The Dangers of Drinking Whiskey 

Started my bourbon collection last month and I'm slowing it down as of yesterday. I made a promise to my wife that I won't buy any bottles for a while. Keeping money in the bank and my marriage healthy is far more important. Thank you Drew for making this video bro. You are a true friend in the bourbon community.

Bourbon Junkies brought me to your channel but your unique/deeper perspective is the reason I’ll continue watching. Well done man!

If I wasn't a subscriber before, I would be subscribed now. Very very responsible and solid discussion here. I appreciate this dialogue.

Every such channel should have a video similar to this, imo. It's a moral responsibility, given the broad demographic of the audience and the inherent perils. Well done, Drew! Respect! And, take as good care of you as Your Father in Heaven wants you to... I'm trying too.

Kudos to you for sharing this message. I will say I have had a bout with over consumption during the pandemic and had to put a hold on drinking and set myself limits to ensure I don’t go down the dark path. I also appreciate the message at the end - just be happy for today, no matter what’s in your glass. I find myself enjoying a $20 bottle at times as much or more than my $200+ bottles. Everything has a time and place. Cheers!

"if we enjoy whiskey well, we'll get to enjoy it longer" I think that is so perfect. Well said

Great Video! I was a huge fan before, but this video really sums up what is more important and how to ENJOY this great hobby while still keeping our priorities straight. This has become my favorite whiskey channel to watch in the evenings. Keep up the great work!

Great video! I started doing Dry February as it’s the shortest month. It keeps things in check and also helps reset and refine my taste buds.

You make some excellent points and this is just what I needed to hear. Obsession is never good and that's where I've found myself.

Nice vid and great topic 👍 Here are a couple of the reality checks I follow: 1) If I feel or say that I need a drink; I don't drink that day/night. 2) Every few weeks I do a 4-7 day cleanse (dry time).

My father was an alcoholic. DT’s and all. So I definitely don’t want to fall into that darkness. Thank you for addressing this.

Great video Drew! Totally relate to the “monetary budget” issue. Problem for me is coming across a bottle that I know I may not see again, or that I may not see again foe 6-12 months. I am “learning” to say no.

I usually have a couple whiskeys before dinner, a glass of wine with dinner and another whiskey or 2 after dinner. I enjoy this and it's very relaxing. I workout an hour at the gym every other morning and am in good general health . I'm not overweight, I eat 2 maels a day. I usually have no trouble sleeping. I usually take a few days off a month no alcohol.

Thank you! Much respect for tackling this! I've always felt your channel was different than almost all of the other guys' and this video is just further proof. I personally needed this reminder as the past year gave me too much time to think about whiskey while drinking at home and not going out to bars. Shoot, there's currently no need to stop at 2-3 drinks as I don't need to drive home. I've been drinking pretty much every day for years, but I do recognize that I need to slow down some due to a few of the factors you mentioned. I used to only have about 5-6 bottles in total at any time and I'd pretty much only get a new bottle after finishing one of those 5-6. Now I've got about 30 bottles open and I'll often have a glass in each hand to compare whiskeys - and that's just at dinner. It's been really fun to recognize the nuances between the various types of whiskeys and to try some of the harder to get stuff (which I never partook in before). Going forward, I'm gonna make more out of each pour and savor the moment more.

Great video, started liking whiskey too much, and as I see my running capacity going down, my sleep and my belly being affected, gets to this same conclusions, I appreciate a lot that you put this on a video, that’s something we shouldn’t forget, addictions always get you off guard. Thanks.

Good commentary. However, the sugar comments are not really accurate. Pure alcohol products like whiskey have zero carbs, they get removed during the distilling process. I switched from beer to whiskey because it tastes better, and it's keto-friendly. So, whiskey neat has no sugars. Mixers on the other hand mess all of that up, which is one of the reasons I usually drink it neat. :)

Moderation is absolutely a good thing man. I don’t drink on school nights anymore and haven’t for a few years now. I think I appreciate my bourbon more and it’s not a crutch that I have to lean on. Now GOLF is a whole another deal. I tee it up every chance I get! 🏌️🥃🇺🇸

I start out the year with a limit of twenty five 750ml bottles. When I reach that limit, I make myself wait until January one to replenish my inventory. I also set an annual budget of $850. Twenty five bottles is equivalent to approximately one drink per day.

Thanks for taking on a sensitive subject @drew p whiskey!

Hey Drew! Great channel and content, I'm a fan of the videos. Just wanted to clarify a point, there is no sugar in bourbon... The caloric content is from the alcohol itself, which is just over 7cal/g, so, greater energy density than sugar overall. Alcohol is an energy source in itself. But, no sugar in alcohol.

