Drinking is a hobby right?

[Inor]

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[hawgrider]

Only had 10 bucks on me soooooo

I grabbed some Detoilet river water.

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[RubberDuck]

What is nice about having a stocked liquor cabinet is even on my broke week I have options.
Tonight is a pre St. Patricks day Drink.
This is one of my favorite Irish whiskeys.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170316/2b908f202008fe17121d94681bfa75c2.jpg

[hawgrider]

Yes.. like that^^ and 2 Gingers.

[Inor]

Only had 10 bucks on me soooooo

I grabbed some Detoilet river water.

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I did not even know they still made that! Next you're going to tell us you picked up a case of Blatz. :biglaugh:

[Unclefred]

What is nice about having a stocked liquor cabinet is even on my broke week I have options.
Tonight is a pre St. Patricks day Drink.
This is one of my favorite Irish whiskeys.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170316/2b908f202008fe17121d94681bfa75c2.jpg

My buddy up the hill drinks that exclusively. Now i'm thirsty, Macnaughton time.

[hawgrider]

I did not even know they still made that! Next you're going to tell us you picked up a case of Blatz. :biglaugh:
Old factory long gone. They just fired it up again.
I get the splats with Blatz... so nope not gonna do it.

[RubberDuck]

Picked up some really tasty Irish whiskey for our Saint Patricks day party today the description on the can is right on the money it is awesome start to finish.
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[Unclefred]

Picked up some really tasty Irish whiskey for our Saint Patricks day party today the description on the can is right on the money it is awesome start to finish.
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A new idea to try. When I buy Irish I usually get Black Bush, but it's blended.

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[hawgrider]

Picked up some really tasty Irish whiskey for our Saint Patricks day party today the description on the can is right on the money it is awesome start to finish.
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Oh yeah this is some quality booze right here! Its my new friend!!!!

[Slippy]

Back in the days before Mrs Slippy, when I was runnin' some Irish gals, I preferred the Red Bush! :hotchick:


A new idea to try. When I buy Irish I usually get Black Bush, but it's blended.

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[Unclefred]

Back in the days before Mrs Slippy, when I was runnin' some Irish gals, I preferred the Red Bush! :hotchick:

Mmm...red bush.

[juskom95]

Well, I have the whole house to myself so I decided to be cruel to my body:

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[A Watchman]

Well, I have the whole house to myself so I decided to be cruel to my body:

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Indulgence is bliss .... go for it.

[Unclefred]

I'm having white russians. I'm the big unclefred, dont pee on my rug, I dont play.

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[Inor]

Well, I have the whole house to myself so I decided to be cruel to my body:

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I had White Assholes two weeks in a row about a month ago when I was in St Louis. They were so good after not being able to have them since the move. But they tore the shit out of my body!

[juskom95]

I had White Assholes two weeks in a row about a month ago when I was in St Louis. They were so good after not being able to have them since the move. But they tore the shit out of my body!

I only have them maybe once every three or four months (or when work drives the last of my sanity away)

[hawgrider]

Bought this from our own "hag" down in Kentucky. Been a looooong time since I've had any. It was time to revist it.

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hag what is a "alligator char" on the barrels the label refers to?

[hawgrider]

Yum!! for under $19 bucks a 5th I'm very happy with the flavor I can detect the smallest hint of vanilla. Im still searching for the hint of pear the label refers to. This has a gentle bite on the rock. I'm going to have to smoke some ice cubes this weekend and try this on a smokey rock!

Worth every bit of $19.00

[Arklatex]

Since I'm in Oklahoma this week I figured I try this:

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It's made in a suburb of OKC and named after the state bird. Not too bad at all.

[hawgrider]

Since I'm in Oklahoma this week I figured I try this:

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It's made in a suburb of OKC and named after the state bird. Not too bad at all.

Never seen that one up here. Looks interesting.

