SCOTTISH GUY TRIES AMERICAN WHISKEY 🥃

A Scottish guy tries whisky... American Whiskey.
I'm in Red Hook, Brooklyn, New York, staying with the Look Hotel. They told me to go try some of the local distilleries, and so we ended up at the Van Brunt Stillhouse. Being Scottish in its own is a diploma on being a whisky expert, so i was very interested in what it would be like.
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[@crownofall]

Come on admit it you're only human and we'd all rather have a good bottle of scotch. Only problem is in America you can't hardly afford scotch.

[@nicholasn5610]

I highly suggest you go down to the great state of Kentucky and go on the Bourbon trail to visit all the great bourbon distilleries you got wild turkey, makers mark, Heaven Hills, bullet Bourbon, Jim beam, lux row, woodford reserve, Buffalo trace All the great classic American Bourbons to visit!! Happy trails!!!!

[@mattdoe2368]

End up in Rhode Island Sons of Liberty good stuff

[@mattdoe2368]

@@nicholasn5610 my kind of trip??

[@kevinraney2935]

Why don't you wanna talk about Jack Daniel?

[@kaiserhog]

Bourbon is whiskey but not all whiskey is bourbon.

[@deborahbeattie9103]

Thank goodness

[@HemlockRidge]

Duh?

[@jamesbulldogmiller]

Bourbon nor whiskey is whisky

[@robertewalt7789]

The Scots who settled in Appalachia brought their distilling skills.

[@robertewalt7789]

Jack Daniels, from Tennessee, is not bourbon.

[@guidedmeditation2396]

People who don't like Scotch have never tried a good one. Just like people who don't like American Whisky have never tried a good one. It can be fantastic or taste like bleach.

[@marthaclark153]

I suggest that when you take your next trip to the USA, spend some time in Kentucky and do the Bourbon Trail around the state. You will get to try some excellent bourbons! 🥃

[@shaunvlog]

Martha Clark that sounds like a fun tour 🥃🇺🇸

[@AshleyOlivia90]

It’s super fun and many are adding more to their tours. Makers mark built a big restaurant

[@kaiserhog]

Definitely recommend it.

[@agoogleuser4443]

Bourbon aside, Kentucky is just a straight up pretty state. I'm a bit prejudiced because of all the horses, but it is prettier than NC, and that's my home state.

[@kaiserhog]

Both are beautiful but you really need to come to Arkansas. Try Rock Town Arkansas Bourbon Whiskey best craft bourbon there is.

[@aaronvillanueva2239]

So cool to try American whiskey, Shaun! I totally admire your open mind, and willingness to try it all, adventure everything!

[@AshleyOlivia90]

It’s not bourbon if it’s not from Kentucky :) we kentuckians can be arrogant about bourbon too 😂😂

[@PlagueKing_LordFalix]

that's not true. Its not Bourbon if its not from America.

[@shawnmorris906]

@Ant Kec If it aint Kentucky Bourbon, it aint bourbon.

[@peacefulpossum2438]

Bourbon was born in Kentucky, specifically in Maysville, Kentucky, which was once part of Bourbon County. Barrels shipped out of Maysville marked as Bourbon Whiskey. Kentucky continues to distill the finest bourbon.

[@WelshWebb]

I was born in Kentucky, and as much as I hate to disagree, the fact is that as long as it distilled in the U.S. and is aged in charred oak barrels, it's considered Bourbon. We have a decent label here in Michigan, but before my fellow Kentuckians knot a noose and grab their long rifles, I still prefer a good Blue Grass state bourbon any day of the week over one distilled anywhere else.

[@ericbailey6779]

Almost all bourbon is made in Kentucky. Like the lady said, however, legally a bourbon must be over 51% corn (mashbill) and be aged(no time minimum) in new (usually charred) oak barrels.(Scotch makes such beautiful use of used barrels that I wish more American distilleries could do it.) There are a few (very few) decent bourbons made outside if Kentucky.

