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BengalMan 10-14-2008 08:55 PM
The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Bourbon is my drink of choice so I figured I would open up a bourbon thread. I'm especially looking forward to this years Antique Collection from Buffalo Trace. Some of my favorite bourbons include:

Elmer T Lee
Pappy
Basil Haydens
Rock Hill Farms
Woodford Reserve
Eagle Rare 17
George T Stagg

newcigarz 10-14-2008 09:10 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I have been drinking a lot of Rye lately. I just put the finish on one of my Bottles of Thomas Handy.

kayak_rat 10-14-2008 09:13 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Just bought a bottle tonight to sample. Elijah Craig 18 Year. Reviews seemed good. Not much of a bourbon guy, but hoping to change that.

BengalMan 10-14-2008 09:16 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Your in the right place to learn about bourbon then Kayak!

newcigarz 10-14-2008 09:24 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Bourbon is my favorite Spirit. I can't wait for the '08 release of Stagg :dr

BengalMan 10-15-2008 07:21 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by newcigarz (Post 2926)
Bourbon is my favorite Spirit. I can't wait for the '08 release of Stagg :dr
Your telling me! I have a bottle each of the Antique Collection on hold for me when they come.

I also just picked up a bottle of Four Roses Mariage and a bottle of their 120th Anniversary, both of which I have yet to crack open and try, but I'm looking forward to.

Mr.Maduro 10-15-2008 07:33 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
You have some good taste! I just picked up this bottle of Willett's! It’s extremely well balanced and smooth.

I recommend trying it sometime!

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n...ro/willett.jpg

newcigarz 10-15-2008 08:13 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr.Maduro (Post 4359)
You have some good taste! I just picked up this bottle of Willett's! It’s extremely well balanced and smooth.

I recommend trying it sometime!

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n...ro/willett.jpg
Patrick did you get that from SV? It is their e-mail special.

Mr.Maduro 10-15-2008 08:17 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by newcigarz (Post 4537)
Patrick did you get that from SV? It is their e-mail special.
No, I must've deleted that e-mail. How much were they selling it for? I got it in my neighborhood for $38. The place I bought it is also expecting to get some of the special releases coming out next week. ;)

Volt 10-15-2008 08:32 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Hmmm

1) EWSB 10 yr old
2) MM
3) 1776

My first Pappy's is on order :)

BengalMan 10-15-2008 08:48 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Very cool looking bottle Patrick, never had that before.

Volt, Pappy's are some good bourbons indeed.

newcigarz 10-15-2008 08:55 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr.Maduro (Post 4547)
No, I must've deleted that e-mail. How much were they selling it for? I got it in my neighborhood for $38. The place I bought it is also expecting to get some of the special releases coming out next week. ;)
$31.99

funnymantrip 10-15-2008 02:43 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I love me some bourbon, but if given the choice I will always pick the Jim Beam Black.

jcarlton 10-15-2008 02:48 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Stranahans Colorado Whiskey


:dr

Freight Train 10-15-2008 02:49 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Evan Williams

zmancbr 10-15-2008 03:34 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by jcarlton (Post 6733)
Stranahans Colorado Whiskey


:dr
LOL... I was wondering how long it would take you to post that! :D

SmokinApe 10-15-2008 04:22 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I am about half way through a bottle of Elmer T. Lee, I love that stuff... I have a bottle of Woodford lined up after that... I can't help but feel Woodford is a bit overrated but I do enjoy it..

Tombstone 10-15-2008 05:26 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by BengalMan (Post 2599)
Bourbon is my drink of choice so I figured I would open up a bourbon thread. I'm especially looking forward to this years Antique Collection from Buffalo Trace. Some of my favorite bourbons include:

Elmer T Lee
Pappy
Basil Haydens
Rock Hill Farms
Woodford Reserve
Eagle Rare 17
George T Stagg
When does the Antique collection of Buff trace come out?

SvilleKid 10-15-2008 09:29 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Blanton's
Conecuh Ridge
Woodford Reserve Master's Collection

Still looking for this years eddition of the Master's collection, but can't find any mention of one anywhere. Would love to find another bottle of the first year's Four Grain.

