The 15 BEST Bourbons For The MONEY!

[@Fender1031]

You have one of if not the best bourbon/whiskey drinking channels on youtube. No pretense, no arrogance and no hipstery nonsense. Thank you!

[@DBTdad]

That hipster nonsense really puts me off. Kurt is kinda like Jimmy Russell....simple with no bull sh*t

[@furstlahst860]

Agreed! Kurt is relatable with a great family and content almost as good. The real deal!

[@Dreson45]

I second!

[@billgooder3740]

100%

[@nervousordo]

You mean the pretense and arrogance of constantly using "notes of" followed by "vanilla", "caramel", etc.? 🤣🤣

[@oldtoad76]

The kinda guy who points out minor errors in videos is the same guy who points out misspellings in the comment section. The internet is forever grateful for your tireless efforts to help everyone else be as perfect as you are.

[@slbdrinks]

Many thanks my friend.

[@jimbarco1446]

I like Evan Williams single barrel, too. Very smooth.

[@ItsShatter]

Got 3 bottles of 1792 Full Proof Single Barrel Select for $50 each. One is being gifted to my brother in celebration of his graduation. It’s one of my favorites and easily worth $100 in my book.

[@TheRealJasonRamsey]

I'm a huge fan of the Old Forester line. The 1910 is wonderful!

[@Morepants10]

This new 1910 label is 🔥

[@danchase4304]

Just recently got into bourbon. Almost 45 years old. Your channel is one of my favorites and has guided me well on my journey. Thank you for sharing your experience and all your hard work. You have a beautiful bar.

[@Scott-co4dq]

For my tastes the Wild Turkey Rare Breed and the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof are fantastic values. Rare Breed is the brash young upstart and ECBP is the mature older gentleman. I have multiples of each in my supply.

[@slbdrinks]

Love your characterization of the bottles!

[@danhall4990]

Elijah Craig Small Batch is the only thing in my cabinet. I like Woodford Reserve as well, but for the difference in price I will stick with ECSB.

[@nicoludden4912]

I’m addicted to ECBP after drinking it at a local bar! And already have the Turkey rare breed, great taste my friend 👍🏻

[@dallaschute7517]

Honestly I came for the content but I've stayed for the personality. You just seem like a friendly neighborhood dad that wants to teach everyone about his hobby... exactly how I want to learn lol

[@AdamN-uq9fy]

A perfect old fashioned in my opinion. 2oz - OGD 114 2-3 dashes of angusturia bitters .5oz of Demerara syrup Garnish with orange

[@seang1979]

The 114 is not available where I shop but the bonded is. That also makes a good old fashioned.

[@slbdrinks]

Love your recipe!

[@JJ-nh8lv]

I know I'm a year late, but I just started watching your content. But I bought a bottle of Nelson brothers Greenbrier sour mash....I really love it. It mixes well, and is great on its own. $38. I mix whiskey sours at parties and everyone loves the whiskey and always asks what it is.

[@robertlee6781]

Russells and Knob Creek 9 are at the top of my list. I think those are two that I keep backups just in case the age statement gets pulled. I'm glad to be seeing more videos like this recently. People need to be reminded that there are some great values out there and they don't need to be chasing unicorns.

[@slbdrinks]

💯 agree!

[@BigPawPaws]

Knob Creek for sure. It's my favorite

[@BigPawPaws]

Knob Creek single barrel reserve for sure it the best. But widow Jane runs a close 2nd

[@purdueuph70]

Found your channel when I was having trouble with refrigerator ice making my evening Manhatten or Martini smell like sewer water. Making my own ice from Spring Water thanks to you! I have always used something low end like Jim Beam or JW Dant but I bought 4 bottles in the 35-60 range and now I drinking more straight. With the 100's of labels out there your channel keeps me from going down the rabbit hole. Four Roses SB my fav so far, one of your strong recommendations. I prefer drinking over ice or with water due to a strong cough reflex and I want to recommend the James Bentley Whiskey Glasses. They are double-walled to prevent heat/cold transfer and condensation. Comes with two glasses and two spherical silicone ice molds. Under $50 from Amazon. Thanks again for a very helpful channel. Born and raised in DA REGION!

