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The only retail store with which I'm familiar is, actually, in Skokie, just north of Chicago. It's at the end of the CTA "Yellow Line" (formerly, the Skokie Swift). At the "Dempster" stop, there was a store called "Gold Stadnard Liquors." It's where I got all my stuff out there. Not sure if it's still there (been over 35 years), but I do recall it.
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What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
Kepler replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
Ahh OK. I predict that Maker's will need to reduce the price of their PS bottles in the very near future. They are simply overpriced for what they are, and the bourbon market is slowing down rapidly. The bourbon bubble burst is coming. -
What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
Skinsfan1311 replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
I've never seen them either. This was part of a PS sampler 3-pack. I can't recall what the staves combo were on the other two bottles. I think that the 750ml bottles are pricey and I doubt that I'll buy any in the future, unless I can try it first. -
What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
Radioyada replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
Down in Jacksonville visiting with my two best friends. Some bottle tastings in the hotel before going out for dinner. All were liked, with the Bardstown being the most surprising on how good it is. -
Kepler started following Chi-Town!
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I'm not a regular in Chicago, but I know we have some Illinois members here on SB. You've already identified Binny's as a must see stop, so that's a good start. I might add ... I just know about Delilah's bar, historically one of the top rated whiskey bars in the country. I haven't been in years, but I remember having a pour of Booker's 25th Anniversary there many years ago. Very memorable. Worth a visit if you have time to stop for a few pours. Good luck.
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The Significance of "Batch Numbers..."
b1gcountry replied to aquavite's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
I may have jumped the gun on this. My favorite store told me it was on the shelf, but that may have been an optimistic employee... -
Belmont and Narragansett has a binnys and a Richs foods, I've maybe had more luck with the Richs.
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What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
b1gcountry replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
I think they were trying to replicate the 4R single barrel picks... -
What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
Kepler replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
I notice this is from 2021, but I don't recall ever seeing any MM private selection in the 375ml size. I wish they offered more in that size because I'd be more likely to try several different ones in a smaller size/price combination, even if the price per volume is higher than the 750. The problem with MM PS offerings is that there are just too many of them on the shelves, .... too many to choose from, so I tend to not buy any of them anymore. This is simply a failure in marketing, something that Maker's usually excels in above all else. -
What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
Skinsfan1311 replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
This was gifted, and a very thoughtful one at that, but I still prefer the MM101. That said, it's very good. -
What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
Kepler replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
Curious how the two OF stack up. -
What rye are you drinking or purchased 2024
Richnimrod replied to Mattk's topic in American Rye Whiskey
I picked up a bottle of Rare Breed Rye at the Distillery Gift Shop last weekend . . . and had Jimmie Russell sign it! -
Btw fellow SBers, @Mattk is definitely our resident rye expert on these pages. The dude knows his rye whiskey. Lucky to have him here!
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Ahh ok I wasn't aware. Mine is definitely the new one on the right. Thanks
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What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
JCwhammie replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
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What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
0895 replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
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What did you purchase this Spring? (2024)
JT3NSB replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
I’m on the EWSB train. Random case showed at up at a spot near an errand today. One per customer, but solid at 38.00 -
What bourbon are you drinking this Spring - 2024
Kepler replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
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Dingbat joined the community
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Hate to disappoint, but I don't smoke. Never started.
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I was thinking today would be a rain washout, but it’s been quite nice. Enjoying some Sun, warm temps, an occasional passing cloud, a light breeze, and some tunes out front with an OGD114 and Rocky Patel Disciple.
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My Derby Day Mint Julep. Another strong mint year, in the garden. I was going to use the Woodford, but wanted a little more oomph, so went with the 4R SmBS at 104 proof. Plus, it still kept the Run For The Roses theme!
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What did you purchase this Spring? (2024)
Skinsfan1311 replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
I suck at not buying I hit the PX with Mom and showed a lot of restraint. There were a few bottles that I could not pass on, as they were on sale & duty-free to boot. KC 9 year $26.95 WR Rye $26.95 RR SiB $45.00 -
KC Pizza Man joined the community
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What did you purchase this Spring? (2024)
smokinjoe replied to markandrex's topic in General Bourbon Discussion
An electric saw, a sharp knife, and a bottle of 100 proof whiskey. What could go wrong? -
I passed on KY Owl and EC18 both for $299.99