RARE WHISK[E]Y FRIDAY! - July 24th, 2020

[@groton27]

one of the best Rare Whiskey Fridays totally laughed my ass off on the Aztec and the MERICA whiskey from Canada. But I have to say Southern Tier is one of the best Brewery's I ever have.

[@Tacocheesecake]

they do make normal whiskeys as well, but i knew how much the boys love hopped whiskeys. the beers are delicious tho

[@117westspirits9]

Thanks for the great reviews! We do occasionally offer super limited cask strength West Coast Whiskey at 117 proof and yes it tastes just like you might imagine. Cheers!

[@sarahgiggles9444]

Oh my. I'm local. How do I find out about any of those cask strength releases? I'm re-watching this while sipping on this whiskey and it is just so darn good. I'd LOVE to try this at cask strength!

[@117westspirits9]

@@sarahgiggles9444 As soon as we bottle them we post on our Facebook and Instagram.

[@txlady753]

Guys!! Loved all the added extra intro to mine! The build up was hilarious!!!! 🥃Renita

[@paladonis]

Hahaha. Awesome choice. I love when there's some crazy bottles that are just outrageous. It's a nice change from the norm

[@bocain812]

Best editing. Thanks for the hours of work.

[@Gookin52]

9:00 your editor deserves a raise for how much he makes fun of you guys

[@wingracer1614]

He doesn't need it. He's still raking in those sweet Duran Duran royalties.

[@thebassrogue]

@@wingracer1614 he's probably tired of this ordinary world... (Sorry, i can't help myself with puns)

[@wingracer1614]

@@thebassrogue Yeah well I guess he does need money to feed himself being hungry like a wolf and all.

[@thebassrogue]

@@wingracer1614 someone else not me is thinking that this new gig will come undone

[@memorama66]

Best part of the episode 👏👏👏

[@kenshin21bob]

Rex's reaction to the 117 West Spirits West Coast Whiskey made me buy a bottle to have shipped to myself.

[@Jenkster]

That was probably the best RWF, in my humble opinion. Cheers! 🍻

[@maxphillips8895]

Some of my favorite episodes are the ones where, if you were going to plan a descriptive phrase for the context....it’s spilling a 1 gallon bag of ping-pong balls! I just love the way it flies all over the place, bouncing this way and that way. It comes back together......eventually with the, “opps, we forgot to give the tasting notes!” Keep it up guys this is why we come back!

[@ggilbody]

loved the high special effects budget on this episode :)

[@rossfudd256]

Fancy Dan, Keep up the great work!

[@TomCowley23]

*has whiskey tasting channel*... “We forgot to give tasting notes!”... you guys kill me 😂😂😂

[@vigothedespised]

This is my favorite RWF. Masterpiece

[@Spencedawg3]

One of the best episodes ever right here. I was dying

[@chriscoleman8826]

Daniel's rants made me laugh my ass off!!!!!!! Only thing better was Rex apologizing. I really needed this today!

[@BottomCoastReefs]

The editing of Rex's reaction to the nuttyness has me rolling

[@bladedchaos7255]

This rwf is why I love this channel.

[@derp292]

Daniel: I love this label because it tells us everything they did to it! Also Daniel: This label doesn't have the distillers name, batch number, they don't say anything!

[@murduk88]

Highly entertaining, boys! Anytime Rex becomes the voice of reason and open-mindedness: 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@wdomburg]

Finally an episode where I already have one of the bottles! I picked up the Southern Tier after deciding to support regional distilleries making hand sanitizer. I think pine is unmistakable, but more of a pine sap than pine needle. Tons of citrus, but not lemon pledge. It's more grapefruit peel than lemon - sharp and a bit oily. I found it overpowering neat, but try mixing a couple fingers into lemonade. The citrus notes from the hops harmonize really well, the pine becomes more subdued, and the sweetness makes the floral and herbaceous aspects more accessible. It's been a go to drink for me this summer.

[@lourensdejager7888]

Just saying fancy dan is the best video editor that I've seen on KZbin. As proven by the fact that he is the only video editor on KZbin that I know by name 😂

[@sarahgiggles9444]

Oh boy. Vista is 20 minutes from me. I've looked up their distillery and their tasting room is closed but they're doing curbside pickups. I know what I'm doing tomorrow! Super excited!

[@ggold3357]

I really like Southertier as a brewery (I grew up around there as well). I can't imagine that whisk(e)y though. May have to look for it when I'm back home just for kicks and giggles. Great episode fellas!

[@bendarel]

Jeebus... the rage level of Daniel... I haven't seen it in a while now XD

[@cswoolbright]

The video quality was truly satisfying. Great job to the production operators.

[@kyleleitch3391]

More editor ball busting please. It works!

[@renaudtpa]

The best episode to date!!! Daniel’s voice for Throttle to Bottle I nearly pissed myself!!!

