Top 10 BOURBONS for Cold Weather Sippin' (crowdsourced from whiskey lovers)

[@WhiskeyTribe]

For your convenience: 👍 Knob Creek Single Barrel Old Forester 1920 Eagle Rare Maker's CS Wild Turkey Rare Breed Stagg Jr Wild Turkey 101 Four Roses Single Barrel Booker's Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

[@snakesintheroad]

Was that the reggie Wild Turkey, not the 101? lol

[@500pizzas]

@@snakesintheroad I think yes :)

[@Johnmiccael1]

Was Buffalo Trace given a chance?

[@Motodoggo_]

the FOUR ROSES single barrel 59%? the bottle in front of me says 50%

[@SamDodge]

@@Motodoggo_ That must be a store pick bottle. Normal one is 50%.

[@bigfudge20]

That bottle of Wild Turkey looks like the 81 proof version, not the 101. could be wrong though. 101 and Rare Breed are my favorites in bourbon!! 😍👍🏼🥃

[@azraelf.6287]

Related to your PSA, the St. Barnard would carry a small barrel of brandy when doing search and rescue. Yes it effectively makes you colder, but that 'burst of warmth' helps get you the energy need to follow the dog to safety.

[@davearonow65]

Nonsense. They don't do this anymore and they only did it in the past because they didn't know any better. In a life threatening situation which would be the only time you would meet one of these dogs, whiskey would be the last thing on the list of life saving supplements you would need. If you are cold and miserable, but otherwise safe, yeah then drink some whiskey. If your life is truly in danger in a cold weather situation , then avoid any alcohol.

[@spooky6703]

@@davearonow65 I'd imagine the blood thinning would make a warm place warm you faster, like the cold will sap the heat faster. But, ya know, once you're in the warm place you're good, so the change in rate wouldn't make much of a difference

[@fadiyassine6257]

This is undoubtedly one of my favorite episodes .

[@ErikWaitWhiskyStudies]

Next Episode: Top 10 PEATED SCOTCH WHISKIES for Cold Weather Sippin’ (as requested)

[@WinnieThePooh333]

Ah man, that means bruichladdich classic laddi can't be on there, but i love that after i got caught in a rainstorm

[@johnandrus3901]

@@WinnieThePooh333 The Bruichladdich Port Charlotte Scottish Barley could make the list.

[@samuel_excels]

Mooch Wars: The Revenge of the Somm. 🤣

[@reginafinan2819]

Less than a week ago, in a country not too far from here, a Somm snapped.

[@MarcPipistrello]

Low Key terrified of enclosed spaces. Just KNOWING that those straps were on the fridge and the limited amount of air had me walking around my room in near panic mode. omg I love this channel.

[@sapefley]

Hello a year later! Yeah, I was definitely feeling a bit claustrophobic myself while I watched that lol

[@r.mageddon3385]

That was nightmare.

[@dixonbuttes6564]

Love that you guys called out the hazards of drinking while in a harsh, cold environment! 😂 Because you’re absolutely right from a survival standpoint. Definitely a way to lose body heat... 🤓

[@moopert86]

Four Roses single barrel is just the perfect whiskey for damn near any situation.

[@adip1109]

Andrew Boyles damn right

[@joeboo1983]

Perfume Bourbon, but I can dig it.

[@nickysantoro314]

Possibly the best forty dollar bottle you'll ever sip. Better than a lot of vastly more expensive bottles as well.

[@justadudeintheworldman.120]

How does it taste different than the cheap Four Roses? That shit is nasty to me and it’s the reason I’ve stayed away from that brand.

[@GerbilIV]

@@justadudeintheworldman.120 youre a clown

[@Jack_all]

I totally respect the #1 Rule, but I'd love to hear your 5 least favorite Whiskeys and maybe the comparably priced alternatives..(JW Red & Dimple kept me from trying more scotch for ~ 8 years)

[@maximumenergy5925]

Agree with the JW red .

[@dgsutube01]

Happy to say I have a bottle of each of these on my shelves - it's going to be a good winter!

[@tomcatjet]

News at 6 man suffocates in freezer.

