The Bourbon Thread!! - Page 45

McSmokey · 01-03-2011, 10:14 PM

#1 George T Stagg 143 proof
#2 Bakers 107 proof
#3 Eagle Rare SB 90 proof

Ken · 01-04-2011, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by BengalMan

Had a nice haul this week. Bottle of Van Winkle 12, 15, and the 107 proof. I can't get enough of the 12.

Showoff!

I made a run to Party Source the other day just for some VW12. I picked up others as well, but those were just collateral damage. I just needed another one of those bottles to hang onto for a bit.

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Originally Posted by ODLS1

Having a Weller 12yr pour right now. Weller is so underrated.

I haven't had the 12yr, though based on their other bottles and prices I can only image it is more than worth the cost. Great bourbons for a generous price tag.

Steve · 01-05-2011, 01:11 PM

My wife gave me a bottle of Wodford for Christmas...I approve!

Powers · 01-06-2011, 07:26 PM

Nice catch Steve! Class doesn't start still Wednesday so I picked up a handle of Ezra Brooks 90 proof today in case i get bored

Steve · 01-06-2011, 08:04 PM

That sounds like a good way to get ready for class Michael!

McSmokey · 01-06-2011, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by UFPowersmoker320

Nice catch Steve! Class doesn't start still Wednesday so I picked up a handle of Ezra Brooks 90 proof today in case i get bored

That will definitely help pass the time.

McSmokey · 01-07-2011, 02:28 PM

2010 WLW and ER17 being shipped to my door tomorrow so hopefully I'll have it by the end of next week.

76GTFan · 01-07-2011, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by akakirby

I was just wondering if any knows if Pappy Van Winkle sells any of there Bourbon in the little airplane sized bottles, I would love to try some but cannot afford to buy a whole bottle, any of you all ever seen them?

I also got a set of Whisky stones for Christmas I cannot wait to try out!

http://www.teroforma.com/Set_of_9_Wh...nes_20187.html

That is friggin sweet!

You have inspired me to order some. Dint think I will buy the 30 dollar glasses however.

76GTFan · 01-07-2011, 06:54 PM

Can I get some opinions?

What do you guys prefer, Buffalo Trace or Willetts?
Haven't had the Willetts, but don't want to fork the cash 1st tasting.

McSmokey · 01-07-2011, 07:31 PM

Never had Willetts but BT is good neat or mixed.

JohnnyFlake · 01-07-2011, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by McSmokey

Never had Willetts but BT is good neat or mixed.

BT is quite decent, never had Willetts.

shark · 01-08-2011, 01:05 PM

...must stop reading this thread! Don't need any more ODO!!!!!!

Matt-N-Ga · 01-08-2011, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 76GTFan

Can I get some opinions?

What do you guys prefer, Buffalo Trace or Willetts?
Haven't had the Willetts, but don't want to fork the cash 1st tasting.

This question entirely depends on your personal tastes. To me, Willetts carries a more Rye flavor that up until recently, I was not a fan of.

The Buffalo Trace, hands down my favorite everyday bourbon. But like I said about the Wlletts, thats for me.

If you can only get one, Id say get the BT first. Then next time get the Willetts. Chances are you'll like them both.

RevSmoke · 01-08-2011, 05:53 PM

Buffalo Trace is excellent, but I haven't had the Willetts, so I cannot speak to the comparison.

RevSmoke · 01-08-2011, 05:56 PM

Got some Eagle Rare over Christmas. I like it!

01-08-2011, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 76GTFan

Can I get some opinions?

What do you guys prefer, Buffalo Trace or Willetts?
Haven't had the Willetts, but don't want to fork the cash 1st tasting.

This question is not easy to answer. Kentucky Bourbon Distillers does not yet have an operating still. They will have one ready to start in the near future. They have been buying whiskey from other distillers and aging it in their warehouses. The source of the whiskey is not made public.

They sell barrels and bottle the contents under the Willett label. They include proof, barrel number, bottle number, and the name of the purchaser on a separate label. I have bottles of 4, 6, 7, 12, 17, and 18 year old bourbons that were barrel proof and not chill filtered. I have Willett Rye that is 22 years old, barrel proof, and not chill filtered. The best bourbon with the Willett's label that I ever had was a 12 year sold by The Party Source in Bellvue, KY a few years ago. The Party Source has a few special Willett releases.

The Rye that I have is from barrels purchased by a few friends. The Rye is outstanding.

Compared to their special barrel-proof, non-chill filtered bourbons the bourbon in the pot-still bottle is mediocre.

