Hey! The best whiskey YT channel out there. Its been 4 years now since the video was uploeaded. No Sagamore, Willetts and Whistlepig ryes on this list? Is there a new more up to date video about top ryes 2024? Cheers 🥃🇸🇪
Nice review! New to whiskeys etc. I tried an old fashion the other day very nice drink. I have been drinking only neat so far to get full flavor. Really enjoyed the different cocktails listed with each Rye. I had Old Forester last night very tasty for 22 bucks. I also like the rum cask Angel Envy Rye and the Hasil Baden dark Rye.
Jason, I have been waiting for a Rye comparo like this! Review plus cocktail suggestions, well done buddy! Definitely going for your second place pick. The price is fantastic and your number one is out of my price range. THANKS , CHEERS 🥃
I just bought Redemption rye as my introduction to the category. I understand that this is MGP's house brand. This is interesting neat and it also makes a nice Rye & Ginger Ale. Taste and aroma is so different than bourbon. Total Wine and More had it for about $26. I will likely try the Old Forester or High West next based on your video and the price points. I don't have much in my liquor cabinet right now. Tanqueray, Redemption Rye, Knob Hill 9 Small Batch bourbon, Glenmorangie Lasanta, and Ardbeg An Oa is it. Costco has the KH9 1.75 for about $42 and a bottle pair of Glenmorangie Lasanta and Argdeb An Oa for $80.
Great list. As I’m watching this I’m trying my first rye, Whistle Pig 10 year. (My liquor store carries the small sample bottles) Couldn’t put my finger on the first note until you said bananas. That was it! Never even crossed my mind. Great reviews....
Ditto on the Pikesville, it’s my top rye pour at home. I don’t mix it - just a couple of ice cubes to round off the edges of the 110 proof! My go-to ryes for cocktails are Knob Creek, Old Fo 100, and the one you missed, Elijah Craig. 😉
I'm with you on Pikesville. I love the banana bread on the nose and spice on the palate. For a budget rye, I really like the MGP 95% rye sold under labels like Bulleit, Clyde Mays and George Dickel. The Dickel version is only $23 near me. Great show, Jason. Cheers!
Great video! I've narrowed down my favorite ryes to the top 17 at this point. Out of about 55 I have so far? Can't stop collecting them now, hooked. Moved to Louisville in 85 but just started appreciating ryes this year. Pikesville and that RR single are definitely included. Pikesville probably gets best quality value of all, at $50. Willett next at $65. Also, Catoctin Barrel select(big favorite), New Riff single barrel, Stellum select barrel, Stellum black, PEERLESS barrel select, Sagamore cask strength, Redemption 10 yr barrel proof, Coalition barrel proof, Rossville Union barrel proof, Angels Envy rum finish, Whistle Pig 10yr, Barrel Seagrass, Crown Royal 16yr, Masterson 10yr. Michters is great but I haven't found a high proof one yet, likely it would make the list. Also, haven't spent over $130 on anything, so I'm still limited. To pick top 9 I'd go Catocin Creek barrel strength (white label), Peerless, Pikesville, Willett, Stellum (either one of mine), Angel's Envy, New Riff single barrel, Sagamore Spirits cask strength, and Rossville Union barrel proof.
Have most of these rye’s and I need the couple I am missing. I am a big rye fan. Great list and the matching cocktail for each is much appreciated. LOVE THE SPICE!
I've had and have all of those ryes. That black walnut old fashion sounds intense. You don't sat what brand of bitters you use but the Fee Bros Black Walnut bitters are the most bitter bitters I have. I frequently put ONE drop of them along with 3 dashes of Angostura in my bourbon old fashions. Two is too bitter. But I'm willing to give FIVE with Pikesville a try.
My first whiskey was a flavored whiskey known as Hochstadters Slo and Low. And I remember loving it. One of the main ingredients was aged rye whiskey, not only that but it was 84 proof which made it the perfect juice on the rocks.
Just picked up the last bottle of Pikesville at a local store. First time ive ever seen it on a shelf around here in Michigan so I had to pull the trigger on it. Excited to pop it!
Damn buddy, great review as always love all of those eyes and really great idea to do a cocktail receipe with each one. I'll for sure be giving a few of those a try. Cheers Maverick!
Damn Jason.. So, happy to see this video. I went into the back room of my market here in Cambodia and found they had their premium whiskies in there.. I wanted a decent rye and found the Rittenhouse bottled in bond.. nestled between rows of Elijah Craig 12 year from before the label change. I snagged the rye for $30us no tax and grabbed 2 70cl. Elijah Craig 12 year for $40.50us no tax.. I had wondered in April why out in the front with all the usual brands they had Elijah Craig small batch for $40.50us....and a liter of wild turkey for $24us.. I have been sipping on the small batch wishing I could of tried the 12 year. Well, today I did a side by side and the 12 was so much better in every way ...and the same price...they had the 12 year locked up in a glass case I opened myself.. I am going back tomorrow for more. I also spotted an Eagle Rare which I have not tried. So, after shopping in this huge grocery store for over 18 months I finally wandered into the back room and discovered it was a gold mine. Cheers. I was bragging to my wife that you picked Rittenhouse as your #2 rye and it was about $25us.. She is a Buddhist and could care less.. As always, I trust your judgement and opinions. I am hoping to find some more gems in there. Take care, Jeff from Cambodia via Kansas.
