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  • @MarnickB
    @MarnickB 2 роки тому +9

    1. Kilchoman: they produce everything themself, and its a geat quality product.
    2 bruichladdich: a great employer on islay also focussing on the future of the island and its community
    3 ardbeg: just great product really

  • @grahamokeefe9406
    @grahamokeefe9406 9 місяців тому +2

    I've tried stuff from all the Islay distilleries except for Bowmore and Caol Ila. So far, my faves are Lagavulin 16, and Port Charlotte 10 (And Bunnahabhain 12, but that's not peated). This one is probably close to the PC10 in terms of how much I dig it. This is the first Kilchomen I've tried. I disagree that it's "entry". I think it's solid, even for experienced folks, though it is a little young/bitey).

  • @mattsayle
    @mattsayle 2 роки тому +6

    Huge fan of Islay whiskey.

  • @DonnerPassWhisky
    @DonnerPassWhisky 2 роки тому +4

    Big fan of the 100% Islay barley releases. Have had 8/9/10. There own barley is peated to a lower level than the malt they buy so for me I can taste through the peat to all the other flavors. All there other expressions are made from Ardbeg spec malt from Port Ellen maltings on Islay. Cheers

  • @royboy2124
    @royboy2124 2 роки тому +2

    In order: Kilchoman, Bruichladdich then Lagavulin. I have yet to get an expression I don't like from any of these distilleries. My favorite Kilchoman is the Sanaig but I have a small batch release that is a port, bourbon and sherry cask that is pretty spectacular and a close second. Glad you're exploring their offerings. Cheers!

  • @Granolacowboy44
    @Granolacowboy44 2 роки тому +5

    For me it’s Lagavulin. I love the distillers edition! It’s honestly my favorite whisky

    • @physics2112
      @physics2112 2 роки тому

      What ruins their image for me is the artificial color. Appreciating the color of a whiskey is a major part of my tasting experience, and Laga doesn't let me do that the way #Ardbeg and Laphroaig do.

    • @Kvs-vf9nt
      @Kvs-vf9nt 2 роки тому

      The coloring I don't care. It doesn't do anything to the taste. But chill filtering. That's the worst..

  • @robc5051
    @robc5051 2 роки тому

    Bruichladdich - Port Charlotte 10 Yr Heavy Peat
    Lagavulin 8
    Lagavulin 16
    These are my top 3 under $100 Islays personally [:

  • @RalphGB
    @RalphGB 2 роки тому +2

    My favorite Islays are Bruichladdich and Bunnahabain, and if I have to pick just one, it's Bruichladdich.

    • @augmentedr8428
      @augmentedr8428 2 роки тому +1

      Which Bruichladdich would you recommend?

    • @RalphGB
      @RalphGB 2 роки тому +1

      @@augmentedr8428 The Classic Laddie is a solid go-to for me, but I'm not the biggest fan of peated whiskeys.

  • @daniellmarcussen2599
    @daniellmarcussen2599 7 місяців тому

    Machir Bay is great with oyster. Raw oyster a drop of lemon and a sip of Machir Bay is magic.

  • @whiskypapanotango2908
    @whiskypapanotango2908 2 роки тому +1

    Favourite Kilchoman: Am Burach
    Favourite Islay Distillery: Laphroaig
    My first whisky ever tasted: Lagavulin 16 :-)

  • @IC86
    @IC86 2 роки тому +1

    Good review, thanks for posting it. To answer one question: I have not tried any Kilchomins, but that Sanaig sounds very intriguing. To answer your other question: my favorite Islay distillery is Bruichladdich, what with The Classic Laddie, Port Charlotte 10, and Heavily Peated Islay Barley (2012) expressions. My second favorite is Ardbeg.

  • @archietyler6759
    @archietyler6759 2 роки тому +2

    My favorite is Bruichladdich. Since I've been watching your channel Bill my palate has expanded😄 and my favorite peated whiskey now is Port Charlotte... It is some tasty juice😂😂

    • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
      @TheWhiskeyDictionary  2 роки тому +1

      Thats a long way to go! Port Charlotte is awesome

    • @archietyler6759
      @archietyler6759 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheWhiskeyDictionary you first introduced me to peated whiskey thru Connemara and it was delicious. And then you open me to a whole new world of whiskey. Thank you so much Bill!!!

