Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey | The Whiskey Dictionary

[@jrh80]

The label is crooked because Tom worked for a bottling company that deducted skewed labels from their pay. When he created his own, he decided that he would be a rebel and make all labels skewed, so he had this designed.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Josh Rich i didnt run acriss that story in my research. I like his style

[@jrh80]

The Whiskey Dic Me too. The story was told at the distillery.

[@yolosubmarine]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary FYI as of this date, i'm a huge fan of bulleit and all the labels are askew here in Perth Western Australia

[@englishgent3857]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary it's same in the UK too

[@aapanchev]

Too in Russia

[@mdschm]

I like Bulleit on the rocks. I call it a “Ricochet”

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Thats pretty clever

[@jasonharper3334]

I’m stealing that - awesome name 🥃

[@prestonm.4874]

now banned in california and new york!

[@motog4-75]

@@prestonm.4874 Seriously?

[@SHADY.45]

If a bullet can penetrate a skull I’m pretty sure it could penetrate a rock . Unless your shooting a BB gun ain’t no bullet “richocheting off no rock or rocks .

[@jshicke]

My Physical Therapist and I made a deal. She likes bourbon so I said if she gets me walking like a normal person again after my knee injury, and I'd buy her a bottle of her favorite bourbon. This was what she wanted. I bought two; one for her, and one for me. She has almost earned her bottle.... and I am half way thru mine. I love the spicyness of this drink, some citrus, sweetness, and oakness. I think this may become my new standard.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

That's awesome news that you're almost back to normal. Keep at it! I know physical therapy can be painful and hard, but it's great that you're keeping at it.

[@robertshay9235]

I’ve bought, opened and tried Bulleit for the 1st time today. I’m new to bourbon/whiskey so drinking this was nothing like I’ve had to date. This is the highest rye I’ve had to date.

[@Sheilawisz]

Bulleit Bourbon is selling great here in Mexico, and the label is crooked too, I love that label style! The Bulleit is excellent, no other word to describe it! Go and get a Bulleit now!

[@matthewbutler7321]

I'm holding a bottle of Bulleit bourbon in Australia and I can tell you the label here is also askew.

[@DCORx]

Same with the Canadian bottles

[@motog4-75]

You all just drunk too much 😜

[@bseries8826]

I drink straight out from the bottle. 💪

[@Jay-fz7kf]

Bro I’m doing the same thing my first time lol

[@aaronsmith9173]

I completely agree with you, I get a little black pepper & pipe tobacco (english blend almost latakia) on the finish but the rye definitely plays a solid roll in it. *referring to the original*

[@HDitzzDH]

Even though taste is completely subjective, if there's anything that almost anyone who has tried Bulleit can agree on is the spiciness/black pepper note. I had a hard time choosing by first bourbon (the only American whiskey I have tried is Jack) today, it was between Evan Williams Extra Aged, Bulleit Bourbon or Maker's Mark, I went with the Bulleit and I'm not disappointed, very good stuff.

[@2putt4sure85]

Neat - The orange notes are predominate in the smell, very strong to my nose I could only pick up the notes from a distance. Upon taste I get sweetness followed by a strong peppery spice that goes away and the sweet orange taste returns on the finish. With water it opened up the orange to a more fruity flavor. On the rocks it really mellowed out and toned down the spices.

[@ralphstewart4025]

Your stories are a great bit of Americana, I bet if you compiled them in a book, you'd have a best seller...just saying...

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

That's a fun idea :)

[@timn6484]

New to whiskey here. From the three or so bourbons I've tried, I've got to say I really enjoyed this one. Definitely going to try some of the other ones that bulleit offers.

[@liam3044]

These bottles always seemed like they were designed for pockets, and if I'm carrying a bottle somewhere with no bag this is generally my whiskey of choice.

[@erickort1987]

im drinking Bulleit bourbon now...CHEERS!!!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Cheers!

[@erickort1987]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary great channel you have,Pendleton whiskey is my number 1 favorate,its pricey at the bar but its worth it,great taste.

