George Dickel makes whiskeys that I really enjoy at a very reasonable price point. And I am an Ardbeg 10 year single malt fan saying this. It is great to hear what happens when you let their products air out for awhile. My experience exactly. The master distiller, Nicole Austin, has done a phenomenal job in Tullahoma TN at Cascade Hollow. I think her 8 year old Bourbon is a masterpiece. It is rated at 93 on Whiskey Advocate. But the #12 Superior Recipe, now wisely rebranded as the Signature Recipe, is my favorite whiskey at their very reasonable price point. Maybe the best whiskey for the price to be found.
As a historical side note: During the Prohibition years, only George Dickel was allowed to be prescribed by doctors as a medicinal remedy due to the almost total absence of seed oils in the product. That chilled filtering removes the last traces of the waxy corn oil residue from the whisky.
Actually, there were six distilleries licensed during prohibition. George Dickel & Co. moved its operations to Louisville's Stitzel-Weller Distillery, where it continued to produce whiskey even during national Prohibition using a medicinal license.
Bottled in Bond was the Whiskey of the year in 2019. My Father owns a Liquor Store in TN and always recommends all the GD line, and in fact that is our families preferred whiskey.
This dude at the liquor store recommended number 12 George dickel and I dig it. I actually think it's better than Jack for sure. Weller is still the best bang for the buck. I think it might even be on the same level as makers mark!
Started drinking these when I was in the service. Had a guy that his dad worked at this distillery have been a fan since. Way better than Jack as far as I'm concerned.
First off thank you for your service. I know alot of fellow whiskey drinkers that don't care for George Dickel but I think the unique flavor is what makes it so good and interesting. Cheers!
@@TheMashandDrum i really like the no.12, i'm hoping for BiB in my area soon, I'm thinking it'll be extremely tasting, super underrated (the No.12 ) for the price
@@TheMashandDrum delicious, have a glass of #12 in front of me right now, the mix of oak + rye spice leaves such a nice taste of peanut, fantastic for $20-$25!! for 750ml
Jason- I watched this and bought a bottle of the 12 today. I have to say it is pretty darn good for $23 in my area (Indy). I got a VERY, very faint whiff of the "minerality" (1st glass) but it dissipates and I am enjoying a nice woody/vanilla/maple/spice taste. Goes down easy and that peppery finish indeed lingers. TY for the review and recommendation (not sure if it still stands 2 years later). I'd always passed on GD but now will try some of the other types. Happy Holidays.
Hi Jason, I 100% agree with you on all counts. You do need to add the Dickel hand select barrel 9 year to your collection if you can get access to it. It is less oaked than the BIB, but higher proof at 104 and nine years old. I picked that one up on a whim here in Georgia and did exactly as you described. I immediately drank 3 or 4 drams and put it away as I felt it was average. A few weeks later I pulled it back out as a starter to my flight for the night. All of a sudden, this was a really enjoyable whisky. It really got to me. I got butter, buttered popcorn, and caramel on then nose and the palate finished in this really enjoyable honey roasted peanut. Since then I have tracked down the BIB when I was in TN and noticed last week that it has now hit the shelves in GA. The next time you go back to the BIB, see if you can fined the tropical fruit notes and toasted coconut. I agree that it is oakey. It is also complex for a bourbon. I usually have to get to scotch to get something that changes and has multiple notes like this one does. Everyone should set aside their preconceived bias to TN whiskey (which I definitely had going in) and give these an honest shake. As you stated, the neck pour will fool you so you have to give it time. If you cannot find the hand select barrel, hit me up. I may or may not have stockpiled a few bottles ;)
Hey Neil! Wow! You totally nailed the tropical note. It was coming through to me as a cherry in the review but yes..there is this tropical juicy fruit type flavor to it. The mineral flavor has definitely turned into a honey roasted peanut. I can get the Dickel barrel select here so I will definitely we grabbing one. Cheers and thanks for your feedback and tasting notes.
@@TheMashandDrum ok, I have been trying to figure out how to private message you and apparently i am too dumb to figure it out. So, email me at olsencues@gmail.com and we can help you get a bottle of the hand selected barrel
Keep in mind the 13 year was released in December 2019 the 11 year was released in May of 2020. These two bottled in bond are the first from Dickle and we think the 11 year is better than the 13 year. Good luck finding the 13 now as it was a small release and the one that won the awards!
Jason as always was can count on you for a clear and unpretentious review. I’ve been drinking the BiB for a couple years but have often wondered about the other two.
Hey buddy great review, really enjoyed hearing about all three. Don't have much experience with Dickel either, looking forward to maybe getting into this a bit more. I'll have to look for the #12. Cheers buddy and as always great video
My local liquor store got 6 bottles of the BIB in and I snagged one of them. Delicious. I guess my palate isn't sophisticated enough to pick up the Flintstone vitamin everyone talks about. I don't pick that up at all. My favorite whiskey for the last couple of years has been Michter's American. I did a blind taste test with the Dickel BIB three separate times and it won every time. I will definitely grab a bottle whenever it is available in my are. Great review.
Superior 12 was super cheap at my local store so I bought a bottle. I got a strong cherry and foeder aged sour beer aromas on the nose, which was amazing. The Flintstones vitamin flavour was pretty prevalent, but started to dissipate in my glass while I sipped. I hope it dissipates in the bottle as more air gets into it! There were some great flavours (the custard and vanilla that you mentioned) underneath that I suspect will be more prominent if the mineral quality goes away.
The advice to not judge a bottle on the first pour applies to just about all whiskey. Except the ones you happen to love instantly (which sometimes may end up boring). But for me a number of whiskies I initially hated, became favorites. No pain - no gain. Many worthwhile things in life are an acquired taste.
Thank you for another fantastic review and incites. I just tried the Dickel 12 and I was surprised to that I liked it. George Dickel is on my list of whisky to have on hand.
Just got the BIB after the Whiskey Advocate Award. Man is it wonderful. Even more complex than McKenna 10 year. Definitely not mixing it in spite of 100 proof.
