They helped me appreciate it much more. The pandemic and Whiskey Wright got me into whiskey. I've come to appreciate whiskey and other distilled spirits... Somehow I CAN'T get into Rye whiskey....
@@Da1Prophessor if you have the ability to snag a sample of the Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye, it is freaking fantastic. Rye is my least favorite type of whiskey, but man does that rye taste good.
@@davidgraf4840 I will definitely keep my eyes out for that one and give it a try. Thanks for the tip, we all know that is about exploration so I'm going to give it a try.
"a whiskey expert is only an expert on whiskey, you are an expert on yourself. No one knows what's perfect for you except for you, so if they pretend to be 'kindly' f*** them"
No, but they may have a more experiences palate and are able to get more out of a whisky and thus have a clearer picture of which is objectively more complex and higher quality. Palates evolve over time... Stuff I loved initially I don't love so much now and things I found more challenging I really appreciate now
I've been so lucky to live only an hour away from Irene's store. Visiting her store is a wonderful experience and I hope to have meet ups there JUST so people can taste and buy all the whiskey they could want at her location.
My advice: Find the best whiskey bar around you and become friends with the bartender there. If they have a decent selection you can get a real education by trying different styles on their menu, and if the bartender is knowledgeable you'll get a history and flavor profile right from their lips too.
I'm a beer guy and this is just good advise in general. get to be friends with the bartender, you treat them good, they'll treat you good. You will learn a lot and they will get a sense of what you like to not only recommend something that is in your wheelhouse but expand your taste by letting you taste other things they think you'll like.
I have to check my area to see if are any whiskey bars. The local Gastro pub I frequent is not very knowledgeable about cocktails. I had to instruct the bartender on how to make a Boulevardier. Fair play to him though, he wound up making a great cocktail.
Just try random ones every now and then until you find something you like. Once you find something you like then branch out to similar whiskeys in that category and try to differentiate between what you know you like and what you're willing to try.
1 get a bottle, anything will do at first, even the very poorly made ones will become useful references for appreciating the good stuff 2 get a nosing glass or a Glencairn 3 gently coat the walls of the glass, don't shake or swirl aggressively 4 spend a lot of time with it, nose it and learn to enjoy searching for the flavours and aromas, 1 personal experience is worth 100 videos watched 5 keep at it whilst remaining friendly to your budget and you will in time have amazing experiences 6 keeping it social and sharing the tastings with friends is priceless
Thank you to the whiskey tribe for helping me get into whiskey in the last year. I just want to give some feedback on what I have learned watching your videos and exploring whiskey. I also want to point out I have never liked whiskey until now. #1 drink your whiskey how you like it. I prefer mine on the rocks and I know some whiskey snobs might cringe at the thought of that but the most important thing is that you enjoy the whiskey your drinking. #2 find what type of whiskey you like and explore that category before venturing out because you will learn to appreciate it more. For example I started off liking Irish whiskey the most. So I explored all the different types of Irish whiskeys! Also Thanks for recommending redbreast 12 year old Irish whiskey, it is my favourite so far. #3 keep a whiskey journal with all the whiskeys you try and make notes on what you like or don’t like about each whiskey. This will help you figure out what you like! Thanks folks and keep on doing what your doing, I love your channel!
3-4 years ago i started my decent into whisky. I spiraled into buying 200 plus whiskies thanks to these 2 gentleman. At the time i was single and on the weekend id pick up a bottle and watch all the reviews i could find for it. Thats how i ran into the tribe. Rex was barely getting on board then. The vibe here in the tribe though i almost fet like i was in the room sipping with these 2. Glenmorangie, glenlivet, buffalo trace and eagle rare where the start!
In my early 20s I was a massive scotch nerd. I always drank out of a Glencairn glass, drank slowly, and rarely overindulged. Then around 23 I went through some really serious stuff; along with that, I started switching from scotches that were tasty and complex to whiskeys that were cheap, easy, and "got the job done". Watching y'all's section on health made me realize that being a whiskey nerd actually makes my relationship with alcohol *healthier*.
First bottle of whiskey I bought was $25 four roses and a guy told me it was garbage and needed to spend $200 on a bottle of (don’t remember name) it made me hesitate on buying but I told myself who cares what he thinks, there’s always someone to tell you you are wrong, just ignore them and explore what you can afford
I don’t even drink, yet I find your content so entertaining and informative. You have a wondrous sense of humor. This channel is so down to earth. I love it. Keep up the good work.
Hi I'm John and I'm a whiskey mooch and that has been the best thing that has let me expand my whiskey horizon. Find you that friend that has more cash to spend on whiskey and meet with them every 3 to 4 weeks and boom your in the right direction.
I started getting into whisk(e)y a little under half a year ago, and the Tribe has been a great resource for getting me into the hobby. To expand my horizons, I try to never buy the same bottle twice. At least for now.
As a barman in a whiskey bar, Roe & Co Irish is my go to introduction for people brand new to whiskey. I’ll then move them into scotch via Glenmorangie or Balvenie. Woodford is my go to introduction to bourbon. I’ll always pour in a glencairn and a separate glass with large ice cube so they can get a feel for what works for them and the difference the ice makes.
If I tried Woodford Reserve as my 1st Bourbon I'd steer clear of all Bourbon. Highly overrated & tasteless. Only can drink it mixed. The Four Roses Small Batch mentioned at the 1st bit of the video surpasses most Bourbon.
thanks for some of these tip guys! on the 29th i have a whiskey tasting webinar and i just got a Glencairn glass 5 diff 50ml bottles (makers, glenlivet 14yr, glenfiddich single malt 12 yr, elijah craig small batch, and slane triple cask) dropper, shot glasses and a mat. cant wait!
I got into it at a tasting, I had watched this channel and wasn't sure what I liked. Went to a local liquor store and asked to sample various things. That's when I discovered I liked Rye whiskey.
