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01-29-2018, 05:35 AM
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Had some friends over Saturday night and did a bourbon tasting for them.
I laid out 6 samples for each person, from "harshest" to sweetest in plastic shot glasses, had them sample each one neat then add a couple drops of water and try again. I had them give each one a score out of 100.
The offerings were, in order:
Henry McKenna 10 year
Evan Williams Single Barrel
Elijah Craig Small Batch
IW Harper bourbon
Russels Reserve 10 year
Eagle Rare
One guy picked IW Harper and both ladies picked Eagle Rare. Kind of surprised nobody liked Russells as I find it the most vanilla and sweet of the group.
I laid out 6 samples for each person, from "harshest" to sweetest in plastic shot glasses, had them sample each one neat then add a couple drops of water and try again. I had them give each one a score out of 100.
The offerings were, in order:
Henry McKenna 10 year
Evan Williams Single Barrel
Elijah Craig Small Batch
IW Harper bourbon
Russels Reserve 10 year
Eagle Rare
One guy picked IW Harper and both ladies picked Eagle Rare. Kind of surprised nobody liked Russells as I find it the most vanilla and sweet of the group.
01-29-2018, 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted By Firefightn24⏩
Did a case study in college with something similar to this with wine. When the US got big into wine a decade or two ago, it started really killing the Europe wine industry because the US didn't have the same stringent laws on how you had to do things. Add to that the newer generations don't give a phuck as much about where it's from, but instead just care if it tastes good.Depends. These days it's getting harder and harder to use the region as an idea to the flavor profile. These days Scotland has more distillery opening every year. They have something like 90 already, with 10 or so set to open next year. Mind you that Scotland has the population of Colorado. They're pushing out liquor as fast as they can just like the distillers we have in the U.S. They're trying new things (as much as they can with the super strict rules for Scotches) which is changing how we can really look at the regions they come from.
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01-29-2018, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
Exactly. Craft beer is the same way. Styles are much less tied to regions/Nations than in the pastDid a case study in college with something similar to this with wine. When the US got big into wine a decade or two ago, it started really killing the Europe wine industry because the US didn't have the same stringent laws on how you had to do things. Add to that the newer generations don't give a phuck as much about where it's from, but instead just care if it tastes good.
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01-29-2018, 08:15 AM
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Buddy gave me a bottle of Four Roses sat night...I'm definitely more of a scotch, but I enjoyed it for sure
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01-29-2018, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted By ChknFrydMFer⏩
Four Roses Single Barrel is my favorite bourbon.Buddy gave me a bottle of Four Roses sat night...I'm definitely more of a scotch, but I enjoyed it for sure
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01-29-2018, 08:38 AM
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Originally Posted By MrBourbon⏩
Yup. Much more about what tastes good.Exactly. Craft beer is the same way. Styles are much less tied to regions/Nations than in the past
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01-29-2018, 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted By Kiefer
I had the Small Batch...Wild Turkey Rare Breed is my #1 at the momentFour Roses Single Barrel is my favorite bourbon.
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02-01-2018, 01:38 PM
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02-01-2018, 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted By sloop⏩
Fukken lol. This is why I keep my mouth shut about Weller - it's such a deal right now, it can't last.Finally got to try Weller Antique 107 at the local watering hole today.
Not bad, but I got ass raped paying $15 for a 1oz pour when a full bottle is only around $35.
Not bad, but I got ass raped paying $15 for a 1oz pour when a full bottle is only around $35.

