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  • @mikesnook6210
    @mikesnook6210 Рік тому +63

    Most authentic bourbon reviews. You guys have an amazing channel, I love the fact that you go out and find your own bourbon and you’re not getting free bottles from distelleries and you’re giving your honest opinion without being tainted by free unicorn bottles. Cheers to 100k!

  • @jodom004
    @jodom004 Рік тому +37

    Photosynthesis…. That’s what I’m telling the guy at my local liquor store from now on. “Give me something that tastes like photosynthesis”. Great episode guys. Keep up the good work.

    • @davosando
      @davosando Рік тому +1

      Yes!

    • @Ringleader3rik
      @Ringleader3rik Рік тому +7

      I think Trenton might have chewed the wrong dandelion when he described the tasting notes as Photosynthesis. Love that description.

    • @JC-77
      @JC-77 Рік тому +2

      @@Ringleader3rik yeah that dandelion might have been visited by a dog or two :).

  • @PeteQuad
    @PeteQuad Рік тому +2

    I was impressed Trent knew what a rolodex is.

  • @jacobmyers790
    @jacobmyers790 Рік тому +6

    All I have to say is keep making these videos PLEASE! Y’all are by far my favorite channel to watch. I appreciate the honesty, humility & humbleness approach to how you describe and discovery bourbon and other liquors for that matter. All while y’all are pretty damn spot on with your knowledge. Keep it goin fellas!!

  • @AaronJacka
    @AaronJacka Рік тому +7

    John J Bowman used to be a daily drinker but is almost impossible to find in VA now. I've seen more bottles of Blanton's in the last few months than JJB. Lol. I've started buying the easier to find Bowman Brothers Small Batch which is closer to Buffalo Trace but JJB is slightly better than EH Taylor to me.

  • @KdBman19
    @KdBman19 Рік тому +13

    New to the bourbon world and I’ve appreciated watching you guys. I’ve learned a lot! Thanks 🤙🏽

    • @CommentingTheTruth
      @CommentingTheTruth Рік тому

      Same!! I am about 3 weeks into Bourbon exploration! Still not getting all the notes but it's coming! I suggest Angels Envy!!!

    • @smac2047
      @smac2047 Рік тому +1

      Keep trying new stuff and enjoy. One trick that helped early on was to let the glass dry out after you've had your whiskey. Then, return to the glass and smell it. The very 1st time I tried this, I couldn't believe that the Rye I'd had smelled just like an oatmeal cookie. To improve tasting, get the whiskey all around your mouth. Have fun!

  • @MichaelHall42134
    @MichaelHall42134 Рік тому +3

    I'm having the John J Bowman Single Barrel at home tonight and when I was sipping on it I got the "sweet tart finish" that Trent brings up from time to time. Still a very underrated bottle IMO, but just a matter of finding it a lot of the time. Great video!

  • @michaelhoffer9172
    @michaelhoffer9172 Рік тому +3

    I got a Baker's 7 recently that was 8 years and 2 months old. It is fantastic. I've also noticed from watching many of your videos that Trenton seems to like things with a sweeter profile, while Kurt seems to enjoy the oaky and spicier notes much more than Trenton. I think my palate aligns much more with Kurt's.

    • @robertmckay5925
      @robertmckay5925 Рік тому

      I've found that I like both. That's something I love about Laphroaig 10 (which is out of my usual price range - it'll be a long while before I can get another bottle) - it has that definite, emphatic peat chemical and smoke and earth, and then there's a very sweet and fruity whisky underneath (it has a very clear pineapple note).

  • @richardhowe1169
    @richardhowe1169 Рік тому +1

    Awesome back ground music! Love your Show!

  • @chadpritchett2263
    @chadpritchett2263 Рік тому +1

    I was actually drinking Bowman brothers small batch tonight! I grew up in Fredericksburg Va and live an hour from the bowman distillery. I’m planning a visit next month for my birthday

  • @TravellerRDS
    @TravellerRDS Рік тому +3

    Guys, you are close to 100K subscribers, happy to see you reaching this milestone!

  • @jamesstreet1144
    @jamesstreet1144 Рік тому +2

    I love these shows. Great video!

