Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon : The Mash & Drum EP63

[@mitchilito99]

I don't think I've ever heard a more delicious description of a bourbon. Now I have to go straight and pour a dram of this from my bottle!! Great review Jason.

[@DaveH8905]

FRSBS is one of the best of all time. It has absolutely everything. It is somehow quintessential bourbon yet it has so much else in there underneath that to explore. It’s killer.

[@michaelkittner5552]

Keep up the good work, man! You are my first stop when I want to try something new.

[@thedantrout]

Awesome review Jason!!! This seems be a great addition to the 4R family. I will be on the hunt to grab a couple of these. Cheers Buddy!!!

[@dlevpd5482]

Great review/video. I've been wanting to try a Four Roses product and you talked me into this one. I just picked up a bottle and will be trying it on Saturday.... cheers

[@bigorange000]

I really like the small batch. I almost pulled the trigger on the select yesterday. Glad I waited. Going back tomorrow to check it out.

[@davenelms68]

Just purchased and tried for first time last night. Very smooth. Made a great Manhattan. Will buy again.

[@MichaelJ-fn5pl]

Chocolate note with bourbon Fantastic! cant wait to try it. Nice review as usual Jason

[@vincentsimon4037]

Greetings from another fellow Ohioan! And Drummer/Bourbon drinker!

[@OttoBoy]

Great review as always. Four Roses Small Batch Select is one of my favorites - they hit this one way out of the ballpark. Gives me just about everything I want from a pour. This expression goes for the high $40s around L.A. It has definitely become the most reached for bottle in the cabinet. At that price, I have no guilt in doing so.

[@franks4973]

Thank you and very clear review and explanation of 4 roses

[@charlesnappo7679]

Jason, I love the 4roses single barrel but I think this bottle will be my next purchase.👍👍

[@loknes3924]

Great review Jason, lots of great info. I've been a huge scotch fan over the last few years and wasn't really big on bourbon. I had a sample of ECBP and it was fantastic. I've also bought Eagle Rare 10 and FR Single Barrel and they were so enjoyable. Bourbon has grown on me because of the info on your channel which I truly appreciate, thanks Jason and cheers to you 🥃🥃

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks so much Loknes! If your a fan of four roses SB then I think you will love this bottle. If it stays at 60-65 bucks it will be a great value. Cheers!

[@brianwirtz4181]

Went to Party Source last weekend and picked up a few of these. Amazing bottle for 57.99. The review is spot on. Great mouth feel, chocolate on the nose. On the palate that rye spice, and classic bourbon notes. The finish is where it is at mint and oak. This is limited edition quality.

[@scottbeckett]

This ardent Small Batch fan will be at the gift shop today to purchase a first bottle, cheers.

[@BlindWhiskeyReviews]

Great review my friend! Can't wait to get my hands on this one.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah its very good. A lot of flavor with all the combinations mixed in. Will be a very good buy if they keep it consistent.

[@GregsWhiskyGuide]

Amazing this expression it seems...can't wait to see it arrive in France ! Pretty cool review, Jason !

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks! If this stays at that 60-65 dollar price tag it will be a great value!

[@rvcdirtbud]

Awesome review! I need some of this in my life. Waiting for it to hit PA at some point! Cheers!

[@whiskeyace398]

Exciting addition to the Four roses core range! Seems like a little bit of a upgrade and nice segway into the private selects which not everybody can get easily

[@TheMashandDrum]

Good point whiskey ace. For the price compared to alot of other new bourbons I think it's a bargain. Four Roses fans will love this.

[@jonathangrauer3050]

Your reviews are the best imo. I told myself I was not gonna buy any new bottles I had not tried until after thanksgiving, but I passed by a store looking for some JDSBBP to restock and they were out. Ended up picking up a New Riff Balboa rye and the 4 Roses select. Both of which I have never tried. Sipping the 4R Select and have to agree that it’s fantastic. I have come to love my mix of EW BiB and OF 100 and I love that price point, but super happy I splurged on this 4 Roses. I have the single barrel but the small batch select just seems more complex and interesting.

[@kodyadams5561]

FOUR ROSES BURBON IS THE BEST BURBON ON THE MARKET. IT IS THE AMSOIL OF BURBON WHISKEY 😂❤.

