Good review. I was doing the side by side with you. The white label hands down. Not that the black label is bad, but the white label stands out. I think it due to the minimum four years aging and the proof. I think it stands up to some others costing ten or even fifteen dollars more. If you're on tight budget and don't think you can afford a slightly more expensive bourbon, think again. Not a bad option at all.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, glad to hear you did the side by side along with me. I think you and I are in the same Page and I agree with you 100% Cheers and thanks for watching and commenting.
@CellarDoorx062 жыл бұрын
Agreed!!
@bourbonbuddies8365 жыл бұрын
Dude, you killed this! I'm literally sipping some white label right now. That peanut butter note is legit. Good banger for sure. Cheers, buddy!
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Right!!...Right!!...love your review. I've got to take responsibility for the BIB from disappearing here in Houston. Can't even find a handle as of three weeks ago.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Thank you William, it's fantastic one I'll be going to far more if or when I can find it. Cheers and thanks for watching.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney if I find a couple cases or more..... I'm hoarding them. For sure send you one.
@frogvet683 ай бұрын
A case ? Wow man,i wish i had it that nice ❤.@@williamminyard5517
@Gachain4 жыл бұрын
Scott: LOVED the detailed comparison. Tonight I did a comparison of my own, EVAN WILLIAMS Bottled-In-Bond vs HEAVEN HILL 7 year old Bottled-In-Bond. Here are my Impressions: SLÁINTE Make Doing a Head to Head tonight; here are my results. I enjoy both bourbons. EVAN WILLIAMS BiB vs. HEAVEN HILL 7 yr. old BiB 5/30/20 The EVAN WILLIAMS is slightly lighter in color as would be expected from time in the barrel. They are both medium brown generally. The nose is brown sugar which follows on the palate with the addition of spiciness and a drying sense. The mouthfeel is medium The Finish is very drying with a corn sweetness in the end. The HEAVEN HILL Bottled-in-Bond is slightly darker in color and has a maltiness on the nose. It is spicy and drying on the palate with a medium mouthfeel and a mouthwatering sense in the Finish. My experience of these two sister bourbons are almost identical. This is my second sitting with both of these expressions and the first glasses were both richer with more of the classic bourbon notes. The E.W. had a brown sugar note tonight where the H.H. was malty. I did let them sit in the glass for an equal amount of time and I drank water between the glasses to cleanse my palate. I wonder if the extra expense is worth it. I like them both, but further glasses may tell the tale.
@clintlawson24554 жыл бұрын
I agree 💯 its under $20 out the door great daily sipper i drink shots slowly lol
@HaoKevinTT4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your review. I was hesitating between the Evan Williams Black and BiB 100 proof, but soon after watching your review, which is very professional and trustworthy, i decided to give BiB 100 proof a try...again thank you!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hi Hao, I think you made the right decision, for what you get whether being sipped neat or making cocktails the 100 proof BiB is the way to go hands down. Keep me posted on how you like it. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers 🥃
@HaoKevinTT4 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourneyHi there, sorry for the late reply, actually it's a little bit complicated for me to find a bottle of Evan William White Label in Vietnam (as i live in Vietnam). With that said, I am happy to let you know that I have managed to get one yesteday and have the opportunity to taste it right away! Please kindly note that I am just a normal whisky drinker, therefore my opinion is very straight forward. Let’s get into it! as for the nose matter, it smells strong and spicy, nice vanilla and wood presence, I like it! As for the taste, as I use to sip neat little by little; for me, it’s a bit spicy and aggressive for my throat, however, it is sweet, creamier and easy in my mouth and palate. Overall, I like it much! To compare, the 2 whisky that I use to drink daily so far is the Ballantine’s Finest (same price category than EW Black) and the Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (almost double price). From now on, thanks to your review and what I actually tasted, I will definitely replace the Ballantine’s Finest with the Evan Williams White Label Bottled in Bond. However, I will keep the Chivas Regal 12 which I love so much for everything: the nose, the smell, the taste, the color, the style of the bottle but not the price hahaha etc… I wish you good health and lot of pleasure to continue to help people (like me) to learn, to enjoy another kind of whisky in the world of whisky! Thank you so much again for your kindness and very professional review.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Man, you're very welcome, I'm glad you get a little something out of the videos and I can't say THANK YOU enough for watching, commenting and your support, I'm happy to answer any questions you may have in the future. I wish you and your family a Happy Holiday Season and th3 best of health. Cheers! Scott
@HaoKevinTT4 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney Thank you so much Scott ! I am looking forward to watching all your very instructive videos. Have a good day and keep good health! Cheers! Hao
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hao, I really appreciate that! Cheers and thanks for watching, commenting and your support.
@fosmith615 жыл бұрын
Great review Scott. EW Black was the first bourbon I really liked back when it had a 7 yr age statement and, up until a few years ago, was my daily drinker and cocktail bourbon. But now, I find it, as you did, just too thin and lacking it character. But, it's still way better than Jim Beam White Label, IMO. And, your assessment of EW BiB is spot on. I always have a bottle open in my bar.
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Hey Fred, thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Really appreciate your time and support. That BiB is one I'll be trying to keep on hand at all times for both sipping and cocktails. Cheers!
