Today we viewer this much sought after single malt scotch whisky from Campbeltown - The Kilkerran 16.
The big question is can this whisky replace Springbank?
TIMESTAMPS 00:00 INTRO 00:57 INITIAL THOUGHTS 09:11 THE TASTING 13:23 FINAL THOUGHTS
Review Tasting Notes
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A personal take on a rare and refined spirit. #Whiskey #Brora #Scotch #RareWhiskeyGrain Whiskey: The Genius Move Jon Glaser Made You Need to Know! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-08 | Think grain whiskey is low-grade? This video dares to challenge that perception, showcasing its hidden potential and recommending a specific brand worth trying. #GrainWhiskey #WhiskeyReview #Spirits #DrinkRecommendationAmrut Intermediate Sherry: Whiskeys Unique Triple Maturation Process! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-07 | Uncover the origin of Amrut's unique Intermediate Sherry name! Explore the intricate triple maturation process that gives this whiskey its distinctive flavor. #AmrutWhiskey #SherryCask #WhiskeyLover #SingleMaltWhiskey Revelation: The Secret Ingredient in Glenmorangie Signet! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-07 | First time trying Glenmorangie Signet, and it's a revelation. The secret ingredient? Unique chocolate malt. An unforgettable experience. #Glenmorangie #Signet #WhiskyTasting #ScotchWhiskyLongrow Whiskey: You NEED to Try This Smashing Burgundy Wood! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-06 | Discover Longrow 14-year-old Burgundy Wood—a delicious whisky from Springbank Distillery. See how it stacks up against other Springbank expressions. A must-try for Scotch lovers! #Longrow #Whisky #Scotch #Springbank #BurgundyWoodKilchoman Whiskey: Your Guide to the Best Smoky Scotch! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-06 | Discover Kilchoman, the independent farm distillery on Islay! We explore their potential in the Scotch whisky industry, spotlight the unique Magheribh, and recommend the perfect bottle for beginners. #Kilchoman #ScotchWhiskey #Islay #WhiskeyReview #WhiskeyBeginnerArdbeg Uigeadail: Is Newer Whiskey Good? Lets Find Out! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-05 | Exploring the rich, meaty, and punchy character of Ardbeg Uigeadail. Comparing recent releases to older bottles, uncovering subtle differences in this smoky Islay favorite. #Ardbeg #Uigeadail #ScotchWhisky #Islay #WhiskyReviewTalisker 57 North: This Whiskey Will Blow Your Mind! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-05 | Dive into the world of Talisker whiskey! We compare Talisker 57 North and Talisker 10, highlighting their unique qualities and flavor profiles. Which one will win? #Talisker #WhiskeyReview #Scotch #Whisky #SpiritsLaphroaig Cask Strength: My Favorite Smoky Whisky for the Price! #shortsMalt Activist2025-11-04 | Discover why Laphroaig Cask Strength 10 Year Old is a top pick among whisky enthusiasts. The presenter also praises Lagavulin, highlighting its exceptional smoky flavor. #Laphroaig #CaskStrength #Lagavulin #SmokyWhisky #WhiskyReviewOctomore: The Smokiest Whisky Ever!Malt Activist2025-11-04 | Discover Octomore, the whisky known for its unparalleled smokiness and complex flavor. A peat lover's dream, crafted with precision and passion. #Octomore #Whisky #Scotch #Peat #SpiritsBuffalo Trace Bourbon Review: Taste, Score & My Honest Opinion! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-30 | Buffalo Trace bourbon gets a close examination. The narrator assesses its unique flavors and mouthfeel, and contrasts it with another whiskey in its class. A must-watch for bourbon enthusiasts. #BourbonReview #WhiskeyTasting #BuffaloTrace #Spirits #DrinkReviewBourbon Tasting: Similar Flavors, High Rating! Lets Taste! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-30 | A bourbon expert evaluates Bourbon #3, comparing its aroma and flavor notes to a previous selection. The video culminates with an overall rating and expert assessment. #BourbonReview #WhiskeyTasting #Spirits #DrinkReviewFavorite Bourbon Taste Test!Malt Activist2025-10-29 | A whiskey tasting is summarized, revealing the top choices. Discover what distinguishes each whiskey and the tasters' ultimate favorites from the selection. Learn about the finer points of flavor. #WhiskeyTasting #WhiskeyReview #Spirits #DrinkReviewEagle Rare: 10 v 17Malt Activist2025-10-29 | A deep dive into Eagle Rare 10 and 17, questioning the price gap and inflated reputation. Is the older expression worth the premium? Unpacking availability and costs. #EagleRare #Bourbon #WhiskeyReview #RareWhiskeyWhich BOURBON Wins? 5 Bottles BLIND TASTED!Malt Activist2025-10-28 | Which bourbon comes out on top in a blind tasting? In this video, I put five classic bourbons head-to-head: * Eagle Rare 10 Year * Buffalo Trace * Heaven Hill 7 Bottled-in-Bond * Maker’s Mark (wheated) * Weller Special Reserve (wheated) I’ll share detailed tasting notes, compare price-to-value, and reveal surprising differences between two Buffalo Trace mash bills, two wheated bourbons, and a bottled-in-bond anchor. Whether you’re new to bourbon or a seasoned whiskey lover, this blind tasting will help you decide which bottle deserves a spot on your shelf in 2025. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe to Malt Activist for more deep-dive whisky and bourbon content.