[@TheBourbonRoad]

Great review Jason. Really looking forward to tasting it. I'll be at the gift shop today to get my bottle (limit 1) and I'll be sharing with friends tonight.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks Jim! Thanks again for your help. It's a very flavorful bourbon for the price. I think you will enjoy it. Cheers.

[@Bourbinsane]

I had very high hopes for this and now they're even higher! Just hope to find one sometime once the distribution opens up a little bit! Great review as always Jason!

[@trewright1482]

Amazing Bourbon. Like the hit of vanilla then gets spicy. Finishes nice and smooth.

[@troublesome89]

Just had it for the first time while watching this review. Great video.

[@Richie.Z]

Fantastic exclusive review of what looks like a must-buy 4R. I'll be on the lookout! Cheers Jason!

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks Richie! Four Roses fans and bourbon fans will enjoy this. Cheers

[@mikem3726]

I bought a Four Roses Single Barrel a couple of months ago and love it - a really good sipper and makes a great Old Fashioned. You have me excited to try this one in the near future as I am quickly becoming a Four Roses fan. Thanks for a great review Jason.

[@WhiskeyQuests]

Good point on age stated bourbons for more cash and don’t come close to something like this. I’m glad it’s not a limited release and it’s here to stay. 12 years was a long time to wait for them to release this. Cheers Jason 🥃

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks Antonio. Yeah if this stays at 60-65 it will be an amazing value to alot of other new bourbons that hit the market. Cheers!

[@WhiskeyQuests]

The Mash and Drum like you said even a few bucks more will still be a decent price point fingers crossed 🤞

[@XscarpettaX]

I loved this Select! Had to hunt it down in GA to get it. the only Four Roses single barrel I tried was disappointing so I was relieved at how complex the Select tasted

[@craigscates1766]

Just got my first bottle last week. This stuff is very good! Perfect over a couple of rocks!

[@ethancharles8388]

I’ll have to try this one. SB is one of my favorite ones.

[@christinedaisy594]

Fantastic timing on your review, Jason! This bourbon was already second on my wish list (just below Full Proof 😁), so I can’t wait for it show up in my area after hearing your nosing and tasting notes! 🥃

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks Christine. I think you will love this. Great price point and alot of flavor. Cheers.

[@gentslounge]

Just tasted this on our channel! So good. We could drink Four Roses all day everyday!

[@TheMashandDrum]

Awesome! Will have to check out your channel! Cheers!

[@migueltorres6274]

Awesome review Jason I hope I will be able the find here in Connecticut

[@TheMashandDrum]

Since its being added to the permanent lineup I'm sure it will make its way to you eventually.

[@kctopbbq]

Looking forward to getting my hands on this one....just never know when bottles will hit the Kansas City market on either side of the state line. I'll need to be patient!!

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah unfortunately the beginning of the rollout wont hit a lot of states but the good news is that this is a permanent part of the lineup and should be easier to find as time goes on. Cheers!

[@aimee2234]

Great review again, Jason!

[@carlh4350]

I will probably try this when it gets to PA but I'm having a hard time with it being priced higher than or equal to ECBP, Stag Jr. and a few others that i really enjoy. I guess we'll see. Thanks for the review.

[@TheMashandDrum]

I can see that. This has more delicate flavors and more spice rather then those hard hitting flavors in stagg Jr and ECBP. Definitely different. In my opinion for a 104 proof non chill filtered bourbon with so much flavor it's a great value compared to alot of bourbons on the market that are older and more expensive.

[@kabrink64]

I have to get this for sure.

[@Andreas-1979]

Nice review as always. That bottle sounds great. Hope, that will also be available in Germany.

[@johnsharpenberg7086]

Really enjoy your reviews! Thanks for the great content! I'll be waiting for this to be available here in FL.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks John! Hopefully it will hit sooner than later. Cheers

[@mariodervishi]

Subscribed! Great reviews. Thanks…

[@Vesbolk]

Great review can’t wait to try it!

[@thewhiskyfriend]

awesome job Jason...been trying a few whiskies from your side of the pond lately and im really enjoying them my friend....cheers fella

[@TheMashandDrum]

Thanks Alan! Cheers!

[@hitchyourwagon4720]

Been shopping for this one in Missouri for some time with no luck. Found it in a small town liquor store while visiting SE Texas last week. Wish I had picked up another bottle now. Flavor and mouth feel more complex than any other 4 Roses product I have tried.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah this one is on another level. One of my favorites for the year.

