Videos like this are HUGELY appreciated. Oh sure its nice to see battle royalles between unfindable allocated stuff BUT its good to hear thoughts and tastes for findable and even cheap whiskeys out there. I love that you pulled in the new EC rye and Bulleit. Thanks dude!
Chose this rye as an entry into rye whiskey. I was not impressed, but only paid $20 for it. Left it on my shelf. Then one day I decided to compare it to Rittenhouse and a Jack Daniels rye. I put a few drops of water in it and Wow! It became a mellow flavor bomb. Couldn’t believe it. It even gave Pikesville some competition. Now it’s my secret inexpensive rye. Everyone I give it to straight and then with some water love it. Give it a try but use only a few drops to maintain the rye burn. It becomes a different beast.
I tried the Jim Beam Pre-Prohibition Rye last fall. I like to make a version of an old-fashioned with cinnamon infused simple syrup and a slice of orange. This holds up very well. The spice note makes a nice cocktail. Prefer it to the EC at least for that particular drink.
Great Video Jason! Definitely has me thinking about expanding the collection. For an idea, maybe try some more Beams, black or blue label. AAA 10 STAR. 8 and sand. The music in this video has throwback vibes.
There's some bad batches of the Pot Still Reserve out there right now. The bottle I bought a couple of months ago, tastes like liquid mildew, and I had several bottles last year and the were all great. Batch No 21C10 Willett is one of my absolute favorite distilleries, but I'm sticking to the Noah's Mill and Rowan's Creek for now. (Can't find the 4 year rye anymore)
Jason, thanks for the review. I have not tried this one yet, but will add it to my budget shelf. In the meantime, I just picked up Mars Iwai 45. Very few reviews of this whisky. I request you give this one a try. Very affordable at @ thirty five. It is a unique blend of corn & malted barley. Aside from enjoying it as is, I would considered Iwai 45 as a transitional whisky that would serve as a Bourbon for Scotch lovers or a Scotch for Bourbon lovers. Would love to hear what you think.
@@Jared40 I'm 60 years old and I had two favorites when I was young and breastfeeding ,W.T. 101 (don't even know why I specify as though anyone actually drinks the 81 brown water) and JD ,I fell out of love when they watered JD down twice , yes I'm almost positive twice since the late 70s but I must say I'm glad I stopped being a pisser and sampled some of their other offerings especially the SB for about 60 bucks ill do it again and again. I'm kind of unforgiving sometimes, it was almost a 40 year hiatus for pissing me off, the way I see it if I want to water it down I have filtered water and filtered cubes and I'm more than capable of adding my own.
For What's on the Shelf: Big House Bourbon. It's an $18 (in Ohio, seen it in the $20s in KY) Sazerac product. According to Breaking Bourbon's calendar, a Big House 120 proof bourbon is supposed to be coming out sometime this year but the one currently available is pretty damn good imo
For my area at least, I would suggest Jack Daniel's Legacy bottles. I feel like they are such a steal and I never buy the regular Old No. 7 if these are available, especially on sale. At 86 proof it's what JD should be bottled at regularly like it was before they cut it down even more. I'm not surprised this is better than the EC. EC Rye did nothing for me as a rye.
Please review the Old Overholt BiB Rye (red cap bottle) for one of your next What's on the shelf Wednesday. Great show Jason...thanks and congrats on 50k subs!
Hey Jason, the first bourbon that really caught my attention into whiskey was Elijah Craig Small Batch. I dont think youve done a review on just the small batch yet. Would love to see one since its still a nice blast from the past for me.
Not sure about a dedicated review but he's spoken highly of it several times including this best val list (which funny enough was one of the first bourbon vids I watched and inspired me to buy it. And it's awesome esp for the price pt) th-cam.com/video/LpQKBPVfNr8/w-d-xo.html
I agree with you wholeheartedly! Where I live I can find this at an off the beaten track supermarket for $16-18. A screamin deal. I like this one better than Old Overholt BiB as a sipper. Makes a great Manhattan too. Cheers!
This was definitely in my price range. My brother gave me the bottle... He is not into Rye. And a neighbor gave to him.... I told him to tell his bottle friend that it was great as to not hurt his feelings if he came by an noticed the bottle missing..... My brother is really a bourbon drinker.. But you don't return gifts. Regifting not a bad thing to do....Will test it in an Old Fashion in the near future. I have tried Bullet Rye and it is great.... Also plan to get Old Forester Rye....
