kevinbrink Posted July 10, 2018 Share Posted July 10, 2018 I don't remember seeing a thread about this years PHC release, which to those who are not aware is an 8-9 year old bourbon finished in Orange Curacao Casks and bottled at 110 proof. I'm less than excited for this one however interestingly I believe retail on this is lower than the last few at $89.99, not that it matters most retailers here will price it at $150-$200 anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Lullaby Posted July 10, 2018 Share Posted July 10, 2018 1 hour ago, kevinbrink said: I don't remember seeing a thread about this years PHC release, which to those who are not aware is an 8-9 year old bourbon finished in Orange Curacao Casks and bottled at 110 proof. I'm less than excited for this one however interestingly I believe retail on this is lower than the last few at $89.99, not that it matters most retailers here will price it at $150-$200 anyway. I’ll definitely be picking one of these up. I’m normally not a finished bourbon fan, but this sounds interesting. Almost like an Old Fashioned? With this supporting ALS research it is an annual must have for me. My dad was diagnosed with ALS so if I can combine support for that with a bottle of bourbon that’s a no brained for me! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRich Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 I don't remember seeing a thread about this years PHC release, which to those who are not aware is an 8-9 year old bourbon finished in Orange Curacao Casks and bottled at 110 proof. I'm less than excited for this one however interestingly I believe retail on this is lower than the last few at $89.99, not that it matters most retailers here will price it at $150-$200 anyway. Wait....what? You’re serious? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miller542 Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 31 minutes ago, BigRich said: Wait....what? You’re serious? Yep https://heavenhill.com/detail/318 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dad-proof Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 Sounds intriguing. May be worth seeking out. I could see this being really well done, and certainly different. Wonder if it was aged in Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao barrels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 This is right at that sweet spot. I'd definitely grab one if I see it, but wouldn't lose sleep over it if I can't. That's exactly how I like my bourbon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkady Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 57 minutes ago, dad-proof said: Sounds intriguing. May be worth seeking out. I could see this being really well done, and certainly different. Wonder if it was aged in Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao barrels? With any luck, it will be Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao. The deepest flavor of the three you listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry in WashDC Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 Uh, just saying - a basic, really easy cocktail we enjoy regularly runs along the line of "Orange Bulleitt" which is Bulleitt Bourbon, Solerno Blood Orange liqueur, and walnut bitters. OR, any bourbon and Luxardo Triplum OR a good dark rum and Patron Orange liqueur. IOW, at $80 a 750, all that extra work of measuring and chilling has been done for us. A bonus is that ALS research gets something. If I see one, I will pick it up, just because. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryT Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 8 hours ago, Harry in WashDC said: If I see one, I will pick it up, just because. My thoughts exactly - although my expectations of seeing one retail? Slightly better than seeing Bigfoot rappel from a UFO (although lightly worse than seeing either Bigfoot or a UFO independently). The Cognac finish wasn't one of my favs, but some other finished bourbons (yeah - I'm looking at you HHSS SB1&2!) are amongst the best whiskey I've had. Definitely curious, and trusting HH that it won't be too heavy handed. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted July 11, 2018 Author Share Posted July 11, 2018 10 hours ago, dad-proof said: Sounds intriguing. May be worth seeking out. I could see this being really well done, and certainly different. Wonder if it was aged in Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao barrels? 9 hours ago, Arkady said: With any luck, it will be Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao. The deepest flavor of the three you listed. My strong suspicion is Cointreau as it was done in partnership with Alain Royer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlutz Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 I’ll need to try this in a bar or from a friend first. Finished whiskeys haven’t worked for me with the possible exception of 1792PF because I find the finishing to be subtle. Even there, I usually blend it 50/50 with 1792FP to mellow it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry in WashDC Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 14 hours ago, Charlutz said: I’ll need to try this in a bar or from a friend first. Finished whiskeys haven’t worked for me with the possible exception of 1792PF because I find the finishing to be subtle. Even there, I usually blend it 50/50 with 1792FP to mellow it out. Good for you. For awhile now, you've mentioned from time to time that you are not a fan of finished bourbons. YET, you still keep trying them. THAT is a necessary trait of a true bourbon geek - checking back to see if, just maybe, you are "missing" something. And thanks for the vatting hint. I happen to have some half-full various 1792s on the shelf. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlutz Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 1 hour ago, Harry in WashDC said: Good for you. For awhile now, you've mentioned from time to time that you are not a fan of finished bourbons. YET, you still keep trying them. THAT is a necessary trait of a true bourbon geek - checking back to see if, just maybe, you are "missing" something. And thanks for the vatting hint. I happen to have some half-full various 1792s on the shelf. Thanks! I’ve only been drinking bourbon seriously for 6 years. I’m still discovering flavors in the standards. I do like the port finish in a foursquare rum I have, possibly because it’s two sweet flavors blended together. I’ll keep trying finished whiskeys but I need to be smart about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeTerp Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 This doesn't sound all that interesting to me, but I would probably pick it up if I stumbled upon it (not very likely). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvd99 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 In this market, any LE from a major producer under $100 is worth considering. I'll probably grab one - it does sound interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry in WashDC Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 18 hours ago, Charlutz said: Thanks! I’ve only been drinking bourbon seriously for 6 years. I’m still discovering flavors in the standards. I do like the port finish in a foursquare rum I have, possibly because it’s two sweet flavors blended together. I’ll keep trying finished whiskeys but I need to be smart about it. Uh, please give me a hint about the rum. My wife and I have been playing around the edges of various rums with the upcoming Summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dad-proof Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Since I read this post I haven't been able to stop thinking about a Campari barrel finished WT/RR. Sadly I don't think Campari is barrel aged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted July 12, 2018 Author Share Posted July 12, 2018 16 minutes ago, dad-proof said: Since I read this post I haven't been able to stop thinking about a Campari barrel finished WT/RR. Sadly I don't think Campari is barrel aged. That is most definitely not a color found in nature. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dad-proof Posted July 13, 2018 Share Posted July 13, 2018 (edited) 39 minutes ago, kevinbrink said: That is most definitely not a color found in nature. Not to be that guy, but Campari used to get that color from nature, cochineal insects in fact, so it can be found in nature. ; - ) Edited July 13, 2018 by dad-proof 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted July 13, 2018 Author Share Posted July 13, 2018 14 minutes ago, dad-proof said: Not to be that guy, but Campari used to get that color from nature, cochineal insects in fact, so it can be found in nature. ; - ) Nice, a point worthy of note I'm not sure if the color is the same nor would I probably be able to tell since I am somewhat color blind. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flahute Posted July 13, 2018 Share Posted July 13, 2018 4 hours ago, dad-proof said: Since I read this post I haven't been able to stop thinking about a Campari barrel finished WT/RR. Sadly I don't think Campari is barrel aged. Amaro Nonino is barrel aged though. I’d be totally on board with a Turkey finished in one of those barrels. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dad-proof Posted July 13, 2018 Share Posted July 13, 2018 11 hours ago, flahute said: Amaro Nonino is barrel aged though. I’d be totally on board with a Turkey finished in one of those barrels. Yummy, thanks for this info, have never had this but will definitely seek it out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanstaafl2 Posted July 14, 2018 Share Posted July 14, 2018 On 7/12/2018 at 7:36 PM, kevinbrink said: That is most definitely not a color found in nature. On 7/12/2018 at 8:15 PM, dad-proof said: Not to be that guy, but Campari used to get that color from nature, cochineal insects in fact, so it can be found in nature. ; - ) I am ok being that guy... Cochineal is still used in the Leopold's Aperitivo which is their version of a Campari style aperitivo. I think St. George's Bruto uses it as well. Campari tastes even more artificial than the color to me and I rarely use it anymore as a result. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flahute Posted July 15, 2018 Share Posted July 15, 2018 5 hours ago, tanstaafl2 said: I am ok being that guy... Cochineal is still used in the Leopold's Aperitivo which is their version of a Campari style aperitivo. I think St. George's Bruto uses it as well. Campari tastes even more artificial than the color to me and I rarely use it anymore as a result. What's your preference for Negronis and boulevardiers if you don't use Campari? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiskeyBlender Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 On 7/11/2018 at 5:23 AM, kevinbrink said: My strong suspicion is Cointreau as it was done in partnership with Alain Royer You are probably right about Alain being involved. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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