4-1-2 for me, as someone who drinks a fair amount of rye. The 1 is Knob Creek. Interesting that he mentioned it as a good entry level rye. I was a fairly experienced rye drinker when I finally got around to trying it. I'd describe it as certainly drinkable, but unremarkable. It's 1 of 2 on his list that I intentionally don't keep around. The 2 "ties" include the other I intentionally don't keep around. I like the High West, but I've got others I like better around it's price point. The other "tie" is the 1 I've never tried, the Russell's Reserve. Love the bourbon. The WT 101 rye isn't my favorite, but I like it enough to keep it around. The Rare Breed rye is like High West for me. Tasty, but not enough for me to try and keep it around. I WILL be looking for a chance to try the Russell's Reserve now. Really like the other 4. Old Forester and Rittenhouse are exceptionally good values. They,'re so good that they're probably a big part of the reason I'm pickier about brands that cost $20+ more than those.
Really nice choices. I’d go with Knob Creek 115 barrel select and Baby Sazerac in this category, but overall agree. Also you listed my favorite cocktails! Cheers!
Picked up a bottle of Rittenhouse Rye recently and it's a flavor bomb for sure! That and Elijah Craig small batch are my two daily sippers right now. Just got Four Roses small batch, Eagle Rare, and Wild turkey 101 thanks to your reviews and will slowly work my way through them as i train my palette.
Awesome video. Glad to see you showing some cocktail love. I usually drink neat pours but lately I have been *LOVING* the new Stellum rye in my manhattans. Super super spicy and & Cask strength so it stands up amazingly to the sweet vermouth and
Rye is one of the categories of whiskey that I have not spent enough time on. Your line up is not only great but I like that you also offer cocktail suggestions. But I have one question, "Why do they so many producers use green labels for their rye? If it were an Irish whiskey it would make sense, but why rye?"
Apparently it had something to right after Prohibition alot of distillers had green labels lying around so they used it for their rye Whiskies. Some have followed suit and some have done their own thing. Thanks for watching. Glad you liked this one.
Great description of flavor profiles. A few I would've liked to see: Pendleton's 1910, is a crazy underrated , easy to drink Rye. Basically, a glass of caramel spiced-vanilla. 12 year aged, only $35 or so. Whistle Pig 12 year, for the higher-end category, and Basil Hayden's Dark Rye are all phenomenal. Willet is good too but comes across with a very strong, unbalanced alcohol flavor, in my opinion.
You really do a great job with the video editing and production. Although I'm not a big rye guy I do enjoy some of the barely legal ryes, Knob Creek and Old Forester are now near the top of my wish list.
Thanks for the great list and information. I've been venturing out into rye territory over the past year and really enjoy the ones I've had. I love the Pikesville and also the Russell's, both of which I have in my bar. There is one from Blaum Brothers (Galina, IL) which is by far my favorite so far. I will be looking to try the rest on your list as well. Thanks!
Jason, Greetings from Pa. I am just starting my Bourbon journey. It’s a lot of fun. I enjoy a good pipe or cigar so why not tight. Just got my first Rye. Wild Turkey the 81. Which one is best to be next?
I bought a bottle of Whistlepig Piggyback from Costco. It's Whistlepig's most affordable option at about $40-50. It's 100% rye and it's actually my first ever rye, so I was expecting something a lot different from bourbon. Nope, tastes a lot like bourbon to me. I don't really get any of that "spice" that people always talk about. I guess I need to try one of these American ryes.
This video has my mouth watering. I enjoyed the cocktails that you showed with their ingredients for each one. I just purchased the Oregon Spirit Rye and will be trying that soon.
Nice list! I’ve been wavering on getting the Old Forester, opting instead to spend a bit more on Pikesville, but I think it’s time, it is solid. I wasn’t a fan of the first pour of RR Single Barrel, but just a week or two later and it opened up and is really tasty. Cheers 🥃
Great review as always Jason. Thanks for sharing. Bought my first bottle of Pikesville today and looking forward to checking it. That Black Walnut Old Fashioned sounds really good.
Hey, Jason, Although you are a transplanted NJ to Buckeye - GO-BUCKS - You are always welcome in the SHOE! Thank you for saying that the High West is sourced from MGP - Lawrenceburg, IN. Those rye fans who are searching for a true - distilled-in house rye need to know the true origin. Cliff Lash - ATL (OSU '76)
Jason, I agree on the HW Double Rye = a very unique but enjoyable flavor. I also enjoy Baby Saz and Davidson Reserve Tennessee ryes. Thanks for the notes on different cocktails. I only have tried the Manhattan and the Old Fashioned and the OF is my favorite with rye = that nice spice and then the orange. The cherry is optional for me.
@@TheMashandDrum Since I don't have ANY experience with Black Walnut bitters, which brand(s) would you recommend? I'm sure I will have to check out Amazon. CHEERS!!
