Bourbon Thread - Reviews

[Gramps]

Check the batch # as some go for more than others.

The value will not lose money the longer you keep it. It’s been this way for a long time on the secondary market.

I think, from what I have been told, the proof indicates the year. No batch # on the bottles that I know of. But I'm in no way a great source of info on this.

 

[Havasu blue label]

The proof made my mouth water

 

[CarolynandBob]

Awesome. Make sure you find the 2 different “N”s to finish off the set.

Haven't been able to get the second N: yet. I think I have 3 of the other N.

 

[CarolynandBob]

Bourbon is nexts but thought I would start out with a scotch. Sometimes life kicks you in the balls, but tomorrow is a new day.

 

[Xring01]

View attachment 1171971 Bourbon is nexts but thought I would start out with a scotch. Sometimes life kicks you in the balls, but tomorrow is a new day.

Sorry to hear you been kicked in the balls, have a few bourbons on me…

 

[Done-it-again]

I’m surprised as hell with this and for $25 even better. Taste like a hotter/spicer blantons. It’s distilled by Buffalo trace

 

[Done-it-again]

Picked up some barrel strength stuff.

 

[Havasu blue label]

Another doctor visit stay young

 

[CarolynandBob]

Had this last night. It was decent. Brought it to a party. Others must have liked it because it didn't make it home.

 

[Done-it-again]

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Had this last night. It was decent. Brought it to a party. Others must have liked it because it didn't make it home.

If you find the heavens door cask strength, get it. It’s pretty good.

 

[renodaytona]

Went to my whiskey guys store and he handed me this. I was looking for something to share with some great friends on the evening Christmas.

 

[Xring01]

Went to my whiskey guys store and he handed me this. I was looking for something to share with some great friends on the evening Christmas.
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18 years old, what did that cost ya, gives a report on if its worth it?

 

[Racey]

I always buy cask strength if it's available

McCallan used to make a cask strength scotch, it was awesome, i wnet through several bottles, it was around 80 a bottle, One of the best Scotch of all time. They discontinued it when they shifted away from aged lines several years back.

Bottles are $2,500 now

 

[renodaytona]

18 years old, what did that cost ya, gives a report on if its worth it?

I got it for $170. I will let you know how it is once we crack it. Per my whiskey guy it’s an amazing pour.

 

[Done-it-again]

Went to my whiskey guys store and he handed me this. I was looking for something to share with some great friends on the evening Christmas.
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Nice, can I come over? I prefer it over the 20yr. I have 2 bottles of 18 left, Heaven Hill is my top 3 distillery’s.

I tried to buy a case of Hancock but I was told no. 2 bottles instead.

 

[Done-it-again]

I got it for $170. I will let you know how it is once we crack it. Per my whiskey guy it’s an amazing pour.

$170? That’s a steal. Last time I found it for 170 I bought 5 bottle form some crap whole liquor store in LA. When I see it now it’s at $300+

 

[renodaytona]

$170? That’s a steal. Last time I found it for 170 I bought 5 bottle form some crap whole liquor store in LA. When I see it now it’s at $300+

I only buy from one guy in town. He may not have the huge selections that other stores do, but he gives me great deals and always has a surprise behind the counter for me when I come in.

 

[Done-it-again]

I only buy from one guy in town. He may not have the huge selections that other stores do, but he gives me great deals and always has a surprise behind the counter for me when I come in.

Can’t get any better than that. The 18 is a great drink and worth the 170 price. If I had 1 thing to say about it. Wish it was a tad stronger proof for a 18yr.

 

[Deangang]

Went to my whiskey guys store and he handed me this. I was looking for something to share with some great friends on the evening Christmas.
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That stuffs terrible lol …. It’s a great smooth bourbon

 

[Music to my Ears]

If you like High West, we had this last night. Just comes out briefly once a year but very tasty.

 

[Done-it-again]

If you like High West, we had this last night. Just comes out briefly once a year but very tasty. View attachment 1183042

Good stuff right there, to me it taste like Christmas (not in a pine tree way). I have last years act but couldn’t get one this year at a decent price.

 

[Music to my Ears]

Good stuff right there, to me it taste like Christmas (not in a pine tree way). I have last years act but couldn’t get one this year at a decent price.

I agree with you. This one went for $150, a bit pricey.

 

[Music to my Ears]

The person I buy most of my good bourbon from is the beverage manager at the Newport Coast Pavillions. Because of their clientele, the store gets some hard to find bourbons. Check out what they got yesterday!

 

[Done-it-again]

I agree with you. This one went for $150, a bit pricey.

That’s a good price, usually it retails for 100-120. Ive seen it low as 300+. Only a few stores sell at msrp.

 

[Music to my Ears]

That’s a good price, usually it retails for 100-120. Ive seen it low as 300+. Only a few stores sell at msrp.

As I understand it, because they are a market they can’t or won’t mark it up.

 

[Done-it-again]

As I understand it, because they are a market they can’t or won’t mark it up.

Then those Pappy's are not out of touch then.... I paid $400 the 12yr lot B for my father when he turned 65 6 yrs ago. Its good, but I wouldn't pay more than that on the 2nd market. Haven't tried any of others....

I'm in a raffle to buy Pappy now for retail, all the years are available plus some Handy and Stag... Will see if I get picked for anyone of them come end of February .

 

[Done-it-again]

A couple people in my office got me my first bottle of Blanton’s Gold for Christmas. Wonder is it’s like the regular Blaton’s.

Anyone have any feedback? This is the bar at work.

 

[Music to my Ears]

Then those Pappy's are not out of touch then.... I paid $400 the 12yr lot B for my father when he turned 65 6 yrs ago. Its good, but I wouldn't pay more than that on the 2nd market. Haven't tried any of others....

