WOW! What a turnout and I'll take every comment, even ones that I disagree with. We all have different palates and I don't expect you to agree with me 100% of the time. YT says best I can hope for is 93% I'll take it gratefully. Cheers!

I'm pretty much done buying any bottles that cost more than $70. It's just not worth it to me anymore.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I’m giddy as a school girl when I find a good store pick at 60 bucks. 🎉

@StillLivinginthewoods

3 ай бұрын

@@bourbonriders My man, I'm right there with you. Store picks in the $50-$70 range is where I have been living my life for the past 5 or 6 years! For me, this is where the best values in whiskey are found... hands down, no contest.

@bourbonriders

2 ай бұрын

@@StillLivinginthewoods I've got a challenge I am putting out this weekend, inspired by viewers like you. Keep tuned.

@bradleyk4144

2 ай бұрын

@@StillLivinginthewoods I just had this conversation with my buddy yesterday. I asked him if he'd rather have 1 $250 bottle or 3 $60-70 bottles. Quickly answered. That $65 is a sweet spot.

When you mentioned actually liking Sweet Wheat and not ECBP and Larceny BP was all I needed to know.....

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I didn’t say I did not like them, I’m through hunting and buying them. Different point I was making. Cheers.

@mlinder2000

3 ай бұрын

Larceny BP is the only wheater I buy anymore. It's the only one I don't get the wheated funk taste from.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

@@mlinder2000 I hear you. I’ve got 3 mostly full bottles. I might change my mind when I get to the last one. 😂

@mlinder2000

3 ай бұрын

@bourbonriders but I haven't found a Hard Truth or bought a Green River yet. I'll have to grab one.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

@@mlinder2000 Green River I think is findable, Hard Truth little “harder” 😝. GR also has a single barrel out now in select stores. Good juice. Cheers!

I agree with you regarding those Bardstown Fusions and Discovery, etc. Series. They are a "nope!". But the Black and White label Origin Series? Keepers.

🤣 People can get upset about their favorites being on a list like this. Some people love wheaters, some love high proof, but some people don’t like either. This is what makes whiskey so much fun! Everyone has different palates. Nice video! 🥃

@bourbonriders

2 ай бұрын

Exactly!! Thanks for watching and your comments.

Love this vid. I’m out on these too. In fact, I’m out on 99% of shelfers all together and looking to purchase more unique stuff. Sticking to store picks from my local and group picks for the most part.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Same here! Cheers my friend.

This is an honest review! I agree with all!

This is very interesting list. Some surprises for me. I agree on being done with a lot of heaven hill releases. I am not buying any more Elijah Craig barrel proof store picks that are $100. If I see a marked up larceny barrel proof or Elijah Craig barrel proof I’m leaving those on the shelf as well. As of late, those are only good at the retail price. Luckily by me they’re never at retail so I won’t buy them. The four roses exclusion surprised me at first glance but after hearing the explanation it makes sense. Also I’m done with anything Ross & Squib or MGP.

About time someone told it like it is the prices are crazy. There's so many out there for under $60 that are as good or better

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I'm thinking about a hunt series looking for the best off the shelf under $60. I go and point out all the great sub-60 bottles. Wonder how long it would take me to get thrown out? 🤣

I'm still figuring out what I like and dislike, but I'm getting there. I'm not too fond of high proof bourbons. Rare Breed is so good, but it's also hot. New Riff SB is amazing, but it's hot. Stagg is probably the best tasting bourbon I have. But it's so hot 130.2 proof. I like 100 proof or less. Probably won't replace my Rare Breed. I will get another Stagg if I find one at msrp. New Riff...yeah. I'm really enjoying finding out for sure.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I think New Riff has a real future, they keep putting out quality juice. There bottled-in-bond is one of the best values out there right now IMO.

@LyleMyers

2 ай бұрын

I’m right there with you, I just started getting into bourbon a few months ago and haven’t developed a tongue for the proofy stuff. Hot tip though, I’ve discovered that if I pour a glass of the 100+ proof bourbons at lunch time and come back to it after dinner it’s not so punchy and I can enjoy the great flavors that I like bourbon for.

