I find whiskeys are like bands… no matter what others say, your brain eventually figures out what’s right for you. It’s great to watch whiskey reviews, I take something away from them.
The video that started my whiskey journey....over a 150 bottles later and I couldn't be happier. Red Breast 12 and OF 1910 got my wife into it too. Thank you.
@@Valefolken I do. I've had a couple bottles that that just didn't do it for me. Both 10 and 20. It's been hit or miss, and that's sad because I really really loved the original flavors.
The first time I tried Redbreast 12 was at my brother's wedding and I absolutely loved it , one of my favourites. My ultimate favourite is Lagavulin 16
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked has been my favorite whiskey for the last couple of years. Such an easy sipper and so well balanced. Very glad to see that on the list.
My wife got me into whiskey. Brought home a bottle of Compass Box Spice Tree after she did a blending class with John Glaser. Now we are both SMWS members and enjoy whiskey on the regular!
Back when I was in 3rd grade... when I was a novice whiskey boy I started with crown n coke or jack n coke. Now it's whiskey rocks for me(Turkey101) or Laguvillan 16 neat .
Drinking Woodford Double Okaed for the first time as I type this. I get the vanilla and caramel notes but goodness does it taste like a stack of buttery maple syrup covered pancakes. Don’t even get any oak on this time around.
19:00 At first I wasn’t into peated whisky at all, but now it’s an absolute favorite. I always want something very peaty in my cabinet. The great thing about a whisk(e)y journey is how your tastes change over time. Give me a Laphroaig 10 yr cask strength and I’m one HAPPY camper!!
You can't go wrong if you buy the 6 classic malts. Dalwhinnie, Talisker, Cragganmore, Oban, Lagavulin and Glenkinchie. Often available in a pack with small bottles of them to get an idea.
Mine has been The Balvenie for the past 28 years. Ive tried lots, but thats the one I settled on. I only drink maybe a bottle a year these days, but still enjoy it when I do.
My first taste of Whisky was Black Jack D. The first vottle i ever bought was Wild Turkey 84 proof. The first bottle I sipped and enjoyed (and thus began my hobby with Whisky) was Woodford Double Oak.
Woodford. Solid choice for anyone. So good. I have had that Redbreast, also great. A nice alternative to the Balvenie 14 Caribbean is the Glenlivet Caribbean cask.
For me i start with fruity stuffs, like perhaps Irish like teeling or bushmills, then proceed with sherries, peateds, and then finish off with one expensive vintage whisky (from a whisky bar) like Springbanks or Bowmores, it changes my whisky palate journey once you hit those stuffs.
Dude, the two of you together just takes it to another level! Great back and forth and real-ness between you two that made this so awesome! Great job. Also, this will help with getting my wife into drinking whiskies with me. Thanks.
Scotland:s single malt comes from so many regions and have so many different tastes so what not to like? They're sooooo good! My favorites comes from Islay!
My strategy to acclimate to the proof is to (gun reference as well) take a proof shot. I get the highest proof I have and start with a have shot and treat it like mouthwash. Except i dont waste it after swishing. After my “proof shot”, everything is way smoother and i can taste the flavors much more.
Finally a Jeremy Siers video! However having Allison on this one makes it great!! The chemistry between y’all is great, and makes the video so relatable to how my wife does when she sips whiskey
I always find that Woodford Double Oaked tastes like those Riesen candies while 1910 tastes like sipping barrel-aged Cherry Coke through Twizzlers. Redbreast I find to be the perfect test in whether someone likes whiskey; if someone says they don't like Redbreast then I don't think I can trust them lol
I don't know if you know, or have seen them, but on eBay, you can buy a whiskey glass with a moulded in 'lip' to hold a cigar! There are several available, and they are even available in the US. I might even get one myself?
With alcohol I want to know I'm drinking liquor so I choose the rye bourbon cuz I tell it's spicy with a hint of Carmel and the Smokey flavor is kicked out when it goes down
Hi Jeremy. It’s my birthday weekend, Aug 1 Sunday, 5-0!!! I trust you and and bought 4 of 5 from this video with my birthday money. Love your content, fan for years. I’m in Florida too. Redbreast Irish is my fav even though met my wife (Twenty five years!!!!) Edinburgh Scotland. Love you Sir!
