Ep 193: Redbreast 12 Irish Whiskey Review and Tasting with Jameson and Green Spot Comparison

[@igotskills13]

You guys inspire me to be an alcoholic.

[@cowboyflipflopped]

They should inspire you to have good friends who can laugh and enjoy different experiences together, while thinking carefully about them and discussing them openly-- and make money while doing it! They should not inspire you shell out your hard-earned money to get drunk all alone.

[@JOHNOOH]

Jesus lads don't piss the bed. It was a jesting throwaway comment. Chill...

[@enticingFicus]

JOHNOOH -I, for one, support your potential alcoholism. These guys have been at the heart of my current fascination and appreciation of whisky in all it’s forms. I’m really liking scotch right now and look forward to appreciating Irish.

[@chairmanmeow3693]

@@cowboyflipflopped I'm going to go out on a limb here and suggest Roy C was being facetious

[@cowboyflipflopped]

@@chairmanmeow3693 The humor of alcoholism increases with your distance from it.

[@nealtouchet5028]

I got a bottle of red breast for Christmas and I didn't cut it with anything and just sipped it all day and I tell u I love it......

[@bud389]

Redbreast is my all-time favorite Whiskey, period.

[@seanmckillen9090]

Never tasted anything like this whiskey perfect 👌

[@tobelieve627]

I’m looking at 10 excellent scotch single malts next to it, and I want the redbreast... I guess I’m broken too.

[@NorthernAnt]

Is it smooth enough for a beginner?

[@markanders567]

@@NorthernAnt Oh yes redbreast is smoooth

[@NorthernAnt]

@@markanders567 thanks I will try this

[@erikburman530]

I'm drinking a dram of Redbreast while watching you two go on. That makes the experience even better!

[@Ljorm]

What Dan said about it being widely available is balls on. The first time I had Redbreast was with an army buddy who had come into town. We went for a slice of pizza at Shakespeare's (Columbia Missouri) and while we were waiting we looked at the top shelf of the little bar, sitting right on the end was Redbreast. My buddy asked if I had ever had it? I hadn't. After a wee taste we bought the bottle! Easily my favorite whiskey... damn, it's good!

[@jeffcreech5377]

Tried Red Breast for the first time. WOW such an easy,smooth, delicious whiskey. The wife is becoming a whiskey whisky drinker with me because of red breast. We combined drank half the bottle tonight because we couldn’t get enough of the taste. I played a trick on her, I poored her a sip of Johnny walker platinum. She was like what happened? Lol. We learned we can’t drink the two at the same time. Red Breast is my new go to whiskey. Thanks guys

[@DannyXXXXX]

Just purchased a bottle of Redbreast 12 and Highland Park 12 this week. Two classics. Love them both.

[@tedryan2798]

Here is how I rank them: Jameson = mix with ginger ale; Green Spot = rocks only; Redbreast = neat only. I love them all and all are in my cabinet. But, all of the Redbreasts are special especially 12 yr CS!

[@saltydog9117]

Picked up the cask strength version of Redbreast 12 and a bottle of Green Spot last weekend.

[@1995pearson]

Just bought this and watching this video whilst I watch it… the nose is quite different to the palate. The biscuit notes are stronger on the nose than palate. It’s a great dram. Rich and full of flavour.

[@UnHoLyViPeR]

Hey guys, I've been a drinker for years but recently discovered my love of Whiskey. I've noticed among whiskey reviewers that if a bottle of Hibiki Harmoney was there it was usually almost finished. So I went and bought a bottle and wow. Now I just need a proper Glass to drink it from. Kepp up the good work

[@TheBioethicist]

I've gotten a couple glencairns from distilleries and they tend to go for $10-12 a piece, which I think is fair. If you can make them for something close to that, I'd definitely pick a couple up (assuming I don't lift those 2 next week).

[@FightStealDrink]

who said anything about being fair? (im secretly a level 90 wallet mooch). if you lift anything next week, i get a cut. ya know... for science.

[@geoffkennedy5102]

This was the range I am in for it too. I was thinking 20 for a set of 2.

[@Zelarius]

You can get a 2 piece gift set from amazon for $12

[@louisdesroches]

I concur.

[@TheBioethicist]

So many t-shirt possibilities. "Whiskey mooch" would be amazing.

[@BigPawTivald]

"Send us your whiskey, you're broken." I lost it lol

[@gizeright]

A true mooch knows what to say??

[@scottowens5587]

i laughed way too loudy.

[@recoveringknowitall1534]

I've tried now the 12, the 15 and I'm starting a dram of the lustau. I love the 12 best

[@IscariottActual]

Recovering Know It All me too. The 15 held no mystery for me the 12 hadn’t solved

[@leviscott2793]

Red Breast 12 is one of the bottles that I keep on my shelf all of the time. There is something very comforting about it. I do recommend that you get your hands on a bottle of their 15, I believe it to be the best "expression"

[@MrBenjiMoo]

If you like GreenSpot, check out Greenspot Chateau Louisville Barton, *finished in Bordeaux cask or in October there is a white wine cask Green spot being released. A Californian vineyard- unsure which vineyard... in the irish market- unsure about international release. Green spot for me is the quintessential Pot Still- vanilla, cinnamon, clove with a long smooth finish... the Bordeaux cask only heightens this will the introduction of fig, red grape and claret.

[@InsecureCrab]

Max, I would pay $20 for one, $15 ea. for two ($30 total). I would prefer lower than that, but I see this as supporting you guys and I do not mind paying more for that.

[@kevinor8811]

Redbreast 12 is incredible. Absolutely beautiful

[@BakiSmaki27]

I can't imagine anyone who likes whiskey not liking this. There is literally something for every type of whiskey drinker in Redbreast 12.

[@swiperrt]

Just picked up a bottle of RB 12. I have a nice selection of whiskies, but didn't have any Irish. Picked this up at our LCBO on sale. It's amazing. Great vid here guys.

[@chriszilar3657]

Just bought my first Irish Whiskey…Red Breast 12….extremely pleased with this! I’ve been hunting mainly bourbons but when I need a break….I’ve enjoyed Balvenie 14 and Glenfiddich 14 bourbon barrel. I’m loving this buttery smoothness in this Red Breast! Very nice

[@Gateau]

One thing that always amazes me everytime is how fast your channel grows every day.

[@WhiskeyVault]

us too

[@Gateau]

You just missed the 20k band wagon, you better start planning for the 30k subscriber celebration!

[@John27686]

I've tried a lot of the whiskeys on this channel. But this is the episode that inspired me to start my own collection. I appreciate your banter and whiskey knowledge.

[@adambrown8109]

I have spent the last week or so, binge watching your channel, and i literally just bought a set of Glencairn glasses this morning. I then visited your website from another video and found you sell glasses. I will have to buy yours as well some day, but i just bought $80 worth of Whiskey last night without the wife's approval, so I need to lay low for a few days... I love your channel and the Whiskey Biscuit channel. I look forward to visiting some day when the distillery is open.

[@PCStPierre]

I drink Red Breast in fall/winter and green spot in spring/summer.

[@bearded-ops9400]

I got a bottle of Redbreast 12 last night with my first bottle of Laphroaig and wow. There's too much to say about that. I'm down with peet/dirt/moss though so I'm good.

[@mikeharty4536]

Superb Irish whiskey. You will never mistake Irish whiskey for anything but Irish whiskey. Candy, honey, vanilla, spice. Beautiful. Not for everyone, though. An acquired taste for sure.

[@rajbhatt155]

I am a whisky fan and has most whiskeys I see you guys having. Still I like to get whisky from my collection and ship same whisky you reviewing. I love your knowledge and admiration towards whisky. While watching video show mention of ardbed 10 which is my best whisky till now.

[@dlcarrocce5687]

The sparkles in Daniels beard made my day.

[@ZZenoXX]

My dad, who's not a fan of whisky, told me about a whisky he had in his youth. It was called Mac Scot, it is no longer available. He and his friends called it ''nackskott'', which in swedish means ''neckshot''. Referring to execution by shot to the back of the head. It was the cheapest whisky available, and it was supposedly really bad. Do you have any whiskies you avoid at any cost?

