Since this thread is up, I have a question for those bourbon drinkers.
I know very little about bourbon, for that matter any whiskey, as I rarely drink.
But last night, the wife and I watched a show called Bourbontucky. Kind of interesting and they showed a bourbon in a cool bottle called Blanton's Single Barrel. Evidently they are affiliated with Buffalo Trace.
I'm a sucker for cool bottles, but I also like to sip the liquor every once in a while, so has anyone ever had Blanton's?
It's not a terrible price, about $45-50 bottle. But it's a single barrel, so I have to take that into consideration.
Anyways, I was curious what the bourbon drinkers thought of it.
Since I am on the mend, I'm considering a toast to myself. LOL!
I like Blanton's and would definitely recommend it. If you like cool bottles, the Willett Pot Still is another good bourbon for roughly the same cost
That Willet Pot Still bottle is really cool looking. Very interesting.
My problem is that when I buy liquor, I'm a visual buyer. More often than not, the bottle will sit for quite some time before it gets opened. So the visual appeal of it is as much of a factor as the liquor for me.
Thanks for posting that one. I like it.
Both the Willet and the Blantons are awesome bottles and great drinks, wouldn't be disappointed with either! I would also throw in Angel's Envy in to your list, same price typical a beautiful bottle AND a delish dram!
Blanton in on my list to try. I keep trying more of the Buffalo trace offerings and really like em all! Eagle rare, buffalo trace, eh taylor... it is a little pricey though. But pretty famous
I have recently purchased and am out of or almost out of the following...Elijah Craig 12, Glenmorangie 12 & Yamazaki 12
1- any recommendation for similar priced/styles. Very new to scotch, bourbon and whiskey but have really enjoyed them
2-any recommendation for a scotch that's a step up but won't kill the bank account? Maybe like $60-80
Thanks guys!
Yeah, congrats Dave first off and hope these help! For the Elijah Craig I would point you to the Eagle Rare 10 year Single Barrel, or the Four Roses Small Batch. All three of those are pretty much the same price point and same quality and delish etc. As for the Glenmorangie, I would point you to Macallan 10 year fine oak or 12 year, bit more expensive but not too much and I think you will like it much much better than the Glenmorangie. The Yamazaki 12 is terrific and a great example of Japanese whiskey that I love, try out the Hibiki 12 year for similar but different
As for the 2nd one on scotch, on the cheaper side for very smokey and peaty would be Highland Park 12 year, for more expensive but much better I would say Talker 10 year for smoky and peaty again. On the expensive side but one of the best scotches and values out there I would say the Lagavulin 16 year (I think it is 16 year lol) for around $80-100 depending on where you are and sales etc. I also would once again point you in the Macallan 12 year realm, or the Balvenie 12 year Doublewood or the 14 year Caribbean Cask. Or my personal fav (its a smokey peaty guy again which is what I like) would be the Cragganmoore 12 year, that is the one that made me fall in love with scotch in the first place!
Happy hunting and best of luck!!!! Cheers
Thanks Irish for your help - Are all the scotch's in the second paragraph "peaty". I ask only because a buddy who got me into scotch does not like that style, and any of his I have tried I like...so I am not sure if I have had any that are overly peaty.
I am just a little nervous about buying an entire bottle
Thanks brotha
I have recently purchased and am out of or almost out of the following...Elijah Craig 12, Glenmorangie 12 & Yamazaki 12
1- any recommendation for similar priced/styles. Very new to scotch, bourbon and whiskey but have really enjoyed them
2-any recommendation for a scotch that's a step up but won't kill the bank account? Maybe like $60-80
Thanks guys!
Yeah, congrats Dave first off and hope these help! For the Elijah Craig I would point you to the Eagle Rare 10 year Single Barrel, or the Four Roses Small Batch. All three of those are pretty much the same price point and same quality and delish etc. As for the Glenmorangie, I would point you to Macallan 10 year fine oak or 12 year, bit more expensive but not too much and I think you will like it much much better than the Glenmorangie. The Yamazaki 12 is terrific and a great example of Japanese whiskey that I love, try out the Hibiki 12 year for similar but different
As for the 2nd one on scotch, on the cheaper side for very smokey and peaty would be Highland Park 12 year, for more expensive but much better I would say Talker 10 year for smoky and peaty again. On the expensive side but one of the best scotches and values out there I would say the Lagavulin 16 year (I think it is 16 year lol) for around $80-100 depending on where you are and sales etc. I also would once again point you in the Macallan 12 year realm, or the Balvenie 12 year Doublewood or the 14 year Caribbean Cask. Or my personal fav (its a smokey peaty guy again which is what I like) would be the Cragganmoore 12 year, that is the one that made me fall in love with scotch in the first place!