Suggestions: American single malts. I just bought a Colkegan Single malt cask strength. It's smokey, the grain was kiln roasted over mesquite wood smoke. Balcones 1 is a good choice, as is any of the Stranahan's. This is the new "wild west" of American Whiskey.
Great video! Love your what’s on the shelf videos. Everyone can’t get all the unicorns so it’s good to see videos like this. As far as suggestions how about Legent? Idk if it’s on the shelf everywhere but is see it everywhere here in Texas.
I would love to hear your opinion of Blackened for WOTSW. I love it... but, I realize that it is one of those "celebrity" concoctions that some seem to shy away from. Blackened is a blend of whiskeys.. I would love to see it reviewed. Thanks. I really enjoy your reviews and I think I share a similar palette. Cheers.
Thanks for the review. I haven’t tried the Beam Rye (in at least 20 years; I remember the old yellow label) but it might be something to try in the future. I agree about the Bulleit Rye being awesome, and I like the Jack Daniels Rye as well.
I tried JB rye tonight for first time with your review. I was a little disappointed, I thought it was flat compared to the other ryes I enjoy, the ones you mentioned as well. It was enjoyable, just missing that punch I'm use to. Easy and mellow, not offensive and I would buy more for the bargain price.
I'm interested to know if there's a difference between this one and the old overholt. Both come from the same distillery with the old recipe statement.
Thanks Jason!!!! Of course...... I was concerned about what your opinion would be!!! I didn’t discover this, it was brought to my attention by someone else Wild Turkey, Knob Creek...... are better. Bulleit any Bulleit, pass.
So here it is a year later. Funny thing is at first I wasn't into it, but I waited about ten mins and took a second taste and everything just changed..... I guess with long rest it has improved greatly..... so it will not be gifted to anyone else..
Bought this after watching the video. Thanks! Started trying the rye after son-in-law purchased Michter's and enjoyed that. Have to compare to 101 and Rittenhouse as I have both but really enjoyed the Beam. Is Pikesville even available in Ohio? Bunch of empty bottles on OHLQ site lol.
I have Bulleit 95 Rye at home. I love it and it's actually my first and only rye I've ever had. I love the statement it does in the notes. So, what should I look for to expand my rye experience, that has that kind of liveliness that Bulleit 95 has? I can't get WT 101 Rye here. Only the 81.
@@TheMashandDrum Thank you Jason. I'm going to keep my eyes open for those. Currently Redemption is the only one availlable here, but temporarely out of stock atm. Hoping it will return soon. Thank you again for your informative videos. 🤗
"What's on the Shelf" request: I would be interested to hear your take on Lot 40 Copper Pot Rye from Toronto. Though, I'm not sure how available it is in Ohio -- if at all. It's a tasty bastard.
A whiskey enthusiast bartender pointed me at this one a few years ago, and it's been a while, and my palate has evolved, but I was highly pleased and would have guessed it more pricey than it is. But I am guilty of Bulleit being my house rye. That said, I haven't tried WT101 or OF ryes. I'll hit them when I kill my current Bulleit.
Wild Turkey Rye was a favorite than it disappeared for a while right before it jumped up to around 40 bucks but now it's back with a vengeance for about 23 bucks, funny thing I thought it was a fluke and I bought 3 bottles before I started seeing everywhere again ,My two top shelf favorites are Pikeville and Willett Family Rye
Jim beams makes some very good underrated bourbons/ryes…. Is it me or does the black label extra aged a great tasting product for the price? Also love the entrance music to this rye Jason, reminded me of scarface.
It is fair to cp this 90 proof rye to 100 proof ryes. The Wild Turkey rye is just about the SAME $ for the same size bottle and is 101 proof. The issue is cost. If both are cost similar and one is watered down to 40% or 45%, that is a feature worth pointing out. The question then becomes, why does the Jim Beam Cost similar and is a diluted product? The same for Jack Daniel's new 700 ml bottles vs. 750 bottles. No thank you! Jack Daniels in the past has diluted Old #7 to 40% from a higher ABV. And they did not dilute the price they charge! No thank you. Competition is wonderful! We have other, more viable choices for the same $ or even less.
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Videos like this are HUGELY appreciated. Oh sure its nice to see battle royalles between unfindable allocated stuff BUT its good to hear thoughts and tastes for findable and even cheap whiskeys out there. I love that you pulled in the new EC rye and Bulleit. Thanks dude!
Love the Jack Daniels T-Shirt while drinking Jim Beam.....HILARIOUS!!!!
