My birthday will never die and I will always have a party for the sole reason I have a friend that owns a liquor store and gives me a bottle to match age (or as close as possible to it) as a gift every year. I'm hoping this adds to my mooch level.
As a massive fan of the band, I was equal parts worried (because celebrity branded products are often... well... not so great) and excited (because I know that they never put out something that they don’t wholeheartedly believe in) - and I have to say, it is one of my favorite whiskeys I’ve ever had
Just figured I'd throw this comment on here to let you know you created a monster. A pair of them actually. A couple weeks ago one of your videos popped up in my recommendations and I watched it...then another and another and so on. Even got my wife watching them. Now I've never been a big whisky drinker or anything but always have a bottle of cheap stuff around. Jamison or Pendleton and it usually last a couple years to give you an idea of how much I drink it. Well you guys just changed that. I had no idea there was more to whisky than just shots and mixed drinks. Thank you for opening my eyes to this. After binge watching a ton of your videos I decided I better order something better than what I had on hand. I put in an online order for Nikka yoichi, dalmore 12, dalmore 15 and monkey shoulder. And then my wife and I got impatient and just went down to the liquor store and picked up a bottle of Balvenie Caribbean cask 14 and a bottle of Nikka coffee grain. We are both having fun trying to see what we smell and taste in these and obviously have a ways to go with training our senses to pick up on subtle smells and taste. Anyways we are enjoying your videos tremendously and I just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to do these videos and opening our eyes to this whole new world of whisky.
I won't send b-day wishes to Daniel, but, I will say thank you. I appreciate the time that you have given to the Tribe and those who admire your work. You have done a great service to us with the years you have been given.
I don't understand that. Even if Metallica isn't your favorite band...they were the biggest metal band of the 80s and you'd think a guitar instructor would really study their playing. But hey, different strokes for different folks.
It's my 21st tomorrow (4th) it's good to know that rex approves I can celebrate. On another note, let this wonderful community never ever forget that Daniels birthday is the 3rd of December. Put it in your calendars, and this time next year we shall wish the hell out of him for his birthday. Let it be so.
New York distillieries, in addition to Kings County and Hudson: Coppersea (they're in the Hudson Valley and they make a mean rye as well as other whiskeys too), New York Distilling Co. (they're in Brooklyn and they make several ryes and gins, really nice stuff), Widow Jane (also in Brooklyn and they make a bourbon and rye), Van Brunt Distillery (also in Brooklyn, not far from Widow Jane--I really like their "American Whiskey", which I think was made from mostly wheat and barley). That's a good start I think! I'm from New York and I love what's been happening over here as far as craft whiskey goes. There's been n actual movement to brand the idea of an "Empire Rye", due to the prominence of the grain in the state of New York.
I already love the beers released by Iron Maiden, Megadeth, and anthrax. I didn't know this existed but I'm probably going to have to pick a bottle of this up.
A musician who never listened to Metallica? Daniel you never fail to surprise me! I'm gonna try this whiskey because I'm curious about the "music impacting whiskey aging" thing, could be just a rumor but who knows.. Plus because it's creator is highly regarded!
Van Brunt Stillhouse distillery in Brooklyn, NY, very different from anything else I've tasted, they really bring out the taste of the grains used for their whiskies.
Not sure if it has already been mentioned in the comments, but there is a great distillery on Long Island (NY) called Long Island Spirits which makes an excellent Single Malt but also makes very good bourbon and rye whiskey.
Could you review some Loch Lomonds? I'm a big fan of both whisky and the adventures of Tin Tin. Captain Haddock drinks Loch Lomond so would be fun to see those whiskys be featured!
Hudson makes some damn good whiskey, hillrock is alright but wildly overpriced, Tommy Rotter is doing some awesome stuff with their wine finished bourbon, and probably the best New York bourbon to date: widow jane.
Jake Northrup have you tried hillrock’s single malt? One of my favorite whiskeys. I don’t hesitate to spend the $100 for it. The bourbon is alright but I could get on board saying it’s overpriced. Their rye with the Sauternes finish is also fantastic.
