ralfy review 617 - Ardbeg 10yo re-reviewed 2017

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@crabiculus 7 лет назад

You are such a lovely Man Mr Ralfy, I love your reviews and your gentle but cute sense of humor, You are Real GentleMan , Thank you so much. greetings from Poland, Happy New Year!!!

@Mifistrules 5 лет назад

Where are my magnificent bastards?

@rafaelnardiiii 5 лет назад

Mifist cheers

@Kevin-vr4vz 5 лет назад

Watching with magnificence :)

@willgerbig872 5 лет назад

Here! thanks to Rex. And what a great review.

@ChaoticEnigma92 5 лет назад

Yup. Came back for a re-watch.

@maltphilistine923 5 лет назад

Right here!

@TheJusnic82 7 лет назад

Ardbeg 10yo has always been one of my absolute favourite whiskys, and will always have a special spot in my heart

@1RebelDog1 5 лет назад

do you know what i enjoy spliffnut? i glass of this fine malt and a cone :) toast to you

@soupmaster4944 5 лет назад

I tried an experiment similar to Ralfys. Two parts Green Spot Irish Whisky. One part Ardbeg 10. I found it Wonderful. Nose was smoked ham. Brine. Sea notes. Of course smoke peat. Taste very similar. I would like to say this to Ralfy this too, but don't know how to do this. Just thought I would mention this combo to you.

@Raga985 5 лет назад

Nothing I love more than having a dram over time while watching these videos! Really improves the experience. Thank you Ralfy

@scottking2821 5 лет назад

G’day from Tasmania Ralfy. I’m sitting here with a dram of Ardbeg 10, while watching this (again). I’m so glad I paid attention to how much water you added, which is a little more than I ordinarily would have. Wow, it opened it up so much more. I can’t thank you enough for the help you’ve given me so far on my whisky journey.

@kerino1 7 лет назад

Happy 2017 to you Ralfy!! Poured a dram of Colkegan to enjoy alongside this review, thanks to you. Acquired last month while passing through New Mexico, and your advice to give it a month was heeded, and spot-on. Cheers, my fellow!!

@GiorgioMiozzo 7 лет назад

Ah, there's not better way to start a new year! Many moons have passed and it still amaze me the immense amount of knowledge, genuine and relaxing entertainment you can get by a ralfy's review. It's always like being with him in the bothy, a refreshing malt moment as a joyful scotch mist appearing in the glass. So, we salute you with a Happy Malty 2017, ralfy, and congrats for your record.

@Pew7070 5 лет назад

Mr Ralfy, I am very happy for your record (speed demon over here...😋😉) and congratulations for such a great achievement! I have to confess: I have been an “internet hog” since dial-up and an RU-vid viewer from its beginnings (don’t watch TV) but I can say that from all people I got to know on line over the years trough this amazing platform you are the one I respect and cherish the most! I wish I would’ve lived in Europe (although I come from there) so I can come and visit with you and share a delightful blended dram you so kindly helped me create and understand. Slainte my friend! I wish you many more years of health and prosperity!

@numberstation 5 лет назад

I’ve just tried my first dram of Ardbeg before watching this. Amongst the wonderful smoke I found a surprisingly intense rush of sweetness rapidly gave way to sourness, and finally sea saltiness and phenols lingered on my gums long afterwards. Absolutely bloody lovely.

@-sk87 7 лет назад

Happy new year! Trophy looks fab. I really enjoy the 10 but I find myself more increasingly reaching for the oogie when the notion takes me for a bit of Ardbeg. Another top review

@rogerconant1436 7 лет назад

Good morning Ralfy from the sunny state of Arizona! I have recently taken up the habit (addiction?) of whiskey, in part because of watching your vlogs. Glad to see you this new year reviewing the first bottle of whiskey I ever bought! Thank you for all you do, and congratulations on the record and trophy; a worthy accomplishment good sir.

@glytch5 5 лет назад

Ralf! It has been many years, and due to circumstances I have not been allowed to have any alcohol in about 6 years! I am glad to see you still going... you really got me into something I will never forget, and someday soon I hope to re join you in the world of spirits. When I watched your first video of the Ardbeg 10 and went out and bought that whisky, it really floored me! I tell people all the time to watch you if they are planning on trying scotch. YOU THE MAN

@ralfydotcom 5 лет назад

. . . happy to share the malt-moments !