[@VaryingViewpoint]

Great review!

[@xplorojoe2396]

Got this bottle home and was so excited to try it but i hated it at first. The nose was amazing but the palate felt bitter and astringent and just wasn’t a fan. I tried it again 2 weeks later and it was totally different, now i reach for it all the time!

[@kevinmullins4919]

This is my go to bourbon!

[@DonnerPassWhisky]

Great review. Sounds like Four Roses is listening to what Whiskey nerds want thats encouraging. While I like the single barrel a better small batch makes a lot more sense for a distillery with 10 kinds of Whiskey laying around. Hopefully this will be widely available as the special releases were unicorns. Cheers

[@TheMashandDrum]

Being four roses expanded their Distillery for more production, this being offered into their core line is pretty amazing. This eventually will be everywhere once the hype dies down a bit and it starts shipping out to the rest of the country.

[@mybourbonjourney]

Hey buddy great review as always! This sounds like an incredible pour, the profile you described is something I really enjoy. I sure hope it doesn't get that high of a price point, if it's in the $55 that would be ideal, Cheers and looking forward to this one!

[@drink_with_the_dead]

Again, is there really a substantial difference for you between $55 and $65? It's strange argument to me.

[@mybourbonjourney]

@@drink_with_the_dead I wasn't arguing! I was simply saying I'd like for this to be at that $55 price range. Not going to be a deal breaker but for some or a lot it is or can be. That was my point.

[@drink_with_the_dead]

@@mybourbonjourney gotcha 😊 sorry, wasn't trying to be a jerk. I was coming off of reddit threads where people were losing their minds over $5-10 price differences, and I was bashing my head against the wall by the time I entered this review hahaha. Sorry man. I like your reviews, and you seem like a knowledgeable and cool guy. Apologies.

[@mybourbonjourney]

@@drink_with_the_dead hey Man, no worries I wasn't trying to be a jerk either I was just saying I hoped it stayed in that kind of price range which sounds like it would be a fantastic value, cheers and thanks!

[@drink_with_the_dead]

@@mybourbonjourney all good brother. Happy Easter 😊

[@ericgilbert8114]

You had me at Four Roses

[@flo4nicebebob129]

I just had that last week very good stuff but all the four Rose's r good it's definitely mine go to

[@pressman1788]

Great review Jason! I’m looking forward to trying a pour! An OESV store pick hit my area, just finished the bottle, I’m thinking of grabbing another. I mostly go for new bottles but on occasion I’m a repeat buyer. Cheers!🥃👍

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah press Man. With 6 different combos in this bottle there is alot of flavors. Cheers.

[@paulleidig6095]

My local store just received a few cases of this bourbon. Any tasting notes on this batch?

[@mikecostigan9913]

As I read your comment quickly, I thought it read "Any tasting notes on this bitch?" LOL!

[@aubreycollins3455]

Jason, I Love 4Roses Single Barrel . Can you give your opinion on how 4Roses Small Batch compares to Single Barrel. Thanks Aubrey

[@TheMashandDrum]

Hi Aubrey, the single barrel is the oesv recipe and really stays consistent with it's flavors. Being that the small batch select is slightly higher proof and has a mix of 6 different recipes, its way more diverse in flavor and complexity. The single is still one of my favorites but this new bottle has alot more to offer flavor wise.

[@jeffberner992]

The Mash and Drum how do you rank / compare this up against the standard single barrel ?

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@jeffberner992 I like this better thanks the standard single barrel. More flavors and more complexity. With 6 different combos in one bottle it's easy to get that. BUT, there are still a couple private barrel selects that are strictly OBSK, OESK or OESO that I would say I like a bit better.

[@cliffbagsby]

@mashanddrum I've never purchased any Four Roses. I found a shop in KY that has a Four Roses SiB store pick. Your thoughts? They also have the "Select." What should I grab? Im a big fan of oily, full-flavor, long finishing, high-proof bourbons. Thx!

[@TheMashandDrum]

Then I would go for the single barrel store pick. If it's a private select then it's barrel strength, oily and definitely has a long finish.

[@cliffbagsby]

My tastes: ECBP Bookers JB Distillers Cut OF 1920 Buck 8yr KC SiB HM SiB 10yr BiB EW BiB

[@cliffbagsby]

@@TheMashandDrum so you'd recommend the FR SiB barrel pick over the new "Small Batch Select" right?