[@royal1investments]

Just subbed mainly because I like that you are not arrogant, ethnocentric and constantly knocking the U.S. as most LOVE to. Good on you mate.

[@sdimeblazer01]

"We hate American whiskey!!" "Oh hey I'll take those ex bourbon barrels.."

[@RSPDiver]

I appreciate American whiskey for its merits, but Scotch is Scotch. That said, there’s shite versions of both.

[@shaunvlog]

RSPDiver só true

[@callixtusiv7528]

AGREE 1000%

[@americanmade6996]

You make an excellent point. I think comparisons of American and Scottish whiskeys should include some brave soul sampling the worst from both countries. Preferably someone with a spare stomach.

[@douglasreeves9938]

@James Reilly Have to disagree. www.oldest.org/food/whisky-bottles/

[@WelshWebb]

Amen to that. I was never a Scotch fan until I had honest-to-goodness Highlander whisky. I just wish I could remember the label! All I know is that I can't afford the good stuff.

[@theItalianshamrock]

Flannel, beard, and in Brooklyn....HIPSTER CONFIRMED

[@BigRedPower59]

Wine, beer and distilled spirits are a form of art.

[@jasonland455]

Yes go to the bourbon trail in Kentucky a wee bit stingy with the samples

[@Halloween_Hans]

you should look up the whiskey rebellion! might give you an idea of how important it's been historically in the united states as well. cheers.

[@Bacopa68]

Yep. The Whiskey Rebellion is why the whiskey industry moved from Pennsylvania to Kentucky and Tennessee two hundred years ago.

[@Jimmy_G412]

@@Bacopa68 Yep, I'm from Pittsburgh, can confirm this. However recently there's been a trend towards local distilleries.

[@StMyles]

Oh Lord, If I ever get to Scotland. Visiting a Distillery is on my bucket list. Johnny Walker, Lagavullan, Laphroig. Cheers

[@shaunvlog]

Myles Yoshimoto it’s such a. Great thing to do 👍

[@carmenwheatley7316]

I’m not sure why, but I really like the Laphroig. It had an odd taste, but still enjoyable at the same time. I read somewhere it is a favorite of Prince Charles.

[@joceg5963]

theres a place near Edinburgh Castle called the whisky experience. i went last year with my mum as part of a package for the tattoo. its a good place to start rather than try to visit every major distillery

[@maryindiana7470]

Laphroig is Heaven.

[@cerberus6654]

The Johnnie Walker distillery is worth every dime you spend to get there. It's in the middle of nowhere and the people who work there are so, so nice. Fly from London to Caithness. The cellars are an eye-opener - casks of whiskey laid down fifty or sixty years ago for bottling on important dates in the future.

[@ronaldmalcolm5609]

Hey, watch it when talking about Jack Daniels! It's great for treating urinary tract infections! In a pinch, it's also a great gun cleaner. Just don't let the parts soak in it for too long, or they'll dissolve. 🤣

[@THX--nn5bu]

I used it for complete removal of cosmoline of a Russian Mosin nagant rifle I purchased, works better than brake cleaner.

[@markmccreesh8420]

I do love my scotch, especially the Highlands stuff, as I enjoy all my whiskey, scotch, bourbon, Irish, Japanese, they all have their own thing going on and have something to offer and it's all subjective, with no variety being ''better'' than the other. What is not subjective however, is where whiskey comes from, as in where it was invented, and it wasn't Scotland, Ireland holds that particular claim to fame my friend.

[@unclesamsculinarycorner8080]

Jack Daniels is a commercial distillery, but it puts out good whiskey. Give Gentlemen Jack a try.

[@christinaw9807]

I see Jack is not popular with the comments section. But I love the Daniels.

[@unclesamsculinarycorner8080]

Me too. Gentlemen Jack and Jack Daniels single barrel is my favorite

[@seanspartan2023]

Single Barrel is the way to go

[@tacticalsweater5119]

If Jack is #1 it's because it's cheap enough for heavy drinkers when they want to take a step above tub gin lol.

