Dude. So tired of whiskey tubers telling the industry “I’d pay way more for this bottle.” Prices are already crazy enough. Let’s not lose the good affordable bottles!
100%. Last Kentucky Derby I added like 5 new bourbons and stopped chasing the elusive and now overpriced selections that are being hoarded by douches who don’t even really love whiskey. Milam and Greene, Barrel Spirits, Penelope and Belle Meade all are heavy hitters that can actually be found for purchase. I’m almost afraid to talk about my value picks because I know they’ll be gone overnight!
@@thebarrelage what would qualify as someone who actually “loves whiskey”? You were once someone just starting to get into whiskey and would have appreciated a video like this. Don’t be the “I listened to them before they were cool” guy.
I worry so much about Turkey products. I found 101 early on in my bourbon journey. Thought I found the best kept secret. Always thought I could find their “core products” whenever I wanted. While that stays true for 101(for now), R.B. and R.R.S.B has become almost impossible to find in my area.
Cooper’s Craft 100 for $30 blows away alot of more expensive bourbons also! Notes of chocolate, dark caramel, coffee & oak with a great mouthfeel. -Russ
@Cahaba Tunes Agreed. After it opens up a bit, there’s a strawberry/orange note (I know it sounds weird) that I haven’t gotten in anything else; good stuff.
@@arty712 I’m almost at half of my bottle so maybe I’m close to the strawberry note. 😀 I’ve heard others say the same thing, some also get a raspberry note. It’s quite an intriguing bourbon!
Evan Williams BiB is best value for me. I like WT 101 but not enough to grab a bottle. However, I have a WT SiB “Camp Nelson”, grabbed the last one from TW a few months ago., $60.00ish. Will open it soon.
Was in Idaho a couple weeks ago and found a bottle of Rare Breed on sale for $35 at one of the state run liquor stores. Also snatched up a bottle of 1792 SB for $32. Yeah, it was a good trip.
I wanted to end to the end of the video but I totally agree with you. Especially on the Wild Turkey. You can't beat it for less than $25. I live in Kentucky and have access to everything. I pass up $30-$40 bottles on my shelf all the time for Wild Turkey. It's a great distillery. They don't make a bad product. Most are reasonably priced. Especially compared to their competitors.
I love the Wild Turkeys, but I'd add to the list the Knob Creek Single Barrel which is at least 9 years old (often more with a good store pick), and 120 proof, which can still be found for around $50. I also just got a KC Single Barrel Rye about 5 years old and 115 proof for $45. Both really good, especially for the price. I'd give Four Roses standard Single Barrel 100 proof an honorable mention, with it also coming in at about $45 to $50 in my area.
My list: Eagle Rare, 1792 SmB (I can't find the variations), Redwood Empire Pipe Dream, Cooper's Craft 100, Michter's SmB, John J Bowman SiB. All homeruns for the MSRP...
I just bought a bottle of oak and Eden tonight, I’m sipping on a glass now and I like it, it was $47 a bottle, never had it before but I may grab another in the future.
Lost Monarch is a heavy hitter in my book. I love it. The other "under the radar" bottle to try is Duke at $40. It's a surprise to everyone I serve it to.
I'm fairly new to bourbon and my list includes Four Roses single barrel, Old Forrester 1920, Old grandad bonded, Early times Bottled in bond and definitely Wild Turkey 101
Did a quick search and found old grandad 114 in several stores around me in NoVa. Btw took your advise and picked up a bottle of John J Bowman. So good. Tons of flavor, first sip kind of smacks you in the face but a really good sipper.
I'm new to bourbon enjoyed the video. I have tried a pretty good variety and continuing the journey. So far my # 1 is Four Roses small batch. There are so many to choose from and videos like yours help decide what's next. Thank you
I have tried a LOT of bourbons, and wasted a lot of money. I keep going back to 4roses sm batch and sm batch select. Coin flop between that and Russell’s 10yr.
might i suggest Bulliet i've found that while a little more pricey it's a fantastic bourbon i don't know if they have less than 750 mil bottles but they may in your area i suggest trying it out.
Agree with your list. I would add Longbranch, especially for non-bourbon fan boys. If they would release a barrel proof of that juice, I bet it would be fantastic. The only criticism is low proof. Rare breed is definitely on my always on the bar list as is Eagle Rare.
04:21 Can't find Eagle Rare almost anywhere here in Austin, TX, and when you do, it's in the $80 range, which is absurd. I tried some at a bar the other night and was disappointed.
Just a little note: There is a difference between a shooting whiskey and a sipping whiskey. At least to me anyways. I don't do shooting whiskeys. Example: Shooting whiskey- Wild Turkey 101, Old Grandad, Bulleit Burbound, etc Sipping whiskey- Redbreast 12(my favorite), Jameson, Glenmorangie, Eagle Rare/Buffalo Trace(really smooth).
