This Is The BEST Bourbon UNDER $20 - INSANE VALUE
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As a finale, I would love to see the winners of each category then go into a blind tasting. It would be great if the lowest cost ones come in top 2 or 3.
I was thinking the same thing.
The tough part for a low proof whiskey is their flaws and low proof tends to stand out more when compared against higher dollar bottles. They are good value but hard for them to stand up against the best bottles at higher price categories. Comparing Old Barton 100 to Knob Creek 9 year picks or OF 1920 is a pretty up hill battle (proof and complexity)
Totally agree, Make it Best In Show!
I would like tier winner rolled into the next tier blind test. To see how it ranks again the the higher tier
This
Nothing like throwing Kurt under the bus in the first 20 seconds of the video lol
Twice! Lol
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This is pure gold right here! This is the stuff I love to watch. Blind tests! Nobody does it better than you guys!
Gents the Very Old Barton 100 has won multiple blinds on my end and thats why it stays in my decanter now. It's everyday for me as well as Evan BiB!!! #Cheers 🥃🥃
I agree 100 % with Old Barton... I was blown away when I tried it,, I think in blind battles it would do very well against heavy hitters......
Alot of bourbon channels out there..but this one has always been my favorite!!! Keep up the awesome work!!!!
I'm wanting to see a reaction series where Trenton an Kurt sit and watch they're old videos and reflect on them.
Love what yall are doing on here
I've been on this bourbon journey with you all for about 1 1/2 years now. My dad always loved bourbon and about 3 years ago I decided to give it a try with him and it was something we truly bonded over. He passed away a year ago and it was nice having that time sitting with him and trying new bourbons. I appreciate all the videos on new things to try. My dad may not be around to try them with me but it always brings back great memories.
I just love you guys. Doing a "cheap pour" round is great. 1783 is always on my shelf. I haven't seen Very Old Barton here. Well, we are all different, enjoy what you like. Keep up with these videos. They help folks like me with a small budget.
1783 is a go to when I'm stumped on what I want to get. I have noticed there are variants in the bottles. The one they have mentioned "Extra Aged in White Oak". The other ones I have found do not mention that, making me wonder if they are different.
Great series, guys. Before your recommendations, I had always overlooked Very Old Barton as a cheap "just for getting wasted" bottle, but you've changed my perspective. High points in this video: 1) Kurt's spit take, and 2) the "root beer" discussion, which was giving me Family Guy "Cool Whip" flashbacks. Entertaining as always!
I used to feel the same way about Wild Turkey 101. I thought it was for people with a "problem".
Meanwhile... in Minnesota:
- Evan Williams 1783 - $25
- Evan Williams Bib - $24
- Old Forester 86 - $28
- Very Old Barton 100 - $27
- Benchmark - doesn't exist (allocated Buffalo Trace - $22)
For the price I prefer Old Grandad ($20) to all the above. Looking forward to the ~$30 video.
Meanwhile - in England: $converted from £ prices
Old Forester 86 - $35
Evan Williams BIB - $43-$60
Even Williams 1783 -$68
Very Old Barton 100 - $108
Yes, that last one is not a typo!
@@tn_onyoutube8436 I trust your numbers are correct. That's absurd! Might as well fly to Kentucky 🙂
@@UncleMike81yep!
Mostly we pay more (but sometimes less, for example Buffalo trace and Eagle Rare) but the VOB100 price is insane. It must be that it is not imported in quantity, or even directly. No other justification for that price difference.
OLD GRAND DAD 114 WILL BEAT ALL THESE AND AS OF NOW IN TEXAS $22
VOB100 has been on of my top budget pours since I started the whiskey journey. Over time I acquired the vertical series, 80,86,90 & 100. I use this as a way to explain proof to new drinkers. Tasting from low to high really highlights the differences in proof points. It would be a good episode for SLB!
I wanna thank Kurt for the much improved sound quality on this video: thank you from London, US English has never sounded so good!
One of the many things that is so great about bourbon is that just about anyone should be able to find at least one bourbon they enjoy for around $20 a bottle. From this group, Old Forester 86 is my pick. It’s a fantastic budget bourbon, in my opinion, and I’d be quite satisfied with it as my daily drinker if necessary.
Haven't tried VOB 100 but I definitely appreciate the value of EW BIB. I guess it does have an oaky finish, but I think Kurt is right - I am one of those people that enjoy 'earthy' flavors like that. I like pumpernickel rye, and lapsang souchong tea.