[@yearginclarke]

I don't understand why everyone thinks that Jack sucks, I really like it's peculiar smoky character, I've tried many single barrels that are more complex in flavor, but as far as that characteristic "soothing" smoky flavor, nothing compares to it in that department.

[@justreallybored6014]

All front of the shop people will tell you they are leading the way, that's their job. Grains of salt...grains of salt.

[@mtharrelson]

Such an open mind and recognition of your existing prejudices. It's one of the reasons I enjoy your channel.

[@vPaddyBLOX]

As much as I'd like to say it was true I have to disagree Scotland is not the home to Whisky Ireland is, but I do think we shared it with the world and made it as popular as it is today.

[@SierraBravo347]

There's nothing like a High Quality, Beautifully Crafted Whiskey!👍👍 If it's in a PLASTIC bottle, don't even give it the time of day! Great Video, keep them coming!

[@gwolf6975]

Plastic bottle? Yes, that's a horrible idea.

[@gunz4k416]

new york whiskey? thats hilarious, come down south for real food and drinks.

[@realfloridaredneck1988]

Yeah I've never heard of that yankee brown water, that doesn't sound right. Yankees don't know whiskey like Southerners do.

[@randomstuff2438]

Dongguan Redneck but southern American citizens don’t know whisky like the Irish or the Scots, same goes with beer/lager...they don’t know it like the UK does. UK has better alcohol overall

[@carriestreeter5313]

Outlander on Starz all day today, and now, for some strange reason, I’m in the mood for a wee dram. Damn, there goes the day! 😜🥃👍🏻

[@shaunvlog]

i had no idea it was on - enjoy :)

[@amethystrosemaclaren5853]

Outlander Marathon is Never a Waste of Time! So looking forward to the new season. Enjoy your day my friend. Hugs. 💜

[@xxxxSOSEXYxxxx]

That's what I've been watching.

[@gergc4871]

Fun fact. New York style pizza throughout the United States import New York water to make their dough. How would you like that job? Filling gallon jugs with tap water to ship out.

[@afcgeo882]

Gerg C Coca-Cola has a bottling plant in Maspeth (Queens), NY for their Dasani water, which is just filtered NYC tap water. In general, NYC tap water is UV and chemically treated, but not filtered. It’s that clean.

[@adventuresofpyro9020]

@@afcgeo882 chemicals and clean dont go together...

[@afcgeo882]

Pyro's Lounge Oh yeah? Did you drop out of middle school?

[@Historian212]

Hey, thanks for being open-minded about American whiskey, that's very nice of you. I appreciate the chance to see what's happening near my old neighborhood in Brooklyn, too. NYC does have some of the best water in the US. I moved from there to New England, away from a big city, and the tap water here is undrinkable. Vile.

[@JasonBrownafewmomentsl8er]

I'm American and I always thought I hated whisky but then I discovered single malt scotch. Then I realised I just hate most American whiskys probably because they aren't aged long enough. However there is a local whisky here that I think is quite good called Pendleton

[@brayoungful]

Scotch is aged for a VERY long time because of the cold temperatures and stable temperature range. Bourbon doesn't need to be aged as long because the temperature swings are more violent, pushing the bourbon in and out of the wood at a faster rate. King Car whiskey is a good example of this. It's a fairly renowned Scotch style whiskey in the same way that Japanese whiskey is similar to Scotch. It's aged for a much shorter time than equivalent Scotch because it's aged in Taiwan, which is tropical. That said, you can find Bourbon that is aged 20 years or more, just like scotch. You can expect to pay a similarly high price, and it will be smooth, but you might have a lot more oak taste than you're used to. Most excellent Bourbons are aged between 8 and 15 years.

