Whiskey Review - Deanston 12 Single Malt Scotch + Deanston 18 / Glenfarclas 12 Comparison Ep: 244

[@franklampard6316]

I already had the Virgin Oak, and bought the 12 year today. Lovely stuff, indeed! Sweet honey, light fruits, with spices and nuts on the finish. Quite a long finish for a 12 year expression. Had the Deanston 12 for a few days now - it’s getting better. Takes water very well - tones down the spice kick and opens the mid palate fruits and nuts. Love this stuff!

[@sonicbootcamp]

If you´re into Bourbon Casks, Deanston is really one of the best. My favourite go to Whisky. Nice review, keep up the good work.

[@ReapZzClownZz]

This has to be the best reviewing channel in the world and so funny aswell

[@FightStealDrink]

pickle in the back.

[@JasonFisk]

I’m pretty sure Chad writes all the jokes.

[@FightStealDrink]

pickle in the chad?

[@Karmolo85]

let him bend over and you might find a pickle

[@cameronpatrick7986]

you all probably dont give a damn but does anybody know a tool to get back into an instagram account?? I was dumb lost the password. I would love any tricks you can offer me

[@ct9737]

Once I started drinking it neat to I couldn’t stop drinking it ! Deanston 12 is my jam !

[@jashayou]

Thank you gentlemen! I love the little bits of science to help us understand why we taste what we taste and how! I finally decided I really don't like the Deanston and should finish the two bottles and get them off my shelf. In working my way to the bottom of the bottle I'm trying to understand what flavors don't appeal to me in that whiskey. I think it's the strong oak. Anyway tonight's comparison to the Glenfarclas 12, was eye opening. after the Deanston 12 (too much pepper and oak) the Glenfarclas is maple syrup sweet smooth and complex to my pallet. Thanks for the reviews!

[@Shane7492]

I kind of feel bad for bourbon after seeing how many shelves were reserved for scotch, and then I remembered how much better scotch is!

[@b.benjamineriksson6030]

You are correct mate.

[@redletterl78]

I feel like there had been a dearth of blending recently and would like to suggest something I tried a few nights ago. It was roughly 4 parts Naked Grouse to 1 part Lagavulin 8. It really was delightful. Smooth honey, vanilla upfront into peppery smoke and burnt kindling. I found it to be a well integrated experience.

[@timjones990]

Just had a Deanston 12 delivered, looking forward to cracking it open at the weekend. Thanks for the review.

[@3rgoproxxy]

Would you guys consider dong a video in which the two of you detail your personal favourite whiskeys as of right now? Let's say top 3 or 4 whiskeys each. Also, I would like to also express my enjoyment in watching your whiskey reviews. Always a great time to be had by all who partake in the viewing of your videos. Good day sirs!

[@GunnySGT1911]

Ergo Proxy That would be a great idea for a live stream. They could post their favorites a head of time and the tribe could enjoy their favorites with them.

[@asentimentalman6655]

Daniel and Rex, thanks for puting my toast in the show. Hey, what would you guys think about the Whiskey Mariachi making an appearance in some form or fashion. Thanks again fellas.

[@asentimentalman6655]

Doctor Colorado lol...he is a guy in the whiskey tribe facebook group. He pops up every once in a while with some shenanegins. Its pretty damn intertaining.

[@AlexanderIrwin]

loving the somm beard sparkles

[@TravisBranham]

Hey guys, I wanted to let you know that I ended up trying the Glenfarclas on a United flight recently, and I have to say that I was a tiny bit let down. I know that altitude (and I assume pressurized cabins, etc.) can have a dramatic effect on one’s senses of taste and smell. So, I guess I shouldn’t have been surprised that I couldn’t find any subtlety or nuance in my little plastic glass. Sure, it was more enjoyable than the Dewars that is usually offered, so I’m not complaining. However, that was my first experience with Glenfarclas, so I’m looking forward to giving it another try in a more proper setting.

[@JohnnyZ3710]

You guys NEED to blend the remainder of every advent whiskey together to create the ultimate 24-whiskey ADVENT-AGEDDON blend! I love this channel and how all your "reviews" make whiskey look fun and exciting like it should be, and not cold and analytical. Keep it up!

