Reinventing Whiskey Vault - Caol Ila 12yr

[@JeffWhisky]

Big fan of Season 4. Cheers to the next one.

[@Koby616]

Season 4 is awesome 😎

[@chadwinship6291]

As a long time member I love the return to Daniel standing at a barrel talking about stuff. It's what first drew me in. Shenanigans are fun too but I think splitting and bringing back the basics like this is perfect

[@aaronmichael1022]

I've been a fan of all 4 seasons and I'm definitely looking forward the next season. 🍻

[@calebsuydam2502]

Dear fellow boring man, I too love the Caol Ila bottle. Always nice to find someone else who appreciates items of simple quality. Sincerely, Another boring man

[@Carleton.Weaver]

Daniel, the new format of the channel is brilliant with it's deep dives into life, business and whisky. If you are thinking of changing things up, please add but don't subtract, sláinte.

[@urufushinjiro]

I for one am excited for what's next. I, like many, was taken aback when the channels split and the story time started, and while of course we will all always miss the shenanigans I've grown to love what's happening at the Vault.

[@mickwhiskey7960]

I don't miss Rex and the 'shenanigans'. I much prefer your more mature approach to whiskey and discussing it. Thanks, and keep up the good work !

[@hotchoclateguy]

ikr

[@zakeddington]

This season has been a breath of fresh air in whiskey tube. I hope the next season leans into the nerdy side. Educational deep dives are absolutely fantastic. Also, respect and thanks for always being open, transparent and honest about the channel. That paired with the content really feels like the heart and soul of whiskey: sharing drams with friends.

[@billyboy9810]

I've now started watching older videos in the new season for fun like I used to when it was you and Rex. The channel is, for me, really gaining the kind of weight that the old format had, which is nice. It really feels like home again, cheers Daniel, here's to the future.

[@tcbglasgow800]

Love the two channels! Sitting in Scotland drinking a bourbon getting educated by an American teaching me more about Scottish whiskey than I could ever learn otherwise. Keep up the great content and knowledge. 👍❤🥃cheers!

[@Westspark]

Glad it’s back to less shenanigans and more whiskey.

[@Goldenwhiskycave]

I have been a fan for a long time and will remain so whatever you do... very cool. Continue to do so........

[@Orpheus159]

I love the format of people discussing their favorite whiskey or their gateway whiskey. There’s an incredible relatable passion to those conversations. Perhaps guest feature soms and give them the spotlight? Have a conversation with them? Great meeting you last week, it was incredible. -Steven Collins

[@richk6877]

I was going to suggest something similar. I would love to see somm graduates talk about their experience and a whisk(e)y of their choice. Maybe you will find someone who can do a regular spot in season 6.

[@GreenEagle1983]

from what I remember when I had this bottle it was a sweet peat. Such a great sipper that surprised me with every pour ... now I need another or 5

[@DuckDuckGooseFoodCo.]

Always a pleasure at the whiskey vault

[@taylor315]

I’ve appreciated and learned so much from you guys from the start till now. Keep up the great work!

[@buddha8204]

One of the many things I appreciate about the channel is the awareness and honesty. I thought it was just me who felt like it went from "Hey, this whisk(e)y is like this and you should try it" to "Hey, this whisk(e)y is like this, and you will never see it in your life because it was sent to us by a fan who works at the distillery who only sells it in their town".

[@robviousobviously5757]

been here since the advent calendars... not going anywhere... miss Daniel and Rex together, but completely understand why.. cheers you MB'S

[@davidelourenco2537]

Cant wait for what comes next!! Still the best value this channel had against the rest of whisky-tube was bottle comparation. Loved the brand catalog comparation episodes. Loved the "Lets get something else from the shelf that is close to this" episodes.. no other channel has done it or is doing it that way. Cheers!

[@joshfritzjunker2531]

I'd love to hear from people that have attended the school; so maybe they shoot a sit-down video with a whiskey if their choice and talk about how they use what they learned. I think the insight into different aspects of the industry would be interesting

[@texas66]

Exactly what's missing! We have learned about the school and distillery in the first 4 seasons but what are you actually accomplishing? What do people do with this education?

