Top 10 Best Value Bourbons For The Money

[@Brewzle]

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[@EllieBanks333]

Russell's 10 year is not $45, more like 34-38. It is exceptional. Best I've had dollar for dollar. Although I do love 1792 SB too.

[@T100ley]

Need a best value at each price point.

[@dianagarcia8604]

Hi, I’m new to your channel and I am a whiskey drinker…. I am curious and want to know your opinion on Brothers Bond they have a few whiskey’s and was wondering if you can make a video and try one or two? 🤞 Love your videos and opinions on whiskey, hope to see you try Brothers Bond on your next video ❤

[@dianagarcia8604]

I also know how you aren’t a fan of celebrity whiskey or alcohol in general and Brothers Bond was created by actors Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley who starred in Vampire Diaries

[@talericogroup6584]

The link is not working at Bespoke post

[@matthewhenry6276]

Don’t get me wrong we all love your Bourbon hunts and couldn’t get enough of them. Buuuuut it’s nice to see a video in this format from you again!

[@dalton1824]

I could be wrong but i believe these are his live streams just edited.

[@matthewhenry6276]

@@dalton1824 that could be. I know he does that a lot but usually on his brewzle live clips channel so I thought maybe otherwise.

[@dalton1824]

@@matthewhenry6276 but they are nice condensed like this either way

[@JesusSanchez-ql6zr]

Over here in Morro Bay, CA there is a store that sells everything MSRP or little mark up.

[@chrismiller755]

I like the bourbon hunting videos because he actually buys bourbon. Most youtubers just walk around the store

[@slimerone]

This guy is just great on camera - im a tech guy who watches world news and tech news and somehow stumbled on this channel and binged almost all of his videos. Needless to say, went out on Tuesday and bought a bottle of Old Forester 86 and a glencairn glass lmao gonna try it out today after work. If it tastes horrible then ill just pivot and use the bottle for my fav drink of all time - old fashioned. Thanks Brewzle for getting me into this rabbit hole

[@chrismiller755]

U shouldve just got the old forester 100 for $1-$2 more

[@apeekintime]

Prepare you wallet for much abuse going forward. I started out in this hobby around the beginning of 2023... I now have like 200-250 bottles. Luckily they mostly fit onto two warehouse style shelves in my basement... Well they did. Fridge started leaking water thru the floor so right now they live on the floor, on a few tables, in my office (looks great when on video calls with my CFO and COO), and the kitchen table. When you have to move 200+ bottles you start questioning your life decisions.

[@kaedenwebb7623]

@@apeekintime 200-250 bottles... holy shit. What would you say the best ones for starting out are, i'm just getting into it as well.

[@MattD86]

@@kaedenwebb7623I’m at about 100-120 bottles but I’d recommend: 1792 Small Batch, Old Forrester 1910, Evan Williams Bottled in Bond and Bardstown Origin Series Bourbon (white label)

[@techietank3900]

😂

[@christopherrogers7721]

So I have no clue how you ended up in my suggested, but I quit drinking over 10 years ago and miss talking to my friends about different liquors. Your passion helps me have that without having the drink.

[@alexanderlai9160]

Early Times Bottled in Bond comes in a 1L bottle, so the $26 price is actually $19.50 per 750ml of bourbon. And it is my #1 value bourbon.

[@DesertMotors]

On top of that it's everywhere around here and only $21. Way better value than something like that Evan Williams, IMO.

[@BigBadJerryRogers]

​@@DesertMotorsit may be everywhere around there but it's in fact a regionally distributed release and a lot of people can't get it.

[@calebtormoehlen8026]

​@@BigBadJerryRogersits allocated it alot of places. Is here in indiana

[@cwjustcw1261]

​@@DesertMotorsnever seen it anywhere near me

[@roymaddocks3184]

Isn't this the one that TJ says "pick the black plastic screw top, because it's from Brown Forman, and is better"?

[@saunassad5618]

It is your fault I started down the rabbit hole of bourbons

[@slimerone]

jeez im in the same boat lol damn you Brewzle!!

