The 12 is sold in abundance here in South Africa. In fact they say that South Africa is one of the reasons why the 12 year old became scarce because of how much it is bought here. However it is still available here on the shelves. The 12 and the founders are both great whiskys.
I like your point how if you sell a lot of blends, this is a good step up. I like to sell this drop as an introduction to a single malt. Being in a commercial based business this works well. Not my favourite single malt, but not the worst either.
Bought this last Christmas with a voucher I received from work. Wish I’d put a bit more towards it and bought a Sherry cask whiskey rather than this. It’s not a terrible whisky but I find myself drinking it to finish the bottle off rather than drinking it because I enjoy it.
This was my gateway to Whisky. I think I still prefer it over the 12 and Distiller´s reserve. Gonna buy me a bottle as soon as I get home from Spain (Will look for some more expensive stuff in the tax free on my way home)…. I’m very new to Whisky, so looking forward to this journey 😊
It's 2019 and I picked up a bottle of Glenlivet 12yr in South Africa at a price only slightly higher than Glenfiddich. I didn't realize it is in short supply and here I am drinking it nightly.
I usually drink Bourbon and this was my first single malt. I enjoyed it and I also smelled pear so much that it was hard to smell anything else after that.
I bought a small bottle since it's always on sale and all i remember was a strong taste of apricots with a little bit of old leather. Not very good but it is passable it you like fruity flavours with that light creamy finish.
I prefer the 12 but I honestly think the differences are pretty marginal, the Founders Reserve tastes a wee bit younger and less complex to me but that’s about it, I can honestly take either or.
As an American it’s interesting that we have bad beer, but the best spirits in the world. Horrible public schools, but the best universities in the world.
Yes, your take was very similar to mine. I felt the flavours I got were almost false, and used to mask the youth of the whisky and the ethanol kick. It’s such a shame as it’s clearly aimed at mass production.
It should be priced alongside older blends because it's that good even for young age... same as monkey shoulder. Yet again I see it priced at 10-12 year old malts range... which is a joke, It frequently costs on par with Glenfiddich 12.. no go sorry. I really hope they reconsider pricing.
i find this one okay. you cant taste the barrel like for example auchentoshan /sorry im a whisky noob havent drank much/, but the fresh fruitiness, pears, lemony notes, and toffee in the background make it smooth and kinda pleasant to drink. nothing too complex, earthy, woody, peaty, i would say the flavor profile is kinda close to a irish whiskey actually, with its user friendliness, but there is nothing wrong with that. you are right about the character being a bit bland and lacking from the lack of maturing. but its decent nonetheless
how do you get by the alcohol smell and pick uip on the different notes. i am new to Scotch. i like Glenlivet 15, i like Macallan 12, i love Glenmorangie 12 year LaSanta Sherry Cask Finish... but how do i get better at smelling and tasting differences in scotch.. i have tried adding a tiyn bit of water and it deff helps with the tasting and the palate i guess its called... teach me to nose and taste.
Louie Reviews Glenmorangie is a great start. Personally, to defeat the ethanol kick use a few ml’s of spring water. Not much at all, just enough to release the flavours. Aim your nose and palate to pick up on the sweet parts first. For example with Glenlivet the first thing I always pick up on is the vanilla and caramel. Also, 5 seconds after swallowing pay particular attentions to what you pick up in the aftertaste. So when starting out; pay particular attention to nose, first taste and aftertaste.
the 12 yr old can still be found in Canada, I did buy a bottle of the founder's reserve (which is a 10-12 yr old?). I like this one better. A tad bit smoother.
Spent the evening sipping on this and despite the quite harsh review... the whiskey is far from that... very enjoyable ... picked it up for 30euro (reduced from 42irl) and for that price a very tasty lil sipper that's not gonna break the bank.. the experience has been good.. looking forward to having more tomorrow..😉 (u gave Proper12 a better review than this and while I refuse to buy that piss I have no doubt this is better and I'm no whiskey expert)
Yeah, I lost a fair bit of confidence in this guy after having tried this before watching his review. This is a fantastic bottle to enjoy frequently, very refreshing and light.