Happy hunting and best of luck!!!! Cheers
Thanks Irish for your help - Are all the scotch's in the second paragraph "peaty". I ask only because a buddy who got me into scotch does not like that style, and any of his I have tried I like...so I am not sure if I have had any that are overly peaty.
I am just a little nervous about buying an entire bottle
Thanks brotha
The talisker 10 is a little smokey. I think more hickory than peat. My favorite scotch so far. The lagavulin is peaty. The balvenies are not smokey at all. Doublewood is awesome, honey and fruity And I've heard carribean cask is very good. I haven't had the others Brett mentioned, but he won't steer you wrong.
Go grab some ounce pours at a bar! Fun way to find what you like.
I've looked at the Angel's Envy. I really liked the look of it.
Now I've got 3 ideas of cool bottles and recommended liquors.
Come this summer, I may have to start looking for them. I know the local has the Blanton's.
If you want a cool bottle, a scotch (not bourbon, sorry, don't throw me off the thread) called Sheep Dip has a version that comes with a place to put the bottle that looks kinda like a barrel lined in sheep skin. And the scotch isn't half bad either.
Since this thread is up, I have a question for those bourbon drinkers.
I know very little about bourbon, for that matter any whiskey, as I rarely drink.
But last night, the wife and I watched a show called Bourbontucky. Kind of interesting and they showed a bourbon in a cool bottle called Blanton's Single Barrel. Evidently they are affiliated with Buffalo Trace.
I'm a sucker for cool bottles, but I also like to sip the liquor every once in a while, so has anyone ever had Blanton's?
It's not a terrible price, about $45-50 bottle. But it's a single barrel, so I have to take that into consideration.
Anyways, I was curious what the bourbon drinkers thought of it.
Since I am on the mend, I'm considering a toast to myself. LOL!
I like Blanton's and would definitely recommend it. If you like cool bottles, the Willett Pot Still is another good bourbon for roughly the same cost
That Willet Pot Still bottle is really cool looking. Very interesting.
My problem is that when I buy liquor, I'm a visual buyer. More often than not, the bottle will sit for quite some time before it gets opened. So the visual appeal of it is as much of a factor as the liquor for me.
Thanks for posting that one. I like it.
Both the Willet and the Blantons are awesome bottles and great drinks, wouldn't be disappointed with either! I would also throw in Angel's Envy in to your list, same price typical a beautiful bottle AND a delish dram!
Blanton in on my list to try. I keep trying more of the Buffalo trace offerings and really like em all! Eagle rare, buffalo trace, eh taylor... it is a little pricey though. But pretty famous
+1 I like almost everything Buffalo Trace. I also don't think Heaven Hill has a bourbon I don't enjoy.
I have recently purchased and am out of or almost out of the following...Elijah Craig 12, Glenmorangie 12 & Yamazaki 12
1- any recommendation for similar priced/styles. Very new to scotch, bourbon and whiskey but have really enjoyed them
2-any recommendation for a scotch that's a step up but won't kill the bank account? Maybe like $60-80
Thanks guys!
Yeah, congrats Dave first off and hope these help! For the Elijah Craig I would point you to the Eagle Rare 10 year Single Barrel, or the Four Roses Small Batch. All three of those are pretty much the same price point and same quality and delish etc. As for the Glenmorangie, I would point you to Macallan 10 year fine oak or 12 year, bit more expensive but not too much and I think you will like it much much better than the Glenmorangie. The Yamazaki 12 is terrific and a great example of Japanese whiskey that I love, try out the Hibiki 12 year for similar but different
As for the 2nd one on scotch, on the cheaper side for very smokey and peaty would be Highland Park 12 year, for more expensive but much better I would say Talker 10 year for smoky and peaty again. On the expensive side but one of the best scotches and values out there I would say the Lagavulin 16 year (I think it is 16 year lol) for around $80-100 depending on where you are and sales etc. I also would once again point you in the Macallan 12 year realm, or the Balvenie 12 year Doublewood or the 14 year Caribbean Cask. Or my personal fav (its a smokey peaty guy again which is what I like) would be the Cragganmoore 12 year, that is the one that made me fall in love with scotch in the first place!
