Top 10 BEST Finished Bourbons & Whiskies

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Time Stamps: 03:35 - Sagamore Sherry Finish Rye 04:44 - Rabbit Hole Deringer 06:09 - Middle West Port Pumpernickel Rye 07:42 - Barrell Vantage 09:13 - ASW Fiddler Amburana 10:17 - Old Elk Rye Rum Finish SLB Barrel Pick 11:56 - Widow Jane Decadence 13:45 - Sagamore Port Finish 15:00 - Woodinville Moscatel Finish 16:30 - Westward American Single Malt Pinot Noir Cask

[@t.martin3179]

You've done your good deed for the week. Thank You!

[@slbdrinks]

Thanks Tanner!

[@JordanG_3031]

SLB Classics 0:17 Kurt can’t stop messing with Trenton 4:20 Toe sweat vs golden toe lol 6:30 Licking fireworks tasting note 6:58 Trenton hasn’t tasted something (pumpernickel bread) 9:20 Cereal note (cinnamon toast crunch) 10:28 Kurt did his homework 12:42 More breakfast ideas. Put it on pancakes (make a bourbon whipped cream) 12:57 no one can pronounce pecan 14:25 Kurt can’t stop messing with Trenton 15:15 Trenton is unsure if sherry is a wine (it’s a fortified wine) 17:00 Trenton nosing face (overripe banana) 17:34 Trenton hasn’t had a fresh apricot 17:48 Trenton rollercoaster tasting face 18:33 Dank, dankness 19:05 Trenton smells expired stuff in the fridge 20:21 Banana bread with coffee in a moldy basement

[@matthewb5680]

Trenton not having tasted something is my favorite. Whenever it comes up I think "what was Kurt feeding this kid for 18 years?!". I imagine Trenton ate PBJ on white bread 3 meals a day growing up 😂

[@rebeccatyler5596]

@@matthewb5680 he doesn’t like jelly either!! Feeding this kid was very difficult!!

[@matthewb5680]

@@rebeccatyler5596 🤣 kids 🤦

[@slbdrinks]

Come on guys...Jelly is just terrible. -T

[@slbdrinks]

😂

[@ShaunShearman]

As a UK based Bourbon drinker (which I know doesn't mean a lot, lol) I think that the rules for Bourbon are that it has to be at least 51% corn in the mash bill, distilled and then aged in charred new oak barrels BUT it cannot be adulterated with any flavourings or colourings which, if you re-barrelled it into old sherry casks (as an example) would contravene the colouring and flavouring rule. Well that's my take on it anyhow but truthfully what do i know I'm British, lol ! All that aside, I love your channel ! I have learnt so much from the pair of you about US whisky and its tasting notes that it has fired my collection up quite a bit recently and I have to thank you for all that you have done in that respect. Keep up the great work and as an added aside, you (Kurt) are exactly two days older than me, we both had our 60th birthday in February this year and you appear to have the same palate as myself when it comes to Bourbon so you've been inspirational to my recent Bourbon buying shenanigans, lol. Keep up the great work and I eagerly look forward to your next videos.....

[@jerrymathis8237]

Widow Jane Decadence is hands down one of my favorites! It is awesome!

[@cindiwindi]

Last week I randomly picked up Knob Creek’s Smoked Maple finish, I wasn’t looking for that it just seemed different and it was cheap, 38 bucks. Its a young 90ish proof and you know, the only thing I could say bad about it is the youngness, it’s got some astringency, but for 38 bucks it’s a good buy, the flavor profile is so delicious. That was my first ever knob creek purchase, totally recommend this for anyone looking to try a unique finish that’s easy on the wallet.

[@michaeltrainum5471]

There are thousands of whiskey/bourbon reviewers on here..but i find myself always coming back for yalls opinion..i have bought multiple bottles based on yalls videos and i am yet to be disappointed. Keep up the great work! Cheers! 🥃🥃

[@agentcooper79]

A big thanks from Sweden! I’m a single malt guy and the Westward was nowhere near my radar if it wasn’t for you. Just got a bottle today and it is stunning! Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks!