@ericgilbert81145 жыл бұрын
The EW BiB is a steal for sure. Cheers Scott
@kennethgibson74833 жыл бұрын
Found both of these easily where I live at(Hampton roads Va) and enjoyed them both.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Hey Kenneth, glad to hear you're enjoying both, let me know which one you prefer and why and what you're doing with each. Cheers and thanks for watching and commenting 🥃
@graycloud0574 жыл бұрын
I prefer the Bonded whisky. Has a nice rich , warm, and smoky flavor. Has a toffee and vanillin character that I enjoy.
@j.w.abbott1322 жыл бұрын
I keep a bottle BIB in my decanter for mixed drinks and for friends that come over and just prefer to get plastered. Because it's in the decanter they assume it cost more than it actually does. Keeps them happy and out of my more expensive bottles which in turn makes me happy.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like one heck of a win win, if everyone is happy, that's all that matters! Cheers 🥃
@paulsbeerreviews2 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed drinking the black label along with you. Beautifully described and now I wanna try the white label. Cheers buddy
@BoutTime734 жыл бұрын
I've found three drops of water makes the BiB even better sipper. The perfume nose and pepper note little strong for my pallet. Figure throw thoughts out for anyone who found same, either way it's hard to beat for that price for sure.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey BF, agree itsxa great pour, I'll have to give the water a try, usually I drink everything neat but I know from experience water can do some wonders in opening up a Whiskey, Cheers and thanks for watching.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Down to the drops. That's a man with pallet. It does change it. More like ..... Let's it evolve, in my opinion. Can't say enough about this Bourbon. And never to little. Cheers to you sir. BF 'Boughttime
@ThatcherChannel4 жыл бұрын
this is a true statement and drops means drops in my experience with the white label, don't overdo it!
@WhiskyNeighbour5 жыл бұрын
Great comparison. I am currently on the hunt for EW BiB. Surprisingly tough to find out here! Cheers.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
I drank it all................. I'm not sorry.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Whoops ....turns out I have a little store in Galveston that has cases and cases. Reason you ask? The owners share my opinion of EW BIB..... So they have ordered an extra case every week for the longest...... Wow I'm so lucky to remember this "Ma&Pop" store. And nobody I know seams to know where where to get it. 😳
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
It's a great bourbon, nice for sipping and for cocktails and won't break the bank. Cheers!
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Don't worry my friend I was feeling just like you but guess what it's already on the shelves again booyah!
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Egg on my face turns out it's not all gone it's back all the shells full force specs and Total Wine and some of the smaller liquor stores I go to near my job don't tell my boss that they have cases and cases booyah!
@patrickcronin98455 ай бұрын
I like both. White label for sipping and manhattans. Black label with coke and ice in the summer.
@mybourbonjourney5 ай бұрын
Pretty much nailed that! Cheers buddy 🥃
@Gachain4 жыл бұрын
Hey Scott: Enjoyed the review. Indeed I bought a 1.75 liter bottle of EVAN WILLIAMS Black label today, to use for mixing, indeed at present, I have it mixed with Apple Cider. I also enjoy the EVAN WILLIAMS BiB but my local liquor store here in Brooklyn did not have it. A store in another neighborhood stocks it, but it is a longer subway ride and during the COVID-19 situation, I am staying close to home. SLÁINTE Mike
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with the Black label for cocktails at all, I use it all the time. Cheers and I hope you and the family are healthy and staying safe. Cheers and thanks for watching and commenting.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
I hope you find the white. Good luck.
@Gachain4 жыл бұрын
@@williamminyard5517 The White Label is easy to find here and the store in Williamsburg, Brooklyn where I usually shop, has it in a liter bottle. I will pick it up at the end of the week. It is good stuff. I bought a bottle of HEAVEN HILL 7 yr. old Bottle in Bond and I am eager to compare E.W. BiB with HH BiB. It will not be a fair comparison with the difference in age, but it will be fun and interesting.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
@@Gachain willing to bet the 7 yr. BIB just had less of a bite. But I kind of like about the EW BIB.... Three drops of water- - -good to go!
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
And let me know because now my interests are raised.
@DeepDand4 жыл бұрын
I found this better than the whisky tribe's reviews...its purely about the drinks and I guess, I like it more than spending time seeing two ppl chatting around ... Thanks for the review!!!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Man, really appreciate that. Rex and Daniel do a great job too. Appreciate you checking out the review, Cheers!
@thomasgrim43254 жыл бұрын
exactly!
@Stoogeguy3 жыл бұрын
Hi Scott. I’m catching up on your videos. Fun head to head comparison! Always enjoy a good value. Evan Williams White Label is 15.99 in my area so will be picking up a bottle thanks to your review. A bottled in bond at that price seems pretty good, especially, as you mention, to use in cocktails. Thanks and keep up the reviews!
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Hey Tim, thank you very much. Man at that price thats a great especially if its a 1 liter bottle. Its just a really nice bottle for both sipping and cocktails as it holds up really well. Cheers buddy appreciate you watching, commenting and your support!
@freddym2232 жыл бұрын
i always love your reviews . i have tried to like this ew white label for the price ($16.99) . it's okay . but recently a new store opened up in town that sells "very old barton 100" for $16.99 . wow ! i am in love with this stuff for sippen neat . i cleaned off the shelf of 6 bottles twice now . it's right up there with wild turkey 101 . well . to me anyway almost . keep up the good work .
