Nine Banded & Rebecca Creek 16 Bourbons (+ the best MGP ever bottled)

Shortcuts/Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
2:05 - 9 Banded Nosing
4:32 - 9 Banded Tasting
7:43 - Rebecca Creek 16 Nosing
9:49 - Rebecca Creek 16 Tasting
13:29 - Summary of Both
14:14 - Bourbon Royalty "Rickey Bobby"
Today’s objective is to shed some light on the differences between younger MGP (Indiana Bourbon) and very mature stocks. To do that, I’ll be reviewing the current Nine Banded Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon & a single barrel of Rebecca Creek’s sourced 16-year-old. Nine Banded is available in most online shops and this 115 proof cask strength bottle retails around $50. It’s made from a “wheated bourbon” mashbill of 51% Corn, 45% Wheat, & 4% Barley. The Rebecca Creek 16 year was sourced from MGP and then matured for a while at R.C.’s San Antonio, Texas location. It was a limited 2022 release and the bottle I’m reviewing is from Barrel#12 which was only 104 proof, but retailed for $225. It’s made from MGP’s low rye mashbill (75% Corn, 21% Rye, & 4% Barley). There were some single barrels at much higher proofs, and if you have options, those are probably the best ones to buy. And just for my Patrons, I’ll also be reviewing the very best MGP I’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting! The in-famous (that means more than famous) OKI single barrel nicknamed “Rickey Bobby” at 118.5 proof! So, kick back with a nice pour and let’s taste some great whiskeys!
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As of June 2023, my current bottle count is over 2,600. I am a Certified Specialist of Spirits and have also been accredited by the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT). I've been actively collecting for more than two decades and what started as a small basic home bar has transformed (with the help and understanding of my wonderful wife) into this collection and career. Speaking of my career, my “Saints Alley" Bourbons & Rye whiskeys are on Total Wine shelves and customers are really enjoying them (be sure to ask for a sample when you're in the stores)! Currently, our two new Special Editions are almost gone. But don’t worry, we just created Batch 2’s of both! Our "Nobleman" Rye Whiskey was aged in Hungarian Tokaji (pronounced Tok-eye) sweet wine casks! The other is a twist on our "Herald" Bourbon that adds Pineau Des Charentes casks to the mix. All are delicious, and given my knowledge and high standards, you know I’m working hard with my team to continue releasing whiskeys that we're proud of! Thanks for watching and please remember to drink responsibly. Cheers!

[@jabdelsayed]

The RC 16 is 75/21/4 per my bottle. Really great though. Big fan of older MGP.

[@robertjennings9105]

Great video. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@calebweintraub1]

Nice work on these. I remember those old OKIs. I’m Indiana. Those bottles used to just collect dust. I went through a bunch. Wish I’d saved some.

[@LiquorHound]

Ugh, so true. Thank you for watching and cheers!

[@frederickrodriguez4786]

For the homies 😂

[@guesstheyear]

That got me too. No hesitation. Great comedic timing

[@scottyblog]

Great review and insights, Chris. Yes, those Old Scouts back in the day were so nice. Just a shade under some of the well aged Buffalo Trace stuff. I’ve had some of the older OKIs and agree they rock. Never had the Rebecca Creek yet. If I find it, I’ll sip it for the 4th!
*There are some special releases of Smoke Wagon 12 year out there that almost approach the quality of yesteryear. Almost. At retail they might be worth picking up.

[@LiquorHound]

Thank you for the great information! Take care and cheers!

[@rdh5961]

I always appreciate your reviews. Very well done and informative

[@LiquorHound]

And I appreciate people like yourself. Thank you for the support and cheers!

[@nairbjc]

Great channel. One of my go to channels is yours. Wondering if you have heard or seen DS Tayman ? They have 12 year Linkwood , Blair Athol , and Caol Ila. Like to know what your thoughts are about DS Tayman
Thank you

[@elvrro]

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[@deanbryant572]

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