JohnnyFlake 10-15-2008 09:56 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Old Grand Dad 100 Proof
Makers Mark
Knob Creek
Blanton's

All are excellent bourbons IMHO!!!

shade 10-15-2008 11:32 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Tombstone (Post 7725)
When does the Antique collection of Buff trace come out?
Should be in stores by the end of the month, I believe. :dr

Neuromancer 10-15-2008 11:55 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Blanton's and Wild Turkey Rare Breed...

Heatmiser 10-16-2008 12:15 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I like almost all liquors but deep down I am truly a bourbon whore. My favorites are:

Old Rip Van Winkle 15
Van Winkle Lot B 12
Old Fitzgerald BIB (1970's)
George T Stagg
Old Taylor BIB (1970's)
William Larue Weller
Wild Turkey Tribute 15

jcarlton 10-16-2008 02:15 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by zmancbr (Post 7093)
LOL... I was wondering how long it would take you to post that! :D
:rolleyes: Why I don't know what you could mean Sir. :rolleyes:



Hi my name is Jamie and I have...whoops wrong forum. :D

Volt 10-16-2008 03:58 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Heatmiser (Post 9778)
I like almost all liquors but deep down I am truly a bourbon whore. My favorites are:

Old Rip Van Winkle 15
Van Winkle Lot B 12
Old Fitzgerald BIB (1970's)
George T Stagg
Old Taylor BIB (1970's)
William Larue Weller
Wild Turkey Tribute 15
Nice selection - none of it cheap though :)

Scottw 10-16-2008 03:58 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by BengalMan (Post 2599)
Bourbon is my drink of choice so I figured I would open up a bourbon thread. I'm especially looking forward to this years Antique Collection from Buffalo Trace. Some of my favorite bourbons include:

Elmer T Lee
Pappy
Basil Haydens
Rock Hill Farms
Woodford Reserve
Eagle Rare 17
George T Stagg
Can't get buffaol trace or eagle rare 17 in NJ which sucks. Do you know if they are going to restrict this release as well?

BengalMan 10-16-2008 10:05 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Most likely yes.

There is also a VERY RARE Fire and Ice collection being released this year by Buffalo Trace which if anyone is able to get their hands on, I will gladly make it well worth your while.

mugwump 10-17-2008 09:27 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
My daily pour is Elijah Craig 12yo but I did buy a bottle of Bulleit this week since it was on sale. With the state run liquor store nonsense here there aren't too many choices.

BengalMan 10-17-2008 10:12 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Well, I once again fell into the "rare bourbon hole". I went to the liquor store with the wife to get a bottle of vodka for her (she ended up wanting the Donald Trump vodka because "it has a pretty gold bottle"). Walking up to check out I passed through the bourbon section and saw they had a few bottles of Four Roses Mariage left. Needless to say I picked some up to hang out with my Four Roses 120th in the cabinet. I'll let you all know how it is in a few days.

stitch 10-18-2008 10:12 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Bourbon has ALWAYS been me drink of choise,
I just stick with good ol' Evan Williams,

JohnRider 10-20-2008 08:13 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Call me a lush, but I always enjoy Knob Creek. It packs a little heat at 100 proof, but it just has that special twang that always brings me back. Other favorites of mine are Bakers, Woodford Reserve, and Eagle Rare.

(And you have not had Rye until you have had Templeton...definitely recommended.)

BengalMan 10-24-2008 10:37 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
The Eagle has landed today! I just picked up all 5 bottles of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection!!

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f8...l/IMG_1588.jpg
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f8...l/IMG_1589.jpg
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f8...l/IMG_1590.jpg

ahc4353 10-24-2008 10:40 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Woodford Reserve is my choice however not even close to knowing who's who in the Bourbon world as i like single malts.

Mr.Maduro 10-24-2008 11:17 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by BengalMan (Post 32604)
Wow!! I'll have to check my local shop!! :al

newcigarz 10-24-2008 02:53 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by BengalMan (Post 32604)
The Eagle has landed today! I just picked up all 5 bottles of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection!!
Very Nice! :tu

ElkTwin 10-26-2008 08:25 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Tombstone (Post 7725)
When does the Antique collection of Buff trace come out?
It's on the shelves now in Kentucky. You'll see it everywhere within the next 2 weeks.

