Me and my son tried this a few years ago and it was absolutely delicious I've gone through and gotten a few more bottles and I loved every one of those two. Cheers and have a good night gentlemen
I was almost being a real whisky snob when I almost turned my back on buying Glendronach Port Wood because of chill filtration. Glad I bought a bottle. Absolutely loved it. Shared it with friends during Memorial weekend and they couldn’t get enough. Another great review. Cheers!
I went and bought a bottle based on your review and I’m so glad I did. While it’s non-age-stated, I get the feeling there’s some 12 or even 15 year whiskies in this bottle. The finish is wonderful with lovely spices, chocolate and toffee lingering as it slowly fades away. 92 points for me. At less than $100 it’s a steal. Better than some whiskies I’ve had that were close to $200.
Total wine by me is clearing out some Scotch and they put these out at $73 now to get them out the door. I hope to get the same enjoyment. Thanks for the super helpful and honest review.
Excellent review as always, my friends. In total wine it appears in the description with a declared age of 10 years, and I think that on the Glendronach page, they also mention it, greetings from LA, and I, like Bart, love port-influenced whiskeys !!
Just love these port finishes. Was lucky to pick up the single cask release #5287 last year 25 years old at 51% which was on another level! On the opposite end of age, have been really impressed by Penderyn Port casks, the 6yr old blew my mind for how young it was, no rough edges.
Some people here in the UK have been a bit down on Glendronach since the Brown Forman takeover and the introduction of chill filtration. I loved the old 15 and 18 but had been a bit wary of the new bottlings. It's good to see them still putting out good stuff and if I can get this one I will. Cheers guys!
I just revisited this bottle the other day when @Scotch on the Bayou featured Port finished whiskies. It's odd how certain bottles get lost behind others only to resurface months later. I was surprised it got lost considering how much I was enjoying it. I probably tasted it on a bad day and held that against it. I need to cut that out. ;)
Just picked up a bottle looking forward to opening it. The website says non-age statement but the description says it is 10 years old. Not sure if that is for the original release back in 2019.
@@ScotchTestDummies well mine was a dusty off the shelf and still said NCF on the packaging. I'm sure the original was great but what I had was pretty good.
Been waiting for this one boys. My interest is always piqued when Bart gets on board with the fortified finishes. Scott’s always got a bias toward them 🤣👍🏻🥃
Having recently watched your review of Edradour burgundy cask, I’ve got an inquiry. From this review it seemed Bart was getting with the funk, but he couldn’t have had a more different reaction to the Edradour lol! Are these really that different!?
The first release of the Port Wood said it was at least ten years old however it was written as “ten” in the little description at the bottom of the label. The releases now don’t say that but from what I’m told it’s still 10.
Great video as always gents 👍 never tried that one; some say it's big(ish) on the nose but falls short on palate, even thin some say. This or Glenmorangie quinta ruban (£10 cheaper)? All feedback welcome .
I love this dram. However I always find the taste doesn't quite live up to the nose. Its a great initial flavour but just falls away real quick. But still a banger of a dram. 👍
Glendronach apparently has a lot of issues with importers. Same deal in in parts of Canada, nothing available. Some 12 popping sporadically, then the port wood showed up. We've also had a Canada exclusive 10 yo PX sherry bottling, but that's it.
@@ScotchTestDummies I don't have much details but importers in Canada for some reason can't/won't import Glendronach. The distilery had to go out of its way to get us the 10 YO PX exclusive and that's all we have.
That is the $100 question. The GA seems to be all that but soft. The Glen Moray 21 is even softer berries and mellow but not to sweet. This GlenDronach sounds like a more exciting ride.
Love ya guys but relaxing with a tasty spirit and watching your reviews doesn’t go well with the yelling. Maybe start a 2nd channel reviewing beer bongs and use that intro.
i had this at a friends house.. was wonderful....
Me and my son tried this a few years ago and it was absolutely delicious I've gone through and gotten a few more bottles and I loved every one of those two. Cheers and have a good night gentlemen
good call Sunny C!
I was almost being a real whisky snob when I almost turned my back on buying Glendronach Port Wood because of chill filtration. Glad I bought a bottle. Absolutely loved it. Shared it with friends during Memorial weekend and they couldn’t get enough. Another great review. Cheers!
Good call! thanks KingZaaire24!
I went and bought a bottle based on your review and I’m so glad I did. While it’s non-age-stated, I get the feeling there’s some 12 or even 15 year whiskies in this bottle. The finish is wonderful with lovely spices, chocolate and toffee lingering as it slowly fades away. 92 points for me. At less than $100 it’s a steal. Better than some whiskies I’ve had that were close to $200.
Roger that!
Guys - maybe worth doing a head-to-head with the GlenAllachie Port Wood?
Thanks!
Trying this out. This Glendronach hit the Whisky Advocate Top 20 recently. Thanks for your thoughts.
thanks Watchman!!!!
Total wine by me is clearing out some Scotch and they put these out at $73 now to get them out the door. I hope to get the same enjoyment. Thanks for the super helpful and honest review.
depends on the release, last years was phenomenal, this years isn't quite the same but close.
@@ScotchTestDummiesthanks for chiming in. My batch is from early 2021 so I hope it is as tasty as what you all had.
Excellent review as always, my friends. In total wine it appears in the description with a declared age of 10 years, and I think that on the Glendronach page, they also mention it, greetings from LA, and I, like Bart, love port-influenced whiskeys !!
Thanks for the info!
@@ScotchTestDummies I sent you an image by direct message on instagram...greetings!!
