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Recycled Reviews #4 - 15 Whiskies Reviewed in 15 mins
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Күн бұрынAnother 15 empties give up a little pleasure for me before a final goodbye. Please don't take the scoring too seriously. Apply your rational intelligence and follow the spirit of this review rather than the letter, or er...number. I try to score whiskies based on how they should be judged against their contemporaries. That is, in the context of how they are intended. Should a Johnny Walker Red Label only receive 6 out of 10 against a £100 single malt's 9 out of 10? No. I don't think so. As a blend, JWR is damn consistent and great at what it does. For that is deserves more - and should never be compared to a premium sipping malt.
The whiskies this time around are Glendronach 8yo "The Hielan", Craigellachie 13yo, Tomatin 12yo and Legacy (Dualchas), Nikka Coffey Malt, Compass Box Spice Tree, Kininvie 17yo & 23yo, Glenfarclas 10yo, Linkwood 12yo, Deanston 12yo, Royal Brackla 16yo, Jura Prophecy, AnCnoc 12, Lagavulin 12yo CS SR 2017.
The opinions I offer here are based on the opinion of me, one guy, and where I am in whisky right now. I reserve the right to completely change my mind in a few months, or a few minutes. While I'm sincere, please know this is intended to be fun.
Don't take my word for it! Here are some other #whiskytube and #whiskyfabric reviews to check out if you're curious about any of these bottles:
Glendronach 8yo - The Hielan' 0:20
Ralfy • ralfy review 673 - Gle...
Malted in Montreal • Video
WhiskyWhistle • Glendronach 8 Year Old...
Craigellachie 13yo 0:58
Ralfy • whisky review 497 - Cr...
Scotch4dummies • Craigellachie 13 Year ...
JasonWhiskyWise • Craigellachie 13 Year ...
Trenny & C • Craigellachie 13 year ...
Tomatin 12yo 1:33
Scotch Test Dummies • Tomatin 12 Year Whisky...
Ralfy • ralfy review 656 - Tom...
Whisky in the 6 • Tomatin 12 Year Old Re...
Tomatin Legacy (Dualchas in the US) 2:08
Malt Box • Malt Box Whisky Review...
Whisky in the 6 • Tomatin Legacy. Whisky...
No Nonsense Whisky • Tomatin Legacy (Dualch...
Scotch Test Dummies • Tomatin Dualchas Singl...
Nikka Coffey Malt 3:03
The Whisky Couch • Nikka Coffey Malt: The...
WhiskydotCom • Whisky Review/Tasting:...
Compass Box Spice Tree Blended Malt 3:45
The Whiskey Vault • Whisky Review - Compas...
Malt Box • Malt Box Whisky Review...
WhiskyWhistle • Compass Box The Spice ...
Kininvie 17yo 4:41
WhiskydotCom • Compass Box The Spice ...
JasonWhiskyWise • Kininvie 17 Year Old B...
MALT malt-review.co...
Kininvie 23yo 4:41
Whisky Wednesday • Kininvie 23 Year Old B...
Somerset Whisky Blog www.somersetwh...
Glenfarclas 10yo 6:25
Ralfy • whisky review 202 - Gl...
Malt Box • Malt Box Whisky Review...
The Malted Man Cave • Glenfarclas 10
Malted in Montreal • Video
Linkwood 12yo Flora & Fauna 7:24
• ralfy review 680 - Lin...
Deanston 12yo 8:26
Ralfy • whisky review 309 - De...
The Whiskey Vault • Whiskey Review - Deans...
Whisky Whistle • Deanston 12 : WhiskyWh...
Royal Brackla 16yo 9:15
WhiskydotCom • Whisky Review/Tasting:...
Jura Prophecy 10:18
WhiskydotCom • Whisky Review/Tasting:...
Whisky Wednesday • Jura Prophecy Whisky R...
Foodquig • Jura Prophecy
The Whisky Couch • Jura Prophecy: Whisky ...
AnCnoc 12yo 11:25
Scotch Test Dummies • AnCnoc 12 Year Old Sin...
Ralfy • whisky review 148 - An...
Whisky Wednesday • AnCnoc 12 Year Old Sin...
Lagavulin 12yo (2017 Special Release) 12:38
Scotch Test Dummies • Lagavulin 12 Year Limi...
Whisky Wednesday • Whisky Wednesday - Lag...
The Malted Man Cave • Lagavulin 12: Special ...
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Music by the awesome DJ Quads / aka-dj-quads .
Slàinte whisky folks!
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@slimvincent10 Жыл бұрын
This might be my favorite whiskey review format. no bells and whistles, lots of bottles thoughtfully reviewed. it's a great value for the time it takes me to watch.
@WhiskyNeighbour 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome work Roy! I look forward to these so much. Today I saw it pop up in my feed and honestly, I couldn't wait to get home and watch it on the big screen. Thanks so much for taking the time to share these thoughts with everyone!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend - awesome comment to read! It's a pleasure and you're welcome!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Links to full-length #whiskytube and #whiskyfabric reviews are included in the description. Slàinte folks!
@dietbruboy 6 жыл бұрын
I said it before, but you’ve really struck a chord with a lot of people who adore this format of video. Just brilliant. 👍
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend! Such a nice comment to read! (are you Roy from EK?)
@dietbruboy 6 жыл бұрын
Aqvavitae yes! One and the same! (should probably change my KZfaq username 😂) - did try messaging Julie @ GWC after your suggestion, couple of times now via Twitter, but not heard anything - I’m probably doing it wrong! Our whisky tutor (John Lamond) thinks it’s possible the GWC has a waiting list 😮
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
email me.
