What other tastings should I do while you listen to my inner monologue?? Glencairn glasses: amzn.to/35KpOJy WhistlePig Boss Hog whiskey: drizly.sjv.io/jNken Mellow Corn whiskey: drizly.sjv.io/5W65n Whiskey tasting guide: whiskiesoftheworld.com/whisky-education/tasting-guidelines Crew bottles: crewbottleco.com/ Coupe glasses: amzn.to/35KiWMc
@RoketEngineer3 жыл бұрын
Tequila! Hell, there's a whole series just going through the different aspects of various liquors.
@MrAqr25983 жыл бұрын
@Cocktail Chemistry Hey Nick, could you please do a comparison of: White, Gold, and Dark Rum, and/or _Blanco_ , _Reposado_ , _Añejo_ , and _Extra Añejo_ Tequila?
@amberg64533 жыл бұрын
Definitely Tequila Rum Vodka and Gin. Also that Tequila/vodka mix... should be interesting
@joshuawiljanen34033 жыл бұрын
I could go for a brandy video. Unlike other liquors, I just can't get past the heat so I feel I'm doing something wrong.
@wrennjb3 жыл бұрын
Any change of a cocktail Chemistry coupon on those crew bottles?
@TymonScott3 жыл бұрын
"How can I write off this $500 bottle of whiskey?" --Nick, deciding to make this video, probably
@Kaixero3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: you're the reason I got into cocktails. If you ever read this, I mean yeah, some cringe sentimental stuff over here, but uh...I appreciate you. I think you're pretty cool.
@berek033 жыл бұрын
Loved the explanation of how to taste. The "what does it remind you of" was a light bulb for me. I love whiskey but I am terrible at "tasting" it. The statement completely changes my mindset. Thank you. :)
@amberg64533 жыл бұрын
"Pretend it's some Cranberries and let it "Linger".... 😂😂I shall take this from you and use it daily!
Vanilla and bread is the only thing i can identify other than alcohol in whiskey... but I’m a beginner 😂
@PvPDeathKnight3 жыл бұрын
Drinking Scotch: Yes, it has a very…”forest fire in July” taste to it. The finish? French kissing a used ashtray in Vegas.
@MattWeller4123 жыл бұрын
Really digging this format. I'd love to see an "is it worth it?" comparison between some different price points of tequila.
@nicholasjones17133 жыл бұрын
Something that doesn't get nearly as much attention as it should is high quality, long aged, rum. Maybe you can do a tasting of those? Possibly with a rhum agricole comparison as well?
@adamoliver26433 жыл бұрын
Shhhh we don't want to have them bourbon prices ;)
@grmasdfII3 жыл бұрын
I've only ever had one high quality dark rum, but it was astoundingly similar to some of the sweeter Japanese whiskies.
@BernardBoyGenius3 жыл бұрын
Zafra rum is spectacular! Go get a bottle and thank me later 😉
@grmasdfII3 жыл бұрын
@@BernardBoyGenius I guess I know what the wife is getting me for Christmas, thanks :>
@RodTejada5023 жыл бұрын
Second this!
@jarjoevis3 жыл бұрын
Whiskey tribe represent!
@chrisherre71073 жыл бұрын
Hey, fellow MB
@joshrambin2313 жыл бұрын
I feel like he watched some tribe videos to prepare for this shoot
@sirvemon3 жыл бұрын
The best whiskey I've ever had is a bottle of Suntory whiskey my brother gifted to me for helping him move. Absolutely love the stuff!
@DeckDogs4Life3 жыл бұрын
Most interesting bottle I've tried is probably the Lagavulin Nick Offerman 11 Year scotch. I was a huge fan of that, I'd love to get another bottle but the price isn't exactly cheap. I did also try the Yamazaki 12 year Japanese whiskey, which was expensive and also very good and interesting. I'd say around the $80-100 per bottle point is where your return on investment kind of peaks in my experience.
@MrTonyfield3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you gave props to the mellow corn at the end. It really is a steal for the price. I bought it once as a gag because the bottle and label looks like something I'd get in the clearance aisle of the dollar store. Much to my surprise, I've been a fan ever since.
