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I’m new to bourbon and I usually avoid high proof bourbons , but oddly enough my 2 favorites are Wild Turkey 101 and Knob Creek 9, I also love Makers 46 , 1792 and Russell’s 10 year.
You're new? 😂
Great video! I love the idea of people talking about what bottles they’ve drank the most over their bourbon journey. I’ve been drinking whiskey for 15ish years or so… but didn’t start actually diving into bourbon and whiskey until 2018 when I started appreciating the neat pour as a sipper (before that, usually it was mixed drinks or occasionally on the rocks).
Since 2018, I started keeping track of every bottle I’ve bought, and here are the bourbons I bought from highest down (I stopped at having purchased 4 bottles of the brand):
11 bottles :: Rare Breed
10 bottles :: Knob Creek small batch (NAS or 9yr)
7 bottles :: Buffalo Trace, Elijah Craig BPs, & Makers Mark
6 bottles :: Eagle Rare, Henry McKenna BIB, & KC 9 Yr SiB
5 bottles :: Four Roses SiB and Woodford Double Oaked
4 bottles :: 1792 small batch, Elijah Craig small batch, Larceny, Makers Mark CS, Michter’s small batch, and WT101
Thanks for reviewing the “everyday” sippy-sips. I now have another rye to try. Really appreciate bringing some Scotch to the discussion. After 4 years overseas, my scotch/Irish collection grew nicely and I somehow lost track of the good-good while I chased bourbons.
Thanks Kurt & Trenton for your channel! Great way to learn of many different bourbons that I haven't tried or even seen before! I don't have a large stock myself so I only have a top 3 which I find myself restocking and drinking regularly which are readily available in Pennsylvania.
1) WR Double Oaked
2) OF 1920
3) Four Roses SB Select
I'm just learning and this has been so helpful!! Thank you!
Late to the comments here but first have to say to Kurt and Trenton that their videos are well thought out, well presented and digestible - never over our heads or long-winded. These guys bourbon! Your palates are amazingly similar to mine - so I am absolutely a subscriber. As for my go-to bourbons right now: WR Double-Oaked, WT Rare Breed, Four Roses Single Barrel, and Knob Creek 9. Unfortunately, here in Canada, we don't see most of the rest of your selections on the shelves very often (or at all). Still, your vids are great for my next shopping excursion to the US. Keep it up guys!
I’d love to see you do a “sweeter notes” blind tasting. Perfect for the holidays. Specifically the Widow Jane Decadence, Woodford Reserve Double Oak, etc, to name a few.
I agree, this would be a good show for the upcoming holidays.
The Widow Jane Decadence is amazing. The bottle lasted 2 nights.
Great list Gents!
I’ve been pouring these 5 lately
1- Russels 10 (all year round)
2-Remus Single barrel(great store pick- got several)
3- Maker’s cask strength specifically the 46 cask & a store pick
With cooler weather - love ryes-
4-Michter’s single barrel Rye
5-knob Creek single barrel Rye (great store pick)
Cheers to beautiful fall pours! 🥃
Love the Arron 10. Fantastic pour. I actually like to start with that and then go into a bourbon. It makes bourbon notes pop!
I really enjoyed that - thanks guys.
Being from Australia, there's a couple of local bottles in my current top 5:
The Gospel Straight Rye Whiskey (90 proof)
Adam's Peated Shiraz Cask Single Malt (93 proof)
They slot in next to Dalwhinnie 15yo Single Malt, which is an amazing pour for the price.
Next is the Woodford Double Oaked, which I tried after your double oaked review. I'm really enjoying it.
And rounding it out is WT Rare Breed, for all the reasons you mentioned. Special mention to Knob Creek 9yo, but here in Aus, the Rare Breed is only the equivalent of US$10 more than the KC9, so it's the bird for me.
Nice!
My top 5 today as someone inside my first 90 day introduction to bourbon/whiskey/scotch....1) Wild Turkey 101 (it's just the proof/mouth feel for the money is really incredible - I feel like I should do something to make this an allocated bourbon, lol) 2) Highland Park Cask Strength (butterscotch is actually a note for scotch...hell yes!) three and four are toss ups...3) Four Roses Small Batch 4) Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (dusty peanut goodness) 5) Michters Rye (starting to appreciate Rye - didn't like rye in moonshine, but in whiskey its really good) Great channel guys, super helpful as I decide what to add to the collection and as a former Hoosier transplanted in FL. I value the feel of 'home' felt thinking you bring me.
