Popular Bourbon Brands Ranked Worst To Best

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3 жыл бұрын

Bourbon is truly an American invention. It dates back to the late 18th century, the result of thirsty colonial settlers making whiskey from local crops such as corn, then aging it in oak barrels. And while it can be made anywhere in the U.S., it's more than strongly associated with Kentucky.
This American spirit has become especially popular in recent years, often topping other whiskey varieties in popularity. Of course, like any other type of liquor, the quality of bourbon can vary quite wildly, and opinions run the gamut. Some people swear by the under-the-radar, small-batch brands. But there's some good stuff in the big brands, too. Here are the most popular bourbon brands ranked worst to best.
#Bourbon #Drinks #Brand
Jim Beam | 0:00
Basil Hayden's | 1:22
Four Roses | 2:08
Maker's Mark | 3:01
Wild Turkey | 3:51
Knob Creek | 5:06
Bulleit | 5:56
Evan Williams | 6:51
Woodford Reserve | 7:56
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@MashedFood 3 жыл бұрын

What's your favorite brand of bourbon?

@gryphonshire 3 жыл бұрын

Jim Beam White Label bourbon for mixed drinks, Tullamore Dew Whiskey for sippin' straight.

@mubbamubba 3 жыл бұрын

The entire Old Forester line

@paulnonatuse.bautista1294 3 жыл бұрын

Maker's Mark

@fubartotale3389 3 жыл бұрын

Buffalo Trace, they don't even put it on the shelves out here, if you ask, and they have stock, they'll sell you a bottle.

@halhuffman 3 жыл бұрын

Old Grand Dad, Bonded if I can afford it

@raze4789 2 жыл бұрын

Wild Turkey 101 is under rated by most people. It's not flashy or expensive but it is exactly what a bourbon should be. When i want to unwind after a particularly difficult day, 101 is there.

@ivanzandt Жыл бұрын

Second this. WT 101 is one of the best values in bourbon, imho.

@GrinderCB 2 жыл бұрын

I've always felt the best Bourbon is the one you like best. All of these brands are highly rated. Of the ones I've tried, I like Four Roses best. However, I've never tried Evan Williams so thats definitely on the list. Funny thing. I was pouring myself a Bourbon one evening and my mom saw the bottle and said, "I didn't know you liked Four Roses. That was my grandpa's brand." I never knew him as he died before I was born, but I found an old photo of him with some friends at a saloon and on the table was a bottle of Four Roses. Maybe it's genetic...

@mikesweeney5619 2 жыл бұрын

Evan is really pretty good.tasted a lot like Jack Daniels,and Jim Beam,but not as pricey as either....

@GrinderCB 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesweeney5619 Never been a fan of Jack Daniels. My only experience with Evan Williams was a poor holiday nog I bought a couple years ago. But I have seen it on many lists as a great yet inexpensive sipping whiskey.

@mikesweeney5619 2 жыл бұрын

@@GrinderCB Never was a fan of Nog anyway,but just their regular bourbon is really good!!!!

@stevenwiederholt7000 2 жыл бұрын

Very Well Said!! I like Markers Mark, I got turned on to it at thee EM club Osan AFB in1968, by my Flight Chief. That said I have a real problem with these Ranking of something that is so subjective. Smacks of elitism.

@tombryan1 2 жыл бұрын

Your Mom lets you drink?

@drewdrew8088 3 жыл бұрын

Where’s the Buffalo Trace? Elijah Craig? Old Forester? WTF kind of list is this? Agree with the Turkey and Knob Creek though!

@sgtlamancha805 2 жыл бұрын

Elijah always gets a short shift…smh

@rashuanbostic3935 2 жыл бұрын

Wtf!!! No Elijah Craig??? Stupid list.

@SHADY.45 2 жыл бұрын

No Elijah Craig because the shit is nearly impossible to find . I live in PA and I’ve only seen it on shelves 1 time and I’ve been looking for it since

@Chrisprusse 3 жыл бұрын

Love seeing Evan Williams get some love. Under-appreciated among the low end bourbons.

@Phil-ui4tm 3 жыл бұрын

They have a single barrel for about $30 that’s a good sipper. I like their white label for mixed drinks. Most bartenders keep plenty of it on hand because it has the most bang for your buck.

@robertslocum2555 3 жыл бұрын

EW 100 proof bottled in bond

@antares8281 3 жыл бұрын

A few years ago, Evan Williams Bottled in Bond (not sure what year) sold at a discount liquor store for about $9.00 a bottle. I liked the idea of bottled in bond, but figured, how good could it be for 9 bucks? I passed. A few days later I read all these amazing reviews for this bourbon and ran back to the store - Gone! I'll never let price get in the way of my judgment again.

@jmsmikey 2 жыл бұрын

Preach it C~ I don't consider it low end at all. I bought it for 1/2 the price of Jack on a whim & love it at any price. It's America's OLDEST distillary~

@captainkirk4514 2 жыл бұрын

You are so right. Evan Williams is so under rated, as well as overlooked by many bourbon snobs. For less than $20 a bottle it's an exceptional value. It's my go-to brand when ever I want to just relax and sip some bourbon straight up, or on the rocks.

@jdinhuntsvilleal4514 2 жыл бұрын

What a pleasant surprise to find my favorite whiskey at #2. I have found Evan Williams much more drinkable than any of the others I've tried.

@JESL_TheOnlyOne 2 жыл бұрын

Same here, a very pleasant surprise!

@kurttate9446 2 жыл бұрын

And all this time I've been buying Evan Williams for use in my holiday fruit cakes (because it's cheap). Guess I'll have to give it a try.

