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Drinking some more Very Old Barton, I don't understand what the guys on straightbourbon.com see in this stuff.. I find it drinkable, but there are many other bourbons in the same price range that I like much better.

Old Fitz BIB and Ancient Ancient Age much better IMHO.

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Finishing of a bottle of Buffalo Trace I started last night.Dam good stuff!

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selection at the supermarkets is slim but if you order online you have a decent selection including makers mark, knob creek, wild turkey, four roses, pappy van winkle...

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I've grown to like this, mostly the 6yr, and plan to pickup the BIB. Definitely not great, but I you stated drinkable and cheap.

I haven't had the AAA 10yr but look to grab one soon.

I tell you I did not like my 1st bottle, but after drinking some at a party I found myself really liking BT.

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I got to try some Pappy 23 year old. It had a great flavor on the front end but was hot going down. Found that to be strange for a bourbon so old. Sure glad I didn't pay for it.

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After my brutal year at work i was gifted a 100$ gift card to a grocery store... Lets just say the Bulleit Bourbon is going down well tonight ;)

This has to be.. ( not sure if its my favorite) but the most unique bourbon i have ever had... Smooth, Yet with a killer bite... That leaves your mouth pretty quickly. I know it has to be the 2/3 Rye- 1/3 Corn they use in the mash.. but wow... Great stuff none the less, Its making me want to venture in the Rye world more than my bottle of (ri)2 that i have collecting dust because of its cost $$$ haha.

Cheers!

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After reading ya'lls recommendations for some good bourbon for a good price, I picked myself up a little Christmas present!

http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/t...0/hpim0520.jpg

:chr

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Picked up a bottle of Elijah Craig as well as a bottle of Woodford Reserve today. Getting back into the swing of the bourbon game.

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Purchased my first ever bottle of bourbon today. A bottle of Maker's Mark. It was interesting trying to get all the wax off in order to open it. But the work was well worth it. Incredibly flavorful, and will now replace Crown Royal as my drink of choice.

I've never been much of a drinker, but am finding that I really prefer this to beer. So I will keep a close eye on this thread and use recommendations here for future purchases.

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I do not enjoy Makers the Most compared to other bourbons.. But there is a bit of Sound Truth with the makers mark name... It was made ( age, proof, everything) to revolve around one thing, To get rid of the Bitter tastes in most bourbons. So on that note, they did a wonderful job!!!

-Just keep us posted what you like about it, dislike about it, or what you would LIKE to try by flavor expectations and i am sure someone will show you the right way :banger

cheers!

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I picked up a couple of those bottle/flask combos. The 99-09 EWSB isn't as good as last years' IMHO. It is still enjoyable but a bit on the mellow side. I think you will enjoy it, but it does get better..

That being said, I am going to pour myself some more right now..

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Well I went back to the store and picked up a bottle of Johnny Walker Black. I can't describe the initial taste, but I did like the finish. Perhaps I need a bit more to figure it out :)

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Discussing Scotch in a Bourbon thread. The heresy! :r

JW Black's a good everyday blended scotch. I'm a fan.

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AH!- And you Continue the Scotch Slander In Thy bourbon Topic Jordan?!
haha Yes indeed, the Red is much cheaper and to me goes down Much easier... other wise the only Scotch i enjoy is Glenlivet's Nadurra

- COMMENCE THE BOURBON! :banger;s

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There is a starter-tab that sticks out a little from just below the cap. Just pull it and then you can open it right up :r

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It looked like there should have been a tab, but nothing under the wax except the twist-on cap.

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Total Wines in West Palm yesterday still had multiple sets of Buffalo Trace Antique collection. Wish I had the money to grab some more. This is the latest in the season that I have seen all bottles still available.

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For those who order online, what is the preferred website ?

And where might I locate a bottle of Wild Turkey American Honey ?

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A tasty Christmas gift from my girlfriend...never heard of it before...

http://www.cigar-review-site.com/cigars/img_1065.jpg

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Austin, that looks mighty tasty !

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Picked up some 10yr Eagle Rare.

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still have yet to open my E.R 10yr. Let me know what ya think ;)
still working on bottles of Bulleit, Knob Creek, Woodford, Basil Haydens, W.Turkey- Rare Breed and.. i think that sums it all up haha

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I put one small ice cube in and sipping on it, o far I'm really enjoying this. I'm still new to Bourbon I've only had Knob Creek.