Thank you Jerry for watching!
Another fun show guys. The bourbons I reach for as daily drinkers are WT101, Old Forester 1910, WR Double Oaked, Isaac Bowman Port Barrel, and Four Roses Small Batch Select. All solid pours in my opinion.
How would u compare the 1910 to the 1920?
Got into whiskey over the last 6 months and gotta say your channel is the best. My current top 5. Wild Turkey 101, Buffalo Trace, Four Roses Single Barrel, Johnnie Walker Double Black, and when UCF Football has a big win, Johnnie Walker blue label. I think I’ve got the whiskey starter kit as my collection. I look forward to exploring other bottles soon.
Appreciate your kind words!
Top 5 for me this year:
Bulleit (I swap between regular, 10 year, and SiB)
Michter’s Small Batch
Elijah Craig BP
Four Roses Small Batch
Yellowstone
I’ve made Old Fashions with these throughout the year, particularly during Old Fashioned Week, and have enjoyed them tremendously. This has been my first year collecting bourbons and scotches (would grab maybe 1-2 bottles a year over the past 4 years otherwise) and my collection is now at a modest 30 bottles, majority of that being bourbon.
Perfect blend of familiar favorites and ones to look for. Great lineup!
Thanks for the treat ;) Currently I am looking for Four Roses Small Batch Select and also thinking about buying Arran 10.
My currenty top 5 for daily drum is: Wild Turkey 101, Jack Daniels Rye, Jim Beam (white with ice), Glenlivet 12 Illicit Still / Licensed Dram, Glendronach 12.
WT101, OF 1920, Larceny regular or barrel proof, Elijah Craig barrel proof, and Coopers craft 100 proof are 5 common ones I would have. Then all of the allocations! Thank you for showing us yours!
Great show guys ! I find myself reaching for the Marker' 46 and Angels Envy more often than not ! ( and KC 9 😉)
Great job as always! Picked up the Frey Ranch via ordering it from their website. Delivered for $65 to Florida. To me, it's flavor profile is very unique, and who does not love that bottle and top!
Love your videos guys! My top 5's as of this week (plus an extra) in the cupboard are:
1. Woodford Reserve Double Oaked (you guys got me hooked on this one! Delicious)
2. Wild Turkey 101 (our everyday whiskey)
3. Knob Creek Rye (came with 2 glasses at Christmas)
4. Knob Creek 9 yr old (up to $38 here - favorite whiskey of 2022)
5. Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve 120 proof (a new favorite)
6 Makers 101 (I think I like 46 a little better)
I have 5 of these in my 10 bottle collection. I will be looking for the Frey and the Barrell. Thanks for the channel, I watch everyone.
Great video. I am currently obsessed with the Woodford Double Oaked. Great pick. I was sipping on that while I watched this.
Great you included the Arran 10. One of my favs. I like the episodes where yall address other types of spirits outside of bourbon.
Me to!
My daily’s are typically Old Forester 100 and Wild Turkey 101 Rye. I like to keep a Four Roses around also as well as Woodford Double Oaked. Recently, I have been trying several Midwestern whiskies from Northern Waters in Wisconsin, Mississippi River Valley Distilling from Iowa, Nassif/Cat’s Eye in Iowa, and Foundry Distilling in Iowa.
Rare Breed has been on my list since discovering y’all’s videos this year! Love the videos and really opening my eyes to the bourbon/whiskey world as an amateur
I literally just finished a bottle of that Hard Truth last week. It is INCREDIBLE! Great pick Trent. So, so, so good!
Rare breed, 4 roses small batch select, new riff single barrel, jack daniels triple mash, and old firester 100 or old grand dad 114 are my top 5 for fall. Just saw this as my first video of yours, keep up the great conversation gentlemen.
Trent needs to have a scotch tasting. Love to hear his hateful tasting notes. 😂
Yesssssss! Coming soon!
Solid picks. My current 5 go to pours are Wild Turkey Rare Breed, Four Roses Small Batch Select, Angel's Envy Rye, Chatanooga 111, and Maker's Mark Cask Strength.
Haven’t tried too many, but of all of them I’ve tried I really like Navigator bourbon by the wine company. Finished in Port Wine barrels. It seems pretty rare around nh but I found a bottle for $35. I’ve also really loved Wyoming Whiskey bourbon, which has wheat in the mashbill.
Nice job guys! My daily pours at this moment include Redwood Empire Rye, Coopers’ Craft 100 proof, and Jim Beam Double Oak.