I like the 12yo, it's a very nice daily dram, after hearing this I think it's a shame it will be missing.. for now in Italy there's still plenty of 12yo so I hope my country won't be touched by this switch to the Founder's reserve. I have a question, how do you compare this to the Master Distiller's Reserve (the NAS for the travel retail, you've reviewed that one in July 2014)? I know the casktypes are rather different (there's sherry in the MDR) but although it being a NAS I quite like it anyway even if it's younger than many other whiskies I like.
ithought i just got as bad bottle but your getting similar results there's an out of date type taste to it i feel like pair thats sat for too long and very weak for 40% im relitivly new having only tried this jack daniels no 7 glenfiddich 12 and johnny walker red label and they all taste stronger even if i put water in but anyhow i wanted to ask if you could do an english review on the glenlivet 25 xxv i see you have one up in german so im headed there now
I feel fortunate that the 12yo Glenlivet will be available in the US. I also live and work in China and I still see the 12yo available here. Thank you Horst for reviewing this and keeping us all informed on the latest installments. After watching this I did look for articles on this very product and the fate of the 12yo. I also enjoy the 15yo. If I had the income my staple Glenlivet (of choice) would be the 16yo Nadurra. I hope you (Horst) will review the 16yo Nadurra, especially the cask strength, because I would be interested in what you think of it.
Thank you very much for your opinion and the informations! Quite recently I was wondering whether to buy or not the Founder's Reserve, especially that the price was the same as G12YO. Now I've made up my mind. :)
This whisky at the very most is 8 years old, why because when it's on offer you can get it for minimum £18-22, if it was older then they could knock so much off the price.
i have a bottle of this and i thought last night i could smell it was like american candy jelly beans type smell i thought i could taste chocolate or coco, anyone else got these smells or tastes
But when you drink this actually, you won't taste any of those orange chocolate earthy shlt its straight up fire! goes well with spicy curry chicken and chips of course
Really enjoy this whisky. I honestly have no clue what Horst is on about. As subjective as alcohol can be, this is still a really truly enjoyable whisky which I still view as a superb buy. Sort of lost all confidence in this channel.
A few years back, that what my first from the distillery , i though it was awful,took me years To taste another one from the company ..then realized they make great whiskey, but this one is a no go..here in Canada its 55$,way To much for that quality/price
This Whisky is not Whisky! It has ceased to be! 'E's expired and gone to meet 'is maker.It's a stiff bereft of life, 'e rests in peace! If you hadn't nailed 'im to the perch 'e'd be pushing up the daisies! 'Is metabolic processes are now 'istory! 'E's off the twig! 'E's kicked the bucket, 'e's shuffled off 'is mortal coil, run down the curtain and joined the bleedin' choir invisible!! THIS IS AN EX- Whisky.
theone031 nah, I’ve had two bottles (one purchased, one gift). Just not to my taste I’m afraid. For almost the same price as the 12 year old it compares poorly.
7:44 That's all you need to know XD
hahahah
EternitySoundDesign 😂😂😂
I actually lol'ed
That's some funny stuff, well played
Yeah wtf was that haha
His voice is crispy with a long toasty finish
"Gnyaah!"
Still a favorite.
The 12 is sold in abundance here in South Africa. In fact they say that South Africa is one of the reasons why the 12 year old became scarce because of how much it is bought here. However it is still available here on the shelves. The 12 and the founders are both great whiskys.
I’d listen to to Horst read the terms of service I always agree to 😂
It did hit supermarkets in uk and its selling extremely well, great prediction
Best of the bottom shelf and a good whisky to for beginner's.
I like your point how if you sell a lot of blends, this is a good step up. I like to sell this drop as an introduction to a single malt. Being in a commercial based business this works well. Not my favourite single malt, but not the worst either.
Alot of wisdom coming from this review. The man knows his stuff!
Bought this last Christmas with a voucher I received from work. Wish I’d put a bit more towards it and bought a Sherry cask whiskey rather than this.