[@cnwilliams59]

Love this list. One of the things that I think sets your show apart is that it is approachable for everybody. This list give people really good bourbons that they can actually put their hands on.

[@slbdrinks]

That was the intention. Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace are magnificent buys at msrp but most never see them. Sad

[@snakeking211]

I have eagle rare, buffalo trace, and Blanton's But still a fine bourbon me and my buddy love and I have to lock up is Penelope

[@snakeking211]

But my two cheapest and favorites are larceny and Yellowstone they are great for sipping or mixed drinks

[@JoesphShanklin]

I just passed your channel on to a couple of buddies at work who are getting into bourdon. I told them you guys are a great source with a lot of good bourbon content! Please keep doing what you do!

[@chuckzeitvogel7403]

I will always champion JTS Brown. Great bourbon for about $20. The higher proof one is awesome on its own. The lower proof is a great mixer.

[@FreeFoodforthePoor]

The drink of choice of Fast Eddie Felson from The Hustler!

[@michaeltrainum5471]

All solid choices! I stopped chasing allocated whiskeys and started chasing good available whiskeys. i have almost every bottle on this list! Old forester 1920 is absolutely delicious! Love your channel man!! 😊😊 cheers!

[@spg5658]

Smart

[@bobbriante2385]

OGD 114, Knob Creek 9 Year and Four Roses Single Barrel are in my current rotation.

[@slbdrinks]

All great choices!

[@CraigDoverton]

Amazing video and this is so helpful. The one I currently have from this group is the Coopers craft 100 proof amd I love it for $30 in my market. Highly recommend to anyone who likes bourbon with cherry cola notes.

[@anthonyavila4027]

Old Forester 1920 is my personal favorite and the rear bread is in my top 5 , hear in my area of Massachusetts it runs between $49 and &58 dollars since the summer of 2021 , also old grand dad 114 and Early times bottle and bond are not available in my Area, but I do have 11 of the 15 bottles you highlighted today all of them well worth the price and very enjoyable

[@gerardscimeca2487]

On almost all bourbon review videos I skip ahead to get the bottom line, but I watch yours all the way through - very informative, no fluff. Well done.

[@slbdrinks]

Appreciate that!

[@MrHoleinThree]

Just mixed my first Manhattan with 1792 Small Batch and it's "The leader in the clubhouse." Terrific. Thanks for this video.

[@TonyMuniz-ec3ri]

i really like all of them, since ive been watching you guys , i have been buying all kinds of the ryes, and the bourbons, thank you.had to build me a bigger cabinet, haha

[@KoalaT420]

I see guys like this sooooo much in my AA meetings.

[@christianbay3529]

What bourbon would you suggest for mixing drinks

[@slbdrinks]

I prefer a 100 proof or equivalent but that’s me. Past that mix with a bourbon you would drink straight. If you like it straight you will like it in a cocktail.

[@fredfernald8016]

On Christmas my son and I tried a bottle of Blade and Bow. On Thanksgiving we tried a bottle of 1792. I enjoyed the lesser priced 1792 over the Blade and Bow by a considerable margin.

[@jml6802]

Im fairly new to bourbon but ive really enjoyed bulleit, beam devils cut, 4 roses small batch, and redwood empire rye. I think theyre all great for the money.

[@garygage14]

Even Williams I think is fantastic and it’s super cheap. It’s great for mixing and is not bad for sipping straight. Also Woodford reserve is one of my favourites. Super cheap as well.

[@garygage14]

*Evan Williams

[@mikemason4792]

I have settled on Evan Williams. Great for mixing with Sprite or Coke. I don't drink much so a bottle last me a few months.