@boatingaccident4380 Жыл бұрын

Evan Williams is hands down the best value bourbon. They could double the price and it would still sell.

@Keith.Vieira Жыл бұрын

All the Hobo's under the bridge love it also..

@jonking7345 Жыл бұрын

@@Keith.Vieira nearly literally rofl 😆

@ericlord1796 2 жыл бұрын

Elijah Craig is a in your face bourbon that’s put out some very strong expressions. Barrel strength, toasted, etc.

@Motorman3538 2 жыл бұрын

I’m personally not a fan. But to each their own! Find what u like and keep on keepin on!

@number51oco 3 жыл бұрын

Bulleit gets overlooked way to often, good to see it here. Buffalo Trace should be on here.

@migcap7356 3 жыл бұрын

I like Bulleit... I've got both in my cabinet...

@michaelcooke6267 3 жыл бұрын

Meh

@TylerBoone 3 жыл бұрын

Everyone has a different take on bourbon...when you find your favorite, you know it.

@redxsage 2 жыл бұрын

*Lemmy* drank bourbon and coke.

@rodneypratt7082 2 жыл бұрын

Me, four roses small batch

@joeyboedeker7205 2 жыл бұрын

Crown

@Middle850 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a big bourbon fan and for my value Eagle Rare 10 year has to be one of my top choices. Four Roses single barrel is very good and smooth. Bulliet is another good choice. All under $50 and very good.

@safetymikeengland 2 жыл бұрын

I like four Roses. And Bulliet.

@louiscaeiroramos8051 2 жыл бұрын

My very first Whiskey/Bourbon experience was by chance: Woodford Reserve. That was August 2020 and ever since I have bought 17 other, mainly Scotch but Woodford Reserve is still my favourite. I have finished the reverse and last week also the double oak. I have a closed bottle of Wheat and a Reserve. I do have another 6 bottles that I never tasted, but till now it is still my number one.

@xmaniac99 2 жыл бұрын

17 others? Let me know when you throw a Bourbon party!

@tslomka6272 Жыл бұрын

Highly recommend going to the distillery. If you do the tasting you get a sample straight from the barrel.

@r.o.1330 Жыл бұрын

@@tslomka6272 ......the best part of that tour was the small of the rick house! my grandmother's kitchen never achieved that level of aroma.

@johntandycrabtree392 Жыл бұрын

I am a fan of the "Double Oaked".

@hotrunny 2 жыл бұрын

Jim Beam white label gets the job done just fine. Find it anywhere. Priced right.🥃👌🏻

@mr.tightywhitey8085 3 жыл бұрын

Lemmy was known for Jack Daniel’s. They even made a bottle in his name.

@jimpatterson3286 3 жыл бұрын

Jack ain't bourbon, it's whiskey.

@lbowsk 3 жыл бұрын

@Houston Paul It's not bourbon. It's Sour Mash Whiskey.

@brianadhd 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed a jack n coke Is even refered to as a Lemmy 🤘

@brianadhd 3 жыл бұрын

Buy in bulk he used to say 🥃

@jimpatterson3286 3 жыл бұрын

@Houston Paul Yep. Bourbon in whiskey out.

@robertmcdougall3166 2 жыл бұрын

I am a Scot and tend to go for a single malt whisky but over the last three years have sampled and really enjoyed a few Bourbons. Out of the dozen or so I have bought, Woodford Reserve is my favourite by some margin. Delighted the video also ranks it so favourably. Great in an Old Fashioned as well.

@davidvarley1812 Жыл бұрын

Woodford is fantastic but on if in the Uk then I'd argue Buffalo Trace better because its of equal quality but costs far less.

@hastysardine1 9 ай бұрын

@@davidvarley1812it all depends on where you're from here in South Carolina you can pick up a liter of Buffalo Trace for 35 Woodford may be 37 or 38

@davidvarley1812 9 ай бұрын

@hastysardine1 here Buffalo Trace is about £20 to £25 while Woodfords is about £35 to forty. In the UK, most bars and restaurant type pubs will sell Woodford, and therefore, everyone knows about the brand. Buffalo Trace is only available at supermarkets and then only in a limited number of bottles.

@JoshChristiane 3 жыл бұрын

Old Grand Dad is probably the best buy for the money, especially the bonded and 114. High proof, fantastic flavour, and a rich oily mouthfeel.

@mrthomas7511 3 жыл бұрын

Buddy of mine was a bar tender in Chicago before covid. I asked him for advice on building a bar. He highly recommend old grand dad and aviation gin. Definitely buy both. I never tried gin in my life.

@JoshChristiane 3 жыл бұрын

@@mrthomas7511 Gin ranges from "rubbing alcohol" to like a gorgeous perfume. Aviation is good but a little flat, I HIGHLY recommend you try "Bombay Saphire East" sometimes branded as "Far East". It's like a gorgeous perfume, so fragrant and light/delicate. It has this really juniper and pepper forward smell and taste, you'll love it. Try mixing it with Fever Tree tonic and you'll like it even more. Start with just half an ounce of it in a glass with tons of ice and tonic water, then you'll adapt to that beautiful fragrant flavour and taste. The other best option if you can't find that is Tanqueray, a beautifully citrus tasting gin that's still very oily and fragrant.

@mrthomas7511 3 жыл бұрын

@@JoshChristiane I appreciate your response! I will highly look into this idea Saturday.

@JoshChristiane 3 жыл бұрын

@@mrthomas7511 Hope you enjoy it! :D

@idontlikesports 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely correct. Have both in the cabinet right now. The giant bung hole of the 114, it just screams put the Bourbon in My belly.