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Freddy, thanks my man, really appreciate that very much! As for the VOB, I'm a hugexfan of it as well and definitely and easy sipper and full of flavor. I know the EW White label can have a bit of a peanut note that some don't really like. At the end of the day if you've found a bourbon you really enjoy at a great price that's a win win in my book. Cheers buddy and thanks for watching, 🥃
@curanderoverde4 жыл бұрын
I've been sipping on Buffalo Trace for a few months and got some Evan Williams BiB for the first time recently...the peanut taste is very noticeable....good stuff
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Very nice, yep it's a typical profile from Heaven Hill that peanut note. Some are ok and some not. I've always enjoyed it as well. Cheers and thanks for watching.
@TheOakandSmokeWhiskeyReviews5 жыл бұрын
Great breakdown of these two whiskeys. The white label is definitely my favorite of the two. Great review Scott!! Cheers!!🥃
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
You got that right good going.
@BigGuyDave5245 жыл бұрын
Great job Scott , ive got to try the white label
@jrjimi72163 ай бұрын
White label isn't bad. For a budget bourbon I moved to "Benchmark Full Proof $23.00". I like the 125 proof and the flavors that compare to a $50 or $60 dollar bottle.
@stevecuneio24032 жыл бұрын
Good review, Scott.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve, appreciate it. Cheers 🥃
@shhhnowlisten74613 жыл бұрын
I buy the black label every other week just to poor over ice and drink. Its price is very reasonable and it has enough there to keep me happy. The white lable I pick up when I can find it. Its a bit better with more bite. You should review the new Longbranch from wild turkey. 86 proof but has a warmth that comes on subtle and lots of flavor notes. Not the best whiskey but a nice sipper. Good review thanks!
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation, have always heard good things from a lot of people thats its really easy to sip on. Cheers and thanks for watching and commenting 🥃
@joshacox31102 жыл бұрын
I usually go once a week or so and pick up the 1 liter ew black label and every time I ask myself if I should spend the extra few bucks for the bib. I really like black label and I use it daily as a cocktail. I guess I'll pick up the bib next go around. Thanks for the review man! Sub'ed.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Jish, thanks for sharing and man I don't blame you Yonex bit. You can't go wrong with the ole Black label. For me the BiB is a bit nicer if you're looking for a sipper. Cheers buddy 🥃
@MichaelDarling-m3i10 ай бұрын
Great review. White label is first class. Black label is nice in a pinch but White is beautiful.
@mybourbonjourney10 ай бұрын
Cheers 🥃
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Three people need to try white label again!
@shaunhunter74743 жыл бұрын
Black label Evan Williams is very good with PepsiCo. Green label is also good. White label is last. However you can mix PepsiCo with all.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
If that's how you would drink them and with what, absolutely nothing wrong with that. Drink what you like and however you like. Cheers and I appreciate you sharing! Cheers 🥃
@shaunhunter74743 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney Absolutely my brother. Happy Fathers Day and enjoy your Bourbon.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Same to you Shaun! Cheers brother! 🥃
@ArtVandelay-ImporterExporter4 жыл бұрын
EWBIB with one ice cube is perfection without breaking the bank. The ice melt opens it up and the proof retains much of the flavors.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey Michael love to hear that about the EWBIB for you, agree some water or a cube can really open a bourbon up at times. At the end of the day, drink it how you like it. Cheers!
@ArtVandelay-ImporterExporter4 жыл бұрын
MY BOURBON JOURNEY As someone trying to be wise with the family budget I am thankful for the EWBIB I can enjoy every evening.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
It's a great everyday bourbon and one I really enjoy as well.
@jamesejudy34 жыл бұрын
13% rye! I knew there was rye in this. Someone was arguing with me when I said that it was at least 10% rye since I love rye, rye bread or rye whiskey, and this kept giving me not insubstantial hints of rye. Thanks for the review.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey James, thanks yep you were right, generally speaking there is going to be be less than 10% in a Rye based mashbill. Cheers buddy and thanks for watching.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Feels good to know true of thought to taste. Rye is a definite taste. Good job. I didn't know I liked Rye myself... or at least as a background flavor. This has been my daily sipper/mixer for friends & neighbors. And I'm not sure but as far as im concerned.... Not a better Bourbon " White Label " for the money.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
William I agree, it's a great sipping bourbon and fantastic for cocktails. Great flavors, great proof a little something for everyone. Cheers and thanks for watching and your comment.
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney no problem. Say....I know I comment a lot, and you most likely don't have tim to respond to all of our comments. So.... I really appreciate a response that actually pertains to what i have said. Beside that comment I must tell you this.... You have a great understanding for not only what people want to hear, but how they want to hear it and for how long. Don't change a thing in my opinion. Nothing but respect!! You are the most honest reviews on YT. FACT!!!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
WOW, I'm humbled, that is the stuff that means the most to me and why I do this. THANK YOU for all the comments and your support. If you take the time to comment, I'll take the time to respond, I love all the interaction, so keep them coming. Cheers!
