Whiskey Barrel Making with Ger Buckley (Jameson Whiskey's 5th Generation Master Cooper)

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  • @twoonthewall
    @twoonthewall 5 ปีที่แล้ว +685

    Dear Jameson whatever your paying this guy isnt enough! Leaving aside he is a master cooper his skills as a tour guide and ambassador for your brand are out of sight.

    • @jasperfk
      @jasperfk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      twoonthewall I expect he’s not too bothered about how much he’s paid. Safe to say you don’t become a cooper for the lavish lifestyle!

    • @thomasgargano8813
      @thomasgargano8813 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      twoonthewall
      I have to agree with you sir about his paycheck. He is not just a tour guide,he is the keeper of history of the Scottish whiskey!!! May the roof never fall!!!!! Iam of to buy me a bottle of Jameson, 🥂

    • @stoffa2543
      @stoffa2543 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Hmmmm not Scottish whiskey he is in Ireland my friend :)

    • @jackmcnamara6973
      @jackmcnamara6973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@thomasgargano8813 Irish whiskey*

    • @stevenkrycho5780
      @stevenkrycho5780 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Triple it at least.

  • @Hows_Ur_Oulwan
    @Hows_Ur_Oulwan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +486

    May the roof above our heads never fall in, and the friends below it never fall out. Sláinte. Touch of class

    • @lemuelseale1640
      @lemuelseale1640 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      May you make it to heaven a full hour before the devil finds out you’re dead. Slainte

    • @spudsftw5025
      @spudsftw5025 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wtf are ye on about

    • @tedwhite9176
      @tedwhite9176 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@spudsftw5025 its Irish sayings that basically say have luck and be safe

  • @shadowface741
    @shadowface741 4 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    Congratulations Jameson this man had single handedly made me want to buy a bottle.

    • @07zx14White
      @07zx14White 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Agreed! What a genuine and wonderful human being and also a true hard working and proud craftsman! I now feel much more justified in always keeping a bottle of Redbreast 12 cask strength around. I cherish that stuff and buy a new one every 3-4 months.

    • @JCanell
      @JCanell 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yup it sold me as well.

    • @BernhardEhm
      @BernhardEhm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same here

  • @Skkorm
    @Skkorm 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1032

    This man must be protected at all costs, he's too pure

    • @Randy_84
      @Randy_84 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Whatever they are paying him, it's not enough!

    • @Kvantum
      @Kvantum 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      How many apprentices does he have? Well, however many, it's not enough, and the skill and knowledge must be preserved.

    • @drewthomas4073
      @drewthomas4073 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every man has he trade

    • @philipmalaby8172
      @philipmalaby8172 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Hope he has a son to replace him eventually

    • @Elijahrock21
      @Elijahrock21 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is the way.

  • @peteacher52
    @peteacher52 5 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    Here am I, 72 and a retired teacher, having just received one of the best of informative, entertaining and interesting lessons I have ever seen, given or received. This video is so good that I venture to suggest that Ger Buckley be awarded forthwith, the Irish equivalent of Living National Treasure.

    • @baronvonkaiser9912
      @baronvonkaiser9912 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      you my good sir are right, and i should like to join you on this endeavor.

    • @thethe5475
      @thethe5475 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      As an Irishman myself I agree wholeheartedly, I have no idea how I’ve gone 24 years of life having never seen or heard of this wonderful gentleman but thank God I have and he’s the sort of man all young men like myself should look up to as a model of honour, heritage, class and temperament 🙏🏻

  • @reallunacy
    @reallunacy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    This gentleman is probably my favorite guest yet. The knowledge and skill was phenomenal.

  • @rockcrusher9524
    @rockcrusher9524 5 ปีที่แล้ว +274

    And this is why America needs apprenticeships .
    Young men learning a pure trade or profession.

    • @ThePapabear2012
      @ThePapabear2012 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yes! We need to get back to apprenticeships!!

    • @girthtrude5040
      @girthtrude5040 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Sweden to we went away from that to books and now all the trades are declining and the government is like how is this happening we have schools all over but the people that went to apprenticeships are often those that are not so book smart and more hand smart so the get the shitiest jobs ever ( garbage handler, cleaning) and never get the apprenticeships

    • @TheNemosdaddy
      @TheNemosdaddy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ehh these are dying crafts. Most barrels are made by machine. America has apprentices, but you gotta move forward folks. Nothing stops progress. This isn't the 1800's.