It’s not a terrible whisky but I find myself drinking it to finish the bottle off rather than drinking it because I enjoy it.
I really enjoy this from time to time.....one of the only whiskys I like to drink with ice
This was my gateway to Whisky. I think I still prefer it over the 12 and Distiller´s reserve. Gonna buy me a bottle as soon as I get home from Spain (Will look for some more expensive stuff in the tax free on my way home)…. I’m very new to Whisky, so looking forward to this journey 😊
It's 2019 and I picked up a bottle of Glenlivet 12yr in South Africa at a price only slightly higher than Glenfiddich. I didn't realize it is in short supply and here I am drinking it nightly.
I usually drink Bourbon and this was my first single malt. I enjoyed it and I also smelled pear so much that it was hard to smell anything else after that.
I'm tasting it right now, and it's a really good drink Imo.
Very nice after taste 👌
I think so too! I have some left from a promo I did Friday.
Just bought it and it’s perfect for me. Enjoying it very much! Not too heavy, fruity, light in a good way.
Likewise mate
I bought a small bottle since it's always on sale and all i remember was a strong taste of apricots with a little bit of old leather. Not very good but it is passable it you like fruity flavours with that light creamy finish.
Interesting, I prefer the Founders Reserve to the 12yr old single malt
I prefer the 12 but I honestly think the differences are pretty marginal, the Founders Reserve tastes a wee bit younger and less complex to me but that’s about it, I can honestly take either or.
I bought it for 22 euro. I think the price is fair enough for this whiskey.
As an American it’s interesting that we have bad beer, but the best spirits in the world. Horrible public schools, but the best universities in the world.
7:44 😂 😂 😂. So out of Horst's character. I'll stay away from the Founder's Reserve I've been warned!!!
Just received as a birthday gift. I like it!
I actually like this blend. It was very good.
jediz28 its not a blend. Its a single malt
I like it too. Great smell and taste!
Superb cheap whisky! Got a bottle for Xmas, bought another soon after!
I consider it a more "hard" taste compared to the classic 12y.
Very good alongside dark chocolate.
Yes, your take was very similar to mine. I felt the flavours I got were almost false, and used to mask the youth of the whisky and the ethanol kick. It’s such a shame as it’s clearly aimed at mass production.
this guy is so great....costco US still got this. Love Glenlivet brand.
Interesting. I got the floral notes and it reminded me of sherry on the nose.
excellent and informative review
I bought a bottle today 10/11/2021 : the "metal" is gone and I think the age is not so young. I like it.
It should be priced alongside older blends because it's that good even for young age... same as monkey shoulder.
Yet again I see it priced at 10-12 year old malts range... which is a joke, It frequently costs on par with Glenfiddich 12.. no go sorry. I really hope they reconsider pricing.
I got this today on clearance for $19.00, it’s nice! Clearly a smooth entry level but for that price there giving it away
i find this one okay. you cant taste the barrel like for example auchentoshan /sorry im a whisky noob havent drank much/, but the fresh fruitiness, pears, lemony notes, and toffee in the background make it smooth and kinda pleasant to drink. nothing too complex, earthy, woody, peaty, i would say the flavor profile is kinda close to a irish whiskey actually, with its user friendliness, but there is nothing wrong with that. you are right about the character being a bit bland and lacking from the lack of maturing. but its decent nonetheless
Passed up the 12yr for this one, but I'm a novice and this was a lot better price point.
Im in the uk and we have founders reserve not only central europe :/ but i thought the taste isnt bad
how do you get by the alcohol smell and pick uip on the different notes. i am new to Scotch. i like Glenlivet 15, i like Macallan 12, i love Glenmorangie 12 year LaSanta Sherry Cask Finish... but how do i get better at smelling and tasting differences in scotch.. i have tried adding a tiyn bit of water and it deff helps with the tasting and the palate i guess its called... teach me to nose and taste.
