I still believe that the JW Black has the best price/quality ratio but I suppose it's a bit more expensive.Under 30 US Dollars you can't expect Whisky Paradise especially in today's booming market. I am trying to find a place here that sells Clan Mac Gregor in South Africa, but just can't seem to find it anywhere. The chief of Clan Macgregor foolishly stood by the Macdonald, who had cut off the head of a cousin of someone close to the king for stealing a deer on their land. Definitely a great whisky value. Sometimes you have to drink cheap, right? Rob Roy was a Scottish outlaw - basically our version of Robin Hood but, you know, a real man and Scottish so much better, clearly! ok guys spend a little more and get ballintines Clan has no scotch flavor. Ok i just got 1.75 walmart. Dewars White Label Blended Scotch Whisky ABV: 40% (80 proof) Price: $19.99. There's a time & place for single malts & August in Ohio is neither.While I'd prefer a couple fingers of Talisker or Highland Park or Monkey Shoulder for that matter, when it's hot & humid, I enjoy a Scotch & Soda as much as any drink. My preference is a good Islay. I decided to pour a shot of Inver House directly into my glass without ice and see how it compared. There is a clear need for independent reviewers. Id put thisscotch right up there with Ruskova Vodka and Rancho Alegre Tequila among bargain liquor brands Ive discovered that taste significantly better than discount liquors. Since it was created in 1964 and not 1773 or earlier these spices had to passed down from master craft distillers. I WAS LOOKING FOR A GOOD CHEAP SCOTCH WHISKEY. Jan. Ola Pedro, desculpe a demora mas estava viajando. Lmao. Inexpensive and drinkable. I mixed it with ginger ale, and down the hatch. Cluny Blended Scotch Whisky ABV: 40% (80 proof) Price: $13.79. Thanks. The clan motto, 'S Rioghal Mo Dhream, means"Royal is my race.". Note: Out of curiosity, and because we happened to have a tiny sample bottle of Johnnie Walker Black in the Paste office as well, we tasted the two side-by-side after revealing that days whiskies. 3. So smooth and flavorful, I really like it. This stuff is DIRT cheap, and far and away surpasses all of the other plastic-capped, ultra-value blended scotchesand has the most hilariously garish label, to boot. Scoresby Very Rare Blended Scotch Whisky ABV: 40% (80 proof) Price: $16.99 (for a 1.75L bottle!). I dont know where you live, state and county but its not out of production. But here's an e-mail address that should be able to help you with these questions: clan.macgregor@wgrant.comThe Blends of the 1980's, even the cheaper ones, have generally speaking better quality because of the fact that better casks were available to the Blending industry as Whisky demand wasn't so booming as today. Cluny is considerably more sweet and fruity than the other blended scotches in this bracket, with an unusually tropical, almost banana-like note on the nose and moderate acidity on the palate, which lends it a slightly sour twang. All kidding aside, this is my favorite of the bottom shelf. There are apples on the brief finish, with a touch of malt. Jim Vorel is a Paste staff writer and resident brown liquor geek. matthew kolken wife age / who is the leader of the simon city royals / do rocky mountain oysters have sperm in them This Whisky is blended and bottled by Alexander MacGregor & Company of Glasgow. When he handed it to me I busted out laughing. Lismore Single Malt ABV: 40% (80 proof) Price: $24.99. There's a little fruit there, with an even mixture of malt and grainy flavors. good day, Lauder lucky day That was my Scotch. Look out for it! You better not drink it. I don't think I would add Vodka (LOL) Cheers, Jan. yes Jan the MacGregor is not bad.lord its only $16.99 u.s. ,peace dear. Greetings from California. Another option is Jameson from Ireland that also has a good P/Q ratio. Hes drinking some neat scotch, or scotch on the rocks. Just wondering if Clan Mac Gregor is for sale anywhere in South AfricaI am born Mc Gregor, however our family crest is the exact same as on the bottle. There really is no comparison. I suppose you mean US$ 7? Tennessee. As a bartender all through college as-well-as a single malt and blended scotch drinker for over 40 years, Ive had a taste of about all thats out there. (Im not a paid actor, Im a hometown boy that would not lie to a brother) ENJOY / SERIOUSLY.. Ive always laughed at him drinking Inver House in a plastic bottle for everyday drinking and saving the good stuff. Some things have a tendency to stick with you. For people starting to drink whisky I would usually advice to begin the adventure with a nice simple Speyside Malt like the Glenlivet or something similar. Inver House Scotch is not only smoother from the very first sip, but has a scotchier flavor than most house brands. I still prefer Canadian whisky overall (Windsor House is my fave and yes, Im a cheapskate), but Inver House will do. 