Russell's Reserve 15 Year Bourbon Review!

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[@danredwine960]

Walked into my Festival grocery store yesterday, and the lady was putting this on the shelf at msrp. Couldn’t believe it. Saving for a special occasion for sure.

[@wvtroutslayer]

This last week has blessed me with my first grandchild, an amazing new job, and a bottle of RR15 at MSRP. Life is great! Awesome review as well!

[@OutsideTheStar]

Just picked one up today for 237$ NO BS. I tried a pour over the summer at a bar & I am absolutely overjoyed. I can’t wait to share with friends and family this holiday season. Cheers 🥃

[@devinrietjens9079]

CNF vs. RR15 has to be the next double bass!

[@OZtheShark]

That I want to see!!

[@ninpo1500]

The 13 is still unobtanium... Absolutely can't wait to never find this one too!!

[@coalhair99]

Lol dude, feel it & agree

[@robinhoodOO7]

I see 13 all over for $199.99

[@ninpo1500]

@@robinhoodOO7 where

[@haroldsmith7044]

Came across two bottles today. $400 a pop.

[@ninpo1500]

@@haroldsmith7044 yikes

[@ericwickstrom3256]

“Punchy” is a great way to describe 13 vs 15. Both are great. Was lucky to grab a 15 today at MSRP. Think I prefer it to the 13 but both are great. Awesome review as always!

[@FiveStarMan5]

I got lucky late last year by finding a Parkers 10 year rye for SRP, but oh do I wish that luck was saved for a Russell's 15. Fingers crossed. Cheers to your success and that glorious bourbon in front of you!

[@tickfisher721]

I got two from the distillery this morning. Waited in line for a while but was happy to bring them home👍

[@TheBloody81]

I will absolutely will leave it on the shelf for someone willing to pay over MSRP. I will stick to the RR store picks and happy with that. Great review and cheers!

[@thebigdubnetwork]

What about finding it at MSRP?

[@RaymondShepard-jv5uy]

You will likely never see it at MSRP.

[@markbrooks6788]

Agreed! I've found a few really good rr store pics the past 6 months.

[@coalhair99]

Ditto, i stopped chasing these wallet drainers, just can’t do it.

[@weiwang2080]

@@thebigdubnetworkthat’s another story

[@Plubes]

RR15 vs Generations is the matchup we need

[@ghostshipmurmurs7917]

15 year versus 10 year? Why?

[@AdAce21]

I would love to try it, and would probably buy it, if I ever see it at MSRP. But we all know that’s never going to happen. I’ll just stick with ECBP C923 when I want something high age. It costs hundreds less and I was fortunate enough to be able to back it up (my area of Long Island NY got them a good 6 months after release, but were selling them as MSRP. Total win!)

[@gene0927]

I really like and agree your final breakdown. Whenever I already tried or I haven't tried, those are very informative.

[@SawdustNCoffee]

I happily paid $20 for a pour at my Liquor store/ Bourbon Bar. Now I’m committed to finding a bottle. It might be better than Micthers 10 year which is a high bench mark.

[@CGsYTChannel]

Fortunate to have picked this one up today at MSRP. Will be opening it up next week for my monthly whisky/cigar club. Theme will be best of the quarter, lets see how it does vs some other new releases.

[@shebby9592]

Got mine for $280 from my bourbon group. It arrives today and I couldn't be more excited

[@bloodCount8895]

Thank you for drinking. I was at a local store, and the owner said he had 3 bottles and someone bought 2 at his $399.99 price. On my local Chicago Craigslist, someone posted that they 2 bottles for sale for $500.

[@jongorman5256]

Tried it and liked it a lot - price aside. An excellent bourbon. Though I liked the oak notes, I found them to be so concentrated and dark that along with the proof (which struck me closer to something 125 and carried more heat than I wanted) they dominated the other notes too much. Still got other things (cherry licorice, date, vanilla, dark chocolate) and a great finish. But they just weren't opening up enough and were overshadowed too much by the age. Would love to buy a pour again (at 27) but I'm out at 250 a bottle on this one. For comparison, I went to a 4R small batch ltd ed (135th) after and enjoyed that more since it drank a lot more open and well integrated for me. RR15 was still excellent and well crafted, but I think there's better for up to 200 for me, personally.

