Bourbon

['stache 21,802]

This was the only VOB they had. I’ll look for bib.

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

24 minutes ago, Firemans4Horn said:

 

BIB bond version is significantly better any only like $2 more. Sometimes they have 1.75l of it at Goody goody. 

The Store That Shall Not Be Named usually has handles of regular VOB. 

[Bozo_Casanova 26,444]

Reminds me of a few months ago when I was in there. I bought a bottle of -something- and the guy said
“ok my friend I’ll sell you this but don’t talk about it on social media”

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

2 minutes ago, Bozo_Casanova said:

Reminds me of a few months ago when I was in there. I bought a bottle of -something- and the guy said
“ok my friend I’ll sell you this but don’t talk about it on social media”

Yep, they've given me that talk before. They called it a "bottle crotch grab", I was confused by their terminology, but I understood their meaning. 

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

I'm drinking the "rye finished" barreled VOB SiB right now. Yep. It's pretty tasty. 

The rye adds a little spice, and the barrel smooths the whole thing out. It might be my new Sunday drinker. 

Edited December 30, 2018 by billfromlaketravis

[davidg 4,036]

I mostly drink beer or have a scotch every once in a while but have started building up a small bar for entertaining over the holidays.  Over the last month or so I've had a run buying bourbon and so far I've got Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, Angels Envy, OF 1920 and found an EHT Small Batch & SiB yesterday.  Store also had a Old Rip Van Winkle under the counter for $400 but that`s a little too expensive for my budget. 

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

Supposed to be a good year for Old Rip, but not worth $400 ever. 

You could probably find cheap pours at a bar somewhere and drink the entire bottle for cheaper. 

Edited December 30, 2018 by billfromlaketravis

[USCATX 1,078]

4 minutes ago, billfromlaketravis said:

Supposed to be a good year for Old Rip, but not worth $400 ever. 

You could probably find cheap pours at a bar somewhere and drink the entire bottle for cheaper. 

Correct. I’ve had a $16 2 oz pour which is half of secondary.  

[MonkeyDoughnut 10,232]

In case anyone is desperate for Blanton's Gold, Frankie's liquor in Galveston strand street probably has a dozen bottles .... mainly because they are asking $199 a bottle. Also have regular Blanton's... didn't ask price knowing if would be ridiculous too.

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

1 minute ago, MonkeyDoughnut said:

In case anyone is desperate for Blanton's Gold, Frankie's liquor in Galveston strand street probably has a dozen bottles .... mainly because they are asking $199 a bottle. Also have regular Blanton's... didn't ask price knowing if would be ridiculous too.

Blanton's Gold from Masters of Malt with shipping and taxes costs what? 

[Anastasis 23,469]

7 minutes ago, billfromlaketravis said:

Blanton's Gold from Masters of Malt with shipping and taxes costs what? 

Shit. Buy a ticket to Stockholm and clear out a couple bolagets. 

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

Bad news from Master's of Malt, they won't ship to Gold to the US : https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/blantons-gold-edition-whiskey/

So driving to Galveston on my day off sounds about right. Salt water taffy time. 

 

[USCATX 1,078]

Blanton’s Gold shipped as a single bottle would be about $130.   It’s $165 shipped on BSM so no sure why anybody would pay $216 OTD for it in Galveston.  

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

1 hour ago, USCATX said:

Blanton’s Gold shipped as a single bottle would be about $130.   It’s $165 shipped on BSM so no sure why anybody would pay $216 OTD for it in Galveston.  

Website? 

[huge 3,793]

We paid $585 for 6 bottles in October

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

6 hours ago, USCATX said:

Blanton’s Gold shipped as a single bottle would be about $130.   It’s $165 shipped on BSM so no sure why anybody would pay $216 OTD for it in Galveston.  

Website other than BSM?

[scottsins 1,966]

I’ve heard that the OF 1910 supply has run dry.

Just left Spec’s Round Rock with 3 bottles. There are 3 more left on the shelf now.

It’s not in their office stash or anything.

[USCATX 1,078]

20 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said:

Website other than BSM?

You’ll have to time it on the whiskey exchange or use a UK forwarding service via master of malt.  I’ve done both in the past.  

[USCATX 1,078]

1 hour ago, thestud said:

 

 

The 1910 is good but I think I give the edge to 1920. Not a bad idea to stock up tho, the taters will be going nuts for it in a few months and the trade value will be sky high

 

 

I think they can get more 1910 out in short order so I’m not sure there’s a need to stock up.  Based on some podcasts I’ve heard it’s the last in the Whiskey Row series but all will continue to be available.  The rye is supposed to come out in ‘19 as well.  

[Jerry Callo 8,700]

This bottle will not make it to 2019

[scottsins 1,966]

3 hours ago, USCATX said:

You’ll have to time it on the whiskey exchange or use a UK forwarding service via master of malt.  I’ve done both in the past.  

I’ve been looking into using a forwarding service.  Which ones would you recommend?

[Bozo_Casanova 26,444]

Went to grab champagne at the neighborhood place, walked out with these. Not bad for a pop in. Happy New Years to me!