I have never tried Bourbon in my life! However, seeing these two makes me want to give a try!! Love these videos!
Hope your recovery is going well!! Cellulitis is the worst, wouldn’t wish that on anyone. Great video as always! I would agree that even though EW bonded is a great value the oak note is much too dry. Hope to see OGD bonded in a future list video, very solid stuff.
I can get Benchmark Bonded for $19.99 in my area. Of the five Benchmarks (Top Floor, Small Batch, Bonded, Full Proof, & Single Barrel), Bonded is my favorite. A nose of citrus and honey follows through on the palate, with a touch of light oak, caramel, and vanilla.
what % is the bonded? im thinking of getting Benchmark or Evan Williams as its cheaper than other bourbons where i live. id like to try a bourbon over 45%
Love watching yall. My husband and I have a great time watching yall together too.
Picked up Old Grand Dad 114 for under 20 a couple weeks ago.....hard to beat it!
LOLYOU AND YOUR GOOD TASTE ARE IN GOOD COMPANY MY GOOD SIR
Trenton: "It taste like my front steps". Me: "What!". I love his descriptions.🤣🤣
Very Old Barton has been allocated in Virginia for quite some time now. Best Bourbon channel on the net, thanks gents!
😂 when Trent got Kurt laughing these guys are great
Nothing like a Friday video to get that weekend started!
Cheers from the Canadian Prairies! 🥃🇨🇦
Love your blind tests. As a newbie to this you have helped me a ton. Thanks for great videos.
Here's what I put together in my locale, and the results of my own tasting:
#5 - Benchmark Top Floor
#3 - Old Granddad BIB
#3 - Very Old Barton 100
#2 - Evan Williams BIB
#1 - Benchmark Full Proof
Love watching y’all’s videos it’s always a good time. Y’all remind me of my dad and I. Thanks for the work you guys put in.
I still have several handles of VOB 6 yo 90P, bought just before being discontinued. Glad to hear the NAS is still very good.
I saw that coming a mile away. Coincidentally, I just bought another bottle of VOB today! Great video Gentlemen!
Very old Barton 100 is my favorite bottom shelf
I enjoy these videos more than anything else on youtube ATM. I'm not even a whiskey/bourbon drinker. Lol
Love this series. Will watch all of them. Thanks 🥃
VOB and Benchmark are both Sazerac/BT products. I know some of their stuff is overhyped, and over priced on the secondary market, but they make solid juice.
Excellent blind! I'm looking forward to the next tier. There are a lot of good bourbons in the $20-30 range and a lot of my favorites are in the $30-40 tier.
Dang, our palettes must in opposite order. EW1783 is my fav starter/budget bourbon
Same here. I like both Evan Ws 1783 & the BiB. Just tried the VOB100 and I didn’t like it. Palates and batches do vary. 🤷♂️
Shocked. I really liked EW 1783.
Great show. I get the feeling that Kurt may have gotten started before the video began. 🤪 I would have a drink with you guys any day of the week!
VOB is a hard no and EV 1783 must have wild variations in QC, because its hands down one of my budget favs
I follow a few whiskey/bourbon channels…..in my humble opinion, this is the best one.
This is a cool series idea. I find I can't do that many bottles in one blind. My palate just loses the ability to distinguish after two or three. I may try something similar with fewer bottles and then let the winner of each round stay in the mix for the next round until I get to an eventual winner in the category. I've never had Very Old Barton or any of the Benchmarks but it's hard to beat those values.
Most entertaining for weeks, thanks guys 😅
The only two on your list that are available in PA State Stores are Evan WIlliams BIB and 1783. Both are over $20.00 here. Thanks for another interesting video.
VOB 100 has been my favorite bottom shelfer for years. I use to get handles of it in Kentucky for under $24!
I’ve had 3rd,4th,5th. And absolutely love the EW BiB. I’ve had Very Old Barton but not the 100 proof.
I think the JTS Brown should have been in here but most people probably haven't had it because it's hard to find.
That's my daily mixer. $19.99 for a handle, unless it's on sale, and then it's $17.99. Can't beat that!
I can get JTS Brown all day in any liquor store in my town.
Can't find it in NC
Mellow corn isn't bad and 19.99 for 750 ml.
Love the show! Keep the series going! Just one suggestion : Showing the bottle currently being blinded on the screen would make more sense from a viewer standpoint.
What a way to start my Friday! Thank you guys!
