Bourbon

[RichUT 1832]

I don’t hate secondary groups. They serve a purpose and I’ve been involved on both sides of several transactions, though I’ve only used it once in the last year.

I’m increasingly confounded by people that hoard whiskey to the point of owning more than they are likely to drink in their lifetime. It only contributes to the problem. I don’t own a backup of a single bottle in my collection. And I’m downright over the culture of posting pictures as some sort of dick measuring contest. Yes, I’ve posted some pics on this thread. No, I don’t plan to do it any more. We all know what these bottles look like at this point.

I’m here for the dialogue on what’s good and what’s not, but I couldn’t be less interested in looking at pictures of other people’s bottles.

[KeysPhoneWallet 807]

I don’t hate secondary groups. They serve a purpose and I’ve been involved on both sides of several transactions, though I’ve only used it once in the last year.

I’m increasingly confounded by people that hoard whiskey to the point of owning more than they are likely to drink in their lifetime. It only contributes to the problem. I don’t own a backup of a single bottle in my collection. And I’m downright over the culture of posting pictures as some sort of dick measuring contest. Yes, I’ve posted some pics on this thread. No, I don’t plan to do it any more. We all know what these bottles look like at this point.

I’m here for the dialogue on what’s good and what’s not, but I couldn’t be less interested in looking at pictures of other people’s bottles.

I like the flexing. It’s all about goals. I want bottles and pools and all that shit like the 1% post here.

That said, I’m in the middle, certainly not a poor.

[ERhine 1894]

to the point of owning more than they are likely to drink in their lifetime.

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

9 hours ago, USCATX said:

I did a little organizing (caught the Covid and I’m bored) today and moved all my unopened bottles except the top shelf out of our pantry and the bar.  Found a couple I thought I’d traded but apparently I’m down a Barterhouse 20 so that sucks.  If anybody wants to trade a shitty Stagg Jr Batch 1 for a good batch I got you.  

The Maker’s Mark Private Select guy laughs at your collection. 
 

But seriously, that is damn impressive. 
 

3 is my magic number. 1 to drink with 2 in reserve. 

[Mo Horn 8833]

Was on a SW flight yesterday and some guy was carrying an empty case for Colonel E Taylor. It could have easily fit in a bag he and his wife were also carrying. It's like he was carrying it just so everyone could see that he had one. He dropped it once, and it was totally empty. What an ass.

[GreenspointTexas 9600]

Secondary groups are fantastic because they accelerate the eventual market bust (which will make stuff affordable and available again).

 

 

also, a lotta people are hoarding a bunch mid/average bottles these days, jfc. 
 

if I were yall, id care less about the secondary market and more about the meh bottles people are fawning over these days. 

[Carl Spackler 3482]

On 1/21/2023 at 6:06 PM, USCATX said:

I did a little organizing (caught the Covid and I’m bored) today and moved all my unopened bottles except the top shelf out of our pantry and the bar.  Found a couple I thought I’d traded but apparently I’m down a Barterhouse 20 so that sucks.  If anybody wants to trade a shitty Stagg Jr Batch 1 for a good batch I got you.  

Get well soon.

[SurlyGator 865]

13 hours ago, Carl Spackler said:

Get well soon.

Or don’t, and bequeath that collection to surly.  We would make sure it doesn’t go to waste.

 

Kidding not kidding.

[henrygandorf 29190]

On 1/21/2023 at 8:05 PM, RichUT said:

I’m increasingly confounded by people that hoard whiskey to the point of owning more than they are likely to drink in their lifetime.

i don't troll around to a bunch of stores, but i do have a few contacts around town.  when they text or call me, i go buy whatever they're texting or calling about, because i want to continue to get those calls.  the bottles are all at retail, and i will buy anything not nailed down.

some i keep, and some i get reimbursed for by friends.  at least 8-10 people are very happy with my decision to buy everything i can.  it will all eventually get enjoyed by someone i know.

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

What’s up Bowman SiB? I heard they were having a glass shortage of some sort. 

[henrygandorf 29190]

4 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said:

What’s up Bowman SiB? I heard they were having a glass shortage of some sort. 

[BigDHornfan 6547]

11 hours ago, henrygandorf said:

i don't troll around to a bunch of stores, but i do have a few contacts around town.  when they text or call me, i go buy whatever they're texting or calling about, because i want to continue to get those calls.  the bottles are all at retail, and i will buy anything not nailed down.

some i keep, and some i get reimbursed for by friends.  at least 8-10 people are very happy with my decision to buy everything i can.  it will all eventually get enjoyed by someone i know.

As someone who has benefitted directly from Henry, I approve this message.

