The Bourbon Thread!!

[icehog3]

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Picked this up today and super excited to try it!!!

Great minds Gabe? :D Although I actually finished mine last night.

https://i.imgur.com/4Wd3Q1k.jpg

[stearns]

Nice! I have a bottle of 1920 that's still sealed somewhere in the back of the cabinet...

...but I also drank about a full bottle of it camping one weekend a few months back so I have a very good idea of how good it tastes :dr

[icehog3]

Found another new (to me) Booker's yesterday.

https://i.imgur.com/b3Sf71d.jpg

[stearns]

Nice find! I can barely find any on the shelves recently, let alone some that have a little dust on the top

I did find a bottle of Hibiki Harmony over the weekend, cool looking bottle and the stuff inside is supposed to be pretty stellar, I was gonna crack it last night but being National Bourbon Day I thought it wouldn't make sense to drink Japanese.

I had a very full weekend of drinking Bourbon, which included:

Blantons SFTB
Hancock Reserve
BT Store Pick (2x stores)
Jefferson Reserve Ocean Voyage 19
Larceny Store Pick
Henry McKenna 10

And probably some other stuff :al

[icehog3]

I had a very full weekend of drinking Bourbon, which included:

Blantons SFTB
Hancock Reserve
BT Store Pick (2x stores)
Jefferson Reserve Ocean Voyage 19
Larceny Store Pick
Henry McKenna 10

And probably some other stuff :al

Now THAT'S a weekend! :D :al

Does it seem that the store pick makes a big difference for the Buffalo Trace, Ben?

[stearns]

I think so, but also I'm not sure the last time I had a non-store pick. I definitely notice a difference between bottles, I actually have three different ones open now (but one only has a couple pours left, it won't make it to the end of the week), I wouldn't say they are different enough that I would grab one over another because I was looking for a particular profile but some I get more maraschino cherries than others, which I like. I had a pour from the almost empty bottle that tasted like a cherry vanilla ice cream I had when I was a kid. BT is my go to for a warm up pour, most nights that I'm trying a few it starts with that. But I'm also very lucky that it seems a different store around here gets a BT barrel each week, so I never have to pay more than $26 or have to look too hard. I just grab one pretty much any time I see them and throw it in the back of the cabinet :tu

[icehog3]

Good to know. Next time I see one here I'll grab it, assuming the price is good. :tu

[Gabe215]

Nice Tom! I did some research before buying the 1920 and glad it also gets the Icehog seal of approval! Question for everyone, I’m fairly new to High end Bourbon and enjoying my journey, the 1920 will be my first whiskey that high in proof, do you add a few drops of water to it and barrel proof bourbons? I normally drink my bourbons neat. Will it be an all out burn fest? I’m currently enjoying the last of my Elijah Craig small batch 94 proof and love it but there is a decent burn to it? Am I being a puss lol? Going to crack open the 1920 on Fatjers Day to enjoy with Dad and watch golf.

[stearns]

You're not being a puss! Give it a try neat, if it's too much throw a couple splashes of water or an ice cube, try again. I think you'll get up there quickly, I never used to be able to drink scotch without an ice cube but when I started switching to bourbon I tried skipping the cube and for the most part only drink neat now, but sometimes certain pours need a little water to open them up.

I've heard barrel proof bourbon described as being able to enjoy three ways: neat, splash of water, over a little ice. All three will give you a little different experience, try them out and see what you like best.

I also once had a guy at a liquor store tell me I should buy a bottle of Barrell Bourbon because I could add enough water to basically get two bottles of 80 proof for the price of one so it was a good deal. I didn't buy it... or anything there...

[icehog3]

I agree with Ben, Gabe, try it neat first, then with a few drops of water. I find that sometimes the water really opens up different, richer flavors, so I do it sometimes even though I love the heat.

I disagree with Ben about you being a puss though, no way that EC 94 proof should be too hot. ;) ;s :r

[Gabe215]

I never said too hot just I nice kick to it! Lol!!

[icehog3]

I never said too hot just I nice kick to it! Lol!!

;s :r

[icehog3]

Last night's pours:

https://i.imgur.com/s7lzmJ1.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/RCgt5xA.jpg

[SSDVC]

I still see lots of Four Roses Small Batch everywhere around here, Scott. Plus the Single Barrel, Small Batch Select and others.

Friends sent me my Dickel BiB from Dallas-Fort Worth, have not seem that in the wild in Chicago.

Around here, anything that gets a good review seems to disappear overnight. Wierd.

I went ahead and tried Total, nation wide, but the only store that has it (and in store pickup only) was Miami. I need to get my hands on 6 bottles, for medicinal purposes only, of course. Now, if someone were to find several bottles of the Dickel BiB they don't want (yeah right), I would be interested. Just sayin.

Today I did find Four Roses Small Batch and the SB Select in Shrewsbury Mass. Put a couple of bottles of each on hold. It's 28 miles to the store, but I am thirsty :dr and will be headed there tomorrow to pick up a few bottle of each.


Thanks!

[icehog3]

I would suggest the Four Roses Single Barrel over the Small Batch and Small Batch Select, Scott. So much better than the SB, and just as good as the Select and $15-20 cheaper most places. Thank me later. :D

Only place I have seen the Dickel BiB around here is at the United Center is a whiskey bar before a Blackhawks game, and there obviously only available for a pour.

[stearns]

Local store just put up a post about an 11 year EC store pick. Wasn't gonna wait for that one to sell out, ran right over, $34 for 11 years seems like a fair price :)

[icehog3]

Local store just put up a post about an 11 year EC store pick. Wasn't gonna wait for that one to sell out, ran right over, $34 for 11 years seems like a fair price :)

Looking forward to hearing how it compares to the regular EC 94. I see store picks at Binny's and Garfield's around here from time to time.

[SSDVC]

I would suggest the Four Roses Single Barrel over the Small Batch and Small Batch Select, Scott. So much better than the SB, and just as good as the Select and $15-20 cheaper most places. Thank me later. :D

Only place I have seen the Dickel BiB around here is at the United Center is a whiskey bar before a Blackhawks game, and there obviously only available for a pour.

I'll take your advice and pick up a bottle and give it a shot. I have been broadening my horizons as of late (nothing else to do), so this is now my new past time, as long as the Honey Do list is finished !! :noon

[Gabe215]

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This is so weird! On a whim I picked this up at the store today. I was torn between this and Wild Turkey Rare Breed but ultimately went with Four Roses. This stuff is awesome!! Maybe next time I try small batch out as well!!

[icehog3]

I'll take your advice and pick up a bottle and give it a shot. I have been broadening my horizons as of late (nothing else to do), so this is now my new past time, as long as the Honey Do list is finished !! :noon

It's becoming mine as well, much to the chagrin of my liver. :al :r

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This is so weird! On a whim I picked this up at the store today. I was torn between this and Wild Turkey Rare Breed but ultimately went with Four Roses. This stuff is awesome!! Maybe next time I try small batch out as well!!

Great minds, Gabe! :D

[icehog3]

A pour from the Infinity bottle last night. Right now it averages just above 116 proof. Tasty and rich, but I still like my 125+ proof stuff best.

https://i.imgur.com/IaUHwQv.jpg

[SSDVC]

OK, no joy on the Four Roses Single Barrel. I called last night and they said they would hold two bottles for me. I drove almost 30 miles and when I got there they said they were out of stock. I was slightly perturbed, but the manager said he would give me a 10% discount on two bottles, but they won't be in stock until July 2. I'm good with that. Picked up some Four Roses Small Batch and a bottle of Balcones Texas Single Malt to try. I am not an expert/experienced taste tester per se, but I do like to "taste" different whiskeys and bourbons and enjoy them immensely.

[icehog3]

I am not sure we have any "experts" here, Scott, but a lot of other "enjoyers". Cheers! :al

Let us know your thoughts on the ones you picked up after you've cracked them.

[SSDVC]

Well, since it was 5 o'clock somewhere, I cracked open the Balcones for a taste. This is my first review, of anything, so forgive me if it sounds off.

After letting it sit neat for a few minutes, I had a sip or two. This Whisky has a very rich body/aroma, almost caramel like. At 53% by volume, it's a strong drink neat. I then splashed a little water in the glass and that brought the temp down a bit, but it still smelled great. I gave that a minute and then put an ice cube in the glass and waited another minute. The cube seemed to bring out a lot more flavor and made this a more enjoyable drink.