[@sharkpocalypse2576]

"Today in south Austin a man was found dead after apparently trapping himself in a freezer with a ride-along mower. Police are questioning cinder blocks found at the scene and the investigation is still on-going. Our thoughts and feelings go out to his family."

[@mikekay9529]

Update: Austin police have determined that the cinder blocks drove the tractor on top of the fridge, trapping the local Austin man inside, thus suffocating him within a matter of hours. It appears suspicious. Possible homicide. Unanswered questions as to why the cinder blocks wanted to harm this individual? What role did the riding mower play in all of this? Updates will be provided as the investigation continues. Thoughts again go out to the family.

[@JustinHalek]

@@mikekay9529 APD says alcohol was involved.

[@timcarder2170]

Ironically, the news report this time did NOT begin with; "Florida Man............... :-D

[@iamalan4221]

And much like Jeffrey Epstein, ...Rex did not kill himself.

[@davidlittle6188]

never question the proprietary blend

[@Danielsworlds]

There's a reason rare breed for me is one of the best values in whiskey

[@nickentros]

Danielsworlds absolutely. Price to proof ratio for the rare breed is excellent, and for a stout whisky it’s very drinkable.

[@robinsharkey6658]

It's bloody well done. Excellent straight. On the rock. In a cocktail....always perfect

[@joeboo1983]

Pretty much as good and Bookers and cheaper than Bookers at least my way in the UK anyway.

[@egoTheJudge]

Elijah Craig is amazing and I would have never heard of it if it weren't for y'all. It's my favorite bourbon and you just can't beat the price.

[@scottc4982]

sadly depends where you live in the world. I already have the small batch $70 NZD but the Barrel proof is crazy expensive $170NZD - so i wont be trying it anytime soon

[@thatguy7850]

Agreed! While it's not my personal "favorite", it is the quintessential Bourbon I think. I always have it on hand to show friends A) what good bourbon should be at a base level, and B) good (or even great) whiskey doesn't have to be expensive or super rare/hard to find.

[@mikecornett4358]

I don't think I've laughed so hard at the shenanigans this far! Way to go guys! 🤣🤣🤣

[@MichaelKire]

Hot cocoa with cinnamon, whipped cream and a dash of bourbon whiskey. Soooo good when its cold

[@lorenwegele4250]

That DOES sound good! 😁🥴

[@calebsteingruber6906]

Elijah Craig barrelproof is my #1, and WT Rarebreed is my #2 and staple bourbon...perhaps it's just laziness, but the quality/price/experience of the Rarebreed is so that I rarely deviate.

[@NikStarow]

At winter in Sweden (Cold af.) i rent a cottage for a week in the middle of nowhere. I sip burboun, whiskey and rum. Smoke cigars. And i make a killer Southern Hospitality. 1/2 bottle of Southern Comfort. 1 cup Ginger Ale. A dash of Amaretto. Dried peel of an orange. A teaspoon of vanilla sugar. one cinnamon stick. Heat up to about 70℃ (160℉) for about 30 mins. Strain down in a coffe thermos. That week fills my batterys.

[@guilemaigre14]

0:33 to 0:34, that magic jump cut where Rex lost some of his clothes by whisky magic !

[@RyanAndyBob9797]

My money says this is going to be an episode of high proof bourbons.

[@RyanAndyBob9797]

I'm glad I get to keep my money. Next let's drop some ice in the fridge to keep it cold so Rex could have a better A/B comparison.

[@dabear7335]

When I see the title.. my thought automatically goes to Rex having Daniel sit in an ice tub sipping whiskey.

[@kevingreif5706]

I still think back and laugh about the time Rex shouted "MY EYE" when Daniel opened a bottle and whiskey shot out

[@shawnbaker3245]

Do you remember which episode that is?

[@kevingreif5706]

@James Dean I am pretty sure there is a vault episode where Daniel uncorked a bottle and a drop flew into Rex's eye. Would have no idea how to track down the episode

[@jasonunsworth3441]

Happy to see my name on that bottle of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof - guess my donation getting good use!

[@jong2359]

Yeah, have seen it a few times now... given their reaction every time they break it out; it was a great donation, too.

[@StudioMod]

Makers Mark in the snow, with a warm fire... it's a special thing. If you have a Cuban cigar with you, you literally get to sit in heaven for the duration of your sitting. Uh, such a good episode.

[@mikeadams4605]

When I toured Wild Turkey, Jimmy Russell told me that he likes to his Rare Breed in the freezer so that it really cold when he drinks it. For me, the best whisky in the winter is a Peaty Scotch.

[@turnschuh2901]

Thats why I always pour the first half ounce of a new whiskey in a collection bootle and enjoy the sum of all. SO goooood!

[@coreyclark6505]

I hunted down a bottle of the Barrel Proof Elijah Craig awhile ago. It’s pretty fantastic.

[@derekb4life]

My wife and I and a friend of ours just had Four Roses Single Barrel yesterday at a Whiskey fest in Baltimore MD.

[@michaelolivas3281]

I literally just had Four Roses Single Barrel, WT Rare Breed (and 101 which we used on our turkey), and EC barrel proof. And my dad loves Woodford Reserve Double Oaked. All on a cold night...good choices!!!

[@amcstryker7]

I know it isn’t technically a bourbon but Knob Creek Smoked Maple is such a nice whiskey to have during the colder months. I always have a bottle handy during the fall and winter seasons.

[@Robert.Sheard]

Unless I'm actually drinking it outdoors (in the cold), I can't say I've ever considered the weather when choosing which whiskey to drink. Maybe I should do some whiskey camping?

[@bradleylee8650]

Just got me a bottle of rare breed last night!!! Moving a little slow this morning because of it lol!👍🏻

[@Crateria]

The tribe most likely voted Four Roses Single Barrel, the standard one which is 100 proof and OBSV. What you guys grabbed and had on stream was Four Roses Single Barrel Barrel Strength, and was possibly different than OBSV (but could have been). Can you guys share what four roses mash bill it was that you guys tasted? Just curious.

[@brandonwilson7918]

I tried the Elijah Craig for the first time and I love it. Perfect balance for my taste. I grew up in a bar here in Arkansas and worked at a liquor store for many years. Always saw the Elijah but never tried it. Great recommend.

[@johnk7093]

how cool is this I became a Tribe Member on Oct 17th, This is my last video from starting at the very beginning of their videos... I am now caught up and am enjoying a knob creek.... and that was the first one they pulled out..... very cool... going to hit play again and finish my journey.....

[@calebweintraub1]

Nice Work. I like that Stagg reaction. I never had a chance to try any Stagg. Knob Creek is a yes. 1920 is a definite. Rare Breed yup. Maker's mark no way - I get a bad cough drop vibe from Maker's. No to 40 roses too sticky. Yes to Bookers. Never been able to get my hands on ECBF - but in the Midwest, most people agree that's number one.

[@kyleblu8207]

Apparently I only like cold winter whiskeys. You just picked all of my favorites. The only whiskey I’d switch is Colonel EH Taylor small batch for the eagle rare. But these picks are all amazing.

[@Skeezik1998]

I don't have much experience with whiskey, what little I've tried I didn't like very much. But I think when I finally open my eyes, Bourbon will be my main go to.

[@ambientocclusion]

Honestly Woodford Reserve is a great winter drink for me. It's about $70 here in Australia unforunately but for a thorough dram without dissapointment, I can't beat it.

[@BradGryphonn]

Back in 1982, there was a drive-in liquor barn in Cairns attached to 'The Oceanic' hotel/pub/bar. They sold sherry, and port on a 'fill-your-own' basis. The liquor was in 44 gallon drums on those wheelable drum stands. that tip on their side. You'd put your flagon under the tap and fill it. IIRC, the Sherry and Port was $1 a litre (quart).

[@rkp4360]

As someone trying to really get into bourbon should I avoid Stagg Jr? When I first drank scotch I went for an Ardbeg 10 and never looked back, I loved the intensity of it even though at the beginning it was a little overwhelming. The only other bourbons I've had have been Bulleit and Knob Creek and both have been fine.

