogmartin1526]

Another fine ramble. Cadenhead’s have bottled some really good Dailuaines in recent times- and just a few months ago a great Mannochmore too. So don’t be discouraged! 🥃⚡️

[@johnw1597]

Love a ramble, Ralfy! Tried to get a bottle of this but I think you got the last one ;-) Cheers mate, great to watch these videos and expand my malt knowledge. Take care.

[@Brad-ic4bp]

I'm surprised to hear you so pessimistic about any future offerings from Glenglassaugh , given the fact that they're now owned by Brown Foreman (owner of Glendronach and my favorite bourbon distilleries: Old Forrester and Woodford Reserve). Regarding Aultmore, I see the 12 year in a couple local stores, but I haven't tried it yet. And I've never seen the 18 year-old, which is fine because I do see the 18 year-old Arran bottles still on the shelf, and that's my favorite.

[@Danevv]

Ralfy, I would appreciate it very much if you addressed the rigging that goes on at whisky auctions. I have been a regular and bidding and buying at auctions for a year and a half, and I am absolutely positive auctions are being manipulated like nothing I have ever seen before. I would not go into particular detail because it would turn into a long-winded rambling rant. I am certain you have got something to say about it. Thank you and lots of love as always!

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . it's all about the money ! as usual.

[@Danevv]

@@thewhiskybothy spot on! I resent the practices, though. Also, I don't believe I am alluding to a conspiracy here.

[@duncs3850]

Absolutely zero doubt your right, me and my group have been running a commentary on this, several dirty practices, bottles bought online and sent straight to auction houses by the pallet, front loading by auction houses, retailers sending allocations to auction, protected and co ordinated bidding. This is the reality of online auctions now, adapt or go thirsty I guess, but I feel your pain Danevv

[@Danevv]

@@duncs3850 ditto. What is more, I doubt the integrity of the auction houses themselves.

[@TasmaniaIsAHole]

Depends on what you're looking at I guess?

[@afs1476]

Ralpy < want to try something different . Glenlivet Nadurra finished in peated barrels . Nice fruity speyside with a nice hint of smoke. I think it works well and is something different from the average smooth fruity speyside. At 62 % cast strength, its worth review. Try your own blend of Teachers Highland Cream with a little Ardberg 10 year folded in. Teachers at $20 a bottle becomes a very interesting dram with a splash of Ardberg to add a bit of peat. It's a DIY where you can regulate the amount of peat to your taste. It becomes a custom whiskey depending on how much peat you like. I use Teachers becauseI think for the price it's one of the best blends around

[@robfut9954]

If you get some French oak cubes and age then in X/Y/Z you can do a lot of fun experiments. I’m deep into this right now. I plan on posting in the comments the results and recipes once I get it perfected

[@Balkonwhisky]

Hello Ralfy, Last Weekend me and a Maltmate we're searching for an old Gaspipe. ;-) We found a big one inside an IB of 6yo Craigallachie by Duncan Taylor (Bottling of 2014) and a small one in a Version of 5yo Craigallachie by The Ultimate (Van Wees) . Both where delicious but very different. Nice Weekend. Greetings from Germany

[@rafarutka4823]

G&M is a big independent bottler that's true and that's why, we where we are - as you used to say Ralfy, we can try something different then official bottlings. Of course there are different IB but it's hard to find with no extra X3 price, this is my opinion based on my experience within Polish market.

[@farshadp6114]

What a great way to start my day. Thank you Mr Ralfy for the extra information. Word of the day Bling Malt vs Humble Malt 😆😆 and we saw the romantic side of you today as well, sunset, bird, summer ...😆😆 very peotic

[@timthewhiskynut477]

Curious why you don't buy Duncan Taylor bottlings anymore?

[@Sidmacher]

I would really like to see you review some Douglas Laing single casks as I am often impressed with the way they allow it to mature without any jiggery-pokery on their part. I have had some beautifully subtle malts from them recently. 👍🥃

[@user-hf5ym5rn4d]

ralfy-respect!

[@10lauset]

.. Cheers to you ..

[@robfut9954]

Aultmore was a great value whisky… was. Now prices are far too high where I am and I rightfully ignore it.

[@klejfor]

Why not mannochmore, strathmill, dailuaine nor blair athol? I've never tried the OB of those (except flora and fauna dailuaine 16yo which was actually good to my taste), but they look quite interesting in some IB releases.

[@TheIPA35]

Nothing wrong with Dailuane or Blair Athol.

[@TheIPA35]

To be fair, my experience is limited to a Douglas Laing 48% 12 y/o Old Particular Dailuaine and a 14 y/o Douglas Laing Provenance Blair Athol, but I enjoy both!

