CROWD-PLEASER whiskeys that make you a legend. (according to whisk(e)y lovers)

Which bottles will make you the hero at your next gathering? Here's the 10 best whiskeys to grab for noobs and nerds alike - according to hundreds of whiskey lovers.
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[@bobberino98]

Had a visit to my girlfriend's relatives in KC, turns out her uncle REALLY likes bourbon. I used all the training I learned from Rex, and managed to mooch myself some Blantons, Eagle Rare, 1792 Full Proof, and Weller 107. It was a good night.

[@Jackisaboss1208]

Dude I just did basically the same thing!

[@bobdylanlovr69]

So jealous

[@thejkyle]

Stellar mooching my man!

[@navynugget7]

Those are all great bourbons.

[@BRC_311]

Aside from how much I love these guys and Whisky already/ This is honestly the only KZbin channel the genuinely is creative and inventive with it's Sponsor/Ad spots and you actually want to watch them because they're entertaining.

[@nadesicond4018]

"Where do you go, Briana?!"......"The Store!" Lol Briana is great

[@xplorojoe2396]

Brought WT101 to the party before a wedding and everyone was excited! The new bottles are much more elegant and it was delicious. Definitely my go to crowd pleaser

[@mattalward3777]

Gotta disagree about the new bottle. It looks minimal and childish to me.

[@kevinstarski1598]

I will split the difference between these 2 responses. I like the bottle, wasn't crazy about the new flavor.

[@randywhite6468]

I absolutely LOVE the new flavor myself. Bottle is fine, I could careless what it comes in. I'm paying for a great bourbon....WT 101 delivers.

[@kevinstarski1598]

@@randywhite6468 Maybe i got spoiled. My last 6 bottles were Rare Breed.... :-)

[@adrianpalmer777]

@@kevinstarski1598 he. H

[@1926jqg]

Can confirm. I had some people over for drinks, pulled out the Highland Park 12. Almost the whole bottle got drank, definitely a crowd pleaser

[@fdmmoens]

That was some sort of reversed mooching Daniel pulled on Rex with the RB12 😆😂

[@kylesalyer8572]

I'd like to see you guys do a video that shows high, mid and low end scotches and their bourbon and Irish equivalents based on price points...be interested to see what you guys choose

[@farmerchris]

Yeah I’d love to know what is the Wild Turkey 101 of scotch.

[@treymurrell6489]

Did you really just say “bourbon equivalent to Scotch?????” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 high end scotches are single malts, meaning distilled and bottled at a single distillery using a mash made up entirely of malted barley. Bourbon has to be at least 51% corn. Most bourbons are around 75% corn. Some are as low as 60 while others are as high as 80-84. Apples and oranges there buddy.

[@thebangkokconnection4080]

Try Ballentine Scotch, low price with complex flavor, not like tasteless Cuty Shark

[@andyleary2727]

Balvenie 12 double wood is another crowd pleaser I have found.

[@lauriedepaurie]

Green spot, to me, is the whiskey preventing me from becoming a snob. 40% abv, coloured, filtered, NAS, mass produced. It really, in nerdyness, loses out on 90% of my whisk(e)ys. But I still enjoy it, so freaking much. Theres a complexity and depth to it that matches a lot of my favorites. Heck, it IS one of my favorites.

[@SeveruSniper]

Thats JW black label to me. It's even a blended but... It's cheap and I still love it. It brings me back to earth.

[@ahpadt]

For me the appeal is the lighter notes that I havent witnessed in any other whisky ever. Would be even better at 46%, NFC and natural colour as you say tho.

[@Shane-un8pe]

Green Spot is amazing. It blew me away when I first tasted it. It's so light and fresh that it reminded me more of wine than whiskey.

[@danjennings5068]

That really is the crux, and why I have a really hard time spending more than maybe $60 on a bottle. There are SO MANY great options at that point and below that anything over that seems pointless.

[@BradGarner]

Jameson Stout Edition is my guilty pleasure. That is my go to when I just want a damn good whiskey and don't want to think about it too much.

[@Gherbert1348]

I think 101 at #1 makes a lot of sense. It might be the perfect balance of everything, taste and price.

[@brandymarino4791]

I'm pretty newbish, and my favorite bourbon so far is Four Roses Small Batch.

