Name me a bourbon or two

GWN · 02-11-2013, 07:18 PM

Heading south of the border soon and want to try something we can't get here in Ontario.
Prefer Four Roses and Woodford Reserve to some of the more in-your-face spirits.
Our selection here of American whiskeys is pretty limited.
Don't want to break the bank, but would like to sample a smooth, affordable whiskey or two.
What's readily available (heading to PA).

Remo · 02-11-2013, 07:19 PM

I have found that Buffalo Trace is very good

big_jaygee · 02-11-2013, 07:27 PM

personally like Makers Mark and Four Roses

GWN · 02-11-2013, 07:30 PM

What's Old Forester like?

pnoon · 02-11-2013, 08:13 PM

Lots of good recommendations here:
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=337

DaBear · 02-11-2013, 08:15 PM

Definitely grab a bottle of Angel's Envy if you can find it. The son of the guy who did Woodford is behind it, and the guy who did Woodford followed him there to help out. Its finished in port barrels for 6-8 months that gives it a great cherry-ish sweetness. Jefferson's and Bulleit are another two solid options. Bulleit makes a great rye too. Four Roses Single Barrel is another good one, especially for the ~$38 price tag

pnoon · 02-11-2013, 08:17 PM

Eagle Rare and Corner Creek get my vote for decent bourbons that won't break the bank.

billybarue · 02-11-2013, 08:56 PM

Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace. They come from the same distillery so you might want to try another distiller. But these two are my regulars.

groogs · 02-11-2013, 09:39 PM

A few of my favorites under $50

Four Roses small batch and single barrel
Woodford Reserve
Elijah Craig 18
Eagle Rare
Makers Mark 46
Colorado Breckenridge Bourbon

These are all really nice bourbons and at a price point that won't kill your wallet.

Neens · 02-11-2013, 10:11 PM

If you can find it Michter's US #1 Small Batch Bourbon. Make sure it's the small batch but its on the lower end for $, not too strong and very well drinking.

yourchoice · 02-11-2013, 10:31 PM

I second Peter's recommendation of Eagle Rare, and would also suggest Evan Williams Single Barrel as a good bourbon that is affordable.

MarkinAZ · 02-11-2013, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pnoon

Lots of good recommendations here:
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=337

I'll second the above mentioned thread Jeff. Can't go wrong there

BigCat · 02-12-2013, 06:07 AM

I'd add Elijah Craig 12 year to the mix as well. At around $20 per fifth, it is great bang for the buck.

Blak Smyth · 02-12-2013, 06:08 AM

What part of PA Jeff?
I have been enjoying Elijah Craig 12 Year lately, it's my second favorite behind Woodford so far.
Alot of people enjoy the 12 more than the 18.

GWN · 02-12-2013, 08:22 AM

Thanks guys.
Will check out the thread Peter suggested (should have searched that out.)
Heading to Erie with a side trip to Grove City.

07-10-2013, 09:47 PM

Jefferson's very small batch is approx. 82 proof, very smooth and warm- not a big burn at all. Under $30.00. My favorite for most cigar pairings.

Blantons is one of the best for the price, around $52.00. Best bourbon I've had.
At this cost, for special occasions, but well worth the cost!!!

If you like wheatears, try Evan Williams single barrel - very high ratings and also under $30.00. Smooth and sweeter than most rye bourbons. Much better than Makers Mark.

If you like your bourbon stout, try Knob Creek at 100 proof. Good sipping bourbon under $30.00. Strong, loads of flavor...not for the faint of heart. This is one people either love or hate. Real Bourbon enthusiasts usually like it!

These are what I stock for my personal enjoyment. My 2c...

RR

SmokeyJoe · 07-10-2013, 10:06 PM

Maker's Mark

Blanton's

Bookers (a little pricey)

Knob Creek

Buffalo Trace

I don't think you can go wrong with any of these.

pnoon · 07-10-2013, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by volfan

+1 for anything from Jefferson's.

Knob Creek

Willett's (personal favorite)

Elmer T Lee

High West Rendezvous Rye or Templeton Rye (just try it - smokier and better with cigars).

High West Campfire - wow

Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch

+1 on Campfire

longknocker · 07-11-2013, 05:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by badbriar

Jefferson's very small batch is approx. 82 proof, very smooth and warm- not a big burn at all. Under $30.00. My favorite for most cigar pairings.

Blantons is one of the best for the price, around $52.00. Best bourbon I've had.
At this cost, for special occasions, but well worth the cost!!!

If you like wheatears, try Evan Williams single barrel - very high ratings and also under $30.00. Smooth and sweeter than most rye bourbons. Much better than Makers Mark.

If you like your bourbon stout, try Knob Creek at 100 proof. Good sipping bourbon under $30.00. Strong, loads of flavor...not for the faint of heart. This is one people either love or hate. Real Bourbon enthusiasts usually like it!

These are what I stock for my personal enjoyment. My 2c...

RR

Was Gifted A Bottle Of Blanton's Several Weeks Ago. Good Whiskey, But I Prefer Maker's Mark. Blanton's Was A Little Too Strong & "In Your Face" For Me.

dial911 · 07-15-2013, 04:54 PM

You can pick up the following top tier bourbons for $20ish:

George Dickel #12
Buffalo Trace
Eagle Rare

If you like rye whiskey, give Bulleit a try as well. It's closer to $30.