My love of whiskey actually started with Port Charlotte heavily peated scotch. I was pretty "meh" on whiskey as a whole before, but when I tried that it really opened my eyes to just how wide the variety is in whiskey as a category. Now I've developed a much deeper appreciation for all sorts of whiskey.
Do you ever add water to your glass? At the Whisky Museum in Edinburgh, the tasting stewards use a glass dropper to add a few drops to each sample. This opens the flavors by allowing oils to emerge. They don't do it any other way.
I decided to buy a bottle of bourbon a few nights ago (JB Black Extra-Aged). Hadn't drank spirits in over ten years but I think I'm gonna stick with it. It doesn't bloat and stretch my stomach out like beer does. 4-5 shots over the course of an evening is a perfect way to wind down before bed.
I know some whiskey heads don't like it but I got a couple beginner friends into whiskey with Wild Turkey Longbranch. It's sweet but very approachable, easy sipping
@@baaa4698 I love rare breed! Great value whiskey. Not sure if a barrel proof is ideal for beginners in general, but it might be a good entry to barrel proof bourbons since it isn't that high and doesn't drink that hot relatively speaking
Jeremy, love your channel. I just found you as I was researching how to smoke cigars. Your wife is awesome. It's amazing that she is willing to try this out with you. She is a keeper!
For the Scotch entry you should've gone for Glenmorangie 10. It's a soft, flavorful and slightly sweet Single malt that I've never found ANYONE saying that it's 'too rough'.
Hey Jeremy, I got into Whiskey and cigars a little over a year ago. I have enjoyed the walk. I have kept around the 20s price range just in case I don’t like something. I have been ready to move up around the 50 prices. So thank you for the list of suggestions. See you on the next round
I'm a beginner whiskey drinker and i immediately subscribed to your channel as soon as i saw this video. I love how Jeremy explains everything, interact with his wife and how the video was edited. It's funny and easy to watch. Now as for the whiskeys: i only tried the Redbreast (i love breasts too ;)) and the Balvenie Carribean Cask. They are indeed very good beginner whiskeys but the best beginner whiskey i tasted so far is the Mitchell & Son Green Spot Pot Still Whiskey. Very similar to the Redbreast (i bought both at the same time to compare) but for my taste the Green Spot is my favorite. Greetings from Belgium.
JS, I love Double Oak but in a virgin video I would have put Angel's Envy in its place. The rye is a great introduction to rye or the bourbon in place of the Double Oak. I agree with all of your other choices. I am an occasional peat head but that is definitely an acquired or rare flavor palate.
Woodford double oak is GOAT, lol, whiskey is the way! Breckinridge Rum cask would be an easy rec for beginners too! My fav ol’forester is 1920! And the single barrel!
The Redbreast 12 is good, but the 21 is much better. I would also recommend Midleton Very Rare 2017 or 2019. The 2019 is excellent. Another solid much less pricey Irish whiskey is Three Swallows from Powers. Switching things up a bit. I was in the hunt for a sipping rum and was fortunate finding a really nice offering from Mount Gay. It is the 1703 Master Select. Fun video as always!
I agree, I love Redbreast 12 and the cask strength. I did get a chuckle when you said you don't like Jameson, but only because they come from the same distillery. Haha
Just picked up Woodford reserve double Oaked today and OMG. That's a good step from "kick'n chick'n " which has been #1 for a sipper and mixer. New to whiskey so this is my first mid priced, very good burbon. Next is OF 1920. I like the 86 proof so I'm excited to try it next.
New to the channel. I have enjoyed the couple of videos that I've watched so far. I introduce the old forester 1870 before the 1910. I prefer the 1910, but I think the 1870 is more approachable for the beginner... I also love the Woodford double oaked, but I find it doesn't always go over with a new whiskey drinker... The mellower options seem to go over better in my experience... Buffalo Trace, Four Roses small batch, makers 46, Basil Hayden... The 80-95 proof sweetspot...
really good picks, definately start with lighter, less agressive tasting ones, and you two are really fun together. Whisky is definitely an acquired taste, never was able to drink anything straight until I tasted Suntory Toki and Hakushu, then I was able to move onto pretty much most Whiskys save the few REALLY aggressively peaty or woody ones.
