Whisky Review: Glengoyne 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch

[@schrutefarms5477]

This is the coolest thing to be a part of, I remember when it was under 5k subscribers. You guys are almost at 100k, awesome channel. The content is topnotch, the information is topnotch, the interaction with supporters is in my opinion the best out there. Very happy for you guys, your staff, and all the damn bastards supporting.

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[@TGrabs22]

So glad you went back to reviewing whisky that I can actually buy. This one is on my list!

[@raindelay23]

my list is 102 bottles long hahaha

[@whiskeyjohnston]

My co-workers and patients think I'm taking a dump, but really I hide in the bathroom to watch your videos... and also take a dump. But mainly watch your videos

[@markinfamous1753]

Paul Johnston lol same!!!

[@6038adams]

I do the same haha I have turn volume way Down though

[@Vindanae]

This is awesome to see. I was at their distillery when I was on a school trip in April, and we could see the whole process. Also, I bought a 15 yo single malt from them, and as I tasted it, it was complex, a bit spicy, but smooth. Also, shoutout to Isla, who was the guide when we visited (also, we were the 1st guests of her's). Great review, their product is approved, and recommended! :D

[@GeorgeArvanitidisart]

I love Daniels trivia!!! Every single time!!!

[@louiscaeiroramos8051]

I had a tour in Glengoyne, including dinner and created my own whiskey 8 years ago. We stayed in the nearby Cameron House on Loch Lomond for 2 nights with a party of 16. 2 of us had climmed a mountain that morning. Some famous trail.

[@thewhiskycouch7886]

Glengoyne, a great distillery releasing some great expressions. Maybe it’s in part because of the Golden Promise barley 🤩! Great video 😊🎥!

[@jaspastritt1364]

Bought some Glengoyne 10 as my first non-budget whiskey and it was fantastic so bought the 12 year and WOW. So much more flavour.

[@BigMugsChannel]

Every time I crack a new bottle I watch your videos. Love you guys

[@JoshuaSeigler]

AHHH my favorite distillery! I just got back from a Scotland vacation and dropped in for a tour!

[@WhiskyGeek]

Absolutely love the Glengoyne 12. They make some amazing whiskies but the 12 year old is a stand-out at an excellent price point!

[@fishinfredster]

Every time I watch this channel, I am teleported back to a marvelous time where I was able to afford KZbin Red and partake in ad free videos. Ahhh thanks for the memories guys, oh and the whiskey shenanigans.

[@kieranmiles3198]

Got to tour the distillery last year while up in Glasgow. Was actually the thing that got me into whisky...

[@calebsteingruber6906]

Nice video...I tried Glengoyne 12yr for the first time a month or so ago...Man was it smooth, very easy to drink, not super complex, but very fruity and buttery. My first thought was that it reminded me of an Irish, sort of a Scotch interpretation of a cross between Tullamore D.E.W and Teeling single malt.

[@johnleiman6194]

Just bought this a few weeks ago on sale after reading a couple quick reviews standing in the isle. Opened it tonight and watched the review as I tasted it. This is getting added to my regular rotation. Oaky musty goodness

[@martin.m4306]

Ron zacapa is packed full of sugar, and is almost a molasses liquer, i would suggest for anyone interested in rum to go and watch ralfy's rum reviews

[@f50marco]

Agreed! Another good option would be Plantation la Reunion 12 year. Finished in Rye whiskey barrels and bottles at ~54%. Top notch!

[@anthonyconstantine3986]

Love the videos guys!!! Learning a lot. Have to tell you a deep dark secret.....some days I just want to savor the aromas and flavors without trying to discern the individual notes. I might be lazy but sometimes this effort just gets in the way of enjoying a great dram. Hope you understand.

[@ronaldguidry2256]

I recommend the Loch Lomond 12. Super, super good. Very affordable, but hard to find.

