Baker's Single Barrel 7 Year Bourbon: The Mash & Drum EP96

The new Baker’s Single Barrel Bourbon from Jim Beam is bottled at 107 proof and is bottled at a minimum of 7 years old. The new bottles have recently started to hit shelves around the country for around $60. Baker’s was launched in 1992 as one of four bourbons in the Jim Beam Small Batch Bourbons Collection, along with Knob Creek, Booker’s, and Basil Hayden.
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[@MichaelTaylor-lk8fh]

I thought it's was fantastic! My bottle is exactly 7year 0months.

[@dfro4952]

I just got mine today and it was aged 8yr 10 months I was curious on how old they get for the 7yr

[@tlberg]

Hi Jason, is this product worth the extra $20 from the Jim beam single barrel

[@TheMashandDrum]

The ones closer to 9 years I think are. Bakers can be really good but being single barrels they vary a lot.

[@tlberg]

Found a 8yr 2 mo for $69 and a 7yr 4mo for $58 with the extra $11 for the extra time?

[@richardbarrick1492]

Wow, Jason you're putting Baker's up against the mighty Bookers! I have the ' Off your Rocker, fantastic 🥤 juice, IMO--Cheers from ETn Smoky Mtns.

[@KishanPatel-dr6fe]

Does this have a synthetic cork?

[@ambientdjs2938]

I really enjoyed this bourbon! Mine is 7 years, 2 months old.

[@markpeterson4769]

Right on man. I live in Taiwan. Baker 7 SB is $40, Weller 12 is $88 (not my fave-but a point!). When you drink something priced right, it goes down oh so much smoother and without conscience. Macallan is the Bev here, so bourbon hounds live life large in Tw.

[@andrewschuschu3499]

Good stuff, luckily I can get it for about $49.99 which is where I think it belongs. Good, but not great- Knob Creek 12+, Michters, Woodford Double Oaked, Eagle Rare, Old Forester 1920…. I’d put it in or slightly better than that group of drinks. Good, room for improvement.

[@PvPDeathKnight]

Just bought a bottle at Costco (SoCal) for $30. I was floored and had to do a double take to make sure I picked up the right thing.

[@gowens714]

Added a bottle of this to my small collection recently and honestly, I just didn't care for it. Something about the finish that just doesn't do much for me.

[@nicksinderson3302]

I love this stuff. As my daily sipper l've been alternating between the Baker's single barrel and Old Forester 1920...both are delicious but if l had to choose, l'd take the Baker's.

[@jackrodosta7971]

LOL , my two daily sipper as well although I'd say the 1920 has a better finish for me. Love em both

[@stchrbarrow]

Love them both but prefer the Knob Creek single barrel store picks.

[@nicksinderson3302]

@@stchrbarrow l live in veritable bourbon desert, there no knob Creek store picks available for over 300 miles from my house. Good for you!

[@Subourbon]

I just finished my 1st bottle And had to get another. One of my favorites.

[@aaronmiller8013]

Just picked up a 8 year 10 month bottle of this, and it is delicious. I was curious about other's experiences, and here we are

[@BloodySawBlade]

I just bought a bottle that is 8 Years exactly.

[@Caliban_80]

Delicious stuff

[@nicksinderson3302]

I've been sipping a 7year 3month and it's a favorite of mine. I'm impressed by how dark the color is for a 7year. Much better color than the 9 year Knob Creek.

[@challenja]

It’s a bit thin and missing that oomph that I look for in Bourbons over $50. My go to 40-50 dollar range bourbons are Stellum, Rare Breed, and Doc Swinson blenders cut. All have that oomph quality. Knob creek single barrel runs laps over Bakers.

[@thomascrompton7775]

Yeah like the bookers over priced and I am sitting on 4 bottles bookers. Not viti g st 65 bucks on this.