[@brego129]

To me, Deanston 12 is a nice step-up from Glenfiddich 12.

[@charlieghague]

I'm really loving everything coming out of Deanston right now. What do you think of the new 14yr Organic? I bought a bottle recently and really liked it. There's a new NAS called Virgin Oak that's great too and priced around $35. Great value there.

[@1218Draco]

Remember your whiskey video with Modern Rogue? You mentioned “smoked bourbon”; would you ever test doing that in your distillery? Smoking corn before fermentation. It might taste like charred cornbread, like when you make it with a cast iron skillet

[@WhiskeyVault]

I love the idea!

[@1218Draco]

Whiskey Vault Test it, experiment, then name it something catchy ... like, “(insert your distillery name here) Corncob Pipe Smoked Bourbon Whiskey”

[@Thomas_Ekstrom]

I love it with a drop of water (or two, but only drops). Is there a faint taste of iodine there as well? It is a absolutely wonderful whisky 👌

[@bmsmusician]

So how would Deans 12 compare to Macallan 12? I sort of measure all highlands to it. I would like to see how you grade JD's Sinatra edition. Some reviews I've seen thinks it is a glorified old no 7 but I simply love it. Have you tried it?

[@johnwallace2319]

Rex's eyes sparkled with hope when he heard "Whiskey dumpster"

[@TheKlickitat]

What about E̶l̶f̶ Danial on the whiskey shelf this holiday season?

[@davidmiddleton2005]

Deanston 18 is a great whisky. I find its very close to the Arran 18 which is an island distillery you should look in to if you can get it in TX. I bought a Deanston 20 year old finished for 4 years in Port from the distillery this summer. For £100 or $135 its a bit of a bargain

[@JimmyLeg]

I've never heard or read anything about people being down on Deanston. (It opened in 1967 by the way.) It did close down in the 80's for a while and reopened in the early 90's. The 12yo is a quality, unchillfiltered, uncoloured, higher strength product which is what all distilleries should produce. Let us taste and smell what you make. Don't hide behind dilution and fake orange dye. Good on ya Deanston.

[@charshavardhan]

Love the confidence with which mooch says "Chlorophyll" .... although it's BS... but just love it!

[@danrhomberg1663]

This channel is going to friggin' kill me! I've been watching 2-1/2 weeks...I had a few bottles that I always rotate thru...Today? I have somewhere around 20 bottles now of $50-$120 in cost each(In CA here)....lol...Oh the pain! Dying with a smile on my face...lol....Figure Rex is going to show up here any day now....Welcome any time Rex!

[@GunnySGT1911]

Dan Rhomberg I think I've figured out Rex's devious plans. He's using the channel to influence us to all start small Whiskey Vaults (called "caches") so in the event of a world ending zombie apocalypse, he will have hundreds if not thousands of small stockpiles of whiskey scattered all over the place.

[@thomasbuck303]

But dying with a smile is a good way to go

[@danrhomberg1663]

GunnySGT1911 lol..Great plan. I've got to commit myself to buying 5 bottles for barter vs my one to drink at the same cost..."Rex Rx Currency"!!!

[@danrhomberg1663]

Thomas Buck indeed it is Thomas... Indeed!

[@kyp23]

I guess most of us have the same problem. The more we watch the show the bigger the collection gets, and my wish and trying out list is ever growing.

[@stevanholland7672]

I really like the reviews to help the people with reviews on mostly expansive whiskeys😂 I really like the videos, thanks for the great tips for me to try whiskeys

[@raymondmota2776]

Haha finally a pickle back reference 😆. Funny story my wife and I were in our bar and she brings a jar of pickles. I said what’s with the pickles? She says I wanna try whiskey 🥃 again. She doesn’t care for it but she’s not one to give up so she says let’s have a pickle back. I had never heard of it at that time we were new to whiskey and I only had hibiki I didn’t want to do a shot of that cause I thought it a waste. She also brought a bottle of Jack Daniels so she tried one and said hey this taste just like pickles I tried it and thought the same. She was on her 4th when I said hey you might wanna slow down we’re still drinking whiskey 🥃. I knew it was to late when she replied you don’t tell me about my body I know my limits! I said ok but I’m not holding your hair tonight. Needless to say she slept in the bathroom 🚽 and I had the bed all to myself haha.

