NEW WORLD WHISKEY - Bourbon, Rye, Canadian & more...

Welcome to the world of New world Whiskey. A lot different than its predecessors from Europe. New world Whiskeys have a lot to offer and are quite different than Old world Whisky styles.

Whiskey made only in Kentucky,USA; right? Nope... Here you'll learn about the most famous American Whiskey of all time.

Like many things in life there's always differences, even within one style of product. Here we'll review some of the different styles of Bourbon Whiskey.

While "Kentucky" Bourbon is probably the most famous New world whisky there is another Whiskey which is just as popular around the world. Most notably the brand Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey. Here you'll learn about what makes it special.

Most often associated with Canada, Rye Whiskey is actually one of the originals first distilled in the New world. Quite spicy, its unlike smoother Bourbons. But why?

Lighter and smoother. This style is perfect for newbies to the world of Whiskey. Too bad its usually a bit harder to find.

Wheat is great in a Whiskey... Let alone a Whiskey made mostly, are all from it. The lightness makes it great to work into cocktails while still adding a kick of alcohol. We'll learn what it is here.

Blended Whiskey? Isn't that only in Scotland? No, they exist in the United States as well. Here you'll learn about the different styles.

Sometimes things just don't fit into a category. These wild Whiskeys are worth exploring. But you need to know what they are first!

Synonymous with Rye Whiskey, Canadian Whiskey is a class of its own. And surprisingly, Rye often isn't the main ingredient!

With a slightly different origin than American Whisky, Canadian Whiskey started relatively the same. However, prohibition in the U.S. made a huge impact on their origins, to today's marketplace.

A quick overview of Single Malt & Blended Scotch Whiskies. Much different than their North American cousins, it's great to understand the difference between New world whiskey's, Old world ancestor.

Many scholars believe Ireland is where Whiskey was invented. But just don't tell someone from Scotland that. This light flavorable Whiskey has fans around the world.

The Japanese are known the world over for their innovative spirit. And of course this trait would spread to their Whiskies as well. Made in the style of Scotland's Whisky, they're becoming quite popular now.

Whiskey or Whisky no matter what you call  it is a greatly diverse spirit in terms of taste. The flavors can range from smokey to woody, to fruity, floral and even medicinal. 

In this lecture we'll conduct video led tastings of the major styles of whisky from the New World (Bourbon, Rye, Tennessee and Canadian Whiskeys) & Old World (Irish & Scotch Whisky from the different recognized regions). 

You can follow along at home and actually taste the differences between them; all in the comfort of your own home without fear of a snooty Mixologist making you feel un-deucated or spending hundreds at your local pub. 

This guide is great to learn about some of the most popular styles of Whiskey and what they taste like. Maybe the most important part of the whole course!

Not as easy as just slamming down a shot. Like all forms of tasting there's a better way to proceed. Here you'll get some tips on how to do it best.

Pairing whiskey with food? Yes this is a thing. Because of the huge range of flavors in this spirit, whiskey actually makes a great, an easily paired beverage with your favorite menu! 

Here we'll discuss the flavors in whisky and help you find pairings that will really make you take notice. While everyone's palate is different, there's something here for everyone to enjoy! 

There's a few ways to best enjoy Whiskey. Here we'll briefly explore them.

Glassware is important no matter what you are drinking. In this section, you'll learn about which glass to use for not only Whiskey cocktails, but also beer and wine styles an added bonus.

Here's some selected cocktail recipes to get started with. While I personally enjoy spirits with just a little ice, cocktails are always fun. These ones are definitely more interesting than a Whiskey and coke.

There's so may types of Whiskey out there. But where to start? In this wonderful guide, you learn about famous Whiskey brands at different price points, to make better selections. Remember, you always want to drink the best you can afford, but don't spend a lot of money on a high end Whiskey and then mix it with coke. You'll never taste the Whiskey and its a waste. Use mid range Whiskeys for cocktails. High end Whiskeys for sipping alone. 

How to recognize where different Bourbon Whiskey brands land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

How to recognize where different Rye Whiskey brands land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

How to recognize where different Tennessee Whiskey brands land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

How to recognize where different Canadian Whisky brands land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

How to recognize where different Irish Whiskey brands land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

How to recognize where different Single Malt Scotch Whisky brands land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

How to recognize where different Blended Scotch Whisky brands land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

How to recognize where different Whiskey brands from all over the world, land on a scale from low cost (and possibly lower quality) to high cost (and possibly higher quality). But these are just recommendations.

Why is whisky production important? It's important because depending on how you make it, it will determine what it tastes like. Old world production methods have changed over time and we're the ones who get to benefit from it! 

In this lecture we'll learn how whiskey is made in different parts of the world and what flavors and styles come from these methods. 

Plus if you're ever stuck with some grain or corn, we'll show you how to have a great time.

While not glamorous; to really understand what whisky is we should know what the law-makers have decided it is. For example, Bourbon whiskey must be produced in Kentucky, USA  to be called Bourbon. NOT TRUE! 

This lecture contains the legal standards of whisky in the United States and in Europe. By reading this you should be able to tell the difference between a Scotch Whisky from a Bourbon Whiskey, amongst the many other variations of the spirit. (Or at least understand what the good people running the government say about it).