Tasting Expert Tries HARDCORE Whisk(e)ys | WHISKEY CURIOUS

A favorite tasting pro tries the Whiskey Tribe's preferred HARDCORE whiskeys - and things get deliciously WEIRD. Thanks to Original Grain for sponsoring this episode! Use code TRIBE at originalgrain.com/Tribe to get 30% OFF sitewide!
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[@adambrickley9088]

Now we need to let this man set up a tea tasting for y'all. At this point I feel like we'd all watch even with no whiskey and he deserves his revenge lol.

[@timnone2924]

Agreed! Next dry week they should delve into some deep tea tastings

[@adambrickley9088]

@@timnone2924 I actually went and watched some of So Han's tea vids and he goes every bit as deep on Chinese tea as Daniel can go on Scotch.

[@blakemiller3299]

That’d be a fantastic dry week episode!

[@johnmcelwain5884]

Hmmm...yes. somehow it may wind up does Whiskey pair with Tea?

[@itatane]

Can you imagine them trying Scottish Breakfast Tea? Malty goodness in a mug.

[@YoPaulieMusic]

Maybe it's just me, but Brianna seems to be the taste master here. She led the way and offered the most flavor suggestions.

[@kilroyfrills3084]

She's grown

[@tiffanyhumphrey9437]

This is my first ever comment I’ve watched a lot of there stuff and She’s great and all but they brought on a special guest and wellll she took the special out of it

[@ajc1080]

@@tiffanyhumphrey9437 Do not malign the Moochy Prentice

[@politerudeboi6898]

just spouting words...jk

[@Eternal_Vagabond]

13:53 Briana's complete lack of a filter is absolutely what is so wonderful about her

[@UrbanPanic]

Like a perky April Ludgate.

[@Potatisem]

That part made me laugh so much

[@FurballHero]

I fucking laughed so hard at this scene. I watched it on repeat for like 5 minutes laughing so hard I almost fell off my chair.

[@godhandvoid9795]

idk she seems like a spaz, would probably start tearing my hair out after 5 minutes

[@Tasmanaut]

so many thirsty bois simping.

[@patrickriarchy6054]

I'm glad that Briana is part of the crew. Not only are her insights as a person who is not an expert interesting but she is also freaking hilarious.

[@criticallol3039]

I like how we see Brianna's journey into becoming a whiskey master the longer she's on. 🎶She wants to be the very best, Like no one ever was. To try them is her real test, To taste them is her cause...🎶

[@BrutusMaximusAurelius]

Nice! So-Han always has the most interesting descriptions of flavors. One of my favorite guests you have on the channel, together with Tim from Cigars Daily.

[@jaime_hi-meh_not_jay-mee7095]

So-han’s balloon description of Stagg Jr is what we call plastic balloon in the Philippines. I get that note from a lot of bourbons. Bold flavors? A’bunadh, Glendronach 18 & 21

[@mmwosu]

I like the episodes with So-Han. Different palate training makes for a unique whiskey perspective. Also slowly watching Rex get a little more flushed with each glass is fun

[@Herculesbiggercousin]

I love the joining of these two “same but different” hobbies, tea and whiskey. I’ll be checking out So-Han, I’ve got a lot to learn about tea!

[@sbrozak]

3 months into my whiskey journey I bought a bottle of Brimstone and it is one of my favorite whiskey's.

[@EtwasMartin]

I hope you keep bringing him back. For me, he has become as much of a unique addition to the channel as Briana. And we need two things now: 1.) An hour long video of Daniel and So-Han nerding out about flavor profiles 2.) A collab where So-Han introduces you to tea.

[@Dr_Monitor]

So-Han running a thing with some weird teas would be great, watch Brianna bounce off the walls after drinking some Pu-erh.

[@jackburton2148]

@@Dr_Monitor yessss! you took the words right out of my mouth!

[@jtf2dan]

13:53 BRIANA!!!!....you KILL me with those faces! Too funny.....dont ever stop having her on your show!

[@ProfessorMichaelT]

I love it when you have So-Han on (that rhymed!). He's such a cool, intellectual guy! Brianna always rocks.

[@clueless4138]

I've been watching some of his content after he was in one of your videos before and as someone who is as fond of tea as of whiskey, it's been a great find.

