Being someone who suffers from PTSD and Depression, I can say you’re 100% correct. I listen to these to get through some dark thoughts, while enjoying a glass.
I pray that I can be of some help to you in the future, and that any influence I can bring will inspire others to do the same. I love you, and thank you for sharing!
The best descriptions of the Van Winkle genre I've seen. I love Bourbon. I drank Scotch exclusively for 40 years until I moved to the South 13 years ago and got caught up in the history, legacy, romance and the uniquely American story of Bourbon. Several of my "Scotch Only" friends have also transitioned to Bourbon. As I educated myself on the various production methods of whiskeys, I quickly formed my opinion that, as a result of only using malted barley in its mash bill, scotch would have to rely on the barrels for flavor. Whereas Bourbon, on the other hand, has a variety of mash bills utilizing various grains which will impart unique flavors before the whiskey ever reaches the barrel. I've had the pleasure of touring a number of distilleries during my bourbon journey. I have to say that Wild Turkey and Buffalo Trace are my personal favorites. Thank you for what you do.
Randy. I’m blown away by your messaging at the end of the video. Thank you for for your intentional decision to be a force for good. I’m sincerely inspired to love on other people. Thank you.
Wow, thank you! Butterfly effect! It can be mathematically proven that the flap of a butterfly wing in Africa can be the start of a hurricane in the Caribbean. Maybe if we all work together we can make a hurricane of good love and acceptance! Cheers!
On the day of my wife's memorial service, a friend brought over a Pappy 23. It was fantastic, but thinking back you are right part of it may well have been the occasion, just a few of the bourbon drinkers my family gathered in my den. I live in a rural community, and it is difficult to get really special bourbon here, but I buy a bottle of bourbon once a week, trying a different brand each time, and of course saving the ones I love most for when family come by. 6 months ago I had the opportunity to be in Las Vegas, for a wedding, and found a bourbon bar there, I was determined to try some stuff I could not find at home. I did Wellers 12, and was done in with the flavor. then I got curious about how it compared with the Pappy I had a year earlier, so I splurged on a Pappy 15, I was a little disappointed, but ecstatic that I can sometimes get a Weller 12 here, or at the chain liquor store in a nearby town.
Thank you for taking the time to educate and share your thoughts. I'm far from a bourbon expert, but I never get into the 'is it worth it?' discussion because it's so subjective and really depends on how much money you have and are willing to spend. If you really love it, but aren't willing to part with the money it's hard for me to say that it's not worth it. It's just that you either can't afford it or you value other things in life that spending that much money is prohibitive to you. I would just say that unless you can find a cheaper alternative and can't taste the difference between the two, then you should look elsewhere and save your money. But if that's not the case then it's one of a kind. I've never had the earlier versions of the 20 year Pappy but the more recent versions I was a bit underwhelmed. Kinda had a bitter taste to it. Love the 12-year Lot B. Thank you so much for the recommendations comparable to Lot B. I'll have to try them out.
I hold the same view of "worth" as you. If someone has millions of dollars of disposable income who values their time more than money, it means nothing to them to spend the cash on an "overpriced" bottle for the experience. I hope the recommendations are to your liking!
@@richiehunt5097 To be honest the hunting in KY is not so good. Everyone who goes to the trail hunts, so the shelves are picked over. Lots of single barrels and a few KY only products, but no allocated bottles.
I want to thank you so much for all of the history that you bring to your talks. Unabashed,free of bias (pallet excluded) that you give to us for objective review and consideration. Your inclusiveness is second to none.
I truly appreciate that! I am super interested in history. It makes it more fun for me to drink something and know it's back story. I figure if I like it there must be some other people who do too, so I record the content that I would have wanted to see before I did all the research to distill it down (pun intended) for the next person. Cheers!
I don't know how you got through that last segment without crying, cause I didn't. I loved what the Buffalo Trace guy said in the "Neat" documentary. It was something to the effect that bourbon is about the people not the whiskey. I love how we can get into the science, economics, and down to micro levels but then zoom out and have perspective on what matters. Your knowledge of bourbon is amazing but it's the love that made me want to write a long ass response. I don't know you, but I love you too.
To be honest Freddis was a major impact on my bourbon philosophy. I was lucky enough to interview him face to face and tell him about it. th-cam.com/video/6iRguJfKUV8/w-d-xo.html I love you too brother!
Randy, sorry for the delayed comment, but I just got caught up with all your videos for this year and am now going backwards because of the quality of your posts. This and the video on secondary markets and the pricing procedures was beyond excellent. Your knowledge, speech and succinctness is a welcome addition to the bourbon channels. Keep making these Op-Eds.
Thank you so much Joe. I am a bit obsessed with history and nerdy bits of knowledge, so I just make content that I would have wanted to see. Then I just have to wait for the people who like the things I Iike to find it! Thanks for the sub!
ding ding ding ding ding!!! The point around 18:13 mark is solid regarding PVW. Thanks for giving the alternatives. Problem in my area is I think the Bourbon fans saw this video and scooped up the age alternatives.
Almost 52 years old, and I am a whisk(e)y/bourbon/rye neophyte, with nary a year under my belt. When others looked to craft during the lockdowns, I went with training in spirits😆. I became drawn to this SPECIFICALLY for the education, the history, the flavor exploration & to build opportunities to have shared experiences with others. I am in awe, sometimes, at the community that gathers for the love of this spirit. I look forward to growing, within this community, and I appreciate finding people, like you, to learn from. Here's to health, prosperity, and peace of mind for us all...🥃cheers!!!
@@BourbonRealTalk I would, but I don’t do the Facebook/Twitter/Instagram rodeo…Right now, I just subscribe to TH-cam channels I like, and try to build opportunities to learn about the world’s offerings through friends, work vendors, Patreon Barrel Picks, and anyone that will ship to Alaska without breaking me😎
At a restaurant recently, I had, for the first time, the 12 year Van Winkle Special Reserve and I enjoyed smelling it almost more than drinking it. It was worth every penny. Since buying the whole bottle looks like it'd be north of $1k, I really appreciate these alternatives. Great video.
I think if you go into it with the right expectations you can enjoy it, but if you expect too much you will be disappointed. Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
Hey Randy, just found your channel. Without going into a lot of detail, we have few things in common. I'm so glad I stuck around til the end. Best wishes!
My first time tuning in to your podcasts. I admire your knowledge about Bourbon and the conversational style that you have to convey it. More impressive is who you are and why you do this. You are a good man and now I'm a fan.
Good video. Really thoughtful. Analytical. Reasonable. Measured. And then you got to the last 2 mins and hit it out of the park. It’s worth remembering: this is about experience. Discovery. Enjoyment. And so much more so with others. Connect.
