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[@gtownwr]

No better picture of "you can't please everyone" than making a list with allocated whiskey and having people complain that they can never try it and then making a list of all accessible whiskeys and people complaining that it can't be you "favorite of all time" without allocated bottles. Lmao. I love you guys!

[@Ferrindel]

Gotta love the Internet!

[@m1henry]

So True

[@matthewjoyce1059]

Almost like different sets of people are looking for different things. 🤯

[@gtownwr]

@@matthewjoyce1059 and both like to complain a lot. Lol! That's my point, though, is that it's impossible to keep everyone happy. People want different things.

[@matthewjoyce1059]

@@gtownwr Haha! I know, I meant it in light-hearted jest. I do like the trend of doing two videos though. One that includes hard to get stuff, and one that's limited to reasonably available products. SLB covered their bases by doing both. Pressure is on the complainer to get more creative in their complaints now. Lol

[@DanielDrociuk]

Kurt, what great “closing remarks” sir. I hope your message about “it’s the journey not the destination” resonates with many. We are all so fortunate that we have the income to enjoy this hobby and we can’t forget that it isn’t about the biggest or the most expensive. It’s about the experience(s) with family and friends. I’ve seen many “fads” over the years that often are a great way of separating people from their hard-earned money, only so they feel part of the “in crowd”. Maybe it’s because I’m 58 years old and feel that experiences are what make memories. I’d love to have a 15yr PVW, but I’ll be happy to trade that for time and memories with family and friends with an OF or a BT. Thanks for all you do and keeping the focus on developing the skills to evaluate and understand, while we also understand value. Cheers to you and your great family. - Dan

[@slbdrinks]

Well said!

[@MattDiroff]

This is the best video I've ever seen from you guys and anyone else. The sentimental connection that you have, Kurt, and the genuine delivery from both of you is an example of what's missing from so much online and in society nowadays. Thank you both for bringing such great content!

[@slbdrinks]

Many thanks!

[@eileengreen619]

Just absolutely love your final comments… so true. That purple bag from Crown reminds me of being a kid and my almost 20 yr older brother. He lived in Wisconsin would come down for visits. Always had a bottle with him, gave me the bags. I used it as a pencil holder in school, and he always gave me a sip. Behind Mom’s back of course. 😅

[@trevoro2854]

The thing about old school guys like Kurt is when they let down the wall for a second to share an emotion with you; it hits you square in the mouth. My favorite episode so far. Thanks for sharing your favorite bottles and fond memories.

[@martybarrett523]

Love your final comments. So much about drinking whiskey and what makes a whiskey good to you is your experience while drinking it. Who you’re with, the conversation, the location, the occasion, etc. You guys are the real deal. P.S. - Love that Trenton can comb his hair now.

[@kevinpoggensee3044]

Great episode, my 2 best of all time are a Crown Royal xr red that was from the last of there Waterloo distillery which burned down and a Glenlivet 18. My sister gave me the 18 year old for Christmas in 1993 after I had lost everything earlier that year from the floods in Iowa. I didn't open it until 2016 when the Cubs won the world series. The cork came out in pieces but it was the most fantastic tasting whisky ever. 1 bottle I keep and will never open is a Johnnie Walker black from the 60s that I got from a ww2 vet hero of mine. He flew not only in ww2 but also in Korea and Vietnam wars.He gave it to me before he passed away and I will always treasure his final gift to me!

[@MrWayneJohn1]

You guys are the tops when it comes to drinks videos. The respect, humility, and genuineness of your reviews are second to none. Love the father-son (and wife in the background) format. The love of family is simply wonderful. All the best to you, and thanks for the great content!

[@michaelcoretto9629]

Kurt, the last two minutes were wonderful. When you pulled out a Seagram VO, I almost fell over. That was my Dad’s go-to and wouldn’t have expected to see it on one of your videos. He has been gone for over 30 years and I still remember the VO! Bravo, keep up the wonderful work! Mike

[@KingOfFinance1]

I love Russell Reserve Single Barrel ! Such a good pour. Wild Turkey Rare Breed is really nice too. Sometimes I like Four Roses Single Barrel for high rye. Other times I like Woodford Double Oak for sweeter pour. Really depends on the day. Knob Creek 100 Proof & Wild Turkey 101 for daily pours.

[@russellbranton5602]

Another great video. And to further Kurt's point about enjoying with friends and family. I heard Freddie Johnson say once as he was talking about bourbon, "2 things are important. You never pull out a good bottle til you're with friends and family. And you're not in a hurry to go anywhere." That just resonated within me.........