[@williamparker8318]

Good review Jason. I'm in Kentucky for three more days and would love to find a bottle. Max on this would be 350.00 for me. And I would share it with all my bourbon buddies if I found one. Cheers

[@b1gsteve251]

It dropped in Wisconsin on Monday and a couple guys had already posted about finding it just out on a store shelf. They obviously wouldn’t say the name or locations. My whiskey bar had it by Wednesday and I had a pour of it that night. I’m turkey through and through and Jason is on the mark with that turkey funk, that “Russell’s magic” from turning knobs on the spirit stills. I don’t have some crazy palate, but it’s definitely better than my calumet 16, and several Nashville barrel company pics I have. Unfortunately, I know I’ll never see a bottle on the shelf at anything near $250.

[@cartermayfield]

I just got finished doing a review of this, and I was thinking plums, but dates is right 100%. Such a great pour.

[@Bearded_Bourbon]

Great review as always, Jason. I’ve already got feelers out and ready for the hunt. Fingers crossed 🤞 Cheers!

[@Hock3y24k]

my hardins creek is 17 yr 7 months and 149 bucks, come on russels

[@noworldforeric]

I had a pour of Russell's 13 on my birthday. My friend bought me a 2oz pour. Was worth every penny of 35$ even if it wasn't my money lol. I think this has to be incredible.

[@adventuresinpianoing6189]

I just managed to score a bottle at SRP'ish price ($270). I can't wait to try it!

[@SonChivo]

Good stuff man. I'm sure most of us will see it well above 300 for sure.

[@TheReal_DeanD]

Well, now I’m happy that I won my local stores raffle. I got a call saying I could buy one at retail. No bundles or anything. I can’t wait to enjoy it. I hope I find the same tasting notes.

[@Lawyerboyleslie72]

249.00 today in PA. Grabbed one

[@alexmayer9556]

Do you feel like the water being added has less to do with proofing it down and more to do with trying to mellow out the oak. A 15 year (minimum) Kentucky product can definitely take on a lot of tannic oak so maybe they proofed it down a little to help with that? Either way, loved the review!

[@TheMashandDrum]

For sure. Whatever reasons Eddie was proofing it down in sure oak and balance was one of them

[@bfactor]

Can't wait for the 5-way blind later this year with RR15, RR13, and all three Single Rickhouse releases.

[@mikeg4960]

Found this today at a VA ABC random drop. They released a lot here. I got to a store 30 mins after the email went out and there were still 2 left. From what I been reading in local groups is the 250 msrp price is making some ppl pass on it. Which means this batch might be more obtainable for us folks winning to spend msrp

[@DavidV-321]

Have been excited for this review! Just hoping it drops in IL.

[@a68freak]

I’m still looking for my first 13 without overpaying secondary. If I see it on the shelf buying all day long, not sure I’m convinced it’s worth secondary for me as you mention it’s thinner and more on the spice side. Thanks Jason may be the closest I get to trying it.

[@thebigdubnetwork]

I just got the HH18 last week. No doubts about wanting this one if I see it around me. CHEERS

[@100puremustard5]

I traded an Old Carter American Whiskey batch 6 for a RR15, how did I do?

[@michaelthemo5783]

You have the best intro music on KZbin bro. So being 🌊 watered down reduced punch regardless of being higher abv compared to cask strength

[@andrewbergstrom6764]

Thanks for the review Jason! I’ve still got about half a bottle left of my RR13 Batch #2, was fun to hear your thoughts against the RR15. Like some others have said, would love to know what you think of RR15 vs Single Rickhouse CNF.

[@mikefrattini1604]

Great review Jason. Was not able to get a Russel 13 without paying a stupid price for it but I did get a poor. The bad thing is that I had it with a pour of George T Stagg which blew it away!

[@steveh8220]

I'd like to see you compare it to the 2023 Single Rickhouse

[@dbealby]

Picking mine up Monday. Hope everyone gets one 🙏

[@richard81748]

where you picking it at?

[@tjarr311]

Another great review. Thanks, Jason!

[@Rare_Breed27]

Found one for $299 in KY!!

[@993C2S]

Great review as always.

[@thewhiskeyvoyage1]

Excellent review as always Jason C

[@christopherryan7654]

Sounds great! Will never see.

[@davidlindsey3530]

So would the profile change with some ice flakes.

