#Woodford Reserve Batch Proof

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Thrilled about unique whiskey flavors? 🥃 Woodford Reserve introduces two exquisite expressions that redefine craftsmanship and taste. From the fusion of bourbon and wine with the Sonoma Triple Finish to the bold Batch Proof Series 121.2, your palate is in for a treat. Dive into the world of premium whiskey with Woodford Reserve and explore the unparalleled complexity and depth of flavor. Ready to elevate your whiskey experience? #WoodfordReserve

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Some Woodford Reserve Masters Collection batch proof bourbon and a Victor Calvo Maduro box press cigar to round out the weekend. .... "Eating and sleeping are the only activities that should be allowed to interrupt a man's enjoyment of his cigar." ~ Mark Twain .... #cigar #CigarLover #CigarAfficionado #cigarphoto #cigarsnob #cigarlife #cigarsmoke #victorcalvocigars #sailorandsticks #cigarsandwhiskey #TapThatAsh #whiskey #bourbon #woodfordreserve #whiskeylife #WhiskeyLover #whiskeyphoto #WhiskeyNeat #WhiskeyAfficionado #whiskeygram #quote #quotestagram (at Coastal San Pedro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpbvnPTrYpN/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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GSN Spirited News: March 16th 2021 Edition

GSN Spirited News: March 16th 2021 Edition

Boston-based Latitude Beverage has launched Tequila Zarpado, the first agave spirit in the company’s portfolio. The release was distilled at Cavas de Don Max from 100% blue agave and will initially be available as a Blanco expression. The 40% abv Tequila will retail for around $25 a 750-ml. and will be available in Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New…

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Here are my 2021 favorite Whiskey options you can find for every budget. You can’t go wrong with these. They’re reliable, won’t ever let you down mixing or neat. Gifts or not. You should be able to get these in most of the US or acquired from other areas easily if not. They should also be on shelves at normal msrp or lower.

Barrell Bourbon/Whiskey

Many options and variations but I love the Bourbon Batches most. Expect $80-$100 for regular releases, more for extra special things. Keep an eye out for the private selections done by stores with great private barrel reputations. Stock up because it’s inevitable consumers will catch on that the brand keeps getting major awards and big ratings. I love the no BS transparent presentation too.

Makers Mark

A classic. Very nice Wheated Bourbon doing things right for more than 50 years. Put it in an empty Van Winkle 10 bottle, no one will know the difference. Great price with legendary consistency.

Woodford Reserve

So solid, so consistent and good. Super job blending this. It doesn’t get the credit it deserves amoung whiskey geeks. Gift or an everyday drinker, it’s every versatile. One of my top go to’s at bars without many whiskeys or for a nice value. If you’re a fan of fruity, sweet, caramel profile this is it.

Elijah Craig

A long time favorite. My everyday drinker that can easily fool most whiskey snobs at costing twice the typical $30ish price.

Angels Envy Bourbon

Great for gifting, newer Whiskey people that want a more approachable sweater profile. Created by Lincoln Henderson, one of the greatest whiskey minds we’ve had.

Basil Hayden 80 Proof

Best Bourbon for the new Bourbon fan. At 80 proof it’s very friendly and smooth. I personally prefer this regular original version over the new or older versions. Don’t add water, ice or dilute in cocktails. Makes a nice gift for the non snob or pouring an 80 proof blind to one.

Old Forester 1920

Not a Bourbon fan secret any longer. Very solid great high proofer for all uses. Has become a store shelf favorite to so many.

Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon and Rye

The WT brand rarely gets anything wrong. You’ll never go wrong with these higher proof bargains that should cost 2x.

Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit

Nice for gifting and a very nice 101 proof hiding in plain sight.

Wild Turkey Russels Reserve 10 Year Bourbon

An awesome 10 year Bourbon for $30-$40, who can’t love that!

Wild Turkey Russels Reserve Single Barrel Rye

Best Single Barrel Rye you’ll ever find sitting on most store shelves waiting for smart people to buy them.

Four Roses Small Batch

90 proof. 6-7 year great everyday for everything at $30-$35. It will hold up to just about anything blind.

Four Roses Small Batch Select-see above, just add non-chill filtering and 7% more abv. Limited Distribution States are expanding.

Lot 40 Rye

If you find an old 2012 bottling grab it. Even the current release is solid for $35-$40. A rare Canadian Rye that’s 100% rye. This one is often in the store’s Canadian Whisky section rather than with the Rye’s.

Wilderness Trail-all types

The more I learn about them and their plans, I get more giddy over what’s coming. They have a million+++ dollar lab testing to make sure everything is as close to perfect as possible —it shows. Shane, Pat and staff are fanatics to make the best. Tomorrow’s Van Winkle and Willett. Get it until you can’t. In about half the states but expanding.

Hillrock-all types

Small true craft place on a New York farm growing grain and making Bourbon, Rye and Single Malt. Quality and tasty. Makes very nice gifts especially for those seeking something different with a rich look. Around $100.

Willett Noah’s Mill

Defies logic. The world is going crazy for Willett, especially Willett Family Estate (WFE) bottlings. January 2021 Willitt’s 100% own house made Whiskey turns 9 years old. Noah’s is currently pulled from Willett’s own best 7-8 year old barrels- soon to be a year older (written 12/20). When WFE rarely drops at retail or the Visitor Center, they are $200-$300 and sell out in minutes, not hours. At near barrel proof of 114.3 and around $45-$55 a bottle, how is Noah’s Mill on the shelves at all? Like I said, “Defies logic” and should. One of the best, most accessible bottles you can find today. Near barrel proof is a bonus. Half the cost of the similarly age/proof Bookers. Noah’s is allocated and if the label simply said “WILLETT Noah’s Mill” stores would be charging $300 per bottle for it. It won’t take much for this to be the next one you wished you bunkered a few cases of while you could.