[@slbdrinks]

That’s a great statement!

[@mikestewart3670]

Great shows guys! Didn’t expect Kurt to bring a tear to my eye there at the end. Truly helping make my bourbon journey special.

[@hunterrgntr]

I know exactly how you feel . I have a bottle of Evan Williams black label in a glass case with my father's favorite drinking cup. Always makes me smile whenever I look at it.

[@tomgensel4134]

Two great lists, cheers 🥃 My Dad's "VO, CC, Crown, add Old Bushmills" I do a pour on his birthday 🥃

[@mikepetrella4009]

Fantastic job as always boys! Kurt…you are truly one of a kind! Thank you for your words and sentiment…love how genuine this channel is! You are the reason SLB Drinks is the best on KZbin! Keep it going…cheers!

[@Anil18834]

I loved the way this segment closed. My father always had a bottle of JW Black Label in his bar. I could almost say I grew up understanding that flavor profile. Are there better bottles of whiskey out there? Sure. In fact, I found your channel because I went to a bar a couple of months ago and asked for a glass and they didn't have it, so I tried the 10 yr Bulleit bourbon instead. While it wasn't as smooth, I really enjoyed the flavor profile and decided to learn a bit more about bourbon with you guys. I have just bought my first 2 bottles of bourbon and I'm looking forward to tasting them with a friend next week!

[@lhfire2572]

I can definitely say the best thing about Bourbon is the experience and sharing with others. I recently started my bourbon journey and my favorite part has been inviting friends over for tastings. That has lead to invitations to bourbon nights at some mutual friends houses. I have met some great people and tried bourbons that I never would have been able to pickup or luckily tried before I buy so I can see what I like. The friendship and conversation that comes out of these bourbon nights are what it is all about for me. You guys were my first whiskeytube channel subscription and still my favorite. Your kindness and genuine love for the spirit and each other shows through in your videos. Keep it up!

[@OverfinchJoshua]

Loved this video and loved what Kurt said at the end about the sentiment / memories and meaning of the bottle! Well said

[@heatherl.9670]

Loved the video! My Grandma Flo who passed away in 2020, loved VO too! Great memory- thanks for sharing!! 💗

[@BourbonFirst]

This is an outstanding episode!! Glad to see what you guys truly enjoy and what that pour means to you. On the beginning of my journey, I was always searching for what I couldn’t have. After joining your channel, I’ve realized that I have everything I needed on the shelf that’s available and why these pours mean more than a chase for labels and marketing. Love you guys. Please keep doing what you do. This is why everyone loves you.

[@paradiswest4395]

Excellent choices.... most I'll never get to try. My top are mostly associated events with family and friends, but for me my #1 is a bottle of Suntori Hibiki my wife picked up for my birthday last year. Once I opened it I couldn't put it down. Sadly the bottle is gone but the memories will last forever. Great video guys.

[@michaelarrington6009]

13th Colony Double Oaked is fantastic out of Americus Ga and they are only $79.95 MSRP

[@AppalachianChaplin]

If you can find em lmao

[@rybeau0015]

Always put on a great show. Fantastic insight presenting tons of options that I try to keep my eye open to. Me and my best friend religiously try to keep rotating our selection and this show always comes through when it’s time to brainstorm. Love the content

[@badgerjeff6081]

I snagged an early copy of the JD SiB Rye. When I got home, I read the label closer and was upset because I though it was a bourbon. After the first sip, I was no longer upset. It's my favorite bottle to share with friends. Great list!

[@slbdrinks]

Such a great bottle!

[@icabassfamily]

I think the best thing shared tonight was what you said at the end! The sharing of a pour with someone you care about makes the pour! Thank you for saying what you said. Means a lot !

[@michaelwalters4128]

Great show once again and truly a great ending. Very true

[@powellmountainmike8853]

My own all time favorites are Old Ezra 15 year old, 101 proof from the 1990s, of which I still have a bottle and a half, and Haller's County Fair bonded bourbon from the 1970s. In those days the label over the bottle top had the dates the whiskey went into the barrel, and when it came out, the age varied some, but it was always over 12 years old, and a fine sipping whiskey.

[@rnelnj44]

Absolutely love the ending of this video. Two of the truest Whiskey/Bourbon guys on KZbin!

