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In reply to [removed post] • 5:25p, 5/12/19
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third coast.. said:
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BQRyno said:
That Blantons post reminds me...I have a buddy on a trip to Japan. Anything I should have him look for besides international releases of Blantons and the four roses super premium or whatever it's called?


Evan Williams makes a 12yr, red label.


And it's cheap and awesome.


Dammit, i want some! That and the other Blanton's.
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7:01p, 5/15/19
Old Ezra 7 CS hit Houston last week, anyone grab a bottle? Seems it was pretty limited.
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In reply to RaylanGivens • 7:19p, 5/15/19
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We got a bottle in College Station today. It's nice.
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In reply to CactusThomas • 3:21p, 5/16/19
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CactusThomas said:
Barrell batch 18


This worth the $80 I'm seeing at Specs?
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In reply to HouseDivided06 • 3:49p, 5/16/19
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That's a tough game to play because I can think of cheaper bottles that I like better.

But at $80, I think that's a good price meaning that I doubt you will find it much cheaper than that.

To me it's worth it because I like to try different bottles and it is certainly a good drink. I am happy with it and I paid more like $90 or so.
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5:54p, 5/16/19
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The only barrell I've personally had that I think is worth the price is a 13 yr 125 proof store pick rye

Not a super fan of the regular batches.
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7:31p, 5/16/19
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Pretty darn good for $30

Yeah, well, sometimes nothing is a real cool hand
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In reply to turfman80 • 8:57p, 5/16/19
turfman80 said:
Pretty darn good for $30



A year ago that bottle had a simpler label and a $19 price tag.
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In reply to John Francis Donaghy • 9:59p, 5/16/19
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John Francis Donaghy said:
turfman80 said:
Pretty darn good for $30



A year ago that bottle had a simpler label and a $19 price tag.
If I recall correctly, it wasn't barrel proof though.
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In reply to Wheatables02 • 11:06p, 5/16/19
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John Francis Donaghy said:
turfman80 said:
Pretty darn good for $30



A year ago that bottle had a simpler label and a $19 price tag.
If I recall correctly, it wasn't barrel proof though.


True, it was 101 proof as opposed to 117.
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In reply to John Francis Donaghy • 11:35a, 5/17/19
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John Francis Donaghy said:
Wheatables02 said:
John Francis Donaghy said:
turfman80 said:
Pretty darn good for $30



A year ago that bottle had a simpler label and a $19 price tag.
If I recall correctly, it wasn't barrel proof though.


True, it was 101 proof as opposed to 117.


I like both and have a few 101s saved but the 117 is better
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8:14p, 5/17/19
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SIAP- Anyone tried the Master's Collection Woodford Batch Proof? Just brought a bottle home. Had some sticker shock, but thought I'd give it a shot. Very pleased 1/2 way through the first glass.
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In reply to BearJew13 • 8:18p, 5/17/19
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Thanks for the pour! Will say I really like it
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In reply to CharlieBrown17 • 9:11p, 5/17/19
The OE7 101 was a hot mess compared to this new stuff, IMHO. The bar has been raised...
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In reply to BearJew13 • 10:37p, 5/17/19
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SIAP- Anyone tried the Master's Collection Woodford Batch Proof? Just brought a bottle home. Had some sticker shock, but thought I'd give it a shot. Very pleased 1/2 way through the first glass.


Yes. I'm not sure it's quite worth the price tag it carries, but it is very good. And for something of that quality level that's actually attainable through normal channels these days, I'm willing to pay a bit of a premium.
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In reply to RaylanGivens • 11:14a, 5/22/19
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I saw it a few places around Houston. Not bad for the price tag. I picked it up each time I found it.
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10:26a, 5/23/19
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In Houston at the medical center off fanin today. Headed back to CS after. Any suggestions on stores to stop at for Ezra7? Hasn't reached our market yet and I'm curious. Any stores in general that tend to have good selection? TIA
GIG 'EM
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10:45a, 5/23/19
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Specs downtown
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In reply to MTTANK • 11:31a, 5/23/19
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I'd skip the downtown Spec's and try the one on Holcombe or Weslayan. Weslayan has a good selection. There is also a Total Wine on Holcombe that has a decent selection. For non-chains, Tony K's on Bissonnet gets some interesting bottles.
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1:37p, 5/23/19
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Specs in the woodlands had it 2 weeks ago. Otherwise had gotten it from a mom and pop in Woodforest.
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3:32p, 5/23/19
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Went to the specs at 9733 buffalo speedway, as we saw it on the way out. There happened to be two on the shelf there so grabbed one for me and one for a buddy. Thanks for the tips, got lucky and did not have to drive out of the way for it!
GIG 'EM
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6:16p, 5/25/19
Recent bourbon convert here. Been trying to catch up on this thread. Tons of good recs.