@dietbruboy 6 жыл бұрын
Aqvavitae done!
@georgekaplan5073 6 жыл бұрын
Entertaining and educational as always. Aimee and I watched this on my lunch break, on the TV the day it came out. I had to convince her to wait for me! Roy I really wonder what your neighbors must think if they ever see you outside talking to your recycle bin. If anyone ever hassles you, let us know and we will take care of them right away. Thanks again. Keep ‘em coming!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Hi George and thank you for your continued support! Yes, my neighbours have asked directly what I'm up to but it's more curious fascination followed by incredulity than anything resembling hassle, thankfully. It can feel a bit silly standing at your bin talking to a camera! Thank you and Aimee both for being around - it's very reassuring!
@shugaroony 6 жыл бұрын
It's people like you and Ralfy that burn holes in our pockets with all those delicious whiskies! I was writing down a list of next buys, and now you've made me add about another five to that list Roy! :D Really like AnCnoc 12, I had it at last years Hogmanay, I let it sit with a couple of drops of water in it for about an hour until the bells rang, and when I had it, it was glorious stuff. One of these bottles that gets better the more you go through the bottle! Had Spice Tree sitting unopened for about a year now, really need to get that rectified! Heard from a reviewer about Tomatin Legacy a while back being good value but forgot all about it. Seeing you liking it here too, reminds me I have to buy it now; it's always on special in the shops. Great vid mate, keep it up!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you fella and yes! That Spice Tree won't disappoint - it's a lovely, well-crafted and tasty dram. The Legacy is a good guilt-free every day sipper!
@riancreamer6904 6 жыл бұрын
Totally agree about the AnCnoc 12, really surprised me. You've got me really contemplating the Deanston VO as well! Excellent video, thanks!
@marksnitzer1976 6 жыл бұрын
I want to say thank you again, I find your videos to be a great guide as I continue explore the water of life, slainte!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark for stopping to leave a comment - very nice to read! Enjoy your continued exploration!
@rafx2014 6 жыл бұрын
The only type of evangelism I can stand. Keep up the good work!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
😅 I hear you Rafael! Look forward to welcoming you in on a stream soon! Thank you!
@triplecap4307 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Roy, pretty much in agreement on every one. But I don't have the RB16 in the collection, nor have I tried it (well for 15 years or so). I almost bought it today -- $130 US -- but just couldn't do it based on reviews. It's frustrating to have a hole in the collection, but especially after your review I'll just have to wait until they (or an indy) comes up with something better.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Walt! I kept holding out for that RB16 to develop, and it never did. Some drams are delicate and reveal themselves over time, but this stayed so...plain. In a flight it was a disaster and tasted watered down. Not bad whisky - just... no engagement. Maybe try a bar pour or try the 12yo (which I thought was ok) or 21yo (which I've yet to try).
@Koby616 10 ай бұрын
Fun type of video. The only negative thing is we need to wait quite a long time till we receive a new video 😊
@WhiskyInThe6 6 жыл бұрын
Great work Roy. First class production brother.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by buddy!
6 жыл бұрын
This was really great fun, but also lots of quality info. Really original way to present the whisky. 9/10 to you, my good man.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the compliments Pål! Nice to have you take the time!
@cab325i 6 жыл бұрын
You inspired me to finally pour the last dram of a bottle of Jura Superstition that I've had in my cabinet for months and add the bottle to my bin. I really wanted to like Jura, but every time I went to that bottle, I thought it was ... fine. Not bad, but nothing special. Granted it's the only Jura I've yet tried, but it didn't fill me with confidence to run out and get another.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank for watching Cab. Jura are capable of producing good whisky, but until that finds it's way into their bottles - we wait. Thank you for stopping by!
@jasonfisk1568 6 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Roy! Love the outro. With you on the Nikka Coffey Malt & Spice Tree bottles. Have yet to secure a 2017 Laga 12.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jason - and thanks for watching to the end for that wee easter egg out take! Get to work on that Lag - it'll not be around forever!
@duanejameslarge9920 6 жыл бұрын
Another great Recycled Review Roy ! I always enjoy seeing these. Thanks and Cheers !
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching Duane - and thanks for the nice comment!
@Kiltedmoose1 6 жыл бұрын
Another great video, mate. Agree wholeheartedly on Jura. I feel they could produce stunning whisky, but the low ABV in general etc doesn’t help. Give us Jura at at least 12 year’s old, non chill filtered and no colouring added and let’s see what it’s like.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Are you listening Whyte & Mackay? (Although I'm convinced the contents of the bottle is probably to do with Emperador) Thanks Scott.
@firstfill5072 6 жыл бұрын
Glad you made Deanston distillery of the year. It would be mine also. Got most bottlings in my collection including a few fill your own bottlings, although the 18 is a favourite. Also agree with Jura...Bland.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
They're doing great thing up there John and it deserves to be recognised. Thank you buddy!
@Sidmacher 6 жыл бұрын
Love these videos. I particularly liked the finger-pop for the screw cap Nikka. 😆
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
The screw tops are super tight and efficient, but you gotta love the pop!
@simplediversion4409 6 жыл бұрын
You had me salivating at that Lagavulin 12 Year! Sure wish we could find it around here. Its like the holy grail lol. Great video!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Try hard. It's worth it! Cheers boys, looking forward to your live! 😉
@ethanthaut9227 6 жыл бұрын
Hot coffee + a new Aqvavitae video = awesome start to any day. Another great video, Roy!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Wow Ethan - such a cool thing to say - thank you buddy!