[@winstondrivein]

Love this episode!!! After the tea episode, I booked an experience with my wife with So-Han, such a great experience at the West China Tea shop here in Austin. I love the collaboration with these two companies! The artisanship is what I love about all of this! Ugh, I love the whiskey tribe and have not even made the 10 min trip to you guy even though I watch you regularly. The shame 🤦🏻‍♂️ We have no choice!!

[@johnhmstr]

So-Han is a tea legend! so glad you all had him on the channel. Great episode, you need to have him back as a regular!

[@NaerenVastir]

So-Han just going "bruh" to rex swirling the whiskey. i died. also brianna is just too adorable. I want one.

[@aitoriri1]

This was the first time I saw So-Han and his KZbin channel introduced to tea. Great teacher and very entertaining.

[@7H3541N7]

My 2 favourite guests. They bring a lot to the channel.

[@corriemorris8045]

I recently tried one called Ole Smoky 60 proof from Gatlinburg, TN a salted carmel flavored whiskey. Very smooth with a bite at the end but the flavor is the most spot on.

[@Mooseman327]

So-Han and Briana have the best palates of anyone ever on this channel. Have them on together as often as possible.

[@jackburton2148]

So-Han has my dream job, hands down. Must be such an amazing thing to do for a living, good for him!

[@GreyDevil]

I would be interested to see you guys collab with So-Han and try to do some tea leaves aged in whiskey barrels. Is that a thing? If not then it out, might be cool!

[@johnmorgan233]

I did buy a Wu long tea infused whiskey in taiwan. It was weird, but excellent.

[@casiocfx]

Mackmyra (Sweden) released a Whisky ca. two years ago, which was aged in a Barrel with green tea leaves from Japan. Iowas really good and interesting/unconventional.

[@westchinatea]

This has been discussed and absolutely something we want to try!

[@GreyDevil]

@@westchinatea Really glad. Hope its a collab that might come to fruition

[@andrewcarlson9085]

Sometimes I put loose leaf tea in cheap whiskey and steep it for a few minutes to add complexity and make the cheap stuff drinkable

[@Qub3rs]

This was an amazing video... I found myself leaning in towards my screen, completely engaged and focused...

[@ernestcervantes696]

I'm absolutely sharing So-Han's event and will do my best to be there. So awesome!

[@SterlingArcher21]

I’m an introvert from the northeast USA that is afraid of flying and doesn’t drink much whiskey, but you guys still make me want to hop on a plane and hang out for some whiskey tasting.. cheers

[@OldNorseWanderer]

This has just become my fav KZbin channel! Funny and informative

[@Centuari]

Love So-Han! The way that he talks about whiskey is so unique.

[@mrjockey87]

Dinner ready and a new tribe episode! Makes for a happy man

[@charliep9066]

Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof, Aberlour A'Bunadh - LOVE these two. Must review for the next HARDCORE whiskey review.

[@keithandone]

1792 Full Proof was my first high proof whiskey and i always go back to it for my A/B comparisons.

[@Erik_T_Thompson]

Poured some PCHP and when Rex said cheese, it went from a briney moss to Halloumi or feta cheese. The peat quality makes this one of my favorite whiskeys of all time.

[@jaredliebergen1179]

I love the Brimstone! I haven't tried any of the others on the list.

[@2dTones]

My money's on Dream of Scotland being a Bowmore :D Great vid, and really fitting ad placement!

[@Easybake_Cocktails]

Brimstone evolves in the bottle overtime so every year that it gets older the more complex the flavor profile is. I don’t want to lose my job so I will end it with that.

[@Fxcloud9]

God So-Han is such a good collab. He gives wonderful input/insight and his funny. He vibes so freakin well.

[@NoLaneRestrictions]

Just purchased an Original Grain Whiskey wood ring! Thank you for the TRIBE code!!!! You guys are awesome and I've been watching your videos since the start!

[@burkeredh]

springbank 12yo cask strength 56.4%, amazing if you can get hold of it !!

[@dmshampton]

Dudes tasting notes are superb! Loved this one.

[@drew5334]

Briannas face @8:02 LMAO

[@losfp]

So good.