Your sign off made me a subscriber. I have seen your videos and always enjoyed them. I am not super curious about Pappys but was curious about your thoughts on Pappy alternatives when this showed on my feed. Never tried Pappys but agree w your quality alternatives. That being said, your sign off hit my core. Lost someone I loved dearly to suicide when I was a teen, 40 YAGO. When you mentioned you want people to feel connected and loved you verbalized what I have felt and worked towards my whole life. You also are loved. I love you. Do good and good will return to you. Abundant good awaits you my friend. Appreciate you greatly. 😊
So I loved the content, shared it with some of my close friends. Then I got completely blindsided by your end message and got even more excited by your “purpose”. Great stuff man, I’m subscribed and recommending to a whole mess of others! Keep up the good work. Be the good.
This was a great video until the end … Then it got even better! Appreciate the message. I’m so sick of hearing people online say terrible things about people they don’t even know. I feel like the media wants to sew division. Not that anybody should care, but I used to be a Mormon. One of the things the church does right is a program called home teaching where you are assigned a random family to check in on periodically to make sure they’re doing OK. These are usually people you might not ever get to know otherwise. I got to know many wonderful people through that program and am deeply thankful for that experience. That taught me that if we just visited with folks periodically we would learn to love each other a bit more.
I used to be racist and homophobic. Getting to know people wiped out all the preconceived notions that I picked up from my environment as a kid. Now I love everyone! That is why whiskey is so powerful. It brings people together and lowers peoples inhibitions enough to be vulnerable with each other, and the next thing you know you like someone you would have never talked to otherwise! Thank you for watching!
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. I hope this helps you heal as much as it might help others. Lot's of great information. I especially like the reminder that drinking bourbon is about the experience and although you didn't use these words, not about the price. All the best. I just hit the subscribe button.
Just watched this video, my first of one of yours and I learned more about Bourbon in this one video than the the last 50 I watched. Since I am a fan of wheated Bourbons your opinion and your selections will be noted at looked for in my shopping. But your honesty and devotion to the memory of your brother and basic humanity pushed me over the edge made me a fan. The dogs at the end confirmed it. I’m a subscriber, a fan and will look forward to all of your videos. Thanks.
The diminishing returns above $60 are substantial. If it were just based on flavor I wouldn't drink much that is more than $60, but I have other reasons to chase bottles besided flavor.
I listened to one of your podcasts not too long ago and completely forgot to try to find you on TH-cam. When you went through the show philosophy it just really hit me in a good way. Sad to hear your story of why, but really love that you were able to turn it into something he would be proud of. Thank you! And thank you for the history lesson and alternatives to pappy!
Thank you for your kind words and for checking out our podcast and videos. We are happy to hear that our show philosophy resonated with you and that you enjoyed the history lesson and alternatives to Pappy. Is there a particular whiskey or topic you would like us to cover in a future episode?
Great piece...really enjoyed your presentation! I can strongly relate on the loss of your brother as I have lost 2 close friends and fortunately recognized issues with my son and we've able to intervene. God bless...
I still have a bottle of the original 107 style bottle and since i can get the red and green pretty easy i’ll keep that old one until such a time as i can’t get the newer ones.
Last Old Fitz I saw was 1100$ here in the Dallas area. But I’m definitely with you on older bourbon. I’m finding that I enjoy a 10 or 12 year much more that a 15 or older. My very favorite rye has been the Whistle Pig 12 year. Nice video well put content.
Great video, and great recommendations! The majority of the folks paying secondary prices for these Pappy bottles aren’t buying to consume. Just to have a trophy on their shelf. I had the opportunity to try the Pappy 15 and 20, and is nowhere near the price of secondary. Definitely a really nice experience, but not at the price point. You hit the mail on the head with the experience. You can enjoy any bottle when you’re with the right people that you love and care about. Cheers, and thanks for the video!
I'm at the point where I'm just not chasing much. I've found so many good bottles are on the shelf that even those are hard to narrow down. If I run across something hard to find I might grab it, but man the shelves are stocked with such good stuff.
Couldn't agree more. That is why I recommending RR, KC, EC, 4R at the end. I think people can have just as good an experience with a shelf bourbon if they put their minds to it. Cheers!
@@BourbonRealTalk RR SB is so easy to find and easily one of the best whiskeys on the market. And it's only around $65. But hunting is kind of fun I'll admit. Was lucky enough to get a bottle of A Midwinter's Night Dram last week for $99. It's amazing...and can only be obtained through hunting...or paying $500.
Randy first time I saw this video. Great content and totally agree with you thoughts. I shared an Old VW 10 with friends and it was a great experience but have to say the W107 is just as good. Keep it up and really like your channel.
Sorry to hear that. I have so many single barrels to buy from SSW that I don't shop often for some of the regular daily drinkers, so I am unsure if that is happening in my market.
I remember seeing Pappy of some variety a long time ago. on a shelf. In the grocery store! Price was around $80 and I thought that was too expensive at the time. lol If only I had known.
Who would have thought that a time machine would result in people using it to buy whiskey...maybe bit coin instead and then you could buy all the PVW you wanted 😂
Living just outside the Bardstown area there was a huge hullabaloo when an entire warehouse came up empty at Buffalo Trace a few years ago. Still occasional discussions about whether or not it was an inside job. Many pours of Pappy were gone forever.
Great video, glad I stumbled on your channel. I just wish could find Weller products where I live. My only comment was I thought I.W. Harper was a Stitzel-Weller/Bulleit product.
Well shit! I don’t remember what I said. Probably HH. It is actually Diageo. I likely shared inaccurate information by mistake. I am sorry. Diageo does own bulliet, the site of the now defunct stitzel weller distillery. So you are right and I am wrong. Thank you for pointing this out.
@@BourbonRealTalk hahaha no worries. The amount of bourbon knowledge you know just on the spot is impressive. I would probably mix things all the time. Cheers.
Just found your channel and subscribed. I’m located in east Texas and just really starting to get serious about bourbon. I appreciate your knowledge and especially loved your sign off - I feel like bringing folks together is my bourbon philosophy as well. Looking forward to watching a few more of your shows brother!
Great video and info. Unfortunately, I never have been able to find or taste and Pappy or VanWinkle product in spite of having over 125 whisky's (Bourbon, Rye & Scotch). Fortunately, I have most of you alternatives. The only thing that I wanted to mention is that regular Old Fitzgerald if available and very cheap. I think you were referencing the more difficult versions to find. Just wanted to clarify. Have a very Merry Christmas and all the best to you and your family in the New Year. The same to all of you out there!
Just starting to learn about whiskey or whisky. Have a small bar and been wanting to change it into a great mini whisky bar in this area. Learning a lot. I want 4 roses small batch now. As least have a nice as mall good variety.
The first time I listen until the end and heard the story. In addition to the great content, the purpose for the channel now has me hooked. Love the love! #don’tstopkeepgoing
I like Willett Pot Still Reserve also a wheated Bourbon (recent 2021), I also like Wheler special Reserve and Makers Mark, I never tried Pappy Van Winkle to compare, I do like Russell Reserve both single barrel and the 10 year 90 proof, Nobb creek 9 is good, Woodford Reserve is good, I tend to like wheated Bourbon and low rye. I travel Texas to Cleveland Ohio, both ways 2 times a year and stop and tour many of the distilleries. I like Rebel [Yell] at Lux Row.
Very informative. Although I quit drinking hard liquor years ago, I still apricate a quality small batch and what goes in it to make it so good. Thanks...
So sorry to hear about your brother, tragic. You are correct, if someone is depressed I always tell them to find a hobby they love and connect with others who have the same interests.
Here's a fun story. 4 or 5 years ago I raised a stink about a big liquor store price gouging on 12 year lot b. I got an eager liquor distributor to bring the hammer down on the store and end result was i became the benefactor of a free bottle of lot b that was purchased at the marked up price as sort of a sting. Was enjoyed by my wedding party before I tied the knot. The details of the story make it very memorable.
That is an awesome story. Truth is distributors are prohibited by law from doing anything to a retailer for their pricing...but a lot of things happen like that. Distributors are not allowed to use inducements like buy 20 cases of Wheatley Vodka to get a bottle of PVW, but it happens every day.
@@BourbonRealTalk Preston from the family was involved and everything was done on the up and up, I didn't describe it well enough to keep most details limited. Thank you for this video you put out. I look forward to trying some of these based on your descriptions and what I'm looking for.
This was a fantastic episode brother! I'm new to the channel but I'm sold. Great message at the end. Thank you for the honesty and thoughtful insights. You've just picked up a fan for life. Cheers from Texas!
Excellent Job Randy. Glad you mentioned Knob Creek. I love the 12 year but I think the 9 year single barrel reserve is even better. Some people get caught up in the fact it's made at the same place that makes Jim Beam
Thank you for you great review and rundown of some outstanding bourbons...I was very moved by you ending. G-d Bless you and your family. May your brother Rest in Peace
Just found your channel. Loved the education about Pappy's and learning about the alternatives but the end of the video where you opened your soul to complete strangers and promoted community...dude, huge props and respect.
Thank you! Many people think bourbon is about getting drunk, but bourbon is really about bringing people together. Thank you for supporting the channel. Cheers!
Great conversation about alternatives to those unobtainable bottles. I am very found of how good the Maker's 101 is. I want to try the I.W. Harper 15 next, it is a Diageo product not Heaven Hill.
I work in a large liquor store and have never even seen a bottle. One of my coworkers and her husband managed to lay their hands on a bottle of Pappy and told me they wished they had sold it, to them it was disappointing. I myself am a lowbrow Knob Creek and Wild Turkey lover, only crazy people would pay the ridiculous prices allocated bourbon goes for now.
If you open a bottle of pappy solely because you think the flavor is going to be worth it you will be disappointed. I myself have bought a bottle of PVW20 at retail. I opened it that day. I knew I would not like the flavor. I was right. I gave it away in 1/8th ounce pours over about 2 years. 150-200 people got to try PVW20 for free because of me. That was worth far more to me than the $1,200 I could have made at the time if I had sold it. I didn't need the money. I wanted the experience of sharing it with others. If you have a bigger reason than flavor (usually experience) then you will be happy with pappy.
Thank you for taking me to school on the lore, construction, and similarities within bourbons that would be similar to VanWinkle products. Additionally, thanks to your channel for making videos about personal connection between themselves and others. Positive Stuff.
Another in depth review to get us all thinking. I really enjoy all of the alternative choices, it’s about the experience that makes the bottle something special. Love the new sign brother! SSW!
I usually do not detect that in bourbon aged in KY until 10-12 years old. Knob Creek and ECBP come to mind. Hope that helps. If you would like to have a deeper discussion with the community I would like to personally invite you to join our free member group. facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity
This is my first time viewing one of your videos. Great topic. I get a lot of suggestions for bourbons to try from videos like yours. Thanks. So sorry to hear about your brother. What a great message and way to close your video. Be well.
Hi Randy, this is the first time I come across your channel. Thank you for your message 🙏 it sparked some inspiration in me to pass the love around. Thank you.
So glad! We have a free member community to encourage people to use whiskey for good. I even have challenge coins ordered to give away to those who help spread good vibes. If you are interested I would like to personally invite you. facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity
I just got into bourbon and I can say, unequivocally, you are the best!!! Yes, it is an experience. It is an AMERICAN experience which is truly spiritual!
WOW first episode watched and now I’m a subscriber! Thank you for the quality information, i wondered about a lot of what you broke down in terms of pappy, the origin, and naming conventions. I’m happy to know i already have a bunch of your alternatives in the cabinet since i haven’t been able to taste any van winkle product yet. But i love your message, i appreciate the community and camaraderie of whiskey as well! And last but not least, my deepest condolences for your loss
This video popped up on my feed and so glad it did. Great vid. Loved the history, alternative choices and ending messages. We need more love in the world. Cheers 🥃
Just came across your channel. I really love your message. Sorry about your brother. I love you too and your deep knowledge. With I have a neighbor like you.
Awesome message at the end, my friend. I’ve become a serious bourbon drinker in the past year and I’m always looking for something new to add to my bar. Some of the bourbons you mentioned and your final message are definitely in my collection.
Glad you enjoyed it. In the spirit of connectedness we would like to invite you to the facebook based group Bourbon Real Talk Community. This is a space to learn, discuss the show, suggest show topics, have deeper in depth discussions, get free merchandise, get free swag and samples, purchase barrel picks, support charities, coordinate in person events, etc. Please head over to FB and search for Bourbon Real Talk Community, or click the link below to join. facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity/
This was a great episode and the first I've seen. I don't access to any bourbon in any Pappy line because I'm disabled and don't have the income in addition to the fact that it's usually over-priced and most places don't carry it. It feels good to know that there are so many other bourbons out there that are more affordable, easier to find, and offer a great drinking experience. I'm so sorry about your brother.
@@BourbonRealTalk I am a Blanton's fan and have a good relationship with some liquor store managers so it's not impossible for me to get a bottle at MSRP, BUT I have a bottle and a back up and usually pass on opportunities hoping that someone who's never got the chance to own a bottle will get their opportunity. I only have three heavy hitters on my bourbon bucket list and doubt I'll ever get to taste them due to price and availability. That said, I'm very happy with my bourbon collection. A little curious about OF 1897 and 1792 Full Proof, but I'd rather taste them first and they're not on my bucket list. Lastly, I LOVE this channel. Just found it a few days and have been watching lots of the videos. Well done! Cheers!
@@michelerivera6183 Recommend you try anything new at a bar before you invest in a whole bottle. Have you joined our member community? facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity?
@@BourbonRealTalk totally just joined the FB group! There aren't many bourbon choices at bars where I am (MA) and I'm disabled so getting around isn't always an easy thing. On top of all that is Covid, so my wife and I aren't going out much anyway for safety reasons. It's too cold for outdoor dining/drinks. Ideally, I would try things first at bars but bc of my disability, it's way easier (and sometimes more financially logically) if I just buy a bottle.
