THE BEST BOURBONS FOR BEGINNERS

Trenny and C list off the top bourbons for beginners and they will surprise you!
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[@tracycc123]

Just came across you guys. You won me over on the drink what you like and how you want to drink it. As we know well, taste is subjective at best! Great vid guys!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey Tracy, glad you stumbled across our channel. Happy to hear you enjoyed the video and our perspective on whiskey. We'd love it if you'd subscribe and check out some of our other videos too.

[@garret2uga]

Great list! I scooped my first bottle of Bookers this morning and have no regrets. Long time whiskey drinker but your videos are opening up doors to a new world. Thank you!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey garret, thanks for commenting, glad you're enjoying the videos. Good choice on the Bookers! Cheers

[@robertboileau9401]

Of the ones I've tried from your list I prefer Woodford. It has a nice cinnamon bite to it which is the type of thing I go for. I also just finished a bottle of Knob Creek. I enjoyed it but not as much as Woodford. Thanks for your videos.

[@felicityryan6671]

I am 18 years old and a good entry level whiskey is makers mark. I am hooked on it now❤

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Wow we have whisky that’s older than you! I hope you’re legal drinking age?!

[@smashexentertainment676]

Let a bottle of Maker's Mark roll in a trunk of your car on hot days for a couple of weeks. If you like roasted honey pop-corn, it'd be like a nectar of gods )

[@mybourbonjourney]

Very nice guys, this should be very helpful to all the beginners out there. As you well know all the selections can make your head spin. You still getting the EC big red 12 by you guys?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey buddy, yah we can still find some EC12 around here. Keep your ears open for a little shoutout coming soon.

[@mybourbonjourney]

Awesome, really Appreciate that, cheers guys

[@seangalloway4179]

Evan Williams always has a special place in my heart. Thanks for including my baby!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

EW BiB is so good for the price, glad you like the list Sean.

[@drax14QC]

I'm pretty new to Bourbon, so far I'm really enjoying it. My first one was Bulleit. I've also had Wild Turkey (81 proof) and Maker's Mark. My next one is Buffalo Trace, just bought it.. can't wait to try it!

[@drax14QC]

So I bought Buffalo Trace, tasted it tonight.. wow! Really good, easy drinking. Great product 👌

[@plokzi]

Where are you now, a year later? Any good discoveries?

[@drax14QC]

@@plokzi oh for sure! I’ve had Wild Turkey 101, Knob Creek, pretty much my favorites, also Evan Williams, Old Forester 86 and my latest is Four Roses standard 80 proof, pretty good for the price! And I’ve also had some Rye and Scotch !

[@luiswells5629]

I agree totally that Bookers should be on this list. Why should a beginner be required to drink a lower quality bourbon before advancing to a classic? The same with Scotch. My first Scotch remains a favorite, Laphroaig 10-Year Cask Strength. I've heard many say beginners should not start with an Islay...but it got me hooked! (My first bourbon was Old Grand-Dad 86 proof. Showing my age, huh?) Great video guys! Thanks.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thank Luis, seems like we're on the same page when it comes to beginner whisky!

[@kentuckybourbontraveler]

Greetings from the home of the Derby, Four Roses 80 Proof for less than $20 a bottle is a fantastic beginner Bourbon and won the Peoples Choice Bluegrass Award here in "Bourbon Country" Kentucky. The lack of a burn and fruit and caramel butterscotch highlights make it the best beginner whiskey I've came across. My brother a Dr in Colorado was able to find it but it's not rare just largely unknown outside Kentucky. I don't work for "Roses" I do a you tube webcast "Kentucky Bourbon Traveler".

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Excellent recommendation Ken, thanks!

[@markhaakana5296]

Great list guys. I do agree with the Four Roses should be on the list also. I was fortunate to visit all of these distilleries a couple of months ago. Learning all of the processes and history behind these bourbons has enhanced my experience drinking them.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Oh man you're so lucky to have visited the distilleries!

[@dramdude9502]

Those are some good beginners but I definitely agree the 4 roses small batch should be in there. But as you said, most importantly just have fun with it. I spend a good amount of money on whisky and have well over 100 bottles but I still enjoy a Jack and Coke every now and then. Cheers!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Would have included the 4 Roses Small Batch but I drank it all! 😂 I'm just like you. Love my bourbon but I enjoy a Jack and Coke or 2 or 3 or 4.........

[@jydymyyyr9630]

Looks very reminiscent to the whiskeys I started with. Good selection!

