The Whisk(e)y Vault - Episode 93 - Jameson Caskmates

[@iAmConorD]

I work for Jameson and have been watching ever since I started there to learn more about whiskey, great to see ye drinking some Jameson and other Irish whiskey.

[@FightStealDrink]

Because of your connections, you are now obligated to send me (not daniel) a crate of free Jameson. It's a win-win, because I win twice. No Jameson for Daniel (win), lots of Jameson for Rex (win).

[@WhiskeyVault]

Ignore Rex. He's been drinking.

[@FightStealDrink]

I just gave this reply (from Daniel) a thumbs down. My hope is that he'll learn from the experience and grow as a person.

[@FightStealDrink]

literally grow. because he's small.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Still trying to recover from all your lost screen time, Rex? Sad.

[@augustussohn893]

Just had this. Definitely "dangerous". It's like a whiskey chocolate shake and makes you want to try and drink the entire bottle in a sitting. Thankfully I'm an average guy with an average amount of money to spend, so something like this will be a relatively rare treat.

[@grayfox_yt]

I love how the Mooch snuck in "The cream from two guys" at the end.

[@theoclayton-greene3098]

I just brought this as my first bottle of whiskey, and wow. Thats just got me into whiskey.

[@shanelong7372]

thank you guys it was an amazing experience working with dave and the team at jameson

[@SwitchFeathers]

Revisiting this episode since Jaemeson Stout Cask has quickly become my go-to whiskey. I used to be a Beam Devil's Cut devotee but I suppose being born on St. Patrick's day gives me a tendancy towards the Irish goodness. This whiskey is absolutely delicious and you can't go wrong with it.

[@TheMahagoni]

I'm adding myself to the petition for you guys to do the Black Barrel PLEASE

[@WhiskeyVault]

It's coming down the pike!

[@TheMahagoni]

Much obliged then :)

[@BradHackett]

Zylon Tex black barrel or bust

[@shawnmahan]

Whiskey Vault still can't find a video of you doing black barrel, I just picked up an1 liter bottle of it at my local Costco for $29.99

[@1218Draco]

Whiskey Vault coming down the pipe

[@theunloadedrpg1376]

Finally picked up a bottlw of this after searching in canada for years. I swear this stuff is supernaturally smooth.

[@chadomaniac]

This stuff is smooth! Got a bottle for my Birthday and it surprised me. Sweet vanilla with honey and floral notes imo.

[@repentantsinner665]

I taste chocolate cake in it someone said that and now I cant taste anything other then that whe I try it but it's so fricking good

[@kalvds9345]

Jameson whiskey is a must have in everyones drinks cabinet! That is quite an achievement for an entry level whiskey!

[@mrpeanutbutter6817]

I was pondering over which Jameson i'd buy first, and you convinced me with Caskmates, Stout being my absolute favourite beer :)

[@donna30044]

My favorite spirits are the Scots single malt whiskys, especially peated scotches, but I appreciate a good Irish whiskey occasionally. When I tasted the Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition Irish Whiskey (40%ABV), I knew I had found a permanent addition to my stock of spirits. No ice and only a few (6+/-) drops of still water to 1½ oz. of the Jameson, sipped slowly, is about as good as it get when you want to take a break from good Islay single malts. Drinking from a nosing glass (like a Glencairn or other copita) concentrates the volatiles and greatly enhances the tasting experience. Darned good dram!

[@darthmalak190]

I love how they're constantly waiting for the best opportunity to interrupt each other. xD

[@AJvsEverything]

I just bought a bottle of this tonight as my first official whisk(e)y to start my journey...I love stout beer, and your review made it seem like a great entry level Irish whiskey...it does taste REALLY good, for the first half until all of the alcohol burn kicks in...I think once I accustom myself to drinking liquor neat rather than mixed, I'll enjoy this much more...I also picked up a bottle of Skaalvenn small batch rum that my friend makes, I figured I'd have a mixed drink and sip on my Jameson Stout in between...cheers to you fellas, and keep on entertaining us in 2018...