Chose this rye as an entry into rye whiskey. I was not impressed, but only paid $20 for it. Left it on my shelf. Then one day I decided to compare it to Rittenhouse and a Jack Daniels rye. I put a few drops of water in it and Wow! It became a mellow flavor bomb. Couldn’t believe it. It even gave Pikesville some competition. Now it’s my secret inexpensive rye. Everyone I give it to straight and then with some water love it. Give it a try but use only a few drops to maintain the rye burn. It becomes a different beast.
Great review, I was looking for a new Rye to try. Jim Beem sounds good .
I tried the Jim Beam Pre-Prohibition Rye last fall. I like to make a version of an old-fashioned with cinnamon infused simple syrup and a slice of orange. This holds up very well. The spice note makes a nice cocktail. Prefer it to the EC at least for that particular drink.
It's a veritable Rye renaissance. Sounds like something Johnny Carson would say while tugging on his shirt collar.
hilarious
"You are correct, sir!"
(spoken in Ed McMahon's voice)
I would recommend Wild Buck Rye Whiskey Proudly Hand crafted here in Florida.
Great Video Jason! Definitely has me thinking about expanding the collection. For an idea, maybe try some more Beams, black or blue label. AAA 10 STAR. 8 and sand. The music in this video has throwback vibes.
Here’s an idea for a WOTSW, Willett Pot Still Reserve, or any other lower shelf Willett
There's some bad batches of the Pot Still Reserve out there right now.
The bottle I bought a couple of months ago, tastes like liquid mildew, and I had several bottles last year and the were all great. Batch No 21C10
Willett is one of my absolute favorite distilleries, but I'm sticking to the Noah's Mill and Rowan's Creek for now. (Can't find the 4 year rye anymore)
@@StillLivinginthewoods thanks, I will avoid the 21c10.
I felt the same about the EC Rye, that it had no finish.
Good stuff!! That makes a very very good Old Fashioned!!
The Manhattans this stuff makes are absolutely incredible. The toasted hazelnuts and honey tones pair pefectly with sweet vermouth.
Hi Jason, my suggestion for WOTSW is Johnny Drum Private Stock. It's an insider tip in Germany.
I've got a great idea for WOTSW - Pappy. Just kidding lol. Good video, I love my Wild Turkey 101 and Old Grandad 114. I'll have to try the Jim Beam!
Jason, thanks for the review. I have not tried this one yet, but will add it to my budget shelf. In the meantime, I just picked up Mars Iwai 45. Very few reviews of this whisky. I request you give this one a try. Very affordable at @ thirty five. It is a unique blend of corn & malted barley. Aside from enjoying it as is, I would considered Iwai 45 as a transitional whisky that would serve as a Bourbon for Scotch lovers or a Scotch for Bourbon lovers. Would love to hear what you think.
True words jason , good stuff . Cheers
This stuff is my daily drinker. I get an aftertaste of bubble gum.
I'd love to see you do head to head with Jack Daniels Rye with Beam Rye 🥃
Will definitely have some fun budget blinds in this series.
Agreed and while you’re at it- throw George Dickel Rye in there as well! $19, 90 proof and has a permanent spot on my shelf.
I noticed that adding a small cube ( dash of water if you prefer) to the JD Rye made a sizable difference, it opened nicely.
@@frankd.506 Thanks for tip for everyone I've had JD Rye on rocks I liked it had it neat too. I actually prefer JD products with ice
@@Jared40 I'm 60 years old and I had two favorites when I was young and breastfeeding ,W.T. 101 (don't even know why I specify as though anyone actually drinks the 81 brown water) and JD ,I fell out of love when they watered JD down twice , yes I'm almost positive twice since the late 70s but I must say I'm glad I stopped being a pisser and sampled some of their other offerings especially the SB for about 60 bucks ill do it again and again. I'm kind of unforgiving sometimes, it was almost a 40 year hiatus for pissing me off, the way I see it if I want to water it down I have filtered water and filtered cubes and I'm more than capable of adding my own.
Great review! I like the Rittenhouse for cocktails and have been curious about the Jim Beam and EC. This video was very satisfying
For What's on the Shelf: Big House Bourbon. It's an $18 (in Ohio, seen it in the $20s in KY) Sazerac product. According to Breaking Bourbon's calendar, a Big House 120 proof bourbon is supposed to be coming out sometime this year but the one currently available is pretty damn good imo
For my area at least, I would suggest Jack Daniel's Legacy bottles. I feel like they are such a steal and I never buy the regular Old No. 7 if these are available, especially on sale. At 86 proof it's what JD should be bottled at regularly like it was before they cut it down even more.
