Van winkle 10 year 107 vs lot b

[clingman71]

Are the Lot B fans really fans of Lot B, or is it as close to Pappy 15 as you could get (due to availability/pricing, etc.)?

Given the marked difference (to my taste buds) between Lot B and 15, I can't ever imagine it not being worth the $15-$20 step up to Pappy 15 if it was on the shelves.

They are rarely equally available. They are different. There is a spiciness and boldness with the 10/107 that the lot B lacks. There is a refined nature (elegance for lack of a better term) with the lot B that the 10/107 lacks. Now, the PVW 15 has the best qualities of both the lot B and 10/107 along with more depth and complexity. As for the weller 12, I certainly like it, and it is certainly a bargain, but it in no way compares to the lot B. It is a great value, and I blend it with OWA for an inexpensive yet tasty daily pour, but neither are up to the level of any of the VWs. Some prefer proof, some prefer age, the 15 has both. Comparing 10/107 and lot B isn't a fair comparison for either of them.

[Old Lamplighter]

Lot B is good whiskey but I don't bother with it when I can find Weller 12 year throughout the year at half the price.

That's what I'm talking about....:toast:

[Phil T]

Are the Lot B fans really fans of Lot B, or is it as close to Pappy 15 as you could get (due to availability/pricing, etc.)?

Given the marked difference (to my taste buds) between Lot B and 15, I can't ever imagine it not being worth the $15-$20 step up to Pappy 15 if it was on the shelves.

Fair question. I have had LotB in the past and really enjoyed it. I know the price point difference between LotB and the 15 at actual retail isn't that much different, but if I'm not finding LotB, you know I'm not finding the 15 :smiley_acbt:

[dohidied]

Are the Lot B fans really fans of Lot B, or is it as close to Pappy 15 as you could get (due to availability/pricing, etc.)?

Given the marked difference (to my taste buds) between Lot B and 15, I can't ever imagine it not being worth the $15-$20 step up to Pappy 15 if it was on the shelves.

I am a fan of Lot B, but I've never tasted PVW15. I found one dusty bottle of Lot B from the 2006 release last year and I think it's great bourbon. A bit lacking in proof, but it makes up for it in richness. I'm also a fan of Weller 12 and OWA, but I think the Lot B is markedly better than both. At $40, i think Lot B is fantastic, but at $55 it's pushing it. I did have a bottle of 10/107 a couple years ago, but I don't think I fully appreciated wheaters enough back then to judge it. All I remember was the heat from the proof. I do have a Lot B and PVW15 from the fall 2011 release and I look forward to seeing how they stack up.

[Josh]

I've been able to find twice as much Pappy 15 as Lot B this year. And no Old Rip 107 AT ALL.:smiley_acbt:

[Special Reserve]

I like Lot B. I also like PVW 15.

I opened a bottle of each Labor Day weekend at the start of the football season. I've done this for several years now. The Lot B bottle is half full while the PVW 15 bottle is two-thirds full.

I recognize that PVW 15 may be a better value $/proof alcohol but I don't care. I like the taste of Lot B better.

[WhiskyToWhiskey]

All that's available here is 10yo 90proof for $60. And lot b 12yo for $72. The latter is definately worth the extra $12. I'm jealous more vw isn't available here.

[Hershmeister]

Where are you people finding stores stocking the van winkle line much less allowing multiple bottle sales?!

[speedbump47]

Where are you people finding stores stocking the van winkle line much less allowing multiple bottle sales?!

In Southern California, I was lucky enough to have my name on a list for the Pappy 15 and 20; they never made it to the shelves. The ORVW 10/107, Rye and Lot B were just on the shelves, with no purchase limits listed. Stayed in stock for a few weeks....Lot B was still in stock as of last week.

[The Boozer]

1) Old Rip 107

2) Hands Down

Ditto. Also prefer Weller 12 which I can get via several "mules" :grin: .

[Josh]

Ditto. Also prefer Weller 12 which I can get via several "mules" :grin: .

HeeHaw.:grin::grin: :grin: