ralfy review 712 Extras - Glenfiddich bottled history

[@matttopcat9677]

I can't get over how Irish in style this tasted , a really easy, enjoyable and fresh experience

[@Radioactive_Slime]

Gripping episode. Digging the Extras for sure. Just as Glenfiddich, Ralfy has innovated and set the bar. (Closer to heaven of course...)

[@marquepadley2715]

Every time I watch Ralfy I always learn something new. Great video Ralfy these extras are a great education to those starting down the whisky trail.

[@Pete_YT]

Loving these extras

[@rayraymond2952]

Ralfy, another fine review. You do realize that we have to go back to Ralfy Review 96 for the first, last, & only time that your reviewed Glenfiddich 15 Solera. At that time, you gave it a darn healthy 88 Malt Mark. Also, GF 15 Sol is indeed one of the best quality & price point Scotch Whiskys around. Because of these two facts, we of the unwashed masses are in need of, & we request a re-review of GF 15 Sol at some near point in time. Thanks, from the greater New Orleans, Louisiana area. Richard

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . I will look out for it !

[@alexk3088]

I think in replying to my question in Part 1 of this review Ralfy said that the 15 is still the best 'fiddich :) Unless I misunderstood :)

[@mic982]

One of my favorite reviews you've done, Ralfy.

[@uarei4716]

Love your revolutionary wisdom. Thanks for the eye opener ralfy

[@drewmiddleton9715]

Damn I love this channel! Good idea splitting up the review and the extras.

[@westlylewis1]

This felt like we were sitting down as old pals and just riffing. A real treat! Thank you for your EXTRA time good sir! Keep them coming.

[@lyacoubian]

Keep up the GREAT work Ralfy..!!!

[@damodgc]

I was drinking a glass of tullamore dew and decided to youtube a review and stumbled across one of your videos. I have to say I love the Scottish, particularly since I hit Edinburgh last year with my missus. Honestly, I could listen to you for hours, I'd love to buy you a whiskey and to hear your stories. Much love from Ireland

[@CalKnox]

Being a Kentuckian, I liked Bourbon and not the cheap Scotch I tasted in college. However, on my first trip to Scotland, I though I should bring something distinctive home. So, in the Gatwick duty free store, I purchased a bottle of Glenfiddich 15 YO Solera Reserve. I didn't open it for about two years; but, when I finally did, I found I liked it. Since then, I've come to drink single malt whisky almost exclusively.

[@Paulos161616]

Ralfy, I love your malty mastermind reviews!

[@loknes3924]

A most excellent "extras", great info and very philosophical. Love these little history lessons, keep up the great work.

[@MBFModernHomesteading]

Enjoyed the chat, cheers.

[@johnrobinson357]

Ralfy...Thank You for sharing your breadth of knowledge yet again - And as you do every time. i learn something that i can say i did not know. I never grow tired of listening. Thank You for sharing Ralfy.

[@rnedisc]

God I think the extras are actually my favoutite part of the reviews. Love all the whisky trivia!

[@bushtucker88]

loved your insightful sharing of the true history of prohibition. thanks Ralfy!

[@r0ck_solid310]

Great, very educational video for a whisky newbie like me. :D I am so into your videos for last few days that I do not watch anything else. Nicely done!

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . happy to help with the malt-moments !

[@maxphillips8895]

Thank you so much for the extra Ralfy! This just brings another level of enjoyment to the experience. I don’t know if anyone from The Whiskey Tribe shared this with you.....a few weeks ago several people were talking about their early Ralfy experiences. One gentleman mentioned that his wife started to watch your reviews with him.....and when he asked why....she said, “His voice is hypnotic!” So the you go....supplying us with excellent knowledge and stunning the ladies....just saying....