[@BhBraaq]

@@brayoungful perfectly said sir

[@paultoy9611]

Thank you for trying USA whiskey! We know you have the best in Scotland and we like that because it gives us a great standard to reach toward.I think it's great what you're doing.The Scots are ideal people to try ours because of what they represent.

[@TheLiam14141]

I love bourbon but a good islay whisky is probably my preferred choice.

[@TwoBitWriter]

I tend to prefer Islay scotches. Lagavulin 16 is my standby. Though I can only afford a bottle on special occasions.

[@johnniebee4328]

Indeed, Lagavulin, Talisker, Springbank, and Tullibardine are 4 of my favorites. If you like Lagavulin 16 I think you would love Talisker 18 if you're willing to throw down an extra $50. And then for another $100 , Springbank 18.

[@amritawhitman8112]

"Just don't talk to me about Jack Daniels" - haha!! It's because of my terrible experience with Jack Daniels in my early 20s when I overdid it twice and swore I would never touch anything like that again, I thought I would HATE whisky. But after discovering and watching ALL 5 seasons of Outlander recently over a period of 6 weeks, thanks to being furloughed from my job due to COVID-19, I decided to try Balvenie and Glenmorangie - oh my!

[@grafffuller3265]

As an American with Scottish ancestry, I am loving your channel. Thank you.

[@shaunvlog]

Graff Fuller great to have you here 😊🇺🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@PlagueKing_LordFalix]

Whisky is the tree. All the rest are its branches. Bourbon, Scotch, Rye, Irish, Straight... it doesn't matter. Love what you love.

[@equipage72]

Shaun! What a fine rep of Scotland you are! And the fact that you are open to so many new things bodes well for you. Despite the fact that brown liquor and I do not agree, 🚫, I'm certain you have sold it to any number of those following your vlog! Slainte 🍷!

[@shaunvlog]

Kimber thanks so much for the kind words 😊

[@D123-f9k]

Some pretty good whiskeys in Kentucky too. If you ever visit, do the Bourbon Trail

[@philipstewart7362]

Next time you try wiskey come to Tennessee, you won't be disappointed. If you come during spring you could hit up som highland games too.

[@wandapruner1311]

I have always drank Scotch Whiskey. While in Scotland this summer I found "BRUADAR Malt Whisky Liqueur" made with honey and sloe berries.OMG I thought I died and went to heaven! (discovered at Edinbraugh Castle) Funny, I was going to metion a meet up after ComiCon at the American Whisky Bar around the corner from the event we attended. I guess I was on the right track!

[@edithmary1]

I love Bruadar I discovered it when visiting Blair Atholl castle now every time I go to Scotland I bring back a bottle

[@martylinane7014]

- Aye.. I am NOT usu a "hard" alcohol drinker (more beer/ wine).. tried the same thing after the Tour at Ed Castle.. loved it.. and so sad when I couldn't take it past airport security!!!

[@ac5980]

Ahhhh! I commented a while back on Twitter that I hoped you’d do a Whiskey video! So cool!

[@SolangeBrill]

Spoiler alert!! Jaime makes whiskey in North Carolina...in the books!

[@shaunvlog]

Solange Brill OOoooooo good to know

[@KBcubedP3]

In the show too!

[@BP-or2iu]

You have such a great fucking attitude, man. Glad you enjoy your time in the States and I hope life in Scotland is treating you well. I hope to get there someday. I prefer Bourbon and Irish whiskey, but you’ve inspired me to open up to Scotch and give it another shot.

[@SIOrlove1]

My wife took me to Van Brunt for a tour & tasting on my birthday last year. Well worth the $10. I wound up buying a few bottles and even a barrel which I use as an end table. Very cool place to go if you're ever in the neighborhood.

[@aikidragonpiper71]

You need to go to Kentucky and Tennessee and try Kentucky Bourbon and Tennessee whiskey . And of course see the bourbon trail in Kentucky.