  • @howardfoster4393
    @howardfoster4393 2 роки тому +1

    To be honest I love them all but the one that just has it’s nose ahead of the others is Bruichladdich. Jim McEwan totally transformed the distillery when he was there and Adam Hannett is doing a great job since he took over the reins. The information available on each bottle is amazing and I think the Classic Laddie and Port Charlotte 10 are outstanding. The for the peat monsters there’s the Octomore. Really like the Machir Bay and the cask strength is great. The other for me is the Loch Gorm but think it’s over priced at around £75. Cheers.

  • @eddeppenbrook4188
    @eddeppenbrook4188 2 роки тому +1

    Top 3 Kilchomans
    1) Loch Gorm
    2) 2021 PX Sherry finished
    3) Islay barley

  • @xDarthRio
    @xDarthRio 2 роки тому +2

    That’s a tough one, but I’d have to go with Lagavulin.

  • @danielolsson1585
    @danielolsson1585 2 роки тому +1

    Haven't tried all, but Bunnahabhain is my favorite. Bowmore isn't too bad either.

  • @PSNeko
    @PSNeko 2 роки тому +2

    Fav distillery is bruichladdich for me. But there is really nothing really bad on islay xD

  • @jannerantaruikka
    @jannerantaruikka 2 роки тому +1

    Oh and so far my favourite Kilchoman whisky is 2021 PX cask👍🏻

  • @TheReal_DeanD
    @TheReal_DeanD Рік тому

    Well these were just put on sale in my area for 48 bucks so I’m happy I got a bottle so I will now know what this is like.

  • @Watchman999
    @Watchman999 2 роки тому

    My all time favorite Kilchoman is the Machir Bay Cask Strength but I also thoroughly enjoy their PX Cask Cask Strength expressions....generally those are single barrel store picks. Slainte.....still using the coin I bought from you at the 2019 Bastard's Ball.....

  • @jeffswhiskeylounge509
    @jeffswhiskeylounge509 2 роки тому +1

    Tough to choose a favorite Islay distillery, I really like so many of them. I love Laphroaig for the intense smoke, but then Octomore from Bruichladdich takes that smoke way over the top. The more smoke the better! I have only tried 2 Kilchoman whiskys: one was a limited edition I cannot remember, and the other was Machir Bay. I enjoyed the Machir Bay, the smoke was light, but tasted to me like a smoked brisket. This whisky I think would go well with smoked meats.

  • @NealKanter
    @NealKanter 2 роки тому +1

    Loch Gorm, one of the finest leathery tasting Islay I've experienced. The bottle has hit the below halfway mark and use very sparingly.

  • @groberti
    @groberti 2 роки тому

    I have the Kilchoman Sanaig and I think it is truly tasty and delicious! I especially like the ashy and fruity nature of it. If you don't want to spend that much more on a sherried variant I think the Sanaig is definitely worth it. For me it is up there with Ardbeg 10 and Lagavulin 16 in terms of quality, even a bit more complex than those. The neck pour is not that great but let it oxidize a bit and it opens up beautifully.

  • @cecilrobbins5182
    @cecilrobbins5182 2 роки тому

    I really liked this review. It was straight forward and spot on. This is one of my favorite Islay whiskies of all time. Right there with Ardbeg Corryvrecken and Laphroiag CS 10yr #013. It's the bourbon barrel thing and the peat, I also have the 95% bourbon barrel, the Cask Strength and the Impex release 14yr Machir Bay at 53%. I'm still on my 2nd bottle of the regular Machir Bay so I have a ton of joy in store. I am so over the sherry cask craze that so many are on so I had the Sanaig and Loch Gorm and won't buy them again but Machir Bay all the way!!

  • @AlexDraut
    @AlexDraut 2 роки тому

    Ardbeg has to be my favorite, but Bruichladdich gives it a run for its money. My complaint with Bruichladdich is that the really high end stuff like Black Art and Octomore are really hard to find. Do yourself a favor and review one of the Octomores! I've had the 10.1 and the 10 Year that's over 200 PPM.