[Inor]

Since I'm in Oklahoma this week I figured I try this:

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It's made in a suburb of OKC and named after the state bird. Not too bad at all.

Go for it. I know the OK beer sucks canal water. If you are in OKC, make sure you have a meal at Van's Pig Shack. Awesome BBQ!

[Arklatex]

Go for it. I know the OK beer sucks canal water. If you are in OKC, make sure you have a meal at Van's Pig Shack. Awesome BBQ!
Yep you're right about OK beer! Who the **** thought it was a good idea to sell 3.2 beer?!! I did pick up some rebel rouser too. Can't get that in ETX. Sold at full strength, unrefridgerated... WTF...

Got any recommendations for Tulsa? That's where I'm at this week and next.

[Inor]

Yep you're right about OK beer! Who the **** thought it was a good idea to sell 3.2 beer?!! I did pick up some rebel rouser too. Can't get that in ETX. Sold at full strength, unrefridgerated... WTF...

Got any recommendations for Tulsa? That's where I'm at this week and next.

I do not know Tulsa. That, and Littlerock, are about the only major cities in North America that I have not been to (that I can think of).

And Alaska. I have never been to Alaska. But even if a gig came up in Alaska, I would probably turn it down because I want to see Alaska first as a real person, not on a business trip. I have been going back and forth with Mrs Inor for a few years about going to Alaska. She wants to see it from a cruise ship. I want to fly there and rent a truck for a couple weeks and drive around and camp wherever the wind blows us.

[Inor]

Tonight's beer is one I have never had before - Voodoo Ranger from New Belgium. It is pretty tasty stuff. I am not sure if it is a seasonal or if they make it all the time. I had never heard of it before but it is very good. Of course, being 9% doesn't hurt either.

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[Arklatex]

I do not know Tulsa. That, and Littlerock, are about the only major cities in North America that I have not been to (that I can think of).

And Alaska. I have never been to Alaska. But even if a gig came up in Alaska, I would probably turn it down because I want to see Alaska first as a real person, not on a business trip. I have been going back and forth with Mrs Inor for a few years about going to Alaska. She wants to see it from a cruise ship. I want to fly there and rent a truck for a couple weeks and drive around and camp wherever the wind blows us.
I'm enjoying my time in Tulsatown. It's growing like crazy! I'm up here because Cooper is opening a new distribution center and I'm one of the few folks certified to train folks on all of the equipment we use. As for Littlerock, you're not missing anything. Unless you like high crime shit holes...

[Inor]

I'm enjoying my time in Tulsatown. It's growing like crazy! I'm up here because Cooper is opening a new distribution center and I'm one of the few folks certified to train folks on all of the equipment we use. As for Littlerock, you're not missing anything. Unless you like high crime shit holes...

If you can find a BBQ that does smoked bologna, give that a try. The only place I have ever seen it is in Oklahoma City. But it is freakin' out of this world, especially with a good hot BBQ sauce.

[Unclefred]

Tonight's beer is one I have never had before - Voodoo Ranger from New Belgium. It is pretty tasty stuff. I am not sure if it is a seasonal or if they make it all the time. I had never heard of it before but it is very good. Of course, being 9% doesn't hurt either.

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I love a good IPA. My suggestion on your first AK trip-

Fly into Anchorage, look it over for a day. Rent a car, drive up to Denali. On the way you will probably see Beluga whales, mountain sheep and goats, maybe moose. Stop at the roadhouses on the way for drinks n lunch. Go to the silver mine. When you get to Denali rent a room at the lodge. The next day take the bus trip through Denali park. If your lucky and its clear you will see the majestic mountain up close. You'll see moose, caribou, grizzlies and your wife should love you when it's all done.

[Arklatex]

If you can find a BBQ that does smoked bologna, give that a try. The only place I have ever seen it is in Oklahoma City. But it is freakin' out of this world, especially with a good hot BBQ sauce.
There's a place in Nashville that specializes in Smoked bologna and Fried bologna. Both are awesome. Thick cut goodness. Can't remember the name but it's one of the honky tonks on the downtown main street. I like em with mustard.

