Blending Bourbon w/ Bourbon and Whiskey w/ Whiskey - What have you tried and liked?

[johnnyflake45]

I have learned recently that it's not uncommon to blend a couple of Bourbons together or Whiskeys together to come up with a Special Blend, that is considered to be a step above the ones used to mix the blend.

So far I am aware of using WLW 12yo at 40% with WLA 107 at 60% or even a 50/50 blend of same and coming up with a quality SB.

I also learned today about a Scotch blend of 70%/80% JW Black and 20%/30% Ardbeg 10yo and coming up with a very likable SB

What blending have you ever done and liked the results?

[SqueakScolari]

I mix EC12 and ECBP. Usually 60/40.

[dcbt]

I think this is the thread y'all are looking for:

http://www.straightbourbon.com/forums/showthread.php?22471-The-Vatting-Thread-2014&highlight=vatting

[Smac]

I mix EC12 and ECBP. Usually 60/40.

[dcbt]

Also, just FYI, the term "SB Blend" around here means something very specific - the W12 / OWA vat - it stands for Straight Bourbon Blend. So while a lot of vatting of other 'special blends' does happen, when someone refers to SB Blend, they are referring to the W12/OWA.

[kcgumbohead]

I second checking out the vatting thread. You will find lots of info on what folks are doing and how it turned out.

[TunnelTiger]

I have a decanter that I put the last less than full pour of every bottle in. Bourbon, rye, and all levels of proofs. When it fills up in a month or so I start pouring and I must say it is always delicious.

[Phil T]

Check out Gillman's postings on vatting, truly fascinating stuff about successful blending of different whiskeys. Gary is the master. Gillmanized, is the popular term.

[johnnyflake45]

Also, just FYI, the term "SB Blend" around here means something very specific - the W12 / OWA vat - it stands for Straight Bourbon Blend. So while a lot of vatting of other 'special blends' does happen, when someone refers to SB Blend, they are referring to the W12/OWA.

Thank you for the heads-up!

[johnnyflake45]

I think this is the thread y'all are looking for:

http://www.straightbourbon.com/forums/showthread.php?22471-The-Vatting-Thread-2014&highlight=vatting

That's a great thread. Thanks for the heads-up!

When I tried to do a search, I was using the wrong wording, blending, mixing, etc. not vatting.