Another great review, I’m getting low on Rye, down to Pikesville and Willett 4yr (love that dill ‘ pickle). HighWest Double Rye is a favorite along With OF. Going to have to pick up a Ritten house today since I haven’t had that one. H.W. and OF are great value so looking forward to how the RH compares.
That last cocktail with Pikesville, the Black Walnut Old Fashioned, sounds really enticing. Is raw unrefined (Turbinado) sugar the same as or close to the Demerara sugar called for here? If so, I'll drop the $14.50 for the walnut bitters. Normally I don't mess with cocktails, but I loves me some sweet walnut. Good chapter. Good info.
Found the answer. They're nearly the same and Turbinado is the preferred substitute. www.leaf.tv/articles/what-is-the-difference-between-caster-and-icing-sugar/ and www.thespruceeats.com/demerara-sugar-substitutes-4155673
Nice one, Jason! Pretty keen to explore the world of Rye... been a Scotch man, and had a few bourbons, but need to expand a bit, and like having one on hand for cocktails. A bit limited to what I can get over here... but always keeping my eyes peeled.
Great video Jason, the cocktail suggestion for each one is a nice touch. In a Ralfy video I learned to put 25% Rittenhouse in Eagle Rare to really kick it up a notch. I later found the same works great using Knob Creek and the Knob Creek Rye. Would add that I prefer Woodford reserve Rye to their Bourbon. Cheers
Surprised to see that Whistle Pig didn’t make the list? Is that readily available? Regardless, great videos. Love the background and detailed info. Great stuff! 🍻
This video here is top notch buddy. Very informative and very well put together. Great choices for the top 7!! I love the idea of having the cocktail recipes in there. Keep pumping out this great content. Cheers J
Nice choices, new drinks to try, thanks. Where in the ranks would you put that Bulleit Rye in background? Just tried it, find I like it in an Old Fashioned Sweet.
Pikesville definitely number 1 but I am sad not to see Sagamore in your top 7 definitely one of my go to. You have to try a black-eyed rye so good in the summer.
Did Heaven Hill pay you? Lol. I also am a fan of those two ryes. Seriously, the production value of all your videos is second to none. Did the turkey 101 not make the list due to availability or taste? And finally, being Canadian, I think I'd throw in lot 40 rye into the mix. Surprisingly affordable at LCBO and delicious. Cheers Jason. Thanks for all the time and passion you put into your videos.
Thanks Mark. No I just happen to love those 2 ryes from HH. Wild Turkey 101 rye isn't as available from what I've seen but I would still take the RR over it anyway. I do love lot 40 but I can't get it where I am anymore. I will be doing a Canadian rye video at some point. Cheers and thanks for.the kind words!
Great list. I've had them all except high west and rr sib. Last Friday i was mixing up Manhattan's with a few friends. We emptied a full bottle of Rittenhouse. It was a great night with great friends. Cheers.
Great vid, Jason! The only one's I've tried so far are the Knob Creek, Bulleit and a local option here in WI: Limousin Rye by Dancing Goat distillery. Will have to pick up some of the Old Forester. Have heard great things about Pikesville, too. What are your thoughts on Sazerac Rye?
I really like sazarec rye alot. If it were more available I probably would have added it to the list. I've had the Limosin rye and I think it's really good.
Great go-to rye video, Jason! I've tried just two on your list but will be picking up the Pikesville and a Russell's 6 Year rye very soon. The cocktails is a nice touch to accompany the bottles and I'd like to order the Vieux Carre next time I'm at a bar. Cheers brother, keep up the fanstastic work!
Great video as always! I've tried 5/7. I would recommend trying store picks of knob creek( mine is 115proof) and High west(mine is finished in some type wine cask) if you can find them. I would add Sagmore to that list too IMHO, but I'm near Baltimore.
Went on a tasting tour at Wilderness Trail and had a sample of their rye. It was absolutely AMAZING! Town Branch rye is really good also, much better than their bourbon to be honest.
I bought a bottle of Van Winkle 13 year old for $78 in Sweden back in 2010 (?). I see it now is worth $1900. I wonder how much the little sip at the bottom, which is left, is worth...
Appreciate you're info! Only a week into Rye but really enjoyed the Rittenhouse and have tried the Michter's which was very tasty. Wild Turkey 101 was good. Think I like the "barely rye" versions but haven't given up on the High West Double Rye. Drink bourbon neat so may there must just be an adjustment needed. Is Pikesville even available in Ohio??? Is this a Blanton's availability curse for rye?
This is perfect timing - I've been digging into rye a lot lately. Turns out I've had most of your list already though - will have to try OF soon and keep my eye out for the Russel's Single Barrel. Pikesville, Michter's, and Rittenhouse are my current top 3 and probably gonna be hard to beat out. Side note, I have a 10 year old, partially aged in Texas, Canadian Rye Whiskey from Treaty Oak that is so floral and perfume it's crazy unique.
I have to try some Treaty Oak stuff. Not available where I am but hoping to try at some point soon. OF is an amazing rye for the price but the high barley content does give it a unique flavor. Cheers!