'Cheers!Jan, I agree. What is surprising is that this so-called bastard or mystery maltthe distillery is unknown, but is rumored to be Glenrothes or Glenfarclascan apparently be had in some places for $20 or less, which represents a serious value. single-family home with a list price of $259950. If the goal of these tastings is to find the best booze you can buy, in terms of sheer, absolute value, then Inver House is the answer to the question posed by this format. Rob Roy, so the stories tell, soon surpassed other boys . 1. Maclan. I do believe however that after having reviewed more than 900 whiskies and having tasted many more I can detect the difference between an excellent, a good, a mediocre or a bad whisky quality wise.Cheers!Jan. in Georgia for 11.99 to try. Inver House scotch was an unfamiliar name to me at a very cheap price, and Im always looking for new, affordable liquors to try. Both are 80 proof, aged 3 years, and imported, from Scotland.Clan MacGregor- introduced in 1934. Once I got to work the bad day started and a short while later I took my first sip. First constructed in the late 18 th century, it originally belonged to the Haldane family and was later the seat of both the Murray and MacGregor families - after its purchase by John Murray MacGregor, 18 th Chief of Clan Gregor in 1776, it became known as "Clan Gregor Castle". I drink the good stuff we buy on the ship. Inver House Green Plaid Scotch is priced similar to other well known discount brands such as Highlands Mist, Scoresby, Clan Macgregor and other blended scotches that sell for $17.00 or less in the big, 1.75 liter bottles. Would be great if you could find out if your family is related to the Clan Mac Gregor. After a bit more nosing, I really start to smell just ethanol and not much else. A pity you didn't leave your name! Clan MacGregor whisky honours the MacGregors, one of Scotland's oldest clans. Cheers!Jan. One such was the ancient Clan MacGregor, a name that had once been proscribed across Scotland by royal decree. It's rare to find good blend with affordable price in a conservative country. No hangovers.Feel refreshing next day. General Remarks: According to the packaging, the real life Clan MacGregor has a renowned history dating back to the 14th Century. Based on those, I agree with you! Regardless, this is a cheap, plastic-capped blended scotch that has apparently been around for decades, and it seems like it has its fansbut once again we assure you that you can most definitely do better, even in this rock bottom price range. I don't have the perfect Palate. Nuff said Sorry for the late reply but I was traveling (and drinking beer) in Europe! I really hope you will have the opportunity to try an Islay Single Malt sometimes. - MoscoWine. Thanks For Commenting! ROYAL IS MY RACE. Bought it years ago when Old Smuggler went up in price. -On my mothers grave I am not lying. Nuff said because I love bargains that taste this good. Cortlandt who was at first in the Army but left it and became a lawyer, he was for many years Attorney General and Speaker of the House of Assembly New Jersey. Theres a little fruit there, with an even mixture of malt and grainy flavors. All Rights Reserved. I use clan McGregor, which is a couple bucks more, in my whisky gingers. Piney wood and hints of berry fruitiness offset a slightly sugary profile on Old Smuggler, but the harsh booziness and paint thinner-esque nose are major turn-offs. As if in apology for this, the MacGregors were granted the prestigious job of forming the honour guard around the Regalia of Scotland as it was paraded from the Palace of Holyrood House up the Royal Mile in procession with the royal . In case youre not familiar with them, Rob Roys are a scotch drinkers martini and listed among my Top-10 mixed drinks review. The grain alcohol simply gives a Blend a different character. Lakshmi|||McGregor is Irish, MacGregor is Scottish, just as McMillan is Irish and MacMillan is Scottish.