@Dustydanswhiskeyreviews5 жыл бұрын
Scott this was an awesome comparison between the two!!! Cheers Scotty
@Joseph1701-A6 ай бұрын
Evan Williams Black is my favorite Bourbon.
@mybourbonjourney6 ай бұрын
Cheers 🥃
@BourbonandaBaby5 жыл бұрын
Excellent comparison Scott! I've actually been wanting to taste these two next to each other. I love the EW BiB, but can't say I'm too familiar with the Black Label. According to Bernie Lubbers the Black Label is 5 years old, but I would imagine that lower proof is what tames it down a bit. Cheers!
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
In comparison, really wasnt even close even though I had q good idea going into it, the higher proof and overall flavor didn't make this much of a contest. Really wanted to shed some light on the overall of both and what they had to offer. Cheers!
@twhdvm5 жыл бұрын
Sipping the White Label now. 750 ml less than $18, which is a steal. This is a versatile bourbon that I enjoy sipping and it holds up well in classic bourbon cocktails, like mint julep and gold rush. It's lways available at my ABC Store. I walk past the Buffalo Trace to get a bottle of this.
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree with you more! Thanks for checking out the review. Cheers!
@riclane24252 жыл бұрын
I enjoy t bib. I drink a lot of it mostly mixed with coke and it mixes well.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
No problem as they ar3 both pretty versatile boirbons for the moat part. If I'm sipping I'll go white but for cocktails both are perfectly fine and do really well. Cheers and thanks for watching! 🥃
@MichaelDarling-m3i4 ай бұрын
Great review. I drink White Label Evan Williams all the time.
@mybourbonjourney4 ай бұрын
Absolutely nothing wrong with that at all. Cheers and I appreciate you watching and sharing
@brocklanders69692 жыл бұрын
I can get a handle of EW BiB here in metro ATL for about $27. It is the best value in Bourbon. I read that it is actually a 5 y.o. product.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
It's a nice little bourbon for sure and ifcyou want to sip you can but a great bourbon for cocktails! Cheers 🥃
@PrestigeLiquidsWW5 жыл бұрын
Great review Scott. I will have to try and keep my eye open for these
@williamminyard55174 жыл бұрын
Let me tell you... If you can find you some EW BIB 100 to the dome....get it! You'll love it. And your dome will too..
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
It's a great pour for sure! Cheers
@alekseymel78525 жыл бұрын
Great review. I like both specially for the price 20 and 27 dollars for 1.75 bottle here in Miami.
@jkdubya853 жыл бұрын
There's a place I like to go that has handles of EW BiB for $25. It is easily one of if not the best bang for the buck out there and I use it for *everything*. It's my go to for cocktails or even just "whiskey and coke" when a guest doesn't want a drink on the rocks or neat and doesn't specify. It's easily earned its spot in the daily sippers rotation for me when I don't have anything special going on. It's not a great bourbon, but it's a darn good one.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
You nailed it! Couldn't agree with you more. Thanks for watching and commenting, Cheers! 🥃
@chaser214 жыл бұрын
Evan Bottled In Bond the best bourbon for the dollar hands down.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
It's a great value bourbon for sure. Cheers and thanks for watching.
@abramhernandez12165 ай бұрын
Great review!💪😎👍 Cheers Bro!
@mybourbonjourney5 ай бұрын
Cheers my man! 🥃
@doxasnob81374 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott, great to the point review. This is not my favorite drink (the White Label), but keep coming back from time to time. Many say this may take off as a "discovered" whiskey, especially for the price, and so drive the price and availability up. Other whiskey tasters really go off on the white label. Personally, I don't see it, but cheers to those who do. Seems this will be my bar mixer whiskey for the masses and parties.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey Dox, thanks u appreciate that. I also agree, I'm a big fan of the white label and really enjoy it for both sipping and I really like it in cocktails. Love the flavor profile and the proof as it holds up very well for whatever cocktails you're crafting. Cheers and appreciate the comments and support!
@halseyballistic4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your time to post this video for us all to learn more about these bourbons from Evan Williams!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey Halsey, thank you for watching I really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
@jbred6049 Жыл бұрын
In a cocktail, I can go with either one. Straight, I prefer black label. It has that sweet fried bread thing going for it. Reminds me of an elephant ear.
@mybourbonjourney Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and your comment! Cheers 🥃
@PezrulezHaakon4 жыл бұрын
Head to head comparisons are the best way to go 🤗
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree with you more, thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers 🥃
@PezrulezHaakon4 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney Thank you too! 🤗 Your reviews are on the point and very informative. A lot easier for me to choose a whisk(e)y in the right direction. You earned yourself another subscriber 🤗 Cheers! 🥃
@PezrulezHaakon4 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney Another thing.. I've read that EW BIB will be discontinued, and be replaced by the same Bourbon, by the same distillery (H.H) but in another bottle labeled Heaven Hill and a lot more expensive. Is that true? 🤔
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I really appreciate the support!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
I haven't heard that, I'd be very surprised by that. They did that with the older HH BiB a couple years ago, don't see it happening with this, who knows though, let's hope not.
@foodquig5 жыл бұрын
I liked both of them when I tried them... Heaven Hill makes good whisky!
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Hey Quig, agree Heaven Hill does make some great Whiskey, Cheers buddy!