  • @Chilliwack56
    @Chilliwack56 Рік тому

    The only one on the video I have seen where I live is the Baker's @ $85Cdn. I recently picked up a couple Old Forester Single Barrell Cask Strength ( 4 actually since at $86 they were about $40 a bottle cheaper than the last time I saw them) and a couple Knob Creek Single Barrel 120 proof.

  • @YukonWhit
    @YukonWhit Рік тому +2

    JJ B that I had was a very good bottle. What was even better was I got to share with others. Find them if you can.

  • @johnk7093
    @johnk7093 Рік тому +2

    I was hoping Trenton would get on MM this year.... awesome.. and great pics Mrs SLB!!!

  • @lordofshapes1387
    @lordofshapes1387 Рік тому +1

    John J is freaking amazing. I can barely get it, and I live in Virginia. Jim Beam actually has another single barrel at 108 proof that's solid for $40. Love the channel!

  • @rockybalboa5896
    @rockybalboa5896 Рік тому +15

    Great job and entertaining as always. SLB Drinks should go over 100K Subscribers this weekend! Well deserved. You will need to find a place to display your UA-cam 100K award so we can see it.

  • @craigbutler623
    @craigbutler623 Рік тому +3

    The best and most entertaining reviews on UA-cam. You guys are costing me a fair little.bit of coin! Thanks!

  • @3frogltd987
    @3frogltd987 Рік тому +1

    Interesting comments about the Henry McKeena. It was my premium go-to for years, when it was always on the shelves for under $30. Didn't have any for the past 3 yrs because it became allocated and 2X the $$. I received a bottle for Christmas 2022, it's not a good as I remember long past bottles. I suspect that due to demand for aged Sngl barrel bourbon Heaven Hill is now choosing lesser quality barrels barrels for Heny McKenna, and using the good stuff for their premium allocated bottlings.

  • @mikestewart3670
    @mikestewart3670 Рік тому +3

    Love these! Mom always does a good job of selecting! Great video as always fellas!

  • @nickbonvino
    @nickbonvino Рік тому +2

    Trent can sure spot the Jim Beam notes!! Great video guys!!

  • @jamessowards8329
    @jamessowards8329 Рік тому

    Love the honest and unbiased videos. So many people associate price with quality. These videos show that when you go in without any expectations you might be surprised where bottles fall into place.

  • @donmorton3954
    @donmorton3954 Рік тому +3

    As you know I love all your videos but I think these blind taste tests are my favs.
    I do blinds myself often with only 2 at a time (because I only have 2 glancarin glasses...at the moment).
    I will have to look for and try the Bowman. I do have to mention that 2 of my fav single barrels were your picks: New Riff and Wilderness Trail.

  • @andrewboudreau5279
    @andrewboudreau5279 Рік тому

    I love how you guys really put in the effort to try and figure out the ingredients

  • @bd-me7yp
    @bd-me7yp Рік тому +4

    Baker's 7 has been one of my favorites for a while now. Great bottle, good price and beats out many of the higher sought after stuff for me.

    • @Iceman-xe7jo
      @Iceman-xe7jo Рік тому

      Funny. I say the exact opposite. It’s not for my particular taste.

  • @tommullen8850
    @tommullen8850 Рік тому +1

    Great! You guys are not helping me with my favorite pour John J Bowman SIB; add this video to help making it harder to get because everyone is after it. Lol!
    Seriously, great video. Thanks for doing this; just reaffirms what I been saying about JJB

  • @1125mikem
    @1125mikem Рік тому +1

    IF yall came out and nailed the blind from start to finish it would look inauthentic despite your best intentions. I have come to expect some amount of surprise with any blind by any taster.. pro or amateur. Great job.. please do more blinds, it helps us all learn.. you folks as well as the fans.. One o' the best bourbon channels on the Tube!

  • @Alamopiper
    @Alamopiper Рік тому +1

    Congratulations to y'all for hitting 100k subscribers!!!

  • @sterlingjohnson5147
    @sterlingjohnson5147 Рік тому +2

    Hey Trent. I may be wrong, but I was under the impression that Bowman was distilled in Kentucky at Scazerac then hauled to Fredricksburg VA to be distilled again in a copper still, and bottled there. Thus making it officially a VA bourbon.

