The Bourbon Thread!! - Page 70

NPRCHRISTOS · 07-21-2013, 07:56 AM

Just tried JD single barrel. Very smooth and goes well with an Oliva V!!

Col. Kurtz · 07-21-2013, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

Well how was it?

Not buying again. Buy buffalo trace or old weller 107. Much better. I prefer Devil's Cut, 7yo white label, or JB Black, but I prefer JB anyway....

08-01-2013, 12:03 PM

Anyone know where I could pick up a bottle of Elijah Craig 18 Year?

Frodo · 08-08-2013, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by kickerb

Anyone know where I could pick up a bottle of Elijah Craig 18 Year?

I read it was being discontinued in favour of a 20yr expression at almost double the price. Pick up the dusties while you can...

proguy747 · 08-19-2013, 08:22 PM

Tried Stagg JR today.

Stay away. Way to hot and not even close to the real thing. Waste of money

smokin5 · 08-20-2013, 09:55 AM

Has anyone tried Watkins Select bourbon?
Normally runs about $20/750 ml, but I see Total Wine has it for $28/1.75 l,
so I'm tempted to pick some up.
Little leery, as it's only barrrel-aged 3 years.

If you've had any, what does it compare to?

5newmans · 08-20-2013, 11:13 AM

Has anyone tried the new Knob Creek Smoked Maple?

Sanitariumite · 08-20-2013, 11:28 AM

I'm deployed to the beautiful country of Afghanistan right now, and won't be back for another 8 months or so. I've decided to send my wife on a quest for THE bottle of bourbon that's going to be waiting to welcome me home (after she does, of course.) My question to all of you is: if it were you, what would be the bottle you'd choose? This will be my first taste of whiskey in close to a year, and I want something that's worth the wait. Something to blow my mind and tastebuds into a state of sweet bourbon-ey nirvana. So let's hear it, gents. What are your personal recommendations?

smokin5 · 08-20-2013, 01:54 PM

Bourbon's a subjective item (like cigars), but here's
a list of what was awarded 'gold' at July's
International Wine & Spirit Competition:

http://www.businessinsider.com/the-1...ca-2013-8?op=1

Good a place to start as any. Get one of each & pour a set!

MarkinAZ · 08-20-2013, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by smokin5

Bourbon's a subjective item (like cigars), but here's
a list of what was awarded 'gold' at July's
International Wine & Spirit Competition:

http://www.businessinsider.com/the-1...ca-2013-8?op=1

Good a place to start as any. Get one of each & pour a set!

The Hudson Baby Bourbon and the Hogs 3 Bourbon' look pretty interesting on that web site Eric...

RepoGenetic · 08-22-2013, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 5newmans

Has anyone tried the new Knob Creek Smoked Maple?

Haven't seen this one. Would try if it's not priced way higher than their other expressions. (like Woodford does)

Porch Dweller · 08-22-2013, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sanitariumite

I'm deployed to the beautiful country of Afghanistan right now, and won't be back for another 8 months or so. I've decided to send my wife on a quest for THE bottle of bourbon that's going to be waiting to welcome me home (after she does, of course.) My question to all of you is: if it were you, what would be the bottle you'd choose? This will be my first taste of whiskey in close to a year, and I want something that's worth the wait. Something to blow my mind and tastebuds into a state of sweet bourbon-ey nirvana. So let's hear it, gents. What are your personal recommendations?

Pappy Van Winkle. Get her started looking now as it'll probably take eight months to find a bottle.

Stay safe, and keep one in the chamber around the locals.

big pete · 08-24-2013, 12:30 PM

^^ Spoke to a local store that carries a lot of HTF stuff and they said the next shipment should be around December. Hoping to score a bottle for Xmas

Pick up a bottle of Angels Envy that was finished in Caribbean rum casks. Can't wait to dig into it. Tried a similar blend at the local cigar bar (that they blended themselves at AE) and it was really good. Whiskey up front with a sweet rum finish

mkarnold1 · 09-10-2013, 09:51 PM

Just sipped down a couple glasses of the Kirkland brand (Costco) bourbon, and I gotta say it's pretty damn good. If you're only into the fancy bourbons, like 4 roses or bulleit, you may not appreciate it. But for a Knob Creek fan like myself, this stuff rocks. For the record, I love 4 roses and have not tried Bulleit. Price tag on the Costco bourbon is $17 a liter and it's 103 proof. I tried the bourbon with a 2002 LGC mdo#3 which was an amazing smoke and may have improved the beverage it was paired with by virtue of how awesome it was.

SvilleKid · 09-10-2013, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by big pete

^^ Spoke to a local store that carries a lot of HTF stuff and they said the next shipment should be around December. Hoping to score a bottle for Xmas

Pick up a bottle of Angels Envy that was finished in Caribbean rum casks. Can't wait to dig into it. Tried a similar blend at the local cigar bar (that they blended themselves at AE) and it was really good. Whiskey up front with a sweet rum finish

Looking to try the Rye shown here. Have the bourbon, and it's very good! They do not sell this in Bama, and when I got mine in Knoxville, they only had the bourbon, and not the rye. Enjoy, and..... Stay Thirsty, My Friend

!!!

big pete · 09-11-2013, 12:23 AM

I think the store I picked it up from may still have a bottle. Let me know if you want me to pick it up for you (think it was around $90-95 after tax).

Blak Smyth · 09-16-2013, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by big pete

Woah didn't know they sold a rye!

RepoGenetic · 09-16-2013, 02:30 PM

Replenished my supply of Bulliet (reg and rye). Love the stuff.