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@cliffbagsby yeah. If it's a private select barrel strength single barrel then yes

[@newmennium]

Preview: I'm guessing this bottle will be underwhelming. Postview: Great, another bottle I need to hunt down ;)

[@TheMashandDrum]

Lol! Guess you have to find out. Cheers!

[@TheMashandDrum]

Being its added to the permanent lineup, it should be pretty available eventually. Cheers.

[@chadwallace3598]

How floral was it?

[@TheMashandDrum]

It had some right off the bat on the nose. Floral and rye spice. As it opened up it got sweeter and had alot of chocolate to it. But it starts and ends with a spearmint and rye flavor to it.

[@jamese3332]

Great review. Finally opened my bottle and rewatched your review. When can we get a review of the Shenks?

[@TheMashandDrum]

I'm working on a double review of shenks and bombergers soon. Stay tuned. Cheers.

[@NYRfan4ever]

Great review! Just got this a couple months ago. I absolutely love four roses bourbon. Found it for about $58. Some store said 120 when it first came out which is probably why I waited a while, but then found out they were wrong (no more visits to that store haha). Seriously though, if there is any bourbon that it is high quality and widely available to be a go to bourbon it has to be four roses. By the way, have you ever had Laws Whiskey from Denver CO? Amazing stuff as well

[@Gachain]

Jason: I have the Small Batch, Single Barrel and The Small Batch Select on my shelf. I need to sit with the Small Batch for a while; it comes off a bit flat for me compared to the Single Barrel, and Small Batch Select for me. SLÁINTE Mike

[@TheMashandDrum]

I agree. The small batch is a nice entry into four roses

[@artemrepin1746]

Hi Jason, what about Makers Mark and Larceny? and which are you prefer more?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Between the 2 I prefer larceny. It's a higher proof and offers a richer flavor profile in my opinion. I do enjoy makers mark cask strength.

[@artemrepin1746]

@@TheMashandDrum Is Larceny more wheaty?

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@artemrepin1746 no I wouldn't say it's more wheaty. I think larceny is more corn forward and vanilla.

[@artemrepin1746]

@@TheMashandDrum what wheaters can you recommend excluding MM and Larceny?

[@TheMashandDrum]

@@artemrepin1746 Weller special reserve, Weller antique, redemption wheated bourbon and rebel yell single barrel are very good options.

[@Moves_Nation]

How important is it to let the flavors open up before trying? I usually only wait about 2 minutes

[@pizzawarlord9232]

Great vid

[@Gachain]

Hey Jason: Picked up a bottle of FOUR ROSES Small Batch Select a few days ago; here are my impressions: SLÁINTE Mike FOUR ROSES Small Batch Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 3/07/21 52% ABV, Non-Chillfiltered A Mixture of recipes: OBSV, OBSK, OESF, OESV, OESF This is my 3rd glass from the bottle so air has mixed with the spirit. COLOR: Mahogany with a nice ring with many legs running swiftly NOSE: Vanilla with an underpinning of wood char, a hint of mint PALATE: Very Velvety Mouthfeel, Caramel, pepper tingling as I swirl it around a hint of wood char FINISH: Creamy going down with a drying sense and light pepper on the tongue with 1 drop of spring water NOSE: a more even vanilla PALATE: Dusty Corn Sweetness, Mouthfeel remains creamy. some alcohol burn and numbness FINISH: Very Drying and puckering through out my mouth; resolving to a mouthwatering sense with sugary sweetness the vanilla reappears. With 2 drops of spring water NOSE: Light Caramel Candy with a Malty sweetness as well PALATE: Pepper spice arrival with vanilla underpinning and a sugary sweetness an faint wood char with a slight burn on my tongue; that goes away as I swirl FINISH: Mouthwatering with dryness throughout my mouth and faint pepper on my tongue. This bourbon really benefits from the Non-Chill-filtering. The whole experience is rich. The alcohol burn was light. I enjoyed the dusty corn note with one drop of water. I always enjoy corn notes and their sweetness. I enjoyed seeing the liquid cloud up after I added water. The malt sweetness from the barley is even evident. I totally enjoyed this bourbon. Every glass has been a pleasure. Recommended!

[@jeffberner992]

Have you had any of the Private Barrel store picks ? Like those better than this SmB Select ? Any favorite few recipes ?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yes there are a couple. OESV, OBSK and OESK arey favorites. Some have amazing complexity. I've had a couple I like more than the small batch select.