[@chrisphillips9444]

This was a purchase that I bought as a father's day/ birthday present for my son-in-law, who I love very much. I have not drank any liquors, let alone bourbons, since I was a teen in the late 70's early 80's. Bad experiences as a teen ruined my attempts at trying anything even closely related. I decides to try this and couldn't believe the flavors I was getting from this. And the finish was great. As a noob, I can't pick up on all the aspects that you all notice but because of Baker's I have a newfound appreciation for well crafted bourbons and have since bought Four Roses Small Batch, Wild Turkey Rare Breed and Russell's 7 yr Single Barrel. Guess I'm hooked. Got the last bottle of Baker's for my son-in-law and haven't been able to find it. I would like to compare now that I have tried others.

[@TheMashandDrum]

That's s great story Chris. Bourbons definitely have a way of drawing you in. Baker's single barrels like most single barrel offerings can vary. If you have trouble finding the baker's than give knob Creek single barrel a try. Also from Jim beam...9 years old and about 45 bucks. An absolute value.

[@BenDrenkin]

Might need to revisit this review/comparison between KC single barrel and Baker’s since the price points are now closer. At least in my area. My recent Baker’s is aged 8 years 11 months and is quite good

[@RustyShakleford01]

KC Single Barrel is 54 dollars now at my local store. Still worth it, not the great deal it used to be.

[@IndyGuy65]

I did not recognize the new bottle last time I was in the store and walked right past a bottle of Bakers. For my money Knob Creek 120 at $40 and Old Forester 1920 at $50 are just as good.

[@Robo0595]

I don't think anything at all beats OF1920 in its price bracket.

[@PvPDeathKnight]

Personally prefer the 1910, but that's just me.

[@zbabyg6998]

I want to live in your state! Both are 60 minimum here

[@IndyGuy65]

@@zbabyg6998 Prices have gone up in a year. OF 1920 $53 or$60, Bakers $58 or $63, Knob Creek SBR 120 $62! Inflation!!

[@zbabyg6998]

@@IndyGuy65 so sorry for your loss of quality whiskey at affordable prices. I will keep your wallet in my prayers 🙏

[@piotrswieboda5344]

If you had a choice between Bakers 7 year old that was actually 8 year 9 months old or would you purchase bookers of any kind for a little more because I love bookers and I dont want to waist money , TY

[@TheMashandDrum]

8/10 times I would go for the older Bakers. But if the Bookers Batch you're looking at is either Country Ham or Sip Awhile, I would take those Bookers batches over the bakers.

[@piotrswieboda5344]

@@TheMashandDrum Ty I was able to locate and purchase sip Awhile 2017 04 batch . I also have 2016-04 / 2016-02 /ty ty for the info

[@nickp5511]

Great review! I picked this up about a month ago and it seem hot and not that flavorful. Went back to it again and it’s awesome from start to the finish! Really liking it!

[@davidschweibold256]

In the bourbon world where a lot of questionable new offerings are coming out from both major distillers and crap (craft) distillers in this price range and higher, this is a really solid option and I really enjoy mine. The one I have is 8 years 6 months old.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah I think the price when compared to other options can be a bit high but when you find that really good barrel or store pick, it can be worth it.

[@boy531]

My local store had this sitting on shelves for months. I went back several times and swear I saw the same barrel number on bottles just sitting there collecting dust. Then last week, they slashed prices from 60 to 44$ and people started picking some up, including me. But the manager told me, even at 44$ it’s still not fly off the shelves

[@challenja]

Because before 2019.. Bakers was always priced under $50 a bottle.

[@ctGONZOles]

Great review once again. I've been waiting for someone to compare these two. I appreciate how you throw in the side by side element at the tail end of most your reviews.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks man! I think these single barrels can be really special but I'm cautious unless I can taste it first. Especially at 60 bucks a pop. Cheers.

[@ranman1959]

KC Single Barrel just went up from $44 to $50 on 2/1 here in Ohio.

[@paytonwoodruff3621]

Yep, thanks stupid liquor laws in Ohio

[@lukewo5067]

Ouch I can still get for 38 bucks in vegas.

