The Whisk(e)y Vault - Episode 100 - Tamdhu 10 Year Old

[@dumpeeplarfunny]

Me on May 03, 2023: this is where that all got started. That's so awesome.

[@ibcrazy6866]

the hobbit joke... 10/10

[@FightStealDrink]

Joke? ... He's a hobbit. Like, an actual - real life - in the flesh - halfling.

[@charlieghague]

Rex Saw a video showing his office. Have you mentioned the window in his door looks very similar in shape to those found on hobbit houses? Coincidence?

[@FightStealDrink]

This pleases me.

[@kc-vf4lp]

Tamdhu batch is incredible, love it.

[@Comrade_Dad]

Congratulations guys! Your show is absolutely refreshing, and the next best thing to a stiff drink itself. (Which I currently cannot have as I am deployed to Iraq) Here is to you guys, and 100 more episodes.

[@FightStealDrink]

That's great to hear, OddBone. We'll tip one back FOR you while you're in Iraq. Hopefully we can tip one back WITH you after you get back home.

[@harley9015]

Congrats on the 'official' announcement, will definitely sub to the new channel. Keep on being crazy(legally).

[@ryanthewineguy3172]

Had this yesterday at my work, I really enjoyed it! More in my taste preference.

[@danielbileci4060]

Congrats on your 100th episode and cheers to 100 more! The Whisk(e)y Vault is my favorite new series. I’m a novice whisky drinker and I look forward to your reviews each day. Picked up a bottle of Monkey Shoulder and I can see why Rex’s bottle continues to disappear. Looking forward to see what happens with your new channel and venture. Keep up the great work!

[@FightStealDrink]

Glad you're with us Daniel! Our new venture will be a lot of work, but it'll be amazing for the wizard academy somm program - and we'll enjoy launching the new distillery channel.

[@limejuice9483]

Congrats on the 100th episode, you guys are so close to 1000 subs too! I just want to thank you for all the episodes and for answering all the random questions I have as an amateur whisky drinker.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Grateful you've been along for the journey so far, sir.

[@bushcrfter7917]

Sorry if this is a question on an old episode but do you guys recommend highland park 18. Yr for a newer whiskey. drinker

[@ShadowsDML]

Do we get a sample from one of your blends when the distillery is running for being here from the start? (I'm taking the online mooch course from Rex)

[@WhiskeyVault]

The online mooch course is the best online course currently on the internet. No exceptions.

[@squeeze55]

That didn't answer the question......

[@ericschwab409]

Kyle Morales No, they did answer it. You are out of luck!

[@strayer99]

just bought a bottle of this today...made sure to watch the review again to know what to expect and I am so happy I did since I missed that tip of inhaling both through nose and mouth technique the first time. thanks for the tip...oh, love that picture of rex with a stache on the wall, can we get a autographed copy of that?

[@Donc-hs4cd]

I am new to you videos I really enjoy them and continue to watch them all I am also a new Bourbon and Rum Collector I enjoy the knowledge of Daniel

[@WhiskeyVault]

Glad you're here!

[@Donc-hs4cd]

Thank You Glad I Found You Guys Love the Show

[@mitcho590]

I know I'm still very new to this channel and I swear to godI've fallen in love with it! Promise me when you get your first batch or about to, let us preorder it... I want to get my hands on 2 bottles, one to keep sealed and one to drink. Please keep us in the loop and again happy to preorder to help get you guys going to.

[@FightStealDrink]

Obviously we can't say much about pre-orders and stuff yet. But our new channel will be able to go into all those details - when it's ready.

[@mitcho590]

Haha the tease is strong! Any eta on the new channel?

[@WhiskeyVault]

I'd say we could start shooting right before the building foundation gets laid. That way you guys can see the whole process from woods to distillery.

[@dexsmith7637]

Im new here loving the show and good luck with the destillery. My question is what isla whiskey is best to start with. I have tried one and I liked it don't remember what it was.

[@WhiskeyVault]

If you want to start with one Islay single malt, I almost always recommend Bunnahabhain 12yr. It's not nearly as aggressive, and a truly wonderful scotch.

[@mitcho590]

Do you have Glenfiddich cask collection? I'd love to see what you guys think of it

[@WhiskeyVault]

No, but I'll see if I can find one!