Happy hunting and best of luck!!!! Cheers
Thanks Irish for your help - Are all the scotch's in the second paragraph "peaty". I ask only because a buddy who got me into scotch does not like that style, and any of his I have tried I like...so I am not sure if I have had any that are overly peaty.
I am just a little nervous about buying an entire bottle
Thanks brotha
No problem Dave, as Gray said many if those are smoke and peat but anything from Macallan or the Balvenie's that i mentioned arent and would treat you very well!
I've looked at the Angel's Envy. I really liked the look of it.
Now I've got 3 ideas of cool bottles and recommended liquors.
Come this summer, I may have to start looking for them. I know the local has the Blanton's.
If you want a cool bottle, a scotch (not bourbon, sorry, don't throw me off the thread) called Sheep Dip has a version that comes with a place to put the bottle that looks kinda like a barrel lined in sheep skin. And the scotch isn't half bad either.
Awesome sounds cool will have to check that out thanks Ken
Since this thread is up, I have a question for those bourbon drinkers.
I know very little about bourbon, for that matter any whiskey, as I rarely drink.
But last night, the wife and I watched a show called Bourbontucky. Kind of interesting and they showed a bourbon in a cool bottle called Blanton's Single Barrel. Evidently they are affiliated with Buffalo Trace.
I'm a sucker for cool bottles, but I also like to sip the liquor every once in a while, so has anyone ever had Blanton's?
It's not a terrible price, about $45-50 bottle. But it's a single barrel, so I have to take that into consideration.
Anyways, I was curious what the bourbon drinkers thought of it.
Since I am on the mend, I'm considering a toast to myself. LOL!
I like Blanton's and would definitely recommend it. If you like cool bottles, the Willett Pot Still is another good bourbon for roughly the same cost
That Willet Pot Still bottle is really cool looking. Very interesting.
My problem is that when I buy liquor, I'm a visual buyer. More often than not, the bottle will sit for quite some time before it gets opened. So the visual appeal of it is as much of a factor as the liquor for me.
Thanks for posting that one. I like it.
Both the Willet and the Blantons are awesome bottles and great drinks, wouldn't be disappointed with either! I would also throw in Angel's Envy in to your list, same price typical a beautiful bottle AND a delish dram!
Blanton in on my list to try. I keep trying more of the Buffalo trace offerings and really like em all! Eagle rare, buffalo trace, eh taylor... it is a little pricey though. But pretty famous
+1 I like almost everything Buffalo Trace. I also don't think Heaven Hill has a bourbon I don't enjoy.
So far I would have to agree I love BT stuff as well as the little Heaven Hill i have had
Since this thread is up, I have a question for those bourbon drinkers.
I know very little about bourbon, for that matter any whiskey, as I rarely drink.
But last night, the wife and I watched a show called Bourbontucky. Kind of interesting and they showed a bourbon in a cool bottle called Blanton's Single Barrel. Evidently they are affiliated with Buffalo Trace.
I'm a sucker for cool bottles, but I also like to sip the liquor every once in a while, so has anyone ever had Blanton's?
It's not a terrible price, about $45-50 bottle. But it's a single barrel, so I have to take that into consideration.
Anyways, I was curious what the bourbon drinkers thought of it.
Since I am on the mend, I'm considering a toast to myself. LOL!
I like Blanton's and would definitely recommend it. If you like cool bottles, the Willett Pot Still is another good bourbon for roughly the same cost
That Willet Pot Still bottle is really cool looking. Very interesting.
My problem is that when I buy liquor, I'm a visual buyer. More often than not, the bottle will sit for quite some time before it gets opened. So the visual appeal of it is as much of a factor as the liquor for me.
Thanks for posting that one. I like it.
