Hi Matt, thanks for mentioning the "guava" note, that is the first fruit note (in a very complex nose) that I noticed in my Springbank 10 (July 2023 batch) 😂

Ralfy's whisky FOR the year , not OF the year. Pay attention !

Try the Laphroaig quarter cask!

I suppose if I ever saw the Hypernova or Supernova in the wild, I could snatch one of them up. Then again, I could spend the same or actually save money if I, instead, just went ahead and bought one of the Octomore expressions. 🤣 That said, this isn't really about "budget alternatives to Octomore." It's about how you can't find the stuff and where you might be able to turn because of that.

Nice buy. I've only seen it at $80 USD, here in the States.

Hi Matt, I'm coming out to Canada (from Scotland) soon and would like to take a bottle or two with me as a gift for a whisky loving friend, I'm wondering what would be difficult to get over in Toronto? Any suggestions on what is hard to get there?

Very nice Matt, I feel your rollercoaster journey with this whisky. We bought this bottle between 8 friends last year and finished it throughout the night but none of got really connected with it. I think with Glenmorangies we're used to getting the distillery character and then the cask influence is like a sprinkle on top. So you get the outside effect whilst keeping the distillery character. This one, alongside the Malaga perhaps, are the ones I got the least Glenmorangie like feel, which is not necessarily a bad thing. Interesting whisky for sure and a great price at that. Cheers!

I’m not a scotch fan but I really like this. Liked it enough that I picked up a second bottle and a bottle of the charred oak that was still hanging around. It’s the first celebrity whiskey I’ve had that is worthwhile.

Wow, great price in Canada. I paid $80.99 US. That’s considerably more than the 14 Quinta ($55-$60) but worth a shot. Honestly, I’m never going to see the Springbank Palo Cortado at retail, so this is my consolation. I have been enjoying the Glen Scotia 12 (mermaid), so Palo Cortado is definitely on my radar now. I’ll try to look for that “ginger” note next time I sample it. Great review. Cheers.

Great video! In regards to the extra years on the label, I had a 14 Port and was not impressed. My theory is they have to go longer in the cask because they aren’t getting the impact they want in that time with inferior wood. The port I had was over cooked. Maybe the other bottles will suffer the same? I had been very curious about this bottle and almost bought it a few times, but held off. I’m with you about not being super enthusiastic about Glenmorangie. Cheers, Matt!

I’m more interested in the Dewar’s Double Double 27 Palo Cortado whisky at this point. And Springbank 10 Palo Cortado? No contest.

scotch bubble bursted . . . countries recommend to drink less . . . market saturation . . . peeps buy more than they drink . . . silly prices . . . wine-sk(e)y are hit + miss , not so hot . . . Scotch interest may levelled off / or plateau : sounds like a trend.

Glen-more-orange-y

We’re going to Islay in a few weeks. How’d you transport your haul back? Suitcase?

Hello, I live in Red Deer and purchase most of my Scotch ftom Wine & Beyond in Red Deer and from Kensington Wine Market in Calgary. I quick question, why do anomalies exist such as whisky prices a that are the same in both BC and Alberta markets? With our lower taxes, the only way would be for these whiskies to be entering BC at a lower cost. How would this happen? 🤔

Great and honest review Matt. I actually do rather enjoy this one. I do not pick up that overwhelming Ginger note that is so predominant for you. I only get a bit of it on the nose, and in a pleasant way. One interesting note on the nose for me is Nutella - nice. It is a good dram and definitely you have a SUPERIOR price!

Something a big house can do. They have a lot of whisky and certainly have enough to sell older! Glad it came out at 46% too. I don't think I've ever had a Palo Cortado cask Scotch. Almost always the key ... give it time, drink below the shoulder, just relax with it. I enjoy a bit of spice with a rich Scotch. I may pick it up. Thanks for your thoughts.

Glen more orange-y Glen orgy Glen Gary, Glen Ross More glen jerry Nope, can't do it either.

Glen Merenge 😉

The 12 Palo Cortado is a nice one. I think their unique bottling are their best. If you want some fun then try the 16 peated.

Great honest review and assessment…. I enjoy this offering and if it was available at your price I would definitely snag a backup. Cheers 🥃

Hi Matt, I'm a Glenmorangie fan, historically, since 2002 & my first visit there, but not a big fan of current core range, once passed the 10 yo (decent) & the 18 yo (too reduced but sophisticated) & the 25 yo I never tasted, but for me some of their "Tale of..." are bit more interesting than core range finishes, plus, obviously for me too, in my experience, more than a half of their now stopped "Private Edition" limited releases range, showcasing a lot of different finishes or other elements changing from core range. Plus, on top of that, they are most often 46 % or more (51,2 % for the "'Allta" I have) & non chill filtered. These were, for me the range made for us whisky geeks, and I regret that it has ended (you're gonna struggle to find them & probably pay too much on secondary market, but I'll tell you more in DM about those I have, liked, etc...I've reviewed some of them only. I tried some other great releases from them (some old & or rare ones) including at the distillery only, but your notes for this expression, I have to say, are disappointing regarding what I'd like to hear from a Palo Cortado finish in my modest experience with it. My favorite Palo Cortado release remains a stunning Deanston 1997 limited official release a few years ago. I'm also enjoying the Caol Ila 11 yo Cadenhead with this finish & have reviewed it within my latest live show...Cheers & thanks for this review !

nice review!

