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Posted: 12/12/2018 10:42:46 PM EDT
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Knob Creek is my go to.
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Posted: 12/12/2018 10:43:15 PM EDT
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Bulliet is good and strong. If want a great sipping one Woodford Reserve. If just wanted to get fucked up. Evan Williams bottle in bond is 100% and where I am goes for $26 for governor.
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Posted: 12/12/2018 10:51:14 PM EDT
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Weller Special Reserve. The 12 year old and Old Antique are good but hard to find.
Old Forester Whiskey Row Series. The 1897 and 1910 are my favorites. Buffalo Trace is pretty good. Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit is a little more expensive but really good imo. |
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Posted: 12/12/2018 11:00:33 PM EDT
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Makers is decent daily drinking.
Basil Hayden’s for the pretty good stuff. PappyVanWinkle for the top end. Or just go McAllan 15 yr, as it’s actually obtainium. Which then gets you into a whole other world, scotch. |
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Posted: 12/12/2018 11:05:34 PM EDT
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If you want sweeter, try the wheated offerings first.
Makers is the most available wheated mash, It's not my thing, but many like it. Bernheims or Larceny are a couple others. If you like Bulleit, try Bulleit Rye. It's a bit spicier, but really good for the price IMO. ETA: Some really good info in this one that may help you understand your tastes. https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/Sweet-bourbon/185-2148424/?page=1&anc=75328081#i75328081 |
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Posted: 12/12/2018 11:15:27 PM EDT
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Also watch the proof ratings if you want to ease into it and find some "strong" for your tastes.
Bourbon is all over the place. Some start at around 80 proof, and some barrel strength can be nearly 140. Four Roses Single Barrel is 100. Bulleit is around 90. |
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Posted: 12/13/2018 12:35:06 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2018 2:31:11 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2018 3:38:35 AM EDT
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DICKEL BARREL SELECT WHISKY 750ML
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Posted: 12/13/2018 6:58:35 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2018 8:40:35 PM EDT
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Eagle Rare
Buffalo Trace 4 Roses Small Batch Basil Hayden’s Tin Cup is ok, but it’s a blend of two different juices. Maker’s Mark is pretty good, Maker’s 46 is a little sweeter if you’re in to that flavor profile. |
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Posted: 12/13/2018 11:39:47 PM EDT
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Some have been mentioned already.
For wheated: Weller SR Larceny (easy to find) Rebel Yell Small Batch Makers 46 Non wheated: Blanton’s Eagle Rare EH Taylor 1792 Old Forrester Prohibition Woodford Reserve (easy to get) I actually like the regular over the double oak. Your taste buds will change over time as you go down the Bourbon voyage. What I didn’t like a few years ago I like now. Start building your collection. Don’t sell anything or give anything away you don’t care for today. Chances are you’ll knock the dust off later and enjoy it. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 12:15:33 PM EDT
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Just remember that expensive =/= good. Alot of higher end bourbons people love, are so well loved because of how complex and flavorful they are.
An inexperienced palate can find alot of these complex and flavorful bourbons offensive. Honestly a lot of the lower end bourbons like Jim Beam, Evan Williams, Benchmark, etc. can be better for people starting out. What makes them great for a new drinker is how approachable and friendly they are. Most people dislike them because of how simple or single noted they are. Until you condition your palate many bourbons can be overwhelming. One of my favorites to recommend people new to bourbon would be Basil Hayden. It's low proof and very pleasant and friendly. Check out Whiskey Vault on youtube for good reviews and lists. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 12:18:23 PM EDT
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Also watch the proof ratings if you want to ease into it and find some "strong" for your tastes. Bourbon is all over the place. Some start at around 80 proof, and some barrel strength can be nearly 140. Four Roses Single Barrel is 100. Bulleit is around 90. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 12:27:07 PM EDT
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I bought buffalo trace from arf advice.
I’m glad I did. So far , it’s my favorite. I enjoy about two bottles a month neat. The woodford reserve small batch was pretty good, and I’ve tried makers mark 46, also good. But as far as value and overall enjoyment buffalo trace wins for me. I’ve been told by more than one internets, and a few store employees to steer clear of bulliet. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 1:30:06 PM EDT
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I bought buffalo trace from arf advice. I’m glad I did. So far , it’s my favorite. I enjoy about two bottles a month neat. The woodford reserve small batch was pretty good, and I’ve tried makers mark 46, also good. But as far as value and overall enjoyment buffalo trace wins for me. I’ve been told by more than one internets, and a few store employees to steer clear of bulliet. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 2:05:37 PM EDT
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Lots of good bottles to try mentioned above.
