1000%. The only way for us to be fully objective is to have no idea what’s in either glass. That’s why all our head-to-heads are totally double-blind like this (plus to us it’s the most fun by a long shot). We may not come across as smart as others pulling out nuanced tasting notes, but we’re here for the most fun and most unbiased content possible. Thanks for watching Bo!
Great video! I have not had either one of them, but for a 10 year bourbon, I would rather have a SP of Eagle Rare and buy a bottle of Rare Breed with the difference.
Thanks Tim! There’s certainly a LOT of competition and alternatives in the price ranges of both of these bottles-distilleries can’t rest on their laurels if they’re charging premium prices.
This is such a great video. I've been coming back to Michter's lately. My issue with the brand is that there is SUCH a gap in price and availability between their normal core US-1 offering and the 10-year. I have only seen a 10-year once in my life in Boston where I got a pour - I recall the flavor was very light and floral. But for the price and the hype - I can't do it. When I'm in the mood for a very solid, "classic", relatively low proof, and pretty available bourbon, I'll go with the US-1 all day. I think it has some similarity to Buffalo Trace
We can absolutely see the similarities to Buffalo Trace, but think it’s better. Absolutely great points about the massive gap in price and availability!
I was so excited when I found and bought, unfortunately in that $220.00 range #fomo, a bottle of Michters 10 year bourbon. It is so heart crushing that for me it has been a bottle filled with regret :( ... A really great blind :)! It is some consolation that it is not just my novice bourbon experiential database.
You, us, and quite a few others have expressed the same sentiments about their Michter's 10 Year bourbons. It's quite surprisingly, really. Sorry you got burned as well. We appreciate you watching!
Great review I’m really not surprised.... Flavored- do you see straight on the bottles because I don’t. Sourced- sure would be nice if they would disclose who’s actually distilling it. Overpriced- self explanatory IMO Obviously they score a 10 on marketing and label making Last but certainly not least, I’m a tator on this one.... I fell for the hype and bought a few! Sucks, all I had to do was spin the bottle around and read the label.
Just had the michters SB for the first time. And while I do like the flavor and sweetness, it is way to mild. I don't hate it. It was boring af. But I don't feel I'll be reaching for again anytime soon. And I wouldn't buy it again.
I love the way Erin will say something funny and Josh will turn one eye to the camera and smirk. Kills me every time. Hahaha
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Good honest content. I like the random pairings where you don't even know what you are comparing because even names can skew your opinions.
1000%. The only way for us to be fully objective is to have no idea what’s in either glass. That’s why all our head-to-heads are totally double-blind like this (plus to us it’s the most fun by a long shot). We may not come across as smart as others pulling out nuanced tasting notes, but we’re here for the most fun and most unbiased content possible. Thanks for watching Bo!
I agree with Bo. This is the best way to do blinds that I’ve seen. I will be looking forward to future episodes.
Thanks Lyle! After tasting completely double blind like this, we’re convinced it’s the best way too!
Great video! I have not had either one of them, but for a 10 year bourbon, I would rather have a SP of Eagle Rare and buy a bottle of Rare Breed with the difference.
Thanks Tim! There’s certainly a LOT of competition and alternatives in the price ranges of both of these bottles-distilleries can’t rest on their laurels if they’re charging premium prices.
I’m “meh” on Michters as well, but I do really like the American Whiskey US1
Thanks one we need to pick up along with their rye. So many bottles, so little time. Appreciate you watching Johnathan!
Appreciate your channel! Thanks Josh and Erin 😊
Thanks for tuning in Brian!
This is such a great video. I've been coming back to Michter's lately. My issue with the brand is that there is SUCH a gap in price and availability between their normal core US-1 offering and the 10-year. I have only seen a 10-year once in my life in Boston where I got a pour - I recall the flavor was very light and floral. But for the price and the hype - I can't do it. When I'm in the mood for a very solid, "classic", relatively low proof, and pretty available bourbon, I'll go with the US-1 all day. I think it has some similarity to Buffalo Trace
We can absolutely see the similarities to Buffalo Trace, but think it’s better. Absolutely great points about the massive gap in price and availability!
Josh's face during the reveal was the same I had when I chose JD Single barrel over Blanton's (the money I could have saved...)
Wowza folks!!! This has inspired me to do a little science experiment tonight! Cheers!
Keep us abreast of your findings!
I was so excited when I found and bought, unfortunately in that $220.00 range #fomo, a bottle of Michters 10 year bourbon.
It is so heart crushing that for me it has been a bottle filled with regret :( ...
A really great blind :)!
It is some consolation that it is not just my novice bourbon experiential database.
You, us, and quite a few others have expressed the same sentiments about their Michter's 10 Year bourbons. It's quite surprisingly, really. Sorry you got burned as well. We appreciate you watching!
Great review
I’m really not surprised....
Flavored- do you see straight on the bottles because I don’t.
Sourced- sure would be nice if they would disclose who’s actually distilling it.
Overpriced- self explanatory IMO
Obviously they score a 10 on marketing and label making
Last but certainly not least, I’m a tator on this one.... I fell for the hype and bought a few! Sucks, all I had to do was spin the bottle around and read the label.
We’re right there with you John. Thanks for watching and for the comment!
Try Bombergers
Just had the michters SB for the first time. And while I do like the flavor and sweetness, it is way to mild. I don't hate it. It was boring af. But I don't feel I'll be reaching for again anytime soon. And I wouldn't buy it again.
You guys hit the nail on the head, burnt taste, not good, I was really disappointed in Michters.
Glad to know we’re not the only ones.