[@lukebentley9993]

Funnily enough, I did a tour of Woodford and a few other distilleries a couple of years ago. None of the "whiskey noobs" in my group were finishing their samples (more for me!) The one exception that day was Woodford Double Oaked.

[@gareth630]

Please note lads on the Isle of Mull there are Sea Eagles and Golden Eagles and Tobermory distillery does not use then in the 12 year old Single malt or in any of the Ledaig malts ;-) All the best from a Brit fan.

[@richna9568]

I love how Rex always challenges Daniels comments for us that don't know what he is actually trying to say. It's what makes them the perfect pair. And Brianna and we have reached the holy trinity of whiskey reviews shows. Thanks so much for your enthusiasm and effort units it take to make the content!

[@southpawlibranine3511]

Brianna is annoying asf

[@paulb2399]

I'm always surprised to see Eagle Rare as the go to 10 year offering for episodes like this. I love ER10, it's one of my favorite dense, oak forward bourbons and at MSRP is a great value. BUT Russell's Reserve 10 Year OR Knob Creek 9 Year are nearly as good and vastly more available.

[@squireson]

Knob creek 9 would thread the needle beautifully in ER10's spot ... _Also_ , Naked Grouse could hold Monkey Shoulder's place and _not_ present that malt funkiness/must. Just sayin' ...

[@davidf3974]

Knobb creek 9 is a go to favorite

[@spud1300]

Totally agree, there is always a bottle of Russell’s on standby, one of the best at it’s price for sure.

[@kirbyculp3449]

Unless it has changed, the three bottles of ER that I have had were thin and hot.

[@kylephelps7817]

I would go farther to argue knob creeb 9yr is even better. At that 100 proof that punch delivers with that classic nutty beam flavor

[@Username-xd3qx]

Lagavulin 16, Talisker 10, Ardbeg Ugideil, Laphroaig Cardias, Octomore, Longrow Peated, Springbank 12, Bunnahabin 12 Sherry, Glenlevit Nadurra Oloroso, Glenfiddich 12, Macallan 12 Sherry, anything from Bruichladdich. If this is a party I'm gonna attend, there's gotta be a bigger attraction than just small talk with people I don't already know.

[@kenniclown3103]

While I love those whiskies I wouldn't say they are for the n00bs...

[@duffman9908]

That is a damn fine list. I think I would have taken Makers 46 off and put Elijah Craig in there instead. But I may be a bit biased as that is my ol' tried and true bourbon.

[@bubdrum]

I wouldve taken off monkey shoulder myself

[@upinair4990]

@@bubdrum jw black > monkey shoulder

[@ryanbrown1181]

@@bubdrum agree there ha!

[@xiamengbaby]

Elijah Craig over Buffalo Trace. I might leave the Makers if only as a representative of wheated bourbon.

[@jonathanbargmann6391]

I am continually searching for new and tasty whiskey expressions and recently, I tried Four roses small batch select and was very pleased. I have had everything on your list and enjoy them, however I believe the addition of a four roses expression would be very welcome amongst this list!!

[@mamuka1977]

Great list great review as usual, I'm glad to see people having fun with the stuff. The red breast is definitely crowd pleaser, personally I love it but I love green spot tiny bit more. 101 is underrated beautiful bourbon everyone should try. Personally I would add Deanston 12 , Glen Scotia Victoriana and Edradure Caledonia 12. List is great all of them deserving. Thank you MB

[@nicholaswhite3434]

Love the woodford double oaked as a whiskey noob! Going higher in proof actually gave me way more flavor than I usually find in the 40 proof whiskeys I tend to buy, while being surprisingly easy to drink. Love the videos!

[@baymuscle97]

I was so pleased (and not so surprised) to see Wild Turkey 101 at the top of the list! It is my current bourbon fave for it's balance, price point and high alcohol value. I also love the fact that I can go to nearly any liquor store here in my city (San Francisco) and can purchase it. Long time whiskey fan and I want to thank you for producing such entertaining and informative videos. I am now appreciating whisky in such a different way and even turning my vodka-loving wife into more of a whiskey fan.

[@titelcat]

I watched one of these "list" videos" and it featured the actual list to refer to. THat's a great idea!