@@givannimikel4586 ET BIB was never available in CA under BF but the Saz version just hit some stores here for under $20. I want to set up a blind with Saz ET BIB, BF ET BIB, OF 100, OF Signature (the old 100 proof OF), and Cooper's Craft Reserve.
So informative as always: • WT101 (not for me but I understand some love it) • Redwood Empire (Awesome bottle) • Eagle Rare (one of my favorite pours - huge huge fan and I have a SiB pick that is amazing) • 1792 SiB (don’t have one nor have I tasted it but I see it from time to time) • Rare Breed (sublime and just really good. Still would prefer Eagle Rare but this is great)
OGD 114 and WT 101...nuff said...simple, but easy options...and decent mixers. I just picked up the Redwood Empire rye (emerald giant, I think it was)...knocked my socks off, and outperformed the Jack Daniels single barrel rye I opened afterwards...I'll have to explore those other options, methinks. Meanwhile, I call that Eagle Rare, bang per buck, hands-down, one of the best bourbons I've ever tasted. 1792...blech....haven't met one that I haven't given away...they're all too harsh for my taste, and I feel I'm a bit of a proof hound....I tried...I really tried. Rare Breed...fantastic...picked up the RB Rye, I liked the standard option so much.
Was sitting in a restaurant bar and saw all the usual suspects (Jack, Crown, Makers,etc) and I wanted a good bourbon. Saw they had Wild Turkey 101 and decided to try it. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will be adding it to my shelves.
Have to agree with the first 2 and the last one, the others not so much. I would agree with the Eagle Rare too if I could buy it for $40. Have one I bought 5 years ago for $41, if I ever see another I'll buy it and crack this one. Never seen a bottle of Redwood Empire and never been that impressed with 1792. I've only had a couple but they were really middle of the road to me.
I totally agree. Turkey has become my favorite distillery. Let the ppl chase the buffalo trace stuff and ill just give all the turkey and the ECBPs my love.
I had Wild Turkey at a party 12 or so years ago and I've been searching for it ever since. I live up in Canada not a big bourbon drinker at that age but it was like candy at 6 in the morning 😂
On 8-19-2022 I paid 29.99 for a bottle of Eagle Rare at our local Walmart in Zephyrhills, FL. The limit was one and they only received two from the distributor. I was lucky to nab it.
I've had all of these except Redwood Empire and I have to agree with your picks. Looks like you and I have a pretty similar palate. Despite being a Kentucky snob, I'll have to try the Redwood Empire!
I’m glad that I reserved judgement on your critique of Weller 107. I can tell you mean well by people based on the way you spoke of Wild Turkey. Keep on brother!
I'm out in California, we can get lost monarch at grocery store for $28, eagle rare $30, wt101 handles for 30. 1792 bib for 35, everything I keep three or four deep on the shelves.
Good video, thanks for posting it. I have WT101, Eagle Rare, and WT Rare Breed, and they’re all excellent choices that I have bought second (or more) bottles of. I’ll need to looked for the others. The 1792 is on my list to try. I would also recommend the WT 101 Rye and Rare Breed Rye for rye lovers. Thanks again.
Just picked up Redwood Empire Lost Monarch for $29 bucks. My first bottle. I agree - she's really really nice just in general but throw in the price and she hits above her weight class. Love it. My other big fav is Russells Reserve SIngle Barrel. If you see RR Single don't buy it, call me and tell me where to find it.
Eagle Rare is $32 here in Oregon. Incredible value, but it’s allocated and you gotta get lucky to snag a bottle. Agree with your list...one other I’d recommend is Elijah Craig SB 94. $30-ish here and delicious.
Here in the Northeast, Eagle Rare is also allocated. I happened across some in N.H. one day and grabbed a bottle for my son. Now,I wished I had bought several!
Eagle Rare is where it's at! When I find them in Texas, I buy as many as I can. It's hard to beat a solid 10yr at $50. Very happy you included ER in this video. Thank you!
VA ABC is tough lately. In my area (Ashburn) there are just way, way too many bourbon hunters that pounce immediately. I have focused on finding the best "bang for buck" stuff that I can reliably find. Nice that Woodford and Nearest are usually on the shelf again. 4R Small is also reliably there and super. Currently having trouble finding Evan Single, but what can you do? I have just given up on Eagle Rare around here. Grabbed some Breckenridge, Smokewagon and Rabbit Hole this week to see what's up! :)
I’m also a David from Virginia with a love for a good bourbon/whiskey. No longer in the state, though. I’d also recommend trying any of the Belle Meade line of whiskey. Great stuff but hard to come by all their offerings here in Alaska.