    • @rockcrusher9524
      @rockcrusher9524 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@TheNemosdaddy
      "You gotta move forward, folks."
      Translation:
      Have everything be made in China . 💀

    • @zakiry8634
      @zakiry8634 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      roxanna Safid fr, I’d for sure prefer my stuff handcrafted knowing someone put so much effort into hit

  • @wasteofspace04
    @wasteofspace04 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I need about a thousand episodes with Ger. My goodness that was fantastic.

  • @alyr9640
    @alyr9640 5 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    It is such a joy to watch a person who has so much love for what they do. This gentleman’s love for his craft was really infectious ~ I didn’t want the video to end. What an amazing experience. Is there anything more beautiful than a glass of whisky sitting on the hand crafted barrel it lived in? Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️❤️

    • @fakecubed
      @fakecubed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I absolutely love a knowledgeable craftsman of any kind. Could listen for hours and hours.

  • @russell3733
    @russell3733 5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Gotta be the best vid on coopering I've ever seen. Ger is a gracious master of his craft and so passionate about every aspect of barrel making. He's a true credit to the generations that came before him. Heaps of thanks for posting this little gem. Cheers!

    • @noahnipperus7320
      @noahnipperus7320 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's so good!

    • @Onkeeeeelz
      @Onkeeeeelz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you're willing to have a look at a german cooper and the whole process of making barrels i can recommend th-cam.com/video/2EtuClgZWqY/w-d-xo.html
      Sadly no subtitles, but still hella worth a watch!

    • @spookgriffith2892
      @spookgriffith2892 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Onkeeeeelz Sounded like a good idea no comprende german

  • @PlagueKing_LordFalix
    @PlagueKing_LordFalix 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thats what you get from a master. He knows exactly what, where, when and why of every single detail. Out-freaking-standing gentleman. Bastards its not enough to fill me with knowledge and whiskey, but now envy as well.

  • @nickparilac372
    @nickparilac372 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This man and others like him are hero's. My uncle was a cooper.
    There are some old school methods that modern technologies and machinery just cannot and should not replace!!

  • @davefournier7135
    @davefournier7135 5 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    Wow! To get a complement about your channel for educating while entertaining from third generation craftsman is really proof gents. Your doing an amazing job and I greatly appreciate your efforts.

    • @Vympel0418
      @Vympel0418 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      5th generation* even more impressive xD

    • @Tehcarp
      @Tehcarp 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      but in addition, they are fucking annoying human beings

    • @Prosecute-fauci
      @Prosecute-fauci 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Tehcarp don't forget the fake accolades that they have bestowed upon themselves and others

    • @Tehcarp
      @Tehcarp 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Prosecute-fauci preach

    • @Dream146
      @Dream146 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Prosecute-fauci wow, bitter much?

  • @michaelkartman3543
    @michaelkartman3543 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This guy is so awesome, such a wholesome and intelligent gentleman. Jameson, give this man a raise! Thank you to the Whiskey Tribe for letting him shine and allowing the world to see it!

  • @ce2flaco
    @ce2flaco 5 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    I smiled most of the way through this one. This chunk of videos is fantastic and this has slowly become my new favorite channel.

    • @TYLERNAVYGUY
      @TYLERNAVYGUY 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I did smile a few times. But mostly, I was intently studying a Master Cooper at his finest, who is most generous with his pride and history. I truly enjoyed the fact his knowledge from his Historic past, AND that he is "still is learning to this day," was being absorbed 100% like the devils cut by his guests (and, eventually, us.) I will never drink a drop of Jamison's whiskey without this Master's influence in my enjoyment of this whiskey in my thoughts. Cheers one and all.

  • @JoeyNix
    @JoeyNix 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    That was literally my favorite episode to date

  • @as_below_so_above
    @as_below_so_above 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The amount of love and appreciation for his tools and craft are astonishing.

  • @JimmyLeg
    @JimmyLeg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It was a real pleasure to see a man with skills excel at his craft. This is a man to be respected.
    Hope you're ok to Dan.