  • @WineLightMedia
    @WineLightMedia 2 роки тому

    100% Islay is one of my favourite all time scotches.

  • @stromghouls
    @stromghouls 2 роки тому

    i have many special editions kilchoman exclusive to my area. they are my favorite peated scotch.

  • @northeastshooter5135
    @northeastshooter5135 Рік тому +1

    A surprise to me was the Kilchoman Machir Bay. A Big Ardbeg Uigeadail fan the Machir Bay brings a wonderfully lasting rich peat flavor much like Ardbeg. Kilchoman seems to be on the cusp of exploding onto the Islay scene.

  • @richardbarrick1492
    @richardbarrick1492 6 днів тому

    The sherry ' Sanaig' sounds very interesting ❤😅

  • @renaudtpa
    @renaudtpa 2 роки тому +3

    Between Ardbeg 10 & Laphroig 10, tough call I like them both equally!!

  • @luketrevan6490
    @luketrevan6490 2 роки тому

    Bunnahabhain or Bruichladdich, especially the peated offerings from both distilleries

  • @rob2931
    @rob2931 2 роки тому

    Favorite = Laphroaig. Laphroaig 10, Port Charlotte 10, Lavagulan 16. I was not excited by Machir Bay. I. Opened it tasted it and let it sit for 6 months. With oxidation it has improved a bit. However; I would not purchase it again.

  • @iskillcorn1
    @iskillcorn1 2 роки тому

    New to whisky but so far my favourite whisky is islay whisky in particular Ardbeg 🥃

  • @brmicmatthews8398
    @brmicmatthews8398 2 роки тому

    Bunnahabhain is my favorite Isla. Just became a lover of scotch because of Bunnahabhain 12. The stuff is delicious. I haven’t really tried any other Isla so I guess I can’t really comment lol

  • @stevewu3502
    @stevewu3502 2 роки тому +1

    My top three distillers would be Lagavulin, Laphroaig and Bruichladdich.

  • @jannerantaruikka
    @jannerantaruikka 2 роки тому +1

    That is a tuff one. I can say that my least favourite Islay distilleries are Bowmore and Caol Ila. 🤔

  • @matthewwong1101
    @matthewwong1101 2 роки тому

    kilchoman is my favorite by far

  • @kyletaylor13
    @kyletaylor13 2 роки тому

    Bunnahabbin!! so overlooked but always amazing

  • @Kvs-vf9nt
    @Kvs-vf9nt 2 роки тому

    Favourite Kilchoman is the loch gorm
    Edit: Also the price is not too bad its 90euro's for a bottle off loch gorm so under a 100 euros.
    I have many great island/Islay scotches under a 100 euros. Almost all off them.
    Yes octomore and a Bunnahabhain 18y old is over it but what I want to say is you can easely have a collection with under 100eu scotch single malts.
    Also the machir bay is like 50eu here.

  • @bluesmanen1
    @bluesmanen1 2 роки тому

    I recomend you to try find a Port Cask Finish of Kilchoman...I've tried 2 different and they are fantastic.

  • @arrivederci4002
    @arrivederci4002 2 роки тому +1

    Favourite Kilchoman; Sanaig
    Favourite Islay Destillery: Lagavulin
    Just love it when that sherry thing is going on in peaty drams

  • @jeffedgar562
    @jeffedgar562 2 роки тому

    Big fan of Compass Box but my fav distillery is probably Ardbeg

  • @joachimkoka5030
    @joachimkoka5030 2 роки тому

    Of the ones I’ve had (which is very limited) I’m inclined to say bruichladdich. Recently got the port Charlotte 10 and love it. I’ve also had the pleasure of having octomore once and well…it’s octomore. Looking forward to trying the classic laddie soon

  • @ThiloBauer
    @ThiloBauer 2 роки тому

    Bowmore. Yes, it's colored, yes. it's chill-filtered. But Bowmore's smoke is of a different kind.Laphroig, Caol Ila, Lagavulin, Ardbeg: Their smoke is medicinal. Bowmore's smoke is "smoky". I like that.