@kevinodell15022 жыл бұрын
Dude, where did you get that shirt? Want. I'm from the Chesapeake Bay area.
@robertlee67813 жыл бұрын
For a twist, pull down the green label 6 yr Heaven Hill and throw it in the mix in a review. I like the EW Single Barrel. All good stuff.
@prestonm.48743 жыл бұрын
what bourbon would you suggest for me? so far ive tried evan willians black... alchol taste turned me off wild turkey ... my favorite so far , i like the salty finish larceny... nothing stood out for me makers mark... seemed like an easier to drink evan williams but not a huge fan of it jameson... didnt care for the watery finish and nothing that really grabbed me before that jack daniels ... i can stand it but i dont really enjoy it seems like i have a sweet tooth and hoping the corn in some of the bourbons will be more my taste
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Hey Preston thanks for watching and your question. Based on what it is you described it sounds like you want something a little bolder with some sweetness? If so, give these few a try, give the knob creek 9 year or single barrel a try, great bourbon and ones you can find just about anywhere. Also I'd recommended trying something from Old Forester, they have a great lineup and one I'm sure you'll really enjoy such as the 1920 or 1910 or Signature 100. Finally give the Woodford Double Oaked a try, full of flavor but won't blow you away with proof. One final brand would be Michter's they have a nice bourbon and American Whiskey and really nice single barrel rye. Let me know how that works out and we can go from there. Cheers and I hope you find something to enjoy. Cheers 🥃
@electricpens5 жыл бұрын
EW Black is whack, EW BiB is Crib -- I always associate it with tasting peanut brittle in the gift shop of a Cracker Barrel. I usually get lots of peanut in the Heaven Hill/Beam Suntory lines, but I would say this is the best value handle in most US states. Buffalo Trace/Elijah Craig Small Batch are better, but also cost more. Great review!
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, really appreciate that. I agree with you on the value, it's a great pour for the price! Cheers and Happy Holidays
@dominickmorizio24822 жыл бұрын
i think you were right on in all your points...i would just add that i consider the black label to be more versatile and the perfect party bourbon...those who are so inclined can do shots without their heads getting blown off...those who want to mix with coke will be happy...and those who want a taste of some classic bourbon flavor rolling around in their mouth will be quite satisfied...and for under $25, you can be the hero and show up with a handle of the stuff!....it's true about the white label...it might be the best bang for the bourbon buck out there, but honestly, i find myself not reaching for it very often...because when i'm looking to settle down and get a little more serious about my whiskey, i'd rather cozy on up to a dram of four roses SB or knob creek SB or eagle rare...granted, all of those are more than twice the price, but the EW BiB doesn't really come close to hitting the spot like they do
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Hey Dominick! Man I couldn't have said it better myself! Appreciate you watching and commenting! Cheers brother 🥃
@jehovahuponyou3 жыл бұрын
GOOD REVIEW!!! THE WHITE LABEL 100 PROOF BOTTLED IN BOND HAS A SLIGHT CREAMY, MEDIUM FINISH WITH A GOOD NUTTY OAK TASTE - WHITE LABEL 100% OF THE TIME - A GOOD WHISKEY FOR A GOOD PRICE!!! BRAVO ON YOUR REVIEW, NOT BECAUSE WE ARE AGREED, BUT BECAUSE YOUR REVIEW WAS HONEST!!!
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, sorry for such a late reply! Appreciate you tuning in and leaving a comment! Cheers 🥃
@jehovahuponyou3 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney YOU ARE VERY WELCOME, DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE DELAY - I ENJOYED YOUR VIDEO VERY MUCH - KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK - BRAVO!!!!!!!
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it! Thanks for watching and the support! Cheers 🥃
@JB-po4ue5 жыл бұрын
My first time buying white label today.I usually drink black label,but after your review probably switching.
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the nice words and watching the review. Agree the white label is so good. Love it for both sipping and especially for cocktails. Cheers
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your support, hope you'll consider subscribing to the channel, Cheers!
@happymonk42062 жыл бұрын
Very good review, very detailed. I'm not a good one to pick out different flavors that you are talking about. I usually buy the black label. It's affordable but my local grocery store didn't have it so I took a chance with the white label. I just mixed up my drink of choice, that being the white label, lots of ice and zero Pepsi. The flavors linger a bit more than the black label. I like it alot. I don't care for drinking my whiskey neat. I hope this shortege ends soon. I'm really enjoying my Evan Williams. I have a favorite domestic beer as a change of pace because I like my beer as well. I'm also a gin and tonic lover but gin was a bit higher priced so that influenced my choice at the grocery store. Nice to have choices yet.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
I think you hit the nail on the head with this! Thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers 🥃
@mjhonsun3 жыл бұрын
EWBiB is a great value! I'd be interested in the comparison between this one and Wild Turkey 101, also a very good, budget bourbon with a similar proof.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
That could be a nice head to head or comp video! Cheers and thanks for the suggestion! 🥃
@jamesnorwood40843 жыл бұрын
E.W. B.I.B. one great bottle hands down at a good price point. If you like peanut forward bourbon.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Nailed it❗ cheers 🥃
@athenassigil58204 жыл бұрын
I love both! I know the bib is the better version...but I just love this classic American Bourbon....in Canada, where I live the 43% is under 25 bucks and the white label ...if you can find it...is under 35 bucks. Soooo, in conclusion.....if I find either, I'll buy it in a second.....but what's ever available. P.S. I just got a white label for Christmas, so I'm stoked to try it again...great analysis and review, by the way, you know your stuff! Cheers!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey Jupiter, I really appreciate that. For me I like the overall profile better on the BiB but the black label is nice especially for cocktails, the White label is fantastic for cocktails as well, I feel you get a little more with the proof shining through. Cheers and thanks for watching and your comment!
