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The 10 Best Rye Whiskies For The Money!
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I really enjoyed this video. I'm 62 years old, recently retired, and had never had a rye in my life! Since watching this video I've tried the Old Forester, the Rare Breed, the Sagamore and the Bullet. I've been missing out. These ryes are great. 🙂
I appreciate your attitude of "Whatever you like to drink, however you like to drink it." So here's one for you: My favorite rye drink, so far, is Bullet; mixed half-and-half with Diet Dr. Pepper, on the rocks. :-) I'd love to see the look on Trenton's face when you tell him about that one! :-) Keep up the good work!
Yes he needs to try that one!!
Enjoy your retirement! I am sure you have earned it!
You might try George Deckel Rye. Its less money than Bulleit Rye but I find it more mellow.
@@forthefunofit5487I think many people who enjoy rye prefer a less mellow experience
Pikesville Rye is one of my absolute favorite whiskeys. It is well worth the $50 price, in my opinion.
I got some Pikesville awhile ago based on your recommendation and it really is a winner.
Back in the '80s there were only two or three ryes generally available--Old Overholt, Wild Turkey, and Beam. Rye just wasn't a thing back then, but it's really exploded in popularity in the past few years.
Old Overholt. Priced at around 18 bucks here in Miami. Plus, it was the standard "medicinal alcohol" of our Navy during WW2, and that puts it in a very special place in my heart.
I wish I could find the OO 114.
@@slbdrinks Ditto! the 100 proof bonded is pretty easy to find here in Miami. Unlike the 114 which is mostly available online and when you add the shipping cost it gets a bit out of whack.
Sagamore Double oak is $52 in my market. Definitely the best value in rye. Delicious
Definitely not $80! It’s about $55-60 in Maryland (where Sagamore is located).
Where is your market? I am in need of a road trip!
@@JC-77 Omaha, NE
Holy cow I am getting the hammer with my price! 50.00 is a steal for the DO!
$80 here. Can't touch it for that.
Great video. I can’t believe Wild Turkey 101 Rye didn’t make the value list. Surprising outcome especially with your love of WT. Although you may just not have a bottle, but for $19 I think it’s outstanding. Cheers!
It is a great buy!
I came here to say this!
I did a blind with WT101, WT RB, WT RB rye and WT101 rye and the WT101 rye came out on top! I was surprised, but happy. Real good stuff!
I like Wild Turkey a lot but not a big fan of their rye. Maybe I need to try it again.
Loved wt rye for a mix, but never tried it neat or on rocks, gonna try it.
I love the Wild Turkey 101 Rye
I recognized Pikesville rye at a store because of your videos and it’s one of my favorite whiskies I’ve tried. Thanks. Great videos.
I've enjoyed Bulleit Rye before. My go to Rye is Old Overholt. Founded in West Overton Pennsylvania in 1810. Now produced by James Beam in Kentucky. That is my pick for best bang for the buck. Thank you for another interesting video.
Concise information on ryes! Pikesville is the best tasting for the price. Rare Breed Rye is second.
First time trying rye, Old Forester then Bulleit. I was expecting OF to be the better, but Bulleit was hands down the winner for me. On a block of ice with just a couple of teaspoons of water it mellowed perfectly. With just two drops, (literally,) of bitters and one half teaspoon of Cinzano, the Bulleit released the most pleasant orange peel and bakery spice flavors with great aroma.
The Bulleit was the best Manhattan ever for me, the Old Forester, meh, not so much. Really, I was surprised at the difference. Your videos led me to try rye for the first time, love it, thanks. I really enjoy your shows.
Patrick
Thanks Patrick! Those two ryes are worlds apart concerning flavors and the high rye mash bill was the winner for you!
Yep can’t fault your No.1. Just bought a bottle myself here in the Philippines and it’s difficult to drink anything else. Smoky! 🥳🥃👍🏻
I’m here in Canada and love watching these videos, SLB got me into whiskey and I thank you guys!
Thank you for joining us!
MGP, I mean Bulleit for the win...that said just because u despise Castreau up in Canada doesn't mean that Lot 40, Crown Rye and Alberta Rye shouldn't be on ur short list! Great segment....still waiting on the Benchmark line review and tasting :)
Honestly didn’t think to add Canadian but I should have. Lot 40 and Alberta are fine choices!! BT distillery reviews coming up soon!
Hey guys this is THE BEST rye review, most rye reviews are only the Kentucky style which is 51% to 53% rye..this is a nice range from 90%rye all the way down to 51% rye. Kentucky style isn't the only way.
thank you! Great job!
Thank you!
