- ICE alternates October 20, 2021I’m hit or miss whether I am drinking bourbon on ice or neat. Generally I like to drink high proof with ice to dilute a bit, but can’t do the same with lower proof whiskey. Too much dilution after the first sip or two. But I still like bourbon chilled. What are the ice alternates […]
- Top 3 Craft Bourbon Producers October 19, 2021Many craft distilleries have now entered the arena where their bourbons have at least the minimum age of 4 years to be competitive with the min age of legacy offerings. Some, are even offering aged whiskey beyond 4 yrs. Personally, I go with the “It must at least be as good as Evan Williams Black Label”. Though, I […]
- Jimmy Russell 50th Anniversary Tribute 15 yo October 15, 2021Hey all. Figured I'd ask the forum, has anyone every had this? I bought it years ago and have saved it for some reason. I know the story behind it but haven't tried it 15 year old juice a little old no? Especially since Jimmy Russell feels that 10 years is the sweet […]
- Special bottles for a special friend October 15, 2021I met my life-long best friend, Doug, in 1972 when I lived in Berkeley, CA. I was 18, he was 21, and we worked together while we were both in school. He worked with me at an ice cream store, and had other jobs delivering sandwiches and working part time at two liquor stores. We […]
- What bourbon did you pass on fall 2021? September 29, 2021Quick stop, and a quick look at one place today. They had BH on sale for $30.99. I passed, but I admit I did hesitate slightly before going on my way. I’ve always thought BH was just okay, and never really sought it out. The crazy thing is, there’s been a few times when I ordered BH because it was about the best […]
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