Whiskey Review: Westland Distillery Peated Malt and Sherry Wood

[@billmccrackin8825]

How bout some Minnesota peat. We have lots.

[@bryanschulz459]

Ardbeg 10 and Laphroaig 10 here in Indiana run me about 50 to $55

[@1bhitte]

So how does sourcing work do you have to have a tax stamp or is that just for the distilling...ie can i barrel finished sourced whiskys in my garage?

[@christinavanness7697]

Sooooo... How do you get on the board? Asking for a friend...

[@OranjMoose]

No No what are you scheming

[@christinavanness7697]

Mitchell Finger scheming!? Never!

[@graysenm1320]

😂😂😂😂

[@rengar56]

Does your friends name start with a C and end in hristina?

[@christinavanness7697]

Adam O'Gara lol.. I give nothing away

[@notkimjongun2283]

Rex seems like someone you’d always love drinking with but would be the death of you on a roadtrip

[@ericschwab409]

If it were my road trip Rex would be left at the rest area in Sydney, Nebraska without shoes or whisky or his damned hair. #RexBald

[@whiskeygolfer3028]

Are you still planning on doing a crowd sourced Irish list? Or was that a passing thought that got lost in the shenanigans?

[@WhiskeyTribe]

yup. just fitting it in to the schedule since takes a bit longer to shoot than normal eps.

[@whiskeygolfer3028]

Whiskey Tribe great thank you, you guys are awesome.

[@hrothgargames6251]

Hey does peat prefer aerobic or anaerobic conditions? Also does it like acidic or basic conditions? I’m pretty sure it prefers wet conditions I’m just not sure about the other parts.

[@ericschwab409]

Peat isn’t a plant, but it is made up of plant debris. Peat is formed by long term plant debris build up water rich areas such as in bogs, fens, etc. Peat only truly forms in predominantly wet conditions where it accumulates over time and isn’t disturbed. Bogs are permanently wet and build up peat faster than fens. Fens are seasonally semi-wet/dry so conditions aren’t optimal for peat formation and preservation. Peat creates a naturally low oxygen acidic environment and the organic matter or peat naturally chelates or chemically binds many toxins and heavy metals such as uranium and thorium. Bogs and associated wetlands serve as important natural water filtration systems and that’s one reason they are protected. Human and animal carcasses long buried in peat bogs in Europe have been found in near perfect condition because of . the low oxygen and acid conditions. The carcasses were effectively “tanned” and mummified while buried in the peat. Peat and peat derived soils are called histosol by soil scientists and are the subject of a great deal of ecological and geochemical research.

[@hooey5870]

Hey Daniel, what's the significance of beading in a whisky? I recently came across a bottle of Laphroaig Madeira and noticed that it throws out more beads than a pervert at Mardi Gras, and the beads linger long enough (30-40 secs) to make the whisky look frothy after a good shake. I've heard contradictory things about this with a source saying that it's a sign of the whisky being fake while others claim that it's normal for high proof whiskies.

[@thomaslinden7598]

what a glorious start to the week Mcal,M

[@gilbertg1583]

Hey Rex, question. No that you are member of the school board shouldn’t you be the keeper to the special whiskey cabinet? Or is Daniel still in charge??

[@Matthew-re9pb]

The westland sherry and whistlepig old world have been my favorite whiskys ive tried Also really enjoy - jack daniels single barrel select, whistlepig boss hog, westlands american oak, dewars white label and wild turkey russels reserve 10 year

[@stacieh4023]

Just bought the 3 bottle set from Westland. Between Westland and Stranahan’s, I’m becoming a big American Single Malt fan!

[@mfpeden]

When I went to the distillery tour in August, the Westland folks mentioned sourcing their own peat from an old military base, all the other peat in Washington is "protected wetlands". They said they wouldn't have Washington peated product to release for a few years.

[@ericschwab409]

Military peat......yeah, no thanks! Most military bases are Superfund sites just waiting to be declared as such.

[@mfpeden]

Eric Schwab I guess I should say military owned land..

[@jhawkk2004]

I wish I could live in TX just for your whiskey prices!!! I live in MD, and all of the whisky that was recommended is easily over $45 most places. Ardbeg 10 tends to be closer to $60 in most places. If you want a budget Islay, try Smokey Joe. It's a blend of Islay single malts, and very good.