AGREE ON PROOF AND MIXING. You gotta have enough to stand up to ice meltage/etc....and a good punch from the Rye's helps. Thanks guys!!!
1. Smooth ambler contradiction rye,105 proof
Non chill filtered, $35-$40.
2. Knob Creek rye
3. Elijah Craig rye
Nice call on the smooth ambler! Would love to try that one!
Glad to see Bullitt and Sazerac on the list. Another rye I like that did not make the list is Basil Hayden Dark Rye. Love an Old Fashioned with the dark rye.
I’m sure someone else has said it somewhere but just in case, Elijah Craig Rye, surely! It is a game changer, citrusy, with vanilla and spice.
Hi Kurt, I just saw a rye I've never heard of called Five and 20 Rye. There's a "hotspot" restaurant called Peak in NYC with a bourbon cocktail called The High Line that resembles an old fashioned.
The ingredients of this cocktail ($24) from the menu are Five and 20 Rye, lemon, hot honey and apple cider (try it warm).
Have you seen this rye? On Drizly a bottle is listed at $35..
Actually have never even heard of it. The cocktail sounds very interesting though!
Angel Envy Rye is the best rye I’ve ever had. Love the intense flavors.
barrel seagrass, nulu toasted rye, James e pepper rye
A very strong list. I was definitely surprised the the Dickel, especially since you omitted the Knob Creek Rye which has excellent bang for the buck. I could see the Sagamore, because I got the straight rye and was surprised by how tasty and smooth it was (even if it doesn't have a lot of oomph flavorwise). I'd think some Whistle Pig would get honorable mention. The 10 year private barrel, barrel select (Total Wine) is excellent (and much better than the ordinary 10 yr small batch)...although it's gone up in price and is now tickling $100. The Whistle Pig Piggyback 6 yr is an affordable option. The James E. Pepper 1776 straight rye 100 proof rye is a great, affordable, MGP option.
+1 on Knob Creek rye ;)
Appreciate your input!
Great list! Love the RB rye & Pikeville. Cheers 🥃
Another great list, Ken & Trenton! You guys have been doing a real service with your best buy lists. Keep up the good work. Cheers!
Thank you!
Happy to see you include both the Sazerac and Dickel. Kudos to Bulleit whether you like it or not, it really kick-started rye coming back into the mainstream.
I would suggest the Knob Creek Single Barrel, if you like a higher proof point (@ 115).
Boy so many people have suggested the KC SB. Have to get one!
The entire Sagemore lineup is outstanding. Good choice!
Had some Old Forester Rye tonight, my first rye, really good.
For months I could only find Sazerac locked up in the allocated section for $60 at my local stores, but today I drove to another city and found it on the shelf for $29!! Crazy world.
Love the Hard Truth Rye, it is difficult to find in my area. I just moved from Indiana to Texas. Also a big fan of Pikesville, the only surprise that didn't make your list is the Wild Turkey 101 Rye. Great reviews, as always!
I have tried several of the ryes you had on your list and they have all been very good. My two favorites though are James E Pepper 1776 and Michter’s Ryes. I’m also a fan of the High West Double Rye. Michter’s and JEP are my daily pours because they have such different tasting notes than the others; sweet and lingering. Thd High West is good just because it’s so different than everything else in my bar.
Yes the James pepper rye is next on my list to order!!
Good arguments! Ran out of Michters straight rye and haven’t replaced yet. Wish I had it for the show.
@@slbdrinks is there anything more mellow than the Michter's rye? I love it but I'm looking for something with even more flavor and a better initial taste.
You gotta try the new low proof Rye from Hard Truth. High Road Rye is only 40 bucks and it seriously holds up. Give it a try! Sweet Mash Rye is my favorite but it was a strain on my budget at 75 but High Road is almost as good for about half the price. Unbeatable value
Nice review! And happy belated Birthday! I just grabbed Redemption Rye and made me a Manhattan. I thought the Rye was good, and the Manhattan tested really nice with that Rye. I like Pikesville Rye, but I personally call it illegal Bourbon, because it really feels like Bourbon in the pallet, except for it’s not 51% corn. Great job I’ve been following your videos and they are all enjoyable!
bulleit is $32 a handle at costco on sale, can't beat that it tastes like rye bread it's great and smooth
I keep a few rye whiskies on hand, but don't drink rye often. I always keep Russell's Reserve 6-year-old rye on hand. I think it's better than Bulleit rye. I didn't know WT made a Rare Breed rye and I have never seen a bottle of it. I really like Rare Breed bourbon and will certainly be on the lookout for the rye!