I’m still fairly new to whiskey but one thing I would suggest is buying miniature bottles to be able to try more brands. I was able to get 20 bottles for $50.
as a beginner whiskey drinker, i really really love having it with my ice spheres. i went to goodwill and got a rocks glass and it was like, a buck or something, and the sphere molds were around 10 or 15 bucks, so not really that much. me being a solo drinker, i really only spent 15 or 16 bucks on something that i can use to consume it. and as far as whiskeys go, i am a 25 year old who lives with my parents currently but i still drink whiskey because i enjoy it. dont let your living situation (unles you are homeless) let you down from trying new things. if you can, put 5 bucks to the side and wait per paycheck to save up for a bottle of something. me, i love sweet things. currently at the bottom of the bin is jim beam apple. i just love it. but it's always off the shelf at my local liquor store, but at a grocery store, it is almost always there. a bottle of jim beam apple is 15 bucks usually. really great apple flavor and it's sweet. some burn but it's a normal 80/40. ive only been into whiskey for around half a year now, and i am on the path to try new things. i bought some bird dog blackberry and im not tasting much blackberry in it. my friend recommended me to try some proper twelve because i said something about trying an irish and that was a 10 buck jump for me for a bottle of proper twelve. i think next after i try this is going to be a a double oak because supposedly it's sweet and it's fruity. ive been eyeballing that glenfiddich 12 but that is another price jump, so i wont go there exactly quite yet. i want to explore more in the realm im at first before i start "levelling up". i seriously thought that old times was the way to go but please, for the love of god, dont drink that rubbing alchohol. its just not my thing. too harsh, and its a seriously cheap bottom barrel bin literally cheap dollar store brand stuff. cheaper than fireball. (i also must say, this channel helped me get into it because yall are so funny and great. you two are serious best friends when you are making videos and i can tell that you two hang out, outside of these videos. i almost choked on the bird dog while watching it and the ending got me. nose burns ouch)
Look for a Gift Pack in your local Liquor/Grocery store that comes with a Glencairn if you want one, the packs are usually the same price as the bottle by itself.
Gentlemen. Thank you! This is a great video. I'm about two years into my whiskey journey. I've been fortunate to be steeped in beer culture, and that has helped me in my whiskey journey. But to have Sherpas like you guys, makes the journey so much more fun and rewarding. Thank you!
Just started my whiskey journey with Elijah Craig, Blantons, Eagle Rare, and Buffalo Trace. So far I'm enjoying it and thankful to the Whiskey Vault for the introduction
Larceny is a good introduction bourbon. Reasonably priced with interesting aroma and flavor. I was a bit spoiled as the first single malt I ever had was at a golf outing with a bunch of guys and one brought a bottle of Lagavulin 16. This was probably 2002 or 2003. He poured an ounce into a Red Solo Cup (pause for song in head), I smelled it and I was hooked. After the first sip my first words, Oh my God, that must be what they drink on Mount Olympus. Now I drink from every region and enjoy almost all of them.
Region availability is a big one; seeing a really nice Whisk(e)y online doesn't mean it'll be locally available for you, but that also doesn't mean there aren't approachable, complex, and highly recommended bottles produced and sold locally.
I love whisky it's the only alcohol drink that does not make me sick rum or any other alcohol gets me very drunk and sick whisky is fantastic and enjoyable and I feel great when I drink it and there are so many different delicious varieties it's just endless these guys thought me how to drink and respect whisky responsibly thanks .
Good job guys. They saved the most important part till the end and that is-fun. Make it about fun and enjoying the experience. If it turns out whiskey is not your thing after all,cool,go find something else that you do enjoy. Go at your own pace and never let anyone make you feel like you have to follow the herd. If you like or dislike something so be it even if no one else agrees. You do you,as long as it does not cross into harming someone else.Tip,you can try more if you buy small bottles. Once you find something you like you can buy bigger next time. Enjoy the journey.
The way I got in to whisky was I had kinda liked it for years, then I got a bottle from a Welsh distillery and I loved it, bottle barely last a week and I just kept buying them. After about 6 months I realised there was a whole world of whisky out there and delved into scotch.
Rex, running on treadmill and drinking is quality. As far as trying new stuff, the distillery scene here in NJ has been growing steadily. They often offer a flight of their products and knowledge from the source is always the best.
I find that the best way for me to go about exploring whiskey is to limit myself to one or two bottles tops a month. That was I can buy more expensive bottles or not and I get to fully explore these whiskey in different ways. I try the whiskey in cocktails , with ice and neat. I’d also recommend to keep a diary so you can go back and look.
I haven't watched the video yet. But I am planning on maybe starting my Whiskey journey, even though I've never really been able to develop my palate for anything (Alochol is so expensive in Australia), and this comment actually made me realise there's more I can do than I thought. I might not like a certain bottle neat, but I could like it on the rocks, or in a cocktail, etc. I was worried about wasting money on something I don't like, but with this I could get way more mileage out of any bottle.
On the exploration topic, I keep either Evan Williams BIB, Wild Turkey 101, or both on hand as my regular whiskeys and buy one or two higher priced bottles to try per month. The trick is to not finish those higher priced whiskeys too fast so I can actually build a collection lol.
Price varies wildly with region. Here in Australia I'd definitely say step one is dropping cash. $80 dollarydoos or so before you can be confident the reason you aren't enjoying the whisky is because you don't like whisky. Which is why I'd say go to a bar and don't just play lucky dip with a bottle. A mate of mine started by buying a bottle of A'bunadh Alba. Which was amazing for me, because he didn't like it. We take him to the bar and try weird new things, which broadens his horizons, but we haven't got him hooked on anything yet. So yea, try first, don't start by importing bottles of unobtanium.
A PacNW regional cafe chain, McMenamin's, offers whiskey flights, so a newbie can sample multiple whiskies at one time, comparing them closely. Until recently, I stocked Glenfiddich Solera and was pretty content about it. I kept a bottle of Laphroaig 10 to scare the noobs, but plied my friends with decent Speyside whisky. Then, I returned to Scotland after thirty years and got hooked on a slightly peated bottling (Highland Park Einar) that subsequently set off my collection of various Scotches. I've finally come to the point of expanding my social circle by inviting those acquaintances I know to be tipplers to join in depleting my collection (so I can try others, of course). I've collected enough that it is challenging my storage space. It feels good to give back.
watching this as i drink my 7th whisky at 2am and my other whisky mates have left our Australian lockdown whisky video chat. BTW, finally tried the Laphroaig 10 and a I freaking love it. As soon as Our government allows it, I'm planning on a a trip to Texas (have friends near Fort Worth). Hope to meet you guys. We always go by the number 1 rule. The best whisky is the whisky you like to drink, the way you like to drink it and we watch your videos during our whisky nights.