[@dawsonfields5661]

Compass Box: Great King Artist’s Blend is a blended scotch I bring to whisky nights. It’s

[@jaydub2971]

Compass Box has several outstanding entries, IMO

[@wonderbread1966]

Really enjoying the Woodford and the moment, it's a damn good Bourbon. Also really like the Highland park 12, love the complexity that the peetness brings to the pallet. Also enjoy the 101 but think I enjoy the first two better myself.

[@davidowen2834]

Don’t get many bourbons here in Europe but I do enjoy wild turkey 101, four roses single barrel and bakers seven, especially for the prices. Got a wild turkey rare breed for my birthday, its still closed but I’m looking forward to opening it (at some point ), good video. Slàinte to you both.

[@edwardwilcox6606]

Nice vid guys, was hoping 101 was No1 as for me it`s the best value bourbon on the market, it also has the best finish of any bottles in your list, that spicy finale is awesome. Redbreast is terrific, very balanced & also refined with lots going on, a very close 2nd! Thanks guy, always interesting content.

[@ghw7192]

WT 101 was a grandfather's fave and he got me hooked, but Evan Williams Bottled in Bond is a very close 2nd and both are always available. I live in western NC and liquor stores are not on every corner, so availability is a huge factor.

[@jungofett]

While I do agree WT101 is amazing and one of my favorites I do feel it's abit to strong if I was going to give a friend a neat try for the first time. I personally prefer Buffalo Trace and feel it's more friendly. I can't say it's very hyped in my area but the bottle is locked and needs to be opened at counter and I got the last one. But I can't say it's never been on the shelf when I have looked.

[@BrutusMaximusAurelius]

The woodford reserved double oaked is one of my favorite bourbons, and used to be quite easy to buy here in the Netherlands. But lately not so much. Good to see I have almost every whisky on this list, angels envy is impossible to get.

[@mikeyaustin7526]

I love the double oaked, so good!

[@andrewlanier3423]

Oh no did Daniel just say BT is $40 in Texas??? 😭 It's still $24 in Colorado!

[@thomasmorrow8629]

Fairly new to drinking whiskeys, That said... I went to Costco and picked up a one liter bottle of Kirkland bottled in Bond Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey100 proof. And I have to say that I really like the nose, taste and finish of this Whiskey. As a bonus you can get this for $25 for a liter.

[@modarkthemauler]

Black Bottle. It has enough smoke to be interesting but not so much that you can smell it from the other side of the room, a friendly amount.

[@UJSupanova]

For me the current Black Bottle doesn't have any smoke at all, it's all vegetal and ashy but no real smoke

[@modarkthemauler]

@@UJSupanova You know what, you're right. Poured a dram and I can't find the smoke. I can swear the last time I had it, it had a light layer of "bonfire smoke on clothes the next day"

[@lilinguhongo2621]

take a look at peated Connemara or Tomintoul peaty tang. Smoke used as a spice, not a main dish...

[@UJSupanova]

@@modarkthemauler Same, it used to be quite smokey but they've clearly changed it.

[@newfie252]

Another great video gentleman. WT101 is the greatest single bottle of bourbon in the universe :P . Approachable but has depth. Inexpensive, tastes amazing on the surface but still complex after many samplings. Cocktailable. The GOAT!

[@nicksinderson3302]

I am now a bourbon nerd! I haven't bought a bottle of WT101 in years (too thin, not viscous enough and too young says l) excuse me while l pour a little ECBP in my glen carin.

[@ChasHawk3]

@@nicksinderson3302 agreed...I've never been a WT101 fan.

[@maxharter5716]

I'm not a fan of bourbons with high rye content. Bulleit and 101 make me gag.

[@thebangkokconnection4080]

For people who generally dont drink whiskey I keep Ballentine Scotch on hand. Reasonably priced, floral, easy to drink and a damn good buzz.

[@evanlitchfield4621]

Buffalo Trace really depends on where you live, Southern California can buy it at CVS, Walgreens, some Targets, and of course any grocery store/bevmo/totalwine. S0 a $25-$30 and its... probably across the street from where you are. It's my favorite.

[@smb3518]

Weird. I live in Germany and can order Buffalo Trace on Amazon for +/- 18€ whenever.

