Question for our Bourbon loving brothers

[rick12string]

I like bourbon and some blended whiskeys typically neat, occasionally on the rocks (only a few).

My favorite is bourbon Woodford Reserve. It also seems to pair well with most cigars I smoke.
Makers Mark is decent too. I think they use wheat as opposed to rye in the MM which smoothes it out some.

I have tried others but for some reason none of the others stand out in my mind right now that can compare to the Woodford.

In an effort to be a little more cost conscious at this time I would appreciate any suggestions as to lower priced bourbons on par with Woodford (if there is such a thing) or just a favorite that you think pairs well with most sticks.

Thanks,
Rick

 

[GreekGodX]

Try Elijah Craig 12 year old or Elmer T. Lee. I believe both are around the same price or less then Woodford and IMO are better.

Ancient Ancient Aged 10yr is a good cheap bourbon.

 

[Alwayslit]

Knob creek in the 1.75 on sale is a good value.

 

[Baldanders]

Buffalo Trace is dam good and can be had for less then $30.00

 

[strife]

From the Van Winkle line: 90 Proof Old Rip Van Winkle Bourbon 10 Year for around $30 bucks for 750 mil, for $20 you can get the same size bottle of Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Both are really good, the Van Winkle would be my choice. It's not as smooth as the Pappy but it's damn good.

Edit: Almost forgot, Makers Mark is also well worth the 20 bucks or so. I like the Red.

 

[smokem94]

I would go with the Knob Creek and Makers Mark......any cheaper and it's swill IMO.

 

[krulos]

MM and Woodford are both great, but Knob Creek is better IMHO.

:bottle:

 

[SecretSanta]

I would go with the Knob Creek and Makers Mark......any cheaper and it's swill IMO.

be sure to hold you pinky up "cowboy" while youre drinking your high fallutin bourbon. :lady:

ol' santa here cut his teeth on real man's bourbon...Jim Beam.:ccool:

 

[Bull Moose]

Having tried enough bourbons to feel like a borderline alcoholic, I'd second (or third) the brothers who have mentioned Buffalo Trace. In NC you can get it for $22 a bottle which is quite a steal IMO.

The other two I'd suggest are Wild Turkey Russell's Reserve and Four Roses single barrel. Both are closer to what your paying for Woodford Reserve, but great alternatives. If you're quite fond of drinking your amber nectar neat (as do I) the Four Roses SB is absolutely among the best bourbons on the market. I recall reading a review of it on a bourbon forum and the general consensus was that if you didn't like that stuff, you probably don't know what good bourbon tastes like. If only they sold it in my state....

 

[Fox]

I like Booker Noes Single Barrel, but it is fairly expensive and high proof; ~120 - 127.

 

[hdroadglide]

sometimes you get what you pay for. i, personally, pay a little extra for blantons because it tastes best to me. it's from the trace area. usually 40-50 bucks, but worth it.

 

[bballbaby]

I like Booker Noes Single Barrel, but it is fairly expensive and high proof; ~120 - 127.

yep. that's good stuff indeed

 

[rick12string]

be sure to hold you pinky up "cowboy" while youre drinking your high fallutin bourbon. :lady:

ol' santa here cut his teeth on real man's bourbon...Jim Beam.:ccool:

Oh don't you worry you jolly ole’ fat man, I've had my share of JB. As a matter of fact was drinking it this past weekend at my friend’s house. :ccowboy:

 

[PepinAddiction]

Old Weller Antique Brand 107 proof.

I also like Elmer T Lee & Elijah 12 yo.

 

[podman28]

Basil Hayden is always a nice way to go.

 

[SkinsFanLarry]

Rick, I know you said Bourbon, as opposed to Whiskey, but since you mentioned the possible wheat aspect of Maker's Mark....

If you like wheat, you should try Small Batch Bernheim Original Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey.

Bernheim is the only type of straight whiskey which uses wheat. For me the result is a full-bodied, sweet, yet smooth whiskey that goes well with cigars.

 

[smokem94]

be sure to hold you pinky up "cowboy" while youre drinking your high fallutin bourbon. :lady:

ol' santa here cut his teeth on real man's bourbon...Jim Beam.:ccool:

Jim Beams for fags you fat bastard!!!! George T Stagg or William Larue Weller (which is a wheat bourbon) is what I drink....of course you are Santa and all ready know that!:santa:

 

[Cyrann]

Blantons end of story.

 

[rick12string]

Thanks for all the suggestions guys. There’s a bunch to choose from. I think I may have to maintain the bottle of the Woodford in the house then start with post #2 and just work my way through all of them. Seems like the logical thing to do. Cheers! :bottle:

 

[sirpantsornot]

Evan Williams Single Barrel is a great whiskey at under $30.