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02-01-2018, 01:43 PM
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It may have already been mentioned, but I highly recommend Blade and Bow. It's made in the famous Stitzer-Weller distillery where a lot of the Pappy Van Winkles were produced. One of my favorite bourbons I've had personally and you should see it on the shelf for ~$49.99.
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02-01-2018, 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted By MrBourbon⏩
It's impossible to find in stores, and today was the first time I've ever seen it behind a bar anywhere. It's a fiery drink for a wheated bourbon, felt like an awful lot of cinnamon.Fukken lol. This is why I keep my mouth shut about Weller - it's such a deal right now, it can't last.
02-09-2018, 12:34 PM
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Have you guys tried any of the new variations of Jameson?
Curious if any of them are worth checking out.
Irish Whiskey's will be going on sale soon with St. Patrick's Day around the corner.
Curious if any of them are worth checking out.
Irish Whiskey's will be going on sale soon with St. Patrick's Day around the corner.
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02-09-2018, 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted By Kiefer
Caskmates is ok. They don't have that much complexity compared to a scotch or a bourbon - Irish Whiskeys are smooth above all else. I always have one on the shelf for smooth sipping but I don't personally think any of them are super complex.Have you guys tried any of the new variations of Jameson?
Curious if any of them are worth checking out.
Irish Whiskey's will be going on sale soon with St. Patrick's Day around the corner.
Curious if any of them are worth checking out.
Irish Whiskey's will be going on sale soon with St. Patrick's Day around the corner.
I love Jamesons and a buddy got me a Jameson's 18 year for Christmas and it was... just ok. Like "ok, this is really, really, really damn smooth, but that's it."
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02-10-2018, 07:29 AM
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First time trying and finding an airplane bottle of Knob Creek and it isn't bad at all.
Might pick up a fifth sometime.
I can't see it as a cocktail bourbon, more of a sipping.
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02-20-2018, 10:47 PM
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I am trying out more Cognac and Scotch. I want to be known as more than just the whiskey and coke brah
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picked up a bottle of this the other week, pretty good and a nice add to my meager collection


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Couple recent pick ups. Cracked open the Four Roses last night, and really like it. I like it more at home now than I did tasting it at the distillery a couple weeks ago.
Also, for $12 the Heaven Hill is excellent. It amazes me something so cheap can be so good.



Also, for $12 the Heaven Hill is excellent. It amazes me something so cheap can be so good.