[@bigtacos1897]

Same lmao

[@Ipodicusparanormal]

He is my bourbon god father. Taught the homies and I everything we know hahaha

[@PNW_Adventures1]

5 bottles now

[@mrcrapsdealer]

All his fault I’m on my way back from Kentucky with 30+ bottles from 6 distilleries and countless liquor stores, and a new dog.

[@tommiller4895]

Great list! Some others: Heaven Hill B-I-B, 1792 Small Batch, Makers Mark, Old Grand-Dad 114, Evan Williams Single Barrel

[@rockdamage]

114 is legit !

[@lpfan749]

Love some 1792.

[@sifuuga]

Eagle Rare runs around $60+ in my section of Massachusetts. Even Williams bottled in bond is my go to budget whiskey but you can't go wrong with Wild Turkey 101.

[@Muddyowns]

Yeah, I got a bottle of Eagle Rare recently for $75 in Ocala, FL. I'm gonna have to check out Wild Turkey 101.

[@JFlex76]

Here in the TN valley, ER goes from $75-99

[@travr6]

It's great living in Ky. I can find everything pretty easily except for the super rare stuff like Pappy.

[@JamesWeidemann]

Unf eagles rare is hard to get here and when it is, it's 85 bucks

[@davidgottfried5819]

Hell, bang for the buck JD barrel proof for $67 up here in Upstate NY is the best bargain in high proof juice. Then again, OGD114 is also an absolute bargain for what it is, especially for under $30.

[@tobyhayes611]

Wild Turkey 101 is my favorite value daily drinker. I also love Rare Breed, but it's around $60 in my area. Buffalo Trace products are almost impossible to find in my area, so I would substitute Bowman Brothers' small batch for Buffalo Trace. I've never had the black cap Early Times BIB, but I think the blue cap Early Times is fantastic, especially for the price. Great review!

[@markstaud]

That’s crazy in Canada Buffalo Trace isn’t even rare. I should start bootlegging it.

[@bsmitley]

Eagle Rare is always so marked up in my area ($80-$90) and it's just hard to justify that knowing the MSRP. However occasionally Buffalo Trace will be at Sam's Club for $23! For me that takes the cake when it's that cheap. WT101 would get my 2nd, and Russell Reserve 3rd.

[@Eric__B]

ER is hard to find but I stalk Walmart online for it, and have been able to snag some at $29ea here in FL.... and for that it’s a high value. BT is $23.98 at Walmart and it’s a great daily for that price.

[@keithlyons5860]

Don't tell people about Walmart! I knew I was not the only one doing it.

[@RagingPotat0]

not a whiskey person haven't tried much variations of alcohol but youtube recommended you last week and have been enjoying the content old/new

[@G_P_G]

good list, the only one missing is KC9, 9 years, 100 proof, low 30s, just amazing bottle.

[@Jaynick1977]

Yes!

[@Mykkus]

I’d take that over Russell’s for sure and most things in the list

[@rogerduroux4616]

Russell's 10 is one of my favorites. I can get it consistently around $35. I guess I am lucky. I also would have added Knob Creek 9 to the list. A 9 year old for around $30 is hard to beat.

[@apeekintime]

100% agree on KC9. A Good KC9 Store pick can be had for $50 and if you get something from floor 6+ you usually have a crazy flavorful explosion. Of course Beam products are ALL super nutty but I enjoy that profile.

[@whiskey_weather]

That RR10 is great for the price. I miss when it was sub $30!

[@coolzog]

I agree, I'm surprised no Knob Creek 9. I can pick up for $40 CAD (~29 USD) and it's great value.

[@joeltroughton3021]

Where you getting those for that price

[@blasphemy666]

I just got a bottle of kc9 for 26 dollars after tax at costco. Wa state tax is 20.5% 😢😅 so maybe other states its cheaper🤷🏽‍♂️

[@pattoncoon]

Four Roses Small Batch is surprisingly incredible. Glad to hear it mentioned. I know you mentioned Evan Williams BIB; have you had the 1783?