For last Christmas, received Double Eagle very rare from my exec team from State BT folks..... what is the difference with that to the other PVW and Weller and the antique collections ? Thank u
PVW, Weller, BTAC, and DEVR are all made at Buffalo Trace. BTAC is Eagle Rare 17, George T Stagg, William Larue Weller, Thomas H Handy, and Sazerac 18. BT has 3 bourbon mashbills. PVW and all Wellers are the wheated mashbill. DEVR, ER17, GTS are all BT mashbill 1 (lower rye content). You didn't mention any but BT mashbill 2 (higher rye content) is what Blanton's, Rock Hill Farms, Elmer T Lee, etc are made from. They only have one rye mashbill and that is what Saz18 and THH are made from. There are MANY brands made from these 4 mashbills and the only difference between all of them is age in the barrel, some minor differences in aging warehouse location, and the proof it is bottled at. Hope this helps! Enjoy that DEVR! It is one of the rarest bottles of whiskey released in modern times!
Thanks for all the great information. I will try the Maker's 101, I really enjoy the 46. Larceny is a regular pour for me. I'm still trying to find Old Fritzgerald for my price point.
The distillery only Old Fitz was amazing, but the whole bottle got drained filming the bourbon and steak pairing video. Good food and good friends, not a bad way to lose such a good bottle.
Was able to get quite a few on this list! Ol fitz 8&9, Elijah Craig 18yr, larceny barrel proof, 4- weller antique 107, 2- weller 12, 2 weller special reserve, 1 cypb! Also, Russell's 13 and staggJr. EC12yr
You right on with Larceny.. It’s a lil spicy and you can smell the alcohol first when I opened it first time. The cheap Four Roses ( not the single barrel or the other one) is the best sub to WL Weller SR that I have found. They taste exactly the same to me. But they have marked up Buffalo Trace in my area so much, I’m always looking for an everyday.. I stay away from Basil Hayden and Woodford..
@@BourbonRealTalk what’s the closest thing to WL Weller special reserve besides Buffalo Trace you have found. Big Blantons and Buffalo Trace fan but I can’t afford Blantons and Buffalo Trace is marked up so much it’s almost not worth it anymore.
@@jeremyfortune7274 WSR is a wheated bourbon, so it is softer, lacking in spice, and has a citrus note in the mid palate. To replicate it you would need another wheater. The obvious answer would be Maker's Mark, Larceny, Rebel Yell, or Redemption, but I have to admit I do not think any of those taste similar to WSR. Those that would be closer would be 1792 Sweet Wheat, Old Fitzgerald, Jefferson Oceans Wheated bourbon, but those are not in the same price point and may be harder to find. I would not try to find something that tastes like it. I would try to find something that I enjoy as much. That is a much easier task. Hope that helps.
Great ending message 👏 👏👏👏 I lost a friend to suicide, she was in a lot of physical pain and chose not to hurt anymore. I have always wondered if it was that or the longterm side effects of the meds...either way she is missed.
For me..I was turned on to Kentucky Par on my honeymoon and that hits everything for me and stands in my cabinet dead center top shelf and has been shared with my dearest friends.
Someone else recommended it to me. It isn't sold in TX. I had a member who is a friend pick one up for me at The Party Source in KY. I like it a lot, but I am pretty sure it is 1792 sourced from Barton Distillery.
Being someone who suffers from PTSD and Depression, I can say you’re 100% correct. I listen to these to get through some dark thoughts, while enjoying a glass.
I pray that I can be of some help to you in the future, and that any influence I can bring will inspire others to do the same. I love you, and thank you for sharing!
Hey brother, Marine vet here. I'm here for you anytime. Please reach out if I can ever help.
God bless you men and your channel. Let’s get this!
I have pretty severe depression myself thank God I don’t have suicidal thoughts.
Prayers and love to you!
@@BourbonRealTalkprayers brother
The best descriptions of the Van Winkle genre I've seen. I love Bourbon. I drank Scotch exclusively for 40 years until I moved to the South 13 years ago and got caught up in the history, legacy, romance and the uniquely American story of Bourbon. Several of my "Scotch Only" friends have also transitioned to Bourbon. As I educated myself on the various production methods of whiskeys, I quickly formed my opinion that, as a result of only using malted barley in its mash bill, scotch would have to rely on the barrels for flavor. Whereas Bourbon, on the other hand, has a variety of mash bills utilizing various grains which will impart unique flavors before the whiskey ever reaches the barrel. I've had the pleasure of touring a number of distilleries during my bourbon journey. I have to say that Wild Turkey and Buffalo Trace are my personal favorites. Thank you for what you do.
Randy. I’m blown away by your messaging at the end of the video. Thank you for for your intentional decision to be a force for good. I’m sincerely inspired to love on other people. Thank you.
Wow, thank you! Butterfly effect! It can be mathematically proven that the flap of a butterfly wing in Africa can be the start of a hurricane in the Caribbean. Maybe if we all work together we can make a hurricane of good love and acceptance! Cheers!
On the day of my wife's memorial service, a friend brought over a Pappy 23. It was fantastic, but thinking back you are right part of it may well have been the occasion, just a few of the bourbon drinkers my family gathered in my den. I live in a rural community, and it is difficult to get really special bourbon here, but I buy a bottle of bourbon once a week, trying a different brand each time, and of course saving the ones I love most for when family come by. 6 months ago I had the opportunity to be in Las Vegas, for a wedding, and found a bourbon bar there, I was determined to try some stuff I could not find at home. I did Wellers 12, and was done in with the flavor. then I got curious about how it compared with the Pappy I had a year earlier, so I splurged on a Pappy 15, I was a little disappointed, but ecstatic that I can sometimes get a Weller 12 here, or at the chain liquor store in a nearby town.
First, I am sorry for your loss. My Van Winkle Experience has been similar to yours. It is good, but not so much better that the hype makes sense.
Thank you for taking the time to educate and share your thoughts. I'm far from a bourbon expert, but I never get into the 'is it worth it?' discussion because it's so subjective and really depends on how much money you have and are willing to spend. If you really love it, but aren't willing to part with the money it's hard for me to say that it's not worth it. It's just that you either can't afford it or you value other things in life that spending that much money is prohibitive to you. I would just say that unless you can find a cheaper alternative and can't taste the difference between the two, then you should look elsewhere and save your money. But if that's not the case then it's one of a kind.
I've never had the earlier versions of the 20 year Pappy but the more recent versions I was a bit underwhelmed. Kinda had a bitter taste to it. Love the 12-year Lot B. Thank you so much for the recommendations comparable to Lot B. I'll have to try them out.
I hold the same view of "worth" as you. If someone has millions of dollars of disposable income who values their time more than money, it means nothing to them to spend the cash on an "overpriced" bottle for the experience.
I hope the recommendations are to your liking!
@@BourbonRealTalk Absolutely. Learning a lot. Now I have a temptation to go to Kentucky and do some bourbon hunting. :)
@@richiehunt5097 To be honest the hunting in KY is not so good. Everyone who goes to the trail hunts, so the shelves are picked over. Lots of single barrels and a few KY only products, but no allocated bottles.
@@BourbonRealTalk Wisdom!
I want to thank you so much for all of the history that you bring to your talks. Unabashed,free of bias (pallet excluded) that you give to us for objective review and consideration. Your inclusiveness is second to none.
