Another stellar review! A few elements of your videos that I really enjoy: 1. The intro photos of the bolted 2. The history you provide 3. The tasting notes 4. The wrap up….not “good” or “bad” but here’s the flavor profile, maybe you’ll like it maybe you won’t (to paraphrase). Anyway, another wonderful video 🥃
I really appreciate the candor of your reviews, Jason. The hype on this bottle has been pulling at me for a while. While it still sounds like a great bottle, your points make it clear that it’s probably not worth the price for me and my palate.
I bought a bottle this past weekend, here in Ohio it is $170 but you can never find it. I found in Indiana for $200 and pulled the trigger. I would agree it’s overpriced but my motto is if you want it, buy when you find it. Awesome review, this is becoming my favorite spirits channel.
10 years is an impressive age statement for a rye but $170 for a 92 proofer? That's a pass for me. I'm glad I got the barrell proof and saved the extra money.
I love whiskey and whiskey channels. I also am so damn jealous of how many drams I see on these channels I'll never see for less than 400 bucks on the secondary.
I love Michter's taste both rye and bourbon. I just don't stock it because of the proof point on their regular shelf picks. I would love to see a Bottle In Bond from them. Maybe I can get lucky and find a barrel proof
It comes down to the fact that it is a rare high age rye. The longer these rye’s sit in a barrel the more likely they will mellow. I couldn’t pass this up as it’s not your typical rye. Appreciate the review and comparison!
Love the 10 year michters, I think the bourbon taste better than the rye, admittedly I am biased towards bourbon since I prefer them usually over ryes. I think michters 10 year bourbon or rye gives some of the best flavor in that age statement but they certainly are pricing people out from consuming them.
Well, I bought one of these on secondary and I've got a barrel proof coming. Yeah, I paid too much but def a Michter's fan so I jumped on them, I'll never find them on a shelf around here. That Templeton 10 year sounds interesting, I like 95/5 MGP. I've stayed away from Templeton since they got in trouble with the authorities but maybe it's time to give them a second chance.
I was on the same train as you with templeton until the wife bought me a 10 year for 70 bucks and wowwww I was amazed. It’s a great rye for the 70-80 dollar price tag
I just got a local shops barrel pick of Union Horse rye, 123 proof, just under 6yr old. It's fantastic and I never heard of that distillery before. Big orange zest and spice, almost like old fashioned in a glass. I'd recommend you find a barrel proof to try some day. I think their normal release is ~46%
Do we even know if Michter’s Barrel Proof Rye and 10 yr Rye have same mash bill? Since 10 yr is sourced…it might not have same mash bill. So comparing two products might be not a fair game. I love Michter’s product but I always feel cheated to pay more for their sourced products. Great review by the way!
Rye, isn't my bag o' donuts, if it's a quality Single Malt Scotch, American Single Malt, Wheated, Sour Mash, Straight Bourbon, Moon Shine I'm all in, Rye thanks but, no thanks. However, Jason you do give quality critique on everything whiskey keep up the work.
Thanks for the review, Jason! I've enjoyed watching your videos for a while, but don't think I have commented before. I really enjoy the Michter's standard options, but to me with their limited releases you pay too much for the hype and the marketing (tried the 10 yr bourbon twice in a bar and think MSRP is ~50% above where it should be). I saw the 2020 release of the 10 yr rye on the shelf last year for ~30% over MSRP, but passed due to the price relative to what you get. I'm willing on occasion to pay $200 for a really good, high aged Kentucky rye: I've bought both Kentucky Owl Rye and Master's Keep Cornerstone. But I feel that when you compare the Michter's 10 Rye to those, you are paying a bit more for what's on the outside of the bottle vs those others, rather than what's on the inside.
ive got two barrels of toasted rye from this year. also a barrel proof rye. finally got my hands on this m10 rye and i gotta say, all of them are phenomenal, but the m10 rye is not as good as the 2018 release i had last.
One of the best ryes o out there IMHO…I actually like the Barrel strength rye as well. Yes, at 170 retail to 260-300 secondary it is pricy but…I like it better than Thomas Handy which is cheaper retail but 750-850 secondary so overall Michters is not that high. I like the Barrel strength rye as the better value from them
I'll keep my Alberta Premium Rye at $90ish. Have you indulged in yet? Couldn't remember if you'd reviewed it at all. If so, just wink so we don't alert everyone to the cheaper cask strength Canadian goodness that isn't overpriced W.P.
