Bourbon

[pappaf2]

A golf forum with a Bourbon thread. Now this is what I'm talking about.

 

Has anyone else tried the Maker's Private Select? Picked up a bottle at Total Wine here in Houston about a month ago. 110.3 proof, finished in Maker's 46, Roasted French Mocha, and Toasted French Spice oak finishing staves.

 

It's delicious, but packs quite a punch. Thinking I will need to save this one for when it cools down some this winter. Wondering if anyone else has seen this or tried it.

 

Also, I have been drinking Maker's for years now. It's my go to, as my usual drink is an Old Fashioned. Love the smoothness of it. What are some recommendations going into the fall and winter for a nice bourbon to sip neat or with a single cube on the patio as it cools down? Reading previous posts, I have marked down Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Angels Envy so far. Any recommendations?

 

Got some Blade & Bow as a gift for my birthday and it is really quite tasty.

[NCBankrolla]

Buffalo Trace is my favorite but I cannot find it here in NC. Anyone care to ship me a few bottles.

[Hilltopper413]

A golf forum with a Bourbon thread. Now this is what I'm talking about.

 

Has anyone else tried the Maker's Private Select? Picked up a bottle at Total Wine here in Houston about a month ago. 110.3 proof, finished in Maker's 46, Roasted French Mocha, and Toasted French Spice oak finishing staves.

 

It's delicious, but packs quite a punch. Thinking I will need to save this one for when it cools down some this winter. Wondering if anyone else has seen this or tried it.

 

Also, I have been drinking Maker's for years now. It's my go to, as my usual drink is an Old Fashioned. Love the smoothness of it. What are some recommendations going into the fall and winter for a nice bourbon to sip neat or with a single cube on the patio as it cools down? Reading previous posts, I have marked down Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Angels Envy so far. Any recommendations?

 

As a Kentuckian I feel I need to respond, but I always hesitate to make too many suggestions. I'm never sure what bourbon's are readily available in the shelves in other parts of the country. Luckily, almost everything can be found in and around Louisville as long as you know the right people or are diligent in your search. Having said that here are a few suggestions that I would think could be found most places (in no particular order):

 

Michter's American Whiskey

Noah's Mill

Blanton's

Angel's Envy

Elmer T. Lee (may be hard to find)

Four Roses Small Batch

Elijah Craig 12 year (the age Statement may be gone now)

Eagle Rare

[TexasGolfer91]

A golf forum with a Bourbon thread. Now this is what I'm talking about.

 

Has anyone else tried the Maker's Private Select? Picked up a bottle at Total Wine here in Houston about a month ago. 110.3 proof, finished in Maker's 46, Roasted French Mocha, and Toasted French Spice oak finishing staves.

 

It's delicious, but packs quite a punch. Thinking I will need to save this one for when it cools down some this winter. Wondering if anyone else has seen this or tried it.

 

Also, I have been drinking Maker's for years now. It's my go to, as my usual drink is an Old Fashioned. Love the smoothness of it. What are some recommendations going into the fall and winter for a nice bourbon to sip neat or with a single cube on the patio as it cools down? Reading previous posts, I have marked down Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Angels Envy so far. Any recommendations?

 

As a Kentuckian I feel I need to respond, but I always hesitate to make too many suggestions. I'm never sure what bourbon's are readily available in the shelves in other parts of the country. Luckily, almost everything can be found in and around Louisville as long as you know the right people or are diligent in your search. Having said that here are a few suggestions that I would think could be found most places (in no particular order):

 

Michter's American Whiskey

Noah's Mill

Blanton's

Angel's Envy

Elmer T. Lee (may be hard to find)

Four Roses Small Batch

Elijah Craig 12 year (the age Statement may be gone now)

Eagle Rare

 

Hilltopper, thanks for the suggestions!! Will hit the shop later today and see what I can find!

[Swoosh-Thud]

Anyone know of a Pappy's expert:

 

I'm trying to date my bottles of 23 yo and Google doesn't cut it. I know 2 were bottled in 2005 labelled "A" bottles. A third bottle just has a number on it, no letter.

[Doc420]

Anyone know of a Pappy's expert:

 

I'm trying to date my bottles of 23 yo and Google doesn't cut it. I know 2 were bottled in 2005: A319 and A614. A third bottle just has a number on it #267.

let me know what you are looking for. If the info can be found I could try to help you. I have many connections at buffalo trace.

