Over the past 2 nights:
Weller Full Proof
Knob Creek 15 year
Eagle Rare
Parker’s Heritage Rye
Balvenie 21 year
I was the winner of a "Manhatten basket" charity raffle at work. Came with a bottle of Four Roses Small Batch, vermouth, cherries, and all the accouterments. Not bad for a $25 investment.
Jack Daniels Single Barrel Barrel Proof. Bought a .375 of this. Very good
On the ground in Kentucky for my first time ever. Definitely be a fair amount of bourbon consumed while I’m here. Last night was the following:
Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, 2021 release
Knob Creek 12 Year
Weller Full Proof, Hotel Distil barrel pick
Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Experience
Jameson's Black
@Insight posted:On the ground in Kentucky for my first time ever. Definitely be a fair amount of bourbon consumed while I’m here. Last night was the following:
Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, 2021 releaseKnob Creek 12 YearWeller Full Proof, Hotel Distil barrel pickBuffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Experience
I beat you to KY by two weeks, but was only in Louisville one full day as a stopover when helping my son move to Nashville (did Nashville Barrel Co. & Nelson Greenbrier (Belle Meade) while there). I toured/tasted at Michter's, Peerless & Beam (closest to Louisville). Based on what I see you post, check out Justin's House of Bourbon if you haven't already as they have unicorns and dusties galore (for a price). Going back in November to do it right with my best bourbon geek buddy.
@vinole posted:I beat you to KY by two weeks, but was only in Louisville one full day as a stopover when helping my son move to Nashville (did Nashville Barrel Co. & Nelson Greenbrier (Belle Meade) while there). I toured/tasted at Michter's, Peerless & Beam (closest to Louisville). Based on what I see you post, check out Justin's House of Bourbon if you haven't already as they have unicorns and dusties galore (for a price). Going back in November to do it right with my best bourbon geek buddy.
Was told by folks here to check out Justin’s, though I was aware they are definitely on the high end of the range for secondary market pricing. Went to browse a Liquor Barn Express the next block over from my hotel, and an employee there suggested what larger Liquor Barn locations to check out.
No tours on the agenda this trip. Will plan those for the next one out here.
As for last night’s shenanigans, had the following:
Heaven Hill Green Label 6 Year
Benchmark Full Proof
Michter’s Rye 10 Year
Weller Full Proof
@Insight posted:Was told by folks here to check out Justin’s, though I was aware they are definitely on the high end of the range for secondary market pricing. Went to browse a Liquor Barn Express the next block over from my hotel, and an employee there suggested what larger Liquor Barn locations to check out.
No tours on the agenda this trip. Will plan those for the next one out here.
As for last night’s shenanigans, had the following:
Heaven Hill Green Label 6 YearBenchmark Full ProofMichter’s Rye 10 YearWeller Full Proof
If it's any consolation, I stopped by a Total Wine and Liquor Barn on the north side of town on the way in to Louisville, and bought nothing. If you like Michter's, try to get a reservation for their cocktail bar on the top floor. We went after a regular tasting/tour and I got a flight of 4 bourbons (see pic) for $35. Also offer a rye version (2 were in my earlier tasting vs just one below). Bomberger's was the easy winner for me in that flight, but great price for what you're tasting.
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@Insight posted:Was told by folks here to check out Justin’s, though I was aware they are definitely on the high end of the range for secondary market pricing. Went to browse a Liquor Barn Express the next block over from my hotel, and an employee there suggested what larger Liquor Barn locations to check out.
No tours on the agenda this trip. Will plan those for the next one out here.
As for last night’s shenanigans, had the following:
Heaven Hill Green Label 6 YearBenchmark Full ProofMichter’s Rye 10 YearWeller Full Proof
Nice. I happened to get gas at the Louisville Costco when I was there about a year ago. Not surprisingly, they had the largest selection of bourbons I've ever seen at one of their stores, at prices that beat the distilleries.
If you want a little change of pace from the bourbons & ryes, check out Copper & Kings American Brandy in the Butchertown district. They have a nice tour & tasting as well.
Scored a Taylor barrel proof uncut and unfiltered at a local store for near msrp.
What a lovely bourbon of sweet vanillan oak that drinks way too smooth and easy.
@Insight posted:Nice score!
EH Taylor anything at near MSRP is basically impossible in CA.
i actually got mine at total wine.
69.97$ The green label
neighbor threw a party and had 10 btls of 1.75L of johnny walker blue sitting in a ice chest going around for all of the guests.
Been a while since i've had blue but it drinks incredibly well.
Peaty, fine smokiness that adds a cigar burn sweet touch that finishes incredibly long.
Had some more Jack Daniels Single Barrel Barrel Proof, followed by some Angel's Envy.
Weller 12
ORVW 10
ORVW 12
Pappy 15
I believe it was the Lot B.
Yup, Van Winkle Special Reserve Lot B 12 year is what that be. Nice flight you had!
Midleton's Dair ghaelach
my goodness, dried orange peels, spicy white peppers, light birch wood.
What a great whiskey.