[@ThisIsNotACigar]

Being a Scotch-guy and just a few steps into the bourbon journey, to me your most controversial pick is the Jim Beam white label. Yes, you can get it in every supermarket (I should mention I live in central europe at this point), but it was responsible for me thinking "bourbon is rubbish" for a lot of years. Luckily I came across a Evan Williams 1783 (which is also dirt cheap) on a whisky fair, that made me realise that bourbon is not uninteresting at all. At this time Four Roses Single Barrel is my favourite, but I already have some unopened contenders on my shelf, waiting for me to get into a bourbon-mood. One more thing: Many US and Canadian youtubers complain about scotch being hard to get and expensive, while bourbon is relatively cheap and widely available. Well, it's exactly the other way around at my place. Really like your videos and your laid back, tongue-in-cheek approach. Have just subbed. Keep on entertaining me guys and cheers from Vienna/Austria.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey thanks for watching! Great comment!

[@davidschweibold256]

As a beginner in the bourbon world, I’ve found myself buying and trying different bottles, but the more I drink, the more I just come back to Jim Beam white label. I love to drink it neat and the price can’t be beat.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

You should taste your way through the Jim Beam lineup! So many good options for low prices. Try the devils cut!

[@davidschweibold256]

Trenny and C thank you for the recommendation, I went and got some Devils Cut and some Jim Beam Bottled in Bond. I hope to try Bookers soon.

[@foodquig]

All of your choices are good ones. I either started my bourbon journey with Maker's Mark or Elijah Craig 12 long before they had that fire. I came to bourbon after trying Canadian and then Scotch, and I enjoy most of it. I agree with all of your choices except the Booker's. For some reason the bottle I got a couple of years ago did not thrill me. Maybe I should try a bottle from another batch one of these years... Now, I know you guys love to hate Duke whiskey, but it's not really bad whiskey at all. The only terrible thing about it is the ninety dollar price tag. If it was being sold for $30 I would be drinking it daily!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

So you don't like Bookers but you like the Duke?! You might find yourself alone on that one. Ah hahaha cheers buddy!

[@foodquig]

I don't much care for Old No. 7 either, so I guess my palate is a statistical outlier...

[@foodquig]

PS. To Your Health!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

And to yours my friend!

[@brianstauffacher]

just ordered two bottles of Weller 12 from online. I I drank one and I'm saving the other one for a rainy day. So delicious. Have you tried it?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Yummm! That stuff is nice. We have a review on the way' thanks for the comment. Cheers! - Trenny

[@ralphwatten2426]

I like the Beam for drinking, mixing with lemonade and making barbecue sauce. I too like the Bookers but the damn boxes are starting to pile up. My wife has taken to "repurposing" them, so that helps out a lot.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

I was thinking those boxes probably make for great kindling for starting my fireplace?!

[@thewhiskyfriend5282]

Great video boys....I'm a big malt whisky guy...but earlier in the year I was recommended a bourbon and it was the Elijah Craig barrel proof and lads it is spectacular....this is now my go to bourbon....keep up the good work...

[@jasonmiller4080]

I think the choices you list for beginners are good especially the Woodford, Buffalo Trace, & Eagle rare. I definitely would include the small batch 4 roses in there as it’s sweet and a real easy drinker. I disagree with the Jim Beam and Bookers. The bookers although flavorful tends to be a bit harsh for new palates and I’m not a fan of the JB unless there’s some Coca Cola in it! Thanks for the video gents

[@scotchgod8478]

I used to think that Bourbon is all rubbish till i found Elijah Craig, my favorite one. what i like most about it is it's teakwood flavour and i bought like the 6th bottle or so. best bang for the buck and heads and shoulders above all that Jim or Jack rubbish. Btw Blanton's is also very good, imho

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Completely agree! E.C. is the bench mark of how good a bourbon can be. They've consistently put out a great product. Their barrel proof release is one of the best whiskey's I've ever tasted. Blantons is amazing too.. around here Blanton's is very expensive. Cheers! - Trenny

[@tadcar43]

I agree with your recommendations. Booker's is my all time favorite Bourbon. Despite the high ABV, it goes down smoothly neat and with little or no alcohol burn, which is quite pleasantly surprising to the palate. I would also recommend Larceny as a beginner's bourbon. I enjoy Larceny neat, but it also works well as a mixer. It also has a great price point.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

We look forward to reviewing Larceny. It's hard to find around these parts. Thanks for the comment. -Trenny

[@ralphb.3802]