[@trinityzaku]

So if you are going to have to be level 4 or 5 to work at the distillery what are you gonna do Daniel? Just messin but good luck on your endeavors be interesting to see what you come up with. On a whisk(e)y topic I find myself having a hard time distinguishing the flavor of peat. I keep imagining it being somewhere between getting smoke from a fire and like the charred bits on food which I assume is not close at all.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Watch from afar ;-) I use a personal trick to distinguish using more pattern language from right brain. This is absolutely not a universal thing, because it is so dependent on personal history and descriptive language. But here's the example. You know how pain can be both dull or sharp? Cuts = sharp and bruise = dull? I separate the effects of smoke and wood the same way in single malt. If the rich complicated flavors have pointy edges, I figure it's the smoke effect. If the rich complicated flavors have dull edges, I figure I"m experiencing the wood effect. This completely falls apart when applied to new oak because the charr starts blurring the lines. But I find it fairly effective in whisky aged in used oak, like scotch.

[@trinityzaku]

Ok that makes sense.

[@suitablefortreatment]

Cannot wait to get my hands on your EXPRESSIONS (just for you Rex). Calling in here from Santa Cruz, CA, and we have a very nice micro-distiller here called Venus Spirits that makes excellent products all around (whiskies, gin, aquavit, and an agave spirit), but they make a damn fine single malt whiskey, and one of the most distinctive bourbons I have ever tried. I will see what I can do about getting you a sampling of their wares for the vault.

[@Will-dm7nq]

Hey Guys, loving the KZbin channels, what batch was your tamdhu battch strength? I have batch 1 at home amd really dont like it, but batch two got some great reviews.

[@Will-dm7nq]

Ok, just retried batch 1 after a long hiatus and do enjoy it more now.

[@mex1cangh0st48]

I came here because I love the Tamdhu 12. I would love to see a comparison between the 10, 12, 15 and batch strength which I have recently stocked in the store I work in. Maybe I'll have to send a bottle to y'all soon!

[@lestat047]

what could be a good smoky whisky to start? i think the only smoky scotch that i have tried is the Johnny Walker and very curious on the Talisker since is in the green label. Nice videos.

[@WhiskeyVault]

I would start with a blend that has smoky whisky in it, then work your way into single malts. Black Bottle, Johnnie Walker Black, etc are a fantastic way to introduce smoky to your palate. Then try out some smokier Highland and Island Whisky, like Highland Park, Talisker, Jura, etc. Good luck on the journey!

[@floydian06]

Daniel, that was an amazingly visceral reaction to the nose of that Tamdhu Batch Strength whiskey!

[@takerocco553]

flat out brilliant!

[@Mercutio01]

Awesome, thanks for including my comment! (No, I definitely didn't cheat. I pretty much posted right after I opened the bottle.)

[@WhiskeyVault]

Well played, sir.

[@TerrySteiner]

Any chance you could tell me the name of the distillate channel? I'm watching the video in order so I'm slowly making my way through them.,🥃

[@WhiskeyVault]

Are you talking about The Still It channel? He's in the comments as well, but it's kzbin.info/door/ThY8lOKKkVDd9HVBT59zCg

[@skiddv]

That opening had me hook in buying the danm book. Congratulations! Also, how would I be able to work for a distillery what are the requirements and skills and what are good distilleries in Texas?

[@WhiskeyVault]

Best thing to do would be to start reading up on distilling, then find the closest one to you and see if can volunteer. Then learn as much as you can. there are a ton of kickass distilleries in Texas. Balcones - Waco; Garrison Brothers in North San Antonio; Treaty Oak here in Austin, and dozens more across the state.

[@skiddv]

Wizard Academy is there sort of certification that would help me along the way, that other then taking the course you offer? Or any classes I can take in collage....

[@WhiskeyVault]

slather vasquez not that I know of. If you lived in Scotland or actual college courses on scotch and distilling. In the US it's mostly the stories that have their own small certifications.

[@thedevilsmilk]

Sonoma county distillery is out of California. It's the cherrywood smoked bourbon I told you about but forgot to bring you a sample. It's at totalwine it's fantastic.

[@WhiskeyVault]

I'll have to track one down!

[@seanharrison9171]

I now actually want an auto biography with stories in it!

[@scottkashuba3476]

You should have each done 100 shots of whisky for the 100th episode!