[@alexkalish8288]

Excellent selections and comments for many Bourbons I seldom try - thanks

[@CaptainMatteo]

9:16 you know it’s good when it gets the slap

[@elilessing2523]

Recommendations for a smooth sipping bourbon to go along with a Madura cigar? Currently enjoying Buffalo trace but looking for more additions to enjoy.

[@slbdrinks]

Unfortunately I do not smoke cigars but John J Bowman single would be an awesome addition if you like Buffalo Trace.

[@brooksmeyers1237]

I'm with you one the Knob-creek single barrel 120 proof...BINGO it's one of my favorites at that price!

[@CL4969]

I like it neat, but I have to admit I make Old Fashioned’s with it. I just really like how it hits you right where you live.

[@johnsivly9442]

Great list 90% are currently at my bar….. I will agree with you the old Forrester 100 is so solid and great to mix cocktails drink neat or over a cube of ice…. knob Creek‘s are so delicious in just about every expression they make… Elijah Craig always reminds me of a good cup of coffee in the morning that’s great To sip… comforting and very earthy if that makes sense…. as usual a fantastic list with prices skyrocketing everywhere staying under a reasonable budget is quintessential nowadays

[@slbdrinks]

EC was on my original list of 20.

[@ThranduilTX07]

I had already tried several of these. Knob Creek and Wild Turkey 101 are my favorites listed. I just bought a bottle of 1792 ($29.99 in Abilene, TX) and it is quite good. Not as good as Knob Creek, but still pretty good for sipping.

[@loke5713]

1792 is much better than knobcreek IMO

[@mofodave]

In case you watched the whole video but have a terrible memory like me.... Old Forester 100 Wild Turkey 101 Early Times Bottled in Bond 1792 Small Batch Old Grand-Dad 114 Russell's Reserve 10 year Coopers' Craft 100 Knob Creek 9 Jim Beam Single Barrel Maker's Mark Cask Strength Four Roses Single Barrel Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Wild Turkey Rare Breed Old Forester 1920 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Nulu Straight

[@Andrew-fr3bp]

Awesome list! The OGD114, Coopers, MM-CS, Rare Breed & the Knob-SB has already been on my list to buy for awhile now.

[@johnnycampbell3422]

If you get a chance go to a whiskey bar or some liquor store allow tasting (ask them). Find what you like. WT101 has been my go to with Rare Breed being my special. Russell's reserve recently is replacing both.

[@TheNewGranada]

here in my area of NY, WTRB is $42 for the bourbon and $53 for the rye. i'm enjoying your channel, thank you!

[@rickwebermusic]

Great video! One of my favorites (not on your list) is EW BIB. Up until this past year, I could grab a 1.75L bottle for $27 out the door. Now I'm paying about $32- which I still think is a good deal for what I'm getting. I love it neat, but will sometimes put an ice cube in it. No doubt that it punches well above its price point. Surely can't go wrong with the OF 100 proof either! Fantastic stuff on the cheap!

[@krickit]

You boys drink cheap in your part of the country! On 12 Dec 22, I picked up a bottle of Knob Creek #9 at our local ‘Idaho State run’ liquor store for $39.95 + $2.40 State Tax, totaling a whopping $42.35!! I liked the #9. It was very good but a little mild, maybe sweeter tasting, than I prefer. I remain a Wild Turkey devotee but certainly wouldn’t turn down a Knob Creek #9 moving forward down the road of life… I appreciate your ‘crew’s’ fun approach to introducing people to our country’s rich Bourbon heritage..

[@stevenmathews1654]

One thing that I would personally like to see when you do these reviews of multiple bottles, is to provide a list of the bourbons you are presenting in the description. This would help so we could take a screenshot of it and forward it to an email or a printer, etc.

[@Firenmage433]

He said get your notepad out though

[@CameronLestagez]

many don’t do it because they just want their question answered and go to the description and not watch the content he worked hard on

[@sambacherr]

@@CameronLestagez Came here to say this. No offense, but if someone wants a written out list, just Google it. Creators on KZbin spend a lot of time on these videos and should not be expected to create options that allow the viewer to not even watch one second of the video.

