5 UNDERRATED Bourbons You NEED To Try!

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Old William Tarr Manchester Reserve 7 year
ASW Fiddler Amburana Finish
Makers Mark 101
Clyde Mays Special Reserve 5 year
Widow Jane 10 year
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[@hopshlooken]

I trust your reviews over anything on the internet. I wish there was an SLB APP with a video review of every bourbon. And thanks for continuing to review "gettable" bourbon.

[@katemacvicar4957]

Hi! I'm a senior in college majoring in Computer Science. My dad is a fan of your channel and watches your videos often. If you're interested, I would be happy to work with you to build an app!

[@mrv3257]

Distiller.

[@hopshlooken]

@@mrv3257 I don't want crowd sourced. Too easily swayed by popularity. I like the honest reviews of SLB. But thanks for the suggestion.

[@ChucklesProducshons]

Whiskey Vault is a great channel for reviews, those guys do a lot

[@alinchitown7556]

Tomorrow I get to celebrate, it’s my last chemo therapy session. 😊😊😊 Just found a Makers 101 at Binny’s running over to pick it up right after my session. 🎉🎉🎉

[@dramandrive]

I'd love to see a 10 year blind with eagle, widow, Henry, and a couple others you guys enjoy! The maker's 101 is a great value over the regular maker's for not much more money, but the added depth and complexity it's a no brainer I wouldn't even buy a regular maker's again.

[@grantyoung3076]

Add Michter 10 year as the high end reference

[@dramandrive]

@@grantyoung3076 and a Russell 10 would probably round out a really nice blind! I wish I had all 5 to try myself! I personally really enjoy that around 10 year age range ahead of anything else.

[@matthewdohrmann]

@@dramandrive I have a bottle of Russell's 10 that I just can't get into. I hear people praising it, but to me it just doesn't compare to Eagle Rare. Granted, the only Eagle rare bottle I've had was a single barrel, and it was really, really good.

[@dramandrive]

@@matthewdohrmann nothing wrong with that, I don’t blame you, I’m not a huge turkey fan myself so I haven’t bought the Russell yet. I can get Knob 9 and WT101 for the same price and I would take Knob all day in that comparison!

[@matthewdohrmann]

@@dramandrive I just tried Knob Creek 9 for the first time with Coke recently and thought I was absolutely fantastic.

[@ChristopherNeeme]

Ok now this is EXACTLY what I want to hear about when I get a review of an off the radar choice, actual prominent flavor notes that are very bold like you described. I have no interest in the next big thing that costs $60 plus unless there's something that's going to really punch like you have described with a vanilla or a chocolate or whatever they're really going for.

[@RodneyHenderson357]

Visited ASW last week and tried the Fiddler Amburana. Without seeing this episode, told the bartender the same thing "Tastes like Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal". This is now my favorite offering with Duality 2nd.

[@mikepetrella4009]

Awesome review as always boys…I picked up Widow Jane 10 year a few weeks ago at a local Bottle King for $69. I think it’s a great bourbon for the age statement and price. The “underrated bourbon reviews” should be a regular series on your channel! Cheers!

[@charliemaddox3226]

Another great video! I would love to see you do another round of the best bourbon's under $__, but with a twist like bourbon madness where the winner of a $20 round would be promoted up to the $30 round, etc... Maybe even broaden the brackets with multiple groups at each level to get some more variety.

[@oldmantwofour5561]

I have both OGD 114 and OGD BiB. I find myself drawn to the flavor of the BiB much more than the 114.

[@tweezerjam]

One of my go tos. I don’t feel guilty going through one in a weekend cuz of the price. 😂

[@philtner67]

Blue Note Juke Joint uncut & unfiltered is one of my favorite "not so well known" choices lately. I would love to see more of these style videos that shine the spotlight on lesser known bottles. Have either of you tried Black Maple Hills Small Batch?? I'm intrigued by the bottle but it's a bit expensive to try for the first time.

[@murrayb29]

Agreed on the BN!

[@mjames82]

Widow Jane released a 10 year anniversary edition. It comes in 100 proof and those extra 9 proof points are great. If you get a chance I recommend picking it up.

[@ibdam1]

I love this format of exposing less known products. 100K by the end of January 👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@kevinsuriano9663]

It's 8 am and now I want to go buy burbon. Nice!

[@dalehotze8499]

I can't decide which of you two I like the best. You guys are my "go to" authorities because we must have the same nose and taste buds. Thanks for all you guys do. Never miss a show.