Charbay R5 Whiskey

This one is the most interesting and unique whiskey you’ll ever have. US Regs require them to call this “Hop Flavored” but there is no flavoring added. Double distilled from bottle ready Bear Republic’s Racer 5 IPA. There is no way to accurately describe it. People tend to love it or not. Read up on it but having or gifting it will show your depth and appreciation for different styles of Whiskey. If you’re a hop head get it. Well stocked stores are likely to have it in distribution states. Ask a manager if they have it as I’ve tended to see it in many sections other than whiskey. Charbay’s one of the oldest craft distilleries in the US. Doing Brandy since 1983 and hop whiskey since 1999.

Larceny

A nice Wheated Bourbon from the legacy of the Weller brand and Stitzel Weller distillery. Made by Heavanhill in Louisville at the distillery built to replace the aging Stitzel Weller plant. Larceny was rebranded from Old Fitzgerald, this $25-$30 Bourbon is a great bargain. If your searching for Wheated Bourbon, Weller, and your good with 92 Proof, 6-9 years old, this is it. Every bit as good or better than Weller. Note-They have a full proof version that is much less likely to be on the shelf at MSRP.

Buffalo Trace

Good solid everyday Bourbon with the same mashbill and recipe of it’s sister brands at higher proof like the Stagg’s people are nuts for right now. One of the few Buffalo Trace made Bourbons that you can find and is good in taste and price.

Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream

Another weird one to be one of my favorite Whiskies. Many people don’t know it exists. It’s got loads of uses for desert, in coffee, baking and just something different to the Bourbon lover. A great nightcap to decompress or to have “one more” especially before driving. Cheaper and much better than Bailey’s, a nice substitute to stick to Bourbon but a variation. Great gateway to the non-bourbon drinker also.

Old Forester 100 proof

Tasty $20-$25 choice with a good proof kick. Very solid and hiding in plain sight. Here’s the thing— truly authentic Whiskey aficionados don’t judge each other on the expensive over the top cult booze that they have/drink. They judge on their depth, choice and guts to drink something great that’s not cool or pretentious like this one. Well known to good bartenders as their secret weapon for an inexpensive Bourbon.

Rittenhouse Rye 100 Proof Bottled in Bond-

Everything I just said about Old Forester 100 is true for this one but in a Rye. If it were ever discontinued, American Bartenders would start crying. You won’t find a better $20-25 rye or whiskey. Super versatile.

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I never meant to start collecting bottles of bourbon, it just kind of happened. For those of you who don’t know, all bourbon is whiskey but not all whiskey is bourbon. Some people drink it on the rocks and some add a dash of water in their pour. Most bourbon enthusiasts such as myself drink it neat ( straight up at room temperature ). When people think of whiskey they usually think of Jack Daniel’s, Jim Beam, or Jameson. Those are alright but there’s so much more out there to try. Since I’ve accumulated a small collection, I thought I’d share my opinion on the bottles pictured above. I’ll start with the first photo and work my way from left to right.

Buffalo Trace 

This is the bottle that started it all for me. It’s the very first bottle of bourbon I bought without knowing what was in store for me and boy did I fall hard. It’s inexpensive, easily accessible, and just a great bourbon all around. 7/10

E.H Taylor Small Batch

I love the flavors I pick up in this bottle. It’s oak, dried figs, and vanilla. It’s aged just the right amount of time too. I feel like it should be priced much higher than what I paid for. This bottle is simply amazing! 9/10

Eagle Rare

This is basically Buffalo Trace but aged for ten years. It’s the perfect bourbon to pair with a baked apple pie or a box of chocolates. It makes for a great gift that won’t hurt your wallet. 8/10

Blanton’s Gold

The OG of single barrel bourbons. This is the kind of bottle you save in your closet and bring out for a special occasion. This bottle isn’t cheap by any means. If you want to impress a whiskey snob then this should be on your list. Is it worth the price? The worth you put on something is subjective but I’d say it’s definitely worth it. 10/10

Knob Creek Small Batch

One of my favorites and easily an everyday sipper for me. It’s caramel, peanut butter, vanilla, and oak. It’s the bottle you take with you on a weekend camping trip and sip next to an open fire all night. It’s very underrated in my opinion. If I were a bottle of bourbon I’d be this one right here. 8/10

Elijah Craig Small Batch

Another one of my favorites. This is what I recommend to someone if they’re thinking of trying bourbon for the first time. It’s super smooth and extremely delicious. Trust my judgement and just buy a bottle. 8/10

Old Forester 1920

This bottle is by far the most interesting and the most complex out of all of these. It’s not a beginner bourbon so maybe wait a little before you jump the gun on this one. 9/10

Wild Turkey Longbranch

Mathew Mcconaughey has been the creative director for Wild Turkey for a couple of years now. He and master distiller Eddie Russel teamed up and created what Mathew calls “his favorite bourbon”. I pick up some floral and citrus notes when I sip this. 7/10

Knob Creek Single Barrel 

At 120 proof, it’ll definitely burn your tongue a bit if you’re not used to higher proof whiskey. When you buy a bottle of single barrel bourbon, you take a gamble each time because no two barrels are alike. This is easily the best single barrel you can get at this price range. 8/10

Woodford Reserve

This was one of the first bottles I ever bought and I still haven’t finished it. I was very underwhelmed and a little disappointed when I picked this up. Some people swear by it but it’s just flat out boring to me. Unlike some of the other bottles on here that have character and depth, this one plays it safe and no flavors really come forward. It’s overpriced for what you get so I’d skip out on this one. 4/10

Bulleit Bourbon

I must’ve gone over a few dozen bottles of this by now. It’s only $22 and you can find it just about anywhere. This is my mixer bourbon so thats why I go through it pretty fast. Next time you feel like mixing Jack and Coke, buy a bottle of this instead. I drink my whiskey neat but this bottle is the exception since it’s such a great mixer. Mix it with just about anything and it’ll make a decent cocktail. Take it to a party and mix it with coke and everyone will get fucked up before you know it. 6/10

Maker’s 46

Maker’s Mark is a classic affordable bourbon that you can find anywhere. Any self-respecting bar will carry a bottle of Maker’s Mark somewhere on the shelf. It has a high wheat percentage in the mash bill so this is a very sweet bourbon. Regular Maker’s Mark doesn’t really do it for me so I picked up a bottle of Maker’s 46 to try it out. It’s the same as regular Maker’s Mark except they add French oak staves in the barrel for about six months and then they bottle it up. I’ll probably never buy this again but that doesn’t mean it’s bad bourbon. I’m just not really a fan of wheated bourbons I guess. 6/10