[@erickmorales1826]

Great channel! I recently found (2) bottles of Blanton’s single barrel at a hole in the wall Liquor store in Santa Monica, CA and was able to get them for a total of $240. I’m very happy.

[@Huwbert0490]

Watching your videos from Wales, UK and always blows my mind hearing and seeing how difficult it is to get Buffalo a trace products. I am a big fan of them and need to walk not even 10mins to my local convenience store to buy Eagle Rare, Buffalo Trace and sometimes Blanton’s all at retail price (BT - £21, Eagle Rare - £32 & Blanton’s - £80) I’ve never not been able to buy a bottle of any of them. Keep up the good work! Love the videos

[@Flint_Hyzermatic]

Here in the US, marketing strategy can play heavily into the way brands like BT, ER, EHT, etc, are distributed. For example, in one region, BT might be plentiful while ER is hardly anywhere to be found. Travel a few states away, and it could very well be the exact opposite scenario. This creates the perception that these bottles are rare and in short supply, and that's how they get hyped up and sought after. Of course, this is just my theory, based upon observations from my travels. Cheers!🥃

[@roymaddocks3184]

You are indeed fortunate. Eagle Rare and Blanton's and the Wellers and Stagg Jr etc are all pretty much unobtainable these days at Ontario's provincial liquor stores. Too much competition from US consumers(?)

[@morbidangel1318]

Same here in belgium

[@Relayer56]

Rare Breed and Wild Turkey 101 are a couple of my top values. Neither love nor money will get you a bottle of Eagle Rare around these parts. Buffalo Trace has now slipped into that same situation. OF 1920 (or 1910) is the bottle I’ll pick up on my next opportunity. Great video!

[@scottmattern482]

That's funny, I almost got a bottle of Rare Breed tonight, but I hadn't heard anything about it. Probably will check it out next time. Ended up with OF 1920.

[@quasar953]

I remember regularly buying Eagle Rare at around $30 pre-COVID before the mark-ups started. Its as good as bottles that are twice that much (IMO) but the shops asking anywhere near $100/bottle are nuts.

[@derekerhart8184]

Location matters. STL MO it's a 100 every day. So I don't buy them when there are so many good choices for less.

[@thepope9794]

Just bought 2 cases, 12 bottles of ER 10 for $35.99 per bottle. It's my favorite pour.

[@JFlex76]

​@@thepope9794😲

[@zappadali8696]

The Rare Breed is my first introduction to the higher proofs. Sipping some next to a Michters Kentucky Straight and that burn from the proof of the Turkey adds another element to the mouth feel and makes the flavors seem a bit more subtle. Going back for another bottle before work tomorrow. 😂

[@jasondye7534]

Been watching for a month. Just starting out. Today bought the Welller Special Reserve. It was great and being equipped with the knowledge to buy it I learned from you. Thanks! Keep it up.

[@blizakebowman]

I spent about 20 years drinking plain Ol Jim and Sprite and have only recently tried to expand and get a little more refined. I picked up a bottle of BT for about 42 with Tax in Cartersville Ga just the other day. Never had it, greatly enjoyed my first pour, looking forward to taking my time with it this weekend. Bought my first bottle of Turkey 101 while at the in laws in Syracuse recently and I didn’t love the first pour. Splashed some cream soda in and polished it off. The next day, it had snowed and I wasn’t leaving the hotel and decided a second glass was worth a try and I don’t know if the cork just needed to be pulled twice or what. I really enjoyed it and finished off a good part of the bottle before flying out. They are getting 31$ a bottle up there, but it’s also basically Canada so whatever.

[@0529mpb]

Eagle Rare is $70+ if it's readily available on the shelf in the majority of non-ABC states. You have to work hard and make your own luck to get it at a price that I would pay. BT is $26 grocery store bourbon here.

