Bourbon

Four Roses

Limited Edition Small Batch Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2025

I had a bottle of this limited edition in 2021, and at the time it was one of the best bourbons I'd ever enjoyed. Got my hands on a bottle of 2025 and it now costs considerably more. Really great juice. Although 109 proof, this does not throw too much heat. It tastes very much like a wheater (which it is not), yet the rye content is also prominent from the nose through the sip. Cherry, leather, cornbread, and cigar box. Best way I can describe it is that EH Taylor and Pappy 15 had a baby. It's very good.
Listening to Cheap Trick
— 3 days ago

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Dave

Dave

Yeah! If you can find it, have someone else pay for it!
Norman

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2025 limited. Great way to start the year. And “best” is a high standard coming from you so if I ever see these regardless of year I’m making your pour some!
Dave

Dave

Aw shucks! It really is that good. Keep your eyes open at high end bars and restaurants, maybe you can sample it for less than an arm and a leg

Rowan's Creek Distillery

Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey

Rowan’s Creek - vanilla. Smooth. Bartender said it was the master distiller’s favorite Willett because “it tastes like bourbon.” — 5 months ago

Quarter Cut

Bourbon Barrel Aged California Cabernet Sauvignon

Used in Red wine beef short ribs. Very good drinking and cooking wine. — 6 days ago

Josh Cellars

Reserve Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon

Purchased at H‑E‑B holiday event. Stronger cab variety, just the right balance of dry, fruity, and tart. — 2 months ago

Michter's

Small Batch US*1 Bourbon Whiskey

The American counterpoint to an Irish whisky at the Embassy of Ireland in Japan (the recently opened Ireland House). USA a clear winner, even in the highball format. — 4 months ago

Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Pappy Van Winkle Malt Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 10 Year 107 Proof 2024

Brandon's bottle was better than mine. A little heat, a little sweet. Honey, cornbread, cinnamon, tobacco. Tight, clean finish.
Listening to Red Hot Chili Peppers.
— 5 months ago

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Norman

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Uh Dave, I don’t know this Brandon guy but I’m calling someone on the table. We review the Gold versus Van Winkle and rate Gold a bit below. Ok. Fair. But what’s with the Grand Pappy in the background and the invite in my mailbox missing?! Something is way off ;) looks like a great night. At some point I do want to try bourbons with you!
Dave

Dave

Yeah! 'Twas a good evening. I didn't get around to reviewing a few bottles, including the Pappy. You'd be upset if I did (it was disappointing) 😬 We did pour some Rock Hill Farms which was outstanding.

Kentucky Springs Distilling Company

Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Still reliable. $32 at Costco ! — 3 months ago

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Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Pappy Van Winkle's 15 Years Old Family Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024

Soft flex for Norman. This bottle of 15-year was not up to par, unfortunately. It lacked complexity and a lot of the typical flavor profile elements. It tasted hotter than usual, and there was a fair amount of peat, which is not right. Still, it beats Jim Beam.
Listening to Patsy Cline
— 5 months ago

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Norman

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That is btw the best pic I’ve seen on here. Legit.
Dave

Dave

The bottle was new to me. I guess my friend had the neck pour earlier this year, so I don't know. I know what you're saying, though. It's also said that the lower a bottle gets, the faster the clock is ticking. I've got a few low bottles that need to be polished off. Come on over!
Norman

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Love that saying and offer! I need to up my music and photo skills in the meantime