[@dan666mega]

Even when you open the cork sound wonderful

[@alexk3088]

IMHO if Glenfiddich wanted to pull a rabbit out of the hat they should introduce a few "nadurra" bottlings (call it something else, of course) - with age statements. I would be very interested in NCF natural color 'fiddich. They could keep some of the current bottlings for people who use their whisky as ice melt, of course. I check local liquor stores periodically and I am noticing that newer expressions seem to all be responding to the Ralfy-rants. I see more NCF, higher abv, natural color bottles. Also, new players realized that it's their only way to be noticed against the 40% behemoths. Nice to see that. I'm a bit concerned that it might become a way to offer mediocre malts, after all, even bad whisky starts out at cask strength and can be NCF and natural color. But that's what reviews are for :)

[@peteacher52]

Thank you indeed for this philosophical and thoroughly instructive video, Ralphy. Col, NZ

[@johnsealey3990]

Ever notice the bottle of Glenfiddich which was placed in Star Trek: Beyond?

[@1o1s1s1i1e]

Outstanding extra Ralfy, you really nailed this one! I'm a history major, and you know your stuff! I'm also a prostate cancer survivor, so any questions out there feel fee to ask. I'll be trying Glenfiddich 12 year old soon. Sincerely, Ossie

[@AdelphosHume]

Just finished perusing some older videos about your visit to Kingsbarns, and lo' a new video appeareth. Always a good time to be had when you're sharing malt or malternative moments in the Manx bothy.

[@ericcunliffe4112]

Awesome discourse as always Ralfy! Thank you.

[@alisuperhornet]

Educational and entertaining, thank you

[@harryviking6347]

Tks for the history lesson! I had no idea. By the way, havent tasted Glenfiddich since my sailor days....a time we really did not care about what kind of spirit we drank....as long at we got intoxicated! lol! You have made me interested in another way of drinking, and it is actually interesting tasting and smelling the different brands! You can say I have a new hobby....a small sipp in the evening before bed of a good whisky! PS. its been many years since I quit the "intoxicated" thing!

[@johnleonard3806]

Rally. A patriot and philosopher!!

[@Solocat1]

You are a wealth of experience and knowledge. I have learned a lot and you made me into a "Malt mate".

[@thewhiskycouch7886]

Really enjoy these ‘extras’. Wise insights Ralfy! I’m still intrigued by the 43%abv and 75cl size of all standard whiskies here in South Africa.

[@akkudakkupl]

Holy fux, I've found an awesome channel. Through your brother Clive :D

[@Matt-gf4gd]

I personally could do with a little bit less of the PSA in the beginning, but at least you deliver it well. I still dig the extras! Thanks Ralfy.

[@jesseregenauer630]

Ten zillion thumbs up Ralfy...... SO VERY IMPORTANT the awareness of abuse in ALL forms of mind altering chemical usage.... Much respect for you to address this even in the review of fine whisky/liquor....I do enjoy your reviews very much so and appreciate the insights and discussion............. CHEERS!!!!

[@markoobradovic4551]

re-review Glenlivet 12?

[@mic982]

Recently, I passed this up (Glenfiddich 12) for a bottle of GlenLivet 12 instead over the Christmas holiday. I liked the Glenlivet but maybe it's time to give the Glenfiddich a try. As I replenish my stock of three scotches (including the ARdbeg 12 that I didn't like very much, but am not liking a lot less, lately - to the point of wanting to replenish) I will look for this label.

[@rasklaat2]

Ralfy I can't help but notice the changes in you since you started your youtube channel. In the beginning you didn't look and sound like an old sage, now you do : ) Congratulations and cheers

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . effects of whisky and time !

[@DemonicRhino]

Hey Ralfy! Just found the latest video in hoping you would see this post. I am new to the channel and love your videos! Very informative, intelligent and enjoyable content my friend. Hope you keep up the good work as long you enjoy doing it. I wish you well malt mate!

[@StreuB1]

I liken the extras to "Fireside Chats" and absolutely love them.