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02-21-2018, 06:12 AM
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Originally Posted By MrBourbon⏩
it's already gone around hereFukken lol. This is why I keep my mouth shut about Weller - it's such a deal right now, it can't last.
on allocation just like all the other buff trace stuff
there might be a law coming that changes that somehow - we'll see
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02-21-2018, 07:23 AM
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Originally Posted By rtm0004⏩
Just checked the shelves this weekend and it was gone - along with Blanton's! Blanton's drifted from $50 to $60 over the past few years but you could still get it... evidently it sells out everywhere now, down here at least.it's already gone around here
on allocation just like all the other buff trace stuff
there might be a law coming that changes that somehow - we'll see
on allocation just like all the other buff trace stuff
there might be a law coming that changes that somehow - we'll see
Picked up a bottle of Basil Hayden's this weekend, since I hadn't had before, or at least had no memory of what it's like. I should have googled it first - the stuff is VERY smooth and sippable, but does not have much of the complexity or flavors that I personally like in my whiskey. I wouldn't say it's "bland" or "beginner" but it's... just okay, and at $50 for a bottle there are far better choices.
Still haven't tried the OGD 114, will try and track a bottle down since you all seem to love it and I like 80 proof OGD.
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02-21-2018, 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted By MrBourbon⏩
Basil Hayden's is always a safe choice and for some reason is usually stocked in restaurants that don't really keep a lot of bourbonsJust checked the shelves this weekend and it was gone - along with Blanton's! Blanton's drifted from $50 to $60 over the past few years but you could still get it... evidently it sells out everywhere now, down here at least.
Picked up a bottle of Basil Hayden's this weekend, since I hadn't had before, or at least had no memory of what it's like. I should have googled it first - the stuff is VERY smooth and sippable, but does not have much of the complexity or flavors that I personally like in my whiskey. I wouldn't say it's "bland" or "beginner" but it's... just okay, and at $50 for a bottle there are far better choices.
Still haven't tried the OGD 114, will try and track a bottle down since you all seem to love it and I like 80 proof OGD.
Picked up a bottle of Basil Hayden's this weekend, since I hadn't had before, or at least had no memory of what it's like. I should have googled it first - the stuff is VERY smooth and sippable, but does not have much of the complexity or flavors that I personally like in my whiskey. I wouldn't say it's "bland" or "beginner" but it's... just okay, and at $50 for a bottle there are far better choices.
Still haven't tried the OGD 114, will try and track a bottle down since you all seem to love it and I like 80 proof OGD.
seems to always be readily available in stores too
you want more complex in that price range I'd give Booker's a try if you haven't before
not a fan of OGD, never had the 114 though
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02-21-2018, 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted By rtm0004⏩
Don't get me wrong, it's not BAD, but it's a $30 bottle not a $60 one. I'd rather have two bottles of eagle rare, know what I mean?Basil Hayden's is always a safe choice and for some reason is usually stocked in restaurants that don't really keep a lot of bourbons
seems to always be readily available in stores too
you want more complex in that price range I'd give Booker's a try if you haven't before
not a fan of OGD, never had the 114 though
seems to always be readily available in stores too
you want more complex in that price range I'd give Booker's a try if you haven't before
not a fan of OGD, never had the 114 though
Agree on Booker's, its my favorite Beam bottle. I was on a Knob Creek kick for a while but Booker's stole the #1 spot from it.
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I just picked this up at Costco.
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Just reviewed through this whole thread as I'm throwing my brother's bachelor party in a few weeks. Obviously going to pick up beer etc and some 1.75's for mixing, but going to nail down a few bottles for sipping/tasting as well.
Eagle Rare
Tincup
Woodford Reserve
Four Roses
Buffalo Trace
_________
_________
_________
Fill in some blanks for me? Trying to get a variety.
Also,
Bro loves Glenfiddich so myself and his best friend are going to chip in to get him a nice bottle ($100-$120 price point) as a gift. Suggestions?
Eagle Rare
Tincup
Woodford Reserve
Four Roses
Buffalo Trace
_________
_________
_________
Fill in some blanks for me? Trying to get a variety.
Also,
Bro loves Glenfiddich so myself and his best friend are going to chip in to get him a nice bottle ($100-$120 price point) as a gift. Suggestions?
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Originally Posted By MrBourbon⏩
Bookers is my favorite. Love it by itself and imo its the best for cocktails especially old fashioneds because they can be a little sweet sometimes. The high alc content gives the OF a lot of balance.Don't get me wrong, it's not BAD, but it's a $30 bottle not a $60 one. I'd rather have two bottles of eagle rare, know what I mean?
Agree on Booker's, its my favorite Beam bottle. I was on a Knob Creek kick for a while but Booker's stole the #1 spot from it.
Agree on Booker's, its my favorite Beam bottle. I was on a Knob Creek kick for a while but Booker's stole the #1 spot from it.
First post here. Im in the restaurant industry and have been for years so ive tried a ton of this chit. Agree w opinion on Basil Hayden as well.
Love Bookers, Knob, Woodford, Makers 46, Angels Envy, Four Roses, Blantons. Bookers is my go to though.
Trying to break into the petey scotch department. If anyone has any suggestions other than laphroiag lmk
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02-22-2018, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted By ChknFrydMFer⏩
Four Roses single barrel is fantastic.Buddy gave me a bottle of Four Roses sat night...I'm definitely more of a scotch, but I enjoyed it for sure
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02-22-2018, 08:32 PM
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Glenfidich 18Just reviewed through this whole thread as I'm throwing my brother's bachelor party in a few weeks. Obviously going to pick up beer etc and some 1.75's for mixing, but going to nail down a few bottles for sipping/tasting as well.
Eagle Rare
Tincup
Woodford Reserve
Four Roses
Buffalo Trace
_________
_________
_________
Fill in some blanks for me? Trying to get a variety.
Also,
Bro loves Glenfiddich so myself and his best friend are going to chip in to get him a nice bottle ($100-$120 price point) as a gift. Suggestions?
Eagle Rare
Tincup
Woodford Reserve
Four Roses
Buffalo Trace
_________
_________
_________
Fill in some blanks for me? Trying to get a variety.
Also,
Bro loves Glenfiddich so myself and his best friend are going to chip in to get him a nice bottle ($100-$120 price point) as a gift. Suggestions?
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02-22-2018, 10:58 PM
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Originally Posted By PeaceWithin⏩
Throw in a cheapie $10 wild card bourbon, this Ancient Age is incredible and super cheap. I bet you'll be surprised how it stacks up against spirits 3-4x the price! Only $10.10 here in Ohio for a 750ml!Just reviewed through this whole thread as I'm throwing my brother's bachelor party in a few weeks. Obviously going to pick up beer etc and some 1.75's for mixing, but going to nail down a few bottles for sipping/tasting as well.
Eagle Rare
Tincup
Woodford Reserve
Four Roses
Buffalo Trace
_________
_________
_________
Fill in some blanks for me? Trying to get a variety.
Also,
Bro loves Glenfiddich so myself and his best friend are going to chip in to get him a nice bottle ($100-$120 price point) as a gift. Suggestions?
Eagle Rare
Tincup
Woodford Reserve
Four Roses
Buffalo Trace
_________
_________
_________
Fill in some blanks for me? Trying to get a variety.
Also,
Bro loves Glenfiddich so myself and his best friend are going to chip in to get him a nice bottle ($100-$120 price point) as a gift. Suggestions?
It's on the sweet side, so I bet most people enjoy it.

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