BTW Elijah Craig invented bourbon by shipping corn whisky, from Bourbon County, in charred barrels. The barrels were charred to clean and sanitize them, because they previously held fish. When the whisky arrived it took on the flavors and color from the barrel that we all love today.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks for that! We will talk about it in an episode one of these days. Cheers- Trenny

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Mmmmm fish whisky! -C

[@OGbrick420]

there's another version of the story that says Craigs barn caught fire and rather than throwing away the partially burned barrels he filled them and sent them instead. new orleans wrote back and asked for more 'red' bourbon from the burnt barrels

[@civraypete]

Hi you two, I'm not sure if you read these comments but it's worth a try, I'm in the UK and normally drink Brandy as I have a sweet tooth (I also have a connection with France), I do drink Whisky as well as it was something my dad used to drink and I started my spirits drinking on Glenfiddich 12yo, I've been trying to find a very sweet (but not sickly false sweet) but also smooth Whisky (so that counts Jack Daniels out then), which I'm having trouble trying to find with Scotch, can you please recommend me a Bourbon that is creamy toffee sweet, smooth, not too spicy but still has a decent flavour and is pretty easy to get as the choice in the UK is pretty crap (the well known brands are easy to come by but not smaller makers), unless you're prepared to pay stupid amounts from a specialist Whisky retailer (which I'm not really prepared to do), I managed to find a bottle of Four Roses small batch but after a short time it seemed to develop this horrid pickled gherkin (cucumber) taste (you know the little green slices of pickle you find in a Big Mac), which put me off trying Bourbon again but I'm willing to give it another try, hope you can help please, many thanks Pete.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey buddy! A couple ideas are Eagle Rare and Blantons bourbon. If you can’t find those ones let us know and we’ll recommend some others. Good luck!

[@civraypete]

@@trennyandcwhisky Wow thanks for the quick reply, I've just googled your recommendations and the Eagle rare hopefully shouldn't be too difficult to find but the Blantons is going to be hard to get (and expensive by the look of it), many thanks for your help.

[@PuddinWS]

Like your channel. May not agree with all the choices for beginners. Have to say that Bookers may be a little to much for a beginner to really enjoy all the flavors coming at them. Not to say they should not try it, just that after someone has been enjoying bourbon for a while and learned more about the different flavors to notice. Then come back to some thing like bookers to then enjoy what it has to offer. Growing up in KY, bourbon is a staple to the idea of tradition and quality. Always love seeing people show there love for KY spirits. Keep up the good work on your page love it.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey thank you Louis, much appreciate your point of view and comments! Cheers and subscribe too!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

For me I was already a relatively well Experienced scotch drinker. So coming to a cask strength bourbon is def what made me appreciate how good bourbon! Thanks for the comment! -Trenny

[@UndeadEarth1]

I really appreciate the comment "drink it how you like it" because I've had that experience where someone told me I was doing it wrong and it was really annoying and insulting - and as someone who had just started to enjoy Bourbon, I had a moment of fear that I was trespassing on some sacred rule.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Exactly! The whisky snobs want you to feel intimidated! That’s partly the motivation for our channel, advertising the fun of whisky to the next generation of enthusiasts! Don’t forget to Subscribe buddy!

[@strutt01]

Now this is a good bourbon video. They haven't shown a full bottle yet! :)

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Ah hahaha we don’t have any full bottles 🤣

[@chrisb48907]

thanks for the video..i am new to bourbon, so far i have knob creek 9 year old, buffalo trace and knob creek maple..going to try the others u have listed funny i never went or tried regular Jim Beam..lol Cheers from Camrose , Alberta

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey Chris, it sounds like you have a great start to your Bourbon collection! Bonus living in Alberta, the best province for buying liquor, good selection and great prices. When it comes to Bourbon I say buy lots, try lots! We'd love to have another fellow Canadian subscriber if you click the button Chris, thanks!

[@chrisb48907]

I already subscribed fellas..bout an hour ago..lol

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey thanks Chris, that's great.

[@seanspangler6027]

I have 22 bottles of bookers, this is at the top of my list. I have bottles from 2013,2014,2015,2016 and the newest 2017 tommys batch. All unopened

[@trennyandcwhisky]

You should try opening one, they're delicious! 😂

[@seanspangler6027]

I open a couple when I get them. I buy them by the case and drink 3 and put 3 back.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Well played Sean. You'll be pleased with that decision when the price hits $100+

[@halaloola12]

Nice list ...Eagle Rare from Buffalo Trace Distillery is 90 bucks in New Zealand

[@trennyandcwhisky]

That's a little steep for sure. But you could do worse for $90 Cheers - trenny

[@dawson0000]

I'm surprised you didn't add Maker's Mark. It's an excellent introduction to bourbons.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Can't really argue with Makers Mark, easily could have made the list too!