Great list! Old Forester really knocked it out of the park with that high-malt rye mashbill. Is the Russell's Reserve single barrel that much better than the standard 6-year? It's almost double the price near me.
Yeah for me the SB is just a bit more flavorful. There's a powerful apple cinnamon note I get that I love. 60 bucks is a tough price for some but i do love it. Bit the OF or Rittenhouse are amazing values.
What absinthe do you use for the Sazerac? Been thinking of making one but I've never tried absinthe so I have no clue lol. Is it as bitter as Campari? Because I gave away my Campari, couldn't drink it.
I use either Leopold Bros or Pernod. There are alot but those 2 I find pretty frequently. It's not as bitter but has a black licorice or fennel flavor to it.
@@TheMashandDrum Thanks! Sounds good then, I like some herbaceous stuff like Chartreuse so I should enjoy absinthe. Both anise and fennel are good to me so long as they aren't overbearing. That's interesting that you use Leopold's from over here in Denver, I'll have to hit them up for a taste. I thought their whiskey was ok but I wouldn't spend money on it.
You didn't include any Canadian rye whiskys. Some of them are very well reviewed. Alberta Premium 100% rye was called one of the great whiskys of the world by Jim Murray, and Crown Royal 100% Rye won his whisky of the year a few years back. Danfield's 21 year old is very well reviewed as well.
Excellent cocktail choice for Rittenhouse which is my "house" rye as well. Extra props for the Vieux Carre call-out, one of my favorites. Try the Cocktail a la Louisiane if you're a fan of New Orleans-style cocktails and absinthe!
I love wild turkey 101 rye. It's a great value. I just love the 101 with a bit more age and depth in the Russel's. But I still do love 101. Just not as rich as the single barrel.
Yes I have. I like it alot. Great for cocktails as well. I'd still rather use Rittenhouse or old Forester though. Cheers. Boulevardier is a great cocktail.
Old forester rye is one of my favorites. I like the affordable and available criteria. That being said, WT 101 RYE surprised me and sadly left off your list. Hey, also appreciate the cocktail suggestions even though I drink whiskey neat 95% of the time. Enjoyed the video.
Love the suggestion of cocktails to show off each rye. I wish more channels would add this feature.
Excellant video great summary of the history of rye and great choicesI have a question what is the white rye George Wahington made ?
Hey! The best whiskey YT channel out there. Its been 4 years now since the video was uploeaded. No Sagamore, Willetts and Whistlepig ryes on this list? Is there a new more up to date video about top ryes 2024? Cheers 🥃🇸🇪
Love ur reviews.
Thorough, yet always to the point! No need for fluff like most channels
Keep it up
I enjoy a dram of good rye; I enjoy Quarterhorse rye & Redemption high rye. Thanks for the post.
I am usually straight guy but this hot summer has me trying cocktails. Thanks for putting this video together. Some of these cocktails are great!!!
Nice review! New to whiskeys etc. I tried an old fashion the other day very nice drink. I have been drinking only neat so far to get full flavor. Really enjoyed the different cocktails listed with each Rye. I had Old Forester last night very tasty for 22 bucks. I also like the rum cask Angel Envy Rye and the Hasil Baden dark Rye.
Good choices, always glad to see ryes getting some love. That Old Forester is a new favorite over by us.
Jason, I have been waiting for a Rye comparo like this!
Review plus cocktail suggestions, well done buddy!
Definitely going for your second place pick. The price is fantastic and your number one is out of my price range.
THANKS , CHEERS 🥃
Glad to help! Rittenhouse is amazing value! Cheers!
I just bought Redemption rye as my introduction to the category. I understand that this is MGP's house brand. This is interesting neat and it also makes a nice Rye & Ginger Ale. Taste and aroma is so different than bourbon. Total Wine and More had it for about $26. I will likely try the Old Forester or High West next based on your video and the price points.
I don't have much in my liquor cabinet right now. Tanqueray, Redemption Rye, Knob Hill 9 Small Batch bourbon, Glenmorangie Lasanta, and Ardbeg An Oa is it. Costco has the KH9 1.75 for about $42 and a bottle pair of Glenmorangie Lasanta and Argdeb An Oa for $80.
Great list. As I’m watching this I’m trying my first rye, Whistle Pig 10 year. (My liquor store carries the small sample bottles) Couldn’t put my finger on the first note until you said bananas. That was it! Never even crossed my mind. Great reviews....
Thanks for the great recommendations and drink recipes! 🙌🏻
I really like that you showed cocktails options. That was interesting, thank you
I love the Michters Rye
Ditto on the Pikesville, it’s my top rye pour at home. I don’t mix it - just a couple of ice cubes to round off the edges of the 110 proof! My go-to ryes for cocktails are Knob Creek, Old Fo 100, and the one you missed, Elijah Craig. 😉
I'm with you on Pikesville. I love the banana bread on the nose and spice on the palate. For a budget rye, I really like the MGP 95% rye sold under labels like Bulleit, Clyde Mays and George Dickel. The Dickel version is only $23 near me. Great show, Jason. Cheers!
Thanks Patrick. I have to try the Clyde Mays rye. Cheers!
