@@WhiskyNeighbour Few downsides, yes, but also few upsides... I find it to be somewhat bland for my tastes. It's a good whisky for beginners who are just getting into whisky, I guess. I'd rather go for a Johnnie Walker Green or one of the Douglas Laing regional blended malts if I can only have a blended malt.
This is probably my favourite blended whisky. It's so smooth to drink, whenever I find it on sale I pick up a bottle. I found it for $48 before Christmas. AnCnoc 12 is a very nice scotch, both are staples in my collection. Thanks Jon!
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I love this particular scotch I enjoyed it for the first time last night and I'm enjoying it again with one of my favorite budget cigars excellent price and wonderful speyside scotch absolutely phenomenal and that 30 to $40 price range one of those few affordable scotches that anybody could really get into and enjoy absolutely enjoy the flavor the scent. Not to mention it's a malt scotch that I affordable and slightly peated
Your welcome. I think today after work I will be doing a tasting between Johnny Walker Black and Johnny Walker Double Black of which I haven't had double black before
The Monkey Shoulder sure is a solid pour. I did enjoy the An Cnoc 12, but not to any extent that would draw me back to it any time soon. Cheers Jon and have a fantastic 2021. Sláinte.
Happy New Year, WN! A Saturday night video...2021 is already off to a great start! I actually had the Monkey Shoulder before I got on my American whiskey kick (those tariffs from our last President played a role) and I found it solid. Now I will have to re-visit! BTW, I've enjoyed the AnCnoc that I've had in the past but that was a while ago. Sipping on Alberta Cask Strength Rye (132 proof and delicious!) and Knob Creek Single Barrel Rye (115 proof) while enjoying your video. To a wonderful 2021! Cheers!
Happy New Year! Hopefully this year is better than last. If nothing else, more whisky to try. I have had MS before and thought it was fine, just not great to me. I am still loving the Glenlivet 12 so far, but I have a long way to go.
Got my Lot 40 today, first impressions from the neck pour is clean made spirit no heat and I get cardamon on the palate, very drying on the palate too. Thanks for the recommendation I look forward getting to know this whisky.
Enjoyed the review, was wondering about Monkey Shoulder as it is one of the ten or twelve scotches available in the local shop, three or four of them are a bit pricey for me and the bottom shelf is always there but once in a while I like to treat myself to a decent whisky without breaking the bank, I’m going to give it a try, thanks again.
Nice to see a comparison with another whiskey, being in Canada I wasn't sure if it would be worth the price increase. I was back home in the states a month back and saw it for $35, then came back to Canada to find it for $60... The price increase hurts lol
Happy New Year Jon. Nova Scotia pricing: $53 for Monkey Shoulder and Ancnoc 12 is at $60. Good luck with the channel this year. I know I'll be watching! Cheers.
I've heard of Monkey Shoulder, but never seen it on our shelves. Given that it's a single malt blend, how could it compare to some of Compass Box's offerings ? Btw, on New Year's Eve, I finally went ahead and cracked open my Glenrothes 12. I was at a relative that actually appreciates good scotch. At first, we had a dram of Tomintoul Tlath, which I really enjoyed. When it came time to taste the Glenrothes 12, we both agreed it was a fantastic sherried scotch. Lots of vanilla, melon, citrus and nutmeg. Looking forward to more reviews in the New Year. May you stay healthy, so, SO important now that there's a more contagious strain of Covid going around. Stay safe and thanks for sharing :)
Happy New Year Jon. Enjoyed the review and agree with you, the MS is a nice, easy sipper. It's only 40% ABV here in the UK, however it's only £26 UKP and often on offer for £22 UKP. Not had the anCnoc yet, but can get for around £25 UKP. Cheers 🥃🥃
On pricing: Wow! In my area Monkey Shoulder is $10-15 (USD) cheaper than Glenlivet 12 and Glenfiddich 12 and $30 cheaper than Balvenie 12! I happen to have it poured right now alongside Glenfiddich 12 and Balvenie 12. My wife set up a blind tasting for me and I chose the Monkey Shoulder, but it was close between the Monkey Shoulder and the Balvenie.
