Official Bourbon thread

[89coupe]

Figure we should have an official bourbon thread since so many on here enjoy a good bourbon.

My current stash.

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Eagle Rare can be had at Highlander liquor store for $55 with a corporate discount.

[SkiBum5.0]

Alas, I am a mere South of Dunbow peasant and do not get Corp discount.

[89coupe]

Alas, I am a mere South of Dunbow peasant and do not get Corp discount.

I’m sure if you asked they would give you the discount.

[Brent.ff]

What’s this about highlander and a corporate discount?!

[roopi]

Where's the Pappy? Reading Pappyland right now and it a decent read.

I don't care for the Woodford and would take Knob Creek over it. Michters is good stuff though.

[OTown]

I love Makers Mark, mostly use it for old fashioned's but great on its own. Ive been looking at the Eagle Rare, any recommendations for places/price?

[89coupe]

Picked this up tonight to celebrate another deal.

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[roopi]

Its a good one worth a try

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[OTown]

Anyone have this one?

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Pretty damn decent!

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a26749658/legent-bourbon-jim-beam-suntory-interview/

[skandalouz_08]

Its a good one worth a try

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That's one of my faves. Always have a bottle laying around for a night cap.

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

I've been through a few bottles of Legent. It's a pretty good daily driver for $50.

[SKR]

Its a good one worth a try

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That's one of my faves. Always have a bottle laying around for a night cap.

I've got a jug of that too. It's been a while since I had any of it, but I like it.

[Brent.ff]

Its a good one worth a try

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Yup this one is a winner, and was $10 off at Sobeys last week. Really really good.

[KRyn]

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[Impreza]

Drinking a bunch of Old Forester 1920 lately. Really good stuff. Also can't go wrong with Wild Turkey Rare Breed for the price.

[roopi]

Fine, you have all convinced me to go and buy a bottle. Will report my findings soon.

$45 at Highlander this week:

https://highlanderwine.com/product/basil-haydens-8yr-old-small-batch-bourbon-750ml/

[OTown]

$45 at Highlander this week:

https://highlanderwine.com/product/basil-haydens-8yr-old-small-batch-bourbon-750ml/

Thx for the heads up! Got one of those and a Buffalo trace (also on sale) for 80$ total. Not too shabby.

[gqmw]

Some good ones - I really like Jeffersons.

Surprised nobody has mentioned Blantons.

[89coupe]

Anyone have this one?

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Pretty damn decent!

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a26749658/legent-bourbon-jim-beam-suntory-interview/


I had a bottle, quite enjoyed it.

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[schurchill39]

I think I am going to have to disagree with you guys on the Legent. The flavor is overpowered by the alcohol burn you get from young spirits. Usually with spirits like this you can mellow them out with a bit of water but I haven't found that to be the case with Legent. I'd rate it slightly better than Woodford's Double Oaked which is swill.

I think my favorite all around bourbon is Eagle Rare. You can find it for $60-$80 and its got a phenomenal flavor profile that fits almost any situation, if I had to pick only one bottle to drink this would be it. Hudson's Baby Bourbon was my second favorite but it's been hard to find lately.

Basil Hayden is a good introductory bourbon for someone who thinks they want to get into it but not sure or maybe are used to mixing their whisky. I find it sweeter with a smooth simple flavor profile. It makes a great gift.

Out of the ~10+ bottles I currently have on the go I think the Garrison Brother's is my current favorite, its definitely on the more expensive end for bourbons but totally worth it IMO. Any Texas based bourbon seems (to me) to have almost a sour mash undertone to it which adds a really nice robust mouth feel. TX Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey is another one that would fit into that category but it definitely needs an ice cube to mellow it out and really bring out the flavor.

Like how Bob McKenzie is a wine glass snob, I'm a bit of a Whisky tumbler snob. I've got a few of the Norlan Glass tumblers that make the experience so much better. If you want to treat yourself I highly recommend picking up the Rauk Heavy Tumbler (https://norlanglass.com/products/rauk-heavy-tumbler?variant=32120585322566). I've got a set of the Valid (black) whisky glasses too as a back up but the heavy tumbler is where its at.

[Impreza]

Some good ones - I really like Jeffersons.

Surprised nobody has mentioned Blantons.

Big fan of Blanton's. Blantons gold is hard to match for that price!