@laegers

2 ай бұрын

If you like Rare Breed but it's too high proof then try Wild turkey kentucky spirits. Same great taste at a lower proof and it's a single barrel. Try to look for the ones from warehouse CN-E or CN-F on the label, both are excellent bottles.

@bourbonriders

2 ай бұрын

@@laegers I agree with KY Spirits, it's an underrated gem of the WT lineup.

@TheReal_DeanD

2 ай бұрын

One thing to remember with higher proof bourbons is you don’t have to drink them neat. With such a higher proof ice and water are your good friends. You can tailor your experience. Too much proof add a cube of ice. Still too much proof add another cube or tsp of water/club soda. With higher proof you can have fun. With 100 proof or below you’re at what the distiller wants the flavor to be which is good a lot of the time.

Like this video, whiskey's that I will not replace are Balcones Brimstone, Ledaig Rioja cask and Glenmorangie10. The only whisky where I currently have a backup on is the Talisker 10

I like the list except for the ECBP and the 1792 Sweet wheat. ECBP is what bourbon is supposed to taste like. Even the "bad" ones are better than 75% of the barrel proof stuff that's available. If you want to do a fun blind put 1792 sweet wheat up against Weller SR. I've done that blind with a bunch of guys that were hunting sweat wheat and after doing the blind they were done hunting for it. Cheers

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Like I told another, this is not whether I like the ECBP, it’s about what bourbons I’ve stopped hunting. I’ve got a lot of barrel picks and ECBP is not my favorite. Glad it’s yours. Cheers my friend.

@thumperjdm

2 ай бұрын

I'll add to your comment: I've got two ECBP store picks, and both are absolutely fantastic (and unique.)

I like bourbons from 94 to 100 proof. One exception is Pursuit United. I find that drinking lower proof means lower expenditures. With you on the Weller. Antique is the only one I like.

Ive had a few Heavens Door bottles which I quite liked . I agree with ECBP. I would add Basil Haydens to this list.

Great video. Pretty much Agreed with every choice. I'd have add Booker's to the list for the same distribution issue you had with Elijah Craig. At 4 releases a year at $100 MSRP, over the last couple of years they've been too hit or miss.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Andrew. This video will probably be the most controversial video I’ve done but I’m sure everyone has whiskeys they won’t buy again. Only a couple do I regret buying and none of those are on this list.

@keithsmith4944

3 ай бұрын

Couldn’t agree more with the wine finished stuff. I just don’t think it mixes well with corn, especially the light whiskey. However, I think they do much better with rye. Picked up my first Old Elk recently (wheat and rye) but haven’t cracked it.

Smoke wagon and buffalo trace oh and Woodford double oaked I just don't enjoy them anymore.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Woodford is good but I’ve found several DO I now like better.

Wow…the Weller made this list. Crazy. I can’t believe that the Elijah Craig Barrel proof made it too. I have been watching lots of videos on it and would very like to try it. Cheers man. 🥃🥃

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I like the ECBP just like a lot of 110 to 120 proof bourbons better, enough so that I just decided I was done buying them. Cheers.

Couldn't agree any more with the Sweetens Cove. I'm pissed and I got for only $33 seriously what a disappointment.

Stagg crushes Elijah Craig Barrel proof..

@bourbonriders

2 ай бұрын

Did anyone notice Stagg was NOT on my list? This is one of the many reasons why.

Disagree on the ECBP, would add Midwinter, Smoke Wagon, and Little Book

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I’m still wanting a Little Book, the issue is the price. Cheers my friend.

@PWNAGIZER

3 ай бұрын

@@bourbonriders Little Book is by far worse value than ECBP, Larceny BP, and even Peerless I would say. The only exceptions in my opinion are early Little Book, and the most recent one.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Damn! I almost bought and overpaid for one. Glad I held back my wallet.

Agree 100% on wheated whiskeys, ECBP - the ECBPs are too hot to enjoy regularly.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

WOW, thought I was the only one who thought that. Thanks.