Right on.. this needs to be said. Thanks for putting it out there.

bruh, I was anxious and depressed way before I found whisk(e)y In all seriousness, though, great talking points and very well presented. The amount/frequency of ads was a bit distracting, but I really appreciate you putting this "reality check" out there in an entertaining/engaging format.

It was not such of a downer. I think conversations like that are necessary.

Hey man! good one! Def not enough vids on this. I am whiskey lover and keep all this in mind .

This is exactly why I am in my third annual dry February. (Admittedly shortest month.) When started to explore whiskey culture, right away I felt excess kills the moment. This video touches on important topics. A humble conversation we must have with the mirror. Thank you.

Being new on the bourbon trail I've been starting to to feel myself falling deeper into the hype and relating to many of your points. Thanks for enlightening me to these points of caution.

Great Advice!!! It is also important to check on our friends. Two way judgement free zone... have someone check on you!

Whiskey can have visceral, lasting impacts on your body (heart, gut) and your resources (wallet, time). Proceed with caution and enjoy the journey. And keep it neat. :-)

Appreciate the video, 4 months into getting back into whiskey I have been thinking about a lot of these things and it helped reinforce the need to be conscious of how we are participating in this hobby!

I wasn't going to mention any of the following here... Until I read A since-removed post. Now I feel compelled. This is for you, and any other who might find themselves similarly situated, and I hope you get to read it. Paul, every story still being written is a potential success story... And steps towards freedom in any context are small positive starts that often lead to incredibly blessed journeys. The best that we can hope for in this context here, imo, is a lamp for our feet, a light to our path, and unfortunately not a Q-beam spotlight that might allow us great foresight and foreknowledge... We're forced to take steps in faith instead of being able to really walk by our sight. But we can walk without stumbling, or at least without permanent failure, when we have competent guidance. I was in the prison of addiction for 30 years. (After military service it was really severe for 9 years.) I am truly free now! A new creation in fact, for nearly as long. I didn't drink alcohol at all for nearly a decade. I've been able to take it or leave it for over a decade now. Whereas it once had a hold on me, even as a controlling power, now I have a abundant life of true freedom. Many of my friends and family not only haven't realized this freedom in their own lives but haven't even survived as long as this. We just buried another last month in fact. But as long there is breath of life, there is opportunity... And Hope. I'm praying for you in this today and as I'm led to do so in the future, Paul. I would like to encourage you to ask for and accept help from all sources in this--its what I did. I cried out in desperation to God and asked Him to take it from me because I realized that I was powerless over it. I hoped that He would hear me, and care, and help me... And He did! It's difficult to convey the throws of addiction to those who've not experienced it themselves... But perhaps you can understand what I'm trying to say. You are worth everything, just because you are, regardless as to your situation or belief. And lastly I want to encourage you to see strength in the attempt, regardless of your perceived measure of success, and to not give in, give up, or get discouraged. And always remember: we are Image Bearers, fearfully and wonderfully made, known before our births, knit in our mother's wombs by Love himself, unimaginably precious and loved, sufficient to Him who is Perfect. We don't have to do or not do anything to be these because it's not up to us but rather to Him as to who we are. Truly knowing this is true freedom. And what is intended for us all, imo. All our best wishes and prayers for you, now and always. May your freedom and joy abound!

Only fridays and saturdays for me. One sipper in the afternoon, one ”cocktail” (Old fashioned/ Whiskey sour/ Mint Julep) after dinner, and one sipper in the evening, on friday and saturday. Other days (sunday- thursday) only water/tea/coffee. And no alcohol every third weekend. Works for me (so far😉)

I love whisky and I’ve had a custom to drink every night , I noticed I was too happy every night lol so I did cut back because the negatives outweigh the positives, so now I drink it as a treat at the end of the week, no more then 3 cups

Good on you for making this video, hopefully we're all better off for it, cheers buddy

Just subscribed not because of this video, but because of the respect you have for others to feel the need to talk about this with others! Good on you for putting all of the info out there, now its up to all of us to understand the need to listen, especially if we fall into the bad categories.

Well done...FYI I’m in the Chicago area and always looking to trade...I have several bottles of ECBP

Drew I think this is a smart topic and I certainly wouldn't worry about the eye rollers. Glad your not becasue there is nothing wrong with real talk and their is absolutley nothing wrong with showing compassion and hope for others. Addiction is a real thing that all of us are privy too if we are not carefull. Good on you for showing guts and doing the right thing by being responsible. Last night my oldest son said he is going to go 30 days without drinking anything. It tore me up knowing he has already reccognized a potential problem but I was also proud that my son is using his common sense and making the right choice. Drew you have a good channel and I think it will keep growing. Maybe you would consider bringing this all back up once a year to simply bring awareness.