@ryansavage775 5 лет назад

Hey Ralphie, it's been awhile since I have commented on one of your videos but since it's the new year I'd like to thank you for your review of Ardbeg. Over the past few years I have introduced it to several whisky drinkers and every one of them who have not had it before guessed the bottle would cost at least 100USD, and it has become a favorite among several of my friends. Your websight looks like it has become a real nice resource as well. Happy new year!

@gucia1 7 лет назад

Thank you Ralfy for another great year of whisky reviews! Special thanks for long awaited Ararat review! I think it was the Best of 2016! Happy sipping in 2017!

@ralfydotcom 7 лет назад

. . . it would be a cosmic experience !

@vergecryptocurrency4552 7 лет назад

congrats ralfy and a happy new year buddy

@jasonbraun 7 лет назад

Really proud of you Ralfy. Grats on the world speed record. Proof that you can accomplish anything you put your mind to. Well done.

@1o1s1s1i1e 7 лет назад

Well done on your land speed record Ralfy! They did a very nice job with the trophy, worth the wait. Great review and helpful comments.

@jadebishop3849 7 лет назад

That's a proper trophy right there :) Congrats again and have a great 2017! Has to be one of my faves the Ardbeg 10. Can't be beaten (in my exp) for peatyness and seems to get more smokey as the bottle goes down. The finish makes me feel like a dragon after a fire breath . . . so much smoke ;) Awesome stuff.

@Tenkai917 7 лет назад

I've noticed some significant batch variations in Old Pulteney as well. Love your videos Ralfy, keep them coming.

@befuddled2010 5 лет назад

Wow! That blending lesson was so instructive. I've got both of these on hand and I'm headed to my bar to give it try right now. Thank you Ralfy!

@martinflake3170 7 лет назад

Congratulations on the land speed record! Let's hope it stands for many years to come. Also, I like the new jacket color. It's brighter and more vibrant than the ones before, but still, very much "Ralfy".

@D35611 7 лет назад

Thanks for sharing your landspeed record trophy with us, and doing a re-review of Ardbeg 10. It really is hard to beat, all things considered.

@billcove 7 лет назад

Happy New Year and congratulations on your world record. I liked your suggestion on blending a light whisky with something like an Ardbeg 10. I've experienced (based on your advice) that most whiskies will reward you if you're patient; while some others may need a boost from another whisky, depending on one's tastes. Thank you and here's to 2017!

@tobortine 7 лет назад

Congratulations Ralfy on your world record. Great job, well done.

@billsallak4887 7 лет назад

A happy new year to you, and congrats on finally getting your trophy! Thanks so much for the moments past and the moments to come. (Speaking of the Ledaig 18, is it on the list for reviewing? Thanks!)

@GlennJamison 7 лет назад

Ralfy you're the best. The first bottle I ever got I looked for a review and found one of your videos. I've watched many other reviewers but no one is as down to earth, knowledgeable and entertaining as you. It just so happens that because of your first review of it, my go to Whisky is Ardbeg 10 year. You are correct, it's very consistent, and very unique, especially for the price. Laphroaig might be a bit more "volcanic" as you say (I call it a swift punch in the nose, and I love Laphroaig for that), but Ardbeg is so much more interesting to me. A story in every sip.

@Helcarexe26 7 лет назад

Congrats on getting your trophy! Really enjoying the videos and here's to the new year of reviews.

@TheOriginalRaster 5 лет назад

Ralfy! I'm here to watch this Ardbeg 10 re-review a second time because another whisky review channel has selected this as their replacement for the day. They introduce and link to this review. Long story, but it's "The Whisk[e]y Vault" Rex and Daniel, and they have done so many videos, their viewers have suggested they take a week off (because some thought they had worn themselves out). Rex, the rascal of the pair included a short intro and he linked to this video. I personally am very proud of one subtle fact: When I clicked on the link and I came to watch this video I see that my "Thumbs Up" Icon is already lit-up, all solid blue, meaning I've already given this video a thumbs up. I've given a thumbs up to every single video of yours that I have watched, plus I have watched every one of your videos (up to the last month or so... I'll watch these, shortly...) Keep up the great work. Cheers!