[@RRAlar15]

"Don't talk to me about Jack Daniel's" 😆 I agree with you there, although I do like it mixed with Coke. Jack straight is like drinking gasoline. I'm a new Scotch drinker, I have had mostly brands from Ireland. I will have to branch out and try some from your home land

[@grapetonenatches186]

What is your favorite brand of Irish Scotch?

[@DanieVargas]

Excellent episode Shaun!! Like I’ve mentioned before, my sister lives on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Wonder if I can talk her into venturing into (GASP) Brooklyn!! When she talks about Brooklyn, it’s like she’s discussing deepest darkest Africa!! She USED to be such the adventurer...

[@shaunvlog]

Dani Vargas glad you liked the video. I’ve never stayed on Manhattan but really enjoy staying in Brooklyn. Do you go to NY often?

[@DanieVargas]

My sister (my best friend) lives there!! Of course I go the NYC often. I live in Wash DC so it’s only a 3.5 hr drive. I spend most of my time on Manhattan though... Las Ramblas In the Village, there was a British bar in the Village that bro-in-law got me TWISTED (very drunk) in. But because I have a 7yr old and 5yr old nieces, we usually go out on the Upper East Side (suburbia without the strip malls-LOL)... I’m usually in NYC 5-6 times a year.

[@seanfrashier631]

You need to try Willett and Pappy Van Winkle. Fairly pricey but totally worth it

[@TrikeRoadPoet]

Wicked, smooth and lovely!

[@cyl742]

I wish he could try some craft distilleries. We found one with great whiskey distillery called Wood Hat in Missouri. They had a variety and even grew their own varieties of corn for some of them. I don't even generally drink whiskey and found one of theirs I can drink without a mixer.

[@davidyearwood4842]

First view and first like. Love your videos Shaun keep it up!

[@shaunvlog]

David Yearwood thanks for watching David 😊

[@kaiserhog]

My favorite single malts are Auchentoshan and Laphroaig 10 year old. Talk about opposites!!!

[@eosa]

Go a bit further Northeast and check out Litchfield Distillery in Litchfield, CT. You won't be disappointed!

[@EgbertWilliams]

Bourbon is a type of whiskey.

[@cathleencavanaugh2113]

Nice you have an open mind toward all different experiences. Good product choice....enjoy your research!

[@joeJoe-pb3su]

Buddy go to buffalo trace distillery. You will fall in love..try the original buffalo trace with the big buffalo on the bottle and then work yourself up to the single barrels and rare eagle and other specials like stag and taylor. You will be blown away...

[@M4ttNet]

Love me some Scotch (from a smooth Macallan to a peaty Ardbeg), though I have to say there's a special place in my heart for Knob Creek Bourbon, especially small batch and even more so single barrel.

[@beng808]

If you’re ever in the St. Louis, Missouri area, try the Pinckney Bend distillery and Wood Hat distillery. They both make awesome stuff

[@vivalashenanigans4306]

Qubec has maple whiskey~ you really do need to come here sometime

[@djentyman4002]

As an American I love Jameson. Irish make some damn good whiskey!

[@canadiannavigator3346]

Scotty W ... Try Glen Livet ! As a Scot, I always preferred Canadian and Irish Whiskies. Canadian Rye, Irish Myst, Sangers, Bush Mills, Crown Royal. However, Scottish whiskey has come so much further lately. Wow ! Speithburns is excellent as well

[@djentyman4002]

Vladimir Timofeev you’re entitled to your opinion. I grew up with it. My family are decedents from Ireland and they have strong culture. I also drink Guinness.. gonna tell me that’s overrated too?

[@djentyman4002]

Vladimir Timofeev but Jameson is a classic. It’s old school and I think it’s pretty good but I like all sorts of whiskey.. I’m open for any kind

[@Jamiek485]

Come to Kentucky try our bourbon! :)

[@arejayheix]

Try Stranahans!!!!! It’s a Colorado single malt and super renown!