[@bimscutney1242]

Try getting BT in a liquor store in PA. You have to be in the right spot at the right time. And forget Eagle Rare. Haven’t seen that in ages. I don’t seek it out but if for some reason I see some I’ll pick up a bottle.

[@Qub3rs]

I have had all of these and they are great. I currently have half of this list at home as part of my sippin' whiskey.

[@b16crxt]

Recently bought Jameson Stout Edition and I'd say it can please both sides.

[@InvictusRed1911]

Right in time for Saturday afternoon shopping!! Thanks, Tribe!

[@hlittle16]

Sipping on a Buffalo Trace while watching this. Crazy to see the hype behind it in the US considering it's available in pretty much every bottleshop everywhere here in Australia for $55AUD ($40USD). Remembering that alcohol taxes here have a 700mL bottle of Smirnoff going for only $15 less than that..

[@dubltap7216]

I LOVE Buffalo Trace. It's my go to when I can find it. One liquor store in my area carries it and all the others say they cannot get it. The one that carries it has no limit and it is $27. Green spot is my go to Irish whiskey and Highland Park 12 is my go to scotch.

[@evmantheawesome]

Evan Williams is something I'd add to the list - their standard offering black label, Bottled in Bond white label, and Small Batch 1783 are all good contenders imo, but the BiB is probably the one I'd serve to the crowd. ...although me being cheap, and finding EW to be my favorite pick at a low price point, might be a contributing factor to my decision -

[@addigray4340]

Gotta say, Pendleton Midnight is my go to for Canadian whiskey. I do like the original Pendleton but the Midnight is more complex and richer in my opinion. Added bonus is that it started out as a local brand.

[@DemonKingNemo]

I buy Buffalo Trace all the time, but I never knew it was a high demand whiskey lol. I bought it on a whim last year and loved it. Though it's been a while, as I found I actually prefer Rye over bourbon

[@jasonanderson8102]

For the money, WT101 is the best tasting, most versatile, balanced, CONSISTENT whiskey on the planet. Nothing else comes close at $20 range I can find it at and I’m not sure anything comes close at $40 either.

[@Royahmar]

RareBreed at $40 wil compete with WT101. but I love the WT101 and always have a bottle at hand.

[@rubbaslippaz]

Old granddad 114

[@cajunrando2556]

@@rubbaslippaz exactly

[@hulkslayer626]

Even though I have all of these, i still want to go to this party! lol

[@randyevartsjr4729]

Being an Irish whiskey guy I would be very happy to find Red Breast and Green Spot at the party. A Bushmills single malt 10 year would be very welcome too. Yeah buddy.....

[@gblowe62]

My favorite whiskey was Seagrams Seven.... Then you turned me onto BUFFALO TRACE. OMG. $23.88 @ walmart in Davenport IA. Your review was spot on for a Bourbon noob like me. Many thanks for not being snobbery and letting a common guy like me venture into the light of knowledge.

[@johnnycampbell3422]

Can't say WT101 is my favorite, but it is still my go-to for the price point. Rare breed probly is as it is my "always buy", but there are a lot of fine whiskeys in the $50+ range and I want to try them all.

[@davidgalindo629]

Old Forester 86 is my old faithful I always seem to come back to it and enjoy every sip not the most complex for nerds but they have the 1920 which I feel can deliver but the 86 all around good drinker

[@_emh]

Solid list, per usual, gents. I would take Makers 46 out and replace it with Knob Creek 100 proof and be very happy with the list. Cheers.

[@roughinitoutdoors1]

fun story: I enjoy blind taste experiments with friends and my modest whiskey collection (about 20) And the absolute number one blind taste test favorite among all of my friends who are very new to whiskey is a dirt cheap $14ish bottle of bird dog whiskey (not the flavored variety) and to be honest, if you ignore the lackluster price tag... its a decent whiskey

[@bropitt]

Bird Dog is my go to budget whiskey, like the flavored also

[@estock15]

Not surprised WT 101 made it to the top, it's my absolute favorite as well as all of WT's offerings. If I haven't had it in a while and I come back to it, I'm like damn that's just good whiskey!

