GaryT Posted August 20, 2014 Share Posted August 20, 2014 My first taste of Bernheim Wheat was underwhelming, but a sample this summer at my Dad's (a bottle that had been open for several months at least I believe) was better than I expected. Still not going to be my "go to", but confirmed I will "buy on sight" this PHC if given the chance before I have tried it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleCBreese Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Any word on release date and expected price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanstaafl2 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Any word on release date and expected price?This fall and too damned high!:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trey Manthey Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I tried it at Tales of the Cocktail at the aforementioned tasting room. I liked it more than the stardard Bernheim Wheat at 7 years, but probably won't be shelling out for a bottle at the usual PHC prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brettckeen Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I tried it at Tales of the Cocktail at the aforementioned tasting room. I liked it more than the stardard Bernheim Wheat at 7 years, but probably won't be shelling out for a bottle at the usual PHC prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyOldKyDram Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Yowza. So it's already out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biskuit Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Should be hitting stores now (already has at some places). I love this. Totally unique, and delicious. Full notes at http://www.thirstysouth.com/2014/09/16/2014-parkers-heritage-collection-wheat-whiskey/The nose? Toasty oak is quite prominent, in a very nice way. There’s a good jolt of Bit-O-Honey, with dark caramel and vanilla also coming on pretty strong. I also get a plum and dark berry fruitiness to it, that leads into hints of an oaky cabernet, even some Chateauneuf de Pape. Intriguing stuff. A touch of water softens the sweetness and amps up the warm oak, plus brings out a background buzz of herbal spiciness that seems almost rye-like (crazy, I wouldn’t expect it from wheat, but there it is).Neat… as expected… this is really strong, but in a pleasing way. Tingly and soft at once, with a long cinnamon spice finish. The high proof works, and you can slowly sip this without fear. But a bit of water brings out the sweet depths in this whiskey and accentuates the nice balance between the many elements at play, with enough dark caramel and honey to please any bourbon fan for sure. The time in the barrel has rendered this far richer than many may expect from a wheat whiskey (regular Bernheim is known for being on the lighter side).Even better than adding a touch of water, a single ice cube works some magic here as it slowly cools and dissolves into the whiskey. The texture becomes thicker, lightly syrupy even, and the whiskey performs a tremendous tightrope walk of wood and spice and sweetness and grain and heat. I just want to chew and chew on it, and the long slow finish keeps you coming back for more. It gets more delicate, lightly floral, smoother and even chewier as the ice seeps into it, never reaching the point of being too watery. And as the ice settles in, it skirts into a more Scotch-like territory, with prominent grain notes coming forward (as in a lighter, more floral and fruity Scotch, nothing smoky or peaty here). The cooled down finish carries mellow and warm grain plus tinges of cinnamon red hots at the end.After enjoying the glass with an ice cube, I go back to a neat sip and that Bit-O-Honey pops out strong again. The range of expression here is crazy and fascinating. This is a drink well worthy of exploration.There’s a good chance my love of this will be an outlier vs. others’ opinions. Is a thirteen year old barrel proof wheat whiskey going to be everyone’s cup of tea? No. Actually, I doubt anyone out there has ever tasted a thirteen year old barrel proof wheat whiskey. But this is remarkable and interesting stuff for any whiskey fan. And entirely unique. The extra age and the extra proof give this wheat whiskey an intriguing combination of wood and grain. Parker’s Heritage Collection has turned out a real winner here – something different, something stellar. Highly recommended if you can find a bottle, and the $90 recommended price is not bad at all for whiskey of this caliber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleCBreese Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Actually, I doubt anyone out there has ever tasted a thirteen year old barrel proof wheat whiskey.Has there ever been such a product, or even something close? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squire Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I think Stitzel-Weller did a limited run 15 year old 107 proof (maybe it was 114 proof) way back when but we'd be hard pressed to even find someone today who actually tasted it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Remember, this PHC is a wheat whiskey not a wheated bourbon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squire Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Really? I hadn't realized that, or had forgotten. One of the advantages of age induced memory loss is you can pretend to have forgotten stuff you didn't know in the first place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Really? I hadn't realized that, or had forgotten. One of the advantages of age induced memory loss is you can pretend to have forgotten stuff you didn't know in the first place.Something to look forward to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squire Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Don't hurry . . . . . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maybeling Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 (edited) Has there ever been such a product, or even something close?I've not tasted it, but there is the Masterson's 12 year old wheat whiskey @100 proof... And I suppose I should throw this in here: http://recenteats.blogspot.com/2013/10/canada-week-part-i-mastersons-barley.html Edited September 17, 2014 by maybeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petrel800 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 I've not tasted it, but there is the Masterson's 12 year old wheat whiskey @100 proof... And I suppose I should throw this in here: http://recenteats.blogspot.com/2013/10/canada-week-part-i-mastersons-barley.htmlBruce has or had a bottle of the Masterson's stuff. I'm sure it could show up at the next GBS gathering. I recall when I tasted it, it was about as boring of a whiskey as I had ever had. No complexity, almost no flavor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miller542 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Full notes at http://www.thirstysouth.com/2014/09/16/2014-parkers-heritage-collection-wheat-whiskey/Thanks for the review, now I'm looking forward to this even more. It just appeared on the Utah price list, $89.99+tax. Can't wait to capture one in the wild! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanstaafl2 Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Bruce has or had a bottle of the Masterson's stuff. I'm sure it could show up at the next GBS gathering. I recall when I tasted it, it was about as boring of a whiskey as I had ever had. No complexity, almost no flavor.Yes, very light and unremarkable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fullbuck Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 For anyone in Louisville that feels this is worth a try. Costco has about 20 bottles on the shelf. I passed, but just left the store so I know for a fact they are there right now. $86 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squire Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Yes, very light and unremarkable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richnimrod Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Had the chance to sample this offering at the Gazebo Saturday evening. Thanx Josh!When tasted neat, I found it mainly hot alcohol burn; but water opened opened up the palate and the nose quite a bit, as well as taming the burn. Different from Bourbon, for sure; but interesting and worth the sampling.I'm glad I have one of my own now to sample in greater depth later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joboyd Posted October 4, 2014 Share Posted October 4, 2014 Was able to pick one of these up today but probably won't crack it open for a few weeks. Parker hasn't let me down yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbroo5880i Posted October 4, 2014 Share Posted October 4, 2014 This one sounds great! For those who have seen this in Indy, what is the going rate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amg Posted October 4, 2014 Share Posted October 4, 2014 This one sounds great! For those who have seen this in Indy, what is the going rate?Only official price I've seen is $94.99 at one store that didn't have it out yet, but had an inventory entry for it. I would expect most places here to price it right at $99.99. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joboyd Posted October 5, 2014 Share Posted October 5, 2014 Payless (LOL!) was/is charging $120. Got mine for $88. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garbanzobean Posted October 5, 2014 Share Posted October 5, 2014 Well you'd certainly walk out of the store with less pay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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