My current five that I grab on a nightly basis: Lagavulin 16, Calumet 16, Sagamore Rye Double Oaked, Eagle Rare, and Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Private Barrel.
4 Roses small batch select has been my new go to sipper! Love the flavors and finish on it. Great video, as always!
Glad you commented on the widow jane. I see it regularly in my area but consistently pass it by. I will pick a bottle up now.
My wife and I just started our home bar less than two weeks ago. I got the bug after watching some videos and then started talking to my wife and she had a desire to try some so I researched the beans out of really good starter bourbons, ryes, and Irish whiskey. This is what we are starting with, Sazerac rye, Powers 3 swallow Irish whiskey, Basil and Hayden, Angels envy, Elijah Craig small batch, Wild Turkey 101 bourbon, buffalo trace, and Woodford reserve double oaked as well as a couple flavored whiskies and bourbons. I just bought the Woodford, Buffalo trace, and Basil Hayden today and we have not even tried them yet. If my research was any good that should be a solid starter for our bar and next month I want to get Four Roses small batch select and 1792. Thanks for your cool channel and suggestions.
That’s a great start! I am sure you will love most if not all of those bottles!
This is good stuff, thank you for sharing your thoughts on more accessible bottles. It would be fun to track how the bottles in your top 5 change over the year.
Sagamore is killing it, there Double Oak is great.
Been sipping on any of the following five on any particular night for the past month or so: Russel’s 10, Bowman Brothers (and have been searching for the John J SB for about a half year now), Very Old Barton (this helps keep my monthly spending in the acceptable range), Weller SR (not sure if this counts as allocated, but I see it all over down here), and OF 1910.
Wow yeah I’m on board with this list. I agree about rare breed for sure and Knob 9 and Arron 10 . I usually steer clear of barrell because they tend to put Dickel in everything so not familiar with the one you mentioned here. Two other relatively available pours I find myself reaching for are compass box Orchard House and tumblin dice Barrel proof (mgp)
Awesome video guys. I appreciate your input and will definitely give these a try!
Great video! My daily is Rare Breed and 1910. I just picked up a Hard Truth and Frey Ranch and cannot wait to crack them open.
Just FYI, i think Frey Ranch can ship to most states. I'm in florida, it's at no stores but I can order direct from their website. Great stuff.
Love the channel and love your picks. My five bourbons would be 1. Chattanooga whiskey 111, 2. Yellowstone 3. Penelope 4. Heavens door double barrel, 5. EHT small batch
Thanks for the content! Definitely going to look for some of these!
I've only started drinking my whiskey "neat" within the last year or so, before that it was always over ice. Anyway, my classic "Go-To" bourbons, in no particular order, would be Woodford Reserve, Four Roses (Yellow), Bulleit, and Jim Beam Black. Recently, I've developed a new appreciation for Maker's Mark and Wild Turkey 101. But the one that I find myself reaching for lately, and I only tried it because I saw it in one of your videos, is Evan Williams 1783. It tastes great and is easy on the wallet. Thanks for the videos, keep up the great work!
Great price efficient list!
Another great idea. Could be fun to make a note of these and compare to next year at the same time to see if your taste changes 🤔
I really enjoy your videos. It has expanded my taste on other bourbons. I try to get the ones that are new to my collection, but unfortunately living in Pennsylvania where the liquor stores are state run, they have limited selections of bourbon and whiskey. I will continue to look for the rarer ones out of state.
Thank you for sharing your experience!
Honestly love this idea, my current 5 are Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit, Woodford Rye, Basil Hayden Dark Rye, Rebel Cask Strength, and Four Roses. Keep up the great work!!
Great video as usual. Living in CA Frey is always in my collection. Though I do prefer the barrel proofs. My five are easily available in my area and are as follows.
OF 1920
SW Uncut Unfiltered
JDSBBP
ECBP whatever batch is open
Russels Reserve 110 proof
My top daily sippers at the moment: OF 1920, Benchmark Full Proof, knob creek single barrel, knob creek 12, and Buffalo Trace (I have place that always has it $28)
That Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye is my ultimate whiskey, hands down. Each batch has been different (as they are). My absolute favorite is Batch 4 (they have 5 out now). Note, the sweet mash process does allow whiskeys to mature more quickly. The latest stuff is older, as well. So, all 7 of the batches that they currently have planned were fermented and barreled at the same time. So, each batch is matured a bit more than the last.
