Top 10 BARREL PROOF Bourbons - Bourbon Real Talk 142
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Күн бұрынIt's hard not to love the full, robust flavors that come with a Barrel Proof whiskey. Some bourbon lovers find that they love their lower proof whiskeys, but many LOVE the cask strength. After careful consideration, we present to you our TOP 10 BARREL PROOF Bourbons! Barrel Strength friends...gather round!
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0:00 Intro
0:20 What is a Barrel Proof?
1:38 Bookers
3:36 Blanton's Straight From the Barrel
4:30 Russell's 13 / Rare Breed
6:14 Four Roses Limited Edition / Single Barrel
7:15 Shameless Merch Plug
9:06 William LaRue Weller
11:02 George T Stagg
12:14 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof
14:46 Makers Mark Cask Strength
16:20 Bulleit Barrel Strength
19:18 Larceny Barrel Proof
21:16 Show Philosophy/Sign Off
23:00 Outtakes
23:30 Whiskey Troll Commercial / BRTC
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@robertlee9559 2 жыл бұрын
Makers 46 Cask Strength, if you can find it, is great. Still on the shelves in my neck of the woods. Bulliet is moving their production to Lebanon, KY with their own distillery.
@StillLivinginthewoods 2 жыл бұрын
It's really good. I have yet to spot a bottle, but got to try a sample bottle and was pretty impressed. I think the only Maker's product that I have tried that I liked better was FAE-02, but that's a hundred dollar bottle, so it's not really a fair comparison.
@toddtipton2857 2 жыл бұрын
How does it compare taste wise to regular MM Cask?
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Didn't consider the MM 46 because it is toasted stave finished, and not a traditional bourbon. I love Bulliet!
@myroadtours6147 Жыл бұрын
This is old but my local store as quite a bit of Makers 46 Cask Strength, boxes on the floor. I haven't picked one up yet, Makers is nice but I used it more as a mixer vs sipping. Bulleit is good stuff but ended up switching to Elijah Craig when a lot of local bars pulled Bulleit from the shelves after the issue with Tom Bulleit's daughter and Diageo. I honestly haven't messed with it since myself having started trying other brands.
@Saauuceyy12 2 жыл бұрын
I bought a bottle of Booker’s Barstown Batch, 2021-03. I have a 3 month old who was born in November, 2021. Was going to drink it myself. But then decided to give it to my son instead, when he turns 21. Can’t wait to give it to him!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! Wrap the cork with parafilm and put it in a closet or cabinet to protect it from light.
@Saauuceyy12 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk I didn’t know to do that. I will get on that ASAP!
@CruiserDawg Жыл бұрын
I love that ending. I'm a member of your Facebook page and i must say it's the best community I've been a part of. I love Bourbon Santa. He's the must giving person I've come across. This world needs more people like him. God bless and thank you for all you do and what you stand for. ❤
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the support! Ed certainling makes BRTC a fun place with all his generosity. Do you support on Patreon?
@CruiserDawg Жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk I just got started on Buorbon about 5-6 months ago. I have not joined any Patreon groups yet.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
@@CruiserDawg If you decide you are ready we would be happy to have you.
@coydixon3005 2 жыл бұрын
You know you have a problem when you have 7/10 of your choices...:) You guys are killing it. Keep it up... I really enjoy the brief history of the distilleries as well. Cheers!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@MISTAJZA 2 жыл бұрын
OMG that Mary poppins bag is too cool! 20/10 best whiskeytuber merch I’ve ever seen.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks all to Lindsey!
@jimk2470 2 жыл бұрын
Great content as always. It's nice to get some history behind the bottles. No Brown Forman on the list...I really enjoy Jack Daniel's Barrel Proof, Old Forester Barrel Strength and Woodford Batch Proof.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
We actually recorded this twice (technical issue), and the first one included JDBP as a bonus. It was too long so we scrapped in on the second run. I am tired of people arguing about JD being bourbon. I don't drink enough OFBS to include it, and Woodford batch proof it too expensive for me to consider including it. The yield per barrel goes down 10-15% but the price goes up 300+%. Just can't get down with that.