[roopi]

I'm a fan of Koval and great price at 54% off: https://www.willowpark.net/products/aglc-koval-bourbon-805907

[schurchill39]

I'm a fan of Koval and great price at 54% off: https://www.willowpark.net/products/aglc-koval-bourbon-805907

I like those notes they have listed for it. I'll have to make a trip on Monday to pick up a bottle.

[Brent.ff]

They were out in store late afternoon yesterday

[89coupe]

Picked this up today

...oops wrong thread

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[89coupe]

Picked this up today

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[dirtsniffer]

Picked up 750ml of makers mark, on sale for $30 at coop.

Anyone try the costco bourbon?

[ExtraSlow]

I like makers Mark.

[skandalouz_08]

Picked up 750ml of makers mark, on sale for $30 at coop.

Anyone try the costco bourbon?

Haven't tried the Costco bourbon but I have tried the Co-op brand bourbon and it was decent for mixed drinks or with soda,etc.

[dirtsniffer]

Costco bourbon only available in the states

[89coupe]

Picked this up today.

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[roopi]

Solid buy. I tried it a few weeks ago as well.

[89coupe]

Solid buy. I tried it a few weeks ago as well.

Any good? I bought it simply because of the name haha

[KRyn]

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[LilDrunkenSmurf]

Picked this up today.

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Where did you get it? It's been on my want to try list for a while.

[ExtraSlow]

Coupe has small hands

[89coupe]

Where did you get it? It's been on my want to try list for a while.

Highlander Wine & Spirits

[ThePenIsMightier]

Please recommend me a $150-$200 bottle of bourbon and a place it can be bought at.

#CheapGift
Joke about blowing dudes. Etc.

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

Most bourbon's are way cheaper than that, but I'm curious to see what suggestions come from this.

[tirebob]

Most bourbon's are way cheaper than that, but I'm curious to see what suggestions come from this.Most shitty bourbons... :rofl: I am just messin' with ya!

[punguuu]

Little Book Chapter 3 for $149 at Kensington Wine Market but probably could find it cheaper at Coop if they still have leftover stock
New Riff Single Barrel Rye for $110 is fantastic

Bourbon priced in that range generally isn't really better. More so craft/small batch distiller pricing high to attract people that think higher$ = better.

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

I went out of my way looking for an expensive bourbon for a buddy's wedding, and most of the bottles were in the 50-120 range.
Except for small batch/limited stuff.

[ThePenIsMightier]

Ok but you couldn't buy the lid from an empty bottle of Pappy Van Winkles for $200 so it's not like the expensive shit doesn't exist.

[Euro_Trash]

Big fan of Orphan Barrel. Bookers, Michters also really good.

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

Orphan Barrel is great. Colonel EH Taylor is a personal fav, but good luck finding any right now.

[punguuu]

EH Taylor Small batch pops up on the shelf at Wine and Beyond from time to time. Also see it on craft cellar's site at least once a month.

Hard to purchase but not nearly as impossible as some of the unicorns.

[89coupe]

Current bourbons I have, my favourite is probably Michters

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[SkiBum5.0]

Please recommend me a $150-$200 bottle of bourbon and a place it can be bought at.

#CheapGift
Joke about blowing dudes. Etc.

Michter’s 10yr or Waller Reserve. Price will work, but they are very hard to find. Best bet is Craft Cellars or Zyn

[ThePenIsMightier]

Thanks everyone! I like the idea of Little Book so I'll see if Willow Park Spirits has that or something similar. I expect they will. Barring that, I might be in Kensington this weekend.

Recall it's a gift so even when higher $/mL doesn't mean shit, it's still a great gift to help someone find that out without blowing their own money.

[SkiBum5.0]

I like this one. Tried a different bottle102310 that was really strong. This one is much better.

[RX_EVOLV]

Michter’s 10yr or Waller Reserve. Price will work, but they are very hard to find. Best bet is Craft Cellars or Zyn

Craft has the 10yo and its a great gift, but a bit over $250 now

[schurchill39]

I really like the Garrison Brother's Texas Bourbon. It can be had for $140-160 ish at Willowpark. I like to have a bottle on hand for special occasions.

[ThePenIsMightier]

Acquired.
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[SKR]

Acquired.

1. Why is it on the floor?
2. Do you mix it with Coke?

[ThePenIsMightier]

1. Why is it on the floor?
2. Do you mix it with Coke?

It's not photogenic due to its silly packaging.
I'm hoping to get some when I present it as a gift.
You know damn well what to do with that statement.

