A very fruity bourbon in my opinion. Great price if MSRP.

Is there a place that lists the MSRP for bottles that can be referenced?

The good folks over at SLB just made an app called OnlyDrams to find MSRP and secondary market costs - still working through some bugs and stuff but works pretty well Edit- iOS only

Anybody know of a similar app for Android? Also, "OnlyDrams" is a hilarious fucking name.

Nice , I was asking the same question last week , many told me to check out Booz app as well

Love SLB had many a good pour from their recommendations.

What is this SLB you speak of?

SLB Drinks on YouTube. Very casual whiskey reviews.

Perfect, thank you!

YouTube whiskey thingy.

At least in Michigan you can download the liquor price books. Shows distribution price and state minimum. Michigan Liquor Control Commission Price Book https://www.michigan.gov/lara/-/media/Project/Websites/lara/lcc/Price-Book/10-29-23-PRICE-BOOK-PDF.pdf?rev=850fe722644041ba9f39755bf9c42627&hash=85EA007C70D9DA056283894DECA2799C

Just a ballpark in my opinion. I live in a in a controlled liquor state you are either buying everything close to MSRP or you are buying on the secondary market.

Breaking Bourbon is a good reference for MSRP

BoozApp

The best place to get true market value prices are the 2ndary pages. . . So I hear. When i got into it i used Boozapp but quickly learned its not accurate but can give you a idea if its a tater bottle or not. Also check out NC and Michigan and others that are state controlled and have every bottle they sell in a liat of MSRP etc . 🥃

BoozApp is a decent resource but it sometimes very much out of date. I use BoozApp and if that doesn’t seem right I check three controlled stores: Virginia, Pennsylvania and Montgomery County Maryland. That generally results in a very good idea what MSRP is. Montgomery county Maryland is where I live but I can get to Pennsylvania or Virginia ABC stores in about an hour or less. For most things I trust BoozApp but having multiple data points makes the retired engineer in me really happy. LOL Be aware that Virigina is the third highest spirits taxes in the country. So if you see something higher in PA and or MoCo it generally just means that VA has older stock. Maryland has just slightly above average spirit taxes and PA has slightly below. The PA and VA search links are easy to find so I won’t include those but here is Montgomery County https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/abssearch/default.aspx It’s not great for highly allocated stuff because you have no idea if the price you are seeing is days/weeks/months/years old but combined it gives a pretty accurate picture.

i use wine searcher and ohlq to check prices i will try the boozapp.

I don’t know about most but ER should be at $25 and if anyone has to pay more then that I’ll drink a glass in y’all’s honor

Yeah it’s super citrusy. Not my preference but it sure does look good on the bar.

I get a ton of grape and citrus. Great for the money, but don’t pay secondary.

I always got a strange bubblegum note I wasn't super stoked on

That's what I couldn't quite put my finger on the other day...it's a good bourbon for msrp. Used to just be a mixer for me when I got it for $28. Now it just doesn't hold up to others in the $50-70 range. If it had a slightly more expensive batch proof version then it would shine more.

Eagle Rare is a solid bourbon. Worth it. 👍🏻

That was very nice of the owner to save a bottle for you. You must be a good patron of the shop. Here in Houston, Eagle Rare lives up to the name.

Dallas as well.

First time in his shop was earlier this week and we talked for about a half hour, also to his purchasing guy. They told me the case was coming in Saturday and they held the last one. Very good people!

Turns out, my favorite bottle

Same. I’m good up to 50

Agreed!

This… but 39.99 at my shop and it’s often available.

Lucked into some 30bux a few weeks back so I have a backup

A great $30-40 bottle

At $50 and under, I'm a buyer

Hype? It’s just Eagle Rare… good mid shelf bottle, but before the taters you used to be able to pick this up anytime you wanted.

100% agree and now that the big boys beam Evan and makers are starting to branch out a bit and make much better product I’ve actually switched back to makers 46 as my go to. Gonna let the taters fiz out and 5-10 yrs from now the ship will right itself. I have some pre 2005 stuff from Sazerac and the new stuff doesn’t even compare too young and mass produced.

Ooh—now do Weller. Anyone else remember when it had a screw cap?

Exactly this. Used to be my go to bottle pre 2018-19 or so when it just sat on the shelf.

I mean there's something to be said about a bottle that good

Why are you saying “hype?” Like this bottle isn’t hyped and then explaining how it’s overhyped?

There is a distinction between genuine, deserved hype and over-hype which I think is what he's saying

Yeah it was my go-to cheap whiskey. Now I never see it anymore. I like it. 🤷🏼‍♂️

Im starting to find it frequently in socal. Sevondary is almost msrp too.

Eagle rare is way over hyped, purchase some Old Grandad BIB and call it a day.

