Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 14, 2014 Super User Posted January 14, 2014 Recently opened my Jefferson's Presidential Select 21 year old bourbon. Not too bad. 1 Quote
Super User RoLo Posted January 14, 2014 Super User Posted January 14, 2014 You hear, Jim Beam, Makers Mark, Knob Creek and Canadian Club are now owned by the Japanese http://www.forbes.com/sites/maggiemcgrath/2014/01/13/jim-beam-maker-gets-13-6-billion-buyout-from-japans-suntory/ My wife informed of that yesterday. In spite of absorbing a large share of their competition, Jim Beam felt it would be more profitable to sell out. (It drives me to drink) Roger Quote
Super User slonezp Posted January 14, 2014 Super User Posted January 14, 2014 My wife informed of that yesterday. In spite of absorbing a large share of their competition, Jim Beam felt it would be more profitable to sell out. (It drives me to drink) Roger We have a friend of the family who works for Beam. Haven't spoke with her yet, I hope she doesn't lose the free booze benefit our family has become accustomed to over the years. Quote
Super User .dsaavedra. Posted January 15, 2014 Author Super User Posted January 15, 2014 On the advice of some of the members on here i picked up a bottle of Evan Williams bourbon and started making some whiskey old fashioned drinks for after work. Thanks guys. My favorite bargain-bourbon! I just saw a store close to me has Ezra Brooks 90 proof. At 22.99 for 1.75L I'm going to pick a bottle up to try out. Who knows, maybe it will replace ole EW as my go-to everyday drinker. This store also has Elijah Craig 12 year, which I haven't seen in any other stores around me. One day I will buy a bottle... one day. Quote
Super User Root beer Posted January 15, 2014 Super User Posted January 15, 2014 My favorite bargain-bourbon! I just saw a store close to me has Ezra Brooks 90 proof. At 22.99 for 1.75L I'm going to pick a bottle up to try out. Who knows, maybe it will replace ole EW as my go-to everyday drinker. This store also has Elijah Craig 12 year, which I haven't seen in any other stores around me. One day I will buy a bottle... one day. It's alright. Elijah Craig 12 year old that is. Quote
Super User MCS Posted January 15, 2014 Super User Posted January 15, 2014 You hear, Jim Beam, Makers Mark, Knob Creek and Canadian Club are now owned by the Japanese http://www.forbes.com/sites/maggiemcgrath/2014/01/13/jim-beam-maker-gets-13-6-billion-buyout-from-japans-suntory/ Nothing new here, the Japanese have been in the scotch and bourbon game for a while now. They love what we got, Nikes, whiskey, bass fishin lol Hey maybe it will be like their fishing gear they put a lifetime warranty on even the cheap stuff but then again the cheap stuff won't be so cheap if the quality improves. Quote
Goose21 Posted January 15, 2014 Posted January 15, 2014 I really enjoyed the couple of glasses of Blantons. I think neat is the only way for me with that one though. That first sip was something different and you know it right away, in a good way, WOW I thought. Plan on trying some others mentioned in this thread for sure, cheers Quote
Super User .dsaavedra. Posted January 20, 2014 Author Super User Posted January 20, 2014 Went ahead and got that bottle of Ezra Brooks 90 proof. I like it! It's 90 proof and you can definitely tell... it's a little rough around the edges, but it has a good taste. I've drank it neat and with one ice cube. It tasted good with the ice cube, definitely a little smoother, but it has some other flavors that are more apparent neat. I will probably drink it neat or with an ice cube depending on my mood... but I wouldn't feel bad about mixing it if I'm so inclined either, given the price. Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 20, 2014 Super User Posted January 20, 2014 .dsaavedra, Get yourself some whiskey stones and keep them in the freezer. They work fantastic and don't alter your bourbon the way melted ice does. http://www.amazon.com/Teroforma-1220-Whisky-Stones/dp/B002GZX2DE 2 Quote
_Coelacanth_ Posted January 20, 2014 Posted January 20, 2014 Those whiskey stones are very interesting. I'm going to have to get some of those. I like Buffalo Trace and Knob Creek the best, but hope to one day get to try some Pappy Van Winkle. Quote
