Top 10 Bourbons You Should be Hunting RIGHT NOW! (May Be Allocated Soon) - Bourbon Real Talk 157

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  • There is nothing worse than hearing that one of your ol' reliable shelfers is going allocated and will become much more difficult to find in stores. In this episode we want to give you a heads up on some Bourbons out there that are rumored to become allocated or that the signs are there these bottles could become harder to find.
    What allocated rumors have you heard? Chime in down in the comments with bottles you're worried about.
    If you like this content, or even the discussion of this subject, we would like to personally invite you to join our free member community. groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity
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    0:00 Intro
    0:23 Whiskey Troll Disclaimer
    1:09 Benchmark
    1:51 Early Times
    2:57 Four Roses
    4:00 Wild Turkey (Premium Products)
    5:18 Shameless Merch Plug
    5:55 Knob Creek
    7:11 OGD 114
    7:56 Weller Special Reserve
    9:13 Old Forrester 1920
    10:20 1792 Small Batch
    10:58 Bowman Brothers
    12:28 Show Philosophy / Sign off
    13:58 Outtakes
    14:24 BRTC Commercial
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  • @johnadams3418
    @johnadams3418 Před rokem +68

    1. Benchmark series
    2. Early Times
    3. Four Roses
    4. WT Russell's, rarebreed, and 101
    5. Knob Creek 12 and 15
    6. Old Grandad 114
    7. Weller Green label
    8. Old Forester 1910 and 1920
    9. 1792 Small Batch
    10. Bowman brother's products

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +2

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @claytonblachly4031
      @claytonblachly4031 Před rokem +1

      Muthafuka! I just went to russels and rare breed because i cant get my ER and Stagg Jr

    • @claytonblachly4031
      @claytonblachly4031 Před rokem +3

      Old grand dad has been hard for me to find for awhile now

    • @itscoldinwinter1
      @itscoldinwinter1 Před rokem +5

      Weller is impossible to get in chicago already

    • @johnadams3418
      @johnadams3418 Před rokem +1

      @@itscoldinwinter1 I live in NC which is a crappy ABC state. Currently you will only see the standard Benchmark of shelves. Early Times rarely and usually behind the counter. Mostly good on WT and Four Roses stuff. Never going to see a KC 12 or 15 on the shelf. Maybe behind the counter, but likely in the lottery for more populated counties. OGD 114 spotty, but not too bad. Weller Green never unless it is a lottery o a really rural county. OF 19's series pretty available. 1792 spotty like OGD 114. John J Bowman hard to find, but most other Bowman's fairly available.

  • @Dannyboy_847
    @Dannyboy_847 Před 2 lety +4

    I really love your videos. It feels like I'm just chillin listening to two dudes talking about whiskey. Knowledgeable also and I love how you guys don't come off snobbish and appreciate the WHOLE market.

  • @stanleyvermillion9769
    @stanleyvermillion9769 Před rokem +3

    Enjoyed this advice on bourbons that may become scarce. I will remember this the next time I’m shopping. Thanks for the love! Love you guys too!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Thank you for saying you love us back. We don't always get to hear that!

  • @abalt3019
    @abalt3019 Před rokem +7

    Glad I viewed your whole video. The ending was the best about your mission. Sorry to hear about your brother’s decision. :( I have lost a couple of people that way. :( And I’ll join your community too! I’ve been saying for years that the way people cure societal issues is through social meetups. Everyone is well connected, yet completely isolated. Great stuff guys! :)

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for the kind words and welcome to the community!

  • @jasoncochran853
    @jasoncochran853 Před rokem +2

    Guys thanks for the insight. I like your choices and the information that went along with it. I'm sorry to hear about your loss. More people need to hear those 3 words. Don't be afraid to hug either.

  • @DongHands84
    @DongHands84 Před 2 lety +10

    I totally agree on the Benchmark Bonded. It's like a younger Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch. It's sweet and fruity with less barrel spice, but for less than $20 in Texas it's a must stock.

  • @Whatadick13
    @Whatadick13 Před rokem +1

    Absolutely love this channel. I've about 3 years into the bourbon world, bourbon knowledge level: 3 out of 10. But have learned so much about bourbon by watching your channel for the past few months. Great stuff!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Thank you! I am so glad it has been helpful!

