Stumbled across this today for $41, picked it up instead of th Glenmorangie original I was going for. Definitely get the floral/vanilla/honey notes. It's the cheapest single-malt I've found around, and I enjoy it. I'll certainly reach for it before Monkey Shoulder.
With the inflation on scotch, this has been a nice inexpensive bottle, I’ve been going to lately and I think I’m just more impressed with the quality & consistency of this bottle. It’s little more richer in depth & character than Monkey Shoulder … now it’s not going to blow your mind but it’ll make you raise your eyebrows in surprise. Nice dram 😎🥃
All the pleasure from what is a terrifically textured and honey-rich spirit is stripped out from the entire Aberfeldy core range by being presented at 40%. It’s usually great value here too, no question. But did I replace it? No. I didn’t. I don’t think you boys will either. Great point on how it stands against Monkey Shoulder though.
Guys I have a question about the bottle of Deanston 12 you just reviewed. It looks like it’s a light brown box. I’ve read the white tube version is way better. However you raved about the light brown version. Are they the same?? I found the same box version for $40 locally and didn’t buy it just Incase. What do you guys think?
Got one of these last year for $38 and as you stated at 40% filtered/colored was not expecting a lot. Really think this would be very good at 46% NCF NC but was glad I tried it as a few months later picked up a Dewar's 15 and could pick the flavors of this out in it right away. Interesting that another Dewar's component Royal Brakla is also presented like this but, two other Dewar's ingredients Aultmore and Craigellichaie are both 46% NCF NC and are on my favorites list. Cheers
Great point. Prices are a bit different in my area, but the ratio is about the same - I'll almost always reach for Tomatin 12 when I want a less expensive bottle because it's so high quality, and 43% compared to so many others at 40% in that range.
See my way i can get the majorty of twelve year releases for 35$-40$. for expample i just got a glenmorangie twelve year lasanta cask for 40$ there's only a few brands that market above that $40 mark for a 12-year in my area such as Dalmore and Macallan
It's not a big brand, and for the price, even here in Scotland, it offers bang for buck. Always room for some of this at that price in my wheelhouse. Good to serve to the occasional whisky drinker...
Aberfeldy 12 is $35 in Brooklyn. Tomatin 12 @ 43% is about $35, Glen Moray 12 @40% is about $30, and the the supremely great valued Loch Lomand 12 @46 is $30, and IT is the best value going (despite what Mr. Ralfy says).
I didn't take detailed notes when I tried this a couple months ago, but your notes are pretty much in line with what I recall, and for the price, it's a very good option to me.
I like the 21 yr old, but not the 12 yr! I would pick a JW Black, Chivas Regal or a Glenfiddich 12 yr! And HP Magnus is that price! Don't forget Oban Little Bay at $39! Cheers!
I just got a glenmorangie 12 year lasanta cask for 40$ . I'm really not sure where you guys are looking but if you think that most 12s cost 60 or $70 you guys are getting a crap deal Wherever You Are don't mean to offend but the majority of 12 Years my way are about 35 to $40 and only a few brands that market 12 above that price, such as dalmore and macallan
Re production availability, the UK has 12, 16, 21 and some single cask (Distillery) editions (not sure what gets to the US though). Within the Dewars brands, I much prefer Craigellachie 13 or Aultmore 12 around this age, as they are both more interesting and higher ABV (46), NCF, at a higher price though.. Get what you pay for I suppose ..
Picked up a bottle for $38, If i didnt know what it was, I would have guessed it was bourbon. Smells and tastes like spicy corn. Not bad, just doesn't taste like scotch to me
Meh...Just because a bottle is reasonably priced doesn’t mean it should be bought! I’ve had 10yr Cask Strength whisky for $50-$60 that’s significantly better than this basic low avb offering. To me that’s bang for your buck...🤔
I enjoyed this one but it's not worth it (to me) due to the minimum 40% abv and the $55.00 tag on it in my area; I will instead go with Ardbeg 10 every time for the same $. Enjoy the rest of the summer guys... and thanks.
Great review. Is it possible to maybe turn the microphone down to get more voices and less mouth smacking sounds. No offense boys. Just hard to listen to
I'm relieved that you are not taking the 'standard UA-camr' positive about everything approach. My bottle of this was easily the worst $40 I've spent on alcohol. The cheap sherry casks are tired and sulfurous, the nose and palate thin and one-dimensional. Certain 'tribes', ahem, are positive about everything they film, and can never be trusted. Please do not give in.