Both the Willet and the Blantons are awesome bottles and great drinks, wouldn't be disappointed with either! I would also throw in Angel's Envy in to your list, same price typical a beautiful bottle AND a delish dram!
Blanton in on my list to try. I keep trying more of the Buffalo trace offerings and really like em all! Eagle rare, buffalo trace, eh taylor... it is a little pricey though. But pretty famous
+1 I like almost everything Buffalo Trace. I also don't think Heaven Hill has a bourbon I don't enjoy.
So far I would have to agree I love BT stuff as well as the little Heaven Hill i have had
I've never had anything from heaven hill. They are a pretty big distillery, aren't they?
Since this thread is up, I have a question for those bourbon drinkers.
I know very little about bourbon, for that matter any whiskey, as I rarely drink.
But last night, the wife and I watched a show called Bourbontucky. Kind of interesting and they showed a bourbon in a cool bottle called Blanton's Single Barrel. Evidently they are affiliated with Buffalo Trace.
I'm a sucker for cool bottles, but I also like to sip the liquor every once in a while, so has anyone ever had Blanton's?
It's not a terrible price, about $45-50 bottle. But it's a single barrel, so I have to take that into consideration.
Anyways, I was curious what the bourbon drinkers thought of it.
Since I am on the mend, I'm considering a toast to myself. LOL!
I like Blanton's and would definitely recommend it. If you like cool bottles, the Willett Pot Still is another good bourbon for roughly the same cost
That Willet Pot Still bottle is really cool looking. Very interesting.
My problem is that when I buy liquor, I'm a visual buyer. More often than not, the bottle will sit for quite some time before it gets opened. So the visual appeal of it is as much of a factor as the liquor for me.
Thanks for posting that one. I like it.
Both the Willet and the Blantons are awesome bottles and great drinks, wouldn't be disappointed with either! I would also throw in Angel's Envy in to your list, same price typical a beautiful bottle AND a delish dram!
Blanton in on my list to try. I keep trying more of the Buffalo trace offerings and really like em all! Eagle rare, buffalo trace, eh taylor... it is a little pricey though. But pretty famous
+1 I like almost everything Buffalo Trace. I also don't think Heaven Hill has a bourbon I don't enjoy.
So far I would have to agree I love BT stuff as well as the little Heaven Hill i have had
I've never had anything from heaven hill. They are a pretty big distillery, aren't they?
Yes. They make Evan Williams, Elijah Craig, Rittenhouse, Larceny, Bernheim, Parkers Heritage and more. Lots of good stuff in my opinion!
Yes. They make Evan Williams, Elijah Craig, Rittenhouse, Larceny, Bernheim, Parkers Heritage and more. Lots of good stuff in my opinion!
Not knowing a lot about liquors, I do like Evan Williams, Knob Creek and Buffalo Trace.
To me, Evan Williams is a pretty under-rated bourbon.
I hate to admit it, but their Honey bourbon and Cinnamon bourbon are very good.
Yes. They make Evan Williams, Elijah Craig, Rittenhouse, Larceny, Bernheim, Parkers Heritage and more. Lots of good stuff in my opinion!
Not knowing a lot about liquors, I do like Evan Williams, Knob Creek and Buffalo Trace.
To me, Evan Williams is a pretty under-rated bourbon.
I hate to admit it, but their Honey bourbon and Cinnamon bourbon are very good.
There is nothing wrong with flavored whiskey at all it simply isnt what many of us reach for is all, i honest to god like the Jack Tennessee Honey to sip on from time to time very smooth and sweet. Its my version of whiskey candy haha
Yes. They make Evan Williams, Elijah Craig, Rittenhouse, Larceny, Bernheim, Parkers Heritage and more. Lots of good stuff in my opinion!
Not knowing a lot about liquors, I do like Evan Williams, Knob Creek and Buffalo Trace.
To me, Evan Williams is a pretty under-rated bourbon.
I hate to admit it, but their Honey bourbon and Cinnamon bourbon are very good.
There is nothing wrong with flavored whiskey at all it simply isnt what many of us reach for is all, i honest to god like the Jack Tennessee Honey to sip on from time to time very smooth and sweet. Its my version of whiskey candy haha
I go between Jack Daniel's Honey and Evan Williams Honey.