I have three of the six. Prices on the west coast must be a bit lower. In OR I got Eagle Rare for $32, 1792 small batch for $30 and Wild Turkey 101 for $27. Just subscribed to Jamie's channel earlier today. As always, a great show.
Just started watching your channel. Also, just went on a mission to grow my Bourbon shelf and determine which is my favorite reasonably priced, easy to acquire Bourbon to sip on. Did a little Bourbon Madness bracket and 1792 small batch came in second; I didn’t realize they had a single barrel. I didn’t love the WTRB, it reminded me more of an Irish whiskey than a Bourbon. I heard you’re from VA and just got turned on to Bowman in Fredericksburg. Actually won the lottery for their latest A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength and had to signed by the master distiller who laid it down. It was his very last batch before retiring. I was wondering if you tried the John J Bowman Single Barrel. It is the best Bourbon I have ever tasted. Usually the ABC has it in close proximity but they are limited quantity. The distillery usually has it as well but limits to one per customer. Thanks for the great content!
Interesting show. There’s always something new to learn about whiskey. Everyone has different taste buds. Some people love chicken, some fish, everybody’s taste buds are different. I did not like the 1792. Other ones that were recommended to me like four roses and knob Creek that people just raved about I was not impressed with whatsoever. You recommended The Wild Turkey 101 which I always felt was a very good whiskey. Love Buffalo trace. Lots of good medium priced bourbons out there for sure.
Agree WT RB punches way above its weight class. I didn’t realize Kentucky Spirit is the Rare Breed Single Barrel, good to know! Wish I could get the 1792 SiB at MSRP!
We need a ploy to get people to shift to Scotch or Tequila, there are too many people out there looking for Bourbon. The first 2 you mentioned, buffalo trace and old grand dad 114, I've never seen on shelves in my area. Wild Turkey 101 sometimes I can find, other times I can't. Eagle Rare I've never seen. Plain 1792 I've seen occasionally but not the single barrel. Rare Breed I've seen in the past but haven't seen it recently. That doesn't leave much on the shelves, like shopping for toilet paper at the start of the pandemic.
Wild Turkey 101 is one of my favorite bourbons. It's affordable and delicious. I have bottles that range up to $100 per bottle and I still keep a bottle of 101 at all times because it's such a reliable good drink.
Eagle Rare has been one of my top 5 for a long time now. Unfortunately, it can be a little pricey now in some areas. I'm still able to find it around $40-$45 here in Nashville though.
Glad you finally mentioned RR 10 yr, good stuff and value. Love the whole Redwood Empire line, regular and cask strength. I like my WT Rare Breed better than the KY Spirit, maybe because of the higher proof, but could be because it's a single barrel. And ER is totally crushable.
OG114. I can’t get it. Been looking. Want to try it. Sucks I can’t get it. WT101. Maybe you’ll all laugh but I like WT101 better than Rare Breed. Maybe I had a bad bottle of RB but I’ve never not liked WT101. Price efficiency is so much better with the 101. Eagle Rare used to be $40 around here. Now? It’s rare to find it. Love it. 1792. I bought it first because of you sir. And I love it. It is def worth the money. Great bourbon. I got some once for like $36!
I’ve never had a bottle of bourbon but I see your recommendations are in the higher price range than the $16/750ml bottle of Evan William bottled in bond. Should I stay clear of inexpensive bottles of bourbons for my 1st bottle?
The other good thing about all the WT and BT products, they are shipped internationally. So every Turkey and the Eagle Rare are easily available here in Australia and at the same proof. Unfortunately some products are proofed down to save on taxes (BT and JD just to name a couple)
Gotta say - I agree with all of your picks for good product for your buck- except the Redwood Empire- we dont get that one up here in Canada yet! I was in Michigan for a concert at the beinning of May, and I picked up a bottle of Evan Williams- Bottled in Bond for $19. Freakin amazing. Like WT 101, great flavours, reasonable complexity drinkable neat,, with a splash of water , or on the rocks . Rare Breed is one of my favourites as well... one I often recommend to people exploring bourbon. I enjoy your show! Keep on keepin' on!
I was talking to a friend the other day and he brought up a good point. While WT101 and OGD114 might be great for the money who really would seek those out if they are regularly enjoying Rare Breed or JD SBBP or ECBP or even ER?