[@JT-fl6kr]

Definitely Ardbeg Corryvreckan but would add Strongest from New Basin Distillery in Oregon, 136 proof. I also recently bought a bottle of Port Charlotte, and wow! It's amazing.

[@England1674]

For me, one of the most hardcore whiskey’s 🥃 has to be San Diego Peated whiskey. It may only be around 55% ABV, but the peat flavors really take you through a journey.

[@whyprim]

Watching the flavour master get more and more tipsy was very enjoyable for me for some reason lmao

[@Dr_Monitor]

Seeing So-Han go from really calm and reserved to suddenly getting a little chaotic was refreshing, like seeing someone do a handbrake turn in a minivan, it's unexpected, but a welcome thing to see.

[@Mitharan23]

Port Charlotte is by far one of my favorites but look into the Islay Barley specifically. The salt from sea on the barley REALLY comes through in the scotch and it's amazing. By far my favorite scotch (baring special release stuff)

[@flinchy952]

All the Islay barley's for me are salted butter to.me, so so good

[@ryanmullally366]

You know the buzzz has kicked in when Rex starts talking about ball gags!

[@anicientbolt]

The first time I tried Brimstone my first thought was eating corn off a piece of charcoal. It's a independ bottling so I doubt you'd be able to get it but Deanston 2008 11 Year Old Sherry Cask Signatory for TWE kicks my arse.

[@MrAqr2598]

2:03~ Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 4:01~ Stagg Jr. 5:14~ Knob Creek 25th Anniversary 7:11~ Del Bac Distillers Cut 10:57~ Dream of Scotland 13:41~ Brimstone 16:59~ Port Charlotte Heavily Peated 20:35~ Devil's Juice #5

[@Dinie09]

Hard core whiskies: Octomores (usually the .3s, like 8.3), Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, Jack Daniels Coy Hill, Ardbeg Dark Cove

[@whiskeyislife6498]

If you can find it, Balcones peated malt is hardcore and delicious.

[@Alex-zi1nb]

Lol the faces Brianna pulls are priceless. I feel like she could be a live action person in an animated movie like Trolls. So much comedy

[@StinkyPete69]

Knob Creek has become one of my favorites recently, I find it best on the rocks.

[@wizzbang54]

A paint roller rolling the flavors down your tongue is such a good image

[@ericpohlman5131]

This might be an esoteric question: On October 12, 2019 you visited Irene Tan co-owner of Brooklyn North East Wine and Spirits. I believe the title was: 8 things whisk(e)y drinkers dislike about liquor stores. Okay, more set up before the actually question...I live in a small town in Indiana which has a chain of liquor stores called SaveOn Liquors. I am an avid scotch drinker so I visits these stores frequently. Now to the question...Recently, I have noticed most of the stores have tip jars on the counter: How do you feel about that? My scotch is behind the counter....so very little inter personal connection there,. Just curious.

[@Robot-Overlord]

Bri seemed pretty lit about halfway through haha. Best job ever!

[@johnp.2267]

I'd love to see you guys try and brew/distill something from Bolthouse Farms C-Boost drink. It's fruit puree and a few added vitamins, with plenty of sugar for yeast to chew on.

[@pwnmasteh]

Any episode with So-han is bound to be great.

[@patrickhudson9236]

I’m glad someone has a bottle of Stag Jr. I can’t find it anywhere where I live 😩 Also that watch is damn good looking👍

[@eggstraordinair]

Rex: you are a flavor expert. Flavor expert: no

[@bryanwalker1737]

Brimstone is the only one I have had, and it is a wonderful kick in the face! Love that Texas Smoke! Brianna is always the star of the show!

[@carlprince2866]

Really enjoyed this Im slowly getting into stronger flavors started at looking for smooth .Now im Looking for bolder flavors in lower proofs. Haven't found a scotch yet that i didnt get a medicinal flavor from except monkey shoulder and mostly a musty flavor from that but not in a bad way more in and old book or Old Library way. I love old books. Kendal sux

[@gr81disp]

Try Glenmorangie Lasanta. It is sherry finished but it is important how you drink it. If you drink it right after pouring, it tastes pretty generic. Let it sit for about 15 minites after pouring and it turns to candy!