I would add Angels Envy to the list as well. The bottle I tried was very good. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 4:36:40 PM EDT
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Bulliet 10 year old is excellent. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I bought buffalo trace from arf advice. I’m glad I did. So far , it’s my favorite. I enjoy about two bottles a month neat. The woodford reserve small batch was pretty good, and I’ve tried makers mark 46, also good. But as far as value and overall enjoyment buffalo trace wins for me. I’ve been told by more than one internets, and a few store employees to steer clear of bulliet. I’m going to see if they have basil Hayden or the bulliet 10, if not I’ll just get more buffalo trace. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 6:27:35 PM EDT
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Knob Creek bottles a maple one that would be sweet, I have never tried it because I don't care for "sweet" but the Knob Creek is pretty good.
For nice and smooth Wild Turkey,s Long Branch is really good and my #1 recommendation. I see lot's of votes for Buffalo Trace and ya cant go wrong with one that almost all people like. Actually sippin BT right now |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 6:42:44 PM EDT
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Knob Creek bottles a maple one that would be sweet, I have never tried it because I don't care for "sweet" but the Knob Creek is pretty good. For nice and smooth Wild Turkey,s Long Branch is really good and my #1 recommendation. I see lot's of votes for Buffalo Trace and ya cant go wrong with one that almost all people like. Actually sippin BT right now By my definition from scotch. Glenfiddich would be sweet/smooth where as glenlivet would be spicy/peppery. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 7:09:47 PM EDT
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Baroda Bourbon, pricey though.
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Posted: 12/14/2018 7:10:20 PM EDT
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My new favorite
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Posted: 12/14/2018 7:16:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Max barrel proofing is 125 
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Posted: 12/14/2018 7:33:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Max barrel proofing is 125 Bookers at 129. I've seen proof ratings for batches run into the mid 130's, in pics posted in this forum. Perhaps there's some term or technicality I'm unaware of..... ETA: saw the post above mine. 
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Posted: 12/14/2018 7:36:36 PM EDT
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Knob Creek bottles a maple one that would be sweet, I have never tried it because I don't care for "sweet" but the Knob Creek is pretty good. For nice and smooth Wild Turkey,s Long Branch is really good and my #1 recommendation. I see lot's of votes for Buffalo Trace and ya cant go wrong with one that almost all people like. Actually sippin BT right now Good quality 90 proof base with just a touch of sweet. I rarely touch it anymore, but every once in awhile it'll be a choice of that or Rum when I feel like dessert in a glass. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 8:31:32 PM EDT
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Evan Williams small/ single barrel
Weller SR Wild Turkey 101 I think Elijah Craig small batch is my favorite |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 8:49:17 PM EDT
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Evan Williams small/ single barrel Weller SR Wild Turkey 101 I think Elijah Craig small batch is my favorite |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 8:50:34 PM EDT
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For nice and smooth Wild Turkey,s Long Branch is really good and my #1 recommendation. |
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Posted: 12/14/2018 11:27:27 PM EDT
[#29]
Thanks guys! Looks like I’ll be trying buffalo trace or makers mark 46 next.
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Posted: 12/14/2018 11:33:58 PM EDT
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My favorite is Buffalo Trace. Wild Turkey Rare breed is pretty damn good too.
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Posted: 12/14/2018 11:36:16 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/15/2018 2:40:25 PM EDT
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I highly recommend Eagle Rare 10 year. Bought my first bottle last night for $30 and had three pours from it and loved every last drop. I like it as much as a hard to find $60 bottle of Blanton's that I ration. I'll stop and get a few more bottles of the Eagle Rare today to keep a few bottle on hand.
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Posted: 12/15/2018 10:59:48 PM EDT
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Grab a Bottle of Buffalo Trace or Eagle Rare, Blanton’s if you want to step it up a bit in price and you can find it as some places it’s hard to find.
Woodford is fairly mild because it’s supposed to be “good” for everyone’s pallet. I prefer the double oak but I like the nose better than the taste. I still have her to try it, but I have heard Elija Craig single barrel is supposed to be really good, and same goes for angles envy. I’d like to try both. |
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Posted: 12/16/2018 5:35:15 PM EDT
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1L Buffalo Trace for $30 at DFW duty free shops....if you decide to take a quick international trip pick up a bottle.
