Kilchoman 100% Islay + Suntory Japanese Whisky

[@temperlemon]

So glad to see y'all review my beloved Suntory yellow label! I enjoyed it greatly while visiting Taipei and Osaka, it mixes wonderfully with "Apple Sidre," a carbonated apple "juice" sold in Taiwan, and makes a delightfully drinkable highball.

[@galliman123]

kakuhai is famous for a reason :P

[@georgetrujillo9618]

Just got the notice that the wife is going to be induced in an hour. Im buying my newborn a bottle of Bushmills 21, having it engraved and giving it to him on his 21st.

George Trujillo congratulations 🍾🎉

[@gilbertgoldsmith1158]

Congratulations. That is a great bottle.

[@enticingFicus]

Congratulations! That’s a great idea. Wish I did that for my little guy 3 months ago.

[@malcolmjcullen]

Great idea! Hope you're never tempted to crack it...

[@georgetrujillo9618]

Malkatraz that’s why I have a bottle of my own, or two.

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

Kilchoman was one of the first Islays I connected with. They are doing some tasty stuff. I had the 100% Islay earlier this year and found it floral and herbaceous, both on the nose and on the palate. Not a lot of bite, but rich, creamy, and full bodied. Surprisingly, the finish doesn't linger, but it does start to sneak up on you as you sip. Definitely leans into the smokey peat, though the cereal sweetness adds a nice balance. As much as I have had several Kilchoman expressions, I don't seem to have made many notes on them. However, for the ones I do have notes on, there is a distinct family resemblance.

[@azavala1430]

15 different bottles mentioned by Daniel and no mooching by Rex. How times have changed...

[@hotdog99100]

Maybe not at heart, but in head - Rex is playing the long game....

[@shilohstore6086]

The greatest trick the mooch ever pulled was to convince the world that he never existed.

[@althoffb]

Rex no longer wears the mooch necklace anymore. :-(

[@shilohstore6086]

Mouth feeling and wenises words that help me get through my day!

[@bradl2636]

Is weenii the collective noun for weenus?

[@meesternibbles]

Come for the in depth reviews, stay for the immature humor and excessive weenus.

[@WhiskeyVault]

for science

[@adamschoedel8829]

I live in Japan. Suntory Kakubin (the whisky in this video) is not particularly great or even memorable. But it may be the easiest-drinking, least offensive budget whisky you'll ever try. That is what's most remarkable about it. And it's dirt cheap (around $10 a bottle). It's quite an accomplishment. And the label isn't lying. It makes a really refreshing club soda highball.

[@ErikWaitWhiskyStudies]

July 17, 2019 - Watching from the Castle Hotel in Huntly, Scotland. A truly terroir driven whisky! You guys NEED to visit Islay! It’s a magical place! About 98%+ of Scottish barley comes from the eastern coast as well as eastern England because it is relatively drier than the western side of the UK. So, Kilchoman producing whisky from 100% Islay barely is quite unique. They also have a malting floor which is rare these days (there are around 8 Scotch distilleries that do) but they still use barely from Port Ellen for their other whiskies.

[@cannistershot2277]

I have a Kilchoman 100% Islay, 8th Ed. (2018 release) that is very very good. Highly recommended.

[@JAllenClark83]

Glad to see you guys touched on Kilchoman! 100% Islay is good stuff. I've got a bit of the 7th edition left. I've had Sanaig, Sauternes Cask Finish, and the most recent Red Wine Cask. Honestly, though, I've found the finishes to be a little dull, like the secondary spirit is muting rather than complementing the subtler notes of the Kilchoman base malt. In my experience, the ex-bourbon Kilchomans are where the distillery really shines, much like Laphroaig. I'd love to try a Kilchoman at 9 years or more at least partially from European oak. (Have you guys tried Laphroaig The 1815 Legacy Edition? Or An Cuan Mòr?) For now, though, I am absolutely loving the 10.5-year ex-bourbon Private Cask that I recently won by auction. That guy is easily in the top 10 of my current whisky collection.

[@Metetron]

That Suntory whiskey is what I bought for myself as a souvenir on a budget from Japan, was about 10€ for a 0.7l bottle. I don't remenber seeing 4l bottles, but it was next to the 4l sake bottles.

[@webcompanion]

Love that Suntory, had it in Tokyo and it's what I call a "polite" whiskey. Laughed when you guys "listened" to the glass and it said "I'm sorry". LOL

[@jasonbeary5771]

Funny seeing these guys all looped-up on hooch. They have a good time.

[@peterabelnagy7190]

The Kilchoman 100% 7th edition is my favourite.

[@RyanErland]

Can you guys review Jameson Black Barrel? I just got a bottle and it's glorious!