[@AJvsEverything]

25 minutes later and it's official, Jameson Caskmates turned me into a whiskey drinker...I want to hate this so badly because I've always hated the way Irish and Canadian whiskeys taste/finish, but I keep pouring a little more and a little more and each sip is better and better...

[@WhiskeyVault]

You are already on the first steps of a magical journey. Welcome to the tribe.

[@chad53773]

So Jameson Black Barrel is one of my favourite Irish whiskies...honestly, one of my favourite whiskies period. Still looking forward to your Black Barrel video. :)

[@bigzach322]

I'm an Irish whiskey novice, only having Jameson, Bushmills and Tullamore previously. Before I saw this video I watched the Irish Whiskeys for Advanced Drinkers and instead of buying any of those, I picked up the Caskmates Stout last weekend. North Carolina doesn't have a great Irish selection and this was "cheap" compared to some of the other choices y'all suggested. I have to tell you I am blown away by how good it tastes! The bottle also included a free 50 mL bottle of standard Jameson, which is perfect for comparing the 2 side-by-side. There is such a huge difference, even though I enjoy both. In NC we have state-run liquor, the standard Jameson is $30 and the Caskmates are $35. For that price I think the Caskmates are a freaking steal, I'm looking forward to trying some of these other Jameson varieties soon. Have you reviewed the Caskmates IPA yet?

[@Jackisaboss1208]

Where in NC did you find Caskmates?

[@bigzach322]

@@Jackisaboss1208 I see them at most ABC stores I've been to in the Triangle and Wilmington.

[@Jackisaboss1208]

Zachary Robbins Just picked someone up at the ABC off Avent Ferry in Raleigh. Pretty freaking tasty

[@BG-oj6zt]

Try Jameson crested or black barrel if you get the chance .

[@adwnpinoy]

Here in VA regular Jameson and cask mates are both $30

[@munkee221]

I love when you guys (especially Rex) cross the line! Keep on crossing it lol

[@vgmrevisited832]

I showed the stout version caskmates to my friend who’s very much into whiskey, and he was quite surprised. Delightful drink, and at a reasonable price too.

[@SuperSchooni]

We in the Kansas City area have a local brewery called Boulevard Brewing Co. they offer some dark beers aged in Bourbon barrels, rye barrels and scotch ale barrels. Worth the taste!

[@peautifulbenis3673]

SuperSchooni late reply, but that sounds delicious.

[@schmittins33]

That's one of my favorite breweries because of their meshing with different kinds whiskey barrels. Such good beers

[@bennyhiggins4117]

try the black barrel! I just picked up a bottle and love it, I wanna hear your thoughts!

[@WhiskeyVault]

I have! It's awesome! We'll do it on camera.

[@bennyhiggins4117]

I know you have I just wanna see the video lol, I've noticed a lot of flavors in this one that aren't in the original especially after adding a little water.

[@WhiskeyVault]

definitely

[@timcooke9933]

Now you need to do a comparison between the Stout and the IPA Caskmates.

[@justanotherparatrooper7098]

Slept like a log last night … woke up in the fireplace.

[@busseyb.227]

drinking it as I watch...very good.

[@Lacotemale]

Review Caskmates IPA edition?

[@jimmartin8579]

I'll be definitely trying a bottle of the Caskmate real soon. Let's see the Black Barrel review. I've been enjoying it as an intro to Irish Whiskey myself, and I wasn't expecting it to be so smooth; and it is sweeter than I would have imagined even after been aged, in part, in Bourbon barrels. Look forward to your review - Cheers

[@MaddBaggins]

Now, I'm a beer guy, in fact I brew for a living but I couldn't get into the Caskmates. It seemed harsh to me. My brother in law drinks it a lot. Irish whiskey is my jam and my go-to is either Bushmills 10yr or RedBreast 12yr. Cheers guys, I like the channel.