  • @ronnyangulo7581
    @ronnyangulo7581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As a second generation woodworker/craftsman, I sincerely offer you my humble respect and admiration to your dedication, passion and craft... thank you for what you do

  • @jcw99
    @jcw99 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Exceptional. Ger, you're truly a master craftsman and I love your willingness to share so much. Guys, these videos are collectables! Just like a good Irish whiskey 😉. Daniel, get well soon. Hope it wasn't the visit to our fair Isle that did it! Rex, enjoy a good Irish...😁 Sláinte to you both 🥃

  • @ErikWaitWhiskyStudies
    @ErikWaitWhiskyStudies 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Beyond cool, thus far I've visited 40 distilleries in Scotland, 6 in Kentucky, 5 in Texas and 8 in California and very rarely do you get a "behind the scenes" look at the details (beyond the standard tour) of how whisky is made.

    • @Arjenrobben2310
      @Arjenrobben2310 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah I live here in Tennessee and visited the jack Daniels distillery. Nice tour but I was really expecting more from it. We learned about "Jack" visited the distillery, saw some barrels, saw the packaging line and tried some whiskey. That was about it.

    • @Len_M.
      @Len_M. 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So what is going on with the Jim Beam Fire?

    • @gavinstuart6704
      @gavinstuart6704 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Visit a cooperage in scotland. They do tours there aswell and very interesting.

    • @ErikWaitWhiskyStudies
      @ErikWaitWhiskyStudies 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gavinstuart6704 I drove by the Speyside Cooperage during my last trip to Scotland. Next time I am in the area I'll do a tour.

    • @gavinstuart6704
      @gavinstuart6704 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ErikWaitWhiskyStudies Nice man, My mum is actually a tour guid at strathisla distillery and she used to work at speyside cooperage to.

  • @Camneedswhiskey
    @Camneedswhiskey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Got in a nasty car accident yesterday wife and I can barely walk... lost my truck, wife’s phone, and glasses. What do I do when I come home... watch the whiskey tribe and drink some good whiskey. Also Hope Daniel is alright.

  • @nebulusnebulus6503
    @nebulusnebulus6503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you love your work you always have this bright in your eyes when you show it to the people. Real master. Respect!

  • @moose7611
    @moose7611 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Master craftsmen like Ger makes me proud to be in the trades.

    • @JohnsJunk
      @JohnsJunk 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any trade. Our anything you do really.

  • @109268
    @109268 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    That was goddamned amazing. Thank you, and thank Ger for sharing that with us.

  • @AllanFarrell
    @AllanFarrell 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Only last month Middleton distillery added its first cooper in 40 years.

  • @jopaco85
    @jopaco85 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I could listen to that man talk for hours.

  • @mybourbonjourney
    @mybourbonjourney 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Man what an incredible experience, something I've always wanted to be a part of. Wish you the best Daniel!

  • @jeremythornton433
    @jeremythornton433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is great! I love the history being told here. I hope this craft never dies and he has sons following in his footsteps.

  • @martij75
    @martij75 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow. This is the best video of any subject I've seen in years. I have priviledge to meet Gerry briefly, and also visited this cooperage building. Gerry is so humble yet proud. I can recognise some of his tools as my grandad was carpenter. Thanks guys, you made my day.

  • @thrix3975
    @thrix3975 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is sp much passion in this episode, from the barrel maker who loves his craft to Daniel sniffing the barrel and seems to find the barrel notes of the whiskey. There is something in the eyes that makes this special!

  • @maxphillips8895
    @maxphillips8895 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Being a history/ detail freak....this is by far my favorite!! That’s because of all the work that you gentlemen put into these! And having a background in video production....in the 70’s.....I know, ancient history.....I understand your labor of love!

  • @aerialrescuesolutions3277
    @aerialrescuesolutions3277 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was super, Totally awesome. The tools he showed and demonstrated are top level stuff. The big stationary wood plane was the best I've ever seen, it seems way easier to plane long boards this way then any other. Truly awesome, thank you , Jim Tree

  • @bronzalba1159
    @bronzalba1159 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Each of the tools in this workshop represents the efforts of generations of experienced barrel makers
    Good luck

  • @SDKsa1
    @SDKsa1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This guy taught me so much in so little time. So lovable too. Would drink some whiskey with him any day.

  • @sammimark1
    @sammimark1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just got my first bottle of Jameson black barrel recently, lovin it, what a great finish to a great video by a master cooper.

  • @samthestig
    @samthestig 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    something about watching a master of a craft explain his handiwork makes it such a great watch

  • @buildingourdaydream9804
    @buildingourdaydream9804 ปีที่แล้ว

    A fine gentleman indeed. You can see the love in his eyes. What a pleasure to watch and listen.