[@richardarmitage5976]

Sorry in Canadian has many different meanings, first sorry means excuse me, second is ok I get it, third is watch it, fourth may be followed by a kich in the sac.

[@SuperCidalFilms]

I wonder how that compares to the Machir Bay

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

I can't find my notes on Machir Bay, but I seem to recall it being a touch sweeter than the 100% Islay. Looking at my notes, there is a distinct family resemblance between the 100% and other releases. If I was to describe it, the 100% Islay is like the purest expression of what Kilchoman has to offer. Everything else builds off that foundation.

[@alexanderscharnberg6947]

So as far as smoked tea, do you mean something like Lapsang souchong tea?

[@III-jj8qk]

Currently sipping a 12/87 sherry/bourbon ratio version of machir bar. Just incredible malt character to it...

[@Anarchyinc]

Does what bourbon the barrel used to hold affect Scottish whisky? I'm sure the answer is yes, but is there a series of whiskies you could sample that would demonstrate that?

[@Metetron]

I don't even drink whiskey, am a rum guy, but to date my only experience with whiskey has been Suntory which I brought from Japan. Practically all restaurants there offered "whiskey coke" which I'm pretty sure was made with Suntory.

[@worldcomicsreview354]

The basic Nikka Black is used a lot too. That and this Suntory are absolutely everywhere in Japan, more common even than Jack Daniels

[@mindfu11dr0n3]

have they ever done the suntory 711 prime whiskey? i think it has a good maple character to it.

[@gregdankert]

Love an episode talking about port, sherry, Madeira, stout - go to tastes for distillers' expressions

[@nickkamaka8877]

I just got 2 bottles of the Glenlivet 14 that they finished in Cognac casks. Have you guys had a chance to try it yet? What are your feelings about Glenlivet in general? Thanks for the videos!

[@michaelgildersleeve5330]

Is that the suntory kakubin??

[@bradl3593]

Yes but in the flask size by look of it.

[@michaelgildersleeve5330]

@@bradl3593 perfect. I must track this down.

[@RobWiskow]

I've been watching for a couple weeks now, and have been loving every minute of it. Looking at the spreadsheet of what's in the vault, I'm surprised there is so little from Europe outside of the British Isles. Is whiskey really not made in those countries, or is it just hard to get your hands on it? I think it would be interesting to compare a bunch and see what sort of cultural variations you get.

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

There are a few European brands that have decent international distribution, but many don't. And those that do manage to get exported to North America don't usually have the economy of scale to make them particularly competitive. Taste for taste, they don't always stack up against bigger, more established brands at the same price point. All that said, it is absolutely fascinating to try whiskies from a variety of countries side-by-side. It would probably make a good Whiskey Tribe episode: Around the World in 20 Malts.

[@jeffreyrollins3915]

What’s your favorite whiskey to go along with dessert?

[@jaydeecash3548]

Whats your guys favorite shot whiskey to drink?

[@dennysetyono8338]

Wah sutedjo, dapat darimana tuh japanese whiskey nya....

[@whiskeyworksgraeme]

Rex, it's the hibiki dipped into sushi and wasabi. Unbelievable combination by the way.

[@JoeGo89]

You guys need more guest on the show! It creates a new and hilarious environment!!!

[@SelfSM1987]

When did you do something with sushi? This doesn’t sound familiar.

[@BlueMooseVA]

Question for Daniel, if I were looking for a good book/set of books that cover the history of whiskeys, what would I consider purchasing? Cheers Duke Uisge and Old King Mooch, love the channel.

[@WhiskeyVault]

First stop is Lew Bryson's "Tasting Whiskey" After that, it's all over the map

[@maltymission]

*imagine a smoked English Tea --> that would be kinda like Lapsang Sushong, no?

[@nathanclark3575]

Loving the recent epiisodes y'all. loved the last two episodes with the Grouses. Wanted to throw an idea out at y'all. Basil Hayden's Rum finished rye. it would be cool to of coarse compare it to their regular rye, and compare how it compares to angel's envy rye

[@kevinboyle7861]

When you describe flavours as "light" or "dark" what do you mean?

[@angryasian2]

Dark generally means richer, stickier, denser flavors. Think stewed peaches. Light means a little thinner, maybe acidic, less heavy. Think fresh peaches.

[@mjardeen]

I love Unagi!!

[@Matt-gf4gd]

I always order Unagi at sushi!!!!

[@patmcdermott8547]

Your story about the nine foot tall radioactive drunked-up rattlesnake smuggler made me think of Brian Burns' Rattlesnake Tequila - "Don't tase me, bro!".

[@clos2132]

I was literally just watching one of the older donation days of the Kilchoman Machir Bay yesterday!!! WEIRD!

[@kompressor740ify]

Hey guys, wanna know what I called weenus when I was a small child? Knob jokes aside I need some 8 feather now!