@jorgebro7477 2 жыл бұрын

Basil Hayden dark rye is so damn smooth. My absolute favorite

@0017Bulldog 2 жыл бұрын

Love the Bulleit for an every day kind of bourbon. I couldn't agree more of your assessment.

@klesmer 3 жыл бұрын

Woodford Reserve Double Oaked and their Rye are my two favorites.

@nosambawhcs3664 2 жыл бұрын

Old Grand Dad Bottled In Bond is probably my favorite bottle regularly found under $30.

@r.o.1330 Жыл бұрын

.....it was really cool to watch this video and realize i've been in many if not most of those rooms!

@zulickj 3 жыл бұрын

The fact that Buffalo Trace isn't even on this list completely discredits this list.

@xChemistryFTWx 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. And Basil Haydens should not be that low on the list

@jasonenglish1449 3 жыл бұрын

My guess is that BT didn't make the list because it's too hard to find in many places. Whereas, all of those that did make the list are readily available.

@BBAERSTANCE1 3 жыл бұрын

@@xChemistryFTWx Hayden sucks dude, learn bourbon

@er070559 3 жыл бұрын

Completely agree

@danielarledge7017 3 жыл бұрын

agreed, and while I do like Woodford, if I'm in the store buying at this price point, I will buy go to Elijah Craig every time.

@sourcecode5273 2 жыл бұрын

I recently tried Makers Mark for the first time and it tasted pretty good. Going to try Woodford next.

@Lockbar 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy makers mark and knob creek,...but Woodford is a step up. I don't think you will be disapointed.

@raymalec2830 Жыл бұрын

Try the Woodford double Oaked. Mighty tasty 😋

@freemanchrisx 2 жыл бұрын

When I started drinking bourbon the first one I tried was Evan Williams and couldn't really find a reason to drink anything else. I've tried a few others since then, but taste and value always bring me back.

@jeffsnoddy1969 2 жыл бұрын

Their bottled in bond is worth a try too. Great stuff

@freemanchrisx 2 жыл бұрын

@@jeffsnoddy1969 That's the white label, great stuff!

@mlungisiwilsonii1667 2 жыл бұрын

Dude I have had White Label Jim BIM mixed with Coke,that shit is good.

@MesaperProductions 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, when you find a whisky you like, there's only one thing to do. Drink it!

@freemanchrisx 2 жыл бұрын

@@MesaperProductions No doubt about it, I didn't really discover bourbon until I was in my forties. I mostly drank Jack Daniels and Crown Royal, but after I got a bottle of bourbon I was like, what the hell have I been drinking all these years?!

@Hero_of_Legend 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like this list failed to include Jim Beam Devil's Cut, and that's a bit of a shame. It's a fantastic whiskey. One of my favorite bourbons.

@leebaldwin6015 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, as well as black label Beam wich I just tasted for the first time New years eve,very tasty and smooth

@dumpsterchicken6287 2 жыл бұрын

@@leebaldwin6015 Jim Beam Black is one of my favorites.

@samwrought5650 Ай бұрын

Both my favorites devils cut and black

@v3z6kc 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I was so looking forward to blasting away for how great welller, vanwinkle etc etc but thank goodness you left these unicorns out. They have no place in affordable available whiskey. The most ridiculous useless reviews are those Buffalo trace brands and the extremely overpriced ($2000) junk out there. Thank you for being honest and sane in this review.

@garytredwell5649 3 жыл бұрын

In Nova Scotia our booze is EXPENSIVE so Evan Williams is my new go to!

@dennispyle3853 2 жыл бұрын

As a retired cooperage employee of 40 plus years, the care and pride that goes into the bourbon process means to me, ENJOY what you like.

@truckerjoe228 2 жыл бұрын

Mississippi Grind is one of my favorite movies. And I tried Woodford Reserve, just to say I did. Simply wonderful. And this is coming from a diehard Scotch drinker.

@dashamanstevo5326 2 жыл бұрын

Woodford reserve is my go to when it comes to bourbons. If I want to fork out and go for broke, Bakers, or Blantons uncut straight from the barrel. Bakers and Blantons uncut are high proof, hot and best sipped over ice. Allow the ice to melt a little to open up a whole world of caramel, vanilla oak and butterscotch spiciness. I am in Australia, so Woodfords retails for around AU$60-70 depending on the store. Bakers and Blantons uncut you are looking at AU$ 130 - 170 and at selected retailers. They can be a little difficult to find.

@Rrix36 3 жыл бұрын

It is clear that the people who made this list did not actually try any of these or anything else.

@lbowsk 3 жыл бұрын

Best post so far. Exactly.

@01blaval 2 жыл бұрын

Right!

@rodcoulter997 2 жыл бұрын

As a WildTurkey101 and a MakersMark guy since college(70s), recently discovered JimBean “BLACK”(extra aged). It is FANTASTIC. Not as sweet as Turkey, regular JimBeam or Makers. Very smooth, not too bold, and not so sweet. A true Bourbon taste. Priced right.

@mk-cf1gt 2 жыл бұрын

Jim Beam black gives me bad hangovers. I'll stick with Maker's Mark

@Joe_J-MT_Boy 2 жыл бұрын

Both Wild Turkey 101 and the Jim Beam Black Label series (Double Oaked, Extra Aged) are new to me as of this past year (2021) and they are excellent. Maker's Mark is just an all around excellent bourbon and an 'easy sipper' if ever there was one. If you like these, be sure and try Evan Williams Black Label. It punches way above its class when it comes to nose, taste and drinkability.