[@DeerHunter308]

I disagree on the Bookers. It is not the best beginner Bourbon. It is the BEST Bourbon. I only discovered this late last year and was lucky to find a local liquor store where they had 4 different editions on the shelf. bought them all. I am a lucky man.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

No Martin.....we are the lucky ones! Lucky to have you as a viewer!

[@DeerHunter308]

No....I am the lucky one to have you two beautiful guys in my life. I love you guys...!

[@markorocka1422]

Martin Collmer noooooooooooooo

[@MichaelWellman1955]

I recently (in the last month) got into bourbon after taking the bourbon trail tour. This seems like a polarizing topic but in my limited view you hit on all the bourbons for beginners. I've had them all except Bookers & Elijah Craig (which I will remedy soon). Love Eagles Rare. Also, Angels Envy is pretty nice

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey Michael, thanks for watching and commenting. Great to hear you're getting into bourbon. If you haven't already, make sure to try several Bourbon side by side. Take your time nosing and tasting them to really get the profiles. Having several at the same time will really help you understand the differences. Cheers

[@wildernessman760]

Makers mark is also delicious. I think it is very friendly also makes a great old fashioned. And one other is Knob creek small batch it's a great smooth delicious sipper neat. Nice video guys. And what was in the Glenncairn glasses.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Ginger Beer and Makers Mark with a splash of bitters! That’s a Mark and Stormy! So Freaking good! -C

[@wildernessman760]

Trenny and C ok yes ty for that I will try it.

[@abyss5469]

I'm going to have my first bottle tonight, I'm considering jim beam white or black

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Go with the Black! Subscribe?

[@abyss5469]

Trenny and C went with the black, tried it on the rocks and with ginger ale, was not disappointed!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks god! Our credibility remains intact! 😂

[@rehhn3313]

Love watching your show full of vitally important information when trying and understanding the world of whiskey. Watched you guys for the first time live with the scotch test dummies. Quite impressive collection and three buffalo trace products amazing bourbon I must say. Also I really love the Elijah Craig 12 as well unfortunately they already took the ago statement off of the bottle bought one a few weeks ago. Keep up the great work

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks Ryan, glad to hear the live stream helped with exposure, too bad the connection was so shitty. We'll do it again soon hopefully!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Have you checked out our Best Beginner Scotch video yet? There's a few more suggestions for you in that video.

[@jlea2480]

What do you think of Bulleit bourbon? ...i use it for hot toddys alot

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hot Toddy is probably the only way I’m interested in drinking Bulleit bourbon. I’m just not a fan. But Bulleit Rye is great!

[@MeisterMiso]

Well my first Bourbon was the Knob Creek. I rly like this one a lot.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Knob Creek can be a bit spicey and strong for some Beginners, so if you liked it right away I'd say the bourbon world is wide open for you! Cheers buddy thanks for watching and commenting.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Bookers Bourbon is next for you! - Trenny

[@MeisterMiso]

Agreed, nevertheless I loved it (still do). Bookers is nest on my list, but I prefer some good old Scotch, thats why I am not too familiar with all these Bourbons. Great video tho. :)

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Great choice! Bookers is exceptional!

[@Muzzy519]

Subscribed. Are you in Canada? LOL. How cut where you making this video?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Yes we are in Canada! B.C. to be exact. Cheers - Trenny

[@sntpint]

Good list. Love the channel. Add Makers 46 and JR Ewing to the list. The Ewing was a bit of a surprise but I would buy it again for sure.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Notchriswigley]

Thank you T and C. I guess I have a bit of an unfair advantage since I live in Louisville, KY. Lol. The market is getting insane. Booker's has gone from $46 to $76 in a year hear in KY. I enjoy the "Willett" taste. The Old Bardstown is fairly poor, and I was surprisingly disappointed with Rowan's Creek. The plain Willett pot-still Bourbon is excellent and almost refreshing. I appreciate the flavor profile promoted by Kentucky Bourbon distillers KBD. Not quite a love-it-or-hate-it distillery, but distinctive. It's funny how much I dislike JB White Label, yet love some of their other offerings, but if you are mixing Old-Fashioneds, or Manhattans, Old Grandad 114 can, quite simply, not be beaten. Thanks for the great work guys!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks for watching and commenting Chris. Cheers!