One of the things I look at now when I see price, is break it down to $ per oz (29.5ml). Holding myself to 1 oz pours (maybe 2-3 pours from different bottles in a sitting) has helped extend the budget and easier to buy a more expensive bottle. $75 bottle is $3 a pour.
Yes yes yes. Both my Grandfather and Father were both (and died so) alcoholics I do enjoy bourbon but I also always remember my genetics and tread very carefully.
Not a beginner thanks to you guys and years of d̶r̶i̶n̶k̶i̶n̶g̶ ̶a̶ ̶t̶o̶n̶ ̶o̶f̶ ̶w̶h̶i̶s̶k̶e̶y̶ ̶ ... "experience", but gonna watch and give this a "like" anyway
I remember seeing a documentary about Scotch and even the head guys running these big name distilleries were saying that there is a big diminishing return once you pass the $200 mark. Even bottles less than $100 can be some of the best bottles. A favorite Scotch of mine is the Ardbeg Ten and, where I live, you can get that for $50 a bottle and their Wee Beastie goes for around $40 and both, to me, are phenomenal whiskey. Bourbon around here is even cheaper. The highest priced Bourbon I normally see is around $60 a bottle and most are closer to $30 a bottle. (though, that's probably because I live in West Virginia and many bourbon brands come from Kentucky). You can spend a lot on a bottle of whiskey but it's not always going to mean you'll like it that's for sure. I do not feel like the Yamazaki 12 year I tried was worth the $175 I paid for it and on the other hand, the $100 I spent on the Lagavulin Nick Offerman Edition I felt was well worth it.
Four Roses was my first step outside of Jack Daniels. Just got into the Glen Livet and Glen Morangie more recently. Went to Lynchburg TN to visit the JD Distillery so naturally I'm on a JD kick at the moment.
before covid I attended a few classes at Total Wine. At this point I had a bit of experience under my belt, but was blown away by how professional and fun these were. I hope they start them up soon as they are a steal at 5 dollars. They book fast too.
@@Colyde25 Ah man. Late Happy Birthday and welcome to a great channel. Make sure to slip into the FB group! Always good stuff. Also, feel free to ask any of us questions. My recommendation on a hindsight....buy 50ml bottles to taste test if you can to get flavor profiles! Cheapest way to help train a palate. Also, know that it will change your cooking palate too!
As someone who usually has a glass of wine or a couple beers now and then, dosing was the trickiest part of getting into whiskey. It was very easy to get blasted more than I wanted to. It crept up really fast even though I was taking the tiniest little sips and it was hard to tell when I've had enough.
This may be THE quintessential Whiskey Tribe episode. It shows the love, the humor, the knowledge, and the accessibility of this channel. Added the links to all of the other essential episodes for easy reference? *Chef’s Kiss*
13:00 Wow, that was a real wake-up call for me. I've come to realize that although I do enjoy drinking, it has become an automatic habit for me whenever I get home. I didn't even realize that it had become just another routine, like putting my keys in the basket by the door. It's not even that I'm thinking "I can't wait for my Cutty Sark and Soda, or WT101 on the rocks." I just get home, grab a bottle, pour out a jigger and that's it. It's not like I drink a bunch, but it's not a deliberate choice.
Don’t forget to extend the pinky finger as you pour the whisky down your gullet as it improves the aerodynamics of the shot. And try smacking your lips to accentuate the intensity of the alcohol 🥃.
Oh wow, thanks for telling me how the glencairn works. The tumbler glass with 1 big rock is actually how I've drank mine for a long time. I use a sphere, but the effect is the same. I've always had almost no sense of smell and now that you've explained how the glencairn works I might have to pick up one just to see if I can experience what you're talking about. Thanks guys 👍
Highland - Islay - Irish - Rye - Bourbon . Price v Avail. Glass. Basics of Nose/Taste/Drinking. Ethics/community and How to drink your Whisk(e)y ... and how to get your friend to share their super rare expensive ones with you.... :) Perfect episode.
Chad & Sara from It's Bourbon Night did a series on 64 under $30. Great place to learn about the flavor profiles of multiple whiskeys to aid in finding something you like
I've gotten into whiskey through this channel, and haven't gotten far, but think I'm a bourbon guy. Tried stout cask Jameson and thought it was good, but was blown away by Buffalo Trace! It's so sweet and dark, I've been meaning to buy some other bourbons
@@coleciervo5454 I tried the Monkey Shoulder, and actually like Shackleton's better. Has a slight campfire smokiness which put it above the Monkey in my book. It's a few dollars cheaper also.
Great information video 👍 I'm into cognac but really started enjoying a high quality whiskey. Doing shots is simply stupid. Sipping whiskey is essential & not over powering. Thank You guys.
As far as budget whiskey goes, you can go slightly cheaper than $30 and get George Dickel sour mash for $20 and then they have other great flavors right around that same price point. I highly recommend checking them out to beginners that want to stay cheap while starting and to whiskey connoisseurs that know what they like as well and want something for a great price.
Found the channel through the "Are whiskey competitions rigged?" video recommended to me. I didn't even like alcohol before getting into the channel. Cheers MBs.
The Four Roses Small Batch actually is what got me to explore. Found out I'm a Rye guy though. Redemption Straight Rye is hands down the best under $30. Few straight rye & immortal rye, Hudson Manhattan rye & Woodinville 100% straight rye are my top of all time. Whistlepig & Oregon Spirit are highly overpriced but good.
Excellent video, this should be recommended viewing for anyone starting off. I really enjoyed a serious video with light banter during an "educational" video.
My journey started when I visited my family in Texas (great grandpa was a ww2 vet but left my great grandma in Europe) and while I was there I picked up a bottle of TX bourbon finished in sherry casks. First time ever trying bourbon and I was sold on it. Sucks tho that most of the American bourbons aren't available over here
Within the "Exploration" section, I've just gotta shout-out my favorite watering hole, the Whisk(e)y Bar in Ft. Collins CO. Around 1500 Bottles on the back bar.
The videos yall did with Modern Rogue helped me get over myself and finally take the plunge. I only have a couple bottles at a time, but watching those gave me the vocabulary to figure out what I like and what I want to try.