    • @pat7937
      @pat7937 Před rokem +2

      Yeah, me too, about 3 years in. The only notes I could pick out back then were kerosene or gasoline. ⛽️ 🤣

  • @markemenecker5656
    @markemenecker5656 Před rokem

    good stuff! i joined the FB group a few days ago and answereed that I had not seen this podcast. Well seeing this today reminds me that I DID see you on youtube before. love the positive vibes!

  • @user-rc3cb1sh1w
    @user-rc3cb1sh1w Před 5 měsíci +1

    Just joined, been collecting and drinking for a few years not and just live the message you send out. Keep it going, you have a new follower, love ya.

  • @canucklehead0
    @canucklehead0 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks Wes and Randy for another great and informative episode! Up here in Alberta (at least at the stores I shop at) the selection for Bourbons in usually small to begin with, but it is improving. I noticed that a store I have purchased from in Calgary has Leiper's Fork Bourbon, and a different store seems to get E.H.Taylor on a pretty regular basis. I have seen Wild Turkey Rare Breed in a couple of stores for a pretty reasonable price, perhaps next payday I'll pick up a couple of bottles! Take care Guys!! - Dave

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +1

      That is awesome. I would recommend all of those bottles.

  • @robd8167
    @robd8167 Před 2 lety +1

    Great job on this guys. Appreciate you backing up your views with some data. Already seeing a lot of these getting thin in N Texas.

  • @Sean-uh6te
    @Sean-uh6te Před 2 lety +5

    My favorite whiskey CZcams channel. Keep rocking guys!

  • @chiefbryan
    @chiefbryan Před 2 lety +57

    Would love to see some of those bottles (empty, photo, or full) when you’re talking about them. Thanks for the list!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +4

      Shoot! Sorry about that!

    • @jefftimmons9528
      @jefftimmons9528 Před rokem +1

      @@BourbonRealTalk That's a great thought. May be the only chance for some of us to see them, as I don't see many talked about bottles in the wild.

    • @jeanhockers1873
      @jeanhockers1873 Před rokem

      Totally agreed!

    • @Blxxm007
      @Blxxm007 Před rokem

      agreed!

  • @lightmarker3146
    @lightmarker3146 Před rokem +6

    My first time watching, I enjoyed the show , even the merch advertisement. Your mission to raise a glass and toast with others is truly in the spirit of life .

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Thank you. If we all look for opportunities to connect over common ground I believe we can stop being so divided over differences.

  • @singlesideman
    @singlesideman Před rokem +4

    And I love this show, and you guys! Brilliant. Just brilliant. You know, I'm a part of some brilliant communities very similar to this one, and I'm so grateful to be a part of them, especially after having lost some really beautiful people who I still love so much. Took too long to say this this way, so stay the way you are, and doing what you do. Carry on!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for the encouragement! We love to hear that we are having a bigger impact than just teaching about bourbon.

  • @lindajacobs7971
    @lindajacobs7971 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I have just started my bourbon journey. Thanx for saying what you did at the end. Definitely needed to hear that..

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 5 měsíci +1

      I love you! This world just needs a little more love!

  • @whatamiwatchingthis4
    @whatamiwatchingthis4 Před 2 lety +6

    Tried Benchmark after watching this. Love it! Went back to get 6 bottles today! A top 3 in my collection now.

  • @elliotgentry880
    @elliotgentry880 Před rokem

    Great vid, love your expert analysis and positive message. Cheers from Chicago!

  • @brendanmorrison3101
    @brendanmorrison3101 Před 2 lety +2

    Most of my favorite regulars shelfers are right here in this list! Great list boys! Cheers! 🥃

  • @jeffreystringham1914
    @jeffreystringham1914 Před rokem +1

    Excellent episode. Just started seeing your channel and it is excellent. Cheers!

  • @msutton01
    @msutton01 Před rokem +1

    Good stuff guys! Thanks for the recs!

  • @mariad1151
    @mariad1151 Před rokem +5

    God bless boys. Lost my big brother as well. Hurts big time. Need more love in the world, & Bourbon community rocks! 🥂

  • @fosmith61
    @fosmith61 Před 2 lety +1

    Great list and I think you're right about most of those. But I had to laugh when you mentioned Weller SR. It's been hard to get here in NoCal for five years and almost a unicorn for the past two or three.

  • @olemanbourbon5884
    @olemanbourbon5884 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video guys! Agree with all you have said and crazy how this market has blown up! I would very much agree that Knob Creek does a great job with their older bourbons. Any rumors on the KC 18?