@bikingfencer 2 жыл бұрын

Black Label was my first regular after white label, and it was WAY better, but I try to stay at 100 proof.

@dumpsterchicken6287 2 жыл бұрын

@@Joe_J-MT_Boy Jim beam black and maker's Mark are two of my favorites

@joeydavis4410 3 жыл бұрын

Buffalo Trace, Heaven Hill and Old Forester should all be on that list!

@viciousvictortee1298 2 жыл бұрын

Its A Mashed list. They pretty much just google Shit and dont fact check much. I just watched a fast food in every state one fast food place they listed didnt even exist in the state.

@dantean 3 жыл бұрын

Evan Williams is absolutely GO-TO!.

@jquinlan 3 жыл бұрын

Old Forester is ahead of most ranked here.

@gappergob6169 3 жыл бұрын

@lukea.907 2 жыл бұрын

yes, they missed A LOT. It looks like they just ranked the best selling bourbon. How we're Woodford and Bullitt so high?!?

@Remember_when 2 жыл бұрын

@@lukea.907 Woodford and Bulleit are my husband's favorites. I like Four Roses.

@briangregus5225 2 жыл бұрын

@@Remember_when I like both Woodford and Bulleit. Bulleit is my daily and at Costco the big bottle is the still cheaper than a 750ml of anything comparable.

@nigelbarker8726 2 жыл бұрын

Don't Woodford Reserve and Old Forester use the same mash bill?

@markhope4993 2 жыл бұрын

I started drinking bourbon when I was 14 years old my all-time favorite is Wild Turkey 101 it has a sweet taste to me.

@ConcealedCarrier 3 ай бұрын

I got 2 free Woodford minis on a plane as an "I'm sorry" for a long delay. I hadn't tried bourbon neat before and was really pleased. Glad to see it so high.

@politicsuncensored5617 11 ай бұрын

A poker friend 10 years ago gave me a bottle of Rebel Yell bourbon for hosting a poker tournament. I have to tell you that it was 100% Great! I have since purchased this bourbon a number of times. It is smooth and great tasting. I like to sit back on my deck on our pond with a cigar at night and a glass or two or three go great with a cigar or two or three. I am really enjoying your video on bourbon tonight as I sit back with a glass and cigar. Shalom

@hackfabrication139 3 жыл бұрын

I drink a lot of bourbon, and have tasted all those you reviewed. And more. In the 'pure Jim Beam' line, I like Jim Beam Black. But I've become a Evan Williams fan over the past several months. Makes a great Manhattan or Old Fashion,. and a very tasty Mint Julep!

@1mattadams 3 жыл бұрын

Yep,I agree. Evan William Black is a great value. Don’t tell anyone else around here.

@kevinmullins4919 3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion if your mixing your bourbon your a mixed drink drinker a bourbon drinker enjoys it neat.

@donaldclay9535 3 жыл бұрын

Jim Bean is for Beginners. I Still Like It.

@mothballs 2 жыл бұрын

As a beginner, I like it too

@donaldclay9535 2 жыл бұрын

@@mothballs Touche', (smile)

@kowalski363 2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@infantrycaptain9224 5 ай бұрын

Great content.I like Jim Beam Black.

@donelmore2540 2 жыл бұрын

I discovered Buffalo Trace a few years ago and really like it. Near our house in Texas, it’s gone off the shelf the day it comes in. That same shop turned me on to Benchmark, which they said, is made by the Buffalo Trace Distillery, but the whiskey maker didn’t think it made the cut. So they renamed it Benchmark and they blow it out. It’s really nice at about $20 for a huge bottle (plastic) and $11 for a 750ml glass bottle. It is a fine sipping whiskey. And I have had virtually every whiskey on the list.

@teambogus85 2 жыл бұрын

My wife and I love Buffalo Trace. It’s readily available up here in Alberta, but a 750 costs us around $34.cdn.

@rafaelfernandes1853 2 жыл бұрын

Buffalo Trace is the best bourbon I have ever had and, best thing, it's cost benefit is great. If I want a great scotch, I get a Glenlivet.

@ent373 2 жыл бұрын

@@rafaelfernandes1853 Well, you should try Eagle Rare, then.

@SB-qm5wg 2 жыл бұрын

I loved Buffalo Trace but can't find it anymore (in Texas)

@donelmore2540 2 жыл бұрын

@@SB-qm5wg Skip’s liquor in New Braunfels supposedly gets it, but it’s gone the same day. Maybe you could get on their call list?

@mikec5018 3 жыл бұрын

Not even a mention of Buffalo Trace ? Evan Williams "New" 1783 much more enjoyable and @ 90 pf but usually WT101 beats all the budget offerings.

@antares8281 3 жыл бұрын

Not only didn't they mention Buffalo Trace, but the bourbons mentioned were all heavy on the rye portion of the mash bill. BT is wheated and right now, (tastes seemingly change overnight) wheated bourbons are in. I was in the Tampa Bay area last year where the liquor store I frequent was having a party because they found some Buffalo Trace and limited the sales to two bottles per customer. I really like BT, but I've never seen it treated like Pappy.

@gwmcklintock 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I read your reply because it save me 9 min. of my life. No mention of Buffalo Trace shows this is nothing more than snobs thinking rather than knowing...

@robzilla69 2 жыл бұрын

@@antares8281 Buffalo trace does have a wheated mash bill but it is not used for 80% of their products. Pappy and Weller lines are the only Buffalo Trace products that contain wheat in the mashbill.