I am surprised and disappointed that it's a Jim Beam product now that I read the fine print on the labeling. But whatever - I really find the idea of premium Rye and premium Bourbon a bit silly, so time will tell. My mind isn't closed to the concept.
It's strong as bawls though! Something like 63% boozahol

[ExtraSlow]

All those scotches are owned by the big brands too. It's all "a bit silly" for every kind of booze.

[punguuu]

Well you can call it a Suntory product seeing how Suntory bought Beam.

It's high ABV but doesn't drink like it. Elijah Craig Barrel Strength while flavor is good, burns like eating a carolina reaper.

[cherpintow]

Ordered this from Willow Park Wine & Spirits as a Christmas gift to myself. I figure it's a good opportunity to try a bunch of different bourbons without having to buy the whole bottle each time.

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[ExtraSlow]

Nice.

[OTown]

Wow that looks expensive but hella awesome!!

[msommers]

Ordered this from Willow Park Wine & Spirits as a Christmas gift to myself. I figure it's a good opportunity to try a bunch of different bourbons without having to buy the whole bottle each time.

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How much we talking? Cuz that sounds amazing

[davidI]

How much we talking? Cuz that sounds amazing

$200

https://www.willowpark.net/collections/advent-calendars/products/blank-bourbon-advent-2021-brbnadvent2021#

[roopi]

Ordered this from Willow Park Wine & Spirits as a Christmas gift to myself. I figure it's a good opportunity to try a bunch of different bourbons without having to buy the whole bottle each time.

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I was going to order this but hesitant. Do you have a list of the bourbons included?

[mr2mike]

What we should do is get a group together.
Small taster bottles and everyone contributes to the tasting cause.
But I know some cheap f*cks will taint it with Johnnie Walker Red.

[davidI]

What we should do is get a group together.
Small taster bottles and everyone contributes to the tasting cause.
But I know some cheap f*cks will taint it with Johnnie Walker Red.

In my club of ~22 guys we each pitch 12£ and have 265£ to work with each month for 3 bottles. One person is nominated to organize and they do a presentation and present the bottles so our first taste of each is blind.

[mr2mike]

Fun!

[cherpintow]

I was going to order this but hesitant. Do you have a list of the bourbons included?

Here is the list of bourbon's included for those curious, also I should add the samples are 50ml or 1.7oz, so not a lot.

Blanton’s Original
Russell’s Reserve 10 year
Elijah Craig Small Batch
Wild Turkey Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Booker’s Bourbon No 2021 – 01 “Donohoe’s Batch”
Garrison Brothers Small Batch
Michter’s US*1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Woodford Reserve
Koval Single Barrel
Wild Turkey Longbranch
Four Roses Kentucky Straight Bourbon
I.W. Harper
Woodford Reserve Willow Park Personal Barrel
Bulleit Barrel Strength
Jim Beam Black Triple Aged
Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Straight
Makers Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Bullleit Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Angel’s Envy Bourbon
1792 Bottled in Bond Willow Park Barrel
Old Grand Dad Bourbon
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon
291 Colorado Bourbon Whiskey Small Batch

[OTown]

That's not a bad list! Lots of good stuff in there

[89coupe]

Picked this up today

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[roopi]

You will enjoy the 1920. Hope you didn't pay too much for it. I've seen it range from $60 - $90.

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Here is the list of bourbon's included for those curious, also I should add the samples are 50ml or 1.7oz, so not a lot.

Blanton’s Original
Russell’s Reserve 10 year
Elijah Craig Small Batch
Wild Turkey Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Booker’s Bourbon No 2021 – 01 “Donohoe’s Batch”
Garrison Brothers Small Batch
Michter’s US*1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Woodford Reserve
Koval Single Barrel
Wild Turkey Longbranch
Four Roses Kentucky Straight Bourbon
I.W. Harper
Woodford Reserve Willow Park Personal Barrel
Bulleit Barrel Strength
Jim Beam Black Triple Aged
Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Straight
Makers Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Bullleit Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Angel’s Envy Bourbon
1792 Bottled in Bond Willow Park Barrel
Old Grand Dad Bourbon
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon
291 Colorado Bourbon Whiskey Small Batch

Thanks for sharing this. Glad I passed on this as there isn't much in there that I haven't tried. Was hoping there was going to be 1 or 2 of the more hard to come by bourbons.