[@Aqvavitae]

Who else is tuning in for some vicarious Tribe action after not getting to the this weekend’s Ball? Have a great one you Magnificent Bastards and I’ll see you when your borders open to dangerous Scots once more! 🥰

[@theinnuminati]

Cheers, MB! 🥃

[@Watchman999]

Roy I am with you. You should do a live tomorrow (Sunday) so we can all cry on each other's monkey shoulders.

[@Watchman999]

Guys I do like the Monkey Shoulder but I did a tasting of Naked Grouse recently and it was better in my opinion. Plus it is cheaper than MS AND it is 43% ABV.

[@erikevenson4303]

you know me too well Roy; sipping on a Deanston because i miss the Scotsman

[@Aqvavitae]

@@Watchman999 hoping to do exactly that - but hold back on the crying part! If it works out I’ll see you there! 🥃

[@kevinneimeyer9514]

I agree with your assessment of Buffalo Trace. Damn good bourbon for it’s price, if it’s available for your region. But it’s not something you should obsess over getting. There are plenty of equivalent options available in your area.

[@hailsland]

Also with Buffalo Trace you're getting something that has a similar profile to Weller SR, and vicariously Antique 107 though SR, that is reasonably priced and accessible (i.e is actually available on the shelf).

[@derekalexander7034]

so glad to see WR doubled oaked it’s my favorite bourbon of all time

[@richardpancake1487]

Awesome seeing WT 101 at number 1, been my favorite for over 30 years.

[@aaroncampbell113]

I like how I have Buffalo Trace, Angel's Envy and Redbreast 12 on hand, recently ran out of Woodford double oaked and Highland Park 12 (think I prefer the 10, maybe my memory is messing with me). And Ardbeg 10... New comer to the channel, so nice to know I'm on the right track.

[@brandoncaruso9276]

I just bought a bottle of wild turkey 101 yesterday because of how many times it shows up on the channel. Plus holds up amazingly in a old fashioned.

[@FaceIntoKeyboard]

I did the same, once upon a time. It's been one of my favorite go-to bottles; cheap, available, good neat, or in a cocktail. Yeah, Rare Breed and Russel's are better neat, but 101 is just a trusty multi-tool.

[@brandoncaruso9276]

@@Vortex1988 It's definitely on my list

[@jarrusjenkins]

I bought wild Turkey 101 last weekend after never having wild Turkey at all reasonable price for such a high proof and it tastes amazing

[@leeknowlton7303]

I'm bringing the Stranahan's Blue peak. Friendly and exotic for $40.

[@mannypuerta5086]

Not a whiskey expert, but Bulleit Rye is one of my favorites for sipping or Manhattans. Character like an IPA vs a Coors or Bud Lite.

[@brunot4655]

Great list guys. 2 of my favorite on that list Green Spot and Red Breast.

[@chrispowell6673]

Buffalo Trace, eagle rare and 101 are on my bar. I do enjoy wild turkey longbranch, and Chattanooga whiskey cask and solara barrel are my go to, since I'm from Chattanooga, TN. They also have beer barrel finished from barrels from the local Chattanooga breweries. All of which are fantastic

[@ericviera5120]

I'm relatively new to the whisky scene but really enjoy Tom's Town Double Oaked Bourbon. I would replace Makers 46 with it. I'm from KC so it's easy for me to get, but I really enjoy the taste of it.

[@Itorogai]

I always try to get my hands on a Balvenie double wood for mixed groups. Perhaps my fav whisky, its interesting its wonderfull its not to hard love it

[@dannythompson3256]

Jimmy and Eddie Russell do it right. It would be awesome of you could get one or both of them as a special guest. Or maybe a roadtrip to see them in Lawrenceburg, KY. Jimmy is a true legend and a great guy.

[@devincarter801]

Try the Dalwhinnie 15. I love it and another great one to try is Glenfiddich 12, 14, 18 and 20. All truly great Scotches.

[@vexusmalius9381]

Old Granddad 114 and the BIB are two of my absolute favorites.

[@cajunrando2556]

Because you are a gentleman and a scholar.

[@hugowiese1157]

Green Spot is just a classic Irish Whiskey, full of flavor. I just love Irish Whiskey, but I must say the Highland Viking Honor 12 year is one of the best Whisky's I have ever tasted in South Africa

[@PhinClio]

In this category, most Compass Box bottlings would do wonderfully (I'm especially partial to Spice Tree). Also: less well known, but good bang for the buck Highland whiskies like Deanston 12 and Speysides like Glenallachie.