Great review Jason! Spot on!! I live in Coffee Co, TN and live about 20 miles from Cascade Hollow. I have been a Dickel fan since the mid 60's. I watched and listened carefully for you to make a mistake. Maybe spell whisky with an "e". Ha Ha . I like ole #12 Superior, but my favorite now is the new BIB. Excellent review!! Cheers
Thanks so much! If I can get the approval from someone that's a been a Dickel fan since the mid 60's then I can rest easy. The BiB is growing on me more. The 12 really surprised me. Can't wait to try more. Cheers!
I’m also from Tennessee. Just a pinch west of the Tennessee River. I have been a fan of George Dickel since the 1980’s. I prefer the white label No. 12. I’m going to find a bottle of the GD Bonded. 👍🏼👍🏼
We have the 11 year bottled in bond that came out this year in May and selling fast! Come see us at Gateway package store in Gatlinburg! I have a 13 year and we like the 11 year better! We sold our 13 in about 2 months, January and February this year.
Usually age. Recipe 8 and 12 spend different times in the barrel. Could be a different blend. Also depending on where it ages in the warehouse can also yield a different flavor profile.
I’ve been a Dickel fan for a long time now, although I don’t bother with the No.8. I really like the new BIB, but there are a lot of NDP branded barrel proof bottles out there that are worth seeking out too!
I think you did a really good job on this review. I stumbled upon your channel this early morning. I have always been a fan of George dical but the seeing in-depth review and the way you gave the history and the graphics of the mash label I thought was Fantastic.This is my 1st video of yours and I'm not sure if that's Characteristic of your other videos but this 1 in Particular you did a great job and also the #12 superior is my choice between the 3
Thanks for this review Jason. The bonded landed in No. Calif. last month and I'm really enjoying it - my first ever Dickel product. Gonna try the 12 next. Agree that the vitamin fades after a bit to a wonderful oaky, peanuty, floral nose.
Can't beat the price to taste ratio for GD products. Haven't seen or tasted the BiB yet, will definitely pick one up when I can a 13 year for only 35. No brainer.
Only tried the 12 thus far. Agree with your comment on the mineral taste. Once you get bottle past the neck and shoulders it takes on a whole new more mellow flavor.
The Bottled in Bond is one of the best whiskeys I have ever tasted. Unfortunately I can only find this at one store in my town and they will only sell you one bottle at a time at a price of $55.
Fun review! I just bought my second bottle of the Blue Label today. I live in Coffee County about 15 miles from the distillery. This is available in only one shop in my town and is going for $42 per bottle, and only one bottle per customer. It's fantastic!
Really enjoyed this video. I picked up a GD BiB bottle in July when it was first released in NC and snagged the last bottle in my local store. At the same time I grabbed a 375 mL of GD #12. I think the GD BiB is an amazing value at $35 for its age, and such a unique taste compared to other bourbons and BiBs available. I'm happy you reviewed it, I have not seen many whiskey channels reviewing this release.
Great review. I have been a Dickel 12 fan for many years. I had the BiB this past weekend and cannot agree more in that it is waaaaay oaky. It got less intense as the bottle was emptied. I will stick with the "White Label" 12. Cheers
Dickel 12 was the first to show me I didn't hate all Tennessee whiskey, only JD. I loved it and look forward to getting another bottle. Not sure i want the BIB with that oak punch.
Opened the 12 last night, the neck pour is pretty evident. Drank about 4oz, first was pretty medicinal, the 4th oz was starting to get a little better. I'm gonna let it sit for a few weeks and see what happens.
Flintstone's vitamins? I'm drinking GD 12 right now (my first GD ever of any kind) and I'm not getting that at all. Obviously, several different people must be saying that so I guess it's just a difference in palate. This 12 is great imo, I'm tasting what you referred to in your review and since mine was just opened, I'll look for it to get better with time and air. I'll have to keep my eyes peeled for the B & B as well. Overall, I definitely would buy the 12 again and the price is $22.99 at my store which I think is a super value. Great review as always, thanks for what you do!
Great video, I just subscribed. What brought me here was that I tried a Dickel 15 on a Tennessee flight at a whiskey bar here in Florida and I loved it. I think the three Dickel’s on this video will be easier for me to find than the 15. I’ll pickup these three this weekend and hunt for the 15. Hopefully you have a review on the 15 or will do one.
I'm I big fan of the Bottle in Bond and a great price for what it is. I get this waxy feel that coats the mouth and lingers for a while which I really like.
I live near Jack Daniels and George Dickel. Locally, it's like a football rivalry. Both teams claim the other tastes too much like charcoal. I'll take team Dickel. I went there a few months ago. I picked up a single barrel 9 yo 103 proof in the visitors center. I haven't opened it.
I could imagine...I like the JD single barrel and premium offerings over Dickel. But these 20 dollar and 30 dollar offerings from Dickel I would take over JD's budget offerings.
I agree the 12 is my favorite I'm a regular drinker the fall 2005 100 proof was good but $43 I normally pay around $30 in ga drinking the 12 I do shots only the bottles just don't last it's soooo good also great video 💯👌🎬
Jason, Great background on the Dickel. Always like to hear stories how liquor was sold as medicine. "Mellow as moonlight" reminds me of Kessler's "Smooth as silk." So all 3 are technically bourbons that they like to then call Tennessee whisky. To me, the Lincoln process of soaking rather than dripping thru the charcoal makes more sense. By the way, I keep enjoying your special shaped glasses, with the curved bourbon glass (used for water in this video) my favorite and the Canadian glencairn a nice change of pace. The # 12 sounds like great competition for Jim Beam and maybe Buffalo Trace at around $20 to 25. CHEERS!
I want to drink George Dickle. I really do, and will continue to buy them because they're local. BUT, someone please explain to me HOW a whisky that's " chill filtered" AND " charcoal mellowed" AND in a barrel 5-7 years can come out SO HOT? 🔥It makes no sense. It should easily be in the top 20 in whisky sales in the US with all the effort that goes into it, and no one can tell me Canadian Mist, Southern Comfort, and Seagrams makes a better product! And they out sell us 3 to 1. Frustrating!
