Bourbon, Whiskey Question

[klovett]

Im new to trying bourbons/whiskeys neat or on the rocks. I've had a many mixed and what not but would like to start trying some straight. What would you consider a good recommendation for what you could consider a beginner. So far I've had Makers 46, Wild Turkey 101, and McClellands 12yr.

I prefer things that are sweet. Not a big fan of woody tastes.

 

[RacFocus]

Buffalo Trace and Four Roses are good starting points at good prices. Bulleit as well. I mean there are so many out there. I prefer Woodford Reserve over Makers for a couple more bucks than the BT and FR. Eagle Rare I like. Damn I could go on and on.


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[CVAC085]

Woodford is good!! Just going to pay a tad bit more though. Drink neat or on the rocks. Your call. Both ways are good.


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[Wasz]

I too would suggest Woodford Reserve. Very smooth. Try tasting it neat, then add a drop of water and see how the nose opens up and try another taste. Buffalo Trace is also nice at lower price point, I enjoy it regularly.

 

[RacFocus]

Bourbon is a lot like cigars. Too many options all over the price spectrum. All with slightly different flavors. Just sample man.


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[CVAC085]

Jack Daniels single barrel is mighty tasty too. But that here in NY runs $60-$80 depending on where you go. So might be cheaper or around same elsewhere. Like @RacFocus said just sample. I'm sure you can find smaller bottles or "nips" of plenty of bourbons and whiskey. Don't commit to the bigger bottles until you know what you like and don't like.


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[Jmphotog]

I third woodford reserve for a new.. It's nice and smooth.. I can polish a bottle and not realize it. Lol. I'd definitely drink it neat

 

[RacFocus]

I third woodford reserve for a new.. It's nice and smooth.. I can polish a bottle and not realize it. Lol. I'd definitely drink it neat

When I was younger I polished a bottle in an evening. Needless to say that ended with me praying to the porcelain gods.


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[daleo8803]

Woodford, four roses small batch, Buffalo trace, eagle rare, and I also like Jim beam black( cheap but good IMO).

 

[Wasz]

When I was younger I polished a bottle in an evening. Needless to say that ended with me praying to the porcelain gods.


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I know that god, his name is Ralph.

 

[RacFocus]

I know that god, his name is Ralph.

That was the last time I drank myself to that point. Behaved the last few years.


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[Wasz]

That was the last time I drank myself to that point. Behaved the last few years.


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We've all had our moments. I may have had a couple more than my fair share.

 

[quazy50]

It's a bit pricey but my favorite scotch whiskey is Oban.

Looks like I'll need to try woodford though...


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[navyvet]

baisl hadens is another one i am suprised it has not been mentioned yet, it is very smooth and kinda easy on the heat, also jack daneils single barrel

 

[klovett]

Thanks for all the recommendations. Looks like ill be starting with Woodford Reserve. Has anyone tried the Double Oaked?

 

[Jfire]

Russels reserve 10 year. 30 ish
Buffalo trace
Eagle rare 10 year
Col Taylor
Woodford
Woodford double Oaked
Rowan's Creek
Sazerac rye
Rittenhouse Rye 20 dollars
Four roses single barrel
Blantons




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[Jfire]

Thanks for all the recommendations. Looks like ill be starting with Woodford Reserve. Has anyone tried the Double Oaked?

I have at least 5 empty bottles sitting here.


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[navyvet]

Russels reserve 10 year. 30 ish
Buffalo trace
Eagle rare 10 year
Col Taylor
Woodford
Woodford double Oaked
Rowan's Creek
Sazerac rye
Rittenhouse Rye 20 dollars
Four roses single barrel
Blantons




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that's a good list right ther

 

[klovett]

I have at least 5 empty bottles sitting here.


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do you prefer Double Oaked to the regular?

 

[Jfire]

Yes but it's almost 2x as much. Right around 50 a bottle.


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