@kevinbryant2367 6 жыл бұрын
Well done Roy, another great video. I've never tried Compass Box Spice Tree but so pleased I managed to pick it up in M&S last week for £32.00. Cheers, Kev
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Wow! That's a great buy - I gotta get myself along to M&S!! Thanks Kevin!
@vrich3733 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome Roy 👍👍👍! Tomatin Legacy, Glenfarclas 10yo, Deanston 12yo from your list are on my shelf right now and I am enjoying all of them, especially Glenfarclas! Boy...... that was good! Thanks Roy!!! Slàinte
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome, thanks for stopping by and commenting buddy!
@markbroda3783 6 жыл бұрын
Another great video Roy! So, you'd replace 13 of the 15.... you're drinkin' lots of good stuff!!!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
11 out of 15. 2 x Kininvies, Jura and Brackla got tossed in the back seat. Still, good drinkin' right enough!
@jaapkruijt2154 6 жыл бұрын
Well done Roy! You did do a great job again with this one! Great fun to watch and very informative at the same time! You invented a complete new whiskyreview format! Perhaps you should do this with mini bottles the next time, then we would'nt have to wait so long for the next one! ;-) Slàinte!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
That's an idea! A bit cheaper on the wallet too! Thanks for watching and leaving such a nice comment Jaap!
@scotchcooper8959 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent video as always, I look forward to the one when your bin men interrupt you out there one day haha
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
They already think I'm a Glaswegian jakey!
@TelextheWhiskyTech 6 жыл бұрын
Oooh would love to try that Glendronach Hielen 8. Also, totally agree with you on the Nikka Coffey Grain. Do have a Kinivie 23 sample coming - can't wait. I feel bad for you on the Brackla 16 =( ... You're definitely not the only one who feels that about Jura's official bottles. Thanks for sharing Roy, and hope to see ya on the air sometime soon.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Telex - will bump into you o the 'tube soon for sure!
@RBWhiskyWorld 6 жыл бұрын
Great video again Roy. Still hope to find the Lagavulin here in Spain.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
No esperes mucho tiempo! 😯
@RBWhiskyWorld 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah I've been on the lookout, but I haven't seen it in the wild. Otherwise I will probably have to order it in the UK.
@everwind5691 6 жыл бұрын
Great video! On your praise I sought out the Deanston 12 and managed to score a bottle. I can see why you like it. On the ABCD scale it really checks all the boxes. The price point is fantastic as prices continue to skyrocket. Keep them coming!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
I'd like an update when that Deanston has been open and breathing for a few weeks - it gets even better! Thank Everwind - glad you're around and take the time to comment.
@murduk88 5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic stuff. Very simple and helpful. Keep up the good work!
@jasonkleschult9118 6 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy all of the video content that you’re creating. In most cases, I am forced to live vicariously through you whiskytubers, because the selection in my area is not great. I am going to make a concerted effort to find that Deanston 12, since I am thoroughly enjoying the Virgin Oak.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
It's a great dram and it'll be worth the effort! thank you for such a cool comment and for taking the time. Where are you? Not Canada per chance?
@jasonkleschult9118 6 жыл бұрын
Aqvavitae No, I live in Minnesota.
@jwphubert 6 жыл бұрын
Good work Roy, always pleasant to watch your videos. Cheers!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, nice comments make it so worthwhile!
@kunaalkhanna 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome summaries. Not sure why more folks don't wait till the end of the bottle before posting reviews, a lot of my bottles change dramatically!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
I think it's still fair to appraise a whisky on a sample or a bar pour - as long as the reviewer is open about the context. I think of a sample as a first date - you make up your mind on whether or not a bottle purchase will turn it into a relationship or not. 😊 😜
@tonychehade6434 6 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Roy, I love this format: I picked up laga12 2016 release on weekend..as there wasn't a 2017, enjoying this a lot! & thanks for putting me onto Deanston, really enjoying the 12 expression
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome Tony - glad you liked it and nice to get the feedback you're enjoying it. Keep some of that 2016 Lag aside for when you do pick up the 2017 and let me know what your thoughts are there too! 😜 Thanks also for the kind words about the video. It's great to have you around!
@welshtoro3256 6 жыл бұрын
Totally agree about that Brackla. Luckily I tried a sample but it's ruined by a crummy abv. It's a total rip off too for charging hefty bucks for 40%. I have very few whiskys that are always on my shelf these days. I find I have to make room for new ones or past acquaintances. Cheers.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Welsh! Good to have you stop by - as always!
@ScotchTestDummies 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent Roy! Nothing to Parody here!
@criell-sdkwhisky8674 6 жыл бұрын
Move along, move along, these are not the Roys you are looking for...
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
You got my back Criell! 😉
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks boys! Glad you enjoyed!
@Everest314 6 жыл бұрын
Nothing to parody? How about that Glendronach to the face at the end?! (Let's pretend that wasn't water...) :D
@alanward8807 6 жыл бұрын
another good one love the sequel!!!!! have not found the 2017 12 Lagavulin here yet...will continue to look
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Look harder. It's important. Really. 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by Alan, it's a pleasure!
@CraigDolier 6 жыл бұрын
Great stuff, loving the Nikka 'pop'... The Laga'12 is sensational, thanks for sharing it with me, chap :)
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
It's a pleasure! See ya soon in the real world!
@mistermalt3234 5 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thank god, i could lay my hand on some Lagavulin 12 from 2017. Looking forwand to open them.