[@alexk3088]

I think Duty Free shops still do exist in some places, i.e. about a year ago crossing from Canada into the US I bought a 1L bottle of Glenfiddich Solera "Reserve Cask" - a NAS made to look very similar to the Solera 15 (still haven't tried it yet). It cost me $50US with no additional surcharges on top. Not bad for 1L. Even came with a gift of "whisky rocks" - 2 marble cubes in a Glendfiddich string purse baggie. They also have the NAS "Select Cask" - green, a look-alike of 12.

[@justinskaggs9751]

Yes, I noticed that those shops can be much cheaper, IF you are a smart shopper. They tend to sell 1L bottles Rather than 700ML, minus the duty, and if you get what they have on sale, or the less well known stuff, it can be great value. I saved a lot on a Glenfarclas 105 in the Amsterdam Airport on the way to America

[@Aircraftsystemst]

Very educational video Ralfy keep up the good work. You mentioned about taking care of your own avatar. It is well known that If men are going through a tough time, maybe broke up with a girlfriend or couldn't get a girlfriend men use drink to cope. Just a thought from my experience in life! Talking to somebody about a man's problems doesn't help because in life men are totally at the mercy of what women perceive to be their ideal man. And other men who don't conform to their standards are left on the side line. Alot of men do fall back on alcohol to take the edge off life. In an ideal world where we all get what we want in life I do believe every single person can take care of there avatar. But each to there own! :)

[@carp53]

I have a Grant’s 8yr Old in a Clear triangular bottle from the 1960’s. 🥃Cheers Ralfy!

[@landocreamcheese5126]

This was awesome! Was it crazy cold in your space? I think I could see your breath and you're wearing a jacket!

[@strayer99]

love it...malty marvelous malt monsters. I like glenfiddich...not top shelf but something for an any day drink. wonderful and informative review.

[@ardachesjokaklian6209]

Ralfy!!! Amazing, this is one of your best reviews..:)

[@juangris2935]

Do I see a bottle of tizer - above eye level of course - or perhaps a wee bottle of iron brew?

[@michaelblum6537]

Excellent discourse.

[@arthurdayne7335]

Michael Blum Thank you

[@willemkilian9563]

Great video. The extras are good.

[@lensandbeyond3195]

Loving the video's keep it up!... when is the next MRE video with Clive? lol - that should be a regular video series!

[@bunit1701]

Ralfy, (or other experienced malt mates), I have heard that Glenmorangie has the 'tallest stills' making for unique flavor. Yet I am under the impression that it is also a great starter single malt. (I am American and largely a fan of bourbons). Is it worthwhile to purchase both Glenmorangie and Glenfiddich as an indroduction, or would I be better served getting myself acclimated to blends and Glenfiddich alone?

[@tyhargett5197]

bunit1701 glenmorangie 10 year old has more of floral and dry characteristic to me. I suggest both glenfiddich and glenmorangie to start.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . no harm in both for comparison.

[@Jostipi]

Some wise words Ralfy! Keep it up!

[@sineath3]

19:49 wonderful for this

[@bud400]

Here's to the future Ralfy! "Mega Malt Mate Moments" to come. Please add my mention to the list.

[@Toxxyc]

Hi @ralfydotcom, I have an old Glenfiddich tin that my grandfather got somewhere when he was still alive. This tin was passed to my mother when I was still young, and she used it to store knitting needles in it. I would LOVE to know if there's some history to this tin, and I was wondering if there's a way to contact you so that I can send you some pictures of it for you to look at? The metallic tin is a square one with a lid on the front, different to the current idea Glenfiddich has to create circular or triangular tins with lids opening from the top. It has no age or marks that I can identify, but it also contains a pamphlet that outlines the "Clans of Glenfiddich" with a short history on each. I have no intention of getting rid of this tin as it has a lot of sentimental value to me and it's incidentally that same tin that got me loving Glenfiddich whisky and, by exploration, single malt Scotch whiskies alike. I am looking forward to your (hopeful) reply! PS: The tin looks like this one: www.worldwidewhiskies.com/image/cache/catalog/Glenfiddich%20Clan%20Montgomerie%20Tin%202-006-500x500-0.JPG

[@Dfire79]

Does the number stamped on the bottom of the bottle reflect the year it was bottled?