|||McGregor and Macgregor mean the same and are interchangeable. Lmao. If budget is your #1 concern, this is what you should be seeking out. Buy a case. The most expensive scotch in this bottom-shelf tasting also happens to be the only single malt of the bunch, which isnt terribly surprising. Here in Brazil I have only seen the black lids. Its not written in the bottle. Entry is pleasantly sweet like caramel (but not too sweet); the midpalate adds sweet flavors of honey, pipe tobacco and tar. It was organized in 1909, making it one of the oldest Scottish clan societies in the United States. I found a bottle of Inver Scotch Whiskey in my pantry.lts been their a couple of years .It has settlement in the bottom, along the sides of the bottle . Hope this helps!Cheers!Jan, I actually enjoy this scotch. Where can I purchase this scotch in the Chicago Illinois area? Hey look, were making progress! Thanks. I will review Bulleit in the next few weeks. But it is said that this tartan was worn in 1800. I agree with you that there's nothing offensive about this Blend. Above average. Grants is my go to for this, but the local booze monger was out. Cheers! Weak flavor is the problem of many (relatively) cheap Blends as they contain for around 70% of Flavorless Alcohol. Glad I'm back and ready to roll! We are completely satisfied with InverHaus as an everyday scotchwhen we have company or a special occasion we like Dewars but tonight after buying a case as usual this has an awful taste and so differentWHY???? Cheers!Jan(PS): I didn't post your other comment. Hope the juice add helps some of you, Hi Bob, thanks for your reaction and the tip! Inver House Scotch is almost too good to use in any mixed drink. Still, I think that at this price level Bourbon is the better alternative! . The Nose is quite acceptable given the low price and it's a pity that the Fruity Speyside tones I found when I nosed the empty glass are overpowered by the other Aromas when your glass is filled. And it surely is cheap in most places. Fresh grass and wildflower honey/floral notes are present, with a slightly buttery character that modifies the fruit notes in such a way that one taster described it as apple butter. Otherwise on the mild side, there isnt much earthy peat present here, nor any smoke to speak of. I just bought clan mcgregor at Walmart today for $16.98. $13, Buy Now . The clan's motto, 'S Rioghal Mo Dhream, meaning "Royal is our race", reflects the family's claimed connection to Celtic royalty. After tasting it you will agree the 50-70 dollar bottles of single malt scotch are charging to much. Hi there, thanks for commenting. I have the same challenge here in Brazil. Maria, Hi Maria, thanks for commenting! as a mixer, I like diet 7-up with a healthy shot of clan mcg on the rocks. Not 100% on that . If you like smoky whisky you could also try to buy for instance an Ardbeg 10 Years and add a little (1/5) to a smoky Blend like JW Black or Black Grouse. Lol. It's not easy to identify this as a It almost smells like a very cheap type of Calvados, the French Apple Brandy from Normandy. Cheers, Jan. Hi. Iain Dhee MacGregor. At that price point, it has to be worth buying a few bottles! But I wouldnt drink it on the rocks. Rob Roy's Early Life. Acho que vai gostar ainda mais se voce mistura 3/4 Clan MacGregor com 1/4 Johnnie Walker Black Label! Sailbad the Sinner. I had been drinking a cheaper Scotch; House of Stuart. There are some subtle, interesting flavors. Im not a paid advertiser I am just spreading the quality to help people save money and not sacrifice flavor.. it says extremely rare scotch and its true. Every distributor in Kansas City has it available. If I have a spare it will say SPARE, with an x suffix, below the catalogue or reference number. It is said that the Kininvie Distillery, located in the backyard of The Balvenie, is the main Malt used in Clan MacGregor. I first discovered this drink years ago when I walked into a liquor store not really knowing what I wanted. inver house vs clan macgregornew zealand citizenship by grant. Have a Great Weekend!Cheers!Jan. Please leave your name next time around. The rest is mostly very young (3-5 Years) Single Malt that matured in 3rd or 4th Refill casks. It was a gift but I thought it had been watered down. This whisky certainly has a better taste than nose. I can sometimes close my eyes and smell the essence ov this s***. This page displays Y-Chromosome DNA (Y-DNA) STR results for the project. What prompted me to give Inver House Scotch a try? This is