[@marcwhiskey]

Southern Tier makes really nice beer for sure. I live an hour away but haven't visited yet. Have not tried the whiskey yet.

[@marcwhiskey]

Hopefully someone sends in other whiskey that isn't hopped by them. I'd imagine you would like it better based on you liking their NY Farm to Bottle approach. Same with Black Button.

[@joederue9900]

marc I’m not a fan of black button, well most things they make at least they did that collaboration with O’Beglys and I thought that was fantastic as well as their Empire Rye. Their 4 grain bourbon is alright, but I find that most to Rochester based whiskeys taste nearly identical, something about them all using pioneer malts which has a really distinctive flavor that I get from every one from Black button, Honeoye Falls and Iron Root. Though Southern Teir is about the only guys that I don’t get that note on and I’m assuming it’s bc they aren’t using pioneer malts. At some point I want to send these guys a good spread of upstate whiskeys and see their opinions on them. I do have to say though I have been fancying Honeoyes Grist and Saw Empire Rye lately though. And I’d love to send them some of their Smugglers Hive to but ya know, it isn’t whiskey lol

[@marcwhiskey]

@@joederue9900 i do want to try some of the Empire Ryes since its a distinct NY class of whiskey. Some price points are tough right now because I have so many on my list from other brands that I cant find myself trying $50 bottles of some craft whiskeys that I don't know much about. If not for covid I probably would be visiting all of these places this summer as I don't live far, it's nice day trips

[@joederue9900]

marc yeah I’m the same way, it was a tough buy for the BB empire rye, nearly $90 when that had it out and I had gotten to try it at the distillery but it was like 2 years ago now. I’ve always kinda been a rye guy, or at least rye over bourbon and I love the fact we have a distinctive NY variety of whiskey and whiskey culture. And yeah COVID has thrown me for a loop. My wife and I like to tour and visit local breweries and distillery’s once in the fall and then once in the spring. Needless to say we missed the spring trip this year.

[@ErikWaitWhiskyStudies]

117° West Spirits in VISTA California is actually within San Diego County. I lived in Vista for a short time after I got out of the Marines in 1989 (I was stationed at Camp Pendleton). It is about 40 minutes from downtown San Diego. (By the way.... I sent a link to this video to Rex's grandmother in an e-mail) 🥃

[@jonathanhendricks8899]

I don't chime in very often but I have to say thank you for this review. I laughed my balls off through this entire episode. I really needed a good laugh and that was it!

[@bv4832]

Haha..Daniel always talking about Westward. Have y'all tried any Wanderback? They are taking Westland and aging are aging in in diffrent barrels down in a barn off Hood River. Really good stuff.

[@applelover98]

Instead of a shot glass on that bottle, they should have used a red Solo cup.

[@sketchychoppersociety2448]

LOL

[@chrismcdaniel6035]

this comment gets a like because it fits so well with the over all theme

[@0dysseus42]

Your Editor is a Comedic Genius with the commentary. Reminds me of Geoff Peterson from the Late Late Show.

[@akareject]

Every time you guys talk about beer, I want to open my big mouth. *deeply inhales*... Southern Tier is a fairly famous brewery for making good but also strange beers that include creme brulee , orange creamsicle, and coffee pumpkin beers. To know they are making weird whiskey is not surprising. You should get your hands on some fresh hops. It might help you to better appreciate the variances in taste, flavor, and aroma that hops can provide. That being said, whiskey has plenty of flavor and interesting characteristics without having to add a strong flavor profile like hops. Also, hops are closely related to cannabis. And you might be able to distinguish a similar aroma between the two. Also also, there are a tremendous variety of malts used in beer brewing that could also add unique flavor profiles to whiskeys including but not limited to chocolate, caramel, crystal and pale malts. Please do a Tribe episode on beer explaining how the two are closely related, but utilize drastically different planning in ingredients and recipes to create the best finished product. Thank you and don't forget to click like and subscribe. *passes out*

[@motosnape]

AKA Reject - Excellent idea. Please, please do this episode, guys.

[@thewhiskeyreport1412]

Heyyy. I totally appreciated your comment. I wish these companies would brew some interesting malty beers instead of all these super hoppy ones. I am a giant beer fan, but never did get into the hops side so much. I tried, but the only plants in that family I like are pot and catnip.

[@limbverbatim2220]

I'm American; I do some outdoor activities. Throttle 2 Bottle should be right up my alley!

[@Redsniper23]

#IstandwithFancyDan thank you for your work on this episode. Absolutely hilarious!

[@OscarGonzoJim]

the editing was so good it actually improved my mood, damn guys 😂

[@Whistling_Goat]

I miss these long episodes!

