Bourbon

[Party_Taco 3695]

Slick! I was really curious as to why they were all over secondary, Especially at that low price point, so I took a shot.

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

Bert’s house or Buffalo Trace’s Vault? 
 

[Herbie Hancock 7315]

I don’t get out much any more. This bourbon craze and all of the accompanying idiots that camp out at 6am at TW every day have totally killed the hunt for me. But I got a call about an hour ago from a guy that hasn’t called me in months, maybe years, and he has the Old Elk infinity blend with my name on it. Every dog has his day fellas.

[Party_Taco 3695]

Bert’s house or Buffalo Trace’s Vault? 
 

In this market, I’m confused how an unlimited supply of funds even makes that possible. That collection looks like a full time job… maybe their butler’s

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

This thread right now: 

 

That’s a picture of Buffalo Trace’s vault. 

[Herbie Hancock 7315]

It wasn’t a good joke, but no it didn’t go over anyones head. 

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

Houstonians, has anybody been to Trash Panda on Edison? I believe they sell pours at cost every Wednesday after 6 pm. 

[Party_Taco 3695]

Looks like Christmas comes twice this year…

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

Penelope Toasted Texas Select is a interesting way to guss up some young MGP, but the age plays out. I’d give a B. Happy to try some more of it. Unhappy I dropped 70 bucks on it. 

[Duke Silver 191]

Heading to Old Forrester, Buffalo Trace, Four Roses, Bardstown, and Heaven Hill next week.  First time going. Any pro tips?

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

3 minutes ago, Duke Silver said:

Heading to Old Forrester, Buffalo Trace, Four Roses, Bardstown, and Heaven Hill next week.  First time going. Any pro tips?

Tear some shit up?! Hit the gift shops 

[BigDHornfan 6542]

Get to Heaven Hill early and you've got a good shot at getting a good bottle.

Eat at Bardstown.  Their food is outstanding and go to the library when you are there.

 

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

MGP night. 
 

 

[Party_Taco 3695]

Tried WT One tonight… my takeaways are as unclear as this picture, but I lean towards meh.


Anyone else had a pour?

['stache 21779]

Finally found it, paid more than I should have, but I haven’t seen it in at least 3 years, and it was my favorite before things lost their fucking mind. Good for nostalgia, will drink it rarely until I find it again.

 

Edited January 29, 2022 by 'stache

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

23 minutes ago, Party_Taco said:

Tried WT One tonight… my takeaways are as unclear as this picture, but I lean towards meh.


Anyone else had a pour?

I wanted that one. This will help me sleep. 

[NOMAAA 1696]

Take that shit

33 minutes ago, Party_Taco said:

Tried WT One tonight… my takeaways are as unclear as this picture, but I lean towards meh.


Anyone else had a pour?

take this post down. Trying to work a deal with @huge

[Beantown Express 2.0 6556]

One of my clients just gave me a bottle of Horse Soldier barrel strength.  I think it said it’s 117 proof.  Anyone try this yet?  

[Macanudo 12953]

On 1/27/2022 at 6:07 PM, Party_Taco said:

Looks like Christmas comes twice this year…

Uh, Taco, is that your personal collection in the background?

[ruitxn 296]

Sorry if it has already been discussed here, but what happened to Evan Williams SB?

[BigDHornfan 6542]

2 hours ago, Party_Taco said:

Tried WT One tonight… my takeaways are as unclear as this picture, but I lean towards meh.


Anyone else had a pour?

I thought it was good, not as good as the 17 yr Bib 

[USCATX 1076]

On 1/22/2022 at 3:31 AM, billfromlaketravis said:

Has anybody noticed a wide range in quality of EHT Small Batch? The ones from the Spec’s drop in December seem to be much better than I remember. 

Cracked a ‘21 late Dec drop Small Batch from Total Wine and it got rocked by the ‘19 Single Barrel I have open.  Small Batch is still a fantastic easy drinker tho. 

[Txslnghrns 1352]

“Won” this in a raffle. Should I explore trade options or is it a keeper? I’ve read mixed reviews. Really just looking for someone to give me an honest, first hand accounting of the product.

[Txslnghrns 1352]

Nvm. Just read the five word review a little up thread.

[Party_Taco 3695]

I thought it was good, not as good as the 17 yr Bib 

I’m not saying it was bad… but for $38 a pour I was disappointed. Just an all around mediocre mouthfeel and finish. The 17 is indeed superior.

[Txslnghrns 1352]

Nvm. Just read the five word review a little up thread.

Disappointing. These bottles were available and I feel like I should’ve gone with these instead for a little bit more.
(This is a large thread and I’m just sifting through it. I’m sure these have already been discussed.)
If anybody can recap it would be greatly appreciated.

[Herbie Hancock 7315]

I’m not a Barrell fan at all. Never had anything from them that did anything more than meh, and had several that were blah. I’m pretty sure UTrich and a couple others are very big fans.


Tldr; I would pick the Penelope over the Barrell

[TornACL 7691]

Barrell is ok but imo overpriced. I currently have a bottle of the Barrell Infinite Barrel and it's ok, but I usually find myself reaching for something else when it's bourbon time. 

[USCATX 1076]

9 hours ago, Party_Taco said:

I’m not saying it was bad… but for $38 a pour I was disappointed. Just an all around mediocre mouthfeel and finish. The 17 is indeed superior.

The 16 you mean?  I’m saying it’s bad, and for $38 it’s a damn crime.  

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

15 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said:

MGP night. 
 

 

@USCATX at the Longhorn Liquor in far west Katy. No limit. 

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

On 1/27/2022 at 6:07 PM, Party_Taco said:

Looks like Christmas comes twice this year…

I might be in the minority, but I love Hancock's Reserve. 