02-11-2013, 07:19 PM	#2
Remo C.I.A Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Palm Harbor, Florida Posts: 12,597 Trading: (122)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two I have found that Buffalo Trace is very good __________________

02-11-2013, 07:27 PM	#3
big_jaygee I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Dec 2012 First Name: Jason Location: Houston Posts: 3,914 Trading: (59)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two personally like Makers Mark and Four Roses

02-11-2013, 07:30 PM	#4
GWN Snow City Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Barrie, Ontario Posts: 898 Trading: (10)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two What's Old Forester like? __________________

02-11-2013, 08:13 PM	#5
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two Lots of good recommendations here: http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=337 __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

02-11-2013, 08:15 PM	#6
DaBear Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Bear Location: Raleigh, NC(NC State) Posts: 2,010 Trading: (26)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two Definitely grab a bottle of Angel's Envy if you can find it. The son of the guy who did Woodford is behind it, and the guy who did Woodford followed him there to help out. Its finished in port barrels for 6-8 months that gives it a great cherry-ish sweetness. Jefferson's and Bulleit are another two solid options. Bulleit makes a great rye too. Four Roses Single Barrel is another good one, especially for the ~$38 price tag

02-11-2013, 07:18 PM	#1
GWN Snow City Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Barrie, Ontario Posts: 898 Trading: (10)	Name me a bourbon or two Heading south of the border soon and want to try something we can't get here in Ontario. Prefer Four Roses and Woodford Reserve to some of the more in-your-face spirits. Our selection here of American whiskeys is pretty limited. Don't want to break the bank, but would like to sample a smooth, affordable whiskey or two. What's readily available (heading to PA). __________________

02-11-2013, 08:17 PM	#7
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two Eagle Rare and Corner Creek get my vote for decent bourbons that won't break the bank. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

02-11-2013, 08:56 PM	#8
billybarue Still Watching My Back Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 226 Trading: (5)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace. They come from the same distillery so you might want to try another distiller. But these two are my regulars. __________________ "A Nation that makes a great distinction between its scholars and its warriors will have its thinking done by cowards and its fighting done by fools." --- Thucydides

02-11-2013, 09:39 PM	#9
groogs Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Grant Posts: 1,945 Trading: (62)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two A few of my favorites under $50 Four Roses small batch and single barrel Woodford Reserve Elijah Craig 18 Eagle Rare Makers Mark 46 Colorado Breckenridge Bourbon These are all really nice bourbons and at a price point that won't kill your wallet.

02-11-2013, 10:11 PM	#10
Neens Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Anthony Location: Orange, CT Posts: 349 Trading: (21)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two If you can find it Michter's US #1 Small Batch Bourbon. Make sure it's the small batch but its on the lower end for $, not too strong and very well drinking.

02-11-2013, 10:31 PM	#11
yourchoice Down the stretch Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joel Location: South Jersey Posts: 4,091 Trading: (36)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two I second Peter's recommendation of Eagle Rare, and would also suggest Evan Williams Single Barrel as a good bourbon that is affordable.

02-12-2013, 06:07 AM	#13
BigCat My back is now unwatched. Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Colin Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 723 Trading: (5)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two I'd add Elijah Craig 12 year to the mix as well. At around $20 per fifth, it is great bang for the buck. __________________ "Now, I don't approve of dissipation, and I don't indulge in it either; but I haven't a particle of confidence in a man who has no redeeming petty vices." Mark Twain

02-12-2013, 06:08 AM	#14
Blak Smyth Think Blue! Join Date: Jun 2011 First Name: SD Location: THE WOOD Posts: 8,486 Trading: (52)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two What part of PA Jeff? I have been enjoying Elijah Craig 12 Year lately, it's my second favorite behind Woodford so far. Alot of people enjoy the 12 more than the 18. __________________ SUPPORT OUR TROOPS

02-12-2013, 08:22 AM	#15
GWN Snow City Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Barrie, Ontario Posts: 898 Trading: (10)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two Thanks guys. Will check out the thread Peter suggested (should have searched that out.) Heading to Erie with a side trip to Grove City. __________________

07-10-2013, 09:47 PM	#16
badbriar Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Name me a bourbon or two Jefferson's very small batch is approx. 82 proof, very smooth and warm- not a big burn at all. Under $30.00. My favorite for most cigar pairings. Blantons is one of the best for the price, around $52.00. Best bourbon I've had. At this cost, for special occasions, but well worth the cost!!! If you like wheatears, try Evan Williams single barrel - very high ratings and also under $30.00. Smooth and sweeter than most rye bourbons. Much better than Makers Mark. If you like your bourbon stout, try Knob Creek at 100 proof. Good sipping bourbon under $30.00. Strong, loads of flavor...not for the faint of heart. This is one people either love or hate. Real Bourbon enthusiasts usually like it! These are what I stock for my personal enjoyment. My 2c... RR

07-10-2013, 10:06 PM	#17
SmokeyJoe Chief Wannastogie Lounge Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joe Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 3,160 Trading: (28)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two Maker's Mark Blanton's Bookers (a little pricey) Knob Creek Buffalo Trace I don't think you can go wrong with any of these. __________________ "I intend to smoke a good cigar to the glory of God..." ~ Charles H. Spurgeon, British Baptist preacher

07-15-2013, 04:54 PM	#20
dial911 Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2 Trading: (0)	Re: Name me a bourbon or two You can pick up the following top tier bourbons for $20ish: George Dickel #12 Buffalo Trace Eagle Rare If you like rye whiskey, give Bulleit a try as well. It's closer to $30. __________________ Check out my cigar blog to read quick, to the point, cigar reviews!