After hearing about these during Sunday night's live stream I have been looking forward to this review. Your pop-up banners look a lot like the Stream Yard comment banners. Great review, I'll keep my eyes open for some Dickel!
Love yr show: your History recap priceless (as with other clips) - always come here for things not yet available on the shelves. THX. (( btw, i would super-boost the 8 with a shot of BIB, hehe just saying ))
Ok buddy so you sold me on trying to go and find these. I've really want to try the new release that came out. I think there are some hidden gems in those barrels of their's. Cheers broski
Hello Jason: I enjoyed this Side by Side. I enjoy George Dickel's expressions, to my nose and palette, there is a Sweet Corn note in George Dickel expressions, probably due to the 84% Corn component in the Mash Bill. Here are my Impressions SLÁINTE Mike GEORGE DICKEL # 8 Tennessee Whisky 8/6/19 40% ABV NAS Said to be 4 to 6 years old This is my Second Sitting with this whisky COLOR: Amber with many legs running moderately NOSE: Sweet Corn Syrup PALETE: Medium Mouthfeel A dry corn note, which becomes a bit sweeter as I roll it around in my mouth. There is also rising alcohol burn, but it is mild; a drying sense comes in behind it. FINISH: Corn Sweetness going down followed by a puckering drying sense With one drop of Spring water NOSE: Sweet Corn PALETE: The mouthfeel is thinner and there is more dryness and less corn sweetness FINISH: Very Peppery with some sting on the tongue followed by a Drying The legs on this glass neat promised something that did not come through. The mouthfeel was medium neat, but I was hoping for a little more. There is that Corn Sweetness that I enjoy in George Dickel with its 84% Corn in the Mashbill, but not as sweet as the #12. There is a young sense to this whisky and it is. The mouthfeel is thinner at 40% ABV. I really enjoy the #12 and I just got the Bottled in Bond and I enjoy it as well. I recommend either and the 12 is widely available. GEORGE DICKEL NO. 12 TENNESSEE WHISKEY 9/11/16 NAS Mash Bill 84% Corn 8% Rye 8% Malted Barley (Whiskey Jug) As is my Habit, I let it Sit 2 hours while I did various things. COLOR: Amber Brown with Nice Legs moving Slowly. NOSE: Interesting Rich Brandy Notes upon opening the Bottle. These Continued in the Glass; followed by Rich, Sweet Caramel and Vanilla with Hints of Barrel Char. The Vanilla and Caramel Come forward in the Nose after my first mouthful with some Barrel Char underneath. PALETTE: Sweet Caramel and Vanilla Arrival with a Rich Creamy Mouth Feel. Pepper Rising as I Swirl it; in addition to, Nice Wood Smoke and Charcoal notes almost sweet interestingly. FINISH: Spicy and Drying with the Creamy Mouth Feel lingering and still that touch of Corn Sweetness. I am enjoying this Whiskey! A Pleasant Rich Sweetness with a nice mix of Spicy Notes. The Charcoal Notes are well integrated and add Complexity to this Tennessee Whiskey. This is my Second Dram and I liked my First. The air has done good things to GEORGE DICKEL No. 12. The Brandy Note was a Pleasant surprise. GEORGE DICKEL Barrel Select Tennessee Whisky 43% ABV, Double Distilled and Charcoal Mellowed Distilled once in a Column Still and once in a Pot Still (The Whiskey Jug) Chill-filtered Mash: 84% corn, 8% rye, 8% malted barley 10-12 yrs (The Whiskey Jug) COLOR: Medium brown shading slightly orange. Nice Ring with many legs running moderately. NOSE: Rich sweet caramel, corn sweetness with wood spice notes underneath. There is also a cola note somewhere in the mix. PALETTE: Light Corn Sweetness a bit like candy corn with caramel and charcoal spice notes mixing creating a nice medley. The mouthfeel is creamy and coating with a medium viscosity. FINISH: Charcoal with sweet corn edges going down with a light pepper filling my mouth; resolving to a dryness with a cream corn sweetness With 1 drop of Poland Spring Water NOSE: Airy sweet corn note with wood char lightly in the background. The wood char note is absent from later nosings leaving an airy corn sweetness PALETTE: Light sweet corn arrival with notes of popcorn, even a slight saltiness quickly followed by spice and a drying sense. There is light caramel as I swirl it with wood char mixing in. The light caramel reminds. The mouthfeel is lighter and less creamy. It too has an airy quality. FINISH: A toothpaste sweetness going down. Light spice rises; resolving to light wood char mixed with cream corn sweetness. With 3 drops of Poland Spring water (an extra drop went in) NOSE: A mixture of Corn sweetness and light wood char. It is overall a sweet note. PALETTE: Light sweetness with spice rising from my tongue. There is a drying sense as I swirl it around with light sweetness around the edges and spiciness mixing in with a light wood char note there as well. FINISH: a mixture of spice and sweetness with light pepper on my tongue resolving to an airy corn sweetness. There is a grainy sense on my tongue. I enjoy this whisky. There is a nice combination of corn sweetness and wood char note. The wood char note is even sweet around the edges; which results in a very nice complexity. The wood char note is more prominent than in bourbon which makes it different to my tastebuds, but there is always a corn sweetness somewhere to prevent an overall charcoal taste. In addition, I found the airy sweetness with water very pleasant. Highly recommended! GEORGE DICKEL 13 yr. old Bottled in Bond Tennessee Whiskey 50%ABV Mash bill: 84% corn, 8% rye, and 8% malted barley, 7/9/19 Left the whiskey sit in the glass for 30 minutes to open COLOR: Mahogany with many legs running moderately NOSE: Mild wood char behind creamy vanilla, with a corn meal note floating around. PALETTE: A nice merging of vanilla and wood char with a slight tingle from the alcohol, neither dominates. Medium mouthfeel FINISH: Drying which resolves to a sweet butter note on my tongue With 1 drop of spring water NOSE: Corn sweetness with a thinner vanilla note PALETTE: Light corn sweetness followed but drying and tingling on my tongue, a medium mouthfeel remains. FINISH: Sweet corn with drying and a tingle on my tongue; resolving to a dry corn note, then a complete dry sense With 2 drops of spring water NOSE: A candy sweet note PALETTE: A light sweet note followed by drying and tingle on my tongue FINISH: Sweet corn followed by a cotton mouth dryness. I really enjoyed this Tennessee Whiskey neat. The corn meal note in the nose was nice. The sweet butter note in the finish is something I have not experienced before and it was very pleasant. The mingled Palette of vanilla and wood char with nether taking center stage created a complexity that I enjoyed. I was concerned that at 13 years the wood char note would begin to dominate, but I was proved wrong. I expected a richer mouthfeel at 50% ABV. The candy sweet note on the nose with 2 drops of water is another thing I liked! The 84% corn percentage in the mash bill allowed the corn notes to come forward and show a sweeter side to aged corn whiskey. Highly recommended!!
