July 4, 20205 yr Does anybody have a range on Weller Full Proof and Single Barrel? 7-8 years sounds about right.
July 4, 20205 yr 3 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said: I think my palette is changing, I now like Weller 12 much more than Antique. I’m picking up a clove funk in Antique that wasn’t there a few years ago. It’s still a great bourbon, but it no longer fits my flavor profiles Weller Full Proof is marginally better than Antique. The extra proof helps, and it irons out the clove funk, but it still kind of there. I’ll never pay secondary for FP, but I’ll buy it if I see it for $50. 1 hour ago, thrillhammer said: welcome to the enlightenment. Kidding, they’re both good. But yeah I like W12 better
July 5, 20205 yr 40 minutes ago, Bozo_Casanova said: Antique is a great mixer. W12 is a great bourbon. Very hot take indeed.
July 5, 20205 yr Guys that have been to bourbon for a decade or two, was Weller Centennial better than Weller 12? It’s a pretty safe assumption that it was better than Antique.
July 5, 20205 yr 1 hour ago, Bozo_Casanova said: Antique is a great mixer. W12 is a great bourbon. True story. Trying Redemption Wheated blind against an NCF OWA really opened my eyes. But I’m an MGP homer who thinks Boone County 12 is better than W12 too.
July 5, 20205 yr I’ll probably crack a Eagle Rare store pick next. It’s time to revisit Buffalo Trace Mashbill No. 1.
July 5, 20205 yr Enjoyed some Stagg Jr. (batch 13) and an Eagle Rare with an Alec Bradley Tempus stick. Happy 4th, fellas.
July 5, 20205 yr 1 hour ago, billfromlaketravis said: Very hot take indeed. Come at me, bro 1 hour ago, USCATX said: But I’m an MGP homer who thinks Boone County 12 is better than W12 too. No.
July 5, 20205 yr Is old scout still hard to find? Saw 10 bottles on the shelf at twin in bee caves. First time I've come across it in probably 5 years. There are 8 left
July 5, 20205 yr 12 minutes ago, BradInATX said: Is old scout still hard to find? Saw 10 bottles on the shelf at twin in bee caves. First time I've come across it in probably 5 years. There are 8 left If it says 13 year select, don’t buy it. In fact, there is no way they have 10 bottles of the good Old Scout from years ago. That shit is long gone.
July 5, 20205 yr I just googled. It’s 5 year old MGP. I’m sure it’s fine. It tastes like what I remember. But I'm a minor leaguer compared to some of you guys.
July 5, 20205 yr 3 minutes ago, BradInATX said: 5 minutes ago, Neonmoon said: I just googled. It’s 5 year old MGP. I’m sure it’s fine. It tastes like what I remember. But I'm a minor leaguer compared to some of you guys. If it tastes good. That’s all that matters.
July 5, 20205 yr If you find a store pick (Tejas has one right now) you can at least get your Old Scout 5 yr at barrel proof.
July 6, 20205 yr Took my Scout back in a fit on panic and was surprised to find a B sitting on the shelf, so I traded that in and took a flyer in the BH 10YO Rye. Their stuff is generally too sweet for me, but I love an aged Rye so why not...
July 6, 20205 yr Took my Scout back in a fit on panic and was surprised to find a B sitting on the shelf, so I traded that in and took a flyer in the BH 10YO Rye. Their stuff is generally too sweet for me, but I love an aged Rye so why not...Let me know how the bh rye is, all over shelves but not sure I want to drop 75 bucks on it
July 6, 20205 yr Also, I came across this in CO over the weekend and was intrigued. Apparently a passion project from Dave Phinney of Orin Swift fame, this was the most unique bourbon I’ve had in some time.A blend of three small batches, one from Kentucky, another from Indiana and a brother from Tennessee, the first blush is very sweet, hints of honey and marshmallow coming through, but that evens quickly and follows with a tempered burn and some barrel char.For $50, you bet your ass!
July 6, 20205 yr Also, I came across this in CO over the weekend and was intrigued. Apparently a passion project from Dave Phinney of Orin Swift fame, this was the most unique bourbon I’ve had in some time.A blend of three small batches, one from Kentucky, another from Indiana and a brother from Tennessee, the first blush is very sweet, hints of honey and marshmallow coming through, but that evens quickly and follows with a tempered burn and some barrel char.For $50, you bet your ass! Where did you find it in CO?
July 6, 20205 yr Where did you find it in CO?Dogshit liquor store in Denver off Colorado next to a Safeway, just north of 25. Their best bottle in the store was BT and I was in the mood for something different and took a flyer.
July 6, 20205 yr Dogshit liquor store in Denver off Colorado next to a Safeway, just north of 25. Their best bottle in the store was BT and I was in the mood for something different and took a flyer. 25 runs north/south.
July 6, 20205 yr Not where it crosses Colorado Blvd...True, but in general, interstates that end in even numbers run east west. Those that are odd numbered go north south. I 10 goes north south in San Antonio. Would you say it runs north south?