[@robertmason2311]

Took a few friends to The Whisky Show in London a few weeks ago, went straight to the Compass Box stand first 👍

[@simonfowler8991]

Buffalo Trace is an odd thing for me. At first I thought it was cheap and nasty bargain basement shite, but after a few goes at it, all several months apart, it’s grown on me. I actually quite like it now. Still, smoky whiskies are my go to!

[@PseudoReality28]

Great choices. I'd say Glenmorangie belongs here as well. It's the Scotch that got me into whisky.

[@ericellis2729]

I used to be all about Old Forester 100/Signature. Annnnnd then I tried Wild Turkey 101. Don't get me wrong, OF100 is still a damn good pour, but WT101 just hits different. I recently picked up a Maker's 101 and that is also a freaking tasty pour as well.

[@BradWilson1969]

I think that Buffalo Trace might be both the most n00b friendly (for tasting) and the most nerd focused (for purchasing). At least where I'm at in central FL, it's very difficult to find anything from their distillery, so to buy it you have to already know about it, be willing to ask for it, and possibly go to several stores, just to find a $20-25 bottle. I haven't seen it on a shelf around here in at least 3 years.

[@adamlavalley2536]

Singleton 12yr! I'm calling it the best entry level single malt scotch for taste and price.

[@residentgood8605]

You guys are very entertaining and I've learned quite a bit about whiskey since watching your videos, but I'm afraid I may always remain a newb, since I prefer whiskey in a cocktail rather than by itself. I never could pick out different scents in the nose or different flavors in the taste, even with wine, in which I've had more experience. I prefer sour flavors over every other taste. I haven't heard of any whiskey that was distinctly sour (and not in a bad way, like rotten). I love sour beers and sour flavored cocktails.

[@benfranklin3638]

Where I live you can occasionally get Wild Turkey 101 on sale for $19 and change...that makes it a screaming good deal. I always buy a few extra bottles to tuck away.

[@AllenM.Ponsen]

JB Black at $17 is my go to as a crowd pleaser bourbon and a good change up to WT101

[@Tinman3187]

This could double as a list of whiskies that make great gifts. I would be very happy to receive any of these.

[@jamesbrownjr.5074]

Y'all hit all my favorites! Love it!

[@michaelpacini1332]

WT101 is good but I like Rare Breed more. Thanks for the list.

[@joelwatts7698]

The Red Breast portion of this video made me seek out the Cask Strength. I have a new favorite Irish! Thank you! I do like the Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, but for my palate, the Old Forester 1910 "Old Fine" is a much better double-oaked option. It's weird how subjective taste can be; I've never cared for Eagle Rare or Maker's 46.

[@tsubakichan]

Having only tried Buffalo Trace & Eagle Rare, BT Distillery may just not be my thing. I much prefer Knob Creek, Elijah Craig or Wild Turkey at the affordable end. I love Redbreast 12, and plan to pick up RB12CS in the next few weeks! (OF1910 is in my cellar waiting to be opened...)

[@theinnuminati]

I needed this, MBs. Cheers!!! 🥃

[@jtf2dan]

Black Art, Ardbeg Uigeadail, Lagavulin 16, Laphroaig Lore, Ardbeg Corryvreckan, Port Charlotte 10, Laphroaig Quarter Cask, Lagavulin Distillers Select, Octomore (any), and Springbank 15. You could substitute Talisker 10 and Ledaig 10 for any of the above if they are not available. Then people would know you loved them.

[@MrDariomag327]

True. However the tribe has too many americans who love the bourbon swill too much. Not easy to teach someone to appreciate the finer things in life. But hey, more for us. :)

[@jtf2dan]

@@brianboru8858 YES on the lagavulin 8 and any Springbank!....never had the Bladnoch yet....

[@jtf2dan]

@@MrDariomag327 shhhhhh...they might find out and buy it all! LOL

[@karl_alan]

I was just drinking eagle rare this week. Not too bad to find in my region for about 30 bucks. The one I had was a barrel pick from my local store.

[@jonfelker2075]

ER for 30 bones? Where where where?