This is an amazing breakdown and very similar experiences to what I had. It is very corn, caramel and vanilla forward. The charcoal and mineral characteristic do give way to some nice peanut and floral notes. I would sip the 12 or the BiB any day of the week. thanks so much for your breakdown..I love when a viewer does this. Cheers!
George Dickel Bottled In Bond meets all of the criteria by being distilled at Cascade Hallow Distillery in fall of 2005 and stored at the distillery for 13 years. It was overseen by one distiller. But she chose the barrels that were bottled that met the flavors she wanted. So although she didn't distill it, they say her fingerprint is on the release since she chose the barrels over the last year or so before release.
@@TheMashandDrum The only Jack Daniel's that I haven't been able to get my paws on and try is the Single Barrel Barrel Proof, which I am assured by many is the Ne Plus Ultra expression of Jack... Every other Jack expression to me is nothing special. I imagine I will need to try it some day! The only Dickel expression that I have really taken to up to now is the Rye sourced from MGP!
Yeah the BiB changes alot from pour to pour. Very oaky but the sweetness gets better. I can see why this is mixed. But anyone who is judging it from a neck pour is doing the whisky a disservice.
@@TheMashandDrum didn't hear the Chew. I notice an edit at alot of the swallows. Not an attack just would be curious as to the reasoning if it were true. I would roll my eyes though 😉
George Dickel makes whiskeys that I really enjoy at a very reasonable price point. And I am an Ardbeg 10 year single malt fan saying this. It is great to hear what happens when you let their products air out for awhile. My experience exactly. The master distiller, Nicole Austin, has done a phenomenal job in Tullahoma TN at Cascade Hollow. I think her 8 year old Bourbon is a masterpiece. It is rated at 93 on Whiskey Advocate. But the #12 Superior Recipe, now wisely rebranded as the Signature Recipe, is my favorite whiskey at their very reasonable price point. Maybe the best whiskey for the price to be found.
Been a George Deckel man my entire adult life. Glad to see someone who knows what they're doing confirming that it's as good as I think it is.
I appreciate your in-depth descriptions and taste are very close to mine
I'll take Old Grandda any day
The fact that you acquired a Flintstone vitamins got a add from me
I Love the Rye
I get sour patch kids from Dickell 12 which I love....the 12 is great
Just what I was looking for. You are good at this. Everyone else I found was just slurping and yapping.
8 is sweet sippin all day long
It’s the finest on the market
theres no way he can distinguish all those different flavors that fast as soon as he takes one sip
As a historical side note: During the Prohibition years, only George Dickel was allowed to be prescribed by doctors as a medicinal remedy due to the almost total absence of seed oils in the product. That chilled filtering removes the last traces of the waxy corn oil residue from the whisky.
Actually, there were six distilleries licensed during prohibition. George Dickel & Co. moved its operations to Louisville's Stitzel-Weller Distillery, where it continued to produce whiskey even during national Prohibition using a medicinal license.
Bottled in Bond was the Whiskey of the year in 2019. My Father owns a Liquor Store in TN and always recommends all the GD line, and in fact that is our families preferred whiskey.
I discovered this 4 years ago here in Australia. Damn fine whiskey
Jack D is good, but always felt that those that "know"...drink G. Dickel.
Mr. Dickel comes from Germany near Frankfurt/M.
New to drinking whiskey/bourbon but I don’t get that vitamin smell or taste. Very good taste to me, sweet, smooth. Cost here in Cali was 28
This dude at the liquor store recommended number 12 George dickel and I dig it. I actually think it's better than Jack for sure. Weller is still the best bang for the buck. I think it might even be on the same level as makers mark!
Jason does the best job of rating whisky in my opinion. Thanks.
Started drinking these when I was in the service. Had a guy that his dad worked at this distillery have been a fan since. Way better than Jack as far as I'm concerned.
First off thank you for your service. I know alot of fellow whiskey drinkers that don't care for George Dickel but I think the unique flavor is what makes it so good and interesting. Cheers!
@@TheMashandDrum i really like the no.12, i'm hoping for BiB in my area soon, I'm thinking it'll be extremely tasting, super underrated (the No.12 ) for the price
@@TheMashandDrum delicious, have a glass of #12 in front of me right now, the mix of oak + rye spice leaves such a nice taste of peanut, fantastic for $20-$25!! for 750ml
Jason- I watched this and bought a bottle of the 12 today. I have to say it is pretty darn good for $23 in my area (Indy). I got a VERY, very faint whiff of the "minerality" (1st glass) but it dissipates and I am enjoying a nice woody/vanilla/maple/spice taste. Goes down easy and that peppery finish indeed lingers. TY for the review and recommendation (not sure if it still stands 2 years later). I'd always passed on GD but now will try some of the other types. Happy Holidays.
Bib is 1 of my current favorites right now and I just did pick up the 12 today
Awesome! The BiB grew on me more as its opening up. May become my fav as it opens up a bit more
I love the #12 and always have a bottle of it at home. Going to keep my eyes peeled for the BIB!
cheers!
George Dickle is massively underated plus my home town so I am a tad biased.