Four Roses Single Barrel

Many people go nuts over this but it didn’t impress me all that much. Maybe I got a bad batch or something…I don’t know. I’ll give it another try some day. 4/10

Wild Turkey Forgiven 

The story goes that an employee at the Wild Turkey distillery accidentally mixed bourbon and aged rye together. It turns out the taste was so good that they chose to bottle it up and sell it as a limited release. I’m glad they did because I really like this a lot. 7/10

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Manhattan frink

Manhattan frink how to#

The extra aging time boosts the flavor profile of Makers and makes it a great choice for a delicious and approachable Manhattan cocktail. On the nose, the aromas of caramel, vanilla, toffee, and toast are readily apparent, and the flavor has touches of cinnamon, oak, and caramel. Once the initial aging is finished, the bourbon is put in a used Maker’s barrel with seared French oak staves and rested in a cellar for another 2-3 months. But the extra aging and proof on Maker’s 46 is another story altogether.Īt $40 a bottle and about six years old, its mash bill is 70% corn, 16% wheat, and 14% malted barley. Many find the basic Maker’s Mark expression too subtle and soft to stand up to assertive sweet vermouth in a cocktail. It’s a delectable whiskey for a fabulous Manhattan. In addition, the finish is lengthened from a typical Woodford Reserve bourbon and a bit of smoke and oak stay on the palate after each sip. At $50 it’s a high-end pick for a Manhattan, but perfect for cocktail aficionados.įlavors of vanilla, chocolate, and nuts come through easily on the nose and the palate. The bourbon stays in this finishing barrel for 6-12 months, picking up sweeter notes from the long toasting process. Woodford Reserve Double Oaked bourbon has the extra flavors from a secondary finishing in a barrel toasted for 40 minutes and charred for 5 seconds – a much longer toasting than the initial Woodford Reserve barrel. Their Bottled in Bond bourbon presents with vanilla, caramel, and oak with some apple and baking spice on the nose.įor the Single Barrel bourbon the flavors will be different for each barrel, but often you’ll find caramel, clove, grass, and dried oak. Their Single Barrel Rye makes a delicious Manhattan as well. Using their Small Batch Bottled in Bond Bourbon or their Single Barrel Bourbon is the most economical at $45 or $50 respectively. Made in Danville, Kentucky, Wilderness Trail distills delicious bourbon and rye whiskeys. While there are still baking spice notes in the flavor, Rittenhouse has a bit more citrus, baking spice, and cocoa in the mouth. At 100 proof it’s easier to sip in Manhattan cocktails. If Pikesville’s proof is too much for you, Heaven Hill’s Rittenhouse Rye Bottled in Bond is an excellent substitute. Slight cherry notes soar when combined with cherry bitters or a bar spoon of cherry juice added to the mixing glass. Its spicy nose, rye grain, and honeyed aromas blend deliciously with a quality sweet vermouth that includes early elements like nutmeg, licorice, and clove. With a mash bill of 51% rye, 39% corn, and 10% malted barley, it’s a bourbon drinker’s rye with a great, spicy finish.Īt $50 a bottle, it’s a perfect price point for a special occasion bourbon for a fine Manhattan. For serious whiskey drinkers it’s an excellent choice as it’s widely available, delicious, and keeps the whiskey front and center in a cocktail. One of the best rye whiskies for a Manhattan is Pikesville Rye made by Heaven Hill Distillery in Kentucky. Now let’s get to some of the best whiskeys for Manhattan cocktails! 7 Best Whiskeys for a Manhattan

Manhattan frink how to#

Choose a base whiskey you love or split the difference between two of your favorites.įor more on the history of the Manhattan and how to craft a great one, see How to Build a Classic Manhattan If you’re wondering if a Manhattan is better with bourbon or rye, that decision comes down to personal preference. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a cocktail cherry. Stir until well-chilled, about 30 seconds. 1 oz sweet vermouth (I prefer Carpano Antica or Cocchi Vermouth di Torino)Ĭombine ingredients in a mixing glass and fill with ice.Today, drinkers use a 2:1 ratio or a 2 ½ to ½ ratio. The exact ratios and whiskeys to make the best Manhattan is a matter of great contention among whiskey drinkers.Įarly Manhattans likely had a split ratio of whiskey to vermouth. While we don’t know the name of the person who created it, its provenance is well-documented in the newspapers at the time because the cocktail rose to fame quickly.Ī Manhattan has three simple elements: whiskey, sweet vermouth and bitters. The Manhattan cocktail arrived on the scene in the 1880s at the Manhattan Club in New York. (Post may contain affiliate links.) What is a Manhattan? In a Manhattan, there’s no hiding bad whiskey. Whatever whiskey you choose for your Manhattan, make sure it’s one you love neat or on the rocks. The Manhattan cocktail puts a spotlight on the whiskey in the cocktail – every element in the cocktail is designed to support and drive the flavors of the whiskey. Let’s take the guesswork out of finding the best whiskey for a Manhattan.

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Best bourbon community for you :)

When it comes to spirits, more people are trying to tell the difference between Bourbon and Scotch. All bourbon can still be considered whiskey. However, not all whiskey can also be called Bourbon. Before you buy bourbon online, this article is essential.

If you get what we are referring to, this one is for YOU!

This is the best season to enjoy bourbon. Everybody has their favourite bourbon. Some people enjoy Old Crow's latest whiskey batch, while others prefer Jim Beam or Jack Daniels.

Sipn was created intuitively to help these people. They can share their opinions and ideas with others by joining Sipn. The community will bridge the gap between Bourbon enthusiasts and the spirits industry through its social media app, brand-sponsored events, and exclusive excursions. Imagine being able to attend a distillery event alongside like-minded people who can share their thoughts.

You can sip Bourbon if you don't know its color.

Ever wonder how bourbon gets its color? This is not the first time.