  • @LeatherDaddy97
    @LeatherDaddy97 Před 2 lety +82

    Gonna use one of my favorite quotes here. "Do not be blinded by fear or anger, all is only as it is". Some whiskey goes, new classics appear. Life goes on. Age isnt everything in whiskey.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +4

      Amen!

    • @rurugby
      @rurugby Před 2 lety +1

      Exactly

    • @mikeh7917
      @mikeh7917 Před 2 lety +1

      New Riff, Castle and Key, Wilderness Trail, random bourbon produced outside of KY.

    • @LeatherDaddy97
      @LeatherDaddy97 Před 2 lety +1

      @@mikeh7917 one of my new favorites is the bottled in bond rye from painted stave in delaware

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +2

      @@mikeh7917 I love all three of those brands. For anyone reading this those are all inside of KY. The OP was saying there are good products from outside of KY. I like Ironroot (TX), Frey Ranch (NV), Leiper's Fork (TN), Anita's Choice (SC), and I am sure there are others.

  • @user-xm1pn6qq9c
    @user-xm1pn6qq9c Před 4 měsíci

    I’m new to bourbon and trying to learn. I appreciate what you are all about. Great content. Thank you

  • @mariolobo01
    @mariolobo01 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you guys, this is very informative, I’m just getting into Whiskeys and I will seek out your recommendations.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      We have a lot of videos on here that would be useful for new enthusiasts. You should also join facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity

  • @fturla___156
    @fturla___156 Před rokem +2

    Recently I've seen pricing on some whiskey sky rocket well above 20% with some disappearing from the shelf. Yes, I do expect to get the Old Forester 1920, Rare Breed, and Russell's Reserve 10, as well as Smoke Wagon to be harder to find, so, I'll stock two extra bottles of each when I get the chance. I'm not experimenting with the new whiskeys coming out, since, the old stuff that I know I like is less available.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      It is likely that many of the tried and true brands will never have a shortage, so there will always be plenty of good whiskey to be had at an affordable price.

  • @randalzahn5218
    @randalzahn5218 Před měsícem +1

    Knob Creek 9Y was my awesome! I look forward to trying the 12Y! I recently tried 1972 small batch and loved it! I have seen early times but wasn’t sure about it but now I want to try it because I have heard about it from you guys and a few other bourbon channels I subscribe to. I didn’t realize how good wild turkey 101 really is until I tried a few other products and now I am leaning toward trying the rare breed and Russel’s reserve 10Y!

  • @georgebou5497
    @georgebou5497 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the positive energy. Subscribed!

  • @RainbowGangsta88
    @RainbowGangsta88 Před rokem

    I appreciate the way you connect and your philosophy. Love and whiskey to you both.

  • @wilfredocalixto4645
    @wilfredocalixto4645 Před 2 lety +1

    First time watching, great video ! Keep up the good work guys.

  • @robertharper2158
    @robertharper2158 Před 2 lety +1

    Great info. Thanks for the advice!

  • @markgardner7022
    @markgardner7022 Před 2 lety +1

    You guys are spot on with these bottles. John J Bowman is gaining popularity here in VA already. Also heard a rumor that they have or are planning to change their distillate. Even more reason to buy a few backups!

    • @lukewo5067
      @lukewo5067 Před 2 lety

      I heard the same rumor. This is the real reason Bowman will disappear as we know it!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +1

      I am looking on information for this rumor. If you have any please reply.

  • @jeffward19
    @jeffward19 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video! Thanks for sharing!

  • @tonyking3274
    @tonyking3274 Před 2 lety +2

    As always you guys are right on top of it. Some of these I just got may first taste of, and I like um. OGD114 is tough to find so I grab one when I can. Also how is that Old Elk? I just purchased a store pick and am eager to try it

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      I have had a lot of solid Old Elk SiB. Greg Metz made the whiskey when he was master distiller of MGPI, so while it is technically a non distiller produced product, it also kind of isn't.

    • @markrutherford6139
      @markrutherford6139 Před 2 lety +1

      OGD114 is very good. I sometimes blend it with a wheated bourbon. The Old Elk that I had was a wheated store pick which was much higher proof than the standard and it was awesome!

  • @robinsni
    @robinsni Před 6 měsíci +1

    Got a 1792 full proof store pick.... Amazing. Love it.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 6 měsíci

      It is really one of the best pours for the money IMO.