To the MY question, coppersea distilling is another near nyc. Upstate is my area and there is an enormous amount of distilleries, seriously like 14 or something within 20 miles of my house.
But if you guys get the chance, check out Iron Smoke, O'Begly, Black Button, Southern Tier and Honeoye Falls distilleries. Or I may have to figure out a way to get some to you guys as I don't know if I can ship whiskey out of N.Y., Or in N.Y. For that matter
I've been waiting for this review for a while. Now to just find out where to get my hands on a bottle since my state doesn't allow alcohol to be bought and shipped online!
My 23rd birthday is this monday and I didn't even realize until I looked at a calendar today. How the fuck i even stumbled across such timely and personally relatable commentary is beyond my belief. Liked.
I'm bias because I work for Mackmyra but everone who has the chance should try Motorhead or the new Scorpion from brands for fans that is destilled at Mackmyra. Singel malt whisky that can hold it's own.
Speaking of NY distilleries, you guys should check out Saint Lawrence Spirits. They were awarded the New York State distillery of the year for 2019. Phenomenal whiskeys distilled right in Clayton, NY on the Saint Lawrence River. My two personal favorites are their Captain's Flask bourbon and their Rye Knot rye.
Wait...when is Daniel's birthday? When did you film this? I'm just trying to figure out if my birthday matches his - mine was on 12/1...and I had about 8 different whiskeys!
What are good entry whiskeys for people who tend to lean more twards other alcohols. I.e. people who like vodka would might like this whiskey or people who like rum might like this whiskey.
John Henry single malt from harvest spirts in upstate New York is one of my favorite whiskeys P.s its also a smoked whiskey partly aged in Woodford reserve barrels after they have been used for aging applejack
Happy (belated) 19th anniversary of your 21st birthday, Daniel! My brother just got married this past Saturday. At their wedding, I raised my Whisk(e)y Tribe Juice Box full of The Balvenie Peat Week to celebrate. They dated for 7 years before finally getting married. Maybe, if anyone wants a reason to drink a little today, drink to my brother, Andrew, because he and his new wife Andrea are amazing people and I’m wishing them nothing but the best life has to offer. Cheers to the happy couple, and my new sister-in-law!
Quick up update, my friend is sending me a bottle of the Kings County Peated Bourbon. Also cool to have my question on the Blackened Episode as Metallica is my favorite band! -Eric Schultz
This was like an episode of The Twilight Zone for me because all of the guys I know around 40 who look like Daniel consider Metallica one of their favorite bands.
New York Distillery...I enjoy Cooperstown. The Cooperstown American is one of my faves. Tried it at a fest last year and loved it. Was like lemon cake!
I've been a little hesitant to try for all the reasons you gave,being a fan I didn't want to be disappointed. Thanks for the video.(By the way a 56 year old fan so don't worry about 40)
I've been looking for a xmas present for someone special and wanted something different. I came across one whiskey that really interested me, the Bowmore Vault Edition no 1. Could you review it, please?
Hey guys! Thanks to you both I've been a little more adventurous with my whiskeys. Ive been a Makers 46 and Woodford Reserve drinker for a while and really didn't venture out to much until now. I recently was able to get my hands on Four Roses Single Barrel and I love it! I am anxiously waiting for a bottle of Writers Tears to come in as well since Irish whiskey is what got me into liquor as a young lad. Thanks again and cheers gents!🍺
The beauty it took to make the intro music from two completely opposite tangents on the music spectrum to blend should make you a magnificent bastard, you Magnificent Music Bastard! ...Bravo!!!
Hi Guys, Love the channel been watching for a while and first time commenting. I have a small mooch story and a bit of a question. Last night I was hanging with my roommates, we starting talking about whiskey and the different kinds. I used some of the knowledge I learned from your channel and shared with it with them. I ended up having sharing some of my Eagle Rare with my roommate and went over some of the notes we both get. Later on he brought his bottle of Macallan Edition No. 4 that he had and i tried that. I enjoyed it, got some toasted marshmallow and fruity notes. Now my question is, how come I can handle the Macallan No. 4 but when I try Monkey Shoulder its hard for me to get past the burn and try to find other notes besides apple? Thanks
Since you reviewed the Metallica whiskey, can you review The Pogues Irish Whiskey that is sitting on the shelf behind you. If anything it comes with a story about Shane McGowan and his love of whiskey.