Hi Jason, I 100% agree with you on all counts. You do need to add the Dickel hand select barrel 9 year to your collection if you can get access to it. It is less oaked than the BIB, but higher proof at 104 and nine years old. I picked that one up on a whim here in Georgia and did exactly as you described. I immediately drank 3 or 4 drams and put it away as I felt it was average. A few weeks later I pulled it back out as a starter to my flight for the night. All of a sudden, this was a really enjoyable whisky. It really got to me. I got butter, buttered popcorn, and caramel on then nose and the palate finished in this really enjoyable honey roasted peanut. Since then I have tracked down the BIB when I was in TN and noticed last week that it has now hit the shelves in GA. The next time you go back to the BIB, see if you can fined the tropical fruit notes and toasted coconut. I agree that it is oakey. It is also complex for a bourbon. I usually have to get to scotch to get something that changes and has multiple notes like this one does. Everyone should set aside their preconceived bias to TN whiskey (which I definitely had going in) and give these an honest shake. As you stated, the neck pour will fool you so you have to give it time. If you cannot find the hand select barrel, hit me up. I may or may not have stockpiled a few bottles ;)
Hey Neil! Wow! You totally nailed the tropical note. It was coming through to me as a cherry in the review but yes..there is this tropical juicy fruit type flavor to it. The mineral flavor has definitely turned into a honey roasted peanut. I can get the Dickel barrel select here so I will definitely we grabbing one. Cheers and thanks for your feedback and tasting notes.
@@TheMashandDrum The barrel select is not the same thing as the hand selected barrel. Look for the latter
@@neilolsen2034 oohhh..ok...so maybe I do need your help tracking one down. lol
And thanks for the compliment on the tasting note. I really think the BIB will become a sought after hard to find whisky
@@TheMashandDrum ok, I have been trying to figure out how to private message you and apparently i am too dumb to figure it out. So, email me at olsencues@gmail.com and we can help you get a bottle of the hand selected barrel
Keep in mind the 13 year was released in December 2019 the 11 year was released in May of 2020. These two bottled in bond are the first from Dickle and we think the 11 year is better than the 13 year. Good luck finding the 13 now as it was a small release and the one that won the awards!
#12 is always my go to whiskey, I love it. The George Dickel Rye is pretty great as well.
Thanks for sharing your comments.I have been a No.12 fan for years.Really enjoy all your reviews.Thanks!
Very informative. Thank you.
Is a Tennessee 3way any different from a regular 3way? Didn't know if I should move
Jason, you're are so right. My 13-year bottle and bond definitely opened up once I got into it.
All the bottles did. It's really crazy.
Jason as always was can count on you for a clear and unpretentious review. I’ve been drinking the BiB for a couple years but have often wondered about the other two.
Hey buddy great review, really enjoyed hearing about all three. Don't have much experience with Dickel either, looking forward to maybe getting into this a bit more. I'll have to look for the #12. Cheers buddy and as always great video
Thanks Scotty! For 20 bucks, the 12 is worth a try! The bottled in bond is an amazing value and pretty delicious too!
I am a Dickel fan as well! The only Dickel I dont have is #8, so I will pick one up soon!
My local liquor store got 6 bottles of the BIB in and I snagged one of them. Delicious. I guess my palate isn't sophisticated enough to pick up the Flintstone vitamin everyone talks about. I don't pick that up at all. My favorite whiskey for the last couple of years has been Michter's American. I did a blind taste test with the Dickel BIB three separate times and it won every time. I will definitely grab a bottle whenever it is available in my are. Great review.
Superior 12 was super cheap at my local store so I bought a bottle. I got a strong cherry and foeder aged sour beer aromas on the nose, which was amazing. The Flintstones vitamin flavour was pretty prevalent, but started to dissipate in my glass while I sipped. I hope it dissipates in the bottle as more air gets into it! There were some great flavours (the custard and vanilla that you mentioned) underneath that I suspect will be more prominent if the mineral quality goes away.
The advice to not judge a bottle on the first pour applies to just about all whiskey. Except the ones you happen to love instantly (which sometimes may end up boring). But for me a number of whiskies I initially hated, became favorites. No pain - no gain. Many worthwhile things in life are an acquired taste.
Very true. But so many people still judge on a neck pour so I ways feel like I have to say something
@@TheMashandDrum as well you should 😀
Thank you for another fantastic review and incites. I just tried the Dickel 12 and I was surprised to that I liked it. George Dickel is on my list of whisky to have on hand.
Just got the BIB after the Whiskey Advocate Award. Man is it wonderful. Even more complex than McKenna 10 year. Definitely not mixing it in spite of 100 proof.
Great review Jason! Spot on!! I live in Coffee Co, TN and live about 20 miles from Cascade Hollow. I have been a Dickel fan since the mid 60's. I watched and listened carefully for you to make a mistake. Maybe spell whisky with an "e". Ha Ha . I like ole #12 Superior, but my favorite now is the new BIB. Excellent review!! Cheers
Thanks so much! If I can get the approval from someone that's a been a Dickel fan since the mid 60's then I can rest easy. The BiB is growing on me more. The 12 really surprised me. Can't wait to try more. Cheers!
I’m also from Tennessee. Just a pinch west of the Tennessee River. I have been a fan of George Dickel since the 1980’s. I prefer the white label No. 12. I’m going to find a bottle of the GD Bonded. 👍🏼👍🏼
We have the 11 year bottled in bond that came out this year in May and selling fast! Come see us at Gateway package store in Gatlinburg! I have a 13 year and we like the 11 year better! We sold our 13 in about 2 months, January and February this year.
@@brucebelitz3451 I agree; I also think the 11yr BIB is even better than the 13yr that was awarded The Whisky Advocate's whisky of the year in 2019.
When the ingredients are the same in portion ... 84-8-8, what accounts for such differences in taste? Time? Please advise. Thanks
Usually age. Recipe 8 and 12 spend different times in the barrel. Could be a different blend. Also depending on where it ages in the warehouse can also yield a different flavor profile.
I’ve been a Dickel fan for a long time now, although I don’t bother with the No.8. I really like the new BIB, but there are a lot of NDP branded barrel proof bottles out there that are worth seeking out too!