Truth be told, it will take me a while to get through the bottle, but the Four Roses Small Batch will be forth coming.

[icehog3]

Truth be told, it will take me a while to get through the bottle.

At least a few hours, hopefully you're not driving. ;) ;s :r

[stearns]

Every time you go to the store pick up 2-4 bottles, eventually they'll all be hard to finish because you'll keep grabbing pours of different stuff

[icehog3]

Last night's pour. I was inspired by a review I was texted. ;) :D

https://i.imgur.com/4aKPVG0.jpg

[Gabe215]

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I really need to stop!! I live in PA which has state run liquor stores. I’m working an hour away in Allentown and they have a store with a “bourbon boutique” saw these for $30 so I grabbed them. Almost bought Larceny Barrel Proof but passed!!

[icehog3]

Last night had a pour of High West Bourye thanks to the Texas Santa. ;)

https://i.imgur.com/6pSatn2.jpg

[icehog3]

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Kentucky Chew. Picked randomly by QTEE, she insisted that I give her credit anyways. :D

[stearns]

Went for a hike yesterday, stopped by a liquor store before heading back to Denver. Got excited when I saw the handles of Weller SR and Eagle Rare, but quickly realized the situation when I saw the bottles of Blantons, Taylor Small Batch and Rye, Weller 12 and OWA and... Bookers 30th, all with no price tag. I had already had a regular bottle of ER in my hand when I asked about the price of the Wellers. She laughed and said OWA $199 and 12 was $299 because "they are allocated." I put the ER down and walked out, no need to ask about other prices

[icehog3]

Went for a hike yesterday, stopped by a liquor store before heading back to Denver. Got excited when I saw the handles of Weller SR and Eagle Rare, but quickly realized the situation when I saw the bottles of Blantons, Taylor Small Batch and Rye, Weller 12 and OWA and... Bookers 30th, all with no price tag. I had already had a regular bottle of ER in my hand when I asked about the price of the Wellers. She laughed and said OWA $199 and 12 was $299 because "they are allocated." I put the ER down and walked out, no need to ask about other prices

Doesn't it just break your heart sometimes? Seeing a semi-unicorn and then finding out it's 5 times MSRP?

I still would have had to ask about the Booker 30th though. If nothing else, because I'm a bourbon masochist. :r

[stearns]

Honestly I don't see it too often, most of the "pricier" places I shop add $10-$20 for hard to get bottles but they're small shops and I'll usually pay it to help them out if I want that. Otherwise I just go to bigger stores that only charge MSRP. Of course none of these places regularly have allocated stuff on the shelves, but it's nice when they do

[icehog3]

I'll give you $100 to shoplift a Booker's 30th.

I keed, I keed! :D

[SSDVC]

Honestly I don't see it too often, most of the "pricier" places I shop add $10-$20 for hard to get bottles but they're small shops and I'll usually pay it to help them out if I want that. Otherwise I just go to bigger stores that only charge MSRP. Of course none of these places regularly have allocated stuff on the shelves, but it's nice when they do

I also wouldn't mind paying a few dollars to a mom and pop store for a highly rated bottle I would like to try. it's keeps them afloat and I get to try something new or on the rarer side. But like Icehog says, jacking the price up 3 or more times retail is just crazy. Around here that seems to be the case, especially in the bigger stores and chains. And, if it rates in the mid 90's r higher, good luck in finding some to try.

But I guess supply and demand drives what we see at the stores. Maybe I'll just be drinking JW Black the majority of the time:D

[icehog3]

Found a Mom & Pop store yesterday with a bunch of Booker's Little Book. Unfortunately, they're all Volume 2, which is kinda mediocre. If it had been Chapter 3, I would have bought them all.

Last night, some Country Ham, and some OWA thanks to Black Carl. :D

https://i.imgur.com/OBi2D3O.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/G2I8Ven.jpg

[icehog3]

So last night I had a pour of Elmer T Lee. I was thinking about the Hancock Reserve I bought a couple weeks ago, and how it was one of only three BT products to be made with Mashbill #2, along with ETL and Blanton's SiB. So I decided to have a pour of all 3 back to back.

https://i.imgur.com/Jsj41ov.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/CIxbfHT.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/rf8QSC1.jpg

The similarities between the flavor profiles is obvious, but there are also significant differences. The big question, how would I rank them without considering cost. I understand that different things can affect the palate and I might rate them differently on a different day, but I'm pretty confident with the result.

1) Blanton's
2) Hancock's
3) ETL

Crazy because ETL is by far the more expensive on the secondary market. So good for my wallet going. Frankly, I'm unlikely to buy the ETL or Hancock's again as my palate definitely prefers the higher proof and heat now. Blanton's, I'd buy that under $60 or so.

[icehog3]

Found a new honey hole...well. sorta, prices are high, just appreciated seeing stuff I haven't seen in the wild around here. Larceny Barrel Proof, McKenna 10 Year, Barrel store picks, Old Fitz, Heaven Hill, older Booker's (but nothing new to me), bunch of other things I forgot. Most of it was within $10-15 of MSRP (McKenna's an exception at $69, hard pass), so I will definitely drop in once a month or so and see what's new. Only thing I bought was the newest ECBP batch, first time seeing it in the wild.

https://i.imgur.com/0d0WRri.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/T6DGQdG.jpg

[hotreds]

That'll kill just about any virus!

[Gabe215]

So I tried the OF 1920 and was blown away. Hands down the best bourbon I’ve had yet. As for the heat of the 115 proof there almost no burn. Now I wanna try some more more Barrel Proofs!

[Steve]

https://i.imgur.com/0d0WRri.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/T6DGQdG.jpg

:dr:dr

[stearns]

Did you say Old Fitz? How much was the Old Fitz? Never seen it in the wild, a store posted it once but I got there an hour later and was laughed out of the store when I asked if they still had any

Nice to see the B520, we still haven't seen A120 for ECPB but there's still plenty of C919 around, just saw some on the shelf earlier this week so I think as soon as they flip over I shouldn't have any issues getting the new bottles

[Gabe215]

Old Forrester* Ben

[stearns]

Sorry I was referring to Tom's post. I friggin love Old Forester 1920 :dr

[Steve]

I friggin love Old Forester 1920 :dr

X2

[icehog3]

That'll kill just about any virus!

After all the 130+ stuff I've drank this quarantine, I should be immune. ;)

So I tried the OF 1920 and was blown away. Hands down the best bourbon I’ve had yet. As for the heat of the 115 proof there almost no burn. Now I wanna try some more more Barrel Proofs!

OF 1920 is a solid pour. And Barrel Proof are the way to go, Gabe. :dr

Did you say Old Fitz? How much was the Old Fitz? Never seen it in the wild, a store posted it once but I got there an hour later and was laughed out of the store when I asked if they still had any

Nice to see the B520, we still haven't seen A120 for ECPB but there's still plenty of C919 around, just saw some on the shelf earlier this week so I think as soon as they flip over I shouldn't have any issues getting the new bottles

If I remember the Old Fitz was $199? Wasn't over 120 proof so I didn't look that closely. ;) :r

That C919 is the sh!t. I have a spare, and will probably pick up another. It blows away the other ECBPs I have had so far, and since they've all been great, that's saying something.

[Hippi3Slay3r]

Ready for that next northwoods visit, say when Icehog. :banger


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[icehog3]

Very nice, Kyle! :dr :al

3 pour night last night, including killing the Willett FR 4 year.

https://i.imgur.com/o2U642i.jpg

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[icehog3]

Cut it down to two pours last night, weaning down the weekend. ;) :r

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[icehog3]

Holding steady with Front Porch batch and Batch 13.

https://i.imgur.com/uvPmXcC.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/5KDXbMW.jpg

[Gabe215]

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[stearns]

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Picked up a bottle of 1792 Bottled in Bond last week, they had it hidden behind the counter but it wasn't marked up like a lot of things in the store. First pour last week thought it was just ok, but a second pour last night was really tasty, more flavorful and "juicy" than the other 1792's I've had. Juicy isn't the right word, but it had an attribute that reminded me of the 1920, almost like as you are taking a sip the air from your glass hits your tongue in a nice way. My favorite 1792 so far (other than maybe the sweet wheat, but I've only had one pour of that amidst many stronger things)

[icehog3]

One "soldier" down, next one up!

https://i.imgur.com/VenHzuR.jpg

[SSDVC]

I just want to give a big shout out and thank you to Tony (Beagleone). Sir, thank you for you doing what you did. You are awesome and a true Brother of the Bottle (BOTB)!