Try and find people to do a bottle share with and you can try more stuff at higher price and more often. Plus if you're with other friends you can compare with them and see what ya'll like. Plus it's community so that's always a plus.
Man these guys are the best. I am a recent MB and this is the video I was looking for. I want to go deeper into the whiskey world and these guys are my Jedi masters. Cheers.
You guys are awesome and have created a bit of a bourbon explorer. I recently picked up Michters American Unblended per your advise and wow. Thats some good affordable whiskey! Thanks guys for what you do!
@@RayD70 Same here. I tried Glenlivet 12 for the first time last year, and could not understand why it was so popular. Seemed rather blah to me. Pricier, but Classic Laddie with a few drops of water is the perfect unpeated Scotch for me...so far.
Sorry guys but Hello Fresh might work for some folks, but have tried them twice now and dropped them both times. 80.00+ bucks for 2-4 people a week and then to have subpar vegetables more often than not. Yah we went back to regular grocery shopping. Saved money and can get what i want.
How to get into whisky. 1) Buy a bottle of any brand of whisky. 2) Drink. 3) Did you like it? 4) Yes. Then buy the same brand of whisky, go back to 2) and repeat. 5) No. Then buy a different brand of whisky, go back to 2) and repeat.
Difficult for me to explore for having such a long work week and few days off and my rule of not drinking if I work the next day. Even still everyone here has helped me learn so much in this new world.
You can get a good bourbon for around $30. Buffalo Trace being one Cooper's Craft 100 proof being another. Scotch is going to be a little higher. Around $50 for a decent scotch, as in Highland Park 12 yr. Irish whiskey $40-$70. Jamson black barrel, Green Spot being my favorite. Just my opinion.
Cool to see some Source whisky from the Cardrona distillery in NZ over Daniel's right shoulder. I visited the distillery last year. Great products and jaw-dropping location.
I wish more people would talk about the small sample bottles in liquor stores. I've been able to try dozens of whiskeys for the cost of a few full-size bottles. (Unfortunately, not all brands come in sample sizes - no Buffalo Trace, for example).
Mike, I too have been becoming more of a fan of scotch. I'm starting to believe the low ABV is to allow for a bigger pour for longer social interactions with friends.
The content from both these channels is what made me enjoy and taste whiskey better!! Its fun grabbing a bottle and watching a video that talks about that exact whiskey, plus it helps me discover new flavors I'm not aware of yet!
Whiskey is not the means to an end. It isn't about getting drunk to hide from your troubles or insecurities. It's about exploring, learning, and appreciating the whiskey.
How about doing an episode about affordable whisky scotch blend? I only heard a few people doing it and years apart. I would really like to know how people think of this range of scotch whisky - popular but yet only a few talked about it.
Love this video, great info guys thank you. Wish I had seen this video when I first decided I wanted to get into and enjoy whiskey. I had no idea when I first started trying whiskeys that the reason I didn’t like the taste or smell was as simple as the glassware I was using and how I was drinking it. Now that I’ve learned what to use and how to drink it I thoroughly enjoy whiskey. And now I’m enjoying the different nose and flavor notes as well
In the beginning~ a serene presentation, and I love how quickly the stream flows into silliness (slipp(e)ry)~~~~ Laughter, (even on the inside), expands accessibility to learning something new as well as affirming what one already knows to be true (ala the Healthy bits of your video). #BestPractice
I’m pretty much a beginner whiskey lover, had some single malt scotches but like glen livet and aberfeldy. Tried a laphroaig 10 yesterday and I can still smell the peat 🤣 I kinda liked the smoke but wasn’t a fan of the iodine taste :p
I have a much lower tolerance to alcohol. But damn does whiskey make me want to drink more than I should. I tend to break out in hives after 2-3 small glasses, sometimes less. They'll go away in about 24 hours but it does leave an itch around my neck.
The Whisky Vault helped me get into whisk(e)y.
Yup. Still growing too
They helped me appreciate it much more. The pandemic and Whiskey Wright got me into whiskey. I've come to appreciate whiskey and other distilled spirits... Somehow I CAN'T get into Rye whiskey....
Yep me too my bank account is crying 😭
@@Da1Prophessor if you have the ability to snag a sample of the Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye, it is freaking fantastic. Rye is my least favorite type of whiskey, but man does that rye taste good.
@@davidgraf4840 I will definitely keep my eyes out for that one and give it a try. Thanks for the tip, we all know that is about exploration so I'm going to give it a try.
Always remember, every whisk(e)y expert is only an expert on their opinion. No one can know more than you do about what you like or don't like.
That's true
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"a whiskey expert is only an expert on whiskey, you are an expert on yourself. No one knows what's perfect for you except for you, so if they pretend to be 'kindly' f*** them"
Different types of men & their different types of choice and love on whiskey.
No, but they may have a more experiences palate and are able to get more out of a whisky and thus have a clearer picture of which is objectively more complex and higher quality. Palates evolve over time... Stuff I loved initially I don't love so much now and things I found more challenging I really appreciate now
I've been so lucky to live only an hour away from Irene's store. Visiting her store is a wonderful experience and I hope to have meet ups there JUST so people can taste and buy all the whiskey they could want at her location.
My advice: Find the best whiskey bar around you and become friends with the bartender there. If they have a decent selection you can get a real education by trying different styles on their menu, and if the bartender is knowledgeable you'll get a history and flavor profile right from their lips too.
I'm a beer guy and this is just good advise in general. get to be friends with the bartender, you treat them good, they'll treat you good. You will learn a lot and they will get a sense of what you like to not only recommend something that is in your wheelhouse but expand your taste by letting you taste other things they think you'll like.
do i have to kiss them for history and flavor profile knowledge 😩 i’d do it if the bartender is a girl
Yes. Come to my bar and be my friend
@@JasonFisk this sounds like the Godfather. Be my friend or ...
I have to check my area to see if are any whiskey bars. The local Gastro pub I frequent is not very knowledgeable about cocktails. I had to instruct the bartender on how to make a Boulevardier. Fair play to him though, he wound up making a great cocktail.
Just try random ones every now and then until you find something you like. Once you find something you like then branch out to similar whiskeys in that category and try to differentiate between what you know you like and what you're willing to try.