Coconut oil is used for "Oil Pulling". It is a process that is alleged to reverse cavities and gum disease. Many people say it works. I have used it too. Im 64, it seems to dramatically improve my oral environment. IDK. I'm a doof.
3:47 don't get me wrong, but in my country, we long extra virgin greek olive oil, and we have to taste it on a warmly just baked piece of bread. And seriously the portion of olive oil is extreme for a small piece of bread, but of course not swishing it all over the mouth.
I'm also new at drinking whiskey I'm still training my pallet as i do tast some flavours but I do get a strong alcohol flavour on the fourfront, I've noticed so far I love scotch but I'm working threw tasting different types so could change
Wonderful video again. SMWS is simply the best. Visited the tasting rooms in Glasgow yesterday and picked up a couple of bottles. I've been a member for a number of years and would recommend it to anyone.
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Yeah Jeremy, you need to do more content with your wife. She brings something really awesome out of you. She’s also a lot of fun to watch as well.
I message on another video the same thing. That ''Ive never tasted wood'' segment was hilarious
Yes. This! ⬆️
She looks like a hostage in this video. Like she’s afraid to do something wrong. I hope it’s just nerves. If not, something else is going on there.
I find whiskeys are like bands… no matter what others say, your brain eventually figures out what’s right for you.
It’s great to watch whiskey reviews, I take something away from them.
The video that started my whiskey journey....over a 150 bottles later and I couldn't be happier. Red Breast 12 and OF 1910 got my wife into it too. Thank you.
I've heard some folks say OF changed recently too and lost its flavour. Do you think that's true?
@@Valefolken I do. I've had a couple bottles that that just didn't do it for me. Both 10 and 20. It's been hit or miss, and that's sad because I really really loved the original flavors.
The first time I tried Redbreast 12 was at my brother's wedding and I absolutely loved it , one of my favourites. My ultimate favourite is Lagavulin 16
She totally walked into the “I’ve never tasted wood”. LOVE IT!! Too funny.
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked has been my favorite whiskey for the last couple of years. Such an easy sipper and so well balanced. Very glad to see that on the list.
My wife got me into whiskey. Brought home a bottle of Compass Box Spice Tree after she did a blending class with John Glaser. Now we are both SMWS members and enjoy whiskey on the regular!
Back when I was in 3rd grade... when I was a novice whiskey boy I started with crown n coke or jack n coke. Now it's whiskey rocks for me(Turkey101) or Laguvillan 16 neat .
Glenmorange 10 yr old single malt original for me.
So are you in 6th grade now
I think lot of us start with Crown/Jack and Coke and then move up
Drinking Woodford Double Okaed for the first time as I type this. I get the vanilla and caramel notes but goodness does it taste like a stack of buttery maple syrup covered pancakes. Don’t even get any oak on this time around.
My wife is still my best friend, looks like yours is also. You two are great together! Please keep doing videos together.
19:00 At first I wasn’t into peated whisky at all, but now it’s an absolute favorite. I always want something very peaty in my cabinet. The great thing about a whisk(e)y journey is how your tastes change over time. Give me a Laphroaig 10 yr cask strength and I’m one HAPPY camper!!
You can't go wrong if you buy the 6 classic malts. Dalwhinnie, Talisker, Cragganmore, Oban, Lagavulin and Glenkinchie. Often available in a pack with small bottles of them to get an idea.
My wife and I found the fold together. Best thing ever!
You both should do more stuff together. Together you're funny AF LOL!
Agreed!!! POWER COUPLE RIGHT HERE!! 😎
That's what she said
Concur 100%!!!
Mine has been The Balvenie for the past 28 years. Ive tried lots, but thats the one I settled on. I only drink maybe a bottle a year these days, but still enjoy it when I do.
Jeremy, sir, the way you re-lighted your cigar... we're gonna have to talk about this.... but great video. The authenticity is always there.