[@dumluk1984]

I got that same odd dill pickle flavor from Rowan's Creek, and didn't like it at all. However, I mixed it 50-50 with some Basil Haydens, and now it's a pretty darn good bourbon blend.

[@jaewoopark8478]

I just stumbled upon this video and I’m a tad bit confused because the first distillery in korean opened just 2 years ago. So I’m wondering what Dan had just before deanston.

[@Matty7092]

Hello gentlemen, because of the Christmas holiday upcoming I have a festive question for you. What is your thoughts on spiced whiskey? Say, Breckenridge spiced whiskey. I have drank this fairly often, both straight and mixed and no matter what time of year it always puts me in the Christmas spirit. (haha, SPIRIT). I am curious what the both of you think.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Not a huge fan, but I dig it in a good cup of tea

[@kail9757]

Did you ever try the Deanston 20 year old? While the 12 and 18 are both matured in Bourbon barrels, the 20yo spent all of the time in Oloroso Sherry Casks (and is bottled at 55.3% ABV). It is really amazing - the dark fruit notes complement the typical, spicy-aromatic Deanston flavor nicely, make it both more quaffable and (in my eyes) interesting at the same time.

[@AskAScreenwriter]

Talking about 'floral' notes, I actually went to a greenhouse at the Missouri Botanical Garden this Summer where a Titan Arum was in full bloom. I don't ever want to smell THAT in my whiskey!

[@GuernB2]

Glenfarclas 12 is 50-55 dollars here in Michigan. Everything seems to be about 10 dollars more expensive here than the prices there in Texas.

[@lolpopcorn1000]

Rex's covert mooching victory expression at 3:25 though! Haha!!!

[@KSXIYo]

Hey guys I'm new to whisky and I always wonder what is up with chill filtering and why its lack thereof is considered better.

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

When a whisky isn't cold filtered, if you chill it (add stones or ice, etc) it goes cloudy. The chill filtering ensures this won't happen. I'm not sure to what extent it does or doesn't affect flavour. I think it might also help mellow the alcohol aggression, but not sure. Anything over a certain ABV won't be chill filtered, though I can't recall what the specific metric is and I don't feel like Googling right now...it might only be for Cask Strength, but for some reason 46% is stuck in my head. One reason I can think of for not wanting the whisky to go cloudy when chilled is when serving cocktails. I think the objection comes from people saying you're tampering with the whisky. So they wear it as a badge of honour that they don't do it...you're getting something closer to traditional methods.

[@willhenryshortterms]

Organization of the Whiskey Vault at 9:00

[@TheNiteinjail]

So a tiny tiny pour of vodka might make a very effective palette cleanser between tastings? I wonder if a cheap vodka rinse would work?

[@allanmcdonough9334]

Hey guys, with us marching into December tomorrow, and the master of malt advent calendars coming out. Why don't you get some sample bottles so you and Rex can make each other an advent calendar of whiskies from the vault. That way you can surprise each other with nice wee drams. I reckon you guys would come up with better calendars than Master of Malt or at least run them close.

[@WhiskeyVault]

I'm doing the Whisky advent calendar this year! Just like the way this show started. should release around 4pm CST each day.

[@crystalmethshrimp]

Damn, I’m new to whiskey and I had this with dinner last weekend and thought it was delicious. Now I can’t decide to pick up the Talisker 10 or Deanston 12. Everyone on the T10 comments claims it’s there favourite dram but all love and praise goes to the D12 over on that video’s comments. Help!

[@donna30044]

Yesterday (29Dec2019) evening, I bought a bottle of the Deanston 12 and tried it when I got home. All I can say for now is that it is most definitely and indubitably a keeper! Had my budget allowed, I probably would go back today for the Deanston Virgin Cask that was next to it. Maybe next year (which is next week. 😁)

[@jdnlv]

Daniel bringing the science and philosophy makes for a beautiful review.