This dude forward to the left needs to work on his pallet if he thinks Aberfeldy 12 tastes anything like "Juicy Fruit"....describe distinct fruits, or stfu. He must also be the ringleader since everybody went along with his juvenile assessment... Such a disappointment in wasting time on this channel..... didn't even finish the video! For the price Aberfeldy 12 is a great introduction to a slightly peaty blend.
Well that dude, is me and you missed the point. Juicy Fruit is a flavor and that's what the dram reminded me of... as for "STFU", love it man....one of my favorites and completely appreciated! Sorry for your disappointment, but thanks for taking time to comment! Cheers, ~Mark
Stumbled across this today for $41, picked it up instead of th Glenmorangie original I was going for. Definitely get the floral/vanilla/honey notes. It's the cheapest single-malt I've found around, and I enjoy it. I'll certainly reach for it before Monkey Shoulder.
With the inflation on scotch, this has been a nice inexpensive bottle, I’ve been going to lately and I think I’m just more impressed with the quality & consistency of this bottle. It’s little more richer in depth & character than Monkey Shoulder … now it’s not going to blow your mind but it’ll make you raise your eyebrows in surprise. Nice dram 😎🥃
All the pleasure from what is a terrifically textured and honey-rich spirit is stripped out from the entire Aberfeldy core range by being presented at 40%. It’s usually great value here too, no question. But did I replace it? No. I didn’t. I don’t think you boys will either. Great point on how it stands against Monkey Shoulder though.
Guys I have a question about the bottle of Deanston 12 you just reviewed. It looks like it’s a light brown box. I’ve read the white tube version is way better. However you raved about the light brown version. Are they the same?? I found the same box version for $40 locally and didn’t buy it just Incase. What do you guys think?
Got one of these last year for $38 and as you stated at 40% filtered/colored was not expecting a lot. Really think this would be very good at 46% NCF NC but was glad I tried it as a few months later picked up a Dewar's 15 and could pick the flavors of this out in it right away. Interesting that another Dewar's component Royal Brakla is also presented like this but, two other Dewar's ingredients Aultmore and Craigellichaie are both 46% NCF NC and are on my favorites list. Cheers
This is $50 in my area. It's okay but if I'm going budget I'd go with Tomatin 12 @ $35 instead. Cheers.
Great point. Prices are a bit different in my area, but the ratio is about the same - I'll almost always reach for Tomatin 12 when I want a less expensive bottle because it's so high quality, and 43% compared to so many others at 40% in that range.
See my way i can get the majorty of twelve year releases for 35$-40$. for expample i just got a glenmorangie twelve year lasanta cask for 40$ there's only a few brands that market above that $40 mark for a 12-year in my area such as Dalmore and Macallan
My go to shop has it on sale for $29.99. For that price I think I'll have to pick it up...........Thanks for the honest review
Thanks for saving me money. I see this on the shelf at my local shop and was curious. Now I'll move onto something else.
Not saying it's not for anyone....but there are some better ones out there for sure! ~Mark
If you guys enjoyed the 12, you should really try the 16. Double the price but seriously better profile IMHO.
I am not sure if you can get them in the States but the single cask bottlings from this distillery are the ones to go for.
Hmmmm, now I'm interested! ~Mark
It's not a big brand, and for the price, even here in Scotland, it offers bang for buck. Always room for some of this at that price in my wheelhouse. Good to serve to the occasional whisky drinker...
AGREED!
In the future I'd go back for JW Black at that price point. But I'll certainly finish my bottle.
Aberfeldy 12 is $35 in Brooklyn. Tomatin 12 @ 43% is about $35, Glen Moray 12 @40% is about $30, and the the supremely great valued Loch Lomand 12 @46 is $30, and IT is the best value going (despite what Mr. Ralfy says).
Ouuuuuu, great info, thanks for sharing!! ~Mark
@@Scotch4Dummies my pleasure, keep up the good work!
For less than 40$ you have single malts such as old pultney 12, ancnoc 12, Glenfiddich 12 etc.
This is true, but this one stands pretty good with those! ~Mark
You sir, are very right. Which is why nobody should buy this until they bother with a more authentic presentation
I didn't take detailed notes when I tried this a couple months ago, but your notes are pretty much in line with what I recall, and for the price, it's a very good option to me.