[@EclecticRecordCollector]

I've learned a lot watching all 4 seasons and have come to trust your reviews of whiskey. Its always best to be both informative AND fun! I hope the next season will be that again.

[@vandensoforth]

I appreciate the recap and update about the upcoming seasonal shift for the Vault. Before I liked whiskey, when I was trying to bond with my father-in-law, I found your mentality that Rule 1 should guide all whiskey drinking to be immensely helpful and made it easier for me to find my preferred tasting profile. I look forward to whatever developments you come up with and whatever the next season of the Vault looks like. Cheers!

[@stagesmith]

I learned so much from you guys about Scotch that I was able to have great whiskey discussions all over Scotland

[@nickmccumber7222]

Thank you.

[@discordia013]

So glad you split channels. I literally stopped subscribing for a long time - eventually could not stand Rex's bullshit. May start watching this channel as a regular again. Totally on board with the romance of the old style Caol Ila bottle and label. There is something about that bottle style that makes it feel like a hug.

[@Smokin_Beard]

I came to the Vault when Rex was first around way before the ridiculous bear and eagle intro stuff while funny my favorite episodes were from "season 1" I came for the knowledge and to learn everything about whisky. I always enjoy the history, just a whisky nerd. Here for a good tale and wee dram. Cheers

[@B1gC4st]

I've really liked Season 4. Learned a lot.

[@stoogey1]

A suggestion would be to get some of your students in front of the camera. It would be a good way for them to get their feet wet if they want to do a whiskey channel or advertising, plus they might be able to plug a little during the video and talk about the academy and might bring in some more future sommeliers. And could also help them get subscribers if they do start up a channel. Help future subscribers get a feel for what their content will be like

[@markhatley-k6s]

I thoroughly enjoy this version of the channel but really look forward to the next season, whatever it is. Here’s to Regeneration, Dr. !!

[@ericfairchild5431]

Not boring! Classic!

[@singlemaltfrontier]

This reminds me, in one of those season transitions, probably into season 3, I reduced the notifications I got from this channel. I love season 4 as much as the very earliest episodes and you reminded me I need to bring back those notifications. Cheers, and I'm glad to be here.

[@stephenbailey9969]

Thanks for the suggestion. Looking forward to comparing the Caol Ila with the Ledaig 10.

[@gsamuel13]

Whatever the next season holds, it will be be top quality and I am excited for it!

[@PeatedSander]

Huge fan of season 4, HUGE. It’s a great season, one of the best. Can’t wait for season 5

[@kierantomlinson4594]

I came across your channel purely searching for a review of Lagavulin 16. I subsequently watched all of your old reviews and have enjoyed this season the most. It’s refreshing listening to life lessons/stories alongside the whisky reviews. Caol Ila 12 was the first whisky I ever had in Scotland and has long been a favourite. Can’t wait for the next season! Kieran

[@jordantorres8735]

Was a big fan and watched a lot your content in the early tribe days. As time went on I found that I’d stopped watching and engaging. I saw the announcement video of the splitting of the channels and thought it was a bit sad, as I did still tune in occasionally to watch a video that piqued my interest. But now, this format of Daniel talking to camera has me hooked again, such an easy thing to put on in the background and listen to. It’s really a testament to how interesting you are as a person. Keep it up mate. Happy to go wherever you take us!

[@sindorius]

I think there's a comforting relaxing appeal to having a whiskey professional such as yourself sit down alone with a whiskey and talk with us, but there will always be a magic having another person to bounce off of. Rex was awesome but maybe you can reintroduce having ocassional guests go through them with you.

[@clifcorcoran9917]

Caol Isla 18 fills that mid palate in very nicely.

[@tommccafferty5591]

Two months ago, I got a haircut for our 51st anniversery on the Beardbrand KZbin channel. It has over 700,000 views. You are correct about the size of subsciptions. Beardbrand has over 2 million subscribers. But you, and the Tribe are my favorite whiskey channels by far.

[@bramleenen]

As a fan of all the seasons, I do hope you and Rex still have a good relationship as you did seem like good friends. Even though your characters differ a lot. Watching this video enjoying a SV 2015 caol ila. Cheers

[@RealJahzir]

I look forward to the adventure. Cheers

[@dbltime]

Bring it Daniel! Looking forward to the next season. Cheers 🥃

[@ryanz76]

This one is in my favorite list for sure.

