The Bourbon Thread!! - Page 186

Chainsaw13 · 12-20-2023, 09:33 AM

Well, I told myself I was taking a break from buying anymore bottles. Yea, right.

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Bob, did you take notice of the stats (floor, proof)? Love those OFBSSB when they're on.

icehog3 · 12-20-2023, 10:00 AM

130+ proof, nice Bob!

I received a bottle from one Mr. Ben Stearns yesterday...also 13+ proof and right in my wheelhouse. Thank you Ben !

Chainsaw13 · 12-20-2023, 02:35 PM

I’m hoping it’s good, Tom. He wasn’t pouring samples. But I’ve enjoyed most of their store picks so far.

Oh, he offered to sell me a Whistle Pig 21 year Beholden, at msrp ($800). Ouch.

stearns · 12-20-2023, 04:19 PM

Christmas allocated drops have been announced at the local spot, they tried being cute last year with random timed releases each day but they probably got tired of people standing around in the store so this year they're going straightforward, a table of stuff out when they open each morning Friday-Sunday. Usually the first 2-3 spots get the big boys (pappy, birthday bourbon, etc) and the next dozen or so get something special (parkers, 4R LE, etc). Last year I got an EHT BP at one of these but the guy a few in front of me that was only there a couple hours earlier got Pappy 23, hopefully I can out-crazy them this year

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

Oh, he offered to sell me a Whistle Pig 21 year Beholden, at msrp ($800). Ouch.

Get that overpriced single malt out of here!

Actually that price is pretty fair but I'm certainly not a buyer, I have a friend that got one but never heard if he liked it or not

Chainsaw13 · 12-20-2023, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by stearns

Christmas allocated drops have been announced at the local spot, they tried being cute last year with random timed releases each day but they probably got tired of people standing around in the store so this year they're going straightforward, a table of stuff out when they open each morning Friday-Sunday. Usually the first 2-3 spots get the big boys (pappy, birthday bourbon, etc) and the next dozen or so get something special (parkers, 4R LE, etc). Last year I got an EHT BP at one of these but the guy a few in front of me that was only there a couple hours earlier got Pappy 23, hopefully I can out-crazy them this year

Im hoping I can snag something from my local store. Owner mentioned a while back their allotment was coming in. Keep going by every few days to see what’s new. Not sure I’ve developed the clout yet. He didn’t mention anything today about those, so the WP surprised me.

BTW, that Blantons is a store pick. Not sure when I’ll crack that. Maybe Xmas.

Black Coral · 12-20-2023, 06:42 PM

Well midwinter night dram and two bottle high west bundle dropping in Minneapolis tomorrow am at top ten so at 9 will see what me and mom get

Should be fun she has never been in a bourbon line

Chainsaw13 · 12-20-2023, 09:29 PM

Cracked open the OFSiBBP. The nose reminds me of buttered French toast with maple syrup. Not shabby for a neck pour.

Beagleone · 12-21-2023, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Black Coral

Well midwinter night dram and two bottle high west bundle dropping in Minneapolis tomorrow am at top ten so at 9 will see what me and mom get

Should be fun she has never been in a bourbon line

Oh that will be fun. Hopefully she enjoys it.

Beagleone · 12-21-2023, 12:09 AM

We are not sure about the annual massive New Year's Eve Eve drop from Saz/BT and Spec's this year. The social media guy from the main store has let it be known he is not in the loop for this year's potential drop. My telegram group is saying it will move from the main Dallas store to one close to my office and corporate apartment. How big and what will be available, we have not heard yet. Last year, the party started 5 days earlier and there was several thousand in line. I avoid it if possible, but with a bed/show/toilet within striking distance, I might consider it if the rumor is true.

stearns · 12-21-2023, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Beagleone

We are not sure about the annual massive New Year's Eve Eve drop from Saz/BT and Spec's this year. The social media guy from the main store has let it be known he is not in the loop for this year's potential drop. My telegram group is saying it will move from the main Dallas store to one close to my office and corporate apartment. How big and what will be available, we have not heard yet. Last year, the party started 5 days earlier and there was several thousand in line. I avoid it if possible, but with a bed/show/toilet within striking distance, I might consider it if the rumor is true.

Always sounds like a fun time, but even with decent weather I'm not gonna be waiting days, especially not for store picks even if it's a whole lot of all the good ones. I'm hoping to score something shiny that makes me feel like the numb toes were worth it

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Originally Posted by Black Coral

Should be fun she has never been in a bourbon line

In my experience there are two very different ways it can go when somebody else sees this side of the hobby. I'll never forget the thanksgiving drop when a guy brought his girlfriend, got there 5 minutes before they opened so he was about 300 people back, then she pulls out her phone to make a video calling everybody there plus her boyfriend an idiot for waiting for bourbon. I can't imagine it was worth the day full of ridicule for a consolation bottle of Eagle Rare

stearns · 12-21-2023, 07:13 AM

Tony have you seen any Blanton's Gold store picks? I've got a friend in Texas that got one and said there were a few other stores around that had them, first I'd heard of them but he said it was delicious

Black Coral · 12-21-2023, 09:44 AM

Well very civilized, skipped the mid winters since they offered me an Elmer t with a anejo cincorro bundle and mom and old ritz 17 with a casa azul

stearns · 12-21-2023, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Black Coral

Well very civilized, skipped the mid winters since they offered me an Elmer t with a anejo cincorro bundle and mom and old ritz 17 with a casa azul

Double Jackpot!

icehog3 · 12-21-2023, 10:06 AM

Great scores, John!