@MrPokemonisawesome3 жыл бұрын
The power of suggestion is an amazing thing Nick ''we are going to try these two in a Manhattan'' *pauses video and makes one* mm Manhattan
@tzor3 жыл бұрын
I remember many years ago belonging to a mail order whiskey tasting club. I always love the "what does it remind you of" because most of the options they gave I have never personally experienced. P.S. traditionally there is an in between step which calls for tasting the whiskey with a "drop" of water added to it. There can be a vast difference in the flavor profile that is created by simply adding a drop of water to the dram. (Of course I think you should try it neat first and then add the drop.)
@Babbngt0n3 жыл бұрын
Love these type of series! You should do mezcal next. I feel like it's a misunderstood alcohol.
@kmlkmljkl3 жыл бұрын
why am i watching this. i dont even drink
@YungMomJeans3 жыл бұрын
Passion is fun to listen to, doesn't really matter in what. Same reason we listen to folks talk about things we'll never do.
@WhiskeySugarBitters3 жыл бұрын
@@YungMomJeans But he actually doesn't strike me as passionate, more as a comedian just doing this for fun. The jokes and his facial expressions are a little facetious if you aks me 😅 Which is cool too!
@ctrlaltdelicate3 жыл бұрын
great content bro
@simpleman8063 жыл бұрын
I have a bottle of Jack Daniels single barrel, barrel proof. Cost about $63. The bottle I got came in at 129 proof. I didn't care for it straight, but have a Jack and Coke with it and it's delicious
@musicfreak11383 жыл бұрын
Been drinking Whiskey as my favorite libation ever since I was legal to do so. Thank you for making this video, maybe now my friends can finally understand and appreciate whiskey now
@ryanlittle21693 жыл бұрын
As much as I love Whiskey, I am more of a bourbon fan. I’d love to see your take on Bourbon tastings. My top three go to’s are 1792 (Small Batch), Angel’s Envy, and Old Forester 1920 Prohibition. Big fan of the channel, you are actually the very first comment I have ever posted on KZbin. Looking forward to more great things!
@DirtyChaz3 жыл бұрын
This is such a great channel and for the people who are give you crap for using high end whiskey for cocktails can drink ever clear instead. Thanks for providing a great channel about cocktails.
@toekneeevans3 жыл бұрын
"a hint of eraser" 👀
@eldoradorail88913 жыл бұрын
Rich mommy favours
@BugMagnet3 жыл бұрын
That is a really nice comparison. It would be really interesting to se a small series of these for different spirits. Like 20, 50, 100 bucks for rum, vodka, and all the other tasty things.
@CasshernSinz16133 жыл бұрын
Personally I go for Japanese whiskey because they put in very unique blends to distinguish themselves. They are by default pretty pricey but absolutely worth it, imo. Hibiki being one of the best. If you are a whiskey snob (such as myself) you'll really enjoy sipping that with a cigar, preferably a Maduro.
@CaesarSaladin73 жыл бұрын
50-year-old bottle of Crown Royale a friend found in his grandfather's basement and gave me as a wedding gift.
@philiplomedico5633 жыл бұрын
Whisky doesn’t age in the bottle like wine. So you have a bottle of Crown that happens to be 50 years old unfortunately
@toddgorny11483 жыл бұрын
Recently went to the liquor store to pick up some "ango" so I can spout pretentious fuckwittery at my friends while I make old fashioned's. Keep it up and thank you for the inspiration to up my cocktail game
@startrekrecruit3 жыл бұрын
I feel like I'd like to see a comparison between two whiskeys with a similar mash, personally. I feel like rye and corn will give you completely different effects and it would be interesting to see what price ends of similar mash whiskeys would give you by themselves and in a cocktail.
@CoachJohnMcGuirk13 жыл бұрын
The most interesting bottle in my collection is my infinity bottle. I’ve been cultivating it for over a year, it is essentially a 1 liter bottle that I sacrifice the last few ounces of every bottle of whiskey I buy to top it up. It is primarily bourbon, secondary Irish, with some other outliers added. The taste changes over time and it’s always a nice treat when I need to clear out some room in it
@Chakram823 жыл бұрын
"Don't cringe" haha I was cringing the moment you mentioned putting the Boss Hog in anything other than a Glencairn. 🤣 I do wish more people understood that an age statement is just that, an age statement. I have had some 20 year whiskies that leave me wishing I had Evan Williams in my glass. I'm a big fan of the Whistle Pig 12 Year Old World Cask finish. Another great video. Thank you!