As far as what I have :)... I have two bottles of Batch 1, three bottles of Batch 2, three bottles of Batch 3, six bottles of batch 4, and three bottles of Batch 5. I am keeping two bottles back of each back for "safe keeping". So, if I hav more than two, those are for drinking. They came out with their origin series earlier this month and then just this past week came out with three new ryes that are new mash bills in extremely small batches. They have a Caramel Malt, a Chocolate Malt, and a Malted Rye. They are all between 8-10 barrels for each batch.
In terms of Sagamore, I only recently picked up my first bottle of their standard "Rye" and I think it is pretty darned good. I have always been reluctant to buy their stuff because it is in the higher tier price range (not the stratosphere price range, but still about the range that I start getting picky). I got it on sale for $10 off of MSRP. I really and interested to try some of their other stuff now, including their Sherry Rye. Sounds awesome.
My top 5... super tough. I actually am not a big fan of bourbon. I love Rye and Scotch. But I have spent the 2nd half of this year exploring bourbons. I don't think I want to put things in order, but:
* Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye (Batch 4)
* Old Forester 1920 (my absolute favorite bourbon)
* Wild Turkey 101 (Rye and Bourbon... I like to mix them into a Bourye)
* Aberfedly (my favorite Scotch)
* Hard Truth Kentucky Sweet Mash Rye (same mash bill as the standard stuff... but this was their "test run" and it was made at another distillery... it has a Dill finish which sounds off, but it works).
Appreciate your detailed comment! I need to get into more Aberfeldy. I have a 19 yr limited bottle which is delicious but that’s it.
My current top 5 would be:
- Old Forester 1910
- Woodford double oak
- high west double rye!
- willet 4 year rye
- Elijah Craig barrel proof
Love Trent’s lineup. That Widow Jane and Sagamore Sherry are definitely on my list to try!
Picked up one of the newer batches of bardstown Fusion series recently and I’m really glad I gave it another shot, damn good bottle for the money. Really loving all of these picks from you both
Great choices.... For now, the 5 available bottles in my cabinet I keep going back to the most are: Russell's 10, Rare Breed, (little heavy on the Turkey but is what it is), Smoke Wagon Straight Bourbon, Still Austin Straight Bourbon (TX Bourbon, Represent), and Penelope Toasted Barrel Strength. Cheers!! REALLY SURPRISED to see Arran 10 on this list, but what a delicious bottle that is. I bought one for my scotch loving brother and after we tried it I had to go buy one for myself!! CHEERS!!!
Still Austin cs is on my list to find!
VERY INTERESTING!!!! My whole collection is smaller than this show but I do have those three that are the "that time" evening. Willet Pot Still, Orphan Barrel Rhetoric 22, Penelope Architect, are up there as the special ones for sure.
Rare breed, double oaked , and rare breed are great choices. You gave me some new ones to try. My 5 would be EC barrel proof (or small batch if BP isn’t around), belle meade cask strength, rebel cask strength, wild turkey 101, and lately larceny has been tasting real good
nice episode. Useful to know more about non-allocated.
My current 5 daily’s in no particular order: Wild Turkey Rare Breed, Knob Creek Single Barrel, Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel, Eagle Rare, and Bulleit Barrel Strength. Cheers from another Region local!! 🥃
These are all cheap Bourbons
Great list. That sagamore sherry rye is in my current top 5 as well. Honestly probably my favorite rye this year. Also currently loving the redwood empire grizzly beast, knob creek 12, Stranahan sherry, and compass box flaming heart (scotch I know, but delicious stuff if you like just a little peat)
My daily drivers are WT101, Old Grandad BiB, Early Times BiB, Dickel Superior no. 12, and Makers 46. Buffalo Trace used to be on this list, but now I’m having a bit more difficulty finding it regularly without paying a premium.
During a little vacation to AZ I found a few Early Times BiB so naturally had to grab them. For a while at least, that meat is back on the table. Great review and I'll throw my current list......ET BiB, 4R SMB Select, Penelope Architect, Doc Swinson Blenders Cut, MM46. Cheers!
Love the recommendations. Would love to get a bottle of the Frey Ranch. Keep seeing very good things about that brand.
I LOVE how you added "Chapters" to your other video and would LOVE to see it on future videos. Super helpful!
I will tell Trent!
Consistently find myself reaching for the buffalo trace, luckily i can find it in my area. Also regularly go for the woodford double oaked and wild turkey rare breed.
I cant agree more on the Woodford reserve double oaked.... my obtainable favorite by far!
Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey and Knob Creek 9 are my go too's.
I'm going to be on the lookout for Widow Jane, sounds amazing !!
It will be great if you guys have a go to list somewhere with nice bourbons/whiskey by category. Something easy to access while in a store rather than browsing through videos.
It will be perfect if you have your lists and community favorites.
Great show as always.
You guys are great! Please continue to mention the prices…really helps me know and gauge if I’m over paying or not. I can judge a good deal or how willing I’m willing to pay over the normal price, depending on what it is. Thank you
Will do! I noticed I didn’t on a few so my bad on that.
Hopefully you aren’t in Washington state. I purchased $119 in booze and paid 34 dollars in taxes. And liberal politicians complain about businesses being greedy.
I think I had Knob Creek before I could really taste the flavors of whiskey because when I bought a bottle recently and tried it, it was AMAZING! And only $35.
My top 5 go to's...Early Times bottle in bond, russels reserve 10 year, woodford double oak, rabbit hole cavehill, and glenfiddich 14 yr single malt scotch.
My Top 5 (eh 6) go to bottles, WT101, KC9 (and the single barrels), 1920, Rare Breed bourbon & RB Rye, JDSBBP. I do absolutely love Barrell products but I try to limit those to monthly pours given the price, not that my other picks are exactly cheap but they are cheaper (60 vs 90 bucks).
I have and enjoy all of the first 5 bottles ya'll pulled out, especially the rare breed and frey ranch. My regulars that I go thru more bottles of than anything else, are old forester rye and wt101.
GREAT PICKS, The Sagamore sherry cask is spectacular, just met with a rep from there last weekend and tried all of them.....I ended up choosing the barrel pick she had tho which was outstanding....The Four Roses select is beautiful and its always on the shelf...rare breed, muah, double oak outstanding.....Ive personally been reaching for the Sagamore Single pick I have, Larceny Proof B521, New Riff Single Barrel Proof (might be my fav on the list), and I really enjoyed (past tense lol) the Blue Run Reflection although was a bit pricey for the quality of juice....Cheers.
For the last couple years I've been hitting the IW Harper 15 when available - $75 at the Oregon state stores, but worth it 👌
This would be a good quarterly review. Great video!!
Perfection in Show as Always!!! My Daily’s … Guess I have to exclude Eagle Rare (hard to find in NC). Four Roses Single Barrel, OF 1897, OF 1910, The Clover Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey, Four Roses Small Batch Select
Love this show. You guys are great. Love the input.
Great line up. Can't wait to try some of these. Rare Breed is my go to as well Kurt!
Newer to the Bourbon scene, but these are the selections i keep coming back too. Driftless Glenn, Russels 10 year, Makers 46, Buffalo Trace, Makers Mark private selects(multiple).
Excellent episode! Enjoying the chemistry of both of you on screen together. I'd like to see this revisited for late winter, maybe with some winter cocktails. What are you mixing?
Yesssss! More cocktails!
I absolutely love the Four Roses Single Barrel and Small Batch. I haven’t had the Single Barrel Select yet but I know my local store has some. Guess that’ll have to be my next purchase!
I suggest you buy the single barrel soon as the prices seem to be on rise lately.
great show .
Arron 10 is a staple in my bar. wonderful whisky.
Really enjoy the channel, guys. I also like sipping whiskey with my son. Good times. My top 5 favorites today are: 1) Teeling Single Grain Irish Whiskey, 2) Westland American Single Malt, 3) Angel's Envy Bourbon, 4) Eagle Rare 10yr Bourbon, and 5) Bad Dog Grandpa's Wheat Whiskey. My everyday, though, is probably Slane Irish Whiskey which reminds me of Redbreast 12 (I think it's the Sherry Casks), but at $27 vs $70 a bottle, is a much more affordable, everyday sip for me. Keep up the great content! :)
Great list!
I cant understand how you are reminded of RB 12 from Slane. Taste completely different to me. I like the flavor of Slane, but find it to be a bit to ethanol-y. Absolutely hated everything about RB 12.
Segamore double oak rye is one I reach for, Dark fruit and coco. Nice warm finish.
Great stuff. Can’t go wrong with Arran 10 or Glenallachie 12. I’ve been reaching for Glen Scotia 15 a lot lately. 100% on Rare Breed, a staple. Would be interesting to see you blind the Sherry Sagamore Rye with the New Riff Malted Rye Sherry finish
The Sagamore Sherry Finish I like a lot more than MWND, but I prefer PX sherry finished whiskey to port so keep that in mind.