I truly appreciate that! I am super interested in history. It makes it more fun for me to drink something and know it's back story. I figure if I like it there must be some other people who do too, so I record the content that I would have wanted to see before I did all the research to distill it down (pun intended) for the next person. Cheers!
I don't know how you got through that last segment without crying, cause I didn't. I loved what the Buffalo Trace guy said in the "Neat" documentary. It was something to the effect that bourbon is about the people not the whiskey. I love how we can get into the science, economics, and down to micro levels but then zoom out and have perspective on what matters. Your knowledge of bourbon is amazing but it's the love that made me want to write a long ass response. I don't know you, but I love you too.
To be honest Freddis was a major impact on my bourbon philosophy. I was lucky enough to interview him face to face and tell him about it.
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I love you too brother!
Randy, sorry for the delayed comment, but I just got caught up with all your videos for this year and am now going backwards because of the quality of your posts. This and the video on secondary markets and the pricing procedures was beyond excellent. Your knowledge, speech and succinctness is a welcome addition to the bourbon channels. Keep making these Op-Eds.
Thank you so much Joe. I am a bit obsessed with history and nerdy bits of knowledge, so I just make content that I would have wanted to see. Then I just have to wait for the people who like the things I Iike to find it! Thanks for the sub!
@@BourbonRealTalk Again, just excellent work. Tasting is subjective but history is (typically) factual and sustainable.
ding ding ding ding ding!!! The point around 18:13 mark is solid regarding PVW. Thanks for giving the alternatives. Problem in my area is I think the Bourbon fans saw this video and scooped up the age alternatives.
KC9, WT101, 4RSmB, EC, EWBiB, OF1920 are all I really need (plus a few others I am sure I overlooked.). All readily available in my area.
I hear you Randy! Love First. Hate is exhausting. I am happy I found this channel.
Thanks for the visit!
Thanks so much Randy. This really helps the little guy like me who doesn't have the resources to get Pappy. You're a good man.
Glad to help. Thank you for supporting the channel!
Almost 52 years old, and I am a whisk(e)y/bourbon/rye neophyte, with nary a year under my belt. When others looked to craft during the lockdowns, I went with training in spirits😆. I became drawn to this SPECIFICALLY for the education, the history, the flavor exploration & to build opportunities to have shared experiences with others. I am in awe, sometimes, at the community that gathers for the love of this spirit. I look forward to growing, within this community, and I appreciate finding people, like you, to learn from. Here's to health, prosperity, and peace of mind for us all...🥃cheers!!!
I'll drink to that! Have you joined our member community? facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity/
@@BourbonRealTalk I would, but I don’t do the Facebook/Twitter/Instagram rodeo…Right now, I just subscribe to TH-cam channels I like, and try to build opportunities to learn about the world’s offerings through friends, work vendors, Patreon Barrel Picks, and anyone that will ship to Alaska without breaking me😎
Well said dude. I’m truly sorry for ur loss. it’s a pain and part of ur heart that can never be filled again bro.
Thank you!
At a restaurant recently, I had, for the first time, the 12 year Van Winkle Special Reserve and I enjoyed smelling it almost more than drinking it. It was worth every penny. Since buying the whole bottle looks like it'd be north of $1k, I really appreciate these alternatives. Great video.
I think if you go into it with the right expectations you can enjoy it, but if you expect too much you will be disappointed. Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
Great closing message. Sorry for your loss. Thank you for your content and your insight.
Thank you, and thank you for supporting the channel!
Hey Randy, just found your channel. Without going into a lot of detail, we have few things in common. I'm so glad I stuck around til the end. Best wishes!
I am sorry for your loss. Glad we found each other. Cheers!
I’m glad you made the connection between the Van Winkle 12 and the ECSB and I completely agree. It is a very similar experience.
I am glad you enjoyed the video!
My first time tuning in to your podcasts. I admire your knowledge about Bourbon and the conversational style that you have to convey it. More impressive is who you are and why you do this. You are a good man and now I'm a fan.
Thank you for the kind words! If you have not done so already I recommend you join facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity
@@BourbonRealTalk Thank's, Randy. I just submitted my request to join.
@@bobbarry179 I just approved you! Welcome to the community!
@@BourbonRealTalk Thank you, Randy.
Good video. Really thoughtful. Analytical. Reasonable. Measured. And then you got to the last 2 mins and hit it out of the park. It’s worth remembering: this is about experience. Discovery. Enjoyment. And so much more so with others. Connect.
Thank you!
Great message at the end, Randy. Very informative watch too. Great way to start off a Sunday! Cheers.
Thank you kindly!
Your sign off made me a subscriber. I have seen your videos and always enjoyed them. I am not super curious about Pappys but was curious about your thoughts on Pappy alternatives when this showed on my feed. Never tried Pappys but agree w your quality alternatives. That being said, your sign off hit my core. Lost someone I loved dearly to suicide when I was a teen, 40 YAGO. When you mentioned you want people to feel connected and loved you verbalized what I have felt and worked towards my whole life. You also are loved. I love you. Do good and good will return to you. Abundant good awaits you my friend. Appreciate you greatly. 😊
I love you too my friend! Thank you for supporting the channel!
Maybe it’s the bourbon talking but your sign off hit me in the feels. Great episode!
Bourbon feels are a thing! Cheers!
So I loved the content, shared it with some of my close friends. Then I got completely blindsided by your end message and got even more excited by your “purpose”. Great stuff man, I’m subscribed and recommending to a whole mess of others! Keep up the good work. Be the good.
Awesome, thank you! I truly appreciate you supporting the channel and the mission! Cheers!
Great video. I loved the Pappy analysis, but the absolute high point was the why you started the channel, well done. Peace unto you sir.
Thank you! And thank you for supporting the channel!
First time visitor to your channel (from U.K.) loved this video, great history and recommendations, plus very important message at the end 👍🏻
Love getting feedback from foreign viewers. Thank you for supporting the channel!
This was a great video until the end … Then it got even better! Appreciate the message. I’m so sick of hearing people online say terrible things about people they don’t even know. I feel like the media wants to sew division. Not that anybody should care, but I used to be a Mormon. One of the things the church does right is a program called home teaching where you are assigned a random family to check in on periodically to make sure they’re doing OK. These are usually people you might not ever get to know otherwise. I got to know many wonderful people through that program and am deeply thankful for that experience. That taught me that if we just visited with folks periodically we would learn to love each other a bit more.
I used to be racist and homophobic. Getting to know people wiped out all the preconceived notions that I picked up from my environment as a kid. Now I love everyone! That is why whiskey is so powerful. It brings people together and lowers peoples inhibitions enough to be vulnerable with each other, and the next thing you know you like someone you would have never talked to otherwise! Thank you for watching!
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. I hope this helps you heal as much as it might help others. Lot's of great information. I especially like the reminder that drinking bourbon is about the experience and although you didn't use these words, not about the price. All the best. I just hit the subscribe button.
I never really thought about it but I guess this is therapeutic for me. Thank you for the support! Cheers!
