Yeti Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 When, and what, are typically the spring releases? From what I've noticed it seems like the Van Winkle family and the FR Single Barrel roll out sometime around May. Is that right? Are there any more? And does Van Winkle have a fall release as well?Edit: For the record I'm not interested in Pappy hunting, just curious about the schedule for all of the major releases Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighInTheMtns Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 There won't be a Van Winkle spring release this year. It used to be spring and fall, but now just fall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zillah Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Old Forester BB 2012 and FR1BLE2012. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelturtle1 Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Working on purchasing a bottle of VOF, hopefully the stars will align and it will soon be in my possession Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPPSmoker Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 I just finished off a bottle of Elmer T. Lee so I want to replace that. I also want a bottle of Four Roses Small Batch LE 2012 but they are not available in Michigan.I'm also hoping to visit some of the distilleries in mid-March. If I do, I want to stop by the gift shops at Four Roses, Buffalo Trace and the Willett Distillery to purchases some bottles there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clavius Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 I just finished off a bottle of Elmer T. Lee so I want to replace that. I also want a bottle of Four Roses Small Batch LE 2012 but they are not available in Michigan.I'm also hoping to visit some of the distilleries in mid-March. If I do, I want to stop by the gift shops at Four Roses, Buffalo Trace and the Willett Distillery to purchases some bottles there.FYI the only bottles you can get at the BT gift shop are:Buffalo Trace Eagle Rare Single BarrelWhite Dog Mash #1Buffalo Trace Bourbon CreamBlanton's Single Barrelhttp://buffalotracedistillery.com/visit-us/faqs:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luther.r Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 I'm also hoping to visit some of the distilleries in mid-March. If I do, I want to stop by the gift shops at Four Roses, Buffalo Trace and the Willett Distillery to purchases some bottles there.Check out HH too. Their gift shop often has special bottles not available anywhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourserker Posted January 16, 2013 Share Posted January 16, 2013 Bought way, way, WAY too much stuff last year so I'm gonna lay kinda low this year. I guess I just got a little too excited with this new hobby where logic and reason did not take over until after I already spent a bunch of money. I figure at my current rate of consumption I have somewhere on the order of a 5 year supply :bigeyes:. So anyway, items currently on the radar are OGD 114, OFBB 2012 (if I happen to run across any) and a few limited releases as they come out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hectic1 Posted January 16, 2013 Share Posted January 16, 2013 Bought way, way, WAY too much stuff last year so I'm gonna lay kinda low this year. I guess I just got a little too excited with this new hobby where logic and reason did not take over until after I already spent a bunch of money. I figure at my current rate of consumption I have somewhere on the order of a 5 year supply :bigeyes:. So anyway, items currently on the radar are OGD 114, OFBB 2012 (if I happen to run across any) and a few limited releases as they come out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RT Fan Posted January 16, 2013 Author Share Posted January 16, 2013 Thanks for the advice, Qman & Tan regarding the Jefferson's Reserve. Perhaps a taste test by way of a bar is needed before I drop some coin on an untasted bottle. I don't mind taking flyers on $30-$35 bottles like Larceny (NYC prices) but The Jefferson's Reserve trades @ $55 a bottle here, plus tax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPPSmoker Posted January 16, 2013 Share Posted January 16, 2013 FYI the only bottles you can get at the BT gift shop are:Buffalo Trace Eagle Rare Single BarrelWhite Dog Mash #1Buffalo Trace Bourbon CreamBlanton's Single Barrelhttp://buffalotracedistillery.com/visit-us/faqs:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPPSmoker Posted January 16, 2013 Share Posted January 16, 2013 Check out HH too. Their gift shop often has special bottles not available anywhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VAGentleman Posted January 16, 2013 Share Posted January 16, 2013 Yup. I realize their gift shop offerings are limited to what you find elsewhere. I want to visit BT mostly for the hard hat tour. I'm sure I will still pick some bottles up from the BT gift shop.However, does anyone know if BT will offer bottles from "special barrels" for Eagle Rare and Blanton's much like Four Roses does with some of their gift shop bottles? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourserker Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 It's a great investment as bourbon won't be any cheaper tomorrow then it is today...you can use the :bigeyes: face when you reach a 30yr supply! Well, I don't know if it was your intention, but you made me feel a lot better about my obsession...and I'll make sure to save the :bigeyes: face for when I accumulate a real supply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portugieser Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 It may not be my "next" purchase, but I'll definitely pick up some of the Stagg Jr. when it's available.See this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwacky Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 I want to try some Elmer T. Lee, so maybe that. Or Blanton's. Also curious about Mellow Corn and Bernheim Straight Wheat, though I realize they're not bourbons. I can only find the latter locally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 I am running low on the regular 4RSmB and really coming to enjoy it as a daily pour. So I think this will be next.Best regards, Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squire Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 My local will no longer be carrying Barton so I must carefully consider my next purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smknjoe Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 That's good stuff at a great price. Thanks for recommending it. Do you buy premium or "ultra" premiums often?A replacement bottle of ETL is next on my list and I still have yet to try Larceny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I want to try some Elmer T. Lee, so maybe that. Or Blanton's. Also curious about Mellow Corn and Bernheim Straight Wheat, though I realize they're not bourbons. I can only find the latter locally.Save yourself some $$$ and go with the ETL and Mellow Corn. Blanton's is good, but IMHO a bit overpriced. Same with the Bermheim. Cheers! Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikede1285 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I was thinking about picking up a bottle of the John J. Bowman TPS Barrel #45 this weekend. Anyone have any thoughts on this one? I've only had the Bowman Brothers SmB at a bar once, and really enjoyed it. Is there any similarities? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil T Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I was thinking about picking up a bottle of the John J. Bowman TPS Barrel #45 this weekend. Anyone have any thoughts on this one? I've only had the Bowman Brothers SmB at a bar once, and really enjoyed it. Is there any similarities?I'm on my third bottle. It's sweet, chewy, smoky, and woody. All in a very good way. I only wish it were barrel proof instead of 100 proof. All in all, a very nice pour. You won't be disappointed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwacky Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Save yourself some $$$ and go with the ETL and Mellow Corn. Blanton's is good, but IMHO a bit overpriced. Same with the Bermheim. Cheers! JoeThanks, appreciate the input! Maybe I'll wait until the next time I've visiting with my brother-in-law to split a bottle of Blanton's. Less money out of pocket, still get to try it. Been wanting to pick up ETL for a while now, but something else always catches my eye. Mellow Corn isn't expensive at all, it's just a matter of finding it out here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegoz Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 · Hidden Hidden Chicago-area folk and those near C-U or Bloomington, get planning -- very nice Binny's coupon for Saturday only! Link to comment
MauiSon Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Save yourself some $$$ and go with the ETL and Mellow Corn. Blanton's is good, but IMHO a bit overpriced. Same with the Bermheim. Cheers! Joe What if ETL and Blanton's are the same price, tho? I want to try ETL, but right now I've taken a STAB at my topper set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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