[@macheesmo3]

Question: i have heard that the north side of a bourbon rick house is often where the good stuff is found. Is there any truth to this or is it just shenanigans? ( i ask because my local store picked their private select 4 roses from warehouse E on the north side)

[@ericschwab409]

Hill Billy It’s generally cooler on the north facing sides of buildings without climate control in the northern hemisphere. So yes, there is a temperature difference that probably influences the barrels and aging process. The reason the north side is cooler has to do with Earth-Sun geometry and is simple in principle but kind of complex to actually explain. I used to help teach a science class in college that was filled with business and music majors fulfilling their non-major/elective degree requirements. When it came to explaining Earth-Sun geometry and the equinoxes you could see their brains shutting down. It was incredible. 🤯

[@drywater_]

I really wish I could find something around the prices they quote. Ardbeg and Laphroaig run $47 and $53 respectively at the cheapest here in Florida.

[@dant1349]

Westland does use domestically harvested peat. Apparently it’s doable, but really difficult because most peat bogs in the US are considered as protected national resources.

[@ericschwab409]

Yeah, that’s why we get our peat for potting soil and gardening peat from Canada! Lol!

[@crow468]

Hi Rex. Thank you for sharing your Westland single malts with your som friend there. I hope he appreciates it.

[@Mastodon6889]

Def one of my favorite intro bits. Quick, simple, hilarious.

[@RichardJones-rd9gv]

Daniel, I'm in the Austin area as well. What is the possibility of getting a peek at your pricing spreadsheet that you mention in this video?

[@markvironda]

How close are you guys to already outgrowing the new distillery?

[@jdnlv]

I am feeling very special and sparkly. I'm glad I could contribute to the drinking of something so special. Being a Magnificent Bastard exceeded my expectations and Rex you can thank me by pouring me something special when I see y'all in the future. I'm learning to mooch from the best.

[@thomaselmer9728]

So if Rex is on the board, he is no longer a Mooch, he is part owner of the vault. He's not a Somme and he's not a Mooch anymore, he's only a suit on the board. He needs to be stripped of his Mooch robe and sacred necklace.

[@ericschwab409]

Public divestiture of the symbols of office.....yes! I’m still waiting for the Great Balding......when’d the damned fur coming off? #RexBald!

[@TheFallingobjective]

I'm looking for a 21 year old whiskey for a friend's party. He loves speyside. I'm very open to any suggestions.

[@WhiskeyTribe]

thats a very old whiskey. this is probably a great balance of niceness / cost for a 21yr old. www.thewhiskyexchange.com/p/2068/glenfarclas-21-year-old

[@Fidasaind]

I think Glencfarclas tends to have older bottles for reasonable prices and 21 and 25 are fairly easily accessible in many areas.

[@gilbertgoldsmith1158]

Glenfiddich 21 yr old finished in rum casks.

[@kyp23]

Glenfiddich 21 and glendronach Parliament 21 both are excellent

[@canadianwhiskysmith6453]

Parts of North America recently received additional bottles of Glenfiddich Winter Storm. In Calgary, AB, this is a $300 bottle, not sure about pricing elsewhere. It is very nice...easy to sip with a good balance of sweetness. At 21 years, though, the barrel notes do start to come through rather strong at times. The first time I tried it, I got the sensation of a mildly peated whisky (and had someone else comment with a similar sensation). The second time I tried, I let the glass breath for a while, and I think it made a difference...the ice wine notes came through far more readily. This is not uncommon in older whisky (in my experience). If you think about it, peat is vegetation and so is oak. It isn't a real shock to find similarities...especially in whisky that's been sitting in a barrel for a couple of decades :-D

[@thomasgraves1332]

I know you guys are busy as cork squeak, but when are we going to get to see you guys take this gig on the road to some other distilleries?

[@infideler]

We just got our first Total Wine & whatever here in NYC (well, Westbury, Long Island) and the prices are insane. I'm just having a little guilt not supporting local business in the area, but sometimes the savings are tremendous.

