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Quoted from DBLM:You will have to join us for one of our Bourbon zooms deadflip
When is the next zoom call? Can't wait to drink way too much and be useless the next day.
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Quoted from bowz:When is the next zoom call? Can't wait to drink way too much and be useless the next day.
I mean, we could hop on now if you want. Some people were saying Saturday night. Any thoughts?
Quoted from DBLM:I mean, we could hop on now if you want. Some people were saying Saturday night. Any thoughts?
Saturday works well for me.
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pasted_image (resized).pngQuoted from Chisox:I’ve had the 10 yr (meh, it’s fine), and the 12 yr Binny’s pick ( )I haven’t tried the regular release 12 yr or the 15 yr (or is it 14 yr) that mixes Dickel in there. I’m ok with a little Dickel being mixed into blends, like most of the Barrel Bourbons from the last couple years. Lots of people don’t like the Dickel profile.
This 12 yr pick is old MGP stock that is just fantastic. It’s only 99 proof, if it was barrel strength it would be legendary.
I liked it since I discovered awhile back, it’s nice and dark for me and more char full taste. It might be a little pricey but it’s a new one I enjoyed.
Quoted from Mudflaps:Longtime lurker, first time poster.
Making the switch from scotch to bourbon to broaden my palate. My scotch of choice is Balvenie, and I just picked up a bottle of Buffalo Trace.
Any other intro level bourbons? I prefer to drink neat in a glencairn. [quoted image]
Welcome to the limelight no more hiding in the shadows 
I would try regular Elijah Craig its a nice everyday sipper.
Concur with Whysnow on the 4 Roses. Regular Maker's Mark is fairly safe as well, and then you can spiral out from there. Similar to Scotch, there are different flavor profiles for bourbon. Do you like strong drinks or mild? Do you like a sweeter flavor? Is the nose important to you? Share some of the things that you like and I am sure that folks can give you some great recommendations.
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Thanks for the suggestions. I prefer a milder sipper with a sweet, oaky nose. Not a fan of peat. I go back and forth with casks (sherry casks with Macallan, rum casks with Balvenie Caribbean).
I typically keep higher quality sippers and 'decent' $30 bottles for cocktails (Makers). I bought the Buffalo Trace as a mixer but read good reviews about the spice, nose, etc.
Quoted from Mudflaps:^^
Thanks for the suggestions. I prefer a milder sipper with a sweet, oaky nose. Not a fan of peat. I go back and forth with casks (sherry casks with Macallan, rum casks with Balvenie Caribbean).
I typically keep higher quality sippers and 'decent' $30 bottles for cocktails (Makers). I bought the Buffalo Trace as a mixer but read good reviews about the spice, nose, etc.
I think you'll really enjoy four Rose's as a mixer. It is so underpriced for its flavor and smoothness. Remember how cheap Weller12 was back when? I dont think 4 roses will get that crazy but I have a case of small batch in attic anyway.
I personally hate peat or smoky anything so remember that when considering my thoughts. I bounce between single malts and bourbon often. If you have not had the chance to try I would recommend Eagle Rare, Wellers, Elijah. Pretty much every bottle mentioned in this thread comes as a good recommendation.
If you want to get into some single malts I recommend sippers like the spot brand. Green, yellow and red spot are all good. I had a green spot finished in some sort of fancy wine cask other day and it was great.
If you ever see a bottle of Pendyern Madeira finish I recommend scooping it up although it is rare to find. - Took me 3 years of asking our local large distributor to get distribution setup.
Love bourbon like these folks but I still dream about Macallan 21 and 24 once a month as well.
For your milder bourbons, you might look at Wild Turkey, Weller, Jefferson's Ocean, High West, and Blanton's, amongst others. Sounds like you could be a fan of the wheat mash bill, which tend to be milder and sweeter than some of the other types.
Best thing is to just start buying bottles. We all may like certain bottles that are the same but we all also don't like the same bottles. Best way to find out what profile you like is to start with a $30-$40 price pount and buy a couple bottles by different makers. You will find what you like by doing this.
