HP12 Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I've tried batches 4, 5 and 7 were all good IMHO. Although there are some slight flavor variations, they all seem to be from the same source. My tastebuds say it comes from the same place as the current PVW 15 (Julian says that is SW). I gave up trying to figure out where it came from or even follow the speculation threads about a year ago. It's good (albeit overpriced) whiskey.Maybe I need another pour of JRPS 17 and PVW 15. Damn, might have to throw a PHC 2010 in there too since it might just be the best of the lot.Thanks for the insight on batches you've tried. I agree with you about the speculation. Although it can be an interesting detail for us whiskey enthusiasts, sometimes the energy spent on speculation is not worth the effort. Nice trio of "apples to apples" tasting comparisons to consider. I've got the same bottles and will plan for a vertical tasting of the three at an upcoming whiskey club meeting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HP12 Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 As a reference for others interested in this expression, here are a couple of reviews of JPR 17 as well as some history;http://www.drinkswithnathan.com/2010/06/22/jeffersons-presidential-select-batch-4-1991-vintage-17-year/http://thirstyinla.com/2011/05/17/get-it-if-you-can-jeffersons-presidential-select-17-year-old-bourbon/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorvallisCracker Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 The one bottle I bought was batch #5. We (my wife and I) thought it was pretty good...but not any better than PVW 15. With the JRPS costing $95 and the PVW costing $57 (when you can find it), I decided against buying more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virus_Of_Life Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I heard Batch #5 is really Batch #6 and the real Batch #5 was discovered to have been aged in Old Overholt barrels.Discuss.Was this a joke Chuck, or were you serious? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanSheen Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Was this a joke Chuck, or were you serious? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorvallisCracker Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Nothing improves a wheater like a hint of rye.Yes, THAT was a joke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleblank Posted May 27, 2011 Share Posted May 27, 2011 And I heard that Castle Brands sold the barrels that were originally going into Batch 5 (plus a few more) to Luxco. Luxco is going to release a Very Special Rebel Yell using these barrels. This way they take Rebel Yell back to its SW roots.Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mosugoji64 Posted May 27, 2011 Share Posted May 27, 2011 And I heard that Castle Brands sold the barrels that were originally going into Batch 5 (plus a few more) to Luxco. Luxco is going to release a Very Special Rebel Yell using these barrels. This way they take Rebel Yell back to its SW roots.Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdman1099 Posted May 27, 2011 Share Posted May 27, 2011 . Luxco is going to release a Very Special Rebel Yell using these barrels. This way they take Rebel Yell back to its SW roots.Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gburger Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 Gonna try some next Wed. There is a tasting in Austin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BourbonJoe Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 That would be cool! I would love to find a dusty bottle of Rebel Yell as I've heard it was great.There were two handles of it on the Gazebo table in April. One was a 90 proof and the other was a lesser proof. Both Louisville. Love those gazebos.Joe :usflag: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gburger Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 Wish I was going back in September. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callmeox Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 There were two handles of it on the Gazebo table in April. One was a 90 proof and the other was a lesser proof. Both Louisville. Love those gazebos.Joe :usflag:I am the owner of the 80 proof handle and I think it is damn tasty. If it lasts until then, I will bring it to the gazebo in Sept. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcg9779 Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 Wish I was going back in September.Me too, Gregg. I had a great time at the Sampler...I'll try to make it back next year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HP12 Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Just procured a bottle of Batch #3 to go with a bunkered #5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Lamplighter Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 Just procured a bottle of Batch #3 to go with a bunkered #5.Have you had a chance to try any? If so, which batch? I have a store not far away that has some from Batch #7 but I have been gun shy so far to drop a bill for one of them. Read some positives on here about #7 though. In total, about 50/50 on here from what I can tell in terms of +/-. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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