Whiskey Noobs

In this "whiskey frequently asked questions" episode, I answer questions from you, the listener! From my opinion on Blanton's to my proof preference to the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, I answer …

Ardbeg 10 year is one of the most popular Islay scotches that I've come across. Many people have either emailed or commented on my social media to ask me to try it, so we finally are! If you want an …

If you've heard of the "neck pour", or the first glass out of a new bottle of whiskey which is supposed to taste bad, then you've probably wondered if it is real or not. In this episode, I put that t…

If you want to drink whiskey, but your palate has been burned out by a different flavor, how can you cleanse your palate? In this episode, my guest, Justin and I try out a couple of palate cleansers …

How do you start a whiskey collection in the most effective, financially responsible way possible? In this episode, I give my best tips for starting a whiskey collection without breaking the bank.

Do you want to like whiskey, but it burns too much? In this episode, my guest, Bryce, and I try a new tip for avoiding the whiskey burn. This is an effective way to help newer drinkers enjoy a glass …

Whiskey Frequently Asked Questions Number 10 - where I answer listener questions! These questions are submitted to me via Instagram, @whiskey_noobs, where I post a question sticker on my story every …

What is the difference between a single malt and a blended scotch whisky? In this episode, I not only answer that question, but also do a side by side tasting of a single malt (Glenfiddich 12yr) and …

What does it mean for a whiskey to be "finished"? In this episode, we take a deep dive into what a finish is, and all of the different types, such as wine finish, sherry finish, etc.

More listener questions! In this episode, I answer questions brought to me by you, the listener. If you'd like to submit a question for the next episode, you can submit it through my Instagram story …

Have you ever wondered what it means for a bourbon to be "finished"? Is finished bourbon different from normal bourbon? In this episode we answer those questions and review one of the first great fin…

Can you believe it has been a whole year of Whiskey Noobs? In this episode, I talk a bit about where we've been and where we're headed. For those who are newer to the show, I once again discuss my fa…

What is the difference between scotch from the highland region of Scotland and that from the lowland region? In this episode, my guest, Zack, and I find out by comparing Auchentoshan American Oak Sin…

In this eighth installment of our Whiskey FAQ, I answer questions sent to me by you, the listener! If you have a question that you want me to answer, you can submit it through my Instagram story ever…

What's the best bourbon for under 30 dollars? In this episode, my guest, Justin, and I review Larceny Small Batch Bourbon which was the winner of my 2022 Budget Bourbon March Madness. For a little sp…

When we review a whiskey (or really any item), there are two ways to look at it: objectively and subjectively. In this episode, I explain the differences between these types of reviews, and I discuss…

We've had Rye, Barley, and Corn, but we've never had a whiskey that uses wheat as it's main ingredient! This episode is our first taste of a straight wheat whiskey from Middle West Spirits. 

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) an…