@Tetramor43 жыл бұрын
The Boss Hog: vanila, raisins, oak, blueberries. Ardbeg, Lagavulin or Laphroaig: seagull armpit, salty stones, walrus kisses, used bandages, sex with a mermaid inside of an oil tank. Gosh, i love Isla whiskey.😁
@Jumper11553 жыл бұрын
Just ordered a bottle of Ardbeg an Oa and I'm really looking forward to tasting it. Islay's are my favourites.
@zachpayne27 Жыл бұрын
People really need to start doing tastings like this..that voiceover tho...so funny when u think about it being your thoughts and ur speaking to urself the whole time...i was lmao...subscribing..no doubt..thanks man
@kbrock91463 жыл бұрын
You deserve 1 million subscribers, for sure. Love your stuff.
@Christopher_Wheeler3 жыл бұрын
The most interesting bottle I have is a $6 bottle of Black Velvet...
@JesterThinking3 жыл бұрын
Great episode, and I think it's great you're not being too precious with the nice spirit - they're meant to be enjoyed, however you enjoy them best! I'd love to see a mezcal breakdown and tasting, with some guidance on how to incorporate it into cocktails; I've just started to explore the spirit, and there are some great resources out there, but it can take a deep dive to really find them and start putting the picture together.
@BlightningBrightling3 жыл бұрын
5:59 Looks like you got the ol' Babish "Fork Shake" going on. Must be a pretty good steak.
@azraelsblade3 жыл бұрын
“Let’s use this $500 whiskey to make a Manhattan...” you’re killing me, Smalls...
@TheMintaur3 жыл бұрын
I'm from Scotland so I mainly drink Scotch. Have a delicious bottle of Dalwhinnie... my current favourite!
@SuperNovaJinckUFO3 жыл бұрын
I love how you can see how much more enjoyment he's getting out of the Rye XD
@0Etcetera03 жыл бұрын
Super stoked for more of the videos!
@johannilsson72923 жыл бұрын
Great vid! I've got an idea you could try. I'm from Sweden, and here we have what's called Kaffekask. That's simply explained coffee and vodka (often swedish moonshine made from white sugar and yeast) It's kind of a "folkish" drink, not drunk as much today as before, but I can't say when or where it originated. The mixing parts ratio differ from who you ask, but me and many swedes think that about 30 % vodka and 70 % coffee is about perfect. It makes for a extra warming coffee with a "spicy" aroma The one important thing you'll have to think about in this Kaffekask, is the coffee itself. We swedes like our coffee strong. 600 ml of water, to about 60 ml of grounded coffee ratio. The coffee we use is dark/"mid dark" roasted Arabica coffee beans. Google the brand Gevalia or Löfbergs Lila. I hope you'll like my proposal and that it'll make it into one of your videos!
@windowsforvista3 жыл бұрын
Definitely enjoyed that format! I'd love to know how you taste and evaluate the random things from the liqueur section of every cocktail store, and how you decide what kinds of drinks you can make with them!
@thistleclockworks12923 жыл бұрын
Well, done, sir. I enjoy this format. I'll look in your library for a blended versus single malt whiskey edition. Also, thanks for pointing out the inexpensive $12 Mellow Corn. Not everything in the larder needs to have a $$$ price tag or age statement. Also, hell yes, if you're making a cocktail for family, friends and good company, break out that top shelf statement bottle and mix it like you (and they) mean it. Finally, if it's opened, it's oxidizing, so use it.
@anicientbolt3 жыл бұрын
Currently have a independent bottling of Deanston, 11year old single sherry cask, bottled at 66.6%.
@eliharris2123 жыл бұрын
This whole video is like that scene from Ratatouille
@alazar76853 жыл бұрын
just found your channel and i',m BINGING!!! i love it
@scottmorrison60273 жыл бұрын
I clicked because of the title, but I stayed for the Take Five. Excellent content, as always.