[icehog3]

I just want to give a big shout out and thank you to Tony (Beagleone). Sir, thank you for you doing what you did. You are awesome and a true Brother of the Bottle (BOTB)!

Tony is the best! :tu

[icehog3]

First bottle of Booker's I ever bought bit the dust last night. Next Ham up! :D

https://i.imgur.com/KlmiBsr.jpg

Followed it up with some Kentucky bourbon via Tejas. ;)

https://i.imgur.com/bmF8Y74.jpg

[SSDVC]

Got to try that Dickel BiB. Seems that I prefer it with an ice cube, to settle it down a bit, but it is a very nice drink. I sipped that along with a Partagas from the motherland today. I have had the stick maturing in my humility for several years (as with all my out of state sticks). This too was awesome. Now only if some of this humidity would blow out of here, life would be almost perfect.

[stearns]

Tony's good peoples :tu

Had a few pours over the weekend, ended with cracking a new bottle of Smoke Wagon Uncut / Unfiltered. Really enjoyed it, hard to get a good profile on the first pour of the bottle but the proof (113.76) is right in my sweet spot :al

[Sauer Grapes]

Tony's good peoples :tu

Had a few pours over the weekend, ended with cracking a new bottle of Smoke Wagon Uncut / Unfiltered. Really enjoyed it, hard to get a good profile on the first pour of the bottle but the proof (113.76) is right in my sweet spot :al

I’ve heard good things about smoke wagon. Good barrels of MGP stuff always hits the spot.

[icehog3]

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[stearns]

Minds just being great again. Cracked a bottle of OE7 last night, really enjoy that stuff

[Beagleone]

Minds just being great again. Cracked a bottle of OE7 last night, really enjoy that stuff

You must be correct as I partook in a dram of OE7 last night as well. -(P

[Steve]

Love me some Old Ezra!

[icehog3]

Minds just being great again. Cracked a bottle of OE7 last night, really enjoy that stuff

You must be correct as I partook in a dram of OE7 last night as well. -(P

Love me some Old Ezra!

So much brain power (and lack of will power?) in the Asylum! :D :al :r

[Gabe215]

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Can’t wait to crack this one open!

[icehog3]

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Can’t wait to crack this one open!

Definitely my favorite batch to date, Gabe. I am sure you will not be disappointed. :tu

[icehog3]

Late night pour:

https://i.imgur.com/5yuE64k.jpg

[stearns]

Took a trip up to WY on Saturday to try to score some stuff we can't get in Denver, heard the stores are getting flooded by CO people but figured I'd try anyways. Did manage to grab the last bottle of OWA from one store, which was really the one thing that I wanted, and got an ECBP B520, Old Tub and an old bottle of Wild Turkey KS. I was up there first thing in the morning, when I eventually got back I checked FB and somebody from CO was up there after me literally taking pictures of the shelf at every store in the town. No wonder the store owners hate CO shoppers. I did get a chuckle out of see the empty OWA slot at the shop I got mine

[icehog3]

Did you go with Peter, Ben, I know he gets up there for bourbon occasionally?

At the gathering for our friend on Friday, I had a few pours including Old Ezra & (yum) and Heaven's Door (meh).

Got the hankering for OE7 at home again last night.

https://i.imgur.com/xUfhr79.jpg

[stearns]

No but I got his list of spots. The only one from his list that's really a secret since it's off the highway on the way up I struck out on, the rest are just the biggest shops in Cheyenne. Funny enough the place that had $700 Lot B and $900 WLW also had the cheapest ECBP ($63) and loads of other decent stuff cheap ($33 ER but I've already bought too many MSRP bottles of that recently). It's clear that all the shops talk about the CO guys, everybody had WSR on the shelves for $40-50 but most other things were MSRP

[icehog3]

Very nice, Ben, sounds like a fun trip although it's too bad the secret spot was short...

Yeah, I came across a bottle of ECBP B520 for $49 a few days ago. I already have a bottle missing only one pour, but c'mon! It's 49 bucks. :lr

[Chainsaw13]

Ok, I’m not a bourbon connoisseur, aficionado, professional, etc. like some of you. I’ve enjoyed some and have a couple favorites, but I’m a neophyte for sure. Was gifted this bottle today from my coworkers as a going away gift. Just cracked it open and poured a little taste. Damn this is smooth. Definitely doesn’t drink like a 101 proof. Anyone else have experience with this brand?

[icehog3]

Never grabbed the Yellowstone, Bob. And with my palate now, probably won't buy much under 110 proof. :D

Glad you're digging it, a very thoughtful parting gift.

[stearns]

Heard a lot of good things! Haven't tried it myself but glad you like it

[Steve]

A couple new scores...

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Drinks/Blanton's.jpg

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Drinks/E.H.%20Taylor.jpg

[stearns]

Great stuff! That EHT Small Batch is one of my favorites when you can find it anywhere close to MSRP. Might pour myself one tonight :dr

[icehog3]

Agree with Ben, two nice scores Steve.

Show a picture of the Blanton's on FB and watch the taters start begging. :D

[Steve]

Agree with Ben, two nice scores Steve.

Show a picture of the Blanton's on FB and watch the taters start begging. :D

:r

[stearns]

Well Tom, I spoke too soon. Bottle of Kentucky Chew on the way, couldn't pass up the price

[icehog3]

Well Tom, I spoke too soon. Bottle of Kentucky Chew on the way, couldn't pass up the price

Probably one of my Top 2 or 3 batches, Ben. Good score!

[Steve]

Latest pick-up

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Drinks/Belle%20Meade%20Reserve.jpg

Pretty tasty...

[icehog3]

Latest pick-up

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Drinks/Belle%20Meade%20Reserve.jpg

Pretty tasty...

Is that one of the finished ones, Steve?

Last night's pour. No surprise I'm sure. :lr

https://i.imgur.com/94bl6Bi.jpg

[stearns]

Should be getting my first bottle of New Riff in today, pick from a private group. Looking forward to giving their stuff a try

[Steve]

Is that one of the finished ones, Steve?

It's sourced from MGP, then aged and blended at Green Brier. Not usually a fan of this type of bourbon, but this one was given to me by a friend that knew I liked "hotter" (this one is 113 proof) bourbons and it's actually pretty good.

[icehog3]

It's sourced from MGP, then aged and blended at Green Brier. Not usually a fan of this type of bourbon, but this one was given to me by a friend that knew I liked "hotter" (this one is 113 proof) bourbons and it's actually pretty good.

113 proof? I was thinking n 126 and 127 when I got today's additions. ;) :r

https://i.imgur.com/OcmM56i.jpg

[Gabe215]

I saw EHT for $90 today, is that on par? What should it cost at MSRP? I pass by this place almost daily on my way into work

[stearns]

If it is the regular EHT Small Batch MSRP is around $35, I've paid between $35-$45. If you're talking Straight Rye or Single Barrel $90 is a little over but probably worth it, if it's the small batch I'd find something else. I love the small batch but no way I'd pay 2-3x MSRP for it

[Brlesq]

If it is the regular EHT Small Batch MSRP is around $35, I've paid between $35-$45. If you're talking Straight Rye or Single Barrel $90 is a little over but probably worth it, if it's the small batch I'd find something else. I love the small batch but no way I'd pay 2-3x MSRP for it

Same price range here in NY. Its good stuff, but not $90 good.

[icehog3]

Agree with Ben and Bruce, while many stores around here have it near that price, other (less "gougey") stores have it between $35-49.

[Gabe215]

It was $55 for small batch, $90 for single barrel

[icehog3]

It was $55 for small batch, $90 for single barrel

Small Batch is slightly high, Single Barrel is a steal, I'd grab a couple at that price.