Great video!
I've narrowed down my favorite ryes to the top 17 at this point. Out of about 55 I have so far? Can't stop collecting them now, hooked. Moved to Louisville in 85 but just started appreciating ryes this year.
Pikesville and that RR single are definitely included. Pikesville probably gets best quality value of all, at $50. Willett next at $65.
Also, Catoctin Barrel select(big favorite), New Riff single barrel, Stellum select barrel, Stellum black, PEERLESS barrel select, Sagamore cask strength, Redemption 10 yr barrel proof, Coalition barrel proof, Rossville Union barrel proof, Angels Envy rum finish, Whistle Pig 10yr, Barrel Seagrass, Crown Royal 16yr, Masterson 10yr.
Michters is great but I haven't found a high proof one yet, likely it would make the list. Also, haven't spent over $130 on anything, so I'm still limited.
To pick top 9 I'd go Catocin Creek barrel strength (white label), Peerless, Pikesville, Willett, Stellum (either one of mine), Angel's Envy, New Riff single barrel, Sagamore Spirits cask strength, and Rossville Union barrel proof.
Have most of these rye’s and I need the couple I am missing. I am a big rye fan. Great list and the matching cocktail for each is much appreciated. LOVE THE SPICE!
Yeah buddy! Spice in nice! That double rye is a great spicy and sweet rye.
I've had and have all of those ryes. That black walnut old fashion sounds intense. You don't sat what brand of bitters you use but the Fee Bros Black Walnut bitters are the most bitter bitters I have. I frequently put ONE drop of them along with 3 dashes of Angostura in my bourbon old fashions. Two is too bitter. But I'm willing to give FIVE with Pikesville a try.
My first whiskey was a flavored whiskey known as Hochstadters Slo and Low. And I remember loving it. One of the main ingredients was aged rye whiskey, not only that but it was 84 proof which made it the perfect juice on the rocks.
Just picked up the last bottle of Pikesville at a local store. First time ive ever seen it on a shelf around here in Michigan so I had to pull the trigger on it. Excited to pop it!
Luxardo cherries are always the answer. Great overview of the rye options out there.
Thanks Steve A.
Damn buddy, great review as always love all of those eyes and really great idea to do a cocktail receipe with each one. I'll for sure be giving a few of those a try. Cheers Maverick!
Great helpful video Jason!!!
Si, great content as always!
Good choices! I usually have the top two on my bar...
Nice list i have 4 of them,, I just recently tried some Peerless and loved it, I would like to see you review it.......
Love the channel and this video. What would you recommend to a bourbon drinker, who’s just getting into rye? Thanks.
I always have an open bottle of Pikesville, and one or two stashed away. Have not found a better rye!
Damn Jason..
So, happy to see this video.
I went into the back room of my market here in Cambodia and found they had their premium whiskies in there..
I wanted a decent rye and found the Rittenhouse bottled in bond..
nestled between rows of Elijah Craig 12 year from before the label change.
I snagged the rye for $30us no tax and grabbed 2 70cl. Elijah Craig 12 year for $40.50us no tax..
I had wondered in April why out in the front with all the usual brands they had Elijah Craig small batch for $40.50us....and a liter of wild turkey for $24us..
I have been sipping on the small batch wishing I could of tried the 12 year.
Well, today I did a side by side and the 12 was so much better in every way ...and the same price...they had the 12 year locked up in a glass case I opened myself..
I am going back tomorrow for more.
I also spotted an Eagle Rare which I have not tried.
So, after shopping in this huge grocery store for over 18 months I finally wandered into the back room and discovered it was a gold mine.
Cheers.
I was bragging to my wife that you picked Rittenhouse as your #2 rye and it was about $25us..
She is a Buddhist and could care less..
As always, I trust your judgement and opinions.
I am hoping to find some more gems in there.
Take care,
Jeff from Cambodia via Kansas.
4-1-2 for me, as someone who drinks a fair amount of rye. The 1 is Knob Creek. Interesting that he mentioned it as a good entry level rye. I was a fairly experienced rye drinker when I finally got around to trying it. I'd describe it as certainly drinkable, but unremarkable. It's 1 of 2 on his list that I intentionally don't keep around.
The 2 "ties" include the other I intentionally don't keep around. I like the High West, but I've got others I like better around it's price point. The other "tie" is the 1 I've never tried, the Russell's Reserve. Love the bourbon. The WT 101 rye isn't my favorite, but I like it enough to keep it around. The Rare Breed rye is like High West for me. Tasty, but not enough for me to try and keep it around. I WILL be looking for a chance to try the Russell's Reserve now.
Really like the other 4. Old Forester and Rittenhouse are exceptionally good values. They,'re so good that they're probably a big part of the reason I'm pickier about brands that cost $20+ more than those.
Really nice choices. I’d go with Knob Creek 115 barrel select and Baby Sazerac in this category, but overall agree. Also you listed my favorite cocktails! Cheers!
Picked up a bottle of Rittenhouse Rye recently and it's a flavor bomb for sure! That and Elijah Craig small batch are my two daily sippers right now. Just got Four Roses small batch, Eagle Rare, and Wild turkey 101 thanks to your reviews and will slowly work my way through them as i train my palette.