@andrewlordon8734 6 жыл бұрын
Love it. It's not the same dribble as all the others that go on and on about the same sh&t they just watched on the buddies channel and regurgitated....refreshing. Thanks
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed fella!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
By the way - if someone regurgitated their 'buddies' same sh&t - wouldn't that be a "Recycled Review"? 😅
@crow468 6 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite single grains out there is the Nikka Coffey Grain (I have also tried the malt which I liked well enough). If you hadn't already tried it, it's pretty remarkable (especially for the price!). I've had two bottles of the Spice Tree and one of the Extravaganza. Amazing. My favorite Glenfarclas is the 15 (really hard to find anymore in the states though :( ). I'll have to try the Deanston 12! I've liked the Virgin Oak and the 18. I agree with you on the Jura standard bottlings (a shame). Totally agree with everything you say about AnCnoc (I so miss the 16).
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Every time I meet someone who has felt that way about the AnCnoc 16 I feel a kindred connection with - it was wonderful wasn't it? I have tried the Coffey Grain and liked it very much, but that Coffey Malt could take rum, bourbon, vodka and cocktail drinkers and turn them into whisky fans. I was accused of adding chocolate flavouring once when I pointed out the note! 😜 It's a bit sweet in the long term for me personally, but given the idiocy surrounding Japanese malts right now it's a good prospect.
@crow468 6 жыл бұрын
It's been a couple of years since I've had the AnCnoc 16 but I'll never forget it!
@protokyprios 5 жыл бұрын
I just love your 'Recycled' reviews Roy! Great idea, always enjoyably video-ed :)
@WhiskyTimeShow 6 жыл бұрын
I love the format of these reviews. It's a great way to quickly learn about new whiskies to try. I just bought the Deanston 12 and was not disappointed, thanks!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
So glad you're enjoying that 12yo. I think you boys might enjoy the latest video too kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i72ig7F5q6-lgIE.html It might bring back some memories for you. ;)
@TheOneGlassMan 6 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. Agree 100% on Lagavulin 12 2017. I will look for the only other 9+ in your list today: Deanston 12
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
That's a good use of your time for sure - lemme know what you think!
@foodquig 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, Roy! Just make sure you drain those bottles before you Chuck them LOL
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Funny story. That was water. I'd been filling bottles with water and chilling it to drink alongside my flights and I obviously forgot to drain that one fully! Now - may I ask you - where do you think I got that idea from? 😜 Yes, Quig. It's actually your fault and I give you full credit for it in a Patreon-only video I posted. Thanks for watching and commenting my friend.
@foodquig 6 жыл бұрын
My comment still holds water in light of this revelation... So to speak.
@cordeirp 6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic once again Roy! Well done and thank you! Now, I've noticed you had a bottle of Glenfarclas 25 (maybe it was the 21) in the crate as well... Are you replacing that bottle as well? ;-)
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Wow!! Really I wondered if anyone would spot that! Amazing! Yes - after the shoot I realised I'd reviewed 16 bottles (actually it's a good plan for future shoots to do that should I mess one up) so on this occasion I dropped the Glenfarclas 21yo as I'd done the 10yo already and last time I did the 25yo. That's a sharp eye right there - I feel like you should win a prize! Cheers!
@thevelointhevale1132 3 жыл бұрын
Time does wonders ... I opened a Bottle of Jura Superstition 7 years ago ... had two drams, put the cork back in and left it on the shelf underwhelmed by the hype surrounding Jura at that time. Out of curiosity, I opened this same bottle last night and had a complete revelation ( not quite an epiphany ) ... completely changed my mind about this Whisky. Something happened in those 7 years ... one of us changed or both of us changed, I now value this bottle and rate it very highly ... it happens!
@themaltedmancave9499 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing video as usual Yoda. I have only had two Jura's and they were both terrible. I was suprised with how much you liked the Hielan and the Nikka Coffee Malt...time to make a trip to the liquor store:) I love Spice Tree...the Extravaganza edition is magical if you haven't had it.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
The Hielan' was a challenge on first opening. In time it became quite different and all the better for lots of air. The Coffey Malt is very bourbon-esque in style. I bought that about 3 years ago now, I wonder if it's still as good. Look forward to your thoughts. Both should be pretty affordable. Thanks for stopping by buddy!
@MaltMondays 6 жыл бұрын
Spot on. Jura superstition and jura prophecy are two whiskies I can't stand. I love the Jura 16 though.
@TripleBerg 6 жыл бұрын
Someone from Japan gave me the Nikka Coffey Malt and it was very smooth and, yes, chocolate in the tasting. Too bad SWA said barley malt couldn’t be distilled with this process. I’m imagining how Golden Promise would taste with the Coffey still.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
I agree - could be heavenly! However, as I understand it - they are permitted to distill malted barley through a coffey/column still - they just can't call it Single Malt as that requires pot still distillation to be called "Single Malt Scotch Whisky". If they distilled malted barley through a coffey/column still it would need to be labelled as "Single Grain". There isn't a provision in the definitions to define the type of grain used. Short-form definitions available here (sorry Hoyet - you probably already know this!) www.scotch-whisky.org.uk/media/12744/scotchwhiskyregguidance2009.pdf "2.3 Single Malt Scotch Whisky means a Scotch Whisky produced from only water and malted barley at a single distillery by batch distillation in pot stills. 2.4 Single Grain Scotch Whisky means a Scotch Whisky distilled at a single distillery but which, in addition to water and malted barley, may also be produced from whole grains of other malted or unmalted cereals. Excluded from the definition of “Single Grain Scotch Whisky” is any spirit which qualifies as a Single Malt Scotch Whisky or as a Blended Scotch Whisky. The latter exclusion is to ensure that a Blended Scotch Whisky produced from Single Malt(s) and Single Grain(s) distilled at the same distillery does not also qualify as Single Grain Scotch Whisky."
