How to Taste and Smell Whisky Like a Pro

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Since releasing this video, I’ve designed something to make whisky tasting even easier-the Whisky Aroma Flavour Tree Poster! It’s helped so many whisky lovers explore flavors with confidence, and I’m thrilled to share it with you. 👉 Check it out here: etsy.me/3OE0smb Cheers! Phil.

[@budj13]

This is not only a beautifully produced video, but your content and style of presentation are exceptional. This is a no frills presentation of the core tools for all of us who appreciate whiskey. Thank you for this valuable content!

[@mrch4se]

Every one of your videos is such a high standard! Said it before and I’ll say it again your easy on the eyes and easy on the ears ... and the contents next level hats off to your sir

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Matt. Means a lot. Glad you like my content!

[@diablofanx9]

You're videos are really good quality! You deserve way more subs and visibility! Keep up the great work

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks so much! Appreciate it. 🥃

[@okishan]

Your*

[@WhiskeyStraightAl]

Phil, I've said it before and I'll say it again - your videos kick ass! Super quality, super info. Cheers mate and have a great weekend.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks mate! Means a lot! Cheers 🥃

[@astello8893]

i'm sipping on Lagavulin 16 while enjoying your videos.. love your videos bro!! The quality is outstanding!! As an amateur film maker and photographer I really appreciate the high quality audio and video!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Awesome! Thanks so much bro! Means a lot

[@niallchapman7655]

lol-ed at the jaffa cake example :p genuine scotsman here, starting my scotch journey. enjoying your informative videos - glad that scotch has found such devoted fans around the world :) and glad i can benefit from the experience and knowledge of those around the world to learn to enjoy my own national drink the better :p

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Niall! I’m glad Scotch gets exported here and that I get to explore it. Whereas it’s much harder for me to find good bourbon from the states here. I guess they don’t need to rely on exports as much.

[@jayledford943]

I'm not a smokey whisky guy, but do appreciate your content, it is most useful in helping me appreciate more and more the whisky I drink.

[@jaimecubides4154]

That was really good. I like how simple you explain the process.

[@DavidSmith-ne1zp]

Nothing better than learning how to further appreciate something you love. Cheers!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks David! Glad it’s helpful

[@jamesstewart9351]

Best information on whisky since I used to do tastings at Whisky Galore way back when. Obviously knowledgeable but making it all seem fun and approachable rather than daunting... Love it.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks so much! I've heard great things about the whisky tasting there. Will have to attend one one day.

[@mariuszel759]

This is the best whisky related channel on the KZbin!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Wow. Appreciate that!

[@julesmcgannon4598]

Great content Phil, I much appreciated the effort and time you put in your videos! Please continue making them!

[@timhutton6786]

I've been enjoying your videos and looking forward to more. Cheers from a Canadian living in Bolivia

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks for watching Tim!

[@kenstaroz1536]

Thank you for this summary of whisky appreciation. Great guide and much appreciated. Just bought the whiskypedia book as well. I did have to look up the meaning of umami 😂. Cheers 🥂

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching. It’s a great book, and good to go through each distillery before trying different whiskies.

[@northernninety7]

My tip for the sip is swish it for several seconds and swallow half of the sip, letting the rest sit at the tip if your tongue and exhale through your nose lightly before swallowing the rest. You get the taste, the after taste and the smell at the same time.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Whoa that’s fascinating! I need to try that tonight. 🥃

[@InWeCome]

Yes the smell that comes back when you breathe out is called retronasal olfaction. It can combine with the smell and taste of another sip (or usually the lingering aftertaste) but can also superimpose on it. This is why the aromatic effects of a whisky reveal different notes at different stages of tasting.

[@northernninety7]

@@InWeCome Yeah it definitely smells different when going out than in.

[@jtf2dan]

on the nosing wheel, on the Peaty slice under the heading smokey it has tea, kippers, salmon and tar.....what it needs is campfire, BBQ smoke, tire fire, house fire, ashtray, burnt meat, burning plastic...as those are better indicators of smoke smells on Scotch than kippers, salmon, tar and tea.....

[@adamhorvath6649]

Nice one! It's clearly visible that you've put decent work into this video and the setup, keep it up! I smashed the subscribe button

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Adam! Glad you smashed it!!

[@JonahGhost]

I’ve been getting into whiskies these days, and I must say. The cheap black label Jack Daniels 7 is very very good.

[@cnwilliams59]

Excellent! My wife is a bit of a nosing savant, but the alcohol makes her kind of sick. I still get a kick out of her sniffing my dram before I drink. She can pull out all kind of notes. I will use the wheel to try to keep up with her lol

[@rbk212]

Your videos are such high quality, when I first discovered you I couldn't believe the channel was as small as it is. Keep it up and you'll be a superstar in no time! Love your work mate

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Jason! Means a lot.