[@maxphillips8895]

Way to be a positive influence in the local market. My #1 point of acquisition has got to be in tune with the Whisk(e)y Vault's reviews. More than once I have found a new offering, within a week of the KZbin upload....your either making my life easier, or just more expensive!! Thanks for this new problem.

[@WhiskeyVault]

I'm okay with both of those problems. :-)

[@thomasbuck303]

What has a narrower flavor profile, American or Irish whiskey? Or should I ask bourban or Irish whiskey to make it a better defined question? Please keep reviewing more Irish and Japanese whiskey!

[@WhiskeyVault]

I think Irish is narrower, but mostly because there's less happening right now.

[@garyrobinson8665]

Hi guys. Just cracked open a bottle of this last night. Not sure what to make of it at the moment. I wasn't too impressed. Unusual cos I love Irish whiskey. It's very light and virtually no alcohol burn and the finish is gone immediately. I love the powers 12. Maybe it will improve with some time.

[@x-rayimage1696]

Tasting Redbreast 12 right now for the first time, looking forward to some Greenspot Green VS Red

[@geno816]

Had the 15 yesterday. Boy was I impressed

[@wideone23]

If we have all learned nothing else from this channel we have learned this.... "For those glasses I would happily pay $100 ... of Daniel's money! " (credit Rex the Almighty)

[@banishedair4518]

King Rex Rex.

[@ryanjames24]

My birthday is coming up on the 23rd and she who must be obeyed said I could spend $75 for my birthday. I ended up getting a bottle of Hibiki Harmony based on your review of it. Upon discovering I had enough for a budget bottle, and decided to take the plunge in to the Islay region on Daniel's recommendation and got Black Bottle. After tasting Black Bottle I must say I am now ready to see what the smoke monster of the Islay region has to offer

[@WhiskeyVault]

Heck yes. Great journey

[@johnpeterson5484]

Jameson has been my only Introduction to Irish, looking forward to grabbing a bottle of Redbreast 12 to expand a little bit

[@lr-di7bw]

I bought a glass from A. Bowman Smith Distillery for 7 bucks if I remember correctly. I remember thinking it was not over priced at say 15. I guess you need to factor shipping and packaging. Mine was wrapped in paper and I carried it out in a bag, no box.

[@banishedair4518]

Cookies and biscuits are objectively different things, something that a lot of people don't understand. Biscuit means cooked twice, cookie means cooked once. If a biscuit is only cooked once, it's a cookie. If a cookie is cooked twice, it's a biscuit. Nowadays, biscuits are hardly ever cooked twice, so most things you'll come across are actually cookies.

[@pyotrilyichtchaikovsky3733]

In which hellhole do they cook biscuits or cookies

[@kyleerickson4200]

You want us to buy glasses without whiskey in them?!.....8 bucks....10 with a hands free, quick release Rex harness that can mount to a mooch necklace or a belt.

[@duncangasiewicz7353]

Funny note speaking of Shortbread Biscuits. The Walkers Shortbread factory is less than a mile from Aberlour distillery. Is this some whisky biscuit conspiracy?

[@donb6897]

"I'm used to waking up with a mouth that tastes like someone shit in it while I was sleeping" He's on to you Rex...

[@sethhowell2278]

i think the $15 range is a good place for that glass, i wouldnt pay more than $20 for one though. also side note, this episode was especially enjoyable. something about your guys' mood or something. just the banter was great and you talked A LOT about the whiskey. 10/10 and i cant wait to buy a glass or two

[@C-NoteMac]

Or $20 for a set of 2👌

[@StrykoFester]

7,20€ in my local bar.

[@BigJonkulous]

RB 12 Cask Strength is so delicious

[@hattrick1972]

Since Daniel mentioned he smokes cigars, I'm curious which ones are his favorites. The Arturo Fuente Hemingway line is pretty good, but for me it has to be the maduros. I prefer the Oliva Serie V line. (The Melanio and Melanio Maduro are excellent in my opinion.) One other is the Blanco Nine, by Blanco Cigars. (toro, robusto, double corona, the JT Limitado is really good.) The Nine goes really well with Flor de Cana 7 year old rum, from Nicaragua. Sad thing is it's almost impossible for me to find where I live.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Hemingways are my number 1 favorite non-cuban. Flor de las Antillas "My Father" series is pretty cool too.