[@drrobert8678]

Maker's Mark 101 is one of the limited releases that is quite often found at the smaller mom and pop stores through much of the year. Great bottle.

[@TheWhiskeyNerd]

Sounds like I've got a few bottles to start hunting, that Widow Jane sounds interesting, I wonder how much flavour drift there will be when they move from sourced to their own liquid down the line...

[@tommyb6422]

Love the reviews..is there any way you can provide a close up of each bottle when you set it on the bar? Be nice to see it up close.

[@stuartrollings602]

WJ at 70 may taste better to Trenton but Eagle is still low 30 s here in Texas - hard to justify the cost difference..but WJ is on the shelf everyday so that is an offset to the Eagles availability! Thanks for the thought provoking episode!

[@davebenson8547]

eagle rare is 70plus here in ny if you can find it

[@ronniewillet710]

I've noticed this too. I can pick up WJ at any ABC store in North Carolina. I have three bottles of Eagle Rare (my wife and I stood in line for our chance at it). I've never tasted WJ, but I do like Eagle Rare!

[@J_D_B4379]

ER is $90-$100 in Illinois and they don't last on the shelf. I won't pay that but others do

[@andystrode9999]

Thanks for this great review. Love seeing labels outside the big name labels. Just picked up WJ 10yr, batch 705 and Clyde Mays 6 yr. $60 and $53 respectively at my local Lukas Liquor in Kansas City. Stoked to get into them.

[@machall6108]

Love picking up new bottles to try. Even the budget bourbons. Sometimes they’re dog water, but it’s worth the risk. Great video gentlemen. 😎

[@jeffreyspencer4005]

Really interested in finding the ASW Fiddler Amburana! Thanks for the tip... 🙂

[@badandy9716]

I tool your advice and paid the $5 extra for MM 46. Excellent choice. Can't wait to get a bottle of MM 101 now!

[@SSN70]

I like this “underrated” especially under $100 bucks, love being introduced to new brands, small makers etc 🥃

[@paulhendershot111]

I love reviews such as this one. Bourbons that can be found for under $100. There are so many great bourbons out there in this category that I don't think I will ever spend 3 figures for a bottle. I've tried pours of some expensive bourbons and frankly didn't enjoy them any more than one of my lower price favorites. Thanks for highlighting these bottles.

[@VideoJunkee]

I love these kinds of videos. You’re the only channel that balances out the “bourbon porn” (high end, limited release, hard to find bourbon) with good, obtainable bourbons. Thank you! 🇺🇸🫡🦅

[@rjg02005]

Hard time picking up vanilla? Try this: pick up a bottle of Wild Turkey 101 and find a vanilla bean. Drop the whole bean straight in the full bottle. Wait a week. Thank me later.

[@nickbonvino]

I’ll be trying this! Thanks for the tip

[@Wyvern12]

Another great episode from SLB Drinks. Widow Jane Decadence is one of my favorites, so I think it's time to try the WJ ten year. You can find it here in South Carolina between $75-$80 bucks. Everybody Take Care.

[@marcmiller1337]

They won’t say but based on flavors I’m convinced most Widow Jane whiskey comes from Sazerac (BT). I felt that the first time I visited back in like 2017. They have some of their own but it’s mostly only available in NY. I have a bottle of their Baby Jane that I have enjoyed.

[@StacheXXL]

Just picked up a bottle of Widow Jane at Damon's Beverage in Augusta, Maine. Wanted to try it and the price was right 67.99. Really like it, the wife and I had a pour of it that evening. I would buy it again in a heartbeat.

[@Josh_Stringer]

Just tracked down a bottle of the ASW Amburana. All the notes you mentioned are there. It's spicy but not overly. Drinks under proof in a good way. Great recommendation!

[@slbdrinks]

Glad you liked it!

[@tjcrist1324]

Been following since about 50k which wasn’t that long ago and just happened to look at sub count…. Holy cow! Well deserved for all of you over at SLB. So close to 100k and I’m so happy for you all!

[@murrayb29]

blue note juke joint store picks - uncut/unfiltered 120ish proof, green river distillate at cask strength. Price is around $50. Great underrated pour!

[@2ASHKENAZI]

CALUMET FARMS 16 and SAM HOUSTON 15. I would like to see an SLB Drinks review. This is a great channel.

[@BB-sc1jv]

Purchased the Widow Jane late summer for $75. First pour I was so disappointed. Had a funk taste on the finish that made me wince. First thoughts were my palate was off but flavor on another bourbon pour was spot on. Placed it on the shelf and forgot about til a few weeks later giving it another try. The funk was gone but nothing special about the flavor. Few weeks later, the next pour was better. Only bottle I’ve purchased that was exponentially better on the next pour til the last.