[@jeffcoole741]

Pretty good list guys. When you limit your list to eight your always going to leave some good ones out as others have already indicated. Three of your choices are not bourbons that I like all that well neat or with a bit of water or ice, and those are Jim Beam white label, Evan Williams BIB and maybe Weller Special Reserve. I would have deleted those three and included Jim Beam Black label, Evan Williams 1873 and maybe Larceny instead of WSR. Of course that still leaves out a bunch of great bourbons, including 4 Roses that you mentioned. What about Old Grandad, Wild Turkey or Henry McKenna BIB, etc.? I like Booker's, but I'm not sure I would have included it in a beginner bourbon list. Instead of Booker's, I would have probably included Knob Creek Small Batch.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Oh man it's so hard to decide on this list, I really like everything you suggested too, but I stand by my choices - C

[@trennyandcwhisky]

I think those are all great suggestions, but Bookers is one of the bourbons that really opened our eyes/engulfed our tastebuds to what Bourbon can be! -Trenny

[@contrabandjoe7974]

Bourbon Mash bills vary.... as stated, regulated corn minimum for bourbon is 51%, the variable is the secondary grain which is either Wheat or Rye. they all use malted barley for the 3rd grain.. the malted barley is the chemical reactor that converts starch to sugar

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks for commenting Joe, we hope you subscribe and check out some of our other videos. Cheers!

[@mattblom3990]

I agree with Buffalo Trace especially. As a Canadian, you Americans would be shocked at how much our liquor is taxed. Buffalo Creek is $40.00, but it's still good value for the taste up here.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey Matthew we're Canadian too, we're from BC. We feel your pain brother!

[@mattblom3990]

Maple Ridge, BC here boys. Nice to hear from ya.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

We're both from the Island.

[@thedevilsmilk]

Been working on some blends in the dram some expensive some cheap like full pour of Evan white with a splash of bullitt rye. Do you guys have any blend ideas?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

That's pretty good! Walnut with some spice... I'm thinking some Jim beam devils cut with a dash of eagle rare would be nice! -Trenny

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Lots of people say to add a dash of peated scotch to shitty whisky makes it amazing! Try it!

[@thedevilsmilk]

Haven't had devils cut yet. Now so now I got a Monday mission. I'll let u know how it goes.

[@freddieslaughter1107]

What is the best smooth sipping whisky?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

A couple of our current favourites are the Blanton’s Single Barrel and Gold Edition. Amazing sippers!

[@davidparsley1787]

Enjoyed it. However we cant find buffalo trace in sw Ohio with a search warrent!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Bummer!

[@ScottWorthington]

I live in North Carolina where our liquor stores are state owned and operated. And fiction about as well as the rest of the government. It's nearly impossible to get anything from Buffalo Trace, so cross off three of your picks for me. BTW, Buffalo Trace (the brand) is not the "original". It was introduced in 1999. It is the youngest brand produced by the Buffalo Trace distillery. You might have mentioned Makers Mark, another wheater, which is produced in such quantity that it's available everywhere. And the 46 adds a lot of character while remaining enjoyable for a novice. Gotta agree with C about the mouth feel of Booker's. Love that sensation when the alcohol vaporizes. I wouldn't recommend starting there, but it's a great sipper for a lazy afternoon.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks for watching and commenting Scott!

[@dane5896]

Old Forrester is one of my favorite standard bourbon's. I never warmed up to the Elijah Craig 12yo, I found it was to woody.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

The standard Old Forester is another great option!

[@freddieslaughter1107]

What about Evan Williams Single Barrel?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

EW Single Barrel is great stuff, we love it.

[@ericgilbert8114]

Excellent list. Booker's is a beginners bourbon....For experience drinkers looking to step into the cask strength world. My cherry poppin' bourbon was Wild Turkey 12. Good juice and I wish Wild Turkey still made it.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

You can always drink the Duke to get that Wild Turkey feelin?! Ah hahahaha

[@Helcarexe26]

I'd toss in Makers Mark as a good wheat beginning bourbon, Four Roses is a good start, long as it's not the yellow label.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

We could have chose another 10 easily. Makers Mark would be on that extended list.

[@1964TP]

We began with Four Roses, small batch. First ever. I am trying to transform 'Brandy Drinkers" (Wisconsin) to Bourbon, and I think the sweet of Angels envy would also be very good transition for them.

[@bananapatch9118]

I’d love to get my son in law into bourbon. I drink it neat...usually barrel proof...love Elijah Craig...Bookers....knob creek...also like WT rare breed...but I love this video because I really wasn’t sure what to give him neat the first time. He’s had Old Fashioned’s, etc

[@trennyandcwhisky]

It's so nice to have a good drinking buddy!

