Awesome. I am really pleased with this video. That is a strong list, what are your thoughts on other Bowmores? I know it has a little stigma around it. Cheers!
Fascinating list illuminated by the king of the tasting notes -- Jeff. But the absolute highlight was you opening the bottle of Port Charlotte. Great editing decision to leave it in in real time. Kanpai!
Just what I needed as I try exploring more peaty scotches. I might not be a full blown peathead yet, but if there are some gems out there for me to try, I trust you to point me in the right direction!
Hope it is of help buddy. I am sure when I return to this list maybe a year down the line it could be very different but every bottle for me is a banger. Look forward hearing about your peat dive! Cheers
Quality video buddy and I love all the choices and it’s never easy. Even the “Hugo-Dhal” one of my first ever islay bottles I bought after laga 16. Really interested in the Stoisha, I’ll need to look out for that. Keep the content coming amigo. Slainte
Cheers Kevin! Was surprised just how tough it was, be great to hear your thoughts on a similar video. Staoisha pickings seem pretty slim from looking around, hope you find a banger! Cheers
.. winning the „Chill filtered to death“ award? Or the „aged in weak, inactive casks“ price? Seriously, Lagavulin 16 was my first whisky love, but it’s getting weaker and weaker over the years.
Need to try one of those Stoicha bottlings, and I’ve got the Laphroaig Sherry but it remains unopened. I would have to go 5 - Laphroaig CS, 4 - Uigeadail, 3 - Bunna 12 CS, 2 - Sanaig 1 - Port Charlotte 10 Still so many I need to try. Great list and video 👍
Thanks Mathew! I am on the hunt for other bottles of it to compare! When you do open your Laphroaig 10 Sherry, I really hope you love it as much as I do. Brilliant list, with lots of high abv, cheers!
PC10 Uber alles! I also love the Senaig, might have to try Machir Bay. I’m also sipping the Elenents of Isla Sherry cask finish which is 3/4 Laphroaig to 1/4 Coal Isla - 2 birds with one stone AND delicious. A Bowmore bottling from the late ‘90s would make my top 5. There’s probably an Arsbeg I’d love but they have too many releases to keep up with…
Always looked at those elements bottles but yet to try. Really that good yeah? Few places seem to have it on offer. Same with those Ardbeg releases, I was really tempted by the new port release but far too pricey! Cheers!
@@JeffWhisky I love sherried peat, so it's right up my alley. The Laphroaig flavour isn't totally drowned out, I'm happy I bought it but not sure if it's permashelf LIKE THE PC10.
That PC10 is an absolute beauty and it deserves an extra credit to be mentioned with the big boys of Islay with it's peat actually coming from the mainland! That's why it tastes more earthen and not so medicinal and iodine dominated. Great list except for number 1 😂 Cheers my friend 🥃
Truly is, and you have opened my mind. I didn't know it was mainland peat? Surely that adds more miles to making a bottle. Love to hear what your list would be mate! Cheers.
@@JeffWhisky Yeah most if not all peated barley Octomore and Port Charlottes use are coming from mainland. It was the same case with Ardbeg Hypernova and that's why a lot of people were underwhelmed with the peat on that one. Port Ellen Maltings can only smoke the barley up to a certain level of Peat ppm and anything above that distilleries have to find other ways. Well Lore has to be there, Corryvreckan, any sigle ex-bourbon cask Kilchomans above age 10, Laphroaig Cairdeas PX and I think I'll go for Lagavulin 12, preferrably 2018 but any year is good for me :)
Oh nice idea! I might do this too in the future. Not a fan of the Uig compared to the other Ardbeg releases but I’d shove loads of laphroaigs in there. Try the 16! My favourite yet! Love the port Charlotte too that’s definitely in there
Please do get involved mtae, love to hear your take on this Islay war! I have heard so many good things about the Laphroaig 16 but so pricey a bottle. Cheers mate!
This is my fave video that you have made Jeff!! Love it!! I admit I pay a lot for Lagavulin - 16 and the 2022 12 and the 3rd Offerman expression - but it’s number 1 for me every time! I love your 5 selections sooo much!! Fabulous!! I would have made Lagavulin #1 but it’s all good - all in good fun! I am bored with the Laphroaig 10 but this Laphroaig is spectacular!!! You rock!! Spectacular video!!