During fermentation bacteria can create lactic acid. In a whisky, that lactic acid contributes to the dill-like aroma or flavor. Types of rye grain can also bring out more of that dill note.
On the road boondocking best find out in the middle of nowhere is a KC SBR9 120, watched your 𝕜𝕖𝕖𝕡 𝕚𝕥 𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕝 review sipping this stuff, ya, that will be a never never find, keep up the good work though, never get enough.
Stumbled on a Knob Creek Limited Edition 9 year old cask strength rye - 119.6 proof ( batch one - 2018 ) at a small town store for $70. including tax. Very fortunate to find it, but Michter's wants $170 for one extra year watered down to 93 ???? Sorry, but I'm passing Pikesville at $50 - $60 all day every day. I'll take 2 bottles of Pikesville and the Knob Creek EVERY time
Just got this years M10R and also have the MBSR. The M10R was 129$ near me in MA, and I love it! And I like all sorts of ryes, but prefer the ones that are sweeter and have no dill note. When it comes to bourbons I cannot stand nutty ones like Knob Creek 🤢. Prefer the Saz/BT stuff, no off notes basically!
@@jacobrich7785 The chain stores Luke's and Kappy's both have clubs you can join and enter into raffles weekly. John's Liquors in Falmouth is great. There is a Facebook group "Bourbon Finder New England" with a ton of leads, people post up photos and info from the shops daily. I also have a friend who has a bottle shop which is a great personal hookup. Your best bet is to make some rapport with the store managers at a good store and let them know what you are into. If you are a good customer and friendly they should help you get what they can.
I got lucky and found one in CT a few weeks back for 140, not sure why it was so cheap, haven't opened it yet, also got a barrel proof rye in NY for 99 which I thought was good because I have had it before and loved it
@@mattredfield8647 I just got this for $135. Really confused about the SRP on this one lol Did they only raise the prices in certain regions? I've seen several comments about finding it for much under the apparent $170 SRP
@@the_snicklefritz connecticut has a unique price structure for minimum bottle pricing. Not sure what state you are in but ct is definitely different than most I've worked in. The state sets the minimum you can sell it for and it's illegal to go below that price. So im guessing the pricing is based on the state you are in. Cant confirm what other states msrp is on these. Only here in ct.
@@mattredfield8647 Very interesting and thank you for the knowledge!! I'm in western Mass but rarely venture down to Ct. I know its decent for bottle hunting but I do enjoy supporting my local liquor stores (Four Seasons Liquors specifically)
Love the 10 year rye but in my opinion other then being really limited and a pretty bottle it’s not worth it. Rather have another bottle of Four Gate Rye which are almost the same price.
My particular bottle had a ton of sweet oak which I really enjoyed so it was nice that the age came through given the price tag lol Certainly not the most complex rye but definitely glad I'm able to experience this. Agreed with you that I wish it was in that $100 (maybe when their own distillate reaches that age they can bring the prices down since they won't be sourcing the rye anymore? Maybe that's wishful thinking....)
Holy shit!!!! I mean.... wooooo You actually made a comment! I’ll pass everytime, sourced, deceptive label and not from Texas. That’s three strikes and we haven’t even covered the price yet
Another stellar review! A few elements of your videos that I really enjoy:
1. The intro photos of the bolted
2. The history you provide
3. The tasting notes
4. The wrap up….not “good” or “bad” but here’s the flavor profile, maybe you’ll like it maybe you won’t (to paraphrase).
Anyway, another wonderful video 🥃
Thanks Gary!
I really appreciate the candor of your reviews, Jason. The hype on this bottle has been pulling at me for a while. While it still sounds like a great bottle, your points make it clear that it’s probably not worth the price for me and my palate.
My area the barrel strength is 200.00 and the 10yr is 350.00-500.00
I will stick with my Rare Breed Rye, Pikesville, and any Sagamore Rye!
I bought a bottle this past weekend, here in Ohio it is $170 but you can never find it. I found in Indiana for $200 and pulled the trigger. I would agree it’s overpriced but my motto is if you want it, buy when you find it. Awesome review, this is becoming my favorite spirits channel.
10 years is an impressive age statement for a rye but $170 for a 92 proofer? That's a pass for me. I'm glad I got the barrell proof and saved the extra money.
I love whiskey and whiskey channels. I also am so damn jealous of how many drams I see on these channels I'll never see for less than 400 bucks on the secondary.