*Insert headbanging gif here* - Glad this got a review, I am a long time Metallica fan and would love to add a "music infused" whiskey of theirs to my collection. :D
I'm no expert but this bourbon is excellent.. On another note Iron Smoke Distilling out of Rochester, NY is really good. And I agree that Hudson Whiskey is amazing!
I'm with you Rex. Everyone on this planet has a birthday. They're not special. Instead celebrate an "achievement day". This could be any date where you accomplished something important. And the date could also change. For example, the day you graduated med school. Then maybe the day you opened your practice, the day you became a level 4 whiskey sommelier etc etc.
Stopped celebrating my birthday at 17. And didn’t celebrate my 21st, 30th, or 40th. I’ve been going to a whisky bar in London for over a year and a half now. Usually I go on my own and then just meet people there, talk all night drink whisky make new friends. It’s great I love it. Last week I worked as a host, where I basically do what I usually do, except i’m Getting paid, and all drinks are free🤘👍❤️. I’m only working in December to take some pressure off of the guys that work the bar, but the bar manager want me there permanently.
Hands down best New York distillery is hillrock. It’s a field to glass distillery that malts and peats it’s own barley, and Dave pickerel was the master distiller there. One of the top rated American single malts are made by them. And here’s a fun fact...they’re about to expand, and since Dave was associated with both Metallica and hillrock, hillrock is selling their old equipment to Metallica for their distillery.
My birthday each year (35) is 1) I go pick up a giant order of Wingstop to eat throughout the day 2) my wife keeps the kids out of my office (only day of the year) 3) I sit and play video games all day. I don't ask for gifts, just a little solitude, some chicken and some games.
Hi Daniel & Rex +whisky Vault , First of all i am new to your channel and i fell in love with your videos they are both funny and educational. Keep it Up! I am getting married in December 2021 and since me and my friends are avid whisky drinkers i wish to surprise them and include a special Christmas whisky blend in my whisky bar at the wedding reception, i wonder if you could do a video on whisky blending for beginners and give some pointers :) i want a sweet whisky blend that it's Christmas in a glass if that makes sense. Thanks!
Totally with you guys on birthdays. I got annoyed at my parents for making a big deal out of mine when I was like 9. They still give me grief for it, and I still hate birthdays.
I finally found this whiskey locally today. Huge Metallica fan. I’m very glad this is a good whiskey and really am enjoying this one and the included Metallica coin is very cool.
I don't do birthdays also and for the most part I sometimes forget my own age (32), but,... for those who deserves the best of best's by sharing knowledge, enjoyment and laughs, Happy Born Day!
Daniel PLEASE! If you do one thing for me ever... Listen to No Leaf Clover (from that whiskey lullabys list)! A few years ago our group of friends all did our Top 100 songs of all time list with this caveat, only one entry from any band! No Leaf Clover - number 3.
Happy birthday!!!(Even though u don't want wishes) lol Great video.. Being a fan of classic Metallica, I would want to try this whiskey! As usual great video, very informative but still fun! Thanks!
If you're looking into small NYC Distilleries, I'd recommend Van Brunt Stillhouse. They make a Bourbon, a Single Malt, a Rye, an American, a new make White Rye and a Rum. They also recently had a select release of a whiskey that was a blend of some of their experimental runs (smoked corn whiskey, peated whiskey, and bourbon. It's very nice). They're located in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Personally, I'm a fan of their American, their Rye, and the Rum - Due North (which is aged in their used bourbon barrels). I may have to send a few bottles in the future. www.vanbruntstillhouse.com/
Shout out to Copper & Kings for being the inspiration for the musical aging process! Even if you don’t like brandy, absinthe or gin...everyone should tour their facility and appreciate the business and brand
I agree with the birthday argument to an extent. I hate when people do it up every year like it’s a big event. You can celebrate..but keep it simple and classy. A dinner with family/friends, go to a favorite bar and get a drink..make it about your relationships over yourself
For the price point i paid for a 750ml bottle definitely not worth it. The only reason i got it was to do a pairing with my blackened cigars from drew estate.