@TrustyLicious3 жыл бұрын
Very educational! Now I know what to do when I am offered whiskey. I usually say sure to one glass as to not be rude. But I really didn’t know what I was doing. I would mimic those around me while I pretended to “enjoy” the beverage.
@KnnyAllen3 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. Currently, my top shelf is a Boundary Oak Distillery's Lincoln bottle.
@TibbyProductions3 жыл бұрын
"pull it away and then just kinda think about it" made me laugh so hard for some reason lol
@removelimitbreak75243 жыл бұрын
Would love to see your opinions on all the various types of whisk(e)ys out there. Starting with bourbon. And ending with some islay scotch with whatever you so choose in between. I highly recommend Laphroaig lore.
@themanwithsauce3 жыл бұрын
Tipping my hat to the "store picks" at decent liquor stores. If you're new to high end spirits, these tend to be safe bets as you can often ask someone there who *literally* tried that exact barrel and can tell you what to expect. My favorite place to shop has a very passionate owner who is always pushing his store picks and damn, he's yet to be wrong! I think my favorite was his pick for a barrel of Knappogue Castle 12 year aged Irish Whisky. Absolutely hit it out of the part with an introduction of, and I have never used this for a liquor before, but it hits like a slice of warm, fresh, chocolate cake. I don't yet have the most elaborate palette but I went back a few days later and bought half a dozen bottles to keep in my storeroom and give a few away as gifts this year. And for those unaware - often, after being barrel aged, these abrrels are all dumped back into a large vat to be evened out so the product is consistent from bottle to bottle. But before that happens, these distillers often allow a few barrels to be bottled on their own as an individual run where maybe that batch has more of one flavor than another. Liquor stores can get some samples from these barrels, try them, and then commit to buying the whole bottling run of that single barrel and so it becomes a "Store pick" as those bottles were only delivered to that one store. Again, highly recommended way to get into higher end spirits.
@jasonhall103 жыл бұрын
My favorite whiskey in my bar is “Mama Tried” from Montgomery Distillery in Missoula, Montana.
@nathana31703 жыл бұрын
I like my whisky with a single piece of ice. Eagle Rare or Buffalo Trace are great all-around approachable whiskeys at a price that won’t break the bank. The expensive stuff is not priced on flavor quality, but on rarity. No need to spend that much to find great whiskey, only if you want to have rare whiskey.
@ScottKorin3 жыл бұрын
People spend their money in different ways, and I like whiskey, but I can't fathom buying a $500 bottle of whiskey.
@CrispyGFX3 жыл бұрын
Same. I've had some really terrible tasting, expensive whiskey, and some exceptionally delicious and interesting bottom shelf garbage. Honestly, with taste, it's 100% objective. Depends on what you like/expect out of a bottle.
@MulchMan883 жыл бұрын
Especially if you're spending $500 on Boss Hog...
@MrTheSmoon3 жыл бұрын
@@CrispyGFX i assume you meant subjective
@robinsharkey66583 жыл бұрын
I have spent tens of thousands. Scotch rules!
@bravofoxable3 жыл бұрын
Yeah... Mix a couple of "cheap" whiskeys in same bottle, like your own "infinity barrel", you'll be surprised by the results, enough to baffle even the most esteemed "tasters"... It works for me
@TirelessGod3 жыл бұрын
Mellow Corn is love. Mellow Corn is life
@Dave-gk4sd3 жыл бұрын
Truth
@DelishushSchrambleSchmeg3 жыл бұрын
I work at a liquor store and probably the nicest/unique-est Whisky is the Muckety Muck 24yr Orphan Barrel, would certainly love to see what you do with that !
@christopherpaik3 жыл бұрын
Please do more videos of cocktail comparisons using high-end spirits! It's one of those taboos by snobs you're taught when you start drinking nicer bottles so I find it fascinating to see what the verdict is on the use of high quality base ingredients.
