What bourbon are you drinking this Summer - 2024

[mbroo5880i]

27 minutes ago, Richnimrod said:

I eased the last hefty pour from a bottle of Evan Williams Black Label over a small cube and enjoyed it quite a lot.   This particular bottle was one I'd "juiced up" when it was about half empty, by adding the last ounce or so of Elijah Craig Old Fashioned mix that I didn't want to save, along with about 12-dashes of Angostura bitters and 4-dashes of Regan's Orange bitters.   So, when poured neat or over a small cube, I wind up with a truly-mediocre-but-quick Old Fashioned.    I actually like it pretty well, though it would never pass muster if being judged as a cocktail.

 

What the hell?  Was there even bourbon in your glass? 

 

Sorry, Rich, I am in one of those moods tonight.  

[mbroo5880i]

29 minutes ago, Richnimrod said:

I eased the last hefty pour from a bottle of Evan Williams Black Label over a small cube and enjoyed it quite a lot.   This particular bottle was one I'd "juiced up" when it was about half empty, by adding the last ounce or so of Elijah Craig Old Fashioned mix that I didn't want to save, along with about 12-dashes of Angostura bitters and 4-dashes of Regan's Orange bitters.   So, when poured neat or over a small cube, I wind up with a truly-mediocre-but-quick Old Fashioned.    I actually like it pretty well, though it would never pass muster if being judged as a cocktail.

 

I learned something today.  Detroit is like the coney dog capital of the world.  I thought NY was with Coney Island.  But, Michael Symon says otherwise.  

[Skinsfan1311]

On 7/19/2024 at 8:23 PM, mbroo5880i said:

HH7 while sitting on the deck on a nice summer evening listening to music. 

 

I brought work home for the weekend but it will have to wait until tomorrow,  or Sunday, or Monday.  I have good intentions. We will see how that works out. 

Monday works...

[Skinsfan1311]

New Riff BP in @mbroo5880i's favorite glass

[Kepler]

As detailed over in the "What bottle did you open today?" thread, I've been enjoying New Riff 8 Year tonight.  After 2 pours of that, I thought I'd pour a Spec's store pick SiB New RIff.  Yep, I think I prefer younger New Riff over the 8.  That's my first impression anyway, ... time will tell as I go back to the bottles for repeat tastings.

 

 

 

Edited July 21, 2024 by Kepler
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[Richnimrod]

8 hours ago, mbroo5880i said:

 

What the hell?  Was there even bourbon in your glass? 

 

Sorry, Rich, I am in one of those moods tonight.  

HA!   Well, it was 'mostly Bourbon', having started with that half-bottle (about 380-400-ml) then adding those several dashes of bitters, it was a pretty Bourbon-forward kinda Old Fashioned.    The dregs of that Elijah Craig Old Fashioned mix (which is pretty goo, IMHO) might have made one more small cocktail; but, I decided (about 6-months ago) to just make that half-bottle of 'slightly-flavored Bourbon'.  EW being pretty low-proof was influenced enough to slant the taste toward that of an actual Old Fashioned... just not very far in that direction. Heeee-Heeeeee!

[Anwalt]

Last day visiting my buddy from TN. Finally got him to try the ECBP C922. He loved it with just a little ice. 

[fishnbowljoe]

Pours of Weller SR and Blanton’s were enjoyed last night. I’m not sure what’s going on. I can’t find a leak in my bottle of Blanton’s, but the fill level sure has gone down a lot

since I opened it a couple of weeks or so ago.  

 

[Skinsfan1311]

OGD BiB in the glass....

[Double C's]

a pour of AA and 4RYL from the freezer after spending the afternoon installing some security features to my house. My subdivision has had to deal with some teenage riff raff lately and I thought it was in our best interest to finally put some cameras up. Better safe than sorry.

[0895]

8 hours ago, fishnbowljoe said:

Pours of Weller SR and Blanton’s were enjoyed last night. I’m not sure what’s going on. I can’t find a leak in my bottle of Blanton’s, but the fill level sure has gone down a lot

since I opened it a couple of weeks or so ago.  

 

 

 

Evaporation is a pain in the rear.

[Clueby]

Big fan of this. Tons of sweet oak. Smells like a rickhouse.

[Anwalt]

Stopped by a friend's to pick up cruise ship goodies. Had already had the ration for the day. But he offered the 4R 16y Kentucky Strong. One simply does not say "No" to that.