[stearns]

I'd probably pick up a Single Barrel as well. I've heard hit or miss on them but the hits are home runs

[icehog3]

I'd probably pick up a Single Barrel as well. I've heard hit or miss on them but the hits are home runs

Exactly, certainly worth a shot at $90. :tu

[stearns]

Exactly, certainly worth a shot at $90. :tu

Sound logic to me :tu

[Gabe215]

https://i.postimg.cc/1XsV1qdz/906073-DF-E358-463-F-B3-B4-9276-EC161-A0-D.jpg (https://postimg.cc/sQHgpvsF)

Went with this purchase. Maybe next week I’ll snag the EHT Single Barrel. Recently had WT 101 for first time since I was 19 and now with a developing taste for bourbon it definitely fell into the under the radar for being labeled red neck whiskey. Looking forward to this- All right All right All right!!

[stearns]

I'm having a similar turkey revelation recently, after hearing so many people talk about how WT 101 is the most underrated affordable whiskey around I had a pour of it neat and really enjoyed it. I bought a bottle each of Rare Breed and Rare Breed Rye, I think I'm gonna give them a try this weekend. TW here has Rare Breed for $38, couldn't say no

I've also been enjoying my through a bottle of Kentucky Spirit, like a single barrel WT101. About $10-15 more than Rare Breed but I really like it

[Steve]

WT 101 has been my go to for a while now. Another one that flies under the radar is Old Grand Dad 114.

My :2, YMMV!

TGIF!!!

[stearns]

Fred Minnick recently did a good blind taste off for budget bourbons, an interesting list to look over

https://www.fredminnick.com/2020/07/30/value-bourbon-ranking-a-shopping-cart-full-of-16-to-25/

[jledou]

WT 101 has been my go to for a while now. Another one that flies under the radar is Old Grand Dad 114.

My :2, YMMV!

TGIF!!!

Add in Old Forester BiB and those are three staples I always have. The rare breed is another good one. The new rare breed rye sounds interesting but at $65/bottle here it makes me hesitate.

[icehog3]

Gabe, curious to hear your take on the Rare Breed Barrel Proof.

Is all Rare Breed barrel proof, or is there a "regular" version too?

Killed off a Four Roses Single Barrel last night. Doubt I will be replacing it.

https://i.imgur.com/9DD6WIN.jpg

[stearns]

Gabe, curious to hear your take on the Rare Breed Barrel Proof.

Is all Rare Breed barrel proof, or is there a "regular" version too?

All barrel proof, there's the bourbon and the new Rye. There have been different bourbon releases through the year (different proofs) but I think al;l have been barrel proof

[icehog3]

Fred Minnick recently did a good blind taste off for budget bourbons, an interesting list to look over

https://www.fredminnick.com/2020/07/30/value-bourbon-ranking-a-shopping-cart-full-of-16-to-25/

Love some of the summaries of the nasty ones. :lr

[Steve]

Add in Old Forester BiB and those are three staples I always have. The rare breed is another good one. The new rare breed rye sounds interesting but at $65/bottle here it makes me hesitate.

Definitely love my OF BiB! Good call!

[Gabe215]

Definitely feel its strength at first sip, once I acclimated to it it was delicious. Lots of cherry vanilla notes . Then I did a side by side to 4 Roses single barrel and got really drunk and couldn’t decide which I preferred more, both are excellent and will stay in regular rotation!

[icehog3]

Gabe, I can't tell you how many times those "side by sides" have been my downfall. :r

Two pours of Old Ezra last night, it's definitely become a favorite.

https://i.imgur.com/DVvn55q.jpg

[icehog3]

I let QT pick my bourbon last night. Had to open the one she chose, but she done good. Real good. Sip Awhile good. :D

https://i.imgur.com/4vls3rC.jpg

[frankiesmokealot]

Bourbon and cigars a fine night indeed

[Cynthia Zeigler]

I finished one Jack Daniel once when I was 18 years old. :D I did it because of a challenge, which my sisters. I was almost about to get caught to my Mum but I was lucky because there were so many guests at home on that day. Anyway as I know Jack Daniel is not a Bourbon. Isn’t it? It is a Tennessee Whiskey. However I must say that it was an unforgettable day. :r

[icehog3]

https://i.imgur.com/KeaNXc9.jpg

C919, still my favorite ECBP by a wide margin. Glad I have a back up.... maybe I need another. :hn :lr

[Beagleone]

Just a few things I found this weekend. https://photos.smugmug.com/RandomUploads/n-3cNt3K/i-qqRtfN9/0/929f35bc/XL/i-qqRtfN9-XL.jpg

[icehog3]

Just a few things I found this weekend. https://photos.smugmug.com/RandomUploads/n-3cNt3K/i-qqRtfN9/0/929f35bc/XL/i-qqRtfN9-XL.jpg

In the words of our late friend Angel, "Yeah ya did". :D

[Hippi3Slay3r]

I've been looking for 8 months for a couple bottles of BT and Wal-Mart of all places came through for me.

https://i.postimg.cc/tJBbnP9w/20200818-100055.jpg (https://postimg.cc/K33wd1kD)

[icehog3]

If you have a problem when those are gone let me know, Kyle, we almost always seem to have it around here.

[BigAsh]

In the words of our late friend Angel, "Yeah ya did". :D

:) :tu

[Gabe215]

https://i.postimg.cc/cHzm8YDj/CFE14471-2044-419-A-B560-CF11714-E427-B.jpg (https://postimg.cc/2b4vsqNF)

Saw these for $50 bought 2 blind as in I’ve never even tried their regular offering. I gotta say this is one of the best Bourbons I’ve had to date! Sooooo smooth tons of flavor and long finish! Does not feel like 123.2 proof

[Porch Dweller]

https://i.postimg.cc/cHzm8YDj/CFE14471-2044-419-A-B560-CF11714-E427-B.jpg (https://postimg.cc/2b4vsqNF)

Saw these for $50 bought 2 blind as in I’ve never even tried their regular offering. I gotta say this is one of the best Bourbons I’ve had to date! Sooooo smooth tons of flavor and long finish! Does not feel like 123.2 proof

I keep meaning to try some Larceny but never get around to it. I need to remedy that...

[stearns]

I also have two bottles of the Larceny A120, although one is half empty. Really good stuff

[icehog3]

I've heard the A120 is better than the B520, so good deal. I've still never tried any Larceny product, hopefully a bar or a party will lend the opportunity. Not gonna buy without a try. :r

On a like note, had a dram of Weller Full Proof that Huy sent me. Really didn't want to like it that much. But I really like it that much. :D

[stearns]

Reports are all over the place on WFP, had a friend who helped a store pick theirs and the three samples BT sent were all trash. They still picked one and that's probably how a lot of them go, but there are supposedly some gems out there. Regardless nothing would stop me from buying one if I had the chance for anything less than 2x MSRP

[icehog3]

That stinks that they probably just picked the "least bad" of the 3 just because they wanted a store pick to be able to make a little more scratch. At their customers' expense as well.

I know the SP from Huy's place is money, so I got that goin' for me. Which is nice. :D

[big a]

WFP is a good pour. Couple bars by me have picks of them so I'm lucky. But I wouldn't pay the secondary price for one.

[icehog3]

WFP is a good pour. Couple bars by me have picks of them so I'm lucky. But I wouldn't pay the secondary price for one.

Yeah, I originally thought I might use it as trade bait for some 2015 Booker's, but after trying this particular store pick, I am seriously thinking of keeping it.

[big a]

Yeah, I originally thought I might use it as trade bait for some 2015 Booker's, but after trying this particular store pick, I am seriously thinking of keeping it.

Which 2015 you looking for?

[icehog3]

Which 2015 you looking for?

The only one I have is 15-04, Oven Buster Batch.

[Gabe215]

Not gonna lie this Larceny BP is phenomenal. Did a side by side with my EC BP and its toe to toe. Wish I could’ve afforded to buy all the bottles they had

[icehog3]

Not gonna lie this Larceny BP is phenomenal. Did a side by side with my EC BP and its toe to toe. Wish I could’ve afforded to buy all the bottles they had

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8CIjrGhfmc -(P

[icehog3]

Last night. Descending proofs. :r

https://i.imgur.com/LO4u4mK.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/dVXt22z.jpg

Early Times Bottled in Bond is definitely my favorite sub-$30 pour.