[@karl_alan]

@@jonfelker2075 Oregon. All liquor is state price controlled, so you get everything for MSRP, with rotating sale pricing. ER is always 30, Buffalo Trace is always on the shelves in the low 20s, Rare Breed is always like 40-45 depending on if it is on sale.

[@robertlandrum]

Wild Turkey Rare Breed was my goto for a long time before it dried up. Splash of water and it's perfection.

[@tannerhutton5888]

I knew the 101 would be top of the list. It's so much whiskey for the money.

[@sinocte]

For me, when I want a noob friendly scotch, my thoughts always run to The Balvenie 12 Doublewood. That's the only one I can think of that I would have added to this list.

[@Brian-ch6hg]

Same here Doug. I enjoy a lot of different whiskies but that one is still a favorite.

[@jconcoffee]

was thinking exactly the same. No way would I offer Highland Park to a noob.

[@jconcoffee]

saying that, my wife- who doesn't drink whisky- surprised me by preferring Laphroaig 10 over all the other whiskies I've made her try, inc Balvenie. Respect to her! haha

[@edwalker7986]

Just hauled Jameson's to a Halloween party knowing there would be no whiskey and that others would appreciate something more than sangria. Wishing I had gone with Wild Turkey 101 for both the flavors and the octane! Went with the Uber-accessible over quality. There will be added time in Purgatory for sure. Damn.

[@mexibilly75]

Any thoughts on George Remus? It's been climbing my charts as affordable and an easy drinker with sweetness the same as Trace...

[@ericaltenburg]

BT by me is only $32 and we can usually get as many bottles as we want. Many, many people take advantage of that lol

[@emanuelhernandez9481]

OMG... I have every one of those in my collection for my non-bourbon friends. I love that WT-101 was on top of the list... My face is the WR double oak..

[@mattbishop6184]

Four Roses Single Barrel delivers. I'd say 50/50 for noobs and nerds.

[@unclesquatch7934]

For Irish whiskey, I highly recommend Tyrconnel. Buy a bottle of their standard Irish whiskey, and prepare to love it

[@PinkyPowers]

In my collection, I always have two bottles of Wild Turkey 101 and Buffalo Trace; the bottle I'm drinking from, and the backup. The moment I finish one, I make sure to buy another. Nothing would be worse than running out of either of these. Fortunately, in Kansas City, they are both quite affordable. WT 101 = $18.95-$21.99 BT = $23.99-$26.95

[@zachohmie1262]

You're lucky you can even get BT. I have had exactly one bottle. After that I have not seen one since. That was two years ago. Luckily there are many other just as good or better options for the same price.

[@Punkologist]

@@zachohmie1262 amazing, its very easy to get here in Australia

[@riverwalker2173]

@@zachohmie1262 I'm in the same BT quandary in my area. It's very hit or miss here.

[@jasonwest9425]

Wild Turkey 101 is the only bourbon one needs.

[@cajunrando2556]

Meh. Too much peanuts. Too low of a proof.

[@jasonwest9425]

@@cajunrando2556 Rare Breed is fine for those who want higher proof.

[@Sirg17x]

Catching up on some Whiskey Tribe tonight. I have been missing my Tribe Bois! + Brianna and Emma! It’s also been a minute since I’ve gotten a chance to sit down and enjoy a good pour. Cheers!

[@vlad3060]

If Green Spot ever comes out with a high proof/cask strength option, I'd lose my mind.

[@livetroy]

Have you tried Yellow Spot?

[@mhedden033]

Blue spot is cask strength

[@scott91575]

@@mhedden033 and it should be noted there is some blue spot in green spot. Blue is 7 years old, but green lost its 10 year old age statement because they started having to use the 7 year old casks in the green (mind you this is from memory so if I am wrong please correct me). So blue cask strength is going to be as close to a green cask strength as you are going to get right now.

[@scott91575]

@@livetroy Yellow is going to be a slightly different animal. Higher alcohol but not cask strength. Aged for 12 years while green is now a mix (7 and 10 I believe). Certainly worth a shot but I wouldn't say it's cask strength green.

[@vlad3060]

@@mhedden033 Good to know. Hopefully it keeps the same flavor profile. Will have to pick up a bottle in short order.

[@adamlong5753]

Two of my go-tos, that weren't listed, are Old Forester 100 proof and Mitcher's American.