01-08-2011, 07:23 PM

Enjoying a pour of Blantons this evening. SMOOOOOOTH. Thinking about a little Wild Turkey for a nightcap.

J.W.

McSmokey · 01-10-2011, 09:09 AM

Why am I one of four people in this god forsaken building when the university is closed? All I had to say was "The roads are impassable between me and the highway" and would be at home with some Baker's to warm my insides, but no I am here working away getting that double time and a half.

Steve · 01-10-2011, 10:03 AM

Dedicated man there Justin

rizzle · 01-10-2011, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by McSmokey

Why am I one of four people in this god forsaken building when the university is closed? All I had to say was "The roads are impassable between me and the highway" and would be at home with some Baker's to warm my insides, but no I am here working away getting that double time and a half.

Snow in T-town?

01-03-2011, 10:14 PM	#881
McSmokey Feeling at Home Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Justin Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 948 Trading: (30)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! #1 George T Stagg 143 proof #2 Bakers 107 proof #3 Eagle Rare SB 90 proof __________________ "Although personally I am quite content with existing explosives, I feel we must not stand in the path of improvement." Winston Churchill

01-05-2011, 01:11 PM	#883
Steve Dad Jokester Supreme Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Steve Location: 17 R 435648 3354895 Posts: 7,715 Trading: (6)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! My wife gave me a bottle of Wodford for Christmas...I approve! __________________ ...So don't sit upon the shoreline and say you're satisfied, Choose to chance the rapids and dare to dance that tide

01-06-2011, 07:26 PM	#884
Powers Swamp Ash member in exile Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Posts: 2,283 Trading: (17)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Nice catch Steve! Class doesn't start still Wednesday so I picked up a handle of Ezra Brooks 90 proof today in case i get bored __________________ "There is true glory and true honor: the glory of duty done, the honor of integrity and principle" - Robert E. Lee

01-06-2011, 08:04 PM	#885
Steve Dad Jokester Supreme Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Steve Location: 17 R 435648 3354895 Posts: 7,715 Trading: (6)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! That sounds like a good way to get ready for class Michael! __________________ ...So don't sit upon the shoreline and say you're satisfied, Choose to chance the rapids and dare to dance that tide

01-07-2011, 02:28 PM	#887
McSmokey Feeling at Home Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Justin Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 948 Trading: (30)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! 2010 WLW and ER17 being shipped to my door tomorrow so hopefully I'll have it by the end of next week. __________________ "Although personally I am quite content with existing explosives, I feel we must not stand in the path of improvement." Winston Churchill

01-07-2011, 06:54 PM	#889
76GTFan Full Blown Section 8 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Atlanta Posts: 503 Trading: (9)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Can I get some opinions? What do you guys prefer, Buffalo Trace or Willetts? Haven't had the Willetts, but don't want to fork the cash 1st tasting.

01-07-2011, 07:31 PM	#890
McSmokey Feeling at Home Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Justin Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 948 Trading: (30)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Never had Willetts but BT is good neat or mixed. __________________ "Although personally I am quite content with existing explosives, I feel we must not stand in the path of improvement." Winston Churchill

01-08-2011, 01:05 PM	#892
shark Cigar Smokin' Patriot Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Ron Location: Michigan Posts: 3,563 Trading: (0)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! ...must stop reading this thread! Don't need any more ODO!!!!!! __________________ Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery None but ourselves can free our minds

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RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,848 Trading: (51)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Buffalo Trace is excellent, but I haven't had the Willetts, so I cannot speak to the comparison. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

01-08-2011, 05:56 PM	#895
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,848 Trading: (51)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Got some Eagle Rare over Christmas. I like it! __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

01-08-2011, 07:23 PM	#897
J.W. Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Enjoying a pour of Blantons this evening. SMOOOOOOTH. Thinking about a little Wild Turkey for a nightcap. J.W.

01-10-2011, 09:09 AM	#898
McSmokey Feeling at Home Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Justin Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 948 Trading: (30)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Why am I one of four people in this god forsaken building when the university is closed? All I had to say was "The roads are impassable between me and the highway" and would be at home with some Baker's to warm my insides, but no I am here working away getting that double time and a half. __________________ "Although personally I am quite content with existing explosives, I feel we must not stand in the path of improvement." Winston Churchill

01-10-2011, 10:03 AM	#899
Steve Dad Jokester Supreme Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Steve Location: 17 R 435648 3354895 Posts: 7,715 Trading: (6)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Dedicated man there Justin __________________ ...So don't sit upon the shoreline and say you're satisfied, Choose to chance the rapids and dare to dance that tide