[@WeeStrom]

"All the stuff you like is boring!" People say that about my chosen motorcycle too. Doesn't make me love my bike any less, take less joy from a ride etc. Cheers Daniel, looking forward to the next "season".

[@ronniearcher3248]

A truly great description of a wonderful dram. Good luck with the future buddy!

[@aaronsmith4678]

Looking forward to what’s coming next. I must say, I have really enjoyed the ”sit down at the barrel with Daniel” aspect. I think it’s very appealing to those of us that do this in real life. Sitting around an object, usually fire, drinking whiskey, and having thought provoking conversations.

[@whiskeyyum1341]

Going to tell it as I see it. - - - 1) never go to the childishness of W-tribe, but please leave behind the “Mr. Roger’s” fireside talk about non-whiskey feelings 2) add someone to the W-Vault who wants to learn and discuss the whiskey with you and the attributes of the process 3) when evaluating whiskey don’t hesitate to say it the way you taste it 4) do some prep beforehand so the episode has some direction 5) watch some of present W-Vault episodes with your eyes and ears focused. I taught college for many years, watching a video of your presentation really helps. Best of luck - greatly want you to continue succeeding! I have learned so much from YOU!

[@richk6877]

Two things: One, as I mentioned in a reply to a comment, I would love to see a once a week thing where a somm grad talks about their experience (or something else interesting) and a whisk(e)y of their choice. Two - Whiskey Vault is a valuable resource to me. I work in retail and unfortunately I cannot sample every new whisk(e)y that comes into the store. Most of the time I can find a reliable review on Whiskey Vault, though reviews of accessible bottles did start becoming harder to find through all the rare/gifted stuff. Anyway, please make sure that through any changes to the channel that you make the resource aspect remains. Thank you for all your efforts!

[@Mercutio01]

The rampant complexity in design really makes it clear why the old standards are so good. That's true of the Vault, too. I've been around since before Rex and I'm still here now.

[@Mercutio01]

If you're looking for suggestions, I like the idea of *this* but with rotating guests.

[@-RONNIE]

Thank you for the video definitely one of my favorites 🥃 Congratulations & keep up the good work with both channels, academy & distillery 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ChadWinters]

OG Whiskey Vault Crew….bought the T shirt :) Enjoyed the ride and the changes

[@shanegrosskreutz5446]

Love the philosophy about the two things you are trying to promote with the channel!!!

[@WhiskyWolf514]

On a random note - to me Caol Ila 12 is such a wonderful summer sipper. Always get very lemony and citrusy notes on the palette. Always a pleasure to stop by for a video even if I don't comment every time 🥃🥃

[@Jokeahontus]

You once tossed out the idea of a book club type thing. You recommended 'Proof' which helped me understand whiskey on a scientific level, which only made me more nerdy and love the topic of spirits I think that would be great form of video, each week discussing a new chapter and talking anecdotal info or whatever. This channel and all the seasons it's gone through has built one of the great passions of mine, and my friends all love to have a drink with me because of the way I talk about spirits (non-snobbish), which I learned here. Can't wait for all that the future brings!!

[@Scotchnow]

Loved this season but trust you will take us to cool new whiskey places always...

[@cjb00742]

I would love to have deeper dives into the nerdy aspects of whisky/whiskey and distillation and how yeast,grain,still,wood and time can change the whole thing.

[@Evander42117]

One of me absolute favorites

[@robertleidner9703]

This is amazing! Keep doing whatever you do. It’s always good.

[@Noxfumes66]

Mate….. it was loads of fun….. someone else wrote this but, I’ve learnt a lot…. Drinking more whiskey/ whisky / Bourbon….. thanks…… more please….

[@arstenebrous4599]

Grow the grain, harvest the grain, create, and experience the finished work. Whisky has seasons to follow already. You could use that as inspiration. You could recruit new people or marketing school members (grow), lead them through to find what they like most (then harvest), see what they come up with (create), then experience and highlight the finished work. Or whatever else you come up with. Here for it regardless. Look forward to the next season

[@Mykkus]

I really enjoy sit down with Dan at the barrel. Interesting to see what the new thing will be.