@ralfydotcom 5 лет назад

. . . thanks malt-mate for the ongoing endorsement.

@RadioLaboratory 7 лет назад

ralfy the drugstore philosopher. Happy New Year

@billyhughes9776 6 лет назад

Ralfy -- Your first review of Ardbeg 10 back in 2009 really stoked my love for good single malts even more. I had never had it -- The biggest peat moment for me til then was Talisker 10 (still one of my favorites). It's a big peat moment but Ardbeg 10 is a different kind of experience. It's rainy, windy and cold here tonight and I'm enjoying a dram of the 10 -- it's like an old friend at this point.

@bobtaylor4898 7 лет назад

Congrats again on the land speed record !! That trophy will look fine on the shelf next to your favourite malt ! Thanks for sharing Ralfy. Love the malt review too ...my favourite whiskey (so far)

@TheVonStalhein 7 лет назад

Congratulations Ralfy, awesome effort on the record! I haven't watched all the Salty Wheels vids yet but it's another thing to look forward to, like the next bottle of whisky or whiskey :-)

@matheusgloria77 7 лет назад

Happy New Year and congratulations Mr. Ralfy! Wish you more years to come and records to break!As a novice I do enjoy very much the Ardbeg 10, but Im still having trouble finding the "sweet spot" of amount of water to put. Maybe I'm not giving it enough time in the glass? I noticed that in unchillfiltered whiskies it is harder for me to get the best dilution as compared to the usualy presented whiskies.

@user-hb1ve6mc6f 7 лет назад

thanks for your reviews and welcome back! Cheers!

@b24226444 6 лет назад

always go to your reviews ralfy when i want a down to earth review on the whisky/whiskeys i purchase, keep up the good work mate

@vikinghunter2177 4 года назад

Was drinking this one this evening and had to look up your review to see what you had to say, thank you Ralph for helping me figure out a couple of things I was tasting. Cheers Malt Mate.

@TheWhiskyFamily 7 лет назад

Ardbeg 10YO remains the most consistent and balanced Islay peated malt on the market. Superb whisky :-)

@spacecowboy2k 6 лет назад

Maltman Mike & Friend's Show it’s an absolute steal at $50-60/bottle. I haven’t had a bad one yet.

@wp2746 6 лет назад

Maltman Mike & Friend's Show holds his 2011 Uigeadails reaaaaal tight :)

@steveh.3370 5 лет назад

My favorite whisky.

@hansen1942 7 лет назад

Congratulations on the land speed record. And thank you for all your reviews. Ardbeg is a favorite, even way over here in Michigan. Thanks.

@Graeby 7 лет назад

I had this today at a bar as my first Ila single malt - Thank you for helping me put my finger on the tasting notes. I felt like it was Alpine-y and menthol with a pop of rounded fruitiness before I added water. I added 2 tsps like you. Anyway you are a legend and appreciate your reviews!

@ebs62 5 лет назад

Hi Ralfy. Just want to say thank you for your channel, knowlegde and your education in them. Highly appreciate them all. As i am waching this review, i am enjoing the Ardbeg 10yo, a great whisky. I`m a beginner on the whisky trail and can`t difine all the tastes like you, more like this i like and this i dont. Though, Ardbeg for me tasted better without water. Pls keep your reviews coming, just love em.

@derico12345 4 года назад

Im so happy Ive found your amazing and very entertaining channel! Learning a lot :)

@WhiskyNeighbour 6 лет назад

I love that you now have no problem creating your own blends. Clearly you know what taste you are going for, and why not pour exactly that!

@clank4001 7 лет назад

nice on you for the Bonnie run, that's high praise in racing circles. Also, Ardbeg is wonderful!

@TheGrillsargeant 7 лет назад

You are the man, thank you so much for your comments to steer us and enlighten us on this journey!

@ralfydotcom 7 лет назад

. . . happy to help with the malt-moments !

@mj2cats 7 лет назад

Congratulations Ralfy, nice trophy. Looking forward to a new year of malt moments.

@btg73 7 лет назад

Congratulations, Good for you ralfy on your speed record. A very dear close friend of mine had the fastest 1/8 of a mile on a 600 cc snow machine for a long while. I only mentioned that because I know how much work and money goes in too capturing fractions of a second. Cheers

@ralfydotcom 7 лет назад

. . . it's expensive stuff, . . never forgotten.