[punguuu]

I don't think I have ever seen Willow Park sell any allocated items. I figure they just save them for friends or high dollar customers.

I do think the Booker's Bourbon is mislabeled in the sample box because I've talked to a Beam rep and he had said we don't get the 01 02 03 04 batches. In Canada, we only get the 01E which could be anything.

The 1920 is great and rumors is that 1910 will be available in Canada next spring.

[punguuu]

For anyone that wants a EH Taylor Small Batch, craft cellars has it in stock right now Dec 14, 2021 at 10:11AM

**Sold Out**

[KRyn]

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[schurchill39]

EH Taylor is definitely up on my list of delicious Bourbons. Totally worth it if you can find it.

[bjstare]

It sold out less than 3 min after that post. I was on the website by 10:14 and there was none left haha

[cyra1ax]

Shot in the dark, but anyone have a lead on Stagg Jr? Liquor Connect shows a bunch of places that have ordered it recently, but its not exactly accurate.

[roopi]

Never seen a Stagg on the shelf in Calgary.

[punguuu]

In retrospec, I should have bought one EH and let whoever wanted it to pick it up. I'll do that next time.

The only time I've seen Stagg Jr is lottery. I doubt it will ever be on a shelf.

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

I haven't seen stagg jr in years on the shelf, but I still have a bottle of George T Stagg unopened.

[cyra1ax]

Hmm, thanks for the notes everyone! Figured there was a pretty slim chance anyways.

[89coupe]

Go to World of Whiskey, they can order you anything if it’s available.

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

Hmm, thanks for the notes everyone! Figured there was a pretty slim chance anyways.

Call around. I just scored myself the last bottle at one of the co-ops by doing so. They don't put them out anymore, because they move so fast. World of whiskey might be able to pull some in from other stores, depending on how much volume the store itself has.

[cyra1ax]

Roger that, was planning on going there on Wednesday anyways.

[punguuu]

EH Taylor Small batch in stock again at craft cellars 12/21/2021 8:51am

**Sold out** I managed to put an order in so if someone wants it, let me know.

[roopi]

EH Taylor Small batch in stock again at craft cellars 12/21/2021 8:51am

**Sold out** I managed to put an order in so if someone wants it, let me know.

If you don't want it I'll take it. I've killed a bottle before but wouldn't mind another. But also if someone else wants it that hasn't had it I'm willing to pass.

[punguuu]

All yours roopi, I haven't gotten the ready to pickup email from craft cellar yet.

PM me your number and we can meet at craft cellar

[OTown]

I've delved back into the Basil Hayden. Pretty damn tasty.

[cherpintow]

EH Taylor Small batch in stock again at craft cellars 12/21/2021 8:51am

**Sold out** I managed to put an order in so if someone wants it, let me know.

Do you have an alert setup for this or do you just happen to check the website?

[punguuu]

I just randomly check in the morning and sometimes I get lucky. Only with the Eh Taylor though since I don't see anything else.

[KRyn]

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[punguuu]

I'm sure we all go on bourbon hunt and get disappointed when things goes out of stock.
I still have half a bottle of the EH Taylor and I know its a harder to get bottle so I'm just trying to build bourbon karma for the unicorn.

[roopi]

All yours roopi, I haven't gotten the ready to pickup email from craft cellar yet.

PM me your number and we can meet at craft cellar

Thanks but KRyn can have it. I have a lot of bottles on the go now so it wouldn't be opened by me for a while.

[punguuu]

KRyn PM with your number, craft cellar emailed me the order is good for pick up now.

[punguuu]

I've delved back into the Basil Hayden. Pretty damn tasty.

Should try Old Granddad Bonded then, its the same mashbill but 100 proof instead of the usual 80 proof for Basil

[89coupe]

Gonna have some of this tonight

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[LilDrunkenSmurf]

I finished off my bottle of Larceny so fast, I really enjoyed it. I need to grab another.

[roopi]

89coupe where did you find the barrel proof?

[89coupe]

89coupe where did you find the barrel proof?

It came from Willow Park Wines & Spirits

[davidI]

Gifts to myself for a successful Dry January. Overpaid for the Rare Breed (44€) but it's been difficult to find and was partially offset by finding the EW for 50% off at 8.50€.

Going to try and stay dry a little longer so reviews will need to wait... Hopefully more gifts coming to the Scotch thread soon!

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[89coupe]

Dipping into this tonight

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