What an awesome and very sensible perspective. Everyone should watch this and take your words to heart. I've subscribed. Thank You.

Why is the clock in the back ground backwards and running backwards? Good video with common sense...which now-a-days isn't too common

Another great video. There is a Whiskey Tribe video that covers some of these topics ( Top 5 whiskey taboos ).

Great video Drew! Valid points that should be considered

I been having the same thoughts lately to be honest. Thank you brother

Cool Video....Not Always Easy to Say In Front Of a Camera.....Cheers and Have a Good Week...

Thank you, Drew for does" Very Wise Words "for all of Our Whiskey Community. It needed to be said." Well Done "!

Drunken words are sober thoughts.

Great video! I use Oura ring and you are dead on. As always, your videos are some of the best on RU-vid. 👍

Great video man, thanks for thinking about the safety side of enjoying whiskey responsibly.

Thanks for the chat and not judging but light conversation.... Cheers!

Just stumbled across your channel, good stuff. Great job addressing a touchy subject!

Your collection is getting massive!

I recently became a more casual drinker of less than an ounce of any type of alcohol a day where some of it goes into mixes and actual food recipes. I want to drink more whiskey, but I don't miss it, since, I have this food mentality where I prefer not to consume much of anything. So, my doctor recommends that I drink at least some liquids such as beer and a lot of water to stay hydrated. I have a whiskey, wine, rum, and brandy collection not because I drink much at all. The collection grows because I do not drink enough to drop the number of bottles from being replaced by two or more in the future through people giving gifts and simply shopping around. I started drinking Wild Turkey 101, and before I came close to finishing half the bottle, in various ways I have at least eight more of the same bottle back in the pantry. I fully expect that the best way to drop my bottle count is to occasionally have a drinking party for a sports event.

At different times during my whiskey journey, I lost sight of the basic, sound reasoning presented in this video. It’s easy to do, especially if you are experiencing high amounts of stress or anxiety in your life. Now, I never consume more than 3 ounces in a day and take multiple days off every week. Ive had doctors tell me that anything more than 7 drinks a week is too much, but I’m pretty sure that any drinks a week could be considered too much, so I don’t know what to do with that guidance. If you ever become concerned about the amount you consume, then it’s probably too much. I’m comfortable where I’m at now, but expect it to be a bit different for everyone. Anyway, it’s good to be honest about the fact that while we love it, it can become a major challenge to your emotional and physical health. Enjoy your whiskey. Savor the bouquet and the flavors... and be honest with yourself if/when you ever question if you are doing anything other than that.

I drank way to much bourbon last night while watching the Super Bowl. Woke up at 2:45 on the couch , lights and tv still on.

The negative effect on my bank account has definitely been a danger of starting this hobby. Just the other day I took my nephew to Wegmans hoping he would buy a bottle i wanted to try... and i was the one who ended up spending money 🤦‍♂️ BUT, how can you walk away from a $82 bottle of 1.75 liter Willet?!!

Really discovered your channel & have been enjoying the content. New to the hobby. Felt this was an exceptional video & theme. Super responsible. Hat’s off.

One or two a couple times a week and you are good! The health benefits are great with moderation!! If you overdue anything, your going to have problems. Enjoy your beverage of choice!!

It's especially easy to drink too much if you live in one of the states that is really lockdown happy. I don't, thankfully, but there's still way less to do than there used to be, so it's easy to just sit at home and have more than a few. A day off is good. A week off is better. My personal rule is no alcohol on more than 3 days in a calendar week and no more than 3 days in a row. As a bonus, the less you drink, the more bang you get for your buck. No judgement to anyone who drinks more than that - it's just what works for me. (I thought this was going to be a jokey video, but I appreciate the seriousness of it.)

Great video. Props to you. Conversations like this need to be had. Cheers

Eye opening debate. Thanks

Well said my friend. Reality check and responsibility is key. Be merry and cherish your life journey.

Great vibe check here. I think everyone who's into whiskey needs to ask themselves thee questions once in awhile to keep ourselves honest.

Great video! Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Ralfy has covered this in multiple videos. Great video here btw 😉

If you knew as much as you thought about whiskey, you would know that it actually doesn't contain any sugar unless you get the flavored variants. Cheers 🥃

I am also building a small collection. The money issue is becoming quite a thing, though, except for the Longmorn 16, I try to stay in the 30 to 60 Euro section. Oh wait, I gotta open the door for the DHL guy, the Redbreast 12 yrs cask strength is coming. Thanks for the Video!

