BigPapa Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Great finds there BigPapa. I bought up a whole bunch of these before they disappeared. Such a good, reliable pour, and can't go wrong with a Macallan/HP blend at 18 years and well under $100.Totally agree!!!59.00 a pop before Mn tax. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 Hopefully this will be the end of my Dalmore run. Picked up quite a few points with the LS owner by getting this shelf hog out of his way. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted February 25, 2019 Share Posted February 25, 2019 I left two cases of Laphroaig 15 on the shelf, in favor of these, have a feeling all will still be around next time I find my way to the store I found these at. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 (edited) No idea how old this sucker is, but it was cheaper in NYC today than the current 10yo is at home. Edited February 27, 2019 by Marekv8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 21 minutes ago, Marekv8 said: No idea how old this sucker is, but it was cheaper in NYC today than the current 10yo is at home. I saw a 15 of that era on the shelf the other day was pretty tempted to grab it at just over a hundred but I've done enough spending in recent weeks. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Been looking for a proper bottle of Jura for quite a while— figured I could trust Samaroli... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Marekv8 said: Been looking for a proper bottle of Jura for quite a while— figured I could trust Samaroli... I've yet to find a Jura that works for me hope that Samaroli is a good one. I have liked all of the Old Particular's I've grabbed, as an FYI there is a Ben Nevis 12 year floating around the city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 4 hours ago, kevinbrink said: I've yet to find a Jura that works for me hope that Samaroli is a good one. I have liked all of the Old Particular's I've grabbed, as an FYI there is a Ben Nevis 12 year floating around the city. Thanks for the Ben Nevis tip. If it’s where I suspect— I’ll have to pass as I’m not allowed in the store. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcpfratn Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Thanks for the Ben Nevis tip. If it’s where I suspect— I’ll have to pass as I’m not allowed in the store.You’re such a friendly and knowledgeable guy that I can’t imagine what you did to get banned from that store...but of course we are talking NYC and they sometimes don’t know what to think about us southern boys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 2 minutes ago, lcpfratn said: You’re such a friendly and knowledgeable guy that I can’t imagine what you did to get banned from that store...but of course we are talking NYC and they sometimes don’t know what to think about us southern boys. I wouldn't let him into my store he would buy all the nice bottles I have my eye on! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 6 minutes ago, lcpfratn said: You’re such a friendly and knowledgeable guy that I can’t imagine what you did to get banned from that store...but of course we are talking NYC and they sometimes don’t know what to think about us southern boys. I walked up to what I thought was an open register, not realizing that there was a queue of folks further back being sent to check out one at a time (I had never been there when crowded). Anyway, the manager went nuts, accused me of breaking in line and made a huge show of tossing me out. Rather surreal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcpfratn Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 I walked up to what I thought was an open register, not realizing that there was a queue of folks further back being sent to check out one at a time (I had never been there when crowded). Anyway, the manager went nuts, accused me of breaking in line and made a huge show of tossing me out. Rather surreal.Wow! I don’t think I’d care about going back in there anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcpfratn Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 I wouldn't let him into my store he would buy all the nice bottles I have my eye on! [emoji6] He does have an eye for the finer things in life, that’s for sure! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 6 hours ago, lcpfratn said: He does have an eye for the finer things in life, that’s for sure! The term “finer” is a total disconnect— I would be much more comfortable with eclectic, challenging or unwieldy. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 42 minutes ago, Marekv8 said: The term “finer” is a total disconnect— I would be much more comfortable with eclectic, challenging or unwieldy. Some of us think those are the finer things in life 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 7 minutes ago, kevinbrink said: Some of us think those are the finer things in life Nicely said— without risk there is no reward. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 The combination of a Friday and the first day of the month brought some fresh bottles out. Apparently only six bottles for NYC this round— whereas the CR Grooves was everywhere. Sorry for the taxi shot. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R-Savage Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 Been a while since I have been here. Been really busy. Thought I would share. I have been really getting into more Scotch recently. It started with a Bruichladdich Port Charlotte. Then just purchased a Laphroaig 10. Love it. Just today purchased a Balvenie 12 year Single Barrel First fill. Also. Purchased a economical Ballentines scotch to keep me away from the prizes in my growing collection. Good to be back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auracom Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 overpaid $20 or so on an old Laddie Tenner but it is worth it. pure malt hits the spot. probably will go back and get more. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berto Posted March 4, 2019 Share Posted March 4, 2019 I bought a bottle of the new Ardbeg Drum Committee Release because, like Fredo, I'm weak and stupid. It checks so many of my weak spots on spec I almost didn't have a choice in the matter. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clueby Posted March 4, 2019 Share Posted March 4, 2019 (edited) On 3/1/2019 at 12:49 PM, Marekv8 said: The combination of a Friday and the first day of the month brought some fresh bottles out. Apparently only six bottles for NYC this round— whereas the CR Grooves was everywhere. Sorry for the taxi shot. That sounds very interesting. I love me some Ardbeg. How do you get your hands on the Committee version vs. the regular one? Looks like MSRP is $110 for reg, $120 for comm. I passed on last years Grooves after trying it. Wasn't my thing. I like the peatier or sherried Ardbegs. And given that I'm a drummer...I of course want one! Edited March 4, 2019 by Clueby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marekv8 Posted March 4, 2019 Share Posted March 4, 2019 17 minutes ago, Clueby said: That sounds very interesting. I love me some Ardbeg. How do you get your hands on the Committee version vs. the regular one? Looks like MSRP is $110 for reg, $120 for comm. I passed on last years Grooves after trying it. Wasn't my thing. I like the peatier or sherried Ardbegs. And given that I'm a drummer...I of course want one! According to the Committee email blast from Ardbeg, the CR version was supposed to hit on March 05 with the standard release on June 01, Ardbeg Day. I guess the bottles hit a bit early in the States-- it was quite the unexpected surprise. The Springbank 19yo Fresh Rum is one of my favorite drams-- so I'm hoping for the best. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 4 hours ago, berto said: I bought a bottle of the new Ardbeg Drum Committee Release because, like Fredo, I'm weak and stupid. It checks so many of my weak spots on spec I almost didn't have a choice in the matter. I struck out on this one unless a friend comes through for me. It's the most intriguing on spec form me from the last few years I'll definitely pick up the wider release when it's out later this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clueby Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 4 hours ago, Marekv8 said: According to the Committee email blast from Ardbeg, the CR version was supposed to hit on March 05 with the standard release on June 01, Ardbeg Day. I guess the bottles hit a bit early in the States-- it was quite the unexpected surprise. The Springbank 19yo Fresh Rum is one of my favorite drams-- so I'm hoping for the best. Just checked email and saw that I got the same email re the releases. I don't typically see committee releases on the shelf, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 4 hours ago, Clueby said: That sounds very interesting. I love me some Ardbeg. How do you get your hands on the Committee version vs. the regular one? Looks like MSRP is $110 for reg, $120 for comm. I passed on last years Grooves after trying it. Wasn't my thing. I like the peatier or sherried Ardbegs. And given that I'm a drummer...I of course want one! Is that the MSRP? Here I know that the Committees sell for $109 and the wider releases for $90. I'm a fan of Grooves, of the last few I think I like it more than Kelpie and Auriverdes and less than Dark Cove though that is completely non scientific since my bottle of Dark Cove is long gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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