Awesome Jason!!! You do such a great job and your quality and content is stellar!!!
Thanks Mike! Appreciate that! Had fun with this one!
Awesome video. Glad to see you showing some cocktail love. I usually drink neat pours but lately I have been *LOVING* the new Stellum rye in my manhattans. Super super spicy and & Cask strength so it stands up amazingly to the sweet vermouth and
Rye is one of the categories of whiskey that I have not spent enough time on. Your line up is not only great but I like that you also offer cocktail suggestions. But I have one question, "Why do they so many producers use green labels for their rye? If it were an Irish whiskey it would make sense, but why rye?"
Apparently it had something to right after Prohibition alot of distillers had green labels lying around so they used it for their rye Whiskies. Some have followed suit and some have done their own thing. Thanks for watching. Glad you liked this one.
Great description of flavor profiles. A few I would've liked to see: Pendleton's 1910, is a crazy underrated , easy to drink Rye. Basically, a glass of caramel spiced-vanilla. 12 year aged, only $35 or so. Whistle Pig 12 year, for the higher-end category, and Basil Hayden's Dark Rye are all phenomenal. Willet is good too but comes across with a very strong, unbalanced alcohol flavor, in my opinion.
Thanks for guiding me as I get an education on Bourbon.
You really do a great job with the video editing and production. Although I'm not a big rye guy I do enjoy some of the barely legal ryes, Knob Creek and Old Forester are now near the top of my wish list.
Thanks Zach! Both are great pickups.
Thanks for the great list and information. I've been venturing out into rye territory over the past year and really enjoy the ones I've had. I love the Pikesville and also the Russell's, both of which I have in my bar. There is one from Blaum Brothers (Galina, IL) which is by far my favorite so far. I will be looking to try the rest on your list as well. Thanks!
The boulevardier is the greatest whiskey cocktail. Especially when mixed with a high-proof ryr whiskey.
Awesome episode
Great job on the list of ryes. Luvs me some Pikesville. I also liked the addition of suggested cocktails. There a a couple I am sure to try. Cheers!
Well done.
Jason,
Greetings from Pa. I am just starting my Bourbon journey. It’s a lot of fun. I enjoy a good pipe or cigar so why not tight. Just got my first Rye. Wild Turkey the 81. Which one is best to be next?
I bought a bottle of Whistlepig Piggyback from Costco. It's Whistlepig's most affordable option at about $40-50. It's 100% rye and it's actually my first ever rye, so I was expecting something a lot different from bourbon. Nope, tastes a lot like bourbon to me. I don't really get any of that "spice" that people always talk about. I guess I need to try one of these American ryes.
This video has my mouth watering. I enjoyed the cocktails that you showed with their ingredients for each one. I just purchased the Oregon Spirit Rye and will be trying that soon.
Awesome Brian. Have to seek that one out. Cheers!
Thanks Jason! Great choices. I've tried about half of these. Looking forward to trying the others. I really like this type of series. Keep it up!
Nice list! I’ve been wavering on getting the Old Forester, opting instead to spend a bit more on Pikesville, but I think it’s time, it is solid. I wasn’t a fan of the first pour of RR Single Barrel, but just a week or two later and it opened up and is really tasty. Cheers 🥃
Thanks Jason! Yeah the RR opens up really nicely.
Every single barrel from Russel Reseve need to open at least ten days
Great review as always Jason. Thanks for sharing. Bought my first bottle of Pikesville today and looking forward to checking it. That Black Walnut Old Fashioned sounds really good.
Hey, Jason,
Although you are a transplanted NJ to Buckeye - GO-BUCKS - You are always welcome in the SHOE!
Thank you for saying that the High West is sourced from MGP - Lawrenceburg, IN. Those rye fans who are searching for a true - distilled-in house rye need to know the true origin.
Cliff Lash - ATL (OSU '76)
Thanks Cliff! Yeah all of the High West stuff has some HW distillate now. Cheers....Go BUCKS!
Jason, I agree on the HW Double Rye = a very unique but enjoyable flavor. I also enjoy Baby Saz and Davidson Reserve Tennessee ryes. Thanks for the notes on different cocktails. I only have tried the Manhattan and the Old Fashioned and the OF is my favorite with rye = that nice spice and then the orange. The cherry is optional for me.
Agree. Try that black walnut old fashioned. It's awesome
@@TheMashandDrum Since I don't have ANY experience with Black Walnut bitters, which brand(s) would you recommend? I'm sure I will have to check out Amazon. CHEERS!!
@@djbeacon6895 fee brothers is what I use. Only one I've seen.
Another great review, I’m getting low on Rye, down to Pikesville and Willett 4yr (love that dill ‘ pickle). HighWest Double Rye is a favorite along With OF. Going to have to pick up a Ritten house today since I haven’t had that one. H.W. and OF are great value so looking forward to how the RH compares.
That last cocktail with Pikesville, the Black Walnut Old Fashioned, sounds really enticing. Is raw unrefined (Turbinado) sugar the same as or close to the Demerara sugar called for here? If so, I'll drop the $14.50 for the walnut bitters. Normally I don't mess with cocktails, but I loves me some sweet walnut. Good chapter. Good info.