The true color of bourbon is often not known to most people. Due to the many ingredients and aging methods, it is difficult to know which factors have the biggest impact on a bourbons color.

Did you know that bourbon actually starts clear? It's incredible, but it's also very true.

Bourbon is actually a clear liquid called "white dog", and its brownish color comes from the years it has been aged in oak barrels.

Color is simple. The darker the barrel, both the bourbon and its flavor, the better.

Woodford Reserve is a well-known company that makes double barreled bourbon. To make the whiskey darker, you place it in another toast or charred barrel. This phenomenon is best illustrated by Woodford Reserve Double Oaked.

It's amazing how little details like where and how the spirit is kept can make a big difference in how it turns out.

The Barrel Entry Proof, for example, has a direct impact on the color. Because the barrel has less water, this is why it affects the color. A lower barrel proof means that alcohol will dissolve natural sugars faster than water. This results in a lighter color, and stronger taste.

The storage of barrels can have an impact on the color of America's spirit. Barrels stored on their sides will allow for more air circulation which results in faster and more flavorful aging. This allows the barrel's thickest portion (the staves), to reach its maximum thickness, which can result in a darker barrel.

Because they have less airflow, barrels that are vertically stored age quicker. They have greater access to barrel heads that are thinner and have a lower impact on color.

Every time you open a new Bourbon, Bourbon will become more appealing to your taste buds. Sipn will allow you to get to know this all American drink. It was designed intuitively to appeal to Bourbon lovers who are open to learning more about the spirit.

Sipn will soon become available to you for use. In the meantime, sipn is still available. Enjoy your Bourbon and indulge! buy bourbon online today

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Alcopops (ready to drink/ high strength premixes) includes traditional forms of alcohol which are based on malt, spirit, wine and other but has very low alcohol content. These products are available in market with other flavours into it such as lemon, lime and others. Premix alcoholic drinks are nothing but the blend of fruit flavours with low content of alcohol. The demand for these drinks is increasing due to changing customer preferences and convenience as it is available in small bottles and cans. Along with this, organizations are trying to bring some alterations in the alcohol products in market to provide consumers with a new taste as well as refresh their attitude towards alcohol.

In February 2020, Brown-Forman has launched a product called Woodford Reserve Batch Proof which is being launched in Kentucky Derby as Whiskey, as the market is having the demand for the alcoholic product which is premium product for the customers and it has been launched to cater the needs for the premium customers as this product is launched to fulfil the demands for the higher income groups.

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A Costco find today the Woodford Reserve Master's Collection Batch Proof 128.3 proof bourbon. Paired with a Blackbird Cigar Co Crow cigar. The bourbon is warm with flavors of coffee, cedar, and dark chocolate. .... "And while the future's there for anyone to change, still you know it's seems, It would be easier sometimes to change the past." ~ Jackson Browne .... #cigar #CigarLover #CigarAfficionado #cigarphoto #cigarsnob #cigarlife #cigarsmoke #blackbirdcigar #skallywagcigars #sailorandsticks #cigarsandwhiskey #TapThatAsh #whiskey #bourbon #batchproof #woodfordreserve #masterscollection #whiskeylife #WhiskeyNeat #WhiskeyAfficionado #whiskeygram #WhiskeyLover #whiskeyphoto #whiskeyweather #quote #quotestagram #thirstythursday (at Coastal San Pedro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQPopdksj2y/?utm_medium=tumblr

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GSN Review: Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection: Batch Proof 118.4

GSN Review: Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection: Batch Proof 118.4

Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Woodford County, Kentucky recently released its 2022 annual limited-edition, high-proof expression – Woodford Reserve Batch Proof. This latest expression is built upon Woodford Reserve’s traditional bourbon mash bill of 72% corn, 18% rye and 10% malt.  Batch Proof takes Woodford Reserve’s standard 90.4 proof and instead offers consumers the privilege of…

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Fathers Day and other gifts 2020-Pick 3 for $100 at the end. Best 3 bottles for $100

Time for my not so famous 2020 gift guide. Fathers Day, Holidays whatever.

Let’s start with some stuff that I like or think is cool. Then I’ll get to bottles with some commentary. Let’s start with some successful Kickstarters I’ve done over the years I like and can no be purchased in-stock. Sorry if photo links aren’t working.

At some point everyone needs ice and water for you Whiskey so ice ball/cube gadgets-

The Polar Ice Tray-they aren’t cheap for ice ball or cube trays but nice clear ice is every whiskey geeks dream.

https://ucubecreative.com/

How about an inexpensive ice press, not $1000 but $200, also not Copper-

https://youtu.be/yw-X_hsx-zo

https://bevratech.com/products/glacious-le?variant=8116588773484

VSSL is a company that built a 9 Oz. Flask with flashlight, bottle opener, and shot glasses. You can customize it more for first aid and other things-

https://www.vsslgear.com/products/flask

How about the perfect jacket for a fire pit, football game or stumbling around a rickhouse? “The Drinking Jacket”-

Besides being comfortable, durable and designed to keep you warm, this hoodie is jam-packed with “drinktacular” features: bottle opener zipper, neoprene koozie pocket (to keep your beer cold), hidden flask pocket, and slip resistant mitts. It also sports a sunglass holder,snappable I.D. and money pocket, optional metal-detector-proof flask, and deep pockets (to carry more booze goods). The drinking jacket boasts a cool looking reflective logo, and it’s available in 3 different colors: Charcoal , Merlot and Charred Oak.

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Watch "The Drinking Jacket" on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/115282987?ref=em-v-share

https://mensgear.net/2014/12/drinking-jacket.html

My favorite Whisky glass right from the source, the Glencarin. But did you know you can get it in a mini, cut glass, engraved or logo’d, mixer glass that has no foot at the bottom, Stemmed Copita. Nice decanters also—

https://www.glencairnwhiskyglass.com/glencairn-packages/glencairn-whisky-glasses

Wanna screw around aging your own white dog in an Oak bottle one at a time, here it is-

https://oakbottle.com/

Ouita Michael Midway Bakery Cookie Box $37 shipped!!) 24 awesome cookies and other things.

https://www.ouitamichel.com/shop

My $100 Whisk(e)y hoard. Pick any 3 that should be readily available and can be found. I’ll follow with some wild cards that you might not be able to find due to release area or increasing popularity and allocations but still relatively easy with a little effort.