In VA also and agree. But, certain stores are stocked. Like Shirt Pump here near Richmond is usually got something good. Carytown...maybe one or two others. But for sure VA is t getting it or they are sourcing to restaurants etc first. And whatever's left goes to stores..but only certain stores apparently
Aggred on the point of wild turkey products is value ..well here in Australia 101 goes for 60-70 rare breed goes for 90-100 .. hence why hard for me to buy more Kentucky spirit at 130 at the moment I'm enjoying their 13yr Distiller's Reserve..but yep I normally get the rare breed over eagle rare as here ER goes for 90 so yep hard to go past wild turkey ,just picked up the master's keep one for 290 ..I'd rather get more 17yr bib for 250 ..probably gone up to 350 now...yep believe in the price increases people I've been noticing here .grab what you enjoy while you can if you can find it at the retail rate...it's just sad our retail is so expensive...no wonder why people just drink beer & rum here..lol cheers for your video allways good to hear the prices so I can work out it's it worth it here
Great video. Just watched the other video about what not to buy. I liked that on this video you mentioned both eagle rare 10 and Russell’s reserve 10. Those are my two favorite mid priced bourbons. They aren’t cheap but they are bank busters either.
Where I am at in Northern CA, liquor stores are wanting Weller Antique 107 for $250 dollars! I agree with you on Weller 107 being overrated in both taste and price!
Unfortunately in the whole state of CA it’s ridiculous when it comes to any sought after bourbon… not worth breaking the bank… my advice become loyal to local shop and you might be lucky with owner offering a bottle that is sought after at MRSP (they still pay same cost)
I just got into bourbon and was talking to a family member who’s really into it, and he recommended Wild Turkey and raved about it all night. I haven’t had it since college, and I can’t wait to go out and try it now…should I go for the 101 first or just jump straight to the Rare Breed?? Suggestions anyone??
Dude. So tired of whiskey tubers telling the industry “I’d pay way more for this bottle.” Prices are already crazy enough. Let’s not lose the good affordable bottles!
Say it again for the people in the back!
This is partly why bottles that use to be available and affordable aren't any more.
100%. Last Kentucky Derby I added like 5 new bourbons and stopped chasing the elusive and now overpriced selections that are being hoarded by douches who don’t even really love whiskey. Milam and Greene, Barrel Spirits, Penelope and Belle Meade all are heavy hitters that can actually be found for purchase. I’m almost afraid to talk about my value picks because I know they’ll be gone overnight!
@@thebarrelage what would qualify as someone who actually “loves whiskey”? You were once someone just starting to get into whiskey and would have appreciated a video like this. Don’t be the “I listened to them before they were cool” guy.
I worry so much about Turkey products. I found 101 early on in my bourbon journey. Thought I found the best kept secret. Always thought I could find their “core products” whenever I wanted. While that stays true for 101(for now), R.B. and R.R.S.B has become almost impossible to find in my area.
Henry Mckenna 10 bib, used to get it for $23 a bottle, all day. not too long ago. Now I can't find it anywhere, what happened man
Cooper’s Craft 100 for $30 blows away alot of more expensive bourbons also! Notes of chocolate, dark caramel, coffee & oak with a great mouthfeel. -Russ
Agree. Coopers Craft 100 is a great buy.
@Cahaba Tunes Agreed. After it opens up a bit, there’s a strawberry/orange note (I know it sounds weird) that I haven’t gotten in anything else; good stuff.
@@arty712 I’m almost at half of my bottle so maybe I’m close to the strawberry note. 😀 I’ve heard others say the same thing, some also get a raspberry note. It’s quite an intriguing bourbon!
Just finished my first Coopers Craft Barrel Reserve and it’s so good. I’ll be keeping a bottle stocked on my modest bourbon bar.
Anyone seen this in the Chicago area?
My recent purchase of Wild Turkey 101 was at Sam's Club for $17 and some change.... Best value in bourbon period!
Damn, 30 bucks here in TX 750 ml
For the price 101 cannot be beat!
Evan Williams BiB is best value for me. I like WT 101 but not enough to grab a bottle. However, I have a WT SiB “Camp Nelson”, grabbed the last one from TW a few months ago., $60.00ish. Will open it soon.
Russel 10 year is a pretty good alternative if you can’t get Eagle Rare and want a 10 year bottle for $30-$40.
Yes, it's awesome
Agreed
agreed.
I'd say it is even better.
I completely agree, and wins in blinds with my buddies almost every time.
Was in Idaho a couple weeks ago and found a bottle of Rare Breed on sale for $35 at one of the state run liquor stores. Also snatched up a bottle of 1792 SB for $32. Yeah, it was a good trip.
I wanted to end to the end of the video but I totally agree with you. Especially on the Wild Turkey. You can't beat it for less than $25. I live in Kentucky and have access to everything. I pass up $30-$40 bottles on my shelf all the time for Wild Turkey. It's a great distillery. They don't make a bad product. Most are reasonably priced. Especially compared to their competitors.
I love the Wild Turkeys, but I'd add to the list the Knob Creek Single Barrel which is at least 9 years old (often more with a good store pick), and 120 proof, which can still be found for around $50. I also just got a KC Single Barrel Rye about 5 years old and 115 proof for $45. Both really good, especially for the price. I'd give Four Roses standard Single Barrel 100 proof an honorable mention, with it also coming in at about $45 to $50 in my area.