[@Fender1031]

Solid list. I like Old Forester products - the 100 is my more common bottle but for special occasions Ill enjoy their 1897 and the 1910. My bottles typically last a few years especially anything over 50 dollars so I typically stick to Old Forester, Wild Turkey 101 and what not. On a side note, for cocktails you cant beat Old Grandad Bonded .... that holds up to any thing.

[@T_Man-mm9sz]

I drank of bottle of OF 1870 and though it was just ok. Will I feel differently about the 1920?

[@corybates4407]

Got my first four roses single barrel. Love it.

[@Deorad.]

I like your videos I am a culinary student starting January 8th and use different liquors in a lot of different recipes

[@mistermom310]

I'd add Larceny Small Batch and Redwood Empire Pipe Dream to this list. I'm getting a bottle of Benchmark Full Proof in on Friday. I ordered it online for a Black Friday free shipping deal. If I like it, I'll pick up a few on my Texas road trip next month. 🥃🥃

[@blazeandcyrus]

Larceny is real good imho

[@davidb.turknett4447]

I picked up a bottle of the Redwood at our local Safeway a few months back. I plan on keeping it in our travel trailer for my sipping whiskey 😁

[@johnvoice9871]

In the UK lots of the Brands are sold at lower proof. Buffalo Trace is everywhere at around 26 USD but is 80 Proof . We get an Old Forester at 86 Proof for 28 USD. WT101 has to be 101 proof and can be found for around 32 USD. Eagle Rare at 90 proof is getting easier to find for around 42 USD and I collect mine today :). Love the WT101 especially in a cocktail as the proof stands up well and the slight spice shines thorough any sweetness in say and Old Fashioned.

[@stircrazysos]

Eagle rare vs wt101 in your opinion. I'm treating myself

[@bunsguns8222]

Old Forester 86 is probably the most common OF in the US also, just doesn't get hyped at all because of the proof.

[@gfrank9772]

ER and RR10 are honestly a lot closer than you give them credit. The jump you’re describing might be with an ER Store Pick vs RR 10 instead.

[@profischer]

Everyday - Four roses Friday night or weekend - Buffalo Trace Special Occasions - Eagle Rare or Blanton’s depending on what you can get at the moment.

[@DLSeven]

Eagle Rare is $65-$99 in South Florida. Gotta love those Alabama prices!

[@T_Man-mm9sz]

Yikes! Paid $42 at my local Georgia liquor store the other day.

[@wiliamwidlacki7459]

I just found your channel and I'm loving it......I really like your value bourbon list, what I find seriously missing is the Elijah Craig small batch....around 36 bucks per bottle and probably myv#1 bourbon budget banger.. ..I also go for the wild turkey 101, the Evan Williams bnb, etc.....

[@roybrice7743]

Totally agree love Eagle Rare, Here in the UK this is easily available most stores currently priced at $38 at current exchange rate Keep up the great work

[@johnvoice9871]

34 pounds sterling is the cheapest I have found so around 42 USD

[@bigred1157]

I would take that all day long, here in WA after taxes a 750ml of Eagle Rare will set you back $87 USD.

[@timothycollins3829]

Can agree on most, even if your definition of value differs from mine. Unfortunately up here in Vermont, the Buffalo Trace and Eagle Rare are almost impossible to find. Also Early Times BIB is nowhere to be found. I'm still looking to find a bottle to try. A couple of bottles I would add are the Old Granddad BIB and 114. They are constants as they are great for Manhattans and Old Fashions at a solid price point. In addition, surprised to see no love for Elijah Craig. Easy to find and a very solid bourbon for $25-30.

[@atoxicthorn]

For the 40-45 range Michters tends to be my go to and a lot easier to find than BT.

[@mannishboy1]

I'm the guy you talked about that's not a bourbon enthusiast. I watch (and 👍) all your content and just enjoy your love of all things whiskey...

[@CrushtheQuarter]

I don't drink the spirits and such...but I find this interesting...so I watch :)

[@rogerslone6742]

Just come across your channel love the content keep up the good work enjoy your search of the ultimate pour

[@davidsugrue1]

Evan Williams BiB is undoubtedly an amazing bottle on any day. Spectacular value and delicious!!!