[Party_Taco 3695]

It has a lot going on for a 90 proofer- For the price, I vast prefer RHF, but it’s nice to have both.

[USCATX 1076]

5 minutes ago, Party_Taco said:

It has a lot going on for a 90 proofer- For the price, I vast prefer RHF, but it’s nice to have both.

Hancock’s is my favorite…88.9 proofer?  Only bourbons I’ve had under 90 that I liked better were Stitzel-Weller Rebel Yell and a couple 86 proof pre-fire Heaven Hill bottlings. 

[billfromlaketravis 11407]

7 minutes ago, Party_Taco said:

It has a lot going on for a 90 proofer- For the price, I vast prefer RHF, but it’s nice to have both.

I probably still prefer Hancock's. 

Let me put it this way, I give away Blanton's as gifts. Nobody is touching my Hancock's Reserve except for me. 

[Herbie Hancock 7315]

BT mashbill 2 IMO

1. RHF
2. Hancock’s
3. ETL
4. Blanton’s

[USCATX 1076]

1 hour ago, Herbie Hancock said:

BT mashbill 2 IMO

1. RHF
2. Hancock’s
3. ETL
4. Blanton’s

5. Getting hit by a truck 

6. Ancient Age

[Party_Taco 3695]

5. Getting hit by a truck 
6. Ancient Age

Ancient Age + Dr Pepper will make you feel like you got hit by a truck… so, 5.5

[Txslnghrns 1352]

Nvm

[henrygandorf 29183]

14 hours ago, Party_Taco said:

It has a lot going on for a 90 proofer- For the price, I vast prefer RHF, but it’s nice to have both.

i can buy hancock here for $100-$120. won’t but can. rock hill is $350+. 

keeping my rhf and etl sealed for now, not worth opening imo. 

[henrygandorf 29183]

On 1/28/2022 at 5:24 PM, 'stache said:

Finally found it, paid more than I should have, but I haven’t seen it in at least 3 years, and it was my favorite before things lost their fucking mind. Good for nostalgia, will drink it rarely until I find it again.

 

how much is “more”?  if you wanna venmo me $100 i can go buy you 2 bottles + shipping to you.  it’s at cvs and target here. 3 years is a long time. 

[Dutchrudder 11126]

I got this signed VY photo available for trade if anyone is interested. It's a 16x20 photo (not a poster), and has authentication for the signature. It's worth About $125-150 if sold on ebay, but I figured someone here may want to trade a bottle for it. It has plastic covering it for protection right now, but it would look awesome on a wall with a frame around it. Hit me up if you're interested, I'm in NW Houston, but go downtown occasionally. 

 

 

[HRSchenker 2261]

On 1/25/2022 at 3:40 PM, Herbie Hancock said:

I don’t get out much any more. This bourbon craze and all of the accompanying idiots that camp out at 6am at TW every day have totally killed the hunt for me. But I got a call about an hour ago from a guy that hasn’t called me in months, maybe years, and he has the Old Elk infinity blend with my name on it. Every dog has his day fellas.

I absolutely love bourbon but yeah I'm not gonna wait at 6am for the chance to maybe get a bottle nobody wanted two years ago. I'm just gonna drink what I have and maybe venture out to tequila.

[Herbie Hancock 7315]

I absolutely love bourbon but yeah I'm not gonna wait at 6am for the chance to maybe get a bottle nobody wanted two years ago. I'm just gonna drink what I have and maybe venture out to tequila.

Iberostar Coral Level in Cancun has access to several of the Clase Azul’s as part of their all-inclusive package and it absolutely changed my mind on tequila. I’ve probably drank more tequila in the last 7 months than I did in the previous 15 years. Has greatly helped me to preserve my bourbon stock until these idiots move on to craft gin or reverse osmosis bong water

[Party_Taco 3695]

Azul is super drinkable, but it has a ton of additives in there. If you’re interested in branching out LMK and I can point you in the right direction.

HG - Here in MD you won’t find it anywhere, even at the tater shops, so the price is whatever secondary will yield.

[Passive Aggressive Coach 87]

I had some TX bourbon whiskey last night. Never had it before. Very tasty. Highly recommend. So much so I'm going to go find a bottle of it to have at home. 

[henrygandorf 29183]

2 hours ago, Party_Taco said:

HG - Here in MD you won’t find it anywhere, even at the tater shops, so the price is whatever secondary will yield.

i know, it's ridiculous.  that's why i'm trying to help.

[Herbie Hancock 7315]

Azul is super drinkable, but it has a ton of additives in there. If you’re interested in branching out LMK and I can point you in the right direction.

HG - Here in MD you won’t find it anywhere, even at the tater shops, so the price is whatever secondary will yield.

I’m all ears. I keep a bottle of Herradura Ultra Anejo around the house too and I’ve been griped at by tequila turds that it’s not “real tequila”. Whatever that means

[Dutchrudder 11126]

4 hours ago, Passive Aggressive Coach said:

I had some TX bourbon whiskey last night. Never had it before. Very tasty. Highly recommend. So much so I'm going to go find a bottle of it to have at home. 

Is this sarcasm?

[Passive Aggressive Coach 87]

12 minutes ago, Dutchrudder said:

Is this sarcasm?

No, I liked it. My go to is 4 Roses Small Batch Select but I liked it. I know nothing about it but I was over at a friend's house watching us push in Barnes ass and it tasted good. 

[USCATX 1076]

16 minutes ago, Dutchrudder said:

Is this sarcasm?

It’s very inoffensive and tolerable.  Not actively bad like many other brands working through Texas angle.