[@dfanman1]

I have all those bottles except for Early times BIB, Old Grandad 114, Coopers Craft those I have never seen in my area, and the Jim Beam and the Elijah Craig not sure if I've ever seen the Nulu in my area either but I have all the rest of those bottles and I enjoy all of those. Great video!

[@jandasalovich6469]

Hey Kurt, great videos. My wife and I just started on our journey of experiencing bourbons and other whiskeys. These videos that you and your son do are very informative and have helped us to start at the start. The first five bottles we have now unopened are Wild Turkey 101, Rare Breed, Maker’s Mark (Bill’s Recipe No 46) French Oak, Maker’s Mark Cask Strength and an Irish Whiskey called Red Locks. Thanks again for the videos. Now to get a couple of your Glen Carin glasses. 👍🏻

[@slbdrinks]

Great start! Enjoy the journey my friend!

[@robertstrickland2121]

Pretty much my bar, russles single instead of 10, KC 12 instead of 9, and JD single barrel instead of Beam. Nulu toasted store pick, really good

[@tedsalmon2533]

A great list, all great pours. Here in TN WTRB has been $52 for quite a while Old Forester 1920 is at $65. Too much for the 1920 but the Rare Breed is still a bargain to me.

[@jeffcsMN]

Wow great review. So many to choose from! So which bourbon do you recommend most that I can enjoy neat OR in an Old Fashioned?

[@slbdrinks]

Personally I would recommend Old Forester 100 proof. Light on the wallet but an excellent bourbon! Good sipper and great mixer.

[@SandraRubenstein]

What a great show! Thank you so much for all your hard work. Being new at collecting bourbon I really appreciated this information and was pleasantly surprised to know that I have had most of these bottles at one time or another on my bar. Only one I would add is Eagle Rare which is hard to find in my area but one of my all time favorites. My son just got me a bottle from Virginia at $40 and I think that’s a great value too for some fabulous juice. 🥃

[@slbdrinks]

Agree ER is a great buy at msrp or close! I didn’t add it to the list because of its exclusivity.

[@dashx1103]

You are correct, sir, that Wild Turkey 101 is "the bomb." It would be a bargain at twice the price. Definitely my "go-to" bourbon. Nice to know I'm not the only one.

[@hunterrgntr]

Always,ALWAYS an informative and entertaining show!!

[@philb6409]

Thx for the list! Rare Breed is about $47 in New Orleans area & has been for a while; Four Roses SB $41; Knob Creek SB now $50. Cheers!

[@hdfiuhl]

Thanks for info on Rare Breed! In Czech republic still for 790CZK, which is 33,50 dollars... Going to buy some more.... Still do not understand how Rare Breed can be so easily bought here and for such a price, while most of your list is not even sold here unfortunately....

[@slbdrinks]

To be honest I agree with you and am very confused as to how all that works. Good for you through so take advantage of it!

[@MJHiteshew]

This warms my heart! I have ALL of these on my bar except the Coopers and Nulu. GMTA!!

[@schwisow9688]

I currently have 12/15 bottles you selected. I personally like the OGD bonded better than the 114 but both are solid. A few others I like that are great value are Jim Beam Double Oak, Larceny Small Batch, and Very Old Barton. I believe u have reviewed them in the past. Keep up the good work!

[@slbdrinks]

VOB is an excellent bottom shelfer!

[@dirkderolf4021]

Another nod to OGD BIB. Great video, as usual. Keep up the great work!

[@DileepB]

Great list. WT Rare Breed is $45 in Oregon. I just picked up a Maker's Mark 46 for $22 at Costco in WA.

