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.

[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!

[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.

[sailor22]

Haven't sampled many recently but I do like the Wild Turkey 81.

[p_elliott]

I'm giving my vote to Four Roses Yellow Label as well, EWB isn't bad either.

[clingman71]

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

Ditto, AAA is solid, the TPS right now is really good.

[Kyjd75]

AAA, if you can get it.

One nice thing about living in Ky! AAA is here.

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[White Dog]

Slim pickins. I'll second EWSB and AAA. Although not Bourbon, Fleischmann's Rye at 80proof is ridiculously good, and I like Pikesville as well.

[Stormeh]

I'm going to have to go with FR Yellow as well.

[cigarnv]

Haven't sampled many recently but I do like the Wild Turkey 81.

I am starting to worry about you Steve... LOL!!!

[JayMonster]

I'll probably catch some heat for this, but Jim Beam Black.

[IowaJeff]

EWSB probably takes the crown for me. Every year I have had has been pretty darn good. Jim Beam Black is probably next. Then EW Black and 4roses yellow.

[weller_tex]

I'll probably catch some heat for this, but Jim Beam Black.

Before I could get VOB 86, I would have said JBB as well.

[Tony]

Another vote for the Four Roses yellow label. I do have a bottle of AAA I picked up in Kentucky last year but have not opened it as of yet.

Best regards, Tony

[ebo]

I'll probably catch some heat for this, but Jim Beam Black.

I like JBB, too. OGD 86 isn't terrible, either.

[bllygthrd]

AAA, if you can get it.

I'll second that ... AAA. Also, forgot to include Four Roses Yellow Label

[ethangsmith]

If we can select bourbons that are 90:

Elmer T. Lee

Ezra Brooks 90pf

Lower than 90:

Heaven Hill white label 80pf

Cabin Still

Rye lower than 90:

Pikesville

Old Overholt

Other American whiskies lower than 90:

Michter's American

Platte Valley (McCormick) Corn Whiskey

[sutton]

I like JBB, too. OGD 86 isn't terrible, either.

Agree on both - nothing wrong with something straightforward and tasty, even if a bit of a one-note song, now and then.