[Sasquatch]

A little pricey but cool little products for the hobby.

Major Buzz bottle opener
http://www.medalsofamerica.com/Item--i-J1280

Bullet Proof shot glass
http://www.medalsofamerica.com/Item--i-J1298

[hawgrider]

There's a place in Nashville that specializes in Smoked bologna and Fried bologna. Both are awesome. Thick cut goodness. Can't remember the name but it's one of the honky tonks on the downtown main street. I like em with mustard.

Funny.. Ive never heard of smoked ring bologna but Ive been thinking of trying to smoke some.

[hawgrider]

Smoked coffee bean "coffee royals"
Woo hoo! A vibrating buzz:biglaugh:


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[Inor]

Funny.. Ive never heard of smoked ring bologna but Ive been thinking of trying to smoke some.

Cut them about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick and smoke them. Then, like Ark says, cover with mustard or a good hot BBQ sauce. That's a big time meal in Oklahoma City!

[hawgrider]

Cut them about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick and smoke them. Then, like Ark says, cover with mustard or a good hot BBQ sauce. That's a big time meal in Oklahoma City!

Good idea. Probably should take the casing off to eh! And use the bologna cut on the slices. Probably pick up more smoke that way.

[Inor]

Good idea. Probably should take the casing off to eh! And use the bologna cut on the slices. Probably pick up more smoke that way.

Yep, exactly. And it DOES pick up the smoke.

[Unclefred]

Wifey just made me a white Russian. Whisky up next.

[hag]

Bought this from our own "hag" down in Kentucky. Been a looooong time since I've had any. It was time to revist it.

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hag what is a "alligator char" on the barrels the label refers to?

They have four different stages of charring the barrel, 1is very lightly blackened, 4is charred until the wood turns black and starts to peel and flake. It lets the bourbon soak in and out of the barrel better as it sweats and contracts and gives a stronger flavor. Not alot of distilleries use the#4 char. When we dump the barrels after its finished aging, we have to screen it to get the loose char out. It definitely makes a better bourbon in my opinion (which could be slightly biased lol)

[hawgrider]

They have four different stages of charring the barrel, 1is very lightly blackened, 4is charred until the wood turns black and starts to peel and flake. It lets the bourbon soak in and out of the barrel better as it sweats and contracts and gives a stronger flavor. Not alot of distilleries use the#4 char. When we dump the barrels after its finished aging, we have to screen it to get the loose char out. It definitely makes a better bourbon in my opinion (which could be slightly biased lol)

Excellent! So #4 is the alligator char. Too cool! I've really been enjoying this bottle I can't believe it took me so long to revisit this bourbon. I'm really liking the flavor. The 5 to 8 years aging really shows up in the flavor. And now that I know you had a hand in its production makes it even better. Thanks hag this bourbon has been put on my buy often list!

[hag]

You ever feel froggy and want to spend a little extra, try the Russell's reserve single barrel. It's outstanding!

[hawgrider]

You ever feel froggy and want to spend a little extra, try the Russell's reserve single barrel. It's outstanding!

Hopefully somebody stocks it up here as I haven't seen that one. But I'll be looking for it.

[Baglady]

They have four different stages of charring the barrel, 1is very lightly blackened, 4is charred until the wood turns black and starts to peel and flake. It lets the bourbon soak in and out of the barrel better as it sweats and contracts and gives a stronger flavor. Not alot of distilleries use the#4 char. When we dump the barrels after its finished aging, we have to screen it to get the loose char out. It definitely makes a better bourbon in my opinion (which could be slightly biased lol)

Our neighborhood sawmill sends some of our 18 wheeler drivin buddies to Kentucky with loads of Oak for the whiskey barrels.
Looks like we've come full circle!