  • @smashexentertainment676
    @smashexentertainment676 2 роки тому +1

    For me Bruichladdich is the best Islay distillery, since they are the only ones taking the main feature of Islay scotch - peat, to extreme. Once you go Octomore, it's game over.

  • @richardagnew4959
    @richardagnew4959 2 роки тому

    I LITERALLY picked up a bottle of this tonight. Wow! What timing! Recommended by The Whiskey Novice, Jim, in N.Ireland. Bill, I've watched your video and will partake of this one later. :). My fav Islay though would be Bunnahabhain ... particularly the 12 & the 18. :)

    • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
      @TheWhiskeyDictionary  2 роки тому

      I'd love to try the 18. Hell, I'd like to try any of them other than the 12

  • @user-st2ei1om2v
    @user-st2ei1om2v 2 роки тому +1

    My favorite is Lagavulin although ardbeg is a close second

  • @cvalencia31
    @cvalencia31 2 роки тому

    Been loving Ardbeg Ten recently. I'll try this one today.

  • @daviddonnelly2700
    @daviddonnelly2700 2 роки тому

    Enamoured with scotch whisky single malts from Islay. I am partial to salty peat bombs. LaPhroaig is my favorite Islay distillery. Lagavulin a very close second place.

  • @patrickc7834
    @patrickc7834 2 роки тому

    Definitely prefer Ardbeg. But actually like all Islay malts. Random order: Laphroaig, Bunnahabhain, Kilchoman. Never had the pleasure of drinking an Octomore though. But I did not especially like other whisky from Bruichladdich/Port Charlotte

  • @mokgable
    @mokgable 2 роки тому

    I have only tried Laphroaig and ardbeg, and it is hard to choose between both, but I will say that I really liked the wee beastie. I really want to try lagavulin but it's always over $115 here. Would like to try bruichladdich too.

  • @McIntyresMalts
    @McIntyresMalts 10 місяців тому

    Every Aussie knows what Eucalyptus smells like, an iconic one of a kind smell that I love about this country.

    • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
      @TheWhiskeyDictionary  10 місяців тому +1

      I'm impressed that you've survived until drinking age! Drop 🐻

    • @McIntyresMalts
      @McIntyresMalts 10 місяців тому

      @@TheWhiskeyDictionary haha yes they are everywhere!!

  • @marcwhiskey
    @marcwhiskey 2 роки тому +1

    Bruichladdie is definitely my favorite. Port Charlotte olc01 was one of those ah-ha moments with a whisky. So good.

  • @eddeppenbrook4188
    @eddeppenbrook4188 2 роки тому

    Choosing my favorite Islay is like trying to choose my favorite child you crazy bastard!

  • @juijitsu2000
    @juijitsu2000 2 роки тому

    Ardberg is my favorite Islay juice!

  • @whacheyayo
    @whacheyayo 2 роки тому

    Caol Ila 12 is so underrated.

  • @jackthepickledhound
    @jackthepickledhound 2 роки тому +1

    A 9 year single cask, bourbon matured was twice the price of this Machir Bay, but totally worth it. One of the best bottles of Single Malt I ever tried, and still own
    I went thru a bottle of this, Machir Bay at a party before I started my whisky journey, and yes it's ashy and the youth has a bite, but Kilchoman is always a good idea.

  • @kutu8922
    @kutu8922 2 роки тому

    Either Bruichladdich or Bunnahabhain. Laphroaig takes the third position for me on pair with Ardbeg.

  • @PezrulezHaakon
    @PezrulezHaakon 2 роки тому +2

    I can't really pick just one. Ardbeg, Laphroaig, Lagavulin are my top three so far. But Bunnahabhain, Talisker, Caol ila, Bruichladdich and Bowmore are really close.

    • @Kvs-vf9nt
      @Kvs-vf9nt 2 роки тому +1

      Try some tobermory and ledaig. It's also tobermory but peated from isle off mull.