Any of these would stand on their own as well at between $25-$45. The 3 for $100 will range from $85-$115 depending on sales, taxes, and other variables. Marked with * are my favorites or especially good value for consistently very good taste.

Bourbon

Buffalo Trace Straight Bourbon $27

*Elijah Craig Straight Bourbon $28

*Evan Williams Straight Bourbon Single Barrel $28

*Wild Turkey Russell’s Reserve 10 year Straight Bourbon $33

Woodford Reserve Straight Bourbon $38

Four Roses Small Batch Straight Bourbon $35

Makers Mark Wheated Cask Strength Straight Bourbon $45

*Wild Turkey Rare Breed Straight Bourbon $44

Basil Hayden High Rye Straight Bourbon $37

Old Bardstown Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon $22 Willett product

*Wild Turkey 101 Straight Bourbon. $22

Old Forester 100 Proof Straight Bourbon $23

Old Grand Dad 100 High Rye Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon $23

Old Grand Dad 114 High Rye Proof Straight Bourbon $28

Larceny Wheated Straight Bourbon $25

Makers Mark Wheated Straight Bourbon $28

Bourbon Finished

Angels Envy Finished Bourbon $45

Noah’s Mill 114.3 Proof Bourbon from Willett $55-If Dad is nuts to get his hands on Willett this is it. Willett’s best regular brand, closest to barrel proof when you can’t get a private barrel bottle. Readily available!

Johnny Drum 101 Straight Bourbon another Willett product $28

Rowens Creek 101 Proof Straight Bourbon Willett product $32

Scotch

These scotch’s are all fairly mild with low peat/smokiness. Great Values-Smooth

Chivas Regal Blended Scotch Extra 13 year $39

Glenmorangie* Original Single Malt Scotch 10 Year $43

Glenfarclas 12 Year Single Malt Scotch $40

*Highland Park Single Malt Scotch 12 Year $43

Glenlivet Founders Reserve and 12 Year Double Oak Single Malt Scotch $40

Auchentoshan American Barrel Single Malt Scotch $40

Glengoyne 12 Year Single Malt Scotch $44

Old Pultney 12 Year Single Malt Scotch $45

Glenfiddich 12 Year Single Malt Scotch $42

Rye

Lot 40 Canadian Rye $40. Try to find the 2012 edition if possible

Wild Turkey Russell’s Reserve Straight Rye $35

Pikesville Straight Rye 110 Proof $42

*Rittenhouse Straight Rye 100 proof BiB. $25

*Wild Turkey Russell’s Reserve 104 Proof Single Barrel Straight Rye $50 but priced higher in some places

Wild Cards—Due to increasing popularity and brand hype these are getting harder to find in some areas. Within a year I expect them to be hard to find in most areas. Ask store to hold one for you.

EH Taylor Small Batch Straight Bourbon $42

Eagle Rare 10 Year Straight Bourbon (getting harder to find in some areas)

Bowman Brothers Straight Bourbon Single Barrel $35

John Bowman Straight Bourbon $50, May be harder to find, more costly.

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Woodford Reserve Releases Batch Proof 2021

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Five pours to get you started as a whisk(e)y drinker

Most of my friends don’t drink much whisk(e)y. In fact I’d venture to suggest that the majority of them only really drink it around me, and occasionally only because I press it upon them. Humouring me, bless ‘em.

Still, the recommendation requests pop up every once in a while, so I thought I’d stick a few thoughts into a post. A starter pack for those looking for something more interesting than Bells, if you like.

Whisk(e)y geeks, this probably isn’t for you. I’ve put together five whiskies (plus a special bonus – no extra cost...) and whilst they by no means cover all the flavour bases they’re enough for a decent snapshot.

Needless to say, I think these are all very tasty indeed. I’m sure the list would look different were it to be put together by any other enthusiast; I can already hear the incensed cries of ‘no! Why didn’t you include...?’ ... ‘That one? What are you on about?’ etc etc ad nauseum. Whisky is a broad church, after all, and that’s something to be embraced. All are under £40 per bottle; if you do some digging – and you always should – you can find most of them under £30.

Glenfarclas 10 year old

If you’ve tried any Single Malt, it’s fairly likely you’ve encountered Glenfiddich 12. Maybe even Aberlour 10. Glenfarclas falls into broadly the same flavour bracket. Sherry casks means it’s a fruity number; baked apples alongside pears, with some honey and brown sugar. It’s only 40%ABV, so there’s no real heat, but the influence of the sherry casks alongside a pretty robust spirit makes for a nicely plump body and mouthfeel. If you find this works for you, then good news – you’ve become a fan of one of the whisky community’s best-loved distilleries. And the rest of the range is awfully good value too. Happy exploring. 40% ABV

If you enjoy this, have a go at Glendronach 12 years old and Benriach 12 year old Sherry Wood.

Teeling Single Grain

One of the most dangerously easy-drinking whiskies I’ve ever come across. Which sounds like damning with faint praise, but translates as ‘very tasty, very moreish and likely to please everyone.’ I’ve just finished my bottle, and I’m more than a little gutted. Young Scottish Single Grains aren’t really my thing; they tend to be wheat-based, and don’t lose their spirity edge until they’ve matured for a good long while. Teeling, by contrast, is Irish and corn based, which makes for lovely sweet flavours of creamy vanilla and buttered...well...corn. They’ve also used some red wine casks which add an extra layer of strawberry and cranberry. Are you going to discover previously undreamt-of complexity? No. But of all the pours on this list, I reckon Teeling would convert the most newcomers, because – drumroll – it tastes good. And it does so in an astonishingly approachable and straightforward way. A crowd-pleaser in the best sense of the term. Not sure about whisk(e)y? Try this one. Seriously. 46% ABV

If you enjoy this, have a go at Bain’s Cape Mountain and Kilbeggan 8 year old Single Grain.