  • @joehixson5340
    @joehixson5340 Před 2 lety +3

    Great video. I was able to grab a single barrel 9 year and a normal release 12 year knob creek. Both were fantastic. One of the local stores will have a knob creek single barrel rye store pick coming in next month. I am so looking forward to trying it.

  • @wizzer88
    @wizzer88 Před rokem +2

    Great list. I started hunting Evan Williams Single Barrel. Managed to find 2 bottles. Sad to see it off the shelves outside of KY. I managed to get a bottle of KB 15 for MSRP, its a great pour but prefer the 12.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      I would have to agree. 12 is pretty great! Cheers!

    • @dcw3791
      @dcw3791 Před rokem +1

      Little known place by me in SC seems to have plenty of it. Had 6+ bottles on the shelf of it friday. I just got into bourbon this year and so a blind squirrel finds a nut.

  • @timbumgarner1207
    @timbumgarner1207 Před rokem +1

    Pretty new to Bourbon/ Whiskey collecting nice to have a start to my collection. Thanks

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Enjoy! You should join facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity/

  • @WhiskyForBeginners
    @WhiskyForBeginners Před rokem +1

    7:13 Old Grand-Dad 114 has been out of stock here in Albuquerque for *months*. The Total Wine site used to say it would be available in April, but that didn't happen, and now there's no ETA at all. But the bonded is good, and easy to find. The 80 proof is also everywhere, but I've not tried it.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +1

      It was the opposite here in Texas for a bit. The 114 was out there, but I could not find the bonded.

  • @300blkoutbjj3
    @300blkoutbjj3 Před rokem

    I am glad I found this channel, I am brand new to the whiskey, bourbon world, and I have no idea what I’m doing

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      We're happy to have you here! If you want, come join our Facebook group...we don't allow trolls, so feel free to ask questions: facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity

  • @G_P_G
    @G_P_G Před 2 lety +5

    you basically listed all my current go to bottles including 1920/10, RareBreed, KC SBS, and WT101 are currently the some bottles I always have stocked on the shelf. The only other bottle i always try to have that has become harder and harder for me to get is Jack Daniels Single Barrel Barrel Proof (i know it's tennesse wiskey). When I got into bourbon a year ago that bottle was at every store with a decent selection, now i can't find anywhere.

    • @tde2019
      @tde2019 Před 2 lety

      Agreed. #1 on this list for me would be JD single barrel BP. It drops seemingly only twice a year now and I pick up a new one everytime I find one I dont already have

    • @xmikewallace17
      @xmikewallace17 Před 2 lety +1

      A. JD is bourbon. B. My understanding is JD is slowly discontinuing the barrel proof. As they make more money off of their santra and premium lines. And can use those bottles for special releases

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +1

      I left off JD because of the TN whiskey vs bourbon debate.

    • @tde2019
      @tde2019 Před 2 lety

      @@xmikewallace17 the Sinatra bottle sucks. I got a sample once and was very underwhelmed

  • @Kmac47-gy2le
    @Kmac47-gy2le Před rokem +1

    Great show boys! Love to learn from here! Wes what brand shirt is that bad ass pearl snap?

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Wes just opened up a "gentleman's dry good store" that sells apparel. facebook.com/oldtownprovisions

  • @robolive123
    @robolive123 Před rokem +44

    Woodford Double Oaked should be on this list. Delicious and not too spendy. Better than many allocated bourbons but always on the shelf!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +2

      It got a lot of votes, but it is not a traditional bourbon since it is toasted barrel finished, so it didn't make the list.

    • @WhiskyForBeginners
      @WhiskyForBeginners Před rokem +4

      I *love* the Double Oaked.

    • @rshark6821
      @rshark6821 Před rokem +2

      One of the best "always available" bourbons and has deep flavors. One of my go tos.

    • @kevincrabtree6660
      @kevincrabtree6660 Před 11 měsíci

      My daily

    • @tylergash3175
      @tylergash3175 Před 10 měsíci

      @@rshark6821yeah I honestly don’t think it’d disappear off the shelf tbh, but I live in the Mecca of bourbon in Kentucky, so I have a much larger selection than people out of state. It’s my go to

  • @matthewlanders2099
    @matthewlanders2099 Před rokem +4

    Hey brother, that was a very beautiful statement you made about your brother, I as well lost my brother to suicide 8 years ago. Great episode boys!!!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Thank you for your kind words, and I'm sorry for your loss as well. It's important to remember our loved ones and honor their memory. Have you found any helpful ways to cope with the loss?