Jim Beam Pre Prohibition Rye i really enjoy. And The High West Double Rye, very good 👍
Was also surprised you did mention Wild Turkey 101.... But my favorite at the moment is Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Rye... If you haven't yet give it a try.... on sale about $35.oo.
Great choice! I did have a bottle couple years ago and it was very good!
One of my favorites is Pikesville. But I hadn't seen it anywhere here in Texas for the last 4 years, until 2 weeks ago. And it was priced at $100!
No way!! That’s ridiculous.
Bulleit 95 at $30 in late 2023 is a real winner. So many great flavors in that bottle, and I only ever drink it neat. Sadly doesn’t last very long at my house haha
I love Bulleit Rye. Great any occasion sipper. I also love the Old Forester, Russell’s Reserve 6 Year Rye, Chattanooga 99 Rye and Sagamore Cask Strength Rye.
Great choices!
Also High West Double Rye has a strong on the front and a light cinnamon touch on the back end, and Whistlepig 10 Year for a casual sipper.
Dickel and bulleit rye are both MGP rye (95% rye) I like to get the handles of dickel rye for 37 in my area.
alberta premium cask strength rye is a must try!
Sagamore Double Oak Rye has been my go to for the past month when I picked up my first bottle... fantastic drink!!
Sooo good!
I'm not a rye drinker (don't dislike it, just never came up), but I have had - and enjoyed - Bulliet rye,
I recently heard Michter's Rye is veyy good ... although I haven't yet found any to confirm.
Love Bulleit for it's versatility. Great sipper and for $30 (NY) I don't feel guilty mixing it. Pikesville and Rare Breed and absolutely incredible for the price! And that Sagamore DO has been on my list for a while; I need to go out and find that one.
Great lineup of Ryes.
Dickel Rye is a fair suggestion. I realize some dislike any Dickel. But where Dickel Rye is spectacular is in an Old Fashioned. Especially during the Fall/Winter. You may want to give that a try. But give it a taste before you add any garnish like citrus or orange so you can really appreciate how unique this rye is. Then add your garnish. It surprised me. Dickel rye stands out fantastically in this drink 👍
Bonus - Eagle Rare has that same effect for me in an old fashioned. I know it’s hard to find in some areas - but exceptional in an old fashioned. Thanks for all your great reviews 🥃
Thanks for the suggestion! I am in with Dickel rye for my next old fashioned!
Fantastic review and list. Hands down Sagamore DO FTW! I am a fan of Bulleitt Rye and Bourbon Old Fashion's primarily because of the orangey notes.
Forgot to add picked up Sagamore DO for $59 in Chattanooga.
I have to talk to my store owners about their Sagamore pricing!
Nice video. I prefer rye whiskeys to Bourbons because there's more spice to them. Surprised not to find the Michter's Rye Whiskey US*1 in the list, since this is highly acclaimed rye around here. From your list, only the Rittenhouse (Which I'm currently drinking), the Bulleit, and the Wild Turkey Rare Breed are widely available in my country.
My brother has the similar palate as you, he loves the bite of the rye as well. I also love Michters but I emptied my bottle and haven’t replaced yet. Cheers my friend!
That Sagamore Double Rye is FANTASTIC! My favorite rye EVER. SO damn good!
One to add - Elijah Craig Rye. Really nice - right up there with Bulleit, maybe even a bit better.
Revisiting this video because I happened to stumble upon a Sazerac Rye today. Excited to try it! Enjoying all the videos as I learn the world of whisky.
Happy to see Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye on the list. Was making a trip from kentucky to Indianapolis a couple weeks ago and stopped over at the Hard Truth distillery. I tried basically every whiskey they had and to me the standout for the price was the sweet mash rye barrel strength uncut and unfiltered. Had to pick it up, especially since they don't have it at my liquor store in maryland. Also got the toasted coconut rum.
Toasted coconut rum, wow sounds intriguing!
Nice group. I have all but Dickel, sazerac and Bulleit. Those last 3 are definite hitters. I’d add Wilderness Trail single barrel to the list, especially a good store pick.
1. Can’t believe you didn’t put willet 4 year rye. It’s the best rye whiskey under $70 hands down.
2. Redwood empires the emerald giant is amazing and is $30ish dollars.
3. Finally, Michters single barrel rye is amazing for the price and it’s available everywhere.
All great choices! Willet is awesome!
I love Bulleit rye in an Old Fasioned!
Made one last week, Bulleit Rye is the bomb
Thanks for doing this. Been branching into Rye (being a WT/RB/Russell's fan) and only bought a few so far. Still haven't tried any OF. Exploring whiskey has been a lot of fun.