Im out at 170, thanks for the review
I love Michter's taste both rye and bourbon. I just don't stock it because of the proof point on their regular shelf picks. I would love to see a Bottle In Bond from them. Maybe I can get lucky and find a barrel proof
Great review! Jason, you’re always on point.
Great review, probably one of the best jobs of offering alternatives - super helpful
It comes down to the fact that it is a rare high age rye. The longer these rye’s sit in a barrel the more likely they will mellow.
I couldn’t pass this up as it’s not your typical rye.
Appreciate the review and comparison!
Thx Jason, I'd like to taste it first but appreciate your insight, cheers
amazingl, very well laid out, i was hoping you could also compare the toasted barrel rye alongside
Love the 10 year michters, I think the bourbon taste better than the rye, admittedly I am biased towards bourbon since I prefer them usually over ryes. I think michters 10 year bourbon or rye gives some of the best flavor in that age statement but they certainly are pricing people out from consuming them.
Well, I bought one of these on secondary and I've got a barrel proof coming. Yeah, I paid too much but def a Michter's fan so I jumped on them, I'll never find them on a shelf around here. That Templeton 10 year sounds interesting, I like 95/5 MGP. I've stayed away from Templeton since they got in trouble with the authorities but maybe it's time to give them a second chance.
I was on the same train as you with templeton until the wife bought me a 10 year for 70 bucks and wowwww I was amazed. It’s a great rye for the 70-80 dollar price tag
$170! Ouch!!! I would still purchase one at MSRP if I could find it since I’ve never owned the 10 year rye.
I was able to score one for $130 at my local grocery store. It’s so good
I just got a local shops barrel pick of Union Horse rye, 123 proof, just under 6yr old. It's fantastic and I never heard of that distillery before. Big orange zest and spice, almost like old fashioned in a glass. I'd recommend you find a barrel proof to try some day. I think their normal release is ~46%
Also not sourced product, produced and aged by the distillery which is why I'm so surprised hardly anyone has reviewed them yet.
Thanks for the review brother.
Do we even know if Michter’s Barrel Proof Rye and 10 yr Rye have same mash bill? Since 10 yr is sourced…it might not have same mash bill. So comparing two products might be not a fair game.
I love Michter’s product but I always feel cheated to pay more for their sourced products.
Great review by the way!
Spot on review Jason thanks again
Rye, isn't my bag o' donuts, if it's a quality Single Malt Scotch, American Single Malt, Wheated, Sour Mash, Straight Bourbon, Moon Shine I'm all in, Rye thanks but, no thanks. However, Jason you do give quality critique on everything whiskey keep up the work.
Great Review Jason. I’m interested in that Templeton Rye, honestly. I have the 6 year and love it so I’ll be on the hunt
Yes, the 10 year Templeton is well worth it in my opinion. Everything you expect in a rye with sweetness that balances it out. Without overspending
Thanks for the review, Jason! I've enjoyed watching your videos for a while, but don't think I have commented before.
I really enjoy the Michter's standard options, but to me with their limited releases you pay too much for the hype and the marketing (tried the 10 yr bourbon twice in a bar and think MSRP is ~50% above where it should be). I saw the 2020 release of the 10 yr rye on the shelf last year for ~30% over MSRP, but passed due to the price relative to what you get.
I'm willing on occasion to pay $200 for a really good, high aged Kentucky rye: I've bought both Kentucky Owl Rye and Master's Keep Cornerstone. But I feel that when you compare the Michter's 10 Rye to those, you are paying a bit more for what's on the outside of the bottle vs those others, rather than what's on the inside.
ive got two barrels of toasted rye from this year. also a barrel proof rye. finally got my hands on this m10 rye and i gotta say, all of them are phenomenal, but the m10 rye is not as good as the 2018 release i had last.
One of my fav ryes every year. But yeah the price increase sucks.
Great review, and I really liked the suggested.bottle info.
One of the best ryes o out there IMHO…I actually like the Barrel strength rye as well. Yes, at 170 retail to 260-300 secondary it is pricy but…I like it better than Thomas Handy which is cheaper retail but 750-850 secondary so overall Michters is not that high.
I like the Barrel strength rye as the better value from them
Thank you Jason. Great review as always. Too rich for me! I like the Michter's 10yr but not in love with it. Not willing to pay the outrageous prices.
Found it in the U.K. for £175, awfully tempted
I'll keep my Alberta Premium Rye at $90ish. Have you indulged in yet? Couldn't remember if you'd reviewed it at all. If so, just wink so we don't alert everyone to the cheaper cask strength Canadian goodness that isn't overpriced W.P.