[@ZRay507]

just Ordered a bottle of Redbreast 12 and a Lagavulin 16... I'm a beginner in whiskey, the only one i drank and liked is the classical Jameson recently tried the Chivas Regal, but damn that's strong, i hope these upcoming 2 bottles will be for me. if not, then maybe whiskey is not for me

[@rockdocpalmcoast4189]

Two glasses for $15 would be fair depending upon unit cost/etching plus shipping.

[@danstinson9154]

No matter which episode I watch I always laugh a bit and you can tell how much fun you all are having, and I love it! Keep doing what you do.

[@trhoads07]

I just picked up a bottle of Red Breast 21 over the weekend. I have the 12 cask strength and the 12 Lustau. I really like the Red Breast brand.

[@tdolan500]

Tom R m.facebook.com/groups/2553688224951169

[@KillCoMentalMusings]

Update on a purchase, I did manage to find Laphroaig Lore at my local liquor store. Dads birthday is in November so I have hid it in my apartment away from my other whisky to avoid any confrontations while I am not looking.

[@FightStealDrink]

Lorensoth3, good thinking. They are notoriously feisty.

[@angeloborreggine4820]

You should try green spot with redbreast 21. I get a lovely coconut flavor from the 21. Might make for a better comparison

[@AdamPFarnsworth]

Glencairn glasses are generally around $8 online, and etching probably costs you virtually nothing (not counting the cost of the etcher. I'm assuming you invested in that for another purpose), but you obviously have a distinctive brand that's unique and worth something, so I could see paying between $10-$13 per glass. Maybe $11.99 each, or 2 for $20?

[@kmy2759]

Did anyone notice the sparkle in Daniel's beard at 3:10?

[@hombreleon]

Yes. It was glorious.

[@Bazzen]

I bought Teeling rum single batch, and oh what a whiskey... Rex, you look lovely today

[@FightStealDrink]

shoot... i was going for adorable. but thanks anyways.

[@dcamarenaking]

So I recently became aware of a whiskey named Sierra Norte. What's so particular about this whiskey and what got my attention is that is the first whiskey on the market coming from Mexico. They have three different products each made with different corn: White corn, yellow corn and black corn. You guys should review it if you can find it.

[@TheWhedgit]

You learned me on the whisk(e)y. I'll try on the pricing of the glasses. Cost of glass + labor rate (divide your hourly rate for labor by the number of glasses an hour you can make) + profit margin (how much money you want to make) = total cost for consumer. Before anyone starts waving their arms about like an orangutan, please put your current glass down. Spilled whisk(e)y isn't fun. The final number is completely flexible based on how much they really want to make versus what they think people will pay. I don't see it as "hey I'm going to buy these to drink all my whisk(e)y" but more as "I want to support these guys and the channel".

[@charlieghague]

Not sure if you saw my comment a few posts back but I have something to practice your blending skills. Recently had a friend over for an Irish whiskey tasting with Green Spot, Red Breast 12 and Connemara Single Malt. At the end I mixed them together and it was pretty amazing. Not sure of the exact proportions but believe it was around 1 to 1.

[@WhiskeyVault]

Must be done!

[@charlieghague]

You may have to mess with the proportions bc the glasses were all different levels and I didn't measure before dumping them in one glass. But in theory it was prob close to about 1-1. You won't be disapointed. It's all the great things about Green Spot and Red Breast, but with a kick of peat from the Connemara.

[@nathanhunt9105]

Have only tried Jamesons as far as Irish goes, but I think Irish is my favorite category. Watching this to make sure Redbreast or Greenspot is what I want for my birthday.

[@alx13mcr]

Great episode! I'll be celebrating my 22nd birthday today with a brand new bottle of Glenfiddich 12 while I wait out yet another hurricane. A whiskey vault glass sounds great, I would love to get some for me and some friends. I would definitely pay anywhere from 10$ to 15$ for it.

[@MeTaLISaWeSoMe95]

I started on Rum and then moved to Scotch. It was tough to make that switch but then tried Bruichladdich Port Charlotte and I absolutely loved it. I found out that I apparently love sweetness (Rum in abundance there) and smoke (Islay). I'm hoping to try Redbreast now and see if I like that too. Trying to make my way into Irish Whiskey, then on to Japanese.