[@PeterSpiers]

yo! discovered your channel last year when a friend of mine got me into whiskey. After many sample/half/full size bottles being consumed we're both finally going to Islay in early August. Rather than be a silent lurker, just dropping a comment here to say thanks for your awesome reviews!

[@bodie37]

If you ever get to Scotland then this one distillery you should visit. Absolutlely stunning and my favourite mainland distillery

[@sleuwi]

a few years ago i was in scotland and went on a distillery tour at glengoyne, had never heard of them before so it was a bit of a gamble. Anyway, great whiskey, great tour, got to taste 12, 18 and 20something year old. The 12 yo was definitely my favorite! i can really recommend a tour there for anyone who likes whiskey, once this pandemic-shit is over :)

[@davidhunter5184]

Excellent video guys, Glengoyne is my favourite distillery, great to see it reviewed in the vault

[@WhiskyCanuck]

Big Glengoyne fan here, I've been to Scotland twice, and visited their distillery both times :)

[@WheelHouse1of1]

Glengoyne 12 is one of my favorites. The 18 is awsome aswell. Great video again! Glenfinnich 21 rum cask

[@vanityguitarist]

Excited to see you guys loving this whiskey. It's my first scotch I've enjoyed (trying cheap blended first) and got the opportunity to visit the distillery. Highly recommended going if in the area

[@kaney1967]

I have a few bottles of Glengoyne and took the distillery tour last week! Excellent whisky from a great distillery. The 12 year old is my favourite, though I’ve yet to sample the 21.

[@robertcox5407]

Glengoyne is one of my favorites too. Try the 18 year it is very good value for the age. Natural color right on the label nice touch.

[@jnewman1991]

I picked up a bottle of this after watching. I'm still relatively new to whisky but this stuff is great. Definitely a new favorite.

[@alyr9640]

Yay! A scotch day!

[@Elitist20]

I was looking for something on the single malt whisky flavour map that was in the 'Rich/Delicate' quadrant, after trying 'Light/Smoky' (Ardbeg, Bruichladdich) and 'Rich/Smoky' (Lagavullin, Talisker), and so now I'm trying Glengoyne. I hadn't heard of it, don't recall having seen it at my local bottle shop before (or pehaps just hadn't noticed). Very nice.

[@burleymullins8776]

Gonna add Mead to the list of non-whiskey drinks Daniel loves eventually.

[@GunnySGT1911]

Burley Mullins If my latest batch turns out well, I might send him a bottle. Have to wait and see.

[@raymondreimer7521]

Thanks for the review

[@Teddy_koh]

This is actually next on my whiskey shopping list! Thanks for the great timing :)

[@Sparooga]

I love you guys. Please never stop with the content!

[@mastermattk]

Yes Mezcal! Sombra is my fave...

[@rnatodna]

I've been brewing beer for years. Golden Promise barley along with Maris Otter create really full and malty beer when compared to North American 2-row and 6-row barley. I wonder if any whiskey distillers ever use specialty malts like they do in beer.....things like Munich Malt, Biscuit Malt, Belgian Crystal Malts etc?

[@meesternibbles]

Nectar d'or is one of my favorites... going to have to try that glengoyne!

[@GunnySGT1911]

Hey Daniel, my local homebrew store sells Golden Promise barley. I've been wanting to give it a try as the base malt in an ale. Now having seen this video, I'm going to do it and see if it makes that big of a difference. Ron Zacapa 23 is amazing.

[@arnavdas1300]

Daniel.... Try and source an Old Monk XXX rum.... I believe you will love it.

[@scottyennis2523]

Watched this while honeymooning in Antigua. Resort here has Jameson and Glenlivet Founders Reserve....sooo one glass at a time I will be getting my money's worth

[@alyr9640]

William Ennis, JR. Congratulations! Have a fantastic time!

[@WineLightMedia]

So Rex, which did you like better - nectar d’or or glengoyne?

[@griffithsqwerty]

Would be interesting to hear about your experience living in Scotland, is there a previous video in which you talked about this?