[@bekind1784]

Widow Jane Decadence...hands down!

[@ibdam1]

I LOVE the Widow Jane Decadence 👍🏾👍🏾❤️❤️

[@slbdrinks]

Glad you were able to get one!

[@tomrutledge441]

Again, great job! Love the Westward line, we use their used whiskey barrels to age our Russian Imperial Stout. They have been a great partner for our brewery here in Oregon!

[@reedr7142]

“Banana bread with coffee in a moldy basement” Possibly the best profile I’ve heard this year.

[@christopherharris4884]

did you get a new camera/lighting? Much cleaner image

[@travisjewell2265]

Looks like it Forsure!

[@rebeccatyler5596]

Yes!! The boys invested some $$$ in new sound and camera equipment. Thanks for noticing! 😊

[@ibdam1]

@@rebeccatyler5596 The guys look younger😂. Excellent investment. 👋🏾👋🏾

[@rebeccatyler5596]

@@ibdam1 thank you!! Hope you and the wife are doing well!!

[@deankruse4491]

Distillery 291 in Colorado Springs does some great finished whiskeys using aspen wood staves. 🥃👍🏻

[@kalelothamer6449]

That lighting is on point guys, nice work! 👌🤩

[@ronaldcapistran9845]

You compliment each other perfectly.... just like a great comedy routine!! Keep it up guys !

[@LaurieAnd]

Y'all crack me up! Toe sweat!! 🤣I always look forward to SLB mornings. Thanks guys!

[@CGsYTChannel]

I knew Widow Jane Decadence was going to be on this list.. my favorite finished bourbon

[@bryanteague5826]

I'll have to check out that Sagemore. I love their double oaked rye.

[@currahee63]

Great show guys. I wish I could find those Sagamores here in Rhode Island but I haven't seen them yet. My favorite finished bourbon on my bar is the Isaac Bowman Port Barrel Finished. Excellent bottle at a reasonable price. Cheers.

[@thecool_26]

Good list. I started searching for the Westward PN finish after watching this video. Grabbed a bottle this past weekend. Looking forward to the pour.

[@johnprice7382]

I’m really enjoying my bottle of Thomas S. Moore finished in Cabernet Savignon casks!

[@crivitzguy5017]

As I've eased my way into the bourbon world, so far, I'm only able to enjoy lower proof bourbons. So the flavor layering really appeals to me...lower proof, a little more flavor. I have tried a few of SLB finished bourbons in the past and really enjoyed them. I do see a few up on the bar (in this video) that i know I have seen around town, so it could be time to add more to my meager collection. Thanks Kurt and Trenton!

[@jimreichel1466]

Great show! My favorite finished whiskeys are, so far, are Widow Jane Decadence (based on Trenton's comment some months ago), Milam & Greene Port Finished Rye, Woodinville Port Finished Bourbon, ASW Fiddler Georgia Heartwood Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon and Stranahan Sherry Finished American Single Malt. So many finished whiskeys, so little time.

[@matthewslaughter7693]

Your videos just keep getting better! I feel like my palate is sort of a mix of both of yours.

[@jasonsouza9053]

I have to agree with that Rabbit Hole. One of my favs. I also have the founder's edition, which is even better! Might try and pick up a bottle of that first Rye. Thanks guys!

[@OutsideTheStar]

That’s Barrel Vantage is such a chameleon. It changes every time I had a pour. Such a awesome bottle. Definitely worth the price tag 🏷

[@davidcolgan3268]

I really enjoy Trenton’s expressions. A couple years ago, our local distillery, Mississippi River Distilling, released a bourbon finished in Armagnac casks that I really enjoyed. I haven’t had many other finished whiskies.