[big a]

The only one I have is 15-04, Oven Buster Batch.

i just looked, the open i have is a 2016. Can get you a sample if you would like though.

[Gabe215]

When you drink you’ll say “Mmmm now that’s a tasty bourbon” in a Samuel L voice!

[icehog3]

i just looked, the open i have is a 2016. Can get you a sample if you would like though.

I appreciate that Andrew, I do have all the 2016s though. In fact, cracked an "Annis' Answer" 16-02 last night. Be curious to hear which batch you have and what you think of it. I still haven't opened 16-01 Booker's Bluegrass or 16-04 Bluegill Creek.

https://i.imgur.com/TTFCLco.jpg

When you drink you’ll say “Mmmm now that’s a tasty bourbon” in a Samuel L voice!

Love it! :lr

[stearns]

I appreciate that Andrew, I do have all the 2016s though. In fact, cracked an "Annis' Answer" 16-02 last night. Be curious to hear which batch you have and what you think of it. I still haven't opened 16-01 Booker's Bluegrass or 16-04 Bluegill Creek.

When did you get Bluegrass? Guess I'll save the one I found for myself :D

[icehog3]

When did you get Bluegrass? Guess I'll save the one I found for myself :D

Crazy. A stranger who saw me looking FB messages me and says he saw a pair in a liquor store in April and if I call and they are still there, he would grab them for me. I call the store in the 'burbs of Boston, and sure enough, they're still there. I message the guy but I don't hear back for hours and I start getting nervous.

So I reach out to our own 8lug (Mark) and ask if he's close. He picks 'em up for me, ships 'em the next morning, and Bluegrass was in my grasp.

The guy who reached out was legit. I send him a real nice 3 pack of Coobans even though he didn't have to go or ship, just for reaching out and letting me know.

[stearns]

Very cool :tu

[icehog3]

Very cool :tu

Indeed. You still need to move your Bluegrass? :D :r

[stearns]

Yes I do need to move it... from the bottle to the glass then from the glass to my mouf, a couple ounces at a time :al

I don't actually have it yet, found somebody who said they had an extra to sell but it would be a couple weeks before he could ship. He said it's mine but I haven't paid yet or anything, price after shipping was still better than I've seen in some stores around here for a recent release so I figured it's worth a try

[big a]

I appreciate that Andrew, I do have all the 2016s though. In fact, cracked an "Annis' Answer" 16-02 last night. Be curious to hear which batch you have and what you think of it. I still haven't opened 16-01 Booker's Bluegrass or 16-04 Bluegill Creek.





Love it! :lr

Bluegill is the one I have. Cant lie, I was mostly after the bluegil for the name but it is tasty.

I really wanted to like bookers more then i have to the point that i gave up and sold off what i had. Country Ham is my favorite of the more recent releases and would probably buy again. I have tried almost all from 2018-present. some of the much older ones i have tried have been great though.

[icehog3]

Bluegill is the one I have. Cant lie, I was mostly after the bluegil for the name but it is tasty.

I really wanted to like bookers more then i have to the point that i gave up and sold off what i had. Country Ham is my favorite of the more recent releases and would probably buy again. I have tried almost all from 2018-present. some of the much older ones i have tried have been great though.

Definitely different strokes for different folks, Andrew. Most batches hit the right notes for me. I love the Country Ham as well, and Kentucky Chew and Teresa's Batch are backup worthy as well.

Still have the 15 and a couple 16s yet to open, but so far the pre 2018 standouts for me have been Off Your Rocker (16-05) and Front Porch Batch (17-03), which had the craziest neck pour I have ever experienced. I'm actually looking forward to open my backup when I have a bourbon friend over so they can verify. :r

[icehog3]

Killed a Elijah Craig BP C919 last night. Don't fret, I have more. :D

https://i.imgur.com/UnioYtN.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/arG4D6i.jpg

[big a]

Had some litchfield double barreled last night. Its only 90% but its good IMO. I also have the 10.5 year thats fantastic. need to find the 12.5 next.

[icehog3]

Had some litchfield double barreled last night. Its only 90% but its good IMO. I also have the 10.5 year thats fantastic. need to find the 12.5 next.

Only 180 proof? Lightweight. ;) :r

Had a pour of the group buy bottle the local whiskey group did. It's 110%. ;s

https://i.imgur.com/TawsTB1.jpg

[stearns]

Waiting on your thoughts...

Took out all my EC bottles last night and realized I do not have a backup of C919 like I thought. I had a pour of C919 while commiserating

[icehog3]

Texted my thoughts, Ben. ;)

[stearns]

Anybody else participating in Bourbon Heritage Month this month? 30 days, 30 different bourbons, doesn't matter what they are so long as they're bourbon. Started off last night with Booker's Country Ham, shouldn't be a problem finding 30 open bottles :al:al

[jledou]

I won't hit the 30 different in 30 days but looking forward to having a few this month. Reminds me I need to stop by the local store ....

[icehog3]

Anybody else participating in Bourbon Heritage Month this month? 30 days, 30 different bourbons, doesn't matter what they are so long as they're bourbon. Started off last night with Booker's Country Ham, shouldn't be a problem finding 30 open bottles :al:al

Sheet, I could almost do it with Booker's batches alone.

I may drink 30 different bourbons this month but it will be in less than 30 days. Already at 3 after last night:

Elmer T. Lee
Little Book Chapter 2
Eagle Rare

[Brian D.]

Sazerac Rye and Sam Houston bottles within reach right now. Prolly had enough of each for tonight.

[Brian D.]

Just wanted to be on top of this thread for a minute. Carry on!

[Gabe215]

Only 180 proof? Lightweight. ;) :r

Had a pour of the group buy bottle the local whiskey group did. It's 110%. ;s

https://i.imgur.com/TawsTB1.jpg

That looks like 120 proof to me but my eyes may be deceiving me?

[icehog3]

That looks like 120 proof to me but my eyes may be deceiving me?

No Gabe, you would be correct. :tu

QT drove me out about 45 miles from home to a liquor store that also has a small tasting bar. I bought pours of ORVW 10 Year, Smoke Wagon Desert Jewel and Little Book Ch. 4. The owner then kept feeding me half pours to taste, I remember Noah's Mill, 2 different Wilderness, Weller 12 and some other stuff. It's such a blur. Bought a bunch of liquor we didn't need as a thank you of sorts, only one bourbon though.

Came home and a little hair of the dog before bed.

https://i.imgur.com/hefZaBI.jpg

[icehog3]

Just wanted to be on top of this thread for a minute. Carry on!

And you're back! :D

[Steve]

Birthday Pour

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2020%e2%80%9009-06_Birthday%20Weekend/20200904_220700.jpg

[icehog3]

Newest Booker's addition, Dot's Batch.

https://i.imgur.com/kHvc2St.jpg

[Steve]

Neighborhood liquor store's Barrel Select this month...

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2020-09-12_Jonnas%20Birthday/20200911_001.jpg

Tasty!

[stearns]

I'm not a fan of the shelf bottle I have, but I've heard some of those single barrels of the full proof can be delicious. Glad you got a good one :tu

[icehog3]

Very nice Steve!

Anyone have any experience with the Knob Creek Single Barrel bourbon (120 proof) store picks? There are a couple different ones at Binny's about 11 years old. I've heard great things about the 14 years old sps, but not much about the 11 years.

[jledou]

Just picked one in KC here 2 weeks ago and tried it (1st time). I had a "couple" Oktoberfest beers before I tried it and I it was the most mint I had tasted out of a bourbon. Tried it again the next night and it was there but fainter but still there so maybe it was just me.

A couple weeks removed I will give it a go here again this week.

I know I am no help whatsoever.

[icehog3]

Thanks Jay. :tu

I was wrong, the Binny's ones were only 9 years. Had a gift card so grabbed one for free to give it a whirl. Picked the one with the fewest bottles left. Also grabbed the OFSBBS store pick for trade bait.

https://i.imgur.com/9ejbCHb.jpg

[stearns]

Nice snag on the OF. Local store got the first barrel in CO a few weeks back, I was watching the announcement and figured "that's a little pricey for a young bottle, I'll let everybody else have their fun" then immediately saw how much other people cared about it and wished I had grabbed one or two to pass along. FWIW I did have a pour from that bottle last weekend and it was pretty good, very easy to drink for a high proof, but it still seems expensive

[icehog3]

The OFs are going for more than double what I paid on FB secondary groups, so I figured maybe I can get one of the '15 Booker's I need out of it. If not, I'll drink it. Had a pour last night and was pretty happy, that Beam peanut funk was front and center.