[@NorthTexasGardening]

Glengoyne is an excellent whisky and deserves a slot in any respectable home bar.

[@asentimentalman6655]

The former Master Mooch shall now therefore be referred to as "broken wing". Only recieving his former title once his spirit animal is restored.

[@leviscott2793]

Raymond...you have a channel?

[@asentimentalman6655]

Levi Scott yes sir. I'm hoping to do an official launch in another month or so. Things have prevented it from launching sooner.

[@leviscott2793]

Well good sir, I have subscribed and turned on the bell. Looking forward

[@asentimentalman6655]

Levi Scott thank you sir. I appreciate that

[@stanislavmigra]

Had GLengoyne 15 as an "extra" in tasting event, right after Laphroaig PX Cask (which came after Laph QC cask) and was really surprised how I enjoyed it and that after Laphroaigs I can pick tasting notes from this really easily. Great stuff for very good price.

[@waylennelson6302]

Since you guys say this is similar to d'or, then I going to have to try this since I happen to really enjoy that flavor profile.

[@TheWolfteamGamerN00b]

Shoulda tried the 21yo too, that thing was killer, super good

[@warhawkofchogoris8555]

You guys should do the Glenfiddich special series, project xx, India pale ale and winter storm

[@MegaFukup]

I'm surprised you didn't get the old books on the nose, happens to me every time with glengoyne 12

[@timsisco3742]

Nice Notting Hill reference there Daniel.

[@ChaosAI24]

Yeah Golden Promise is awesome, so is revived Crisp Chevallier Heritage!

[@joshheadley4941]

Daniel Try Rhum Barbancourt it is delicious, and small batch... they have a great story as far as the sugar cane they source. I think you might like it if you gave it a try. I will say I prefer whiskey as well, but I delve into other tasty adult beverages... Also Rex you are the Dude or THE DUDE?

[@davidmiddleton2005]

When I visited Glengoyne the guide said the water used is just the main water all us scottish people get through our taps to drink, bath etc. Ok being scotland it does come out a loch or reservoir but its not a special source anymore.

[@seanderrick1422]

Did the guys ever post where to put your name if you completed Dry week. I didn't see it called out in a video or the newsletter.

[@macklinator]

You mentioned hero whisky. I'm curious, what's your list of hero whisky's? Love your banter and info guys, keep it up.

[@wildernessman760]

I dabble a bit in patrons tequila. It has a very smooth taste and complexity.

[@heinrichreichel2686]

How do you guys feel about Brandy? In my experience, a brandy is way too aggresive to enjoy. I don't know if it was only the specific one I had, but I would like to hear your opinion.

[@_sonexay]

Occasionally drinking Gin (Botanist) and Tonic since it's been hot and i'm not in the mood for whisk(e)y. Good stuff.

[@ussmt071]

I can’t believe you quoted some notting hill.

[@RyanErland]

I watched your Dalmore 12 & 15 videos and you say you did a Cigar Malt video but I don't think you have. Unless was it in a live stream or 30+ min video I haven't watched yet. But if you haven't can you guys review it?

[@datSnoz]

You guys need to review Octomore 8.3!

[@user-yx7dp2pl8t]

I always find Glengoyne has a chocolate note at the end

[@kempire4623]

Ron Zacapa 23 is some tasty stuff and one of the only non whiskey bottles in my rotation

[@jonathonghowarth]

Great whiskey! Good video.

[@jonnyz6960]

Take a couple drops of all your whiskey and try them mixes together

[@MarkusKreitner]

It seems I have to get myself one of those...damn, since watching you guys my whisky collection went from 1 Glenfiddich to 15 different ones now. Oh and btw, gin...Daniel, try Brockmans, if you can get it!