[@niallgraham14]

Hey guys, love the content and have been a long time sub! I would classify myself more on the "new" side of whiskey though have tried many since I begun following. I honestly was holding back from trying Laphroaig 10 as when you have described island scotches in the past you stated "not for the faint hearted" Anyways, I bit the bullet this weekend past and man oh man did I LOVE it! Each new whiskey I have purchased I drink along to your past reviews but can't seem to find a Laphroaig 10 as the main review. I get cinnamon on the nose....is that right??? I mean Christmas candy cane cinnamon! Do you get this? Keep up the great work and never stop the shenanigans! Niall

[@ericschwab409]

Niall, welcome to the dark side sir. Life will never be the same. Go get some Ardbeg and join the cult!

[@kluzz]

Wow, Whittington didn't completely butcher the pronunciation of my name! :)

[@jok3r1024]

I need to go back and find the first episode with that bath robe. It looks so comfortable.

[@bryanschulz459]

A blue heron was stuck in the mud. We had to call for a crane to get him out.

[@bradl2636]

I think we need an American Single Malt shootout...

[@danrice9197]

How in the hell are we getting 22 thumbs down? ..... i have a more important questiom though , i love bourbon and have atempted scotch but did not love it as much as bourbon but have recently been mixing my johnny black with bad cheap bourbon i.e. very old Barton about equal parts each and have really liked it. So are there any bourbony scotches?

[@Fidasaind]

Wow Daniel. Can you go shopping for me and ship to Arizona? I thought we had good prices here but damn! Of those

[@ericschwab409]

Yeah, $35 Bunnahabhain is pure fiction! Total fiction! Ha!

[@bike_practicer3677]

Cheapest Islay in AZ in 2021 is $35 Laphroaig at total wine

[@suitablefortreatment]

You know what’s even more magnificent? Equal parts of all three Westland malts (standard, sherried, and peated) mixed together...

[@bdazdrumer]

yeah rex was way over kill this episode

[@PhotoDaveJax]

When exactly did Rex (officially) lose his mind?? 🤔?

[@ericschwab409]

Exsqueeze 🤔 me but don’t you have to have one first before actually losing one? I’m just saying....lol! 🤗

[@technicalfanoftechtastisch3063]

Where can one buy used casks?

[@ericschwab409]

Rocky Mountain Barrel Co. but there are other places on-line. Can you afford 40-50 gallons of whiskey to fill it is the next question.

[@82295crashdown]

I find in Massachusetts I seem to find anything named scotch is 40 bucks or higher :/

[@CheeseTaterson]

I feel your pain man. The cheapest single-malts or non-budget blends here in Indiana are usually around the $50 line.

[@ericschwab409]

These are signs that you should leave the land of mullets and go to whisky friendlier realms.

[@mattbrotherton]

Rex, I’m not sure but are you a member of the board

[@angelsfan1514]

Looks like you guys are having do much fun

[@NotQuiteEpic]

I'm a Texan and I've never seen Ardbeg for under $50.

[@gregsmith7761]

"You are on this counsel, but we do not grant you the rank of master." LOL!!! I didn't see it posted yet.

[@mattpoynter5243]

you know the westland head distiller had been out to Bruichladdich to see what Adam Hannet has been doing.

[@joshy_d]

How about a top 3 Scottish Whiskey?

[@adamhutchison19]

I just paid $50 for Laphroaig 10 in Dayton, Ohio.

[@michaeldaniels8121]

Question on climate’s effect on aging: assuming all aging is happening indoors, why don’t distilleries simply control the temperature and humidity of their warehouses to age things slower? I’m assuming there’s some reason that isn’t possible but I don’t see why.

[@the-chillian]

Consider that in the traditional whisk[e]y-producing regions, this has been going on for hundreds of years. Up until the early 1900s it simply wasn't possible to climate-control a warehouse, and even then it would have been prohibitively expensive until fairly recently. So now you basically can't do it that way and still preserve a whiskey's regional character. For newer craft whiskies with no history behind them it's certainly possible, I'd think. But even then I'd guess slower aging isn't always desirable.