[@FightStealDrink]

So Shelby dog is trying to kill us. But I can think of worse ways to go.

[@davidrahn9903]

Worst kept secret since area 51 gentlemen. But I am stoked to see you guys making whiskey. Cant wait to see what you guys do.

[@FightStealDrink]

Thanks David. Looking forward to seeing you in the new channel.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Wait... What the hell is Area 51?!

[@FightStealDrink]

A long way from the shire. Unsurprising that you haven't heard of it.

[@crow468]

Agree with Daniel on these. I couldn't get past what was being highlighted on the palette. I was wanting for more of the muted notes and less of the tannins. I know a lot of folks who are crazy about Tamdhu but I just don't get it.

[@henrythev7437]

danny what was your whiskey of choice on your adventure? something smooth and friendly to calm down from slaying orcs all day or a aggressive to ceep you focussed? neat episode by the way and keep on the awesome work.

[@FightStealDrink]

Don't know what his favorite was, but he liked to drink it during 2nd breakfast.

[@henrythev7437]

typical danny, drinking in the morning. propably out of a coffemug

[@WhiskeyVault]

I like a combination. Two flasks. one with Dalmore 12 for comfort, and one with Octomore when I'm ready to make shit happen.

[@henrythev7437]

Wizard Academy sounds nice

[@radamus210]

Hey Guys! Just so you know, all your vids, even 2 years ago are still relevant because new cats like myself will always be coming along. One of my adviser's suggested the Tamdhu cask strength, the second one you did here. I'm on my 3rd glass in as many days while watching this and YES! I thought the same thing, top end of the sherry barrel - I like the sherry cask strengths I've had over like plain oak for example or low ABV's. This is what I thought right away, and I'm glad to see you confirmed my suspicion! So for a budding scotch student, "FUCKING A! Daniel called out just what I was getting!" it's kind of a bid deal as one of your fans the last 6 months with you cats. I'm up to 29 different bottles, been using you along the way to help me learn. Keep rocking!

[@azavala1430]

Even thou it was a quick mention, been looking for a Smokehead review for a while now. Wish it was mentioned in the title or notes.

[@malzbiervonaldi]

So first of all: I freaking love your videos and after seeing you on the modern rogue I have since been watching nearly every single video of the whisky vault in the past 2-3 weeks. I finally can tell the difference between the different whisk(e)ys and am very happy about that. So after watching maybe half of the series I decided I wanted to buy (sorry Rex) a bottle myself -knowing that i quite like peaty whiskies, which i got the chance to try a few times by now. So I went with Laphroaig Triple Wood and I love it. My question is- what would you recommend as the next (budget) gateways for a beginner- no matter if scotch, Irish or bourbon? My thoughts were maybe green spot and McKenna, though the latter is hard to find here in Germany (or rather: hard to find for an appropriate price- it's about 60-70 bucks) Also a comparison and definition of the "classic" islay, highland, island and so on would be very interesting for me. So again: keep up the great work an I would love to hear your thoughts!

[@WhiskeyVault]

If you loved Laphroaig triple Wood, you are already well on your way to a great new world ;-) McKenna is awesome but not 70 bucks awesome. Definitely green spot. Give me some names of bourbons you're finding under 30 in Germany. I can give some guidance on that.

[@malzbiervonaldi]

Well of course you can get your typical Jim and Jack in every store (yeah, every grocery store because Germany) but besides that I found Old Grad Dad (by Jim beam I think), bulleit, Evan Williams, wild turkey 81, wild turkey 101, wild turkey 8 years, buffalo trace, old crow, maker's mark red seal, Ezra brooks, four roses small batch, knob creek, Elijah Craig 12 years, four roses single barrel 100 proof and Rebel yell reserve, all for under 30€. Some of those sound familiar, some don't ring any bell whatsoever. I guess you could find many more but these were just from a quick look at a few websites.

[@malzbiervonaldi]

and I JUST saw that you already did a video on old grand dad :D

[@williamwall8023]

Great video and really funny😂😂

[@adriandavis6444]

curious if you could review the midwinter nights dram from high west! or any high west for that matter. another rye id love to see you two taste would be old overholt!

[@WhiskeyVault]

I'll add these to the list!