[@jordanmasters7475]

Lucked out and found a solo Eagle Rare at my local Meijer for $31 dollars. It’s fantastic at that price. Only ever seen it at other liquor stores for $99 which is absolutely outrageous.

[@ianhudson9590]

Wild turkey 101 is so good for the price, I’d give it number one. That said I didn’t really enjoy my first bottle of eagle rare. But the second bottle is actually great!

[@clottadams5028]

If I could only pick one, Wild Turkey 101 would be it.

[@RealJamieWorley]

I'm just getting into cigars and bourbon. Thanks for this video. I'm going to pick up her top three and get started. Which bourbon (cost is not really an obstacle) would you recommend for a sweet cigar (i.e., Sweet Jane)?

[@TheMNbassHunter]

Only bottle on this list I haven't had is Eagle Rare. I've never even seen one "out in the wild". Hoping I'll stumble across one some day. They are about impossible to find in Minnesota. Overall, though, good list. Since I can't get Eagle Rare or Early Times, I'd personally replace those with Knob Creek 9yr and Maker's 46.

[@michaelbush1374]

It's good. I wouldn't pay too much over msrp for it though.

[@jamespatton5684]

Great video and a great list of valued bourbons. Allow me to add Old Grand Dad 100 Bonded ($23) and OGD 114 ($36). I'd also throw in JTS Brown, Woodford Double Oak.

[@WhispyWoods.]

I love it. A great way to define value. It’s not the cheapest but what you like for the best price. For me availability is consistency and repeatability. I don’t enjoy hunting rarities, if I like something I want to be able to get it when I want! Cheers to you both 🥃

[@apeekintime]

Yep! I understand the appeal of EW BIB but if i'm only going to enjoy a few glasses of bourbon at night I want to make sure the experience is worthwhile. Sometimes I get a bit sloshed if playing a game while drinking (because you don't realize how much you have drank while sitting) but that's rarely why I drink bourbon. After a long week at work it might be, but that's a whole nother issue. To me the best value pour is the one giving me the most experience per dollar and I don't get much experience, beyond drunkenness, from stuff like EW BIB or WT 101. Those flavors are okay but not interesting anymore. Something like ECBP C923 and Stagg are bottles I'd label as best values. I've picked up Stagg for $53... that's an experience in a glen. ECBP for $80 is also a ton of flavor experience.

[@DesertMotors]

If there's one bottle that I really think is missing from the list, it's OGD 114. Love that bottle. Maybe the very best value, IMO. Usually $21-$23 around here. Surprised to see Evan Williams BiB so high. It's good, but not overly impressive even though it's cheap. A bit ago I blinded OGD 114 ($23), Early Times ($21/L), Very Old Barton 100pf ($16.50) and Evan Williams BiB ($19) and they went in that order for me. Can't disagree with WT101 at the top of the list, though. Also think Benchmark Top Floor would give many of these a run for their money at just $15.50.

[@MikeEdwards-j9g]

OGD 114 is a KILLER cheap bottle. makes some of the best whiskey sours ever

[@charlesspagnolo7990]

Im from GA and glad i can get Eagle Rare at just about any liquor store i go to at about 45 to 50 bucks. Its my go to

[@thomasmoore622]

I wish I could get Eagle Rare for under $50. It typically runs around $75 in Michigan, I can buy Buffalo Trace all day for $27. It’s kind of odd. I would throw the Old Grand Dad 114 on that list. That’s a really good bargain bottle!

[@johnvoice9871]

Move to the UK can be bought normally for around 46 USD and as low as 42.

[@BS19GA]

My experience is the opposite. Eagle Rare seems to be in every store around here (in Georgia) for around $50, but the only place I know of that ever has Buffalo Trace sells it for $52.