I was in the mood for rye but not in the mood to drive to one of the larger liquor stores so I thought I'd try the little store around the corner from my house. They're very nice and helpful but their selection is small which is why I watched your video before I went. The lady from Bulleit was there so I picked up the Bulleit rye, and I got a free t-shirt too. I tried a little as soon as I got home and it was very nice. I'm looking forward to having a glass tonight. Thanks Ken.
Great selections. I have quite a few of these and enjoy them all. Thanks, guys!
I'm a big fan of the Bulliet. My favorite rye is High West Double Rye though. Half MGP, half HW distillate. Give it a shot, about 30/bottle.
Thank you!
Bulleit rye... I get cherry, vanilla, tobacco notes. Absolute great cocktail rye
If you can get it, Redwood Empire's Emerald Giant Rye is really tasty. Also, take a trip down here to New Orleans and visit the Sazerac Museum. Pay for the tour and you get cocktails!!
Nice! Hope to visit NO next year!
Dickel rye is amazing because they finish it over frozen sugar cubes and what not. It's literally made from the same batch as bulliet rye, and buffalo trace. Only difference is how they process the batch and barrel it. Look it up
SLB drinks you display a great line up of rye whiskey I've Bulleit, Ejiah Craig , Crown Royal and now knob creek rye as a recommendation knob creek maybe a go to buy it's a good balance of sweet/spice really enjoyable drink neat, iced and in a cocktail as always slb drinks the reviews you do help out 👍
Hard truth is my number one, first batch was the best but it’s on its 3rd batch now and still pretty darn good! First batch had a butterscotch flavor to it
Great video thanks! I am a big fan of OF Rye and I just bought the RB Rye this weekend and can't wait to try! I have recently started getting into Rye whiskies and really enjoying them. I used to just be only a bourbon guy but now branching into ryes. I have not had that many but one I have really enjoyed neat is the 115 proof KC Single Barrel Select, I have been noticing it's about $15-20 cheaper then the KC SBS bourbons are. Coming in at $45 typically.
In a similar boat. Been enjoying exploring hope you are too.
I need to look for this one. Have never tried it yet.
I absolutely love the Sagamore double oak and I went out and found Hard Truth after one of your older videos and it’s great as well. The other day I grabbed the New Riff malted and found it to be much better than their standard rye. That same day I got the Rossville Union Barrel Proof rye and it holds up as well. It might take over as my favorite. I need to do a rye blind soon.
Luv the Rossville too!👍🏻
Everything you mentioned is spectacular! That would be an epic blind!
My Rossville union opened up with some time, and now it's delicious
Great work again! Need to get a Canadian Rye in that list though!
Best Scotch for the money will be difficult since you really need to break it up into region in my opinion.
Scotch is a very tough subject to make lists.
just looked and i can get the Sagamore Rye for 49.99 at Total Wine and More in So Cal! Will be picking one up this week!
Great buy!
Have you tried any of the High West Ryes? I love the Rendezvous Rye and the Double Rye, and the High West Yippie Ki-Yay was off the charts, in my opinion, except that you can't really get it any more.
Always have a double rye on hand!
I would have had to add Rabbit Hole Rye,,, definitely one of my favorites right next to the WT Barrel Proof Rye!! Great selection and as always, Great video!!👊💪🥃
Not a big fan of dickel to sip it's fine to mix. I also don't dig wild turkey anything. My favs are bulleit,michters,angel envy,Elijah Craig.. I'll try some of your others. Thanks for the list
Templeton Rye 10yr and Barrel Proof are delicious in my opinion.
Love the Old Foster rye actually I think this is better than the Old Foster 100 bourbon!
100% agree, OF 100 has too much of an alcoholic nose, hard to detect flavor notes
I am not a rye fan, however the bulliet rye and the basil hayden rye are by far my 2 favorites.
I feel so lucky. I bought Sagamore Double Oaked at Binny's in Illinois last weekend for $49.99.
Cruising through Illinois last week; found three bottles of Sazerac Rye for $27.99 each; never see it for sale in Florida! I would also add Templeton Rye six year to your list; very enjoyable for around $45 per bottle.
Appreciate the recommendation!
Another great lineup 👏
Can't believe that you didn't include Wild Turkey 101 Rye for the price point even though you chose it's big brother Rare Breed.
Haven't pulled the trigger on the Sagamore or Rittenhouse yet so maybe soon .
Agree, WT 101 rye is great and a great value too.
Pull the trigger on either one, and you won't regret it👍
Rittenhouse is one of my favorites. What I call soft/mellow with good flavors, little to no burn
@@wolfe5244
I kind of like that peppery,spicy burn of ryes.