Super User MarkH024 Posted January 20, 2014 Super User Posted January 20, 2014 .dsaavedra, Get yourself some whiskey stones and keep them in the freezer. They work fantastic and don't alter your bourbon the way melted ice does. http://www.amazon.com/Teroforma-1220-Whisky-Stones/dp/B002GZX2DE I got some sipping stones for Xmas. They're awesome! Highly recommend it as well. Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 20, 2014 Super User Posted January 20, 2014 Whatever you do, DO NOT wash them with soap! I simply rinse them off with water and put them back in the freezer. I keep them in a small plate so they're easy to grab. Quote
Super User MarkH024 Posted January 20, 2014 Super User Posted January 20, 2014 Whatever you do, DO NOT wash them with soap! I simply rinse them off with water and put them back in the freezer. I keep them in a small plate so they're easy to grab. I do the same, except I throw them in my ice cube holder. I'm pretty much the only one that uses ice at home. Last weekend my future mother-in-law had a glass of water and ice and while she was drinking it I asked her if that was heavy ice. It took her a while to realize what the heck I was talking about. Quote
VolFan Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 If you're drinking 90 proof Ezra Brooks, maybe you should stick with the ice cubes...maybe even add more. :-) Quote
Super User Root beer Posted January 21, 2014 Super User Posted January 21, 2014 Slight off topic, but..... Camus VSOP cognac...... Holy crap this is smooth..... Quote
VolFan Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Get that French ish outta here! Sacrilege! 2 Quote
Super User .dsaavedra. Posted January 21, 2014 Author Super User Posted January 21, 2014 I've seen the whiskey stones before, even considered getting some. I've read reviews that say they don't really do much to cool your drink down because they don't get (and stay) all that cold. Have you ever had this experience? Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 21, 2014 Super User Posted January 21, 2014 For me they work great. Keep them in the freezer. I use 3 in one cocktail. Also, just scored a pretty rare bird. Michters 25 Year old Bourbon. 2 Quote
Nice_Bass Posted January 22, 2014 Posted January 22, 2014 For me they work great. Keep them in the freezer. I use 3 in one cocktail. Also, just scored a pretty rare bird. Michters 25 Year old Bourbon. Just finished off the Michters straight rye and it was great. I can't imagine how good a 25yr would be. Quote
Super User Root beer Posted January 22, 2014 Super User Posted January 22, 2014 Just finished off the Michters straight rye and it was great. I can't imagine how good a 25yr would be. It's easy if you try. Quote
Nice_Bass Posted January 22, 2014 Posted January 22, 2014 It's easy if you try. When was the last time you drake a $300 25 yr bourbon lol? Scotch sure, that is an old scotch- 25 yr bourbon different story altogether...I can't imagine. Quote
Super User 00 mod Posted January 22, 2014 Super User Posted January 22, 2014 When was the last time you drake a $300 25 yr bourbon lol? Scotch sure, that is an old scotch- 25 yr bourbon different story altogether...I can't imagine. $300 is a steal of a price for that bottle. Jeff Quote
Nice_Bass Posted January 22, 2014 Posted January 22, 2014 (edited) $300 is a steal of a price for that bottle. Jeff MSRP of course. There are some local shops out there that advertise it available from 4-500 range. Kind of doubt it as I don't know that I have even seen a 20yr much below that. Unfortunately I am not in the market to buy either at msrp or not... Edited January 22, 2014 by Nice_Bass Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 23, 2014 Super User Posted January 23, 2014 Looking forward to opening the bottle. After tax season at this point. The 'most aged' bourbon in my personal collection is from Hirsch. 28 year. I was lucky enough to score two bottles about 3 years ago. Eventually I'll open one. I'll wait for 00 Mod to come visit and help me drink it. 1 Quote
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