[@WhiskeyBasket]

Dude, last night I bought a bottle of Fighting Cock on a tip from a subscriber. 103 proof, 6 year age, Heaven Hill product. Paid $16 for it. It's actually pretty dang good! Not overly complex, but sweet enough and enjoyable as a cheap sipper. Definitely adding it to my cheapo rotation!🥃👍

[@DesertMotors]

Was going to suggest this. Better than that Evan Williams, IMO.

[@dennisconlon5810]

I love Old Forester but the Statesmen was the first Bourbon I didn’t like from them. My favorite one is the 1910🥳

[@scottmeier4130]

I literally blurted out statesmen when he said there’s no bad old forester

[@ItsShatter]

I got a bottle of 101 and just do not like it. I am surprised Old Grand Dad 114 didn't make the list. I do agree both BT and Early Times definitely should make the list though. Great video.

[@cbrackman]

Still feel like Cooper’s Craft 100 needs to be on all Best Value lists.

[@robertjung4001]

Cooper’s Craft is great affordable one, some states don’t get it. I’m in TX, had to buy a bottle in Ohio, but it was great pour!

[@johnmedeiros8553]

Man I love your content. Not enough to join the patreon but....😅 you've got me buying bottles of whiskey and I don't even drink 😂😂😂 god bless you 🙏

[@Shankadanky]

I don't think eagle rare belongs on a budget list. You can't find it and it's $100+ if you're lucky enough to come across one, at least in my area. Four Roses single barrel would be my #1 for price/quality but I love everything they make. Hard to compete with that wild turkey 101 at $25 though!

[@BS19GA]

Eagle Rare and Four Roses single barrel are pretty much the same price around here in Georgia.

[@claytidwell]

Wild Turkey and Buffalo Trace are my absolute favorite GO'TO's..... Great video. You guys do a great job. Thanks.

[@JDdotdash]

I like a lot of these. I feel like Old Grandad Bottled-in-Bond should have gotten a spot. Eagle Rare is my top pick!

[@jimstokley]

I got to say that I have really enjoyed your videos. I appreciate your time spent in the various ways on embarking different bourbons. I personally prefer single barrel items

[@scott91575]

I am surprised Elijah Craig is not on the list. Also, I sure miss the days when Eagle Rare was $20. Those were the days. Over twice the price now and still considered a good deal.

[@tielemaniak]

Great video again. The worst thing is that I'm not even a bourbon drinker but because of your vids I am actually tinkering with it a bit. I just like the shop hunts, it's soothing.

[@masonreed9328]

No knob creek 9?! That’s criminal, TJ!

[@kencooper8773]

Brewzle you are the man, I enjoyed you and your wife's video better than any other that I have seen. Not only that but I liked all your choices of top ten bourbons. I am definitely becoming a subscriber and I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[@davidnache4937]

Love ur top 5 picks EXCEPT the Eagle Rare 10 at the price u stated. $80-$90 here in WNC! WT 101 for Old Fashions. Four Roses or Makers Mark for light mixers. Russell Single Barrel and Old Forester 1920 sippers. My go-to’s but I’m always open for suggestions!!

[@blainewilson-fb2ch]

Like you reviews the best. You cut right to the chase with germain information. We place $40 as price limits. Best prices in Nevada and California. We pay huge taxes in Washington State.

[@colinschuster5577]

Brewzle, referring to your comment half way through. I am here to start a selection. I’m not sure if I like bourbon, but I love your videos. A video on what a newbie should start with would be cool. Similar to this one.