[@WhiskeyVault]

That is wild that you love Bushmills 10 and Redbreast 12 but think Caskmates is Harsh! I love that. It's so unique it makes me really want to track down the flavor that your brain is interpreting as aggressive. I have the opposite experience.

[@MaddBaggins]

Make your way thru Tucson and we can drink a few, for educational purposes of course.

[@boomsticks_and_battlefield]

Let us not forget another legendary Elmer... Elmer Keith, father of the .357 magnum revolver. Cheers 🥃

[@lucrative6477]

i got this because of this video, and i dont regret it.

[@MarcelGomesPan]

Pouring myself a glass of the ordinary Jameson now. 🥃 I actually lived in the town where it comes from , Midleton, Co Cork,in the 90’s.

[@coachace123]

I'm drinking this now. And it surprised me. Smooth and delicious. Should I get Black Barrel? Yes. Yes, I should.

[@rileyvandyke6298]

What about the new Caskmates IPA edition?

[@AliAkbar-gq6ed]

Seems as though the Texas slang for Jamison is jame -E but here in New York it’s jame-O

[@GodsavedTrump]

Here in Arizona its pronounced Jame-uh-son.

[@matthiasdahms7]

as someone who drank beer almost exclusively before completly leaving it behind for whisky i love caskmates. the nose is just perfect, the taste is not quite as good as the nose because the hop is dominating the whole thing, even tho that fact grows on me by the sip.. really good especially for the buck

[@Sierubino]

Are we really just letting it slide that at the end of this video Rex says that he's getting creamy notes from two guys????

[@catman32000]

Have you reviewed the IPA version?

[@The4Wills]

Love IPA, this is wonderful stuff. Review time and include Glenfiddich IPA too.

[@Grussky_40]

With the Stout Cask Jameson I get a smoky wood and fruity note on my palate, like an American grape brandy.

[@ericescott9039]

This is my favorite go to whiskey and what a bargain.

[@blackjackmcgack]

You guys are awesome Love the videos!

[@dickmitchell2760]

have you done a review of Dalwhinnie 15? picked it up the other day and enjoyed it would love to hear your comments though, thanks for the show, cheers

[@WhiskeyVault]

We haven't yet, but it's a good one! We'll add it in.

[@danielrowe2174]

One of my favorite whiskeys. The Black edition that comes is apart of the trio pack is my favorite Jameson so far as it had a Reddit whip vanilla cream taste on the finish. So good. I've yet to try the IPA editio.

[@ronaldtheriot]

I tried this, last week, and it was really good.

[@UrbanChaos11]

Enjoyed seeing your opinion on the caskmates, ive been a fan since I first discovered it. although recently I've been trying to expand my horizons a little bit. Any recommendations for branching out? oh and you managed to pronounce my last name correctly kick ass

[@no834]

And caskmates is good stuff they also have an IPA barrel aged version

[@AmerginMacEccit]

Jameson Stout Edition rocks!!!

[@NotQuiteEpic]

Just 30 seconds into the video and they've said Jameson so many times that I have to go and pour a Jameson.

[@Aaron-wq7lt]

Can you do the IPA caskmates?

[@Darks_Onry_N_Mean]

My go to Irish whiskey has always been the regulations jameson but today i picked up a bottle of jameson caskmates stout edition and the stout edition is really smooth and creamy like in flavor which i really like... Now i just have to try out jameson black barrel

[@bb3intheoc898]

It is currently available at a leading Southern California grocer $20 for one bottle or $16 per bottle for six or more

[@SirSamTheThird]

I love the IPA version of the Caskmate.

[@AVirk]

What happened to jameson black barrel?

[@WhiskeyVault]

We may or may not have consumed all of it and had to find another bottle

[@Soldier957]

The IPA is great too. So smooth.