@jperez7043 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Always enjoy your videos, Randy! I have a few of these myself and some are on my wishlist. Got serious with bourbon a couple of years ago and have really grown to appreciate a great tasting bourbon. Been looking for a community to interact with bourbon enthusiasts alike. I tied to join Someone Say Whiskey but unfortunately I wasn't approved. Until then I'll stick to KZfaq. I appreciate the bourbon suggestions and reviews because it encourages me to try something new. Keep them coming. Cheers! 🥃
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
That doesn't make any sense. We approve everyone in SSW unless their account has evidence of being fake or used to spam/scam members. Go join facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity/ and then PM me. I will put you in SSW too.
@jperez7043 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk thank you, will do!
@CruiserDawg Жыл бұрын
I loved this from the start.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! What are your favorite BPs?
@LeatherDaddy97 2 жыл бұрын
Elijah craig barrel proof in general is probably my favorite whiskey
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I love it too! Cheers!
@stlbigbad23 2 жыл бұрын
I was so hyped to finally get one and was not impressed. To each their own.
@LeatherDaddy97 2 жыл бұрын
@@stlbigbad23 which one did you get
@stlbigbad23 2 жыл бұрын
I have the C920 and the A122. Prefer the C920. The A122 is too astringent for me.
@LeatherDaddy97 2 жыл бұрын
@@stlbigbad23 may just not be for you then. C920 is one of my fave whiskies ever.
@bourbon-rondezvous 2 жыл бұрын
Man, maybe this is a little soft, but man, I hang out on every video to hear the show purpose. It always hits just right. Cheers!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Not soft. Men only get told they are loved out of obligation most of the time. We all need it. That is why I do it. I don't owe it to you, but I still love you, and that is important.
@roberthamilton9343 2 жыл бұрын
As a soldier I have a soft spot in my heart for Jack Daniel's barrel proof. Love all of em but ol jack I always find myself going to it first.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I only wish there was more of it.
@roberthamilton9343 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk as do I, I have been looking for about 4 months now with no luck.
@hybridm3 2 жыл бұрын
Bowman distillery in Virginia also pallet stacks their bourbon.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Nice. I didn't know that.
@michelerivera6183 2 жыл бұрын
Great episode! A lot of those bourbons are ones I can't find. That said, I got my wife a bottle of Booker's for her birthday and she loved it. It's her favorite and she usually prefers lower proofs. I appreciated it but wouldn't buy a bottle for myself. ECPB, Larceny BP (C921) and Maker's CS are all phenomenal in my opinion though. They drink under their proof, aren't super hard to find and/or afford and are all flavorful and highly enjoyable!
@touchofgrace3217 2 жыл бұрын
The Larceny C921 is delicious!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the episode! Cheers!
@Frank-uf2vn Жыл бұрын
Im on vacation for 9 days next week and even though I have about 32 or so working bottles of bourbon I decided to pick up a bottle of Bulleit barrel strength bourbon (120 proof) to treat myself too because I see it as 9 straight weekend days! 🥃Cheers!
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
It is a solid pour. Did you like it?
@stephenjohsz6251 2 жыл бұрын
Fun episode as usual! As far as available barrel proof whiskies, lately I've leaned toward JD Single Barrel Barrel Proof, Wild Turkey Rare Breed and surprising for me, Smoke Wagon Uncut Unfiltered. Also, several club/store picks are also high on my list, the latest being a Frey Ranch Straight Bourbon Whiskey Single Barrel Barrel Strength bottled at 124.60 proof. Great nose, loaded with flavors and nice finish. Funny thing is I'm not a huge fan of the standard Frey Ranch Bourbon, but the barrel strength is fantastic. As for WLW and GTS, someday...
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
We may or may not be headed to Frey Ranch to do a little recording 😂
@stephenjohsz6251 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk Then you may or may not get excited about their barrel proof bourbon offerings, which are my favorite. Their standard rye is my second favorite, followed by their standard bourbon. Plus, it's hard to beat their hefty bottles.
@67manderson 2 жыл бұрын
Jack Daniels single barrel barrel proof really belongs on this list.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I am tired of fighting with people who don't know the legal definition of bourbon 😂
@jakeconnor1617 Жыл бұрын
Wes! I'm a Pastor and Bourbon Enthusiast. A lot of my Pastor buddies are as well.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Wes doesn't respond to KZfaq comments. This is Randy, but if Jesus can turn water into wine you have drink responsibly with your fellow servants in the ministry. Cheers!