Can't think of many great celebrity-endorsed whiskeys. David Beckham does a scotch, haven't tried McGregor's Proper 12 yet and I hear The Pogues (Irish/UK punk band) is drinkable coming from West Cork Distillery. They could be worth trying but I like the way Metallica have attempted to do something unique, not just the standard 40% stuff as you mention.
I do the whole changing the birthday thing but I forget to change it back and I end up getting a bunch of "happy birthdays" on a day that isn't even my birthday
.... I didn't have any birthday parties after age 5 cause I was the asshole picked on, so no one came. I've just recently started to be OK with my birthday. So yes I'm an adult.. But I'm making up for lost childhood memories damn it! 😝 Also Rex and Lance really need to be less of the same person. It's getting into full on creepy mode...
Listening to Blackened while sipping on the Blackened whiskey. Good times. ...And Justice For All is the best Metallica album 4 life.
Right on me too. It's father's Day, the kids did me proud
If you think and justice for all is the best Metallica album, then you must not have heard st. Anger yet
The bass is the best part !
…And justice is the best album
Shouldn't the song for the intro have been... Blackened..?
Probably, but you can't throw away a chance to shout the opening to Fuel at the camera.
@@kidyuki1 Damn Right
@@kidyuki1 That's fair. A whiskey named Fuel would be pretty cool too
Rex doesnt know those lyrics lol
Jeremy Bailey I was hoping for whisky in the jar
Lol one of the best intros ever.
My birthday will never die and I will always have a party for the sole reason I have a friend that owns a liquor store and gives me a bottle to match age (or as close as possible to it) as a gift every year. I'm hoping this adds to my mooch level.
Having a friend that owns a liquor store gets you a mooch ranking of Legendary.
@@haroldfitzpatrick5900 Legendary status achieves! Rex now all I need is a knighting into the mooch hood, am I worthy sire???
@@clutch3581 If I may be so bold, fellow mooch, in order to be granted the title Sir Mooch, one must first perform a Quest!
Hey Chris,live long and prosperly up to age of 100 and more,now that would be a bottle of whiskey to open...
As a massive fan of the band, I was equal parts worried (because celebrity branded products are often... well... not so great) and excited (because I know that they never put out something that they don’t wholeheartedly believe in) - and I have to say, it is one of my favorite whiskeys I’ve ever had
Did they all believe in the snare drums on St. Anger?
@@ThaOfacemakerLars absofuckinglutely did. Misguided? Perhaps.
Just figured I'd throw this comment on here to let you know you created a monster. A pair of them actually. A couple weeks ago one of your videos popped up in my recommendations and I watched it...then another and another and so on. Even got my wife watching them. Now I've never been a big whisky drinker or anything but always have a bottle of cheap stuff around. Jamison or Pendleton and it usually last a couple years to give you an idea of how much I drink it. Well you guys just changed that. I had no idea there was more to whisky than just shots and mixed drinks. Thank you for opening my eyes to this. After binge watching a ton of your videos I decided I better order something better than what I had on hand. I put in an online order for Nikka yoichi, dalmore 12, dalmore 15 and monkey shoulder. And then my wife and I got impatient and just went down to the liquor store and picked up a bottle of Balvenie Caribbean cask 14 and a bottle of Nikka coffee grain. We are both having fun trying to see what we smell and taste in these and obviously have a ways to go with training our senses to pick up on subtle smells and taste. Anyways we are enjoying your videos tremendously and I just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to do these videos and opening our eyes to this whole new world of whisky.
I'm in the same boat man
It's a common story.. You're in good company
"One of us, one of us, …."
Welcome to the fam.
The Spirit Monk[e]y has quite the similar origin story.
The Spirit Monk[e]y welcomes you.
I won't send b-day wishes to Daniel, but, I will say thank you. I appreciate the time that you have given to the Tribe and those who admire your work. You have done a great service to us with the years you have been given.