1 get a bottle, anything will do at first, even the very poorly made ones will become useful references for appreciating the good stuff
2 get a nosing glass or a Glencairn
3 gently coat the walls of the glass, don't shake or swirl aggressively
4 spend a lot of time with it, nose it and learn to enjoy searching for the flavours and aromas, 1 personal experience is worth 100 videos watched
5 keep at it whilst remaining friendly to your budget and you will in time have amazing experiences
6 keeping it social and sharing the tastings with friends is priceless
So.... how many takes did that first shot need banging the cork out of the Redbreast without breaking flow?
Thank you to the whiskey tribe for helping me get into whiskey in the last year. I just want to give some feedback on what I have learned watching your videos and exploring whiskey. I also want to point out I have never liked whiskey until now. #1 drink your whiskey how you like it. I prefer mine on the rocks and I know some whiskey snobs might cringe at the thought of that but the most important thing is that you enjoy the whiskey your drinking. #2 find what type of whiskey you like and explore that category before venturing out because you will learn to appreciate it more. For example I started off liking Irish whiskey the most. So I explored all the different types of Irish whiskeys! Also Thanks for recommending redbreast 12 year old Irish whiskey, it is my favourite so far. #3 keep a whiskey journal with all the whiskeys you try and make notes on what you like or don’t like about each whiskey. This will help you figure out what you like! Thanks folks and keep on doing what your doing, I love your channel!
very informational, thank you!
3-4 years ago i started my decent into whisky. I spiraled into buying 200 plus whiskies thanks to these 2 gentleman. At the time i was single and on the weekend id pick up a bottle and watch all the reviews i could find for it. Thats how i ran into the tribe. Rex was barely getting on board then. The vibe here in the tribe though i almost fet like i was in the room sipping with these 2. Glenmorangie, glenlivet, buffalo trace and eagle rare where the start!
In my early 20s I was a massive scotch nerd. I always drank out of a Glencairn glass, drank slowly, and rarely overindulged. Then around 23 I went through some really serious stuff; along with that, I started switching from scotches that were tasty and complex to whiskeys that were cheap, easy, and "got the job done". Watching y'all's section on health made me realize that being a whiskey nerd actually makes my relationship with alcohol *healthier*.
First bottle of whiskey I bought was $25 four roses and a guy told me it was garbage and needed to spend $200 on a bottle of (don’t remember name) it made me hesitate on buying but I told myself who cares what he thinks, there’s always someone to tell you you are wrong, just ignore them and explore what you can afford
Emma just unknowingly completed the 17th step of Whiskey Assassin training by balancing that Glencairn
I don’t even drink, yet I find your content so entertaining and informative. You have a wondrous sense of humor. This channel is so down to earth. I love it. Keep up the good work.
Hi I'm John and I'm a whiskey mooch and that has been the best thing that has let me expand my whiskey horizon. Find you that friend that has more cash to spend on whiskey and meet with them every 3 to 4 weeks and boom your in the right direction.
I started getting into whisk(e)y a little under half a year ago, and the Tribe has been a great resource for getting me into the hobby. To expand my horizons, I try to never buy the same bottle twice. At least for now.
As a barman in a whiskey bar, Roe & Co Irish is my go to introduction for people brand new to whiskey. I’ll then move them into scotch via Glenmorangie or Balvenie. Woodford is my go to introduction to bourbon. I’ll always pour in a glencairn and a separate glass with large ice cube so they can get a feel for what works for them and the difference the ice makes.
Can I throw a couple-three more agrees on this..?
@@harryparmley1193 no . Only 1. Whiskeys are huge topic
If I tried Woodford Reserve as my 1st Bourbon I'd steer clear of all Bourbon. Highly overrated & tasteless. Only can drink it mixed. The Four Roses Small Batch mentioned at the 1st bit of the video surpasses most Bourbon.
FYI. The Four Roses small batch you have there is about $50 a bottle. That’s the select, not the standard small batch
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Came here looking for this comment. I picked up a bottle around Christmas. It’s $63 in my area.
Any 4 roses good...
Four Roses is on my list to try but $80 where i live smh
Me and my boys are new to this and we thank you for all you do to educate all of us. Love you brothers. The Dillards from Wenatchee WA.
thanks for some of these tip guys! on the 29th i have a whiskey tasting webinar and i just got a Glencairn glass 5 diff 50ml bottles (makers, glenlivet 14yr, glenfiddich single malt 12 yr, elijah craig small batch, and slane triple cask) dropper, shot glasses and a mat. cant wait!
I got into it at a tasting, I had watched this channel and wasn't sure what I liked. Went to a local liquor store and asked to sample various things. That's when I discovered I liked Rye whiskey.
That quick drone shot view of the explosion took me by such surprise that I laughed for a good 5 straight minutes.
I’m still fairly new to whiskey but one thing I would suggest is buying miniature bottles to be able to try more brands. I was able to get 20 bottles for $50.
The miniature suggestion is one that we didn’t say, but I’ve seen it multiple times in the comments and I think it’s brilliant
as a beginner whiskey drinker, i really really love having it with my ice spheres. i went to goodwill and got a rocks glass and it was like, a buck or something, and the sphere molds were around 10 or 15 bucks, so not really that much. me being a solo drinker, i really only spent 15 or 16 bucks on something that i can use to consume it. and as far as whiskeys go, i am a 25 year old who lives with my parents currently but i still drink whiskey because i enjoy it. dont let your living situation (unles you are homeless) let you down from trying new things. if you can, put 5 bucks to the side and wait per paycheck to save up for a bottle of something. me, i love sweet things. currently at the bottom of the bin is jim beam apple. i just love it. but it's always off the shelf at my local liquor store, but at a grocery store, it is almost always there. a bottle of jim beam apple is 15 bucks usually. really great apple flavor and it's sweet. some burn but it's a normal 80/40. ive only been into whiskey for around half a year now, and i am on the path to try new things. i bought some bird dog blackberry and im not tasting much blackberry in it. my friend recommended me to try some proper twelve because i said something about trying an irish and that was a 10 buck jump for me for a bottle of proper twelve. i think next after i try this is going to be a a double oak because supposedly it's sweet and it's fruity. ive been eyeballing that glenfiddich 12 but that is another price jump, so i wont go there exactly quite yet. i want to explore more in the realm im at first before i start "levelling up". i seriously thought that old times was the way to go but please, for the love of god, dont drink that rubbing alchohol. its just not my thing. too harsh, and its a seriously cheap bottom barrel bin literally cheap dollar store brand stuff. cheaper than fireball. (i also must say, this channel helped me get into it because yall are so funny and great. you two are serious best friends when you are making videos and i can tell that you two hang out, outside of these videos. i almost choked on the bird dog while watching it and the ending got me. nose burns ouch)
I hear crown peach is really good.