[@chuckscard_box3030]

Start with something mid-shelf or even go to a liquor store that does store picks. Ask if they have a bottle that they suggest out of the store picks and then ask if you can taste it before you buy. Usually they would have a bottle of their store picks open for customers to try. Now it's all up to personal preference if you like lower proof or higher proof stuff. I personally don't care for higher proof stuff so I stick to the 90-100 proof range. It's all about trial and error to find what your taste is. Another good suggestion is to go to a bar, find one with a decent bourbon selection and ask for a tumbler glass and a shot of each bourbon you want to try. You're going to want to swirl it in the glass first then smell it, you don't only want to enjoy the taste but the smell as well. Then move on to tasting it, we don't knock it back like a shot but we take our sip swirl then swallow that. See what you notice in the taste, heck see if you get the same notes from the smell of it as the taste or maybe what differences you're noticing. Also have a a glass of water to cleanse your palate between tastings. Big factor as well maybe seeing what is readily available in local stores and then going to a tasting or bar. I will also say don't start on hard to find bottles or allocated stuff and or anything that'll break the bank. This is a hobby so it's meant to be enjoyable and enjoyed fully. Most of the people I talk to about bourbon I've met at a tasting or an allocated bottle drop day. For me I started with knob creek 9 year and enjoy that still along with buffalo trace, eagle rare(when I can get it for $50) and my absolute favorite is Blanton's but that is a special occasion night kind of pour

[@joedenzel9873]

Eagle rare is my favorite bourbon the only problem is the cheapest you can find it in buffalo ny is $80 and sometimes up to $125 (if you can find it)

[@nateroo]

I'm 69 yrs old and have been enjoyin' Wild Turkey 101 since 1977.... just recently added Evan Williams Bottled in Bond to my fav's list. My all time favorite whiskey is Kessler.... yeah that's right, KESSLER!! I don't disagree with your list... I'm just sayin' what I like and actually LUV!!!

[@blainewilson-fb2ch]

Hmmmmm

[@prestonscott7418]

Never had a response from a youtuber before and you happen to be my favorite bourbon content creator at the moment!! Next time you're in IOWA or NEBRASKA... Try Steeple Ridge

[@jonathanalires5296]

Have you ever done a tasting on Legent? I just purchased a couple bottles and was wondering what your opinions are about the Burbon.

[@bayoudrams7771]

Honestly, I think the biggest difference between the black top ET and the new one is simply whoever is blending it. Same juice but blending is an artform and no two blenders are going to do it the same.

[@nordattack]

Wild Turkey Rare Breed and Old Forester 1920 Prohibition style remain two of my favorite bourbons of all time.

[@azmendozafamily]

Mr. Tater King, I loved this video. I need to get a few of these bottles. Eagle Rare, OF 1920. I enjoy Evan Williams BIB, Mellow Corn BIB, and Old Grandad BIB. I actually made a blend of those three, 2:1:1 EW/OGD/MC. I drink it straight up, so chilled in a glass, stirred and strained into my rocks glass. Im happy that WT101 was the #1 pick. That and the WT101 Rye are always on my shelf.

[@Tyler-Kearney]

Hi from southeast Louisiana. Getting into bourbon and just tried a wild turkey 101 today. I’d had the long branch before, but 101 is hard to beat for the price.

[@mf1936]

I got the old Forester 120 at the ABC store in Virginia on sale for $43. An absolute steal! Very strong at 115 proof so I throw it on some ice and the flavor profiles do not wane if you water it down some

[@haroldwright5013]

That was a good list. My all time favorite is Coopers craft 100 proof. Price is around $35-$40

[@TexasProbate]

So 50 or 60 bottles is my special occasion level… the 20-30 is more what I call value and you had some good ones in there. Thank you!

[@codypage7558]

Not really related but have y’all tried Old Forester King Ranch? What’s y’all’s opinion. Is it worth a pick up?

[@Thee_DaddyV]

I’m South Africa and I’ve recently started collecting bourbon. Buffalo Trace is my favourite!! Great channel, dude🥃

[@MetaPrometheus]

At MSRP I can definitely agree on the Eagle Rare. For a store pick single barrel I'd be willing to pay a little bit more though. I'm still searching for Early Times BIB and literally any Old Forester (the only one available that I can find is the 86 proof?).

[@mikeives5233]

That's a great value list...completely agree with those and all of these are almost always on my bar. I'd probably swap out the 4 Roses Single Barrel for small batch, as I'm willing to spend a little bit more for that pour and it's 'decanter worthy' at my place. I'd also add Redwood Empire Lost Monarch and the Jack Daniels Bonded Rye...both are about $30 here in Colorado.