 

 

[VivaNaranja 466]

4 hours ago, USCATX said:

I think they can get more 1910 out in short order so I’m not sure there’s a need to stock up.  Based on some podcasts I’ve heard it’s the last in the Whiskey Row series but all will continue to be available.  The rye is supposed to come out in ‘19 as well.  

Nope

http://www.gobourbon.com/happy-holidays-old-forester-is-sold-out-of-1910-old-fine-whisky/

[Seasick Sailor 3,747]

Ended up picking up a bottle of ECBP C918 and a another bottle of Blanton's. Thanks for the recs. This ECBP is awesome. Great flavor and not as much heat as I was expecting from a 131 proof bourbon. I drank half of my first pour and then added a couple of drops of water. The water seems to have opened up the nose a bit more, but I think I prefer the palate without the added water. LS has about ten of these on the shelf. I'll probably pick up another one or two to bunker. 

[huge 3,793]

Went to grab champagne at the neighborhood place, walked out with these. Not bad for a pop in. Happy New Years to me!
 

imgur

 

Look. I’ve had some good luck this year. But this is kind of bullshit.

All 3. In the wild. With no connect?

[Seasick Sailor 3,747]

Anyone tried the Old Ezra 7yr Barrel Strength? Haven't seen it on the shelf in my area, but Breaking Bourbon gave it a good review. It sounds like it's a good value at a MSRP of $40.

[Bozo_Casanova 26,444]

I mean, I’m a good customer and all, but the manager of this particular place puts most everything on the shelf. I did ask about one of the three and he more than delivered. But I never got a call, if that’s what you mean.

[Seasick Sailor 3,747]

Can't see the pick of your haul. What did you get?

[Anastasis 23,469]

3 minutes ago, Bozo_Casanova said:

I mean, I’m a good customer and all, but the manager of this particular place puts most everything on the shelf. I did ask about one of the three and he more than delivered. But I never got a call, if that’s what you mean.

[4th_and_18 687]

Can't see the pick of your haul. What did you get?

Rock hill farms, w12, blanton’s


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[Firemans4Horn 18,046]

8 hours ago, Seasick Sailor said:

Anyone tried the Old Ezra 7yr Barrel Strength? Haven't seen it on the shelf in my area, but Breaking Bourbon gave it a good review. It sounds like it's a good value at a MSRP of $40.

 

Bought some in Western New York last week. I really liked it. Great value as well. 

[RMac5 1,551]

6 hours ago, 4th_and_18 said:

Rock hill farms, w12, blanton’s


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Damn that’s a hell of a trifecta!  I have the Blantons and W12 but have never found a RHF bottle.

[huge 3,793]

Let’s go horns

[Seasick Sailor 3,747]

Had a pour of OWA at kickoff. Have switched to Blanton's. Might pour some OF1920 or ECBP next.

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

Killed about a half bottle of Mitcher's 10 after the game. Yep, that's a good one. 

[Constant 6,731]

Drinking the Knob Creek Single Barrell. Pretty dang tasty. 

[Constant 6,731]

3 hours ago, thestud said:

 

 

Store pick? Most of those have been in the 13-14 year range and absolutely delicious.

 

 

I don’t think so. I’m not really knowledgeable enough to know, but I think it’s just the stock version. Still good. 

[BigDHornfan 6,546]

It would have a label or neck tag stating as much. When I get home I’ll post a pic so you know what you’re looking for.

[Constant 6,731]

Na, it doesn’t have anything like that. Just a normal bottle. Shit is still real good. 

[Buzzrock 14,918]

Knob Creek doesn’t get enough love IMO.

I’m gonna need a new source for Blanton’s Gold that doesn’t require me flying to Liverpool. That stuff is outstanding and my bottle is almost gone.

[milkman 428]

 

Definitely light. Something different. Nothing like you have had before.

 

[Buzzrock 14,918]

Where did you have it? The Internet says distillery release only.

[Seasick Sailor 3,747]

Has anyone tried the High West Double Rye since they started using their own rye in the blend? I believe the new blend is in bottles with a batch number that starts with 18.

[milkman 428]

Where did you have it? The Internet says distillery release only.

Found a bottle in one of the groups online.

[Neonmoon 38,129]

Picked up a Buffalo Trace store pick. Never had one before, so interested to see if it is any better. 

[Seasick Sailor 3,747]

Long day to end a longer week. Enjoying a nice pour of OF 1920. Will probably follow it up with ECBP. 

Think I will stock up on some daily drinkers tomorrow. Going to grab some BT, WT 101, and probably a High West Double Rye. 

[Neonmoon 38,129]

2 hours ago, thestud said:

Where from? I got a TW pick from barrel #550 and it was outstanding.

It’s from Oak Liquor Cabinet. Does not state a barrel number. It has a small hint of spice, but a very mellow taste. It doesn’t have a full body, but it’s pretty well balanced, not bad considering. I’d rather drink Eagle Rare but I can tell it’s from the same mold. 

[Bozo_Casanova 26,444]

We do not speak its name!

[billfromlaketravis 11,458]

11 minutes ago, Bozo_Casanova said:

We do not speak its name!

I can't make it up there in 40 minutes. Y'all are safe. For now. 

[mackavelli 183]

Colorado is nice this time of year...