[@simon01ize]

Higher alcohol content doesn't always mean more flavour.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Totally agree with you! Thanks for commenting and watching Simon.

[@simon01ize]

Thanks guys,i tried Maker's Mark a few weeks ago and it tasted pretty harsh to me neat,is this normal for bourbon.Again thank you it was my first one?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

As far as bourbon is concerned Makers Mark is definitely not considered to be a harsh one. I think it's just because you're new to this type of spirit. Try it on ice or with just a dash of water and see if that helps. Or just give it another try neat, the bottle usually develops as you drink it down so many by half way you'll be loving it?!

[@simon01ize]

@@trennyandcwhisky Lovely nice one guys,will do :)

[@dylanthomas7443]

Guys - I have never been able to drink anything neat. And dont laugh - even water tastes terrible as a mix. But With a splash of soda water its great. This is true even when I have the most expensive Single Malts. Is this normal? is that OK?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Dylan you drink your whisky however the hell you want! Don’t let anyone tell you it’s wrong! What you should do is continue to try new thing and listen to people’s feedback. Try each new whisky neat before you mix it! Cheers brother! Subscribe.

[@dylanthomas7443]

Thanks man. Subscribed!

[@JackOfAllBladesCh]

Sitting here at 2:05 into the video and notice the glasses, healthy pours there lads! Sláinte 🥃

[@JohnMorris-ob9rz]

Sounding a little sick there, Trenny! A nice lineup of whiskies. I'd put my top two of your lineup as the EC12 and Weller (though I'd spend the few more dollars around me to get the Antique). However, on pure beginner rankings I think Buffalo Trace is probably the ideal bourbon for its sheer drinkability/complexity... My subjective definition of a beginner bourbon being one that is cheap enough to mix while also good enough to sip on its own. I am also one of those people who would say Booker's is not a beginner's bourbon for a couple reasons 1) cask strength 2) price around $100USD now 3) pretty significant variability between bottlings. But it's typically damn good and I always have a couple of bottles on hand. :)

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Yah Bookers was our controversial choice! We picked it because It got C hooked on bourbon!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

I've had a bit of a cough, so I thought a night of Bourbon should fix me up some🙃 -Trenny

[@charlescollier9591]

I agree that Four Roses yellow label should be on your list but I would also add Henry McKenna 80 proof Sour Mash.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thank for the recommendation Charles! Cheers buddy and thanks for watching!

[@Umbinator]

I actually agree about the Booker's. I couldn't believe the amazing flavour and the amount of things happening in my mouth when I first tasted it. It was the reason my journey into whiskey made a hard right from scotch, to bourbon in the early stages. If you take it slow, Booker's is great for a beginner. Just add a bit of water or ice if you have to the first couple times. Nothing beats the flavour explosion. Everyone that's tried it here at my place can't believe their mouths, either. Good luck with your videos. Good content so far. Sub'd.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

You hit the nail on the head with that comment! Totally agree. Thanks for the Subcription! -Trenny

[@RedcoatsReturn]

Great review and choices. I just ordered Elija Craig so thanks!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Fantastic buddy! Thanks

[@maddog7795]

Are you the guy from that whiskey episode on binging with babish?

[@1964TP]

I would love a "Next Level List" of Bourbons and Scotches. The next level just above beginner: Second level, but not break the bank: $100 bottles or less.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Fucking excellent idea! It's gonna take some time, but we are going to do this for you!

[@iladdiewhiskynerd4924]

have you tried the noah's mill? not a starter bourbon though :)

[@trennyandcwhisky]

No haven't tried it, I was debating buying it when I was in Arizona on vacation.

[@CaboWabotv]

I like the Evan Williams black label better than the white in bond

[@trennyandcwhisky]

The dialled back alcohol % does make the black label super drinkable. Thanks for watching Cabo Wabo! Cheers

[@thedevilsmilk]

Evan Williams bottled in bond proves America is number 1 😊

[@halaloola12]

Love your reviews ...greetings from New Zealand

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks for the compliment! Cheers from Canada!