@rhythmicstu 7 лет назад

happy new year Ralfy!

@shugaroony 7 лет назад

Ah the whisky that got me hooked onto this journey! Like drinking a liquid smokie, gorgeous stuff. Got me thinking about my Oogie sitting there calling me in now!!! Congrats again Ralfy on your record, its a cracking trophy and indeed something to be justifiably proud of achieving.

@duckcc73 2 года назад

Thrilled to see this video, and I'm only wishing I could share it with my father. He use to regularly go to the Bonneville Salt Flats with the team for the "Danny Boy" streamliner out of Washington state. Sadly, he passed last December. Would have been cool to see if he might have known you if you were racing back then (been 20+ years since he had gone). Slainte'!

@excelsiortrading8050 7 лет назад

I had a great time buying this bottle in advance and doing the play along game of having a dram while ya reviewed it!

@optionsss 7 лет назад

Ralfy, really good advice on the arbeg blend with jameson. I am not a fan of peated whiskey yet, but this mix is one of my favorite drink now.

@stephenpinder1903 7 лет назад

Love the magnanimous malty Manx jacket for 2017. Congrats on the land speed record Ralfy!!!

@TheMagicNurse 7 лет назад

Congratulations on your new record!! quite fantastic! As are all your reviews, I have learned so much about scotch. You are a class act!

@Andysbitsnbobs 7 лет назад

Well done on your award Ralfy and another interesting review. I would also like to thank you for your heartfelt input on your brother's Christmas vlog, made me laugh, I just about spat out my tea. keep up the good work, it's great stuff.

@ralfydotcom 7 лет назад

. . . it was all a bit embassing !

@swanandarole 7 лет назад

Hello again Ralfy😊absolutely loved Ardbeg 10 yo. Will try to blend the nxt one a little with Jameson' s and see, as you suggested. Thanks for the tip

@rainerbrunn-countrybluespi514 7 лет назад

had the same idea of blending two malts or should I rather say spice up a malt with another. in my case a put a drop of uigeadail into a dram of springbank 10, which is one of my favourite whiskies. I mean it really doesn´t need such a treatment but I found the result quite interesting and rewarding. wish you a lot of great malt moments that you can share with us in 2017!

@StevenCalwas 7 лет назад

Very nice trophy, worth waiting for and makes the past year special in a good way. And thanks for the Jameson/Ardbeg tip. I'm going out now to get a bottle of the Gold Reserve, my favorite version of Jameson. BTW: The expansive table is a nice change. Provides needed elbow room. Cheers.

@antpruitt 7 лет назад

congrats on the WORLD RECORD!

@antontonable 7 лет назад

Ralfy been loving your videos and I've learned a tremendous amount about scotch from you. I literally got into scotch last year (with lots of alcohol previously hah but no scotch, except maybe a taste). I've had all kinds of single malts at this point, had the Macallan 10year fine oak tonight. Keep doing what you do!

@antipodesman 7 лет назад

A table??? My goodness what is the world coming to . . . wink wink. Love your suggestion about mixing a dash of Ardbeg with Jameison's. Will have to give that a try and perhaps offer it as a mystery dram to the local club. Happy new year, congrats on the trophy. You'll have to make sure that the Isle of Mann museum gets to proudly display it for posterity. I enjoyed your New Years location video. I tried to find it on Google earth but failed to find the location. Any hints?

@Nokomisclub 7 лет назад

Don't throw away you old malt mark tags! Donate them to a museum!

@joemorrill7534 6 лет назад

I know it's been quite some time since this video. If you still have the old tags, maybe you should auction off among your malty-fans.

@VanIsleNuckFan 6 лет назад

Yes, auction for charity!