[@douglastiemann5678]

Enjoyed the video. Missed out on 1792, this is high on taste and price. Definitely in top 5.

[@1125mikem]

I agree on the video change up .. hunting videos are everywhere.. this is why I watch brewzle! 😊

[@frankcap2505]

I really like the Evan Williams bib. I don't drink it so much anymore, but when 20 was a lot if money for ne it really delivered. I also think it helped develop my palat for higher proof bourbon.

[@Jared40]

Eagle Rare is so good lucked out earlier this year here in Colorado got a Eagle Rare for $34 at a Total Wine 😋🥃🦅

[@lp8436]

I'm lucky enough to routinely buy ER for $29.99 out the door at our local military exchange (no sales tax). It's only 1 per customer when they have them, but after a couple of years, I've been able to accrue 11 bottles. They make good gifts.

[@philipmoser3784]

in addition to Early Times BIB and Evan Williams BIB, I'd add Old Granddad BIB. They're all such fantastic values.

[@michaelklein1200]

Totally agree. OGD BIB is my go to!

[@chrislong8016]

We went for the tour at Buffalo Trace in Frankfort KY. The mashbill is the same for Benchmark, Buffalo Trace, and Eagle Rare. The difference is the temp, humidity, and aging in the barrel. Eagle Rare is aged at a humid basement level for 10 yr. Benchmark is aged less at a hit attic level of the same building. Buffalo Trace is in the middle of the building.

[@ScreengageLLC]

I really appreciate the comments on Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace. Seems like a lot of people hate on this brand - but for me BT just has a certain magic to their products. Nothing against all the other brands on this list, but damn it, there's something special going on with BT products for me. Fits my taste buds like a glove.

[@KevinDoerr-c3b]

Agree with the gentleman that said KC9 should be on the list - otherwise a very good list. In fact, the Jim Beam distillery is not represented at all. 😮 KC9 absolutely should be on a list about the best value bourbons!

[@_D_J_K]

I agree on the Eagle Rare being the best! Unfortunately here in Hawaii, the only bottle I found was selling for $180.

[@Shadow-7773]

Unless you are planning to visiting the states, 180 sounds like a bargain?

[@_D_J_K]

I actually just got lucky last week and found a bottle here for$68. But next time I visit the states, I’ll definitely be hunting for more.😁

[@tonysarrio8940]

I learned everything i know about Bourbon from this channel. You two are such a great team. Jill is awesome!!

[@Thebourbongod40]

Great list. Agree with every pick. And Eagle Rare would be number one too

[@seanmcdonald8057]

Great video! Great list! I agree with Jill, Eagle Rare comes out on top! Old Forester 1920 is a close second.

[@tripp-hq]

Wild Turkey 101 has been my go to bourbon for years now. I would buy the 1.75L bottle for like $45 and it would last me a little while.

[@capt.obvious4487]

You are a good channel on learning about bourbons I am trying to learn all I can before shilling out the money I want to make sure the first one I buy I will like it.

[@StumpkillerCP]

Yea! I keep an Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond on hand at all times. This is my go to "inexpensive" Bourbon. Also, in a hip flask when fishing, it is a superior choice.

[@jpii8468]

I always have Eagle Rare on-hand (an open and backup bottle). With that said, I rarely reach for it. I'm a proof hound, so my palate doesn't start getting happy until 110+

[@apocalypze83]

Picked up old grand dad 114 22.99. at that price worth trying as a beginner. I enjoyed it more than the even williams bib.

[@richardhayes1558]

Hey yall. Im in Tuscaloosa and have just started watching you. Loving your videos so far. I hate our ABC because its so hard to find certain bourbons like Eagle Rare. Going to make a road trip to Ms soon and search for a few I want. Keep up the good work

[@Rpaulmagee]

Benchmark Small Batch is my go to inexpensive bourbon. Still newish to bourbons in general but BSB is a favorite.