[@dylanthomas7443]

Hi you both... Let me tell you something I learnt about how we Indians as a people drink Whisky! I grew up in India and I have concluded that it is something the British left behind in India mainly the Culture of Clubs in the Tea Gardens of the North East And the South, and also from the Army Officers' Messes all over India! What I am coming to is that 90% of Indians to this day have to mix Soda Water with their Whisky even if it is the most expensive single malt! And in addition to this, we tend to eat a lot of spicy hot snacks while we drink! Would love your comment!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

If that’s how you like to drink your whisky then we are totally fine with that! Good whisky makes for good cocktails! I do however think you should try to spread a new culture of drinking your whisky neat or on the rocks, so the true flavours can be appreciated! I just ate Indian food last night! So delicious!

[@Endtimescoming]

From Jim Beam White label to Buffalo Trace is actually a huge step up, night and day.

[@fvtiff]

Hi just wondering why I never see anything on Even Williams bourbons please comm not thanks guys

[@peterkeliher9998]

keep it up...is cool thank you ;-)

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Thanks Peter and thanks for subscribing!

[@peterkeliher9998]

Will spread the word as much as possible 😀

[@trennyandcwhisky]

We appreciate it Peter. Cheers!

[@Gachain]

Hey Guys: I have heard about this mixture so I tried it. Mixed 2 shots of WILD TURKEY Rare Breed with one shot of Mountain Dew. Result: Muddled Palette, but Very nice spicy Finish In my Opinion the two work better separately than together. SLÁINTE Mike

[@trennyandcwhisky]

yeah i think with such a small amount of mountain dew it's a waste of good Whiskey! An interesting combo all the same. nothing wrong with a little bit of Whisky research. Cheers~ Trenny

[@Gachain]

Agree a little research is good.

[@obeythelaw5504]

Good luck finding the Weller.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Yah it’s tough to find but we’ve managed to get our hands on a couple bottles over the last 2 years.

[@obeythelaw5504]

I would love to have any Weller product here in California. The poor mans Pappy. When I go to Vegas, I can find it and Pappy. Then again, I can find 25 year old Mac (Yeah - it's a scotch.) Damn, it's a hard life for a whiskey drinker in California.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Yah we have to make trades with other whisky drinkers we know from the US to get our hands on it! -C

[@brego129]

I started with scotch. I've tried a few bourbons and some on this list and I still just go back to scotch.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey that's totally fine...it's great that you've tried some bourbon, so at least you know you're not missing out.

[@brego129]

@@trennyandcwhisky I did enjoy that Elijah Craig, and Buffalo Trace, but I guess I just enjoy scotch more. Which sucks for my wallet lol!

[@Notchriswigley]

A few points for me. The best bourbons for we alcoholics is Evan Williams Black Label. My opinion. If I'm not poor, it's Wild Turkey 101, all day and all night. Move on then to Johnny Drum. Elijah Craig if you're looking for the hint of cinnamon. Next would be Henry McKenna BIB. Noah's Mill next. Bookers. Then lastly, for me, Whistle Pig 12 year.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Wow! All good choices for sure. If only we could find half of those on our shelves here in B.C. We have a relatively small selection compared to the USA We would love to try some Noah's mill or even Johnny drum. Thanks for commenting. Cheers -Trenny

[@rajoconnor]

not bad... I was with you till Booker's. might have taken out eagle rare Booker's and Elijah Craig and replaced with makers wild turkey and maybe old grand dad or four roses?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey Randy, those are some great options for Beginners too, we could easily do a part 2 of this video with your suggestions. Cheers!

[@madmax1436]

what about jack daniels? its good for beginners

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hi Max Max thanks for watching and commenting. Many people feel that Jack Daniel's is not a bourbon, and that it is in fact a Tennessee Whiskey. Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey share most of the same legal requirements but not all. That point aside, we do enjoy Jack Daniels but we feel these choices are superior for Beginners.

[@losboratos]

What about Bulleit bourbon fellas?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Gotta say, we're not the biggest fans of Bulleit. It's not bad but just doesn't make our personal recommendations list.

[@losboratos]

Fair enough.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

I would like to say in its defence. I find they make a better Rye than a Bourbon. -Trenny

[@walleyeye]

You want controversy? You should do a. Idea on the Crown Royal Bourbon Mash!!!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

🤣

[@OGbrick420]

a couple of good ol canadians eh?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

You know it!!

[@davidmurphy8248]

beginners hell! Elijah Craig is just good period. so is American Rare Eagle. liked the vid though. the worst however, was some swill I got because the shotshell bottle was cool. I new the review was bad but Damn!!, that stuff was pale and nasty.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey David, you’re absolutely right Elijah Craig and Eagle Rare are good all the time for anyone! Cheers pal, don’t forget to subscribe!

[@stoneruler]

Nothing from wild turkey??

