Wedelstaedt Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Sipping on WTKS, delicious. A little more detail in the "What did you open today, 2021" thread. Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedelstaedt Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 2 hours ago, flahute said: That OCBIB in your photo is one that they had a lot of thought it wasn't from the 70's! (I bet that's amazing). I was close to sobbing and tried every way I could think of to convince them to sell me some of those bottles to no avail. What was so great about this place is they had figured out how popular PVW and BTAC had become and had raised prices accordingly. The high rollers would buy those while ignoring all the dusties. I'd sit at the bar and laugh while drinking these amazing whiskies from yesteryear at a fraction of the price. They were intent on finding a new location and reopening. Alas that never happened. Those bottles are sitting in storage somewhere and that makes me sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kepler Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 4 hours ago, Jfletchgu said: Some cheapy Old Ezra 90 proof while enjoying an episode of “The Wire” in my new bourbon and cigar man corner in the garage. Looks great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kepler Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Had a pour of local private pick Larceny earlier, while me and the Mrs. finished off watching the final episode of Ken Burns' Vietnam series. Love me some Ken Burns films. Just poured some Little book 3 now. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 I finally finished my project. (For the most part.) I had pour of Pappy 15, followed by a pour of 2017 WLW. I’ll post some pics tomorrow. Biba! Joe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kepler Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Finishing off the night with a pour of WTRB 108.2 batch. I think the new 116 proof batch may actually be better, but man oh man, this one is like an old friend. Such a familiar flavor, incredibly rich Wild Turkey goodness. One of my all time favorite bottlings. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedelstaedt Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 3 hours ago, Wedelstaedt said: Sipping on WTKS, delicious. A little more detail in the "What did you open today, 2021" thread. Cheers I was right, this bottle is going too quick tonight. So I switched to a standard RRSIB. Very good pour, but not up to the Kentucky Spirit. Makes a good bottle buffer to the WTKS. Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedelstaedt Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 8 minutes ago, Kepler said: Finishing off the night with a pour of WTRB 108.2 batch. I think the new 116 proof batch may actually be better, but man oh man, this one is like an old friend. Such a familiar flavor, incredibly rich Wild Turkey goodness. One of my all time favorite bottlings. The 116.8 is really good. But, I still prefer those WTRB-03 gems. Cheers 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kepler Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 5 minutes ago, Wedelstaedt said: The 116.8 is really good. But, I still prefer those WTRB-03 gems. Cheers Yeah. I've avoided ever doing a SBS because I see no reason to choose between the two. Can't buy more 108.2 RB-03 anyway, and they are so different it just comes down to what mood I'm in. But the 108.2 is such a familiar flavor, I'm always drawn to it whenever I go back to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedelstaedt Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Just now, Kepler said: Yeah. I've avoided ever doing a SBS because I see no reason to choose between the two. Can't buy more 108.2 RB-03 anyway, and they are so different it just comes down to what mood I'm in. But the 108.2 is such a familiar flavor, I'm always drawn to it whenever I go back to it. Good point. Best to enjoy them on their own. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedelstaedt Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Just now, Wedelstaedt said: Good point. Best to enjoy them on their own. Cheers Edit: Because, the two are so different. (Has the edit feature been disabled?) Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kepler Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 4 minutes ago, Wedelstaedt said: (Has the edit feature been disabled?) Looks to me like it has. Maybe a moderator can comment on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeTen Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 5 hours ago, Wedelstaedt said: Edit: Because, the two are so different. (Has the edit feature been disabled?) Cheers No, the "edit feature" is now under the 3 little dots in the upper right hand corner of your recent post. Just click on the dots! Ask me how I know . . . . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 51 minutes ago, GeeTen said: No, the "edit feature" is now under the 3 little dots in the upper right hand corner of your recent post. Just click on the dots! Ask me how I know . . . . You’re a funny man Frank. Biba! Joe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flahute Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Didn't think the Browns had a chance today and it sure started out that way. Then Mahomes got hurt and suddenly the Browns had a chance. Didn't quite get it done but they made it interesting. To all the Chiefs fans I hope Mahomes can go next week and I'll be rooting for you. Despite the disappointment, the Browns had a great season that surpassed all expectations. The best part is they finally have a great coach and front office for the first time since they came back. They are going to be good for a while. So, I'm toasting a great season and the future with some George T Stagg. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeTen Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 4 minutes ago, flahute said: Didn't think the Browns had a chance today and it sure started out that way. Then Mahomes got hurt and suddenly the Browns had a chance. Didn't quite get it done but they made it interesting. To all the Chiefs fans I hope Mahomes can go next week and I'll be rooting for you. Hey Steve, I won't tell SWMBO that you'll be rooting for the Chiefs in case we meet up next April in Bardstown. She's from Buffalo Buffalo - born in Millard Fillmore Hospital on Delaware Avenue. Guess who she's rooting for . . . . . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbroo5880i Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 (edited) 14 minutes ago, flahute said: Didn't think the Browns had a chance today and it sure started out that way. Then Mahomes got hurt and suddenly the Browns had a chance. Didn't quite get it done but they made it interesting. To all the Chiefs fans I hope Mahomes can go next week and I'll be rooting for you. Despite the disappointment, the Browns had a great season that surpassed all expectations. The best part is they finally have a great coach and front office for the first time since they came back. They are going to be good for a while. So, I'm toasting a great season and the future with some George T Stagg. It was a good game even if Romo was shrieking like a school girl at the end. I loved the last 4th down play call to pick up the first down and ice the game. Having a nice pour of FRSB tonight. This is one of the best standard bottles I have had of FRSB over the past few years. Sweet cherry pie with a hint of oak on the palate and a nice long spicy finish. Quintessential Four Roses. Edited January 18, 2021 by mbroo5880i 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flahute Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 15 minutes ago, mbroo5880i said: It was a good game even if Romo was shrieking like a school girl at the end. I loved the last 4th down play call to pick up the first down and ice the game. Having a nice pour of FRSB tonight. This is one of the best standard bottles I have had of FRSB over the past few years. Sweet cherry pie with a hint of oak on the palate and a nice long spicy finish. Quintessential Four Roses. Ha! I love Mahomes and Reid so I'd normally be applauding that play. Tonight I was cursing! That 4RSiB sounds amazing - just exactly how I expect it to be. SO happy to see that they are back. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flahute Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 23 minutes ago, GeeTen said: Hey Steve, I won't tell SWMBO that you'll be rooting for the Chiefs in case we meet up next April in Bardstown. She's from Buffalo Buffalo - born in Millard Fillmore Hospital on Delaware Avenue. Guess who she's rooting for . . . . . Do NOT tell her. I don't want to be watching my back all weekend in Bardstown! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinjoe Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 I wanted to kill this last remaining bit in the bottle as it’s been open a long time, but just couldn’t. Saving one last pour...Damn, it’s great whiskey, even at this low fill. Thick, creamy, and luscious. Crusted brown sugar for days with caramel and coconut. The only downside of these last pours, is that the oak is a little more dominant. The thing about these old ORVW 15s is that the age was so well integrated. Still, after many years open, this whiskey is superb. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhettro Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) On 1/16/2021 at 10:19 PM, smokinjoe said: That Ezra 90 is a real under the radar goodie. I pick it up once/twice a year for about $15 for a family size. A lot more to it than the price would lead one to believe. Totally dig your corner of whiskey/cigar Nirvana there, too! That Old Ezra 90 proof is really good. For the money - and I’ve been dipping into the bottom shelf a good bit lately - it more than holds it’s own. If I’m not mistaken, that Old Ezra 90 proof is basically Lincoln County processed Heaven Hill whiskey. And being a hefty HH fan, it’s certainly a nice addition to the HH rotation. In fact anyone looking for a JD black or gentleman jack upgrade - something charcoal filtered - Ezra 90 is less money and quite frankly, more delicious. Edited January 19, 2021 by Rhettro Grammar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_Loblaw Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Wow! Tough follow. Turn the big 4-0 today. Starting with some WSR to warm the palate while I wait for the wife to get home. With COVID preventing me from celebrating with any of my bourbon tribe she is stepping in for tonight. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 17 minutes ago, Bob_Loblaw said: Wow! Tough follow. Turn the big 4-0 today. Starting with some WSR to warm the palate while I wait for the wife to get home. With COVID preventing me from celebrating with any of my bourbon tribe she is stepping in for tonight. Happy Birthday Ben! Biba! Joe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CardsandBourbon Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Started with a New Riff SiB PS at 109 proof. Really good for a 4 year old bourbon. Followed that with one of my favorites, Baker's and finishing up with a 9 yr. OBSF 4R at 120 proof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_Loblaw Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) After kids went down enjoyed a quiet night on the couch while sharing a few special pours with my wife. The OFBB was the winner for both of us. Burnt brown sugar on the nose gave way to a viscous luscious palate. The PVW20 was a close second HUGE nose of cherry and red summer fruits that could be smelled 24 inches from my nose. I forgot until afterwards that the 20 is 90.4pf and not the 107 that the 15 and OR10 are. As a result I erred in my pouring order and should have started with the Pappy instead of the 105pf OFBB. The OFBiB was tried in between and was absolutely forgettable. Young corn & yeast on both the nose and the palate. Overall this BiB series has not impressed me. The bottle is beautiful, but the bourbon itself lackluster. Think we are now 6 releases in plus a few distillery only and the 15yr is the only one that has gotten mostly positive reviews. Edited January 19, 2021 by Bob_Loblaw Add picture! 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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