  • @lordgarth1
    @lordgarth1 Před 2 lety +1

    Interesting. My state sucks IMHO but luckily all of those are pretty easy to get. Strange how things like 1792 Small Batch and others are hard to find in other places. I guess i’ll call myself lucky and just worry about replenishing my GTS. Best advice is to support a good local bottle shop and they’ll hook you up!

  • @paolodenapoli7823
    @paolodenapoli7823 Před rokem +2

    We’re swimming in Old Forester and Weller SR up in Canada thankfully.

  • @R0MANStwelve2
    @R0MANStwelve2 Před 2 lety +4

    Great list 👍🏻 Luckily I have a secret little fishing hole that I already get everything on your list 😉

  • @kennethhromcik8144
    @kennethhromcik8144 Před rokem +1

    I’ve had no problems finding WT in the DFW , but OGD114 as well as some others you named are missing from several stores.

  • @ralphdepalma5825
    @ralphdepalma5825 Před 2 lety +3

    Had a Weller’s 12 last night at a function. What a great pour. Can’t find it in a store anywhere.

  • @JoeJoeAguilar
    @JoeJoeAguilar Před rokem +2

    All these bottles u have mentioned are so easy to find here in California, and I love everyone of them.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      That is great to hear. Which do you think is your favorite?

  • @fartzy
    @fartzy Před 2 lety +1

    thanks for that info about bowman brothers. good to know!

  • @markdunn1931
    @markdunn1931 Před 2 lety +1

    Really like your channel, are you talking bottom shelve Benchmark or the cask strength. Cheers

  • @taylorharkey7442
    @taylorharkey7442 Před 2 lety +6

    I'd add the new JD Bonded and JD Triple Mash to this list, they just came out and seem really popular.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +7

      Yes, but I try not to include JD to bourbon lists because the people who do not know the standards of identity for whiskey get upset and cause drama.

  • @houl8071
    @houl8071 Před 2 lety

    Just earned yourself a subscriber. Good stuff !

  • @MikeJones-zp5cn
    @MikeJones-zp5cn Před rokem +1

    Ok. Was having a hard time finding OGD 114 here in KY. I could only find it at one place that sold it for $37. I asked a manager at a Kroger wine&spirits if they could get it. The next week he had a case of it. He doesn't have the shelf space so he keeps the case behind the counter and I just go in asking for the bottle in the white case. Great buy for 24.99.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Awesome. BiB has been missing in my area lately, but I have seen some 114s around.

  • @averageguysopinion139
    @averageguysopinion139 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the heads up on all these delicious tasting whiskey’s.

  • @seanmasiakiewicz2438
    @seanmasiakiewicz2438 Před rokem

    Easy subscribe after the sign off. Love the mission.

  • @TheReal_DeanD
    @TheReal_DeanD Před 2 lety +2

    This is very spot on. At least in my area. OGD 114 disappears as soon as it arrives. Same with Bowman. The OF 1910 to 1920 not yet but some smaller Mom n Pop stores are pricing them like they're allocated. Around $85 each. Early Times BiB has been scooped up to extinction. Knob Creek Rye picks are the only ones available in stores. Four Roses SB Barrel Proofs I have been in 5 years. If they do come in they're now $90 at Total Wine. Sigh. I may just call it a day with my JW Dant BiB and JD Single Barrel Barrel Proofs. This is just getting nuts with Buffalo Trace, Brown Foreman, Heaven Hill.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      That Dant and JDSiBBP will get you by for sure. Cheers!

    • @TheMjphoto45
      @TheMjphoto45 Před 2 lety +1

      Omaha 1910 and 1920 $55 each

    • @TheReal_DeanD
      @TheReal_DeanD Před 2 lety

      @@TheMjphoto45 So so very lucky. enjoy man. Enjoy.

  • @clemonsjoey
    @clemonsjoey Před rokem +2

    Just picked up a bottle of the Russelk’s Reserve Single Barrell, they are on close out here, and only have 2 bottles left. I grabbed one for $52, was selling for $75

  • @ericanderson5227
    @ericanderson5227 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thanks for input, great video, love you brothers, love my wild turkey 101 old fashioned’s ! People will loose it if that becomes allocated.