a bombastic mixing scotch, but not one youd ever call balanced. A "dawn busters" taste challenge! This is like something you pour three fingers of for yourself halfway through the night, when youre already slightly buzzed and you want some basic scotch to sip. But the Blend becomes too Thin and starts to smell and taste like a flavoured Vodka. And why do some bottles have a completely different crest on them? Joanne Faliveno. There are, after all, no shortage of classic scotch cocktails such as the Rusty Nail, Rob Roy, Presbyterian or Penicillin. My spouse even liked it and they don't ordinarily like most whiskey. Palate: Watery, Sugary Sweet and Hot with Grains, young Oak, Nut Shells, Pine, Grass, Dried Fruit, Toffee, light Vanilla and Pepper. Have been drinking Inverhouse for many years. Hi there, thanks for your comment. Hi Henry, sorry for my late reply but I was traveling! Because 70 Dollars would be paying way too much for this Blend. The red color used in the tartan was brought from India and was expensive. The clan was also one of the first Scottish families to begin playing the bagpipes, in the 17th century. Its no problem jan , i must have ended up with a sour batch of jw.peace, No hard feelings whatsoever Jim. Clan MacGregor whisky honours the MacGregors, one of Scotland's oldest clans. Better than paddies, pot distilled sounds interesting but the inevitable outcome will result in the shlits at best case scenario. The MacGregor clan lived in a rough, rocky and mountainous region. Scotches were judged completely blind by how enjoyable they were as individual experiences and given scores of 1-100, which were then averaged. rating. I'm curious indeed so please keep me posted!Cheers!Jan, Hey Tomas, Better Luck Next Bottle!Cheers,Jan. I love it! Thats my new drink. Get it while you can before it comes the rage of rare scotch fanciers. it is certainly a low cost drink but i am not sure why. That just is not true. Palate: The crap is beginning to really shine through here. How can I identify the production year? Cheers, Jan.. Good review and i agree the price of anything enjoyable has risen exponentially worldwide. I enjoy Evan williams as a nice bottom shelf bourbon. In fact I was reluctant to tell this story so I can get it cheap until prices escalate. I do not and can not make claims to the accuracy of the contents on my site. A William Grant brand. I took it home. At this price level it's better to drink a Standard Bourbon. One source states that the origins of this clan began with Gregor , a son of King Alpin II Mac Eochaidh of Scotland and a younger brother to Kenneth MacAlpin.King Alpin II was the first Scottish ruler to unite Scotland in 843 A.D. Prices vary between 15 and 20 US Dollars. Theres still not a terrible lot to cover up the raw alcohol flavors, and one tasters sheet still tags its booziness as possessing a medicinal quality, but you could probably safely mix this with some ginger ale and be no worse for the wear. Yep. As far as were concerned, this is the best, most balanced scotch you can get for less than $25. Big smoke is present on the nose, and a bacon-like savoriness, but it stops short of omnipresence. I really don't care for American whisky. Its better than some mid shelf whiskeys at half the price! I think its all a matter of taste and if you like it or not. . My opinion is as good as yours! Hi Kim, thanks for your comment. And I agree with you, Clan is more for mixing than sipping! Clan Macgregor Scotch whisky has a delicate, sweet aroma and a smooth, mellow taste - which has won many awards over the years. Rating & Recommendations July 3, 2022 . Its says BERY RARE SCOTCH WHIKEY BLEND and they seriously mean it. Tax Year: 2021. Cheers, Jan. How do I reach clan Macgregor I hav a great commercial for them James Macgregor, Hi James, I'm afraid I don't know. Had my first taste of it tonight. Straight and without ice, the Inver House green plaid scotch is good enough to drink by itself and enjoy right from the very first sip. After sampling that demand will greatly grow and then supply and demand will exaggerate the prices. Just another site. I still havent told the bother in lawlol.. Just bought a 750 ml. I wound up finishing it off making Bloody Mary Queen of Scotts drinks with it. Finish: Short, Sweet and Hot with Grains, Sugar, light Oak, Toffee and Pepper. Not bad at all if you are ok losing the deep oak tastes. And if you can get it for less than $20? 