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . no, it the volume in cl.

[@tonygabriel7737]

Ralfy, HUGE fan and I’ve been watching your videos for years. Question for you: have you ever used a Norlan whisky glass? I’m curious how you think they compare against a Glencairn. Grazie!

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . Glencairn glasses work for me ! Norlan is rather expensive !

[@johnleonard3806]

I have been daydreaming of building my own bothy in my back garden. Some day....

[@duanmcinnes]

This is true for all accepted historical facts. Thumbs up Ralphy

[@mrbubetube]

excellent as always

[@JETJOOBOY]

Sorry I asked in the last video.. Are you aware or likely to review the IPA Experiment... It isn't cheap but I am very interested... (It is Glenfiddich isn't it?)

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . it is Glen'F and as a NAS malt I wont be reviewing it. I would recommend it though.

[@alexk3088]

I just looked at it the other night, yes, Glenfiddich has an IPA cask matured expression. But it's a NAS, so won't be Ralfy-reviewed (unless Ralfy changes his mind).

[@JETJOOBOY]

OK, fair one.. Could you remind me why you don't review none age stated whisky ? From the literature I read the IPA is their 12 year old aged in IPA barrels for 4 weeks.. The beer sounds fun, only saw it once and I forgot where it was now.. Speyside Craft Brewery - Glenfiddich Brew 2 IPA..

[@JETJOOBOY]

Alex K He says not above... I thought a short video on the Whisky paired with the IPA might be a nice little mini video.. Even if it isn't a "Ralfy Review"?

[@alexk3088]

IIRC Ralfy's said before that you can pair any good ale and a good whisky, or something like that. But it's interesting to experiment what works better with the bitter aromatic IPAs. I think the one time I tried that, it was with this Glenfiddich 12 :-) However, any Ralfy insights or guidelines about what style of beer/malt to pair could be enlightening. Like when Ralfy pointed out that if you have sweet foods before tasting a whisky, it'll accentuate bitter notes in the whisky, while if you have bitter foods, it'll perhaps accentuate sweetness, etc.

[@osomonas1]

great video great job ralfy

[@rredapex6690]

Ralfy - top quality work mate. If you include the words Scotch, Irish and Whiskey in your titles they'll show up more in searches and increase your view numbers. Good luck, let me know how you go👍🏼

[@chanocarlsen]

Hi Ralfy. Would you consider making a review of a bad (very bad) whisky. You don't have to mention the name of the distillery. It could just be really interresting to hear your take and thoughts in that area. Sometimes you have to know the bad to recognize the good stuff :-) Best regards, Chano

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . my pallette could not cope !

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . but it's actually quite a good idea !

[@MihaiSamuila]

ralfydotcom I do aslo would like to see that, if you Ralfy, in your greatness, would like do do that one sacrifice for the Pack. I would vote for Johnnie Walker Red :)

[@chanocarlsen]

ralfydotcom that would be fantastic. A malt mention could be be "malt monstrosities" :-)

[@jagsingh5652]

On the point of Ailsa Bay. I sense it is a malt you would review except it doesn't have an age statement - which I fully understand why and righlty so. It got me thinking of other NAS malts you would consider worthy of mentioning. I know you are a fan of the earlier Laphroaig Qrtr Cask. By the way, I have tried Ailsa Bay and felt it was similar to Hakushu, which I like very much. Scapa Skiren is my fave NAS at the moment. Any chance of a re-review of Glenmorangie 10.. my very first single malt and one that is a strong contender as a staple malt to have in your cabinet me thinks! Cheers.

[@mikeaddison-saipe5820]

By the way Ralfy - I noted on one of your reviews that you said you wouldn't buy Dalwhinnie. Interesting. I thought it was just me. I had a Dalwhinnie 25 years ago and it was a truly fantastic dram! I bought another one a couple of years ago and found I had bought a bottle of disappointment :( What on earth has gone wrong with it? I know palates change - but it has lost the essence of what it once was. Can you shed any light on it?