@joshjosh320 7 лет назад

Ralfy, Sir I must thank you for your inspired suggestion on giving Irish whiskey a tiny splash of Ardbeg! I just tried this with a small glass of Jameson's standard blend, adding half a teaspoon or so of Ardbeg Uigeadail (my fav from the Ardbeg range), and was SHOCKED at how well they get along. I'd encourage anyone reading this to give it a try. I've never tried any blending whatsoever before, but this is pretty amazingly transformative! It's an absolutely delicious marriage. And Ralfy is quite right: just a tiny splash of the Ardbeg will suffice. On a side note Ralfy, from someone who lives in the U.S., I'm a bit curious how you describe Jameson Gold Reserve as "pub-market" and "not too expensive". It runs about $100 here in California, which is twice the price of the Ardbeg 10 you're reviewing. Was that just a goof, or is it the exchange rate or?? I've heard it's a lovely blend but it's still a bit out of my reach pricewise - especially for a blend. All the best, Malt-mate!

@SteveSinclair1 7 лет назад

I like the cards as they are, they add to the charm of the bothy surroundings. I suggest keeping them 😉

@dumluk1984 7 лет назад

Congrats on the Speed Record, Ralfy. Good on ya.

@quadturbo4 7 лет назад

The perfect first video of the year. That's a nice trophy!

@aaronfiedler1829 7 лет назад

You're a bloody legend Ralfy! Top stuff bloke.

@War5pite 7 лет назад

Congratulations and a Happy New Year to you.

@fsnissen 7 лет назад

A lovely whisky. Thank you for turning me on to it. I already had Laphroaig in my cabinet when I wanted a peated whisky. It it lovely, but Ardbeg 10 is more accessible to people who enjoy a dry whisky but can't deal with the huge peat blast of Laphroaig. So nice not to see the caramel colorant and extreme chill filtering.

@keltyk 7 лет назад

Congratulations on your record Ralfy. My local Tesco just sold me a bottle for £22- reduced to clear- Got last one- Maybe other viewers can find one at a Tesco near them, if they're quick. This message 24/01/17 Hurry - PS having sampled it, can't honestly tell if it's a good or bad batch. You got more out of your's than I did, with all those flavours you picked out but I am no expert. The nose was lovely for sure though.

@MultiHaggismuncher 7 лет назад

Hey Ralfy, love the reviews. You did mention that Islay is closer to Ireland than speyside which is true but Jameson is distilled in Cork which I am sure is a lot farther away than speyside. Just to note.

@maltymission 7 лет назад

Love the ardbeg 10. I ALWAYS keep a bottle in my cabinet. What I always dwell upon is what its big competitor, the Laphroaig 10, would be like if they bottled it at the same ABV of 46% and leave out the colouring and chill filtration. Maybe blending the Laphroaig 10 with the 48% ABV of their Quarter Cask might be a good idea? Anyone tried this?

@willk7184 5 лет назад

Here we are over 2 yrs. since this was posted, and Ardbeg 10 is still a great scotch at a great value. Not a beginner's scotch, but when you're ready for that smoky complexity, this is a great intro. My sentimental fave, especially in its price range. If you get a chance, a similar dram worth trying is the Lagavulin 8.

@anthony1234dunne1 5 лет назад

Hi Ralfy, On your website is it possible to search for reviews using the whisky name as a search? Love the channel, new to whisky, but loving the journey, your channel is a great assistance to a beginner to notice and detect the flavours and notes within a bottle. I have found that tasting a whisky and attempting to detect the nuance within it is great fun, but being able to refer to your review while sampling again after helps me detect and appreciate aspects that I may have missed or noticed but been unable to reference. Keep up the great work. :-)

@ralfydotcom 5 лет назад

. . . happty to help with the malt-moments !

@casparwhittey 7 лет назад

amazing review. keep up the brilliant work and congrats on the trophy!!

@DannoCrutch 7 лет назад

Great video. Congratulations, again, on your Land Speed Record!

@TheJusnic82 7 лет назад

dont replace the malt marks cards they are getting finer with age

@foxhound5702 7 лет назад

Ah good old Ardbeg... nice to see you still doing Re-Reviews.... I know you're not really a fan of NAS Whiskies but you really should look into Laphroiag Lore.... absolutely phenomenal stuff!!!!

@jesseregenauer630 7 лет назад

Ralphy you are a gem. Love to hear what you have to say and enjoy your delivery immensely. Some of the flavor descriptions you offer give words to how I taste the complexity in this Ardbeg 10. Fucking BRILLIANT sir......... This whisky indeed is a roller coaster of-----dry, bitter, sour, sweet, mint, fruit, smoke throughout complex flavor bomb..... WOW!!! The smoke stays in your mouth LOOOONG after the last sip.......Wonderful....