Thanks Christine, really means alot and was proud with how this one came out. I was meant to wait till next week to release it but couldn't wait! 😂 I revisited the Lagavulin 8yo last night and was really impressed by it and can see it shooting up the list! What has been your favourite Offerman expression? I was impressed by the stout one! Thanks for getting involved!
@@JeffWhisky Yes I think the Lagavulin 8 is terrific and it's sold at a much more reasonable price! I loved the second Offerman - the Stout expression! Delicious! My favourite was the third offering - Charred Oak Cask - loved it so much!! If you ever see it try and grab it Jeff!! Cheers!! 🙂
Great funny video Jeff 🤣 I really like Kilchoman Machir Bay. I haven't tried the Cask Strength Machir Bay yet. Also like the Ardbeg Uigeadail. Rounding out my top 5 would be Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength, Port Charlotte 10, and Port Askaig 100 proof. Cheers!
Thanks Simonne, I do always fear that people don't have the same humour as me 😂 Port Askaig 100 proof is meant to be stunning, I really need to get to trying it! Cheers for getting involved.
Hi Jeff, for me my list would include,Ugi, port Charlotte 10, Kilchoman Islay barley (it’s a bit pricey though),Laphraiog QC and Laga 8. Think a quality/price video would be certainly interesting. Slàinte Jeff🥃
Very strong list David! I am with you on the Laga 8, I had a couple of samples but popped my bottle tonight and it is blowing me away! Fantastic stuff. Cheers
In no particular order PC10, Bunna 10 CS 2022 (although might not fulfil price criteria), Kilchoman Sanaig, Ardbeg Corry and Laphroaig Quarter Cask. It must be noted that 2 latter are so to say 'historical' and I don't know if they still stand up to fight.
A VERY strong list. How do you find the Corry compares to the other Ardbegs like Uigeadail and Ao? Looked at it a few times but yet to get to try. Cheers for getting involved!
Great video Jeff. A high QPR (Quality - Price ratio) video would be a good one for down the road. Be interested to hear your thoughts on 'overperformers'.
Thank you buddy, yeah I think a best bang for buck price range could be helpful in a "What YOU should pay for Whisky" UA-cam style title will have to be done. 😂 Cheers!
That is the right attitude! Hopefully able to get some soon but I think Whisky Baron maybe a little bit of a stretch! Thanks for watching and supporting buddy, really means alot! Slap on!
I have never owned a bottle, core range or indie. BUT I do certainly have a love for it and agree it is massively underrated, what would be your recommendations to get? Cheers Garry
Batch variation didn't even pop into my mind when put this together. The Lagavulin 16 certainly seems to be king of consistency which I should have taken into account... I will try Octomore one day! Cheers for getting involved Dram Dribbler!
Thanks for watching Raeth! Sherry Oak is a special bottle for me. For the Bunnahabhain Stiuireadair I think it is the almost chocolately note that I get on the taste which really gives it another level. Almost a bit salty nutella. Will have to pour myself a glass now... Cheers!
Not that you're predictable you young slapper but I guessed your number one. I wouldn't say mine is better, it's just based on what I currently have or have had in my collection. I don't have a massive Islay collection so my choice is limited. Here's mine, I obviously need to gain more Islay experience and bottles but here we go- 1. Laphroaig 10 Sherry 2. Signatory Caol Ila 9yo 1st fill sherry cask 3. Laphroaig Lore 4. Lagavulin 16 distillers edition 5. Bunnahabhain Toiteach A Dhà
I did think to throw a curve bottle and not pick it as my number one but it is so darn good! Really strong list, I bet that Laga 16 Distillers edition is magical, didn't even know it existed! Cheers for getting involved even if you list is better... not.
I do have a soft spot for Caol Ila and I think if I have had more experience with the 12, maybe it could have made the list. Are you a Coal Ila fan? Cheers for watching!
I have been waiting a long time to use the "now we know" clip! Glad the godfather clip landed too spent too long making the lightning work on the bottle! Cheers Mitch!