@TripleBerg 6 жыл бұрын
Aqvavitae So they could do something similar to Nikka Coffey Malt, just have to call it Single Grain? You listening Compass Box? 👍
@TheOriginalRaster 6 жыл бұрын
I've said this before... you have a natural talent. I'm saying you could play this as an audition tape and people would pay to put you in front of the camera (some sort of on-air personality). That job might not pay you more than you receive now, but who knows. I just think that's the actual truth. I couldn't do what you do. Cheers!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Raster dude that's some seriously humbling words. Thank you. It means a lot. Good to have you around fella. 🙂
@jlyounger 6 жыл бұрын
Roy, love this review format - it promotes the nostalgia of true enjoyment. Very cool. Also, glad you posted on insta about the video, cause I knew to come over here to KZfaq and watch. Thanks for the heads up about Tomatin Legacy. I’m always looking for affordable drams that delight.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Well proof that some folks do arrive here from Instagram - you're a rare animal! 😉 Yes, the Deanston Virgin Oak and that Tomatin Legacy are both decent and available at good prices! Thanks Lee!
@BearsBlend 6 жыл бұрын
Nice one! I have a Jura Turas Mara and I enjoy it alot, it has been sitting with air in the bottle for a long time now and it only just started to get interesting, when I first opend it and tasted it it was oke but that is, now tho its complex and rich, if you can find one I suggest picking one up and just pour half of it into another bottle and just let is sit for a couple months and then come back. Cheers!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Not tried that one but will always look out for other new expressions in the search for something new and good. Thanks for the tip BB! I find the whisky flavours shift significantly through the life of the open bottle.
@eivindkaisen6838 6 жыл бұрын
In an earlier video you tried (failed) to find a redeeming feature in The Dalmore, and here you have similar problems with the Jura. They are, if I'm not mistaken, made by Whyte & MacKay’s Richard Patterson. Could that be the reason? BTW, loved the improvised cork popping! Great stuff. Eight and a half out of ten. maybe more :-)
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Ha. thanks Elvind! I never judge a whisky based on the maker - only by the experience. In the past whisky has taught me not to pre-judge. You're correct about the owner of both Jura and Dalmore. They also own Fettercairn and Tamnavulin, and I'd only consider independent bottlings or single casks of those too, the official bottlings don't appeal. Always, I encourage people to try for themselves. If people are having great experiences with these whiskies that is absolutely valid.
@lanalex4826 6 жыл бұрын
Loving this format so far, a major concern of mine though is how long it takes to get an episode of this as you basically need to finish 15 bottles to do one of these. I'd try suggesting maybe going more in depth for each bottle so you'd do about 10 bottles/episode and not get stretched too thin? GREAT review as always!
@themaltcask 6 жыл бұрын
You've nailed it again Roy! Still need to pick up some Deanston and give it a try. Fully agreed with Royal Brackla and Jura OB... Disappointing...
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to hear the thoughts on the Deanston Eti, I really enjoy it! Thank you for watching and commenting!
@inlimborwc 5 жыл бұрын
Just bought a bottle of Deanston 12 in Japan. Very different label and square box. Bottle is the same and the whisky is indeed that beauty. Different face, but absolute gorgeous. Strange enough, in a different store of the same trader (Yamaya), the traditional white label Deanston 12 in the tube.
@aleksanderk6765 5 жыл бұрын
some many reviews of bottles i have considered buying! Good stuff :D
@bobscullion7374 6 жыл бұрын
4 videos, average 15 bottles per video, you've got a problem fella ;) entertaining as always Roy, nice touch with all the additional info. Slainte
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
You think that's heavy? You could be right - I'm coming up on a year since my first of these videos - so that'll be 60 or so bottles over that time. But what about the guys who review a bottle a week? Or some do more than that! Let's hope, like me, they do a lotta sharing! 😉 Thanks for taking the time to comment Bob - see you at the Horse?
@sinjoor_tjeplok 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, very instructive. Love the format.
@markhaakana5296 6 жыл бұрын
Another great one Roy! A lot of great info, thanks!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Mark - and thank you for stopping by!
@firstfill5072 4 жыл бұрын
I had the pleasure of having some time with foodquig in Glasgow. I bought the heilan for the first time and both of us were surprised at how great this dram is. Your right....buy it again.
@WhiskyWhims 5 жыл бұрын
Got to say, I have yet to have a bad GlenDronach, hopefully I can still get a hold of the 8 year old. The Legacy is a great whisky for the price, nice and tasty. I am not sure if you have had the Spice King by Weymss? It is very similar to the Spice Tree, it would be good to compare the two. As for the Kinninvie 17 and 23, I haven't had the 17 but the 23 is one of my favourite whiskies of last year, I have kept a little dram of it for further down the line - like you said, I wouldn't buy it again due to the price. A real shame about that Royal Brackla, not one I've tried mind you and don't think I will now. Another amazing video Roy, looking forward to tonight's vPub, cheers.
@jdcdrinkswhisky3064 6 жыл бұрын
I am really curious about the Nikka Coffey Malt. I keep meaning to nab some but always wind up getting sidetracked. I love this format with the quickfire reviews.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by John, and yes - I think compared to Japanese single malts right now this Coffey Malt represents a good value purchase and it's quite a unique product. Worth exploring! Let me know how you like it.