[@JordanBalderas]

Never question the proprietary blend!

[@dutchbanderlindt4227]

The cinder blocks on the lawn mower is icing on the cake LOL!!

[@karl_alan]

Not even knowing you were doing this, I had knob single barrel and rare breed last night. What a coincidence. I will say I see a dramatic difference between makers barrel proof and the four roses one. Makers is so candy and sweet and the four Rose's is so much more complex and bitter and almost acetone by comparison. Wish I had the stagg jr on me. That one is probably my favorite...although the bookers, Elijah Craig and knob do come close second.

[@problemwithauthority]

I am a huge fan of Wild Turkey Rare Breed.

[@DieselMcBadass1]

i love rare breed, not a big fan of regular wild turkey but love this

[@RaHazam]

Super glad you guys have the same issues as the rest of us. I remember drinking higher proofs and also not being able to compute, but slowly its all coming together like a nice learning experience.

[@josephk5654]

Nice to see Four Roses single making a showing. It is my top any time bourbon, not just cold weather. I'm in Florida anyway, we don't get a cold weather time of year.

[@wind-inmy-face7949]

Another great video! Question for Daniel, what name brand flat caps do you wear? Thank you and Happy Holidays to you, Rex, your families and all you MB’s out there!

[@rw9495]

Try Mellow Corn!! It's a "corn whiskey," not a bourbon, but it's bottled in bond and very good!

[@scottsotan9951]

"Whenever I go somewhere and I don't know what the whisky selection is like I order a Maker's Mark". Oh yeah. It's my go to bourbon - it's consistently good - doesn't bowl you over - but always tastes good. And works equally well straight, over rocks, or in a cocktail. For me it's the baseline standard on which I compare all others. Some are better some are worse.

[@StillIt]

Dont let the science guy down!

[@BrianReeves2]

I've been a fan of Maker's for 30 years. Maybe more. Always my go-to, but thank's to y'all I am at least now trying some others.

[@robertmcculloch8379]

Just found you guys and I am loving the videos and knowledge you offer. My self I like makers mark and bullet bourbon... Sorry tho the first video we watched we used you for a drinking game for a bottom shelf crap bottle. Each time you both said whiskey we took a shot. You started and finished the party in less then 30 mins... Now me and my friends are watching you both and learning btw trying new drinks...

[@bradl2636]

Gotta say the Wild Turkey 101 is best value in this flight IMHO. Four Roses 🌹 second. Knob Creek third but not that far behind. Great content guys.

[@rclem21]

This list has 6 of my all time favorites. What a great video!! Thanks, guys.

[@bananapatch9118]

Knob Creek single barrel and Elijah Craig small batch barrel proof...are my two favorites all year round

[@CascaFugioLonginus]

Let's see if I get this right, first you sample ten, ten bourbons, then decide Daniel should be in charge of shenanigans, that is when things turned hobbitty. Second, Rex, as much as I appreciate a good sport in all, well, Daniel by nature is not the most spontaneous person, so either that was a well timed, calculated move or a true display of tactical improvisation with a heart of compassion. Just when I started to calculate the amount of air left for Rex, assuming no holes for ventilation, Rex panics only to reveal they allowed a air gap if test subject manually activates it. Third, Rex your performance was first rate, you sold your role as an oblivious soul perfectly so well I suspended belief for a small moment, you sir have done us proud! Daniel was masterful in his role as well as well the hobbit in this episode of Whiskey Shenanigans: The Hobbit Strikes Back!. So instead of a Death Star we got what? A white Kenmore upright, broken and filled with something stinky, yep one summer and Rex Hand crafted small batch single mooch will be ripe! Ahh, yea alcohol was involved officer and in their defense, they were unsupervised!

[@iceman7262]

Just ran across your channel absolutely love it you guys are fantastic definitely subscribed

[@armadillotoe]

I REALLY like my Knob Creek Single Barrel. I have found it hard to buy anything else. I know I should expand my palate, but I am not sure which direction to go in my next bottle. I am relatively new to appreciating the nose, and identifying notes instead of just drinking bourbon . I get vanilla, cherries, and chocolate, almost like a cherry chocolate cordial. (We called those cherry chocolates) I also get oak, cinnamon, and brown sugar. I detect other things but have not been able to label them yet.