[hawgrider]

Our neighborhood sawmill sends some of our 18 wheeler drivin buddies to Kentucky with loads of Oak for the whiskey barrels.
Looks like we've come full circle!

Small world eh!

[Baglady]

As they say in Minnesota...you betcha!

[Inor]

As they say in Minnesota...you betcha!

Ah cripes! Ya got da spellin' all wrong dare. It's Yooooooo betcha.

[Gambit]

Ah cripes! Ya got da spellin' all wrong dare. It's Yooooooo betcha.
stop off homes, you got da shiz on meh shoes
yo best use those skips and leave

[hawgrider]

Here is the smoked ice cubes.
Poured me some wild turkey with one cube mmm tasty!

Color comparison to non smoked ice on the right side of the pic.

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[swamp frog]

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[hawgrider]

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Hahahah come on in. I see you found it LOL!

Cigar thread is a sticky in the hobbies forum too.

[Unclefred]

I found some buffalo trace at the likker store , its $25 so after payday. Tonight its good ole $10 Mac.

[hawgrider]

I found some buffalo trace at the likker store , its $25 so after payday. Tonight its good ole $10 Mac.

I love the buffalo trace!

[swamp frog]

How do the bourbon aficionados feel about Knob Creek?

[RubberDuck]

How do the bourbon aficionados feel about Knob Creek?
I like it especially the 90 proof maple
but honestly the taste does not justify the price.
It is just glorified Jim Beam now before any Jim fans get pissy I am not saying that to be mean but saying cause it's made at the Jim distillery.
Just saying there is some way better flavors on the market in that price range or less that I would rather spend my money on.

[Unclefred]

I like Knob creek but I'm gonna try buffalo trace, a bit cheaper and better per Hawg.

[RubberDuck]

Per me too that's one of the ones I would rather spend my money on over Knob.

[RubberDuck]

Tonight I finished of my mass quantity jug bo B.V.
so ending my night with the rest of this 100 proof 10 year
McKenna
very tasty for Jack Daniels aficionado
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[hawgrider]

Tonight I finished of my mass quantity jug bo B.V.
so ending my night with the rest of this 100 proof 10 year
McKenna
very tasty for Jack Daniels aficionado
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You prick... did you hide that shit from me I don't remember trying that one? I don't recognise that bottle.

[RubberDuck]

Without going all through this thread I can not answer that question with certainty. ..
But you might have had it.

[Baglady]

Here is the smoked ice cubes.
Poured me some wild turkey with one cube mmm tasty!

Color comparison to non smoked ice on the right side of the pic.

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How cool is that??!! How on earth did you smoke ice cubes?? I know its got to be a cold smoke, but still..

[hawgrider]

How cool is that??!! How on earth did you smoke ice cubes?? I know its got to be a cold smoke, but still..

Noooo cold smoke is not nessesary...

You don't follow my smoking with the griz thread do you?
I just did these this past weekend...

Now you hurt my feelings that you don't read my smoking and BBQ posts.... damn now Im crushed! Geesh thought we was friends and all....

[Baglady]

Noooo cold smoke is not nessesary...

You don't follow my smoking with the griz thread do you?
I just did these this past weekend...

Now you hurt my feelings that you don't read my smoking and BBQ posts.... damn now Im crushed! Geesh thought we was friends and all....

Crap. I'm caught. Sweetie, I've been busier than a 2 headed snake at feedin time! Had to move our daughter this weekend. I will catch up, don't get your panties in a wad. Since you already have the Whining award, I'll just give you some sugar for your coffee...:blow:

[juskom95]

How do the bourbon aficionados feel about Knob Creek?

Worth it, every single time. I've never been disappointed with any of them.

[hawgrider]

Worth it, every single time. I've never been disappointed with any of them.

I'm with the RubberDuck the price for knob creek is ridiculous. I've enjoyed much better bourbon for half the price.

[juskom95]

I'm with the RubberDuck the price for knob creek is ridiculous.

Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace and Knob Creek are so far the only KY bourbons I have found where I can buy a bottle, and I will enjoy it; I don't have to 'hunting,' for the kind I prefer, all of them will do.

I don't generally like Jim Beam.


I've enjoyed much better bourbon for half the price.
I try to stay with KY distilleries.

[hawgrider]

Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace and Knob Creek are so far the only KY bourbons I have found where I can buy a bottle, and I will enjoy it; I don't have to 'hunting,' for the kind I prefer, all of them will do.

I don't generally like Jim Beam.


I try to stay with KY distilleries.

I like black label Beam.. for a budget bourbon I enjoy it.

My new go to is bourbon Wild turkey from the "hag" distillery. For under 19 bucks I've been enjoying the heck out of that this past weekend.

[juskom95]

I like black label Beam.. for a budget bourbon I enjoy it.

My new go to is bourbon Wild turkey from the "hag" distillery. For under 19 bucks I've been enjoying the heck out of that this past weekend.

I found an unknown bottle frozen stuck in my beer refrigerator, now I just need to get it out to see what it is!

A good go to 'cheap,' has been Lexington Bourbon.

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[juskom95]

Well, the unknown is still unknown. I have no idea where this came from!

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[hawgrider]

Got to love a suprise like that.

[juskom95]

Got to love a suprise like that.

Nearly full bottle and its not too bad for a cheap plastic bottle bourbon. I think I bought it last time I threw my back out or during a rough time . . . I can't remember.

[Sasquatch]

3335

[Unclefred]

Damn, I never find mystery whisky.

[Inor]

3335

I loves me some Racer 5! They just started carrying it at our local grocery store in AZ. Before that, the only place I could get it was in CA.

[Unclefred]

I'm having vodka with lime. The whisky just ran out. Another run to town tomorrow.

[Sasquatch]

I loves me some Racer 5! They just started carrying it at our local grocery store in AZ. Before that, the only place I could get it was in CA.

They must've got new distribution. I'm finding it at bigger chains now too.

[Inor]

They must've got new distribution. I'm finding it at bigger chains now too.

The other "CA only" beer I really like is Big Daddy IPA from Prohibition Breweries.

[Sasquatch]

The other "CA only" beer I really like is Big Daddy IPA from Prohibition Breweries.

Don't think I've tried that one, I'll have to check it out.

If you're a fan of Rootbeer you should try Mission Breweries. Taste just like Rootbeer but packs a punch. Too sweet to drink a bunch but a nice after dinner beer.

Another one I really like is Raging Bitch from Flying Dog brewery.

[Inor]

Another one I really like is Raging Bitch from Flying Dog brewery.

Raging Bitch is awesome! Another one to look for from Flying Dog is a seasonal around Christmas. I cannot recall the exact name, but it is something like Black Dog Stout or some such thing. Our own Black Dog from OTP roasts the coffee beans to flavor it. It is really good. The bottle even has Black Dog's logo on it.

Thanks for the head's up on the Mission Breweries!

Okay, I do not want to start a fight with this one so forgive me if I offend... Every time I go to northern CA, everybody always says "You have to try Steam Whistle! It is the greatest beer ever." I have had it and it is okay. But I did not think it was anything special. What say you?

Drake on the other hand is something special.

[Sasquatch]

Raging Bitch is awesome! Another one to look for from Flying Dog is a seasonal around Christmas. I cannot recall the exact name, but it is something like Black Dog Stout or some such thing. Our own Black Dog from OTP roasts the coffee beans to flavor it. It is really good. The bottle even has Black Dog's logo on it.

Thanks for the head's up on the Mission Breweries!

Okay, I do not want to start a fight with this one so forgive me if I offend... Every time I go to northern CA, everybody always says "You have to try Steam Whistle! It is the greatest beer ever." I have had it and it is okay. But I did not think it was anything special. What say you?

Drake on the other hand is something special.