[@PEPPERJET7]

Bakers 107 is the best

[@aukemist]

Would you say at $45 it's still a try before buy? I know some places will still sell a Knob Creek single barrel for that much, aged longer too and 60%abv.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Knob Creek single barrel is a definite pickup at 45 bucks. Bakers is coming in at 60 now. Bakers depending on the barrel is a try before you buy IMO

[@aukemist]

@@TheMashandDrum Knob it is then

[@BigRigWaveChaser]

I have an 8yr 7month and it’s really good, lots of dark fruit and a good balance between oak, peanut and barrel char

[@ThreeToesofFury]

i just tried my first bottle of Bakers 7 and im reallly enjoying it. I like the age, taste, and proof. My bottle is just shy of 8 years. My only challenge is the price...i think at $45 this would be a "always have on hand" but at $60 its a "work into the rotation", especially as the Knob 12 is at the same price point from the same distillery and i think i like it a tad more.

[@alexmil002]

You know, this is a great channel.

[@Sound_Groove_of_America]

Agreed. I was a hater at first but this guy kinda grows on you lol

[@zanderwow]

Never got a chance to try the small batch so I thought I had missed my chance. Just found a dusty bottle of it for $49 bucks. Jumped on it quick! The new bottle definitely looks more "premium". If I can find a bottle of it, we'll do a comparison as well! Thanks for the review Jason! Love ya man!

[@WhiskyJason1]

Thanks Jason!

[@Caliban_80]

Just had the new single barrel last night and it hit me right in my sweet spot. Great stuff

[@robinsharkey6658]

I always liked the original Bakers 107. The 13 year single barrel was 184$CAD in Ontario Canada. The LCBO released all of them unannounced at one location in central Toronto. Preventing all the rest of Ontario from getting a bottle. I wasn't about to get one at that price without trying it but I love the fact that our BS liquor board just fucks us left and right. It's such a great province :)

[@LTandDS]

I never tried the small batch but I love the single barrel. $90 here in Canada. A bit pricey but I think worth it. I definitely prefer it to the Knob Creek. I taste caramel, cinnamon, nuts, a little charred oak and a bit of a floral note. Ends with bit of heat in a nice way and flavour lingers. Really like it.

[@brianw1480]

Enjoying my bottle. Picked up around $50

[@TheMashandDrum]

Nice. Like this way better at 50!

[@SentMyOwnWay]

For the algorithm! Great reviews as always. Love to see the growth.

[@timporter2850]

Locally for me it runs low $60’s, however I can get it online out of state, shipped for the low $40’s. At that price I’m a big fan. Get a lot of crisp notes and a good NCF character( not sure if it is NCF).

[@TheMashandDrum]

At 40 I like it alot. I've recently tried some older ones near 9 years old that were way better than the one I had. I think some of these have the potential to be really good.

[@bradleylee8650]

I picked a bottle up a little before New Years. My bottle is 8years and 6 months. I really enjoy it! Sad to say not to many points left in it tho! I do think I’ll pick another one up in the future!

[@TheMashandDrum]

Ive heard some of these are good and I think thats what will keep people buying it. Finding a great single barrel that has special attributes is part of the fun.

[@MrDankstar]

Just picked up a bottle of this, 7 yrs 3 mos, def interested in popping it open. The Beam Small Batch labels are some of my favorites. Really want to compare this to the bottle of single barrel Knob I've been sipping on. Also most stores in my area still have the small batch on the shelves so i can still pick either or. Great review!

[@fosmith61]

I've always thought Baker's was good but overpriced, which is why I've never bought more than two bottles. I would buy Knob Creek Single Barrel for less $ over this any day.

[@andrewnesbitt2523]

I just picked some up for the first time after not being able to find it on the shelf for months. The version I got is 8 years, 9 months, but this review is still spot on. Good, but not great for the price (paid $57 locally). I think it tastes very similar to the standard 100 proof Knob Creek but is nearly double the price. And something like Rare Breed is definitely superior and costs about $10-$12 less. Just my two cents! And either way, fun to at least have a bottle in the collection.

[@timgargis7565]

Great review. I completely agree with your assessment. Cheers!

[@MiguelTorres-hg1kn]

Cheers! Thanks for the review. I enjoy the Knob Creek much more.

[@jasoncoates1835]

8y 6mo on the one I've seen locally. Respectable.