@jakeconnor1617 Жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk Thank you Randy and Thank you for this Community! Love what you are doing
@Glock2201 Жыл бұрын
Another great video. Unfortunately about the only one I can get around here is the Rare Breed which is good but I don't find myself reaching for it at the store. I think I would like the RR13, ECBS, Four Roses limited, and Buillett BS but have not seen them. I am sure I would like all of them. I laughed when I saw the Blanton's straight from the barrel because Blanton's SB is a unicorn around here. I guess some of my favorite Barrell proof are OF1920(I might be wrong that this is BP), Jack Daniels SiBBP, and Penelope's toasted BP.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
OF 1920 is higher proof at 115, but not a BP. It is one of my favorites as well. JDSiBBP is a banger, and I love Penelope Toasted BP too!
@StillLivinginthewoods 2 жыл бұрын
I would say that Rare Breed, Maker's CS, and Bulleit BS stand out from the rest for me personally, because I can actually find them any time, and they won't break the bank. I can usually find Booker's too, as long as I'm hitting the stores shortly after it's released,... but at the current price, I have no interest in it. One of my personal favorites right now is Backbone Uncut. Barrel Strength High Rye MGP Bourbon for $45-$50,.....oh yeah!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@stlbigbad23 2 жыл бұрын
I am a barrel strength guy and this is my not all inclusive list (no chance of getting anything BTAC where I am). Stagg Jr Batch 17 Bookers (specifically Bardstown Batch from '21) Barrell Batch 31 (others would be on this list like 27 and 32 but 31 is my fav) Penelope Four Grain Michters BP Smoke Wagon UCUF EH Taylor BP Wild Turkey Rare Breed Larceny B522 ECBP C920 On the hunt for anything BTAC, Four roses limited, Russell 13 yr, Blanton's Straight from the Barrel, and a few others. Some on my list I don't own, but have tried.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I am a fan of all you have listed. Solid list.
@bourbon-rondezvous 2 жыл бұрын
So glad you put Bulleit in there! I think it gets shorted in attention and for the price it's really GOOD! Super cool story on that Big Daddy bourbon!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I love Bulleit!
@yourdrinkingbuddy 2 жыл бұрын
The Knob Creek Single Barrel, Barrel Proofs that I have tried, I like more than the Bookers I have tried. And it is half the price. But I feel like I have to give Bookers some love because that was the bottle that sent me down my bourbon rabbit hole of obsession. Cheers guys! Best Whiskey Channel on KZfaq!
@yourdrinkingbuddy 2 жыл бұрын
Also, I so wish I could have found a Russell's 13. I never got to try a pour. I hope it releases again!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That means a lot to us!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
When it hit in TX a friend got two in El Paso and brought them back to Dallas the same day. We were drinking it and really enjoying it, then over the coming months we realized we were drinking unobtainium. I don't own one. It was only in the video because Curtis brought his to share.
@knight946 Жыл бұрын
Great video, do you start with a lower proof before going to the higher proof to acclimate your pallet?
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Sometimes, but not always. I am so accustomed to drinking high proof that it doesn't affect me like it once did.
@jamesvredenburg3559 2 жыл бұрын
Great show guys Love what I learn each time I watch
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@andyclarkable 2 жыл бұрын
Bookers is definitely a try before you buy for me. I loved the pigskin batch a few years ago, so I got really excited when I snagged a Boston batch later that year and it tasted awful to me. Now, for the price point, I'd really like to get a pour somewhere to check before I make the full purchase of a bottle.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I see bookers in bars from time to time.
@xmikewallace17 2 жыл бұрын
Have y’all ever had A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength?? It’s better than GTS imo. Love the information you provide with each bottle! Cheers!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Not yet! Love Bowman, but have never had the cask strength.
@efraingonzalez9710 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video brother! Thank you for what you do and I love you back!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I do like it when people say it back. Thank you!
@Madurocgrz 2 жыл бұрын
I was a huge Bookers fan when it was in the $55 range I have never seen the Blantons in the Single Barrel
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Ironically it is easier for me to find Blanton's than it is to find Booker's in north TX.