[@ioloro]

I'm doing the advent calendar reviews too!... But I'm tacking on 6 more whiskeys to the end of the calendar so it's the *MONTH OF WHISKEY*

[@stevenspinning8667]

Whats up daniel the magnificent ... rex. I doubt this comment will be seen or make it into a video but i just stumbled upon a whiskey blend that i really enjoy. So after noticing i had very little 4 roses single barrel and even less wild turkey 101 i noticed a shimmering reflection of light behind the pile of empty bottles on my shelf. What i discovered was a bottle of angels envy, about 40% full. After adding the remains of the aforementioned WT and 4 roses i shook the bottle a bit. Little did i know that upon pouring this whiskey it would become a true favorite of mine. I know you guys arent fans of sweet but you may like this combo as much as i do .

[@stevenspinning8667]

Also forgot to add it was about an 80/10/10 mix

[@patrickhodson8715]

I said I would wait til Saturday to try scotch in my coffee but I couldn’t wait. Since I didn’t have to work or go to class today, I tried it just now. I’d give it a solid 3/10. First of all I’m not usually big on mixing caffeine and alcohol, so I would have to be pretty spectacular for me to like it. Second of all, I usually only like my coffee either black or obscenely, dessertly sweet, so black coffee with a shot of whisky was right in between those two, where I most dislike it. Third, to me it seemed like it buried the actual taste of the whisky (I used monkey shoulder) while preserving the ethanol taste. I think it would still be worth trying with a stronger-tasting whisky at some point, probably with an Islay once I acquire a taste for them, but for now I’m not going to be doing that again any time soon. Also I should say that I make my coffee pretty strong, and that I’m pretty new to scotch and I’m not very good yet at identifying and differentiating the different types of whisk(e)y. If anyone else has tried it or wants to try it I’m curious know what you find.

[@YaBoyJedi]

I’m loving the sparkly beard Daniel!

[@deanopick8775]

Deanstone 12 is my alltime favourite is there anything else similar i can try? Cheers

[@style11guru]

Did the text on the layout of the vault misspell Islay? I saw no "y" 😮

[@ifancyurmom]

Rex’s mooch skills have become more and more subtle and masterful its amazing to watch 😂😂😂

[@GunnySGT1911]

Beard sparkle at 3:13

[@mccallcarlson3580]

An extravagant one too.

[@mccallcarlson3580]

That was a sparkle fountain.

[@HIMcules2112]

if I'm drinking vodka i like to chase with a dill pickle or even sour kraut

[@Grovesrussell]

If anyone hasnt got their calender its on offer today on amazon uk for around £100. Next episode the mooch on screen title should read the dumpster instead. Sorry rex

[@lightfire33]

I find it funny, that the first whisky in my daily whisky calendar happen to be Glenfarclas 12

[@skruger85]

I keep seeing the Glenfiddich Project XX in the bottom left of the video's. It's the next thing I want to buy, mainly cuz of the love for fiddich, the bottle and the story. But is it any good? I'd love it to be reviewed!

[@royalgamble]

Hello Whiskey Vault, one question, have you ever tried the kentucky Fire Whiskey from Jim Beam? I have tried myself and it has a very special flavor, even with the cinnamon punching in the flavor, it lingers a pleasant sensation in the tongue, would you review it?

[@n.m.sh.8706]

Deanston 12 reminded me in the finish/aftertaste of "noble rot" dessert wines (Tokay, Sauternes...). I liked Deanston 12 so much that I visited the distillery (it's close to the castle in which Monty Python shot one of their movies), it was the first distillery that I visited. I liked a lot the whole range of Deanston.

[@TheSecondof5]

Austin, Texas. Not many blizzards I bet.

[@martdejager3102]

My eye keeps falling on that Glenfiddich Project XX, ''Hint hint''

[@HighFistShin]

Ordered a Glencadam 21 from MOM last week and received it in two pieces. The scotch splashed on my shirt when I opened the package. I smelled of fruit cake for a time while I quietly weeped over the lose of my Xmas present. To their credit, MOM immediately apologized and sent another. It's on the truck now and I'll praying it arrives intact. Any chance you gentlemen could do a review of Glencadam 21? Much obliged.