Is YOUR list better? let me know!
yes and no further questions
DARN! Feel I priviledged to be mentioned in the intro 😍
Thanks for shining a light on these Islay whiskies, Jeff.
Slàinte mhath
Talking about Peat, of course the one and only Peathead needed a subtle message. I look forward to sharing your list in a future video!
Mentioned twice in the credits no less!
@@whiskywithmolly8974 He is a very lucky boy! I am not good with names...
The whole port charlotte 10 section was gold
Relived that it was not just me who found it amusing 😂 thanks for watching and hope you can get into your bottles better than I can!
Interesting. First time Jeff Whisky review! Nice light presentation, bags of fun and just the right amount of information. Love it. Nice one Jeff.
Cheers for the kind words Malcolm, glad you stumbled across my channel and liked what you saw! Great to have you here 🥃
Best Video Yet Jeff. Found myself laughing to most of this!
5. Bunnahabhain 12
4. Bowmore 15
3. Kilchoman Sanaig
2. Ardbeg 10
1. Classic Laddie
Awesome. I am really pleased with this video. That is a strong list, what are your thoughts on other Bowmores? I know it has a little stigma around it. Cheers!
I love your wristwatch, cobber. And yes to the cask strength Machir Bay. Laphroaig 10YO Sherry, ditto.
I do love a Casio, especially these smaller retro G Shocks, it barely comes off my wrist! I think I got to move to the CS Machir Bay next, cheers!
Fascinating list illuminated by the king of the tasting notes -- Jeff. But the absolute highlight was you opening the bottle of Port Charlotte. Great editing decision to leave it in in real time. Kanpai!
Thanks Mac, I have no regrets with that long clip showing my struggle! Cheers for the support buddy!
Fantastic video and I love your production quality! Your #5 holds a soft spot for me.
Thanks for the kind words Les! #5 is a banger! Cheers for watching.
Whew! Didn't expect to see The Whisky Baron. Good choice (even though I haven't had any), and I love their U&U podcast 👌🏻
It is a bottle that genuinely blows me away with each pour, I need to explore more Staoisha! Yeah big fan of their podcast too. Cheers for watching!
@@JeffWhisky Cheers 🥂
Just what I needed as I try exploring more peaty scotches. I might not be a full blown peathead yet, but if there are some gems out there for me to try, I trust you to point me in the right direction!
Hope it is of help buddy. I am sure when I return to this list maybe a year down the line it could be very different but every bottle for me is a banger. Look forward hearing about your peat dive! Cheers
Fun video. Great list. I only tried half of these. I loved ardbeg ugi and Kilchoman bay. Thanks 🙏
Thanks Koby! Proud of this list and there is so many others which could have appeared, any ones you think I should have appear in this list? Cheers.
Quality video buddy and I love all the choices and it’s never easy. Even the “Hugo-Dhal” one of my first ever islay bottles I bought after laga 16.
Really interested in the Stoisha, I’ll need to look out for that. Keep the content coming amigo. Slainte
Cheers Kevin! Was surprised just how tough it was, be great to hear your thoughts on a similar video. Staoisha pickings seem pretty slim from looking around, hope you find a banger! Cheers
that battle killed me jeff 🤣🤣🤣 Lagavulin for the win
I always find myself funny, but editing that part... it was a struggle! Think Laga 16 will do well in the peoples vote... Cheers for watching
@@JeffWhisky funny boy... funny funny boy
Lagavulin is #1!!!
.. winning the „Chill filtered to death“ award? Or the „aged in weak, inactive casks“ price? Seriously, Lagavulin 16 was my first whisky love, but it’s getting weaker and weaker over the years.
Don't have a better list, but appreciate your thoughts here!
Thanks buddy! Is there any bottles you think would be in your top 5 off the top of your head? Cheers
Need to try one of those Stoicha bottlings, and I’ve got the Laphroaig Sherry but it remains unopened. I would have to go 5 - Laphroaig CS, 4 - Uigeadail, 3 - Bunna 12 CS, 2 - Sanaig 1 - Port Charlotte 10
Still so many I need to try. Great list and video 👍
Thanks Mathew! I am on the hunt for other bottles of it to compare! When you do open your Laphroaig 10 Sherry, I really hope you love it as much as I do. Brilliant list, with lots of high abv, cheers!