Just love these port finishes. Was lucky to pick up the single cask release #5287 last year 25 years old at 51% which was on another level! On the opposite end of age, have been really impressed by Penderyn Port casks, the 6yr old blew my mind for how young it was, no rough edges.
those old Glendronach single casks are marvelous!
Love the red berries Port always brings out.
You should try to find a Kilchoman Port Cask. What a glorious peat and berry party
most definitely!
Had a bottle of this last year. Delicious stuff 😋 occasionally found it on the sweet side, and so much orange, but it did hit the spot 👌
thanks James1
Got one of the last 'non-chill filtered' of the Port Wood Finished. Looking forward to trying this some time soon.
nice, thanks Mark!
GlenDronach is also one of my favorites. 😁
nice!
Some people here in the UK have been a bit down on Glendronach since the Brown Forman takeover and the introduction of chill filtration. I loved the old 15 and 18 but had been a bit wary of the new bottlings. It's good to see them still putting out good stuff and if I can get this one I will. Cheers guys!
people are raving about the new 15!
oh do i love this one. and it gets better as the bottle goes down. this bottle is worth every drop at $80.
Nice!
I just revisited this bottle the other day when @Scotch on the Bayou featured Port finished whiskies. It's odd how certain bottles get lost behind others only to resurface months later. I was surprised it got lost considering how much I was enjoying it. I probably tasted it on a bad day and held that against it. I need to cut that out. ;)
at least you still had it!
Saw this for $63 today at TW. Might have to swing back and pick one up
Oh yes
Just picked up a bottle looking forward to opening it. The website says non-age statement but the description says it is 10 years old. Not sure if that is for the original release back in 2019.
just picked up a bottle of the new release and its not near as good.
@@ScotchTestDummies well mine was a dusty off the shelf and still said NCF on the packaging. I'm sure the original was great but what I had was pretty good.
Had this .been available here for a while.South Africa., Enjoyed it and decent price as well
excellent, thanks Dean
Damn, the benefits of working for SMWS is evident haha!
absolutely! thanks LongCity!
I can't find a 10 year old Glendronach review. So guys, go for it!
done
Been waiting for this one boys. My interest is always piqued when Bart gets on board with the fortified finishes. Scott’s always got a bias toward them 🤣👍🏻🥃
Bias…or well Placed love?
@@VinegarAndSaltedFries I didn’t suggest that it was a negative bias 😬🥃
Thanks Adam...I am biased! Scott
OH NO!!! You let another secret dram out AGAIN!!!!!! 🤪😳😉
oops!
Having recently watched your review of Edradour burgundy cask, I’ve got an inquiry. From this review it seemed Bart was getting with the funk, but he couldn’t have had a more different reaction to the Edradour lol! Are these really that different!?
yes they are, the Edradour was big time delicious funk!
The first release of the Port Wood said it was at least ten years old however it was written as “ten” in the little description at the bottom of the label. The releases now don’t say that but from what I’m told it’s still 10.
excellent, thanks Dram Dude!
Great video as always gents 👍 never tried that one; some say it's big(ish) on the nose but falls short on palate, even thin some say. This or Glenmorangie quinta ruban (£10 cheaper)? All feedback welcome .
been awhile on the Quinta Ruban, we should compare them!
That would be an interesting one 👍🤔👍
Would love to see a blind head to head with the Glenmorangie 14 Quinta Ruben and the GlennAllechie port wood finished as well
That would be fun
came here to suggest the same thing. been missing those longrunning style videos apart from the standard reviews.
number of sites stated it is 10 year old. Cheers Dummies! Love Glendronach.
its a good 10!
I love this dram. However I always find the taste doesn't quite live up to the nose. Its a great initial flavour but just falls away real quick. But still a banger of a dram. 👍
thanks Mark!
Would be interested about the batch number. Can you tell us the bottle code?
looks like 2021/07/19 and LR11299 or 288
@@ScotchTestDummies thanks a lot guys :) great review as always
A little off topic but have you guys had a chance to try NULUs Tawny Port finished bourbon? I swear it's Aberlour A'Bunadhs long lost cousin.
Have not, it is not sold in our area yet.
You made a yummy sound…
~Young Frankenstein
muwahahahaha
Glendronach apparently has a lot of issues with importers. Same deal in in parts of Canada, nothing available. Some 12 popping sporadically, then the port wood showed up. We've also had a Canada exclusive 10 yo PX sherry bottling, but that's it.
What issues?
@@ScotchTestDummies availability
@@ScotchTestDummies I don't have much details but importers in Canada for some reason can't/won't import Glendronach. The distilery had to go out of its way to get us the 10 YO PX exclusive and that's all we have.
GlenDronach is now chill filtered.
heard that
Better than the GlenAllachie Port Wood Finish?
That is the $100 question. The GA seems to be all that but soft. The Glen Moray 21 is even softer berries and mellow but not to sweet. This GlenDronach sounds like a more exciting ride.
Not for me but it’s close
Definitely! More Port influence, the Glen Allachie only had subtle notes.
I left my "funk" back in the 1979 trunk.
i was only 9!
I may be mistaken but, I've always understood that "finishing" can be as short as just a few months.
yes but usually the longest is 2-2 1/2 years at the most.
Glendronach was all natural color and non-chill filtered. But, that has changed with all new bottlings. Get old bottlings while you can.
still natural color...
Brad Paisley is doing scotch reviews now?
if he only sang and danced!
Love ya guys but relaxing with a tasty spirit and watching your reviews doesn’t go well with the yelling. Maybe start a 2nd channel reviewing beer bongs and use that intro.
Bart would just whisper in that one…he cuts against the grain.