[@knmsondre]

In Norway the label is skewed, and the bottle have a cork as well!

[@doloinc]

Make a whiskey sour as a night cap. Started with a cheap bourbon and it was pretty horrendous. Bought a 350mL sampler of Bulleit to experiment with in my whiskey sour and WOW... Unbelievable difference. Totally smooth going down, no bite, mellow buzz (I think the cheaper stuff has a bunch of grain alcohol in it). This is definitely my go to for now.

[@jameslyons6655]

doloinc 100%. Whiskey sour with this is sublime.

[@acelee632]

just picked up a bottle and the first thing off the nose was gingerbread man. Christmas spices are off the charts.

[@sadersports1027]

You missed the part about Bulleit selling the brand to Diageo who now sources bourbon from Four Roses.

[@JasonDebly]

Correct!

[@englishgent3857]

So its different whiskey

[@Aus10McNeal]

I heard they diageo paid for a bulleit distillery where they now distill their own bourbon since 2016.

[@seanpatterson186]

Bulliet is so nice it's much better then JD not sickly as sweet due to the rye flavour its spicy warm and a nice late night supper on ice

[@darthrevan6]

Here in Quebec we only have the Bulleit Bourbon. It's disappointing that we don't have 10 year or Rye version of it. But among the bourbons I've tried, it's 1 of my favorites. Better than Buffalo Trace imo

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

I agree. It's a pretty solid bourbon. Don't worry, the 10 year isn't that great. The rye on the other hand is awesome

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Hugo nice! Have you tried the rye?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Hugo very yes

[@chrisb48907]

buffalo trace is way better than the bulleit...jus my opinion..

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Chris Beaton I'd put them side by side for different reasons, buy the price point on BT would put it over the top for me

[@montello33]

I tried this in Vegas a few months ago for the first time. It was really really smooth Kentucky whiskey for sure.

[@frenchfriedwacko194]

my first bottle of bourbon was this exact one. now, since it is a bit hard finding american bourbon (that's actually bourbon, not some fake european wiskey pretending to be one) I haven't had much to compar eit with but it is definately one I keep coming back to! also, on the flavours and the aromas-I definately agree with smelling oriange, but I get a hint of caramel and tobacco in it and fresh tobacco for a pipe was one of my first thoughts opening a bottle of this boy! thanbks for doing reviews, I like your videos sir have a good day ;)

[@ClaudeDiamond]

Bulleit is easy drinking and a reasonable price for the quality.

[@randyschgmail]

Does anyone save their empty bottles? Well, one of each is all. I think the variety and style and differences is just so cool. Though the empties probably take up space that could be better used by not-empties!

[@davidparis7890]

I get the typical caramel most bourbons have but surprisingly I also get a hint of chocolate which was unexpected

[@treeoflibertydefense8612]

You had me at “an axe, their family, and a barrel of bourbon”

[@benwatson7756]

I really love Woodford Reserve. It is definitely my favourite so far and a rare treat. I've just purchased my first bottle Bulleit because I've been wanting to try it for a while. Do you think it is better than the Woodford. It's my birthday in just over a week and I'm saving it for then. Love the channel. Keep up the good work. 👍🏻

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Happy birthday

[@motog4-75]

I really like the Woodford reserve too. Way way better than JD or JB. How did you compare the bulleit to the Woodford reserve?

[@Nightingale1887]

Went to the local shop for a rye after listening a little too much to Don Mclean's American Pie, but the shop didn't have much of any rye in stock at all and I just went for the Bulleit purely based on looks. Funnily enough I still kinda ended up with what I went for. Also, the label is askew over here too, here being The Netherlands. And... It's imported from the UK as said on the bottle by sticker. It's a different kind of whiskey surely. I like it.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Drove my Chevy to the levy but the levy was dry

[@georgiebungle2252]

I live in the uk and that bottle is exactly the same including the wonky label.