Look for a Gift Pack in your local Liquor/Grocery store that comes with a Glencairn if you want one, the packs are usually the same price as the bottle by itself.
Gentlemen. Thank you! This is a great video. I'm about two years into my whiskey journey. I've been fortunate to be steeped in beer culture, and that has helped me in my whiskey journey. But to have Sherpas like you guys, makes the journey so much more fun and rewarding. Thank you!
Just started my whiskey journey with Elijah Craig, Blantons, Eagle Rare, and Buffalo Trace. So far I'm enjoying it and thankful to the Whiskey Vault for the introduction
Kudos to Emma for balancing the Glencarin on her head!
Larceny is a good introduction bourbon. Reasonably priced with interesting aroma and flavor. I was a bit spoiled as the first single malt I ever had was at a golf outing with a bunch of guys and one brought a bottle of Lagavulin 16. This was probably 2002 or 2003. He poured an ounce into a Red Solo Cup (pause for song in head), I smelled it and I was hooked. After the first sip my first words, Oh my God, that must be what they drink on Mount Olympus. Now I drink from every region and enjoy almost all of them.
Region availability is a big one; seeing a really nice Whisk(e)y online doesn't mean it'll be locally available for you, but that also doesn't mean there aren't approachable, complex, and highly recommended bottles produced and sold locally.
Just order it online.
@@hetmonster2 Not an option for everyone. Some states have quite draconian laws.
@@hetmonster2 Living in Australia makes this a massively unrealistic option for me personally.
I love whisky it's the only alcohol drink that does not make me sick rum or any other alcohol gets me very drunk and sick whisky is fantastic and enjoyable and I feel great when I drink it and there are so many different delicious varieties it's just endless these guys thought me how to drink and respect whisky responsibly thanks .
Good job guys. They saved the most important part till the end and that is-fun. Make it about fun and enjoying the experience. If it turns out whiskey is not your thing after all,cool,go find something else that you do enjoy. Go at your own pace and never let anyone make you feel like you have to follow the herd. If you like or dislike something so be it even if no one else agrees. You do you,as long as it does not cross into harming someone else.Tip,you can try more if you buy small bottles. Once you find something you like you can buy bigger next time. Enjoy the journey.
The way I got in to whisky was I had kinda liked it for years, then I got a bottle from a Welsh distillery and I loved it, bottle barely last a week and I just kept buying them. After about 6 months I realised there was a whole world of whisky out there and delved into scotch.
Rex, running on treadmill and drinking is quality.
As far as trying new stuff, the distillery scene here in NJ has been growing steadily. They often offer a flight of their products and knowledge from the source is always the best.
I find that the best way for me to go about exploring whiskey is to limit myself to one or two bottles tops a month. That was I can buy more expensive bottles or not and I get to fully explore these whiskey in different ways. I try the whiskey in cocktails , with ice and neat. I’d also recommend to keep a diary so you can go back and look.
I haven't watched the video yet. But I am planning on maybe starting my Whiskey journey, even though I've never really been able to develop my palate for anything (Alochol is so expensive in Australia), and this comment actually made me realise there's more I can do than I thought. I might not like a certain bottle neat, but I could like it on the rocks, or in a cocktail, etc. I was worried about wasting money on something I don't like, but with this I could get way more mileage out of any bottle.
On the exploration topic, I keep either Evan Williams BIB, Wild Turkey 101, or both on hand as my regular whiskeys and buy one or two higher priced bottles to try per month. The trick is to not finish those higher priced whiskeys too fast so I can actually build a collection lol.
Price varies wildly with region. Here in Australia I'd definitely say step one is dropping cash. $80 dollarydoos or so before you can be confident the reason you aren't enjoying the whisky is because you don't like whisky. Which is why I'd say go to a bar and don't just play lucky dip with a bottle.
A mate of mine started by buying a bottle of A'bunadh Alba. Which was amazing for me, because he didn't like it. We take him to the bar and try weird new things, which broadens his horizons, but we haven't got him hooked on anything yet. So yea, try first, don't start by importing bottles of unobtanium.
Nice my 21 is coming up in 36 days so this is almost perfect timing
A PacNW regional cafe chain, McMenamin's, offers whiskey flights, so a newbie can sample multiple whiskies at one time, comparing them closely.
Until recently, I stocked Glenfiddich Solera and was pretty content about it. I kept a bottle of Laphroaig 10 to scare the noobs, but plied my friends with decent Speyside whisky. Then, I returned to Scotland after thirty years and got hooked on a slightly peated bottling (Highland Park Einar) that subsequently set off my collection of various Scotches. I've finally come to the point of expanding my social circle by inviting those acquaintances I know to be tipplers to join in depleting my collection (so I can try others, of course). I've collected enough that it is challenging my storage space. It feels good to give back.
watching this as i drink my 7th whisky at 2am and my other whisky mates have left our Australian lockdown whisky video chat. BTW, finally tried the Laphroaig 10 and a I freaking love it.
As soon as Our government allows it, I'm planning on a a trip to Texas (have friends near Fort Worth). Hope to meet you guys. We always go by the number 1 rule. The best whisky is the whisky you like to drink, the way you like to drink it and we watch your videos during our whisky nights.
One of the things I look at now when I see price, is break it down to $ per oz (29.5ml). Holding myself to 1 oz pours (maybe 2-3 pours from different bottles in a sitting) has helped extend the budget and easier to buy a more expensive bottle. $75 bottle is $3 a pour.
Yes yes yes. Both my Grandfather and Father were both (and died so) alcoholics I do enjoy bourbon but I also always remember my genetics and tread very carefully.
Not a beginner thanks to you guys and years of d̶r̶i̶n̶k̶i̶n̶g̶ ̶a̶ ̶t̶o̶n̶ ̶o̶f̶ ̶w̶h̶i̶s̶k̶e̶y̶ ̶ ... "experience", but gonna watch and give this a "like" anyway
As of November I can officially also say "years" of "experience", and largely also thanks to these guys.