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Posted: 12/19/2018 2:55:18 AM EDT
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Found a couple bottles of Colonel E H Taylor for $70, think it's worth me picking up? I've read on here that it's usually a hard to find bottle. I also noticed they were fully stocked on the Angel's Envy and Michters in the $40 price range.
I asked if they had any Wellers in the back and a couple of the customers started laughing 
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Posted: 12/19/2018 5:57:55 AM EDT
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Found a couple bottles of Colonel E H Taylor for $70, think it's worth me picking up? I've read on here that it's usually a hard to find bottle. I also noticed they were fully stocked on the Angel's Envy and Michters in the $40 price range. I asked if they had any Wellers in the back and a couple of the customers started laughing |
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Posted: 12/19/2018 6:31:27 AM EDT
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Western KY.
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Posted: 12/19/2018 7:13:47 AM EDT
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Booker's
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Posted: 12/19/2018 7:51:52 AM EDT
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Found a couple bottles of Colonel E H Taylor for $70, think it's worth me picking up? I've read on here that it's usually a hard to find bottle. I also noticed they were fully stocked on the Angel's Envy and Michters in the $40 price range. I asked if they had any Wellers in the back and a couple of the customers started laughing |
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Posted: 12/19/2018 8:12:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Which variety of E H Taylor did you see? You should be able to find some “small batch” for under $50. Small Batch can be had for around $40, Single Barrel possibly $60-70, the Rye I've seen around $50-70. If Single Barrel, snag it for sure. I might spend $70 on a small batch if I ran out, depending on your AO it might be unobtanium. I'm a fan of all the EH Taylor things, though...... Small Batch is one of my current favorite everyday pours. 
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Posted: 12/19/2018 9:19:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Which variety of E H Taylor did you see? You should be able to find some “small batch” for under $50. |
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Posted: 12/19/2018 9:59:53 PM EDT
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The single barrel was $70. Went to a couple more of the local stores and found some small batch. Pretty much every store I’ve been too has some in stock Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: Which variety of E H Taylor did you see? You should be able to find some “small batch” for under $50. Price varies around here but can usually find some around $42-$43. |
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Posted: 12/19/2018 10:14:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I really like the small batch, finished off a bottle today. Price varies around here but can usually find some around $42-$43. |
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Posted: 12/20/2018 1:11:25 PM EDT
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Still one of my go to favorites for the price point is Russell's Reserve 10yr.
I can get it for about $33 around here. Yeah, there is probably better.. but I keep coming back to this one... |
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Posted: 12/20/2018 3:28:15 PM EDT
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Still one of my go to favorites for the price point is Russell's Reserve 10yr. I can get it for about $33 around here. Yeah, there is probably better.. but I keep coming back to this one... |
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Posted: 12/20/2018 5:38:25 PM EDT
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Some of you guys should do a blind tasting. You may find you are spending way too much.
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Posted: 12/21/2018 2:36:49 PM EDT
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This. Small Batch can be had for around $40, Single Barrel possibly $60-70, the Rye I've seen around $50-70. If Single Barrel, snag it for sure. I might spend $70 on a small batch if I ran out, depending on your AO it might be unobtanium. I'm a fan of all the EH Taylor things, though...... Small Batch is one of my current favorite everyday pours. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/135145/eh_taylor_JPG-778142.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: Which variety of E H Taylor did you see? You should be able to find some “small batch” for under $50. Small Batch can be had for around $40, Single Barrel possibly $60-70, the Rye I've seen around $50-70. If Single Barrel, snag it for sure. I might spend $70 on a small batch if I ran out, depending on your AO it might be unobtanium. I'm a fan of all the EH Taylor things, though...... Small Batch is one of my current favorite everyday pours. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/135145/eh_taylor_JPG-778142.jpg |
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Posted: 12/21/2018 2:40:57 PM EDT
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I went on a Larceny kick last year and ordered a case before it came to WV.
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Posted: 12/21/2018 2:50:43 PM EDT
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DICKEL BARREL SELECT WHISKY 750ML But shhhhh.... Don't tell anyone! |
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Posted: 12/22/2018 11:25:50 AM EDT
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Basil Hayden's is pretty good. Also McKenna is pretty good for a cheap bourbon.
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