[@Sector001ked]

I tried Bulliet (a 50 ml bottle) for the first time, tonight. I agree the color does look "thin" when compared to many other bourbons. I also noticed a strong rye presence. I'm trying not to be judgmental as to this being distilled in Indiana, for I do like its unique look, nose, and taste. I do not think it is worth the asking price however.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Sector 001 I agree. The price is higher than I'd like to pay for it

[@thatguy_apu]

What are you american folks paying for it? It's 20€ online (which is like 7€ more than Jack Daniels in Supermarkets, and in my opinion Bulleit is definitely better than any kind of Jack) and 30€ at the only supermarket that sells it here in Austria. I'd say it's definitely worth 20€, but 30€ also seems much.

[@Sector001ked]

There's nothing 'frontier' about this bourbon. With this said, it is a very tasty bourbon; just needs to be less costly.

[@Sector001ked]

Too much www.abcfws.com/product/Bulleit-Bourbon-Frontier-Small-Batch-10Y/4709.uts?keyword=Bulliet%20bourbon

[@DeadRunner27]

I just bought a 750 ml bottle for $32 dollars us

[@TheGhs1]

Will probably get shot down here but if you gradually add tsp’s of water the flavours really come out and smoothes right up ,

[@germannava8580]

This stuff has me picking fights with anyone and anything lol

[@cdot2four]

What'd you just say to me? 😀

[@theheebs100]

had a double on the rocks tonight. man did I enjoy that.

[@neillabendia]

I tried this with coke. And it taste the same with JD with coke but better.

[@chesucat]

I couldn't taste the spiciness of the rye, but I guess I eat to much curry and other spices, so my pallet has been dulled. I guess I could water it down because I like anesthetized my gums by swirling it around my mouth.

[@anitatoke3381]

I find when you hold it in your hand for a few minutes and it warms up it has a caramel-maple smell.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

I took care of that idio

[@ajanitau3405]

Good review on Bulleit! I've been sniffing and trying to get the major smell, but couldn't until you mentioned "orange". Then, I couldn't miss the orange tones! Delicious! I didn't get the leather taste, but a strong orange taste, a distinctive "bite" and velvety texture. Thanks for your help! I'd like to try the Rye one, but I'll definitely buy this again!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

The rye one is a great starter for getting into ryes :) enjoy!

[@drax14QC]

First Bourbon I bought! Really enjoying it so far and the bottle is definitely awesome

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

I agree, the bottle is pretty nice. It's a bit plain, but still nice.

[@drax14QC]

The Whiskey Dictionary yeah! Well they were aiming for a simple classic look I think. For me it works at least :D

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Absolutely does

[@joshmontes3439]

So I picked up a bottle of this and I’m not quite sure what to make of it. I know that there’s a very big rye percentage in this but I can’t compare it to other rye whiskies since I haven’t tried any others. How you compare this to say Woodford Rye or Sazarac Rye? I do enjoy this whiskey a lot though I just haven’t made up my mind up about it.

[@TheNamesDust]

Josh Montes uhhh from what ive hear those ryes are pretty mild. Hell as a rye this bourbon if pretty mild. It really depends on your taste. If you want super sweet bourbons, go with makers mark or george dickel no. 12, which still has some rye but only a hint. If you like that heat and that spice to it like i do, bulleit rye or knob creek rye are the way to go.

[@keepitsimple693]

You didn't mention the flavor but I always tasted cherry...is that weird?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+KIS STRENGTH Not at all in a bourbon. It's very common. Nice job!

[@Flokkypoo]

I definitely got the body, and spice in the taste from your comments while doing it with the vid. Picked up the orange in the nose after tasting it a couple times I don't know if I was smelling too deep in the glass? On a side note could you do a video on food pairings (is that a thing like with wine?) or if you cleanse your pallet? I was also having a hard time picking up the leather in the nose. Are there ways to pick these things out? I'm not entirely sure what oak is supposed to smell like. Thank you in advance, and my apologies for the inquisition!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Flokkypoo Your questions are great! Food parings are tough with much other than bourbon. The subtlety of scotch goes away pretty quick and eating will only dilute your taste more. As for how to taste certain things, check out my two videos on nosing and tasting. It may help.

