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That definitely makes sense. Thanks.

I always understood it as Masters first week of April and then wait until Father’s Day for the US Open. By slotting in the PGA in May you can keep some momentum of enthusiasm for golf built around the majors. I’m sure summer heat was built into that decision making. And that clears the way for the Fed Ex Playoffs to end the golf year but that hasn’t caught on like they hoped.

That's an odd experience IMHO, as I don't feel the 12 and 15 are THAT much different (one being a drain pour for you and the other something you actually enjoy). I found the regular 12 at 80 proof to be just too thin to be enjoyable (but not a drain pour). I really like the 12 Cask strength however. Just more evidence about the weird differences in all our palates! Bottom line is that I'm glad you found an Irish whiskey that you enjoy. Irish pot still whiskey is definitely a different breed of cat.

It is weird to have all the majors done in July. Anybody know why they moved the PGA Championship away from August? Summer heat maybe? There isn't much else going on in the sports world in August so I don't really get it.

Well, it was pretty much a "labor of love" after all, eh?

Now I’m hungry and thirsty. At least I know how to solve one of those problems. Cheers

Today was the 25th anniversary celebration of my American Legion posts Sons Of The American Legion organization. There was a “grill your own” steak fry in the evening. I ain’t the best griller, but I did pretty good on my steak today.

Was out on a bourbon hunt today and found a package deal on the American Light Whiskey from Penelope and the Rose Cask Strength $220 for both wasn't terrible when you consider the American Light 17 year is going for no less than $250 on the secondary market. I found the 17 year to be really good. It packs a punch at 138 proof. I'm happy with it. I know a few others preferred the Jacob's Pardon over the Penelope. I actually liked the Penelope over the Jacob's Pardon.

I went on a bourbon hunt today. Picked up a Peg Leg Porker 12 year. It was very good, a bit pricey, but $100 for a 12 year seems about right. Worth a try.

Great summary of these different bourbons.

Russell's Reserve SiB store pick (Tyrone rickhouse A). Good stuff as always.

Good work Rich!

Bump this to the top of the list. Still looking for 2 more people to join if interested.

Took a break from draining the low-fill JD BP SB to drain another of my 'sample bottles' from some time ago. This one was a rather larger one than most; 4-ounces. It was a Booker's "Bluegrass" from early 2016, almost 128-proof. (Nearly did me in!) Not quite as good as the "Toogie's Invitation" Booker's I killed off a week or so ago; but, very nice, as nearly all the Booker's bottles I've ever tasted. The usual profile: peanut brittle, brown sugar, caramel, and alcohol burn (more so that the Toogie's). So... another one bites the dust!

Been going back and forth with WT101 8 yr & OGD7. WT is the clear winner for me

The damn tater bag got me again!

The wife & I quickly knocked out this delicious store pick.

I've been giving this another shot over the last few evenings. I still don't care for it. It is very tanic to me. I don't mind tannins much.... in small doses, but this just lingers on too much for me. I really wanted to like this. I just don't.

More empties for the bin. Coincidentally, all of these are 100-proof bourbons. That is a proof that I really like (obviously!). The Barrell Foundation Double Barrel is a new addition to the regular Foundation offering (that is not really all that old, itself). Despite the name, I didn't find it particularly oaky. It was actually very similar to the original Foundation (which I like a lot), perhaps just a tad richer and fuller. Interestingly, the price of these two is the same ($50) - very reasonable nowadays for this quality. The Four Roses OESO is one of the new 100-proof single barrel offerings from that distillery. I have had this one and the OESK so far. Between those two, I think I slightly prefer this one, as the fruitiness is quite intense (which I like in FR bourbons). I think this is a definite rebuy at the $50 price. Old Grand-Dad Bonded is one of those great "legacy" bourbons that gets little attention from the mainstream. But, for those of us who have been familiar with it for a long time, it remains one of the best values in our cabinets. Such a quality product at such an attractive price ($25)! Finally, The Knob Creek Small Batch 12 yr. is a great example of a "classic" aged bourbon. The flavors are all those that you expect from a traditional bourbon. Terrific, in other words. The 9 yr. is a really fine product in its own right, and the 12 yr. turns that product up a notch. I will say that the oak is quite noticeable, although not at all overdone to my tastes. The price of this one ($65) seems to be creeping up a bit from the past, but I still can't say that it is overpriced if you are fond of this style. Interesting to consider four bourbons of the same proof providing such different drinking experiences. But, all very good -- what a great hobby!

It does not have a back label, unfortunately.

its worth going for the 10yr. I often find the 10 to be better than the 13. It was just a 7yr and then an 8yr years ago, and may have even been better back then.

Bound to be great! Any clue when/where it'll be made available?

This photo qualifies as high-class bourbon porn!

I picked up a Heaven Hill grain to glass rye and finally cracked it open tonight. In a word wow. Maybe one of the better rye whiskeys I have sampled. At $80 it was well worth it