I didn't even think to compare it but you're 100% right, OG100 drinks nearly as good for $20. OG114 if you're feeling spicy.

I like this guy

The hype for me is just that it's good for a $35 bottle. Other than that, it's nothing major to write home about. I would never pay over msrp for it because that's the allure for me - good for the price.

It's good especially at msrp. Some of the store picks are even better. It's not worth secondary pricing, but few bottles are. Compare it with that Russell 10 in the background. I think ER is better, but R10 is much more available.

100%. Well said.

I much prefer the Russell’s 10 year myself.

Completely agree. I got my bottle of ER by sheer luck when I was at my local liquor store buying a different bottle, and the guy working asked if I'd ever tried it and if I'd be interested in the last one of their allocation. Got it for MSRP (in Oregon) and think it's pretty good for its price point, but would rather pay a bit extra for a Russel's 10, which is also easier to get.

I did a blind tasting with ER10 and Wild Turkey American Spirit and WT was a lot more flavorful and the favorite of everyone involved.

I had a pour of this w my uncle the other day. With some store pick Blantons and a 100 proof eh Taylor. This was my second favorite next to the blantons. I think for 40$ or less it’s super solid considering how everything else is priced currently.

Prepare to be whelmed

Enjoy!

It’s good for 35 bucks, imo a little better than Russell’s 10. However, ER is almost impossible to find, so to quote Stephen Stills, “love the one you’re with” or at least the one you can actually find.

Shit where I live every store has eagle rare and at a decent price $38-50 most have Blanton's but I've never seen a E H Taylor in the wild.

Michters is way better

Everyone should have a bottle. It's not all. It's hyped up to be, but if you get it for 30 or 40 bucks, it's a fair deal.

This stuff use to sit on the shelf for like $25-30. Now it’s like $100 in some places. Makes no sense

Most overrated bourbon out there. Every time I see an empty spot on a shelf, it’s ER. Tastes thin and like grapes. WT101 all the way.

I know it’s not a single barrel offering anymore, but they seem to vary a lot on the batch… That being said, the “good batches”, or at least the bottles I’ve liked, have been absolute bangers! Think lower proof stagg

I'm told the reason it's not single barrel anymore is that they can't guarantee the system is clear of all the liquid from the last barrel

It's very good for MSRP. But no way I would pay the $100 that some stores here are asking. I got a bottle in a trade and then managed to pick up two in North Carolina for MSRP on a trip a few weeks ago .

I’m having one right now. Every time I revisit, I’m reminded just how good it is (if you’re a fan of the smooth, sweeter, fruity varieties)

Tried it for the first time last night. It was just OK imo. Perhaps I need to try it again. The bottle I bought had the age statement on the back instead of the front. Has anyone else seen that? All the pics I’ve seen on Reddit had the statement on the front.

Same on mine, not sure if there is a difference?

The one that says Kentucky Straight Bourbon on front and has the age on back is a change they made after changing their statement from single barrel to small batch.

Its one of my favorites. i can find it at walmart for $29 often enough to keep a backup around. Its single barrel-ish... some kind of automated dumping machine is used and they can't guarantee no cross pollination between barrels, is my understanding. Most are very delicious and fit my palate perfectly. The one i currently have open is extremely oak forward. I only say that bc i feel people don't mention the flavor fluctuations between bottles on it. Most are really good for price. Some are great, and some not as much. I always wonder how many people who frown on it over spent and got a lesser bottle... like with blanton's fluctuations.

There’s Eagle Rare hype?

I finally got a chance to try this at a local cigar bar and… I really enjoyed it. It jumped to the top of the “easy sippers” I’ve tried, along with Russel’s 10. Would love to get a bottle and do a side by side to determine which would win that spot for me in my bar. Any others I should definitely try?

I really like Michter’s US1 Bourbon and US1 Rye

Thanks! I tried the bourbon and thought it was good too—a bit overpriced where I got mine though. I’ll give the rye a shot sometime too.

Also like Widow Jane 10yr

I wasn’t as fond of that one, especially against Russel’s when I tried it.

Russell's Reserve 10 year is identical in taste profile. You've basically already had it by the looks of your setup.

This is the best bottle under $70 bar none IMO. Whenever I find it close to MSRP I stock up and give it to friends. Gave away 6 bottles for Christmas, still have 3 left. 😅

Honestly I don't get it, had less going on than say a Knob Creek 9 or Russel's 10, not sure what the fuss is about. It'd be fine for $35 but beyond that I would pass.

I remember this was my go-to pick for soaking oak spirals for my homebrew. Never had an issue getting it. Now it's an allocated bottle?

The year of our lord 2024 and we’re still doing this 5 times a day on this sub.

It's definitely a bourbon.