    • @markbrooks3166
      @markbrooks3166 Рік тому +2

      Agree with you. Bottled at Bowman in VA. Stopped by the other day to grab a John J Bowman before it’s allocated after this video.. 🤣🤣

    • @FakingANerve
      @FakingANerve Рік тому +1

      Yep! God, I hope it doesn't get allocated. 🤞🤞

    • @chasecowell9017
      @chasecowell9017 Рік тому

      It is saz juice mainly just bottled in VA but they run it again through a pot still even tho buffalo trace already column stilled it lol mainly for show get it while you can 😂

  • @freeconfederate
    @freeconfederate Рік тому

    New to your channel, and love it! I have a request video, if you have not already done one I missed. The video I would love to see is you pick out a small kit of spirits and all the basic mixers and other items needed to get someone started. Maybe a little more than the very basic. Something like three or four midrange spirits and enough mixer materials to make a variety of mixed drinks. We all love and admire your well stocked bar! I'm a fellow Hoosier, retired, on a somewhat limited budget. On top of that my wife would limit my "dream bar" any how! You know how that works!
    Thanks for what you do and thank you kindly for considering my request!

  • @TheMNbassHunter
    @TheMNbassHunter Рік тому +5

    Not surprising with McKenna. I've mentioned before, but that one has been real hit and miss for me. I've had a couple that were pretty average, but I've also had a couple that were really good. I also quite enjoy Baker's 7yr. That's a good bottle.

    • @GRFlashback
      @GRFlashback Рік тому

      This is exactly what I was going to comment. I've had some very good McKenna, and some rather unremarkable McKenna.

  • @mikepetrella4009
    @mikepetrella4009 Рік тому +3

    Great job as always boys! Trenton...I think you mean chlorophyll (substance) versus photosynthesis (chemical reaction). Either way...never heard of that tasting note before! Cheers!

  • @sweetlisa22
    @sweetlisa22 Рік тому +3

    I always thought the John J Bowman was distilled at Buffalo trace then shipped to Virginia , distilled again then aged? Can someone correct me on this? Trenton said the opposite. Anyone know for sure?

  • @jimwest439
    @jimwest439 Рік тому +1

    Another great blind! I have to find a John J Bowman now. Thanks for all you do for your community.

  • @brantwhited6096
    @brantwhited6096 Рік тому +1

    I too, like Trent, used to sip on McKenna frequently and love it. I recently purchased another and opened and had the same reaction you guys had. I assumed my palate had just changed and I didn’t quite enjoy it as much as I used to.

    • @brantwhited6096
      @brantwhited6096 Рік тому

      Also, you absolutely can’t beat the Bowman products for the price/ accessibility

  • @ChadWinters
    @ChadWinters Рік тому

    Love you trying so hard to say you like the wood without saying you like the wood ;)

  • @dpfrizz
    @dpfrizz Рік тому +2

    Baker's 7 was on my wishlist and just recently found one. It's a great pour! I may be biased since I love Knob Creek! Great show! MATER 😆

  • @macopus
    @macopus Рік тому +1

    Your channel has become my favorite on UA-cam. I have learned A lot from you guys!

  • @josephjohnston8876
    @josephjohnston8876 Рік тому

    One of my new favorite things to do is enjoy a pour and watch you guys talk bourbon

  • @paulhendershot111
    @paulhendershot111 Рік тому +3

    Always love the blind tastings. Trenton really seams to have a knack for picking out notes that identify a bourbon on occasion. I would love to get my hands on a bottle of the John J. Bowman. I have heard a lot of good things about it on this channel.

    • @smac2047
      @smac2047 Рік тому

      I tried the very affordable port finished this week, and it was surprisingly good.

    • @JDSanders85
      @JDSanders85 Рік тому

      If you are ever in Virginia it's easy to get there at the ABC stores.

  • @robm3063
    @robm3063 Рік тому

    As I type the frosting in a can is in the fridge and graham crackers in the pantry. Must be a 60's thing. On a side note how about a blind bottom shelf vs a top/middle shelf.

  • @pizzawarlord9232
    @pizzawarlord9232 Рік тому +1

    Another great show.
    Not surprising Trenton passed on earthy taste and Kurt liked it with Kurt love of peated scotch and Trenton’s love of avoiding all things scotch.
    Love the top 2 choices and never had the bottom 2.
    Love the blinds.