INTRO 00:00 NO MORE RAMBLING 00:36 THE FIVE BOURBONS 01:24 BOURBON 1 02:56 BOURBON 2 04:46 BOURBON 3 06:16 BOURBON 4 07:36 BOURBON 5 09:16 THE BIG REVEAL 10:45 A QUICK CHAT 13:55
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WHISKEY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY MACALLAN BOURBON IRISH RYE BLENDED TOP WHISKIES
"whiskey", "types of whiskey", "whiskey brands", "whiskey production", "whiskey history", "whiskey tasting notes", "whiskey recipes"Hakushu Whisky: Mouthfeel & Peat! Experience the Amazing Flavors! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-24 | A concise summary of Hakushu whisky. It covers the key aspects of its profile, including mouthfeel, peatiness, and the crucial maturation process that defines its character. #whisky #Hakushu #Japanesewhisky #singlemalt #whiskyloverJapanese Whisky Recommendations: Best Bottles to Try! 🥃 #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-24 | Explore the best Japanese whiskies. Discover how Japan's unique environment shapes the distinct flavors of its whisky. Find out which bottles are worth seeking out for an authentic taste. #JapaneseWhisky #WhiskyTasting #DrinkReview #WhiskyLoverYamazaki Distillery: The Birth of Japanese Whisky Empire! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-23 | The Yamazaki Distillery's origin story is one of innovation and determination. Discover how Tori Shinjiro and Taketsuru Masataka built the foundation for Suntory's success. #YamazakiDistillery #Suntory #JapaneseWhiskyYamazaki 12 vs Distillers Reserve: Taste Test Showdown! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-22 | A deep dive into Yamazaki 12 Year whiskey, exploring its unique components and flavor profiles. The video compares it with the Distillers Reserve, pointing out nuances in maturation and taste that set them apart. #Yamazaki12 #whiskey #singlemalt #JapaneseWhisky #DistillersReserveHakushu vs. YamazakiMalt Activist2025-10-22 | A deep dive into the world of Japanese whisky pits Hakushu against Yamazaki. Discover the unique qualities of Hakushu, its distillery's stunning location, and why one distiller favors its distinctive taste. 🥃 #whisky #Hakushu #Yamazaki #Japanesewhisky #singlemaltHe Ruined It For Everyone!Malt Activist2025-10-21 | The Malt Activist's rant reveals Jim Murray's impact on the Japanese whiskey market. His influence allegedly caused shortages and price increases, shifting the landscape for enthusiasts. #whiskey #JimMurray #Japanesewhiskey #MaltActivist #whiskeymarketFrom $500 to $10,000!Malt Activist2025-10-21 | The Yamazaki 25 Year Old whiskey: Is it worth the hype? Watch as its acquisition and current value are examined. #whiskey #Yamazaki #luxury #investingUnveiling Japanese WhiskiesMalt Activist2025-10-20 | Discover why Japanese whiskey stands out! Japan's unique water sources and diverse climates create a taste unlike any other. The video highlights the top two Japanese whiskey companies. #JapaneseWhiskey #WhiskeyLover #Japan #Spirits #DrinkReviewMacallan: Overhyped & Overpriced Whiskey? My Honest Review! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-15 | Many consider the Macallan 12 Double Cask to be overhyped, especially the travel retail offerings. The quality seems to have declined, leaving some whisky enthusiasts consistently disappointed. Is it time to reconsider this once-reliable brand? #Macallan #whisky #scotch #overhyped #singlemaltDalmore 15: Overhyped Whiskey?Malt Activist2025-10-15 | Dalmore 15's sherry influence overwhelms the distillery's character. Despite Richard Patterson's charm, some find the flavor too intense, masking the original distillate. #whiskey #Dalmore15 #scotch #sherrybombHighland Park 18. Overhyped?Malt Activist2025-10-14 | Once a legend, the Highland Park 18 disappoints with batch inconsistency. At 43% ABV and a high price, it no longer lives up to its former glory. Is the Viking branding to blame? #HighlandPark #whiskey #scotch #singlemalt #reviewWhy I Gave Up On MACALLANMalt