Woodford Reserve Distiller’s Select

There are a few good bourbons in this price range I could have gone for, but Woodford converted me, and a few years later it converted my mother too. So it seemed the obvious choice. Deep vanilla and brown sugar, with a little added spiciness from the relatively high rye content. (More on this later...) By the standards of this price point Woodford is also fairly rich on the toasty oak front, and more full-bodied than its direct competitors. The bottom line is that it’s the bourbon that got me into bourbon, and despite having tried hundreds and hundreds since, I still love it every time I go back. Can’t say much fairer than that. The bottle shape means you can also conceal it in a bookcase. Which isn’t a major factor in my recommendation, but what’s not to love about a bottle you can conceal in a bookcase? 43.2% ABV

If you enjoy this, have a go at Buffalo Trace and Four Roses Small Batch.

Bulleit 95 Rye

Bulleit’s design makes me want to throw back a glass in a crowded saloon, or swig it straight from the bottle on horseback as my steely-eyed gaze takes in some mountainous horizon. But both would be irresponsible and vulgar, and in any case I own neither a horse nor the means with which to look steely-eyed. So don’t do that. But do invest in a bottle of this, which has (finally) brought rye onto UK supermarket shelves. Rye is leaner and spicier than bourbon as a style. Some of the familiar vanillas and brown sugars are still there, but they’re accompanied by a whole load of green apple peel, nutmeg and pepper. It’s less voluptuously full-bodied, but the flavours tend to be a bit more concentrated. And that spiciness is a really wonderful thing. On offer you can find this at £22, which is a steal. It also comes with an unequivocally high rye percentage; if you’re a fan of this then rye is unquestionably a style for you. 45% ABV

If you enjoy this, have a go at Rittenhouse 100 proof and Rebel Yell Small Batch Rye

Nikka From the Barrel

I’ve tended towards lower alcohol whiskies in making this list, as the chief complaint I field when doing ‘intro’ tastings is usually to do with heat. But bear with me on this one, because it isn’t a huge leap booze-wise, and the alcohol is fully balanced by body and flavour. More importantly, this is one of those whiskies that everyone who tastes it seems to love. As in properly love. I’ve seen so many people with only a couple of pours under their belt take one sip of this and be instantly smitten. It’s also a brilliant exception to the rule that great Japanese whisky tends to be on the super-pricey side. Flavour-wise I often describe this as a bridge from scotch to bourbon. It has the rich oak and caramel of the latter, with a fruity spiciness and mildly smoky (not peaty) meat that puts me in mind of the former. It’s also much more scotch-like than bourbonesque in terms of structure and body, but that’s drifting a little too far in the direction of tasting note poncery... Anyway, perhaps it’s wrong of me to compare it to either. Nikka from the Barrel is very much its own animal, and a terrific one at that. Pick up a bottle and join the legions of disciples. 51.4% ABV

If you enjoy this, lookalikes aren’t thick on the ground. The Nikka Pure Malt range is great though. Or you could just get another bottle of From the Barrel...

And your extra special bonus...

Paul John Edited

There’s no reason the whisky that wins you over shouldn’t be peated. For that matter there’s no reason it shouldn’t be Indian either. This is my favourite of the Paul John flagship range. It’s their light-medium peated expression, so if it floats your boat you can move on to the more intense stuff, but if you end up swiping left you won’t have had your face completely blown off. Plus I’m just a fan of the happy medium when it comes to my smoke. Sue me. Edited is a rather malty, savoury number. A little honey, a little smoked meat. A little lapsang souchong if you’re feeling fancy and know your teas. The peat is clear, but it isn’t all-consuming. I absolutely love the balance of flavours here, which is why I’ve picked it ahead of some more obvious Scottish alternatives. And being slightly off-piste gives you the chance to sound knowing and authoritative when you pass on the tip. Which is an absolute requirement of being a whisk(e)y nerd. 46% ABV

If you enjoy this, have a go at Highland Park 12 year old and Talisker 10 year old. Add a Springbank 10 year old to your basket too. Just for me. And out of respect.

So there you are. My starter pack for those looking to take their first/new whisk(e)y steps. Hundreds of others could easily have made the cut – that’s part of the fun. But do give one or more of these a go; I suspect you’ll be pleasantly surprised by what you find. And then, of course, you can move in whichever direction takes your fancy.

And if you happen to be a long-in-the-tooth enthusiast and didn’t stop reading after the first paragraph or two, I’d of course love to hear what your own introductory recommendations would be. Comments box is below – the more top tips the better...

Cheers!

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2019 Fathers Day Bourbon Buying Guide/List

Here is my 2019 Fathers Day Bourbon Buying Guide/List. It’s somewhat an “evergreen list” though that should hold up for a bit. Its also a “Reality List”. Its my belief that a Whiskey favorites buying list is worthless if you can’t buy it. For this reason, I’m leaving off things that are too limited to buy at a reasonable price, poor value, over rated or unfortunately not distributed to enough places to make it easy to find.

1792 Barton Small Batch, Single Barrel and Full Proof Bourbon’s are all good buys for their respective taste and price of $30-$50

Angels Envy Bourbon I’m not a big fan of wine barrel finishes but this is a rare exception. The Port is well balanced and doesn’t try to compete with the Whiskey. It’s especially nice for a before/after dinner sip and for the novice as it’s not an “in your face” high proofer. At $50-$60 it’s a fair value and makes a nice gift.

Barrell Bourbon These have been coming out regularly the past few years. Alternating or blending Dickel and MGP barrels these are well aged and range from good to great. Currently up to around Batch 20. Bottled at barrel proof. They have been experimenting with various barrel finishes but I’m happy to stick with their regular Straight Bourbon. Gift one or bring it to a party to look like an expert since this isn’t a common bottle. $80-$90

Basil Hayden Bourbon Its weakness is its strength. It’s one of the only low proof (80) true premium brands. My recommendation for the novices and beginners. This is not however something you want to mix or put ice cubes in. It’s from the higher rye recipe so it will be a bit spicier but not hot. It will get easily diluted and lost. $40-$50

Blanton’s This is really a Mirage and not a recommendation but a explanation. Too hard to find, hefty price increases and slipping quality put this once list contender off the island.

