Favorite Current Bourbon Under 90 proof

[weller_tex]

Kind of taking a different tact here. I think many of us like to see bourbon at > 90 proof, and would also agree that back in the 70's and 80's (from my memory and your memory/dusty experience) lower proof bourbons were very flavorful. In light of that what is your favorite current bourbon that is < 90 proof. Myself going to have to go with VOB 86.

[bjbronwyn]

I would say the EWSB 2001 (only one ive tasted) is a great pour at 86.6, or the 80pf Makers Mark. Both are light and smooth and comfortable to drink neat.

[weller_tex]

I would say the EWSB 2001 (only one ive tasted) is a great pour at 86.6, or the 80pf Makers Mark. Both are light and smooth and comfortable to drink neat.

I love MM, but unless you have had a version I am not familiar with it is 90 proof, I picked under 90 proof for that reason. I just have not been crazy about the 3 EWSB I have had, including 2001, but to each his own. There isn't a whole lotta love for MM here, hopefully that will grow.

[bjbronwyn]

MM is 80 proof in Australia, maybe its to save on the importing tax.
We are not blessed with the choices that other parts of the world enjoy!

[weller_tex]

MM is 80 proof in Australia, maybe its to save on the importing tax.
We are not blessed with the choices that other parts of the world enjoy!

Hi bjbronwyn1 i did not know that about MM in Oz! I worked in Alice Springs for a couple of months a few years ago but MM was not sold there. I would agree that an 80 proof MM would be very good!

Good on ya, mate!

[jburlowski]

AAA, if you can get it.

[Tucker]

I've got some Liquor Barn Hancock's at 88.9 that's not bad for the price (<$30) but it's not a regular pour. AAA 10 year is, though, and a fine bourbon at that. Can't forget Dickel Barrel Select, either.

[cigarnv]

AAA, if you can get it.

I second John's choice.... specifically TPS current offering

[Young Blacksmith]

Under 90 proof I'd have to go with 4R yellow label, EWSB, or possibly Old Forester 86. I forget what the proof on EW 1789 is, but it would be another one if it meets the criteria. Never have been happy with Ancient Age products unfortunately, but I know they make several in this range.

[unclebunk]

Not many bourbons under 90 proof that I ever seek out, though I have enjoyed Old Forester and Old Charter at 86 proof from time to time.