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . usually poorer quality casks.

[@akranov]

Ailsa Bay was a wonderful gem to try. Only whisky I know of that listed their peat as PPM (21) and SPPM (11) which I believe stands for Sweet Peat Per Million? Either way, very nicely balanced.

[@TelextheWhiskyTech]

Good job Saltire for the malt mention =D

[@broonbreed7193]

Pfft what, heresy these days responsibility and moderation! Words of wisdom R

[@gnosov]

Thank you Ralfy for a good speech about all of the abuses. Here in Ukraine about 80-90% of my friends and acquaintances and myself have problems in family because of alcohol. And under problems I mean not just little social problems and mistakes. People die and kill themselves because of alcohol abuse, or ruin their families.

[@distlledbrewedreviewed]

Ralfy in his cool basement. Cheers!

[@Solocat1]

A bothy is a basic shelter, usually left unlocked and available for anyone to use free of charge. It was also a term for basic accommodation, usually for gardeners or other workers on an estate. Bothies are to be found in remote mountainous areas of Scotland, Northern England, Northern Ireland and Wales.

[@jumpfortyfour9965]

nice one ralfy JD Etype

[@31446963048]

Went to my local shop to pick up Hazelburn which was suppose to be in stock (at other store, they're going to pull a bottle for me). Anyway, picked up some Glenfiddich 12 (which somehow I don't have any in my stock). Ralfy, you're a bad influence. Have you had either the Hazelburn Barolo 9 or the the Sherry Wood 13? Both run 99.99 here.

[@31446963048]

US dollars, sorry for not noting. Plan on watching this when I get home.

[@knarfzxc]

Personally, I'd snag the Barolo 9 year. Although the 13 year is no slouch either. I've enjoyed both.

[@31446963048]

Thanks. Went into my store, they had thrm at the main store, but not mine. Manager is ordering some so Ill check back tomorrow. Have tbe Edradour Barolo I havent opened so maybe a taste test in the future. Or a Longrow, sb 10, and Hzlbrn tastng. Thx, appreciated

[@TheValbunnys]

My favourite love this 12 years old

[@Lintary]

Well thanks you learned something new today :)

[@wilhobbs207]

I like a little Laphroig Quarter Cask in my 12yr old Glenfiddich.

[@krauz111]

give us some 4k video quality plz

[@arthurdayne7335]

Carlos Reyes This isn't a Hollywood film. It's a whisky discussion.

[@mitchp7226]

source for information regrading alcohol fueled engines?

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . good place to start . /en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_alcohol_fuel

[@wildernessman760]

I think a great number of us viewers have watched our loved ones abuse alcohol sadly enough. And maybe have learned not to follow the same path.

[@Ebbhead2424]

Love the extras but I miss your long episodes, Ralfy! Can you somehow compromise and release both episodes at the same time in the future? :)

[@TomaszStachewicz]

Most of the time the video is blurry as if I had a wee too much tonight (but I had just a single glass of Zacapa 23). It seems Ralfy that all that talking about different topics means... focus issues? (I'll see myself out)

[@Tmarkr]

mind blown🤯

[@Caliban_80]

So much NAS coming out these days. A distillery like Glenfiddich could be the one to make 20+ year old age statements affordable to the masses. They have huge capacity and stocks. Let out a 21 for $90 and it would be revolutionary. Few others could compete with that.

[@thefatrumpirate9749]

I actually think you may have been right about the splitting of the reviews........Really enjoying the new format though I bet it takes some discipline to keep from lapsing into the "extras"

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . evolving-onlining Wes, all part of the journey, been following your review advice and bought some St Lucia 4th ed, lovely stuff. Currently arranging a cask of 4.S. from M.R. ! should be interesting.