Glad the OF is good, Bob.

Ben, out-crazy them all for sure!

Beagleone · 12-21-2023, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Black Coral

Well very civilized, skipped the mid winters since they offered me an Elmer t with a anejo cincorro bundle and mom and old ritz 17 with a casa azul

Good score!

Beagleone · 12-21-2023, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by stearns

Tony have you seen any Blanton's Gold store picks? I've got a friend in Texas that got one and said there were a few other stores around that had them, first I'd heard of them but he said it was delicious

I haven't seen it, but I haven't been looking for Blantons either. I have plenty as is. I picked up a Gold earlier this year. I should check to see if it was a SP or not.

Chainsaw13 · 12-21-2023, 02:22 PM

Did a little hunting while I was out Xmas shopping. As usual, my local store comes thru.

Looks like they’re putting out various HTF bottles. There was another one I wanted but it was a limit of one. So I had a friend stop by after work. Snagged me a Bookers 2022-01.

stearns · 12-21-2023, 02:43 PM

icehog3 · 12-21-2023, 02:46 PM

Some more nice pickups, Bob.

Chainsaw13 · 12-21-2023, 03:05 PM

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Some more nice pickups, Bob.

Pretty much.

12-20-2023, 10:00 AM	#3702
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,284 Trading: (60)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! 130+ proof, nice Bob! I received a bottle from one Mr. Ben Stearns yesterday...also 13+ proof and right in my wheelhouse. Thank you Ben ! __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

12-20-2023, 02:35 PM	#3703
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,180 Trading: (96)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! I’m hoping it’s good, Tom. He wasn’t pouring samples. But I’ve enjoyed most of their store picks so far. Oh, he offered to sell me a Whistle Pig 21 year Beholden, at msrp ($800). Ouch. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

12-20-2023, 06:42 PM	#3706
Black Coral Have My Own Room Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: John Location: Midland Texas Posts: 2,253 Trading: (11)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Well midwinter night dram and two bottle high west bundle dropping in Minneapolis tomorrow am at top ten so at 9 will see what me and mom get Should be fun she has never been in a bourbon line

12-20-2023, 09:29 PM	#3707
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,180 Trading: (96)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Cracked open the OFSiBBP. The nose reminds me of buttered French toast with maple syrup. Not shabby for a neck pour. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

12-21-2023, 12:09 AM	#3709
Beagleone Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Between here and there Posts: 830 Trading: (18)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! We are not sure about the annual massive New Year's Eve Eve drop from Saz/BT and Spec's this year. The social media guy from the main store has let it be known he is not in the loop for this year's potential drop. My telegram group is saying it will move from the main Dallas store to one close to my office and corporate apartment. How big and what will be available, we have not heard yet. Last year, the party started 5 days earlier and there was several thousand in line. I avoid it if possible, but with a bed/show/toilet within striking distance, I might consider it if the rumor is true. __________________ Whoever said "laughter is the best medicine" didn't have gonorrhea.

12-21-2023, 07:13 AM	#3711
stearns Dogbert Consultant Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ben Location: Park Hill Posts: 5,386 Trading: (50)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Tony have you seen any Blanton's Gold store picks? I've got a friend in Texas that got one and said there were a few other stores around that had them, first I'd heard of them but he said it was delicious __________________ "Ignoring all the racket of conventional reality" - Keller Williams

12-21-2023, 09:44 AM	#3712
Black Coral Have My Own Room Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: John Location: Midland Texas Posts: 2,253 Trading: (11)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Well very civilized, skipped the mid winters since they offered me an Elmer t with a anejo cincorro bundle and mom and old ritz 17 with a casa azul

12-21-2023, 10:06 AM	#3714
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,284 Trading: (60)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Great scores, John! Glad the OF is good, Bob. Ben, out-crazy them all for sure! __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

12-21-2023, 02:22 PM	#3717
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,180 Trading: (96)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Did a little hunting while I was out Xmas shopping. As usual, my local store comes thru. Looks like they’re putting out various HTF bottles. There was another one I wanted but it was a limit of one. So I had a friend stop by after work. Snagged me a Bookers 2022-01. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

12-21-2023, 02:43 PM	#3718
stearns Dogbert Consultant Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ben Location: Park Hill Posts: 5,386 Trading: (50)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! __________________ "Ignoring all the racket of conventional reality" - Keller Williams

12-21-2023, 02:46 PM	#3719
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,284 Trading: (60)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Some more nice pickups, Bob. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!