I am new to the bourbon craze, and love hearing knowledge from people about bourbon. You seem to be one SOLID dude Randy. Thanks for the video!
I appreciate that! Thank you for watching!
Just watched this video, my first of one of yours and I learned more about Bourbon in this one video than the the last 50 I watched. Since I am a fan of wheated Bourbons your opinion and your selections will be noted at looked for in my shopping. But your honesty and devotion to the memory of your brother and basic humanity pushed me over the edge made me a fan. The dogs at the end confirmed it. I’m a subscriber, a fan and will look forward to all of your videos. Thanks.
This warmed my heart. Thank you for subscribing and I aim to make as valuable of content for you in the future!
I'm a 60 dollar top man. My bud's evidently don't work good enough🤣🤣🤣 at the end you mentioned some AWESOME bottles
The diminishing returns above $60 are substantial. If it were just based on flavor I wouldn't drink much that is more than $60, but I have other reasons to chase bottles besided flavor.
I listened to one of your podcasts not too long ago and completely forgot to try to find you on TH-cam. When you went through the show philosophy it just really hit me in a good way. Sad to hear your story of why, but really love that you were able to turn it into something he would be proud of. Thank you! And thank you for the history lesson and alternatives to pappy!
Thank you for your kind words and for checking out our podcast and videos. We are happy to hear that our show philosophy resonated with you and that you enjoyed the history lesson and alternatives to Pappy. Is there a particular whiskey or topic you would like us to cover in a future episode?
First time watcher of your channel. Great message at the end of the show. Wish more people could be like that.
Thanks and welcome
Great piece...really enjoyed your presentation! I can strongly relate on the loss of your brother as I have lost 2 close friends and fortunately recognized issues with my son and we've able to intervene. God bless...
Thank you for watching. I'm so sorry for your loss, and I'm thankful you were able to step in in time with your son.
Thank you for your kindness! Very much appreciated
You are so welcome. Thank you for watching!
I still have a bottle of the original 107 style bottle and since i can get the red and green pretty easy i’ll keep that old one until such a time as i can’t get the newer ones.
I used to buy 1.75L of that and it was my daily drinker. It has been a couple of years since I tried it, but I sure do remember thinking it was great!
Last Old Fitz I saw was 1100$ here in the Dallas area. But I’m definitely with you on older bourbon. I’m finding that I enjoy a 10 or 12 year much more that a 15 or older. My very favorite rye has been the Whistle Pig 12 year. Nice video well put content.
Thank you for watching!
Great video, and great recommendations! The majority of the folks paying secondary prices for these Pappy bottles aren’t buying to consume. Just to have a trophy on their shelf. I had the opportunity to try the Pappy 15 and 20, and is nowhere near the price of secondary. Definitely a really nice experience, but not at the price point. You hit the mail on the head with the experience. You can enjoy any bottle when you’re with the right people that you love and care about. Cheers, and thanks for the video!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I'm at the point where I'm just not chasing much. I've found so many good bottles are on the shelf that even those are hard to narrow down. If I run across something hard to find I might grab it, but man the shelves are stocked with such good stuff.
Couldn't agree more. That is why I recommending RR, KC, EC, 4R at the end. I think people can have just as good an experience with a shelf bourbon if they put their minds to it. Cheers!
@@BourbonRealTalk RR SB is so easy to find and easily one of the best whiskeys on the market. And it's only around $65. But hunting is kind of fun I'll admit. Was lucky enough to get a bottle of A Midwinter's Night Dram last week for $99. It's amazing...and can only be obtained through hunting...or paying $500.
Randy first time I saw this video. Great content and totally agree with you thoughts. I shared an Old VW 10 with friends and it was a great experience but have to say the W107 is just as good. Keep it up and really like your channel.
Thanks for sharing! I gave those two side by side with a couple of enthusiasts yesterday and one prefered the Weller.
Great information. I love Russell's 10. Unfortunately, it's becoming harder to find and more expensive in my area.
Sorry to hear that. I have so many single barrels to buy from SSW that I don't shop often for some of the regular daily drinkers, so I am unsure if that is happening in my market.
I remember seeing Pappy of some variety a long time ago. on a shelf. In the grocery store! Price was around $80 and I thought that was too expensive at the time. lol If only I had known.
Who would have thought that a time machine would result in people using it to buy whiskey...maybe bit coin instead and then you could buy all the PVW you wanted 😂
Living just outside the Bardstown area there was a huge hullabaloo when an entire warehouse came up empty at Buffalo Trace a few years ago. Still occasional discussions about whether or not it was an inside job. Many pours of Pappy were gone forever.
Darn great show! Thanks again for simplifying the awesome experience that is bourbon.
Our pleasure!
Just found this channel. New sub, love the bourbon history. Sorry to hear about your loss.
Great info Randy. Very informative. I appreciate all your research into whisky.
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, glad I stumbled on your channel. I just wish could find Weller products where I live. My only comment was I thought I.W. Harper was a Stitzel-Weller/Bulleit product.
Well shit! I don’t remember what I said. Probably HH. It is actually Diageo. I likely shared inaccurate information by mistake. I am sorry.
Diageo does own bulliet, the site of the now defunct stitzel weller distillery. So you are right and I am wrong. Thank you for pointing this out.
It is. I was just there last week and did a tasting.
@@BourbonRealTalk hahaha no worries. The amount of bourbon knowledge you know just on the spot is impressive. I would probably mix things all the time. Cheers.
I found this video soo spell bound. Randy was so easy to listen to.
Appreciate that!
Just found your channel and subscribed. I’m located in east Texas and just really starting to get serious about bourbon. I appreciate your knowledge and especially loved your sign off - I feel like bringing folks together is my bourbon philosophy as well. Looking forward to watching a few more of your shows brother!
Welcome aboard! I would strongly encourage you to join facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity
@@BourbonRealTalk just requested to join!
@@iamgeek246 I approved you
Great video and info. Unfortunately, I never have been able to find or taste and Pappy or VanWinkle product in spite of having over 125 whisky's (Bourbon, Rye & Scotch). Fortunately, I have most of you alternatives. The only thing that I wanted to mention is that regular Old Fitzgerald if available and very cheap. I think you were referencing the more difficult versions to find. Just wanted to clarify. Have a very Merry Christmas and all the best to you and your family in the New Year. The same to all of you out there!
Yes, I was referring to the age stated decanter series that is hard to find.
Just starting to learn about whiskey or whisky. Have a small bar and been wanting to change it into a great mini whisky bar in this area. Learning a lot. I want 4 roses small batch now. As least have a nice as mall good variety.
4RSmB is a good one.
The first time I listen until the end and heard the story. In addition to the great content, the purpose for the channel now has me hooked. Love the love! #don’tstopkeepgoing
I appreciate that! Cheers!