@Ottophil 2 жыл бұрын

I havent been able to find it since 2017

@rkuhle1983 2 жыл бұрын

Bar was out of Bulliet the other night for my Old Fashioned and Buffalo Trace was recommended. Will be adding it to my shelf very soon. Am a fan!

@BETTERWORLDSGT 2 жыл бұрын

The best ones is Early Times and Rocking Chair! On Sunday when the Liquor Store was closed, it tasted mighty good after driving out to the Bootlegger!

@SupaRush Жыл бұрын

Woodsford Reserve Double Oak is the best Bourbon i've ever had. I did a blind taste test with 12 top notch bourbons and my favorite came out to be the Double Oak. Still to this day it packs the most flavor and perfect neat or over Ice.

@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney 2 жыл бұрын

I used to LOVE bourbon, but I loved it and other booze a little too much and quit drinking for two years. Once I could drink responsibly, I couldn’t WAIT to have a glass of whiskey, but was horrified to find that I now hated my prior favorite libation! The only bourbons I can genuinely enjoy nowadays are Wild Turkey Rare Breed, Buffalo Trace, and Bulleit. Thank the gods I never lost my taste for Scotch, particularly the Islays. I’ve learned now that there’s SO much more to be discovered in the world of single-malt whisky than ANY bourbon could ever provide.

@donelmore2540 2 жыл бұрын

I started with single malt scotches and couldn’t abide bourbons. Now my pallet has shifted and I like bourbons, but scotches not so much. Walking out of my market in California, I saw the Macallan 18 was over $400 and Macallan 12 (my favorite Macallan) was over $100! Buffalo Trace was under $20 on sale, Benchmark was around $20 in the huge bottle and $11 for 750ml in a glass bottle. Benchmark is now my “go to” bourbon.

@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney 2 жыл бұрын

@@donelmore2540 Yeah, it is ridiculously expensive, so I don’t enjoy it terribly often. My favorite by a MILE is Laphroaig Quarter Cask, which is WAY cheaper than a lot of (in my opinion and for my palate) much less impressive and interesting whiskies. I think I gave roughly 75 or 80 dollars for my last bottle, but that was several months ago, I know certain Scotches got way more expensive for a while recently but they may have gone back down by now, I don’t know. I’m not ashamed to admit that I regularly enjoy a few Johnnie Walker Black Labels with a splash of soda and a twist of lime, too, there’s nothing wrong with blended Scotch or Scotch cocktails in my opinion. Good single-malts I tend to have with just a few drops of water or neat. I used to like bourbon with a single ice cube and sometimes also a splash of soda.

@painless465 2 жыл бұрын

Bourbon is one thing, but Islay Scotch is the nectar of the gods!(especially Ardbeg)

@tinman5924 2 жыл бұрын

I was surprised that my favorite Bourbon rated so high. I do know that when you say Evan Williams many turn up their nose. However in blind served neat taste tests most of "those folks" always seem to say "now that's a good sipping whisky!'. I very much agree with this video on the hugely overrated Jim B. If I wanted my whisky watered down I prefer to do that myself. I admit I'm a Neat drinker of Bourbon and do not mix it with anything and prefer my drink at room temperature. I enjoy a heavy Stout beer also at room temperature........probably just be me. One very nice Bourbon that I drink when I can find it is Buffalo Trace. Trace is nice but no more complex than Evan Williams. I've tried a bunch of Bourbons and over paid (IMO) for a lot of them. I'm extremely happy with a three finger full tumbler of E.W. in the late evening scanning thru KZfaq videos or something on TV of interest. Just my $.02

@loganinkosovo 2 жыл бұрын

Four roses used to be the empty pint bottles you would find down at the rail road tracks where the Hobos hung out when I was a kid.

@timsoutdoorlife 2 жыл бұрын

Maker's is my everyday go to. For special occasions I like the Four Roses Single Barrel reserve.

@raypsychodad 3 жыл бұрын

Four roses, especially the single barrel deserves a much higher place

@BBAERSTANCE1 3 жыл бұрын

Even the small batch is good

@xPhillMcDx 3 жыл бұрын

I completely agree, I would take it over quite a few of these.

@jackkatzman1116 3 жыл бұрын

Evan Williams has been around for a long time and is a great buy.

@Vortex1988 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I'd grab Four Roses Single Barrel over all of these, except for maybe a couple of Wild Turkey's products.

@Vortex1988 3 жыл бұрын

@@jackkatzman1116 Evan Williams doesn't even come close to Four Roses though.

@steveb796 2 жыл бұрын

Great descriptions on why you like or didn’t like it. What you rated low might be what someone prefers. I sold wine for 33 years and appreciated your explanations. I would call the first couple selections the Pinot Grigio of bourbon.

@billgookin7224 2 жыл бұрын

the three bourbons on my shelf: Woodford reserve, Bullett rye and angle's envy...all three are great sipping

@brandonbrown7502 2 жыл бұрын

i recently got into jim beam and out of them all imo devils cut is the best most oaky finish and insane price point 31.95 cdn vs woodford at 52 cdn

@terrychapp9028 3 жыл бұрын

I've tried almost all of the bourbons on this list plus a lot more expensive ones; Woodford Reserve keeps rising to the top of my list.

@alejandroleguizamo7722 3 жыл бұрын

Their double casked is very nice!