Bookers Bourbon This one can at times be “batchy” in good or bad ways. On average it’s a great whiskey that’s the original mass marketed almost barrel proof. Best to read up on some of the highly rated batches and look for those. When it’s a good one, its good but when its average or worse it can be nasty and bitter. Its high proof holds up to water and ice well but too strong for most cocktails. Some batches will blast you out of your seat while others can be so smooth the actual proof will shock you. Again, IS NOT for a novice or a beginner. It’s a lot to handle if you’re not prepared and it WILL fuck you up quickly if you treat it like Kool-aide. $60-$80 this one has a “Price Creep” and is going up little by little. Beam sees it at $100 a bottle in the not to distant future. If you find a good batch at the lower price, stocking up isn’t a bad idea.

As a side note speaking of barrel proof/high proof whiskey. I avoid gifting or bringing over 100 proof to people that aren’t used to it. It can easily sneak up on them. Same goes for people newer to Bourbon. I’m puzzled when I see newbies go for high proof and things like barrel proof Willett that is not only way past their capability to taste and enjoy but it is jumping off the deep end of the whiskey pool before they can swim. Same goes for starting the journey with expensive and rare things they haven’t learned to taste or appreciate. Work up to them eventually. I’m not a happy camper when friends are over that are Jack drinkers and go right for the Van Winkle because they saw it on TV. Same thought process goes for gifting at Fathers Day etc. Don’t over do it, most likely you’ll waste your money and they won’t enjoy it.

Buffalo Trace Bourbon the same mash bill as so many more expensive and limited options from the distillery. Good value for the price. One note of caution is that this one seems like its getting batched and bottled younger than it has been. It can show up like Pee Wee Herman, a bit light and wimpy. Younger Whiskey also has more flaws too. Short or bitter finishes and chemical notes. I wouldn’t call these common but more so than what they had been. $25

Cleveland Whiskey --Just kidding! Buy this only to disinfect toilets at the train station, NOT your own as it might strip off the enamel. Good for keeping Coyotes away from campsites and vermin out of your garden. ONLY bring this to a home you never want to be invited back to! ONLY regift it to someone actually sitting in a good Emergency Room. As for Straight Up gifting for Fathers Day, I guess there are Fathers that deserve this stuff but chances are they haven’t been seen in 40 years or they are in jail where they cant have toxic chemicals. $30-$40 (if you hate money).

Eagle Rare no longer single barrel but still 10 years old. A very good buy for this standard Buffalo Trace Mash Bill. Pretty consistent and makes a nice gift. $30-$35

EH Taylor Small Batch and Single Barrel Solid choices although the Single Barrels can be off at times. Makes a nice gift due to presentation but the quality can back this up which I cant say with many cool looking bottles. This is the standard familiar Buffalo Trace Mash Bill. $40 for Small Batch, $60 for Single Barrel.

Elijah Craig Small Batch Until recently this one had an age statement of 12 years. With the age statement now gone its still up there in the perfect age range of 8-12 years. This has been one of my long time ultimate favorites due to its consistent quality and being underpriced. It’s my first recommendation for a Bourbon and a great option at a bar when your watching your pennies. A very respectable 94 Proof. It’s a shame its Cask Strength brother isn’t something you can easily find at the retail price in a store. Wishing for the day they make the Barrel Proof available as a private pick. Until then this is a best buy at $25-$35 depending what state and if it’s on sale.

Evan Williams White Label Bottled in Bond ---Possibly the best Bourbon out there when your broke. Its 100 proof and at least 4 years old. Ice and Coke is its friend and good for a party without Whiskey snobs. At $15-$20 you won’t find anything better.

Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon Historically a good buy year after year. Although it has gotten younger, still a solid single barrel at the price point. $26-$35

Four Roses Small Batch one of the best small batches for the price. Some prime barrels go into this one. $30

Henry McKenna Bottled in Bond Single Barrel this has been scooping lots of awards in blind tasting competitions. At 10 years and 100 proof you won’t find a better bottle with such a good mix of what you want in a bourbon. My two concerns however are the price increases by brand and stores and some inconsistency in some bad and average barrels getting to the shelf in bottles. $30-$40

IW Harper 15 Year one of the few decent older options at a fair price. Consistent quality and makes a nice gift. Fair warning that the price of this keeps going up. I’ve seen it around $100 which is too much and $65 which is a steal. I still have a hard time recommending a Diageo Bourbon implying something is made at the long-closed Stitzel Weller Distillery. Dishonesty aside, this one is still a good buy.

Larceny Small Batch Bourbon Its always nice to have an accessible Wheated Bourbon at a great price and good quality. 92 proof helps this one too. $22-$28

Makers Mark Cask Strength Another Wheated Bourbon that is more often then not a good pour. Can get batchy which stands out more at high proof. I wish the brand stopped the nonsense about not believing in overaging its Bourbon. Makers is around six years old and with another 2-4 years it could be really good. In the meantime you’ll usually get a good batch and a nice bourbon. A tad pricey at around $60.

Noahs Mill The Flagship of Willett’s regular offerings. At or near barrel proof this has lots in common with Bookers at a much better price. The high proof and longer aging make this a good value for the Whiskey Veteran. Holds up well to ice and a splash of water but can be over powering in a cocktail. $50

Old Forester Signature 100 A solid buy with good consistency at 100 proof. Little brother of Woodford at half the cost. $20-$25

Old Forester 1920 one of my favorites. Good consistency and very tasty. Seems stronger than its 115 proof so this is not for the faint of heart or the beginner. A nice ice ball will help. Priced on the high end of being fair at $55-$60.

Old Grand Dad 114 This is a higher rye recipe Bourbon which will be a bit spicier less sweet. Long time bargain best buy of many. This heritage brand wont let you down at near barrel proof. A good bottle to bring to a party with people that can handle high proof. Even with the price inching up to around $30, it’s still a bargain.

Rowens Creek little sister to Noah’s Mill from Willett. At 101 proof still holds up well to just about anything and a bit younger than Noah’s. At around $35 its priced right as a nice gift.