[@terrycarter1137]

Shaun, if you want a bit of fun, come to Virginia, and visit cities and towns named after Scottish towns like Edinburough, Virginia. see what became of the Scotch/Irish after they were kicked out of their countries after they misbehaved.

[@ginnyjollykidd]

So glad you like American whiskey! I don't partake, but people here in Kentucky like the Bourbon that is made in our local distilleries here. Kentucky is known for serving what are called Mint Juleps, which is Bourbon Whisky over ice with a mint sprig garnish -basically its an excuse to just drink Bourbon, but I think you might object to the crushed ice, because it looks like you like your scotch neat. However, Mint Juleps are a favorite drink around the Kentucky Derby (coming up the first Saturday in May!) The Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the Triple Crown, is a steeple chase at a horse race track, Churchill Downs. It's been called The Most Famous Two Minutes in Sports." But here in Louisville, Kentucky, the celebration lasts almost all April: funny Derby - themed events like "The great Bed Race!" The Kentucky Derby is also called the "Run for the Roses," because the winning horse is draped with a carpet of roses that is prepared by a regional grocery store called Kroger. The preparation is open to the public though roped off to separate onlookers from those laboring on this coveted blanket of beautiful rosebuds. The Derby is for male 3-year - old colts (a horse isn't full - grown till 4 years old). The Friday before the Derby runs another stakes race only for 3-year - old fillies, and it is the Oaks stakes, or just the Oaks. Their winners garland is made from lilies, and the same grocery chain puts this coveted flower blanket together. About the Oaks: so many teachers would take this day off of school or call in sick so they could attend the Oaks that the school system in our county gave in and declared that that Friday, called Oaks Day, would be a school holiday, because the school system had such a hard time getting substitute teachers county-wide that day.😊😉🐎 Fireworks, the Pegasus Parade, the Great Steamboat Race, the "Run for the Rosé", Waterfront events like concerts in the open are held to amuse many tourists and millionaires alike. We natives also attend, but most of us create our own Derby Parties and watch the stakes on TV all day. Come visit and wager from $2.00 up to as high as you dare! I'll be glad to put you up free, and I believe you'd be able to watch the bed of roses being worked on at the Kroger that is across the street from me!

[@aikidragonpiper71]

Go visit Kentucky and Tennessee,excellent Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey. I drink bourbon most of the time . I like scotch too but it’s very expensive in the U.S.A. But as far as small craft distilleries they are all over America. There is even one in my state of Arkansas called ( Rock Town ) in Little Rock, Arkansas. They make Bourbon,4 grain whiskey, and Moonshine and my favorite 100 proof Apple Pie Moonshine.

[@dutchray8880]

Glenmorangie is my favorite but it's very expensive in the USA.

[@KellyfromMemphis]

There is a “tavern” here in Memphis, Tennessee (Belle tavern) that has 150 different brands of bourbon alone (along with other whiskeys) And we have the best live blues and rock and roll 7 nights a week...🥃🍸🍷 you’re always welcome here 🤗

[@bzwaters]

If you ever find yourself in Los Angeles, try and visit the Lost Spirits distillery. They have a truly fascinating process for distilling/producing American Scotch whisky and Rums and it is very much worth everyone's time!

[@kyrocks1000]

Come to Kentucky and do the bourbon trial I'm not sure how good it is but usually you get to sample a few of their different bourbons.

[@mortimerbrewster3671]

Do the bourbon trail in Kentucky.

[@dmknight08]

Woodford Reserve is the most popular in the circles I traverse. We consider it the crown jewel of American whiskey. It’s made in Kentucky.

[@erikagehm2805]

Starlight Distillery by Hubler Orchard near Starlight, Indiana. It's more geared towards American tastes, but is good stuff.

[@peacefulpossum2438]

If you want to try American whiskey, exploring Kentucky’s bourbon trail is a must. Start the B-Line in Maysville, the birthplace of bourbon

[@jerrybobteasdale]

That Brooklyn Brewery looks really good.