  • @scottcampbell96
    @scottcampbell96 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That was an amazing episode. You should have him visit Austin to create a giant barrel for a special edition Texas whisk(e)y.

  • @jeffreydove821
    @jeffreydove821 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Super video. My ggg grandfather was a cooper, but I never knew what that involved until now.

  • @StefanMcShane
    @StefanMcShane 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The years he has under his belt and when he talked about the rivet then quoted "would you like to see that" the child like excitement in his voice shows he loves everything about his job

  • @markquaker8743
    @markquaker8743 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This man made me even more interested in the barrel making process for whisky. His passion for his craft is astounding and it just simply makes me happy.

  • @jimmyboyle3543
    @jimmyboyle3543 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is one of the most beautiful preserved ancient arts I've ever seen. I love how these barrels are like time machines to a beverage from another era. Just solidifies my love of Jameson.

  • @robertwilson22
    @robertwilson22 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watched this video and have to say I spent half of it grinning like an idiot and the other half in complete awe of the skill and love this man has for his craft. A true artist and professional.

  • @whartonloser
    @whartonloser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You run across people in life that leave a mark on you and this is one of them. God bless him !!

  • @bionicman6969
    @bionicman6969 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was fantastic, Mr. Buckley is an absolute gem of a craftsman, what a brilliant warehouse of knowledge he is. I so appreciate the old school ways the masters of woodworking used to use, i still have my dads and granddads old tools in my workshop. I love that a man who is so highly skilled as Mr Buckley said he never stops learning, Cheers!

  • @discostoo
    @discostoo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come back 9 months later to watch this again. Just phenomenal.

  • @drewdog_1372
    @drewdog_1372 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Just applauds for you guys. Amazing what you do for the Whisk(e)y Community!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @wkolodgie3
    @wkolodgie3 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Went to Ireland last year. The best, most majestic part, was touring the Jameson distillery. Never thought I'd be watching the videos about it. Reminiscing about Irish whiskey. Jameson, please send me to learn your genius. I will never leave.

  • @amac8487
    @amac8487 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The world needs more people like Mr. Buckley

  • @darrendittman8020
    @darrendittman8020 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow man I could listen to him forever what knowledge and skills
    Someone who loves what they do never works a day in his life

  • @JPNT7
    @JPNT7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was an absolute treat to watch, these type of skilled craftsmen are a dying breed, long may they exist in the whiskey world!

  • @benneterbaugh3652
    @benneterbaugh3652 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mr. Buckley has been a cooper as long as I've been on this earth!! His dedication and craftsmanship makes me appreciate whisk(e)ys like Jameson even more than before.

  • @bradleymorgan8223
    @bradleymorgan8223 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    that anvil is beautiful. brings a tear to my eye!

  • @reggieasplund9081
    @reggieasplund9081 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't know why the algorithm brought this to me today, but I am blessed by an amazing teacher, a master cooper, and a heckuva gentleman. What an incredible experience that must have been!

  • @TYLERNAVYGUY
    @TYLERNAVYGUY 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did smile a few times. But mostly, I was intently studying a Master Cooper at his finest, who is most generous with his pride and history. I truly enjoyed his knowledge from his Historic past, AND that he is "still is learning to this day," was being absorbed 100% like the devils cut by his guests (and, eventually, us.) I will never drink a drop of Jamison's whiskey without this Master's influence in my enjoyment of this whiskey in my thoughts. Cheers one and all.

  • @GeoffreyBangers
    @GeoffreyBangers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Amazing episode! One of your best ever, and what an experience to have been there learning nuggets of knowledge from truly a living part of history. That toast at the end summed up the class of man he is! Thank you for sharing!

  • @yuema8188
    @yuema8188 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    We are blessed to have this coupper master!
    May the skills passed down generations for the humanity of our times!
    Bless you all

  • @resinsmp
    @resinsmp 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Here's to the understanding that your chosen craft in life will never be perfected and that true happiness lies in continually pursuing perfection in that same craft. An amazing and hidden message has been captured in this production.

  • @dewayneshondee4335
    @dewayneshondee4335 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I toured the wild turkey distillery I learned about the smell of the bourbon coming from the wooden barrels. The way the wood is treated to maximize the flavor of the bourbon. Subscribing to your channel reinforces the knowledge I have obtained through the years. But I am amazed by hearing other people's analysis on whiskey. How there's varying views. But over all. It's positive and like myself, take several different whiskeys and mix till I get a spirit that my palate appreciates. Or, add different charcoal filtering methods and use a whiskey that could use some help in reaching its potential. Now there have been mistakes. But to me, it's all about educating one's self during this learning curve. Like cooking. Thanks for your enthusiastic energy making these informative videos. "A friend in drink is a friend indeed".