  • @Darrelll13
    @Darrelll13 Před 2 lety +1

    Favorite whiskey channel. Keep it up.

  • @calebkirk6177
    @calebkirk6177 Před rokem +1

    Hey I seen a bottle on your shelf and I was wondering if you had a review of it or tasting notes. It was the Jacob’s pardon small batch. I recently got a bottle.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      This was shot at Wes's house, so that was his bottle. This is Randy. I handle the CZcams comments, so Wes won't see this. If you are a member of facebook.com/groups/bourbonrealtalkcommunity you could ask him in there.

  • @markfischer6057
    @markfischer6057 Před měsícem +1

    I'm with you on the old forester. The 100 proof signature is so phenomenal and fruity pebble'esc that I buy it by the 1L bottle. IMO it's better than the 1924. Spend less get more.

  • @kevinmcelroy1520
    @kevinmcelroy1520 Před 6 měsíci +1

    dang you guys, I like almost all of those you mentioned. can't get Weller here anyway but the others I usually find.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 6 měsíci +1

      It's been around a year since this video was released and aside from the ones where there was some sort of formula change, all of the others have remained at the same level of availability in our market. Hopefully they won't be too hard for you ro find! Cheers.

  • @robertjung4001
    @robertjung4001 Před rokem

    Thanks for your videos! We need this! Toast to all! Cheers!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Thank you so much for your support and kind words! I'm glad you find the videos helpful. Cheers to you as well, and happy hunting for some amazing bourbons! Do you have any particular bourbons you've been hunting for lately?

  • @alexshuknecht9181
    @alexshuknecht9181 Před rokem +1

    Just had old Forester 1920 and man did I like it!

  • @OverHopUnderMalt
    @OverHopUnderMalt Před rokem +1

    I am a new guy to bourbon. Have 90 bottles of rare tequila. Thank you for all your advice. Live in Alaska & Arizona. Starting to look.
    Thank you.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Prices are high in Alaska, but you can get some good stuff in AZ.

  • @chadhood3582
    @chadhood3582 Před rokem +1

    New on this channel and you guys are awesome

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for the kind words. Have you joined facebook.com/group/bourbonrealtalkcommunity/

  • @dane3316
    @dane3316 Před 2 lety +1

    OGD114 is Limit One here in Chicagoland already, so I am fearful for the future of it as well.

  • @AfterHoursCollector
    @AfterHoursCollector Před 2 lety +51

    If Wild Turkey 101 ever gets hard to find I’ll lose it. I certainly agree about WT premium products. They are amazing and seem to finally getting the love they deserve

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +2

      I think WT101 is a stretch. Since it is non age stated they would probably just lower the age of the barrels going into the batches.

    • @levib1245
      @levib1245 Před 2 lety +2

      I agree. I'd lose my mind

    • @voloftn
      @voloftn Před 2 lety +2

      WT101 is age stated. It says 6-8 on the back.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      @@voloftn Wow! I didn't realize that. Thanks!

    • @levib1245
      @levib1245 Před 2 lety +1

      @@voloftn It says: "for up to 6 to 8 years" which to me means that the oldest distillate in it depending on the batch is in that range. Not the youngest.

  • @dmkelly5491
    @dmkelly5491 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Great video guys! I think your points perhaps fail to take into account the tremendous expansion of the industry. The demand is there, I agree. However, many established distilleries are growing, and many new players are entering the market. Thankfully I'm still seeing OGD 114 for 20 bucks, and OF 1910/1920 bottles still prevalent. Hopefully these don't fade away. I'm just not seeing the demand for those in your top ten that requires anyone to hoard those aforementioned bottles.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 8 měsíci

      This video is old enough to say we missed the mark on some (but not all) of these.

  • @markrutherford6139
    @markrutherford6139 Před 2 lety +4

    Weller SR is money, when you can find it, at the retail price. I love it blended with the OGD114 to make a very nice 4 grain (2:1).

  • @lexwaldez
    @lexwaldez Před rokem +1

    I've always been hunting Russell's Reserve and it's hard to find in my area. I found a nice supply of Blue Run and Calument 16 but RR is a no go here.

  • @10use
    @10use Před rokem

    Great idea for an episode. A true service to the bourbon community.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for your positive comment! We always aim to provide informative content for the bourbon community. Is there a specific topic you would like us to cover in a future episode?