Very well put.
Been watching for a while, when he said he never listens to Metallica I was so disappointed. Need to up your game Chief.
I don't understand that. Even if Metallica isn't your favorite band...they were the biggest metal band of the 80s and you'd think a guitar instructor would really study their playing. But hey, different strokes for different folks.
Damn, I finally agree with Rex on something. So much for that bottle of Macallan M as a birthday gift for Rex now.
It's my 21st tomorrow (4th) it's good to know that rex approves I can celebrate. On another note, let this wonderful community never ever forget that Daniels birthday is the 3rd of December. Put it in your calendars, and this time next year we shall wish the hell out of him for his birthday. Let it be so.
New York distillieries, in addition to Kings County and Hudson: Coppersea (they're in the Hudson Valley and they make a mean rye as well as other whiskeys too), New York Distilling Co. (they're in Brooklyn and they make several ryes and gins, really nice stuff), Widow Jane (also in Brooklyn and they make a bourbon and rye), Van Brunt Distillery (also in Brooklyn, not far from Widow Jane--I really like their "American Whiskey", which I think was made from mostly wheat and barley). That's a good start I think! I'm from New York and I love what's been happening over here as far as craft whiskey goes. There's been n actual movement to brand the idea of an "Empire Rye", due to the prominence of the grain in the state of New York.
Subscribed almost two years ago and i can finally say Rex has finally delivered an excellent intro!
I'm 21 with 26 years experience!!!
I tasted Blackened at the Whisky Fest in San Francisco and thought it was okay. But like you, I’m glad it’s not just a celebrity bottling.
I already love the beers released by Iron Maiden, Megadeth, and anthrax. I didn't know this existed but I'm probably going to have to pick a bottle of this up.
A musician who never listened to Metallica? Daniel you never fail to surprise me! I'm gonna try this whiskey because I'm curious about the "music impacting whiskey aging" thing, could be just a rumor but who knows.. Plus because it's creator is highly regarded!
That intro is what I live for.
also thank you for reviewing this!
Epic mealtime
Daniel, mine too... I just don't advertise, I do like the idea of changing throughout the year, lol
Yeah I feel the same way as Rex and Daniel. They're definitely our people.
Van Brunt Stillhouse distillery in Brooklyn, NY, very different from anything else I've tasted, they really bring out the taste of the grains used for their whiskies.
Not sure if it has already been mentioned in the comments, but there is a great distillery on Long Island (NY) called Long Island Spirits which makes an excellent Single Malt but also makes very good bourbon and rye whiskey.
How did James like this?
What???? You didn’t listen to Metallica????
Maybe he's a Mustaine fan?
One of many things that disturb me about this pretentious little hobbit.
The birthday bit that you guys are referencing is actually Patton Oswald from a live recording that he actually did in Austin. And I TOTALLY AGREE.
Love the subliminal subscribe in the backround. Came here for the review since i just bought a bottle, subbed because of the intro
Point me to the batch that ‘Ride the lightning’ (ONLY, RIDE THE LIGHTNING) was played on loop to vibrate the cask, and maybe I’ll taste this.
I like when rex pretends like he knows what the f*uck he's talking about. Metallica has a couple really good albums.
Could you review some Loch Lomonds? I'm a big fan of both whisky and the adventures of Tin Tin. Captain Haddock drinks Loch Lomond so would be fun to see those whiskys be featured!
Hudson makes some damn good whiskey, hillrock is alright but wildly overpriced, Tommy Rotter is doing some awesome stuff with their wine finished bourbon, and probably the best New York bourbon to date: widow jane.
Jake Northrup have you tried hillrock’s single malt? One of my favorite whiskeys. I don’t hesitate to spend the $100 for it. The bourbon is alright but I could get on board saying it’s overpriced. Their rye with the Sauternes finish is also fantastic.
To the MY question, coppersea distilling is another near nyc. Upstate is my area and there is an enormous amount of distilleries, seriously like 14 or something within 20 miles of my house.
