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Jonathan started a discussion

Horst is one of my favorite online whisky personalities. He oozes authenticity. I'm sure he gets samples, but why is he so averse to opening regular size bottles so that he can see how they develop? He talked about saving some for swapping. H. knows about the effects of oxidation, but he also doesn't seem to do re-reviews, as Ralphy does. I just found this odd, given the respect I shave for this man's considerable knowledge about whisky. The swishing sound is nice, but where is the line between analysis of a dram and entertaining. (I'm looking at you Scotch Test Dummies: you know a lot but both seem to play dumb sometimes--for the sake of entertainment.

4 years ago

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Jonathan replied

I hit submit before editing and finishing the paragraph, but I guess my point is clear.

In any case: who are your favorite online whisky reviewers?

4 years ago 0

@RianC
RianC replied

@Jonathan - I think Horst runs a business so I assume he uses the minis to avoid having to dip into stock. Those full bottles will most likely be his own purchases (sure I saw him discuss this once?).

I still feel Ralfy is numero uno for the simple reason that I've seen so many of his reviews that I can get a good feel for what he is drinking from his notes. And that he now keeps the monologues on a separate vlog. The STDs are fun, I agree, but I find all the marketing and what have you is a bit OTT. Still, I get why they do it and fair play to 'em - I don't think a Brit could pull off that approach. I also used to like the Whisky Bitch but she doesn't seem to do them anymore, same with Jason Pyle who did mostly bourbons - he had a great direct and simple approach that really worked.

Aqua Vitae is my new favourite - knows his onions but comes across quite humble and professional at the same time. He's also quite innovative and his vlogs have a fresh feel to them. Truth be told I'll watch anyone (at least once ;) if they are reviewing something I'm looking at.

No other 'tuber makes me want to get out the 'cairn like Ralfy does though!

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Jonathan replied

Funny that you mention Whisky Bitch--she and Ralphy helped bring me into the hobby. She was hilarious.

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Jonathan replied

Is Jason Pyle not making vids anymore?

4 years ago 0

@RianC
RianC replied

@Jonathan - Not 100% sure but I haven't seen a new one in years. I seem to remember reading somewhere that he'd started a business or similar and had no time?

The Whiskey Bitch was kooky in the best of ways. Fun and very passionate about it.

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Jonathan replied

I'll check out Aqua Vitae...

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Jonathan replied

@RianC Good for him. Maybe the independent source of income will result in even more frank reviews.

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