[Steve]

Nice picks Tom! I have really enjoyed some of the OFs lately.

[big a]

The OF i have had have been great. have a couple of the BP picks that are real solid. Everyone around me loves the 14-15yr KC SP. My guess is if you like bookers you will enjoy the KC SP also. I have also hear that the 14-15 year KC picks are going away/ pretty much done now.

[icehog3]

The OF i have had have been great. have a couple of the BP picks that are real solid. Everyone around me loves the 14-15yr KC SP. My guess is if you like bookers you will enjoy the KC SP also. I have also hear that the 14-15 year KC picks are going away/ pretty much done now.

I snagged a 15+ year old store pick for what I thought was a very reasonable price on a FB secondary group yesterday Andrew, so at least I'll get one before they go the way of the dinosaur.

Got a purty little trifecta of samples from Mr. Stearns today as well, a very nice surprise indeed. :D

[Gabe215]

I needed to pick up some daily sippers, went in torn between EC94 and WT101, both were on sale EC94 for $26 and WT101 $21 (PA prices) So I walked out with both!

[stearns]

I needed to pick up some daily sippers, went in torn between EC94 and WT101, both were on sale EC94 for $26 and WT101 $21 (PA prices) So I walked out with both!

Two winners for sure. I don't know how available picks are in PA, but a good EC store pick is as good as it gets for that price range, I usually keep a couple around

[icehog3]

I needed to pick up some daily sippers, went in torn between EC94 and WT101, both were on sale EC94 for $26 and WT101 $21 (PA prices) So I walked out with both!

That's what I'm talking about. Take 'em both. :noon

[Sauer Grapes]

Thanks Jay. :tu

I was wrong, the Binny's ones were only 9 years. Had a gift card so grabbed one for free to give it a whirl. Picked the one with the fewest bottles left. Also grabbed the OFSBBS store pick for trade bait.

https://i.imgur.com/9ejbCHb.jpg

If you can grab another OF BS, let me know. Had a taste of one recently and really liked it.

[icehog3]

If you can grab another OF BS, let me know. Had a taste of one recently and really liked it.

I've been looking and I am guessing we are out of luck this go-round. That last one was the only one I saw after seeing how much resale/trade value it was bringing. Flipped that one for a 2015 Booker's batch I needed. But I have been, and will continue to look. :tu

[icehog3]

Last night brought Noe Hard Times. :cool:

https://i.imgur.com/9ghKJe0.jpg

[Sauer Grapes]

I've been looking and I am guessing we are out of luck this go-round. That last one was the only one I saw after seeing how much resale/trade value it was bringing. Flipped that one for a 2015 Booker's batch I needed. But I have been, and will continue to look. :tu

Always appreciated! Have you been able to try the bookers 30th? I have not but have heard good things. I kick myself for not buying one back when it was around 400.

[icehog3]

Always appreciated! Have you been able to try the bookers 30th? I have not but have heard good things. I kick myself for not buying one back when it was around 400.

I haven't tried any of the variations (30th, 25th, Rye, Noe Select), Dave, and at the current prices, probably won't unless it's a pour at a bar or a friend's place. One friend promised me a sample of the Rye when he opens it. I told him the way the price is skyrocketing, keep it sealed and we can sell it and have a Maker's Mark in Maui on his dime. ;) :D

[icehog3]

Last few nights:

https://i.imgur.com/b5gTH1P.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/pmYY9xq.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/4KvcFQD.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/krB2Vbp.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/hhe4noE.jpg

[stearns]

No losers there :tu

I just got a bottle of EHT Single Barrel in, I tried a sample of one blind and thought it was solid but wasn't wowed, I still have a sample of that one I'm going to side-by-side with this bottle when I crack it. Had a friend that got it from Binny's for $69.99 and didn't want to keep it, I couldn't say no :D

[icehog3]

Yeah, can't say "no" at retail, Ben. :D

Hung out with a local guy and had my first taste of EHT Barrel Proof. Yeah, I'd pay over retail there. :D

Had a few other cool pours. Old Forester Birthday, and a couple different Kavalan expressions. One was aged in Sherry casks, the other was their barrel proof "base". Not much of a finished whiskey guy, but these were really freakin' good.

[stearns]

Yes please on all of the above :al

Sounds like a great time, EHTBP seems completely unobtainable but I've said that before about things that I've somehow ended up with, eyes open!

[icehog3]

Sounds like a great time, EHTBP seems completely unobtainable but I've said that before about things that I've somehow ended up with, eyes open!

Yeah, I see crazy secondary prices. I'd love a bottle, but not at gouger rates.

Two pours of Booker's last night, Shiny Barrel and Country Ham. Shiny is good, but the Ham is the sh!t. :dr

https://i.imgur.com/0tTOncX.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/JEUXAZ8.jpg

[icehog3]

https://i.imgur.com/gIr2aRN.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/kjb0v4r.jpg

Local FB group did a barrel pick of 4 year old Tumbling Dice. A tad sweet on the palate with lingering heat on the finish. Great pick by these guys.

[Gabe215]

Looks like The Right Stuff!!

[icehog3]

Looks like The Right Stuff!!

:lr :tu

[longknocker]

The OFs are going for more than double what I paid on FB secondary groups, so I figured maybe I can get one of the '15 Booker's I need out of it. If not, I'll drink it. Had a pour last night and was pretty happy, that Beam peanut funk was front and center.

Speaking Of "Peanut", My Wife Bought Me A Bottle Of "Skrewball" Peanut Butter Whiskey. "To The Misfits, Black Sheep And Skrewballs", On The Label. Fitting For Me.:D:r. Not Bad, If You Like, Peanut Butter! Anyone Tried It?

[icehog3]

Speaking Of "Peanut", My Wife Bought Me A Bottle Of "Skrewball" Peanut Butter Whiskey. "To The Misfits, Black Sheep And Skrewballs", On The Label. Fitting For Me.:D:r. Not Bad, If You Like, Peanut Butter! Anyone Tried It?

Not even on a bet, Greg. :lr

https://i.imgur.com/kxypLHe.gif

[icehog3]

Last night I was fortunate enough to have a pour of GTS thanks to Mr. Stearns. Amazing how so many flavors can shine over the oak when it's been in the barrel 15+ years. Thank you Ben. :D

Later in the evening I craved some more. Nothing on the bar to outdo the GTS, so no need to try. :r

https://i.imgur.com/9MILxmb.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/1oVjO7R.jpg

[jledou]

Speaking Of "Peanut", My Wife Bought Me A Bottle Of "Skrewball" Peanut Butter Whiskey. "To The Misfits, Black Sheep And Skrewballs", On The Label. Fitting For Me.:D:r. Not Bad, If You Like, Peanut Butter! Anyone Tried It?

It took a lot of courage but I did give it a try. Not as bad as I thought it would have been, but I wouldn't go as far to to call it decent or good straight. Mixed the raining with a little Dr. Pepper and it was a decent if interesting mixer but I will not seek it out to do it again.

[stearns]

Some people really like Skrewball. To them I say you can have my portion :tu

Did some work on an 11 year RR pick over the weekend, I've had some that felt a little thin but this one was on point, brown sugar deliciousness :dr

[longknocker]

Not even on a bet, Greg. :lr

https://i.imgur.com/kxypLHe.gif

It took a lot of courage but I did give it a try. Not as bad as I thought it would have been, but I wouldn't go as far to to call it decent or good straight. Mixed the raining with a little Dr. Pepper and it was a decent if interesting mixer but I will not seek it out to do it again.

Some people really like Skrewball. To them I say you can have my portion :tu

Did some work on an 11 year RR pick over the weekend, I've had some that felt a little thin but this one was on point, brown sugar deliciousness :dr

It Kind Of Reminded Me Of Flavored Cigars!:r Not My Every Day Pour, For Sure!:tu:D

[longknocker]

Some people really like Skrewball. To them I say you can have my portion :tu

Did some work on an 11 year RR pick over the weekend, I've had some that felt a little thin but this one was on point, brown sugar deliciousness :dr

Which Bourbon Was This, Ben? Brown Sugar Sounds :dr.