[@ericschwab409]

The cost of doing this would really eat into profits and the alcohol in the air in the necessarily closed off building would be a fire/explosion/health hazard beyond current conditions that would have to be mitigated through engineering means. In the end, the whiskies would all cost a lot more. Also, you need some seasonal variation in the temperatures in the rack houses in order to get the whiskies in the barrels to permeate the wood. In effect, the natural heating and cooling cycles in temperate areas of the world are the best and cheapest means to effectively age whisky.

[@TheBioethicist]

This is one more reason for Whiskey Tribe Inc. to just buy the vault and the channel from the school.

[@datSnoz]

You guys need to do an actual Macallan M review!

[@ulkesh78]

Yeah none of those Islay prices are anywhere near what I see in MS. They all average 60-80 for a bottle for all the ones you spoke of :(

[@meesternibbles]

Rex needs to tread carefully... pride cometh before the fall.

[@YellowTrashMan]

Everything in Illinois is at least 20% more.

[@matthewjund3355]

I just paid $70 for Ardbeg 10. Might have found a place where I can get it for $60. But under $35? Really? What am I doing wrong?

[@henryprater703]

I just picked some up for 50 in Tennessee and was dang proud to find that. It is generally 60+ in Alabama. Suffice to say, it's not you, it's where you live/shop.

[@TheBradWhittington]

Yeah, despite what The Somm says, not in Austin, either. Here are the prices from March 2018 for Ardbeg 10. Twin Liquors $53.99 Total Wine $44.99 Specs $46.07 #NotTheOnlyGuyWithASpreadsheet

[@JimmyLeg]

Finally a Whittington with some actual facts.

[@oggystew]

Daniel’s turned into a goddamn rebel, and Rex is the authority. What the hell is going on?

[@ericschwab409]

This is call role reversal and it won’t end well for Rex. #DanielEmployeeFromHellWeek

[@GeorgeArvanitidisart]

I don't like the new bossy Rex!!! Poor Daniel!!!! Hahaha!!!! I can't wait to try your whiskies guys!!!

[@ericschwab409]

I can hear it now........ Rex to Daniel “Hiring you was like losing two good men!” Daniel to Rex “But YOU didn’t hire me!” Rex to Daniel “Oh, yeah.....I forgot!” 😜

[@wolfloverify]

Rex, we all know you wouldn't fire dan. But if you did, i wouldn't just unsubscribe. I would report every video on whisky vault. I would do the best that i can to be a problem to you.

[@ericschwab409]

Lol! Attaboy!

[@Screen_Geeks]

After seeing Rex make sure he's properly fluffed, I had a realization. Rex is his own Fluffer.

[@ericschwab409]

I thought he was too fluffy a long time ago. #RexBald

[@kaseyowens3065]

Jesus Islay whiskies in colorado are $50 minimum! Maybe one time I saw bunahabbain for 45.

[@usethishere]

Glorious indeed

[@Dsimms13]

I don't know why but that toast messed with me. It felt all sorts of wrong.

[@Slinky518]

Never apologize for a nutty finish, Rex...

[@joncarson2322]

I feel like this whole board of directors thing is getting to Rex's head.... just a little ;)

[@CheeseTaterson]

Man, the cheapest for Ardbeg 10 here (Indiana of all places!) is $50. Then again, this state's never really had much of a drinking culture aside from Budweiser. :/

[@ericschwab409]

Leave the Land of Mullets! Go to Kentucky or somewhere that there is a drinking culture.

[@CheeseTaterson]

It's been tempting man! Coming back here after 4 years in Alaska, shit's killing me lol.

[@actual_ice_lord4068]

Middle-aged Whiskey-Hagrid has taken over control of Whiskey-Hogwarts, and Balding Whiskey-Dumbledore is powerless to stop him. #HarryPotterandtheBoardofDirectors.

[@cooperdoup1925]

"Just buttered their nut's & put it in a glass" -Rex 2018

[@jcfernandez9193]

Glorious

[@thatsgoodgb]

Are you guys ready to take hundreds and hundreds of pictures on the opening night of the distillery? You are going to be the divas of the night, i'm sure 😁

[@the_whiskeyshaman]

$3500 for macallen m. Is it that good🙄

[@ericschwab409]

Randall Janc No! More like $5K now.

[@matthewwright57]

#firerex

[@strayer99]

making hooch...better be damn fine hooch.

