Bourbon Hunting in NYC is EASY (But Not For the Reasons You Think)

Get ready for an exhilarating urban adventure as we embark on a bourbon-hunting expedition right in the heart of New York City's iconic Times Square area! Join us as we navigate the bustling streets and vibrant atmosphere of one of the world's most famous destinations in search of hidden bourbon treasures. With the city's energy as our backdrop, this bourbon-hunting escapade promises excitement, surprises, and unforgettable finds. Whether you're a seasoned bourbon enthusiast or simply intrigued by the thrill of the hunt, this video offers a unique glimpse into the dynamic world of whiskey in the Big Apple. Don't miss out on the adventure - like, comment, and subscribe to join us on more epic whiskey hunts in unexpected places!
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Chapters:
00:00 Times Square Wine & Liquor - New York, NY
05:14 Athens Liquors - New York, NY
06:03 Cambridge Liquors - New York, NY
08:23 Ninth Liquors - New York, NY
11:02 John’s Pizzeria - New York, NY
13:21 Ready Wine & Spirits - New York, NY
14:35 Shon 45 Wine & Spirits - New York, NY
16:53 Westerly Wine & Spirits - New York, NY
18:36 Vino Fine Wine & Spirits - New York, NY
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[@Rverma30]

Dont stay in times square, dont eat in times square, dont shop in times square. Spend 4-5 hours there and go somewhere else.

[@rrkaminski9]

4 to 5 hours??? There's not that much in the M&M's Store haha

[@Aldodelara]

4-5 hours? More like 1 hour max

[@Okai.Colton]

Then spend 4-5 hours doing what?

[@randolruiz9937]

Brooklyn for bottle hunting has been good for me and the food is always 🔥 Pick up a 107 Wellers for $49 I could not believe it. Have not seen a bottle here in Texas for over a year now

[@itachi7243456]

Why would you spend any time there??????

[@zachclark7378]

No better way to start a friday morning than a brewzle video

[@davespratt1882]

It's half 4 in the afternoon here in the UK, and in Newcastle where I am, it;s hosing it down has been since last night, it's cold, miserble and getting dark, the only plus point is that in 30 mins I'll be clocking off and looking forward to a chill weekend and the superbowl on sunday night.

[@justinkaiser4109]

I highly recommend hanging in the East Village next time you're in NYC - better food, prices, and liquor stores. You can probably do even better in the boroughs but it's an easy train ride from Grand Central

[@raymonddurkin]

I love that you call out their silly prices, in front of them, and online. I saw an Old Fitz for 1.5k the other day, give me a break.

[@plaguepandemic5651]

For real, the sad part is that these secondary prices exist because people actually pay them. Owner of my local liquor store said whenever he gets Blanton's, a $50 bottle, he sells it for about $200 and it never lasts more than a day on the shelf. Is Blanton's good? Probably, I don't know, cause I'm never going to pay $200 for a bottle of it, but I imagine it tastes like $50 whiskey if that's what Buffalo Trace says it's worth🤷‍♀

[@nickmarshall8436]

Super useful video for us Europeans who are far more likely to end up in NY than say Alabama or Georgia. Thanks!

[@shakibali5766]

If you’re ever in nyc East village(lower East Manhattan) is best for the bar scene, there’s literally hundreds of them there varying in price and theme Astoria and jackson heights in queens for food from everywhere in the world without breaking the bank See Times Square if you must but don’t waste too much time there, the magic of ny doesn’t exist there I’d also recommend walking along the entirety of the Hudson River or a large portion of it in Manhattan. Extremely beautiful views with much to do along the river. There’s a riverside mini golf course and sand volleyball pit around tribeca, free kayaking at 55th street, a lighthouse by the George Washington bridge, and more. If weed is your thing it’s legal in nyc and practically every smoke shop(aren’t hard to find anywhere in the city) sells good quality flower and prerolls

[@nyreperez]

Next time you are in NYC go hunting at - Astor Wines, 111 Lex Liquors and Wine, WinesToGo Wine & Spirits, Morton Williams Wine & Spirits, Wine Wisdom.

[@fazzinaw11]

Astor Wines is such a good spot.

[@javakidnyc1]

Warehouse on Broadway near Astor is a good spot too. Astor is the best.

[@douglascarver1371]

The commitment for content is appreciated brewzle and Mrs brewzle

[@donmaduro5262]

Glad you found John's Pizza......that is the spot

[@iowahawk10]

thee best and the owner is fantastic

[@RossMalagarie]

Is that John's Pizza on Bleckers? EL Prez swears its the best pizza he has ever ate.

[@patrickorr6466]

People forget that these places are going to sell for what they can get for them. There are a lot of businessmen that fly in and want to impress their clients so spending x5 or x10 MSRP is 100% worth it for them.