I'm not surprised this is better than the EC. EC Rye did nothing for me as a rye.
Agreed the legacy is great at the price point!
I agree I have legecy no.1 I believe it's the light green bottle can't find no 2
The 'rye' in EC Rye outgassed pretty quickly. It was okay as a bourbon.
I actually really like this Rye, and where I live, it's only about 18 bucks. I think it is really hard to beat at 18 bucks.
Thanks
Please review the Old Overholt BiB Rye (red cap bottle) for one of your next What's on the shelf Wednesday. Great show Jason...thanks and congrats on 50k subs!
Hey Jason, the first bourbon that really caught my attention into whiskey was Elijah Craig Small Batch. I dont think youve done a review on just the small batch yet. Would love to see one since its still a nice blast from the past for me.
Not sure about a dedicated review but he's spoken highly of it several times including this best val list (which funny enough was one of the first bourbon vids I watched and inspired me to buy it. And it's awesome esp for the price pt) th-cam.com/video/LpQKBPVfNr8/w-d-xo.html
I agree with you wholeheartedly! Where I live I can find this at an off the beaten track supermarket for $16-18. A screamin deal. I like this one better than Old Overholt BiB as a sipper. Makes a great Manhattan too. Cheers!
This was definitely in my price range. My brother gave me the bottle... He is not into Rye. And a neighbor gave to him.... I told him to tell his bottle friend that it was great as to not hurt his feelings if he came by an noticed the bottle missing..... My brother is really a bourbon drinker.. But you don't return gifts. Regifting not a bad thing to do....Will test it in an Old Fashion in the near future. I have tried Bullet Rye and it is great.... Also plan to get Old Forester Rye....
For What's on the Shelf Wednesday, I'd love to see your take on Tullamore Dew XO
Suggestions: American single malts. I just bought a Colkegan Single malt cask strength. It's smokey, the grain was kiln roasted over mesquite wood smoke. Balcones 1 is a good choice, as is any of the Stranahan's. This is the new "wild west" of American Whiskey.
Great video! Love your what’s on the shelf videos. Everyone can’t get all the unicorns so it’s good to see videos like this. As far as suggestions how about Legent? Idk if it’s on the shelf everywhere but is see it everywhere here in Texas.
Next whats on the shelf Michters Sour Mash vs Michters Small Batch!
I would love to hear your opinion of Blackened for WOTSW. I love it... but, I realize that it is one of those "celebrity" concoctions that some seem to shy away from. Blackened is a blend of whiskeys.. I would love to see it reviewed. Thanks. I really enjoy your reviews and I think I share a similar palette. Cheers.
In for an entire review in your game show voice. 😂 Great review Jason! Love the EC rye comparison. Will definitely give this a shot for the money.
Old forester 86. I think it punches above its weight at 86 proof
Thanks for the review. I haven’t tried the Beam Rye (in at least 20 years; I remember the old yellow label) but it might be something to try in the future. I agree about the Bulleit Rye being awesome, and I like the Jack Daniels Rye as well.
Have you done a review/comparison of the different MGP sourced ryes? Bulleit, Templeton, Dickel...could be others I'm not aware of.
No but a great idea
Go, Jason!!
Hey Jason. I would really like to see a review of New Riff BIB Rye. I'm actually looking forward to picking up this Beam Rye up soon. Cheers !
definitely tastes like pre prohibition 😁 not necessarily in a good way but not too bad either especially for the price
I tried JB rye tonight for first time with your review. I was a little disappointed, I thought it was flat compared to the other ryes I enjoy, the ones you mentioned as well. It was enjoyable, just missing that punch I'm use to. Easy and mellow, not offensive and I would buy more for the bargain price.
WOTSW suggestions:
High West American Prairie
Glenmorangie 10
Glenlivet 12
Glenfiddich 12
Sexton Single Malt
Balcones Rumble
Writer's Tears
Wooo
My go to whisker 🥃
Try Jim beam old gran dad 114 if you love rye and it’s below 30$
How about Ancient Age for What’s on the Shelf Wednesday?
This Rye is $16 in California. Will have to pick one up
I'm interested to know if there's a difference between this one and the old overholt. Both come from the same distillery with the old recipe statement.
Hello from nova scotia canada
I'm in Tucson, So I'm interested in your opinion on the new Whisky Del Bac Sentinel Rye
Paddy or Hell Cat Maggie!
Hi which would you choose between this and the wild turkey rye American bourbon ? ( not the 101 ) cheers
What causes the nutty flavor in Jim Beam products?