God bless the USA, USMC, and .........SLB Drinks and last bust certainly not least Wild Turkey Distillery!!! Thank you so much for these videos. I hope that someday I can share these drinks with my son as you have yours!
Woodford's DO and WT Rare Breed are two bourbons I always have to have on the shelf as well
I do have an unopened Arran 10 which after you described it will be tried soon
Will keep an eye out for Sagamore sherry
Thank you
Love the Woodford Double Oak and Knob Creek 9! My regular rotation tends to be Bib & Tucker (6 or 10), Knob Creek 12 and Old Forrester 1910 lately.
Thanks for all of the great videos! My top 5 right now in no particular order are Michter’s Straight Rye, Pikesville Straight Rye, Monkey Shoulder, Red Breast 12 and Green Spot
Nice!
New bourbon drinker here and have found your videos INCREDIBLY insightful and helpful. I splurged and got an Elijah Craig Barrel Proof and it was like drinking a dry erase marker…gross. I seem to lean more towards lower proofs to really enjoy the flavors either straight up or mixed in with some Cherry Dr Pepper. The few that I’ve tried and really enjoyed so far are Makers Mark Limited, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Bullet. Michters is high on my list but I can’t find it here in Northern Colorado. Anyways, you guys have given me a nice list to hunt down and I really appreciate the information and the quality of your videos. Cheers!
Thanks for your kind words! Nice list! Keep doing what you like but just a tip. Let the ECBP open up for a while before you try it again. The higher proofs tend to need some air before it opens up.
If you’re into sweeter bourbons and like the double oaked woodford, try the Old Forester 1910, you will not be disappointed.
5 (by category)
Bourbon: KC12
Rye: Pikesville
Irish: Yellow Spot
Scotch (peated): Springbank 12 CS (batch 15)
Scotch (non-peated): Tomatin 18 (just finished)
Wild card (allocated): Wild Turkey Master’s Keep 17 (batch 1)…from the stash.
Just started watching your channel. Rare Breed is my top choice too. I looked at your other posts. Found the one on dirty martinis Gin/Vodka
Oxley Gin!
I couldn't belive it a bottle of Oxley Gin! I thought I was the only person that drank Oxley. No one had even seen it in my golf club. They don't stock it nor do they have Rare Breed. Oh well...
Costco (In Concord,CA) had it on sale at the beginning of the year. Bought a few bottles.
I keep my open bottle in the refrigerator. It keeps longer if you do...
Great show. Looking forward to watching more.
Appreciate you joining us!
My top go to pours are Rare Breed, Cooper's Craft, WT101, Benchmark Fullproof.
Save for Frey Ranch (not in our area) and Arran (Have yet to try it) all those are great pours! My go-tos lately have been Bardstown BC Chateau De Lebaud, Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit, Heaven Hill BIB, Sagamore Mead Finish, and Benchmark Bonded. Love the list! Will have to try that Arran Scotch. Btw I think it's been too long since Kurt went over a line up of either scotch, irish whiskey, tequila or other spirit. Would love to see what new discoveries he's made.
American single malt coming soon! I have a scotch video to get in soon as well.
New to the table but my current go to's are Michters American, Four Roses Single Barrel, Jameson Black Barrel, and WT Longbranch. I'm currently sipping on a Breckenridge I really enjoy. There's also a lot above these price ranges I love but try to stay in reality. High West and Bruichladdich getting honorable mentions also.
Awesome lineups from you guys! Right now my top 5 (non allocated) are:
1) Russels 10
2) Knob Creek 9
3) 1792 Full Proof
4) Calumet Farm 16 (for my “wish I was rich” days)
5) Whistle Pig 10
Definitely want to try the Widow Jane soon, and also the Double Oaked Woodford!
The wrdo is the bomb! My favorite. I would add coopers craft 100 to the list
As I'm watching your terrific video, I am sipping some "Nelson's Green Brier Tennessee Hand Made Sour Mash" Whiskey, It's about $30 and it is 91 proof. Cheers!
Ardbeg Uigeadail - Port Charlotte Heavily Peated 10 - Nikka Coffee - Red Breast 12 and Plane old Woodford Reserve, those are pretty much the ones I am replenishing at least once a year
A buddy of mine shared a bottle of Barrell 15 year with me it was phenomenal
The one I reach for most often right now are Wild Turkey 101, The Blue Laddie, Quiet Man, Basil Hayden Dark Rye, Bench Mark 8