My first taste of Whisky was Black Jack D. The first vottle i ever bought was Wild Turkey 84 proof. The first bottle I sipped and enjoyed (and thus began my hobby with Whisky) was Woodford Double Oak.
I am not a big Scotch drinker but I got the Balvenie 14 Caribbean Cask as a gift.....I love it.
The best Whiskey segment mate. Family time is Quality time. Thank you for introducing us to Mrs. JS.
Audience is getting bigger. Cowabunga.!
Woodford. Solid choice for anyone. So good. I have had that Redbreast, also great. A nice alternative to the Balvenie 14 Caribbean is the Glenlivet Caribbean cask.
For me i start with fruity stuffs, like perhaps Irish like teeling or bushmills, then proceed with sherries, peateds, and then finish off with one expensive vintage whisky (from a whisky bar)
like Springbanks or Bowmores, it changes my whisky palate journey once you hit those stuffs.
Dude, the two of you together just takes it to another level! Great back and forth and real-ness between you two that made this so awesome! Great job. Also, this will help with getting my wife into drinking whiskies with me. Thanks.
Can I just say, if anyone hasn't mentioned it yet, you have a very good guitar collection! Would love to see a video on that
Scotland:s single malt comes from so many regions and have so many different tastes so what not to like? They're sooooo good! My favorites comes from Islay!
My strategy to acclimate to the proof is to (gun reference as well) take a proof shot. I get the highest proof I have and start with a have shot and treat it like mouthwash. Except i dont waste it after swishing. After my “proof shot”, everything is way smoother and i can taste the flavors much more.
Finally a Jeremy Siers video! However having Allison on this one makes it great!! The chemistry between y’all is great, and makes the video so relatable to how my wife does when she sips whiskey
I always find that Woodford Double Oaked tastes like those Riesen candies while 1910 tastes like sipping barrel-aged Cherry Coke through Twizzlers. Redbreast I find to be the perfect test in whether someone likes whiskey; if someone says they don't like Redbreast then I don't think I can trust them lol
8:36 A Michael Scott reference goes well on any topic, and this video proves it
Woodford double-oaked is my go to sipper. It's always the first one I recommend.
If you like Rum Barrel whiskeys you gotta try Breckinridge Rum Cask finish bourbon. Also a good one for the newb. Cheers!!
I’ll keep an eye out. 😉👍🏻
Y’all two are amazing together!!!
for me i started with makers mark which i liked then i tried laphroiag and totally fell in love with it
Red Breast 12 cask is my favorite whiskey across the board
I don't know if you know, or have seen them, but on eBay, you can buy a whiskey glass with a moulded in 'lip' to hold a cigar! There are several available, and they are even available in the US. I might even get one myself?
Balvenie You’re thinking rum you’re thinking tropical you’re thinking absolutely right!!
With alcohol I want to know I'm drinking liquor so I choose the rye bourbon cuz I tell it's spicy with a hint of Carmel and the Smokey flavor is kicked out when it goes down
Hi Jeremy. It’s my birthday weekend, Aug 1 Sunday, 5-0!!! I trust you and and bought 4 of 5 from this video with my birthday money. Love your content, fan for years. I’m in Florida too. Redbreast Irish is my fav even though met my wife (Twenty five years!!!!) Edinburgh Scotland. Love you Sir!
I started with jim beam. Just go with it can't go wrong.
The banter between you both is excellent.
FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!! A whiskey review (Or 6 whiskeys for beginners). Love this content Jeremy!
One of the the RUclipsrs of all time, hands down
My favorites for inexpensive and accessible: Woodford Reserve, Maker’s Mark, Buffalo Trace and Old Forester
my suggestion to new comers of whiskey, is Michters American. Supper easy and to me tastes like cream soda. Great video.
My favorite whisky(s) is Teeling Small Batch and after that Jameson Small Batch....
I keep my Redbreast chilled, really like it that way!
I get strong maple from Double Oaked Woodford. Another great beginner bourbon is Wild Turkey Longbranch.
I have tried Woodford's single barrel n found it to be good n am currently drinking micters american whiskey which is also good
I love pretty much everything they put in a bottle. 😉👍🏻
My love of whiskey actually started with Port Charlotte heavily peated scotch. I was pretty "meh" on whiskey as a whole before, but when I tried that it really opened my eyes to just how wide the variety is in whiskey as a category. Now I've developed a much deeper appreciation for all sorts of whiskey.
Gold star for all the office references. Top notch material. Well done, good sir
The tropical vibe I get from rum finished whiskeys is usually coconut 🥥. Maybe that's what you were getting. 🤷🏼♂️
Do you ever add water to your glass? At the Whisky Museum in Edinburgh, the tasting stewards use a glass dropper to add a few drops to each sample. This opens the flavors by allowing oils to emerge. They don't do it any other way.
The Woodford DO is my go to. Love that stuff!
I decided to buy a bottle of bourbon a few nights ago (JB Black Extra-Aged). Hadn't drank spirits in over ten years but I think I'm gonna stick with it. It doesn't bloat and stretch my stomach out like beer does. 4-5 shots over the course of an evening is a perfect way to wind down before bed.
I know some whiskey heads don't like it but I got a couple beginner friends into whiskey with Wild Turkey Longbranch. It's sweet but very approachable, easy sipping
Yeah I’ve had it. Nothing much to dislike. Pretty easy sipping whiskey. 👍🏻
Give Wild Turkey Rare Breed a try. It’s a winner!
@@baaa4698 I love rare breed! Great value whiskey. Not sure if a barrel proof is ideal for beginners in general, but it might be a good entry to barrel proof bourbons since it isn't that high and doesn't drink that hot relatively speaking
Jeremy, love your channel. I just found you as I was researching how to smoke cigars. Your wife is awesome. It's amazing that she is willing to try this out with you. She is a keeper!
I picked up a bottle of redbreast 12 after watching this video. Its definitely my favorite whiskey right now.
The hat is off, Big A is back, and it's whiskey time! Gonna be a great one.
Allison is how I got my wife hooked on this channel. Just sayin lol
Niiiice! 😉👍🏻
For the Scotch entry you should've gone for Glenmorangie 10. It's a soft, flavorful and slightly sweet Single malt that I've never found ANYONE saying that it's 'too rough'.
Here in Paris, France, I just started my journey with Michter's single barrel rye, along with some Scottish peated whisky. Tastes great!
Hey Jeremy, I got into Whiskey and cigars a little over a year ago. I have enjoyed the walk. I have kept around the 20s price range just in case I don’t like something. I have been ready to move up around the 50 prices. So thank you for the list of suggestions. See you on the next round
Recently went to Scotland, tried a few bottles, slowly getting into the Whiskey life !
This channel is amazing, I've always loved my whiskey but i'm just getting into Cigars, Where has this channel been all my life.
The office references just make the whiskey content that much better!
Basil Hayden is always one I recommend for beginners.
Jeremy, have your wife on more often. The chemistry between you two is great.
Love Redbreast 12 but the cask strength is incredible!!
I fired up this video and happened to be drinking W Reserve Regular. Lots of maple and chocolate. Somewhat oily too.
I'm a beginner whiskey drinker and i immediately subscribed to your channel as soon as i saw this video.
I love how Jeremy explains everything, interact with his wife and how the video was edited.
It's funny and easy to watch.
Now as for the whiskeys: i only tried the Redbreast (i love breasts too ;)) and the Balvenie Carribean Cask.
They are indeed very good beginner whiskeys but the best beginner whiskey i tasted so far is the Mitchell & Son Green Spot Pot Still Whiskey.
Very similar to the Redbreast (i bought both at the same time to compare) but for my taste the Green Spot is my favorite.
Greetings from Belgium.
JS, I love Double Oak but in a virgin video I would have put Angel's Envy in its place. The rye is a great introduction to rye or the bourbon in place of the Double Oak. I agree with all of your other choices. I am an occasional peat head but that is definitely an acquired or rare flavor palate.
Jeremy I just got a bottle of double oaked WR….. what a game changer. Thank you sir
Woodford double oak is GOAT, lol, whiskey is the way! Breckinridge Rum cask would be an easy rec for beginners too! My fav ol’forester is 1920! And the single barrel!
