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10 Bourbon YouTube Channels That'll Make Your Hunting Buddies Jealous

Still camping out at liquor stores while your knowledge game is stuck on the shelf? Time to level up.

Your bourbon shelf might be impressive, but your YouTube subscription list is about to get a serious upgrade.

The Real MVPs of Bourbon Content

Brewzle: For When You Need a Reality Check

TJ Gamble isn't here to stroke your ego about that $200 bottle you tracked down. With 700K subscribers, he's busy making videos like "I Went BROKE Bourbon Hunting In Detroit" that'll have you questioning your life choices. His take on whether Pappy is worth $2,500? Probably exactly what you need to hear.

Bourbon Junkies: The Drinking Buddies You Actually Want

Daniel and Sean don't sugarcoat. Their "BEST Bourbon Under $60" videos save you from dropping three bills on hyped releases. 130K subscribers can't be wrong – unless they're all taters. These guys are what happens when bourbon knowledge meets zero pretension. When you pop on their channel, check out “The Definitive Beginner Bourbon Buyers Guide.”

Fred Minnick: The OG Who's Seen It All

Fred was reviewing whiskey while you were still chasing Blanton's toppers. His 80K subscribers get industry access you can only dream about. Skip the master class and just binge his "Learn How To Taste Bourbon" video instead.

The Daily Drinkers

It's Bourbon Night: Your Kentucky Spirit Guides

Chad and Sara are bringing Kentucky straight to your living room. Their blind flight challenges expose overpriced bottles faster than your wallet can run. 100K subscribers tune in for honest takes without the hype. Here’s their “Best Bourbons Under $50” video.

Bourbon Pursuit: Where Industry Secrets Leak

Kenny, Ryan, and Fred get distillers talking – like, really talking. Their "Sleeper Bourbons" video alone will change your hunting strategy. 17K subscribers are listening while everyone else is sleeping on store drops.

The Heavy Hitters

Whiskey Tribe: The 500K Strong Community

Rex and Daniel built an empire while keeping it real. Their "8 Best Cask Strength BOURBONS" video is mandatory viewing before your next liquor store run. When half a million people follow your bourbon advice, you're doing something right.

The Mash & Drum: No BS Allowed

Jason calls out overpriced bottles so you don't have to learn the hard way. His "Top Overhyped and Overpriced Bourbons" video probably featured that bottle you overpaid for last month. 100K subscribers appreciate the truth bombs.

The Underdogs Worth Following

SLB Drinks: The Father-Son Duo That Gets It

Kurt and Trenton ask the questions we're all thinking: "Are RARE Buffalo Trace BOURBONS Worth It?" Spoiler: sometimes no. 200K subscribers can't be wrong about these straight-shooters.

ADHD Whiskey: From Competition Winner to YouTube Gold

Matt Porter isn't just talking – he's the 2020 World's Top Whiskey Taster. His "Best Bourbons at Every Price Point" video should be required viewing before you drop your next paycheck at Total Wine. 60K subscribers are learning while laughing.

The Bourbon Judge: Criminally Underrated

With under 20K subscribers, this channel is the dusty find of bourbon YouTube. His distillery visit guides will save you from wasting time at tourist traps. Consider this your insider tip before he blows up. Charlie on the Rickhouse Team is a big fan of 13th Colony Bourbon. Here’s a review of 13th Colony’s newest limited release.

The Bottom Pour

Your bourbon education is just a subscribe button away. These channels deliver the insider knowledge your hunting buddies don't want you to have.

Stop wasting time in Facebook groups filled with bottle porn and start learning from people who actually know what they're talking about.

Worst case? You'll have something better to talk about than "the hunt" at your next tasting.

🥃 Which channel are you binging first?