[icehog3]

Russell's Reserve, Greg, their SiB store picks get a lot of good press.

Cracked one of my Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C919 spares last night. If I see one at retail on the shelves, I'll buy this one all day.

[stearns]

Which Bourbon Was This, Ben? Brown Sugar Sounds :dr.

I've had good ones and bad ones, this one was a good one :dr

https://i.postimg.cc/TP0hN3NS/PXL-20201002-020422951.jpg

[gettysburgfreak]

Is Midwinter Nights Dram as good as everyone is claiming? Some MI bourbon threads I’m on have been going nuts about it the last few days as the new act just came out. Trying to decide if I should try and seek it out with the hefty price tag. PS anyone in SE MI have an idea where I can find a bottle of Stagg JR or Weller 12? Those are my two unicorn bottles I’m trying to get my hands on. Thanks

[BigAsh]

Is Midwinter Nights Dram as good as everyone is claiming? Some MI bourbon threads I’m on have been going nuts about it the last few days as the new act just came out. Trying to decide if I should try and seek it out with the hefty price tag. PS anyone in SE MI have an idea where I can find a bottle of Stagg JR or Weller 12? Those are my two unicorn bottles I’m trying to get my hands on. Thanks

I'm a big fan of the Midwinter Nights Dram....going thru a bottle of Act7/Scene 4 now....I don't think you'll be disappointed

[icehog3]

Although the batches vary, I've liked all the MWND batches I have tried. I must have become a fan just after Keith, I'm working a Chapter 7 Scene 5.

[icehog3]

Last night's pours:

https://i.imgur.com/JVAEIcG.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/Glwl4ji.jpg

[icehog3]

Couple pours yesterday, finally cracked a '15 Booker's (15-06, Noe Secret). It did not disappoint. :dr

https://i.imgur.com/lFlYhtG.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/QUlZsDK.jpg

[stearns]

Did a 3-bottle comparison of EHT Single Barrel on Saturday (third was a sample from a friend). I think the general consensus was that they are all a little different but still pretty similar, the main takeaway was that even though it's the same proof as the small batch these were all noticeably better, probably should have thrown a pour of that in but it's something I've had a bunch of and am familiar with

I'm biased, but I liked my bottle the best, I thought it had a thicker sugar note

https://i.postimg.cc/Gp7GmGNS/PXL-20201010-210631825.jpg

[icehog3]

Cool comparison, and interesting they were pretty consistent. Thanks Ben. :tu

[stearns]

https://i.postimg.cc/J7vgP9Pc/PXL-20201019-013435234.jpg

I was having a pour from my OWA pick bottle last night and figured I'd do a little taste of the shelfer to go with it. The shelf was all sweet caramel, the pick had a little cinnamon spice to it, tasting side by side really let their differences show :tu

[icehog3]

I was having a pour from my OWA pick bottle last night and figured I'd do a little taste of the shelfer to go with it. The shelf was all sweet caramel, the pick had a little cinnamon spice to it, tasting side by side really let their differences show :tu

Did you have a preference, Ben?

Last night's pours:

https://i.imgur.com/glfJDhU.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/cgrqxBq.jpg

[stearns]

Shelfer would probably be better for casual drinking in large amounts (so smooth and sweet) but the pick was more interesting, made me think a little. The pick takes the overall win but I've been trying to slow down on drinking that one, so the shelfer is what I'm usually grabbing for a Weller fix

[icehog3]

Sounds like both are good choices. Nice. :tu

[stearns]

No losers here :D

[Porch Dweller]

Saw this in one of my B&Ms and thought I'd give it a try, mainly because it's bottled here in MS and some of the whiskies used in the blend are distilled here, too. It's got a good amount of rye in the mash bill, which is right up my alley.


https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50564378392_d3cf5e8889_c.jpg

[icehog3]

Killed the Smoke Wagon Uncut/Unfiltered last night.

https://i.imgur.com/GJpKPpR.jpg

[icehog3]

Back-to-Back Booker's last night with Sip Awhile (17-04) and Kathleen's (18-01),

https://i.imgur.com/XUuePRd.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/GyiAkZM.jpg

[icehog3]

Cracked the new Booker's, definitely my favorite of 2020 batches so far. After I let it sit, it got a subtle sweetness on the palate like subdued Juicy Fruit gum. The longer it sat, the longer the finish seemed with a little of the initial heat dialed back a touch.

https://i.imgur.com/EOU9Yi3.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/lGhHAR1.jpg

[stearns]

Sounds pretty darn tasty :tu

[longknocker]

On The Advice Of My Good Friend, "The Admiral", I Purchased This For The Thanksgiving Festivities!:D:tu
https://i.imgur.com/NWFmq7bl.jpg

[stearns]

Good advice, and good judgement on your part to take it :tu

[icehog3]

Nice all around, Greg and Ben!

Greg, I found it really opened up beautifully after about 20 minutes. I drank it neat, but any guests who aren't high proof peeps probably could use a dash of water to tame the heat. :dr

[GreekGodX]

I can’t keep up with all these Booker’s! I still haven’t gotten a bottle of Boston Batch. I need to update my Christmas list with the Pigskin Batch :dr:al

[longknocker]

Went By The Same Liquor Store, Today, And That Booker's Batch Was All Sold Out! Must Be Good!:tu

[icehog3]

Went By The Same Liquor Store, Today, And That Booker's Batch Was All Sold Out! Must Be Good!:tu

https://i.imgur.com/c0OBgMK.gif

[Porch Dweller]

Picked this up yesterday. Never had any of their offerings before, but it was a barrel selection by the owner of my B&M, and I've never had a single of his selects that wasn't delicious.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50621261668_499e787c7c_c.jpg

[icehog3]

Picked this up yesterday. Never had any of their offerings before, but it was a barrel selection by the owner of my B&M, and I've never had a single of his selects that wasn't delicious.



Sometimes that's all the information you need. :tu

Let us now how it is, James.

[icehog3]

Good day today. First two at MSRP at Binny's, and the latter about $15 above MSRP from a fellow enthusiast.

https://i.imgur.com/rP3rSiP.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/426zsJW.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/75kppjs.jpg

[longknocker]

Good day today. First two at MSRP at Binny's, and the latter about $15 above MSRP from a fellow enthusiast.

https://i.imgur.com/rP3rSiP.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/426zsJW.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/75kppjs.jpg

139 Proof???:banger

[Steve]

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Drinks/20201119_EH%20Taylor.jpg

[icehog3]

https://i.imgur.com/kYw8HrN.jpg

[stearns]

Love the Hancock for a first pour, cool looking bottle to have around as well

Had some fingerlakes stuff last night, sweet and chocolaty, reminded me of the candy sweetness that can come from toasted barrel finishes but not overpoweringly sweet

[icehog3]

Love the Hancock for a first pour, cool looking bottle to have around as well

Had some fingerlakes stuff last night, sweet and chocolaty, reminded me of the candy sweetness that can come from toasted barrel finishes but not overpoweringly sweet

Man, the 89 proof just isn't doing it for me, Ben, even with the good flavor of BT mashbill #1. I think I've totally ruined myself for anything under 100 proof.

[stearns]

Agreed, but it's a good warmup

Picking up a 15 year KY bourbon today, same mystery as the rest of the latest 15 year KY bourbons but this one is barrel proof at only 102, should be interesting

[icehog3]

Agreed, but it's a good warmup



Yeah, I'm that guy who goes straight to the heavy sets. ;) :r

Curious to hear more about the 15 year when you crack it.

[gorob23]

Just spent an hour here in the "Bourbon School" :tf taking good notes, learning. One of the most interesting classes I have ever taken :tu

Thanks

:po
Rob

[stearns]

Just spent an hour here in the "Bourbon School" :tf taking good notes, learning. One of the most interesting classes I have ever taken :tu

Thanks

:po
Rob

Mmmmmmm Bourbon School :dr:dr:al:al

[Steve]

Just spent an hour here in the "Bourbon School" :tf taking good notes, learning. One of the most interesting classes I have ever taken :tu

Thanks

:po
Rob

Homework is the best part of the class!!!