I think the main problem people have with saying "Glenmorangie" is where the stress falls (and the new label design doesn't help!): if you think "glenmORANGE-y" (or even "glenMOR'ngee") you might fare better... Definitely not "glenmorANgie"! I've currently got 4 Palo Cortado finished whiskies, though I've not had the chance to try the Glenmorangie one yet: a 1997 Deanston 21-year-old, an 18-year-old Dunville's Irish, a 2005 Bladnoch 15-year-old and a Mosgaard Organic from Denmark. All very nice indeed!

Fabulous video Matt!!! LOVE your thoughts!! 🙂

Matt which call ila 1997 did you mean at the 447 mark? Whisky base has three 1997’s

These are the peatier Scotches.

Beautiful expressions!!

you say at 18:27 the finish is a step below the "other two". Which two are you referring to?

Hey Matt, just got a bottle. Your description is on the mark. This is a superb example of a great whisky. Cheers

My local in San Francisco has 1 bottle for $175 USD +tax

Great video! I would also love to get my hands on one of these. I did just find the Hazelburn 13 from Cadenhead on a shelf in Edmonton last week. So I’ll take a win when I can get it 😀 Cheers, Matt!

Great review, as usual! Speaking of batch variation, I have an upcoming review that really highlights that… and not in a good way 😅 I have been eyeing that KWM bottle and may go for it now. Cheers, Matt!

Great review of Glenfarclas Matt. I love the 15 as it offers nutty chocolatey not overpowering sherry to my palate and it's at 46%. Great story on that KWM doorcrasher. I always wanted to grab a 25 year old for stashing it so I cringed forking over $275 for it pre-pandemic and now it's at $500 in Ontario but looking back it seems, it was a great purchase.

Who knew we needed a higher abv 15... but we absolutely do! This is similar to my TWE Glenfarclas 15 video where I pick the higher abv one as well, Shocker I know! Great head to head Matt and cool story about the doorcrasher. Cheers!

I have not had that door crasher, but I continue to enjoy the regular 15. Just hits where I enjoy it, especially at the price I can still get it. Thanks for sharing

It's pretty intense - the fiancee prefers the regular 10. She says it loses the creamy notes that she likes from the 10. I enjoyed it, not sure I'm throwing $300 at it though =)

Great H2H.There are a few stores that have the 15 for $105 to $108. The last one I got there was 71 and very good. Farclas has turned into Macallan in Ontario price wise so I have moved on. I wish the shipping option from KWM was not such a logistical pain in the butt.

Great episode. GFC-15 used to be very oily with that "pencil shavings" aroma, darker late Summer fruits . . . better cask for sure. Some time 2018 depleted stocks of GFC-17 and -21 allows GFC to concentrate on the 15 and 25, and 17/21 may not return until 2025-26... In Ontario, GFC15 2021 batch sold for 105$, then ... whoop ... 175$ now with new 2024 release, sadly. I prefer the 17, but the 25 (270 $CA) was best : it has a similar nose to the GFC-40 , donkey years ago (2004) at 600$CA/bottle !..

When it comes to "gimmicky" releases, I think this and Laphroaig's Cairdeas are doing it right. Keep them interesting and affordable so that people can take a chance on them without breaking the bank.

15 is definitely a fav of mine. I am really getting upset with all the price increases. My only thought is that they are cutting supplies into Canada and USA to focus on the EU. The prices don’t seem to be spiking too much in the UK and Germany and they are push out multiple special releases each year. My answer is the 105. Still sub 100 in Alberta and able to stretch the cask strength with water. I find it as good as the 15 with a bit of a kick. The KWM 15 is something I would love to try out if you know anyone who can help a brother out. Awesome shoot out Matt. Cheers and great review of both. Cheers man.

It’s actually not at KWM it is at Craft Cellars and yes, it is quite a lineup. Hopefully will be able to pick up a bottle or two, but there is another tasting for spring bank on Wednesday at zyn the Wine market, which I’m also going to figured if I got the chance I might as well do it I regret it if I don’t I think there were two spots left on that one as well

Great walk through. I woke up this morning and was thinking of shootking Kilchoman. Just wanted to hear your thoughts! Cheers!

I'm from Scotland dude I am lucky islay makes best whisky in Scotland and I have had them all. I am a peat head and ocatamore is best in its class genius whisky making skills.

I loved the 3rd charred oak one and after watching a couple of reviews I just ordered this one. Like my whisky to be a bit higher in ABV too, 46 or 48. And those fresh citrus notes intrigue me.

Don't mind me ask some questions. For sake purposes referring Laphroaig Offerman as just Offerman. Would you say Offerman Rum is better than Ardbeg Drum? I know Ardbeg peated whisky is different than Laphroaig. I know there different regions of scotch, is the Offerman better than Balvenie Carribean cask. Only reason I ask because a local store here is offering Balvenie Carribean super cheap 65 US. Opposed to me ordering this only for 90 plus shipping. Last if you had a choice between Offerman Rum or Glen Scotia Victoriana which would you chose to purchase? I know they are different scotches.

Was expecting at least 93p after that review :D What are you missing to bring it up to 93 btw? :) I bought this second hand after a sample.. Damn good whisky :D

That Campbeltown funk.

I've never tried any of the Offerman Editions, but I will be picking this one up for sure! Thanks for the review and I'm glad that the all mighty algorithm had this and you channel on my feed. Nice to see a fellow West Coaster. I would love to try the Guinness version if I can find one, not sure if it's even available anymore in BC at least. Subscribed and Cheers from Victoria!

I still have yet to try a Hazelburn so something I definitely have to my a personal goal this year. Sound like an excellent dram and being a sherries whisky guy I am sure I would also enjoy. Cheers Matt and thanks for another great video.