@@JeffWhisky thanks! yeah I’ve got a soft spot for Cask Strength whisky for sure 😂 cheers 🥃
PC10 Uber alles!
I also love the Senaig, might have to try Machir Bay.
I’m also sipping the Elenents of Isla Sherry cask finish which is 3/4 Laphroaig to 1/4 Coal Isla - 2 birds with one stone AND delicious.
A Bowmore bottling from the late ‘90s would make my top 5.
There’s probably an Arsbeg I’d love but they have too many releases to keep up with…
Always looked at those elements bottles but yet to try. Really that good yeah? Few places seem to have it on offer. Same with those Ardbeg releases, I was really tempted by the new port release but far too pricey! Cheers!
@@JeffWhisky I love sherried peat, so it's right up my alley. The Laphroaig flavour isn't totally drowned out, I'm happy I bought it but not sure if it's permashelf LIKE THE PC10.
Every time I try to recommend a place that you can obtain samples from, my comment is deleted…. but it is possible.
That PC10 is an absolute beauty and it deserves an extra credit to be mentioned with the big boys of Islay with it's peat actually coming from the mainland! That's why it tastes more earthen and not so medicinal and iodine dominated. Great list except for number 1 😂 Cheers my friend 🥃
Truly is, and you have opened my mind. I didn't know it was mainland peat? Surely that adds more miles to making a bottle. Love to hear what your list would be mate! Cheers.
@@JeffWhisky
Yeah most if not all peated barley Octomore and Port Charlottes use are coming from mainland. It was the same case with Ardbeg Hypernova and that's why a lot of people were underwhelmed with the peat on that one. Port Ellen Maltings can only smoke the barley up to a certain level of Peat ppm and anything above that distilleries have to find other ways.
Well Lore has to be there, Corryvreckan, any sigle ex-bourbon cask Kilchomans above age 10, Laphroaig Cairdeas PX and I think I'll go for Lagavulin 12, preferrably 2018 but any year is good for me :)
Oh nice idea! I might do this too in the future. Not a fan of the Uig compared to the other Ardbeg releases but I’d shove loads of laphroaigs in there. Try the 16! My favourite yet! Love the port Charlotte too that’s definitely in there
Please do get involved mtae, love to hear your take on this Islay war! I have heard so many good things about the Laphroaig 16 but so pricey a bottle. Cheers mate!
Louv your content and humour big guy ! Slap 👋🏻 on
Thanks for the kind words mate! Cheers and may the slaps be with you!
This is my fave video that you have made Jeff!! Love it!! I admit I pay a lot for Lagavulin - 16 and the 2022 12 and the 3rd Offerman expression - but it’s number 1 for me every time! I love your 5 selections sooo much!! Fabulous!! I would have made Lagavulin #1 but it’s all good - all in good fun! I am bored with the Laphroaig 10 but this Laphroaig is spectacular!!! You rock!! Spectacular video!!
Thanks Christine, really means alot and was proud with how this one came out. I was meant to wait till next week to release it but couldn't wait! 😂 I revisited the Lagavulin 8yo last night and was really impressed by it and can see it shooting up the list! What has been your favourite Offerman expression? I was impressed by the stout one! Thanks for getting involved!
@@JeffWhisky Yes I think the Lagavulin 8 is terrific and it's sold at a much more reasonable price! I loved the second Offerman - the Stout expression! Delicious! My favourite was the third offering - Charred Oak Cask - loved it so much!! If you ever see it try and grab it Jeff!! Cheers!! 🙂
Great funny video Jeff 🤣 I really like Kilchoman Machir Bay. I haven't tried the Cask Strength Machir Bay yet. Also like the Ardbeg Uigeadail. Rounding out my top 5 would be Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength, Port Charlotte 10, and Port Askaig 100 proof. Cheers!
Thanks Simonne, I do always fear that people don't have the same humour as me 😂 Port Askaig 100 proof is meant to be stunning, I really need to get to trying it! Cheers for getting involved.
