For the money....

[Old School]

It's nice to be on a forum and not have to explain NC liquor laws. We (my family) do not prefer sweet bourbons / whiskey. We've kind of settled in on Woodford Reserve Double Oaked and Wild Turkey Rye (if we want it a little dryer). They seem to be the best bang for the buck. We dive into scotch every now and then, but our brands are pricey.

Someone recommended 4 Roses. Any other thoughts on less-sweet options in the 'best for your money' category?

 

[Infamous1]

Poor white trash here with very low expectations but for my sub $20 pour I really like Fighting Cock bourbon. Bottom shelf 104 octane. I like it neat, it does have some burn but it's not unpleasant.

 

[Have gun-will travel]

Old Grandad 114 is very good .. If you like it neet you can add a couple of cubes of ice to cool down the burn . It is 114 proof. Make a good mixer . You can actually taste the bourbon when it's mixed

 

[BBD280]

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[Chdamn]

Good lord there are a ton of choices.

Knob Creek
Bulleit
Buffalo Trace
EH Taylor.
Oak & Eden

That’s just the under $50 selections.

 

[kcult]

My palette isn't sophisticated enough to say what is sweet or not, but I can tell you what my (as of now) favorite bourbons are.

In this order;

1) Russell's Reserve single barrel select.

2) TX.

3) Early Times bottled in bond.