Sorry, I'll just buy another bottle of rare breed rye.
Uggg finding the regular rye had no luck with finding the barrel proof on Ohio. And does anyone know if Ohio actually released any Russel 13
I had the opportunity for a bottle, but passed due to the price. Can't buy them all. Once again, a great review.
You can try and buy them all.
What makes a dill forward rye? I'm not a fan and would like to know typical mashbills or region of the ryes that are dill forward. Thanks!
During fermentation bacteria can create lactic acid. In a whisky, that lactic acid contributes to the dill-like aroma or flavor. Types of rye grain can also bring out more of that dill note.
$170 is nutts! Way too expensive, definitely passing at that price
On the road boondocking best find out in the middle of nowhere is a KC SBR9 120, watched your 𝕜𝕖𝕖𝕡 𝕚𝕥 𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕝 review sipping this stuff, ya, that will be a never never find, keep up the good work though, never get enough.
Hoping I can grab a bottle of this bottle in Canada!
Stumbled on a Knob Creek Limited Edition 9 year old cask strength rye - 119.6 proof ( batch one - 2018 ) at a small town store for $70.
including tax. Very fortunate to find it, but Michter's wants $170 for one extra year watered down to 93 ????
Sorry, but I'm passing
Pikesville at $50 - $60 all day every day.
I'll take 2 bottles of Pikesville and the Knob Creek EVERY time
Just got this years M10R and also have the MBSR. The M10R was 129$ near me in MA, and I love it! And I like all sorts of ryes, but prefer the ones that are sweeter and have no dill note. When it comes to bourbons I cannot stand nutty ones like Knob Creek 🤢. Prefer the Saz/BT stuff, no off notes basically!
For 130 I like it much better!
@@TheMashandDrum for $130 its an instant buy imo
Where in the world did u find such a limited release under msrp bottle at??…
Any recs for MA whiskey stores ?
@@jacobrich7785 The chain stores Luke's and Kappy's both have clubs you can join and enter into raffles weekly. John's Liquors in Falmouth is great. There is a Facebook group "Bourbon Finder New England" with a ton of leads, people post up photos and info from the shops daily. I also have a friend who has a bottle shop which is a great personal hookup. Your best bet is to make some rapport with the store managers at a good store and let them know what you are into. If you are a good customer and friendly they should help you get what they can.
I got lucky and found one in CT a few weeks back for 140, not sure why it was so cheap, haven't opened it yet, also got a barrel proof rye in NY for 99 which I thought was good because I have had it before and loved it
Also in ct. Grabbed 2 at $115 each. Not sure why or where $170 is msrp on these
@@mattredfield8647 I just got this for $135. Really confused about the SRP on this one lol Did they only raise the prices in certain regions? I've seen several comments about finding it for much under the apparent $170 SRP
@@the_snicklefritz connecticut has a unique price structure for minimum bottle pricing. Not sure what state you are in but ct is definitely different than most I've worked in. The state sets the minimum you can sell it for and it's illegal to go below that price. So im guessing the pricing is based on the state you are in. Cant confirm what other states msrp is on these. Only here in ct.
@@mattredfield8647 Very interesting and thank you for the knowledge!! I'm in western Mass but rarely venture down to Ct. I know its decent for bottle hunting but I do enjoy supporting my local liquor stores (Four Seasons Liquors specifically)
Love the 10 year rye but in my opinion other then being really limited and a pretty bottle it’s not worth it. Rather have another bottle of Four Gate Rye which are almost the same price.
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Save me some!
I hear ya, but I still want a bottle
Where do you get your copitas?
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My particular bottle had a ton of sweet oak which I really enjoyed so it was nice that the age came through given the price tag lol Certainly not the most complex rye but definitely glad I'm able to experience this. Agreed with you that I wish it was in that $100 (maybe when their own distillate reaches that age they can bring the prices down since they won't be sourcing the rye anymore? Maybe that's wishful thinking....)
I'm with ya 💯
Wooo. I was lucky to get one recently for $149+tax. $163 OTD
Holy shit!!!!
I mean.... wooooo
You actually made a comment!
I’ll pass everytime, sourced, deceptive label and not from Texas. That’s three strikes and we haven’t even covered the price yet
Shoot, Jason. I’ll buy it off you for $170 opened if you regret your purchase.
What not done in a Valley Girl voice???
I'll take Pikesville over this just because of the price.
Yeah im not spending that kind of money on that. Pass.
To much for a 10 year rye. I prefer a high rye rye.