[@nickp5511]

Great selections guys! I’m 62 years old and my journey is only 3 months along. I agree on the best can be varied by pallet and years of tastings. My top so far Knob Creek 18yr, Sam Houston 14 yr, Sagamore PX Sherry finished, Doc Swinson triple cask, Smoke Wagon small batch so far!

[@slbdrinks]

That’s a great start!

[@vanmccoy1573]

Excellent video, comments, advice, and insights!

[@MrsOldTractorGarage]

Love seeing some of the special bottles you’ve been able to enjoy. Kurt is 100% right…Thanks for the special words tonight. Also, I would like to apply for the fact-checker position. I can do double duty and remind Trenton of what he says he’ll put in but doesn’t. 😂

[@slbdrinks]

Good! 😂

[@TorridDesign]

Couldn't say it any better, sentimental value and sharing the experience matters. Nothing better than bringing a new found bottle to share with my dad that we love. Thanks for another great video gents!

[@jamesz7415]

That last couple minute statement was the best stretch of any of your videos that I've watched. You're absolutely right - that's what it's all about. Cheers!

[@bamahabir]

I recently tried the 2022 George T. Stagg and it was by far and away the best I've had. Kurt I feel like we share the same taste, if ever I get the chance I'll have to try some of the others you recommended.

[@erere244]

As always ,excellent show . Love the honesty and human down to earth element. Thank you guys . Keep doing the good work .

[@BourgbonKing]

The JD Special Release Rye is absolutely my top pour of all time. So glad to see that made the top 5.

[@2008jr]

Been looking forward to this list from you guys. Definitely some heavy hitters that are hard to find. But even if we’re unable to find bottles of these ourselves, it gives us a good list with some good insight that some of us can potentially look at trying at a bourbon bar in the future. It’s hard to pay big money for a 2oz pour, especially when you don’t know anything about it. Watching this May make it a little easier to pull the trigger for some to at least get the experience of them.

[@nitronamous]

Love your shows guys! The 2 of you have something very special and its a nice change from other Whiskey Tubers.

[@robertsmithUH60driver]

Congrats on having all of these bottles. Just getting into the hobby.

[@davidcolgan3268]

Always enjoy your videos. I have about 2-3 sips left in my JD Rye. I have been on the lookout for a long time for a replacement. It’s the only one I have had of your lists but the VO.

[@armandofdez78]

Fantastic closing statement. Absolutely loved it.

[@fishesdeep]

SLB All Stars for sure. I have a few of those and some others ghat could make anyone’s list, but like you, my most precious bottle has a connection with family. My Eastern European mother who passed 12 years ago, moonshined plum brandy in her younger years for my father and his friends to drink. I was able to save some of her last batch which I share with my sons on holiday occasions. It’s down very low now but Will always be my top pour. Cheers to you and your family past and present.

[@slbdrinks]

Wow, so special!

[@garycramer7866]

I absolutely agree with both of you on 1st & 2nd picks. I never tried a Bookers. The Elijah Craig absolutely. The old Elk I have three different ones all decent. I haven’t tried Bardstown but want too. I am shocked there are no 4 Roses or Michter’s or Redwood Empire cask strength 🤔 oh yeah no 2XO’s 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@leebeasley7080]

The 13th colony DO is amazing, I live in Georgia and it kinda set on the shelf for a few weeks before people started to discover it, I wish I had bought more than 2 bottles.

[@p7816]

That 13th Colony comes from my hometown of Americus GA! Price around here was 80.00

[@slbdrinks]

Nice! Great stuff!

[@matthewjoyce1059]

Great show! Thanks for making it :) Great lists, great close out comment. Love the authenticity and honesty of this channel. Hope you all enjoy in good health. Cheers!

[@neilpowell1641]

Speaking of sentiment...my dad loved Drambui. I have never bought a bottle but will try it for him.

[@michaellanglie5502]

Funny You mention Bottled in Bond Old Grandad. It is because of this channel that i purchased a bottle recently and it has now become my after workday sipper. That use to be Evan Williams Bottled in Bond.

[@WhiskyForBeginners]

So many whisky channels only talk about the expensive unicorns. Y'all do talk about them, as here, but y'all also talk about obtainable whiskies that people on a budget can afford. I really appreciate y'all not staying on the top shelf, but coming down to the middle and even bottom shelf with the masses. 🙂

[@JacobWSchumacher]

My dad is big into scotch and loves dewars and I’m more into ryes and bourbons. Seeing the unashamed differences between you two remind me of drinking with with my dad. Love watching you guys, very down to earth and present.