To me, the Evan Williams is a little smoother. The Jack Daniel's Honey has that distinct Jack Daniel's bite that I have to be in the mood for, if that makes any sense.
Yes. They make Evan Williams, Elijah Craig, Rittenhouse, Larceny, Bernheim, Parkers Heritage and more. Lots of good stuff in my opinion!
Not knowing a lot about liquors, I do like Evan Williams, Knob Creek and Buffalo Trace.
To me, Evan Williams is a pretty under-rated bourbon.
I hate to admit it, but their Honey bourbon and Cinnamon bourbon are very good.
There is nothing wrong with flavored whiskey at all it simply isnt what many of us reach for is all, i honest to god like the Jack Tennessee Honey to sip on from time to time very smooth and sweet. Its my version of whiskey candy haha
I go between Jack Daniel's Honey and Evan Williams Honey.
To me, the Evan Williams is a little smoother. The Jack Daniel's Honey has that distinct Jack Daniel's bite that I have to be in the mood for, if that makes any sense.
I know what you mean about the JD, any JD product has a destinct JD "taste" its a specific sour mash corn bite dont know how to say it better but i get what you mean. To me i like that but i also dont like to drink JD nightly, hence why i like that bite because i dont have it super frequently.
Dude, I was just looking for this thread, thanks for bumping it for me!! I just got an email about Prichard's Double Chocolate Bourbon. Um, yes please!!!
Dude, I was just looking for this thread, thanks for bumping it for me!! I just got an email about Prichard's Double Chocolate Bourbon. Um, yes please!!!
Dude, I was just looking for this thread, thanks for bumping it for me!! I just got an email about Prichard's Double Chocolate Bourbon. Um, yes please!!!
Was that from Caskers?
Yes, from Caskers. I showed my husband and told him I want it. I didn't see him take out his phone to add it to the gift ideas for Kelly list though He's pretty good at remembering this stuff, so he'll probably add it at some point. I am definitely going to keep my eye out for it. Or maybe just order it online. Our county sucks for finding good liquor. We found a liquor store in DC by our office, but their prices can be a bit off the mark. Like they want $149.99 for a bottle of Stagg Jr. that retails for about $49.99 in most places. They have a crazy select though. Four Roses Single Barrel LE 2014 (299.99), and a lot of Pappy (um, like 1999.99 a bottle). We're actually thinking of asking about the Stagg Jr. to see if that's a mistake or if he'd be willing to sell it at a cheaper, much cheaper, price.
Yeah, it looked good. They had a Jameson Black Barrel Reserve for under $40 the other day that I thought about jumping on. We live out in the sticks in a dry county so finding a good selection close can be a pain.
What type of glasses do yall drink out of? Do you have specific glasses for different types?
Well, the other day my husband was using a red solo cup Ok, he was shoveling and I'm guessing didn't want to break a glass. I just have rocks glasses. I know Brett uses Glencairn glasses (you can get them on Amazon). I think I'm going to order some soon.
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Go grab some ounce pours at a bar! Fun way to find what you like.
To me, Evan Williams is a pretty under-rated bourbon.
I hate to admit it, but their Honey bourbon and Cinnamon bourbon are very good.
To me, the Evan Williams is a little smoother. The Jack Daniel's Honey has that distinct Jack Daniel's bite that I have to be in the mood for, if that makes any sense.
You smoke a Java Mint or a Moontrace while you are sipping on it?
you are OK Tony, but no excuse for Brett
http://whiskyadvocate.com/events/whiskyfest-chicago/whiskyfest-chicago-whisky-list/
Heres some other gtr articles. Enjoy,,,(the Blue hanger is definitely on my wtt list)
http://whiskyadvocate.com/whisky/2015/02/09/whisky-advocates-spring-2015-issues-top-10-whiskies-reviewed/
http://whiskyadvocate.com/whisky/2015/02/06/latest-discus-numbers-confirm-whiskey-growth-still-strong/
http://food52.com/recipes/10252-sugar-steak-with-bourbon
Yes, from Caskers. I showed my husband and told him I want it. I didn't see him take out his phone to add it to the gift ideas for Kelly list though
Well, the other day my husband was using a red solo cup