Louie Reviews Glenmorangie is a great start. Personally, to defeat the ethanol kick use a few ml’s of spring water. Not much at all, just enough to release the flavours. Aim your nose and palate to pick up on the sweet parts first. For example with Glenlivet the first thing I always pick up on is the vanilla and caramel. Also, 5 seconds after swallowing pay particular attentions to what you pick up in the aftertaste. So when starting out; pay particular attention to nose, first taste and aftertaste.
I get a strong Apple juice nose from this, and I like this. Funnily enough I actually prefer this to the highland park 12, and Glenlivet 12
Go check your tastebuds
@@sdkout Whisky is a personal experience. Go check your manners.
I bought it and missed the alleged smoothness a great deal. Fruity... well... yes. Malty, very malty. A bit bold for thirty Euros.
It’s decent and smooth, but being used to the Glenlivet 18, it’s definitely not top notch. Still, it’s a good “everyday” scotch.
the 12 yr old can still be found in Canada, I did buy a bottle of the founder's reserve (which is a 10-12 yr old?). I like this one better. A tad bit smoother.
Im gonna get this tonight and try it!
Spent the evening sipping on this and despite the quite harsh review... the whiskey is far from that... very enjoyable ... picked it up for 30euro (reduced from 42irl) and for that price a very tasty lil sipper that's not gonna break the bank.. the experience has been good.. looking forward to having more tomorrow..😉 (u gave Proper12 a better review than this and while I refuse to buy that piss I have no doubt this is better and I'm no whiskey expert)
Yeah, I lost a fair bit of confidence in this guy after having tried this before watching his review. This is a fantastic bottle to enjoy frequently, very refreshing and light.
I like the 12yo, it's a very nice daily dram, after hearing this I think it's a shame it will be missing.. for now in Italy there's still plenty of 12yo so I hope my country won't be touched by this switch to the Founder's reserve.
I have a question, how do you compare this to the Master Distiller's Reserve (the NAS for the travel retail, you've reviewed that one in July 2014)? I know the casktypes are rather different (there's sherry in the MDR) but although it being a NAS I quite like it anyway even if it's younger than many other whiskies I like.
ithought i just got as bad bottle but your getting similar results there's an out of date type taste to it i feel like pair thats sat for too long and very weak for 40% im relitivly new having only tried this jack daniels no 7 glenfiddich 12 and johnny walker red label and they all taste stronger even if i put water in but anyhow i wanted to ask if you could do an english review on the glenlivet 25 xxv i see you have one up in german so im headed there now
Horst, what is your opinion about the Glenlivet Capt reserve?
its 2022 and i dont see those oils on them glasses anymore...
That weird, here in Québec this bottle cost 54$ and the 12 years old cost 59$. Seems like a rip off if the aging is so low.
but we can't find 12yr anymore...
Great review
I feel fortunate that the 12yo Glenlivet will be available in the US. I also live and work in China and I still see the 12yo available here. Thank you Horst for reviewing this and keeping us all informed on the latest installments. After watching this I did look for articles on this very product and the fate of the 12yo. I also enjoy the 15yo.
If I had the income my staple Glenlivet (of choice) would be the 16yo Nadurra. I hope you (Horst) will review the 16yo Nadurra, especially the cask strength, because I would be interested in what you think of it.
Not anymore!
Man! I just bought a bottle... Disappointing, i'm a begginer in the whiskey world, hope it will serve as a experience at least.
Same here 🤦♂️
just bought it today and no extra paper wrapping :( I guess eco-policy?
Thank you very much for your opinion and the informations! Quite recently I was wondering whether to buy or not the Founder's Reserve, especially that the price was the same as G12YO. Now I've made up my mind. :)
your final words on this are totally accurate.
my feeling is this is a cheap version of glenlivet and doesn’t even deserve to be called glenlivet.
I looked at general reviews for this whisky and people either seem to love it or hate it.
This whisky at the very most is 8 years old, why because when it's on offer you can get it for minimum £18-22, if it was older then they could knock so much off the price.
12 yrs old still availble in Europe ✌️
Great review !
