The Bourbon Thread!! - Page 149

stearns · 12-14-2021, 10:02 AM

It was good, supposedly the last batch or something like that, they used all 13+ year MGP barrels but then proof it down to 100. The price is great on those and I might be tempted to snag one if I see it but it wasn't mind blowing enough to go chase one down, not the same way some other higher aged MGP single barrels have rocked my socks

Navydoc · 12-14-2021, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by longknocker

Just Back From Costco. Guy In Front Of Me Got The Last Blanton's For $60!!!

. Got Three Bottles Of This, Though, For $29 Each!

. First Time In 5 Years Costco Got This Allotment.

I found two bottles at my navy package store yesterday for $20. TO me it tastes just like Blanton's for a fraction of the price

longknocker · 12-14-2021, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Navydoc

I found two bottles at my navy package store yesterday for $20. TO me it tastes just like Blanton's for a fraction of the price

icehog3 · 12-15-2021, 09:37 AM

stearns · 12-15-2021, 09:43 AM

mmm A120, my favorite

icehog3 · 12-15-2021, 09:46 AM

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mmm A120, my favorite

Easily the best of these 3.

But I still covet the C919 like it was liquid gold.

longknocker · 12-15-2021, 02:21 PM

Admiral & Ben: Of All The "High End" Bourbon's I've Tried, Booker's Is #1 And EC Is #2!

icehog3 · 12-16-2021, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by longknocker

Admiral & Ben: Of All The "High End" Bourbon's I've Tried, Booker's Is #1 And EC Is #2!

CigarSquid · 12-16-2021, 11:42 PM

Snagged these on my way home from the overnighter for work.

jledou · 12-17-2021, 01:28 PM

I enjoy the Hibiki, I was fortunate to be able to try some very expensive Japanese whiskies before they became popular and prices launched through the roof. Some of the most unique and best produced I have ever had.

CigarSquid · 12-17-2021, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jledou

I enjoy the Hibiki, I was fortunate to be able to try some very expensive Japanese whiskies before they became popular and prices launched through the roof. Some of the most unique and best produced I have ever had.

Where I am, that bottle is like $120. I snagged it for just under $80

CigarSquid · 12-17-2021, 03:01 PM

Question...

Since I am getting a couple bottles lately and most are new to me... How do you store them? I really want to try them all but I am worried about opening up multiple bottles. I do not drink daily...although I might just have to.

jledou · 12-17-2021, 03:56 PM

I keep mine (opened) in a kitchen cabinet to keep them out of the sunlight. Unopened are all in the basement (out of sight out of mind). In general keep them out of sunlight and upright and you are good. I have heard some say wet the corks once a month.

GreekGodX · 12-18-2021, 06:59 AM

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Question...

Since I am getting a couple bottles lately and most are new to me... How do you store them? I really want to try them all but I am worried about opening up multiple bottles. I do not drink daily...although I might just have to.

Opened bottles only become an issue when they are less than half full. Too much empty space in the bottle starts to affect the juice.

Navydoc · 12-19-2021, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by garryyjr

Question...

Since I am getting a couple bottles lately and most are new to me... How do you store them? I really want to try them all but I am worried about opening up multiple bottles. I do not drink daily...although I might just have to.

Have you thought about decanters?

Navydoc · 12-19-2021, 02:01 PM

Any thoughts on 10yr Rare Eagle?

CigarSquid · 12-19-2021, 02:04 PM

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Have you thought about decanters?

What does that solve, still opening the bottle?

Please school me, I know nothing about decanters.

Navydoc · 12-19-2021, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by garryyjr

What does that solve, still opening the bottle?

Please school me, I know nothing about decanters.

Bourbon decanters have a stopper so nothing evaporates plus they look cool. Unlike wine you don't have to worry about oxidation. Like others have said light and heat are the enemies. Hence a liquor cabinet is great for the decanters. Don't use lead crystal though. Not sure if that answered your question lol.

CigarSquid · 12-19-2021, 02:11 PM

It does. I keep them out of light already and I'm not a heat fan. I was more concerned about opening multiple bottles when it's takes me a bit to finish them.

Navydoc · 12-19-2021, 03:02 PM

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It does. I keep them out of light already and I'm not a heat fan. I was more concerned about opening multiple bottles when it's takes me a bit to finish them.

Sounds like you need more friends to help

12-14-2021, 10:02 AM	#2961
stearns Dogbert Consultant Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ben Location: Park Hill Posts: 5,386 Trading: (50)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! It was good, supposedly the last batch or something like that, they used all 13+ year MGP barrels but then proof it down to 100. The price is great on those and I might be tempted to snag one if I see it but it wasn't mind blowing enough to go chase one down, not the same way some other higher aged MGP single barrels have rocked my socks __________________ "Ignoring all the racket of conventional reality" - Keller Williams

12-15-2021, 09:37 AM	#2964
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,305 Trading: (60)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

12-15-2021, 09:43 AM	#2965
stearns Dogbert Consultant Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ben Location: Park Hill Posts: 5,386 Trading: (50)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! mmm A120, my favorite __________________ "Ignoring all the racket of conventional reality" - Keller Williams

12-15-2021, 02:21 PM	#2967
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,162 Trading: (82)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Admiral & Ben: Of All The "High End" Bourbon's I've Tried, Booker's Is #1 And EC Is #2!

12-16-2021, 11:42 PM	#2969
CigarSquid AKA Garryyjr Join Date: Apr 2011 First Name: Garry Location: Medford, OR - Cigar Zombie Posts: 3,213 Trading: (39)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Snagged these on my way home from the overnighter for work. __________________ gaRRy

12-17-2021, 01:28 PM	#2970
jledou Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Kansas Posts: 2,224 Trading: (27)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! I enjoy the Hibiki, I was fortunate to be able to try some very expensive Japanese whiskies before they became popular and prices launched through the roof. Some of the most unique and best produced I have ever had.

12-17-2021, 03:01 PM	#2972
CigarSquid AKA Garryyjr Join Date: Apr 2011 First Name: Garry Location: Medford, OR - Cigar Zombie Posts: 3,213 Trading: (39)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Question... Since I am getting a couple bottles lately and most are new to me... How do you store them? I really want to try them all but I am worried about opening up multiple bottles. I do not drink daily...although I might just have to. __________________ gaRRy

12-17-2021, 03:56 PM	#2973
jledou Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Kansas Posts: 2,224 Trading: (27)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! I keep mine (opened) in a kitchen cabinet to keep them out of the sunlight. Unopened are all in the basement (out of sight out of mind). In general keep them out of sunlight and upright and you are good. I have heard some say wet the corks once a month.

12-19-2021, 02:01 PM	#2976
Navydoc Roll Tide!!! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 170 Trading: (0)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Any thoughts on 10yr Rare Eagle?

12-19-2021, 02:11 PM	#2979
CigarSquid AKA Garryyjr Join Date: Apr 2011 First Name: Garry Location: Medford, OR - Cigar Zombie Posts: 3,213 Trading: (39)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! It does. I keep them out of light already and I'm not a heat fan. I was more concerned about opening multiple bottles when it's takes me a bit to finish them. __________________ gaRRy