    • @PezrulezHaakon
      @PezrulezHaakon 2 роки тому +1

      @@Kvs-vf9nt
      I've tasted Ledaig 10. That's a really good drop for sure. Very diffrent from the rest of the peated whiskys.
      I'll definitely want to try Tobermory some day 🤗

    • @Kvs-vf9nt
      @Kvs-vf9nt 2 роки тому +1

      @@PezrulezHaakon Yes it certainly is different. But damn it's very good scotch at a very good price. It's my favourite whisky to have a daily dram off.
      I have still 1 bottle and a half but my unpeated stuff off tobermory is finished and the 3 local shops don't have any. So I gonne have to order online.

  • @KahunaGlassArt
    @KahunaGlassArt 2 роки тому +1

    First favorite is Ardbeg, second is pretty close tie between Bruichladdich and lagavulin

    • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
      @TheWhiskeyDictionary  2 роки тому +2

      I agree with this exactly

    • @KahunaGlassArt
      @KahunaGlassArt 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheWhiskeyDictionary great channel by the way been watching for a few months now

    • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
      @TheWhiskeyDictionary  2 роки тому

      Thanks! I'm glad you've been enjoying it. Any whiskies you've bought based off my recommendation? What was the first video you found of mine if you remember?

    • @KahunaGlassArt
      @KahunaGlassArt 2 роки тому

      @@TheWhiskeyDictionary yeah the classic laddie! Which is probably my favorite non peated whisky

  • @cupid__angel__
    @cupid__angel__ 2 роки тому +1

    The only Islay I’ve tried is the Ardbeg 10. I think it’s delicious.

  • @KevinRodriguez-xs4ns
    @KevinRodriguez-xs4ns 2 роки тому

    Bruchladdich! You should try to get your hands on an octomore

  • @isbastardbunny
    @isbastardbunny 2 роки тому

    Ardbeg 10 for sipping Ardbeg Wee Beastie for necking

  • @ronr9423
    @ronr9423 2 роки тому

    1. Laphroaig
    2. Ardbeg
    3. Bruichladdie

  • @jdub292
    @jdub292 2 роки тому +1

    machir bay is some good juice ... but it really doesnt compare to the the cask strenght with the sheep wearing xmas hats. i really like kilchoman, but ardbeg still reigns the chamption of islay.

  • @matthewwong1101
    @matthewwong1101 2 роки тому

    Loch gorm is good but 100% islay is my favirite; i even like it more than the MEzcal, usa, and loch gorm

  • @IC86
    @IC86 2 роки тому

    Update: my store got in Machir Bay, Sanaig, and Loch Gorm, and my wallet is angry with me for getting all three. As your review accurately said, the Machir Bay doesn’t have the sherry-cask-infused notes, but the more oakey notes from the bourbon casks. I found the Machir Bay to be less sweet in a similar way to rye being less sweet than bourbon (and that is not to say Machir Bay is spicy, as it’s not). Some people may enjoy that, and there are times when I might prefer that. Definitely one to try.

    • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
      @TheWhiskeyDictionary  2 роки тому

      I NEED to know your opinion on Loch Gorm

    • @IC86
      @IC86 2 роки тому

      @@TheWhiskeyDictionary my Loch Gorm is the 2019, and I’ve heard the 2020 and 2021s are even better. I really like my Loch Gorm. The peat is there but is not overwhelming, and fuses well with the sherry cask notes. My only issue with it is the price, which is $99 pre-tax in my area. I get it that it’s a limited release, but it’s not ‘all that’ much better than the Sanaig at $68 (and IMHO it’s not better than the Sanaig at all). Overall, the Loch Gorm is delicious, but the price may be a sticking point.

  • @mraue
    @mraue 2 роки тому

    My favorite kilchoman expression is their port cask.

  • @jimcoleman7537
    @jimcoleman7537 2 роки тому

    Bunnahabhain is the only Islay that I have actually liked.

  • @DC632A
    @DC632A 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve tried but I just don’t like smoke in my whiskey. Great review though.

  • @rossfudd256
    @rossfudd256 2 роки тому

    No bad distillery on Islay. I really like Kilchoman, Laphroaig, Ardbeg, and Lagavulin.