N.Y. not MY
But if you guys get the chance, check out Iron Smoke, O'Begly, Black Button, Southern Tier and Honeoye Falls distilleries. Or I may have to figure out a way to get some to you guys as I don't know if I can ship whiskey out of N.Y., Or in N.Y. For that matter
I've been waiting for this review for a while. Now to just find out where to get my hands on a bottle since my state doesn't allow alcohol to be bought and shipped online!
What about Connors Proper 12, wonder if it is just a gimmick off his name or any good
Southern Tier Distilling, Tommy Rotter, and Buffalo Distilling are NY ones you should check out!
Rex thank you for reinforcing my disdain for networking shmoozers and the whole sell industry in general!
My 23rd birthday is this monday and I didn't even realize until I looked at a calendar today. How the fuck i even stumbled across such timely and personally relatable commentary is beyond my belief. Liked.
I'm bias because I work for Mackmyra but everone who has the chance should try Motorhead or the new Scorpion from brands for fans that is destilled at Mackmyra. Singel malt whisky that can hold it's own.
Speaking of NY distilleries, you guys should check out Saint Lawrence Spirits. They were awarded the New York State distillery of the year for 2019. Phenomenal whiskeys distilled right in Clayton, NY on the Saint Lawrence River. My two personal favorites are their Captain's Flask bourbon and their Rye Knot rye.
Wait...when is Daniel's birthday? When did you film this? I'm just trying to figure out if my birthday matches his - mine was on 12/1...and I had about 8 different whiskeys!
What are good entry whiskeys for people who tend to lean more twards other alcohols. I.e. people who like vodka would might like this whiskey or people who like rum might like this whiskey.
John Henry single malt from harvest spirts in upstate New York is one of my favorite whiskeys
P.s its also a smoked whiskey partly aged in Woodford reserve barrels after they have been used for aging applejack
Happy (belated) 19th anniversary of your 21st birthday, Daniel!
My brother just got married this past Saturday. At their wedding, I raised my Whisk(e)y Tribe Juice Box full of The Balvenie Peat Week to celebrate. They dated for 7 years before finally getting married. Maybe, if anyone wants a reason to drink a little today, drink to my brother, Andrew, because he and his new wife Andrea are amazing people and I’m wishing them nothing but the best life has to offer. Cheers to the happy couple, and my new sister-in-law!
Quick up update, my friend is sending me a bottle of the Kings County Peated Bourbon. Also cool to have my question on the Blackened Episode as Metallica is my favorite band!
-Eric Schultz
That's a great playlist. I've seen this and was curious exactly how much of a vanity purchase it would be. Maybe I'll try it now.
How many days ago did you shoot this Video/Edit it?? Or was this done 12/3 ?? Just curious.. HBD Daniel
Metalica brand toothpaste, diodorant, spoons, paperclips. They are the KISS of metal.
You guys should try Widow Jane Distillery and Breuckelen Distilling for New York Whiskies. Both have amazing whiskey. Nostrovia!
This was like an episode of The Twilight Zone for me because all of the guys I know around 40 who look like Daniel consider Metallica one of their favorite bands.
Since we're doing celebrity whisky's, can you guys finally try proper 12? I wanna know if it's as bland and flat as I think it is.
Is it mouthfeel time for Rex?
New York Distillery...I enjoy Cooperstown.
The Cooperstown American is one of my faves. Tried it at a fest last year and loved it. Was like lemon cake!
Congrats for making it around the sun once more Daniel.
oooo First. he he he
I've been a little hesitant to try for all the reasons you gave,being a fan I didn't want to be disappointed. Thanks for the video.(By the way a 56 year old fan so don't worry about 40)
As far as other celeb whiskies you guys liked the Wild Turkey Longbranch as well.
I've been looking for a xmas present for someone special and wanted something different. I came across one whiskey that really interested me, the Bowmore Vault Edition no 1. Could you review it, please?