[@MartinD2]

You guys are truly special in this whiskytube space. Keep up the amazing job! Love the message at the end as well 😢

[@MaryS-go8dl]

Beautiful message! Love you guys

[@AlexBarnes516]

These guys just hit different......this has got to be the fastest growing channel on KZbin...absolutely my favorite!!!!

[@lnomolas3427]

I have a sentimental family story behind Old Grandad and keep at least 1 bottle of OG (and OG Bonded and OG 114) on hand always. I smile every time I reach for it.

[@robertholder3581]

New subscriber. Absolute favorite youtube channel!! Really enjoy your honest and courteous opinions.

[@jeffdacook4294]

[@johnmarincic1650]

Loved the sentiment at the end of the video. I too keep bottles that remind me of friends and family. Also glad you spoke highly of the Woodford Reserve Double Oak. I had a bottle at Mardi Gras. Liked it so much I just went out this morning and bought 2 more. Love your reviews.

[@ericellis2729]

Great list! Wonderful sentiment at the end as well!

[@bdpatton2]

you can't but love these two

[@marktraveler8569]

Appreciate you guys, really enjoyed this video, loved the ending, what you two are delivering speaks to my heart, always look forward “till next time” 😊

[@kevinmills7067]

My favorite Bourbons are currently: 1) Old Forester 100 2) Wild Turkey 101 3) Wild Turkey Rare Breed 4) Old Forester 1910 5) Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Scotches: 1) Lagavulin 16 2) Ardbeg 10 3) Highland Park 12 4) Glenlivet 12 5) Balvenie 14 Year Caribbean Cask Others: 1) Michter's American 2) Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition 3) Redbreast 12 4) Pikesville Rye

[@slbdrinks]

Great lists!

[@tomplatz4318]

Not all of us have your palates which I wished I did, but Michters. , 1792 etc I enjoy and will continue to. Thanks for your videos.

[@applecrow8]

We have a local distillery called Acre that makes a whiskey called Longhair Jim, its an earthy Texas whiskey but man I loved it, and when I introduced my dad to it he loved it too and it became his favorite.. Now that' he's gone I still have that last bottle we shared and refill it when needed.

[@SleepyPaul]

Redbreast 27 is amazing. Best bottle I’ve ever owned, close 2 is 1992 dark arts from bruichladdich. Best single dram was a Suntory, unspecified label estimated to be 30+ years old. Absolutely love the Stagg and Hibiki

[@uwrossl]

That's a beautiful bar top right there. Thanks for sharing and KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK. I've only been collecting for about 6 months and have learned so much in a short period of time from your channel and found some really great bottles because of it. I procured my first ever Stagg Jr. this week and it was the batch 17 which I think is cool with it being the last "Jr." It did not disappoint on the taste and experience either. Also...ignore the haters that cry about you showing unicorn bottles. Most of us are happy to learn about them and live vicariously until we can procure one for ourselves. If I can't find the bottle at least I know enough about them to know what I want to spend my money on for a taste at a nice bourbon bar.

[@markknister6272]

Lovely!! Like cigars - some very good expensive or less and limited, never to be made again. At least you get to taste the best - once.

[@brandonparker158]

I truly love what you guys do. I hope to one day share a hobby like this with my children. Much love you guys and thank you for what you do

[@jamess9298]

Thirteenth Colony Double Oaked was $85 for me here in GA. The distillery is in Americus GA, which is about 100 miles south of Atlanta.

[@jporterz2873]

Kurt is a big softie! That's what I love about your channel, you guys are about as real as it gets! Keep going as long as it's good for you guys! I will keep following.

[@christopherevans4273]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MethanolWarrior712]

Awesome list Guys!! I have the worst case of FOMO ever!!! I hope I'm able to find any of the 10 on this list! cheers

[@natekenjalo8725]

Great list men. I've been fortunate enough to buy three of those bottles, and try four. Cheers.

[@nickbonvino]

Great video guys… I’m leaning towards Kurt’s pick but I can appreciate Trenton’s as well. Just an FYI, I acquired a bottle of Old Forrester BIB from 1964, unopened, not a floater in sight. Just waiting for the right opportunity to open it, this video made me realize what I might have here. Thanks

[@mneeley490]

Awesome show, gents, and thank you. I am linking this video and sending it to my friends. BTW, I agree with Trenton about wheated bourbons.

[@bigscofan]

I had relatives in Indiana, and you guys could be two of them. If I was lucky maybe. Feel like I’m with family. Thanks.