@@WhiskyNeighbour I would agree with your comments Jon. Very light and fruity on the nose. Clean finish. I liked it. Although, I have to admit, I prefer Bourbon more. I think it was very good neat, but I will try it in an old fashioned. Did you ever try it that way? Shawn.
Interesting pricing... depending on the retailer it is on par or a couple of bucks cheeper than 12 year olds in my area. Decent whisky, but not something I reach for anymore. Especially when I can get something with a decent age statement for almost the same price. Good to introduce friends to whisky though. Cheers Jon!
Monkey Shoulder is tasty but not $20 tastier than Glenfiddich/Glenlivet 12 ... right? There's no way it holds up to AnCnoc 12, but still a very interesting comparison! Cheers!
Unfortunately, these days Monkey Shoulder cost more than Glenfiddich 12 in my country, not just in Canada. IMHO Glenfiddich 12 is a better value and quality scotch. The recent batch of Monkey Shoulder lost some of its maltiness, fruitiness and citrusy notes compare to the earlier batch about 4 years ago. And Happy New Year to you and your family. Cheers
Thank you for sharing more insight into MS and it's progression over the past few years. I should have a bottle of Glenfiddich 12 to directly compare, but I finished one about half a year ago and in my memory I enjoyed it a bit more than this. Still, MS is not bad and still has a fair amount of fresh fruit for me. I hope 2021 is an excellent year for you!
Prices often do not make sense. Here, Ancnoc 12 is usually just under $50 and Monkey Shoulder $65. Thankfully MS went on sale for $45 in December. Which do you prefer?
It's been a long time since I had Monkey Shoulder... I don't miss it!
Really? I like it. Not the best, but good. Few downsides
@@WhiskyNeighbour Few downsides, yes, but also few upsides... I find it to be somewhat bland for my tastes. It's a good whisky for beginners who are just getting into whisky, I guess. I'd rather go for a Johnnie Walker Green or one of the Douglas Laing regional blended malts if I can only have a blended malt.
@@foodquig I certainly enjoy Green more than this. Cheers!
This is probably my favourite blended whisky. It's so smooth to drink, whenever I find it on sale I pick up a bottle. I found it for $48 before Christmas. AnCnoc 12 is a very nice scotch, both are staples in my collection. Thanks Jon!
Great price for Monkey Shoulder and it sure is an easy pour for me too. Take care!
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It is my go to whisky for when people want to start with whisky
A great place for it. Wide appeal, good notes, nothing too challenging.
Wonderful job describing the taste.
Thanks!
Classic blend. Cheers Jon.
Cheers indeed!
I love this particular scotch I enjoyed it for the first time last night and I'm enjoying it again with one of my favorite budget cigars excellent price and wonderful speyside scotch absolutely phenomenal and that 30 to $40 price range one of those few affordable scotches that anybody could really get into and enjoy absolutely enjoy the flavor the scent. Not to mention it's a malt scotch that I affordable and slightly peated
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this. Certanly enjoyable and yes it's all malt. I'm not sure about peated, but I can relax and enjoy this too.
Your welcome. I think today after work I will be doing a tasting between Johnny Walker Black and Johnny Walker Double Black of which I haven't had double black before
Happy new year! Looking forward to seeing what you have on the channel in 2021
Thank you, I hope your 2021 is fantastic too!
There are a lot of views on this whisky my friend but you did a fantastic job breaking it down buddy.
Thank you! I enjoy this blend. Not so much to always have it on the shelf, but good, and very good introduction to Scotch I think.
Checking in! Happy 2021!
Cheers!
Monkey is like a younger fresher fiddich. It is good, but i´d alway go for the Fiddich 12. Cheers
Good thoughts! Cheers indeed!
The Monkey Shoulder sure is a solid pour. I did enjoy the An Cnoc 12, but not to any extent that would draw me back to it any time soon. Cheers Jon and have a fantastic 2021. Sláinte.
