Best Whiskey, Scotch, and Bourbon Under $30

[Joey Link]

A buddy of mine has a fifth of Rebel Yell in his cupboard that we haven't touched in years. Last time we did I was pretty hungover the next day, but I imagine it wouldn't be like that if I drank it like I drink the rest of my bourbons (slowly, not chugging it).

[Savvy]

Nice thread. I'm sure I'll hate you for it in a couple weeks...

[ky toker]

Originally Posted by mugwump

My go to bourbon is Elijah Craig 12yo

I've been a fan of the E.C. 12 for some time, a very good bourdon that leaves some green for other things.

Right now I have been very satisfied empting a bottle of Kentucky Vintage. This stuff is pretty good.

[AggieChemDoc]

Most of what I drink is around $30. The Dalmore and a half bottle of Macallan 12 are likely choices for single malt. For bourbon, I prefer 1792 and Woodford Reserve.

[AggieChemDoc]

I also have to say that I've found a great anejo or reposado tequila goes well with a cigar as well!

[Syekick]

I'm a Bulliet Bourbon - Frontier Whiskey kind a guy. I just love the flavor.

[BengalMan]

Basil Hayden's or Elmer T Lee are both great choices under $30.

[mspringfield]

Originally Posted by AggieChemDoc

Most of what I drink is around $30. The Dalmore and a half bottle of Macallan 12 are likely choices for single malt. For bourbon, I prefer 1792 and Woodford Reserve.

AggieChemDoc,

Given your taste in Single Malt I think I need to visit W. Va.

You can't go wrong with Macallan (even though it has become the "trendy" Scotch), The Dalmore Cigar Malt is the perfect compliment to just about any cigar.

If you have a Costco near by Jack Daniel's Single Barrel is just over the $30 mark and is worth a taste.

Michael

[blugill]

I'd say that for the money The Macallan or The Glenlivet are ok, I just figured that if I'm going to drink then I'm going to buy what I like. Lagavulin 16 year old.

[dccraft]

For Scotch I usually rotate between J&B and Cutty. Both are very smooth for my palate. Also, "on the rocks" is the the only way.
For American blends I really like my Seagrams right on the rocks.
For the Irish, Bushmills and Jamesons are the best. Very, very SMOOTH!
Canadians I am fond of Mist and Crown Royal.

I have never aquired a taste for bourbon. I can mix it with coke but straight?.........Naw.

[mspringfield]

Originally Posted by blugill

I'd say that for the money The Macallan or The Glenlivet are ok, I just figured that if I'm going to drink then I'm going to buy what I like. Lagavulin 16 year old.

Blugill,

Lagavulin is nice as well. For my taste it is a bit too peaty, like most of the Islay malts, so I have to work my way into it. Of course it is only mildly peaty compared to something like Talisker. Holy crap, Talisker is like eating moss! (But there are times when that is just what I want)

Michael

[tsolomon]

Eagle Rare 10 Year and Evan Williams Single Barrel are very good bourbons.

[Joey Link]

Here's my to-purchase list, in no particular order. The ones with the asterisks next to them are the ones I'd really like to find. I ought to go to the store and pick up the cheaper bottles just so I can cross them off the list

Bookers
Maker's Mark
*** George Dickel No. 12
John Barr Black
Evan Williams Single Barrel
Ridgemont Reserve 1792
*** Elmer T. Lee
Jim Beam White Label
*** Pappy Van Winkle
Old Grand Dad
Old Patrero
*** George T. Stagg
Rittenhouse
Wild Turkey
Rebel Yell

[Smoked]

My girl picked me up some Gentleman Jack the other day and it's much better than I remember. It was one sale for 20.00 so she figured she would save a few bucks. Little does she know that I will be picking up more and pretending it's the same bottle. I can hear it now.. "Honey, you haven't been drinking as much lately."

[Joey Link]

Oh yeah man, I love Gentleman Jack. $20 for a fifth is a STEAL. Regular Jack here is $22.95

I just got back from the liquor store. Three bottles followed me home this time:

George Dickel No. 12
Old Forrester
Even Williams Single Barrel

Now I have four new ones to try this weekend