[@slbdrinks]

That’s the goal. We are very fortunate to have this amazing community!

[@courtc1462]

Great list, you have had some amazing bottles.

[@masonmorton8517]

Fabulous, great picks but at the ends of the day it’s about the fellowship amongst family and friends while enjoying a great pour and a stick. Cheers!!!

[@dennisrothschild8550]

Great show. Thanks for the list and content just awesome.

[@matthewlenehan3345]

Great video guys. Love Kurt’s final comments.

[@greghatcher5548]

Great show as always. BTW, Thirteenth Colony is in my home town of Americus, Georgia. They have been around 10+ years, and the double oaked is hands down the best of their products that I have tried. I enjoyed seeing Trenton pull that bottle out and have seen it on some other KZbin channels. Hopefully I can try some of the others on your list one day. I would put a Redbreast 26 year barrel pick as the best I have tried, but I only had a pour at a pub.

[@jasonbauer8609]

Great episode! I agree the best part of Bourbon and whiskey is sharing with family and friends. Love the show.

[@gregorywatson1945]

I really enjoy you guys and I like every thing you guys like as a main whiskey that you drink , especially the Rare Breed ! But I am new so just joining . You two have have a nice relationship as son and father . Stay close 🙋🏾‍♂

[@tranmer32]

Great list! I haven't had a single one of them yet but hope to soon.

[@HoosierVeteran]

OGD 114, Wild Turkey Rare Breed (Rye would win but I haven't owned one yet), Starlight Huber Double Oaked Rye, Buffalo Trace, Old Forester 100 are mine.

[@jrsaez7903]

I really enjoy and appreciate watching you guys!

[@ChrisJohnson-zx9gb]

Well put Kurt, it's about the journey and especially about sharing the journey.

[@mrchilli5618]

My Dad's go to drink was Seagrams 5 star with the plastic silver star on it. It was his asked for gift for birthday and Christmas.

[@davidalanmedia]

Wonderful show gentleman. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@problemwithauthority]

My best sipping is Bowmore 18. Can't verify but I believe it is aged in Beam barrells. Likely they best Scotch with a boubon feel that I havwe ever tasted.

[@thewayfaringbarfly2744]

I feel you on the rye. Hard Truth Distillery in Nashville, Indiana has a very tasty sweet mash rye.

[@tonyn152]

Interesting show. Wish I could taste just one of these! Thanks!

[@aginsfbayarea7350]

It always is the journey, and if you are fortunate, sharing the journey; that's the point and you are correct. Nice video!

[@1125mikem]

Thanks guys.. great show

[@pacomapacoma5285]

I appreciate the 2 different lists. The "accessible " and the unicorn list. When it comes to purchasing the bigger bottles, I look around youtube for reviewers w similar views on bottles I already got and who has similar thoughts as I do then I see what they think of the bigger bottle I'm thinking of purchasing. Once the channel gets big enough to where they not only get all/most of the unicorns but they get them every year and/or start doing their own barrel picks all the shows start getting out of my "normal" range lol. Every episode turns into a unicorn parade then a best of unicorns at year's end. Silver lining, I find alot of other whisky-tubers lol. How I initially found this show the other year.

[@lezlielockett3461]

Awesome video gentlemen! I love this list and yes it's all about the journey! This is why we love your channel and support you 💯%🥃😋

[@davevogelsang6791]

Great bottles! I just ordered a bottle of the 13th Colony Southern Bourbon Whiskey from Seelbach’s. Hearing great things about 13th Colony offerings.

[@kevin-hannan]

Glad to see Willett in the list! I would love to see a video of Willett alternatives like you did with BT. Especially with that wheater on the top shelf back there...

[@mgrego2]

We had a special event at a local restaurant and I was able to try some pours I'll never get. Pappy 15 finished last of 5. 1. Stagg 2. EH Taylor Barrel Proof 3. Four Roses LE 4. Blanton's Straight from the Barrel 5. Pappy 15

[@brandonrobinson6191]

I live about 30 miles from 13th colony distillery and I love their whiskies. They source from Wyoming so this bottle is actually a finished wheater, I picked up about 3 bottles of this LE. Spoilers, they are going to release a CS rye at some point as well.

[@slbdrinks]

Nice!

[@christaylor4086]

Great list 👍🏻

[@randywolf4731]

Fantastic show, love them Wheats! I have only been able to taste two of your selections, Pappy and George T. unfortunately I agree, due to allocations most are very hard to find.