[@troywarrenfeltz3311]

Doc Swinson triple cask is #1 on my list so far. 👍

[@BrewinSTL]

My favorites, that I own, are (in no order of preference): Sagamore Sherry Finish Barrell Seagrass MidWinter's Night Dram (I have Act 9) Rabbit Hole Daringer Beer Sauce Shop Anniversary Blend Amburana Cask Finish

[@paulhendershot111]

That is a nice lineup of bottles. I have tried the Middle West Pumpernickel Rye and agree that it is excellent. I'm sure the finished whiskies have added steps which lead to the higher costs and I really have not picked any bottles up to this point. I have been finishing my own bourbon with a little simple syrup and a few dashes of bitters.......😁

[@michaeloporto5202]

You guys are bad for my wallet!

[@sharonschmeederjohnson4648]

😂😂😂😂

[@coolmanjolly6]

I agree. Really bad for my wallet.

[@windy_city_beerman]

Preach 🍻

[@thomasbaxter9145]

Always educational- always entertaining. Thanks

[@robertbooth3367]

Trenton just keeps racking them up ! Now we're licking fireworks, tossing "reubens" on pumpernickel and pouring bourbon on pancakes. The man is a tasting note phenom! Book out soon! Great video with some really excellent ( and yes, a little expensive ) finished products!

[@slbdrinks]

Write the book plz!

[@OldSgtsMaj52]

Busted in @ #21 with the 👍. Good pairing with my morning coffee out here on the Western Slope Lands End Colorado. The best part about these Videos is the Interaction between Kert & Trenton.

[@patrickmessinger7040]

Wooha, great to see Woodinville getting some love. I was out visiting family the weekend of their grand opening be buying their product for years, even still have some of the original round bottles, before they switched to the square format. Thanks again guys. (:

[@ajbucher9440]

I think starlight does some of the best finishes in bourbon. None of their finishes feel overpowering to the whiskey itself. Also the best finish I’ve ever had is a store pick cigar batch from them. A top 5 bourbon I’ve ever tasted

[@kevinpaige887]

Agreed. Starlight does some amazing finishes!

[@CPGumby]

The Sagamore Sherry Finish and Widow Jane Decadence are SO GOOD - I'm nursing both of those and forcing myself to savor and experience so I don't blow through them since I'm not able to find replacements easily. I just picked up a bottle of the Barrell Vantage last week as I have heard many good things about it, so I think I know what I'm cracking open tonight.

[@slbdrinks]

Hope you love it!

[@nickp5511]

Great lineup! The Sagamore PX Sherry is tops for me! The Sagamore Rum finish is also a nice pour! I also really enjoy the Doc Swinson alter ego triple cask!

[@scottedmonds850]

Agree, Alter ego is good stuff!

[@iowafishguy9791]

Trenton just want to let you know I’ve picked up 2 bottles of that Sagamore Sherry finished rye… hands down one of the best bottles out there going under the radar

[@jeffwinbush5039]

I won a bottle of the Woodinville Moscatel from a Whiskey Tube channel and it is delicious. It started showing up in my town a few months ago at about $90.

[@laurahealy4203]

Penelope Rio definitely needs to be on this list! Hands down fellas!!😊

[@joshuatonne223]

What’s so amazing is that I paused the video before it started and poured the Rabbit Hole Derringer 😃 and then you bust that out Kurt!! Im gonna get some of the other ones at a later date👍🥃🥃🇺🇸

[@slbdrinks]

What??! Awesome!

[@arthurjenkins3668]

My favorite finished whiskey is Colkegan American single malt finished in apple Brandy barrels at 118 proof. Excellent video thanks

[@slbdrinks]

Wow sounds great!

[@Smitty300]

Please provide a close-up shot of the labels.....maybe at the end of the videos? Love your videos. Thanks!

[@QuaverSager]

Love how Trent cracks Glen up.

[@darynt73]

Ever since I watched this video last year, I've been trying to find Widow Jane Decadence, it finally has arrived in Oregon! I tried a tiny neck pour last night 🤤WOW, that's delicious! Too bad it's $100 or I'd have bought several bottles.