[@fulfathomfive]

You need a chandelier in the destillery made from nothing but old Macallan M bottles. I raise my hand to volunteer

[@Firesword534]

I think the power might have gone to Rex's head.

[@ericschwab409]

Rex needs the biblical “Samson Treatment”.......#RexBald

[@aclefler]

Lies!!!! No Islay under $35 in my area! 50 bucks is a minimum! Indiana sucks man

[@aclefler]

CrazyJimmi9 which part of Indiana?

[@joshevans5127]

same. Phroig/Beg 10 are $46-50 in Houston, Tx area

[@ObjCDev]

Same in central NY unfortunately.. I'm normally looking at $15-$20 above the prices they mention.

[@stanislavmigra]

Like you lot dont have extra 10 bucks for a bottle :-/

[@ObjCDev]

stanislavmigra well sure I technically *have the extra $15 most of the time, but given the option of paying more (mostly in tax)- or less, I’d rather save the extra cash.

[@killit3480]

I kill for some whiskey made from you GUYS

[@mijchanroc]

Love ya Rex, but I'm already tired of the board jokes.

[@rengar56]

Feels like we are ramping up to a #REXWEEK with a retaliation of #DANIELWEEK for dessert

[@YanceyFoster]

4rd.

[@TheFire929]

Ford

[@ahmedmekkawy6715]

they just buttered their nuts and put it in a glass !?? Really Rex !! :D , very saulty :P lol Cheers tp u guys from Egypt ! :)

[@bavomaes]

glorious Master MOOOOOOCH #RexWeek

[@LukeJarrett]

Did you see how giggly Danny Boy got when Rex was rubbing his head? I think he liked it...

[@kc5sdy]

Crap! Rex grabbing bottles reminded me of a movie. I can see the scene. Can't remember the actor's name. He is walking down the driveway in a robe, picking up things as he goes along including a deck chair. Crap!!!! It is on the tip of my tongue!!

[@kc5sdy]

The Jerk!!!! That is the movie!!!

[@fulfathomfive]

If Rex isnt on the website as a board of director it didnt happen... must have cheesy mooch photo to be qualified. I call Shennanigans, this is a travishamockery... thats a travisty wrapped up in a sham, engulfed in a mockery,

[@Kcastro13]

it me.

[@JeradBradley]

1:28 Rex, don't kid yourself. You're good, but not that good.

[@joshheadley4941]

Why no peated and sherried Westland? for shame your moochiness. Also a sad day as I learned Hibiki 17 will be phased out of production soon.

[@phauntis]

The Fuck! Where are you getting Ardbeg 10 for under 35 usd. its 50/70 euros in fricking Ireland ffs! TELL ME

[@thewhiskycouch7886]

Insubordinate Daniel 🤣 Cloaked Rex 😜 and Peated Westland 👌🥃!

[@zachhealy6831]

Rexxxxx!!!! Nooooooooo use your powers for good!!!

[@joeybres5158]

35$ for Ardbeg 10???? WHAT????? I can't find it in Cleveland for less than 70$ why is Ohio so trash

[@Mateo-he9qk]

Toooooo much Rexford!

[@delohclooney]

Rex needs to calm it down a bit. This channel should be balanced between shenanigans and real whisky knowledge.... this episode was kind of overkill with the shenanigans

[@ericschwab409]

#TimeOutForRex

[@leviscott2793]

NOOOO! I HATE CHANGE! YOOOOU BASTARDS

[@asentimentalman6655]

Second

[@oldmantwofour5561]

I miss the higher level of sheer adolescent ridiculousness between these two. It's lacking in the current videos. Normally, I would say "Get your (CORK NOISE) together!", but in this case, "Get your (CORK NOISE) un-together and start (CORK NOISING)ing around!"

[@achraup]

Third

[@ezequielmarquez715]

First!!

[@FloydFp]

Too much joking around in these videos. Just the facts please.

[@BelfryHex]

No Fun Allowed

[@von9755]

I agree. My favorite part of these videos is when Daniel nerds out. I get that Rex wants to make the videos more entertaining but when it gets to more jokes than whiskey, I feel like I'm missing out on the som knowledge.

[@PhatTrumpet2]

Find another channel.