Completely agree. Great comment. Love the single barrel. It’s a hitter for sure.
My list: Eagle Rare, 1792 SmB (I can't find the variations), Redwood Empire Pipe Dream, Cooper's Craft 100, Michter's SmB, John J Bowman SiB. All homeruns for the MSRP...
I just bought a bottle of oak and Eden tonight, I’m sipping on a glass now and I like it, it was $47 a bottle, never had it before but I may grab another in the future.
OGD 114 goes fast around here. Lost Monarch is my current favorite; especially at less than $30 around Chicago.
There's a bunch of it in Milwaukee.
I've tried many, and I keep going back to EW Black label every time for my go-to, and if not that then Four Roses.
Good list and I have them all. I also keep Evan Williams Bottled in Bond always on shelf.
Wild Turkey 101 is our daily drinker. We are new bourbon drinkers, but have tried samples of many. We bought WT as our first full bottle.
Lost Monarch is a heavy hitter in my book. I love it. The other "under the radar" bottle to try is Duke at $40. It's a surprise to everyone I serve it to.
You literally listed out all of my faves. Good job!
I'm fairly new to bourbon and my list includes Four Roses single barrel, Old Forrester 1920, Old grandad bonded, Early times Bottled in bond and definitely Wild Turkey 101
Did a quick search and found old grandad 114 in several stores around me in NoVa. Btw took your advise and picked up a bottle of John J Bowman. So good. Tons of flavor, first sip kind of smacks you in the face but a really good sipper.
You should totally do a video on your whole collection. Just showing your bottles. I think it'd be cool to see that
Great list, I agree with Wild Turkey 101 best value.
I like your honesty. Many channels don't have the guts that you have to tell it like it is. Thank You!
Bullet 10 yr. Was pretty good. Remus at $30 & Evan Williams b&b at $16 pretty good deal too
I'd recommend two bourbons around $40 (in MA): Legent, and Ironwood Harbinger. And a rye: Sagamore double oaked (~$65).
Big fan of the Harbinger!
I'm new to bourbon enjoyed the video. I have tried a pretty good variety and continuing the journey. So far my # 1 is Four Roses small batch. There are so many to choose from and videos like yours help decide what's next. Thank you
I have tried a LOT of bourbons, and wasted a lot of money. I keep going back to 4roses sm batch and sm batch select. Coin flop between that and Russell’s 10yr.
might i suggest Bulliet i've found that while a little more pricey it's a fantastic bourbon i don't know if they have less than 750 mil bottles but they may in your area i suggest trying it out.
My mother in law who is not familiar with whisky bought me a bottle of small batch 1792 for Christmas this year. First time having it. Great Bourbon
Agree with your list. I would add Longbranch, especially for non-bourbon fan boys. If they would release a barrel proof of that juice, I bet it would be fantastic. The only criticism is low proof. Rare breed is definitely on my always on the bar list as is Eagle Rare.
Great list - love them all - i can get eagle rare all day everyday and pick one up everytime i am on the shoppe
04:21 Can't find Eagle Rare almost anywhere here in Austin, TX, and when you do, it's in the $80 range, which is absurd. I tried some at a bar the other night and was disappointed.
I agree. The mark up is not worth it. Not a fan.
I wish I could get anything from 1792 other than the small batch. Its good don’t get me wrong but here in NC we never see any of their other offerings
Thanks for your direct presentation without adding gab. Love the Russel's res 10 year, and Wild Turkey 101.
Just a little note: There is a difference between a shooting whiskey and a sipping whiskey. At least to me anyways. I don't do shooting whiskeys.
Example: Shooting whiskey- Wild Turkey 101, Old Grandad, Bulleit Burbound, etc
Sipping whiskey- Redbreast 12(my favorite), Jameson, Glenmorangie, Eagle Rare/Buffalo Trace(really smooth).
Picked up some Early Times BiB last week...
Too bad Early Times has changed ownership and now apparently isn't as good.
@@givannimikel4586 ET BIB was never available in CA under BF but the Saz version just hit some stores here for under $20. I want to set up a blind with Saz ET BIB, BF ET BIB, OF 100, OF Signature (the old 100 proof OF), and Cooper's Craft Reserve.
@@twentyfiveyears5010 That would be a solid blind!
I agree 100% I was so disappointed with Weller Antique my Makers Mark Private Select absolutely crushes it
So informative as always:
• WT101 (not for me but I understand some love it)
• Redwood Empire (Awesome bottle)
• Eagle Rare (one of my favorite pours - huge huge fan and I have a SiB pick that is amazing)
• 1792 SiB (don’t have one nor have I tasted it but I see it from time to time)
• Rare Breed (sublime and just really good. Still would prefer Eagle Rare but this is great)
OGD 114 and WT 101...nuff said...simple, but easy options...and decent mixers.