[@joeymaximus8146]

Very cool idea with the glasses. I vote charging a little extra and throwing lids in.

[@joeythomas4204]

I’m still working on getting both redbreast and green spot. Can’t wait to try both!!!!!!!

[@burninglcd]

Redbreast 12 is the whiskey that made me love whiskey.

[@GunnySGT1911]

How about $24.95 a pair. That seems to be close to the going rate online at other places. You'd most likely have to find a source for the glasses to make it doable. Just think ahead....you can also do your distillery name on some Glencairn glasses once you get it up and running.

[@ronaldgriffin6803]

Definitely prefer the Red Breast to Green Spot. I get too much peat from the Green Spot

[@jordanlopez6956]

1st of all along with the tribe this is easily my favorite source for whisk(e)y knowledge and reviews! Also wanted to know if there is any chance we'll get a Redbreast 27 review in our future?!

[@SunFerret]

The 27 is to die for!

[@thegoodfooddude7395]

Oi did you guys ever put out merch like Glen Cairn Glasses been looking to buy a set of 4 and I would rock a set of Whiskey Vault Glens for my bar setup.

[@squiggy8110]

Just got a bottle of this and drinking a dram now. Very complex, like a scotch. I do kind of miss the coconut notes I get from Jameson, though. The sherry is light, but comes through nicely. Overall, I’d definitely buy again. Up to this point, my only Irish experience had been Jameson, so it’s interesting to see where else they can take the category.

[@jbbconsulting]

Hell yea I'd buy a glass or two if somewhere under $20 ea. Great episode. I love Red Breast enough that I didn't remember if I still had some so bought a bottle then got home and found I still had one, score!

[@gagi.jancic]

Who took Knappogue Castle 12? Rex? I knew I shouldn't mention it few episodes ago. At least tell us how was it...

[@WhiskeyVault]

We pulled it down for class!

[@kendoWTL]

$10 - $15 I think is the usual going price. Don't take too long though, need to get my brother some for the holidays.

[@ryanorr6467]

On Amazon similar glencairn glasses go for $20 per glass. I'd probably go $15-$20 per and maybe a deal of some kind for pairs.

[@rbrockster]

Question for you guys - you mentioned a few times how you guys enjoy more accessible whiskeys like Jameson and Monkey Shoulder. I picked up a Jameson (plain) and really enjoyed it, but clearly not as much as I enjoy my favourite Bourbons - like Wellers or Russels Reserve. It sounds like Jameson and Red Breast are a "grab a dram while watching Netflix on the average night" whiskeys. If so, are those your go to's, or what do Daniel and Rex reach for on the average night? Cheers guys.

[@sebastienriou6603]

I love Jameson. Thinking this might be nice to try

[@chipogles7639]

Bought yellow spot yesterday. Wasn’t disappointed. Was I wrong to pay more instead of the green?

[@hhildering3196]

Had one glass of this in a bar and it is very good, its on my list but problem is there are to many whiskys on it!

[@Kemphis]

Well it's about time! Requested this back in June, well done gentlemen. Did get a bit excited when the notification popped up. Cheers.

[@cormacbuckley8898]

Powers John's Lane is my fav Pot Still. Magnificent whiskey.

[@mountainman9972]

What is the deal with the sparkles in Daniel's beard at 3:10 in?

[@mountainman9972]

Hobbit magic?

[@Holcombi]

Does any Scotch distiller produce a whisky that is a mix of grain and malt whiskies distilled by them? Would that be a Single Scotch?

[@williamjeong3554]

Did anyone else see those sparkles at 3:11? Lol

[@recoveringknowitall1534]

Would redbreast 12 be a good starter/beginner irish whiskey?

[@bagehi]

I've spent ~$10 per glass for some nice Glencairn glasses. I dropped about $15 (if I remember correctly) for one engraved by Laphroaig. I guess it depends on what you engrave on it.