I think you did a really good job on this review. I stumbled upon your channel this early morning. I have always been a fan of George dical but the seeing in-depth review and the way you gave the history and the graphics of the mash label I thought was Fantastic.This is my 1st video of yours and I'm not sure if that's Characteristic of your other videos but this 1 in Particular you did a great job and also the #12 superior is my choice between the 3
Thanks for this review Jason. The bonded landed in No. Calif. last month and I'm really enjoying it - my first ever Dickel product. Gonna try the 12 next. Agree that the vitamin fades after a bit to a wonderful oaky, peanuty, floral nose.
Totally agree! People Alwaysays mention the vitamin note but it totally goes away after a some air and makes way for that peanut brittle note. Cheers!
Great video Dickle 12 is my go to $28 a fifth in ga
Can't beat the price to taste ratio for GD products. Haven't seen or tasted the BiB yet, will definitely pick one up when I can a 13 year for only 35. No brainer.
Only tried the 12 thus far. Agree with your comment on the mineral taste. Once you get bottle past the neck and shoulders it takes on a whole new more mellow flavor.
GD 12 is one of my absolute favorites ... great nose and flavors. It’s probably my top daily drinker.
The Bottled in Bond is one of the best whiskeys I have ever tasted. Unfortunately I can only find this at one store in my town and they will only sell you one bottle at a time at a price of $55.
Fun review! I just bought my second bottle of the Blue Label today. I live in Coffee County about 15 miles from the distillery. This is available in only one shop in my town and is going for $42 per bottle, and only one bottle per customer. It's fantastic!
Really enjoyed this video. I picked up a GD BiB bottle in July when it was first released in NC and snagged the last bottle in my local store. At the same time I grabbed a 375 mL of GD #12. I think the GD BiB is an amazing value at $35 for its age, and such a unique taste compared to other bourbons and BiBs available. I'm happy you reviewed it, I have not seen many whiskey channels reviewing this release.
Great review. I have been a Dickel 12 fan for many years. I had the BiB this past weekend and cannot agree more in that it is waaaaay oaky. It got less intense as the bottle was emptied. I will stick with the "White Label" 12. Cheers
Thanks Tim! Appreciate the view. I really was surprised by the 12. At 20 bucks, its hard to beat.
Dickel 12 was the first to show me I didn't hate all Tennessee whiskey, only JD. I loved it and look forward to getting another bottle. Not sure i want the BIB with that oak punch.
The oak does go away a bit as it gets air so you would need to give it some time.
Opened the 12 last night, the neck pour is pretty evident. Drank about 4oz, first was pretty medicinal, the 4th oz was starting to get a little better. I'm gonna let it sit for a few weeks and see what happens.
Definitely gets better with some air time.
Well Done sir. I want try these bottles again. I live 35 minutes from the distillery and should frequent it often. I need to take the tour as well.
Amen to the Flintstone vitamin note in Dickel. Jack Daniels is more of a ripe banana pudding.
Agreed. But the vitamin does go away a bit and turns peanut brittle. But it needs time. Cheers
I got salted caramel (maybe peanut brittle) from 12.
Absolutely peanut brittle. Salted caramel as it opened up. Im a fan!
Nice vid! Looks like I can get the 12 for $17. Must try at that price.
Cheers Thomas!
Flintstone's vitamins? I'm drinking GD 12 right now (my first GD ever of any kind) and I'm not getting that at all. Obviously, several different people must be saying that so I guess it's just a difference in palate. This 12 is great imo, I'm tasting what you referred to in your review and since mine was just opened, I'll look for it to get better with time and air. I'll have to keep my eyes peeled for the B & B as well. Overall, I definitely would buy the 12 again and the price is $22.99 at my store which I think is a super value. Great review as always, thanks for what you do!
Great video, I just subscribed. What brought me here was that I tried a Dickel 15 on a Tennessee flight at a whiskey bar here in Florida and I loved it. I think the three Dickel’s on this video will be easier for me to find than the 15. I’ll pickup these three this weekend and hunt for the 15. Hopefully you have a review on the 15 or will do one.
Yes I did review the 15. It's great. Especially the ones 100 proof or higher.
I'm I big fan of the Bottle in Bond and a great price for what it is. I get this waxy feel that coats the mouth and lingers for a while which I really like.
New to Dickel! Just grabbed the new 13 year bottles in bond and it’s def growing on me. It’s a solid pour and great value! Great review Jason!
Thanks Mike! That BiB really changes from the first pour to the 4th and 5th. Gets sweeter. Cheers and glad you enjoyed the video!
I live near Jack Daniels and George Dickel. Locally, it's like a football rivalry. Both teams claim the other tastes too much like charcoal. I'll take team Dickel. I went there a few months ago. I picked up a single barrel 9 yo 103 proof in the visitors center. I haven't opened it.
I could imagine...I like the JD single barrel and premium offerings over Dickel. But these 20 dollar and 30 dollar offerings from Dickel I would take over JD's budget offerings.
Sounds like we're neighbors Patrick. Dickel wins my vote too!
I agree the 12 is my favorite I'm a regular drinker the fall 2005 100 proof was good but $43 I normally pay around $30 in ga drinking the 12 I do shots only the bottles just don't last it's soooo good also great video 💯👌🎬
Love the #12, need to try the others now 👍🏼
Bought a bottle of 8 for $60 AUD, just because I had never seen it before.... taste like SWEET TRASH
#12 hit for me. Superior to Jack Daniel's black label in taste, proof, and price.
I get a whole lot of peanut and nuts in the BIB.. delicious!
Jason, Great background on the Dickel. Always like to hear stories how liquor was sold as medicine. "Mellow as moonlight" reminds me of Kessler's "Smooth as silk." So all 3 are technically bourbons that they like to then call Tennessee whisky. To me, the Lincoln process of soaking rather than dripping thru the charcoal makes more sense. By the way, I keep enjoying your special shaped glasses, with the curved bourbon glass (used for water in this video) my favorite and the Canadian glencairn a nice change of pace. The # 12 sounds like great competition for Jim Beam and maybe Buffalo Trace at around $20 to 25. CHEERS!
Cheers DJ! Glad your enjoying the glasses. They are so cool. All 3 of these opened up and got some really nice flavors. Im a fan! Cheers!