  • @jimgobrew
    @jimgobrew Рік тому +1

    I love you guys! I've been drinking bourbon for years but have been mainly Makers mark and Jim Beam but in the last few months started trying other's! I now have approx 30 bottles and we seem to have the same palette because you guys haven't steered me wrong yet!

  • @joeb2415
    @joeb2415 Рік тому +2

    The byproduct of photosynthesis is chlorophyll which I have heard as a tasting note! Though first time I’ve heard for bourbon lol

    • @susanwojcickisnicetwin
      @susanwojcickisnicetwin Рік тому

      Chlorophyll is the organelle in which photosynthesis occurs. Oxygen is the byproduct of photosynthesis.
      I always equate this tasting note to cut grass.

    • @joeb2415
      @joeb2415 Рік тому

      @@susanwojcickisnicetwin lol thanks for clarifying

  • @josephgasiecki5598
    @josephgasiecki5598 Рік тому

    Really like your honest opinions! New to tasting bourbons and appreciate all the varieties you choose.

  • @patricksprauer711
    @patricksprauer711 Рік тому

    Haha. I thought Curt said “Mater Frosting” also. And I thought he was gonna say it was tomato frosting…yuck. Great show. My go-to Bourban UA-cam channel.

  • @mitchilito99
    @mitchilito99 Рік тому +1

    I love your reviews but I would LOVE it if you would put on screen what you are tasting as you taste so we can follow along.

  • @stuartrollings602
    @stuartrollings602 Рік тому +2

    Great job Mom! Heard Bowman is not using Buffalo Trace juice anymore…have y’all heard that as well? Do love their single barrel!

  • @robertbooth3367
    @robertbooth3367 Рік тому +2

    Remember, you were doing SINGLE barrel products so they can really vary in profile bottle to bottle ( barrel to barrel ).
    On my 4th McKenna, 2 were excellent, one really good and one just ok. Thankfully the first one was excellent because if I had gotten the 'ok' bottle first, there might not have been any more.
    Got a very good Bakers 7 and a really good Bowman so been very lucky.
    Haven't sipped any Lucky 7 at all so ???
    Trenton does nail the Beam products pretty accurately but 'photosynthesis' as a tasting note???? Lol

    • @susanwojcickisnicetwin
      @susanwojcickisnicetwin Рік тому

      Yeah, my first McKenna was fantastic.

    • @schuylersilverstein1935
      @schuylersilverstein1935 Рік тому

      I've read that McKenna 10 is one of the most inconsistent bottles. I had a really good one at a bar... kind of afraid to but a bottle since idk if it'll be a good batch or not.

  • @cloudbudget
    @cloudbudget Рік тому +1

    Love your channel! Congratulations on the milestone - 100k. I have noticed inconsistencies in Henry McKenna 10. I loved my bottle, bought another as a gift and was dismayed the gift bottle didn't have the same magic. Whisky is hard to produce consistently, it's not Oreos. The demand explosion certainly caused challenges for HM.

    • @FakingANerve
      @FakingANerve Рік тому

      I've heard the same thing about the inconsistencies... so much for THE ENTIRE PURPOSE OF BiB!! 😅

  • @1973Warmachine
    @1973Warmachine Рік тому +1

    You guys crack me up when you start laughing. Love the banter. Also love learning from you both.

  • @Mortalis2
    @Mortalis2 Рік тому

    The last place Henry McKenna IMHO is right on. Maybe you were also correct to mention that since the price has gone up and perhaps the brew has gone down. I purchased that Henry McKenna because you two raved about it's flavor and smoothness and frankly it is very low on my list for the bottles I have. I find it to be high proof harsh on the palatte and very earthy tasting.
    GReat show though and I'm gonna try to find some of the Bowman in my travels.

  • @robertmckay5925
    @robertmckay5925 Рік тому

    😂Y'all guys are almost as crazy as I am. I love the way you joke with each other.
    And of course I love the information too. Even if I can't afford to buy what you're talking about (if there's any single barrel out there that's within my price range, I don't know of it), y'all are always interesting, entertaining, and informative. 🙂

  • @MrWright14
    @MrWright14 Рік тому +1

    Love the blinds!