I remember seeing a documentary about Scotch and even the head guys running these big name distilleries were saying that there is a big diminishing return once you pass the $200 mark. Even bottles less than $100 can be some of the best bottles. A favorite Scotch of mine is the Ardbeg Ten and, where I live, you can get that for $50 a bottle and their Wee Beastie goes for around $40 and both, to me, are phenomenal whiskey.
Bourbon around here is even cheaper. The highest priced Bourbon I normally see is around $60 a bottle and most are closer to $30 a bottle. (though, that's probably because I live in West Virginia and many bourbon brands come from Kentucky). You can spend a lot on a bottle of whiskey but it's not always going to mean you'll like it that's for sure. I do not feel like the Yamazaki 12 year I tried was worth the $175 I paid for it and on the other hand, the $100 I spent on the Lagavulin Nick Offerman Edition I felt was well worth it.
Four Roses was my first step outside of Jack Daniels. Just got into the Glen Livet and Glen Morangie more recently. Went to Lynchburg TN to visit the JD Distillery so naturally I'm on a JD kick at the moment.
before covid I attended a few classes at Total Wine. At this point I had a bit of experience under my belt, but was blown away by how professional and fun these were. I hope they start them up soon as they are a steal at 5 dollars. They book fast too.
Someone who turned 21 over quarantine I hope so too!
@@Colyde25 Ah man. Late Happy Birthday and welcome to a great channel. Make sure to slip into the FB group! Always good stuff. Also, feel free to ask any of us questions. My recommendation on a hindsight....buy 50ml bottles to taste test if you can to get flavor profiles! Cheapest way to help train a palate. Also, know that it will change your cooking palate too!
@@paladonis Thanks for the tips. will do
As someone who usually has a glass of wine or a couple beers now and then, dosing was the trickiest part of getting into whiskey. It was very easy to get blasted more than I wanted to. It crept up really fast even though I was taking the tiniest little sips and it was hard to tell when I've had enough.
This may be THE quintessential Whiskey Tribe episode. It shows the love, the humor, the knowledge, and the accessibility of this channel. Added the links to all of the other essential episodes for easy reference? *Chef’s Kiss*
This is the number one channel for anyone wishing to get into the wonderful world of whisk(e)y!
It says “ How to get into whiskey “. 1st , get a barrel that you can fit in and a pair of swim trunks.
Step 2: hold your breath.
13:00 Wow, that was a real wake-up call for me. I've come to realize that although I do enjoy drinking, it has become an automatic habit for me whenever I get home. I didn't even realize that it had become just another routine, like putting my keys in the basket by the door. It's not even that I'm thinking "I can't wait for my Cutty Sark and Soda, or WT101 on the rocks." I just get home, grab a bottle, pour out a jigger and that's it. It's not like I drink a bunch, but it's not a deliberate choice.
Don’t forget to extend the pinky finger as you pour the whisky down your gullet as it improves the aerodynamics of the shot. And try smacking your lips to accentuate the intensity of the alcohol 🥃.
Which is the best whiskey
@@kirilmihaylov1934 according to The Whisky Moocher’s Handbook the BEST whisky is the one that someone else paid for.
@@ErikWaitWhiskyStudies that's about money
For lip smacking creds watch Fred Minnick...lol
Oh wow, thanks for telling me how the glencairn works. The tumbler glass with 1 big rock is actually how I've drank mine for a long time. I use a sphere, but the effect is the same. I've always had almost no sense of smell and now that you've explained how the glencairn works I might have to pick up one just to see if I can experience what you're talking about. Thanks guys 👍
Highland - Islay - Irish - Rye - Bourbon . Price v Avail. Glass. Basics of Nose/Taste/Drinking. Ethics/community and How to drink your Whisk(e)y ... and how to get your friend to share their super rare expensive ones with you.... :) Perfect episode.
Whiskey friends are awesome! We all purchased sample bottles and exchange whiskey samples all the time
Chad & Sara from It's Bourbon Night did a series on 64 under $30. Great place to learn about the flavor profiles of multiple whiskeys to aid in finding something you like
I've gotten into whiskey through this channel, and haven't gotten far, but think I'm a bourbon guy. Tried stout cask Jameson and thought it was good, but was blown away by Buffalo Trace! It's so sweet and dark, I've been meaning to buy some other bourbons
Try scotch
@@kirilmihaylov1934 That's next on the list! Gonna get some good old monkey shoulder when I go to walmart next haha
@@coleciervo5454 I tried the Monkey Shoulder, and actually like Shackleton's better. Has a slight campfire smokiness which put it above the Monkey in my book. It's a few dollars cheaper also.
@@leeknowlton7303 ooooo I haven't heard of Shackleton's, I'll give that a look! Thanks
Great information video 👍 I'm into cognac but really started enjoying a high quality whiskey. Doing shots is simply stupid. Sipping whiskey is essential & not over powering. Thank You guys.
As far as budget whiskey goes, you can go slightly cheaper than $30 and get George Dickel sour mash for $20 and then they have other great flavors right around that same price point. I highly recommend checking them out to beginners that want to stay cheap while starting and to whiskey connoisseurs that know what they like as well and want something for a great price.
I love Repeal Burgers at the Virginia Beach ocean front. You want your bourbon neat you get a glen and you can order pours that are hard to find.
This is the least gatekeeping video I could have asked for. I am so glad for that
I normally hate it when its at time, but the whiskey snob bit on Hello Fresh was FAF.
Found the channel through the "Are whiskey competitions rigged?" video recommended to me. I didn't even like alcohol before getting into the channel. Cheers MBs.
The Four Roses Small Batch actually is what got me to explore. Found out I'm a Rye guy though. Redemption Straight Rye is hands down the best under $30. Few straight rye & immortal rye, Hudson Manhattan rye & Woodinville 100% straight rye are my top of all time. Whistlepig & Oregon Spirit are highly overpriced but good.
Still looking for that Woodinville Rye in Michigan. I think I saw it in a barrel proof once, but too many $$$.
Redemption High Rye Bourbon can be good.
Excellent video, this should be recommended viewing for anyone starting off. I really enjoyed a serious video with light banter during an "educational" video.
