Russellc
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Nope, Hyvee grocery store. 1.75 is low-mid 30s. I am talking the basic 90 proof stuff. Larceny was 19,99.
Russellc
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Nope, Hyvee grocery store. 1.75 is low-mid 30s. I am talking the basic 90 proof stuff. Larceny was 19,99.
Russellc
So, many of us will want to make it to KC MO and stock up. But then crossing state lines stocked up is illegal.
swamppirate
Lunatic Member
Gave Bowman Brothers small batch a try this past weekend. Very good pour at a modest price!
Russellc
Addicted Member
Inexpensive (or should be) Bourbon Comparison
Compared some Bourbon today, nothing fancy just off the shelf choices:
The Jeffersons was disappointing, costing far more than its worth. The Larceny was OK, had some off tastes Ive commented on previously, but at its price point, acceptable. The Evan Williams Single barrel was worth the money, way cheaper than the Jeffersons and MUCH better. The winners were the Old Grand dad 114, (for what it is) and No 1 here was the Old Bardstown 100 proof.
Tasting was officiated over by Boy Einstein the Cat. The older (the picture not the cat) Kitten pic is from my 2010 F-5 build in DIY forum here.
http://www.audiokarma.org/forums/showpost.php?p=3728117&postcount=243
Russellc
Compared some Bourbon today, nothing fancy just off the shelf choices:
The Jeffersons was disappointing, costing far more than its worth. The Larceny was OK, had some off tastes Ive commented on previously, but at its price point, acceptable. The Evan Williams Single barrel was worth the money, way cheaper than the Jeffersons and MUCH better. The winners were the Old Grand dad 114, (for what it is) and No 1 here was the Old Bardstown 100 proof.
Tasting was officiated over by Boy Einstein the Cat. The older (the picture not the cat) Kitten pic is from my 2010 F-5 build in DIY forum here.
http://www.audiokarma.org/forums/showpost.php?p=3728117&postcount=243
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Broke down & purchased some Glencairne glasses off Amazon. Designed for sipping your whiskey neat, I got tired of taking down the brandy snifters. First I poured some Old Weller Antique, the glass does concentrate the aromas, as promised. I then rinsed out the glass and poured in some Bernheim Wheat Whiskey. That might have the softest mouth feel of any whiskey I have tried. I have to say I enjoyed using the glass, although I wish it was slightly larger, although that would only increase my consumption.
I was also able to acquire, through a buddy of mine, some Willett Pot Still @ $38 & a bottle of Weller Special Reserve 1.75ml @ $30, they were out of both W.L. Weller 12 year & "Antique". Adding some depth to the bunker.
I was also able to acquire, through a buddy of mine, some Willett Pot Still @ $38 & a bottle of Weller Special Reserve 1.75ml @ $30, they were out of both W.L. Weller 12 year & "Antique". Adding some depth to the bunker.
RT Fan, That might be what I bought a few years back. It is posted somewhere, but darned if I can find it.
That is just the way to sample Weller 12. (have a 1.75L that I have had 3 drinks from)
Is "the softest mouth feel" a good thing or bad thing?
That is just the way to sample Weller 12. (have a 1.75L that I have had 3 drinks from)
Is "the softest mouth feel" a good thing or bad thing?
robert_kc
Super Member
I've drank Jack Daniels for many years, but in the past few months I've tried about a dozen different whiskeys - mostly bourbons. I don't think I've found one that I don't like, but here's the ones that I like most (thus far):
Wild Turkey Rare Breed is good when I want something more "bold".
Unfortunately some of the other brands discussed in this thread, like Pappy Van Winkle, aren't available where I live.
I think it's like wine (or tube amps) - they all taste (sound) a little different - it just depends on what I'm in the mood for.
- Four Roses Single Barrel
- Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit
- Jefferson's Reserve
- Elijah Craig Small Batch 12 yo
Wild Turkey Rare Breed is good when I want something more "bold".
Unfortunately some of the other brands discussed in this thread, like Pappy Van Winkle, aren't available where I live.
I think it's like wine (or tube amps) - they all taste (sound) a little different - it just depends on what I'm in the mood for.
The Four Roses Single Barrel gets a lot of good press here. I'm going to have to try it.
Thanks, I'll go shopping this week.
Russellc
Addicted Member
I've tried a few bottles of that Wheat Whiskey, I found it rather pleasant.
Made just the way Bourbon is, just no corn.
Russellc
robert_kc
Super Member
Yesterday I bought a bottle of Woodford Reserve Distillers Select (90.4 proof) on sale for $31.95. I’ve tried it a couple of times, and it’s nice, but thus far it’s not one of my favorites. Just not enough character for me. Of course I need to be fair and give it another try.
Right now I’m sipping a glass of Buffalo Trace (90) on the rocks, based on recommendations in this thread. I think that it’s a nice, easy drinking bourbon. I don’t remember what I paid for the Buffalo Trace - however yesterday I bought Four Roses Single Barrel (100) for $34.98 – and I think that the Four Roses Single Barrel is well worth the extra bucks.
Based on only a few months of taste comparisons - (I know some here have been comparing bourbons for years) - The Four Roses Single Barrel is still my favorite thus far.
I’m currently out of Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit (101). It’s difficult to find where I live. But I’m definitely going to buy another bottle when I find it. I recall it being very enjoyable – though it’s more expensive. Any thoughts on this one?
Right now I’m sipping a glass of Buffalo Trace (90) on the rocks, based on recommendations in this thread. I think that it’s a nice, easy drinking bourbon. I don’t remember what I paid for the Buffalo Trace - however yesterday I bought Four Roses Single Barrel (100) for $34.98 – and I think that the Four Roses Single Barrel is well worth the extra bucks.
Based on only a few months of taste comparisons - (I know some here have been comparing bourbons for years) - The Four Roses Single Barrel is still my favorite thus far.
I’m currently out of Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit (101). It’s difficult to find where I live. But I’m definitely going to buy another bottle when I find it. I recall it being very enjoyable – though it’s more expensive. Any thoughts on this one?
swamppirate
Lunatic Member
Alright I'm going off the reservation but Old Grandad 100 proof bonded is pretty damn good.
Russellc
Addicted Member
Russellc
Addicted Member
Agreed on the Woodford. Also agreed on the Buffalo Trace, Which I find superior.
MaxxVolume
Lunatic Member
Currently sipping a bit of Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage (86 proof). Each bottle is date-tagged, this one spent 10 years in the oak before bottling.
Pretty tasty stuff for just under $30....:thmbsp:
Pretty tasty stuff for just under $30....:thmbsp:
RUM! and Louavllllle!!!
YUM in Louisville for years, KFC started it.
Now Bacardi is buying Angles Envy.....
""Bacardi buys Louisville-based Angel's Envy""
http://www.courier-journal.com/stor...i-buys-louisville-based-angels-envy/70667292/
Barney
YUM in Louisville for years, KFC started it.
Now Bacardi is buying Angles Envy.....
""Bacardi buys Louisville-based Angel's Envy""
http://www.courier-journal.com/stor...i-buys-louisville-based-angels-envy/70667292/
Barney
Theophilus Punoval
The Queen says it's OK...
I'm insanely cheap, so I'm drinking Evan Williams, the kind with the black label.