@nakrohtap4 жыл бұрын
Great review. Just got a bottle of the BIB today. Still a little confused on why the BIB is $12 and the black label is $15. I don't have any interest (from everything I have read) about trying the black label.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, really appreciate that. I agree with you, I'm 100% going white label each and every time. It's a far better sipper and far better in cocktails, Cheers and thanks for watching and commenting.
@Gachain4 жыл бұрын
Scott: In line with the Heaven Hill theme. SLÁINTE Mike Picked up a bottle of HEAVEN HILL 7 year old Bottled-in-Bond today. I wish I could have been able to get the 6 year old which was only available in Kentucky, but I enjoyed this one very much. HEAVEN HILL 7 Year old Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 5/3/20 First Pour from the Bottle. Left the Bourbon sit in the glass for 30 minutes to open. Mash Bill: 78% corn, 12% malted barley, 10% rye COLOR: Mahogany with a nice ring and legs that run modestly NOSE: Boozy Corn; transitioning to a dusty corn. PALATE: Sweet arrival with a dry corn note and overall drying sense yet a rich mouth feel that gets silky as I swirl it around with hints of cream corn. FINISH Spicy and Very Drying. There is a sandpaper dryness which creates a mouthwatering sense. The boozy corn note returns in the end with a bit of granulated sugar. With 1 drop of spring water NOSE: Light sweet candy mixed with spice PALATE: A mix of sweet and spice. The mouthfeel remains rich there is a bit of an alcohol burn which dissipates as I swirl. The swirling creates a dry sense almost powdery. FINISH: Sweet turning to a spicy dryness which feels as if the whisky has evaporated; but then there is a mouthwatering sense. With 2 drops of spring water NOSE: a light wood char note with a sweet note that I can not place also there. PALATE: Light sweet candy arrival mixing with spice; a light alcohol burn; then a drying sense with light spiciness. FINISH: Very Dry and mouthwatering with a light spicy tingle on the tip of my tongue. Again the evaporating sense with a granulated sugar note on my tongue This was a very enjoyable glass. I loved cream corn growing up and I love when I get a cream corn note in a bourbon. It is a combination of corn sweetness with the rich creamy mouthfeel. I also like how notes reappeared in different stages; for example the boozy corn note in the Nose Neat reappearing in the Finish. I also enjoyed the evaporating sense. I have never gotten that in a whiskey before. I need to do a Head to Head of this and EVAN WILLIAMS Bottled-in-Bond taste and enjoy the differences. Highly Recommended!!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you for all the tasting notes on this one. Sounds really nice and one I haven't tried yet. Hopefully one day. I'm sure it will be everywhere at some point. Cheers buddy!
@Gachain4 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney Scott: It is good, but the bummer is the price. It was $59.99 before taxes here at a local shop in Brooklyn. I know the 6 yr. old was much lower, and I am used to Bottled-in-Bond expressions being under $30 and in liter bottles in most cases. Have a great week. Mike
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
@@Gachain Thanks Mike, from what I've heard and talked to people about, that has been the common complaint was the price. Hard to get over when this used to be so inexpensive. Cheers!
@biguy5254 жыл бұрын
I actually like the bottle in bond as a sipper. I always have a bottle in the house. I don't care much for the black label.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey Biguy agree, the BiB is nice, great for a sipper or cocktails. Black label cocktails only for me. Cheers and thanks for watching!
@distlledbrewedreviewed5 жыл бұрын
great comparison idea my friend, cheers!
@Metetron5 жыл бұрын
Interestingly, Evan Williams seems to jack up their prices in the European market more than other entry level bourbons do. 20€ online for the black label 700ml vs 21€ for Four Roses 1L and Buffalo Trace 700ml, so it's got tough competition. Unfortunately, the BIB seems to have very limited circulation.
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Thanksx for checking out the video! Appreciate it, I'd gladly pay a little more for the Buffalo Trace or Four Roses over the EW black Label. Black label a cocktail bourbon anyway in my opinion. Enjoy the Buffalo Trace and Four Roses. Cheers!
@CellarDoorx062 жыл бұрын
Very good review. I enjoy both Evan Williams BiB as well as the original Evans...Both are fine by me! 😉
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that and thank you for watching! Cheers 🥃
@CellarDoorx062 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney My pleasure, friend. I also threw you a Subscribe. Decent little Channel you've got running here. It will surely grow to be much larger than it is currently, I'm sure! Cheers to you. ☺
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that very much! Cheers and thanks for the support! 🥃
@yeoldereviews93635 жыл бұрын
I will have to see if I can find some white label. Thanks for the review.
@alphadevoir63102 жыл бұрын
Have you tried David Nicholson reserve?
