JoeTerp Posted June 9, 2019 Share Posted June 9, 2019 Missed out on the Elmer that has been popping up in semi-random VA stores over the last week or so. But I was able to get a 1792 Bottled in Bond and the wife did manage to get me a Michter's Barrel Strength Rye. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmennium Posted June 9, 2019 Share Posted June 9, 2019 Awesome score. Saffel is the only thing I have been actively looking for, and am willing to pay full MSRP, but I haven't seen any around Atlanta. Granted I have only had the time to look at 5-6 places this year. I don't know if I missed it in GA or if it hasn't hit yet.Have not seen in GA either, but a buddy found some in AL. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDanner Posted June 9, 2019 Share Posted June 9, 2019 Only one Bourbon in this photo, but three great whiskies, all on sale. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0895 Posted June 9, 2019 Share Posted June 9, 2019 2 hours ago, BDanner said: Only one Bourbon in this photo, but three great whiskies, all on sale. Not sure if you know or not, but I wonder how the Virgin 101 compares to the Old Ezra 7/101p? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT3NSB Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 quick run through the grapevine southlake area of Texas.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollywood Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Doing more in the way of purchasing then drinking over the past month. I got back into the gym and put myself onto a strict meal plan for a bit.. There is light at the end of the tunnel, but for now curbing the bourbon intake somewhat.. However, I found my back up bottle of HMK10 and OE7BS that I’ve never seen here.. Nice weekend! 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollywood Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 16 hours ago, newmennium said: Have not seen in GA either, but a buddy found some in AL. Several places carry the Saffel here in AL, saw in several LS while vacationing in FL as well.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDanner Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 15 hours ago, 0895 said: Not sure if you know or not, but I wonder how the Virgin 101 compares to the Old Ezra 7/101p? Harry in DC did a great SBS. Old Ezra was never available here in NC. Either way, it's a sold pour for less than $15. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwmac Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 I have a Blanton's Gold on its way to me by way of my brother who lives in Vancouver. Still trying to make sense of the marketing strategy limiting distribution of Blanton's Green, Gold and SFTB... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeTen Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 6 hours ago, mwmac said: I have a Blanton's Gold on its way to me by way of my brother who lives in Vancouver. Still trying to make sense of the marketing strategy limiting distribution of Blanton's Green, Gold and SFTB... Japanese company keeping old clients happy by leaving old distribution network in place after buying Sazerac?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limegoldconvertible68 Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Couldn’t help myself. I overpaid at $24 but I am such a sucker for age stated dusties. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex Rob Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 22 hours ago, JT3NSB said: quick run through the grapevine southlake area of Texas.... That GB Balmorhea is superb. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcpfratn Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 I have a Blanton's Gold on its way to me by way of my brother who lives in Vancouver. Still trying to make sense of the marketing strategy limiting distribution of Blanton's Green, Gold and SFTB... Japanese company keeping old clients happy by leaving old distribution network in place after buying Sazerac?!? [emoji26]Age International owns the Blanton’s brand, and it is owned by a Japanese company. I think Frank is right about keeping old clients happy by leaving old distribution networks in place, but Sazerac/Buffalo Trace is essentially just the contract distiller and wholesaler for Blanton’s on behalf of Age International. In some ways it’s similar to the relationship that Van Winkle has with Sazerac/Buffalo Trace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limegoldconvertible68 Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 7 minutes ago, lcpfratn said: Age International owns the Blanton’s brand, and it is owned by a Japanese company. I think Frank is right about keeping old clients happy by leaving old distribution networks in place, but Sazerac/Buffalo Trace is essentially just the contract distiller and wholesaler for Blanton’s on behalf of Age International. In some ways it’s similar to the relationship that Van Winkle has with Sazerac/Buffalo Trace. Serious? I thought Blanton’s was a regular Buffalo Trace Brand and Hancocks was the only one they didn’t own. Is all of the mashbill#2 owned by Age International? What about Elmer T and Rock Hill Farms? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex Rob Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Stopped at a regular store today and came across some 14 year 120 proof KC SB pick for $47.00, I'll take it! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil T Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 42 minutes ago, Limegoldconvertible68 said: What about Elmer T and Rock Hill Farms? Age international. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwperry Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 Stopped at a regular store today and came across some 14 year 120 proof KC SB pick for $47.00, I'll take it!I've been loving some Knob Creek lately, that would have been hard but to Max the credit card if they had a taster available (and if my palate agreed) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeTerp Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 1 hour ago, Tex Rob said: Stopped at a regular store today and came across some 14 year 120 proof KC SB pick for $47.00, I'll take it! Some of those Knob Creek picks can be quite good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afmadd Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 On 6/9/2019 at 12:01 AM, JoeTerp said: Missed out on the Elmer that has been popping up in semi-random VA stores over the last week or so. But I was able to get a 1792 Bottled in Bond and the wife did manage to get me a Michter's Barrel Strength Rye. I was able to pick up a bottle of Elmer in VA, my first one. I'm a bit surprised by its profile - seems like it's closer to E H Taylor SB than Blanton's, despite its mash bill. Definitely enjoying it, though others I tried it with have said it's a bit too sweet for their tastes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoustonNit Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 That GB Balmorhea is superb. I’ve actually heard some good things about this one. However in general GB isn’t to liked around here hopefully this one will change opinions. That being said I need a second opinion from someone that doesn’t have Tex in there name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeTerp Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 1 hour ago, afmadd said: I was able to pick up a bottle of Elmer in VA, my first one. I'm a bit surprised by its profile - seems like it's closer to E H Taylor SB than Blanton's, despite its mash bill. Definitely enjoying it, though others I tried it with have said it's a bit too sweet for their tastes. Congrats on the pickup. I enjoy Elmer and think it's a really great pour for the $40 after tax that it's currently in VA. I prefer RHF of the BT #2 mash, but think I would likely have ETL in 2nd of the US releases. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afmadd Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 17 minutes ago, JoeTerp said: Congrats on the pickup. I enjoy Elmer and think it's a really great pour for the $40 after tax that it's currently in VA. I prefer RHF of the BT #2 mash, but think I would likely have ETL in 2nd of the US releases. Great price and great bourbon. I love the spice on it - something almost entirely lacking in Blanton's. I've never tried RHF, but looking forward to it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyP Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 15 hours ago, Tex Rob said: Stopped at a regular store today and came across some 14 year 120 proof KC SB pick for $47.00, I'll take it! Love this juice. I'm wondering when the good times for buying a 9 - 14 y.o. over-proofed, premium quality bourbon for $39 - $49 - are gonna stop. I've got a couple of cases of various KCSiB PS bunkered just in case some wizard at Beam Suntory decides to mess with my world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucknut51 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I cannot find Saffell anywhere in Ohio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex Rob Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 23 hours ago, HoustonNit said: I’ve actually heard some good things about this one. However in general GB isn’t to liked around here hopefully this one will change opinions. That being said I need a second opinion from someone that doesn’t have Tex in there name. Give it a shot, TW has the best price for a 375ml. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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