Russell’s Reserve 10 Year Bourbon very solid and a great price for a 10 year old from Wild Turkey and the Father and Son Master Distiller Team at Wild Turkey. This one is a hidden gem that should get much more attention than it does. $30-$35

Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Pretty much everything I wrote above at 115 proof non-chill filtered. $55- $65 on the cusp of being over priced.

Wild Turkey Rare Breed at Barrel Proof this is another hidden gem and perhaps the most under appreciated American Whiskey in existence. It’s the Swiss Army Knife of Bourbon for the veteran whiskey people. Great whiskey, Yes. Great gift, yes. Made by the most experienced Master Distillers in America, Yes. Holds up to ice, water, strong cocktails and blind tastings, Yes Yes Yes Yes. 6-12 years. As past barrel entry proof of this brand has gone up the bottling proof has also risen over the last several years. Keep an eye out for older bottlings with old labels 108.2 proof, 112.8 proof, newest is 116.8 proof. The older bottlings might be dusty, but they are around, often with old price tags and I prefer the older softer ones. $45-$50

Woodford Reserve The extensions of this brand are getting a bit out of hand, confusing and too pricy. I like the good old original. Very well blended for consistency year after year. You’ll get what you expect. I’m not sure what some Whiskey geeks see wrong with this one as its one of the most easy drinking pleasant pours going. Easy to find at stores and bars for a decent price. Makes a nice gift, works as well by the glass as it does in a cocktail. $32-$38

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In 1870, George Garvin Brown changed the spirits industry forever when he sealed and sold his whisky – Old Forester – exclusively in a glass bottle. Each bottle was adorned with his signature, a personal guarantee of the brand's quality and consistency. Today, 150 years later, Old Forester announces the upcoming release of Old Forester 150th Anniversary Bourbon to commemorate his act of ingenuity, honor his legacy and celebrate the history of the First Bottled BourbonTM. Old Forester 150th Anniversary Bourbon references George's original process, composed of three batches, unfiltered* and each presented at individual batch strength. The limited release is presented in an amber glass bottle, reminiscent of the hand-blown glass of George's day, and will come in a commemorative canister. It's planned for release in October 2020. "This special bourbon has been in the works for some time now, and while it is exciting for our family and colleagues, I hope the larger Old Forester family - the bourbon lovers and fans - will appreciate it just as much," said Campbell Brown, Old Forester President and Fifth-Generation Brown Family Member. "My great-great grandfather had quite the vision for his whisky. He was bringing something to the market that had previously not existed and today, we instill his legacy of ingenuity in everything we do - especially in the halls at Old Forester Distilling Co., in the same building George ran the business in the early days of the company." In the 150 years since George's started the company, the brand has endured 13 years of Prohibition, World Wars, changing consumer palates and industry consolidations. Today, Old Forester remains the only brand with an uninterrupted 150-year history, sold by the same family company before, during and after Prohibition. George's act of selling whisky exclusively in a sealed bottle was innovative at a time when most whisky was sold by the barrel and subject to adulteration prior to reaching the consumer. Predating any modern food safety acts, he helped lead an industry on the path to rigorous self-regulation that is still upheld today. In addition to being the first to exclusively sell whisky in sealed glass bottles, George was the first to commercially batch whisky to ensure a consistent flavor profile. At the time, he batched from three distilleries – Mellwood, Mattingly and Atherton – before eventually acquiring the Mattingly Distillery and distilling his own whisky. For the Old Forester 150th Anniversary Bourbon, 150 barrels were chosen by Master Distiller Chris Morris and set aside for this limited-release product. At maturity, several barrels lost their full contents to the Angel's Share. The resulting aged liquid was personally and individually tasted by Master Taster Jackie Zykan and separated by-hand into three distinct batches, differing in proof and flavor profile. "We designed the expression to share our unique story," said Jackie Zykan, Old Forester Master Taster. "George Garvin Brown was an entrepreneur and an innovator. I have composed three unique blends to honor his process of batching from the three original distilleries. Each captures a distinct facet of the beloved Old Forester flavor profile, each upholding his highest standards of quality." Old Forester 150th Anniversary Bourbon Batch Details and Notes from the Master Taster: Batch 01/03 - 125.6 proof/62.8% ABV, comprised of 46 barrels; fruit bomb Nose: maple syrup and perfectly ripe orchard fruits, apricot and plum Mid: açaí and black current Finish: graham cracker, subtle peppermint, long well-rounded spice, moderately dry Batch 02/03 - 126.4 proof/63.2% ABV, comprised of 48 barrels; sweet and spry Nose: cherry cordial and raspberry preserves Mid: French toast and chocolate malt Finish: brilliant and perky spice at the front of the palate, touch of cedar, mildly dry Batch 03/03 - 126.8 proof/63.4% ABV, comprised of 53 barrels; green and spice Nose: dill and bright orange peel, hint of light brown sugar Mid: sweetens in the middle to melon and pine Finish: medium dry, tingling green peppercorns, rosemary, grapefruit peel, and lingering anise A limited number of cases will be available nationally in October 2020 for a suggested retail price of $150. To learn where you can purchase Old Forester 150th Anniversary Bourbon, check out OldForester.com for a retailer near you. About Brown-Forman: For 150 years, Brown-Forman Corporation has enriched the experience of life by responsibly building fine quality beverage alcohol brands, including Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel's & Cola, Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey, Jack Daniel's Tennessee Fire, Gentleman Jack, Jack Daniel's Single Barrel, Finlandia, Korbel, el Jimador, Woodford Reserve, Old Forester, Canadian Mist, Herradura, New Mix, Sonoma-Cutrer, Early Times, Chambord, BenRiach, GlenDronach and Slane. Brown-Forman's brands are supported by over 4,800 employees and sold in more than 170 countries worldwide. For more information about the company, please visit brown-forman.com. About Old Forester Bourbon: Old Forester is Brown-Forman's founding brand, founded in 1870 by George Garvin Brown. Brown believed Old Forester was so pure and consistent that he sealed it, signed it, and pledged, "There is nothing better in the market."