    • @10use
      @10use Před rokem

      @Bourbon Real Talk You're both doing a great job. Keep it Real and Honest.
      Ideas...
      Maybe: Do more videos where you guys blind taste and score different ECBPs and FRLESBs.
      Do more videos on Four Gate Products
      Break down what "Spice" in a Bourbon/Rye could be...so many people use the term to refer to a whisky but that could be anything like jalapeño or cinnamon.
      Consider setting up a rating scale out of 10 in 0.1 increments where you guys could each score bourbons/ryes. This would be a personal enjoyment score for each of you as opposed to an official web score...hence the audience will get to know what you each like best over time helping inform their purchasing decisions.

  • @josephdoran6116
    @josephdoran6116 Před rokem +1

    I know of a package liquor store in southern Indiana that still has eight cases of Early Times Bonded

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      If it was bottled before the transition people are pretty excited about those.

  • @edricksimmons4484
    @edricksimmons4484 Před rokem +1

    Four roses is my favorite right now... I just purchased all 4 of them... yellow label... small batch... single Barrel... and single barrel select. This is 1 brand that I'm going to get as many bottles as I can!!!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +1

      I love 4R. If you ever get a chance try the Limited Edition. I have loved everyone I have tried.

    • @edricksimmons4484
      @edricksimmons4484 Před rokem

      Where can get that 1 from I only can get the 4 I have in Tennessee?

    • @edricksimmons4484
      @edricksimmons4484 Před rokem

      Well I won't be getting the limited edition any time soon... I just looked up the price and it was 899!!!🙄🤣

  • @RealChrisinAZ
    @RealChrisinAZ Před 2 lety +5

    Great video and interesting predictions, I hope you are wrong but glad I have some of those already.

  • @DetLions01
    @DetLions01 Před 2 lety +1

    Four roses small batch or woodford reserve for daily drinking, luckily FL has no problems with those. Haven’t four roses single barrel yet though, next purchase? I think so

  • @erickirkhofer4865
    @erickirkhofer4865 Před rokem +2

    Great video! In Wisconsin, Russell’s 10 year reserve is already on allocation. Has been for about 8-10 months too. Also, we can hardly ever get anything from BT. I’ve never even seen the Bemchmark you mentioned, but I’ll be on the look out now. Thanks guys!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem +2

      I am not sure benchmark is distributed in all states. That might be your issue.

    • @ChasHawk3
      @ChasHawk3 Před rokem +3

      The nicer Benchmark products are only in Indiana right now, as far as the Midwest goes.
      Russell's 10 is available everywhere in Illinois...not allocated, $32

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      @@ChasHawk3 Benchmark just hit TX. It is already impossible to find the full proof.

    • @jeffkelly5972
      @jeffkelly5972 Před rokem +1

      I live in Wisconsin and have not seen any shortage near me also I saw Benchmark yesterday.

    • @erickirkhofer4865
      @erickirkhofer4865 Před rokem

      @@jeffkelly5972 where are you located? I would love to find Benchmark. I promise I won’t take it all.

  • @ezwider4652
    @ezwider4652 Před rokem +1

    Thanks guys!

  • @jasonbradley7713
    @jasonbradley7713 Před 2 lety +2

    Are we talking about the same Early Times could buy in a plastic 1.75 for $17.99 fifteen years ago? Insane. Totally agree w the 1792 and OF 1920, great bourbon and pretty easy to find for now.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes, but because the formula will change and people will want bottles of the old stuff they are used to.

  • @robertkromer1247
    @robertkromer1247 Před rokem +1

    I’m 75 years old and have drank bourbon for years.I’m just now realizing I had no clue as to all the variations of bourbon that’s out there but I’m anxious to learn why I like what I’m drinking.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Go buy some mini bottles of the brands you are unfamiliar with. Then pour .25 ounce of everything you have open and try them side by side in identical glasses. It will really help you figure out what you like and why.

  • @LuckyCJ
    @LuckyCJ Před rokem +1

    I know its a location problem but I haven't been able to find Russells anywhere in my area for the last couple years. Used to be everywhere now its tough find

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      The local Russell's rep warned us that they were going to run out in NTX. They started sending her to other areas of the country because there was no product for her to rep.

  • @Mavicz99
    @Mavicz99 Před 2 lety +5

    I stacked Early times deep when the news first came out. We'll see.

