What bourbon are you drinking - Fall 2013

[sutton]

We don't want the word to get out too much on it. :grin:

B

Your secret is safe with me, B - this might be the one and only time geography and draconian shipping laws work in our favor ... :icon_pidu:

[Grain Belt]

Sutton, Did you buy your OHH 8 year old in Rhode Island? I read somewhere that it is distributed in RI and my lovely home state of Minnesota only. It is a nice bourbon. I like it on the rocks, in Manhattans and in an Old Fashioned. In fact I am going to close this god-forsaken computer and go have a pull!

[sutton]

Yes I did Grain Belt - it's a short drive from here - most folks have easier access to other value HH bourbons (I'm thinking the BiBs) which generally I can't find around here. I also think the EW Black is pretty similar which is everywhere, so I wouldn't necessarily go chasing after it. I picked it up when visiting family over the line in RI.

It would be interesting to understand how HH decided on MN and RI for what appears to be a legacy bottling - I'd like to think they did it out of loyalty to long time bourbon drinkers in these states where it was popular and they have held onto it for them - but that is probably a naïve and romantic notion.

[jonhalter]

ETL. Picking up a pronounced grassy flavor tonight.

[JKLS]

OFBB'13. Saw a lot of mentions of it tonight while browsing the forum and figured I should try mine while there are still some available on shelves around here. Nice, but I probably won't get another.

[393foureyedfox]

I went out with a third of the class today after our finals to celebrate. One of the students works at the bar, so they gave us good discounts. I was surprised to see Booker's on the shelf, so of course, you know what I ordered...I was happy to get it at $5 for a nice size pour, and happier yet when a friend in class, who got there before I did and was already well lit, told the barmaid to put it on his tab. Double score!

Whilst I enjoyed it, I think the Dickel 9/103 and the OGD114 that Ive been having a lot of lately give it a good run for the money. Best thing is, though, that I can keep multiples of all three here for less than the pappy whores pay for one of their items.

[RVTsteve]

TPS selected WFE, Barrel 372, 11yrs 113.2proof. A lot going on here. This is a big whisky. Lots of flavor and pack a wallop. Dark fruits, sweetness, oak, spice and heat. Holds up well to some water, and brings out some more flavors, braised meat with cherries? Always an interesting pour.

[jwacky]

Not bourbon but there's no equivalent thread in the appropriate forum - Mondays are Mellow Corn night for me. Always enjoy this stuff.

[tylermke]

Down to the last 1/3 of some 2012 PVW15. Hoping this one makes it through the holidays!

[Old Lamplighter]

The BT private barrel again tonite...trying to get a handle on the wide spectrum in this bottle. Air is helping but still a little hot with cinnamon override beginning to take hold, vanilla growing from the background. These are by far my 2 fav tastes/flavors in bourbon...especially this time of year.

[DrBob]

A couple of pours of SB blend. This opens up so nice with a dash of water and a little air time.

[hn4bourbon]

Had a couple pours of OFBB13 again last night.

[Phil T]

Not bourbon but there's no equivalent thread in the appropriate forum - Mondays are Mellow Corn night for me. Always enjoy this stuff.

I like the sound of that jwacky..Mellow Mondays

Sounds like a plan for me

Now that I think about it, it's been Turkey Tuesday

Edited December 10, 2013 by Phil T

[Paddy]

Enjoying three fat fingers of KCSB after a long and tiring day. Nice way to finish...

[White Dog]

Before I put all 3 small kids to bed, I've had 2013 Old Rip, Larue 2013, standard 4R1B, and now I'm on WT 12yr Gold Foil. It's been a thirsty night.

[bingstein]

c/o the nicest guy I've met in the bourbon world, michaelturtle

[tylermke]

Having the last of some 2012 WLW. Good bottle, but 2011 still ranks pretty high for me.

[buoy37]

Just poured the last of the Balcones Texas Single Malt Whisky I had........I think I'll add a couple of drops of Brimstone to try and mimic their new offering

[WAINWRIGHT]

PHC POH,I hadn't really given this it's due credit this is a very delightful and complex whiskey to say the least.

[RVTsteve]

Some late 80's Old Forester. Awesome nose, all vanilla and caramel up front on the entry then kind of dies off. Totally tasty though. Now onto a 50/50 SB blend with a splash of Ritt100-354.

[hn4bourbon]

Having one last big pour out of this bottle of OFBB13 to empty it out.

[HighInTheMtns]

Opened a FR Gift Shop OESK I picked up at Sampler, 11 years 11 months, 120.4 proof. Really enjoying it; the spiciness of the K yeast is prominent even in the lower rye mashbill.

[smknjoe]

c/o the nicest guy I've met in the bourbon world, michaelturtle

[michaelturtle1]

One of my favorites that is under appreciated somewhat. Mike doesn't like the 99's as much as I do. So, I'm guessing it's older?

[smknjoe]

That's a good one. I've tried most years except for the 94's. Another SBer found some the other day. I need to see if I can get a sample. Personally, I've liked all of the ones I've had from 99 and back.