Hey guys! Thanks to you both I've been a little more adventurous with my whiskeys. Ive been a Makers 46 and Woodford Reserve drinker for a while and really didn't venture out to much until now. I recently was able to get my hands on Four Roses Single Barrel and I love it! I am anxiously waiting for a bottle of Writers Tears to come in as well since Irish whiskey is what got me into liquor as a young lad. Thanks again and cheers gents!🍺
The beauty it took to make the intro music from two completely opposite tangents on the music spectrum to blend should make you a magnificent bastard, you Magnificent Music Bastard! ...Bravo!!!
Well Daniel, on this normal day, I hope it was wonderful. Enjoy every year to come my RUclips pal.
Hey guys... Could you review Oban Little Bay please?
Hi Guys, Love the channel been watching for a while and first time commenting. I have a small mooch story and a bit of a question. Last night I was hanging with my roommates, we starting talking about whiskey and the different kinds. I used some of the knowledge I learned from your channel and shared with it with them. I ended up having sharing some of my Eagle Rare with my roommate and went over some of the notes we both get. Later on he brought his bottle of Macallan Edition No. 4 that he had and i tried that. I enjoyed it, got some toasted marshmallow and fruity notes. Now my question is, how come I can handle the Macallan No. 4 but when I try Monkey Shoulder its hard for me to get past the burn and try to find other notes besides apple? Thanks
Since you reviewed the Metallica whiskey, can you review The Pogues Irish Whiskey that is sitting on the shelf behind you. If anything it comes with a story about Shane McGowan and his love of whiskey.
*Insert headbanging gif here* - Glad this got a review, I am a long time Metallica fan and would love to add a "music infused" whiskey of theirs to my collection. :D
Another NY distillery is Adirondack Distilling Company out of Utica, bout 45mins east of Syracuse
I'm no expert but this bourbon is excellent.. On another note Iron Smoke Distilling out of Rochester, NY is really good. And I agree that Hudson Whiskey is amazing!
I'm with you Rex. Everyone on this planet has a birthday. They're not special. Instead celebrate an "achievement day". This could be any date where you accomplished something important. And the date could also change. For example, the day you graduated med school. Then maybe the day you opened your practice, the day you became a level 4 whiskey sommelier etc etc.
That intro was amazing lol
Looking for a NY whisky, I recommend Widow Jane.
Rex has the key. Relationship first: business second.
all time best intro of all time!!
I really wanted a bottle out of batch 086. Never got my hands on one. Bring back the bag pipe intro.
Stopped celebrating my birthday at 17. And didn’t celebrate my 21st, 30th, or 40th.
I’ve been going to a whisky bar in London for over a year and a half now. Usually I go on my own and then just meet people there, talk all night drink whisky make new friends. It’s great I love it. Last week I worked as a host, where I basically do what I usually do, except i’m Getting paid, and all drinks are free🤘👍❤️. I’m only working in December to take some pressure off of the guys that work the bar, but the bar manager want me there permanently.
nice! dude, you're 40+? I'd of guessed early to mid 30's. The Toastmaster is young in spirit. 👍
Hands down best New York distillery is hillrock. It’s a field to glass distillery that malts and peats it’s own barley, and Dave pickerel was the master distiller there. One of the top rated American single malts are made by them. And here’s a fun fact...they’re about to expand, and since Dave was associated with both Metallica and hillrock, hillrock is selling their old equipment to Metallica for their distillery.
You guys seemed Bob Dylan Heaven's Gate products a couple of months ago.
Not really a whiskey I was expecting on here , definitely nice to see it presented however, given as I'm a Metallica fan and really want to try it.
I am the same way. I heard about it and been wanting to order it.
I like board games for what you mentioned for whiskey gatherings.
Just bought this. Can’t wait to try
Happy birthday Daniel! You magnificent bastard!
My birthday each year (35) is
1) I go pick up a giant order of Wingstop to eat throughout the day
2) my wife keeps the kids out of my office (only day of the year)
3) I sit and play video games all day.
I don't ask for gifts, just a little solitude, some chicken and some games.
I really wanted to know how this one tastes before getting it from US (I live in India) and now I finally know it. I am eagerly waiting to taste this.
Are you gonna order it online from India?