[@nathano4778]

Have you tried RR13 batch 1? That’s the favored 13 year as I’m sure you know and curious how the 15 year compares to RR13 B1 laser code LL/JD

[@jonathansantana6239]

The price point around me is why I will never hunt RR 13 or 15 or any other WT product. The alternatives you mentioned are just as expensive and just as allocated. Cheers

[@tonylopez6213]

Calumet 15 and 16?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Good call

[@dkfromthebay]

While totally fine bourbons, these won't even get you anywhere close other than the age statement

[@RK-ow1zg]

Have the 13C DO and 15th… seriously contemplating attempting a trade here

[@MrGibsn1960]

How would you compare it to the jump from Jack 10 to Jack 12? I landed an R13 last year and I didn’t care for it, but I also think Jack 10 is one dimensional compared to the 12. I landed an R15 yesterday and I’m on the fence about opening it or finding a new owner.

[@DankHobbs]

I'm sure it's good but there isn't any chance I buy a bottle for $250 when I can get ECBP for $75.

[@ncdorito213]

Love my RR13 B4 and SR CNF. Hopefully will have an opportunity to find one at srp but always tough in NC

[@ashythedon]

How the heck do you get a hold of these bottles!?! I can’t even find a Russell’s Reserve SiB Private Select

[@jasonhunt2909]

Really? What state do you live in?

[@ashythedon]

@@jasonhunt2909 NE FL. Crappy selection

[@inkynate9372]

He has one of the biggest whiskey review channels on youtube, that's how. lol

[@eugenenassif]

Fun fact, this isn't a highly allocated whiskey in IA (state control). Fingers crossed, I get one or two. Turkey is my favorite

[@algordon4070]

Love Russell’s! Had the 13 but the 15 is out is my league!

[@czrs85]

I'm not going to disagree that Russell's 13 and even maybe this Russell's 15th might be on the different level but some of those Russell's picks for 70ish are just as fantastic. And I'm not looking at $300 plus dollars.

[@garrettorpin6584]

Recently deleted a store pick with friends. They ignored JD SBBP and some Bookers in favor of the RR. Can’t blame em - Turkey has that gooood good

[@czrs85]

​@garrettorpin6584 We all have to accept that just because it says limited doesn't mean we have to pay 200 + for it.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Turkey picks are my favorite values now in bourbon

[@czrs85]

@@TheMashandDrum we can't forget four roses. I will definitely always grab them every chance I get.

[@whisk-e-y_problems9075]

Great review, Jason! Now the obvious question: how does it compare to the Single Rick CNF?

[@TheMashandDrum]

That's next

[@nickp5511]

Nice! I thought I would never get RR13 but ended up getting 2 bottles and RR CNF Rickhouse and I managed to get 3 bottles! Never know! I bought single barrel pick this week for 75.00 bucks and it’s better than the 13yr and really close to the Rickhouse, going back tomorrow for a back up! Cheers!

[@TheBeardedBourbonGuy]

What glass are you using?

[@chriswright5050]

Great review JC

[@robertwilson9179]

my wife just texted me and she found it at costco in louisville for $229!!!! i said but it all but she could only get 1

[@williamsedlock3903]

Rumor is when Eddie went through the barrels they had some hazmat barrels it was up and down all over the place and they didn't get as much juice as they hoped some barrels had 14 gallons in them :-( nevertheless I believe this was their reasoning behind proofing it and not giving us a single barrel

[@edglassburn1485]

I really hope I can get a hold of one of these !!

[@greircrabtree6940]

Would love to have the opportunity to get one!

[@davevogelsang6791]

Really like RR 13 and hope I can get a RR 15. 🥃

[@averagejoeswhiskey]

I’ve been waiting for this, unfortunately I probably won’t see one for under $900. Love the Hardin’s Creek comp, just enjoyed some Clermont, so good!!

[@matthewlevielle8488]

399.99 here in S.C.

[@tomweber3529]

Jason have you every tried Bib & Tucker Double Oak? I have been told it is better then Woodford Reserve Double Oak. I am new to Bourbons and still have a lot to learn. Thank You in advance for any input you may have.

[@LeatherDaddy97]

I prefer the woodford. The bib and tucker double oak is very dickel profile

[@redbrook20]

RR15 went from a probable to a will buy, if I can find it at or close to MSRP. I live in OH so I’m sure the taters are already lining up. I’ll be interested to see where it settles on secondary. Initial prices will be crazy but expecting it to come down, just how much?