@olivertrewavas5465 6 жыл бұрын
+1 on the Ancnoc. Local M&S has it for £25, great value for a 12. Being on the beginner side of the spectrum I felt that it did lack a hook, but that's not a bad thing, especially at that price!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Stick with it - and sip in contrast. Tell me if yo find that clove note! 😊
@artaguilar5967 6 жыл бұрын
Recycled Reviews is probably my favorite whiskey review series! Do you have a perfect 10-out-of-10 whiskey? That Lagavulin 12 was close.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Art, that really means a lot! If I have a perfect 10 out of 10 whisky it should would probably be in a dunnage warehouse somewhere - straight form the cask. TBH I don't know why I don't just score these stellar experiences as 10 out of 10 - I should sometimes. Cheers my friend!
@haymichaelhay 6 жыл бұрын
Nice. Several of them are on my list to try. Great video again.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome Mike, let me know if you pick any of them up!
@haymichaelhay 6 жыл бұрын
Aqvavitae I'm on my way to Milroy's of Soho right now actually so might even try one tonight.
@Pew7070 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Roy! I love your Recycled Reviews! I don’t know if you can find Battlehill bottlings of young (5-6yo) Royal Brackla. But here in US those are amazing for their age.
@Scotch4Dummies 6 жыл бұрын
And another fantastic review. Always great stuff Roy. Keep'm coming!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Cheers boys - nice of you to stop by!
@charlesneedes2147 5 жыл бұрын
I love the recycle reviews, but one additional reason is that as a boy born in Irvine and living in San Francisco, I love the seasonal weather......summer in Scotland is the best, if only for two weeks.
@WhiskyJason1 6 жыл бұрын
VERY WELL DONE - Jura 21 was by far my best Jura so far
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
You're the second person to say so Jason, I think on paper it looks like great value at less than £100, but my experience of the younger OBs means it's a try-before-you-buy I'm afraid! Thanks for stopping by my friend!
@TravLarn1 6 жыл бұрын
I'm really enjoying these 'Recycled Reviews' Roy; keep up the great work.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend - I'm pleased to do these!
@DonnerPassWhisky 6 жыл бұрын
Find myself having to come back and leave more comments on these great videos as I get more of the whisky's in them. Craigellachie 13 is fantastic! Complex with lots of things to discover as you go through the bottle. Compass Box Spice Tree is Amazing! With the great Clynelish as it's base they have blended with other great malts and finished it so it goes to 11. anCnoc 12 I'm still working on this, it's good but it's making me work to get everything it has to offer. A challenge accepted! Cheers Roy.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome DP. I've made the spreadsheet to cross reference the exact point in the video for the review of each - I just need to share it.
@willemvanoosten8215 6 жыл бұрын
Great review again..can't wait to open my lagavulin 12.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
I can't wait to hear what you think about it Willem! Do it soon - I predict you're gonna want to go out and buy a back up!
@menstuffonly7331 6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful approach and great video! Good job sir! Cheers
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend! Good luck on your KZfaq channel!
@dramdude9502 6 жыл бұрын
Well done. Another great video, Roy. Cheers!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you fella - nice to have you stop by!
@dumindukarunaratne8678 6 жыл бұрын
Great review sir! I wish my garbage day was this eventful.....😬
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Rounding out to about 4 times a year in the Aqvavitae household - most other trips to the recycling isn't nearly as much fun!
@jan-paulvanderhoeven1639 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Roy. That’s a few more bottles added to my wis(h)ky list.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Cheers my friend - thanks for watching!
@markg913 6 жыл бұрын
Wow I love these reviews! Such a great format and your comments are excellent, my whisky wish list is expanding rapidly! I loved the Hielan, even preferred it to the Glendronach 12yo, found it sweeter and enjoyed the additional Bourbon influence. Keep the videos coming 👍🏼
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark - great comment to read and welcome on board! The Hielan grew on me over time and I loved that Glendronach decided to put a confident 8yo age statement on there. Look forward to seeing you around!
@topshelfwhisky 6 жыл бұрын
Love the Glendronach 8 but I need to try the spice tree. I see it every time I go into the store.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
It's firmly based on Clynelish - is that enough to convince you that you absolutely should! 😜
@samclark6048 4 жыл бұрын
Great review, some food for thought. I had a similar experience with Jura with the seven wood which was bordering on undrinkable (especially after a fettercairn 12) shame really as used to enjoy them, I wait with baited breath for a taste of the 18yr miniature of jura I have.
@RebMordechaiReviews 6 жыл бұрын
The video was like the Lagavulin 12. You never want it to end. I will be in London in a few weeks time.These bottles are on my shortlist. I need to pick just *four* of them.(Well Lagavulin 12 2017 is a must so it's relly *three* out of rest.) What do you think Roy? Lagavulin 12 Ed 2017 **** MUST HAVE **** Kilchoman 100% Islay 7th Edition Glencadam 13 Re-awakening Glencadam 18 Edradour 2006 10 YO Bourbon Cask Ballechin 6th Release Octomore 8 Year Old - Edition 08.1 Bruichladdich Laddie Classic 16 Teaninich 10 YO F&F Auchroisk 10 YO F&F Linkwood F&F
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Oooh that's a difficult one Reb. But I keep hearing great things about that Glencadam 18. Also I'm really enjoying my Auchroisk right now - waxy and very interesting. I'd also be tempted by the Octomore but sometimes the price prohibits - the whisky has to have a chance of living up to the cost to deliver value I think. Good luck and let me know what you go for! I'm convinced you'll be safe with the Lag 12!