@robbnagle3 жыл бұрын
Loved the video, but of all the bottles to compare for an expensive example, you chose Whistlepig? This would have been a great video if you compared the $15 to something more established and with a consistent track record. Personally I heve never had a good bottle from Whistlepig so would never spend $500 from a newer blender label like them that has let me down at much lower price ranges.
@lordsirio55173 жыл бұрын
Hey, without the shadow of a doubt, I'd go with Nikka From the Barrel... 100 whiskies in a cube of glass, 103 proof, it's gonna run you 50 bucks for an incredibly assembled blend... Definitely worth a try... Plus, the fruitiness of the mouth and the peppery finish makes it an excellent cocktail contender
@Deefry3 жыл бұрын
Would love to see something similar done with brandy - I have a hard time differentiating regular brandy from Cognac but the Armagnac I've tried was so much mellower.
@adamoliver26433 жыл бұрын
As far as skills go, spirits tasting is spirits tasting. You need to develop your palette for brandy. Get a couple glencairns out and do some A/B tastings, thats probably the best way to improve it.
@etherdark3 жыл бұрын
The Tribe welcomes you. Cheers MB!
@fdmmoens3 жыл бұрын
We need a collab with Rex and Daniel from the tribe :D Currently I think my Nikka Coffey Malt takes the high seat
@kirbymarchbarcena3 жыл бұрын
@4:44 "Okay, let's pretend it's some CRANBERRIES and let it LINGER.." That's what a ZOMBIE might say WHEN YOU'RE GONE after it BURY THE HATCHET
@jordanoddi71233 жыл бұрын
Would love to see an Orange Liqueur taste test/comparison!
@joemccall89913 жыл бұрын
Getting the day off to a good start, what whiskey can I taste test this morning?
@nickentros3 жыл бұрын
Whisky: the breakfast of champions
@BrandonsYouTube3 жыл бұрын
Monkey shoulder. I think it's my favorite.
@blakemilitti89083 жыл бұрын
McCormick, all purpose whiskey
@MagicToaster_1fan3 жыл бұрын
Can never go wrong with Elijah Craig
@hardstyle31963 жыл бұрын
@@nickentros i thought that was p&$$¥
@themodernspeakeasy82153 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video. I have a bottle of Highland Park Odin. I wonder what cocktails would compliment that well. Thoughts? I will do I video about it.
@TheLuckyOne3893 жыл бұрын
ledaig 10yo is one of my favourites out of my collection
@joncobb98943 жыл бұрын
I can't wait till I'm 21
@okoustrup3 жыл бұрын
The Scotch add 2-5 drops of water into the whisky to 'open' it - I have tried it with different whiskys - it actually functions. Still I best like Laphrough whisky
@WaechterDerNacht3 жыл бұрын
Nice video! I only own one bottle of Aberlour 16yrs at the moment. How bout tasting some grappa? Love a good grappa after a nice dinner.
@lvcsslacker3 жыл бұрын
also of note, a lot of whiskey drinkers find there's a point of diminishing returns on price vs. experience. where it is for you, that's what you gotta learn.
@dan554693 жыл бұрын
Currently, my most interesting bottle is a Hillrock aged in Sauternes casks
@WhiskeySugarBitters3 жыл бұрын
I've had that once..It is delicious!
@23Serkan3 жыл бұрын
VII edition of Boss Hog an amazing whiskey I tried 2 weeks ago and I sell that $120 for 2oz people loves it so far!
@ShaneCopelin3 жыл бұрын
Great video that brings up some good points. And one of the points was that you were looking for a write off on some Boss Hog. I love it. :)
@fapynn3 жыл бұрын
Great video! ‘Would love to see tastings on any other spirits, but gin, vodka, and tequila would be top of my list to see. I imagine the techniques are similar to this, but it would be great to hear about specifics from a professional.
@MikePulcinellaVideo3 жыл бұрын
Very much enjoyed this.
@Alpenmagier3 жыл бұрын
whats ur fav whiskey ? mine is red breast 15 years irish single pot
@hassenfepher3 жыл бұрын
Make a batch if allspice dram for the holidays. You will forever use dram to mean an 1/8th ounce. That stuff is strong AF
@Vikingwerk3 жыл бұрын
I was gifted a bottle of Floki, Icelandic young malt sheep dung smoked reserve. I've yet to get brave enough to try it. Easily the most unusual thing in my collection.