I remember Kurt saying in a previous video that he was not that much of a fan of the WT 101 Rye.
I have not tried a lot of ryes but I have had the Buillett and it was really good at a great price especially considering someone else paid for it. Whistle Pig is good but not what I would call a great value. Crown Royal also makes a very good Rye.
Great point with WP. Good but not a great bargain.
I prefer ryes, myself. About half of those aren’t available in our area. The others I have had. Of those, the Sazerac didn’t move me. Plus, it is about $10 more than the price you quoted. One I enjoy that you didn’t mention is Jack Daniels Select, both regular and barrel strength. May have to pick up a Pikesville this week.
I can understand your opinion on the Sazerac. It is more of a specific taste profile.
@DavidColgan, finally someone mentions Jack Daniels Rye. I just saw it at the Staters Brothers Grocery today $19.99 I was so tempted to grab it but I chickened out, not really knowing which ones are worth the money. I had a shot of Deadwood with my nephew at the bar. I told him I thought it had like a Butter Rum flavor. He said, "Yes! That's it!"
I basically stuck to beer for the past 20 or 30 years. But I'm 64 now and think I might be old enough to handle some whiskey.😅
Besides for OF Rye, my favorite budget rye is Redemption Rye. Also, Stellum Rye is amazing and one of my absolute favorite pours.
Never had it but sounds great!
Hands down Redemption Rye, a 30.00 bottle that I prefer over most of the bottles I have that cost double even triple that
Hi Kurt, you should review Canadian ryes like Lot 40 or Lot 40 cask strength.
Love to find a lot 40 cask strength!
Dickel sources the rye whiskey from MGP. That's why it's good, in that it's not actual Dickel whisky. They then run it through the maple charcoal.
Exactly! Dickel was the surprise for me on this list!
I seem to like rye better than regular bourbon! Wild turkey 101 is so delicious!🔥
I really like the Knob Creek Rye.
Peppery
I recently did a blind of 5 ryes. Pikesville, Sagamore DO and Hard Truth included. Hard Truth won easily. Pikesville 5th, Sagamore 4th and a Starlight barrell pick 2nd. I can't remember what the other participant was.
That’s a great lineup!
I love the Michters single barrel rye.
All good recommendations. Try Frey Ranch Rye. 100% winter rye grown on his farm. You can order it direct from their website. Exceptional.
I have been looking for Frey Ranch products for a while now with no luck. Maybe I should try to order from the website.
I am more a bourbon than Rye type of drinker. But I have tried most of these and have to agree. But just did an Old-Fashioned with that Wild Turkey Rare Breed Rye and it was Amazing. Thanks for the list and sharing. maybe you should do a blind tasting and rate these ryes? cheers
Good idea!
My brother got me some Sazerac. He lives in Kentucky. Never heard of it here in Birmingham. I liked it a lot.
Thrilled to see New Riff on the bar. I am a huge fan of both Rittenhouse and OF Rye. These are all great products
As always a great video. You just have a way of making me and I’m sure other viewers wishing they could visit the basement bar to share a dram or two with you.
Also surprised Woodford Reserve rye didn’t make the cut. Love that stuff. Good job guys!
Keep these vids coming.
Great video as I love rye whiskey. I'm not a whiskey snob as I can't afford to be but I still have a problem with all the hoopla around whiskeys that tout "recipes handed down from generations...only to find out it's an MGP product..like Bulleitt, Dickel, Three Chord, Coppercraft, on and on. Great rye to try Eastern Kille Straight Rye out of Grand Rapids, Michigan ($40 a fifth in Meijer) and Dorothy Arzner rye from Francis Ford Coppola in California (about $50 in California). Hard to find, maybe not available in most areas but at least they're not MGP products and very tasty
There are always those outlier brands that distill their own product and are very good! Sad part is most will never see them. Appreciate your recommendations!
I love Rye Whiskey, thanks. My fave so far, Old Forester.
Managed to find Sag and Sag DO recently... I don't dislike them but the Dill note is just a bit weird to me, it's so front and center. I generally do not get that from Rye's but Sag seems to have an incredible amount of Dill on the palate.
Sagamore double oaked is my fave rye ever. Almost tastes just like woodford double oaked to me
I need to send you guys one of the best local distiller bottles I ever had. Skip Rocks Barrel Proof Rye. Cannot find any other bottles that compare to this.
Sudden Wisdom. 100% rye mash. Made by Montgomery Distillery in Missoula, Montana.
Easily my favorite.
Bulleit Rye is the best! Always my go to!