@ThreeToesofFury 2 жыл бұрын
woot! this is my wheelhouse. thanks yall!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@markrutherford6139 2 жыл бұрын
I've had several on your list but WL Weller has evaded me so far. GTS is by far my favorite.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I love both! But GTS is my favorite!
@400person 2 жыл бұрын
I believe that Makers also has a barrel entry proof of 110 and Michters is lower at 103, though perhaps Michters isn’t a major distillery.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
You are correct.
@derekharmon2242 2 жыл бұрын
Russel 13 was the one bottle I wanted this year. Never even saw one....sad.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I don't own one. I have had a few chances to try it. So good!
@beginningbourbon7385 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video and agree on the list but would have put EHT BP and Jack Daniel’s SBBP on the list. God Bless you and the memory of your Brother. If you haven’t heard it today, I Love both of you knuckleheads!!! Thanks for the content!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Not sure why I left EHTBP off. It is my #3 of all time. JDBP was left off since they don't want to be called bourbon, and I am tired of fighting with people about it.
@dustinstober9647 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. As a veteran, I really connected with your message at the end. New subscriber because of it!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@brad4266 Жыл бұрын
Great content. Again.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@josephkorzekwa1995 Жыл бұрын
It is crazy too think that I had my first bottle of Bookers in 1992. Sadly I was just out of college and didn't know how special it was. I was just fortunate enough to have a friend with money who liked good Bourbon. The interesting thing back then was the bottles proof varied wildly. I had a bottle one time with a 146 proof, it was something.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Wow. I have never seen a bookers over 140.
@josephkorzekwa1995 Жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk I recall finding a handful of bottles over 140, it was rare! The funny side to this story is that my job was to find the highest proofed bottles and in return I got to drink the Bookers! Fortunately there were only 3 big red liquors in Bloomington at the time!
@josephkorzekwa1995 Жыл бұрын
When did bean stop having a floating proof for bookers
@josephkorzekwa1995 Жыл бұрын
Beam
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
@@josephkorzekwa1995 I did not mean to indicate that Booker's is at a fixed proof now. I say in the video it is famous for being the first commercially mass produced barrel proof, which means they bottle it at what every proof it comes out of the barrel at. By definition the proof varies per batch. You may be confusing my statement about not seeing one over 140 to mean that they are usually 140. I did not mean that at all. I usually see them between 128-136 proof, but above 140 proof means that by HAZMAT law they can not be flown on a plane. We refer to whiskey that is over 140 as a HAZMAT, and I don't think I have ever seen a HAZMAT Booker's.
@jimbrady7030 2 жыл бұрын
good video, i would like it better though if you had Wes do a blind, rank them and then you reveal the top 10 list in reverse order.... love ya brother
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
That is a good idea. It is almost impossible to rank more than 5 or 6 whiskeys, especially cask strength. We do have some more blind episodes coming.
@Theplaymaker1271 2 жыл бұрын
Russell's 13s a little more difficult to find... Aka you'll never see it again on a shelf anywhere on earth for less than $500
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
The company line is that is is intended to be a regular available product. The problem with the stupid laws in the US regarding private transfer of alcohol push redistribution in the black market. This makes market manipulation possible. I believe there has been some market manipulation of this label. I do not think it will be possible for the bad actors or the price gouge stores to keep up these ridiculous prices when WT hits the market with the amount of product they have indicated they will be bringing. TBH I was just going to do Rare Breed, but Curtis brought the 13, so I included it in the video since with was there.
@billyboy9810 2 жыл бұрын
I loved the show as always guys. I struggle to get some of these in the UK, but I've had the Bookers, the Rare Breed, and the Maker's Mark. I also enjoyed the JD Barrel Strength that I got and the Maker's 46 Barrel pick from my local store is excellent every year. Love the show guys, keep 'em comin'.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the show! Cheers!
@tomgensel4134 2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff again 👍🇺🇸
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@dodgeball693 Жыл бұрын
The Larceny story is great! 😅😅😅
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@camsmith3065 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Kinda surprised to not see EHTBP. Big fan of the SFTB!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
TBH I can't believe I left it off. It is my #3 of all time. Cheers!