I just picked up the Redwood Empire rye (emerald giant, I think it was)...knocked my socks off, and outperformed the Jack Daniels single barrel rye I opened afterwards...I'll have to explore those other options, methinks.
Meanwhile, I call that Eagle Rare, bang per buck, hands-down, one of the best bourbons I've ever tasted.
1792...blech....haven't met one that I haven't given away...they're all too harsh for my taste, and I feel I'm a bit of a proof hound....I tried...I really tried.
Rare Breed...fantastic...picked up the RB Rye, I liked the standard option so much.
I agree with the Wild Turkey. I love all there products!! Thanks for the great video
Was sitting in a restaurant bar and saw all the usual suspects (Jack, Crown, Makers,etc) and I wanted a good bourbon. Saw they had Wild Turkey 101 and decided to try it. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will be adding it to my shelves.
Have to agree with the first 2 and the last one, the others not so much. I would agree with the Eagle Rare too if I could buy it for $40. Have one I bought 5 years ago for $41, if I ever see another I'll buy it and crack this one. Never seen a bottle of Redwood Empire and never been that impressed with 1792. I've only had a couple but they were really middle of the road to me.
It's 35 here in Virginia where he buys it
I totally agree. Turkey has become my favorite distillery. Let the ppl chase the buffalo trace stuff and ill just give all the turkey and the ECBPs my love.
Bulleit 10y is another one that's pretty good. I believe it's a bit more than retail eagle rare but a lot easier to find.
I'm 100% with you on eagle rare over weller sr and owa. ER is a great one and I normally do not like 90 proof sippers. Also, ERSPs can be incredible!
Happened to be drinking a ER during your video.. got all these but was thinking your missing KC 9/12 year. Great pours all around!
I had Wild Turkey at a party 12 or so years ago and I've been searching for it ever since. I live up in Canada not a big bourbon drinker at that age but it was like candy at 6 in the morning 😂
I have everyone of those bottles on my cart except for the 1792. I concur.
You certainly wouldn't regret adding the 1792.
I agree with you can't beat Eagle Rare
Awesome content as always David!
Been a while since I've been able to watch. Glad to be back!
On 8-19-2022 I paid 29.99 for a bottle of Eagle Rare at our local Walmart in Zephyrhills, FL. The limit was one and they only received two from the distributor. I was lucky to nab it.
All good picks . Russell's reserve 10 and makers 46 are also great values .🥃👍
I've had all of these except Redwood Empire and I have to agree with your picks. Looks like you and I have a pretty similar palate. Despite being a Kentucky snob, I'll have to try the Redwood Empire!
OGD 114 is the stuff. Tough finding it though. I'd add Early Times BIB to the list.
Good call!
All nice choices David! If I could add one more I would pick Coopers' Craft 100!
Heard a lot about that one but have never seen it in the Chicago area.
100%
I’m glad that I reserved judgement on your critique of Weller 107. I can tell you mean well by people based on the way you spoke of Wild Turkey. Keep on brother!
sipping some wild turkey rare breed right now. usually go with old forester 1910 though. love both!
I'm out in California, we can get lost monarch at grocery store for $28, eagle rare $30, wt101 handles for 30. 1792 bib for 35, everything I keep three or four deep on the shelves.
I don't know why that stuff is all cheaper in California than in Illinois which is Kentucky's next door neighbor. Damn!
Great choices. Just wish I could get my hands on a eagle rare.
where are you?? I've bunkered 10 bottles or so over the past two years. I'll send you one.
Good video, thanks for posting it. I have WT101, Eagle Rare, and WT Rare Breed, and they’re all excellent choices that I have bought second (or more) bottles of. I’ll need to looked for the others. The 1792 is on my list to try. I would also recommend the WT 101 Rye and Rare Breed Rye for rye lovers. Thanks again.
Saw WT101 at Trader Joes in SoCal for $18.99! Got one and going back for mo!
1792 was our second bottle. I really appreciate your channel for us newbies.
JTS brown as an add in.
Ur on point with these.
New to the channel and watching old episodes. I would add Elijah Craig small batch and Early Times BIB for great values.
I live in minnesota and eagle rare is super tough to come by.. saw one the other day and the dude had it marked up to 299 lol
Just picked up Redwood Empire Lost Monarch for $29 bucks. My first bottle. I agree - she's really really nice just in general but throw in the price and she hits above her weight class. Love it. My other big fav is Russells Reserve SIngle Barrel. If you see RR Single don't buy it, call me and tell me where to find it.
wild turkey and old grand dad great stuff I drink often
Eagle Rare is $32 here in Oregon. Incredible value, but it’s allocated and you gotta get lucky to snag a bottle. Agree with your list...one other I’d recommend is Elijah Craig SB 94. $30-ish here and delicious.