@superman6338 2 жыл бұрын

@@alejandroleguizamo7722 double Oaked? Yeah. That's the one I love

@Motorman3538 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t really like woodford reserve. It’s on my shelf and I almost never reach for it

@phillipbaritone3843 2 жыл бұрын

Woodford is seriously good, and I love the cask influence as is. I do like oak but feel that bourbon as is already has such aggressive barrel influence, I almost feel it’s too much to double it

@DTho-vx8zy 2 жыл бұрын

It’s pretty damn good. Love the double oaked!

@pyrorye-80 2 жыл бұрын

Biggest miss here on this list is evan williams single barrel. Wonderful bourbon. Better than most $100 bourbons ive tried. Eagle rare climbs my list fairly high as well

@rayk48 2 жыл бұрын

Russell's Reserve 10yr Bourbon.Seems to be gaining in popularity. Heard guy talking about it in store I work in. A couple other guys bought it. Now it seems to have taken off a bit. Its funny watching old guys running from parking lot to store when they hear the store has some hard to get bourbons. Its like an adult Cabbage Patch Doll craze.

@FlyingGuillotine100 2 жыл бұрын

I like the use of high-end alcoholic phrases such as "workday liquor" and "everyday liquor"

@joshuarose1381 2 жыл бұрын

The Woodford Double Oaked is one I get every holiday for sipping neat, Evan Williams is great as a mixer, and Bulleit Rye makes an amazing old fashioned or sour

@infidelheretic923 2 жыл бұрын

Rye isn’t a bourbon, though.

@Lowdowndog 2 жыл бұрын

My Dad absolutely loves this. I have one upstairs ready for Christmas for him👍

@joshuarose1381 2 жыл бұрын

@@infidelheretic923 i know Bulleit Rye isn't a bourbon but personally I prefer their Rye over their bourbon in old fashioned or sours

@shannondonaldson5881 2 жыл бұрын

Try bulleit rye with orange bitters for a nice change

@Detailguy101 2 жыл бұрын

Right on!

@danlaufer3193 2 жыл бұрын

Try Angel's Envy. This list is ok but you're missing a lot of great bourbons. Buffalo Trace is great for the price.

@Payin_Attention 2 жыл бұрын

Buffalo Trace definitely belongs on this list, and closer to top than bottom.

@safetymikeengland 2 жыл бұрын

I like both of those as well.

@1967PONTIACGTO 2 жыл бұрын

hard to argue with Woodford as number 1 here... I also regularly purchase Makers Mark and Four Roses Single Barrel... surprised to find Bulleit so high, and I will have to try Evan Williams and Wild Turkey 101.

@speedracer2336 2 жыл бұрын

Jim Beam outsells them all, there must be a reason for that!

@paulgreene1277 2 жыл бұрын

Have gone from the top shelf to the bottom and Evan Williams has become my favorite. I keep a bottle of black label and apple in my selection at all times. So smooth and delicious.

@gregparker3526 2 жыл бұрын

I am definitely a bourbon nerd, and have worked for multiple distilleries, so grain of salt there. However, this video came off really half assed to me. I wouldn’t have included bourbons brands who don’t own their own distilleries. Also Maker’s is not a Jim Beam product. They are owned by the same parent company, but that’s it.

@Semiam1 2 жыл бұрын

Love me some Willett Bourbon. Tastes good and the long neck bottle makes it easy to grab after you’ve had a few too many.

@philipbouchelle483 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite is Bulleit, but I like Evan Williams small batch and Jim Beams Devil's Cut.

@mencken8 3 жыл бұрын

Well, these rankings are all just a matter of taste, eh?

@todddenny1483 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite cheap bourbon is Buffalo Trace great price with a nice bite!!! 🤤

@thattannerguy856 2 жыл бұрын

Drinking Basil Hayden's right now for the first time. Def easy drinking and the first thing I noticed was the pepper notes on the back end. But I would say it's pretty solid overall

@cephasmartin8593 2 жыл бұрын

I love Evan Williams!!! There's nothing better than sitting in my recliner in the evening, sipping a half a coffee cup of Evan Williams straight up.

@jonkirkwood469 3 жыл бұрын

Find a bourbon you like. Drink it. Remember: Tulip bulbs, Pet Rocks, Beanie Babies, and Pokemon Cards were all the rage once, too.

@peanutbutter625 3 жыл бұрын

Pokemon cards still are tho. Esp the older ones

@zdme4864 3 жыл бұрын

My pet rocks are priceless now!

@rapidsqualor5367 2 жыл бұрын

There was no mention of how they taste while coming back up. I find the Jim Beam to have a acidic/burning flavor coming up while the Even Willies comes up much easier. I had some Oban once. That sh*t was so good I drank it twice.

@sgtlamancha805 2 жыл бұрын

Evan or Elijah are my go to’s. Love and appreciate the finish on both. Along with a good El Presidente of course.

@79champions Жыл бұрын

That four roses small batch is my daily. Love that juice.

@ghw7192 Жыл бұрын

I have learned not to always trust Mashed reviews and to rarely trust them when it comes to alcohol and this episode is no exception. There are a number of MUCH better sources for bourbon reviews!

@Brad-ic4bp Жыл бұрын

Yeah, this seems to be a list of lower, if not bottom-shelf offerings.

@georgejasper8794 6 ай бұрын

The point was to rate the best selling bourbons, which these all are. Of course there are a million sources out there, this was just a specific topic.

@shanemcfarland1368 2 жыл бұрын

Devils cut is another great one as well as double barrel Jim beam

@RightontheMark8313 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! You just got another sub my friend...I'm gonna check out more of your videos for sure!