I have not heard of that. Did a quick search and found one that says it's a Canadian Pils. The one I just found comes in a green bottle. I'm not fond of beer from a green bottle.

[Inor]

I have not heard of that. Did a quick search and found one that says it's a Canadian Pils. The one I just found comes in a green bottle. I'm not fond of beer from a green bottle.

Sorry - My mistake. I had it mixed up with Anchor Beer from SFO. (Steam Whistle is also not great.)

[Sasquatch]

Sorry - My mistake. I had it mixed up with Anchor Beer from SFO. (Steam Whistle is also not great.)

Okay, Anchor I know and I feel the same. It's okay but nothing special. I have friends in No. Cal and they always get excited about that stuff. I don't see the big deal.

[hawgrider]

I may have posted this before but....

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History

Originally known as “aqua vitae” or “water of life” for it’s healing properties, the first recorded reference to the substance is found in the Scottish Exchequer Rolls of 1494. The following, “Eight bolls of malt to Friar John Cor wherewith to make aqua vitae,” was the equivalent of several hundred bottles of whisky in today’s standards. This distilled beverage was used as a treatment for all kinds of ailments, with many of its users noticing the warm, calming sensation upon “treatment.”

Scotland’s King James IV was recorded as purchasing whisky from the local barber upon a visit to Dundee in 1506. That he purchased it from the barber would not have raised any eyebrows in that time period. “In 1505, the Guild of Surgeon Barbers in Edinburgh was granted a monopoly over the manufacture of aqua vitae – a fact that reflects the spirits perceived medicinal properties as well as the medicinal talents of the barbers.”

Royalty and the clergy were not the only ones to enjoy whisky,
http://www.artofmanliness.com/2009/04/05/the-art-of-manliness-guide-to-scotch-whisky/

[hawgrider]

Don't think I've tried that one, I'll have to check it out.

If you're a fan of Rootbeer you should try Mission Breweries. Taste just like Rootbeer but packs a punch. Too sweet to drink a bunch but a nice after dinner beer.

Another one I really like is Raging Bitch from Flying Dog brewery. Up yonder they have "Not your fathers root beer" which is real tasty! Ice cream root beer floats with them rock!

[A Watchman]

Up yonder they have "Not your fathers root beer" which is real tasty! Ice cream root beer floats with them rock!

Eh ... their iffy straight up. can't drink more than 1 or 2 if its hot and I am real thirsty. I have a couple 6 packs of them in my garage frig and haven't touched them in months. Maybe later on this summer, or like you said with some ice cream.

[hawgrider]

Eh ... their iffy straight up. can't drink more than 1 or 2 if its hot and I am real thirsty. I have a couple 6 packs of them in my garage frig and haven't touched them in months. Maybe later on this summer, or like you said with some ice cream.

Agree Im only good for one of them. But a root beer float with a buzz is cool!

[Tachammer73]

I've been enjoying a bottle of the knob Creek rye the last few days.

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[RubberDuck]

I like a good rye.
really enjoy Jack Daniels rye

[hag]

Wild turkey has a brand called forgiven that my mom accidentally made some years ago when she was working in the tank room and accidentally put a ten year old bourbon in with the single barrel rye. They almost ran it down the drain until Eddie Russell tasted it and decided to bottle it. It turned out to be a huge hit and they made another run of it intentionally a second time. It's a bourbon and rye hybrid. It's a little pricey but VERY GOOD. Eddie called it forgiven in reference to momma's **** up

[RubberDuck]

Awesome story must find some

[hawgrider]

Wild turkey has a brand called forgiven that my mom accidentally made some years ago when she was working in the tank room and accidentally put a ten year old bourbon in with the single barrel rye. They almost ran it down the drain until Eddie Russell tasted it and decided to bottle it. It turned out to be a huge hit and they made another run of it intentionally a second time. It's a bourbon and rye hybrid. It's a little pricey but VERY GOOD. Eddie called it forgiven in reference to momma's **** up

Thats cooler than a cucumber patch right there!