Jason How About Bruichladich Classic Laddie . I bought cause of your recommendation
For sure!
I would love to hear your review of hinch irish.
Thanks Jason!!!!
Of course...... I was concerned about what your opinion would be!!!
I didn’t discover this, it was brought to my attention by someone else
Wild Turkey, Knob Creek...... are better. Bulleit any Bulleit, pass.
I forgot, any Old Forester is going to be better than this.
It’s sitting on the shelf in a bunch of liquor stores and at specs in my area it’s $19.
I really like the JB PPSR
So here it is a year later. Funny thing is at first I wasn't into it, but I waited about ten mins and took a second taste and everything just changed..... I guess with long rest it has improved greatly..... so it will not be gifted to anyone else..
Bought this after watching the video. Thanks! Started trying the rye after son-in-law purchased Michter's and enjoyed that. Have to compare to 101 and Rittenhouse as I have both but really enjoyed the Beam.
Is Pikesville even available in Ohio? Bunch of empty bottles on OHLQ site lol.
Yeah apparently it's gone in My Ohio. Haven't seen it in a while.
Thanks again! I appreciate your nose and palate...not quite there yet. I did notice the rye bread on the nose. Small victory! Too much fast foods? Lol
I have Bulleit 95 Rye at home. I love it and it's actually my first and only rye I've ever had.
I love the statement it does in the notes.
So, what should I look for to expand my rye experience, that has that kind of liveliness that Bulleit 95 has?
I can't get WT 101 Rye here. Only the 81.
Try the old forester rye 100 proof or redemption rye. Old scout rye as well
@@TheMashandDrum
Thank you Jason. I'm going to keep my eyes open for those. Currently Redemption is the only one availlable here, but temporarely out of stock atm. Hoping it will return soon.
Thank you again for your informative videos. 🤗
"What's on the Shelf" request: I would be interested to hear your take on Lot 40 Copper Pot Rye from Toronto. Though, I'm not sure how available it is in Ohio -- if at all. It's a tasty bastard.
Saw the live stream today with rare bird 101. What was the difference between rare breed for the USA vs international rare breed? Thanks
How about an episode where you make Blanton's jello shots? I can think of no better way to put an overhyped candy bomb in its proper place! 🤣💯
Omg. Yes.
Thought straight bourbon/rye only required 2 years of aging. If less than 4 years, then it requires an age statement.
A whiskey enthusiast bartender pointed me at this one a few years ago, and it's been a while, and my palate has evolved, but I was highly pleased and would have guessed it more pricey than it is. But I am guilty of Bulleit being my house rye. That said, I haven't tried WT101 or OF ryes. I'll hit them when I kill my current Bulleit.
Wild Turkey Rye was a favorite than it disappeared for a while right before it jumped up to around 40 bucks but now it's back with a vengeance for about 23 bucks, funny thing I thought it was a fluke and I bought 3 bottles before I started seeing everywhere again ,My two top shelf favorites are Pikeville and Willett Family Rye
Sorry the 101 of course ,I could care less about the 81 proofs
Jim beams makes some very good underrated bourbons/ryes…. Is it me or does the black label extra aged a great tasting product for the price? Also love the entrance music to this rye Jason, reminded me of scarface.
I think the JB Black won so.e pretty heavy awards, Gold medal level..? It's on bottle..
Thus may be hard, but whats on the shelf MGP
Jim beam double oak
Just buy old gran dad it’s same except 2 Tim’s better for 8 $ more
This doesn’t long months bottle well
It’s a watered down old grandad
You swinging your hands too much! Watch out for the glass xd
Nice cheap choice. One of the first low budget ryes that I enjoyed. How about Rebel Yell 100 proof for the next one. Cheers 🥃
It is fair to cp this 90 proof rye to 100 proof ryes. The Wild Turkey rye is just about the SAME $ for the same size bottle and is 101 proof. The issue is cost. If both are cost similar and one is watered down to 40% or 45%, that is a feature worth pointing out. The question then becomes, why does the Jim Beam Cost similar and is a diluted product? The same for Jack Daniel's new 700 ml bottles vs. 750 bottles. No thank you! Jack Daniels in the past has diluted Old #7 to 40% from a higher ABV. And they did not dilute the price they charge! No thank you. Competition is wonderful! We have other, more viable choices for the same $ or even less.
This rye is not great, wt 101 rye stomps this for a little more money.
Jason being nice, it's very thin.
Oh yeah. I said at the end I will take WT 101 and old forester rye over this all day.
Also, for a couple $$ more, the Knob Creek Rye at 100 proof.