[@MrShreddykruger]

It’s business baby

[@tatemariano6209]

Guys looking a little cold out there 😂. Brings back Memories though I lived in NYC, from the late 80s, into early 90s. Love the Channel keep it up 🥃

[@shadow5115]

John's Pizza is a great stop for pizza in Time Square. Finger Lakes Distilling/McKenzie is a great choice. Their barrel pick is great, my local club has done 3 picks with them and all have been great.

[@chetz4d]

Great video. Looking forward to seeing where you hunt in San Jose, as I'm in the area. I haven't had much luck here, so wishing you will find those hidden gems.

[@dustinbosse233]

Glad your visiting us in NYC, cheapest place for blantons in the city is Costco at 120. If you want good prices. Go to leaky barrel in Brooklyn

[@jziemann]

We go to NYC a couple times a year (quick flight from chicago). The last time we were there, I checked out that Times Square Wine & Liqours. I was blown away by the prices, and that's comparing them to Chicago. I know you love Bourbon County Stout, in the West Village is Carmine St. Beers, bookmark it to check it out sometime.

[@bluemoontiki]

Thank you… that was so much fun !

[@TheBudmann00]

Absolutely love your videos. Good to see someone from AL getting after it. Shout out from Odenville AL!

[@DirtyHairy01]

Great video as always!

[@nickmerkerson5401]

Hunting in my hood. Hope you had a great time. Lots of stores to work your way through. You got to hit Queens and Brooklyn to get winners.

[@sharky049]

Thank you for the experience.

[@chadvavra]

NY local here. Great Jones is really good, but if you are in the city go and get it from them direct. They have a distillery. $200 is what distributors are telling NY shops to sell Blantons at (So I’m told) Get yourself some Beacon whiskey. It’s local and really good. The beaverkill bourbon crème is amazing. Kings County is nice but not fantastic. Midwinters night dram is $150 at the distillery

[@Urban-Explorer365]

Nice tour and Bourbon Hunting episode, I’ve enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing! My favorite pizza place in Manhattan is Lazzara's Pizza Cafe!

[@matthewklos7184]

For NYC bourbon I like Van Brunt whiskey distilled in Brooklyn, their campfire is👌for NY State whiskey I like Taconic or Hill Rock. Taconic has some nice special stuff at their distillery I recommend taking a ride there

[@bicycler4life]

Patsy's on 1st Ave and 117th Street. Great spot for a pie!

[@bigpandasmith4483]

Loved the video!

[@BeachSandBourbon]

Love all of your videos. Some really nice Museums!

[@lekcom62]

love it thankyou from western Australia

[@lukeellis7732]

I. Finally, I got my hands on blantons! So happy. Now it's time to see all the hype about the bottle.

[@johnf.kennedy5454]

Jill looks sooooo happy....

[@JamesSmith-js2ce]

Great Video as usual……..looking for those rare Springbank would defo break your Budget…..good Scotch, different but not everybody’s taste. Expect with a little mark up to pay 250 for anything cask strength but super mark up double that is probably the norm……18,21,25,30 will all be marked up as super limited batch bottles every year. My best bet is a local barley, yellow label, probably around 200 if you find one……ore if you’re lucky enough a Hazleburn from the same distillery as that doesn’t have any peat at all, plus it’s triple distilled. Still enjoying you from Scotland and keep up the good work…. You’re an inspiration!!

[@martybarrett523]

Was in New York this year and I saw bottles I’ve never seen before and there was a reason why, their prices were higher than their sky scrapers!!! It was unbelievable!!

[@dukesilver502]

I got my eyes on a single Rickhouse at MSRP . Gem of a store . Again you should hunt in my neck of the woods .

[@jeremiahlane9585]

I would 100% recommend checking out Great Jones. They are New York locals. They contracted with a distillery in upstate New York before opening their distillery and tasting room in Manhattan. Their Four Grain is a distillery exclusive and one of my favorite purchases from my trip to NY. Love the content, can’t wait to see your next hunt!

[@gregsanchez414]

My wife and I were up there in June. Had pizza at Slice of New York on 8th, it’s good pizza, can’t speak for if it’s the best. Right by our hotel Riu Plaza Times Square. We will definitely stay there any other trips we make.

[@BeardMan01]

I'm in SC and I have two bottles of Kings County Bottled in Bond on my shelf. I really really love it. I also have a bottle of Kings Code, but that's a different story.

[@davidalexander3452]

Next time you are in NYC see Sean at 58th street wine 120 W 58th St, New York, NY 10019, USA

[@TheATLScotty]

Great video, like the city vibe

[@joeld9706]

Love you guys Super incredible channel

[@genoortega4686]

Always enjoy your videos happy hunting! 🥃🤘🏼

[@MasterAnything]

Missed out on that Beaverkill Bourbon Cream!! Super local upstate New York, surprised they carry it there as just a year or two ago I could only get it upstate.