Thanks. Yeah you can use the demerara sugar too. That black walnut old fashioned is legit. Definitely make one.
Found the answer. They're nearly the same and Turbinado is the preferred substitute. www.leaf.tv/articles/what-is-the-difference-between-caster-and-icing-sugar/ and www.thespruceeats.com/demerara-sugar-substitutes-4155673
Nice one, Jason! Pretty keen to explore the world of Rye... been a Scotch man, and had a few bourbons, but need to expand a bit, and like having one on hand for cocktails. A bit limited to what I can get over here... but always keeping my eyes peeled.
Yeah there are some good ones. Definitely explore. The old Forester you would probably like coming from scotch. Cheers.
Great video Jason, the cocktail suggestion for each one is a nice touch. In a Ralfy video I learned to put 25% Rittenhouse in Eagle Rare to really kick it up a notch. I later found the same works great using Knob Creek and the Knob Creek Rye. Would add that I prefer Woodford reserve Rye to their Bourbon. Cheers
I'm gonna try that eagle rare trick. Or maybe to Blanton's too. Lol
Surprised to see that Whistle Pig didn’t make the list? Is that readily available?
Regardless, great videos. Love the background and detailed info. Great stuff! 🍻
This video here is top notch buddy. Very informative and very well put together. Great choices for the top 7!! I love the idea of having the cocktail recipes in there. Keep pumping out this great content. Cheers J
New Riff is my go to rye.
Nice choices, new drinks to try, thanks. Where in the ranks would you put that Bulleit Rye in background? Just tried it, find I like it in an Old Fashioned Sweet.
I like the Bulleit Rye too. I was surprised it wasn’t on the list.
Great list! Love Pikesville 😍 ... Sounds like Old Forester Rye would be the next one to try.
OF Rye is awesome. The high barley content gives it a different flavor but still very good and an amazing value. Cheers!
You are really bringing the passion.
Pikesville definitely number 1 but I am sad not to see Sagamore in your top 7 definitely one of my go to. You have to try a black-eyed rye so good in the summer.
If sagamore was available everywhere. It would have made it. I love sagamore.
Did Heaven Hill pay you? Lol. I also am a fan of those two ryes. Seriously, the production value of all your videos is second to none. Did the turkey 101 not make the list due to availability or taste? And finally, being Canadian, I think I'd throw in lot 40 rye into the mix. Surprisingly affordable at LCBO and delicious. Cheers Jason. Thanks for all the time and passion you put into your videos.
Thanks Mark. No I just happen to love those 2 ryes from HH. Wild Turkey 101 rye isn't as available from what I've seen but I would still take the RR over it anyway. I do love lot 40 but I can't get it where I am anymore. I will be doing a Canadian rye video at some point. Cheers and thanks for.the kind words!
Great video. Loved the addition of the cocktail suggestions.
Any chance you can do a wheat review cheers
Great top 7 Jason! I gotta grab the Old Forester Rye! Cheers!🥃👍🇺🇸
First rye i bought was old forester not bad
Great list. I've had them all except high west and rr sib. Last Friday i was mixing up Manhattan's with a few friends. We emptied a full bottle of Rittenhouse. It was a great night with great friends. Cheers.
Well that just sounds like a perfect night. Rittenhouse is an easy one to go through especially in mixed drinks. Cheers!
Great vid, Jason! The only one's I've tried so far are the Knob Creek, Bulleit and a local option here in WI: Limousin Rye by Dancing Goat distillery. Will have to pick up some of the Old Forester. Have heard great things about Pikesville, too. What are your thoughts on Sazerac Rye?
I really like sazarec rye alot. If it were more available I probably would have added it to the list. I've had the Limosin rye and I think it's really good.
Love the list! Now, I have to go out and get the ones I don’t have! Cheers, buddy!
Great go-to rye video, Jason! I've tried just two on your list but will be picking up the Pikesville and a Russell's 6 Year rye very soon. The cocktails is a nice touch to accompany the bottles and I'd like to order the Vieux Carre next time I'm at a bar. Cheers brother, keep up the fanstastic work!
Thanks man! Pikesville is just awesome. The Vieux Carre is a great cocktail. Cheers
The Mash and Drum Cheers brother!
Great video as always! I've tried 5/7. I would recommend trying store picks of knob creek( mine is 115proof) and High west(mine is finished in some type wine cask) if you can find them. I would add Sagmore to that list too IMHO, but I'm near Baltimore.
Oh I'm a huge Sagamore fan. Of it was more widely available it would be on the list. The port finish is amazing.
Went on a tasting tour at Wilderness Trail and had a sample of their rye. It was absolutely AMAZING! Town Branch rye is really good also, much better than their bourbon to be honest.
Your videos always cost me money...I’ll be picking up a Pikesville this week. Haha
Haha. I'm sorry but not sorry. You'll love it. Cheers
I bought a bottle of Van Winkle 13 year old for $78 in Sweden back in 2010 (?). I see it now is worth $1900. I wonder how much the little sip at the bottom, which is left, is worth...