[@lorvik66]

Absolutely love your channel! Got my last bottle of Rare Breed for $44 at a big box store in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area about a month ago. Now they're out of stock, but I can find it at several other stores around me for $52 to $58. I'm afraid the price at the big box store will go up significantly when back in stock. When I compare it to other barrel proof bourbons, I do think it is worth that higher price- just love it- my favorite... but dang, it is just insanely incredible in that 40ish price range. Oh well- can still get a 1 liter bottle of good ol' 101 for $25. Hope that price stays where it's at. I can't believe I can get it for that price when I love the flavor profile so, so much!

[@slbdrinks]

Agreed!

[@billbanta7189]

I don’t mix bourbon. Have you posted your best sipping whiskeys? Neat or on ice?

[@slbdrinks]

We do have a show on my favorite bourbons over ice.

[@taunaengus4978]

You picked a bunch of my favorites. I can't afford to buy a lot of bottles so I generally follow your lead. Wild Turkey 101 is my main go to. I love that Rare Breed though and I keep it for special occasions. Here in Oregon, it's $44.95 which is a great buy! Thanks for your work and your shows.

[@slbdrinks]

Glad you loved them!

[@jamesstevenson5193]

You missed the JD single barrel barrel proof, great product.

[@rickmandel8233]

Great list once again!! Rare Breed here in South Dakota has always been around 50-55....still worth every penny in my opinion 👍 I am also not a fan of most Jim Beams however the Double Oak is a good pour.

[@funkyfindlay13]

Same here in Florida. I’ve only ever seen the Rare Breed at $50-$55. And I too agree that it’s worth the value. The Rye as well! YUM!

[@anthonymanna4218]

Love this list. I have tried or own several. My personal limit is $60 for bourbon. So many great bourbon's for $60 or less!

[@slbdrinks]

No doubt!

[@Robert.Sheard]

I would love to see Wild Turkey release the Rare Breed Unchillfiltered here in the US. They do it for the rye, but not the bourbon. Kurt, I'd love to see a mini-series of videos for someone just starting to build a bourbon collection. What are the first 5 you'd buy? The next? The next? The next? I've become more of a Scotch drinker, but I still want a good core of bourbon choices in my bar.

[@G_P_G]

I would think that would probably be too similar to some of the other videos they have done to make it worth while. I mean this video alone is a good start for your first 15 bottles, and then they have alot of videos recommending their favorite $30 bourbon's, then step up to their video on favorite $40 or $50 (i forgot the number) bottles. They have done this for bourbon''s, ryes, scotches, etc.

[@slbdrinks]

I also would love to try a rare breed nonchill filtered! Appreciate your recommendation!

[@UncleMike81]

This was my favorite bourbon video on KZbin. If you ask me? #1 Evan Williams bib #2 old grand dad 114, and #3 wild turkey Rare Breed. Is game theory optimal if you wanted the best in test. merica 🇺🇸 Mike

[@OldFashionedWays]

Great list. had most, gonna have to pick up russells 10 and knob creek 9... I also use OGD 114 for cocktails and will use WT101 for cocktails and infusions too. so many best bang for your buck. thanks for all the hard work and sharing. cheers

[@jimbattista1120]

What bourban goes best with a killer indica bud?

[@slbdrinks]

Sorry, no idea what that is.

[@dwayne7356]

Just found your channel. I always stock 11 of the 15 you mentioned. I started two years trying to rank my bourbons weighted by costs for everyday sipping. In the early 2000's my wife got a bottle of 23-yr-old Pappy Van Winkle for $125 and I thought it was the best bourbon ever back then. My local liquor store currently has a bottle for $9,999. It will never taste that good for that price. I'll take a bottle of Wild Turkey 101 any day for the taste at a reasonable price.

[@slbdrinks]

Completely agree! Great buy on the 23 yr congrats!

[@mikepugh2806]

Thanks for the big list! No one can limit their fav’s to just 5. That said, I just bought a new handle of WT101, and can’t believe how good it is for the $$$. I have a couple other great bottles handy for company this weekend - WT Rare Breed and Woodford Double Oaked. The 101 stands up pretty good against them for half the price.