[@tombrennessel3485]

TJ, Jill, the McKenzie bourbon you should have tried is their bottle and bonded. Come to upstate NY! There is many distilleries from Syracuse to Rochester to Buffalo you should try. Iron Smoke and Black Button in Rochester ate my favorites! McKenzie in the finger lakes is a great distillery also

[@deankruse4491]

Great video. Really looking forward to the SJ bourbon hunt.

[@mfriede100]

For pizza, Rubirosa is amazing! Reservations recommended though if you want to eat at a normal time. Tried once before a show and the wait was 3 hours

[@officialspaceefrain]

Helluva video! Thanks for coming to our city. Would’ve killed to meet you guys. Have a good one.

[@moonbaseryan]

Shoulda gone to John's of Bleeker Street, the Mt. Olympus of Pizza.. everyone knows the rules.

[@manuelbelliard4135]

Hey TJ! Happy to see you out in about in NYC! I have few spots I’d like to recommend as a local. In upper Manhattan I say PJ wine and liquor/ CYP Liquors. In Brooklyn Dukes Liquor Box or Eight and Driggs wine and liquor. Queens- Lowry wine and liquor/ adega wine & liquors. And finally the Bronx is Broadway liquor and wine and Riverdale liquors. These are spread out but you’ll find something you’ll like. Happy Hunting!

[@speakeasygrillandchill]

Really enjoying your content and learning a lot about bourbon.

[@AmishFury]

I've been to Finger Lakes Distillery several times. They have a BiB of that McKenzie bourbon. Their Rye is good. It's an Empire Rye 80% NY local rye and 20% malted barley. I love it in an Old Fashion. Almost tastes like a smoked OF, w/o actually smoking it. Plus the rye spice.

[@dramandrive]

johns time square is incredible pizza great stop and the fried mozzarella is incredible!

[@michaelrodgers940]

Another great video. Next time y’all are in the NE come up and visit VT, it’s a Beautiful state and all liquor is sold at msrp

[@mplayne]

Kings county bar is a great place to visit when on a NY vacation. I plan to do tour next time I go.

[@je1822]

Union Trail is a release from Bourbon Enthusiast. He runs a private barrel club. I believe its MPG juice, and very nice.

[@bobsommer1958]

Give Red Breast Cast Strength a try. I don’t like Irish Whiskeys much either but that one is amazing and very bourbon-like. Lots of caramel, vanilla, chocolate, spice

[@fazzinaw11]

Yeah snow hasn't been great in NYC the last few years haha. Awesome to see y'all in my city! Definitely check out areas outside of midtown next time you're here. Good distilleries in Brooklyn, too.

[@michaelwesley7482]

I can vouch for Hillrock. I've had a bottle of their stuff and thought it was amazing.

[@CPGumby]

SAN JOSE?! Woohoo! My home town! Hopefully I'll run into you when you're here!

[@MSSynsyterGates]

Great video

[@BogiesAndBourbon]

Nooooo!!! You were standing right outside of Mercato!! You should have 100% gotten lunch there, it’s by far my favorite Italian in New York.

[@ryanmiller4368]

My favorite New York pizza joint, Sbarro -Michael Scott

[@Redacted-Information]

I was waiting for this reference! Thanks

[@obageegee]

Black Button cask strength is the best! Dont pass on it!

[@gondon1w]

Fort Hamilton is a NY based distillery and their rye is super sweet and delicious even though it is zero corn

[@wallhacks5196]

Yes Fort Hamilton is very good. Picked mine up at Grape Shot Wines & Spirits in Brooklyn

[@Bigfish5404]

Barrel strength from them is great

[@joerapoza9140]

Took my Mom to NYC for her 50th Birthday. Did the Statue of Liberty and all the tourist stuff.

[@tommccafferty5591]

I’ve had a couple different bottles of 77 stuff that somebody recommended. Liked them both.

[@GIBBO4182]

I don’t even like standard Jack Daniels whiskey…but I like watching your videos!

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Awesome video

[@GrillSquad290]

I'd recommend a barrel pick from Mckenzie if you can find one, got an 8 year barrel proof that's really good, and has a bit different mash bill from their standard too

[@andresB0630]

It was briefly mentioned in the video but you have to pick up a bottle of Hillrock Estate Solera Aged Bourbon. They retail at $95-$99 but get marked up unless you go to a Total Wines. One of the best NY Bourbons I’ve had

[@rbsold]

Blecker st pizza and princes are my two favs, they’re both very different so could not choose between.

[@VINASI]

San jose, try Don's Liquor about 10 min from airport...you have to ask for the good stuff...he doesn't have it out. I was there in Oct.. prices were a little high but he was willing to negotiate 🤙...

[@allencanning448]

The finger lakes stuff is great!!!