[@NetBogey2019]

Widow Jane Decadence is my most prized bottle in my modest collection. Love that stuff!! Constantly looking for a back up bottle any time I'm out. No luck so far.

[@USNUSA]

I have not tried a finished bourbon yet. I will try one after watching this video. Just a reminder that 750ml is only 26.4 ounces. So a 2ounce pour from a $80 bottle is over $5. I just went to a whiskey tasting at one of our largest liquor stores. I tasted 10 whiskeys new to me. I bought a Buffalo Trace single barrel, and a JD single barrel, barrel proof. Both are great!

[@carmenalletto2136]

Great video. I’ve been wanting to try widow Jane for a while. I am buying a bottle this week. Thank you

[@waynefialo9492]

I really like the Widow Jane too. Interested in that ASW. But I also really like Taconic's Double Barrel Maple Bourbon. I would definitely recommend it.

[@keithcagle2882]

Great job!!! Love widow jane -interesting episode!!!!

[@djd2819]

You guys, man - you entertain AND inform. FWIW, the Rabbit Hole Derringer is one of my faves. Up here (in Canada), it's not much more than Angel's Envy and - to this palate - is leagues more interesting. I also love the Sagamore/sherry finish. Great stuff, guys - keep 'em coming.

[@toddtipton2857]

Really enjoy this type of content from ti guys!

[@jesuschrist-alphaomega]

The Woodinville distillery is great. I actually lived on that land in the 70s before we sold all our property.

[@JB-ux1oo]

So...I've had the Widow Jane 10 and loved it, surprisingly for me better than Eagle Rare 10 by just a bit, I've also had the Rabbit Hole Derringer and I enjoyed it, but for the price where I shop, Bunnahabhain 12 is $30 less than the Rabbit, and so much better in my opinion and I think you would agree Eric. I'm having a birthday this week! and Trenton has convinced me the Widow Jane Decadence is the new experience on the list, thanks again guys!

[@kathy2trips]

My Polish dad got me into pumpernickel bread as a kid. Great with cream cheese!

[@magnumakinmx328]

Angel's Envy Rye finished in the Caribbean rum cask all day, every day for me.

[@uwrossl]

I've got about a fourth of a bottle left on my OG WJ Decadence. Thankfully I've got two bunker bottles. Fantastic pour. Also a big fan of the Sagamores on this list. Haven't tried any of the others.

[@Heavensblade100]

I just found this channel. You guys are great! Sipping on some Widow Jane Decadence and smoking a Padron 1926 series No. 90 Natural. Bliss!

[@thesauce30]

Great selection guys. This was a fun and appropriate video with all the finished bottles out there. I have to agree with your Westward Pinot cask. I think it’s amazing. I’m on my 4th bottle since discovering it. If you can find their Chardonnay or Sauternes finished bottles, I highly recommend. Thank you for the videos

[@slbdrinks]

I will def look for them!

[@maddawgjones]

Need to try the bardstown four square it’ll be your favorite finish

[@davidmalpass5075]

Doc Swinson’s finished in sherry and cognac casks is quite superb

[@TheGooga247]

I haven't been brave enough to open my ASW Amburana yet while I have two bottles of the Georgia Heartwood to finish. Thank you guys for continuing to highlight some of the out of state and obscure distilleries

[@brienburke4382]

I really like the Joseph Magnus Bourbon. It’s also the most I have spent on a bottle.

[@slbdrinks]

It is great!

[@KrisChaney-s3d]

I have a Hugh Hamer Single Barrel store pick at cask strength, 123.6 proof if my memory serves, finished in Cherry Brandy barrels. It is a thing of beauty. As far as your more standard offerings go - I'm a huge fan of Barrell Seagrass.

[@williamcornelison4721]

You guys have done much to first of all putting my bar together my bar.... last night I cooked my lovely wife a steak out on the grille, while she enjoyed Lemon Drop Martini's while I enjoyed Rye Whiskey on a cube of ice.....