  • @markmaioli4
    @markmaioli4 Рік тому +1

    This was a very good one guys! I have the John J Bowman downstairs but haven't opened it yet - tonight might have to be the night 👍🤘

  • @artistfkaW
    @artistfkaW Рік тому +1

    i had no idea matt damon and woody harrelson had a whiskey channel. cool

  • @chrisbowers3275
    @chrisbowers3275 Рік тому

    Just picked up a bottle of John j bowman single barrel at my local store it was limit one I had heard of it but never tried it watched this video while I was at work and looking forward to giving it a try being eagle rare is my normal pour .

  • @eyeball34undead54
    @eyeball34undead54 Рік тому +1

    Great job, guys. And Trenton, even if you're wrong 100% of the time, it's not all bad since you're still standing around sipping bourbon :)

  • @bandito85fx
    @bandito85fx Рік тому

    Hey guys, when I sip a higher proof then sample something lower. It has a completely different taste. Should you be sipping water between samples? Your videos have saved me and condemned me. In a good way. ✌️

  • @dustinpischel3058
    @dustinpischel3058 Рік тому

    Congrats on getting on Matt Madness!! Good luck!!

  • @johnlowell7174
    @johnlowell7174 Рік тому

    Love the John J Bowman!

  • @kevinmathis1278
    @kevinmathis1278 Рік тому

    Trenton, congrats on your round 1 win in Matt Madness. You've got this.

  • @tredingwater144
    @tredingwater144 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations on reaching 100k. Well done.

  • @lezlielockett3461
    @lezlielockett3461 Рік тому

    Way to go, Rebecca!!! You killed it...

  • @machiavelli_g4458
    @machiavelli_g4458 Рік тому

    TO THE GUY AT THE HUNTERSVILLE NC ABC. THANKS FOR PUTTING ME ON TO THE SLB PATREON!

  • @MrArnold213
    @MrArnold213 Рік тому

    Oh, my God! You guys had too much fun with this one.

  • @josephmorgan5018
    @josephmorgan5018 Рік тому

    Received a bottle of Baker's for Christmas. Pleasantly surprised on how great a pour it was.

  • @leeknowlton7303
    @leeknowlton7303 Рік тому +1

    I'm really hoping Sazerac products get fairer distribution when they get their new distributer lined up.

    • @williamgullett5911
      @williamgullett5911 Рік тому

      I walked into a Costco a couple days ago and asked if they had anything new. The guy said "you just missed the Handy...just sold the last bottle". I asked him why he hated me so much that he would tell me that. They got 9 bottles and sold it for $84.

  • @theukyankee
    @theukyankee Рік тому

    Trenton, I totally got what you were saying with photosynthesis taste - green!

  • @karl0318
    @karl0318 Рік тому

    I absolutely love the McKenna 10-year SB! The viscosity could be a little higher. That would come from a higher proof. Yet as is, it is a "Buy Again" hands down!

  • @shawic64
    @shawic64 Рік тому +1

    You guys are great. You have a very good show. Thanks.

  • @FishOn1
    @FishOn1 Рік тому

    Love the blinds. Gotta agree the HM 10yr is not something I seek out. Never had the L7. I like the B7 a lot. (Well done IDing that one Trenton!) also love the JJB. I got lucky enough to buy a cask strength about a month ago, but haven’t opened it yet. Cheers!

  • @enricojaun2880
    @enricojaun2880 Рік тому

    Im in md. Bowman has always been plentiful... untill recently. Its now allocated too.

  • @bruceN0610
    @bruceN0610 Рік тому

    Trenton's tasting notes are spectacular!! Spot on my boy!! 👌🏻

  • @jdickinson1977
    @jdickinson1977 Рік тому +1

    Can't wait to see Trenton on Matt Maddness!

  • @juliestockton8079
    @juliestockton8079 Рік тому

    You two are cracking me up! I laughed out loud about the Mater frosting! And I'm also a big fan of the WTWT, Matt Porter! I've been looking for John J. Bowman for awhile now. I've never had it. Love y'all! Keep up the great videos and entertainment.

  • @mistermom310
    @mistermom310 Рік тому

    I'm a big fan of the Four Roses Single Barrel 😋🥃

  • @DC632A
    @DC632A Рік тому

    Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit. Hands down top dawg

  • @matthewlenehan3345
    @matthewlenehan3345 Рік тому

    Love that Baker’s 7 year.