I want to drink George Dickle. I really do, and will continue to buy them because they're local. BUT, someone please explain to me HOW a whisky that's " chill filtered" AND " charcoal mellowed" AND in a barrel 5-7 years can come out SO HOT? 🔥It makes no sense. It should easily be in the top 20 in whisky sales in the US with all the effort that goes into it, and no one can tell me Canadian Mist, Southern Comfort, and Seagrams makes a better product! And they out sell us 3 to 1. Frustrating!
Going to get the 12 and the BIB. Sound good to me.
I’ve never had a Dickel product before. You’ve got me ready to grab one. Good review
Thanks so much. Give it time to open up. Cheers.
Great job, Jason!
Thanks Aimee!
After hearing about these during Sunday night's live stream I have been looking forward to this review. Your pop-up banners look a lot like the Stream Yard comment banners. Great review, I'll keep my eyes open for some Dickel!
I was way ahead of streamyard. 🤣. But yeah if you get these definitely give them some time to open up. Cheers
Awesome 3-way review man. The 12 is surprisingly good. Very nutty to me. Can’t wait to try the new Bonded bottle. Cheers man 🥃
Thanks Antonio. 12 surprised me too!
Nice comparison review, Jason. The BIB is now in my state and I’m looking forward to giving it a try. 🥃
I had high hopes for the BiB but it’s a little too dry and heavy oak flavor for me. Good value if you’re into that though. The Rye is pretty good too.
I can see that. Instill lean towards the 12 recipe. The rye is very good too and not talked about enough.
Thanks for the review Jason! I think if I had all three, I'd use the 8 as a mixer. Mixed with the 12 and 13 to see what I'd get! Lol
Thats a great idea. The 12 and BiB are honestly some of the best value whiskies I've had in a long time.
Love yr show: your History recap priceless (as with other clips) - always come here for things not yet available on the shelves. THX. (( btw, i would super-boost the 8 with a shot of BIB, hehe just saying ))
Ok buddy so you sold me on trying to go and find these. I've really want to try the new release that came out. I think there are some hidden gems in those barrels of their's. Cheers broski
Thanks. These open up really nice.
I really like the 12, haven’t tried the 8. Would love to pickup the new BIB but haven’t seen it in Colorado yet.
Still unsure when it will be released nationwide but a 13 yr old BiB whiskey for 35 bucks is worth the risk. Cheers!
Awesome run down of these 3 Dickle products Jason!! Sounds like the 12 and BIB are winners my friend!! Great review as always buddy!! Cheers!!🥃
Thanks Brent. The 12 really surprised me. The BiB is a steal. Cheers buddy
Hello Jason:
I enjoyed this Side by Side. I enjoy George Dickel's expressions, to my nose and palette, there is a Sweet Corn note in George Dickel expressions, probably due to the 84% Corn component in the Mash Bill.
Here are my Impressions
SLÁINTE
Mike
GEORGE DICKEL # 8 Tennessee Whisky
8/6/19
40% ABV NAS
Said to be 4 to 6 years old
This is my Second Sitting with this whisky
COLOR: Amber with many legs running moderately
NOSE: Sweet Corn Syrup
PALETE: Medium Mouthfeel A dry corn note, which becomes a bit sweeter as I roll it around in my mouth. There is also rising alcohol burn, but it is mild; a drying sense comes in behind it.
FINISH: Corn Sweetness going down followed by a puckering drying sense
With one drop of Spring water
NOSE: Sweet Corn
PALETE: The mouthfeel is thinner and there is more dryness and less corn sweetness
FINISH: Very Peppery with some sting on the tongue followed by a Drying
The legs on this glass neat promised something that did not come through. The mouthfeel was medium neat, but I was hoping for a little more. There is that Corn Sweetness that I enjoy in George Dickel with its 84% Corn in the Mashbill, but not as sweet as the #12. There is a young sense to this whisky and it is. The mouthfeel is thinner at 40% ABV.
I really enjoy the #12 and I just got the Bottled in Bond and I enjoy it as well. I recommend either and the 12 is widely available.
GEORGE DICKEL NO. 12 TENNESSEE WHISKEY 9/11/16
NAS Mash Bill 84% Corn 8% Rye 8% Malted Barley (Whiskey Jug)
As is my Habit, I let it Sit 2 hours while I did various things.
COLOR: Amber Brown with Nice Legs moving Slowly.
NOSE: Interesting Rich Brandy Notes upon opening the Bottle. These Continued in the Glass; followed by Rich, Sweet Caramel and Vanilla with Hints of Barrel Char. The Vanilla and Caramel Come forward in the Nose after my first mouthful with some Barrel Char underneath.
PALETTE: Sweet Caramel and Vanilla Arrival with a Rich Creamy Mouth Feel. Pepper Rising as I Swirl it; in addition to, Nice Wood Smoke and Charcoal notes almost sweet interestingly.
FINISH: Spicy and Drying with the Creamy Mouth Feel lingering and still that touch of Corn Sweetness.
I am enjoying this Whiskey! A Pleasant Rich Sweetness with a nice mix of Spicy Notes. The Charcoal Notes are well integrated and add Complexity to this Tennessee Whiskey. This is my Second Dram and I liked my First. The air has done good things to GEORGE DICKEL No. 12. The Brandy Note was a Pleasant surprise.
GEORGE DICKEL Barrel Select Tennessee Whisky
43% ABV, Double Distilled and Charcoal Mellowed
Distilled once in a Column Still and once in a Pot Still (The Whiskey Jug)
Chill-filtered
Mash: 84% corn, 8% rye, 8% malted barley 10-12 yrs (The Whiskey Jug)
COLOR: Medium brown shading slightly orange. Nice Ring with many legs running moderately.
NOSE: Rich sweet caramel, corn sweetness with wood spice notes underneath. There is also a cola note somewhere in the mix.
PALETTE: Light Corn Sweetness a bit like candy corn with caramel and charcoal spice notes mixing creating a nice medley. The mouthfeel is creamy and coating with a medium viscosity.