[@Paul_Calvi]

Loved the opening! Hilarious!

[@YaBoyJedi]

Pickles in the back, Rex? Can you explain what you mean? I’m not sure 🤔 what you are trying to say.

[@PyR0J0k3R]

Hey Daniel, whats ur opinion on the Canadian Club Small Batch and the Johnnie Walker Red Label ? Would love to hear from you... i really dont like the red label even for the low price and i cant discribe this special taste of the Canadian Club 12 therefor id love to hear ur opinion on it :) Greatings from Germany

[@Andre-hq8bb]

I was going back and watching older videos. And found on Nov 30 2017 there was a Daniels beard on the glass? Why Why

[@Shane4Bass]

The Deanston 12 does not have any harsh alcoholic notes to it, simply because it is such a well made whisk

[@TheSecondof5]

Imagine being trapped inside this place in a blizzard for three days. Just waiting for a bottle of Deanston 12 to arrive so I can continue my education. Interesting to hear the comparison with the Glenfarclas as I have yet to try one of theirs. Cheers and happy learning.

[@holmstrom0528]

In sweden, a beer company made a heavy metal beer with raindeer blood. Maby a good idea for one of your whiskys ;) ? Skål ( cheers )

[@soundsosincere]

deanston 12 was recommended to me by my spirit dealer as a cheap but great whiskey. first 10 drams was ok but a lil meh. from then on he went all the way up. either this needs some room in the bottle or my brain needed to adapt. lil bit of both i guess.

[@chancemoser7568]

Sir Rex Williams, you are not a whisky dumpster, you are THE whisky dumpster! You guys are the magnificent bastards for all your effort in these shows! Thanks! Review 1835 please

[@Holcombi]

Are you guys ever going to review Compass Box Orangerie?

[@WhiskeyVault]

Likely no.

[@Hazdanz]

Rex "I'll drink mooched whiskey sieved through a sock" Williams. Great review as always.

[@fredsmith3055]

Mooch smile after saying let's pull the Glenfarclas

[@georgecocon3739]

Longrow 18 review?😇😁😅😎🧐

[@b.benjamineriksson6030]

A Deanston 12 is about 50$ in Sweden

[@leepetrenka]

Rex & Daniel, are inappropriate toasts alright ? My old band had a go to toast before each set. “To Honor”

[@beary-allen0]

Please try METHOD AND MADNESS. Single grain or single malt.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Just got some! Looking forward to trying it.

[@WinnieThePooh333]

what is your guys favourite ardbeg? i want to get one, because i heard it's great and i haven't yet tried any, which should be first on my list?

[@WhiskeyVault]

the 10 is classic. Dark Cove is magical

[@WinnieThePooh333]

Whiskey Vault yeah but I can buy 4 bruichladdich laddies for the same price as the dark cove, but I guess if you say so I'll invest

[@JimmyLeg]

Stick with the 10. Don't support their NAS offerings or they'll just keep doing it.

[@treypesci9792]

The Splinter Group Slaughter House?

[@superhumanben]

I lost a bet long ago and had to do a shot of their choice. The shot was Wild Turkey + Dill Pickle juice. He called it a Brooklyn Hooker. It tasted like I had licked a grand central station bathroom including full ashtrays clean with my tongue. Never ever ever again!

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

try a southern peach. any bourbon and peach schnapps. its actually really good.

[@gerardorosas9494]

Benjamin Ross Ive tried Jameson with pickel juice, it was good but id rather just stick to neat

[@brandonbeddows5101]

Tommmmyyy lol can wait for whiskey biscuits shenanigans

[@drcwatson]

Are you guys picky about the coffee you drink?

[@WhiskeyVault]

I am.

[@christophermorkel.1955]

Deanston 12 is roughly 45$ here sounds worthy of my money 👌🏻

[@spud1300]

I love how you guys have an open mind about most drinks..... but is there actually a scotch or whisky you don't like? I'd be curious to see a worst whiskies video. It will give my wallet a chance to bounce back from your constant amazing recommendations. Thanks guys.

[@redletterl78]

True Story I had a difficult time with Auchentoshan American Oak. The nose is horrendous. Edradour 10 is challenging but grew on me.

