Harry in WashDC Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Bourbon Boiler said: 114 proof isn't high enough for that garbage ..... I hope you are referring to the score - Rutgers 37 - Purdue 30 - and not to OGD 114. Taking a break from Tom's Foolery OSBW, 80 proof, 3 YO, and sipping on a store pick of SAOS "American Whiskey", 107 proof, NAS. non-chill filtered. Back label says it is a blend of whiskeys distilled in Indiana (likely MGP) and Tennessee (likely NOT Dickel as I get no vitamin/pickle flavor and likely NOT JD as I get no banana). One of them was aged in new oak barrels and the other in used re-charred oak bourbon barrels, but the label doesn't say which distillate went into the recharred barrels. At 107 proof, I was really disappointed. I had some water handy so added enough to take it down to, I guess, about 98-102. Boy Howdy!! I hit a X- spot [adjectival exclamation deleted at X as a disgusting, if accurate, description of what spot I hit]. Figuratively. In other words, with a little water, this REALLY opens up. Check it out if you have one and hated the neat sip. Edited November 29, 2020 by Harry in WashDC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 1 hour ago, mbroo5880i said: Meanwhile, my wife is watching a Hallmark Christmas movie. I guess by default so am I. Watching the Hallmark Christmas movies with my wife. Not drinking. Yet. Biba! Joe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourbon Boiler Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 54 minutes ago, Harry in WashDC said: I hope you are referring to the score - Rutgers 37 - Purdue 30 - and not to OGD 114. Taking a break from Tom's Foolery OSBW, 80 proof, 3 YO, and sipping on a store pick of SAOS "American Whiskey", 107 proof, NAS. non-chill filtered. Back label says it is a blend of whiskeys distilled in Indiana (likely MGP) and Tennessee (likely NOT Dickel as I get no vitamin/pickle flavor and likely NOT JD as I get no banana). One of them was aged in new oak barrels and the other in used re-charred oak bourbon barrels, but the label doesn't say which distillate went into the recharred barrels. At 107 proof, I was really disappointed. I had some water handy so added enough to take it down to, I guess, about 98-102. Boy Howdy!! I hit a X- spot [adjectival exclamation deleted at X as a disgusting, if accurate, description of what spot I hit]. Figuratively. In other words, with a little water, this REALLY opens up. Check it out if you have one and hated the neat sip. Lol. Yes, the "garbage" was Purdue running a total 3 offensive plays in the fourth quarter en route to the loss. The OGD is never the problem. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulO Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 I opened the Benchmark Full Proof. To be honest, BT mash bill #1 is sort of hit or miss with me, depending on the version. I'm liking this. It's on the sweet side, but some little bit of dry oak in the finish. There is no harshness, or white dog sourness. It's actually pretty easy for 125 proof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kepler Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 2 hours ago, Harry in WashDC said: I hope you are referring to the score - Rutgers 37 - Purdue 30 - and not to OGD 114. Taking a break from Tom's Foolery OSBW, 80 proof, 3 YO, and sipping on a store pick of SAOS "American Whiskey", 107 proof, NAS. non-chill filtered. Back label says it is a blend of whiskeys distilled in Indiana (likely MGP) and Tennessee (likely NOT Dickel as I get no vitamin/pickle flavor and likely NOT JD as I get no banana). One of them was aged in new oak barrels and the other in used re-charred oak bourbon barrels, but the label doesn't say which distillate went into the recharred barrels. At 107 proof, I was really disappointed. I had some water handy so added enough to take it down to, I guess, about 98-102. Boy Howdy!! I hit a X- spot [adjectival exclamation deleted at X as a disgusting, if accurate, description of what spot I hit]. Figuratively. In other words, with a little water, this REALLY opens up. Check it out if you have one and hated the neat sip. Thanks for the tip Harry. Indeed I have one which I'm not terribly fond of. I'll try this the next time I decide to pull that bottle from the cabinet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedelstaedt Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 Having RRSiB PS My first libation for the Thanksgiving holiday week. Late to the party, better than never I suppose. This is turbocharged WT101, maximum balance. Cheers 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfoots Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 My initial two pours of EC Toasted Barrel where not impressive at all tonight. I’ll have to revisit that bottle in another month or so. I’m really enjoying a healthy pour of CEHT SmB though. The cherry sweet nose makes me d 3 sniffs to every sip. Delightful. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fosmith Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 8 hours ago, webfoots said: I’m really enjoying a healthy pour of CEHT SmB though. The cherry sweet nose makes me d 3 sniffs to every sip. Delightful. Got a bottle of this open now and, to me, this is the best bourbon out there at the $40 price point. Every sip tells you that you are drinking a premium whiskey. Trouble is, it's gotten really hard to find. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeTen Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 55 minutes ago, fosmith said: Got a bottle of this open now and, to me, this is the best bourbon out there at the $40 price point. Every sip tells you that you are drinking a premium whiskey. Trouble is, it's gotten really hard to find. Me, too! Even better @ $34.99 OTD - just sayin' . . . . . . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FacePlant Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 11 hours ago, Wedelstaedt said: Having RRSiB PS My first libation for the Thanksgiving holiday week. Late to the party, better than never I suppose. This is turbocharged WT101, maximum balance. Cheers What Wedelstaedt said. Another B 4th. I guess I've got maybe 6 or 7 different ones. WHAT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yobber76 Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 (edited) 6 hours ago, fosmith said: Got a bottle of this open now and, to me, this is the best bourbon out there at the $40 price point. Every sip tells you that you are drinking a premium whiskey. Trouble is, it's gotten really hard to find. One of my favorites. I can't find it for less than $60 right now. I have found Blanton's easier and around the same price currently Edited November 29, 2020 by yobber76 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry in WashDC Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 16 hours ago, Kepler said: Thanks for the tip Harry. Indeed I have one which I'm not terribly fond of. I'll try this the next time I decide to pull that bottle from the cabinet. After a second night of sipping SAOS "American Whiskey" (tonight being the second night), I think Dickel is the "other" whiskey in it. Sipping the neat version to start tonight reminded me of the Dickel Barrel Select I bought once - not happy with it neat but nice when a cube or two was added to a couple of ounces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kepler Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 20 hours ago, mbroo5880i said: I meant to just have a small drink but It's alright buddy, we've all been there before 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeepCover Posted November 30, 2020 Share Posted November 30, 2020 21 hours ago, PaulO said: I opened the Benchmark Full Proof. To be honest, BT mash bill #1 is sort of hit or miss with me, depending on the version. I'm liking this. It's on the sweet side, but some little bit of dry oak in the finish. There is no harshness, or white dog sourness. It's actually pretty easy for 125 proof. I haven’t seen the new Benchmark line in my neck of the woods, but I’m looking forward to this one and the BIB version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarSurfer55 Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 Having some Weller 12 tonight. Hitting all the right notes tonight. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yobber76 Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 A little EC BP B520 tonight. I like the B releases 2 years in a row. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 Cracked this open tonight. It’s been a long time, I think this is my first EC in the tall bottle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourbon Boiler Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 WB Saffell, and trying to forget this workday happened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markandrex Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 Bakers single barrel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted December 2, 2020 Share Posted December 2, 2020 Somewhat crazy day at work. Maybe more weird than crazy. A couple of pours of BT are tasting pretty good this evening. Not sure about after supper. Biba! Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wlrogers Posted December 2, 2020 Share Posted December 2, 2020 Enjoying a Woodford Double Oaked this evening. While I’m not a connoisseur like some of you, this is my favorite pour of 2020. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radioyada Posted December 2, 2020 Share Posted December 2, 2020 Stagg Jr batch 12. It is a little cool tonight, so I decided on a warm pour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarSurfer55 Posted December 2, 2020 Share Posted December 2, 2020 Having some Belle Meade Cognac finished bourbon. The cognac really shines through 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wlrogers Posted December 2, 2020 Share Posted December 2, 2020 16 minutes ago, Radioyada said: Stagg Jr batch 12. It is a little cool tonight, so I decided on a warm pour. Stuff will prevent frostbite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yobber76 Posted December 2, 2020 Share Posted December 2, 2020 (edited) Had a pour of EC BP C919. Had t o melt a big cube in it to defuse the ethanol a little. I have to say I prefer the B519 and B520. That being said, I will continue to work this bottle to it's conclusion. Edited December 2, 2020 by yobber76 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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