[@Themilkmanskid.]

I like this video because it assures the viewer that the flavor wheel can be used by anyone and that it is ok to pick out notes w/o having to worry if you're pro enough to do so. It is subjective and easy going. Thanks for the education Phil! Cheers! There's got to be a tasting/drinking game that could be made using that wheel somehow😄

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks so much! Appreciate that. Great idea!!

[@steeno1985]

Great video thanks Phil. The wheel is really helpful. Just got myself a bottle of GlenAllachie 12 year finished in new Spanish oak. Can't wait to give it a try! Keep up the good work!

[@backtospore]

I don't often subscribe to channels, but this is a keeper. Great content and graceful sharing of knowledge, thanks Phil

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Edward! Means a lot and glad it was helpful

[@Silphwave]

Hope life is kind to you and you get more time and inspiration to upload regularly because this is great whisky content.

[@jacokemp]

Great videos, Phil! Just discovered your channel, and making my way through your videos from the older ones. Did a whisky tour of Scotland and Ireland two years ago with some mates, and it kickstarted a great love for the dram (even though my palate is terrible!). Looking forward to watching more of your videos!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Amazing! Thanks for watching!

[@mattbullen7522]

Great video, im just learning, finding lots of value in your videos!

[@jaimecubides4154]

Great video! I really like the way you explain the process and the whisky wheel is an amazing tip. I’ll practice with it !

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Jaime! Love the whisky wheel

[@TheKavvz]

Love your videos Phil they got me started on my whisky journey. Looking forward to more. Cheers! 🥃

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

That’s awesome Brad! Great to have you watching

[@JavierDerric]

Good video buddy! Really helps me a lot with my work!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Awesome, thank you!

[@janhemony8630]

Thanks a lot ,a great video because its still a journey for me to discover good quality of whisky's and invite other friends of good drams.Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@ShaylaFrahm]

Great video! Love the office setup

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Glad you liked it!

[@canal-do-guga-namura]

Opening the mouth while nosing really helps not trapping the alcohol vapors in your sinuses. So you're not overpowered by the alcohol and can actually notice the other smells more. Try it, the difference is uncanny.

[@b3aStYyY]

Phenomenal as every other video Phil. It was a pleasure watching, listening and learning. P.S. Now I want to go buy a good whiskey again....

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks so much! That's awesome! Make sure you share and enjoy the whisky 🥃

[@richardagnew4959]

Great to see you back, Phil! How's the bambino?

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Andrew! Going good, finally get into the swing of things. Hopefully a bit more of a routine now.

[@emmanueliyer6605]

Hey Phil, That was a very cool video. I only started drinking a year ago and i knew nothing about spirits back then. But i liked it alot and i became a Whisky/Whiskey enthusiast... Watching other connoisseurs review Whisky always made me wonder "just how the hell are they able to smell all those flavors when the alcohol is so strong on the nose?" Cos i tried it many times with the Whiskies i have, & i must say im learning. Your video was so cool, Loved it! Thanks for sharing your tips & tricks

[@samarchaudhary1684]

Nice bit of learning. Looking forward to ur upcoming informative videos..

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks a ton, working on a couple more now. Hit the bell!

[@matthewneary2541]

Great tips, and new set up works well, maybe add a backlight.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

I just bought a clamp light as you said. So will put that in the new ones. 👍

[@sorinsorin20]

Keep goin! I love the setup and the videos!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Sorin! Glad you liked it!

[@sunyboy333]

Hey Phil really loving your videos, watched all your stuff as I've been really getting into whisky lately. Glad to say you deliver all the right information at the right pace and a great format. I had a question that I thought you might answer or perhaps do a video about in the future. So a lot of people talk about how what you eat/drink prior to tasting a whiskey changes the way you perceive the whisky. Everyone seems to agree on this, but nobody has ever mentioned any form of "palate cleanser" to help between drinking different whiskies or perhaps after a meal. Is there such a thing for whiskey?

[@rares_21]

You make a good work,Phil! Appreciate!🥃

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

I appreciate that!

[@Christopherogley]

Always makes me laugh when...I'm getting ethanol comes out . .top tip...put an aniseed ball n a quarter teaspoon of honey in a good 20 pound bottle ..wait 3 months .drink..make merry....toffee aples n bonny nigbt can be yours ..

[@ActualAkshay]

Zero dislikes tell how great your content really is! Keep it up!!🙏😊

[@FSAS]

Quality guide for someone getting started on the path of fine spirits appreciation. Cheers 🥃 - Patrick

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Patrick!

[@simond.9457]

Excellent video and visual support 👌🏻

[@WhiskyNotesCS]

Superb Video Phil! 🙂

[@terradan2013]

Man, this was really nice! I feel like I know a thing or two now.