  • @colinbrown7010
    @colinbrown7010 2 роки тому

    Bruchladdie especially Port Charlotte

  • @louisdanao
    @louisdanao 2 роки тому

    Ardbeg for me. But I really love all of them!

  • @haromaster6086
    @haromaster6086 Рік тому

    I was thinking of trying this for my first peated whisky but what would you suggest? Laphroaig, Ledaig or this one? Or something else?

  • @RK-ll4ku
    @RK-ll4ku 2 роки тому

    Ardbeg and Kilchoman 🤘

  • @mraue
    @mraue 2 роки тому

    For me it's a toss up between bunnahabhain, ardbeg or Bruichladdich.

  • @MajorXero
    @MajorXero 8 місяців тому

    love this one

  • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
    @TheWhiskeyDictionary  2 роки тому +2

    Join the discord: discord.gg/9fvx8Z3

  • @AllroundAthlete91
    @AllroundAthlete91 2 роки тому

    About midway through trying all the Islay distilleries. Just bought Laga 16, and like many others I'm now a fan. Which I consider a favorite depends on what experience I want more that evening I suppose

  • @biguy525
    @biguy525 2 роки тому

    Just can't get by the peat smoke. However I have had some scotches that were nott peated that I kinda liked.

    • @TheWhiskeyDictionary
      @TheWhiskeyDictionary  2 роки тому

      There are tons of scotches that are not peated. Many taste deliciously fruity

  • @McIntyresMalts
    @McIntyresMalts 10 місяців тому

    A wonderful distillery ❤

  • @zerokidd21
    @zerokidd21 2 роки тому +1

    Eww scotch no sir I think you have been mistaken...
    It's Irish that's the good stuff.
    All ball busting aside I found a cask strength Irish at total wine the other day I'm pretty hype to try that tonight

  • @shaunaweatherly
    @shaunaweatherly 2 роки тому

    Favorite Kilchoman=Sanaig
    Favorite Islay=Lagavulin Distillers Edition….A-freaking-mazing
    But I will say that Laphroaig Lore and the Sherry Cask finish are close runner ups

  • @malko5181
    @malko5181 2 роки тому

    Beautiful stuff from kilchoman!!!

  • @rostislavtraps7148
    @rostislavtraps7148 2 роки тому

    Kilchoman, Ardbeg and some Laphroaig

  • @foodquig
    @foodquig 2 роки тому

    I sugget you try o

  • @bubbleman244
    @bubbleman244 2 роки тому

    Bruichladdich!

  • @victorlong4677
    @victorlong4677 2 роки тому +1

    Lagavulin

  • @ziko-freeman
    @ziko-freeman Рік тому

    Coal ila is the best in my opinion.

  • @rodstudemire6966
    @rodstudemire6966 Рік тому

    This whisky is delicious

  • @iTzSaj
    @iTzSaj 2 роки тому

    Bowmore!

  • @joejanca
    @joejanca 2 роки тому

    Love them all, but I am a member of the Cult of Ardbeg.

  • @jonathanvallee-grenier4288
    @jonathanvallee-grenier4288 2 роки тому +2

    Damn Bill, tough one! I'd have to go with Lagavulin. Ardbeg being a close second! Love both the Corry and the Oogie, hell of a dram! Maybe I'm just a proof whore too... 😅

  • @AlexAlex-oh1rs
    @AlexAlex-oh1rs 2 роки тому

    Bruichladdish

  • @ivancoppola8551
    @ivancoppola8551 2 роки тому

    Lagavulin bill

  • @bene7013
    @bene7013 2 роки тому

    Woulda been nice if you included if it has been peated or not in the stats

  • @taewankim6283
    @taewankim6283 2 роки тому +1

    Eucalyptus as a descriptor does not sit well with me. Eucalyptus is what a fluffy animal eats.

  • @steveno7058
    @steveno7058 2 роки тому

    Bunnahabhain. Now if I only could spell it.

  • @ThriftyWhiskey
    @ThriftyWhiskey 2 роки тому

    Bruichladdich

  • @lucasbailey6508
    @lucasbailey6508 2 роки тому

    Ardbeg and Bruichladdich are neck and neck