@kevinamick2237 2 жыл бұрын
Another great episode, BP is always a favorite!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Mine too!
@kevinbales3731 2 жыл бұрын
So educational! Previously, if I thought about it, I would have said cask strength and barrel proof are the same. But they are not.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I say this in love. Cask strength, Barrel strength, and barrel proof are all the same...full proof is different. Sorry if I did not make that clear in the video.
@kevinbales3731 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk Thank you for the clarification and distinction.
@kevinbales3731 2 жыл бұрын
The revelation of Bulleit barrels being stored upright as opposed to sideways is interesting in terms of final product if we study the chemical properties of the lid and base of the barrels.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
@@kevinbales3731 Research shows it doesn't affect it from that perspective. I think the biggest effect is the lack of airflow around the barrels, and potential increased humidity in the aging facility from the greater number of barrels. It may help with angel's share loss and give the barrels more time mature without over extraction. The science is still out.
@georgebrightman9048 2 жыл бұрын
Booker mostly gave his original bottles to salesmen and the biggest, most in-the-know liquor retailers, who ended up asking for some of those "Booker bottles" to sell
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! I didn't know who all got them.
@christaylor4086 2 жыл бұрын
Gave up alcohol for lent, so watching this is a big tease! Ha great content as always.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
We support your fast! We will NOT be joining you 😂.
@Bergkampgunner 2 жыл бұрын
Haven’t gotten to the end of the video yet so I may edit this but do we not consider Michter’s a major distillery? I thought their barrel entry proof was 103 or 104. I actually avoided their standard offerings because of how low proof they are but, when I had my first M10, I thought it was really good and started researching them more. When entry proof is 103 and you’re only “watering it down” to 95ish there’s still a lot of those barrel proof flavors and mouth feel in there that I normally love with the high proof stuff.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
You are correct. Michter's does have a lower barrel entry proof. I was also wrong about WT. They changed from 110 to 115 around 2006. I do not consider Michter's a major distillery. No one even knows who makes their product. Some of it might be theirs, but we know not all of it is, and with them claiming heritage in Pennsylvania and Louisville it is hard to tell what they really are. I do not know what their overall volume is, but a distillery like WT likely spills more whiskey per year than Michter's sells.
@samueljayhalpern4160 2 жыл бұрын
Great list! You guys are missing Blue Run !!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Tried to focus on companies that make their own whiskey. Blue Run is great, but since they are sourcing if I told someone it was a top 10 odds are whatever bottle they were able to find would be totally different from the one I tried and liked.
@dragland7268 2 жыл бұрын
Please send me a sample of Blanton’s Gold and Straight from the Barrel. Thank you! Great choices Gents!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
That type of thing happens all the time in BRTC
@bryan8887 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video! I tend to gravitate more towards barrel proofs. I agree that GTS is the best BTAC on the list.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I am not mad when people prefer WLW, but I think I prefer GTS.
@bryan8887 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk WLW is a solid pour and would make any bourbon lover happy to have it on the shelf. For me, GTS is a little more complex but kinda splitting hairs with the quality of both
@brianskinner1893 11 ай бұрын
Maker's Mark also has a BEP of 110.
@BourbonRealTalk 11 ай бұрын
I think I have that one!
@metalman3274 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry to hear about your brother. I’m Cain prior military and would gladly be accepted as you brother. God bless and drink more bourbon
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you brother!
@John-hi6kl 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love you message and enjoy hearing it each episode. SF
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Just trying to spread a little positivity.
@jamosensei 2 жыл бұрын
Barrel Proof?...Yes, Please!!! Happy Post-Bottled In Bond Day, boyz! I'm very lucky to have last year's GTS, one of the Bardstown Batch (haven't opened yet), the A, B, & C from last year's Elijah Craig, a Rare Breed, 2 1/2 of those MM Cask Strengths, a 4 Roses Single Barrel and Limited Edition. I also have the Larceny Barrel Proof from last year, but I'm really not liking it...it has too much of a wet straw palate for my taste. The single barrel version is similar. Have you noticed that in those bottles?
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I get a ton of peanut butter on Larceny BP. Some days it hits me different than others. There are days I don't like it. It isn't wet straw to me, but not always pleasant. On days it aligns with my palate I love it.