[@BauldeagleX]

Daniel that throttle to bottle voice changer was awesome

[@Kithanalane]

Speaking of weed this episode was done as if they were actually high.

[@gabetruby6416]

Rex’s beard looks more like Daniel’s as time goes on. Rad bromance going on. I’m here for it! 😂

[@Name-vu1kn]

I’m not one for pre-mixed cocktails, but the Southern Tier Bourbon Smash is awesome.

[@eraofthecapybara2884]

Got my first set of glencairn glasses yesterday. They’re far heavier than I expected.

[@brianclausen2344]

All Murica!!! All Damn Day! Alll Damn Time! Wow.... and a plastic shot glass with Texas on it? But then it is a Canadian Whisky? By far, the most unadulterated review from Daniel I think I have seen to date! Awesome job, guys! Wish we could see that first Whiskey and their still!

[@chrismorin1047]

Amazing episode, gentlemen! Well done! I now know I need never try one of those whiskeys. Thank you for taking one for the team.

[@basstreble3]

also, you can order 117W online. super great stuff, the folks there are great, and the still is cool

[@mattalward3777]

So which Snoop video did Rex produce?

[@sajanpalanki3950]

Lol What do you mean Vista is inbetween San diego and LA. It is literally a part of san diego. This distillery is right next to my house.

[@pagedeveloper]

117 west is in Vista, which is San Diego... It is just outside the city... It is 2 - 3 hrs from Los Angeles.. This native California spirit is born and raised in our home state. The barley is grown using sustainable practices in Northern California and floor-malted in Alameda, CA by Admiral Maltings. Once distilled, it is aged for 6 months in small charred American oak barrels. (Is from the site) It is only aged for 6 months.. I thought that the single malt is need to be aged longer...

[@SkisandBeer970]

Dammit! I live about an hour from Buena Vista, Colorado, the location of the Deerhammer distillery, and I was planning on sending you guys a bottle of their bourbon and a bottle of their single malt once I was financially able within the next few weeks. But of course you've had it, you magnificent bastards. I'll have to find another Colorado whiskey to send you!

[@ZacharyCorum]

By far my favorite RWF

[@This_acc_has_quit]

Love Daniel's honesty and love Red trying to find something nice to say. You guys are great! 🤣👌🏼

[@mjhearns23]

You guys need to try to find Southern Tier's Bourbon and Smoked Bourbon. They are pretty well done.

[@chrisriches2624]

Have you guys thought of writing a little song for the RWF I think it'd be quite fun especially with the "jazz hands" ending the intro

[@rogerbarrett2237]

Rex has done the ultimate mooch. He mooched the "flavor fingers" from Daniel.

[@kompressor740ify]

Great editing fancy Dan!

[@Xylasider]

I've had that Southern Tier whiskey. I was also not a fan, which is a shame because their beer is REALLY good! But they have other whiskeys that I want to try. I think it's just the hops that doesn't seem to mix well with whiskey.

[@perciusmandate]

Agreed. If you're going to go full-on All American, at least be funny about it. It also helps to be backed by a good product. For an example, see Black Rifle Coffee Co. Their videos are hilarious; their money goes to support a good cause; and they put out some damn good coffee to boot.

[@mcz2352]

it must be 9 am on a friday because im already thinking about whisky!

[@danielwilliams7925]

Been a bit of a dry spell on the episodes recently. This, however, simply fantastic.

[@reminder9146]

Happy Pioneer day from UTAH!

[@jswanny1]

Happy pie and beer day to you!!!

[@marcusmanchester7095]

I haven't laughed so much in ages. This was HILARIOUS!!!

[@1121482]

Great job on that episode there Fancy Dan! Funniest thing i've seen in a while, like laughing alone in my living room funny XD

[@ThriftyWhiskey]

This was a rough, but very fun episode to watch. Y'all are all over the place.

[@Tacocheesecake]

i got sauerkraut on the taste of the southern tier when i tried it at the distillery

[@JDarrow999]

Loving the editor's additions :-)

[@ulkesh78]

Daniels awfully jazzy today

[@discostoo]

I'd like to make an official complaint about the lack of a stain on Rex's shirt today.

[@ArtosDeDraconum]

I can have just the dumbest, shittiest day, and you guys put out a video like this and just make everything OK again. Thank you guys so much for this public service you provide.

[@grumpymunchkin2959]

“Have you ever put your head in a bag of weed?” Followed with “she’s probably high right now”. I’m in pain I’m laughing so hard

[@jasoncoates1835]

So... you guys have finally tried all of the whiskey that isn't just idiots in glass, and now we're down to these?

[@safromnc8616]

We have a branch of Southern Tier here in Charlotte, I love IPAs but they can't make any kind of beer either....