[@RhosefRho]

oh hell yes. okay story: i bought caskmates for st Patricks day this year cause I am newish to alcohol and it seemed more interesting than the run of the mill Jameson. also I am part Irish so it was a professional courtesy. obviously I hated it at first. skip ahead a bunch of months and I randomly saw a Modern rogue episode (a channel I dont even subscribe to) pop up with Dan in it lol. and started watching this series. I learned I dont actually like whisk(e)y but love the nerdy distilling and history details. now I understand why the macallan 12 year double cask kicks my ass (being a skotch). I say all this to get to the fact that I am returning to whisk(e)ys to see if I can pick up on all the sudlties etc of whisk(e)ys. I cant. back to jameson, it is the friendliest whiskey I have so every night after work I have been having some trying to spot all the flavors the bottle says are in it. I cant. and to also get use to the alcohol and whiskey taste. but I a not giving up. its been about 5 days and I am half way through the bottle. weirdly enough i felt tipsy about 20 minutes ago cause I just had a bunch. well like 4 ounces, I am the definition of light weight, also I hate all beer except stouts. Guinness is sooo good. also I oddly enough found Monkey shoulder at my local store and bought their last bottle. that took me to the wood shed so I am saving that for the future.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Guinness is the right place to start! Love it. Grateful that you're hanging out with us and starting your whiskey journey

[@chrispham6714]

Since the whiskey is overpowering, try adding some room temp water to it. Try them neat and if it is overpowering a few drops of water helps make it more subtle and make it more enjoyable.

[@doctorwho311]

Two years later and still no black barrel video

[@GunnyGunnerson]

Ive been drinking Black bush compaired to that its not as a full flavour. Pretty sweet on the back end. Its a nice change. It was on sale so I grabbed a bottle to try.

[@johnsneade2995]

Did you ever do the black barrel?

[@gamingspectrum5403]

Keep crossing the line rex and don't ever look back.

[@gdes4063]

Teeling have also done a stout cask with a craft brewery called Galway Bay in the west of Ireland (former rum cask, Teeling single malt, Galway Bay 200 fathoms Imperial Stout, then back to Teeling to make a their stout cask.) Interesting if you haven't tried it.

[@tdolan500]

Can you get the Jameson distillery reserve in America? I got a bottle from the old Dublin distillery, apparently it's only for people retiring from Jameson.

[@WhiskeyVault]

I've never seen it! I'd love to try though.

[@tdolan500]

Wizard Academy I'll see if I can send you some when I crack it open!

[@charlieghague]

Really digging this channel! Would love to see you two discuss the different types of glassware used to drink whiskey. I use the Glencairn crystal glasses myself but always wondered what the advantages of that design are. Also, what do you think of whiskey stones? I've used them and wasn't too impressed. Mainly, I couldn't get over the feeling that I had dirty rocks in my whiskey.

[@davidrahn9903]

PurplePachydrm I agree, I use an old snifter my father gave me, but I'm curious as to what the appropriate glassware for tasting whiskey is.

[@WhiskeyVault]

I love the glass thing. We'll talk it over. There's no wrong glass for whisky as long as it doesn't leak. But you will have very different experiences with the whisky depending on your glass. On the rocks, I completely agree. Not a fan, really.

[@charlieghague]

Yes, the idea that different glassware can change the experience with a whiskey is def something I'd like to explore more.

[@FEWGEE1]

Jamesons stout editon is my favourite whiskey, and considering it's only £2-£3 more than standard Jamesons, it's a no brainer.

[@ngkos17]

Rex said Shit and was censored while Daniel was free to say "Holy shit" :D

[@WhiskeyVault]

I guess my shit doesn't stink!

[@ArgKnoxville86]

You didn't still do an episode on Jameson Black Barrel, please do!

[@lonewanderer3603]

I love caskmates!

[@calebhartz]

It's better than the original.

[@TruckerGlass]

Should you drink this at room temp or chilled?