[Carl Spackler 3482]

4 hours ago, BigDHornfan said:

As someone who has benefitted directly from Henry, I approve this message.

+1.  Gandorf is good people.  Generous with advice and tips on places that may have good bottles for sale.

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

How are the Old Scout picks this year? I got Total’d at Spec’s today. My guy thrusted a bottle on me. 
 

6 year s old, 122.2 proof. 

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

Did OF King Ranch vanish or supply issues like 1910’s release? 
 

I could use a couple. 
 

If not the masses, are getting a handle of Gentleman Jack. 

[Beantown Express 2.0 6559]

I have to go to a bourbon tasting party tomorrow and was wondering if anyone had a suggestion for a bottle under $50 that would be good to go buy and bring.  I don't want to bring the good stuff but I also don't want to poison these people.  Was thinking something different (not makers, woodford, wild turkey, etc...) but still decent.

Edited January 27, 2023 by Beantown Express 2.0

[Carl Spackler 3482]

40 minutes ago, Beantown Express 2.0 said:

I have to go to a bourbon tasting party tomorrow and was wondering if anyone had a suggestion for a bottle under $50 that would be good to go buy and bring.  I don't want to bring the good stuff but I also don't want to poison these people.  Was thinking something different (not makers, woodford, wild turkey, etc...) but still decent.

Woodinville or Redwood Empire Lost Monarch

[LCHorn 2620]

It’s not bourbon but I love introducing people to Balcones Rumble just because it’s such an unusual flavor profile.  I’ve had people both love and hate it; both results I appreciate more than another bourbon with a very similar flavor complexion to 20 other bourbons on the market.  

[BigDHornfan 6547]

1 hour ago, Beantown Express 2.0 said:

I have to go to a bourbon tasting party tomorrow and was wondering if anyone had a suggestion for a bottle under $50 that would be good to go buy and bring.  I don't want to bring the good stuff but I also don't want to poison these people.  Was thinking something different (not makers, woodford, wild turkey, etc...) but still decent.

Old Forester 1920.  just a bit over $50

 

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

2 hours ago, Beantown Express 2.0 said:

I have to go to a bourbon tasting party tomorrow and was wondering if anyone had a suggestion for a bottle under $50 that would be good to go buy and bring.  I don't want to bring the good stuff but I also don't want to poison these people.  Was thinking something different (not makers, woodford, wild turkey, etc...) but still decent.

Rare Breed or Kentucky Spirit. Russell’s Reserve SiB if you want to spend a bit more. 

[Beantown Express 2.0 6559]

1 hour ago, BigDHornfan said:

Old Forester 1920.  just a bit over $50

 

That's my everyday sipper so I was trying to go cheap on this bottle since I don't know most of these people.  The guy at Goody Goody convinced me to buy a bottle of Punchers Chance.  It's probably shit and I will dump it down the drain but for $30 he said it was a good pour. 

[MirrOlure 14769]

I have to go to a bourbon tasting party tomorrow and was wondering if anyone had a suggestion for a bottle under $50 that would be good to go buy and bring.  I don't want to bring the good stuff but I also don't want to poison these people.  Was thinking something different (not makers, woodford, wild turkey, etc...) but still decent.

Old Bardstown Estate Bottled always surprises folks at tastings. Should be under $40

[BigDHornfan 6547]

That's my everyday sipper so I was trying to go cheap on this bottle since I don't know most of these people.  The guy at Goody Goody convinced me to buy a bottle of Punchers Chance.  It's probably shit and I will dump it down the drain but for $30 he said it was a good pour. 

It’s shit.

[BigDHornfan 6547]

That's my everyday sipper so I was trying to go cheap on this bottle since I don't know most of these people.  The guy at Goody Goody convinced me to buy a bottle of Punchers Chance.  It's probably shit and I will dump it down the drain but for $30 he said it was a good pour. 

Hell don’t know them,
Spend less than $20 and get an Evan Williams Bottled in Bond.
Fucking great bang for the Buck.

[stork642 4498]

3 hours ago, BigDHornfan said:

Hell don’t know them,
Spend less than $20 and get an Evan Williams Bottled in Bond.
Fucking great bang for the Buck.

This.  Also you can’t go wrong with Old Grand Dad 114.  

[BigDHornfan 6547]

So did a blind best of 2022.


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[BigDHornfan 6547]

This one is just fucking stupid good.

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

1 hour ago, BigDHornfan said:

So did a blind best of 2022.


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So… Rebecca Creek 16 finished second before HH17?!

Edited January 28, 2023 by billfromlaketravis

[BigDHornfan 6547]

So… Rebecca Creek 16 finished second before HH17?!