  • @AerodynamicBrick
    @AerodynamicBrick 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I lived in Bakersfield and there was a retired Cooper who made small gallon barrels to stay in practice. The skill alone is astonishing to watch but to see lumber turn into a container that can hold so much and for so long is awesome.

  • @heathen_gaming7195
    @heathen_gaming7195 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Never really had Jameson in my whiskey collection but this man changed that. This was by far my favorite episode

  • @IIDave
    @IIDave 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely fascinating! I could watch a skilled craftsmen like this working for hours.

  • @parathy84
    @parathy84 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's alway great to see a master at his trade. You can really feel the passion he has for his craft...

  • @davem9445
    @davem9445 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely awesome and a very knowledgable video guys. As an Irish Bartender here in Ireland I have learned so much from your vlogs. Many years ago Publicans (Pub Proprietors) used to offer their local clientele a Christmas Drink. It was either a Pint of the customers choice (their regular tipple) or a Small One. (A Spirit mainly Whiskey or Brandy.) Most guys jumped at the chance to get a Whiskey. The greedy ones opted for Brandy. Because it was more expensive. Now a days the pouring Whiskey (Known brands) is cheaper than the Pints. Guys used to buy each other a Drink for xmas. Again the Greedy ones would say " ah sure give us a Short". When the Publican offered the same choice here was the reaction,,,," hey Mick

  • @supakrunch
    @supakrunch 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This brought a smile to my face, thank you! Mr Buckley's love and passion for his work are inspiring! Such a rich and proud legacy of his family's craft.

  • @fartzinacan
    @fartzinacan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hospitalization is a guaranteed way to make it through dry week. Best of luck Daniel.

  • @dlrico00
    @dlrico00 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    By far my favorite episode on both channels
    The beauty in wood work is no different the the beauty in whiskey

  • @benjaminkline7301
    @benjaminkline7301 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Being a wood and metal worker/craftsman, I throughly enjoyed this episode. Thank you for sharing this man's skills.

  • @alexandernaundorf22
    @alexandernaundorf22 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Me: wants to become an engineer and studying for 4 years
    Also me: 7:33

    • @FeedingNextGen
      @FeedingNextGen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Also me: Why did I go to college again?

    • @cap5575
      @cap5575 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also me: Everything I learned in college is made irrelevant by Microsoft Excel.

  • @funandgames7847
    @funandgames7847 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Old school there that was like watching history thanks and cheers everyone.

  • @matthewbowers88
    @matthewbowers88 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This isn’t just the best video I’ve seen on your channel. It’s the best I’ve seen on TH-cam. What a gentleman, what a craftsman. The way he teaches had me hanging on every word. Hypnotic.

  • @GreyerShade
    @GreyerShade 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a hell of an episode! Much appreciation to Mr. Buckley and the guys for sharing this amazing lesson in barrel making. These are the things that make TH-cam worth all the other nonsense. Cheers Tribe! 🤘

  • @zakiry8634
    @zakiry8634 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The thing I know about any type of woodworking was cutting down trees with my grandad and turning them into storage areas/sheds, it was so much effort but knowing you made it is so rewarding

  • @AlasdairGR
    @AlasdairGR 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want a 2-3 hour video of this guy crafting a barrel from start to finish. He’s so awesome and intelligent.

  • @cap5575
    @cap5575 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite episodes feature Ger Buckley. Dude is so proud of his trade, and moreso of his lineage. Beautiful.

  • @michaelott55
    @michaelott55 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is one of the best videos about barrel making on TH-cam. Actual, practical tips and techniques

  • @catatonicbug7522
    @catatonicbug7522 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't drink and have no interest in alcohol, but the passion and skill in crafts such as this are priceless. There was a time when kids grew up being told that these careers were valuable and honorable. It is unfortunate that our society has lost touch with these skills and how they contribute to our lives.