[@Sprice93USAF]

ECBP, Knob 120, stagg, wild turkey bp, and old Ezra 7 are my favorite whiskeys.

[@socoblue1988]

Texas "cold weather"...is much different than Wisconsin "cold weather". There's a reason we outdrink every other state!

[@ryanlangston439]

Try ohio stick around 5 minutes weather will change

[@garth9186]

I know it's more off bottom shelf whisky but Fireball is usually my winter drink. With Jack Fire a close second and Bird Dog Jalapeno Honey in 3rd. But bourbon/whiskey is good year around to me lol.

[@marypaulsen7285]

About a year ago I got hooked on Jameson Cooper's Croze...I've tried other whiskeys and mostly American before but we made a fancy stop and I'm like cuz these guys keep on talking about Elijah Craig what do you know the one we pick is the "barrel proof"! Lol.. I wish I would have watched this video sooner. You guys are hilarious.

[@charlymiller]

What a great great list.. so I Iove cold weather sippin bourbons, it seems. I have eight of them and count three to my alltime Top5. That quite obviously shows that I should head for the Old Forester 1920 and Four Roses SE that are missing in my collection. Cheers

[@idontrembe1]

"Ohh god! that was right in the eye" . doesnt even stops pouring love it

[@richardarmitage5976]

Great list, it's-22 celcius -7.6 farenheit right now in Canmore and I'm dreaming about a scotch, glendronach 12.

[@HP83Smoke]

Rare Breed for €55 is an absolute steal. I started as an Islay junkie, but 101 and Rare Breed turned me into a Bourbon lover. Still love the Islay mind.

[@meesternibbles]

Brilliant shenanigans Daniel. Well done.

[@rockermork]

Great vid guys! Cold weather is not far away. Looking forward to it and all my higher proof whiskies! Personally, I would put Rare Breed above WT101, unless availability and price is the leading factor. And Four Roses Single Barrel is my #1.

[@jewblin5305]

Maybe I got a bad bottle or something, but some time ago I had the Rare Breed (116 proof) and it had a weird mold smell to the cork and generally the whiskey smelled unpleasantly after pouring it. Was that the famous Wild Turkey funk or what?! I really did not like the whiskey at all, I had high hopes about it as it was the first so high proof bourbon I've tried... So, is it supposed to taste like that? Or did I get a spoiled bottle?

[@sabinfigaro7334]

I wish y'all did 101 with cigars...I just did and it was delicious! I smoked mine to like half an inch...I almost feel stoned lol...y'know like from the herb. Euphoric. Chill AF even though I paid 14$ for the stoagee that's been in a plastic box for who knows how long...

[@jiveturkey4jesus]

My guess is that people voted on regular Four Roses Single Barrel at #3, not what you poured, which was Four Roses Single Barrel Private Select (much higher proof point and double the price). Could be wrong!

[@IamY5150]

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Wild Turkey Rare Breed Four Roses Single Barrel My three favorite Bourbons!

[@timcarder2170]

Forgotten Disclaimer; "Don't Try This At Home Kids" lol Also, I know why Rex was getting warmer....freezer wasn't plugged in lmao

[@wattdachshund]

I Love Stagg Jr!!!. I describe it to those who haven't tried it as "Chunky" or "Bourbon that you chew".

[@nothankyou9906]

Bookers is amazing. The one and only time i drank it, my friend and i emptied a bottle in about 1.5 hours

[@nicholasfowler2118]

I'm in Minnesota and Knob Creek is my go to in the winter

[@matthewsawczyn6592]

The pepper/spice of the Four Roses: Single makes it perfect for winter

[@BOYVIRGO666]

Im enjoying a glass of highland park ice for the cold weather. Bookers is lovely though. I have a bottle of that too but this ice is fabulous.

