Which is better? Lagavulin 11 Offerman Edition Comparison

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Which is better? Lagavulin 11 Offerman Edition Comparison

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Жыл бұрын

I compare the three Lagavulin 11 Offerman Edition releases.
The first release which is matured in rejuvenated and refill ex-bourbon barrels
vs
Guiness cask which had a finish of 4 months in ex-Guinness casks
vs
Charred Oak which was a combination of European Oak which held red wine and American oak which held bourbon but these casks were shaved and heavily re-charred.
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@streetracingmiscreant8589 Жыл бұрын

The incredibly smoky flavor is what grabs me in the charred oak cask. A very addictive pour.

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree! That charred oak really goes well with the Lagavulin style. Cheers 🥃

@utoobia Жыл бұрын

Most people prefer the Guinness Cask and many don’t like the CO at all. I don’t get it. CO is my favorite of the 3. Like them all though.

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

@@utoobia Yeah they're all good. I do like the Guinnes cask but I think the CO really makes the Lagavulin spirit shine. Thanks for joining 😃🥃

@Nerdzombiedisco 8 ай бұрын

The charred oak expression is a beautiful whisky. It pairs well with steak and a caramel dessert. Has peat smoke that approaches Ardbeg territory but backs off at the right point. Cheers!

@thewhiskyenthusiast 8 ай бұрын

Yeah out of all of this series I think the charred oak best fit the Lagavulin profile. Peat and heavily charred oak goes together beautifully. Glad you enjoyed it, cheers 🥃

@christinecamley 7 ай бұрын

I love the charred expression!!

@TheDailyHayes Жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I have had several Lagavulin editions and the Lagavulin charred oak is a favorite along with the Lag 16. Of the many Islay whiskies, Ardbeg Uigeadail and Lagavulin 16 are among my favorites. However, your review showcases the exceptional Lag 11 which I would place in the top three Islays'.

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

Uigeadail and the Lag 16 are solid whiskies, I do like them a lot. Of the three Offermans my pick is the charred one as I feel it goes better with the Lagavulin house style but the others are decent drams as well. Cheers!

@hordeum-vulgare Жыл бұрын

Thanks, mate. Your review is actually very useful for me. In my market (Aussie), I have access to all three Offermans from my local sample slinger. So I think I'll buy No. 3, the Charred Oak. Şerefe.

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

Ah brilliant, glad to be of help! Yes I think I would go for that one too. Şerefe 😃🥃

@michaelbradley8937 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this comparison review, it's quite helpful! I'm also still able to find the heavily re-charred cask edition on the shelves currently in Texas and plan to give it a try sometime soon.

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome, glad you enjoyed it 😃🥃 Yes that one is still available and somewhat affordable so I would get it. I think you'll like it! Cheers 🥃

@the_jerk 2 ай бұрын

What stores in Dallas? I'm looking for it!

@atmisozkan Жыл бұрын

Another very interesting and fun video, thanks!

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you've enjoyed it 🥃

@58harwood Жыл бұрын

Excellent content! Well done! Cheers from the States! 🇺🇸

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it! Cheers back my friend 😃🥃

@JeffWhisky Жыл бұрын

Great comparison between the three, have only tried the ex-Guinness cask which was pretty solid but not mind blowing. Will see if I can dig out the Charred cask next. Cheers!

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Yeah they're all good but not incredible. The charred oak suits the Lagavulin house style the best in my opinion 🥃

@deeshmond 4 ай бұрын

Definitely agree with the conclusion. Really liked the third edition, found the second a bit disappointing (figured I’d love it cuz Guinness is my favourite beer but nope), and the first was meh at best.

@thewhiskyenthusiast 4 ай бұрын

Well I agree exactly with what you said 😃 I really wanted the Guinness one to be super creamy and add layers to the spirit but it just was OK. Thanks for watching 🥃

@thewhiskyscribe Жыл бұрын

Great to see these reviewed side by side. I've only tried the first edition (which I liked) but have heard others say the second and third editions were dissapointing compared to the first. Really interesting to see you had the opposite impression. You're right though, given the price and limited availability, better to try before you buy if that's an option.

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

That is interesting but it's all personal taste isn't it. The prices are ridiculous, especially the first release as there's less and less of it. This is why whisky clubs are so important, as you can sample whiskies at a fraction of the price and then make an informed decision. Cheers 🥃

@thewhiskyscribe Жыл бұрын

@@thewhiskyenthusiast I actually just talked about that in my last video.

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

@@thewhiskyscribe Yes sir, I just watched it and you didn't just talk about it, you've made a step by step guide in great detail. Fantastic video!

@McIntyresMalts Жыл бұрын

Great comparison, found your channel thanks to Geoff at Gwhisky!

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

He is a good guy that Geoff 🥃

@Mustuaaa Жыл бұрын

Love the new intro🎉🎉

@thewhiskyenthusiast Жыл бұрын

Cheers mate 🥃

@allyw7405 7 ай бұрын

Ranking whisky by availability is pure madness.

@thewhiskyenthusiast 7 ай бұрын

We're all mad here 😄 I see what you're saying but what I missed to say is, this is actually how I would rate them even if they were all the same price and widely available. Cheers 🥃

@OCompton 11 ай бұрын

Well done! I really like lagavulin 16 maybe my favorite but the charred oak offerman edition i just picked up is pretty good but hits a little harder. I don't have any 16 to compare right now - i love the peatyness of 16 any suggestions for others i should try greatly appreciated.

@thewhiskyenthusiast 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your input! Yeah the Charred Oak doesn't have the sophistication of the 16 both because it's younger and the effects of a heavily charred oak. It does hit harder for me as well but in a rounded way rather than the younger and brasher feeling of the 8. I think if you enjoy Lagavulin 16, you should look into Laphroaig 16 to compare. When you go younger in Lagavulin it becomes a complete different dram from the 16. Cheers 🥃