[@AnonYmous-jp8uu]

it was a change from my usuals, but definitely awesome in certain drinks

[@cloudsombrero]

The first bourbon I had when I turned 21

[@boru-cnc]

In UK label is exactly the same, not horizontal. And the bottle have a cork like a wine not a plastic nut :) cheers!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Boru Boru interesting and surprising

[@thatguy_apu]

Same goes for Austria, we also get the skewed label and a cork, but the cork is kinda weird. If you look at the cross-section of the cork and envision it like a 'T', the stem is cork, but the horizontal bar is plastic.

[@Onlinesully]

you seem to enjoy your presentations and whiskeys. and seems unlikely that you have any overuse problem. that's great and very glad for you. it didn't work out that way for me.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Sorry to hear that, but glad you figured yourself out and presumably stopped?

[@Onlinesully]

The Whiskey Dictionary Hi How much whisky do you consume each week do you think ? Watched a few more videos. Enjoyable stuff.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Depends on the week. When i film I often take one or two sips on camera, when I'm "researching" I may have a couple glasses. All in all... maybe i drink 5 whiskies a week

[@Onlinesully]

The Whiskey Dictionary Lucky to be able do that

[@erickort1987]

sir,you whats cool for some brewerys or distillerys..they use glacier water...PURE,thats on my bucket list to drink glacier water..virgin water

[@kenny629]

Label is askew here in Australia too 👍

[@kevinallardyce]

The label is askew in Canada too

[@skippy8696]

One of your comments (I think about syrup?) reminded me of something I've been meaning to ask: why don't any of the good whisk[e]y channels review those honey flavoured whiskey-based liqueurs? That'd be entertaining, just to see what you guys think. I've never actually tried one but I'm thinking I might give Wild Turkey's offering a shot? There's something about that bottle...it's like it's begging me to drink it lol. Usually I don't like anything too sweet but bourbon is generally sweet anyway and they must be popular for a reason. They're about 35% ABV but then again, so is Jager and I fucking love Jager but it's more like a special occasion drink rather than something I reach for often.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

The most likely reason (at least the reason for me) is that it's not technically "Whiskey". I've had a few distilleries contact me asking me to review their whiskey, then they talk to me about flavored whiskey... which by definition, isn't a whiskey. If I were to review something like Fireball, I'd get a bit of a backlash from people who love GOOD bourbon and scotch. That all being said? You should ABSOLUTELY buy that bottle if it speaks to you. They're not very expensive, so it's a small risk! Enjoy!

[@skippy8696]

I understand where you're coming from. I didn't mean that these liqueurs would become frequent features with detailed reviews on every bottle, God no... but more like one or two simply addressing the topic - you could joke about or maybe you might like one, who knows. Just curious what the seasoned pros actually think. I see them in the store, think for a brief second and then I'm like, 'nah' and reach for a regular whiskey. I might try a mini just so I don't get stuck with a big bottle I can't stand. When they first got big in Australia I thought they were gimmicky but they're real popular, so I doubt they're going anywhere any time soon either. And naturally you could explain that they're not technically whiskies and the vid is just for kicks/curiosity but seeing as most of the big bourbon brands have their version of one, I would think they'd be [sorta] relevant? Idk, maybe it's just me. Thanks for the reply!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

You may want to pay attention to the channel around April 1st :)

[@barrygiddey9139]

Very nice drop Bill 🥃

[@lorenwegele7517]

I'm behind watching this review, but I thought I'd watch it while tasting the same thing. I know my nose and palate aren't trained yet. My first impression was grain dust and peach on the nose. After watching this review I picked up the orange on the nose, but I still smell peaches. I'm not finding the leather notes. On the taste I'm still getting some peach/nectarine notes, maybe a hint of orange. Am I out of whack?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Never out of whack. Your notes are your own. If you want to taste the leather, let it sit for a while first

[@MikeTyson_II]

Just picked up a bottle today, definitely spicy,. must be the rye, good review though. I think I'll drop a cube in it to chill out flava. Cheers.