[@mcpheonixx]

Knob Creek single barrel is the one I usually have in my cabinet. That being said, I like Drambuie for cold weather sipping!

[@AD-kv9kj]

2:09 - I just heard Dr. "Bones" McCoy there; "Damn it, Jim! we're not savages! We're scientists!"

[@manualboyca]

You should try Old Forester 1915 (you have to mix it yourself - a 50/50 mix of OF 1920 and OF 1910, let it sit for a couple months) - very popular among bourbon fans

[@bjornsan]

What do you guys think of swedish whiskey, like Mackmyra and Hven whisky?

[@seantaranto834]

May be my favorite episode so far

[@tri-forceblades3123]

That freezer trip was totally done in retaliation to the bourbon in the eye flick. BAHAHAHA

[@ringo-bf3xf]

Love the freezer scene @ the end. Just like me & my "buds"! 🤣

[@williamsmith1741]

Seriously, don't shut yourself in a freezer or a refrigerator at home

[@williamsmith1741]

Or anywhere else, or anyone else

[@johnmorgan7262]

In real life. People _ kids die that way.

[@thestig007]

Unless it was made in the last 30 years where the only thing holding the door shut is magnets.... Kids used to die with the old fridges that had latches on them.

[@williamsmith1741]

@@thestig007 Magnets, the weight of the door (if it's a chest type), & vacuum pressure. I've opened my chest freezer, closed it, then remembered I needed something else, but when I tried to open it again I almost strained my shoulder trying to pry it open. Just to be safe, I wouldn't encourage kids to shut themselves in freezers or fridges. Stupid adults are a completely different matter though. Slow gazelles.

[@Bob5mith]

@@williamsmith1741 It's not the best idea, but it's not like it was before with the locking handles.

[@jgmay2725]

“We’re not savages, we are scientists”.

[@metromusic5725]

And raging alcoholics who mask their addictions with "knowledge".

[@AD-kv9kj]

@@metromusic5725 Do they drink a lot every day?

[@skippityblippity8656]

Pro tip: Were still savages

[@micahdubas9454]

I legitimately poured a glass of the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 30 seconds before they declared their number 1 pick. 👍

[@honkytonkinson9787]

For some reason I begin to prefer scotch when it gets cold and switch back to bourbon in the spring and summer. Maybe because of the goodies that come along with a bottle around Christmas time.

[@exerciserelax8719]

Scotches with a smokey character certainly complement a warm fireplace.

[@heathbarnhart1092]

I'm currently working through a bottle of Elijah Craig Single Barrel. It's good, but it is very ALL THE FLAVORS!

[@BobberVice]

Hey tribe! I'm pretty new to scotch / whisky. I've been slowly growing my collection and taste for everything. Haven't found much I don't like. But I had a question for the hosts. But cand find a way to contact them thro the website directly. Any advice?

[@davearonow65]

You guys are AWESOME. I really enjoy your videos and have learned a TON. Your whiskey tribe headquarters there are amazing. Is this a bar that is open for business, or is this awesome space just for your personal use? And lastly, CAN I COME DRINK some WHISKEY with you guys!!?

[@elixwhitetail]

The bar is the Crowded Barrel Distillery's on-site bar/tasting room, the Fang and Feather. It's open some days (usually weekends) for business and they sell their own whiskey there (when it's in stock).

[@bradleyroberson1094]

Revenge of the Somm!!!! Sweet!

[@timmystauffer9094]

Any MB's have a recommendation for a good smoke heavy whiskey that in under $25 in TX and otherwise widely available? Rex have any input too? Is there a difference in Gin and dry Gin?

[@jasonl402]

Just as your taste acclimates to smoke allowing you to taste more of the subtle flavors in a whiskey. Are you able to taste subtlety once you are acclimated to extreme temperatures hot or cold? If you are an "on the rocks kind of guy" will you taste more nuance than someone who only has it once?

[@JoshMoore42]

Daniel should be in charge of shenanigans more often. 😂

[@GoldenClays1]

Wow what a list. Thank you BOYS!

[@manualboyca]

Daniel’s top 3 are my favorite bourbons - cold weather, hot weather and everything in between