Tredegar · 10-06-2013, 07:30 PM

While in Milwaukee this weekend I went ahead and bought a bottle of Russell's Reserve 10 year old. Nice nose, a bit tough on the tongue but pleasant flavors throughout. For 20 bucks a bottle a pretty good deal. If it were aged a bit more I believe it would be stellar.

MarkinAZ · 10-15-2013, 10:25 PM

Enjoying two fingers, well, maybe three fingers of Elmer T Lee neet this evening

07-21-2013, 07:56 AM	#1381
NPRCHRISTOS Pool side in paradise! Join Date: Jul 2012 First Name: chris Location: Tampa, FLA Posts: 58 Trading: (0)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Just tried JD single barrel. Very smooth and goes well with an Oliva V!!

08-01-2013, 12:03 PM	#1383
kickerb Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Anyone know where I could pick up a bottle of Elijah Craig 18 Year?

08-19-2013, 08:22 PM	#1385
proguy747 Hey hurry up! Join Date: Oct 2011 First Name: Marc Location: Orange County CA Posts: 87 Trading: (1)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Tried Stagg JR today. Stay away. Way to hot and not even close to the real thing. Waste of money __________________

08-20-2013, 09:55 AM	#1386
smokin5 Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the Mountaintop - AZ Posts: 2,002 Trading: (69)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Has anyone tried Watkins Select bourbon? Normally runs about $20/750 ml, but I see Total Wine has it for $28/1.75 l, so I'm tempted to pick some up. Little leery, as it's only barrrel-aged 3 years. If you've had any, what does it compare to? __________________ Pobody's Nerfect.

08-20-2013, 11:13 AM	#1387
5newmans Why is all the Rum Gone? Join Date: Aug 2012 First Name: James Location: Hillsboro, MO Posts: 74 Trading: (0)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Has anyone tried the new Knob Creek Smoked Maple?

08-20-2013, 11:28 AM	#1388
Sanitariumite Bloodied but unbowed Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Adam Location: Afghanistan Posts: 84 Trading: (0)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! I'm deployed to the beautiful country of Afghanistan right now, and won't be back for another 8 months or so. I've decided to send my wife on a quest for THE bottle of bourbon that's going to be waiting to welcome me home (after she does, of course.) My question to all of you is: if it were you, what would be the bottle you'd choose? This will be my first taste of whiskey in close to a year, and I want something that's worth the wait. Something to blow my mind and tastebuds into a state of sweet bourbon-ey nirvana. So let's hear it, gents. What are your personal recommendations? __________________ - INVICTUS -

08-20-2013, 01:54 PM	#1389
smokin5 Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the Mountaintop - AZ Posts: 2,002 Trading: (69)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Bourbon's a subjective item (like cigars), but here's a list of what was awarded 'gold' at July's International Wine & Spirit Competition: http://www.businessinsider.com/the-1...ca-2013-8?op=1 Good a place to start as any. Get one of each & pour a set! __________________ Pobody's Nerfect.

08-24-2013, 12:30 PM	#1393
big pete Going to the darkside.... Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,277 Trading: (20)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! ^^ Spoke to a local store that carries a lot of HTF stuff and they said the next shipment should be around December. Hoping to score a bottle for Xmas Pick up a bottle of Angels Envy that was finished in Caribbean rum casks. Can't wait to dig into it. Tried a similar blend at the local cigar bar (that they blended themselves at AE) and it was really good. Whiskey up front with a sweet rum finish

09-10-2013, 09:51 PM	#1394
mkarnold1 Skol Vikings! Join Date: Sep 2011 First Name: Mark Location: St. Charles, MN Posts: 1,015 Trading: (22)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Just sipped down a couple glasses of the Kirkland brand (Costco) bourbon, and I gotta say it's pretty damn good. If you're only into the fancy bourbons, like 4 roses or bulleit, you may not appreciate it. But for a Knob Creek fan like myself, this stuff rocks. For the record, I love 4 roses and have not tried Bulleit. Price tag on the Costco bourbon is $17 a liter and it's 103 proof. I tried the bourbon with a 2002 LGC mdo#3 which was an amazing smoke and may have improved the beverage it was paired with by virtue of how awesome it was. __________________ [Help out the troops!

09-11-2013, 12:23 AM	#1396
big pete Going to the darkside.... Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,277 Trading: (20)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! I think the store I picked it up from may still have a bottle. Let me know if you want me to pick it up for you (think it was around $90-95 after tax).

09-16-2013, 02:30 PM	#1398
RepoGenetic Budget Smoker Join Date: Jul 2013 First Name: Jeff Location: Blue Springs, MO Posts: 80 Trading: (0)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Replenished my supply of Bulliet (reg and rye). Love the stuff. __________________ When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. - HST

10-06-2013, 07:30 PM	#1399
Tredegar Sing along with me Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 670 Trading: (9)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! While in Milwaukee this weekend I went ahead and bought a bottle of Russell's Reserve 10 year old. Nice nose, a bit tough on the tongue but pleasant flavors throughout. For 20 bucks a bottle a pretty good deal. If it were aged a bit more I believe it would be stellar.

10-15-2013, 10:25 PM	#1400
MarkinAZ Formerly MarkinOR Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Sun City West, AZ Posts: 6,221 Trading: (40)	Re: The Bourbon Thread!! Enjoying two fingers, well, maybe three fingers of Elmer T Lee neet this evening __________________ "Don't worry, God will work out His plan for your life..." Psalm 138 8