[@charlieghague]

I'd be up for donating a bottle or two if you let me know how. I got a sommelier friend who gets me wholesale prices on things that like. The main distilleries in the Bay Area are St. George's and Sonoma County Distilling, but there are a few smaller ones as well. A lot of rye whiskey out here too. Supposedly there are some good ones in Washington and Oregon. Rogue brewery makes a whiskey infused with hops I haven't tried yet but looks interesting. Congrats on the distillery! I was wondering when you were gonna make your own whiskey, but had no idea you were gonna go all out like that. Now I REALLY want to take the class.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Thanks, Charlie! Anything you want to send can be sent to the main mailing address. And technically it's tax deductible ;-) We'd be up for trying anything you send! whiskymarketing.org/about/contact-us/

[@charlieghague]

Nice! Talked to my sommelier buddy today and he's got something cool to hook me up with. So hopefully you'll get something from me sooner than later.

[@SuperJuiceman11]

Looks so dark and red for Tamdhu 10...what I had was a golden bottle and it was one of the best Scotch Whiskys ive ever had....it was crisp, perfect dry and oaky. Creamy, Carmel? peat and fruit?spice and pepper sounds correct...what stood out to me was crisp and quality. Guess I need to buy another bottle...I liked it so much I looked up the price and swear It was 39.99, now I see for 55-75 USD

[@6038adams]

I was like cool he your book out.then I hear the name the book there an back again u just burst out laughing an everyone at work just looks at me funny lol

[@speedrakk]

awesome idea .investment op. ?

[@tonefish3825]

Holy shit! Tamdhu 50 Year is $19,000 How many have their local store tab open and check every price to see is you can afford to the whisky being reviewed ?

[@jordanwallis4323]

I love central Texas antique stores

[@WhiskeyBent1488]

You'd better have distribution to Europe, would love to buy a whisky from you guys :)

[@WhiskeyVault]

Hmmm. We will need to find a way.

[@Nokomisclub]

You need a bigger table. A catastrophe is just waiting to happen with that Hobbit-stand!

[@FightStealDrink]

I've had the same thought, but if a catastrophe ever happens, it'll be a great moment on these videos.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Oh man, it so will.

[@PwnageEngage]

When is the new channel coming out?

[@WhiskeyVault]

Any day now! Rex got slammed on production.

[@josephshultz6726]

enjoy your videos, although as a simpleton, I do not recognize waxy almonds

[@vitotaylor36]

I can't help but read Daniel's and Rex's comments on their voices. Get out of my head!!!

[@matthew1103]

Congratulations guys. It's been a fantastic journey so far :D

[@WhiskeyVault]

Thanks!

[@michaeldraut8336]

Well played Rex.. Hobbit, you guys are hilarious!

[@Fidasaind]

1:45ish... Before you say it. I saw the story Rex. It was put out by History Channel and is on Amazon Prime streaming. He was a farmer that figured out how to sail to England.... oh fine. I know Daniel has heard this before! Whew, 100. Means I'm half done shot gunning these while trying to work.... trying.

[@TheOriginalRaster]

Guys, you may use anything I write, any way you chose without requiring any other request of permission. Basically take anything you read here and use and/or abuse it as if you came up with it yourself. I gift to you everything that I write, here. (my sense of humor, but also true, seriously...) I enjoyed this episode, as usual. Wise old sayings when you're leaving: "Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." (Dr. Seuss)

[@pegeenreilly8354]

Just in case Charlie doesn't send you anything from the Bay Area, you *might* know someone likely to add a few bottles from St. George Spirits to her luggage on her next trip to Austin.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeet.

[@chuckironsight3914]

was given Glen Moray 18 and have yet to see a video review from anyone.

[@WhiskeyVault]

I don't think we have it either! I'll see if we can get one.

[@chuckironsight3914]

it was my introduction to Scotch and im curious as to where i should go from here. Also have monkey shoulder,dalmore 12,and hibiki "harmony" all very nice.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Yeah, anything Speyside is going to be right up your alley!