[J_Tizzle]

Picked up some Larceny Bourbon over my lunch break today (to try tonight of course).

 

Any thoughts? Seems to be pretty highly regarded and wasn't very expensive ($25ish after tax).

[the bishop]

Picked up some Larceny Bourbon over my lunch break today (to try tonight of course).

 

Any thoughts? Seems to be pretty highly regarded and wasn't very expensive ($25ish after tax).

I love Larceny. Great daily drinker for the $$

[TexasGolfer91]

Picked up some Eagle Rare last night at Costco, tried it out and loved it! Solid recommendation all, appreciate it!

 

Still on the hunt for Blanton's Single Barrel, checked 3 stores in Houston and can't find it anywhere!

[ws6]

Weller Antique 107 is my preferred low cost choice, but it is hard to find. I like Eagle Rare as my first alternate (so I drink it a lot).

[J_Tizzle]

Weller Antique 107 is my preferred low cost choice, but it is hard to find. I like Eagle Rare as my first alternate (so I drink it a lot).

 

I have half a bottle of Antique that I almost refuse to drink just because I know I'll never find anymore, lol.

 

Eagle Rare is very solid, little more expensive than just WL Wellers, but still great for the price.

[fsusp]

Just finished a bottle of Walking Stick. Bought it on a whim. It was quite good.

 

Worth your time if you like to experiment.

 

 

I’m a big fan of John Bowman, Eagle Rare, Basil-Hayden’s, and Walking Stick has a similar sweetness.

[fsusp]

A golf forum with a Bourbon thread. Now this is what I'm talking about.

 

Has anyone else tried the Maker's Private Select? Picked up a bottle at Total Wine here in Houston about a month ago. 110.3 proof, finished in Maker's 46, Roasted French Mocha, and Toasted French Spice oak finishing staves.

 

It's delicious, but packs quite a punch. Thinking I will need to save this one for when it cools down some this winter. Wondering if anyone else has seen this or tried it.

 

Also, I have been drinking Maker's for years now. It's my go to, as my usual drink is an Old Fashioned. Love the smoothness of it. What are some recommendations going into the fall and winter for a nice bourbon to sip neat or with a single cube on the patio as it cools down? Reading previous posts, I have marked down Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Angels Envy so far. Any recommendations?

 

As a Kentuckian I feel I need to respond, but I always hesitate to make too many suggestions. I'm never sure what bourbon's are readily available in the shelves in other parts of the country. Luckily, almost everything can be found in and around Louisville as long as you know the right people or are diligent in your search. Having said that here are a few suggestions that I would think could be found most places (in no particular order):

 

Michter's American Whiskey

Noah's Mill

Blanton's

Angel's Envy

Elmer T. Lee (may be hard to find)

Four Roses Small Batch

Elijah Craig 12 year (the age Statement may be gone now)

Eagle Rare

 

I’ve had all these except Noah’s Mill. I’ll have to try it.

 

I’m sure I’m in the minority, but I was not wowed by Angel’s Envy. I don’t think I’d go out of my way to have it again.

 

I often forget about Michter’s. Thanks for the reminder of that one!

[Big Driver]

Love Eagle Rare as my regular drinker, Woodford or Knob Creek every once in a while. Pappy if I'm lucky...

[1puttTUT]

I have a hard time not buying Basil Hayden's at costco for $39.99 every time I go there. It's become my go-to over the last couple years.

[Hilltopper413]

I’ve had all these except Noah’s Mill. I’ll have to try it.

 

I’m sure I’m in the minority, but I was not wowed by Angel’s Envy. I don’t think I’d go out of my way to have it again.

 

I often forget about Michter’s. Thanks for the reminder of that one!

 

I wouldn't necessarily say you're in the minority on Angel's Envy. It doesn't "wow" me either. But I've never heard anybody say they flat out didn't like it. It's a safe recommendation to those looking to branch out a bit.

 

Out of those listed Michters is near the top if I were to rank them. Lots of people get confused and by the Michter's "Bourbon", but the American Whiskey is the special stuff.

 

If I had to rank the ones I listed (cost not a factor) it would probably look like this:

 

Blanton's

Michter's

Elmer T. Lee

Noah's Mill

Elijah Craig 12 year

Eagle Rare

Angel's Envy

Four Roses Small Batch

 

The top 3 would definitely make my top 10 favorite bourbons along with several others that are hard to find outside the bluegrass state.

