Bourbon

JHewey

macs-smokes

WaltBasil

Having just tried the Blanton's... I'd say go with that. But... Plenty of time out there... At least for most of us... There's always another bottle around the corner. There's always the next one. For cheaper ones, Makers Mark, Buffalo Trace, Devils Cut, Eagle Rare - these are my go to every day bottles always on hand. JD Single Barrel, Knob Creek Single Barrel, were my higher end ones I keep on hand for the weekend. Blanton's the best I've ever had, but still just above the JD and KC price by maybe $5-10.. Enjoy. Exciting times ahead.

jgibv

90+ Irishman

Only had the Angles Envy from those two, but they make a rye and a bourbon. Bourbon is a bit smoother and has this brilliant black cherry note and tons of character but a remarkably clean finish. Either way I don't think you'll go wrong!

jthanatos

mmccartneydc

Rob1110

WaltBasil

jthanatos

WaltBasil

And it makes an awesome 'gloog gloog gloog' sound as you pour it.

curtpick

James turned me onto Angels Envy in Chicago. I am a newbie and dont normally drink the whiskeys but that was outstanding !

JHewey

WaltBasil:

Having just tried the Blanton's... I'd say go with that. But... Plenty of time out there... At least for most of us... There's always another bottle around the corner. There's always the next one. For cheaper ones, Makers Mark, Buffalo Trace, Devils Cut, Eagle Rare - these are my go to every day bottles always on hand. JD Single Barrel, Knob Creek Single Barrel, were my higher end ones I keep on hand for the weekend. Blanton's the best I've ever had, but still just above the JD and KC price by maybe $5-10.. Enjoy. Exciting times ahead.

The difference in price isnt too much.. Eagle rare, buffalo trace, knob creek and woodford reserve are all on my to try list.

JHewey

JHewey

Echambers

It's your birthday, man! Get one of each!

JHewey

Echambers:

It's your birthday, man! Get one of each!

Would love to but i still have xmas shopping to do for my son.

Marker

4 roses yellow is a nice bourbon on the cheaper end as well.

gripnrip

I really like Bakers, especially on these cold winter nights. Excellent spice notes and just enough warmth and finish. On the less expensive side I would recommend Sam Houston whisky. I read a review of this on Stogies on the Rocks and have been through a few bottles since, lol. Consistent bottle to bottle and smooth...more bourbon than straight whisky to my palate. Excellent choice for less than $30.

Echambers

JHewey:

Echambers:

It's your birthday, man! Get one of each!

Would love to but i still have xmas shopping to do for my son.

Well even better! I like your priorities, brother.

jgibv

Gray4lines

Rob1110

Willett is a wheated mash and that's what gives it it's soft, floral, sweet and creamy flavor and texture. Woodford is a rye mash, so it should have more pepper and will naturally be drier than Willett.

jgibv

Gray4lines

Sad... I will mail you some anytime!

jgibv

Gray4lines

Cool! There is a gigantic liquor barn in Lexington. It's a lot of fun, they even have a pretty good walk in humidor. It's very close to the interstate if youre passing through.

Rob1110

jgibv

jthanatos

Bigshizza