[@geraldp3790]

I found that Northern NY is pretty good to find more selections. I was just in Syracuse a month ago

[@anthonypicciano3803]

What about more towards the border of Vermont? Vermont is great for prices but the state control limits allocated stuff. Northeast Ny! Have you been there?

[@geraldp3790]

@anthonypicciano3803 I have been to Vermont but haven't been burbon hunting then. I'm only 1 year into. I try to find places out side of PA.

[@kerrylawrence3022]

Jill's an enabler 😂

[@MRB11251]

The kings county barrel strength is 🔥🔥🔥

[@DaveBrioso]

It's been said on here but boroughs will help you avoid those price gouging. I work in midtown and even regular (non-rare/mainstream) bottles are $10-15 higher than in my neighborhood in Brooklyn.

[@raphytejadax2]

There are alot of places around the area to find the same bottles at affordable prices, wish we had connected before you came! I know some great spots

[@robjames9627]

They have super liquor depot in the Bronx , 10465. Throggs neck near the Whitestone bridge. Prices are a third of what Manhattan is.

[@Booger414]

A bit late to the game, but for next time, there is a large store called Park Avenue Liquors. No idea on pricing but they are said to have a large selection. There used to be a store called Taste of NY, that was food and liquor made in NY state, not sure if any of them are still open.

[@B0jangler]

The Dickel X Leopold is a rough pour, you did well to avoid it.

[@blitzkriegdiscord3366]

I already knew how this video was going to go down. You can find almost any bottle in NYC, rare stuff and all. The thing that stops you is price.

[@Marcnus27]

Liquor Up Wine Down on 1st Ave was always a great place buy Burbons when I lived there, and for pizza can beats Joe's Pizza (7 Carmine St)

[@peek73]

You have to come to Washington State!! Come on over to Stevenson WA to the Skunk Brothers Spirits! You're gonna love it!! I'd be happy to take time off to show you around to some local distilleries and places to find bourbon. If you needed a guide. If not, I still think you would love it up here.

[@benlunin8045]

The Hillrock rye is real nice.

[@cloudnurdz6331]

the 2 mile walk will do you some good

[@DRGN099]

While you're in California be on the lookout for Frank Agust small batch. One of the best tasting bourbons I've had at MSRP

[@gabel408]

I love all whiskey! Japanese Scotch bourbon and yes Irish! Who don’t enjoy Redbreast or some Green spot!

[@deankruse4491]

Redbreast cask strength is superb.

[@lukenucci1760]

That Bootlegger bourbon is distilled and aged by their own company. It’s called Do Good Distillery in Roscoe ny. In my opinion there is better bourbon but the owner is the absolute nicest guy and really takes pride in their company. They make other spirits also (their gin is great) They’re also the same distillery that makes the beaver kill bourbon cream that Jill picked up. The story behind the cream is great too. The owner needed gift ideas for friends during Covid since a lot of stores were closed and couldn’t get anything. So he made the bourbon cream just as a gift for someone. They loved it and said he should bottle it at his distillery. So he took their advice and ran with it. Absolutely love what do good distillery is about and will give them my money any day. Even if it’s not for their bourbon. They make other spirits that are pretty dang good

[@user-zi3zc8xq4b]

Hop on the train down to West 4th for pizza at John’s of Bleecker St. THAT is NY pizza.

[@blueswan2175]

NYC/DOA..keep up the great videos

[@kingog8552]

Can’t wait to see your Reno video. Just moved out here recently

[@Brewzle]

Hope you like it!

[@punishernation436]

Come down to Philly soon Brewzle! I’ll show you around

[@bengrimm1759]

TJ great pick up on that McKenzie , there are one of my favorite local distillers who are doining it right , they have some higher proof stuff that is really good , if your ever in the finger lakes reagion hit them up 100% worth the visit

[@pireina1]

Good Video. That is a tourist destination, of course prices are going to be stupid. Well hopefully you guys had fun. 😅

[@prnuckolls]

Very productive video, don’t expect great deals in NYC.

[@lilquigss8]

Come to Philly for some great craft bourbon whiskey!!! And then hunt in the Jersey stores

[@Sv_vic]

In the South Bay Area . San Jose , check out K and L liquor in Redwood City

[@waveoglesby2920]

You are missing the door hitting you in the back side. Looks like a museum to me!!

[@michaelbendas6960]

You’ve made it to New England!! Let me know if you decide to make your way into CT. There’s 4-5 go to places here

[@russwilson2182]

Good man, I’m not a Irish whiskey fan as well

[@TheChiefSteel]

That was a museum tour for sure.

[@BuffaloBourbonEnthusiasts]

Everyone loves McKenzie Rye. A lot of local groups have picks. King's County is delicious.

[@danielducharme466]

Brewzle come to Chicago! I’d love to show you around. Got a few honey pots