Activist2025-10-14 | Is the Macallan 12 Double Cask worth the hype? Once a paragon of whiskey craftsmanship, Macallan's reputation faces scrutiny. This review explores whether it still lives up to its name. #Macallan12 #scotch #whiskeyreview #overhyped #singlemaltElijah Craig vs. Pappy Van WinkleMalt Activist2025-10-13 | Elijah Craig Barrel Proof bourbon offers complexity and rich flavors without the unicorn chase. At 60-64% ABV, it boasts toffee, oak, spice, caramel, and cocoa notes. A bold and accessible bourbon experience. #ElijahCraig #BarrelProof #Bourbon #Whiskey #ReviewChivas Regal 18: Best Value!Malt Activist2025-10-13 | Chivas Regal 18 offers richness and balance at a fraction of the cost. It's a consistently good, premium blended whiskey. When you buy Chivas Regal 18, you pay for the whiskey. #ChivasRegal #whiskey #blendedwhiskey #scotch #drink #premiumDon’t buy these. Buy these instead.Malt Activist2025-10-10 | ...5 OVERHYPED WHISKIES to AVOID (And What to Buy Instead!)Malt Activist2025-10-07 | Too many whiskies are hyped up, overpriced, and don’t deliver in the glass. In this video, I break down 5 overhyped whiskies you should avoid in 2025 — and reveal better alternatives that taste better, cost less, and offer real value.
🥃 Overhyped vs Alternatives in this video:
Macallan 12 vs GlenAllachie 12 Dalmore 15 vs Aberlour A’bunadh Johnnie Walker Blue Label vs Chivas Regal 18 Highland Park 18 vs Old Pulteney 18 Pappy Van Winkle 15 vs Elijah Craig Barrel Proof
Whether you’re a whisky beginner or a seasoned malt fan, this guide will help you spend smarter in 2025.
👉 Comment below: What’s the most overhyped whisky YOU’VE ever bought? 👉 Subscribe to Malt Activist for deep dives, reviews, and no-nonsense whisky truths.
WHISKEY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY MACALLAN BOURBON IRISH RYE BLENDED TOP WHISKIES
overhyped whisky 2025 whiskies to avoid 2025 whisky alternatives Macallan 12 review Dalmore 15 overpriced Johnnie Walker Blue vs Chivas Regal 18 Highland Park 18 vs Old Pulteney 18 Pappy Van Winkle alternatives Elijah Craig Barrel Proof review best value whiskies 2025 whisky buying guide
"whiskey", "types of whiskey", "whiskey brands", "whiskey production", "whiskey history", "whiskey tasting notes", "whiskey recipes"Brora 30: I Got This Whiskey As A Gift... Now Its Worth THIS MUCH! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-07 | A generous thank you gift turned into a small fortune! This Brora 30 from 2010, once a kind gesture, now fetches around £3,000. Someone received this as a gift, and its current value far exceeds what they deserve. #Brora #Whisky #Luxury #Investment #RareFindsHibiki 17: Invest or Drink? Whiskeys Rising Value Explained! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-06 | A look at a rare Hibiki 17 whiskey bottle, purchased as an 80-pound investment. Over 10 years, its value has increased tenfold. This bottling from 2013 or 2014 is expected to appreciate further. A very fortunate custodian shares this. #Hibiki17 #WhiskeyInvestment #RareWhiskey #Diageo #Scotch #SpiritsBought $100 Whiskey in 2012, Now Worth $3,000! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-06 | A prized George T. Stagg bourbon from the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection brings immense joy. Purchased for 79 pounds in 2012, it's now worth roughly 3,000 pounds. It fills the owner with a very visceral feeling of joy. #Stagg #Bourbon #Whiskey #BuffaloTraceWhiskey Price Shock: How Much My Collection Is Worth Now! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-05 | A whiskey lover recalls buying Hibiki 17 for around $100. It now sells for about 800 pounds. They used to drink it all the time, but held off as the price slowly increased. Now they have one bottle left. #Hibiki17 #whiskey #investment #rarewhiskeyHibiki 17: I Bought It For $100! Now Its INSANE! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-05 | Once an affordable pleasure, Hibiki 17's price skyrocketed during the Japanese whiskey craze. Discover the story of this now rare and coveted spirit, once bought for $100, now selling for 800 pounds. #Hibiki17 #JapaneseWhiskey #WhiskeyExchange #WhiskeyCrazeI Spent $500 on Whiskey & Couldnt Sleep for DAYS! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-04 | He needed to have it. He went into a bidding war and spent the most he had ever spent on a bottle of whiskey. He couldn't sleep for days after. #whiskey #Yamazaki #auction #expensive #collectorHow I Got This Rare Whiskey For Under $200! Crazy Story! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-04 | A collector recounts how sheer luck led to acquiring a rare Ichiro's Malt Chichibu Paris Edition 2019. A friend's call at the right moment made it happen. It was an unexpected score! #whiskey #ichiro #chichibu #rarewhiskey #whiskeycollectionI Paid HOW MUCH For This Whiskey?! You Wont Believe It! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-03 | The Yamazaki 25 Year Old is the whiskey that appreciated the most. The speaker remembers when they first saw it online and knew they had to have it. The speaker got into a bidding war for it on an auction site and paid 400 pounds. #Yamazaki25 #whiskey #auction #biddingwar #rarewhiskeyDeanston - Better Than I Thought!Malt Activist2025-10-02 | Discover why this Deanston whisky, matured in virgin American oak and bottled at 46.3% ABV, earns high praise. It balances vanilla, lemon, spice, and a soft touch of char, all at a reasonable price. #whisky #Deanston #scotch #review #vanilla #lemonGlenburgie 15: From Blend Filler to Hidden Gem - You NEED to Try This! #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-02 | Glenburgie, often overlooked as a mere blend filler, reveals unexpected depth. Poached pears and honey notes shine, proving it deserves a second chance. Don't judge too quickly; it might just surprise you. #Glenburgie #whisky #scotch #review #tasting5 Whiskies That Made Me A TON Of Money!Malt Activist2025-10-01 | These are the five whiskies I bought back when they were still affordable… and today? They’re almost untouchable. From the elusive Yamazaki 25 to the mythical Brora 30 2010, these bottles have gone from budget indulgences to collectible investments.
In this episode of Malt Activist, I take you through each of these five whiskies — why I bought them, how much I paid, what they’re worth today, and whether the hype is still worth it.
Whether you're a collector, an investor, or just a curious dram lover — this is a peek into how crazy the whisky world has become!
🥃 Featured Whiskies:
Yamazaki 25 Brora 30 (2010 Release) George T Stagg Chichibu Paris Edition Hibiki 17
📈 Got any of these on your shelf? Let me know in the comments what you paid and what they’re worth now!
WHISKEY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY MACALLAN BOURBON IRISH RYE BLENDED TOP WHISKIES
"whiskey", "types of whiskey", "whiskey brands", "whiskey production", "whiskey history", "whiskey tasting notes", "whiskey recipes"Whiskey Snob Gets Shocked! Irish Whiskey Will Change Your Mind #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-01 | Discovering a Teeling Single Grain whiskey changed one drinker's prejudiced view of Irish whiskeys. Once a skeptic, he now appreciates the unique qualities and impactful flavors of Irish spirits. A great moment of being proven wrong! #IrishWhiskey #Teeling #SingleGrain #WhiskeyReviewI Was Wrong About Whiskey: How I Overcame My Dumb Opinions #shortsMalt Activist2025-10-01 | A whisky lover admits he used to judge bottles before trying them, missing out on amazing flavors. Don't let preconceived notions limit your palate—adventure awaits! #whisky #singlemalt #scotch #tasting #reviewWhisky Relic: Stunning Amrut Single CaskMalt Activist2025-09-30 | A single cask of Indian whiskey, distilled in 2009 and bottled in 2013, is examined. It matured in a first-fill PX sherry cask, losing almost half the barrel to maturation. #IndianWhiskey #SingleCask #PXSherry #WhiskeyReview