@randymarsh7898 2 жыл бұрын

4 roses being below makers mark is mind blowing

@bruceguy710 2 жыл бұрын

Blantons bourbon by far is the best I’ve had lately out of all the ones that you talked about

@greattribulation1388 2 жыл бұрын

Try weller 12 year

@jquinlan 3 жыл бұрын

Try 1792 Small Batch

@candacebordelonph.d.8890 3 жыл бұрын

Oak and Eden is a nice bourbon. I love MB Roland, a craft grain to glass bourbon.

@terrywoodhams2642 2 жыл бұрын

WOODFORD top of the heap in my book. Been drinking whiskey for year in the last few started trying bourbon and that is a solidly priced go to of mine.

@johngalt6929 3 жыл бұрын

For the money, these are all very good choices.

@glennyates2194 2 жыл бұрын

Woodford Reserve has always been my favorite, but I usually drink Evan Williams because it's 1/4 the cost. I'm surprised and pleased that my two go-to's are so high on this list. I've always loved bourbon but have never considered myself an aficionado. Maybe I'm a better judge than I thought.

@brunoalc5422 2 жыл бұрын

I started drinking bourbon with Evan Williams because of the price. I'm not an expert so to my taste it felt great. I opened a big smile when I saw it on this list, I thought it was mocked by the expert community

@glennyates2194 2 жыл бұрын

@@brunoalc5422, Yep, who knew?

@sashole1 2 жыл бұрын

Evan Williams Single Barrel is quite on par with Woodford Reserve in my book, but it surely isn't 1/4 of the latter's price. Rather, it' costs about 80 percent of Woodford. Currently, Total Wine is selling EW SB for $27.5 and WR - for $29.99.

@brunoalc5422 2 жыл бұрын

@@sashole1 In Brazil, Woodford its actually cheaper than Evan Williams Single barrel

@sashole1 2 жыл бұрын

@@brunoalc5422 Well, perhaps in Brazil there's more demand for Evan Williams Single Barrel or maybe it's just more scarce. But if I were from/in Brazil, it would not upset me a bit since I love Woodford every single bit as much. By the way, if you are from Brazil, is there a type of spirit that is considered a national trademark? Sort of like bourbon in the US, Żubrówka in Poland, vodka in Russia, etc.? Rum, probably?

@jamesbuchanan3145 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, Evan has been my go to for years. For the $$ it is pretty much impossible to beat.

@jromt4988 2 жыл бұрын

I have never had Basel Haydens but from the guys I work with the seem to enjoy it, and I intend to try it one day but bullet is my go to for old fashions for now. I may have to try the Evan Williams now

@jdwilkins2000 2 жыл бұрын

I am 76 years old, and I'm pretty sure that when I first started drinking that Bourbon had to be a) distilled in Kentucky, and b) had to be made of corn only, no rye, wheat, or rice allowed. You could always find Jack Daniels and George Dickel in the bourbon section at the liquor store, even though they were technically "Tennessee Sippin' Whiskey". My Dad, Grandad, and Sister all pounded Jim Beam, while I was a black Jack guy. Had to give it up some years ago for health reasons, but I can still remember the taste!

@nedpalmer7495 2 жыл бұрын

Those are " sour mash whiskey.

@haljarvis1854 Жыл бұрын

I am only 63, but I am certain you are incorrect on both a and b. and c too, jack Daniel's and George Dickel are BOTH technically "bourbon", but most bourbons are NOT technically Tennessee Whiskey. Your welcome, or sorry, whichever applies.

@bx3556 2 жыл бұрын

I've tried them all... (1) Eagle Rare (2) Old Forester (3) Double Cask Woodford (4) Knob Creek Small Batch. (5) 1792 I can't really find better. Maker's Mark is also decent. Never get wild turkey (except rare breed), jim bean, and especially NOT bulleit. Obviously, there are more expensive kinds that I didn't mention in my list.

@JohnathanAulabaugh 2 жыл бұрын

Eagle rare for the win imo, knob creek was a let down

@dashamanstevo5326 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the regular Woodfords to the double barrel. I found the double barrel to be a little overpowering, and too much of a "tobacco" feel. Rare Breed is fantastic, I love barrel strength bourbon over ice, and just let the ice melt a little. I am in Australia, and have often been told that the range of bourbon available here is bigger than the U.S.A., is the Old Forester you rate at 2 the 12 year old? I have had that and it was like liquid velvet.

@red5standingby419 2 жыл бұрын

@@dashamanstevo5326 How would the range of bourbon in Australia be bigger than in the US when all bourbon is literally made in the US?

@dashamanstevo5326 2 жыл бұрын

@@red5standingby419 I had serious doubts about the statement myself when it was said to me. What I have noticed in the comments of various bourbon videos I have seen is it seems there are access issues between states for different brands in the US. This may be what the person was referring to, In Australia, the access to different brands and their stables seem to be uniform across the country. The more I watch these videos, the more I realize hey hang on, we get a very narrow selection of the good stuff here. (we also get lower proof whiskeys. Beam white label is only 37%/74 proof in Aus due to the Excises paid on ethanol content - its shit). Knowing what I now know after watching several more vids, I ask myself the same question.

@josephb.6158 2 жыл бұрын

Got news for you. Knob Creek is made by the same people that make Jim Beam! At the same distillery too.

@Remoniq 3 жыл бұрын

I'm only hear to learn about new brands to bring into my collection. Only learned about two that I don't have.