I like Willett Pot Still Reserve also a wheated Bourbon (recent 2021), I also like Wheler special Reserve and Makers Mark, I never tried Pappy Van Winkle to compare, I do like Russell Reserve both single barrel and the 10 year 90 proof, Nobb creek 9 is good, Woodford Reserve is good, I tend to like wheated Bourbon and low rye. I travel Texas to Cleveland Ohio, both ways 2 times a year and stop and tour many of the distilleries. I like Rebel [Yell] at Lux Row.
Nice!
Very informative. Although I quit drinking hard liquor years ago, I still apricate a quality small batch and what goes in it to make it so good. Thanks...
That's commendable!
Your extensive knowledge is always appealing.
Thank you! I just proficient in googling things :-)
So sorry to hear about your brother, tragic. You are correct, if someone is depressed I always tell them to find a hobby they love and connect with others who have the same interests.
Doing the best with what I have. Hope to encourage some people who need it!
Sorry to hear about your brother. Your philosophy is awesome, you got yourself a new fan. Cheers!
Thank you, and thank you for supporting the channel!
Here's a fun story. 4 or 5 years ago I raised a stink about a big liquor store price gouging on 12 year lot b. I got an eager liquor distributor to bring the hammer down on the store and end result was i became the benefactor of a free bottle of lot b that was purchased at the marked up price as sort of a sting. Was enjoyed by my wedding party before I tied the knot. The details of the story make it very memorable.
That is an awesome story. Truth is distributors are prohibited by law from doing anything to a retailer for their pricing...but a lot of things happen like that. Distributors are not allowed to use inducements like buy 20 cases of Wheatley Vodka to get a bottle of PVW, but it happens every day.
@@BourbonRealTalk Preston from the family was involved and everything was done on the up and up, I didn't describe it well enough to keep most details limited. Thank you for this video you put out. I look forward to trying some of these based on your descriptions and what I'm looking for.
This was a fantastic episode brother! I'm new to the channel but I'm sold. Great message at the end. Thank you for the honesty and thoughtful insights. You've just picked up a fan for life. Cheers from Texas!
Thank you, and thank you for supporting the channel! Cheers!
Excellent Job Randy. Glad you mentioned Knob Creek. I love the 12 year but I think the 9 year single barrel reserve is even better. Some people get caught up in the fact it's made at the same place that makes Jim Beam
I love all Beam products including regular Jim Beam. It isn't for sipping for me, but it has a place in my life. Cheers!
Thank you for you great review and rundown of some outstanding bourbons...I was very moved by you ending. G-d Bless you and your family. May your brother Rest in Peace
Thank you!
Just found your channel. Loved the education about Pappy's and learning about the alternatives but the end of the video where you opened your soul to complete strangers and promoted community...dude, huge props and respect.
Thank you! Many people think bourbon is about getting drunk, but bourbon is really about bringing people together. Thank you for supporting the channel. Cheers!
Great conversation about alternatives to those unobtainable bottles. I am very found of how good the Maker's 101 is. I want to try the I.W. Harper 15 next, it is a Diageo product not Heaven Hill.
I said the wrong producer. It is Diageo. Sorry about that.
Great video and message!
I work in a large liquor store and have never even seen a bottle. One of my coworkers and her husband managed to lay their hands on a bottle of Pappy and told me they wished they had sold it, to them it was disappointing. I myself am a lowbrow Knob Creek and Wild Turkey lover, only crazy people would pay the ridiculous prices allocated bourbon goes for now.
If you open a bottle of pappy solely because you think the flavor is going to be worth it you will be disappointed. I myself have bought a bottle of PVW20 at retail. I opened it that day. I knew I would not like the flavor. I was right. I gave it away in 1/8th ounce pours over about 2 years. 150-200 people got to try PVW20 for free because of me. That was worth far more to me than the $1,200 I could have made at the time if I had sold it. I didn't need the money. I wanted the experience of sharing it with others. If you have a bigger reason than flavor (usually experience) then you will be happy with pappy.
@@BourbonRealTalk Excellent point!
@@BourbonRealTalk Good on ya for spreading the love! Cheers!
Thank you for taking me to school on the lore, construction, and similarities within bourbons that would be similar to VanWinkle products. Additionally, thanks to your channel for making videos about personal connection between themselves and others. Positive Stuff.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Another in depth review to get us all thinking. I really enjoy all of the alternative choices, it’s about the experience that makes the bottle something special. Love the new sign brother! SSW!
Thanks for noticing! Cheers!
I am a huge fan of the leather and tobacco notes. what would you recomend for that?
I usually do not detect that in bourbon aged in KY until 10-12 years old. Knob Creek and ECBP come to mind. Hope that helps. If you would like to have a deeper discussion with the community I would like to personally invite you to join our free member group. facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity
@@BourbonRealTalk I have knob Creek 12 and do enjoy it. No EC at all though. Will check that out. Thank you! Requested to join group as well.
This is my first time viewing one of your videos. Great topic. I get a lot of suggestions for bourbons to try from videos like yours. Thanks. So sorry to hear about your brother. What a great message and way to close your video. Be well.
Thank you for watching!
That was a powerful send off. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Randy, this is the first time I come across your channel. Thank you for your message 🙏 it sparked some inspiration in me to pass the love around. Thank you.
So glad! We have a free member community to encourage people to use whiskey for good. I even have challenge coins ordered to give away to those who help spread good vibes. If you are interested I would like to personally invite you.
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First time watching. Great education, recommendations and information. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I just got into bourbon and I can say, unequivocally, you are the best!!! Yes, it is an experience. It is an AMERICAN experience which is truly spiritual!
Thank you for the kind words. Glad to be of help in your journey!
This was great! Loved your closing comments. Peace and blessings - and love - to you!
Thank you brother!
Great message at the end !! God bless you and your crew !!
Thank you! You too!
WOW first episode watched and now I’m a subscriber! Thank you for the quality information, i wondered about a lot of what you broke down in terms of pappy, the origin, and naming conventions. I’m happy to know i already have a bunch of your alternatives in the cabinet since i haven’t been able to taste any van winkle product yet. But i love your message, i appreciate the community and camaraderie of whiskey as well! And last but not least, my deepest condolences for your loss
Thank you for the condolences and thank you for supporting the channel! Cheers!
This video popped up on my feed and so glad it did. Great vid. Loved the history, alternative choices and ending messages. We need more love in the world.
Cheers 🥃
We can all do our part to spread a little more love
Thanks for the info. I agree with all of your alternatives. I wish I could find more of them here in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Some of them are hard to find everywhere. Just hared to find alternatives for such a sought after whiskey. Cheers!
Just came across your channel. I really love your message. Sorry about your brother. I love you too and your deep knowledge. With I have a neighbor like you.
Thank you for the encouragement and I appreciate your support. If you're looking to move I know a good realtor! LOL 😂
@BourbonRealTalk haha that is funny. And I think we have a lender as well. I'm a real estate investor so maybe I'll reach out one day.
Glenmorangie is a scotch, but it does have a hint of orange. Glenmorangie Signet also has the orange flavor along with chocolate.
Lindsey likes Glenmorangie.
I've tried all the Van Winkle and my favorite is the 10 and 15 yr. Also a big fan of E H Taylor small batch. More rye but smooth and drinkable.