@comradesomo3 жыл бұрын
$500? I'll take 40 bottles of Mellow Corn!
@pepsiman98823 жыл бұрын
Make that 41
@AlphaOneActual3 жыл бұрын
My most interesting bottle of whisky would either be my Bruichladdich Black Art 07.1 or my Balcones Texas Single Malt Single Barrel maturated full term in an ex-Oloroso Sherry cask for 44 months.
@SanTM3 жыл бұрын
Hmm. Great video. Martin Cate has a similar method of judging rum
@MrEastbaymellow3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Thank you sir.
@SadCrabMan233 жыл бұрын
I’ve become annoyed with the whiskey market and how it’s become a mad house to find rare bottles. There are some great bourbons and ryes sitting on most shelves. For my collection, I’d say my Michters 10 Rye is impeccable along with my Yamazaki 18.
@CocktailChemistry3 жыл бұрын
Michters rye might be my favorite
@robinsharkey66583 жыл бұрын
@@CocktailChemistry THH, Rare Breed Rye, Alberta Premium Cask Strength.
@onggia8503 жыл бұрын
Can not forget Elijah Craig Barrell Proof and Old Forrester 1920 both usually found at MSRP.
@funktifyknow3 жыл бұрын
I'd like to see you try Aberlour A'bundah. It one of my favorite Scotches
@thrgardinad3 жыл бұрын
Whiskey Tribe
@Bmk00173 жыл бұрын
The best whiskey is the one you enjoy, drank the way you most enjoy. I have friends who really enjoy Evan Williams on the rocks, and I also know someone who drinks highland park 12 with ginger ale
@ursamines76433 жыл бұрын
0:32 He whiskeys with Magnificence
@invisi-bullexploration23743 жыл бұрын
I will say that Old Grandad bonded is relatively cheap and can handily hold its own.
@Pkeane043 жыл бұрын
I had a fleeting thought that I wanted to fight you when you made a cocktail with the boss hog.
@artirony4103 жыл бұрын
I think doing this with something like El Dorado's lineup of the 3, 5, 8, 12, and 15 year rums would be cool to see
@harrisonlee95853 жыл бұрын
A Manhattan made with corn whiskey is called a Lexington, Kentucky.
@ogsvx3 жыл бұрын
If you like challenging your palate, and you appreciate a fine single-malt, try to get your hands on a Macallan 25 years old. But not the newer Sherry Oak filling, mind you!
@Magius613 жыл бұрын
Dated yourself with that cranberry joke 😂
@zore52203 жыл бұрын
Talisker is my fav
@keithdye803 жыл бұрын
And a hint of eraser😂😂
@orana033 жыл бұрын
I had a look. Why is mellow corn whisky so much more expensive in the UK I've seen it online for between 27 and 33 pounds. Like for that price I'm getting a bottle of glenfiddich 12
@Supermunch20003 жыл бұрын
Octomore 8.3 is my best bottle
@nickentros3 жыл бұрын
Octomores are simply amazing. I’ve had two bottles of 6.1, one 8.2 and I just got a 10.2 in, can’t wait to open that one
@hunterbeck82683 жыл бұрын
Do something with Balvenie 14 Caribbean Cask, I swear it’s the missing link between bourbon and scotch, so I bet it’d make some interesting cocktails
@v12shane3 жыл бұрын
I want to try mellow corn so badly. I don't believe it's available conventionally where I live
@thenaturalway23993 жыл бұрын
The most interesting bottle of booze I have is a €300 bottle of cognac: Hennessy XO. I actually brought one tax free on my way to my family in law in Indonesia and they slaughtered it (and my gut) within 30 minutes by doing shots with this exclusive bottle. I could not get over it. I had to get another one on my trip back home to pay it respect. This bottle I cherish for years already... enjoying it every time that I feel I somehow deserved to spoil myself. I would never consider using it for a mix or cocktail, there are plenty of decent bottles to do that with... next to some "failed" purchases for drinking pure that do very well in these uses