[@MF-ng9um]

Great ep! Barrell Seagrass would get my top vote. I’ve also had a great Woodinville bourbon store pick, wasn’t a big fan of the Dareringer.

[@davehalaby8377]

We have the rye rum finish of the old elk. Absolutely fantastic

[@neilpowell1641]

Woodinville makes a great bourbon, pot distilled. I bought the single barrel store pick at Big Red Liquors and it’s become one of my favorites. I’m glad to see the finished whiskey on your list! Thanks for another really informative video.

[@umami0247]

Good stuff fellas. I’m a angel envy fan. These I will work on getting.

[@douglaswaite2744]

I like the Woodinville Port Finish. Probably my favorite though, is Heaven's Door Master Blend finished in Redbreast casks.

[@andrewmainprice2179]

My main problem is the price with finished whisky. It always seems to result in really expensive price tags.

[@t.martin3179]

Really? I'll have to take note in my area.

[@evankoehn5747]

Isaac bowman 40 dollar bottle

[@reedr7142]

@@evankoehn5747if it’s their port, I’m not a fan.

[@ShayneLovelace]

Hi guys, if you ever run across it Found North Cask Strength Single Barrel rye season 001 barrel 007 is fantastic. It’s finished in Px Sherry Butts.

[@fionadavison7952]

Banana bread, coffee in a moldy basement ;-) Pumpernickel and apricot on the shopping list...

[@EverydayDrinker]

Man I love that decadence more then Trenton!

[@slbdrinks]

I bet!!

[@CoreyFehr]

I also don't like any rum finishes I have tried yet but, in general, I haven't had a lot of experience with finished whiskeys. My favorite so far is Teilings Single Malt. That one is finished in 4 or 5 different wine barrels and is delicious.

[@MrsOldTractorGarage]

Sherry and port finishes tend to be my favorite. Enjoyed hearing your favorite finishes. Would love to see what your least favorite finishes are.

[@JonBlankman]

I haven't tried the others yet but the Barrell Vantage is superb! Keep the great videos coming!

[@ibdam1]

Trenton’s eyebrow lift😂😂. He’s the Rock of beverage tasting.

[@slbdrinks]

That’s hilarious!

[@drwinstonOboogi]

What importance do you put on the style of glass you drink from? Looks like I see you using Glencairn glasses a lot. I'm trying to decide between ordering Glencairn and Whiskey Rocks glasses w/ the round big ice ball molds. Thanks.

[@slbdrinks]

Use what’s most comfortable for you. I do prefer a glencairn glass for siping neat but a rocks glass of ice is added.

[@stevensobeck1840]

Got any more of that Barrel Pick Old Elk?? I’m always late.

[@rodessink8302]

Westward stout cask to me is a better option and that dank funk especially at cask strength i love it. Woodinville kills the finished products, they put out a distillery exclusive px finish that was divine. Although pricey the Nulu honey finish WOW great sweetness and the bourbon flavor still shines, one of my favorite finished bottles hands down. Peerless double oak gets a shout out as well. Cheers🥃

[@williamwelch9431]

Love watching you guys

[@SethTucker-u9q]

Trenton there are a few liquor stores in mishawaka and elkhart that have the Woodinville available

[@michaeltalbot3519]

Balvenie 14 year Caribbean Rum Cask

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

Nice list. I prefer Port to Sherry finish. Where it is available, I recommend Woodinville Port finished Bourbon. Woodinville Triple Oak, finished in Islay barrels is perhaps my favorite finished whiskey. It's like bourbon with ash and brine. So hard to find because it is not an annual release. I haven't had a Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series that I didn't like.

[@benfrost4385]

I absolutely love the Sagamore Sherry. Just got Bourbon Vantage and not a big fan but maybe it's just my palate. It isn't really "finished" either?

[@jonclassical2024]

KZbinrs killed Widow Jane Decadence...it's $229 on East Coast secondary, if you can still get it at all! Now Trent is after Woodinville, still can get for $99 but not for long...another fun vlog fellows!