[@steveamsp]

I know that this is almost two years after the fact, but I have the same problem trying to come up with one "go-to" whiskey. When I look at my whiskey shelves, I feel like Prothero in "V for Vendentta" looking at his cabinet of drugs, choosing what his intoxicant of the night will be. Favorites and Menu-Indecision definitely don't go together. If I wasn't doing the Quarterly Challenge, I'd probably be worried that I had a serious problem, to be honest.

[@MartianTom]

Good review, guys. I'm working my way down a bottle right now. I think I prefer straight Jameson's. But after the second glass, I don't really care....

[@jdion79]

Found this on sale for 18 bucks. Beautiful stuff.

[@MrLookky]

Hello Daniel and Rex, the most magnificent bastards here, Ever since my girlfriend's brother started collecting whisk(e)ys, Ive been trying out some as well. However, since all he had at that time was Glenlivet and Coal Ila, Ive since then primarily drank the Livet. However, I recently found your channel, making me want to try out some new things. Ive bought a Dalwhinnie Winter's Gold and together with a friend of mine we also started trying some Walkers. Now, after hearing Daniel talk about Dalmore, I decided to buy a 12 year old and oh my - that was different. It made me wonder if I have been really shallow (?) with my choices so far. The Dalmore did make me want to try even more, and Id love to try things that are different from the Livets. Where should I go next? Thank you in advance, Loek (and a shoutout to Stan and Jirry)

[@elisabethtom7240]

What about Glenlivet Captain’s Reserve?

[@ElPoorKnow]

Still holding out on the black barrel?

[@MrTimezone2]

I am ok with whiskey, Then I had the Stout Caskmate, Wow. I had it neat at room temp and it wasn't gross but delicious. I now have my signature whiskey. Great with Ginger Beer too. I'm not spirit heavy.

[@tallica4life81]

Have you done the Jameson IPA caskemate edition yet?

[@lenas9487]

I love Jamieson!!

[@raymondmota2776]

Hey guys hope I'm not bugging you guys but once again I've come across a markdown at the grocery store hopefully I got a good one and maybe you can do a review. I came across Jameson special reserve 12 year. Gonna try it after work today. Cheers fellas. Oh btw I got it for $26.50. I talked to the guy in charge of the liquor section and asked how they determined what greats marked down? He said it's either not in the set of just over ordered or discontinued. They I asked if he would shoot me a text or give me a call whenever the whiskey gets marked down he said sure. Have a great day fellas.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Holy freaking crap, man. I need to send you money and have you be my whisky shopper. That bottle is normally $60 if you can find it. And it's no longer being produced.

[@raymondmota2776]

Whiskey Vault do you guys have that Jameson? If so can you do a review? Can't stop watching. You guys are freaking awesome.

[@AdAce21]

I'm not a whiskey fan, but I love stouts. This stuff is delicious.

[@Mercutio01]

For my birthday this week I got this (which is fantastic) and the Tamdhu 10. Any thoughts on the Tamdhu? I searched through and didn't see a video of it. I like it even though it's on the sweet side. I get distinct flavors of caramel and cream, with some pepper spice as it rolls back off my tongue. Good stuff. (Also got some Glencairn glasses so no more wine glasses for me.)

[@WhiskeyVault]

Well played. Yes, I have that Tamdhu. It's definitely a bit sweet for my taste, but a wonderful whiskey, nonetheless.

[@RasmusDyhrFrederiksen]

Please try Jameson Black Barrell some time?

[@TruckerGlass]

Should you chill this or just room temp?

[@Puff1965]

First...i love you guys and your reviews and shenanigans...i just bought the Black Barrel and love it!. But would love to hear a review. I get a lot of "green apple". Help me...confirm that...i feel crazy for tasting green apple...

[@jonathonghowarth]

Still waiting on the black barrel review

[@jordanaleman9461]

Two guys got together and mass something creamy😂😂

[@the-chillian]

Shane Long is the guy you must defeat to stand a chance.

[@skylarlane5650]

As with all your reviews, this was quite good and entertaining. I ended up buying this bottle and I get a ton of chocolate cream in this pour. Anyone else ? reminds me a bit of a tootsie roll.