 

I think it's my favorite 4R, ever. Needs to be side by side with '23 SBLE. Just to be sure.

[Double C's]

I've been trying to kill the moles tearing up my back yard, and finally got one today. They've been evading the trap, but I got lucky seeing one moving around while i was outside just a bit ago. A celebratory pour was in order for my small victory in the war against these pests.

[Jazzhead]

I had to run out to the beach crib to meet with a roofer who had to cancel and reschedule for tomorrow.   So it's just me and my lonesome tonight watching Philllies - Twins.    No reason not to break out the good stuff.

[Jazzhead]

On 7/20/2024 at 8:10 PM, mbroo5880i said:

 

I agree.  I always compared WTRB and RRSiB. I have yet to buy a bottle of WTKS since they moved away from the fantail bottle.

 

However, I am a Cheap Bastard so I normally buy WT101 or WTRB, when I can get it for around $40. I have been hearing good things about recent WTKS so a bottle may end up in my shopping cart soon.

 

I would love to see WTKS NCF.

I've stuck with WTKS as my preferred way to sip Turkey,  and usually have a bottle open.    Curated single barrels of the world's best bourbon at its perfect proof.  What''s not to like?

[smokinjoe]

Maker’s Cask Strength to help ease the pain of a trying day at the plastic factory.  It’s really one of my favorite bourbons, and while I like regular Maker’s, I continue to be stunned with how much more I like this at cask strength.  I’m at the point where I may stop “regularly” buying standard MM altogether, because the availability of CS is excellent, and its price premium is so worth it for me.  Bordering on, not close anymore.  This is not meant as a dis on standard MM, but rather a simple recognition of how well CS Maker’s suits me.  Standard Makers was one of my Gateway Bourbons, so I will always have one on my bar, regardless.  In fact, I’ll go get another tomorrow.  

[markandrex]

WT Generations.  It has been several days of outdoor  work ( second coat on shed, weeding around pool, lawn care and pool care).  Now I’m watching as some guys drop a 85’ tulip poplar that has taken a rather “wonky “ shape over the shed.  I should have had it done before the shed makeover but I couldn’t reach him until today.

 

[MM818]

Some Eagle Rare at a hotel bar on the east coast. Praying that Delta can get their shit together and get me home tomorrow. Should probably have another…

[Drudge]

1915...

[FacePlant]

8 hours ago, Drudge said:

1915...

Vibrant photo...nice. Welcome to the party Drudge.

[Anwalt]

13 hours ago, markandrex said:

WT Generations.

 

Is it worth the price tag?

[markandrex]

14 minutes ago, Anwalt said:

 

Is it worth the price tag?

For me, yes.  It is a very different path for WT.  It is an elegant expression with great depth.

The nose is baked pear, vanilla, dark cherries and mild baking spices.

The palette is the same with some black pepper sinking into the tongue.

The finish has amazing depth and length.  It is a pour to savor with a vanilla crème brûlée texture.
I am a card holding member of the flock.  All of their expressions have been and are staples in my bar.  This is a whole new path of blending for them.  
It is definitely worth a pour and if you encounter a bottle, I would not hesitate (nor will I given another opportunity).

It is a pour that will impress all bourbon enthusiasts.

[Anwalt]

24 minutes ago, markandrex said:

For me, yes.  It is a very different path for WT.  It is an elegant expression with great depth.

The nose is baked pear, vanilla, dark cherries and mild baking spices.

The palette is the same with some black pepper sinking into the tongue.

The finish has amazing depth and length.  It is a pour to savor with a vanilla crème brûlée texture.
I am a card holding member of the flock.  All of their expressions have been and are staples in my bar.  This is a whole new path of blending for them.  
It is definitely worth a pour and if you encounter a bottle, I would not hesitate (nor will I given another opportunity).

It is a pour that will impress all bourbon enthusiasts.

 

Wow, that's a very high recommendation. I will keep my eyes open. Thanks for taking the time!

[fishnbowljoe]

Bourbon/beer/cigar night at the Legion. It’s one of our guys birthday. He had to quit drinking alcohol last year. He’s allowed one drink every so often. Special day, special pour. Whadaya think? I think I chose a good ‘un for him.   FWIW, since he quit drinking, he’s shared pretty much all of his open bottles with us. We'd bring empty sample bottles, he’d fill ‘em and return them to us. Rinse, wash, repeat.