[@DonsBeerReviews]

Lots of great tips and pointers 👍

[@SpiritedBewdaCompany]

you are really a pro, I am doubtful about KZbin algorithm. you deserve more subscribers than this. good luck.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thank you so much! Means a lot!!

[@Anand_Menon]

Wow bro... love the depth you have gone to educate us on this topic... 🖤

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks bro, glad to share.

[@aweomechong3477]

Which one has a sweet finish or after taste ?? Or less bitter finish?

[@williammathis6883]

I am just getting into your vids they are great!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks William! That’s awesome. Let’s me know if there are any topics you want me to cover

[@dirkmostert3944]

This Channel Phil🤯 Amazing!

[@vishalnrz]

Welcome back buddy !!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks man!

[@taylorjames1985]

You should do a live stream tasting session man. Need to get myself a dedicated glass!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Haha thanks man. Should I make some First Phil glasses? I wonder what whiskies I should do though

[@taylorjames1985]

First Phil Whisky i need a dram glass, you should get your own branded glasses. I would defo get that ;). Maybe you should a poll maybe the entry level whiskys you mentioned or poss a seasonal tasting session

[@JPicL]

awesome video, can you link the book? I would love to get a whisky wheel in hand.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Jacob! Good idea! I've added it to the description. It's a great book and still my favourite on whisky.

[@briandavidson2684]

I Remember a messy flight on Air New Zealand, with the Fijoa vodka cocktail of the month...

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Wow that does sound messy 😂

[@venumadhav6796]

Hey hi how are you?? Do videos very frequently so that we ( followers) can get some good knowledge.. Anyways nice to see you after long time .... & with good topic 👍👍

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks!! Really want to do more too. It has been a bit tricky with work though. If my audience on here builds up though, it would be good to dedicate more time to this channel.

[@Remrcm]

Cool! Thanks 🥃🥃

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks for watching!

[@Remrcm]

@@FirstPhilWhisky you're welcome! it's been 25 years of collecting Single Malt Scotch Whiskies and the passion for the water of life still goes on. I check all the new whisky guys on KZbin and you're doing pretty well. 🥃🥃

[@kapilkk06]

Amazing information shared 🙏

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

thanks so much!

[@davidthenewtheologian7757]

What whisky has strong wood flavors ? Not sweet like a bourbon ?

[@costas4287]

What do you think about the Glenscotia scotch Islay?

[@kaloyanski]

Great video!

[@marcuschavez7509]

well done sir.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks Marcus!

[@romainz1963]

Very interesting and useful video

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Glad you liked it

[@proyectosamurai]

Great video, it kept connect, thanks for the job

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks John!

[@masfinoreviews3814]

Found this channel by happy accident. Great job explaining things!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks for watching Duane. Glad it was helpful!

[@francr4]

Great video. Just getting into whiskey and all I can smell (nose) right now is alcohol. Will get there some day with enough practice. Quick question is whisky is aged in barrels where does the fruity or spicy notes come from.

[@trombonegamer14]

Try adding some water. AFAIK it comes from the wood sugars, and sometimes the barrels are ex port barrels so they had wine in them beforehand

[@1125mikem]

Cool video.. thx!

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks for watching!

[@MatthewHyatt]

The single nostril trick was nice man!

[@MatthewHyatt]

By the way, I'm from Kentucky!

[@lsodano9258]

It’s not your broken nose that is causing different sensation. Your left and right nostrils don’t smell the same odors. Not only that, they switch sides periodically. So nosing should involve both nostrils independently and together for a full experience.

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Fascinating! That explains it

[@NoAcehere]

3:18 The nasal cycle. Scishow. Go!

[@Johnny2tc]

Nice

[@superodfx]

Choice

[@himanshutripathi6405]

I like all your videos and it is very informative.......i think you should gift me one.🙂 Love from India

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Thanks for watching!

[@JohnsDrams]

I like whisky it's nice. (y)

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Me too. Very nice.

[@leejack218]

1k like!

[@Milestogo0455]

Really informative, Good to learn from you,

[@matt3803]

Are you a kiwi? If so where from?

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Sure am!

[@matt3803]

@@FirstPhilWhisky Auckland? Wellington? Somewhere else?

[@FirstPhilWhisky]

Grew up in Chch, but live in Auckland. Are you local?

[@matt3803]

@@FirstPhilWhisky I'm in Wellington. Was gonna say if you're close by would love to share a dram!

[@Christopherogley]

Rye whiskey I cried .if I don't get. Rye whiskey I surely will die .. when you've pissed herself in Frankfurt and got syph down in cologne .more drinking songs

[@Randall-f9h]

My taste buds must be broken it taste like kerosene to me