[@duckcc73]

Recorded an episode of my podcast while drinking this. It’s dangerous just like Daniel says. Without intention, I went through at least 3 inches of the bottle while we recorded a movie commentary. ... It’s one of our best episodes ever 😂.

[@tomanderson1085]

found a ipa caskmate have you tried this?

[@brianluck84]

Tom Anderson I've been searching for the IPA. A local beer heavy seas by me in Maryland partnered with Jameson and brewed one of their ipas in a jameson barrel and it was amazing. I can't wait to taste the whiskey portion if it

[@speedrakk]

where is the bruichladdich love? thanks guys

[@WhiskeyVault]

It's tomorrow!

[@marcpixler141]

that's scary.i just pulled out a port charlotte heavily peated.heaven

[@jimbintz2424]

Old leather on the nose, hint of floral sweetness, smooth taste, mild tobacco finish

[@giottovongola2938]

the casmates whisky tastes to me like what i thought a blend would taste like when thinking about it ... Just one Creamy Mesh of many things non of them very prominent but all mellow and creamy and mixed into each other

[@UnoCholoLocco]

SMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTH

[@nilo70]

I can actually watch the guys tasting and taste with what I have at home !

[@troyholden4153]

You guys should really try and find a bottle of hell cat Maggie. It's Irish whisky

[@WhiskeyVault]

Yeah, Hell Cat Maggie is a sourced Irish whisky created by a marketing company in Minneapolis. I have it. It's decent for a budget whisky.

[@troyholden4153]

Whiskey Vault love that stuff and love the caskmates as well. If you drink any rum have you heard of Kirk and sweeney?

[@WhiskeyVault]

Nope!

[@troyholden4153]

Whiskey Vault no you haven't heard of it or you don't drink it lol? If not look for the Kirk and Sweeney 23yr As you'd put it. It's a very pretty rum thats super smooth.

[@adoncapcom5767]

Focus on the chain of Daniel’s necklace. It is forever blurry. I bet you could not focus your eyes on it for too long without hurting your vision. It is like everything is in HD but the chain looks to be in 240p. :-) what gives ? I’m sober by the way.

[@raymondmota2776]

Man every time I find one it's one bottle and that's it. He did mention that he had a bottle of Remy Martin XO 750ml regular 159.00 that he was going to mark down by 50%. I have never had a cognac before and told him nah it's ok then he said are you sure it comes in this kick ass seashell looking bottle. You can use it as a decanter after if you want. I still said no not today let me think about it. Man I feel like I spend a lot on booze. Rex needs to start a mooch academy cause I need to learn about drinking for free lol.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Yes. Free drinking is so much better :-)

[@seancbrophy]

Where is the Black Barrel epi? Either you haven’t done it or I can’t find it like some kinda idiot. Either way. Looking forward to it! :] cheers!

[@WhiskeyVault]

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[@shawnmahan]

Whiskey Vault I thought that was going to be the Jameson black barrel reserve

[@Crystali10-q2b]

I have jameson original one but never oppend it :) gonna do it to night 😂

[@nilo70]

I have Two bottles of this in my house ! ( they are miniature bottles 50 mils ) I am starting a collection !

[@patricktrainor9703]

I love Jameson! Took me a while to realise I'm more of a Jameson guy, over bourbon and scotch

[@timoleary5815]

I love watching these videos as they are very entertaining, I can't take the opinions seriously though as every whisky you taste is apparently amazing! I struggle to buy that, more like marketing than an honest review. Still love you guys however, just not as a reference of what to try or buy.

[@eliwebster8884]

Jameson on the rocks is great for sipping and chatting with a good friend. favorite whiskey but I haven't got the chance to try any other Irish whiskeys because I live in a rather rural area. liquor brands are limited in the area.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Whisky and friends is the perfect combo regardless of how you drink it.

[@qdog9521]

Please try the new IPA edition.