I've really enjoyed Bakers and the 2019 #1 version of bookers (Teresa's batch). Are y'all aware of any other similar pours? How would you describe this sort of drink, so I can look for similar descriptors going forward? Or are they totally dissimilar, meaning I'm a moron? Thanks and have a good Memorial Day weekend
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In reply to aggiecouch • 8:11p, 5/25/19
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Sounds like you're into higher proof bourbons. That's not a bad thing. Hell...I almost exclusively buy barrel strength bourbons these days... thanks to Carl Hungus that rat *******! You will usually pay a premium for these bourbons but IMO they are packed with more flavor and notes than you get at lower proofs. At least that's what I tell my lover when it wants to quit on me.
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In reply to TikiBarrel • 8:41p, 5/25/19
SpiderDude said:
Sounds like you're into higher proof bourbons. That's not a bad thing. Hell...I almost exclusively buy barrel strength bourbons these days... thanks to Carl Hungus that rat *******! You will usually pay a premium for these bourbons but IMO they are packed with more flavor and notes than you get at lower proofs. At least that's what I tell my lover when it wants to quit on me.


Did you intend to say liver or do you have issues getting equipment to work when you have had too much?
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In reply to aggiecouch • 9:27p, 5/25/19
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aggiecouch said:
Recent bourbon convert here. Been trying to catch up on this thread. Tons of good recs.

I've really enjoyed Bakers and the 2019 #1 version of bookers (Teresa's batch). Are y'all aware of any other similar pours? How would you describe this sort of drink, so I can look for similar descriptors going forward? Or are they totally dissimilar, meaning I'm a moron? Thanks and have a good Memorial Day weekend


Knob Creek single barrel 120 proof should be your next bottle. Like Bakers and Booker's it is a very good high proof bourbon distilled at Jim Beam.
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In reply to CactusThomas • 10:36p, 5/25/19
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CactusThomas said:
aggiecouch said:
Recent bourbon convert here. Been trying to catch up on this thread. Tons of good recs.

I've really enjoyed Bakers and the 2019 #1 version of bookers (Teresa's batch). Are y'all aware of any other similar pours? How would you describe this sort of drink, so I can look for similar descriptors going forward? Or are they totally dissimilar, meaning I'm a moron? Thanks and have a good Memorial Day weekend


Knob Creek single barrel 120 proof should be your next bottle. Like Bakers and Booker's it is a very good high proof bourbon distilled at Jim Beam.


Bought this tonight bc the podunk ass iquor store wanted a $41 for a fifth of BT. Regular ****ing BT. Or $45 for KC SB. GTFO.
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In reply to aggielostinETX • 9:29a, 5/26/19
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Yes, it's getting crazier every time I go hunting for something. Baby Sazerac and regular BT are allocated at Total Wine now (limit 1 per person). I elected to purchase EH Taylor Single Barrel instead. If i'm buying something allocated at least it should be something good.
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In reply to dallasiteinsa02 • 9:32a, 5/26/19
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dallasiteinsa02 said:
SpiderDude said:
Sounds like you're into higher proof bourbons. That's not a bad thing. Hell...I almost exclusively buy barrel strength bourbons these days... thanks to Carl Hungus that rat *******! You will usually pay a premium for these bourbons but IMO they are packed with more flavor and notes than you get at lower proofs. At least that's what I tell my lover when it wants to quit on me.


Did you intend to say liver or do you have issues getting equipment to work when you have had too much?

I actually noticed the auto correct of liver to lover but since my wife isn't particularly fond of my hobby I allowed it.
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In reply to TikiBarrel • 3:40a, 5/27/19
It definitely read like a don't ask, don't tell situation. Not judging...
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2:37p, 5/27/19
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I've just recently tried to check some of the smaller liquor stores around me for the stuff that has become harder to find and found a place selling a bottle of Blanton's behind the counter for $149. Is that the going rate now or a rip off? Seems insanely high but I haven't even found it available anywhere else in the DFW area.
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2:39p, 5/27/19
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Going rate? The store near me was selling them for about fifty bucks. FWIW.
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2:40p, 5/27/19
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149.

FFS.
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In reply to TexasAggies06 • 2:47p, 5/27/19
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I may be wrong but I swear secondary is 100. In store should be 59-ish.
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