[@RK-ow1zg]

I doubt it with this one. This is basically Pappy 15 from a different distillery.

[@RK-ow1zg]

I saw one for $600 today, but just couldn’t bring myself to do it.

[@JasonReed-g1v]

if you have 250.00 to spend, you get this or Four Roses 2024 LE Barrel Proof Small Batch?

[@javieracosta3439]

Sounds delicious. Price makes me cringe tho...

[@davidjohnson8930]

Depends on what batch of russels 13 you are talking about.

[@timfreed1085]

RR15 vs. RR single rickhouse Camp Nelson F NEEDS to be the next double base episode!!!!

[@mrjiggs8]

I do hope to get one. But at that price it would be hard for me to justify a backup... Enjoy... Cheers Everyone 🥃🥃

[@danabh3490]

Was able to get RR15 at 249.99 MSRP at a Virginia ABC at the last state wide controlled drop. As a Rye fan, It’s the greatest bourbon I've ever tasted. Period. I had the Michters 10 Year Rye in my hand but opted for the RR15. So glad I did. But seriously... DON'T PAY MORE THAN 300 for... well anything.

[@jameslane9267]

$400 seems a little crazy for a bottle in my opinion. Unless your plan is to hold this, and hope to one day sell it for thousands, it just doesn’t make sense. Plenty of great options in the $80-$150 price range that can hang with RR15. I’m sure JD14 will give it a run for its money, at a price point of $120-$150.

[@Scott-co4dq]

I might be willing to get one at msrp but not willing to go much over that.

[@billa5289]

Just bought one at MSRP today. This review isn't helping my plan to save it for a special occasion. Nice work!

[@OZtheShark]

Thanks for doing this vid!

[@LorneGreen-n9y]

I want that hat. Where did you get it?

[@BuckMcAntlerson]

Where the hell did you get this a week before it's release?

[@JamesFarleyMovetoTennessee]

When Jason starts rubbing his face, you know its good

[@jasellsrealtygroup_boston]

😂 dead on!!!

[@Birds-EyeBourbon]

Was this already released online? I got the MKT. I want this one too!!!

[@jasonhunt2909]

It seems to have only dropped in Wisconsin. Where did you get lucky & find one?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Buddy of mine found one in Maryland and sent it.

[@jasonhunt2909]

@@TheMashandDrum No way! I live in MD. I haven’t heard of any dropping here yet. Hmmmm

[@BrianVaughn]

I'd love to find one but have to faith I'll get one.

[@tillersbourbonchallenge]

Great Review 👍

[@clintdegen]

I have one at store by me For the low price of 399, I hope it sits forever.

[@YoJimBo851610]

Just noticed all the RR13 are the same proof

[@zoolander221]

Damn, nuff said, cheers, go Phils

[@DMBVR4]

You are wondering why it costs less than a Master's Keep, I'm wondering why they didnt choose it for Master's Keep lol

[@brettmchan2855]

Why do I have to love any and all wild turkey special releases?!? I cannot get them and they are outrageous!

[@TheDrSpEd]

Nice score!

[@nateduncan7089]

I'm not holding my breath. I wasn't able to even snag a Russells 13 until batch 3. I would happily pay msrp for it but the secondary guys have been definitely all over this one and I am not dropping 700 or 800 for it.

[@nickentros]

Took me like 2 years to find a RR13 for reasonable

[@dethvader5261]

I haven't even been able to sniff one yet

[@BuddyFulton]

Haven't found the 13 yet, or not willing to pay the marked up price!

[@Epooch01]

Hype hype hype! Fomo fomo fomo!

[@maxmayeri2174]

It’s $217 wholesale (on 1 case, if you only get 1 bottle from the distributor you pay $2 broken case fee) here in California so the $250 MRSP is hilarious to me

[@B1gC4st]

But it won't hit a single shelf in Arizona...pricing should also be based on cost to barrel and then barrel loss. See Garrison Cowboy pricing.

[@samshirey588]

But the question is, where did you get this? It hasn't been released in Ohio (according to OHLQ anyway), so did you travel, was it given to you, or are we looking at a trade secret? If the latter, I respect that. Definitely curious.

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@samshirey588 borrowed it from a buddy who got it in Maryland

[@thomascoene8898]

Want to see this against CNF Single Rickhouse! 🦃