[@TimHoekstra]

Looking forward to seeing season 5 in action, season 4 is already timeless.

[@alexmohar54]

Buddy cop relationship is fun to watch. Works well on shows as well as YT channels. Would love a co-host

[@RobertQvist]

Do I miss the old Whiskey Vault duo style? Yep. Do I LOVE the new "Daniel at the barrel" videos? Yes! Do I love the stories and the style of the "new" videos? Hell yeah! Am I excited for the future of the Whiskey Vault and what you'll turn it into? 110% YES! Cheers to a new adventure!

[@ericnewman9770]

Fan for a long time, I like the idea of getting back to more "nerdy whisky reviews". I feel like it is hader today to select good whisky because the good stuff is getting harder to find and afford, plus the market is becoming saturated with new quick to the shelf stuff. Not complaining because we now have aisles to select from instead of a few shelves, but keeping up with what I should by, should spend and can find is tougher today. Happy whisky hunting. 🥃

[@alabamafootballpodcast3582]

INTERESTED!

[@matthewdaly7423]

Love these videos you put out

[@ChadWinters]

Not boring, classy and understated

[@johnmorgan7262]

I have issues with Caol Ila. Defintely lean toward other Isla products. Ardbeg in particular. The way you stated it makes sense.

[@HeathRS]

Caol Ila 12 may be my absolute favorite.

[@ytbenny1964]

I am a huge fan of your season 4 change of direction but I trust your judgement and look forward to season 5.

[@hotorangetechtalk7971]

Huge huge fan and love the idea

[@carlupthegrove262]

I'm with ya...

[@Nordicdoc]

I love the current season.

[@TheWhiskeyRambler]

I’ve been a fan since season 2ish. I have loved season 4. While I found the whole Som and Mooch schtick entertaining, I find I enjoy story time, whiskey nerd, and life/business lessons more. What I think would be cool for season 5 would be some guests every so often, either Soms, or people from distilleries. Also maybe little sneak peaks of what is taught at Whiskey Marketing School, like little mini lessons.

[@Koby616]

Great whiskey. I like simple bottles too, it's better than whiskey talks for itself not the bottle design.

[@BRR1993]

Been a big fan of the vault for years, and have particularly enjoyed this season. You've mentioned bringing in other somms on a couple occasions, and the next season of the vault feelings like a good opportunity to do that. I would love to hear what some of the other somms are doing after completing the program, hear their stories about what got them into the industry, and see how they approach a tasting differently.

[@markorrico2779]

I’m really enjoying this season, but I think I’ll generally like whatever Daniel comes up with. Honestly, it was a bit shocking when you said the spit was a year ago, this still feels like the new thing. There might be some whiskey left in the bottle for this season yet. Cheers!

[@mikeclarke952]

Daniel, I'll speak for myself, but I really like when your channel teaches me HOW to drink neat whiskey. What glass to use, how to swirl it to let air in and fragrance out. Next is when you teach us regions of whiskey and what makes them, them. What to look for in a good bourbon vs a supreme bourbon vs a blended Scotch vs a supreme Scotch. And I'm dumb, so I need this every few months so I don't forget (also for new viewers, you can never go wrong). Finally can I add a drop or 2 of Drambue or cranberry juice, does it only have to be water? Thanks

[@OverlandDrams]

Let's Do This!

[@TheReal_DeanD]

I'm a big fan of Season 4 and I really hope this format stays. I hope for more Single Grains come in the following seasons. I'm hoping the higher age statements get reviewed.

[@ConnerCP]

Not reading any other recommendations, but for Season 5 - but here is my pitch. I like the 3 Act format... so... Act 1 - you introduce someone who has recently attended one of your classes. You ask them why they signed up, and what they wanted out of the class. Act 2 - you ask them what their favorite Whisk(e)y is ... that you have in the vault (or they brought). You then drink this together, sharing tasting notes. Most likely this Whisk(e)y has personal and special reasons why it is their favorite, and the conversations around this could get interesting. Act 3 - you ask them if the class was up to their expectations. Here I expect a few people might reply that they were disappointed - that's fine! and will make the episodes authentic and could possibly be feedback for you to improve the classes going forward. Anyway - there's my pitch, cheers!