[@Kcsportsfan42]

Would love a video on Japanese whiskies! Been wanting to try some but don’t really know where to start. Always see them up on that top shelf behind you too.

[@Reddog1111]

This would be awesome!

[@rustycannon712]

I love Clyde single barrel when it’s available. Just picked up a store pick single barrel at my local class 6 on post.

[@jbeckerm1]

I am so happy to see Clyde Mays getting some love. I think the 5, 6 and 11 years are exceptional and always have them on my shelf

[@JenkinsB]

Just got a Makers 101. Damn good one, will be keeping one on hand for sure

[@tragic504]

8:41 I bought a bottle of Makers101 back in November. I immediately next day ordered 3 more bottles to make sure I have it. This release in my opinion better that my small batch E. H . Taylor.

[@SS-bp8yq]

I bought the Widow Jane 10 Anniversary Edition last week and looking forward to giving it a try soon. Thanks for another great video!

[@austinc7963]

I have the 6 year and it’s excellent. Got it on sale for 45 and it’s probably the best value I have in my collection.

[@Josh_Stringer]

I love all the ASW love. They have so many unique products! I also appreciate that you guys talk about stuff I've never heard of - not the usual suspects.

[@gladstonelake7488]

I’m so glad you covered Widow Jane. It’s a really nice bourbon and worthy of the attention.

[@FantasySoldier]

I always have a bottle of widow jane on my shelf! I will need to find that fiddler!

[@ponchatoulamike]

Great learning about bourbons that are in other places. For a 10 yr, Russell's Reserve is hard to beat both on flavor and price. Would love to see ASW on the shelves in Louisiana!!!

[@__charles__]

Eagle Rare 10yr $39.99 and Widow Jane 10yr $62.95 ($89.95 for the 100 proof version) for me so I have a few bottles of Eagle Rare, but no Widow Jane. I would buy Widow Jane Decadence in a heartbeat, but OOS in my area and it goes for $99. I may pick up some other Widow Jane products as my spot has Widow Jane Rye Oak & Apple Wood Aged for $37.99 and Widow Jane Rye American Oak Aged for $39.99.

[@ingresswizard9044]

Clyde Mays made here in Alabama. That Special Reserve is pretty easy to find here in Alabama.

[@jbeckerm1]

It’s a favorite of mine!

[@ianculver6762]

I was gifted a bottle of Widow Jane 10 Year by my dad. I think it's immaculate. It's nutty and rich. Wish it was a little higher proof, but I can't put the stuff down. Have almost killed it in a month, and I baby most of my bottles. Great stuff if you can find it.

[@JHPIV1956]

Thanks y'all for this video! Based on your comments, I bought a bottle of Widow Jane...and agree with your comments!! A great find...and for about 30 bucks less than what y'all noted for retail!!

[@lawdawg194]

Great vid! Father & Son! Love what you guys are doing! We have the Makers Mark 101 LE in Indy for $25.98!

[@kevinsampson5138]

Who doesn’t love a bowl of Cinnamon Toast Crunch?! 😂 Gonna have to try that Fiddlers! Love 101 neat and I use it as the bourbon in my homemade spiked egg nog!

[@robkirby7827]

Love the video and knowing more about many of the bottles we probably all walk right by but shouldn’t. Thanks for giving them a little spotlight. Always interested in more like this! Cheers!

[@DileepB]

Interesting set. Thanks for the review. Liked the mention of Old Granddad and Cooper's Craft at the beginning. I can get Eagle Rare 10 for $30 sometimes!

[@blakepumphrey8782]

Great video and topic. Old elk lineup is one I don't hear alot about and not sure I've seen you guys cover. Would love to see that one in your future review lineup.

[@Maxtc.]

Eagle Rare drops every 5-7 weeks up here in PA state stores at 29.99 and after taxes you're looking at 3 bottles almost compared to 1 bottle of widow Jane (~96 for 3 ERs compared to mid 80s for WJ). Not a chance I pick the WJ over that. Unfortunately it's still tough to get and you have to be on your game anticipating drops but you just can't beat the price of the Eagle at retail.

[@paulhughes3961]

Since I'm in Georgia I'm going to see if I can find Fiddler. From the tasting notes it sounds interesting. By the way the spiny herb is rosemary.

