Whiskey Noobs

Whiskey Frequently Asked Questions Number 7! If you'd like to submit a question, reply to the question sticker on my Instagram story every Wednesday (@whiskey_noobs).

Why do whiskey drinkers use the weirdly shaped glasses? In this episode, Justin and I put that to the test by reviewing Aberlour 12 year Single Malt Scotch Whisky in both a glencairn (tulip shape) and a rocks/lowball glass. 

If you've been listening for a while, you know I like Buffalo Trace. You may have also heard some of the folks who very much dislike it. In this episode, I discuss both sides of this debate!

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day! In this episode, we review an Irish whiskey from the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in the world: Bushmills. I also walk through some facts and history about the Bushmills Distillery. If you are on the fence about what whiskey to get for St. Patty's, listen to this Bushmills Black Bush Review!

In this sixth installment of the whiskey FAQ episodes, I answer questions from listeners just like you! If you have a question that you'd like me to answer, you can submit it to my Instagram story on Wednesdays, @whiskey_noobs. Thanks to all who participated! 

In this "Battle of the Blends" episode, my guest, Zack and I compare two of the most popular blended scotches, Johnnie Walker Black Label vs Chivas Regal 12 year. These are two fantastic blends at this price range, so listen to hear more about these mid shelf Scotches!

It occurred to me that it may be important for you guys to know my experience with whiskey, given that you're listening to me talk about it every week! In this episode I walk through my journey from hating whiskey to loving it, and explain some of the important lessons that I learned along the way.

Single Malt Whisky is very common to Scotland, Ireland, and Japan. In recent years, it has become more popular in the United States as well. In this episode, my guest, Justin, and I do a full review of Balcones Texas Single Malt, a single malt whisky similar to a scotch, but made right here in the US.

This episode is the 5th whiskey FAQ episode, where I answer questions submitted by you, the listener. Thanks to all who submitted questions! If you'd like to have your question on the show, make sure you're following our Instagram @whiskey_noobs 

Have you ever been in a liquor store, knowing that you want to try a new whiskey, but with no clue what to get? This episode is for you. I walk through my best tips for making sure your liquor store purchase is worth every penny.