[@MartinMcClellanGT]

Would be cool to add Rex again into the mix! I can’t wait to watch the next chapters.

[@macdaddy9344]

Season Five… Let’s Go!!!!

[@richardbyrd9148]

Always enjoy your round barrel discussions. As a suggestion I personally would be interested in seeing counter/balance point/thoughts on your subject and whiskey from an guest alumni of the school.

[@ianreynolds494]

I would like to see this channel focused on education and what is interesting about the world of whiskey. More like "you should try this whiskey because of this interesting fact or story that can be told" Would also love to see interviews or deep dives into the folks and process behind whiskey. What even is yellow dent corn and where did it come from? Are there enough Oak trees to keep making bourbon barrels? Why did Japan follow Scotland's lead when their climate is closer to Kentucky? Kind of like mini lessons that you would cover in the school directed at a broader audience. Probably lose thousands of subscribers, but would give deeper knowledge to those who want to hear it.

[@clydekimsey7503]

Brewzie is the only channel I know of that has more subs. I always thought of your channel as talking about bourbon more so than your whiskey school

[@natrick]

I think I subscribed right around the 600 mark. Still happy to be here.

[@schill58]

This is my crazy busy season, if you are flying me down there for Kirk hangs out with Daniel and tries all of the whiskey, we are going to have to wait until at least Season Six 😂

[@williamclose6978]

I think you should incorporate something you brought up on one of your sit and talk with a bottle episodes. Maybe have a student guest start just to be the organizer of blind tastings. They select the bottles under an overall theme, give you a chance to go into the reviews blind, and then join in at the end to discuss their thoughts with your discoveries after tasting it blind.

[@Darbobski]

It is interesting that you perceived your chemistry with Rex as "oil and water". I never saw that. I did see Rex as less informed as you, but as he spent time with you that gap lessened and Rex began sounding far more seasoned. The humor worked well because you and Rex took on a jokester and the straight-man dynamic. If this is going to change, then I'd suggest a new name for the show entirely. If you are going to be the centerpiece, then I would call it something like "The Whiskey Wizard" or something along those lines. You bring the wisdom and insight side of things and that is cool.

[@alexmacquart2477]

Enjoying the style you are presenting in, maybe season 5 should be exploring “new world” whiskies, like Taiwanese, New Zealand, Australian etc.

[@alangray6961]

I love Caol Ila, but not so much in the official 12yo. Its such a versatile whisky that it tends to cope well with any cask and is really popular with independent bottlers here in Scotland. I have had some cracking Caol Ila's from Signatory.

[@matthewgabbard6415]

God, thank you. All we want is just basic reviews . We don’t need an hour of horseplay between two grown men

[@realwickedbrew]

I very much enjoy learning about whisk(e)y, but I also do miss the occasional shenanigans. Shenanigans can be the sip of water before trying something new. Just cleanses the palette a bit. I'd also like to see some focus around small American distillers who are trying to do it the right way. Give the little guy a boost. Maybe talk about where they distribute or how to order from them directly, if that is possible.

[@natecg87]

Great season four! If I had to take a guess what may happen for season five is that Daniel mentioned he “might not be around forever” which means maybe he will introduce and integrate some one/others into the channel to eventually take over. Now I doubt that’s how “season 5” ends but may be the start of that.

[@oldduffer76]

To be honest, I’ve transitioned from Whisky Tribe to the vault with you, I’ve always more appreciated the very early years to the recent. And surprise surprise that involved you and a barrel! 😂

[@neilmattos2756]

🙌🏻😁🥃 cheers to season 5.

[@kompressor740ify]

It would be nostalgic to hear the tribe toast once in a while!

[@johnmcelwain5884]

Hello, some ideas: 1. An Awareness Intern. You are a school and can give credit. Go to some trade shows, do a research paper, semester sampling 2. Semester of the Somm. Have one Somm per season show up and talk. Can be one of the weekly videos, once a month. SOMM speaks and Daniel listens. This builds depth, other faces familiarity. 3. Season 5 visit some places and relate to the lifestyle.

[@malthus0016]

the gags and the sketches have been instrumental in bringing in new people to the hobby, id love if you brought the feel back, even if it isn't rex.