[@sam-qj1ow]

i might not over as many taste profiles but I would try every bottle!

[@bartschulp7692]

Opened my Balcones Brimstone bottle for this and oh man... it's delicious! When I first heard about it here, about it being so intense I was a bit hesitant on trying it but I was curious. I recently bought a bottle and now trying it... It for sure is intense, the right kind of intense. So much flavor it's incredible! Cheers!

[@JT-fl6kr]

I went through the same Brimstone journey a few months ago!

[@whiskeyislife6498]

Try making an old fashioned with it. It’s amazing.

[@ricardodelorenzo3954]

I expected it to abuse me but found really complex and dense flavors. Definitely worth a try for anyone looking for something off the beaten path.

[@Synmomusic]

Brimstone always tastes like Sassafras root, or root beer to me in a very good way. I love to make a spicy julep with Brimstone, mint, and chili syrup.

[@kvetcha]

Brimstone's great. It's like a whole rack of ribs brushed with cola bbq.

[@raijin2847]

Woodinville 116 proof is a bottle i have and enjoy. I'd like to see what notes you guys get

[@efex604]

That Port Charlotte is some fine stuff!

[@adrensamoth4337]

You should make distilled tea! It would be really interesting to bring him on the show for.

[@Corsair361]

I'm would say I have a very restrained experience of 'Hard Core Whisk(e)y' but I would say that Laws 4 grain keeps showing me a new nosing and tasting note ever time I go back to it. Its as complex as it is balances. I really enjoy it.

[@BiffStrongo]

That Port Charlotte 10 is my jam.

[@LuisSanchez-iw7bi]

San Diego Distillery's peated is an adventure I would give it consideration!!!

[@xredgambit]

I think a good whiskey for So-Han to try would be Willet with the really cool bottle. When I tried it I got a princess grey tea flavor. Also maybe try the tea trick with him that you made an episode about so long ago.

[@Saztrah]

Their Brimstone experience is so different than mine! To me its nothing but toasted marshmallow, smores, campfire.

[@johell999]

Spring44 Single Malt! Not my favorite bottle but it's the only bottle that kicked my peathead ass the first time I had it. American peated single malt. I don't know what kind of peat they used but the burring tires smell was so intense, it make the Brimstones I had right before it tasted like a water down speyside.

[@Shunjut]

Just got a 3 set of Markers Mark cask strength. Haven’t had a cask strength before, so excited to see how those are. All you Magnificent Bastards - any bourbon distillery’s around Ft. Worth, Tx or along the way from Omaha, NE I should keep an eye out for? Going down in about a month!

[@samuelgomez1024]

Cheers from Playa del Carmen México. I just subscribed to the channel, but I have followed you for a while now, love the content. How about if you try a Mexican whiskey (Abasolo) that sounds interesting and fun. Taste it straight On the rocks And do the spicy old fashion for the cocktail 45 ml Obregón whiskey 30 ml ancho reyes poblano chile liqueur 3 drops of orange bitter Crushed ice Stir with cocktail spoon Plus for the shenanigans you can do something with hot Mexican peppers

[@JasonPinkham]

It's always interesting to hear what people from other drinking communities have to say on the flavors of whisk[e]y. Could y'all bring in people from the brandy, wine or other drinking communities? To do a tasting and give a comment on what they think. Keep up the good work. Cheers!

[@Batzdark]

Great line up of drinks by the way

[@Batzdark]

Could you put the prices with the names? Thank you 😇

[@testmo]

probably going to get looked over, but what about a tea infused crowded barrel release?

[@dustyhatz]

Perhaps the finest edit in the history of this channel...13:52

[@Nobody277]

Absolutely mortified to hear all three describe Port Charlotte as cheesy! I love both cheese and whisk(e)y but do not ever want to think about cheddar when enjoying my dear Port Charlotte

[@larryhades3403]

Most SMWS (Scotch Malt Whisky Society) bottles are between 50-60% ABV (between 100 and 120 proof). Some of the bottles can be quite hard core, very complex on flavors and aroma.

[@KB-uv7xo]

Fun episode!

[@jaredmickel5636]

If you blend, a squirt of Brimstone can really perk up a pour that does not have much going for it.