[@MiguelTorres-hg1kn]

Jason love the music on the end of the video. Who is it?

[@TheMashandDrum]

It's a nobody famous. lol. It was created by a group that makes music for production purposes. I love it.

[@RebeccaPaige]

Is that why you were in Nashville?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Ha. No I was there for work. I got the bottle from a friend if mine.

[@jeffberner992]

Awesome review, as always! I have been looking forward to this since they announced as well and was at the distillery back in February, so unfortunately, just missed it by a couple months. You make the trip down specifically for this bottle ? Hopefully I’ll be back in Kentucky soon, as Ohio probably won’t see it for a while.

[@TheMashandDrum]

I had a good buddy grab one for me and ship it so I can review. I was thinking about heading there though. Thanks for watching Jeff!

[@michaellambright7968]

Jason, where did you buy your copita glasses?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Amazon has a few options.

[@williamriker4889]

Found a bottle today :)

[@cancelchannel3394]

Small batch$44, single barrel $54, small batch select $64 in my area of Louisiana

[@gabrielluongo6363]

Just showed up in CT in force, for $60-65, May 2021.

[@jeffwinbush5039]

I despise yellow label Four Roses, not impressed by the single barrel while the small batch is always on my bar and the small batch select is delightful. Number Two with a Bullet.

[@moose7611]

$65 no, $49.99.......ok I will buy

[@drink_with_the_dead]

I guess that I don't understand...is the $15 really a dealbreaker if thewhiskey is good stuff? I have to disagree man. Great bourbon is great bourbon, and we all know that for the most part you gotta pay. $65 is not a big deal or a bad price.

[@JackOfAllBladesCh]

Nice review, I look forward to picking this up soon as I see one. Where did you get yours?

[@TheMashandDrum]

Had a buddy get me one in Kentucky. It's a great pour.

[@thomascrompton7775]

I know this is older video. But wow. The heat of the throat with this one is pretty harsh. And I like higher proof products even 120 plus proof that don't have this. Add some water or ice it's fine. Flavors all there just tames that long burn. Maybe bad batch I got

[@jdsnaps3167]

MSRP?

[@TheMashandDrum]

They didn't give a definitive number. I got it for 65 in the four roses shop. They said it will vary in some markets but it's supposed to priced just above the single barrel so expect anywhere between 50-65 dollars.

[@jreezy70]

My only experience with Four Roses is an awful bottle of the Single Barrel. I even reached out to them and they replied, saying they’d be willing to replace the bottle. After another follow up and a month later, I haven’t been contacted by their local agent, so not a great experience.

[@TheMashandDrum]

Sorry to hear that J. Ive heard of a few bad single barrels coming out of Four Roses. Surprised they never got back to you.

[@jreezy70]

The Mash and Drum I’m hopeful they’ll still work it out, but if not, I won’t hold it against them forever, this review has me wanting to try this out, thanks for the review!

[@shawnmahoney1892]

I paid 54.99 at my local Indianapolis TW.....

[@TheReal_DeanD]

Slightly above Single Barrel??? Four Roses has a very funny definition of slightly. By me depending on the store 4 Roses SB goes for $35 to $45. Right now Small Batch Select is going for $55 to $65. $20 isn't a slight difference to me. The Small Batch Select tastes good but I don't know if it was that much better than the 4 Roses SB. It was different though to me.

[@TheMashandDrum]

I would agree. I couldn't find a definitive price point by Four Roses. All they said was that the price would "vary" in select markets.

[@andrettski8686]

I hate spearmint, so now I know why I don't like this bottle. Thanks for the info.

[@djbeacon6895]

Sounds like a good one but at over $60, I'll pass for now and look at a few scotch whiskey for some new experiences. No doubt there are some bourbons at over $100 that this one beats. Cheers!

[@TheMashandDrum]

Yeah DJ. They priced it pretty aggressively and I think it stands up to the price.

[@FNGWhiskey]

I just did not like the mint finish... I hope mine opens up more, just didn’t like the spearmint finish.

[@andrettski8686]

Me neither, I just tried it last week. Did your bottle ever get better?

[@FNGWhiskey]

Honestly it was so long ago I don’t think it changed. I would like to go back to it at some point.

[@Joshua88377]

Really dude? Chocolate? Come on. I just tasted it all I get is an alcohol taste. Pshhh