Quoted from DBLM:For your milder bourbons, you might look at Wild Turkey, Weller, Jefferson's Ocean, High West, and Blanton's, amongst others. Sounds like you could be a fan of the wheat mash bill, which tend to be milder and sweeter than some of the other types.
Matt are we on for tomorrow nights weekly drunkfest zoom meeting? bowz I hope you replenished your Peerless bottle you silly ass
Quoted from PinDeLaPin:Matt are we on for tomorrow nights weekly drunkfest zoom meeting? bowz I hope you replenished your Peerless bottle you silly ass
I will confirm here in a bit. What time would work best? 9 Eastern?
Quoted from Mudflaps:Longtime lurker, first time poster.
Making the switch from scotch to bourbon to broaden my palate. My scotch of choice is Balvenie, and I just picked up a bottle of Buffalo Trace.
Any other intro level bourbons? I prefer to drink neat in a glencairn. [quoted image]
Nice barrel, but your going to need a second one now for more bourbon bottles!
Quoted from DBLM:I will confirm here in a bit. What time would work best? 9 Eastern?
That works for me
Quoted from Jackontherocks:Don’t worry I missed the zoom but stayed up until 2am with a few. Also, not sure about the crab talk I missed but we have been using this place for years and enjoy the hard shell crabs cooked with seasoning. We order 3 or 4 lbs Of male colossal heavy seasoned once a year and fed ex to AZ. My favorite meal of the year. https://www.crabplace.com/
Thanks for the tip! I ordered the smaller "select" size, but they're looking good.
15877628934603303753053671170616 (resized).jpgQuoted from sulakd:Thanks for the tip! I ordered the smaller "select" size, but they're looking good.[quoted image]
I can tell you that Florida spiny lobster is not only delicious but also stupid cheap because it cant be exported right now.
I havent checked online pricing but locally we are getting it 8 dollars cheaper a pound
Ok, I’m sounding the drinking alarm. Bourbon zoom Saturday night 9 EDT. I will post the link about an hour before the event. I will defer to the more refined of the group as to if we have a tasting theme for tomorrow night or if we are just going to thunder dome it. Look forward to seeing everybody from the last call and meeting new folks.
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Save me a seat at the table Matt i'm in 4 sure.
Quoted from Whysnow:Oh man!!!! So pumped!!!
Should I wait for sat night drunken zoom fun or crack it tonight?[quoted image]
Well maybe just flip a coin.. Heads you open it and tales u save it for Zoomfest 2.0 tomorrow night
Quoted from Whysnow:Should I wait for sat night drunken zoom fun or crack it tonight?
Is this a real question?
Quoted from DBLM:Ok, I’m sounding the drinking alarm. Bourbon zoom Saturday night 9 EDT.
If I'm up, I'm in.
Yup, good shit Bill!
I prefer the nose and front end of the EC18 but the back end and hug on the barrel!
Damn good stuff and the higher proof is still very mellow!
Quoted from PinDeLaPin:Wooooo... man I was worried! Totally smooth shit for the proof
Surprising how smooth it is at the proof!
Really like this and thanks again!
Heidi enjoys it also.
Quoted from TKDalumni:Is EC18 worth the coin?
I will buy every single bottle I find for under $200 on the shelf.
Wish I have bought a case when it was $130 a bottle a few years ago.
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Yeah that gif is going a little too well with the music. Time to put the pipe down.
Quoted from kcZ:What's a good price for Stagg Jr?
Bottle I bought was around 55 from what I remember.
Quoted from DBLM:Bottle I bought was around 55 from what I remember.
I’d take one for $55. Still haven’t got my hands on one. Ever!
Quoted from kcZ:What's a good price for Stagg Jr?
Well, it used to be $55. But it also used to be nasty/mediocre until the last 5 batches that have been from really good to “holy shit!”. It seems to be priced $65-$80 retail now but I’ve paid up to $100 for batch 12 and it’s worth every penny and then some. The current batch (13) is really good and is worth buying $90 or lower IMO.
Quoted from Green-Machine:I’d take one for $55. Still haven’t got my hands on one. Ever!
Really? Damn. I’ll keep my eyes peeled for you.
Quoted from Chisox:Really? Damn. I’ll keep my eyes peeled for you.
That would be lovely! Thank you!
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