[@slothyone]

Great video! Is it good for old fashions?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Absolutely! Any bourbon is, but you may very well see this used in many bars

[@Penguun]

I'm picking up some tangy orange, a light vanilla, some wood, a hint of char, and some tobacco on the back end of it. but I'm also picking up a pretty heavy sweet flavor and cannot figure out what it is. does anyone know what this is?

[@johnnydickfingers5277]

That pretty heavy sweet flavour would be the lead that's put in your pencil once you drink a full bottle in 2 glasses my friend. Go big or goooo.... shhhhow me the wayyyy do goo hommmmmmme haha

[@Wyttt95]

Ive started getting into bourbon but still haven’t decided on a go to brand. I don’t want to spend a extreme amount on a bottle but I want something a little nicer then Jim beam, I was thinking of comparing Bulleit, wild turkey 101 , and makers mark. Any suggestions ?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Wyatt Torix Those are great suggestions. Avoid the bulleit 10 year. Four Roses is a GREAT addition to your list as well

[@jakeboss6342]

i'm curious, I've seen a video about how they might have lied about where the Bulleit Bourbon is distilled at, it says Kentucky on the label, but in the video they said there's no record of any distillery with that name in Kentucky, so what i'm curious about is, does that turn people off from buying Bulleit? if they know that, i'm also not saying from that other video is true or not, i have no idea either way, I'd like your thoughts? thank you, I enjoy drinking Bulleit Frontier, I haven't tried the others, because I like this one

[@jonramstead3051]

Jake Boss I saw that video too, definitely strange, but it makes sense if that is true, since this seems to be a very 'history driven market' but who knows man, I'm not saying I agree with them making up history, if that is the case

[@Grant-vk6zo]

This is "Sourced" whiskey! This is made by someone else and put in their bottles with a BS story.

[@tombrown1898]

@@Grant-vk6zo The generally accepted story is that for a number years, Bulleit was distilled and aged by Midwest Grain Products in Aurora, Indiana, up by Cincinnati. Makes sense, because it takes 4 years to have a product to sell. Bulleit now has its own Distillery. MGP is the source for a lot of whiskeys.

[@pumbhausa5906]

Does anyone get a hint of crispy green apple?

[@Aus10McNeal]

Should try their 12 year aged bourbon it has a black label. Also all the bottles I've come across here in California have a cork. In fact all bourbon brands I've tried have corks.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Black label is 12 year? I've seen a 12 year rye with a green label and a black label barrel strength.

[@Aus10McNeal]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary huh the green label as far as I know isn't the 12 year at least out here in California. I'm almost positive the black label is the 12 year the 12 itself is orange. Perhaps they've changed it over the years I don't know. I was at my local liquor store last Friday and saw the black label. Either way great video. I love bulleit bourbon!

[@TheNamesDust]

I get a lot of orangey citrus up front, almost like... not the peel or the juice but the flesh left behind after you juice an orange. Then it goes to a peppery spiciness with a little caramel in the transition with a bit vanilla on the end, though the spice is still there too like vanilla with a hint of cinnamon. With the scent its definately a lot of orange, a little oak but i actually smelled a bit of definate ginger in with the spice.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

I like it. Nice notes!