@charliealvaradovideoseries7700 2 жыл бұрын

To be honest the first killed any liking of Bourbons, but seeing this list I would like to try the best two brands. Thank you for the presentation

@minuteman4199 3 жыл бұрын

Canadian whisky is rye whisky, Being Canadian the reason I prefer Bourbon is because of the sweetness. This commentator seemed to prefer the Bourbons that used lots of rye and had the typical rye spiciness. If I wanted rye spiciness I'd drink my native whiskies instead. Of the limited selection available in Canada I like the Four Roses.

@zomgz932 Жыл бұрын

i am also canadian and honestly dont care much for canadian whiskey. too soft to mellow no flavors. my favorite was weisers small batch but they dont make it any longer. where as a good bourbon is like a bar fight in your face and full of drama. sweet vanilla woody cherry and also the low end grunt like a punch to the face. guess thats why i love single malt and bourbon so much, they are not afraid of strong flavors.

@mikestewart505 Жыл бұрын

@@zomgz932 There's a Canadian brand called Pendleton's (which I think is actually bottled in the US.). It's pretty nice. That said, my favorite whiskies are from Islay, so I'm not a big fan of Canadian whisky. Nice to have something easy around for guests who don't enjoy bar fights, though.

@zomgz932 Жыл бұрын

@@mikestewart505 yea i am also partial to a good islay. Quarter cask is my fave it used to be cheap( not any more) it was young enough to not loose any of that peat but old enough to not be harsh.

@yowmemperor 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I love Basil Hayden when I want a smooth bourbon. I can't stand Jim Beam, a single shot will give me hangover, plus it has a mop water aftertaste. The only thing worse is Canadian Mist, gives me a lot of time on the throne. But as someone stated, I think this varies a lot with personal taste, best one is probably the one you personally like.

@michaelscott181 2 жыл бұрын

same, I love Basil Hayden and Jim Beam even Makers Mark give me really bad headaches. Which was weird to see it at the bottom. I guess to each their own.

@yowmemperor 2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelscott181 Yeah, I would compare it to a Philly cheese steak vs pizza... they are both amazing, but personal preferences will pull people one way or the other

@Yes.Drac.Here97 Ай бұрын

My dad loves blade and bow! Been buying it lately, but personally I can't do it! His second best is Four Roses.

@marceljohnson2215 2 жыл бұрын

Right now I’m completely sold on Building Station. About to take a sip of Eagle Rare and see how it compares

@jasonantes6015 3 жыл бұрын

they missed alot of stuff on this list that is better than most of these. the issue is that they are trying to stay on a low price point. Buffalo Trace will blow almost all these away. And if you know your bourbons there is alot better things out there for the price point of Woodford

@buckman341 3 жыл бұрын

Agree on Buffalo Trace. Elijah Craig also. I guess they wanted to keep it incredibly simple.

@tomzol 3 жыл бұрын

AGREE!

@wesleyburke7514 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, however here in Florida I can't seem to get Buffalo Trace and when I do the good thing is its price point at $28 for 7:50... just just received a birthday gift of Widow Jane 10 year old. If you're interested in something different try it

@M0J0jojo 2 жыл бұрын

@@wesleyburke7514 it's amazing to me that you can't find Buffalo Trace in Florida when I can go to my local off-licence (liquor store) and pick up a bottle for about €30 in Ireland. I'm going to Florida next year and I'm hoping to pick up Elijah Craig small batch which is harder to find here and can go for about €55 - €60+

@wesleyburke7514 2 жыл бұрын

@@M0J0jojo I was at the liquor store on Friday Elijah Craig was readily available. At this particular liquor store I have to ask the salesperson if they have Buffalo Tace hidden behind the counter . Sometimes they do but most of the times they don't. Safe travels for your trip to America

@davidclose2016 3 жыл бұрын

An entry level bourbon list that doesn't have Buffalo Trace on it? Obviously they're just going for views and not making a real list.

@zachyoder7114 3 жыл бұрын

100% agree with this statement

@Vortex1988 3 жыл бұрын

Both Buffalo Trace and Elijah Craig should be on this list. Maybe Old Forester as well.

@danielshankula9054 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like they're excluding allocated bourbon off this list. Which is for the better since it's getting more expensive/harder to find in a lot of the country.

@Vortex1988 3 жыл бұрын

@@danielshankula9054 As far as allocations go, Buffalo Trace is still relatively easy to find.

@danielshankula9054 3 жыл бұрын

@@Vortex1988sure it's easier to find from an allocation standpoint but you still have to go hunting in most states and know when the drop off day is. The fact that the rest of the bourbons on the list are readily available no matter what state you're in, allows anybody and everybody just getting into bourbon to start trying some of these, and at some point or another they'll probably be introduced to the BT hype train.

@hencodutoit73 2 жыл бұрын

So interesting

@m.dmeyer7632 3 жыл бұрын

Woodford Reserve double oaked and Willett pot still are both very smooth pours.

@JMVideos7676 2 жыл бұрын

In a world where people are now taught to believe that beer should taste like grapefruit juice I can't really count on anyone else to tell me what bourbon I should be drinking.

@leahwhiteley5164 3 жыл бұрын

I think this was a well described reasoning for each ranking. While I may not rank this list the same way exact way, that's based on my personal taste. Wild Turkey Rare Breed, has always been under rated in my opinion. I'd like to see some of the higher tier bourbons ranked, so the arguing can begin.

@Vortex1988 3 жыл бұрын

The problem is that the rankings would almost be reversed for people who actually drink bourbon.

@georgetfzhang 2 жыл бұрын

Technically not a bourbon, but the Mellow Corn (by Heaven Hill Distillery which also owns the Evan Williams brand) is, IMO a great dram with superb value for money. I have yet to encounter a Heaven Hill product that disappoints.