@ralfydotcom 7 лет назад

. . . happy to help with the malt-moments !

@jesseregenauer630 7 лет назад

So nice to hear from you!!! Indeed what one could construe as a MALT MOMENT...... LOVE it.... I have a question if I may ask; What is the land speed record device you utilized?---(had a hard time reading the trophy on my notebook style laptop)... Side note; I had a significant magical "malt-moment" a few years back when I first tried a Highland Single Malt NAS expression by Tomatin called Legacy (Dualchas here in the States). Before this time of amazing discovery I was only familiar with a few blended standards of scotch whisky. I was also a lover of many fine bourbons and other American sour mash, rye, corn and other grain whiskies to include some Canadian whiskies as well (still am to this day too).... What struck me about this NAS Tomatin was that it had a VERY FAMILIAR whiskey note in it-----come to discover that the ex-bourbon barrels used in it's finishing were from Maker's Mark----one of my FAVORITE bourbons.... From here in west central Wisconsin-----have a great day sir!!! Hope to chat again!!!!!!!

@hoyethemphill2511 7 лет назад

Congratulations, again, on the Bonneville Speed Week record. Cool Trophy. As a kid I built a model of the Mickey Thompson Challenger I, which the trophy reminds me of. You are really are in great company there. Stopped by the Bon Accord last week for 1st time. Found private bottling (G&M) of Old Pultney 15 y.o. and an older bottle of Bruichladdich 10 y.o. Had a wee dram of each. Great place, wife and I had fun. Thanks for recommending it and thanks to Bon Accord for sponsoring you. Also recently had a dram of Millburn 40 y.o. in Inverness. Amazing. I've mixed Scotch whiskies together, not whisky and Irish whiskey. Have to try that. Thanks.

@ralfydotcom 7 лет назад

. . . looks like your malt-moments are 'quality' !

@hoyethemphill2511 7 лет назад

Always go for quality, not quantity :) . We were in Inverness for Christmas and went to a great pub that had a 40 y.o. Glen Albyn and Millburn, both lost distilleries. Pricey, but very complex, long finish. Also, it was our 40th anniversary. Reason enough! Cheers.

@excelsiortrading8050 7 лет назад

congrats on earning that trophy bro, and also thanks for that bit of Irish whiskey advice, I think I'll give that a go, it sounds like fun :-)

@blainesmith464 7 лет назад

One should not be to pretentious when it comes to their own Achievements, regardless, congrats on the speed Award. Ardbeg, and it's many variations are among my favorites. Love the 10YO. I also, due to you "Blend" a dollop or two with many Scotch Whiskys, just because I can and sometimes, I think a whisky would benefit from a little peat hit. All because of you I went down many roads of exploration to see what could be. I'm a serious peat lover tho sherry casks make me smile a lot also. Cheers Sir.

@roadrunna. 7 лет назад

Just an observation: in 2009 Ardbeg 10yo review you used a straw to drop just a few drops of water, in 2015 review it was one tsp full and now we've got two tsp full ;) I was looking for that particular information and you ralfy and your charming mysterious ways, love you old friend.. btw nice jacket

@MB-7777 3 года назад

Gotta keep the cards Ralfy! Keep up the sterling work. Read enjoying your work over the years. I live overseas so not always all whisky reviewed here is available but Ardbeg 10 is in offer for 34£ ..... Just picked up a bottle, also got Clynelish14 ready for Christmas.

@andredewet7909 6 лет назад

Love this Channel!!! Turning me into a whiskey master all the way here in Cape Town South Africa.

@davekinci 7 лет назад

My rating for Ardbeg 10 is also 90/100 (malt mark) I think it's much better than Uigedail, especially price/quality wise. This is the best time in the year to have it as well, at least in the northern hemisphere :) Happy new year Ralfy.

@johnhenfrey5936 7 лет назад

We'll talk about a very early spring clean, the bothy is looking very good indeed. Thanks for The Review Ralfy. I used to like Ardbeg, sadly I don't like it anymore.

@markhorrell1098 4 года назад

Ah ralphy... What a joy to hear you say this. How many of us have mixed and muddled our drams and found the best ( and worst ) brilliant new potions? A good solid whisky can bring up the lowest of dogs.