@chrisb48907 6 жыл бұрын
Love these videos..lol 9.75 for the Lagavulin 12 Roy?...haha
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
There or thereabouts Chris - definitely. I don't know why I didn't have the balls to all out declare it a 10. It's very, very good.
@TripleBerg 6 жыл бұрын
Talking about Ralfy adding water to Linkwood made me think about Ben Leuning’s parody.😂 I may have to open that Lagavulin 12 sooner than I planned 😏
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Yes, you do - because you'll then have time to buy a second. Or third! 😄
@jwphubert 6 жыл бұрын
If I was remotely close of being able to apply my rational intelligence, I wouldn't have that whisky collection at home... Nonetheless, I really love your videos. It's always instructive and entertaining to watch you. Keep up the good work!!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and the cool feedback!
@4829168 6 жыл бұрын
Loved this one Roy still waiting on that 10 out of 10 bottle 🤔🤔😂😂😂
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Shimon, that Lagavulin sipped from the cask in the Lagavulin warehouse probably would've scored a Spinal Tap 11 !! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@seanmcnamara5780 6 жыл бұрын
The only Royal Brackla I've tried was a cask strength independent bottling. Great stuff. I'll stick to that instead of the ob after listening to this and everyone else.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Wise choices Sean! thanks for watching.
@RebMordechaiReviews 6 жыл бұрын
Hmm, A real peach. I'd give the Recycled Reviews #4 a 9 out of 10......... 9 and half maybe. Somewhere between 9 and 9 and a half
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
😂 Good one Reb.
@alexk3088 3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your passion (expressed in a very restrained way). Personally I don't even look at blatantly overmarketed non-integrity bottlings like Jura and Dalmore, unless maybe at serious discount. Perhaps they'll eventually hear us, certainly sounds like it's starting to work with some producers. They can easily spend their marketing resources on educating the casual consumers about cloudy whisky, higher strength, adding water, colorant, etc. That can all be the "story" instead of the various viking legends and other stuff like that. Maybe even include a 10-pence bottle of purified water that distillery uses as a gift packaging. If you must charge for water, just include it separately. PLEASE.
@thomasbuck303 6 жыл бұрын
Really looking forward to these reviews in the future! Love the music and all. Going to have to try the anCnoc 12. When my local liquor mart 1st got Glenfarclas they accidentally gave the 12 yr the same price tag as the 10. Talk about good value! That was changed soon after, not before I could get a bottle(although I should have grabbed 3). I tried a Tomatin sample pack that had the 12, 15, and 18 year and was disappointed. Nothing stuck out and they had a very safe, generic flavor. Perhaps the little 50 ml samples didn't do them justice.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Could also be the previous versions of Tomatin - they had a hike in engagement in the last 2 years. That said - they're malt-driven and can be a little hot for some palates. Maybe have a look at Aberlour for good value Speysiders like your Glenfarclas 12.
@jasonlee3842 4 жыл бұрын
Love this series! Really appreciate your feedback!
@robthewaywardwoodworker9956 5 жыл бұрын
I'm having fun going back through your videos, especially these recycle reviews. I'm new to whisky in the past 4 years (that's still new right?) and new to your channel in the past month so your insights are really appreciated. Your knowledge is enjoyable to listen to. Thanks for your thoughts. Just wondering, do you have Aqvavitae whisky glasses? Seems like that would be a nice touch. Cheers.
@primewhisky 3 жыл бұрын
Great video👍🏻 Feel the same about Jura but tried a 30y and it was good but 700£ is a lot😬
@pcon857 6 жыл бұрын
Great reviews Roy, I revisit these before heading to the store. Agreed the Tomatin’s are great values, came across these by chance and keep the 12 stocked in the cabinet. Love the Lag 12.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Glad you're enjoying it Pat - it's a bottle of fascination for me! Thank you for the nice comment!
@bud400 6 жыл бұрын
Great stuff, keep them coming. Thank you again!
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Tony - as long as good folks like yourself keep turning up - I'l keep making them. Cheers!
@Everest314 6 жыл бұрын
Craigellachie 13 didn't work for me. After what you say, maybe I'm still too much of a beginner or the 0.1L sample wasn't enough to get to know it. But that weird note in there that I suspect is from sulphur in the casks spoiled it for me. On paper it looks quite good though. Seeing the prices over here it shouldn't be more than 40 quid right? The Coffey Malt was already on my list, gained a few priority points. Thanks for the recommendation. :) Glenfarclas 10 was probably the most positively surprised I ever was of a whisky. Not because it's the best there is but for what it does for its price - not even close to 40 quid (below 30€). What's your opinion on the Jura Superstition? I actually thought it wasn't bad for the price. Rather chocolaty, but it also reminded me a lot of fried vegetables, could understand if that throws people off in a whisky. :D (It also got a lot better over time in the open bottle.) I'm wondering what a whisky has to do to get a bad grade with you, if you still give 7/10 to whiskies you didn't like. :D Still always enjoying these videos though! :) PS: Loved the Nikka "cork". :P
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Your comment deserves a little thought... I have a friend who loves Jura and the superstition - I know there are stacks of people who do. If I slate a whisky out of personal dislike I am pretty much telling them that the wonderful, positive experience they are having is somehow invalid. Which of course it's not. It's completely subjective. So - although it's hard - I try to keep the scores in context and based around quality. I try to score whiskies based on their genre and try to be as objective as I can. 7 out of 10 for an entry level malt should theoretically match a 7 out of ten for a £200 20+ year old bottling... I feel they should be judged against their peers and, if possible, try to keep it about quality rather than personal preference. But, since this is a human thing - there's no official calibrated system for scoring whisky so it needs to be just fun and used as a guide. Jura has often had odd notes for me. Overly honeyed, overly sickly, or sometimes just a bizarre aftertaste, What's worse is they can sometimes be utterly bland. Not all. But most of the OBs. Independent Juras can be great. I'll keep trying them because I once hated Deanston - and I just voted that my distillery of the year last year! Whisky has taught me never to say "I don't like". It always catches me out. Hence the lack of backbone with the scoring 😉 I will be very relieved if that somehow made sense. Thanks for commenting buddy!
