we have one of these every few weeks or so and I feel like it usually inspires me to try something I haven't had before. So what better time than now with the holiday coming up.
What are you guys liking these days? I've most recently had Blanton's, Michter's Small Batch, Woodford Reserve, Angel's Envy and Willett.
Still need to try Four Roses Single Barrel and I'm very curious what the Michter's Sour Mash tastes like.
Scotch recommendations welcome as well. May splurge for some Dalmore 15...
Really? I've heard good things.
Actually it was Eagle Rare that I had not Angels Envy which I still need to try.
I like the Double Black.
If I had to pick it might be Angels Envy #1. That's what I served last year for Christmas Eve and my two brother-in-laws and I drank the whole bottle.
Recently tried Woodford Reserve Rye and it was delicious.
I don't drink them with any rocks or mixed at all. Maybe a drop of water, but usually just neat.
4 Roses is good too, but not as good as those mentioned for my taste.
I keep Jim Beam and Woodford Reserve in the house for Bourbon drinkers or if I want a change of pace.
I've had that and its very good.
Second, Virgil Kaine Electric Owl Sour Mash. Liked this one a lot. Aged in sherry barrels I believe. Might be harder to find than the Elmer T Lee.
Both bottles were in the $90 range, but to be honest with you, I would just as soon go with Blanton's, or a bottle of Woodford Double Oak.
funny you bring that up, I just had it last weekend when we went out to dinner at a steakhouse in Worcester. I hadn't tried it and wanted to but couldn't find it anywhere.
I liked it a lot, but I like Woodford so much I had no doubt I would.
I told my local guy to be on the lookout for it, and he said none of the rip/pappy van winkle family is ever available to him.
How do you get it?
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have you had the Woodford Double Oak?
funny you bring that up, I just had it last weekend when we went out to dinner at a steakhouse in Worcester. I hadn't tried it and wanted to but couldn't find it anywhere.
I liked it a lot, but I like Woodford so much I had no doubt I would.
If you see it, I recommend Woodford Reserve Four Wood too. I haven't seen it in a while though.
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If you can locate it.
I told my local guy to be on the lookout for it, and he said none of the rip/pappy van winkle family is ever available to him.
How do you get it?
The distributor would most likely make a deal with their bigger volume accounts: Take 50 cases of this vodka and we'll set aside 6 bottles when the shipment comes in.
Smaller guys can't handle the inventory so if you have any bigger stores in your area, ask them and they may be able to give you a heads up
Breckinridge is another great Bourbon. Its more expensive at 50 bucks a bottle but worth it. It’s hard to believe they make bourbon in Colorado.
Widow Jane is also very good but is sometimes hard to find.
Four Roses and Woodford are overated IMHO
If you can bump up to Redbreast 12. I did a couple years back on a BBI recco and love it. Should be able to find it under $50.
Seriously a very nice Speyside for $50-&60.
Thanks for the tip! I'm heading out for supplies Friday, so I'll keep an eye out.
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of Irish whiskey and Jameson has been my go to.
If you can bump up to Redbreast 12. I did a couple years back on a BBI recco and love it. Should be able to find it under $50.
Make that another vote for Redbreast....stuff is delicious
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of Irish whiskey and Jameson has been my go to.
If you can bump up to Redbreast 12. I did a couple years back on a BBI recco and love it. Should be able to find it under $50.
My own preferences have been the older Bushmills (16 and, as a valued gift, the 21). But the raves have persuaded me to give Redbrest 12 a go. Have found where to get it for about $50.
Mac 12 is good, but I don’t think you can beat 15 for under 100.
Honestly for the price - glenfiddich 12 is my favorite all around scotch under 50.
Balvenie 12 double wood is fantastic.
I like 4 roses.
makers, Jameson, or Bushmills I’ll never turn down either.
It is good. RVA as well here
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If you can locate it.
I told my local guy to be on the lookout for it, and he said none of the rip/pappy van winkle family is ever available to him.
How do you get it?
I won a bet against a skins fan last year and he had to get me a bottle. Then another friend of mine got paid by someone he was doing some work for with a few bottles and he agreed to sell me one.
I like the Double Black.
So did my ex
Still sitting on them.
Breckinridge is another great Bourbon. Its more expensive at 50 bucks a bottle but worth it. It’s hard to believe they make bourbon in Colorado.
Widow Jane is also very good but is sometimes hard to find.
Four Roses and Woodford are overated IMHO
Reb--this is a good call. I've become a big fan as well. I've had most of those mentioned in this thread (both whiskey and whisky) and this one stands up.
That's how it is here in NJ too, as I understand it. I know a guy who owns 2 small stores, not a chance. The local huge wine store with multiple outlets gets the Van Winkle. Two years ago I score a bottle of Van Winkle Family 13 year, and he's also the guy I got the Elmer T Lee from this year.
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Do yourself a favor and try it. It’s not a pretentious bourbon. It’s modestly priced at about $30 a bottle and it’s excellent for drinking straight or in cocktails.
Breckinridge is another great Bourbon. Its more expensive at 50 bucks a bottle but worth it. It’s hard to believe they make bourbon in Colorado.
Widow Jane is also very good but is sometimes hard to find.
Four Roses and Woodford are overated IMHO
Reb--this is a good call. I've become a big fan as well. I've had most of those mentioned in this thread (both whiskey and whisky) and this one stands up.
I should clarify, I'm talking about the Evan Williams.
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Do yourself a favor and try it. It’s not a pretentious bourbon. It’s modestly priced at about $30 a bottle and it’s excellent for drinking straight or in cocktails.
Breckinridge is another great Bourbon. Its more expensive at 50 bucks a bottle but worth it. It’s hard to believe they make bourbon in Colorado.
Widow Jane is also very good but is sometimes hard to find.
Four Roses and Woodford are overated IMHO
Reb--this is a good call. I've become a big fan as well. I've had most of those mentioned in this thread (both whiskey and whisky) and this one stands up.
Have to post this pic, I've never tried it, I'm pretty sure it's off of one of the lower branches of the Van Winkle bourbon tree. I'll pick up a bottle if I ever see it.
Still sitting on them.
That’s crazy lucky. I’m still sitting on mine as well. Might crack one with the in laws this Christmas when I go up to Ohio.
Same is true about the Buchanan's 18. Probably better.
In single malt in similar prices, Oban 14 or Oban Little Bay. Both are smoky with practically no peat. I am not a peat fan.
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Do yourself a favor and try it. It’s not a pretentious bourbon. It’s modestly priced at about $30 a bottle and it’s excellent for drinking straight or in cocktails.
Breckinridge is another great Bourbon. Its more expensive at 50 bucks a bottle but worth it. It’s hard to believe they make bourbon in Colorado.
Widow Jane is also very good but is sometimes hard to find.
Four Roses and Woodford are overated IMHO
Reb--this is a good call. I've become a big fan as well. I've had most of those mentioned in this thread (both whiskey and whisky) and this one stands up.
Have to post this pic, I've never tried it, I'm pretty sure it's off of one of the lower branches of the Van Winkle bourbon tree. I'll pick up a bottle if I ever see it.
Nice! This Rebel Yell has had that Rebel Yell. They sell it at the package store here on Norfolk Naval Station. The taste is excellent for the price point.
Nice! This Rebel Yell has had that Rebel Yell. They sell it at the package store here on Norfolk Naval Station. The taste is excellent for the price point. [/quote]
Thanks for the recommendation, I'll grab it if I can find it!