[@slbdrinks]

Great options!

[@chrispugh1348]

Good stuff!

[@vetman548]

I just bought a bottle of Rare Breed because of your recommendation. I live just east of Cincinnati and paid around 54 for it. This was worth every penny. Wow is this stuff good. Got it at our local Kroger's store only bottle they had left and I have never seen it before.

[@scottamori3188]

So nice to see a channel that doesn’t dismiss the Jim Beam, Knob Hill and Elijah Craig bourbons. They deliver for the price and you can even use them in cooking without cringing at the price. Well done.

[@timarmstrong2338]

Great choices, not as knowledgeable as many of you but I found I really like Rebel 100 and I can usually find Weller Reserve near me for 25.00.

[@FishOn1]

I recently found George Dickel Single Barrel 15 year old TN Whisky. While technically not a bourbon, it's close enough in my view and currently my best buy recommendation at ~$60. I definitely agree with your Old Foster, Early Times, Coopers Craft, and Jim Beam selections. I'd go with Elijah Craig small batch over the BP. I'd add Chattanooga 91 and 111 as well as Wheel Horse to your list if you can find them.

[@slbdrinks]

I believe Trent has the Dickel 15. Need to give that a try!

[@tonymcguir7392]

Came across a bottle of George Dickel bourbon. Till then I thought that Four Roses was going to be my go-to. Now I have two!

[@bradleesulentic2968]

Tennessee whiskey, by definition, a bourbon. So, any Tennessee whiskey can go on a bourbon ranking list.

[@at8000rpm]

Honestly Rare Breed is my favorite bourbon I have, absolutely fantastic. My area is been at $50 for a long time

[@robkirby7827]

As always from SLB and gang…great show and great list! Couldn’t agree more!

[@michaelcooper9537]

I love Four Roses small batch. When I can find it, Buffalo Trace. been drinking the 86 proof Old Forester most evening. I am all about budget (4 kids).

[@johnfernandez345]

You've put together a really solid list of recommendations, most of which are widely available, even here in Oregon (except the KC SiB, which I never see). Well done. Cheers!

[@boydmasonlake1995]

Best value for me is the OF1920, so good on so many levels. Jackie Zacan made big moves while at OF. Anxious to try her new venture, Hidden Barn.

[@slbdrinks]

Would love to find that Hidden Barn here soon!

[@primaltone]

Great selections. I've had 14 and agree they are all fantastic. Even though prices are creeping up, how awesome is it that we have so many great choices for premium juice that range from cheap to at least reasonable? Money a major contributor as to why I don't get into Scotch as much.

[@slbdrinks]

Understand that. Scotch can be a bit more of an investment.

[@gordonno11]

What's your opinion on Jim Beam Devil's cut and the black label?.... I drink both, was just looking for someone else's opinion....thanks!

[@slbdrinks]

I think there both decent quality.

[@tonyn152]

Great list! Had them all (except for the last one) and totally agree. I was also shocked to see the Rare Breed for $56 at my local Binny's a few weeks ago. I used to get it at Costco for around $42, but haven't seen it in a while.

[@chu88y1]

Binnys had their Buffalo Trace barrel pick earlier this week.....maybe too late FYI ....its really good

[@slbdrinks]

So our area in general has seen the biggest increase it looks like. Not cool.

[@anthonylinn5093]

thanks for your honest reviews.. If you have never had The Clover single barrel you are missing out...50.00 bottle here in myrtle beach sc...another one of my newer favorites is driftless glenn a total wine pick. Flavors are up there with hundred dollar bottles...thanks foer your honest reviews...

[@AdamN-uq9fy]

OGD 114 is always in my bar. For $32, hard to beat it. It’s got a real nice burn with some great flavors

[@rickmandel8233]

I'm with ya Adam.....love ODG114👍

[@danzig187]

Agreed. So tasty, but so rare to see it in California. I think they stopped bringing it in or something.