[@terdff57]

Liked this bourbon but slightly too spicy for my taste. Any suggestions on what to try next?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Try makers or weller. Something wheated

[@aikidragonpiper71]

Good stuff !!! My bottle of Bulliet Bourbon has a plastic top cork not a screw on cap.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

This video is about 3 years old. It's possible they altered the packaging

[@aikidragonpiper71]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary Improved their bottle design or maybe bottles are different in my area. I almost hate to throw the bottle away when I'm through drinking it. Such a cool bottle that looks like it came out of the old west ,but the old bottles were probably brown ,maybe some were clear. I bet there are whiskey bottle collectors out there.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

There definitely are. Some of the old Johnnie Walker bottles look pretty cool

[@aikidragonpiper71]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary Isn't Jack Daniels Old No 7 almost the same design or very similar to there original bottle design?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

It's very close now yes

[@spudgunn8695]

Sorry mate, but I live in the UK, and of the five empty bottles in the recycling bin and the half full bottle in the drinks cabinet, I can assure you that EVERY single one of them has a wonky label. We do, however, get corks in the bottles rather than screw caps!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

It's very possible things have changed since that video released. It was a few years ago :)

[@spudgunn8695]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary been drinking the stuff for seven years, and the label has always been pissed....or is that me!😉

[@anthonypeltier4039]

Definitely spicy, no orange for me though. Not a lot anyways but there is a twinge I guess I can concede is orange, strange drink for me. My love is lagavulin.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

That's a great dram for sure. One I need to cover soon!

[@brandonmuir8973]

Label is angled here in canada :)

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

That's interesting. Hey, I have a question for you. What's your favorite Canadian Whisky?

[@adrianbrun5229]

@@TheWhiskeyDictionary buddy ignored you but il tell you one of the finer Canadian Whiskies for the Price is actually CC 12 year. Beats Crown & Forty Creek by Miles..

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

I'll need to try it

[@joey1142]

if someone who likes a sweet bourbon whats the best options under 30$

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

That's a tough question. Check out my beginner bourbon video and see if any of those appeal to you.

[@duramax2079]

I'm in Canada and the sticker is tilted

[@MrPsmooth]

Yeah taste good and doing what supposed to do

[@domj6655]

as you were saying annoying to spill i spilled some all over the place haha

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Hah!

[@D5quared91]

You’re a good looking guy, kind of like a hot Anton Levay.

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Well thank you very much

[@juliencapolupo4680]

Whats is that glass? Great video!! Which bourbon would you recommend Bulleit frontier Maker's mark 1792 Knob creek NAS Woodford reserve Thanks a lot!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Julien Capolupo depends of you've ever bad any of those options. I personally love WR,

[@RideKernow82]

I'm in the UK and the label is a little crooked as well, also its corked, not screw top.

[@chrisb48907]

i picked up a bottle...first taste...not a fan ...but will give a second go ...

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Chris Beaton Bummer. I'd hate to think I steered you wrong. What do you typically like?

[@chrisb48907]

i like knob creek 9 year old and buffalo trace...but i have only tried a few..i am still just getting into it..lol i have 2 bookers now..but havent cracked those..2014 nad 2016 that i asked you bout one time..my friend bought me the 2014...for driving him to and from work for a year..nice guy eh?..

[@caccadu12]

I just got one bottle myself. I live in Germany and the label is also not straight

[@matthews95_]

I bought this stuff a while ago and honestly I used it on my fire, it’s way too much for me lol

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Bet it made a good FWOOSH

[@matthews95_]

The Whiskey Dictionary lol yeah most expensive fire starter I’ve used

[@matt4240]

to me bulleit rye is so much better than the bourbon

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

+Matt William without a doubt!

[@jaywalker8309]

bulleit whiskey is made by four rose

[@HughRogers609]

Yeah, Aus gets straight labels and 40% whiskey

[@jademers88]

anyone else drinking this shit and super fucked up on it and watching somebody for random information on it and watching it and going wtf?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Hah! I get comments like this from time to time. Thanks for watching, and I hope your head feels ok this morning

[@danielyruby8696]

I'm here in Colombia and the labels on all the bottles were coming off, bottles full of dust ..

[@englishgent3857]

That's not true about the label here in the UK the lalabel is on an angle

[@Gia_P.]

U voice . Ur face. Ur um, ahhs... 😐

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Yea. This is a really old video.

[@larissaio]

This is my birthday gift from my girlfriend

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Enjoy it!