In nose i can apreciatte a lot of banana notes, someone else?
Maybe not best for the purist, but way better than the "rotgut" I normally drink.
i have a bottle of this and i thought last night i could smell it was like american candy jelly beans type smell i thought i could taste chocolate or coco, anyone else got these smells or tastes
I like it 👌
Today I bought 3 bottles of 12 years old, and there are still many in Portugal... 33 euros 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
I am coming to say I disagre. I have this alongside 15 and 18. and I still love it! and im a whiskey snob
But when you drink this actually, you won't taste any of those orange chocolate earthy shlt its straight up fire! goes well with spicy curry chicken and chips of course
Just bought this today,but no wrapping paper. Wtf? Lol
I bought but I now use it to make rusty nails.
A very nice dram it is. But frankly, I think it's just a watered down version of Glenlivet in quality.
Really enjoy this whisky. I honestly have no clue what Horst is on about. As subjective as alcohol can be, this is still a really truly enjoyable whisky which I still view as a superb buy. Sort of lost all confidence in this channel.
Price??
Just tried this - agree with you, Horst - disappointing indeed, thoough I didn't have high expectation in the first place.
Uhhm, there was no plastic or aluminum around the neck of the bottle ? Watch out Horst, someone may have spiked your drink!
Horst is more comfortable with German. So he nearly always does the German video first. This is why most of the whiskys are already opened.
Oh I see.
I like this in coffee, after work with a blunt..
Plenty here in the US. Been buying these for 29.99 for couple years now. Really cheap price
Not thrilled by the 12yo, like the 18yo!
You know Horst isn't impressed when he doesn't finish the glass.
Absolutely. As a beginner, my default position is unless Horst finishes the glass, I don't think I'll bother buying.
A few years back, that what my first from the distillery , i though it was awful,took me years To taste another one from the company ..then realized they make great whiskey, but this one is a no go..here in Canada its 55$,way To much for that quality/price
12 y.o. is no longer found in south america too
it has oaky afterbirth
We bought a bottle and tried it on new years eve. It was nothing special.
EXACTLY...I bought some of this and wont buy again, its definitely for beginners.
Founders reserve is terrible. The 12 year however is superb. 12 year used to be the standard glenlivet.
This Whisky is not Whisky! It has ceased to be! 'E's expired and gone to meet 'is maker.It's a stiff bereft of life, 'e rests in peace! If you hadn't nailed 'im to the perch 'e'd be pushing up the daisies! 'Is metabolic processes are now 'istory! 'E's off the twig! 'E's kicked the bucket, 'e's shuffled off 'is mortal coil, run down the curtain and joined the bleedin' choir invisible!! THIS IS AN EX- Whisky.
Nyaaaaaaa !
It's too young
I bought some of this and wont buy again, its definitely for beginners.
Disappointing whisky. Thin, weak, and soapy-tasting. Not terrible, but far from great.
You must have gotten a bad batch because my bottle was freaking delicious. All depends on what you drink or eat before tasting.
theone031 nah, I’ve had two bottles (one purchased, one gift). Just not to my taste I’m afraid. For almost the same price as the 12 year old it compares poorly.
I prefer the 12 year old. I tasted this and was not impressed. Glad I only ordered a drink at a bar instead of invest in the bottle.
I like the 12 better too but I can't find it a anymore where I live
5:00 your supposed to nose the whisky Horst... not the darn cork! lol
Fully agree. Not a good whisky.
7 YRS TO SAY MAX MIN 4
No depth. Waste of time
Supermarket scotch is the only way to describe it. Awful stuff.
Shit whisky
When does he spit the whiskey out because it taste like shit!!??😜😜😜😜😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
it cant be 4 years old as whisky has to be at least 8 years old to be called whisky!
+Jason Gallagher Source?
haha are u just making stuff up as u go along lol
I stand corrected its only 3 years. I did read somewhere it was 8 though.
*3 years old and not a day more.
This whiskey is awful. What were they thinking?
Not really that good taste.