I like the 21 yr old, but not the 12 yr! I would pick a JW Black, Chivas Regal or a Glenfiddich 12 yr! And HP Magnus is that price! Don't forget Oban Little Bay at $39! Cheers!
I just got a glenmorangie 12 year lasanta cask for 40$ . I'm really not sure where you guys are looking but if you think that most 12s cost 60 or $70 you guys are getting a crap deal Wherever You Are don't mean to offend but the majority of 12 Years my way are about 35 to $40 and only a few brands that market 12 above that price, such as dalmore and macallan
Solid review. Sounds like it's worth trying. For whatever reason, I've never tried this one before.
I've always wanted to pick this up... I'm going for it! Thanks, guys! Cheers!
Thanks for the honest review, gents!
I'm kind of avoiding to buy this one for years, did you try the 16?
Re production availability, the UK has 12, 16, 21 and some single cask (Distillery) editions (not sure what gets to the US though). Within the Dewars brands, I much prefer Craigellachie 13 or Aultmore 12 around this age, as they are both more interesting and higher ABV (46), NCF, at a higher price though.. Get what you pay for I suppose ..
I believe I got a bad bottle of Aberfeldy 12. I wrote it off as not good. I may have to try another to see if I can get you notes.
The last time I had this one (about 2y ago) I got an obtrusive clove note on the finish... haven't had it since then
Well, for the fans there's three new Spey at cask strength: Tenné, Trutina and Fumare!
We're Spey fans!!! ~Mark
Picked up a bottle for $38, If i didnt know what it was, I would have guessed it was bourbon. Smells and tastes like spicy corn. Not bad, just doesn't taste like scotch to me
Value. Easy to bring to a patio party. Worth it once, but not something to seek out again. Thanks for sharing your thoughts gentlemen!
Banana peal honey and spice
Best scotch under 35? Any suggestions
I’m a bit late, but I’d recommend Glenmorangie 10 or the Tomatin 12.
Meh...Just because a bottle is reasonably priced doesn’t mean it should be bought! I’ve had 10yr Cask Strength whisky for $50-$60 that’s significantly better than this basic low avb offering. To me that’s bang for your buck...🤔
Not going to disagree with you, but I do think there is a place for this on home bars....and I LOVE cask strength scotch! :-) ~Mark
I once bought the 21 for only 88 euros. Turned out it was already too expensive and i will never buy this bottle again. Felt like drinking water.
I like scotch
I enjoyed this one but it's not worth it (to me) due to the minimum 40% abv and the $55.00 tag on it in my area; I will instead go with Ardbeg 10 every time for the same $. Enjoy the rest of the summer guys... and thanks.
I would get a glenlivet 12 all daylong comepared to that,
Great review. Is it possible to maybe turn the microphone down to get more voices and less mouth smacking sounds. No offense boys. Just hard to listen to
i got this for $31. its one of my top 10 scotches.
Me for about 30 EU, but to be honest, it's my least favourite, I'm missing complexity, and bitterness.
I found it flat and one dimensional. I might try it again if it appears in cask strength.
Well.....to be honest, we'll try everything in cask strength! LOL
@@Scotch4Dummies indeed! :)
I'm relieved that you are not taking the 'standard UA-camr' positive about everything approach. My bottle of this was easily the worst $40 I've spent on alcohol. The cheap sherry casks are tired and sulfurous, the nose and palate thin and one-dimensional. Certain 'tribes', ahem, are positive about everything they film, and can never be trusted. Please do not give in.
Wish I could return it. Anybody wants it message here we can arrange something
Guys who swirl their whisky....
BARAN
Undrinkable. Save your money.
What would you reccomend?
What's your flavor profile? Malty? Fruity? Smokey? Light?
This dude forward to the left needs to work on his pallet if he thinks Aberfeldy 12 tastes anything like "Juicy Fruit"....describe distinct fruits, or stfu. He must also be the ringleader since everybody went along with his juvenile assessment... Such a disappointment in wasting time on this channel..... didn't even finish the video! For the price Aberfeldy 12 is a great introduction to a slightly peaty blend.
Well that dude, is me and you missed the point. Juicy Fruit is a flavor and that's what the dram reminded me of... as for "STFU", love it man....one of my favorites and completely appreciated! Sorry for your disappointment, but thanks for taking time to comment! Cheers, ~Mark