I think, if you love bourbon, you can enjoy a ”budget bourbon” as well as an ”exclusive, rare bourbon”. I can enjoy a sip of a cheap bourbon like white label Jim Beam or Benchmark as well as a more expensive one like Eagle Rare or Pappy... I think both kinds are great, in different ways...I actually think they’re not even comparable...

After watching your video, I understand I might need to start going to meetings. I went from 20 bottles to 115 in less than a year. I might have to start using cloth diapers on my daughter. And, no wonder I can't grow abs at 40! Bourbon is in my blood!

Love it buddy!! You are doing some amazing stuff man! Cheers 🥃

Nicely done !! Really Important message to talk about ..

Should probably call it "The Unnamed Whiskey Show with Drew P Whiskey" Rolls off the tongue well

The whiskey tribe did a video on the top 5 whiskey taboos and went pretty in depth into the dangers of drinking and alcoholism

This is an important conversation to have. I take a dry week every once in a while for the reasons you mentioned. I've found it easier to go too far as I've gotten older and as I've developed a taste for cask strength whiskey. If you have a habit of having three drinks of 80 proof on Friday, then suddenly switch to 135 proof, you are easily going to over do it.

Nice wall clock. 👍

Love the channel, good words of advice that I had been thinking myself about possible over consumption at times. Being in the UK a lot of the bottles are even harder to get and have found myself chasing to get them. In the long run if I drink less I won't need to buy as much and will hopefully feel better for it. Keep it neat - but in moderation 👆🏻

Great video, very important !

Go on son ! What a sensible young chap you turned out to be.

Also whiskey has 0g of sugar . But everything else he said it’s good advice

Great content I needed to hear this and reflect. Thanks for sharing

Thanks barkeep.

Thanks, Drew! Your words were spot on. Drink responsibly, bourbon lovers!

Great video drew very true

As someone who just recently got into whiskey, I already had to take a step back and ask myself if I need to slow down. I kinda went on a bit of a spree buying whiskey's to try like an excited child and had to remind myself that ultimately this stuff is poison and should be enjoyed in moderation , not to mention the dent it made in my wallet. My solution is I gotta find a whiskey bar to satisfy my need to try a bunch of different whiskey's and find the ones I really like so I can be more prudent about how I spend my money and not feel anxious to drink so often in the name of exploration. Anyway, good on you for making this video, it could be a wake up call for some people. I hope I don't insult anyone by saying this, but I feel like there are likely people in the whiskey community that are very similar to the stoner community, where the act of drinking becomes the focal point of their existence and personality, and that really should not be the case for anyone.

You are a man's man. All points were well said in a mature, manly way. Thank you.

I saw the clock backwards and then looked at Knob Creek to see if this was just a technical issue, but actually that is the way the clock works. Is this the first Easter Egg in a whiskey-tube video??

Well said

This is great man.

Kudos...Very well done!

Could not have said it better myself 🥃 keep it up man.

It's ridiculous to spend big money on bourbon, whiskey, etc. Same thing with wine. What determines the price of a bottle of alcoholic beverages is their availability and quantities produced. Just because Jim Beam makes a crazy amount of bourbon every year, making it very available, doesn't mean it is bad quality. Sutter Home produces a crazy amount of bottles every year so that brings down the price but Sutter Home wines taste just as good as other wines selling for 10 times the price of Sutter Home.

I appreciate this

Great video🎉

Great video. Nobody should be over doing it. We’re all grown ups...Hopefully😂

"There's plenty of plank in my eye"... well said and often overlooked. However, shouldn't those "planks" be "staves"? 😂🥃

It is best in life to face reality.

I didn't know that about the sleep deprivation but anyhow I enjoy a glass every night or every other night after work it's every night just a glass and then go to bed but if I go home at Santa Friday night and find out that have a Saturday off then I'll have a glass with a cigar and then I'll go to bed I think the key is just moderation I mean you know if you just going through 345 glasses a night and the others going to be an impact tragically Capital One maybe two but usually one does it for me healthy to fall asleep fast but makes sense with the sleep deprivation

You are saying don't put whiskey on a pedestal while you have whiskey on pedestals behind you. Crack open the Nikka from the Bottle and start your Scotch Journey.

This video ruined bourbon for me...thanks a lot dude

Absolutely do not get the obsession with alcohol and Whisky. Someone once got me to try some that they claimed was nice and high quality. It was disgusting. Weird hobby, we all know deep down alcohol is bad anyone using it should be trying to give up.

Great video I’m so glad you did this

From everything I’ve read (which isn’t extensive) there is very little to no sugar in bourbon.

Simply.......Well said!