[Steve]

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Misc_17/Bourbon2020.jpg

[icehog3]

I have a high school diploma, I want the bourbon PHd. :r

[Gabe215]

Never seen these in a PA liquor store before, had to grab 2 of them!!
https://i.postimg.cc/MTMCXRdF/3-C28-BE90-35-C5-432-B-B771-8-C0-F15622-EB2.jpg (https://postimg.cc/CB0PQZyG)

[icehog3]

Never seen these in a PA liquor store before, had to grab 2 of them!!
https://i.postimg.cc/MTMCXRdF/3-C28-BE90-35-C5-432-B-B771-8-C0-F15622-EB2.jpg (https://postimg.cc/CB0PQZyG)

One of my favorite "every day" pours, Gabe, hope you like it as much as I do. In fact, I cracked a new bottle last night as well for my first of two pours.

https://i.imgur.com/LTDOdQ4.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/LnTAMEM.jpg

[gorob23]

Well thanks to you guys a took a trip to local liquor store and figured I'd call my bartender (tom) and he said buy it all :sl

not really much help but I got a bottle of this after asking a guy I was talkng with when he said he liked cigars also :confused:

and no i have no idea how to rotate the picture.. I skipped picture loading class to attend double bourbon classes

Rob :tf

[icehog3]

Curious to hear how you like the Woodford Double Oaked, Rob. I do single oaked. It's like foreplay....who has time. I do one, maybe two plays a most. :D

Cracked a different Old Haymarket from the group picks last night, the Single Barrel at 114 proof. I thought the 120 proof blend of all the barrels we picked was good, but this blows it out of the water. Wish I had known, I would have grabbed two of these.

https://i.imgur.com/hzWY8pW.jpg

[gorob23]

:tf I am NOT one for reviews but for my hockey buddy I'll try and relate my thoughts

ok took a small pour (is that right ? ) last night and added a drop of water.

On the first sip I immediately wanted a cigar but alas I didn't have the time to sit and enjoy one (the nut house was in full swing :rolleyes:)

One of the big differences in rum ( my usual) and Bourbon for me to get used to is the warm feeling ( kinda like when I land at O'hare for a big weekend) :tu

I kinda thought the taste made me think of smoked meats. As I sipped it smoothed out for me and I enjoyed it more and more.

I do want to have some with a stogie and then really enjoy it. Not bad I think I liked the Elijah Craig better but I did have a cigar with that one.

That's all I got

Rob :llp

[icehog3]

There ya go! Now do the O'Hare thing again and I've got lots of stuff to try. ;) :wo

[icehog3]

Cracked a new Booker's last night and it was a delicious neck pour! Hope it continues to improve with some air.

Booker's Bluegrass Batch 2016-01

https://i.imgur.com/0slUsAf.jpg

[SSDVC]

I don't do pictures, but I was at my local military base and stopped in the PX to see if they had restocked their liquor isle. I came across a bottle of Blanton's I hadn't see before. There was only one bottle on the shelf, so I said what the heck, and I picked it up t start the holiday season off right. The stock person was hanging around and I asked if there were any more and she said there was only one per customer, per day.

The bottle looks like cut crystal, the a horse and rider on the cap, with the bottle individually numbered, dated and cataloged with Barrel No, Warehouse No and Rick No. It is 93 proof.

Haven't opened it yet, but should I go back and get more? Seemed to be rationing it pretty tightly and at $43, it wasn't an expensive bottle.

[longknocker]

I don't do pictures, but I was at my local military base and stopped in the PX to see if they had restocked their liquor isle. I came across a bottle of Blanton's I hadn't see before. There was only one bottle on the shelf, so I said what the heck, and I picked it up t start the holiday season off right. The stock person was hanging around and I asked if there were any more and she said there was only one per customer, per day.

The bottle looks like cut crystal, the a horse and rider on the cap, with the bottle individually numbered, dated and cataloged with Barrel No, Warehouse No and Rick No. It is 93 proof.

Haven't opened it yet, but should I go back and get more? Seemed to be rationing it pretty tightly and at $43, it wasn't an expensive bottle.

$43??? It Goes For Over $100 In Most Places. Go Back & Buy More! Excellent Bourbon, IMO.:D:tu

[SSDVC]

I'll be doing just that. At the register, it lets them know if you purchased more than one per day (ID is required and scanned). It's an hour away, but it looks I'll be putting some miles on the car this ENTIRE week!! Thanks for the info !

[icehog3]

Definitely Scott, it can be tough to come by in some areas. Even when I can find it at retail in Chicago (maybe once or twice a year), that's $59-65. And like Greg said, secondary market can be $80-120 easy.

What is the drop date on your bottle? I am looking for one 8/18/20 - 8/20/20 for a friend.

[stearns]

Great price at $43, while it's not my favorite bourbon (although it is delicious) I'd buy it on the spot if I saw it for less than $60

[SSDVC]

Date on the bottle is hand written and is 10-7-20. I will be trying to score another bottle on Thursday, maybe two if I can get a way with it !!

If I can score two more, I'll one I have for some sippin over the holidays !

[icehog3]

Thanks for looking at the "dump date", Scott. :tu

[SSDVC]

You're welcome !

[icehog3]

A couple of single bottle group picks at 114 proof last night. Both really tasty, but the Old Haymarket (Heaven Hill 7 year) is just outstanding.

https://i.imgur.com/k46DB0e.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/FLJodZf.jpg

[The camaro show]

Thinking about picking up a bottle of angels envy cask strength
So I enjoy BT and eagle rare along with four roses yellow and lightly peated scotches. I swung by a liquor store on the other side of town that I don’t get over to very often and found a angels envy cask strength. Never having a finished bourbon along with cask strength think highest proof I’ve had before is 94.Wanted to get some thoughts on it. Seemed like a pretty good price $58 from what other angels I’ve seen in the past.

[longknocker]

Thinking about picking up a bottle of angels envy cask strength
So I enjoy BT and eagle rare along with four roses yellow and lightly peated scotches. I swung by a liquor store on the other side of town that I don’t get over to very often and found a angels envy cask strength. Never having a finished bourbon along with cask strength think highest proof I’ve had before is 94.Wanted to get some thoughts on it. Seemed like a pretty good price $58 from what other angels I’ve seen in the past.

Buy It!:D:tu

[stearns]

Angels Envy Cask Strength? Looks like this?

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/angels-envy-releases-limited-edition-2020-cask-strength-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-finished-in-port-barrels-in-all-50-states-301154146.html

If so yes buy all you can at $58 since it has an SRP of $200 and usually sells for more than that

[icehog3]

Yup, price is mismarked or the bottle isn't the Cask Strength.

I don't like finished whiskey but if it were actually the CS, I'd buy it for trading.

[The camaro show]

Looks like that, when I walked in I asked what they had limited and rare and guy was like not much they changed our trucks to late Monday so Tuesday morning is prime time, since covid we haven’t gotten much but there’s a few things in the back I think so he went back and bought out a bottle of the cask and a bottle 4 roses single barrel and I said do you have a price on those and went up and got a price and that’s what came back on the cask and the sine barrel was $44 he said maybe he missed a 1 on the cask because generally bourbon prices are on the higher side here

[stearns]

I say go back in and see if you can get it for $58 :tu

[icehog3]

I say go back in and see if you can get it for $58 :tu

https://i.imgur.com/be72zg2.gif

[gettysburgfreak]

I don't do pictures, but I was at my local military base and stopped in the PX to see if they had restocked their liquor isle. I came across a bottle of Blanton's I hadn't see before. There was only one bottle on the shelf, so I said what the heck, and I picked it up t start the holiday season off right. The stock person was hanging around and I asked if there were any more and she said there was only one per customer, per day.

The bottle looks like cut crystal, the a horse and rider on the cap, with the bottle individually numbered, dated and cataloged with Barrel No, Warehouse No and Rick No. It is 93 proof.

Haven't opened it yet, but should I go back and get more? Seemed to be rationing it pretty tightly and at $43, it wasn't an expensive bottle.

Thats a steal at 43. I just paid 85 out the door because I have only seen it in a store one other time since moving to SE Michigan.

[icehog3]

https://i.imgur.com/cAZEYy1.jpg