[@chuckironsight3914]

i am willing to bring it by for a review if possible. I am not far from Austin and could use an excuse to finally see the city

[@TheKlickitat]

Chad, if you get the chance, try editing feathers coming out of these guy's mouth whenever they cough. It's a chicken joke, but would fit with these guys really well and funny as (squeak)

[@andrewwebb6270]

Congrats on 100 episodes guys! Question about the future, do you guys plan on having something similar to The Whisk(e)y Vault on the new channel? Also, If you guys would be so kind, could you do a video on the Aberfeldy you guys have in the vault? Or a video on the Double Black Johnnie Walker would be nice too. Here's too 100 more episodes and 100% more *NOPE AGAINST THE RULES*

[@FightStealDrink]

You may want to check out the upcoming tuesday episode... just sayin'

[@andrewwebb6270]

Rex I've been watching every day since I subscribed so that shouldn't be an issue! Thanks again guys

[@FightStealDrink]

You are a gentleman, and a scholar.

[@chacehawkins4708]

100 episodes!!!!

[@WeeStrom]

Liking 4y late for there and back again lmao

[@dresh9122]

I'm fully aware that it's what's in the bottle that counts but have you ever seen a prettier bottle than the new Highland Park 12 - Viking honour!

[@FightStealDrink]

That's a whiskey bottle worthy of Ragnar Lothbrok! Don't let Daniel tell you he looks like him.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Yes! They have the most kickass bottle designs these days. And whisky in them is fantastic.

[@dresh9122]

Serious Q - the 18 yr old will be starting to print batch numbers on the label. Does the flavour vary enough for a batch number to be important? I know there is differences in the water and the barley each season but is this not dealt with by mixing barrels to provide consistency?

[@WhiskeyVault]

I would guess that the variance would be so subtle you would find it almost impossible to distinguish without a very advanced palate. But that's supposition. I'll have to try it out in real life ;-)

[@dresh9122]

That's my thinking, and I can understand it for a single cask bottling by why differentiate with batch numbers if they are of no practical value? I am unaware of any law regarding batch numbering with regards to traceability/trackability, I assumed that it was for some other reason, is it maybe for making it more collectable?

[@AJvsEverything]

You can dance without moving your feet Rex, white guys do it all the time...

[@Beeblebrox42]

100th viewer of Episode 100, gotta be some luck there.

[@FightStealDrink]

You win the Internet

[@WhiskeyVault]

Now that you've won, what are you going to do with the winnings?!

[@Beeblebrox42]

Toast you both with a dram or 2... ok 3 of Crate & Bow, Tullamore Dew & Larceny.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Well holy shit, man. When you go big, you go big.

[@VapidVulpes]

Breath in while you inhale.... Beautiful, absolute perfection. I think that might be my favorite sentence I've heard in a while! Lol I enjoy that you guys lingered on that, and I also know exactly what you mean by it, but good lord what a hilarious phrase! Also I specifically searched for reviews of this scotch brand as it's one of my favorite alcohols of all time and am hella stoked on your channel now

[@Cougar139tweak]

@ 4:03..... 22 years drinking whisky "properly" (Neat/straight) and this is the second time this week I've been told this and had never been told to do it before (Leave mouth open while inhaling through the nose) Weird...

[@TheBioethicist]

So will you be buying MGP to pass the time?

[@WhiskeyVault]

You got it! We currently have 12 barrels of 2yr old MGP sitting somewhere in Indiana in a warehouse while we wait on our building to be built. mash bill is 75% corn / 21% rye / 4% malted barley, and it went into the barrels at 120 proof.

[@charlieghague]

That's so damn cool. Really stoked for you guys. Will it be a bourbon then? Maybe even a 2 yr straight?

[@WhiskeyVault]

Yes! Exactly!

[@charlieghague]

Wizard Academy Sweet! Hopefully I'll get to try it one day!

[@TheBioethicist]

Do you have an anticipated release? Is there a list one could get on for it?

[@mwpierce5318]

He's more like a gremlin and your like a troll.

[@jasonbennett2209]

Lol, just for reference it’s pronounced McCloud.

[@willhenryshortterms]

Announcement 10:33 mark

[@justanotherparatrooper7098]

Did you hear about the kidnapping at school? It’s fine, he woke up.

[@charlesalan5999]

Never heard of “Famous Grouse” “Cutty Sark” or “J&B”….??? This is a 🥃 whisky show right? I take it that you’ve heard of “Scotch”?!

[@Drew_Mason]

Hine

[@prairiedogs001]

It smells like potpourri and sofa cushion farts...

[@MrHeppy69]

MacLeod is pronounced Macloud or Ma Cloud one word

[@WhiskeyVault]

Thank you!