[@WhiskeyQuests]

Pros and cons. I tried the Small Batch for the first time just as the single barrel got announced 🤦‍♂️. I liked the price for the Small Batch and loved the flavors. I’m hoping I enjoy the Single Barrel just as much. Cheers man 🥃

[@kane6106]

Purchased one recently. It was definitely nothing special in my bottle. For the price I paid there were a lot of other bourbons I'd rather have. Its like any other SB, you roll the dice, sometimes you win and sometimes you lose. It sure sucks when you lose for that price though.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yes and that was my whole point. For 60, not knowing how good that single barrel is a roll of the dice. But when that one special single barrel is available, it will be fun to hunt down if it's worth it.

[@billslone242]

I've really been enjoying this one. Mine is the 8 year 6 month that's been seen quite a bit. Carmel cinnamon and big juicy red fruit with a hint of nuttiness. It's not winning any awards but for the Jim Beam line I love this adds a nice variety.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah that's what I mean when you find that one great bottle it could be something special

[@PatriotMango]

it's worth 15 dollars less

[@TheElectronCloud]

Great video. As a Beam distillery fan I’ll have to pick this up and blind it against KC and BKRS.

[@TheMashandDrum]

I think some of these single barrels can be really good. It's just a matter of getting the right one. Cheers.

[@mikesnook6210]

Great review Jason! Glad I can find that hear. The 2 bottles I picked up were 8 year 6 months and 8 year 9 months. Both are fantastic pours, lots of cherry, vanilla, great nuttiness and slight char... cheers 🥃

[@TheMashandDrum]

Nice man...yours have some good age on it. I think when we find that great single barrel, it will be an easy pickup.

[@TheWhiskyExplorer]

Thanks J! This is too much 🤑 imho. I can still get the old bottling and I think I might have to snap it up!

[@yellowman617]

i found this today for 50

[@MichaelPeterson-ix4sh]

Hey Jason, I just popped my first bottle of Baker's 7 Single Barrel and tasted along with your review. You were pretty much spot on. I understand that since it's a single barrel the taste may vary some, but the cherry and oak flavor of my bottle was on par with your review. I'm enjoying your views so far. Keep it going and cheers!

[@MarkO-ni3qc]

Ditto! That first sip was knock down cherry and char. oak. I scored tonight around $69.99. I also get what your saying about KC SB @ 120 proof being a little cheaper. This was a hard bottle for me to find but I think it's solid. I'm enjoying your channel!

[@josiahquincy2744]

This is superlative ... 2 million barrels in storage .. in beam I trust

[@TheMashandDrum]

I've already tried some higher aged bakers that were way better than the one I had.

[@josiahquincy2744]

Bakers 13 year old.... Maybe someday

[@WhiskeyStraightAl]

Great review Jason. I'm hoping this new bottle finds its way over here asap. I'm a big fan of Baker's and it'd be interesting to compare with the original. Cheers.

[@biguy525]

I actually had the last of a bottle of small batch last night. The bottle was a disappointment from first drink to the last. I would not buy any of the small batch again. There are to many other bourbon 's out there for the same money or less that are better.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah I think the small batch was a love it or hate it bourbon. Especially being sandwiched in between the others in the small batch lineup.

[@ryanparker4775]

I seen some 8 year 11 month oldest so far

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah I already heard some 9 year have hit as well.

[@TheLanceFrazier]

You talk too much. This was a 2-minute video stretched out till Tuesday. BTW, I'm on my second bottle of the new Baker's 7 (8yr8mo). I paid $42 for the first and $48 for the second. For that price, I'll continue to buy... but not worth >$50.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah I do. I like to break down flavors and experience and give history. It's more to me than this is good and this is bad.

[@lukewo5067]

@@TheMashandDrum i appreciate the extra info and the show in general. Ur in Columbus? Go bucks. Ex- ohioian here

[@daverymaszewski3302]

C Lance Frazier $70 here in Wisconsin

[@TheLanceFrazier]

@@daverymaszewski3302 I can't post the pic, but I just paid $48.99 ea. at CVS in Ashland, KY.

[@jamesmolleur2196]

And your ignorant, maybe you should go else where for videos.