If you enjoy Wellers and Buffalo Trace, try Very Old Barton, if you can find it.
Ignore its (low, low) price and position on the bottom shelf. It's quite good.
Story I was told was that one of the makers of Wellers started his own business. Haven't bothered trying to verify.
"No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms." - Thomas Jefferson, Virginia Constitution, Draft 1, 1776
I’ve really enjoyed Buffalo Trace. I stopped drinking bourbon for close to 20 years because I liked it a little too much. Now that I’m (significantly older) sipping high quality bourbon is a nice treat once in a while.
Eagle Rare is next on my list. At some point I want to branch out and try some Bulleit Rye and Four Roses. For now though I see myself keeping Buffalo Trace around.
“If you know the way broadly you will see it in everything." - Miyamoto Musashi
Don’t forget Henry McKenna 10-year, Bottled in Bond.
Might be the highest value in bourbon today. Great flavor and character for well under $30 per bottle. Great to sip neat or on the rocks, great in a cocktail.
George Dickel has been mentioned, but not specifically #12 <--- that can be had for under $18 around where I live at the high-volume discount liquor places.
Punches way above its weight. Smoother and more carmelly, without being soft, than you'd expect for the price.
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I've been exploring the Jefferson's lineup and enjoying it. So far my favorite is the Old Rum Cask finish, followed by the Ocean. I recently picked up the Chef's Collaboration, and I like the rye blend. Jefferson's tends to experiment a bit more compared to other brands, and I find them a bit more interesting for it.
Last edited by JSGlock34; 03-18-2018 at 04:26 PM.
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