Here in the Northeast, Eagle Rare is also allocated. I happened across some in N.H. one day and grabbed a bottle for my son. Now,I wished I had bought several!
Glad the big distillery's are keeping the cost down...Just picked up 2 of WT101 for 18 a bottle in Arizona....Cheers brother
Eagle Rare is where it's at! When I find them in Texas, I buy as many as I can. It's hard to beat a solid 10yr at $50. Very happy you included ER in this video. Thank you!
Very well done and honest reviews - I like your list ....an educated palette -
VA ABC is tough lately. In my area (Ashburn) there are just way, way too many bourbon hunters that pounce immediately. I have focused on finding the best "bang for buck" stuff that I can reliably find. Nice that Woodford and Nearest are usually on the shelf again. 4R Small is also reliably there and super. Currently having trouble finding Evan Single, but what can you do? I have just given up on Eagle Rare around here. Grabbed some Breckenridge, Smokewagon and Rabbit Hole this week to see what's up! :)
At least VA ABC keeps 1792 and WTRB on the shelves... For now.
I am one of those that was not impressed with eagle rare bourbon, might have to try it one more time.
It’s nice and smooth which is what hooks many people. I find it a bit tame.
Great list! I'll be looking for these next time I'm hunting for a great bourbon that's not a price gouger!
I’m also a David from Virginia with a love for a good bourbon/whiskey. No longer in the state, though. I’d also recommend trying any of the Belle Meade line of whiskey. Great stuff but hard to come by all their offerings here in Alaska.
I have three of the six. Prices on the west coast must be a bit lower. In OR I got Eagle Rare for $32, 1792 small batch for $30 and Wild Turkey 101 for $27. Just subscribed to Jamie's channel earlier today. As always, a great show.
Thank you so much for supporting us!! Cheers Paul 🥃
Just started watching your channel. Also, just went on a mission to grow my Bourbon shelf and determine which is my favorite reasonably priced, easy to acquire Bourbon to sip on. Did a little Bourbon Madness bracket and 1792 small batch came in second; I didn’t realize they had a single barrel. I didn’t love the WTRB, it reminded me more of an Irish whiskey than a Bourbon. I heard you’re from VA and just got turned on to Bowman in Fredericksburg. Actually won the lottery for their latest A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength and had to signed by the master distiller who laid it down. It was his very last batch before retiring. I was wondering if you tried the John J Bowman Single Barrel. It is the best Bourbon I have ever tasted. Usually the ABC has it in close proximity but they are limited quantity. The distillery usually has it as well but limits to one per customer. Thanks for the great content!
In Chicago, OGD114 is hard to find. And I work at a beverage warehouse. WT101, I go through a bottle a week.
Have you had the Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit? Supposedly the WT101 honey barrels. I usually try to keep a WTKS in my bar.
You can get OGD114 all over the place in central Ohio. Not limited to 1 bottle either. Come on over and get some! Good stuff.
@@stevebrown8223 My cousin just came in from Columbus and brought a bottle of Middle West. Pretty good.
Interesting show. There’s always something new to learn about whiskey. Everyone has different taste buds. Some people love chicken, some fish, everybody’s taste buds are different.
I did not like the 1792. Other ones that were recommended to me like four roses and knob Creek that people just raved about I was not impressed with whatsoever.
You recommended The Wild Turkey 101 which I always felt was a very good whiskey. Love Buffalo trace. Lots of good medium priced bourbons out there for sure.
In my area California I can get 3 bottles of Eagle Rare 10 for the price of one Weller Antique! Great video!
I have only had one bottle of 101, wasn`t convinced. Eagle rare is very nice for the price.
11:11 🤣👍so true !!! It's so differnt from 2 years ago 😒
Old Granddad 144 has never been for sale in PA.
Hint of clove,
Hint of spice,
Hint of cinnamon,
Really nice!
- That whiskey makes you sound like Dr. Seuss .. can't wait to try this list!
Agree WT RB punches way above its weight class. I didn’t realize Kentucky Spirit is the Rare Breed Single Barrel, good to know!
Wish I could get the 1792 SiB at MSRP!
Kentucky Spirit is only 101 proof though.
We need a ploy to get people to shift to Scotch or Tequila, there are too many people out there looking for Bourbon. The first 2 you mentioned, buffalo trace and old grand dad 114, I've never seen on shelves in my area. Wild Turkey 101 sometimes I can find, other times I can't. Eagle Rare I've never seen. Plain 1792 I've seen occasionally but not the single barrel. Rare Breed I've seen in the past but haven't seen it recently. That doesn't leave much on the shelves, like shopping for toilet paper at the start of the pandemic.
No we need a ploy to get producers to produce enough to meet with demand.