6. And yes, prices have gone through the roof these days! Still laughing. Pleasantly surprised! Well, the Inver House scotch bottle marked with the green plaid label was sitting right next to the Highlands Mist 1.75 Liter for only .50 more. But, like you say, there are many people who find Bourbon too sweet or otherwise don't care for that flavour profile. I opened it but was afraid to drink it. Cheers, Jan. Several score sheets use some words akin to watered down, while another insists upon Scoresbys sweaty aftertaste. BETTER OR = TO THE $75.00 BLENDS BUT THEY-ARE-JUST-ROT-GUT AFTER ALL. Found out about scotch at a resort with Red Label, Lauders tastes the exact same for a better price. I googled Alexander MacGregor & Co Ltd in Glasgow but nothing pops up. As an avid scotch drinker i would recommend this blended. Que recomiendan para un principiante en whisky algo no muy seco y fuerte pedro, hi yall im from australia & have returned from LA, though i havent tried this scotch yet i will admit that the price was pretty awesome for a 1.75litre of itshame we dont have it here in australia even though we shouldcant w8 2 try it. Que bom que voce gostou! The damnest thing. Another 491 words (35 lines of text) covering the years 1587, 1000, 1603, 1603, 1888, 1640, 1671, 1734 and are included under the topic Early McGregor History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. The information held within The Scottish Register of Tartans for the "Rob Roy Macgregor" tartan is shown below. 4. Love this scotch. The Rankings: All 10 Scotches, Ranked From Worst to Best, 10. Born on the . Certainly this can compete with many other single malts that are found at $10-20 above its price range, which makes it a steal. 2023 Paste Media Group. Does that mean it lacks quality? I was traveling in the interior. never forget our history. I really liked it. Best Shot Whisky Reviews is my personal site. I noted hints of caramel, banana, bubble gum and a very slight bit of peat and smoke. Clan Gregor (also Griogair, MacGregor, Mac Gregor, McGregor, M'Gregor) is a Highland Scottish clan.It is considered the most senior clan of Siol Alpin, translated as 'Seed of Alpin', referring to King Kenneth I Mac Alpin), descending from the ancient Kings of the Picts and Dl Riata.Outlawed for nearly two hundred years after a long power struggle with the Clan Campbell, the Clan Gregor . Its gross. I guess Ill have to find a decanter to put it in. That might sound like a bad thing, but its really not in this case, as the sourness helps balance the sweet just a bit. This was actually the first Scotch I ever drank. Its a good drink for those trying scotch the first time. You will love it!! 167k members in the Scotch community. The closest mid-range blended scotch in taste is J & B, followed by Dewars. Not bad was my thought. I intend to use with Dram Buie Rusty Nail for holidays, one of my favorites. I thought that was a good price here in Indianapolis, Indiana. I have not been able to find it for sometime. (Stronmelochane, Glenstrae, Scotland) Died in 1415. Formerly listed as Mcgrecor of Glengyle burial ground, Portnellan, Loch Katrine. Clan MacGregor undoubtedly looks like cheap stuff, and just glancing at the label makes you wonder how many cheap blended scotch brands out there probably have similarly tribal-sounding names.. Next time please leave your name! Clan Gregor is the clan of the legendary 18th century outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. Hi there, thanks for commenting! The nose is more distinctly oak-forward than others, with traces of tartness, honeyed sweetness and just a touch of peat. In fact I never saw it here in Brazil. Still, this is the kind of scotch that will definitely make its presence felt as a mixerits going to shine through strongly in any standard mixed drink, which is probably what you want. This Blend is very cheap. Maybe you could leave a question at their website. First taste was good , I think I did well. Id take Inver House scotch over medium priced brands like Passport and it might even give Cutty Sark a run for its money. Cheers, Jan. A specimen of the Rob Roy sett exists in the collection of the Highland Society of London (1816 - 1817), bearing . This name comes from the Gaelic place name "cuil cumhann" meaning "narrow corner". Inver House Green Plaid Type: Blended Whisky Age: NAS (Probably 3 years) Alcohol: 40% Colour: Very Pale Gold Nose: Bitter Oak, Sharp Grain Alcohol and Apple.

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