  • @antoniojimenez372
    @antoniojimenez372 Před rokem

    Is my first time watching you gentleman and I have to said thanks for the list

  • @Iwills027
    @Iwills027 Před rokem +1

    I was able to recently find the Early Times bottle in bond and man it was delicious.

  • @joeyswaney8497
    @joeyswaney8497 Před rokem

    Great message. New sub.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před rokem

      Thanks for subscribing and I'm glad you enjoyed the message! Do you have any suggestions or topics you would like me to cover in future videos?

  • @jimbokyzar8170
    @jimbokyzar8170 Před 2 lety +1

    Scored my first ever Blantons yesterday for 65. Haven't been trying to get 1 for only a couple of yrs. You just never see them in my area. SW Mississippi. I hope your wrong about the WT lines my favs.

  • @MileHighGrowler
    @MileHighGrowler Před 2 lety +1

    It's funny how regional these can be. And no, I'm talking trash to your video, because I agree. In fact, I'd say these are already at the point you predict in some places. In Denver metro, I've never seen Weller SR, OF 1910 and 1920 will disappear from shelves for a couple of months at a time, JJB I've seen once (at about $100). The hype is already there for all of those and it's a constant game trying to track down some of these bottles that are still pretty easy to find further east/south.

  • @CliffordTheCowboyCloser
    @CliffordTheCowboyCloser Před 2 lety +2

    Have yall been having issues getting the Old Forester Statemen? That's one I love and drink regular but I noticed my local store has been out lately

  • @StillLivinginthewoods
    @StillLivinginthewoods Před 2 lety +2

    Yeah, that Benchmark Full Proof is already flying off the shelves.
    I've already been stocking up.

  • @MISTAJZA
    @MISTAJZA Před 2 lety +7

    Really love the vid and topic, but man, can’t deny that this depressed me to hear these predictions, but at the same time I guess I should feel fortunate to have a bunker of heavy hitters already!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety +2

      We could be wrong! Only time will tell.

    • @jonathanwilliams1974
      @jonathanwilliams1974 Před 2 lety +4

      Why be depressed when this entire video is 100% conjecture??

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      @@jonathanwilliams1974 is right. I am probably wrong. Only time will tell.

  • @ralphdepalma5825
    @ralphdepalma5825 Před 2 lety +1

    Been looking for Knob Creek 12 for months and haven’t been able to find it. One of my standards is the 9 year though.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      It is hard to find in north TX. Once I had one and a bunker I left the rest for others.

  • @thecougarexperience
    @thecougarexperience Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thanks for this video!

  • @wethepeople536
    @wethepeople536 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Four roses! I love that stuff!

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 6 měsíci

      It is one of my favorites. 4RSmB is on this weeks episode about our top 5 low proof bourbons.

  • @brmicmatthews8398
    @brmicmatthews8398 Před 2 lety +1

    Most of the bourbon you mentioned I keep stocked at least 2-3 deep. Especially the Rare breed and OGD114. Can you possibly see Woodinville becoming allocated or at least harder to find? It seems to me that people keep raving about it in videos, and even at the liquor store I’ve heard one or two talk about it randomly.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      Woodenville is managing their expansion based on inventory. If they started to pick up in sales with their current states of distribution, I would imaging they would slow down on opening new markets. Anything is possible.

    • @williambedard4375
      @williambedard4375 Před 2 lety

      That whisky is junk it wont go anywhere anytime soon.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 2 lety

      @@williambedard4375 If Woodenville tastes bad to you, you may not like bourbon. While their average expression is not "world class" like a GTS or WLW, it is a solid well product product. Maybe scotch or some other spirit is your jam?

  • @fiestamenus6140
    @fiestamenus6140 Před 3 měsíci

    First time viewer and you know what… instant fan with the kindness extended to strangers there at the end. I found it refreshing. For that reason I hit that button. A negative comment is lazy. It takes effort to forget yourself, and extend a positive remark toward another human being. Ok I was drinking a little bit of rabbit hole (little bit in quotation marks) while I watch this podcast so maybe a bit emotional about it, but still, I’m pretty sure I’m right, I’ll check in the morning . Good night.

    • @BourbonRealTalk
      @BourbonRealTalk  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you for watching, we appreciate you being here!

  • @mista-ys5if
    @mista-ys5if Před 3 měsíci

    I can tell you how buffalo trace from nearly before thanksgiving to around Christmas time definitely changed. It was light now it’s dark