I'm in a raffle to buy Pappy now for retail, all the years are available plus some Handy and Stag... Will see if I get picked for anyone of them come end of February .

Good luck!

 

[Riverbound]

Gotta few bottles last night from my employees.

Really enjoyed this one first time having it.

 

[scottchbrite]

I’m getting into this tonight. It was a gift from a buddy. Has anyone tried it? I definitely don’t have the bourbon experience that some of you gents have.

 

[Andy B.]

Gotta few bottles last night from my employees.

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Really enjoyed this one first time having it.

That stuff's delicious!

 

[CarolynandBob]

Gotta few bottles last night from my employees.

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Really enjoyed this one first time having it.

I really like the Ocean. Up in price this season. Last spring it was $70. This fall it is $82. Still worth it.

 

[renodaytona]

18 years old, what did that cost ya, gives a report on if its worth it?

Definitely worth it, very smooth and a great pour. Glad I was able to score one for a good price.

 

[Havazoo]

Sorry if someone has already said it, but Jefferson Ocean is available at Costco

 

[Mikemo_SDS]

First time enjoying sipping bourbon!

 

[SixD9R]

Hey guys, first time posting in this thread so please don’t flame me I’ve been mostly a beer drinker all my life but have been experimenting with bourbon the last few years especially in my basement man cave during the long Pa winters. Wifey bought this for me as a Christmas gift. Just finished my second tasting.
Pretty strong at 122 proof especially for my novice palate. Very strong vanilla aroma and hints during the actual taste. Would love to hear what someone with a more refined bourbon taste thinks.

 

[6 balls]

Valentine’s gift from my wife…

 

[Xtrmwakeboarder]

My wife and I made friends with the chef at our favorite restaurant, so I got invited to a private bourbon tasting dinner last night with the mayor and other members in the community. What a hell of a dinner and experience. The mayor hosted and brought his private stock. Extremely knowledgeable on the history of bourbon in general, and had facts on each bottle. The chef put together a menu based on the bourbon notes of each sample.

This was my first time doing something, so I pretty much just watched what others did and tried not to make an ass of myself. Great convo, great people, great food, and great bourbon. I enjoyed the E.H. Single Barrel the most, but all were good.

 

[Music to my Ears]

That’s quite the line-up, and the food looks great too! I’m a big EH Taylor fan and ending with some Blanton’s - nice!

 

[Xtrmwakeboarder]

That’s quite the line-up, and the food looks great too! I’m a big EH Taylor fan and ending with some Blanton’s - nice!

How is TX treating yah? Settling in well?

 

[Music to my Ears]

How is TX treating yah? Settling in well?

We’re enjoying it so far. Definitely a different pace of life which has been a nice change. But trying to figure out the next chapter of boating. And how about you? Are you guys enjoying the move? I know there’s been challenges along the way - we’ve had many too.

 

[Xtrmwakeboarder]

We’re enjoying it so far. Definitely a different pace of life which has been a nice change. But trying to figure out the next chapter of boating. And how about you? Are you guys enjoying the move? I know there’s been challenges along the way - we’ve had many too.

I really enjoyed fall and winter, as did the pups. The jury is still out for my wife. The house is 99% dialed in, so that's been a relief. The bugs are back in force, but all will be well as long as they stay outside. Hoping for a quiet tornado season. Everyone at the dinner last night laughed when I brought tornados up and said they would be way more scared of earthquakes... I don't get it haha

 

[Music to my Ears]

I really enjoyed fall and winter, as did the pups. The jury is still out for my wife. The house is 99% dialed in, so that's been a relief. The bugs are back in force, but all will be well as long as they stay outside. Hoping for a quiet tornado season. Everyone at the dinner last night laughed when I brought tornados up and said they would be way more scared of earthquakes... I don't get it haha

Good to hear that you’re all dialed in. I agree with you, the weather here has been a nice change, with the exception of the ice storm back in February. We’re farther south then you guys so a bit less prone to tornados but it’s still exciting when the warnings are announced. I could do with a few less bugs though, lol!!

 

[Music to my Ears]

Tonight’s bourbon/rye, we’re going with the 18 year Sazerac Rye. Pretty darn smooth for a rye IMO. We also opened up a 12 year Weller. A bit hotter for those who enjoy that.

 

[Xring01]

A little something my buddy is working on. Its a 4 grain bourbon… Corn Barley Wheat with a hint of Rye, to spice it up. With out the Rye… at 130 proof its way to smooth, like 60 proof smooth. So he added the Rye back in, to give some spice, to make you drink it slower.

 

[colenighthawk]

Is this stuff any good?
First time buying it.

 

[Xring01]

Some yes, some are ok..
These guys do not produce bourbon.

They go to all of the bourbon distrillerys, and barrell tasted all the different barrels, and buy what they think are the best barrels of that batch.

Then they age them longer, or double oak them or finish them in wine barrells etc Etc ..

Some are awesome. Some are not worth the money.. but every batch came from a different distillery or timeframe/batch.

But thats my opinion. Gotta try for yourself.

 

[04-24Stealth]

Gotta few bottles last night from my employees.

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Really enjoyed this one first time having it.

I’ve had voyage 22 and voyage 24. 24 sailed the Caribbean and actually has some similar flavors to the English harbor rum I have.

 

[Riverbound]

I’ve had voyage 22 and voyage 24. 24 sailed the Caribbean and actually has some similar flavors to the English harbor rum I have.

i have had 26 twice now and is probably my favorite.

 

[6 balls]

My favorites have been Voyages 19, 22, 25 and the newest Voyage 29. They are all a wheated mashbill (Pappy, Weller), very smooth with a bit of sweetness.