@shaynehall9172 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video guys, though I was sad that JD SiBBP didn't make the list. I can see it on the shelf over Randy's shoulder though! 😉😂😂
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
The problem was it starts a JD isn't bourbon debate. We actually recorded it with a disclaimer and cut it in post because the video was too long as it was.
@shaynehall9172 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk totally agreed! I actually really like when you explain that JD IS bourbon as it meets all the requirements. The SiBBP is one of the best pours I've had to date.
@tragic504 2 жыл бұрын
I like the Blue Note 10 yr barrel strength single barrel Texas Edition over B520
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
The odds of someone watching this video in 6 months and then finding that in their state is almost zero. I tried to include whiskies that are widely distributed and at least annually released.
@tragic504 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk I’ve been seeing some more lately but I don’t see an age statement on the bottle. I haven’t tried yet because my wife says I have too many bottles.
@nathansollars722 2 жыл бұрын
I would have gone makers 46 cask strength, it is awesome. Weird for me to say but love the sign off. Really means something for you guys to say that. Been going though some things myself and needed the pick up.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you were encouraged! I didn't consider 46 cask strength because it it toasted stave finished and not a traditional bourbon. I do love it and I will drink it soon.
@marcelicopter 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Gents, cheers!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@viciousvictortee1298 2 жыл бұрын
I know for everyone there was a bottle not on this list. Which is a solid list. For me. It Was EH taylor BP. Also. Thanks for the love. I was touched by your story and saddened by your loss of your brother.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I am actually disappointed in myself for not including it. It is my number 3 bourbon of all time!
@viciousvictortee1298 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk Yeah I figured you goofed on that one lol. The first time I had Small Batch was my first love of Bourbon. Getting a Barrel Proof for MSRP and 4 hour wait was my first Unicorn like bottle. I've only been in this community and game for about 2 years though.
@thomashardy1851 2 жыл бұрын
That is a great story about Larceny.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@andrewmainprice2179 2 жыл бұрын
Elijah Craig barrel proof is my favourite because it is more obtainable than most of the others.
@StillLivinginthewoods 2 жыл бұрын
Rare Breed, Maker's CS, Bulleit BS, and Bookers, are the only ones of these that I ever see on store shelves anymore. To be fair I did pick up an ELBP B521 from a store shelf,... but only because it was trashed so hard on on-line forums. That was the first and last bottle of ECBP that I have seen on a store shelf since 2018.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
It is a solid pour!
@ghantakha5568 2 жыл бұрын
Had 6 out of the 10 listed here and yeah they are damn delicious. Some barrel proof bourbon are great but very over hyped and overpriced but i do agree with your list. Great work.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Mojoe70 2 жыл бұрын
Been looking for Bulleit Barrel Proof since I heard they made it. Haven't found any yet 🙁
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
It is solid
@Mojoe70 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk oh I have no doubt, how is the Single barrel?
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
@@Mojoe70 it is phenomenal!
@krassis6 2 жыл бұрын
Wild Turkey’s entry proof used to be 110 but as of 2006, it is 115.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
You are correct and I am wrong. I did a private barrel selection with Eddie and he explained the change to 110 because too many barrels didn't qualify for Russell's because the proof didn't rise enough at the lower levels of the rickhouse. What he didn't tell us was they had already gone from 110 to 115 for the same reason. I didn't learn that until this episode came out and people pointed out my error.
@krassis6 2 жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk I was just being a bit nerdy I guess. The principle behind the low entry proof that you explained is spot-on and that’s was matters the most. Cheers!
@aaronwilson3948 2 жыл бұрын
Great episode! Great bourbon! Great hair! Great beard and great shirts!! And I love you too!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thanks!
@markdunn1931 Жыл бұрын
What's MSRP on the Blanton's straight from the barrel. / Thx, cheers
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
$150, but they usually go for around $250
@jordang2867 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video. How many Willett pot still reserve bottles fit in the Mary Poppins bag?
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Hard to say. The base is larger than the diameter of the protective loops. I am guessing you can put 3 in without them risking much of a chance of touching.