[@lezlielockett3461]

We love watching your videos!!! We always learn so much. Excellent content. Keep up the great job guys! 👍 Really appreciate all you do for us. ❤️

[@SuperPoplyfe]

I love a good glass of bourbon/whiskey. I haven't ever seen any of these save for the Makers Mark which I love. That Clyde May's looks like it was delicious. I have seen the other iterations just not the special reserve. Great video!

[@artgressick]

Early times bottled in bond, since buffalo trace bought the brand and used weller recipe it is the best value bourbon. I believe it is 4-6 year old juice.

[@paul_romero_]

Widow Jane was the second bourbon that I thoroughly enjoyed, when I started trying out whiskey. Right behind Knob Creek's 9 year. To me, it tastes like a vanilla/cherry Dr. Pepper.

[@mathewpelfrey6797]

The TARR bourbon is actually discontinued the rebranded to RD1 and is actually co-owned by the university of kentuckys football coach mark stoops so get it while you can

[@willmc55555]

I'm so glad Widow Jane is getting some love. I fell in love with it when I worked at Binny's and it's one I can bring to a friends house to impress. The Barrel Selects from Binny's can be hit and miss. Mostly hits but I had one that was just wet cardboard for me. Give it a try one day and you won't be dissapointed!

[@jimandcarole]

Glad to see the MM 101 on your list. Regarding MM I always keep a MM 46 and 46 CS on hand, plus a "Reserve Select" of some kind.

[@bonebrakeaudioelectric]

I want to try all of these, especially the Fiddler Amburana. That sounds amazing.

[@brentworls8509]

My WJ10 tastes like iced vanilla soft sugar cookies and oak. It's super high on the vanilla, white sugar, cookie dough, and butterscotch with dry oak background. I really like it. It was a new bourbon taste to me compared to my 60-some or more other bottles.

[@charliemaddox3226]

Have you ever done or considered doing a tasting based on proof point?

[@1430rube6565]

Love the accessibility of these videos and (most of) the whiskies you feature! Cheers from a fellow Midwesterner! Hope you guys do a video on Bardstown Origin Series soon, their Bottled in Bond wheater is great!

[@EQ2Cordanim]

"I'm not a nut connoisseur or anything"...LOL Sure wish I could find that Widow Jane 10 year here north of the border in Ontario - would love to taste that! Thanks guys - great video!!

[@FFDfirechef]

I located an Oak & Eden 4 Grain with a finishing spiral of Amburana in the bottle, it is excellent; I'll have to keep and eye out for your Fiddlers.

[@journeyofbear6423]

I'm going to keep an eye out for the Makers 101. I like the regular Makers. About 6 weeks ago I picked up the 46 but I haven't had a chance to crack it open for a sample yet.

[@sprinter1553]

I’m looking forward to when you guys do a Barrell series. I just discovered their Vantage and it was so delicious.

[@MrFuzzy1953]

Good show fellas. I only see one of those in our market here in S.E. Michigan, But I'll keep looking.

[@imbatmandummy490]

I’ve been looking for Widow Jane Decadence but only came upon 1 bottle of the 10 year which I bought. It’s currently one of my favorites.

[@williamslaven5104]

This was a great video! Thanks for the recommendation I will be looking for these.

[@anthonydevitojr]

May I suggest an underrated rye bourbon: Middle West Spirits - Straight Rye Whiskey ( Dark Pumpernickel ) with notes of vanilla, caramel, cinnamon, and a pumpernickel rye spice finish. Full body, complex and unique

[@loualicea8054]

Widow Jane is $79 in NC. At that price I'm taking ECBP over this.

[@bigdave2952]

Funny I just got a bottle of that exact ASW have not cracked it open yet, can’t wait.

[@Wyvern12]

Kurt, you are right on with your review of the 10 year Widow Jane. Just tasted the first pour of my new bottle and WOW, delicious.

[@msa4998]

Another nice video! I really prefer the 13 WJ over the 10 and price point is not much higher at all. It’s not nearly as thin and a bit more classic taste as I find the 10 actually proofy for where it’s at. A couple of other “Not underrated / not talked about”: Frank August. May be hard to find now but at $65 it is purportedly a BiB, but because it’s undisclosed on source they could not put on that label. It’s is quintessential bourbon. Not saying it’s the greatest bourbon you’ll ever have ( though it’s quite excellent and I rate highly), it just is a bourbon drinkers bourbon. Another is Luca Mariano. They do a SiB bourbon and SiB rye as well as a slightly “more exclusive” signature bourbon bottle. About $60 and it’s quite rich with some vanilla and stronger oak notes … some cherry on finish. Last would be Hillrock (Not Rock Hill … LOL) out of NY. They distill and have their own grain floor on premise. The rye is a huge cedar bomb which is quite rich and not something I want everyday, but quite unique. I prefer the Solera as the cedar note is tamed down quite a bit and more classic flavors come in. Not cheap … $100, but nice to have on the shelf. I could do a few more, but will stop here. Keep up the great entertainment!