[@gabrieltansf]

I have tried some Dailuaines from IBs (Lady of the Glen, Hepburn's Choice, TSC) and the F&F version and thought they were pretty decent. It's not popular where I am, no cult following but the upside is tt I can get my bottles. @Ralfy should there be something we should be aware of? Perhaps an 'Extras' to enlighten? Thank you

[@kareliask]

So many gems in this video. I am curious whether FINALLY the multinationals may be punished for their reckless decision-making in this current business climate. Can Suntory really afford to raise its prices by 20% and still expect people to pay their hard-earned money for the crap they put out? If they want to reverse this policy it's going to take decades due to how long Scotch takes to mature. On the other side of the coin, if a quality distillery has to raise its prices by 20%, we'll just compare it to all the other price-risen malts and see it still offers quality for the money, and continue to buy it!

[@jackharris4697]

GREAT JOB !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@radiantinred]

TheTreize ... ...Nothing wrong with Dailuane or Blair Athol if they are the Flora and Forna versions.

[@Idk20tq]

Thanks for the video Ralfy, I see your closing button is working now! Cheers

[@bennyfriis601]

That's been my take on G&M for.... a loooong time thb (years). But I thought, I had a mental issue, because normally I hear/read that G&M is a "staple" amongst the established indie bottlers. Oh well... if nothing more (or less) - good old Ralfy has the same mental issues as me. I'll take quite a bit of comfort in that 😁🥃

[@ronfeltman8506]

OT: I know you're enjoying the TT races, but I am saddened by the increase in fatalities this year... adrenalin is a defense/fight-or-flight mechanism AND a drug I suppose.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . actually, I do agree with you, there have now been 5 fatalities and the show is not over yet. It's bad.

[@Piki1809]

Excellent

[@simongilbert2704]

am drinking infrequent flyers aultmore = strong and nice ;;

[@mamuka1977]

I absolutely agree with all your points, for me G&M heat and miss very not consistent. I bought this Aultmore 18 for $119 in US wasn't sure if it's good or not but for 18-year-old with prices going skyrocket I thought it was worth trying and oh boy it delivered. You mentioned Glenglassaugh I looked past of a couple times it's about $55 it's called revival no age statement I don't even know if it's worth that money, problem is nowadays with no age statements that I can get something that I love for same money,I have to work for a living. But most of the time my curiosity takes off))) My question is should I try it? And always thank you for your huge knowledge.

[@robfut9954]

G&M used to have a few decent low age-statement bottles of brands that are typically expensive as official bottles but I’ve seen the prices raise to the point where I’m being asked to pay more for a lower age statement and within 3% ABV. So I haven’t bought a bottle in the last three or four years.

[@ramonfarah5212]

Aultmore 21 é uma maravilha.

[@joeblock22]

Hello Ralfy.

[@oliverdramgood8938]

Signatory sells a Ledaig Sherry Oak CS 16y for 300€ in Germany. It is a test what germans will pay for... Not a reliable company anymore for me.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . crazy high price. I would not buy it.

[@jorghollstein9042]

In Germany Signatory is trying to call higher prices for all of their current releases....

[@robfut9954]

It’s crazy expensive in the US too. I think the UK and the region around it get significantly better prices than what we are seeing (hopefully). Also inflation has hit the US hard due to an irresponsible government. Tough times to love whisky

[@TasmaniaIsAHole]

Indies are ridiculously priced everywhere outside the UK it seems.

[@thewhiskybothy]

@@TasmaniaIsAHole . . . sorry to hear that.

[@theboyheedmackay2229]

Ralfy have you ever tried a Danish spirit called Gammal Dansk?

[@ZOA2533]

May I ask a question about bottling? I often wonder is there any difference in quality between travel retail and local retail and why some whisky can only purchase in duty free shop? I only notice about travel retail bottling appear in local retails due to the pandemic, the question keeps popping up, unfortunately I cannot find out the difference cause I cannot find another sample to compare with. 🙏🏻

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . contracts and marketing. I avoid travel retail outlets these days.

[@ZOA2533]

@@thewhiskybothy Thank you, no wonder the price is cheaper than usual, I will avoid these kind of products.

[@malaka01010101010101]

I want to know more about why you won't buy Duncan Taylor's whisky.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . I don't like the way they work.

[@degmar]

14:32 - "Not like me"? Are you bottling now too?

[@gedtoon6451]

Do you actually live in the bothy? It looks a bit rough.

[@jimleishman785]

Ralfy, or anyone else, what's your opinion on hip flasks.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . stainless steel only, for temporary holding of liquor, ideal for hill walks and weddings where the bar is too expensive.

[@jimleishman785]

Thanks Ralfy.

[@bobi-gr]

Hi Ralfy, can you add subtitles? Thanks and cheers! 😉

[@simongilbert2704]

aultmore 18 is out of stock ;;;; your right about gm/p ,, their bottlings are weak compered to cadenhead , let alone james eidie and alistair walker ;;;

[@rob3518]

So Scotch is purely emotional end of story.

[@swedishburrito5073]

❤️👍🥃

[@Paralyzer]

God save our gracious Queen, Long live our noble Queen, God save the Queen! Send her victorious, Happy and glorious, Long to reign over us, God save the Queen! long live the queen!

[@brian6x]

Why?