Any Bourbon drinkers out there?

[The Poz]

I've heard some good things about Buffalo Trace Bourbon.
http://www.buffalotrace.com/

Can't get it up here north of the border but, through a wine distributer I am able to order a case. Would like to hear from someone who knows their stuff and has tried it before I order.

Thanks

[srvy]

Originally Posted by BigMeatballBillay

My friend told me Evan Williams single barrell is really good. Is this true?

It is very good if you try and seem a bit disappointed put just a splash of water in it that seems to open it up.

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by lewdog

1 of the above Buffalo Trace and 2 Glencairn Whiskey Glasses.

Nothing fancy like you.

Pick up some NEAT glasses or a Norlan. Makes a huge difference. Both put the 'sweet spot' right to your nose so you get the full aroma and essence of the bourbon.

[phisherman]

Originally Posted by shitgoose

Small batch
Sweet wheat
Full proof
Single barrel

I think that's the 1792 lineup

there is also a port finished version. probably the best of the bunch.

[phisherman]

Originally Posted by srvy

It is very good if you try and seem a bit disappointed put just a splash of water in it that seems to open it up.

Good lord, it's 86 proof. No water needed.

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by phisherman

there is also a port finished version. probably the best of the bunch.

Why ruin a bourbon with port?

[phisherman]

Originally Posted by penguinz

Why ruin a bourbon with port?

they only "finish" the whiskey in port barrels, i think for 2 additional years. it gives a little different sweetness and oak character. i'm not a fan of the 1792 expressions, but the port finished version was pretty good.

[phisherman]

and for what its worth, i really like a good old tawny port. if you enjoy oak aging and its effects on spirits, an old port is about as good as it gets.

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by phisherman

and for what its worth, i really like a good old tawny port. if you enjoy oak aging and its effects on spirits, an old port is about as good as it gets.

I can't stand port aged whiskeys.

[phisherman]

even so, if you have get a chance to try Midwinter's Night Dram from High West, give it a shot. soooooo freaking good. it is a blend of 6 and 16 year ryes finished in port casks.

[lewdog]

Originally Posted by scho63

I'm not a big Bourbon drinker and I can't find anything on this so I'll just ask, has any had Jim Beam Apple and how is it?

Can I ask how you like to drink this?

Wife likes these flavored whiskey for making drinks but the Crown Royal Apple is much better than the Beam. She likes to mix it with Cranberry juice for a Washington apple drink. I still prefer to do equal parts of Crown, cranberry juice and sour pucker for a Washington Apple, however.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by lewdog

Can I ask how you like to drink this?

Wife likes these flavored whiskey for making drinks but the Crown Royal Apple is much better than the Beam. She likes to mix it with Cranberry juice for a Washington apple drink. I still prefer to do equal parts of Crown, cranberry juice and sour pucker for a Washington Apple, however.

So, for pussy talk I'd just like to say that Crown Royal Vanilla is ****ing life!!! It's too ****ing good.

[lewdog]

Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

So, for pussy talk I'd just like to say that Crown Royal Vanilla is ****ing life!!! It's too ****ing good.

Do you drink that stuff straight?

We bought some Crown Honey and I love it in lemonade, Crown Maple too. Great summer drinks to sip while in the pool.

[seaofred]

Just had a glass of Woodford Double Oak... Pretty smooth.

[srvy]

Anyone like Rowan's Creek? Its a really great value for a fine Bourbon.

[srvy]

After finnishing up a project back East the Super gave me a bottle of Hillrock Solera aged Bourbon whatever solera aged means. I got to checking it out and its about 90 bucks a bottle. Been kinda leery of trying as I might like to well. Any one have any experience with this.