July 6, 20205 yr If anything, I would hope that my directionality would have been more informative, at least to anyone familiar with the highway, as it is one of only two areas in CO where it runs East/West.But alas, that was not the case, nor is this the cartography thread, so I digress.To get things back on track: The ECSB B bottle is some hot fire
July 6, 20205 yr The lovely asshole that posted about RY10 being available for store pickup , thank you.
July 6, 20205 yr 14 minutes ago, huge said: The lovely asshole that posted about RY10 being available for store pickup , thank you.
July 6, 20205 yr The grand opening of Longhorn Liquor in Katy seemed like a good time. I should have made the drive.
July 6, 20205 yr Also picked up 1792 Full Proof store pick at TW so it was a good visit. So what’s the deal on Cream of Kentucky besides “not worth $140”. Is it any good?
July 7, 20205 yr If anything, I would hope that my directionality would have been more informative, at least to anyone familiar with the highway, as it is one of only two areas in CO where it runs East/West.But alas, that was not the case, nor is this the cartography thread, so I digress.To get things back on track: The ECSB B bottle is some hot fireI knew where you were talking about before i posted that. Was just being a smart ass.
July 7, 20205 yr The lovely asshole that posted about RY10 being available for store pickup , thank you.I was really disappointed in the last bottle of RY10 i got.
July 7, 20205 yr 2 hours ago, deft said: Is benchmark 8 still our fav rotgut? I’m sure you’re aware of Evan Williams Botted in Bond. I think it’s the top rotgut. It can be consumed near if you’re so inclined. Not bad for $12. Edited July 7, 20205 yr by billfromlaketravis
July 8, 20205 yr 7 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said: I’m sure you’re aware of Evan Williams Botted in Bond. I think it’s the top rotgut. It can be consumed near if you’re so inclined. Not bad for $12. rebel yell 100 is $19.99. I like it better than dickel bib and heaven hill bib. for sure better than evan williams.
July 8, 20205 yr 50 minutes ago, thrillhammer said: rebel yell 100 is $19.99. I like it better than dickel bib and heaven hill bib. for sure better than evan williams. I didn’t like Rebel Yell 100. Not a drain pour, but demoted to cocktail duty. Weller Special Reserve is also $20 and MUCH better. Never again with Dickel. Never. Again. There are better ways to get your vitamins. I can’t speak to Heaven BiB 6 Year as I haven’t had the pleasure. I thought the Heaven Hill BiB 7 year was average and not a $40 bottle. I drank a lot of black label Evan Williams in high school when was I was broker than usual. I’m kicking myself for not spending a couple extra bucks and drinking EW BiB. I think it’s the cheapest bottle you can enjoy neat. Terrific value. 5 years old, Bottled in Bond, and $12. If you’re a college student reading this thread, make it your daily drinker. Edited July 8, 20205 yr by billfromlaketravis
July 8, 20205 yr I just drank Jack Daniels in high school. I drank a lot of it on a regular basis (including one time involving a funnel) which is probably why my bourbon palate is so screwed up now years later. Edited July 8, 20205 yr by Brew
July 9, 20205 yr Rare Breed Rye has hit Houston. I followed my rule and bought two. Edited July 9, 20205 yr by billfromlaketravis
July 9, 20205 yr Going upstate, got a bottle of EW SiB to relax on but saw Bakers 7, BH Rye, and Russells Special Reserve which i think have been mentioned here but wasn't willing to pull the trigger for $50ish on each (don't really remember the prices). But I did see something I had never heard of, Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat bourbon/whiskey/? and BT Kosher Rye. Anyone tried those two? Worth it? Didn't even look at price just thought they looked really different.
July 9, 20205 yr 7 minutes ago, achooloco said: Going upstate, got a bottle of EW SiB to relax on but saw Bakers 7, BH Rye, and Russells Special Reserve which i think have been mentioned here but wasn't willing to pull the trigger for $50ish on each (don't really remember the prices). But I did see something I had never heard of, Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat bourbon/whiskey/? and BT Kosher Rye. Anyone tried those two? Worth it? Didn't even look at price just thought they looked really different. The reviews haven’t been great on any of the three Buffalo Trace Kosher products, but the Rye seems to be the fan favorite. I‘Il buy all three if I can find them for MSRP. There are much worse ways to spend $120. Also way to go Buffalo Trace releasing the Kosher line 3 months after Passover.
July 9, 20205 yr I love a lot of cool new stuff to drink this weekend, but Maker’s Mark Private Select is howling my name.
July 9, 20205 yr 52 minutes ago, Neonmoon said: Might have to order me some more MMPS tomorrow. Wish I could find some RBR You stumped me. What’s RBR? It’s Brick Top here, so I’m guessing it’s MGP.
July 9, 20205 yr 6 minutes ago, Party_Taco said: Which one of you is this? @Bert Orange donated this home bar to his redheaded stepson. Edited July 9, 20205 yr by billfromlaketravis
July 9, 20205 yr 2 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said: Rare Breed Rye has hit Houston. I followed my rule and bought two. 1 hour ago, Neonmoon said: Might have to order me some more MMPS tomorrow. Wish I could find some RBR 9 minutes ago, billfromlaketravis said: You stumped me. What’s RBR? It’s Brick Top here, so I’m guessing it’s MGP. Just a guess....
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