Wild Turkey 101 is one of my favorite bourbons. It's affordable and delicious. I have bottles that range up to $100 per bottle and I still keep a bottle of 101 at all times because it's such a reliable good drink.
4 roses small batch is really good…
Eagle Rare has been one of my top 5 for a long time now. Unfortunately, it can be a little pricey now in some areas. I'm still able to find it around $40-$45 here in Nashville though.
Glad you finally mentioned RR 10 yr, good stuff and value. Love the whole Redwood Empire line, regular and cask strength. I like my WT Rare Breed better than the KY Spirit, maybe because of the higher proof, but could be because it's a single barrel. And ER is totally crushable.
OG114. I can’t get it. Been looking. Want to try it. Sucks I can’t get it.
WT101. Maybe you’ll all laugh but I like WT101 better than Rare Breed. Maybe I had a bad bottle of RB but I’ve never not liked WT101. Price efficiency is so much better with the 101.
Eagle Rare used to be $40 around here. Now? It’s rare to find it. Love it.
1792. I bought it first because of you sir. And I love it. It is def worth the money. Great bourbon. I got some once for like $36!
I’ve never had a bottle of bourbon but I see your recommendations are in the higher price range than the $16/750ml bottle of Evan William bottled in bond. Should I stay clear of inexpensive bottles of bourbons for my 1st bottle?
Eagle Rare widely available in Melbourne, Australia, approx $79 AUD so about $55 USD..worth it
The other good thing about all the WT and BT products, they are shipped internationally.
So every Turkey and the Eagle Rare are easily available here in Australia and at the same proof.
Unfortunately some products are proofed down to save on taxes (BT and JD just to name a couple)
Gotta say - I agree with all of your picks for good product for your buck- except the Redwood Empire- we dont get that one up here in Canada yet!
I was in Michigan for a concert at the beinning of May, and I picked up a bottle of Evan Williams- Bottled in Bond for $19.
Freakin amazing. Like WT 101, great flavours, reasonable complexity drinkable neat,, with a splash of water , or on the rocks .
Rare Breed is one of my favourites as well... one I often recommend to people exploring bourbon.
I enjoy your show!
Keep on keepin' on!
I was talking to a friend the other day and he brought up a good point. While WT101 and OGD114 might be great for the money who really would seek those out if they are regularly enjoying Rare Breed or JD SBBP or ECBP or even ER?
Both those are 1/2 the price point of the latter. The latter are great but not something you'd like to kill in a week or two.
In VA also and agree. But, certain stores are stocked. Like Shirt Pump here near Richmond is usually got something good. Carytown...maybe one or two others.
But for sure VA is t getting it or they are sourcing to restaurants etc first. And whatever's left goes to stores..but only certain stores apparently
Passed on a 1792 single barrel for$55 when i saw it a couple weeks ago. Might have to get it next time
Aggred on the point of wild turkey products is value ..well here in Australia 101 goes for 60-70 rare breed goes for 90-100 .. hence why hard for me to buy more Kentucky spirit at 130 at the moment I'm enjoying their 13yr Distiller's Reserve..but yep I normally get the rare breed over eagle rare as here ER goes for 90 so yep hard to go past wild turkey ,just picked up the master's keep one for 290 ..I'd rather get more 17yr bib for 250 ..probably gone up to 350 now...yep believe in the price increases people I've been noticing here .grab what you enjoy while you can if you can find it at the retail rate...it's just sad our retail is so expensive...no wonder why people just drink beer & rum here..lol cheers for your video allways good to hear the prices so I can work out it's it worth it here
Great video. Just watched the other video about what not to buy. I liked that on this video you mentioned both eagle rare 10 and Russell’s reserve 10. Those are my two favorite mid priced bourbons. They aren’t cheap but they are bank busters either.
Where I am at in Northern CA, liquor stores are wanting Weller Antique 107 for $250 dollars! I agree with you on Weller 107 being overrated in both taste and price!
Unfortunately in the whole state of CA it’s ridiculous when it comes to any sought after bourbon… not worth breaking the bank… my advice become loyal to local shop and you might be lucky with owner offering a bottle that is sought after at MRSP (they still pay same cost)
I just got into bourbon and was talking to a family member who’s really into it, and he recommended Wild Turkey and raved about it all night. I haven’t had it since college, and I can’t wait to go out and try it now…should I go for the 101 first or just jump straight to the Rare Breed?? Suggestions anyone??
I’m in the Uk WT 101 is £30-$38 and ER is £37-$49 and WT rare breed £52-$68.
ER 10yr is $75 when you can find it in Northeastern Illinios, somewhat difficult score on this bottle. Got mine but haven't opened yet....
Did we miss Elijah craig 94proof and knob creek 9 yr 100 proof??? 🤔
Yes we did. 🤫
Knob Creek is great