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I just picked up a bottle of 27 year Parkers!! I am saving this one until I pass the last part of the CPA exam, hopefully by February or March! :dr

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Wife has a bottle of Knob Creek at home for me...Happy New Year!!!!:D

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Just cracked open a bottle of Woodford Reserve Master's Collection. Wow, what a great bourbon this is! :tu

http://i773.photobucket.com/albums/y...o/IMG_8384.jpg

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One bottle of Stagg down, one to go.
Maybe a trip to Total Wine to see what they have left.

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Here's what I scored today:

http://nickmontano.net/pics/trio.jpg

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I've never tried the Gentlemen Jack, but have heard good things. I love that Evan Williams SB! :dr

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Gentlemen's Jack is very good!!! One of my first whiskey's that I had straight up.

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The Evan Williams was the first bottle I opened and damn is it smooth ! Great stuff :)

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I have a bottle of Elijah Craig 18 year open right now! Great stuff too! :dr

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I just pulled the trigger on a bottle of Parker's Heritage Collecton Golden Annversary bourbon! This is the one blended with bourbons from each decade since the 1960s (as old as 1968). I can't wait to try this one! :dr

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I opened my bottle of Eagle Rare 17 yr last night and poured it over a single ice cube. A great bottle of Bourbon but I don't think it was worth the price tag.

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Just ordered a couple bottles of Evan Williams Single Barrel!

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Arrgghh. Never use cold water/ice with fine bourbon. The molecules in colder water effect the bourbon in a negative way as compared to using room temp water. I read this on a bourbon bb, so I believe it to be true.

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If you are used to bourbon, don't expect the same with GJ. It's not a bourbon, but a Tennessee whisky. Charcoal filtered like regular JD, but a bit smoother. I got a bottle during the holidays. I couldn't drink it neat, as I do with almost all bourbons. Had to mix in some water.

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Very nice indeed!

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Tried a great new one this week; Old Grand Dad 114, this is sweet, rich, and syrupy like my standby Rittenhouse Rye 100 - it will be one to always have in the cabinet.

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Tried my first Bourbon today

Woodford, I'm used to drinking blended/single malts so it was a nice change of pace.

Looking forward to trying some other ones

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After a few weeks of prodding the local pub has been getting in some better stuff for the few cigar smokers that come in. We went through several bottles of Woodfords and they are now getting in Blantons as well. Yum!

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I still need to get up there with you all one night!

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This is somewhat true, but not completely. I've worked events with Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, and Jeffersons Reserve and have tasted bourbons with various master distillers. When trying a bourbon out for the first time, it is recommended to first try it neat. After a few sips to get the initial flavors, it's recommended to add 1-2 ice cubes or a splash of spring water. The ice melting and or water into the bourbon actually opens up the bourbon to additional flavors. It is recommended to use spring water/ice cubes when adding to a bourbon. It's not really the cold/ice that has a negative effect, it's the impurities in the tap water that could alter the taste in a negative way, at least that's what I've been told.

In the end though, bourbon is just like cigars, drink what you want, how you want, just as long as you enjoy it. :tu

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Amen :tu

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Here is a method that in my experience, has yielded the best results when drinking bourbon. Unfortunately, I don't have a way to make these. When I have had the chance to use the "ice rock" it has been remarkable.

http://bourbonbuzz.com/2010/01/29/bo...-big-ball-ice/

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This looks like an amazing set. The price is scary though $350-$400

http://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs...nter09_lg1.jpg

http://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs...D?opendocument

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I've recently gotten into the JD Single barrel but is it worth the price??? What are some alterantives that are a good value??
http://chesterwhisky.com/images/jack...-barrel-lg.jpg

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Having a shot of bulleit to warm up:D

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I just sampled a bottle of Elijah Craig 18 y/o I picked up on my recent trip to Louisville. Excellent stuff and I"m not a bourbon drinker (but have started training to be).

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You have started off with an excellent choice. Love Elijah Craig 18 y/o :dr

Can't wait to go down to KY to pickup some bourbon. Definitely getting some Jefferson's Reserve and possibly some Rip Van Winkle :D Feb 27th cannot come soon enough!!!