Thanks for the good wishes and I hope we enjoy many more drams together in 2021!
This one was underwhelming for me, not bad just so much hype. Hope you had a good holiday thanks for the review.
Thanks. I can't say it is amazing, but it is fruity and does not have a lot of hard edges. I think it is a good beginner Scotch. Cheers!
Happy New Year, WN! A Saturday night video...2021 is already off to a great start!
I actually had the Monkey Shoulder before I got on my American whiskey kick (those tariffs from our last President played a role) and I found it solid. Now I will have to re-visit! BTW, I've enjoyed the AnCnoc that I've had in the past but that was a while ago.
Sipping on Alberta Cask Strength Rye (132 proof and delicious!) and Knob Creek Single Barrel Rye (115 proof) while enjoying your video.
To a wonderful 2021! Cheers!
Those are great pours! Glad you have had both MS and AnCnoc, hope those tariffs will end soon. Cheers!
Happy New Year! Hopefully this year is better than last. If nothing else, more whisky to try. I have had MS before and thought it was fine, just not great to me. I am still loving the Glenlivet 12 so far, but I have a long way to go.
Happy new year to you too! I agree, more to try in 2021!
Always appreciate the style of your reviews. I love the anCnoc 12.
I am enjoying anCnoc 12. Have you had any of their other expressions? I hear good things about their 18 year old.
@@WhiskyNeighbour I have not had any other expressions. Would love to try the 18. Have a great day!
Great review, all the best with the channel in 2021!
Thank you, I hope you have a fantastic 2021 as well.
Got my Lot 40 today, first impressions from the neck pour is clean made spirit no heat and I get cardamon on the palate, very drying on the palate too. Thanks for the recommendation I look forward getting to know this whisky.
Yes ... cardamon. Great note. I hope it evolves well for you!
Glenmorangie 10 or Glenfiddich perpetual vat 01 which one is best ?.
I wish I could say. I have not had the perpetual vat 01 yet.
Enjoyed the review, was wondering about Monkey Shoulder as it is one of the ten or twelve scotches available in the local shop, three or four of them are a bit pricey for me and the bottom shelf is always there but once in a while I like to treat myself to a decent whisky without breaking the bank, I’m going to give it a try, thanks again.
I hope you enjoy it! Cheers!
Great I have that one. Great review WN happy new year cheers
Thanks, Happy New Year to you too. Do you enjoy it?
Nice to see a comparison with another whiskey, being in Canada I wasn't sure if it would be worth the price increase. I was back home in the states a month back and saw it for $35, then came back to Canada to find it for $60... The price increase hurts lol
It does. Thankfully in AB I have started seeing it for significantly less. Finally! Do you enjoy it?
Happy New Year Jon. Nova Scotia pricing: $53 for Monkey Shoulder and Ancnoc 12 is at $60. Good luck with the channel this year. I know I'll be watching! Cheers.
Thanks for sharing! I hope we can enjoy many more drams together!
Glenfiddich 12 vs. Monkey Shoulder. Usually, I drink whisky on the rocks. Which one do you recommend to me?
Monkey Shoulder! If you are going on the rocks, it handles that better.
@@WhiskyNeighbour
Thanks 👍
I've heard of Monkey Shoulder, but never seen it on our shelves. Given that it's a single malt blend, how could it compare to some of Compass Box's offerings ?
Btw, on New Year's Eve, I finally went ahead and cracked open my Glenrothes 12. I was at a relative that actually appreciates good scotch. At first, we had a dram of Tomintoul Tlath, which I really enjoyed. When it came time to taste the Glenrothes 12, we both agreed it was a fantastic sherried scotch. Lots of vanilla, melon, citrus and nutmeg.
Looking forward to more reviews in the New Year. May you stay healthy, so, SO important now that there's a more contagious strain of Covid going around. Stay safe and thanks for sharing :)
Thanks for the comments and great to hear Glenrothes 12 is a fine Scotch. Cheers to 2021!