[@charleswendt4868]

Makers Mark and Woodford Reserve

[@dorothygaby7015]

Charles Wendt no

[@chrisd7047]

@@dorothygaby7015 Meh. Woodford's fine. Maker's is fine, too, but it's overly commercialized. For me it's Knob Creek or Old Rip van Winkle. That sounds snobbier than I mean it. I rarely drink at all, but if I'm going to have bourbon, those are my go-to's.

[@chadcampbell5307]

Give Very Old Barton a try. It's one of the less expensive ones, but I really like it.

[@SmedleyDouwright]

I'm pretty clueless about whiskey, but I read that New York State was known for Rye Whiskey before prohibition.

[@afcgeo882]

SmedleyDouwright you are correct, especially upstate New York.

[@Adiscretefirm]

If you ever make it to Kentucky they have a whiskey trail that hits many of the historic and new producers. Or just go to Louisville and have a chance to try several in one city (definitely a day to Uber!)

[@harbingertheheretic3541]

If you want Bourbon, you have to go to Kentucky. If you want whiskey in the USA, you have to go to Tennessee, Kentucky, or Texas. NY makes whiskey-flavored vodka.

[@bkane573]

Something to keep in mind. Corn is not the traditional grain for American Whiskey, it is just what is used mostly today. Rye is the traditional grain for whiskey, and was what was most common pre-prohibition.

[@americanbadger6986]

I know a Scottish guy who goes to a bar I frequent... usually see him drinking the 2 dollar house whiskeys lmao

[@RobinPoe]

If you're interested in American Micro-distilleries, you should keep an eye out for Bootleggers' Ball events. It's an evening of sampling the products of regional micro-distilleries.

[@angelawalsh-maney6008]

I agree with you on Jack and I'm from Tennessee....I'm honestly not a big brown liqueur drinker but I do love a good Scotch, but one of my fav whiskeys, from Ireland, and I always have a bottle of it around, even though it's kinda hard to find here, Tullamore D.E.W.... love that stuff. You should try real moonshine....now that's a drink

[@chrisc353]

But did Scotland ever have a "Whiskey Rebellion" ?

[@bencameron539]

Aye loads but they wur aw civil wars (clan warfare)

[@vincivedivicilextalionas4036]

Yes

[@afcgeo882]

Bourbon and Rye are exceptionally American. Bourbons being primarily from the Southeastern states and Rye primarily from the Northeast. I love the resurgence if distilling in America and worldwide. I want people to try new things, whether it be Hudson Rye from New York, Penderyn from Wales, amazing single malts coming out of Japan or blended whiskys from South Korea. Try them all, if you can. They are from the earth and crafted by locals, so they are the closest you can get to experiencing those places, without actually going there.

[@bigcountryw.v8323]

Wild turkey, makers mark , and Merica bourbon. Also you should try some moonshine whisky

[@jmfa57]

We're trainable. Stillhouse is wonderful stuff!

[@generalleenknassknotretire9180]

*Yes, Scotch whisky's still the best* Like wine, from France.

[@generalleenknassknotretire9180]

BenjaminFranklin99 Must not be pros. (Sommeliers) A true connoisseur, would know the region the grapes were grown, etc, etc.

[@bryonensminger7462]

You need to go to Lynchburg Tennessee where they make America's most exported bourbon whiskey Jack Daniels and take the tour and sample the old #7 black label Jack Daniels it's good American sour mash aged in chard oak barrels you can't beat the taste

[@SigmaWalker]

Love it! Sounds like you should put a Scottish spin on the old "Three Sheets" tv show.