[@aloysiuseng8086]

You guys tried anything from Lark Distillery from Tasmania? I bought a small bottle back in 2003, can't remember the taste profile after all this time.. 😅

[@jonclark2234]

Rex: “it’s always annoying when they do food coloring...” Also Rex: puts Lagavulin as the quintessential Islay on the wall

[@ArtosDeDraconum]

Also Rex: "The main thing is, do I like it? Is it enjoyable?"

[@hockeysnipes91]

nice review as always. You guys should check out Talisker Distiller’s Edition! heard it’s a great mix of sweet fruity notes with peat smoke. Would like to hear your thoughts on it!

[@Terry12345]

Rarita Reavis you're my kind of people 💕.

[@itatane]

Fun fact: Smörgåsbord is Butter-Goose-Table in Swedish (the Swedish word for sandwich is smörgås). I can see buttery and woody in the nose and palate, but I would be reaaaally worried if a "goose" note showed up... What am I saying?! That sounds like Laphroaig! On a side note, I have always wanted to see a whiskey nerds opinion of Calvados, especially one of the ones from Chateau du Breuil finished in whiskey casks. (technically a brandy, I know, but I gotta stick up for the spirits of my ancestors from Moutiers-Hubert) Who knows, you could also find some whiskey finished in Calvados casks and do a taste comparison to see how the flavors and aroma differ.

[@SC-zp3kn]

Laugh crying in traffic as soon as you said Canadian 🤣🤣🤣 American vet but French Canadian this hit close to home in all the right ways 👌

[@RyanSM]

What did Rex call his grandma? That part cracked me up but I can't seem to get what he said.

[@collinbradford8866]

They're getting worse every episode and I love it more each time 😂

[@ScotchloverintheStates]

There's soooo many holes in that weed story😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤔

[@rvngo2989]

Have you ever done a review on Hooten and Young Whiskey

[@surprisek3918]

If I can find, Throttle 2 Bottle, I'm BUYING IT!!!

[@zanderwow]

Great episode! Rex had me snorting laughing with his reaction! 😅

[@JamesKintner]

So I've been with you guys for what, like a year now? This is the episode you need to point to when people ask what this channel is all about.

[@jaskiratdeosi8548]

What if you guys extract a drop of whiskey from each bottle in the vault in one glass and then try it?

[@highaltitudescalemodeling9528]

This is absolutely the funniest episode you have ever done!

[@ribbit1964]

That was a fun one!! Thanks guys - ‘Murica! 🇺🇸🥃

[@joshrambin231]

I'm seriously considering diving 6 hours to come smoke a canagar and drink some whisky with you both

[@KillCoMentalMusings]

That Murica hype up to "Canadian Whiskey" had me literally laugh out loud, I know Daniel only digs deep when something is specifically irritating and annoying with a whiskey brand and or marketing. And as an aside... has anyone else gotten into the habit of looking behind Daniel and Rex to see if Emma has switched out the bottles again, or is it just me?

[@Caddyshhack]

This is angry hobbit Friday

[@ocdhead]

LOL, good stuff guys! I can tell you had a lot of fun filming this one.

[@matthewmorin7016]

We need a shame corner for shady brands.

[@rumalvar]

So I went to the 117 west web page and cant figure out which whiskey was reviewed. Any help would be appreciated.

[@paigemccabe8311]

117westspirits.com/shop/ols/products/west-coast-whiskey

[@growley6228]

this episode was fricken hilarious! :-)

[@sabrinaalper8855]

Hey R+D or anyone with sufficient whisk(e)y knowledge, I have a question! I had an old bottle of Canadian 1964 12 year old imported anniversary Schenley that I recklessly drank a few years ago before I knew how to taste OR find the price of whiskey. I hated it then, but I'm sure it would be a TREAT now! Can anyone tell me what I missed out on? Or at least how to find another one from around the same time? (drinks made during prohibition) Thanks!

[@joshuapember1841]

Southern tier has great beer.

[@justinta1607]

This is like therapy during covid-19

[@TheElaborinth8993]

EYYYYE SOUTHERN TIER BREWERY! That might be the first NY Whiskey I've seen on this channel

[@joe-e-geo]

Again: Rex - for all of his shenanigans, teasing and low-key bullying - is the diplomat (at least for the Aztec).

[@mattalward3777]

To be faiiiir, in rum there is a desirable note called “banana funk”

[@joederue9900]

To be faaiiirrrrr...

[@HBCrigs]

To be faiiiir!

[@AndrewDembouski]

To be faiiiiirrr there’s a rum called Nova Fogo that tastes like if you took banana baby food and left it open for a few days and took the juice and made it to rum

[@thewhiskeyreport1412]

Yes I often find it in jamaican rums and is actually a note I actively seek out.

[@thewhiskeyreport1412]

@@AndrewDembouski I've had Nova Fogo. I found the banana notes in it for sure. But there are actually rums that lean even more heavily on that banana funk note.