[@jerrywhitehead679]

This one was fun because you have a few I've not heard of. I have some things to keep an eye out for now.

[@mneeley490]

I'm like your friend, I love most Maker's Mark products, but can't see the justification for the price increase to the 46. The MM 101 is quite a step up from the 86 proof, imo, and hits that sweet spot for higher proof bourbons; well worth it. My buddy loves the WJ 10-year and always has it around, so I don't necessarily need to buy that one myself. For some reason, Clyde May products don't sell well here, and always end up in the discount bin at my favorite store, but I might have to search out that 5-year red label.

[@cleveland53015]

Sooo....after this vid I went out and bought Widow Jane...great choice! Not disappointed.

[@justjulee9135]

I really love these videos! For a new bourbon drinker like me, these videos are so full of knowledge and make me want to try all of them! Especially the one from Atlanta because that's very near where I live!

[@Fetner58]

Being in Alabama we will be getting an allocated Clyde mays cask strength 10 yr and 12 yr at some point this year I saw it on the allocated list for the year not sure what month it will be though I’m eager to try it all I have had is the 5 year and the Alabama whiskey

[@Mr10usdad]

Widow Jane is awesome! It is one of my 10 year bourbons. I wish it was the same price as Eagle Rare.

[@michaelhoffer9172]

I like everything in the Maker's lineup except for the entry level bottle. I think 46 is a big step up as is the 101, Cask Strength, and especially the 46 Cask Strength. When I think of a good 10-year, I think of Russell's Reserve, and its half the price of Widow Jane. Just wondering how you think the Widow Jane compares to the Russell's 10? Out of these 5, I have only had the Maker's 101.

[@graveshotx]

I had a pour of the Tarr at the storefront they have in Lexington, KY. It was good but just didn't wow me for the price. Maybe I need to give it a second go. Aside from the Tarr and the MM101 have not tried the others. Will be on the lookout!

[@logut80]

First time I've seen anybody talk about Old Tarr! I had it a year ago or more and really enjoyed it. Also neat that you're just barely north of me and always interesting to see what you think of the products my work place puts out

[@ksamples149]

Have yall tried any of the wilderness trail offerings? Recently found a BiB and cask strength store pick that have become 2 of my favorites.

[@christopheranders1538]

Widow Jane is definitely my go to 10 year. It’s really good and I’m on my 3rd bottle. It’s sooooo good.

[@thomasgoundrey2576]

An interesting video for you guys to make is going out and getting a few random bottles you haven't had before, or maybe a long time ago, and opening it up on camera to get first impressions. So no pre video sip to understand the whisky

[@benjaminrobinson6383]

I love the Widow Jane 10 year! Yesterday I found a WJ Lucky 13. Creamy peanut butter all day long. Buy one if you see one!

[@slbdrinks]

You are not wrong! Great bottle!

[@jasonboose9486]

Trenton you need to try tx blended whiskey. Straight up vanilla all the way. I love it.

[@scottbaron121]

Haven't seen the Makers 101 but Makers Cask Strength is an absolute BANGER.

[@schism7528]

If you like the fiddler you should try to find the starlight amburana bourbon, it's amazing

[@wesleyblacksher1641]

I really enjoy this channel. Keep up the good work.

[@DemonbreedGaming]

i just bought Makers 101 this week for $33. definitely way better than standard makers.

[@primaltone]

Glad to see you review the Old William Tarr. That is an excellent bottle.

[@matthoernemann4140]

There's a Widow Jane at the local liquor store. I've been passing it up since it said New York.

[@griffsims9993]

I have have to agree with @Andrew Elsie a 10 yr blind battle with ER, HM, WJ, Russell’s, Mitchters, Bulliet 10 and maybe others would be really fine to watch.

[@ericellis2729]

I love MM101 so it's kinda cool that it shows up here. I snagged a Widow Jane Decadence this weekend based on how much Trenton loves it and boy is that a tasty whiskey. Great video guys! Cheers!

[@docrat2]

Great show as always- how about a show where you pick 5 (or any #)from one of the shelves behind you in the basement…