[@jeffmcneil805]

Rare breed here in Charlotte NC is $52 also. Our favorites right now are, woodinville straight bourbon whiskey. High west bourbon also very good. Nelson’s green briar Tennessee whiskey also surprisingly very good. Jesse James American outlaw bourbon, $16.95 80 proof was also one of our favorites

[@slbdrinks]

Boy you named a few I have never tried! The Woodenville was in my original list of 20. Great buy!

[@ShastaCountyLand]

Solid lineup. Like Trenton in your Old Forester full line review, I think I like the 1910 a bit more than the 1920. I need to have them side by side to confirm, but the 1910 is smooth and delicious. I've got most of those bottles. Glad you put MM cask strength in. One of my overall favorites, and well worth anything under $40.

[@slbdrinks]

No doubt! 1910 is a wonderful bourbon as well!

[@tennesseetexan1957]

When I was younger, working in the oil field, I was introduced to a bourbon whiskey called “ Jeremiah Weed”. It was so smooth and tasty! Unfortunately, now in my older age, I have been unable to find it. Just wondering if it was still available?

[@CGsYTChannel]

ECBP Store picks are always a buy in my book.. also I would add Eagle Rare at MSRP to this list

[@johnnycampbell3422]

Rarely see Eagle rare. Actually saw a bottle yesterday for $70.... pass.

[@BigBadJerryRogers]

At MSRP is right. It's a solid value at 30, 40 tops but that's not happening anymore. People need to stop buying eagle rare and drive the price down. Nobody should be paying $60-70 or even more for that. That's a perfect example of overvalued.

[@johnnycampbell3422]

@@BigBadJerryRogersagreed. I did pay $30 for regular buffalo trace and had a couple pours from it with no regret, but

[@slbdrinks]

Have never seen an ECBP store pick so that’s cool! I left out allocated bottles but you are absolutely correct! ER and Buffalo Trace are fantastic buys at retail.

[@michaelhoffer9172]

I have the first 15 and love them all. I can still find Rare Breed for $37.61 at one store, $39.95 at another. It is as much as $47 at other places, but that store gives me a !0% discount as they do all first responders, so it is still a great deal. Love the show. It is as entertaining as it is informative.

[@fishhead680]

What state are you located?

[@michaelhoffer9172]

@@fishhead680 Mississippi

[@michaelhoffer9172]

@@fishhead680 Mississippi

[@fishhead680]

Gotcha - long way from Maine!

[@slbdrinks]

Awesome pricing! Thank you buddy for all you do for your community!

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

Nice list. Not super hyped about 1792, but I wouldn't turn down a double. Wild Turkey > Old Forester. Not crazy about Russell's. Love Knob Creek and Old GranDad. Discovered Cooper's very recently and love it. For me, the best bourbons foe the money are: Buffalo Trace, Balcones Pot Still, and Rare Breed.

[@Charles_in]

I agree with the old Forster,wild turkey 101,4roses single,Russel’s, both knob creeks, rare breed,1920, Elijah Craig

[@MrStreetninja007]

I appreciate the hours put into this video for us to watch

[@slbdrinks]

Labor of love lol

[@jonathangrauer3050]

I have settled on the Knob Creek 9 and the 4 Roses Single barrel as the best price/ quality ratio and as my house bourbons. But any of these are solid suggestions and this video has my wanted to return to the 1920. Cheers

[@timmeyer8563]

Rare Breed at Total Wine on Long Island is $54.99

[@BridgeFourDave]

Here in central KY, Rare Breed is also $50-$55 now. Used to be $40 regularly until recently.

[@robertbooth3367]

Excellent lineup 👏 Pretty tough and highly debatable category but can't disagree with any of those choices ( sure others will ) Always looking for the best VALUES in bourbon and this definitely highlights 15 of them - at different price points. Great job!!

[@slbdrinks]

Thank you!