Great Rye line up! Loved the suggested cocktails! Nice!
Thanks Karen!
Appreciate you're info! Only a week into Rye but really enjoyed the Rittenhouse and have tried the Michter's which was very tasty. Wild Turkey 101 was good. Think I like the "barely rye" versions but haven't given up on the High West Double Rye. Drink bourbon neat so may there must just be an adjustment needed.
Is Pikesville even available in Ohio??? Is this a Blanton's availability curse for rye?
Good video. Thanks Jason! Cheers
Thanks Mark!
This is perfect timing - I've been digging into rye a lot lately. Turns out I've had most of your list already though - will have to try OF soon and keep my eye out for the Russel's Single Barrel. Pikesville, Michter's, and Rittenhouse are my current top 3 and probably gonna be hard to beat out. Side note, I have a 10 year old, partially aged in Texas, Canadian Rye Whiskey from Treaty Oak that is so floral and perfume it's crazy unique.
I have to try some Treaty Oak stuff. Not available where I am but hoping to try at some point soon. OF is an amazing rye for the price but the high barley content does give it a unique flavor. Cheers!
Finally getting around to watching this. Great into to rye and all great go to options. Great episode Jason!
Thanks Chris!
Great list! Old Forester really knocked it out of the park with that high-malt rye mashbill.
Is the Russell's Reserve single barrel that much better than the standard 6-year? It's almost double the price near me.
Yeah for me the SB is just a bit more flavorful. There's a powerful apple cinnamon note I get that I love. 60 bucks is a tough price for some but i do love it. Bit the OF or Rittenhouse are amazing values.
What absinthe do you use for the Sazerac? Been thinking of making one but I've never tried absinthe so I have no clue lol. Is it as bitter as Campari? Because I gave away my Campari, couldn't drink it.
I use either Leopold Bros or Pernod. There are alot but those 2 I find pretty frequently. It's not as bitter but has a black licorice or fennel flavor to it.
@@TheMashandDrum Thanks! Sounds good then, I like some herbaceous stuff like Chartreuse so I should enjoy absinthe. Both anise and fennel are good to me so long as they aren't overbearing. That's interesting that you use Leopold's from over here in Denver, I'll have to hit them up for a taste. I thought their whiskey was ok but I wouldn't spend money on it.
@@Fred_Gilbert it's really just to coat the glass. It's just a touch so I don't spend too much on absinthe. Lol
@@TheMashandDrum For sure, it's crazy how expensive it is. Seems like $60 is the bottom shelf.
Nice choices ... would have loved to see some Whistlepig in there though.
Mmmm Piggyback
I'm a heathen, my favorite Rye is Templeton. But I'll have to try a couple you put on your list.
Michters is good stuff.
You didn't include any Canadian rye whiskys. Some of them are very well reviewed. Alberta Premium 100% rye was called one of the great whiskys of the world by Jim Murray, and Crown Royal 100% Rye won his whisky of the year a few years back. Danfield's 21 year old is very well reviewed as well.
Excellent cocktail choice for Rittenhouse which is my "house" rye as well. Extra props for the Vieux Carre call-out, one of my favorites. Try the Cocktail a la Louisiane if you're a fan of New Orleans-style cocktails and absinthe!
Wild Turkey 101 Rye. How would you compare that to the Russell's reserve that you recommended ?
I love wild turkey 101 rye. It's a great value. I just love the 101 with a bit more age and depth in the Russel's. But I still do love 101. Just not as rich as the single barrel.
Great list, Jason. George loves rye & everything else! :-)
Haha. Awesome! Thanks for watching 😊
Brilliant !
Glad you didn't blow up Willet Estate Reserve. It's my clear favorite, but so hard to find!
Love a Boulevardier with Rittenhouse Rye. Have you tried Woodford Reserve Rye?
Yes I have. I like it alot. Great for cocktails as well. I'd still rather use Rittenhouse or old Forester though. Cheers. Boulevardier is a great cocktail.
Old forester rye is one of my favorites. I like the affordable and available criteria. That being said, WT 101 RYE surprised me and sadly left off your list. Hey, also appreciate the cocktail suggestions even though I drink whiskey neat 95% of the time. Enjoyed the video.
Thanks Jim. WT 101 would have made it but I love the Russells Reserve way too much. Especially after it opens up a bit. Cheers.
Great list with available and affordable ryes, Jason. Thanks for including the cocktail recipes! 🥃😁
Yes some of those are soooo good. Definitely give them a try.
Awesome list Jason. Pikesville and Old Forester are my favorite. Looking forward to trying the RR. Cheers man
Cheers buddy!
For a cheap rye try hunter rye
Pikesville and Rittenhouse will be the next two ryes I buy. Thanks
Bourbon Apprentice - Get ready for some delicious juice. Both are top shelf in my house
Glacier Distilling has the best rye I have come across
I’ve been wanting to try some more ryes. Been stuck on baby saz and Michters. I’ll have to try Rittenhouse and Pikesville!
Definitely give them a try. Cheers
Where do you shoot your videos?