My thought's exactly! Cheers!
New to all your videos but really respect your message at the end of your videos. God bless 🙏
Thanks so much for being here - we appreciate you taking the time to watch the channel!
Awesome message at the end, my friend. I’ve become a serious bourbon drinker in the past year and I’m always looking for something new to add to my bar. Some of the bourbons you mentioned and your final message are definitely in my collection.
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Outstanding video. Great presentation. EDUCATIONAL for sure.
Glad you liked it! Cheers!
Great information, as always. New to Bourbon but learning fast thanks to you....
Glad to help
I'm really sorry to hear about your brother. I think you're doing a great thing. Wonderful video
Thank you so much. Thank you for watching!
I agree that everybody has different tastes and there are a lot of available products that you can be happy with, you just have to find what you like.
Great outlook!
This was a great episode and the first I've seen. I don't access to any bourbon in any Pappy line because I'm disabled and don't have the income in addition to the fact that it's usually over-priced and most places don't carry it. It feels good to know that there are so many other bourbons out there that are more affordable, easier to find, and offer a great drinking experience. I'm so sorry about your brother.
Thank you for your condolences. We have another episode coming out about whiskeys to buy instead of Blanton's that you might find interesting.
@@BourbonRealTalk I am a Blanton's fan and have a good relationship with some liquor store managers so it's not impossible for me to get a bottle at MSRP, BUT I have a bottle and a back up and usually pass on opportunities hoping that someone who's never got the chance to own a bottle will get their opportunity. I only have three heavy hitters on my bourbon bucket list and doubt I'll ever get to taste them due to price and availability. That said, I'm very happy with my bourbon collection. A little curious about OF 1897 and 1792 Full Proof, but I'd rather taste them first and they're not on my bucket list. Lastly, I LOVE this channel. Just found it a few days and have been watching lots of the videos. Well done! Cheers!
@@michelerivera6183 Recommend you try anything new at a bar before you invest in a whole bottle. Have you joined our member community? facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity?
@@BourbonRealTalk totally just joined the FB group! There aren't many bourbon choices at bars where I am (MA) and I'm disabled so getting around isn't always an easy thing. On top of all that is Covid, so my wife and I aren't going out much anyway for safety reasons. It's too cold for outdoor dining/drinks. Ideally, I would try things first at bars but bc of my disability, it's way easier (and sometimes more financially logically) if I just buy a bottle.
You're a good solid speaker, knowledgeable and a good person. Love back.
I appreciate that! Thank you for watching!
For last Christmas, received Double Eagle very rare from my exec team from State BT folks..... what is the difference with that to the other PVW and Weller and the antique collections ? Thank u
PVW, Weller, BTAC, and DEVR are all made at Buffalo Trace. BTAC is Eagle Rare 17, George T Stagg, William Larue Weller, Thomas H Handy, and Sazerac 18. BT has 3 bourbon mashbills. PVW and all Wellers are the wheated mashbill. DEVR, ER17, GTS are all BT mashbill 1 (lower rye content). You didn't mention any but BT mashbill 2 (higher rye content) is what Blanton's, Rock Hill Farms, Elmer T Lee, etc are made from. They only have one rye mashbill and that is what Saz18 and THH are made from. There are MANY brands made from these 4 mashbills and the only difference between all of them is age in the barrel, some minor differences in aging warehouse location, and the proof it is bottled at. Hope this helps! Enjoy that DEVR! It is one of the rarest bottles of whiskey released in modern times!
I just started a collection of bourbons and just happen to love the Weller…I have zero experience in drinking I just like what I like
You don't have to be experienced to know what is good to you. Cheers!
Thank you for the great video, now following!
Awesome, thank you!
Well done again sir. You made me learn things. Keep up the great work
Awesome, thank you!
Thanks for all the great information. I will try the Maker's 101, I really enjoy the 46. Larceny is a regular pour for me. I'm still trying to find Old Fritzgerald for my price point.
The distillery only Old Fitz was amazing, but the whole bottle got drained filming the bourbon and steak pairing video. Good food and good friends, not a bad way to lose such a good bottle.
Good choice. Larceny is a best buy for the price.
Was able to get quite a few on this list! Ol fitz 8&9, Elijah Craig 18yr, larceny barrel proof, 4- weller antique 107, 2- weller 12, 2 weller special reserve, 1 cypb! Also, Russell's 13 and staggJr. EC12yr
All solid bourbons in my opinion. Cheers!
Ooftah, 15:40 was a major bally maneuver there. Agreed however. The Makers Mark 101, yup.
Cheers!
Randall, another great segment. In case you didn’t know, some of the early Pappy bottles (20 and 23) were Rye Mashbill! Like the “bat signal” 🥃
I did not know that. Wow!
You right on with Larceny.. It’s a lil spicy and you can smell the alcohol first when I opened it first time. The cheap Four Roses ( not the single barrel or the other one) is the best sub to WL Weller SR that I have found. They taste exactly the same to me. But they have marked up Buffalo Trace in my area so much, I’m always looking for an everyday.. I stay away from Basil Hayden and Woodford..
You don't have to buy expensive whiskey to drink good whiskey.
@@BourbonRealTalk what’s the closest thing to WL Weller special reserve besides Buffalo Trace you have found. Big Blantons and Buffalo Trace fan but I can’t afford Blantons and Buffalo Trace is marked up so much it’s almost not worth it anymore.
@@jeremyfortune7274 WSR is a wheated bourbon, so it is softer, lacking in spice, and has a citrus note in the mid palate. To replicate it you would need another wheater. The obvious answer would be Maker's Mark, Larceny, Rebel Yell, or Redemption, but I have to admit I do not think any of those taste similar to WSR. Those that would be closer would be 1792 Sweet Wheat, Old Fitzgerald, Jefferson Oceans Wheated bourbon, but those are not in the same price point and may be harder to find.
I would not try to find something that tastes like it. I would try to find something that I enjoy as much. That is a much easier task. Hope that helps.
@@BourbonRealTalk yep! All good points. Thanks
You live in Texas I am sure you are excited about the release of the King Ranch Edition
Had not heard of if.
@@BourbonRealTalk it's an Old Fo collab. Only available in Texas, should be out soon
@@scottmichals9191 I'll be on the lookout!
Great ending message 👏 👏👏👏 I lost a friend to suicide, she was in a lot of physical pain and chose not to hurt anymore. I have always wondered if it was that or the longterm side effects of the meds...either way she is missed.
I am sorry for your loss. I just try to let people know that even though they may not feel it, we still want them here.
For me..I was turned on to Kentucky Par on my honeymoon and that hits everything for me and stands in my cabinet dead center top shelf and has been shared with my dearest friends.
Someone else recommended it to me. It isn't sold in TX. I had a member who is a friend pick one up for me at The Party Source in KY. I like it a lot, but I am pretty sure it is 1792 sourced from Barton Distillery.
Randy, grá as Éire, love from Ireland. The new look is amazing. Love your message. Keep going brother.
Thanks so much!