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
I have and it's a solid pour! Cheers 🥃
@garytravis25344 жыл бұрын
had the green and black never had the white label
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Give the white label a try, has a bit more complexity with the additional proof. Forc me it also shines through much better if you're using it for cocktails. Cheers and thanks for watching.
@bigtoodo4 жыл бұрын
Nice you got it right.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Cheers! Thanks
@lindalou13424 жыл бұрын
Would either of these be suitable to make vanilla extract?
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
I know nothing about making vanilla extract but I guess I'd say yes. Good luck, sounds delicious!
@guezcisco5 жыл бұрын
EW #1 small batch #2 BIB #3 black label
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Cheers Guezcisco! Thanks for checking out the video, appreciate the support. I can get on board with that lineup, wish the EW small batch had a little more proof but it still very good. I like the White label because I can sip it and use for cocktails as the proof really holds up well. Cheers, hope you'll consider subscribing to the channel, would love to have you on board, Happy Holidays!
@pressman17885 жыл бұрын
Great review Scott! I haven’t had the black label but I am am a fan of the white label for the price. WT 101 and OGD BIB are my other favorite low cost Bourbon! I love 100+ proof Bourbon! Cheers! 🥃👍🇺🇸
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Hey Press Man in addition to the white label the WT 101 and OGD 114 are fantastic low/mid shelf bourbons far more people should be considering not only for sipping of course but make some fantastic cocktails, Cheers!
@JKAUTER4 жыл бұрын
I'm originally a WT 101 drinker but i tried the Henry McKenna 10 yr and after the last year review the cost on Long Island NY is between $60 to $130 a bottle. I'm going to try the Evan Williams White Label and hope I like it .
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
For the price on the HH white label it's a really hard one to pass up, nice bottle of bourbon at a really good price. Cheers and thanks for watching.
@professorbuzzkill57003 жыл бұрын
Evan Williams Black Label is EXCELLENT with Vernor’s Ginger Ale! My choice is usually the Bottled in Bond Evan Williams but don’t discount the Black Label.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Agree 100% Cheers 🥃
@thomasgrim43254 жыл бұрын
Very good review! Thanks so much, you really broke it down.I actually really like the black label because it simply has a very good flavor. In fact i find it Delicious. I don't find it complex but again, just easy to drink with a flavor that is so much nicer than higher priced bourbons/whiskeys. I really look forward to tasting the EW BIB that i just purchased today.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey Thomas, thank you so much for your comment and for watching the review. Agree, forcmecthexblack label is a nice cocktail bourbon, the white, great for both sipping and cocktails if you want a little more proof. Cheers!
@motohead07710 ай бұрын
From what I understand, these started as the exact same whiskey, only difference is the BIB has less water added before being bottled (same mashbill, both aged 4+ yrs per law of "Straight Bourbon" & Heaven Hill claims the Black label averages 6-8yrs. So, theoretically if you remove the right amount of water from the Black Label to make it 100P, it should be the same thing as EW White. So does anyone know a procedure to remove water from whiskey (still?), to make the black label 100, 110, 120 proof? It is much less expensive here for EW Black, $16-17 for 1.75L vs $28-32 for 1.75L of EW White BIB.. Then maybe try to improve it with oak spirals/chips.
@mybourbonjourney10 ай бұрын
You are correct, however they aren't removing water frkm the whiskey, they are adding water to tge higher proof whiskey to being it down to a lower proof. Remember, the more water you add, the more bottles you get as well. That's how they proof whiskey, by adding water, not removing it. Cheers 🥃
@motohead07710 ай бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney Hi, Thanks for reply. My original was maybe somewhat unclear, so let me clarify what I was asking/stating. Yes, the whiskey comes out of barrels at a higher proof than they are bottles at. So they add water to it, to make it 86 proof. To make the whiskey 100 proof (from same barrels), they also add water, but less water than they would to make it 86 proof. That's all I was stating there.. So my main question is; starting with EW Black whiskey, what is the procedure to remove water from it, to increase the proof? I know it is possible, but don't know how difficult it is, or if it would ruin the whiskey.. Distillers use a procedure to increase the proof of the distillate for any spirit, as it originally only ferments to a maximum of ~15% abv. Also, people do it to purify water.
@motohead07710 ай бұрын
I know most people have never even thought of this, so it may be difficult to communicate my thoughts via txt. Basically, I'm looking for a way to remove some of the water added by Heaven Hill bottlers, to bring the whiskey closer back to how it was, when it originally came out of the barrels. It's like mixing drinks, but in reverse.
@deanmcclellan20123 жыл бұрын
There’s no peanut butter. You’re wrong.
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Dean, I hate to say it but it's honestly people like you that frustrate me! You're so quick to tell people what smell or taste, YOU'RE WRONG, YOU can't tell anyone whats good, bad or what it is they smell or taste, period. How about you drink what you like and stop telling others they're right or wrong. Hey bro, don't be that guy, trust me.
@patrickcronin68292 жыл бұрын
To me, they smell identical, but the bib is much stronger with all the same scents. They don’t taste the same to me. The bib tastes much richer in sweetness and is warming.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Hey Patrick, thanks for witching and commenting! Appreciate it, Cheers 🥃
@ltmoods41824 жыл бұрын
Sipping white now, delicious. I have both in house.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
LT, thank you for watching. The white label is a really nice pour, great to sip on and great for cocktails. The black label I'd say is a cocktail only bourbon. Cheers!