  • @radamus210
    @radamus210 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Vid guys! The best part was around the 17m mark talking about the education, interest and the knowledge that contributes to the overall experience of Whisky. Ger nailed it and yes, very cool for him to acknowledge you guys and what you contribute to the whisky world and I have to agree. Been watching you guys for a while now as I've only recently ventured into Scotch. One of my mentors suggested your links maybe 2 months or so ago and having looked at lots of others, you guys do it better than anyone by adding episodes such as this. What I enjoy most is you pack a lot into short segments that keep me interested and thirsting for more. Great job as always! .... So the hot new thing is whisky I-V's Daniel? Kind of puts you guys out of business so I'm guessing that wasn't a Macallan drip on your recliner LOL! ~ get well sooner!

  • @samrodian919
    @samrodian919 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful thing to watch! A fifth generation Master Craftsman showing us just a tiny piece of his vast knowledge of cooperage

  • @Dragon4eva
    @Dragon4eva 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could watch this guy work *all day*.... bloody joy at what he does. amazing

  • @victoriac9816
    @victoriac9816 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So much history and to have that experience to talk to this man one on one WOW!
    Hope you are doing better Daniel!

  • @jong2359
    @jong2359 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    My respect for Jameson grows with every one of these tour videos I see. That they would even employ a 5th generation cooper instead of using the cheapest available labor speaks about their company.

  • @tobin_nathan
    @tobin_nathan 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve seen a few barrel making videos, but this one is the most awe-inspiring ever. What an art, whiskey itself is not the only complex piece of the process

  • @502Aviation
    @502Aviation 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you have an interest in whiskey barrels and the art of cooperage, this is the video to watch. Very interesting and educational. Thank you Daniel and Rex for this piece.

  • @shxtbox
    @shxtbox 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an incredible blend of arts and history, the nautical speak coming from being in the Navy and needing barrels for aging/keeping sustenance and the tools eminatimg from carpentry, engineering tooos and blacksmithing too, only achieved after thousands of years of tooling. Incredible

  • @neotizzo
    @neotizzo 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video stopped me from my card game and I was inthralled with the history and craftsmanship, and ease (after millions of hits) of him swinging his hammer. Awesome video MBs! Thank you.

  • @rosscarballo3162
    @rosscarballo3162 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The only thing deeper and richer than the flavor of the whiskey is the history behind it. Great episode, guys!

  • @fergusmccarthy7736
    @fergusmccarthy7736 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bravo. Incredible education. I've been lucky enough to meet Ger quite a few times but this was amazing. The 2 Midleton videos have been incredible.

  • @Brentranome
    @Brentranome 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I mean, come on! What an awesome time to be a whiskey lover!

  • @brucedavis191
    @brucedavis191 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    as i fancy my self a poet i wrote this for him
    To Ger Buckley, with respect
    Ger's knowledge of the barrel is deep
    from wood work to hammer swing
    his gentle grace in smiling face
    and steady masters hands.
    From fathers, fathers to the 5th
    he is the sum of all that lived
    yes Ger is jovial and an old soul
    a cooper shaped like what he makes
    and may his hammer never stop
    and his knife never dull
    and his joy never fade away
    for angels made coopers
    to get their share in spades.

  • @shiddy.
    @shiddy. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very good - I hope some of those tools are in a museum 1000 years from now - greetings from Minnesota

    • @paulatreides3214
      @paulatreides3214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or better yet, in the hands of the 25th generation cooper

  • @pnwRC.
    @pnwRC. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    AWESOME video. IT was neat to see the wear marks that the tools have, ESPECIALLY the (I FORGOT the name of it) one that they flipped the board over to start wearing the other side!

  • @meesternibbles
    @meesternibbles 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of my favorite tribe videos to date. The history and craftsmanship on display was amazing.
    And the hobbit poisoning was fun too!

  • @24934637
    @24934637 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant to see someone who has such incredible skill and passion for his craft! Really rare nowadays!

  • @UniversalBrow09
    @UniversalBrow09 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is FANTASTIC. Really fascinating and informative. LOVE this respect to history and generations of dedication to a craft. This is TH-cam at its finest. THANK YOU, WT.

  • @jasonburkemurphy5095
    @jasonburkemurphy5095 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much intelligence embodied in the tools and in the barrels. I really appreciate getting to see this.
    I also love Jameson.

  • @thestig007
    @thestig007 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's so great to see real craftsmen still carrying on tradition. Please never let this end!

  • @CascaFugioLonginus
    @CascaFugioLonginus 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sad to hear of Daniel, God bless. Great segment again, just for the barrel smell knowledge it was magnificent.

  • @laurants
    @laurants 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    When tools were built to last. Now, we have plastic that breaks just to support the economy.