[@matthewwright57]

I know you are just standing there, looking over at the Kilchoman Madeira bottle.

[@ques4estas]

Oi sutedjo, bagi2 lah....😂

[@gimpycpu]

Actually Nikka black is even more budget than the Suntory kakubin

[@haroldfitzpatrick5900]

"Smooth" describes texture, not flavor. (As opposed to "roughness".)

[@eriksonofander]

Maybe orange juice after brushing your teeth.

[@jcrew334]

Someone say my name?

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

Japanese whisky and sushi: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYPShZ6ErM17rKc

[@ngkos17]

Richard Sutedjo... Indonesian surname.

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

Hmmm But i thought Suntory were quitting the whisky business to to make Gin??? Something along the lines of they couldnt keep up with the demand so just decided to cease whisky production and make Gin instead.

[@misio87]

Only the premium aged brands.

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

@@misio87 :( well it still sucks none the less. I loved their Yamazaki and Hibiki 12

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

I wasn't aware they were ceasing production of whisky. My understanding is they are running out of aged stock and can no longer bottle their flagship, age statement products. Many Japanese brands are sourcing stock from other countries (based on flavour profiles) and bottling it just so they have products on the shelves. However, products like Vodka and Gin can be turned around in 2 to 3 weeks. To maintain cashflow and add depth to product lines, it isn't surprising they would look to producing young spirits. However, I would guess that it is in addition to laying away new make. Discontinue sale of aged brands to build up barrel reserves; push sale of young spirits to pay the bills.

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

@@canadianwhiskysmith6453 Aged suntory whiskies were flying off the shelves so they made their money but when they stopped thats when the prices skyrocketted and went up more than 3-4x (or even more at some retailers - depending on the whisky) its original price.Im guessing most of the money from the inflated prices went to the retailer rather than the brewery themselves. I have a partially consumed Hibiki 12 but i cant bring myself to drink it know that i bought it for about £60 and now its worth between £300-600 where found.

[@bradl2636]

Oh yes Richard, #UnagiBuddiesForever. Try the Chita with it.

[@epic2916]

So close lol. Morning all you MB's :-)

[@durinsbane1086]

Daniel you miss pronounced Sooorey.

[@PhatTrumpet2]

You guys are definitely funnier when you have a live audience.

[@bawi2965]

from urbandictionary: Weenis: An excuse for 12-17 year old guys to say a word that sounds like penis but isn't penis. Most claim that the weenis is the flap of skin under your elbow, but we all know that a. The skin is the Olecranal skin b. You are just obsessed with saying penis if you say weenis constantly Bill: "Dude my Weenis is dirty and scratched man" Gary: "You just want to say penis don't you" Bill: "Nu uh. Weenis is a medical term!" Gary: (pulls out medical dictionary to find nothing on weenis) Gary: "GTFO" yea...who would have thought that Daniel is more the weenis-joke type, meaning more than Rex

[@tomski1231]

Savor those sugary nuts how’s the mouth feel Rex

[@jking54544]

First?

[@SuperCidalFilms]

Jason King Yes sir

[@bradl2636]

It's a shame that the best Japanese whiskies never get exported in volume. The commodity stuff is now way overpriced. I have a bottle of Yamazaki 12 I purchased in 1994 that still has the 3400Yen price sticker on it (US$32). That's about what it's worth IMHO... maybe $45 at a stretch.

[@doomblitz1993]

The problem is 2 fold, the decrease in supply because the Japanese scaled down production a while ago and the spike in demand, with the distilleries scaling up production again, the prices will probably normalise.

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

Price is a reflection of rarity, not necessarily quality. As I understand it, they're running out of stocks even for their domestic market. At least that's something I heard from a friend who recently visited Japan.

[@bradl2636]

@@canadianwhiskysmith6453 Certainly. But with respect to "Japanese whisky" it's a bit bizarre because the grain/spirit/barrels can literally come from anywhere (other than Japan) because there is basically ZERO legal regulation of Japanese whisky origin/labeling/production.

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

@@bradl2636 While they are sourcing from other countries for NAS brands/labels, I'd heard the age statements were being scaled back or discontinued due to lack of reserves.

[@bradl2636]

@@canadianwhiskysmith6453 Yes that is also true.

[@gamingmarcus]

"For 120 years they've been the youngest distillery. Now they're old enaugh to do their own stuff" So we've got a timeframe for your distillery then.

[@eaches]

See ya'll at Area 51!

[@Joshcward]

Off camera people should stop talking.

[@rossfudd256]

"Radioactive" Uranium, not that wimpy depleted uranium crap!

[@rossfudd256]

Daneil, you can't not look at the audience, can you?

[@meesternibbles]

Thirst!