FINISH: Charcoal with sweet corn edges going down with a light pepper filling my mouth; resolving to a dryness with a cream corn sweetness
With 1 drop of Poland Spring Water
NOSE: Airy sweet corn note with wood char lightly in the background. The wood char note is absent from later nosings leaving an airy corn sweetness
PALETTE: Light sweet corn arrival with notes of popcorn, even a slight saltiness quickly followed by spice and a drying sense. There is light caramel as I swirl it with wood char mixing in. The light caramel reminds. The mouthfeel is lighter and less creamy. It too has an airy quality.
FINISH: A toothpaste sweetness going down. Light spice rises; resolving to light wood char mixed with cream corn sweetness.
With 3 drops of Poland Spring water (an extra drop went in)
NOSE: A mixture of Corn sweetness and light wood char. It is overall a sweet note.
PALETTE: Light sweetness with spice rising from my tongue. There is a drying sense as I swirl it around with light sweetness around the edges and spiciness mixing in with a light wood char note there as well.
FINISH: a mixture of spice and sweetness with light pepper on my tongue resolving to an airy corn sweetness. There is a grainy sense on my tongue.
I enjoy this whisky. There is a nice combination of corn sweetness and wood char note. The wood char note is even sweet around the edges; which results in a very nice complexity. The wood char note is more prominent than in bourbon which makes it different to my tastebuds, but there is always a corn sweetness somewhere to prevent an overall charcoal taste. In addition, I found the airy sweetness with water very pleasant. Highly recommended!
GEORGE DICKEL 13 yr. old Bottled in Bond Tennessee Whiskey
50%ABV
Mash bill: 84% corn, 8% rye, and 8% malted barley,
7/9/19
Left the whiskey sit in the glass for 30 minutes to open
COLOR: Mahogany with many legs running moderately
NOSE: Mild wood char behind creamy vanilla, with a corn meal note floating around.
PALETTE: A nice merging of vanilla and wood char with a slight tingle from the alcohol, neither dominates. Medium mouthfeel
FINISH: Drying which resolves to a sweet butter note on my tongue
With 1 drop of spring water
NOSE: Corn sweetness with a thinner vanilla note
PALETTE: Light corn sweetness followed but drying and tingling on my tongue, a medium mouthfeel remains.
FINISH: Sweet corn with drying and a tingle on my tongue; resolving to a dry corn note, then a complete dry sense
With 2 drops of spring water
NOSE: A candy sweet note
PALETTE: A light sweet note followed by drying and tingle on my tongue
FINISH: Sweet corn followed by a cotton mouth dryness.
I really enjoyed this Tennessee Whiskey neat. The corn meal note in the nose was nice. The sweet butter note in the finish is something I have not experienced before and it was very pleasant. The mingled Palette of vanilla and wood char with nether taking center stage created a complexity that I enjoyed. I was concerned that at 13 years the wood char note would begin to dominate, but I was proved wrong. I expected a richer mouthfeel at 50% ABV. The candy sweet note on the nose with 2 drops of water is another thing I liked! The 84% corn percentage in the mash bill allowed the corn notes to come forward and show a sweeter side to aged corn whiskey. Highly recommended!!
This is an amazing breakdown and very similar experiences to what I had. It is very corn, caramel and vanilla forward. The charcoal and mineral characteristic do give way to some nice peanut and floral notes. I would sip the 12 or the BiB any day of the week. thanks so much for your breakdown..I love when a viewer does this. Cheers!
@@TheMashandDrum Thanks Jason!! George Dickel is very good whiskey.
Mike
Love the back to back to back! I’d love to see these up against the Old Scout 13 year (which is supposed to be Dickel as well). Thank you!
great idea! Cheers!
Let me ask you. Was the # 8 filtered thru "Bedrock"?
Jason, how could Nicol have been distiller of the BIB as she has only been with the company a little over a year now?
George Dickel Bottled In Bond meets all of the criteria by being distilled at Cascade Hallow Distillery in fall of 2005 and stored at the distillery for 13 years. It was overseen by one distiller. But she chose the barrels that were bottled that met the flavors she wanted. So although she didn't distill it, they say her fingerprint is on the release since she chose the barrels over the last year or so before release.
Put a BIG number 8 and 12 on the front of the bottle... But that's NOT the age??? I call Bullshit
No Tabasco Dickel bottle?
Lol. Nope. I can't even find that anymore.
I'll pass on the Lincoln County Process... It removes too much of the experience IMO.
Yeah it can. But in this case...there is a very distinct flavor when compared to jack Daniels. I've enjoyed these as they've opened up.
@@TheMashandDrum The only Jack Daniel's that I haven't been able to get my paws on and try is the Single Barrel Barrel Proof, which I am assured by many is the Ne Plus Ultra expression of Jack... Every other Jack expression to me is nothing special. I imagine I will need to try it some day! The only Dickel expression that I have really taken to up to now is the Rye sourced from MGP!
@@foodquig Im planning on sending you the samples of wild turkey 101 rye. I will add the Jack.
@@TheMashandDrum Cool!
Did the Glengoyne Teapot (teaspoon) dram given to me by Whisky Jason get to you yet?
@@foodquig yes sir. I'm trying it on a LIVESTREAM soon.
Umm where do you live? Tennessee? Old #8 is $24 minimum in Michigan.
Are you sick of the Dickel jokes yet? Dickel makes solid juice, but have heard mixed reviews on the BiB
Yeah the BiB changes alot from pour to pour. Very oaky but the sweetness gets better. I can see why this is mixed. But anyone who is judging it from a neck pour is doing the whisky a disservice.
Which one would you say is the easiest to drink.....ie burns your face off the least 😂
The 12 I think.
Mash and Coin. I have Venmo. You?
Hey Paul...no...just paypal
How much are they? Do you accept Zelle?
Why are you cutting Everytime you drink? Are you spitting? Tell is the truth sir
So you don't hear me chew and swallow. Not fun to listen too
@@TheMashandDrum didn't hear the Chew. I notice an edit at alot of the swallows. Not an attack just would be curious as to the reasoning if it were true. I would roll my eyes though 😉
@@TheMashandDrum I want to see one on the Rye, it's very dill and a strange sweetness to it I love.