I work for VA ABC. Very Old Barton is allocated , at 750 ml. The 1.75 l is not, and is one of the sleepers that I sell at my store.
Trenton you were correct with the use of “Differential” to describe the comparable values in the tastes.
I know Curt saying he's too old for that anymore, but I bet he could throw down back in the day. Built like a tank.
Seeing Kurt spit had me rolling. I watched that atleast 10x. I was crying with laughter.
Spit take was AWESOME!
Good call! Totally agree on the batch variation of the 1783. Have had the same experience and I take care where I store my bourbon.
So much fun, great video can’t wait to see the rest of the series
Gonna have to try that Very Old Barton. Just went back to EWBIB recently and was reminded how much I love it.
Put the winner each week into the next tier! Would be really interesting
Love the series!! Can’t wait for next round!
Just got a 1783 on Wednesday for the first time.. Will see. The EW B&B definitely does that to you at the end, it got me good one time, coughing fit!
Some really good mixers there though.
Love these episodes as I am always looking for the best under $30 and cheaper for a mixer.
Interesting tasting. Had a bottle of VO Barton 80 that was a drain pour. Horrible. The only bourbon that I've had which was worse was Hudson Baby Bourbon. Maybe I had a bad bottle? Now Benchmark on the other hand, I've tried 3 of them (can only find them in Indiana) and loved each one, and think they are super great values for the price. I do like the rest of your selection too, just scratching my head on the Barton win. Fun show!
We do not have your top 2 picks in our area. We do have the other 3 and I have had both the OF86 and EWBIB and OF86 blows it away IMO and I will gladly pay the little bit extra for it. OF86 and Four Roses have become my go to for budget bourbons. I picked up a bottle of EW black label but have not opened it so who knows that might change my mind. I was going to pick up the EW1783 but it is only available around here in the 1.75L so not sure if I want that big of a bottle for something that I do not really care for.
Love these episodes 🤟 As a budget daily sipper, it hits home!
Another one I've been finding on the shelves for less than $20 is Rebel 100. Solid bottle. I still can't find the Old Barton 100, and feel like it would be the perfect bottle. The 86 proof is all I have access here, and it's good but more proof would be spot on! Cheers
Also, JTS Brown. Because duh. Its like $13 😅
JTS Brown and Rebel 100 were 6th and 7th in the Patreon poll.
I really like the REBEL cask strength so I'll have to try the 100pf
Here in Florida, I finally found a bottle of the "new" Early Times. 100 proof BiB. $15.99. Was shocked at how good it was (in comparison to the "old" Early Times). For $16 bucks...it's hard to beat.
Great video. Thank you so much for all the information you provide in your bourbon series. I do appreciate it!
Try adding a dehumidifier to see if it prevents lung problems. I have reverb added for my smartphone to make the sound more like old time radio speakers, and this microphone added a whole lot more reverb, like a giant room echo.
Great idea for a series! Can't wait for the next video. Hey, do you guys have a Costco near you? Maybe do a tasting on what they have?
It's a special skill. I call it blame storming!
Well played
Great video as ever from my new favourite channel. The real shocker for me here is that I’ll never get to try the winner - as there is no way I am paying UK prices for the VOB100. You will be amazed to know that it goes for £80, or over $100!
The same stores are selling Eagle Rare for £40 and I can buy that elsewhere for as low as £31. And I can but Rare Breed for £55 or around $70, which I thought was expensive!
Crazy!
Love VOB 100 It was a BIB for a short time,I used to drive an hour to buy a number of bottles at a time but here in Illinois it's become easier to find for some reason .🥃
We have had all of these, except Very Old Barton. It is now on our list. Going to have to try this blind and see our results.
Prices definitely vary.Buffalo Trace 1.75 liter in NJ 79.99. Winn Dixie in Florida 44.99. They only had 3. Bought them all.
Always have a Very Old Barton on the shelf. My daily is Knob Creek but a VOB works as well and, you can’t beat the price ☮️
Welcome to spit-take theater. God almighty you guys are a riot. Keep it up and don't ever change. A true gem on TH-cam.😆🤣
Awesome video. You guys rock. So entertaining
I recently had my way with a bottle of 1783. Really enjoyable. Had some neat, but usually mixed it with some ginger ale. Can't say I've seen the 100 proof Barton around here. Just the 80 and 86. I'll keep my eyes peeled for it. Also had the Evan Williams BIB recently. It didn't really work for me. I would describe it as lacking flavor.