@alowishusdevadanderabercro8190 7 лет назад

Congrats on the new hardware Ralfy - love the tabletop.. the Speed Record as well ;-).. Beautiful. bye the bye, I've been on the lookout for two whiskys without any luck - Thomas H. Handy Kentucky Straight Rye and also the Black Maple Hill 21 Cask 7 Bourbon.. have you done any tasting of either of those, and would you happen to know of anywhere they could be ordered from? I did come across some Compass Box Peat Monster the other day, couldn't recall what's been said about that lately so I just passed it by - would that be worth another look in the meantime? Thanx! - DG

@toddstevens6608 7 лет назад

Alowishus Devadander Abercrombie though I lack the renown of the great Ralfy Mitchell, and haven't tasted Peat Monster, I'd always recommend Compass Box's offerings. expect a phenolic whallop.

@1timby 7 лет назад

This is one of my favorites. I have a local distillery that has a single malt. It's quite high but good. But Ardbeg reminds me of fall & the holidays.

@jasoncoates1835 6 лет назад

Hey, I know I'm late to the party here but congrats on the record - from one malty motorhead (petrol head) to another. Respect!

@fr.timothycurren5592 7 лет назад

Had a dram of this with some smoked bacon Gouda that I found at the supermarket: went together marvelously!

@dhanashennaidoo6765 3 года назад

ooh. Wonderful idea. I've recently being enjoying a dram of Ardbeg 10 every evening. And I have a Jameson 18yo limited reserve that while good, not something to write home about. I tried some Arbeg in it and have let it sit for around 15-20 minutes. It certainly takes more than just 1 teaspoon and the Jameson still keeps much of its nose. I must agree that I'm enjoying this Jameson/Ardbeg dram. But not so much that I'm going to be using my Ard10 to blend. In other news I do have an infinity bottle that needs refreshing soon :-D

@LordGeorgeRodney 7 лет назад

At least the award has arrived... Congrautlations Ralfy!

@asleepcrow3 6 лет назад

Hello Ralfy. Love your reviews! Had my first dram of the Ardbeg 10 recently after seeing your review. It's an amazing liquid with dramatic arrival and a satisfying and long finish. An amazing experience. It definitely punches much above its weight and can give some biggies a run for their money!! Was curious to know if you have tried the Amrut Amalgam? Will be interesting to know what you feel about this expression from Amrut.

@ralfydotcom 6 лет назад

. . . have not seen this version of Amrut, but will look out for it !

@dillybug605 6 лет назад

I recently got my first bottle of 10 year old Ardbeg...Thank you very much for the recommendation. Excellent single malt.

@keppela1 6 лет назад

Just out of curiosity, are you a smoker?

@johnv2681 7 лет назад

I love this whisky. I recently had a disappointing experience with a peated whisky - Glendronach Peated (no age statement). It felt too young and a bit harsh.. I thought for a moment that maybe I was just getting tired of the peated variety but then I poured a dram of this delicious whisky and realized why I fell in love years ago. Do you have any thoughts on Glendronach Peated? It's really the only Glendronach I've ever had that I didn't love..

@WweJth 7 лет назад

Hello again Ralfy, any chance for a re-review of Glenlivet 12 y.o? Saw it's been over 7 years since it's first gander. People have recommended to me, but I've seen no recent reviews to see if it's quality is up to snuff. Thank you ralfy for your information, and hope you have a great and safe 2017.

@evallesg 7 лет назад

Cheers for you speed achievment! Ralfy, there's a question for you coming all the way from southern Italy: do different types of yeasts somehow change whiskies taste ?

@ralfydotcom 7 лет назад

. . . different yeasts create different flavours, especially if ferment duration is longer or shorter.

@simplediversion4409 7 лет назад

A wise man once told me that if you don't like Ardbeg, it's not the whisky' fault but yours.

@alexk3088 7 лет назад

Yep, I kept apologizing and was eventually forgiven ;)

@ExtendedPachiderm 7 лет назад

Really one of my favorite whiskies. I'm only a few years into this journey but this was the first whisky that, upon first taste, made me feel like I'd been transported to a different place. All of a sudden I felt as if I were sitting on a beach with a roaring fire with the smell of smoke in my nose and the subtle taste of sea salt in my glass.