[@jtf2dan]

Ardbeg Corryvrekan, Bruichladdich Octomore, Laphroaig Lore, are 3 that jump to mind when thinking HARD CORE.

[@jackthepickledhound]

Brianna.your're rocking it! I Always differ to the "honest " opinion of the XX chromosomes about asthetics and taste. I don't know nothing but I bought every cask strength official bottle of single malt I came across except Highland Park. As I was on that journey for a while I remembered the value of properly aged Scotch. That leads us to cask strength independent bottles. Corryvrecken is pretty hardcore Thank God Balcones likes 53%+. So let me get this straight...not all bourbon is over 60% ABV???? oh yeah..the Turkey is 50.5%

[@becksterch9903]

Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength 💪 Makes you forget about the Octomore 😉 Ardbeg Corryvreckan should also do the job.

[@unclemikiesworld]

You guys said the blendageddon after a time the pallet became pretty simple but what did it do for the actual tasting of the proof the alcohol? Curious to see what you would end up if you Blended together a whole bunch of + 60% whiskeys.

[@ryand7764]

Considering they included a non whiskey in the episode. The most hardcore you can get is Malort. But for whiskey, I'd say Octomore. Also, Ardbeg Scorch is like licking the inside of a barrel.

[@JDs_RandomHandle]

I poured my dad a dram of Ardbeg 10 after he said he was getting into scotch, I said this is a unique region of whiskey that you may or may not like. It's very very bold. He took a sniff and said "It smells like a dirty ashtray, or a bbq pit that's never been cleaned." He took a sip with little reaction and said "It tastes like I licked that dirty ashtray. WTF did you give me, it's getting worse, did you roast seaweed and infuse that?"

[@Sunny-jz3dy]

@@JDs_RandomHandle 😂🤣😂

[@themilkynipple2801]

Surprised you guys have the devils juice! I get mclaughlins all the time and typically i save the devil for shots, seems to be a love it or hate it item! Personally i love their burlington (90% toasted applewood whiskey 10% maple whiskey) i know a lot of people dont like sweet in their whiskey but its a solid toasted applewood flavor with a little sweet finish, if i had a daily drinker that would be it

[@PuddleNutzz]

I dont know why I'm addicted to watching this channel, everytime I try whiskey straight I have to hold back projectile vomiting 😭

[@MrAqr2598]

16:59~ 18:30~ I've tasted Port Charlotte at a bar yesterday, and yeah, it *DID* smell and taste like Cheez-Its.

[@MrZamboni66]

So sad I can't find Stagg Jr anymore. Really liked that whiskey even when I was just getting into whiskey

[@richwever2756]

I've always thought Bookers was my hard core, mostly to be enjoyed in the colder months.

[@joshuawright5408]

Love port charlotte HP and Stagg Jr. Really want to find a bottle of brimstone

[@treytison1444]

My hardcore whiskeys in terms of flavor are Ironclad's "Straight" and "The Kernel" and Ardbegs An Oa

[@l3adl3oyl2ick]

Brimstone is in my top 5 for sure. I like the smoke... it reminds me of how everything smells the morning after burning a big field.

[@bobhabsolute4995]

You need to bring Bowmore Laimrig in the mix. You have to put an Amrut on the list as well. The flavors are not as an acquired taste as an Islay Scotch but they are so intense they are like a roller coaster.

[@5ku11du663ry]

I saw So-Han in the title card and could not have e clicked so GD hard.

[@marcwhiskey]

Sitting here tasting chocolate mint in my Woodford Double Oak because y'all are talking about it in Brimstone

[@michaelb1761]

How about Cali Riptide Rye. I and my wife, both find it very aggressive but smooth. The strong flavor overpowers the ethanol. I wouldn't describe Port Charlotte as "Hardcore". I guess I don't understand what that means. I thought it was very smooth and flavorful. However, I prefer Uigedal (yeah, I know that is spelled wrong) at the same price point, and I actually prefer the Classic Laddie (with a couple of drops of water to waken it up) as a better buy.

[@billsmith380]

All of the shows are good, but this one was excellent.

[@GAS180.]

U guys should redo that episode where I fixed whiskies with tea and have So-Han on it. That would be a really good episode.