@alexspurlock3727 2 жыл бұрын
Soooo I’m curious how you leave out EHT BP? Not a fan?
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Epic fail on my part! EHTBP is my number 3 of all time.
@imoffthegrid2158 2 жыл бұрын
Almost all are unobtainable unicorns 🦄 ( except makers and rare breed can be found on the shelf regularly ). This video is like watching 2 rich guys talking about what it's like to own a Ferrari . Am I envious , yes ! 🥃😭
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
When someone does a top X video, they do not consider availability unless the title indicates so. I would be a liar if I eliminated my favorites from this list because you could not find them easily...given the title. When I do the type of video it sounds like you were looking for I add the word "available" in the title.
@reyv8528 2 жыл бұрын
I thought Michter's had the lowest barrel proof entry at 103
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I believe you may be correct.
@TheReal_DeanD 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the time it took to put this together but to be honest this list is just fuel for the secondary market. Nearly everything that’s currently listed here other than the Rare Breed is insanely marked up over retail, not readily available and overly hunted. Hoping as a follow up there is a barrel proof list of easily attainable bourbons at retail.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah. You got us. We make most of our money promoting unobtainable bottles. The distilleries that have product lines with 1000X demand have seen fit to pay out massive marketing dollars to podcasters who actually control the market to create even more demand...even though they can't supply their existing demand. Oh wait! Maybe these are just my top 10 barrel proofs?
@roscoejenkins4221 2 жыл бұрын
JACK DANIELS SINGLE BARREL BARREL PROOF!!!!
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
I am tired of fighting with people about JD not being bourbon, so I left it off.
@touchofgrace3217 2 жыл бұрын
Maker’s Mark Cask Strength definitely tastes like regular MM but with a strong layer of corny wheaty ethanol. It was quite a let down compared to other barrel proof bourbons that are flavor bombs. I’m glad I tried it though and would still like to try the MM 46 cask strength. Larceny BP C921 is amazing 🥃
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Our palates may differ a bit, but that is OK.
@scottfletcher1956 Жыл бұрын
I want that shirt he has. I’m new sorry, the guy on the left. My brother in law would really want one of those.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
T-Shirt Link: www.whiskeythread.com/
@reedr7142 Жыл бұрын
How did you acquire all that bourbon?
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
Building relationships with local liquor stores. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9ealtdzntPGYnU.html
@brentworls8509 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@martingriffith7824 8 ай бұрын
Wow, NO love for old forester 1920?
@BourbonRealTalk 8 ай бұрын
That one is solid. It could have made the list.
@amealor63 2 жыл бұрын
This minister is big into bourbon. 😉
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@codyburgess7034 2 жыл бұрын
Damn this is a list hahaha
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@tombryan1 Жыл бұрын
You want to keep rolling with $60.00 pours? You must have some money to burn, that's outrageous, I collect also, when I go out, I don't allow myself to get scalped, it's an outing, not a last supper, I know how they taste and not one is worth $60 bucks. Just sayin. I understand your point but still, c'mon. Chattanooga 1816, that was delicious, very affordable, ASW, JD, numerous affordables.
@BourbonRealTalk Жыл бұрын
I alway encourage everyone to pursue bourbon the way they like, and inside of their budget. If someone has not tried something, they have the money, I don't begrudge them the experience. Everyone does it different and that is what makes the world go around.
@tombryan1 Жыл бұрын
@@BourbonRealTalk I guess, but we both know that many bourbons are similar and it boils down to nuances. The bourbon, heck, the liquor industry and secondaries are inflating prices beyond reasonable value and no one's calling them out. Im ranting so i will stop here.
@morningstarx5340 2 жыл бұрын
There's no way you guys are talking people in to buying that gay whiskey purse 🤣
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
It's not for everybody.
@morningstarx5340 2 жыл бұрын
I'm just kidding, man. Lol
@williamsullivan1565 2 жыл бұрын
hey lets review a bunch of bottles that are impossible to find, not very realistic if you cant buy them yourself. waste of time
@BourbonRealTalk 2 жыл бұрын
Go complain somewhere else! I do plenty of videos of shelf available products. Just read the description. Besides, your comment doesn't make any sense. How can you do a "Top" list and then filter the list? It wouldn't be your top anymore now would it?
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