[1puttTUT]

I’ve had all these except Noah’s Mill. I’ll have to try it.

 

I’m sure I’m in the minority, but I was not wowed by Angel’s Envy. I don’t think I’d go out of my way to have it again.

 

I often forget about Michter’s. Thanks for the reminder of that one!

 

I wouldn't necessarily say you're in the minority on Angel's Envy. It doesn't "wow" me either. But I've never heard anybody say they flat out didn't like it. It's a safe recommendation to those looking to branch out a bit.

 

Out of those listed Michters is near the top if I were to rank them. Lots of people get confused and by the Michter's "Bourbon", but the American Whiskey is the special stuff.

 

If I had to rank the ones I listed (cost not a factor) it would probably look like this:

 

Blanton's

Michter's

Elmer T. Lee

Noah's Mill

Elijah Craig 12 year

Eagle Rare

Angel's Envy

Four Roses Small Batch

 

The top 3 would definitely make my top 10 favorite bourbons along with several others that are hard to find outside the bluegrass state.

 

I really like the Michters sour mash when I'm looking to switch things up a bit.

[ws6]

I managed to score a bottle of Weller Antique 107 in a liquor store in Portland tonight. I was happier about the 107 than the 4 dozen KSigs I got last week. First bottle of 107 I have seen in a couple of months, and the store had only one.

[TexasGolfer91]

Picked up at Weller Reserve Friday and loved it. Usually a Makers guy but this took the cake for me at a price that was about 2/3 of makers! Also picked up a bottle of Belle Meade to try out. Heard great things but excited to see for myself!

[Srixon-Ian]

I managed to get a 1.75L of Weller 107. I was very happy about that. I still have a case of Weller 12 as part of my stash.

[1puttTUT]

One of the stores near me has black maple hill rye for $135. Is that a good price? I doubt I will buy it regardless, but I am curious.

[Johnny_Fairway]

For a good value buy, check out the Jim Beam Double Oak. I imagine Jim Beam is pretty consistent with pricing nationally, and around here it's a modest price increase for a nice step up in quality. But cheap enough that if it ends up in a Highball that's just fine too.

[Cspackler6]

Hey, was wondering if anyone is willing to help me pick my next bottle. I'm not an expert and haven't tried a ton. With so many options it's hard to choose what to get next. Looking for a good value bottle ($30-$70). Buffalo trace is decent to me and love WT101. It just tastes right to me. My least favorite is woodford reserve. Considering larceny, blantons, Russell reserve, 4rose SB, or weller12 if I can find it. Always hear good things about these but haven't tried any. Is there some that I should consider before these?

[TexasGolfer91]

Hey, was wondering if anyone is willing to help me pick my next bottle. I'm not an expert and haven't tried a ton. With so many options it's hard to choose what to get next. Looking for a good value bottle ($30-$70). Buffalo trace is decent to me and love WT101. It just tastes right to me. My least favorite is woodford reserve. Considering larceny, blantons, Russell reserve, 4rose SB, or weller12 if I can find it. Always hear good things about these but haven't tried any. Is there some that I should consider before these?

 

Always enjoyed the Four Roses SB. A great sipping bourbon. Would recommend Walking Stick, which I first tried a few weeks ago, outstanding. Should be in the $45-$50 range.

[Cspackler6]

Thanks for the recommendation. I'll add walking stick to the list. I only get 2-4 bottles a year(1-2 being wt101) so my navigation through the whiskey world is long and slow. Hell, I still have a bottle of Willet PSR from last December I haven't broke into yet.

[Tim Schoch]

Jim.

Jack.

Maker's.

Old Forester

God help me, I like the Jim Beam Red Stag.

[I.AM.PACO]

Bought this recently .. OMG !!! it's good

 

 

[Tim Schoch]

Okay, winter is coming and so is the thirst. I'm taking notes, boys and girls. Thanks for the info.

[Kyle M]

I’ve been a blantons guy since around 2004. To me it’s just right.

[J_Tizzle]

I've been a blantons guy since around 2004. To me it's just right.

 

Haven't been whiskey shoppin in a while. I know Wellers was impossible to find for a while, same with Blantons. I'd like to give Blantons a try once I can find a bottle.