[@slbdrinks]

Unfortunately it’s greedy store owners who don’t have an issue with gouging their customers.

[@jonclassical2024]

@@slbdrinks Yep, kinda like auto dealers....let's buy directly from the manufacturer !

[@frankthetunaman1413]

Love the WJ Decadence, after I had it at my favorite cigar bar, I've been so bummed I can't find it. Hope the next release happens and is as good.

[@ronniewillet710]

I have a couple bottles of the Widow Jane Decadence. It's just awesome! I've recently been trying to explore Cigar blends, and I did notice Old Elk released one. I have never seen this version of thier finished bourbon, though. Great episode!

[@DrBilly90210]

Sherry finished whiskeys are great. Love them for rye, bourbon and Scotch. Sagamore is top-notch! Port finished also good. Isaac Bowman is a very good. Have to agree that rum finished not my fave. My GF really likes Angel's Envy verision. Sagamore is OK but I like their sherry finished much more. High and Wicked does a Tokaji (Hungarian ice-wine; like Sauternes) finished bourbon that's excellent. Westward does a Sauternes finished American single malt I'd love to get. St. George (Alameda, CA) distilling does a whiskey finished in Japanese plum wine barrels called "The Baller." It's very good, not my favorite, but has a flavor profile and evolution as you taste it that's unique. Starts sweet, then veers smoky. Only type I've tried that I really don't care for is a Jeffersons bourbon finished in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels. To me it's just bitter and doesn't taste right; almost like "corked" wine.

[@RJR2222]

I haven’t had but a couple of finished whiskey and not cared for those. But I definitely going to try the Sagamore. Thanks

[@billpercival6544]

Nice list! Have you tried Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban? It's 14 year scotch finished in port barrels. Oh my! So good. I'm not a scotch fan, but I will definitely be getting another bottle.

[@Acham98]

Picked up a bottle of the Westward Pinot Noir last month. Agree with all of the fruit notes - was surprised at how delicate the finishing is. Great choice

[@JerroldSiegel]

I live in East Tennessee. I cannot find the Sagamore Sherry finished,rye

[@the_viking4237]

I have a barrel pick of fiddler amburana, It is insanely good.

[@joenerney4147]

I live in NC (Liquor controlled state) and got excited last night when I saw that they had received the Woodville Moscatel. I purchased the bottle for $100 bucks and tried it. My god, that stuff tastes like ass!!! I guess I get to make a regretted purchases video now, LOL. I am usually down with your tasting notes but that stuff is literally undrinkable. Everyone save your money.

[@slbdrinks]

That’s the greatest thing about whiskey! One man’s treasure is another man’s garbage.

[@joenerney4147]

@@slbdrinks So True, that is why the 1st person who tries it and loves it gets the bottle! If it not for you, pass it on.

[@stymiesnerdly771]

I just picked up a bottle that I’m guessing will be my summer sipper. NULU finished in Peach brandy cask (Exclusive to Indiana). Naturally, it gets rainy & colder as soon as I bought it.

[@slbdrinks]

That sounds delicious! Sorry bout our crappy weather!

[@patricksnyder3446]

I have learned plenty from your videos and enjoy your deliveries! I have noticed when I swirl different bourbons or whiskies in the glass some are thicker or more syrupy than others! In my collection the Higher alcohol content seem to be more she than lower! do you see the same difference! Kurt just wondering if you have gone Hollywood with your preparation for videos?? Seems like you have a very nice tan based on your location and hands!

[@slbdrinks]

Playing in a golf league with my brother this summer. The tan is strictly farmer! 😂

[@thebigdubnetwork]

A Cigar with the Barrel Vantage is a Rollercoaster of goodness

[@mikepetrella4009]

Great video as always boys! Notice there are 2 Sagamore bottles on the bar top? They’re doing some great things down in Maryland…not sure which one I prefer! Cheers!