[@Radtown09]

Hey guys, love the channel! Had a quick question, you all mentioned a rare scotch to find here in the states and if you do, it's expensive. My buddy is in Scotland as we speak and I was gonna try to get him to find a bottle. Only thing is, I forget the name. You mentioned it awhile back and I believe it started with an "L". Any help would be appreciated.

[@WhiskeyVault]

The Longmorn 16?

[@Radtown09]

Whiskey Vault that's it. Thanks!

[@bmsmusician]

I recently bought a Glengoyne 3 pack with 10, 15 and 18 years old small bottles. In a previous episode you said that it is not necessarily better just because it is older. Of course I think I should drink these in age order but do you have a different idea? PS I wrote this question in a previous episode but figures it might make more sense here...

[@tjadelooman1742]

With aging you definitely lose some of the fruity floral notes and especially with the Glengoyne series the years really add a lot of smooth woody nutty chocolate notes if that makes sense haha. In essence if you fancy a more fruity whisky the 10 is a better choice for the moment, if you fancy a smooth rich whisky the 15 and 18 are ‘’better’’ whisky`s.

[@bmsmusician]

Very interesting! I think I'll pour all three in separate glasses and just go back and forth between them.

[@firefly951995]

Would really want to see you both crack the Glenlivet code on the Glenlivet website. It requires you to test your skills by inputting your answers in a sort of like a game to assess the new "Glenlivet Code" whiskey which does not come with anything hinting of its notes, age, cask, aromas, color etc... Not sure anyone got a 100 on that one so far.

[@BugattiDane]

If you happen to have access to a Costco near you in Austin, I think it'd be interesting to hear your opinions on their whiskeys. They have blended scotch, Canadian, 18 year scotch, and have even released some older age-statement scotch in the past I believe. The price of these is very appealing to me, but I fear there is good reason for the cheap price tag!

[@KevinB-ih9sl]

The liquor laws in TX suck. While we do have liquor stores attached to Costco, they aren't "Costco" liquor. So we can't get any costco branded liquor which sucks balls. I went to CO last year and especially loved the Costco Cognac and not to mention their prices!

[@NorthTexasGardening]

Diplomatico no3 pot still. Best rum hands down

[@choppersplace]

this reminds me of the irish whiskey greenspot. update: i took roy's tip on comparing them side by side...now i can understand what rob/whiskey in the 6 said of the glengoyne having more malt on the nose...and what rex says of the greenspot having that butter biscuit. despite my palette being limited (i'm a newbie, 3 months in) that tips of side by side tasting/smelling really does help one in pulling out better the differences. btw, per the commentor's op on all Irish tasting the same: try jameson black barrel (toffee, butterscotch) vs greenspot (fresh apple). that jameson's black barrel is just something....like an irish whiskey married a bourbon and they had a baby.

[@Bloodlustian]

My coworker recently had the pleasure of visiting and blending his own Glengoyne batch via a distillery tour. Neither of us had heard anything of then before that, and were only able to find solid information in our country of their 21 year single malt. And now you guys review it. Couldn't this have come 3 weeks ago?

[@axell19000]

Do The 21 next its amazing

[@kilocharlieWOC]

You guys never mention Knappogue Castle when you talk about Irish Whiskey

[@mikeb4469]

Ermahgerd I am almost caught up!

[@johnhughes2058]

So question, how much should a person pour into a glencarin? I just purchased one and im used to filling glasses up to almost full and I'm thinking that would be bad for the tulip glass.

[@GWDH19]

The same level as the widest part of the glass

[@mysticpizza02]

Macduffer here!

[@jackieflannery1974]

Guys... When it comes to rum Zacapa has the aura of a Macallan but actually is nothing more than a flavoured whisky. Rum is going through a tuff process in which the Real rum is starting to get the attention that it deserves. Zacapa, Diplomático and even Plantation are all rum that uses sugar after distillation. Daniel.. I recommend you to find rums from Foursquare, Barbados (vintage 2004, 2005). Kill Devil ( Hunter L. From Scotland) Dunkan Taylor Velier These are few rum distilleries/ind bottlers that offers real rum. If you want something extreme, get Jamaicans. Worthy Park or Hampden. Cheers!