@bobraible4 жыл бұрын
You mentioned multiple times that the EW White Label is aged at least 4 yrs since it's BiB. I just wanted to make note of the fact that EW Black is aged at least 4 yrs since it is straight bourbon whiskey with no age statement (that is actually true of any straight whiskey, bourbon or otherwise). So without age statements all we know is that both versions are aged at least 4 yrs.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
You are 100% correct. I was probably just trying ti say with it being BiB I has to be at least 4 years old. As you said a straight bourbon non age stated should be 4cyears old too. That seems to be a very loose standard. I've had some i knew were not 4 years old and had no age statement and was not 4 years old. Good ole whiskey world, appreciate you watching and your comment! Cheers!
@leek67304 жыл бұрын
$30 for a 1.75L of EW BiB in NC
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Buy! I'm a fan of it, doing a Budget Friendly Whiskey livestream tonight and that will be in there for sure. Cheers and thanks for watching!
@xiamengbaby4 жыл бұрын
That used to be my regular purchase in the Chicago area, also $30. But then the 1.75 of the BIB was suddenly and mysteriously discontinued in my region. Really pissed me off!
@BaldybynatureFpv4 жыл бұрын
I just picked up the BIB yesterday ,was pleasantly surprised that I really liked it .I didn't like the Evan Willis black at all ,won't ever have that one again.nice review 👍.
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Hey Baldy, thank you for watching and commenting, I couldn't agree with you more, the BiB is just better overall and I'm willing to pay the difference that's for sure. Cheers!
@Zokambaa Жыл бұрын
I find the less than 100 proof Bourbons don't mix well, Wild Turkey 81 is the only one I tend to like as a mix but the 101 is better. That said I really like the BiB Evan Williams, it is a nice mixer with Ginger Ale, I don't like it as a sipper though, but it is perfect to mix and at that proof it's not lost in the mix. I tried some regular Buffalo Trace which everyone seems to like and I hated it in a mix, totally lost... BT needs to be closer to 100 proof even if I wanted to sip on it. I go back to EW BiB for mixed drinks as it's cheaper than some and stands up. (I do prefer WT 101 and Bulleit but the difference isn't huge when mixing with soda but definitely prefer 101 or Bulleit in a Manhattan or higher end cocktails) I could sip the BiB but there are better options for not much more money, but I love it with Ginger Ale. I've not tried making a Manhattan with it yet though. When there is about $5 difference and 20 more proof and a lot more flavor, it is a no-brainer to go with the BiB white label
@mybourbonjourney Жыл бұрын
Agree with you 100% cheers 🥃
@PaulBell884 жыл бұрын
Right away.
@lawrencespies86744 жыл бұрын
The black label is a STRAIGHT whiskey so its at least two years old.
@rogerloh51314 жыл бұрын
Good n cheap whisky
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
Nice pour for the money that's for sure! Cheers and thanks for watching.
@judythepunk4614 жыл бұрын
God damn whisky is so expensive in my country ;_; A 70 cl bottle of white label here is 40 bucks and a black label 70 cl is 34 bucks... Maan i hate it here
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
It's not just expensive there, I'll tell you that. Now with that being said, we do get some things a bit cheaper for sure because of where we are. I appreciate you checking out the video and commenting. Cheers!
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
I'd maybe consider $40 for the white label but not $34 for a 70cl. I'd definitely pay $6 more to step up in proof and quality
@paulchristenson62125 жыл бұрын
Hi. Do you have coins?
@mybourbonjourney5 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, yes I do. I have wooden ones and they are $5. Let me know, Thanks
@andywalkerplumber4 жыл бұрын
To me, the black is too harsh - I prefer the green label -
@mybourbonjourney4 жыл бұрын
A lot of people think like you! Cheers and thanks for watching and your comment.
@brandonsnelling22704 ай бұрын
these arent even comparable.
@mybourbonjourney4 ай бұрын
Appreciate you watching! Cheers 🥃 also nit comparable from what standpoint? I'd love some context just to know your point of view regarding the two.
@oldfarmshow2 жыл бұрын
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@an_what3 жыл бұрын
$17 for Bottled in bond in my neighborhood 1 L
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
Great price! Especially for a 1L appreciate you checking out the video and leaving a comment, Cheers 🥃
@an_what3 жыл бұрын
@@mybourbonjourney anytime and just for replying I'm subscribing because I enjoyed the content and I've also started buying a bottle of this every week and putting it back just for the hell of it and because it's so cheap and a hundred proof😂😂 apocalypse hell I've got bourbon and Jesus Christ
@mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын
@@an_what Amen brother! I really appreciate you subscribing, I hope to see you in the comments or my livestreams that I do on Tuesday nights 7pm cst. Maybe I'll see you. Cheers and if you ever have any questions, feel free to reach out to me. Where are you from? I'm in WIsconsin
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@tdenman91152 жыл бұрын
Nice review, but if you say again, again, I'm not going to watch you again.
@mybourbonjourney2 жыл бұрын
Ok, I won't say it again, lol 😆
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