[@michaeltortorich2042]

I concur. I believe the reviews may have a slightly more segmented feel (by way of analogy, consider 1990s National Public Radio broadcasts in the USA versus today's) but for the sake of easy indexing of topics, this might be the best way to go. Very fine extras moment, Ralfy! I'll always miss your more amorphous "fireside chats," but so long as the extras are of sufficient depth and length, there's minimal harm done. (Yet one more critical point: I do believe, Ralfy, that people will be watching your videos long after the actual information is obsolete. That said, I respectfully request that you take care never to change the ingredient most intrinsic to your success: YOU. Ignore any pressures that might result from the 100k subscribers or from the presence of the Patreon pals.) Thanks & best wishes: -Michael

[@djscottdog1]

funny when i go on the tours and then go on about how small, cutesie and limited in production they are then they go on about how they have 4 still that take 50000 liters.

[@ralphwatten2426]

An 82! As a student in High School an 82 might mean he'd been watching a little too much football or has a problem with the young ladies. I'd think Glenfiddich would have earned an B+ anyway.

[@danielwollert3744]

I don´t think the marketing people at GF could even dream up a better advertisment for GF!

[@RadioLaboratory]

Hey Ralfy!! watta crime...huh mm malty malt-deprived mannequins

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . M-mention now on the M-mention List, thanks !

[@MickeyD2012]

By God Ralfy. Thank you for your wisdom. I learn something new everyday. I was already fully aware of Hearst and his campaign against hemp. But I really appreciate that tidbit about Standard Oil and ethanol. Corporations have set us back about 200 years.

[@darrak1]

Ralfy what do you think about www.timeandoak.com/ ? mind doing a review?

[@אליעזראיסטאכרוב]

😏😏😏👌👌👌

[@Subgunman]

Same reasons for the prohibition of cannibis and hemp plants in North America. These plants not only produce fibers used for he making of ropes for the navy ( special licenses were issued to farmers during WWII to produce hemp or ropes when supplies in the Pacific dried up ) these plants can produce paper and cloth fibers quicker and cheaper especially for paper production. Oils which came from these plants were developed into plastics which were stronger and lighter than steel ( steel industry was instrumental in the banning of these plants ). Today we see new medicines are being developed form the cannibis plant without serious side effects, however big pharma is paying politicians to maintain the illegality so as they may sell their poisons. Fact, most big pharma meds have serious side effects which require more meds from these companies which they also have their side effects. A cascading big profit deal for these companies while a cascading downfall and quicker death for the public.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . people are only just starting to spot the facts you are stating here. Evidence of pharma drugs as a cause of cancer are surpressed. Adverse drug reactions are a growing cuse of fatality in the 'developed' world. It's not rocket science !

[@RadioLaboratory]

Bravo Ralfy. I thnk I'm genuinly Njoyn the nu 4mat. Gudstuf!! speakn of IPA maturd whisk(e)y, I had a chanz 2 taste Jameson IPA maturd whiskey @ a Philly Supr Bowl party! A mos pleznt swich frm the Std. Jamesons if u get a chanz, try it!...u2 may b surprizd @ the inovation. cheers maltm8

[@plm203]

Ralfy, you should be careful not to say nonsense about history just because you enjoy being original and "right against the mainstream", despising people just because they appear to you to belong to the majority. You should know that you are biased and try to control your biases instead of letting free reigns to them. You do nice reviews and often say right things, but you do have to control yourself because you are often wrong too. What I see is a man overridden by his hatreds of what he judges "elites" of various kinds. Thank you for the efforts you do make, I am just trying to help you and other people, when anybody can influence others on the internet, without checks.

[@Solocat1]

What's that triggered keyboard worrier. Run along now one cares about your uninformed *Opinion*

[@Onoelo23gf]

Frankly, I'm not impressed with the Experimental Series. The IPA is acceptable, but the XX is a waste of time.And money. The standard entry level 12 YO is far superior.

[@wilhobbs207]

Woke Ralfy!

[@someonesdad5986]

#taxationistheft

[@peterreskovic7237]

First.

[@thewhiskybothy]

. . . . Verified as First ! .