[@TimGoodeMetalworks]

Id pay $25 AUD no idea what that is USD plus whatever postage and handling... since Im in Australia. Also could you review some Australian whiskys? obvious choice is Sullivans Cove Double oak or Lark, but Aussie craft whisky is dope with stuff like Limeburners and Timboon being awesome examples. Only issue would be getting your hands on some.

[@WhiskeyVault]

If we can get it, we will!

[@jaybird27]

Purchased my 1st bottle of RedBreast 12...gonna enjoy some by the campfire next weekend. Hope it's as delicious as you guys say!

[@flashstep09]

I'm a total beginner and I loved redbreast. Do you have any suggestions for me?

[@Klittle010]

Here I can get an non graphed glencairn glass for 6 euro, so I would pay 10-15 for a graphed one. Also a whisky suggestion from me to review is the Benriach 16 ;) cheers

[@ACTION87878]

Picked up my first bottle of Redbreast! Bravo....!! Irish indeed, but, not a $54.00 whiskey...love it though.

[@thomasbuck303]

YESSS! I've been planning on buying this one by the end of this week and BOOM! You guys drop a review

[@traviswinegarden355]

So I got home from work, flopped down on my bed, and started this video up without even really paying attention to what you were reviewing today. . . Only to realize that it I had a bottle of Redbreast 12 within reach of my bed. . . should I drink less? Also have you tried the Redbreast 21? I find it to have an incredibly mellow flavor.

[@dwb73]

Can't be a single pot still whiskey without being made in Ireland? I believe Auchentoshan from the Lowland region of Scotland fits all the criteria of Irish Whiskey??? Ralfy has said Auchentoshan is an Irish Distillery in Scotland. Do you disagree?

[@fusrodah1574]

Hey guys, I'm from Turkey and love the show, last day I was wondering if there was any turkish whiskey distilleries and I encountered, the only and the last, one called Ankara Viski owned by a Turkish tobacco and alcoholic beverage company named Tekel in 1963. The funny story behind is that when it was first produced in the capital, the board of the institution invited a well known and reputable whisky expert from Scotland. When the test was asked, he replied as “Very complex. Nice drink. But totally not a Whisky, let me ask which type of spirit is this?” Disappointment :(

[@WhiskeyVault]

Well dang! Hopefully you can get your hands on some other whisky!

[@edwardo70]

Can you review some teeling. I'm in the middle of the caskmates but will either go teeling single malt, red breast 12, or green spot next. I'm just a beginner

[@karabeem1560]

Is there a right glass to smell and drink whisky?

[@WhiskeyVault]

All the glasses really :-) Each one teaches you something new about the whiskey itself. The usual standard for official tasting is the Glencairn. But I like to have a variety. At the end of the day, if you enjoy it, that's the right glass.

[@Flipfire06]

I would absolutely buy some glasses. I saw it in the comments somewhere but I agree with the 15 for one 25 for two price point

[@Notsotacticool]

I turn 21 in month. Never had good whiskey. Would i be better to try buy this or glenfidich 14? I know, totally different things but id like to here your suggestions

[@WhiskeyVault]

Maybe redbreast first?

[@Notsotacticool]

@@WhiskeyVault thank you for answering, now I'll be picking up a bottle of redbreast for my birthday! Thank you for the great content

[@beauboy76]

You smoke cigars every day?!? Do you have a good cigar/whisky pairing recommendation? Specifically Redbreast 12

[@LordKatzenoma]

Alec Bradley Magic Toast goes great with the Redbreast.

[@JonHBombOsterman]

This is one of those whiskies I had a deceptive first impression of at a restaurant, where it struck me as unimpressive. (I often find restaurant/bar experiences of whisky deceptive. Once I had a glass of Cutty Sark after an Oban and was alarmed at how much trouble I had differentiating between them.) Anyway, when I finally got around to buying a bottle and spending some time with it, I damn near fell in love. I'd say at the moment it's my favorite widely-available unpeated whiskey. ...And to Daniel- in your private tasting notes, do you record a whisky's color and flavor, or its colour and flavour?

[@WhiskeyVault]

I definitely record colour and flavour :-)

[@Justgreenish]

I payed 10 CAD$ for my plain glencairn glass. I would consider buying labeled glass for 5 extra $ per glass. This means that would mean 12.25 USD with today's exchange rate.