Yes.

[USCATX 1078]

10 hours ago, BigDHornfan said:

So did a blind best of 2022.


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Those are some hitters.  2022 GTS is probably one of the best bourbons I’ve ever had in my life and definitely better than this year’s WLW.  But I’m not surprised that RC 16 was way up there.  It was probably my favorite somewhat easy to find bourbon of ‘22 and it’s hilarious to me that its secondary value is maybe $75 over retail.  

[NOMAAA 1696]

9 minutes ago, USCATX said:

Those are some hitters.  2022 GTS is probably one of the best bourbons I’ve ever had in my life and definitely better than this year’s WLW.  But I’m not surprised that RC 16 was way up there.  It was probably my favorite somewhat easy to find bourbon of ‘22 and it’s hilarious to me that its secondary value is maybe $75 over retail.  

If you see one, would you mind grabbing me one? I am not having as easy time finding it. 

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

2 hours ago, NOMAAA said:

If you see one, would you mind grabbing me one? I am not having as easy time finding it. 

It should be a staple in the glass cases at your flagship Spec's locations. I just picked one up.

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

13 hours ago, BigDHornfan said:

So did a blind best of 2022.


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I'm guessing you got one of the honey barrels BigD. The RC16 I bought is just north of 101 proof. 

[henrygandorf 29190]

my grocery store starting doing barrel picks about a year ago, and it’s been a pretty solid development. 

[BigDHornfan 6547]

I'm guessing you got one of the honey barrels BigD. The RC16 I bought is just north of 101 proof. 

This one is 127. Yea, it’s a special one.

[RichUT 1832]

What’s the feeling on Irish whiskey around here? Our group picked up a Redbreast 27 and can’t stand it, but I’ve had a couple of the Spots that are great and the Redbreast Kentucky Oak was a great pour too.

[USCATX 1078]

5 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said:

It should be a staple in the glass cases at your flagship Spec's locations. I just picked one up.

This right here, also grabbed one Wednesday at a mom n pop.  They seem to be everywhere. 

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

3 hours ago, henrygandorf said:

my grocery store starting doing barrel picks about a year ago, and it’s been a pretty solid development. 

I sort of hate that California exists. 

[henrygandorf 29190]

41 minutes ago, billfromlaketravis said:

I sort of hate that California exists. 

[BigDHornfan 6547]

2 hours ago, RichUT said:

What’s the feeling on Irish whiskey around here? Our group picked up a Redbreast 27 and can’t stand it, but I’ve had a couple of the Spots that are great and the Redbreast Kentucky Oak was a great pour too.

What about the Redbreast do you not like?  I freaking love it.  Grapefruit bomb.

[T’Boo Ted Marshall 2732]

What’s the feeling on Irish whiskey around here? Our group picked up a Redbreast 27 and can’t stand it, but I’ve had a couple of the Spots that are great and the Redbreast Kentucky Oak was a great pour too.

Tullamore Dew used to be a friend of
Mine.

[NOMAAA 1696]

7 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said:

It should be a staple in the glass cases at your flagship Spec's locations. I just picked one up.

Not in dfw. Haven’t checked the walnut hill location. Will try next week. Thanks for the tip. 

[RichUT 1832]

What about the Redbreast do you not like? 

Grapefruit bomb.

That’s what nobody likes. I love it on the front of the palate but the finish just feels out of place.

I’m probably going to try to flip our open bottle for…..something. Anything.

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

This pretty damned good for $50. I’m definitely going back for another next week. 
 

 

[Buzzrock 14920]

It’s nice to have friends who will bootleg for you

[BigDHornfan 6547]

New Riff is about to be distributed in Texas.
Should be finalized in a couple of weeks

[Buzzrock 14920]

Where does one find their disti plans? It’s not in Georgia yet, hence the bootleg.

[BigDHornfan 6547]

Where does one find their disti plans? It’s not in Georgia yet, hence the bootleg.

I only know about Texas because my group is about to have the first legal pick here.

[billfromlaketravis 11466]

7 minutes ago, BigDHornfan said:

New Riff is about to be distributed in Texas.
Should be finalized in a couple of weeks

Suggestions for a New Riff noob?

[Bert Orange 1120]

On 1/27/2023 at 9:49 PM, BigDHornfan said:

So did a blind best of 2022.


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I’d have HH17 in my top two pours of 2022. I think 2022 GTS deserves solid acclaim. 
 

But doing KoK blind is kind of funny to me. I can taste that Brown Forman blind, double blind and triple blind. Also happens to be my top pours all time. Best Willetts that weren’t cask strength Bernheim I’ve ever had were Brown Forman.