Making a trip to TPS, what should I get?

[zrschaef]

I have a job interview in Cincinnati this Friday and I plan on stopping by The Party Source before I return to Purdue. I'm looking for suggestions on what I should get. I know there are some TPS exclusive bottlings of various bourbons, but are any of them a must buy? Also are there any good bourbons I could get there that simply aren't available in Indiana?

[squire]

I recommend Barton BIB if it's not one you can get locally.

[ChainWhip]

If you like tequila, their Tequila Ocho barrel proof is delicious.

Otherwise, I think I'd go nuts if I ever went there - the John J. Bowman TPS barrel #45 is one of my favorites.

[HighInTheMtns]

What do you like to drink? What haven't you tried that you wish you could try?

[zrschaef]

I'm kind of a beginner to the bourbon thing, my friend got me started on it a while ago and I just recently started trying new brands. I actually like everything I've tried so far: OGD 114, Elmer T. Lee, Very Old Barton Bib, Larceny, WTKS, JTS Brown, Heaven Hill Green and White, etc. The only bourbon I've had that I don't really care for is Makers Mark, it's not bad but I don't go out of my way to get it.

[HighInTheMtns]

I'm kind of a beginner to the bourbon thing, my friend got me started on it a while ago and I just recently started trying new brands. I actually like everything I've tried so far: OGD 114, Elmer T. Lee, Very Old Barton Bib, Larceny, WTKS, JTS Brown, Heaven Hill Green and White, etc. The only bourbon I've had that I don't really care for is Makers Mark, it's not bad but I don't go out of my way to get it.

I'd say to try some Weller, OWA or the 12 year old. Good value to be had there and something you haven't tried.

[HP12]

Just wander down aisle 10, you'll figure something out! :grin:

[squire]

zrschaef you apparently like a wide range of Bourbon styles which include wheat and traditional rye mashbills. I suggest you use the opportunity to broaden that base by selecting brands that are not available in your area.

[Phil T]

TPS is the "Toys-R-Us" for drinkers. You'll have fun!

[clingman71]

DEPS and CnB also have numerous barrel selections. I always hit all of them when in Northern KY.

[ThirstyinOhio]

I'd pick up a Willett rye and a bourbon. I've never had a bad bottle from them and they are not offered in my area, so I always pick up a couple when I'm in town.

[KDM]

Just went thru there on my way back from Nashville to PA. A couple of the TPS private barrels I picked up were the Willet 5 yr SB, Bowman SB #45 and Hancock Presidents Reserve. However, a real gem if you can't get it where you are is Ancient Ancient Age.

[HP12]

Just went thru there on my way back from Nashville to PA. A couple of the TPS private barrels I picked up were the Willet 5 yr SB, Bowman SB #45 and Hancock Presidents Reserve. However, a real gem if you can't get it where you are is Ancient Ancient Age.

[Ejmharris]

Sshhhh. Don't let more cats out of that bag! :grin: With that posted, Jay does pick great PB's of AAA!

[HP12]

TPS is no longer doing AAA selections. BT has cut them off.

Mike

[squire]

Triple A is the only BT product I ever bought by the case.

[smokinjoe]

Damn! I had not heard that. Thanks for the update. Time to nurse the couple I have left in the bunker.

[CaptainQ]

Just wander down aisle 10, you'll figure something out! :grin:

Words of wisdom from Steve. Make sure you get an increased spending limit for your credit card!

I'll second the opinions for AAA. Add TPS OWA and FRSB 100 proof too.

Have fun!

[zrschaef]

Well I picked up a bottle of old scout (TPS barrel selection). Its 7 years old and 120.8 proof, DSP-IN-1. I haven't had a chance to try it yet. Does anybody have any thoughts about it?

Sorry about the crappy cell phone picture

[Mikede1285]

Well I picked up a bottle of old scout (TPS barrel selection). Its 7 years old and 120.8 proof, DSP-IN-1. I haven't had a chance to try it yet. Does anybody have any thoughts about it?

Sorry about the crappy cell phone picture

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I got a bottle a little over a month ago. I like it. I got floral up front with not to much going on in the finish, but for the price and proof a good value. I would purchase this again if it is still available when my bottle is empty but it's not something I'm going to worry about rushing back for.

I'm really excited to see what Smooth Ambler does with it's own stuff though. I've yet to try their Yearling, but from what it sounds like although it is a bit young it shows some potential.