The shots of the whiskey bottles are aesthetic af 😍😍😍😍
The Redbreast 12 is good, but the 21 is much better. I would also recommend Midleton Very Rare 2017 or 2019. The 2019 is excellent. Another solid much less pricey Irish whiskey is Three Swallows from Powers.
Switching things up a bit. I was in the hunt for a sipping rum and was fortunate finding a really nice offering from Mount Gay. It is the 1703 Master Select.
Fun video as always!
Just bought Balvenie Caribbean (95.00) 😢yesterday, trying it tomorrow night. Great reviews! I like the Angel Envy Rye also, nice smell great taste!
Green Spot Irish Whiskey is another nice Whiskey to start with.
Redbreast is most definitely the gateway whiskey to Irish whiskey and really the best thing coming out of Ireland.
Really digging the editing and photography on this one.
Thanks!
My first bottle of scotch is Balvenie 12 year. Started strong and gotta stay there now
Those transitions to highlight the bottles. 😍
The quality of video when presenting the bottle brands is amazing. It should be used for commercial lol
Good stuff. Was good to see your lady’s perspective. I just picked up two OF 1920’s and didn’t know to ask about 1910. Keep it comin’!
I agree, I love Redbreast 12 and the cask strength. I did get a chuckle when you said you don't like Jameson, but only because they come from the same distillery. Haha
Double Oaked is one of my faves!
Just picked up Woodford reserve double Oaked today and OMG. That's a good step from "kick'n chick'n " which has been #1 for a sipper and mixer. New to whiskey so this is my first mid priced, very good burbon. Next is OF 1920. I like the 86 proof so I'm excited to try it next.
New to the channel. I have enjoyed the couple of videos that I've watched so far.
I introduce the old forester 1870 before the 1910. I prefer the 1910, but I think the 1870 is more approachable for the beginner...
I also love the Woodford double oaked, but I find it doesn't always go over with a new whiskey drinker...
The mellower options seem to go over better in my experience... Buffalo Trace, Four Roses small batch, makers 46, Basil Hayden... The 80-95 proof sweetspot...
Basically if you are making them try it give them the best and smoothest stuff you have or can get your hands on based on your budget.
I just got 2 off your whisky coins today in fathersday gift👌🏻 they Are so cool looking. Tanks for a great channel💪🏻 All the Best from Denmark
Redbreast 12 is by far my go-to for introducing someone to whiskey
really good picks, definately start with lighter, less agressive tasting ones, and you two are really fun together. Whisky is definitely an acquired taste, never was able to drink anything straight until I tasted Suntory Toki and Hakushu, then I was able to move onto pretty much most Whiskys save the few REALLY aggressively peaty or woody ones.
Coconut oil is used for "Oil Pulling". It is a process that is alleged to reverse cavities and gum disease. Many people say it works. I have used it too. Im 64, it seems to dramatically improve my oral environment. IDK. I'm a doof.
3:47 don't get me wrong,
but in my country, we long extra virgin greek olive oil,
and we have to taste it on a warmly just baked piece of bread.
And seriously the portion of olive oil is extreme for a small piece of bread,
but of course not swishing it all over the mouth.
I’m here to check out the camera set up and learn about whiskey
All delicious options. I live in Colorado now, and I must say, CO is making some great whiskeys.
The Woodford Double Oaked is a very nice KSB! Maple/caramel, vanilla!
Redbreast 12 is fantastic.
Since you mentioned Ardbeg……
Ardbeg An Oa is Phenomenal!
Perfect way to enjoy my way home and first comment!
I'm also new at drinking whiskey I'm still training my pallet as i do tast some flavours but I do get a strong alcohol flavour on the fourfront, I've noticed so far I love scotch but I'm working threw tasting different types so could change
Great video. I love sitting on my patio having a whiskey, a good cigar and watching your videos! Cheers!
Wonderful video again. SMWS is simply the best. Visited the tasting rooms in Glasgow yesterday and picked up a couple of bottles. I've been a member for a number of years and would recommend it to anyone.
balvenie 12 single cask is really good must recommend one of my first and still a favourite