[@chuck430]

i didnt think Daniel was going to break but the 3rd time was the charm....pickle in the back

[@ironmantran]

REVIEW 10/19 - - - SHOW 10/10 - - - - DEAN -18 BECOMES CLAS-12 : PRICELESS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@civraypete]

At last, someone else who agrees that certain Bourbons (and Jamesons I've found) have a pickle taste to them, I thought I was the only one who could taste it but it seems I'm not alone.

[@porondanga]

The guy from the toast has a magnificent beard. Just wanted to put that out there. Great toast too.

[@joedentrone872]

Pretty sure Rex had a stroke at the beginning

[@FightStealDrink]

and a pickle at the end.

[@YaBoyJedi]

Rex oh, I thought you had a pickle in the back. Like ya know in the back door. At least that is the feeling I got off of it. I’m not sure that would be a great feeling. That would be a pretty shitty pickle. 😂 The puns just keeping coming out of me.

[@JimmyLeg]

Rex, and a pickle IN the end I believe is what you meant to type.

[@deangjerde8071]

What is the most obscure whiskey you guys have ever tried?

[@michaeldraut8336]

Oh Rex so under valued at times... Pickle in the back!! Question for you glorious bastards, there is a Daniel Beard shaped Garfield sticker on the back window, any chance of printing that off and offering for mass consumption on Whiskey Biscuits or Whiskey Tribe? I bet the tribe would be happy to take photos with it holding their favorite Spirits.. Thanks for all you do!

[@GunnySGT1911]

Michael Draut I've been wondering what that was. This is the first episode I could see it clearly enough. I like your idea too.

[@mccallcarlson3580]

I think that's the beard Rex wore when they dressed as each other for the Halloween episode.

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

All hail the Whisky Mariachi!

[@lordyekok6579]

Top sweetest whisky

[@AskAScreenwriter]

That opening spot made me think it was Monday again!

[@ct9737]

Not for nothing but,that would make a great t-shirt.The Whiskey Dumpster!!!

[@YaBoyJedi]

Okay so this is literally the third comment I’ve made but this just came to me. The dill note that you guys don’t like (or more that Daniel isn’t in favor of) is more commonly known to be in beer. Especially an IPA. The hops tend to not only give off citrusy notes but if something goes a-rye (ha ha ha ha ha get the pun) the briny, acidic, “pickle-like” notes will show up. I think something similar happened in that whisk(e)y but the master distiller enjoyed it and chose to keep it in there.

[@WhiskeyVault]

very possible!

[@aaronhoff1097]

You guys are great

[@angeljaviersolersepulveda2950]

0:56 daniel (dave) does the mr. burns from the simpsons!!! the beard mr. burns!!1 hahaha

[@redgrif51]

The Mooch is dead. LONG LIVE THE WHISK(E)Y DUMPSTER! #whiskeydumpster

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

shoenice22 thats the whiskey dumpster, or i guess he could replace the liquor on trailer park boys #RIPJimLahey

[@tonis7928]

Deanston it the good one👌✌️

[@Ljorm]

Rex you prig! LOL... I can't take a drink and watch these videos. 10:56 "Pickle in the back" (that look) made me choke on my drink! These video's need warning label!

[@talkinballs]

Guys, as it's Christmas and all that I'm looking recommendations for a present, for myself. I'm in Ireland but can buy from UK. There isn't any whiskey style I dislike, that said I'm really getting into Japanese at the moment. I'm looking to spend around 100 currencies. Anyone got a drop your trousers and go full mast whiskey that'll make my Christmas complete? I know there's a video of "bang for your buck" whiskeys but I'm looking something a little more special. Perhaps even a "selection box" of whiskeys, I know you can get 'em in single measures. I'm not looking to share. Answers on a post card.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Anything Nikka or Yamazaki as a good go to

[@adamlevschuk571]

please please please do a fireball review.

[@porondanga]

Adam Levschuk what is this foolishness???!!!

[@thomasbuck303]

No

[@JimmyLeg]

I've never met an Adam I liked.

[@porondanga]

Has anyone ever?

[@jamesriley72281]

I love picklebacks!