Hi Jeff, for me my list would include,Ugi, port Charlotte 10, Kilchoman Islay barley (it’s a bit pricey though),Laphraiog QC and Laga 8. Think a quality/price video would be certainly interesting. Slàinte Jeff🥃
Very strong list David! I am with you on the Laga 8, I had a couple of samples but popped my bottle tonight and it is blowing me away! Fantastic stuff. Cheers
In no particular order PC10, Bunna 10 CS 2022 (although might not fulfil price criteria), Kilchoman Sanaig, Ardbeg Corry and Laphroaig Quarter Cask.
It must be noted that 2 latter are so to say 'historical' and I don't know if they still stand up to fight.
A VERY strong list. How do you find the Corry compares to the other Ardbegs like Uigeadail and Ao? Looked at it a few times but yet to get to try. Cheers for getting involved!
Great show enjoyed it as always
Thanks Anthony! Cheers for watching!
well done with the list, the video, the commentary!
Thanks Overlanddrams! Really means alot, cheers!
Great video Jeff.
A high QPR (Quality - Price ratio) video would be a good one for down the road. Be interested to hear your thoughts on 'overperformers'.
Thank you buddy, yeah I think a best bang for buck price range could be helpful in a "What YOU should pay for Whisky" UA-cam style title will have to be done. 😂 Cheers!
Haven't had the Kilchoman or Whisky Baron as of yet but...one day lol. You can't go wrong with the Weebeastie either. Cheers to ya!
That is the right attitude! Hopefully able to get some soon but I think Whisky Baron maybe a little bit of a stretch! Thanks for watching and supporting buddy, really means alot! Slap on!
Where is the Caol Ila? Criminally underrated!
I have never owned a bottle, core range or indie. BUT I do certainly have a love for it and agree it is massively underrated, what would be your recommendations to get? Cheers Garry
No spoilers, but the problem with that bottle on top, at least here in the US, is that it is so expensive.
Tough one as can change with batch variation. Caol Ila needs some praise but got to be Laga 16, Laph 10 CS, Ardbeg 10 and any Octomore you can afford
Batch variation didn't even pop into my mind when put this together. The Lagavulin 16 certainly seems to be king of consistency which I should have taken into account... I will try Octomore one day! Cheers for getting involved Dram Dribbler!
@@JeffWhisky some bottles can change WILDLY! cheers Jeff
The Quarter Cask was fantastic. The Sherry Oak is definitely on my list. What do you like about the Bunnahabhain Stiuireadair?
Thanks for watching Raeth! Sherry Oak is a special bottle for me. For the Bunnahabhain Stiuireadair I think it is the almost chocolately note that I get on the taste which really gives it another level. Almost a bit salty nutella. Will have to pour myself a glass now... Cheers!
Not that you're predictable you young slapper but I guessed your number one.
I wouldn't say mine is better, it's just based on what I currently have or have had in my collection. I don't have a massive Islay collection so my choice is limited.
Here's mine, I obviously need to gain more Islay experience and bottles but here we go-
1. Laphroaig 10 Sherry
2. Signatory Caol Ila 9yo 1st fill sherry cask
3. Laphroaig Lore
4. Lagavulin 16 distillers edition
5. Bunnahabhain Toiteach A Dhà
I did think to throw a curve bottle and not pick it as my number one but it is so darn good! Really strong list, I bet that Laga 16 Distillers edition is magical, didn't even know it existed! Cheers for getting involved even if you list is better... not.
Floosey ! Shirt undone to your naval
Got to make the most of the summer breeze 😂
That Kaiser Chiefs throwback got me feeling like 2005! Will you do a Speyside video, maybe a bit tougher? Nice one.
Really glad someone got the reference there! There certainly would be a couple more bottles to pick from there... Cheers for getting involved.
I was thinking is number 1 really going to be Caol Ila 12?? But yea, should have guessed that one
I do have a soft spot for Caol Ila and I think if I have had more experience with the 12, maybe it could have made the list. Are you a Coal Ila fan? Cheers for watching!
Peep show and The Godfather combined... only on Jeff Whisky. Nice list but your number one was predictable!
I have been waiting a long time to use the "now we know" clip! Glad the godfather clip landed too spent too long making the lightning work on the bottle! Cheers Mitch!