  • @vetman548
    @vetman548 Рік тому

    McKenna is one of my favorites. I wonder if you can just get bad bottles sometimes.

  • @bradleyrichey3519
    @bradleyrichey3519 Рік тому +1

    I’m glad you put Henry McKenna 10 year last because I think it comes off really weird and earthy. I was extremely disappointed in it. But I also like more sweet bourbons with some proof bite.

  • @jasonkappel2630
    @jasonkappel2630 Рік тому +1

    Been fun watching the sub growth! Congrats!

  • @johnklampe1254
    @johnklampe1254 Рік тому

    I’ve heard of drinking so much you can taste colors or see sounds but tasting science/biochemistry is new to me. Must be good stuff.

  • @jakeene
    @jakeene Рік тому +1

    Always love the blind tasting episodes. Keep up the great work!

  • @RxSquatch
    @RxSquatch Рік тому

    I love Baker’s 7 single barrel, and seemed to me to make a jump in character/quality/profile when they moved Baker’s from small batch to single barrel several years ago.

  • @Abby_Normal_1969
    @Abby_Normal_1969 Рік тому +5

    Wow, guys. Sneaking up on 100K. Keep up the good work. Bourbon is proof that there is a God and He wants us to be happy.

  • @antmazzuca8
    @antmazzuca8 Рік тому

    Mater Frosting hahahaha you guys are hilarious. Have a great weekend fellas!

  • @crivitzguy5017
    @crivitzguy5017 Рік тому

    "THE BEAUTY OF THE BLIND"...now THERE'S a tee shirt! I think I figured out Trenton's strategy. It's taste, talk...retaste, talk....retaste again, talk...and THEN, all the glasses are empty! Way to go Trenton! Interesting show too, guys. Thank you!

  • @Mike-cb7gt
    @Mike-cb7gt Рік тому

    I picked up 2 John J Bowman driving through Virginia. I only wish I had bought more.

  • @TenaciousRock27
    @TenaciousRock27 Рік тому +1

    Come on Kurt we JUST talked about how good McKenna was and then you film this video LOL but great episode! Make sure "photosynthesis" is added to the SLB palate wheel moving forward :)

  • @pwrbomb1970
    @pwrbomb1970 Рік тому +1

    My fav SiB bourbons have to be RR SiB, Four Roses SiB, John J Bowman SiB, Bakers 7.

  • @jugies01
    @jugies01 Рік тому

    That’s awesome that you’re gonna be on Matt Madness!

  • @MrCritterJohn
    @MrCritterJohn Рік тому

    Thanks for the laugh with the “mader” frosting lol

  • @brandonbliss2450
    @brandonbliss2450 Рік тому

    Have you tried western reserve? Might be a new favorite.

  • @alandiaz1041
    @alandiaz1041 Рік тому

    Glad I did a fast forward on this video to the reveal. I can’t get any of the bottles you had in the blind.

  • @rebellockett6956
    @rebellockett6956 Рік тому

    Mrs. SLB knows more than you think, guys.

  • @Robert.Sheard
    @Robert.Sheard Рік тому

    "I'm getting a note of atom splitting, maybe even cold fusion." 😂
    That Baker's 7 is on my radar. I keep hearing good things and I'm hoping I'll be able to find it.

  • @BB-sc1jv
    @BB-sc1jv Рік тому

    Interesting. Henry McKenna was once one of my favorites. Last bottle I procured seemed to have a different profile. Thought it was my palate. Would like to see a blind taste with this bottle today and the bottle Trent has with barreling and bottling date for both. The distilleries do an excellent job with consistency but these are single barrels in different oak barrels from corn grown in a different season. Others, please join my bandwagon and request to blind taste this bottle, Trent’s, and maybe a third different bottle from different barrel if one is available. They respond when multiple requests are made for the same review.

  • @SuperPoplyfe
    @SuperPoplyfe Рік тому

    So glad to find you guys on here. I am getting so much out of watching you both describe the profiles as you come across them. Thanks for this.

  • @funnyframer2
    @funnyframer2 Рік тому

    Congratulations on 100K subscribers!!🥂