Just paid $64.00 yesterday for a bottle of the best Islay peated I've ever had. Pioneer makes some great whisky.
Check goodwill and secondhand stores for glencairns.
My journey started when I visited my family in Texas (great grandpa was a ww2 vet but left my great grandma in Europe) and while I was there I picked up a bottle of TX bourbon finished in sherry casks. First time ever trying bourbon and I was sold on it. Sucks tho that most of the American bourbons aren't available over here
Whiskey Tribe: Have a dry week for your health.
Tommy Shelby:
Within the "Exploration" section, I've just gotta shout-out my favorite watering hole, the Whisk(e)y Bar in Ft. Collins CO. Around 1500 Bottles on the back bar.
I bought the bar I frequent the glencarins he has there.
The videos yall did with Modern Rogue helped me get over myself and finally take the plunge. I only have a couple bottles at a time, but watching those gave me the vocabulary to figure out what I like and what I want to try.
Try and find people to do a bottle share with and you can try more stuff at higher price and more often. Plus if you're with other friends you can compare with them and see what ya'll like. Plus it's community so that's always a plus.
Man these guys are the best. I am a recent MB and this is the video I was looking for. I want to go deeper into the whiskey world and these guys are my Jedi masters. Cheers.
You guys are awesome and have created a bit of a bourbon explorer. I recently picked up Michters American Unblended per your advise and wow. Thats some good affordable whiskey! Thanks guys for what you do!
Still looking for that American in Michigan.
The Glenmorangie Original is on par with Glenlivet
I'd rate it far above Glenlivet. But I just never could like Glenlivet. To each their own.
@@RayD70 i was speaking of price and quality. As for taste glenmorangie is far superior to me.
@@thegreatwalrus153 agreed.
@@RayD70 Balvenie Double Wood is my favorite, but Glenmorangie in Sherry barrels was good.
@@RayD70 Same here. I tried Glenlivet 12 for the first time last year, and could not understand why it was so popular. Seemed rather blah to me. Pricier, but Classic Laddie with a few drops of water is the perfect unpeated Scotch for me...so far.
Says Four Roses small batch, sets out Four Roses small batch select. Not $30.
Noticed the same thing
Saw that too
Weak Sauce... with chill filtration and added color
@@robzilla69 Me, three.
Yup. I always have a bottle of this on hand, though. My favorite Four Roses option.
Sorry guys but Hello Fresh might work for some folks, but have tried them twice now and dropped them both times. 80.00+ bucks for 2-4 people a week and then to have subpar vegetables more often than not. Yah we went back to regular grocery shopping. Saved money and can get what i want.
Important rule: whisky does not get linearly better the more you pay. Diminishing returns start hard after £100.
How to get into whisky.
1) Buy a bottle of any brand of whisky.
2) Drink.
3) Did you like it?
4) Yes. Then buy the same brand of whisky, go back to 2) and repeat.
5) No. Then buy a different brand of whisky, go back to 2) and repeat.
Poor Emma, she was just working peacefully and then these 2 arrived. She looks so focused to try to keep it together xD
Difficult for me to explore for having such a long work week and few days off and my rule of not drinking if I work the next day. Even still everyone here has helped me learn so much in this new world.
That was one of the most boss openings.
You can get a good bourbon for around $30. Buffalo Trace being one Cooper's Craft 100 proof being another. Scotch is going to be a little higher. Around $50 for a decent scotch, as in Highland Park 12 yr. Irish whiskey $40-$70. Jamson black barrel, Green Spot being my favorite. Just my opinion.
my first whiskey was monkey shoulder and my second bottle is going to be hibiki harmony. these are the ones im going to learn whiskey with for now :)
Cool to see some Source whisky from the Cardrona distillery in NZ over Daniel's right shoulder. I visited the distillery last year. Great products and jaw-dropping location.
That bottle of Four Roses Small Batch Select in the video cost $55-$60
I wish more people would talk about the small sample bottles in liquor stores. I've been able to try dozens of whiskeys for the cost of a few full-size bottles. (Unfortunately, not all brands come in sample sizes - no Buffalo Trace, for example).
Glenlivet is my go to scotch.
Mike, I too have been becoming more of a fan of scotch. I'm starting to believe the low ABV is to allow for a bigger pour for longer social interactions with friends.
The content from both these channels is what made me enjoy and taste whiskey better!! Its fun grabbing a bottle and watching a video that talks about that exact whiskey, plus it helps me discover new flavors I'm not aware of yet!
Whiskey is not the means to an end. It isn't about getting drunk to hide from your troubles or insecurities. It's about exploring, learning, and appreciating the whiskey.
I love Ardbeg (40$), and I love Lagavulin Offerman Guinness casks (80$).
That hello fresh skit was surprisingly amazing
How about doing an episode about affordable whisky scotch blend? I only heard a few people doing it and years apart. I would really like to know how people think of this range of scotch whisky - popular but yet only a few talked about it.
Let me start with a few famous blend:
Famous Grouse
Black & White
VAT 69
Ballantine's 12
Scottish Leader
Love this video, great info guys thank you. Wish I had seen this video when I first decided I wanted to get into and enjoy whiskey. I had no idea when I first started trying whiskeys that the reason I didn’t like the taste or smell was as simple as the glassware I was using and how I was drinking it. Now that I’ve learned what to use and how to drink it I thoroughly enjoy whiskey. And now I’m enjoying the different nose and flavor notes as well
In the beginning~
a serene presentation, and I love how quickly the stream flows into silliness (slipp(e)ry)~~~~
Laughter, (even on the inside), expands accessibility to learning something new as well as affirming
what one already knows to be true (ala the Healthy bits of your video). #BestPractice
Thank y’all!!!!
Here in Pennsylvania, the Four Roses is $60 and the Glenlivet 12 is $53.
That opening cork trick was smoooth!
I’m pretty much a beginner whiskey lover, had some single malt scotches but like glen livet and aberfeldy. Tried a laphroaig 10 yesterday and I can still smell the peat 🤣 I kinda liked the smoke but wasn’t a fan of the iodine taste :p
I have a much lower tolerance to alcohol. But damn does whiskey make me want to drink more than I should. I tend to break out in hives after 2-3 small glasses, sometimes less. They'll go away in about 24 hours but it does leave an itch around my neck.