OE Cigar cut is exceptional and I get it around me for $109

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

That’s a great price.

When I heard "wheated whiskey" I was a little confused what you meant. I think it's just "wheat whiskey." I've drunk entire bottles of three different ones and and never got to like 'em so I gave up. I've never purchased an Old Elk. Have always seemed too pricey for what they are. And some people say they don't even taste all that great.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

You are correct sir, my grammar is atrocious 😆

@StillLivinginthewoods

2 ай бұрын

"Wheat whiskey", by legal definition, is a whiskey that has at least 51% wheat in the mash bill. "Wheated whiskey", while not a legal term, generally refers to a bourbon that has wheat in the mash bill in place of rye.

@bourbonriders

2 ай бұрын

@@StillLivinginthewoods I stand corrected. I am not a fan of Wheat Whiskeys but am a fan of wheated whiskey. Cheers!

Agree on the barrel proof bourbons, I haven't found one that is enjoyable.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I tend to like the lower entry proof bourbons out there, why I like the James E Pepper Batch Proof and the Maker's Mark Cask Strength. Cheers!

Ah, my good man -- me 💭 thinks you're missing out on the Maker's wood finishing series w/ the French staves and wot not- 🍰 dessert in a glass!! Cheers from ETn Smoky Mtns area--

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Cheers my friend. I have a friend (yes, I have friends) that's getting ready to release a Maker's store pick and it's cake & frosting in a glass!

I completely understand your lineup. With staples like Russel's 10 year and the JD line and a few other great bourbon's under $100 why pay more for fad brands.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I've been spending a lot of my cash lately on store picks. So often, I can get a sample from bottle shops before I buy. Wish you could try them all before you buy!

So, Peyton puts out a real stinker-- 🤔 Thnx.for the warning!😮

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I wanted to like that one too, think a lot of Peyton.

Try the wheat n rye from old elk. Got a bottle for $80. Amazing

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I'm hit and miss on Rye except for Toasted Rye, I like them for some oddball reason.

I passed on the Sweet wheat about 3 times because reviewers were saying its trash and Makers was better than the sweet wheat.. I love the single barrel and 12 year. Should have bought the sweet wheat and checked it out but it's all gone ☹️

@bourbonriders

Ай бұрын

I used to love the Full Proof but 125 proof is just not enjoyable so when I found the Sweet Wheat, that became my favorite 1792. Cheers.

Guy hates my whole collection 😂

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Really? That’s fricking awesome or horribly wrong. 😂

Agreed 1792 is over hyped.... On the wheated whiskeys maker sure you try Makers Mark Cellar Aged before you finish them up !! An 4 bottles is enough for your lifetime.. lol i obviously have issues as 4 bottles of wild turkey 101 disappeared down my throat in the last 2 weeks ;)

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

I wish I could find a Cellar's that was affordable, they are at Pappy prices every time I find one.

@__PJ__

3 ай бұрын

@@bourbonriders fingers crossed you do, its worth it !

Interesting that you are done with high proof and are against adding water but you are ok with the distiller adding water to the bottle.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Not against adding water. Check out our video “Water Up Your Bourbon”. In my opinion, high proof does not equal better taste or better value. This is simply my view, yours is just as valid. Cheers.

Really enjoyed your video ❤ New subscriber cheers 🥃

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Eric, this video is about 49% agree, 49% disagree, and 2% want me to just go back to bed. 🤣🤣🤣

Have you had a 1792 FP store pick?

@bourbonriders

2 ай бұрын

I think my FPs are store picks, I need to check.

Weller 107 is trash. Everything else is gold.

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

Respectfully disagree my friend. But if we all had the same palate, only Wild Turkey 101 would be sold in stores. 😝

Celebrity endorsed whiskey?!? 🤔🫣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@bourbonriders

3 ай бұрын

What's even funnier, I bought that Jypsi bourbon and had no idea Eric Church was behind it. It's actually pretty good juice, may have to eat my words now!