[@charlesashworth6805]

So is glengoyne the secret love child of glenmorangie and glenlivet 🤔

[@mathiasstorm7446]

Loch Lommond is Captain Haddocks favorite whisky 🤫

[@ducttapeful]

Rex seems very sommy today.

[@IrateWizrd]

Caleb Blagg maybe without his spirit animal he's losing his moochiness

[@bobafettdude101]

Caleb Blagg indeed, even correcting Daniel’s pronunciation of Glenmorangie

[@ducttapeful]

We have a conspiracy going on here

[@chuck430]

Lemon, I thought it was more orange zest

[@akillersandwich8360]

Just had a thought...i don't know how many other MBs got here through the pewdiepie whiskey video, but I kinda feel like he should at the very least, get a sample for review. I'm curious to see how very nice it is.

[@callumclyde2842]

Rex week !!!!!

[@lachlanburton1691]

Rex would look like the dude out of "the big lebowski" if he grew his hair out. Also, love the episodes, have been binge watching. I feel like I have my phd In Whisk(e)y at 20.

[@andrewkall7458]

If you guys are still taking requests, can the pweeble get a review for The Famous Grouse. Its allegedly the best selling blend in Scotland. Allegedly.

[@craigd123]

It's sugar water for peasants

[@williamsmith1741]

Can you explain what "Slow Fermentation" is? I know, Google it (which I've totally already done), but I'm asking for the lazy people.

[@WhiskeyVault]

The temp at which fermentation goes controls how fast the yeast works. Hot and fast fermentation makes the yeast eat through the available sugars at high speed and it can create significantly different flavor components. Slow and controlled fermentation is more common in the beer world and it keeps the yeast under control and creating more taste acceptable components. that's the seriously oversimplified version :-)

[@kctopbbq]

So with that shirt and cap...Rex looks like he's reviving the Cledus Snow impression (Jerry Reed's role) from Smokey and the Bandit....."Hey Snowman, you got your ears on?"...."Rex/Snowman replies "Hoss, you ain't gonna believe this, but that crazy sombitch just tried to drive right up under my truck!"

[@RM-dq9ne]

I know u don't like to discuss much about whether a certain price is good or bad to pay for a whisky.. But I can get my hands on john walker & sons king George V for 250€.. Which seems like a great deal and the whisky itself also seems to be of a good quality.. Tell me Senpai.. Should I go for it? I have time till Sunday, then the websites deal is expired =)

[@pikerize]

Maybe she's made with it, maybe it's golden promise barley.

[@carevega2106]

can you PLEASE hold up the bottle of whatever you are drinking...so we can see the label.

[@markvironda]

I got casks in low places

[@WhiskeyQuests]

Wow the mooch is so sad. He didn’t push for the compare 😲

[@JefferyEPetrone]

First in Jeff, last in whisk(e)y.

[@josephappleton1061]

Glengoyne 10 vs Speyburn 10

[@davidmathieson8661]

I like me a glengoyne

[@dannydecala1]

Give us the "trash cam"

[@DavidWhitelawuk]

A little gutted to hear Daniel refer to Loch Lomond as a lake. Every body of fresh water is called a loch in Scotland, except the Lake of Menteith. Lake is a term used throughout the English speaking world, but it's 'loch' in Scotland!

[@WhiskeyVault]

Practicing my translation skills :)

[@paulk2560]

Good thing he didnt talk about the heath

[@RhinoViper]

The more I get into whiskey the more I realize I don't really want it to be smooth and forgettable. I want my whiskey to give me something...whether it's a spice kick, peat/smoke, abv hit....something. If I want something smooth and easy to drink I won't spend the $$$ on an "expensive" whiskey and just go drink something like a screwdriver(OJ and Vodka) or something similar.