@@MoahGentle no. I have friends in U.S who will be coming to India soon. So i will ask them to bring it
@@pratikdx1 i wish I had that kind of friends :)
Amazing intro, tried that 40 Creek whisky, didn't like the vanilla drinking it straight, but was an amazing whisky and Coke
Hey Daniel....Happy Birthday. 😈
Really liking the new "Bastarding" with you doubling up on Bastard. Awesomeness.
Hi Daniel & Rex +whisky Vault , First of all i am new to your channel and i fell in love with your videos they are both funny and educational. Keep it Up! I am getting married in December 2021 and since me and my friends are avid whisky drinkers i wish to surprise them and include a special Christmas whisky blend in my whisky bar at the wedding reception, i wonder if you could do a video on whisky blending for beginners and give some pointers :) i want a sweet whisky blend that it's Christmas in a glass if that makes sense. Thanks!
Totally with you guys on birthdays. I got annoyed at my parents for making a big deal out of mine when I was like 9. They still give me grief for it, and I still hate birthdays.
I finally found this whiskey locally today. Huge Metallica fan. I’m very glad this is a good whiskey and really am enjoying this one and the included Metallica coin is very cool.
I don't do birthdays also and for the most part I sometimes forget my own age (32), but,... for those who deserves the best of best's by sharing knowledge, enjoyment and laughs, Happy Born Day!
Metalica should now release an album by their whisky
Daniel PLEASE! If you do one thing for me ever... Listen to No Leaf Clover (from that whiskey lullabys list)! A few years ago our group of friends all did our Top 100 songs of all time list with this caveat, only one entry from any band! No Leaf Clover - number 3.
Ok so how does it stack up to let's say Jameson?
Another great episode and a big thanks to finally review this whisky. Slange!
hbd D. Lol intro. Whiskey at 6:20
Happy birthday!!!(Even though u don't want wishes) lol
Great video.. Being a fan of classic Metallica, I would want to try this whiskey!
As usual great video, very informative but still fun! Thanks!
If you're looking into small NYC Distilleries, I'd recommend Van Brunt Stillhouse. They make a Bourbon, a Single Malt, a Rye, an American, a new make White Rye and a Rum. They also recently had a select release of a whiskey that was a blend of some of their experimental runs (smoked corn whiskey, peated whiskey, and bourbon. It's very nice). They're located in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Personally, I'm a fan of their American, their Rye, and the Rum - Due North (which is aged in their used bourbon barrels). I may have to send a few bottles in the future. www.vanbruntstillhouse.com/
Shout out to Copper & Kings for being the inspiration for the musical aging process! Even if you don’t like brandy, absinthe or gin...everyone should tour their facility and appreciate the business and brand
I agree with the birthday argument to an extent. I hate when people do it up every year like it’s a big event. You can celebrate..but keep it simple and classy. A dinner with family/friends, go to a favorite bar and get a drink..make it about your relationships over yourself
For the price point i paid for a 750ml bottle definitely not worth it. The only reason i got it was to do a pairing with my blackened cigars from drew estate.
Can't think of many great celebrity-endorsed whiskeys. David Beckham does a scotch, haven't tried McGregor's Proper 12 yet and I hear The Pogues (Irish/UK punk band) is drinkable coming from West Cork Distillery. They could be worth trying but I like the way Metallica have attempted to do something unique, not just the standard 40% stuff as you mention.
I do the whole changing the birthday thing but I forget to change it back and I end up getting a bunch of "happy birthdays" on a day that isn't even my birthday
I like my bottle of Blackened quite a bit. I think better than just slapping a name on a bottle
Black button distillery, iron smoke, McKenzie, southern tier distillery, tusker distillery
Happy birthday Daniel!!! Quick question, how many years is that in Hobbit time!? 😋😎
.... I didn't have any birthday parties after age 5 cause I was the asshole picked on, so no one came. I've just recently started to be OK with my birthday. So yes I'm an adult.. But I'm making up for lost childhood memories damn it! 😝
Also Rex and Lance really need to be less of the same person. It's getting into full on creepy mode...
Christina Zirpoli good for you! We may grow old, but we don't have to grow up.... 🥃