Also, I would compare this to the un peated Kings Street Artists blend from Compassbox. Similar notes for me.
Happy New Year Jon. Enjoyed the review and agree with you, the MS is a nice, easy sipper. It's only 40% ABV here in the UK, however it's only £26 UKP and often on offer for £22 UKP. Not had the anCnoc yet, but can get for around £25 UKP. Cheers 🥃🥃
Easy to enjoy with others I think. Good flavor, not to challenging. Cheers!
@@WhiskyNeighbour Absolutely 👍
On pricing: Wow! In my area Monkey Shoulder is $10-15 (USD) cheaper than Glenlivet 12 and Glenfiddich 12 and $30 cheaper than Balvenie 12! I happen to have it poured right now alongside Glenfiddich 12 and Balvenie 12. My wife set up a blind tasting for me and I chose the Monkey Shoulder, but it was close between the Monkey Shoulder and the Balvenie.
Awesome information, and blinds are the best. I might need to go out and get a Glenfiddich and Balvenie and do the same! Thanks for sharing.
Yup, I get mine for $29.99 here in the states. Glenfiddich is $49.99
Just having a dram of Monkey Shoulder with you! Picked it up on sale at Urban Cellars in Saskatoon today for 43.99$
Great price! I think it is a good blended malt, with some nice fruit notes. How are you finding it?
@@WhiskyNeighbour I would agree with your comments Jon. Very light and fruity on the nose. Clean finish. I liked it. Although, I have to admit, I prefer Bourbon more. I think it was very good neat, but I will try it in an old fashioned. Did you ever try it that way? Shawn.
@@fishingwithshawno I have not tried any scotch in an old fashioned. I usually use Bourbon or Rye. Let me know how it works!
Interesting pricing... depending on the retailer it is on par or a couple of bucks cheeper than 12 year olds in my area. Decent whisky, but not something I reach for anymore. Especially when I can get something with a decent age statement for almost the same price. Good to introduce friends to whisky though. Cheers Jon!
I think we agree, broad appeal, but not a stand out. Cheers!
@@WhiskyNeighbour totally agree!
Monkey Shoulder is tasty but not $20 tastier than Glenfiddich/Glenlivet 12 ... right? There's no way it holds up to AnCnoc 12, but still a very interesting comparison! Cheers!
Right! Good, but priced out of a re-buy in my market.
Is that the Millstone 100 rye in the background?
Yes. I hope to review it soon!
Nice review. Monkey Shoulder for me is a good beginners scotch. But many others are more interesting and have more depth.
Thanks, for dropping in, and I think we agree here. Cheers!
In my area. Well where is your area?
Around Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Been wanting to try this for awhile, but def not the price point as are American counter parts.
A well rounded dram I think. I hope you enjoy it if you get the chance!
Unfortunately, these days Monkey Shoulder cost more than Glenfiddich 12 in my country, not just in Canada. IMHO Glenfiddich 12 is a better value and quality scotch. The recent batch of Monkey Shoulder lost some of its maltiness, fruitiness and citrusy notes compare to the earlier batch about 4 years ago. And Happy New Year to you and your family. Cheers
Thank you for sharing more insight into MS and it's progression over the past few years. I should have a bottle of Glenfiddich 12 to directly compare, but I finished one about half a year ago and in my memory I enjoyed it a bit more than this. Still, MS is not bad and still has a fair amount of fresh fruit for me. I hope 2021 is an excellent year for you!
Here's something odd: In Ontario the Ancnoc 12 is $80 while the Monkey Shoulder is only $53.
Prices often do not make sense. Here, Ancnoc 12 is usually just under $50 and Monkey Shoulder $65. Thankfully MS went on sale for $45 in December. Which do you prefer?
@@WhiskyNeighbour TBH I haven't tried either. I always seem to pass them by when I'm looking for something else. Time to try them.
Same prices her in BC. And Glenfiddich 12 is $68. I can get monkey shoulder on sale for under $50 sometimes. Love MS