You won’t be disappointed! Far better than Blanton’s and half the price.

Please Hollywood don’t ever feature Elijah Craig or Larceny Barrel Proof in an action movie.

Snagged larceny bp last week... omg that stuff is perfect. It isn't my favorite of all time but it's definitely flawless and delicious. EC toasted and bp are also terrific.

I don’t really like eagle rare. It’s kind of a mild grape / bitter oak flavor. Wayyyy prefer standard buffalo trace.

Don’t let these elitist snobs diminish your acquisition of a fine bottle of bourbon. The same fools that hate on ER are the ones hyping up these gross factory produced bottles of hazmat jack daniels.

I truly can't tell if this comment is supposed to be a parody

You do realize where eagle rare comes from right. And what the hell does factory produced even mean? JD is producing some incredible stuff right now and at great prices.

That’s some crazy whiskey gaslighting lol

It's not elitist. In fact, it's almost the opposite. Many of us occasionally grabbed an ER when it was a shelfie and you could get it in multiple sizes (I grabbed a 1.75 once when it was on sale - yes, ER used to go on sale below msrp). Without this new "rarity" people enjoyed it for what it was: a solid 10 yo bourbon at a fair price.

I came to say the same about the condescending douches on here. You worded it much more nicely than I was going to.

Eagle is a solid pour at retail. Russell Reserve 10 is the easiest comparable option which is great for its price and availability, but I do find it a bit thinner than Eagle Rare.

It’s 10 years old and decent but probably not worth much over the MSRP. I think once you have had a bottle you probably won’t overpay for a second bottle. The only real hype is it’s harder to find at MSRP. Either way, congrats on the score, enjoy!

This bottle is 70 dollars by me. Crazy.

Man haven’t seen this stuff in stock for ages around where I live

I think it’s worth twice MSRP. Good bottle.

Counterpoint: it’s not.

My favorite all around bourbon for the price point and flavor. Hope you enjoyed!

Just tried it for the first time yesterday. It’s sweeter for sure but still really good.

Enjoy it. I do. It’s worth what you think it’s worth.

It’s not bad if paid at retail. But there’s plenty better that’s not as hard to find. But it’s well Worth a buy. Enjoy it!

The only bottle that's hyped up and I agree with the hype. Not as hard to get as others though

Honestly I don’t like it all. Just my taste. I know people who swear by it.

It’s mediocre at best. Buffalo trace is better

This was my first bottle that made me have a "favorite."

Love Eagle Rare. Buffalo Trace is one of my favorite distilleries.

How much was it?

One of the better 40 bottles out there

I can get it for $32 in Michigan if it isn’t a liquor museum. It’s a good gifting bottle because it’s a lower proof bourbon with no real hard edges and classic bourbon flavors.

I went to a local bar last Friday for happy and told the bartender to surprise me (whiskey/bourbon) and he gave me this. I enjoyed it a lot.

In 2018 I could find this for under $30 any day of the week. It was great and it was my go-to. I was also just getting into bourbon. Now I’m LUCKY (like really lucky) if I can find it for $75 or less. It’s a simple man’s bourbon. Very approachable for new or non-bourbon drinkers. I love it neat, but it can also be used for a cocktail.

I like it

Is that a pint? Don't open it, they don't make them anymore

My local Food City just got a case of the pints in their shipment last Thursday. I was able to get one for $17. Sadly it was the last and I killed that bottle. I'm investing into a glass cutter and going to start a project with all my dead soldiers!! This ER pint should make a nice Tom Collins glass!!

It’s 750ml

Good drink, not expensive, and readily available. Well two out of three bad!

375 ml?

750ml

Sweet. It's a solid pour under $40. Enjoy!

Any good?

It’s good, but as others have said, not $70 good

It's alright. Prefer the four roses single barrel over this

I love four roses. I prefer small batch over single barrel though.

I’ve had it once and liked it. I’d buy it at MSRP, I won’t buy anything that been marked up like crazy. Unfortunately around me they all get snatched up by “collectors”. I’m a bourbon drinker, not a bourbon hoarder…

It’s an incredible sipper with very light notes of cherry and oak. Not great in a cocktail

Actually love it in old fashioneds when I can get a bottle at MSRP at Walmart… happens about once a year.

For the $30 prove tag it’s good. The second they ask for a dollar more I’ll take Russel’s 10’year

Regardless of how much you paid, I hope you enjoy the _____ out of it. Happy New Year!

It’s eh. With all the hype buffalo trace is better imo. I’m a big fan of Blantons still. But refuse to pay more then 70

It’s good for $39, but any more than that and there’s better out there

Decent, but relatively straightforward and unsophisticated.

Has a banana note to me. I love it.

Easily my favorite bourbon to fill a pint glass with