Mr.Maduro 10-27-2008 05:27 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by BengalMan (Post 32604)
The Eagle has landed today! I just picked up all 5 bottles of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection!!
Well??? Any thoughts on these yet??? My shop told me to check back at the end of this week. :bh

Tombstone 10-27-2008 06:59 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Evan WIlliams

BengalMan 10-27-2008 07:51 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr.Maduro (Post 38093)
Well??? Any thoughts on these yet??? My shop told me to check back at the end of this week. :bh
Haven't broken into them yet. I still have bottles of Stagg and Weller from last year left. I think I'll break into the Thomas Handy Rye this weekend though. I'll let you know how it is.

newcigarz 10-28-2008 03:57 AM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by BengalMan (Post 38358)
Haven't broken into them yet. I still have bottles of Stagg and Weller from last year left. I think I'll break into the Thomas Handy Rye this weekend though. I'll let you know how it is.
I had two bottles of the '07 that were fantastic. I'm down to half a bottle now:al

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BengalMan 10-28-2008 06:51 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Had some Thomas Handy last night. I must say, it was very impressive. Looking forward to trying the others.

MajorCaptSilly 10-28-2008 07:17 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I concur with Woodford Reserve. This may be sacrilege, but I enjoy it with Diet Dr Pepper!

MCS

wrench turner 85 10-28-2008 07:44 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
big fan of benchmark, I'm more of an rum drinker but nonthing beats a good bourbon and a cigar

awsmith4 10-28-2008 10:31 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I am broke so I went out and got some Evan Williams black and got to say its damn good for the price, even better than my usual cheapy Early Times

Sanitariumite 10-30-2008 10:17 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I'm new to the bourbon game. I've only tried Maker's Mark (It was a Halloween party and I was too sauced to taste any of it), Jim Beam (No thanks), and Wild Turkey Rare Breed. The Rare Breed, at 108.2 proof was a bit too strong to sip straight, but mix it with a coke zero and you've got my new favorite mixed drink. What would you recommend for me to try for under $40? I'd like to pick up a bottle on payday next week, and I want to try something new, but I'm in school, paying off a car, and trying to only work 25 hours a week, so it really can't break the bank. Any suggestions?

BengalMan 10-30-2008 10:39 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Sanitariumite (Post 44006)
I'm new to the bourbon game. I've only tried Maker's Mark (It was a Halloween party and I was too sauced to taste any of it), Jim Beam (No thanks), and Wild Turkey Rare Breed. The Rare Breed, at 108.2 proof was a bit too strong to sip straight, but mix it with a coke zero and you've got my new favorite mixed drink. What would you recommend for me to try for under $40? I'd like to pick up a bottle on payday next week, and I want to try something new, but I'm in school, paying off a car, and trying to only work 25 hours a week, so it really can't break the bank. Any suggestions?
There are many great bourbons under $40. Below are some of my favorites:

Woodford Reserve
Basil Hayden
Elmer T Lee
Eagle Rare

Let me know what you end up grabbing and what you think of it.

Sanitariumite 10-30-2008 10:41 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I know they've got Woodford at the local Liquor store, maybe I'll start off with a bottle of that. I'll definitely report back. I wasn't a fan of whiskey until I tried bourbon, and I'm quite excited about it!

STYX&STONED 11-05-2008 03:15 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
IMHO there is no better deal for the $ then Bulleit. After that I go for Woodford.

Sanitariumite 11-05-2008 03:21 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
I think they have Bulleit there too. I'm heading there in a bit, and the price will make my mind as to which I'll be trying tonight. I will most definitely be posting back here with my review.

tsolomon 11-05-2008 05:16 PM
Re: The Bourbon Thread!!
 
My choice would be Woodford Reserve or Knob Creek. I have a big bottle of Eagle Rare 10 which is good, but I really like the Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage 1997, it has some of most amazing flavors at a great price. :2


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