@Everest314 6 жыл бұрын
Well, if you say "I personally dislike this whisky", there's nothing wrong with that. As long as it is clear that it is your opinion. I have this with Oban. Lots of people I know love it, I sort of hate it, but I make sure it is understood that I'm not doubting the quality of the product, it just doesn't work with my personal taste. Same with the Craigellachie (my girlfriend quite liked it, she hates Oban too though :D ). You sort of did slate the Royal Brackla, but with good arguments. But if you compare that against its peers either by price or age (or both) it seems to me that especially then it should fall below 7/10. But yes, it's totally subjective and I listen more to your description than the points anyway. Besides, it's your video so you do whatever you like ... and if it's splashing yourself with Glendronach. :P After having watched your other videos though, if you said "(I think) this whisky is shite", I would never think that you say that out of an unfair bias. I will also always keeping trying things out when I can. Not sure if Talisker would be my favourite distillery now if I had first tried the Skye, though. :D I'm also doubting if I can still say that, but opinions on whisky changing is a good thing no? Keeps us exploring new stuff... I still have to meet my Deanston moment though. :D
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree. Although I love Oban! 😅 This is the first time I put a disclaimer in the description of a video about scoring. I never intended to get caught up in scoring - in my first ever "Recycled" I even said "I don't like scoring whisky!" and yet - here I am. Ho hum. My only concern is folk who take it to the absolute letter... If we ever get a dram together - I'm gonna slip an Oban in blind 😀
@Everest314 6 жыл бұрын
Well, we definitely have to have a dram (or a few :P ) together some day (or days :P )! Please do try that with me, I just hope you will remember then and I won't. :D I've actually already challenged one of the Oban lovers to pull that trick on me but I doubt that it will work because we've talked about it too often. I'm just puzzled why I have such problems with Oban, because with all other whiskies I didn't like I could put my finger on something that I think was wrong with it and I would be very happy if someone tricked me into an Oban and I ended up liking it. :D (At least part of the explanation will be the fact that my first Oban 14 I had in a pub on Skye that was positively opaque with smoke and next to an unpleasantly drunk Scotsman ... :D ) Don't worry about the scoring issue. I hope it didn't sound like a complaint and I hope you didn't put the disclaimer because of me. Just wanted to exchange opinions and maybe tease you a wee bit. ;P
@LloydFink 6 жыл бұрын
Great review. Fun and knowledgeable, Roy. Slainte'
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lloyd!
@DonnerPassWhisky 6 жыл бұрын
Love Deanston 12 delicate but lots of rich wood and lemmon. Got a Aultmore of the Foggie Moss 12 (such a cool name) and to me it's like the Deanston but maybe they used less first fill Bourbon casks? The Tomatin Legacy is great too. Going to try the Caraigellachie 13 next.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Deanston 12 has just got even better to my taste too. I've killed another bottle since this one!
@DonnerPassWhisky 6 жыл бұрын
After more time sitting down with the Deanston 12 and Aultmore 12 together I have found they are two sides of the same coin to me. Rich Deanston with its high percentage of first fill bourbon casks and delicate Aultmore with a high percentage of refill bourbon casks are so fun to slowly taste side by side. A few drops of water blooms rich flavors from both of them. They are both from the same region, inland, un peated, aged in bourbon casks non chill filtered no color 46% which makes exploring the differences and similarity's fun.
@broncorog3163 6 жыл бұрын
Superb Roy as always. Cheers
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend - a pleasure!
@criell-sdkwhisky8674 6 жыл бұрын
Was looking forward to this video and it didnt dissapoint me :) Since we seem to share a lot similar tastes in whisky ,based on your reviews, I wonder if you have tried Jura 21 cause I think it is really great.
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
I've yet to try the 21, I think. But I do continue to try Juras and every time with an open mind. Prejudices are inevitable but I try to do what I can - whisky has taught me never to say "I don't like" - it seems to catch me and bite me a little down the road!
@shootatsquare 6 жыл бұрын
Great video again! As someone young and relatively new to whisky I find your videos great for recommendations aswell. I just picked up a Jonnie Walker (yeah, that new) Gold 18. It's absolutely delicious. I got given a Hakushu 12 for my 21st recently, and I've found myself enjoying the jonnie walker even more, keeping in mind I've drank less than 100mls of each. My question is, should I put aside the Hakushu for a few seasons until I've expanded my palate or will I come to appreciate the Hakushu more as I make my way down the bottle?
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
The Hakushu is probably not quite as accessible as the JW, but yes - give it time. Better to buy your next bottle before finishing the existing stuff, then you get to contrast and compare - that's when it gets really cool! Enjoy the journey ahead - it's pretty awesome! thanks for the nice comment and stopping by!
@TheWhiskyFamily 6 жыл бұрын
Engaging and entertaining mate. We’ll have to hook up for a dram soon 😀🥃
@Aqvavitae 6 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a plan triple M!
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