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey Stoneruler, thanks for watching and commenting. We are personally not the biggest fans of the Wild Turkey 81 or 101, we do however really enjoy the Russell's Reserve products. Just 2 guys opinion. Hope you subscribe and check out some of our other videos. Cheers.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

I like it in an old fashioned, goes well with the bitters. - Trenny

[@poopoopdarkmarksonthefloor6294]

O just had my first bourbon ( Im european ) It was a lower class beginners entry level Makers Mark. *lol* I don't fucking care what you call it. This is candy in my mouth..High qualoty stuff. The most pleasant likler i've ever tasted. Hands down

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Yes Makers Mark is really good stuff! Enjoy!

[@tyf4432]

REBEL YELL !!!!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

That would be a nasty thing to do to a bourbon beginner Ty. Save the money and just put some old toilet water in a bottle. Actually that may be the Rebel Yell secret mash bill??!!

[@tyf4432]

I saw some Rebel Yell on the shelf the other day for two dollars, but didn't want to overspend ; )

[@trennyandcwhisky]

very wise man!

[@Cynical1800]

@@trennyandcwhisky I saw rebel yell the other day for $10 and said, "Why not?". I now say, "Never again."

[@FlickinTheBudgie]

Drink it straight out the bottle in the carpark at the store

[@trennyandcwhisky]

That's the beauty! People can enjoy their whisky anywhere! -Trenny

[@markorocka1422]

Hey amigos i didnt like elijah creig its too strong and flavorless to me i want something smooth and sweet i am hook on your videos you guys are funny

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Makers Mark, Jim Beam Devils Cut and Wild Turkey 101 are 3 delicious alternatives! Drink up!

[@markorocka1422]

Trenny and C i am on it captain

[@paullowery2772]

You need to be professional.

[@obeythelaw5504]

Trace is so far above Beam. You guys are a joke.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

The reason we put Trace as a step up from him is because of costs not quality. Buffalo Trace puts out some amazing whisky. Around here it is well priced compared to some others on our list! Hope that clears things up a bit. Thanks for commenting and SUBSCRIBE! Cheers -Trenny

[@trennyandcwhisky]

You will get no argument from us on that! 🤣😂

[@obeythelaw5504]

Got it. It is just that Beam gives me a head ache. I would much rather not even drink it. Why not Jack Daniels as as a low end ...or is that not considered Bourbon?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

We catch a lot of shit from people if we ever call Jack “bourbon”. So typically (but not always) we classify it as Tennessee whiskey!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

We have a shit ton of videos, consider subscribing! Cheers buddy!

[@sebastian6481]

Ew, The Duke, I would take even WT 81 over The Duke.

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Ah hahaha I think they're the same thing!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Oh I would too! It's about $60 dollars cheaper for almost the same thing! Haha -Trenny

[@sebastian6481]

Arrogant marketing loses big points for me, same reason why I refuse to buy Bookers after the price hike.

[@HiawoofaZ]

Sebastian to be fair, the price hike was justified. It's worth every penny of $70, and they know it. The demand for it is way up now, so it was to be expected. I don't think it's arrogant, but I wouldn't pay $100 for it if they try to get up there. Every bottle of Tommy's Batch (2017-01) is sold out in my city in Kentucky. I grabbed 2. it is supposed to be really, really good this batch. even my home town only has 1 bottle left of that specific batch. I can't blame them for the price hike, and people are buying them more than ever.

[@sebastian6481]

The thing is it is $100 in Canada (and we don't get those unique batches like Tommy's Batch, Roundtable etc.). Countries that have government controlled liquor stores changed the price the day the new price for Bookers was announced. Over night I saw a $60 bottle become $100 because of a greedy marketing ploy (which they then backed out of in the US and said it will gradually over two years become $100) all because their rye got Jim Murray praise. Bookers is decent and like C implies in this video it's a good entry level barrel proof bourbon experience... for $60.

[@simplediversion4409]

Great video you two do good things on camera! We decided to subscribe thanks for the good content and check out our channel if you ever get a chance

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Hey guys, thanks for watching, gave you a return Sub on your channel, watched your intro video and now watching your Top Bourbons, good stuff. Cheers!

[@simplediversion4409]

Thank you! We appreciate that. Can't wait to watch more form you guys

[@adamjobs]

Lose that intro

[@trennyandcwhisky]

But I bet it’s in your head! Haha

[@obeythelaw5504]

Are you guys drunk?

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Usually yes!

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Most likely!

[@jamielahugh8316]

Bla bla bla

[@trennyandcwhisky]

Do we really sound like that?!