Trenton is growing moss on his steps and mold in his bathroom, and yet he’s perplexed by the repeated respiratory visits to the medical professionals? 🤷♂️
*edit - I had to pause the vid after literally laughing out loud in the middle of the office with earbuds in when Kurt spit the bourbon. Love it!
And eating unidentified mushrooms from his yard!
14:29 Kurt Spits! Trenton you are too funny!
Will look for VOB100. Never tried it - yet. I do like 1783 - at least the bottle in my shelf right now. It was a surprisingly good budget buy.
In my opinion Very Old Barton 100 Proof is definitely a good pick under (or around) 20 bucks. If you have had other variations of Very old Barton, the 100 proof is so much better balanced. So much so that it is to the point that I would simply not buy it unless it was the 100 proof bottle. I recall around 5 years ago it was widely advertised as the best value for the dollar in bourbon. But also, even at the 100 proof, it is not so good as it can beat out higher priced options. If you have never had 100 proof try it, but if budget allows keep it for a rough work day and buy better stuff for Friday night.
Straw poll is the correct term. Kurt was inadvertently correct and Trenton has no clue. 😂
I said exactly the same as they talked about it!
Literally came to the comments to see if I was the only one. 😂
Barton Distillery makes a nice bourbon priced @ $19.00 for Costco in CA stores, its pretty good for under $20.00 , enjoy
Si, great content as always!
Harry had Very Old Barton 100, picked up a bottle a couple of weeks ago, but it wasn't on the shelf this morning.
I've never seen the VOB100 here in Ohio, but it is usually on the shelf when I visit the Party Source in Newport, KY. I like the Evan Williams bib but now will need to sample it again to see if I get that oakiness in the finish. Next week should be fun!
Yep one of my retailers in SC said 100 proof Very Olde Barton is now allocated.
Nice job as usual and the audio was fine. 👍🏻
If y'all ever vacation in Gatlinburg, the liquor stores there have lots of Very Old Barton and in various sizes.
Time for a XLR in camera audio setup! 🤣
KURRRRTTTTTT!!! You had ONE job… 🤣😝😆 Great video as always gentlemen 🤓
Very old Barton bnb has been hard to find...but just picked up some in Georgia. Just like Ancient Ancient Age 10 Star $17.99iin NC.
The audio is fine but the intro precaution is appreciated. Cheers from your friends in Ontario!
Happy Friday!!
Great episode guys.
3 minutes in I’m going with VOB since that’s what I voted for. So good for so cheap
Thoroughly enjoyed this episode. Looking forward to enjoying the mossy/bricky/ant bourbon 🥃
The 1783 is my daily driver. Great bourbon. ~$38 for the big bottle in NC. The Old Forester indeed tastes like front steps.
1783 is nice and oakey, but it can also be a little astringent. OF I am always happy to sip.
SLB Classics
0:11 Kurt is thrown under the bus
0:31 Kurt is thrown under the bus #2 for the new series
1:48 Kurt shows of his technology savvy
2:55 Trenton is tired already 🥱
3:49 Kurt leads 1|0 👃
4:22 Trenton bringing the interesting aroma notes, incense
5:19 Kurt pulls ahead 2|0 👃
6:00 Trenton tries reading his ceiling notes
6:55 Trenton just can’t get healthy🤒
7:10 Kurt is a man on a mission 3|0 👃
7:39 Trenton’s tasting face
8:40 Trenton won’t be shut out 3|1 👃
9:09 Kurt’s shnoz doesn’t work to well
9:24 Trenton brings up a candy note “peach rings”
10:45 Trenton has house issues, thankfully doesn’t eat the moss
11:22 Kurt wins 3|2 👃🎉🎉
12:15 Trenton tasting face
14:03 Le Croix Bourbon😂😂
14:27 Kurt can’t contain the bourbon and has a spit take
17:32 is the bourbon getting to Kurt?😂😂
18:39 just a little bit of oak 👐😂
19:15 Total agreement ❤️
21:01 Trenton has a mini heart attack
21:28 Trenton’s front steps taste like old forester
23:23 Synchronized nod to finish
That’s awesome. Good job
I search this breakdown on every video. 10 out of 10 - great work.
10:45 "I might have smelled it." 😂
Haha
Great video . Gives us newbies good info
I was so mesmerized by Trenton’s so-called “mustache” that I didn’t even notice the audio issues.
Honestly this audio is better for me because it is louder overall. Sometimes i struggle to hear your normal audio through my Bluetooth speakers. Yeah, not as clear, but the volume is much better :)