[@tragic504]

I slept on bottle that I enjoyed over the regular wild turkey is the Wild Turkey Rye 101 $17 I almost finished the whole bottle during the 4th of July holidays.

[@chriss1757]

Your first 3 are 3 of my all-time favorites! Rare Breed has always been $69 here. Everything you laid out I have not tried is on my must buy list. I take my KC Single Barrel neat, but will try over ice. I would've added regular EC small batch to that list.

[@slbdrinks]

EC was in my original list of 20.

[@ShastaCountyLand]

Rare Breed has always been in the $60ish range out here in northern CA. Costco had it for $52 the last time I picked some up. Never seen in under $50. But only been collecting for less than a year.

[@anonjohn69]

Jeez. I can get rare breed here in TX for $46. Maybe I should start buying more bottles. Russel's SiB is $63 for me.

[@scottmorrison6027]

Rare Breed would be 62 in Utah, but in the states wisdom, it has been discontinued. I like your list, I have most of them and many would be called my daily drinkers. Keep it up!

[@daviddegeorgia7955]

I enjoy your videos. What do you all think of the Old Tub BIB? I have been able to get it for $18 a bottle and to me it is great bourbon at that price. I like it better than EW BIB for under $20. I did make a note to buy Early Times BIB if I see it

[@slbdrinks]

I def like OT bib better than EW. Good quality low cost bourbon.

[@markdunn1931]

Rare Breed $ 47 in ID. It's increased around 5-6 $. Still a good buy, cheers.

[@johnf.kennedy5454]

Prices all seem to be going up. Last week I saw Wild Turkey 101 for $32 in Lexington, KY. The good thing I was able buy 2 bottles of Early Times and a bottle of Old Grand Dad Bottled in Bond. Both are impossible to find in Ohio.

[@slbdrinks]

Sad.

[@halp.3640]

I just purchased a 1.75 L of Wild Turkey 101 for $33.95 here in Florida.. Yum

[@DHARMN00]

Just recently tried Wild Tuekey's Rare Breed Rye barrel strength. It was nice. Here in middleTennessee, the regular barrel strength was about $54, the rye about $65.

[@pwrbomb1970]

Hmm. This a good one to ponder. Here is my list in no particular order. Kirkland Premium Small Batch, Legent, Balcones Pot Still, Chattanooga 111, John J Bowman, Eagle Rare, Rare Breed, Redemption Wheated, Old Forester 1910, Four Roses Single Barrel, New Riff Single Barrel, Buffalo Trace, Boone County Small Batch and Toasted Cask.

[@slbdrinks]

Nice list! I left off ER and BT only because of their exclusivity. At msrp they are a great buy! New Riff sb was on my original list of 20.

[@pwrbomb1970]

@@slbdrinks I thought the same with BT and ER but added them based on the quality you get for the money. I do understand why they may not get on a list such as this though.

[@scottrosen3715]

I like the 4 Roses small batch way better! You need to try Bradshaw bourbon! It is one of the best bourbons for under $40!! Also Wyoming Whiskey reserve is off the charts! Enjoy

[@rustybearden1800]

My price point for bourbons (and really, for any fine spirit) is $30 - anything beyond this price point starts to wander into backstory, packaging and marketing rather than simple, straightforward quality and craftsmanship. There are exceptions, of course but it's my opinion and benchmark and it works well for me. Generally, it comes down to aging and storage, which are admittedly expensive and logistically difficult but there is a point where it's somewhat moot and becomes more of a backstory and marketing ploy rather than affecting an actual discerning difference of quality. My new fascination (and example of this theory in reality) is Bottled in Bond - it's the first thing I go to when deciding on a purchase. From there it offers up so many options and discoveries - kinda like the "single malt" of bourbons - a good reference point. Just my humble opinion - great post!

[@slbdrinks]

Great opinion and I can’t agree more!

[@rustybearden1800]

@@slbdrinks LOVE your "no BS" style and attitude - keep swillin' and no spillin'!

[@slbdrinks]

Ha! Love that!