[@FurrBeard]

If you ever visit Portland Oregon - check out the Eastside Distillery's work. Of particular note, they produce "Garryana Finished" spirits - including *bourbons* - using a particular variety of white oak native to Oregon for the aging barrels. www.eastsidedistilling.com/

[@penguinpete100]

If you find yourself in California do try and stop by St.George Spirits, they're widely considered to be America's original 'craft' distillery, and while 2 of their 3 main whiskeys are very difficult to get your hands on, their yearly release Single Malt is always insanely well awarded and the rest of their spirits are extremely high quality

[@sethelrod9099]

Bourbon is a whiskey ya flaming hoon! Love your videos, I have a friend living here in the southern US from Scotland and that was one of many sayings he taught me.

[@Mote.]

That place looks nice. I like the carpet and the owner seems cool

[@gwolf6975]

Made a challenging promise to give up traditional Tennessee whiskey,, being that any other quality whiskey is more scarse and expensive in the states, its helped me re learn moderation and to stay sober more often. And, not that its always the case, but at times one does get what they pay for as well, even with whiskey, so waiting and saving for a descent imported single malt is worth it for a slow sipped low ball after a hard year.

[@deckapedon8427]

I'm glad you liked the whiskey, even if it is a Yankee whiskey. LoL

[@valeriepritt4448]

Yankee whiskey taste like FREEDOM!!!! How can he not want to try it.... 😂😂😂 Just poking some fun.

[@noshame5791]

My thoughts precisely. He needs to head south

[@janetlong799]

I was born in Syracuse but have since discovered my Scottish toots in NC! Live in Wilmington!

[@FacultyFan]

Try Stranahan's Colorado -- it's malted barley and kind of scotch like :) Also, Eagle Rare, is pretty commonly found and is a good representation of Rye/Bourbon whiskey. Buffalo Trace is probably one of the best large distillers in the US. If you happen to find a Sazerac Rye, dont pass it up :)

[@xlxfx]

Apparently in Edinburgh/Glasgow, can't remember which, there's an annual whiskey-tasting event which i think costs around £70 to attend and be given a glass - which you can then take further by buying relatively cheap samples of some of the rarest whiskey around. It's a good opportunity for a) meeting likeminded people for some, & b), adding a really damn cool hobby to the list, officially.

[@jayray2234]

Old Forester 1920 it is easy to find and crazy good!!!

[@cristinwatts4684]

I handle American/ Canadian whiskies well, long time family tradition is shots of Crown Royal on special occasions, but I have not yet found any Scottish brewed whisky I really like. Any suggestions?

[@shaunvlog]

Cristin Watts I like a few: Jura, Oban, Bruichladdich, Laphroig, to name a few but there are so many good single malts

[@jennnunya1224]

Absolutely!! I'm not much of a whisky drinker, but I really like Crown Royal. It's so smooth.. MAPLE! (so good)

[@afcgeo882]

Cristin Watts Crown Royal is a Canadian corn whiskey.

[@jamila5909]

Hi Shaun a little trivia Brooklyn comes from the Dutch Breukelen NY was owned by the Dutch that is why there are a lot of Dutch cities that are named in NY their you go -:) a bit history of NY

[@shaunvlog]

Jamila awesome history, I’ll need to find out more

[@jamila5909]

You definitely need to check it because the Dutch trade NY for a country called Suriname it’s actually near Brazil from the English

[@afcgeo882]

Jamila the English gained Belize in that trade as well, but the Dutch gained the rights to the Lesser Antilles - Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao. New York City used to be called New Amsterdam.

[@elswidl]

So glad you’ve embraced the new world😅and are willing to give our whiskey a go round. Why did you mention not wishing to discuss Jack? Just curious.

[@shaunvlog]

Let’s just say it’s not my favourite 😉

[@bobmcclure8069]

Sounds like memories of a bad decision...

[@charlesforbes3627]

You need to come to the South. A large part of the Scots who came to America (my family came over in 1636 ) made their way south. Tennessee and Kentucky are where the best are made.

[@TenTonNuke]

I'm an American and my favorite liquor is Scotch. My next favorite is Tequila. So I suppose I'm not a big fan of American liquor. And I think German beer is the best beer. But hey you can't beat American BBQ.