Is it still being bottle today?

[swamp frog]

3335
Is the fish your drinking buddy and did you let it sample the beer?

[juskom95]

Wild turkey has a brand called forgiven that my mom accidentally made some years ago when she was working in the tank room and accidentally put a ten year old bourbon in with the single barrel rye. They almost ran it down the drain until Eddie Russell tasted it and decided to bottle it. It turned out to be a huge hit and they made another run of it intentionally a second time. It's a bourbon and rye hybrid. It's a little pricey but VERY GOOD. Eddie called it forgiven in reference to momma's **** up

Is this it?

http://10vsslmt3js29lu005tjzl1e.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Forgiven.jpg

[hag]

Is this it?

http://10vsslmt3js29lu005tjzl1e.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Forgiven.jpg

That's it. Have you tried it?

[hag]

Thats cooler than a cucumber patch right there!

Is it still being bottle today?

Not all the time, just an every now and then thing

[juskom95]

That's it. Have you tried it?

Nope, but its made "The List," for KY liquors to try.

Usually I just kind of wander through Liquor Barn's large Bourbon aisle until I find a KY Bourbon that catches my eye . . .

[hawgrider]

Wow look at the color of that! That looks really tasty.
If you don't mind me asking how much was the bottle?

[juskom95]

Wow look at the color of that! That looks really tasty.
If you don't mind me asking how much was the bottle?

http://i.imgur.com/LgPM2Oa.gif

I got that from a KY distillery page!

http://www.theliquorbarn.com/wild-turkey-forgiven-whiskey-750ml/
http://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/server4900/7a906/images/stencil/1000x1000/products/7160/5963/wild_turkey_forgiven_whiskey__26268.1379630615.jpg ?c=2

[hawgrider]

http://i.imgur.com/LgPM2Oa.gif

I got that from a KY distillery page!

http://www.theliquorbarn.com/wild-turkey-forgiven-whiskey-750ml/
http://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/server4900/7a906/images/stencil/1000x1000/products/7160/5963/wild_turkey_forgiven_whiskey__26268.1379630615.jpg ?c=2

I see that now. When I wrote the post I hadnt refreshed the thread.

39.00 that ain't much if ya say it real fast. I'm gonna look for some.

[RubberDuck]

Yup me too 39 is in my cabinet splurge range

[juskom95]

I see that now. When I wrote the post I hadnt refreshed the thread.

39.00 that ain't much if ya say it real fast. I'm gonna look for some.

It gives me a reason to justify overtime . . . now for a box of cigars to go with that dream . . .

[hawgrider]

Yup me too 39 is in my cabinet splurge range

Id have to buy 2 bottles one never to be opened just because we know hag... and the story about his mom. The darn story is right on the box the bottle comes in how cool is that!!!!

[A Watchman]

Well someone buy a bottle and Do Tell!

[Sasquatch]

Is the fish your drinking buddy and did you let it sample the beer?

He is! He keeps me company and we shoot the shit. Thing is he only talks to me after I get REALLY drunk.

[hawgrider]

KALAMAZOO, MI -- A new distillery in Kalamazoo will start offering its products statewide next month.

Green Door Distilling Co. will start distributing throughout Michigan in April, the company said in a press release.

"Our need for adventure and the desire to build a legacy in Kalamazoo led us on this amazing journey," said Josh Cook, co-founder of Green Door Distilling.

The company plans to start distributing its First Ascent Whiskey, High Point Honey Whiskey and Abandoned Gin,
http://www.mlive.com/beer/2017/03/green_door_distilling_to_distr.html#incart_river_h ome

[TJC44]

He is! He keeps me company and we shoot the shit. Thing is he only talks to me after I get REALLY drunk.

Does it sing to you too?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V40jQBgwfNw

[hawgrider]

here ya go RubberDuck check this out- http://wildturkeybourbon.com/product/wild-turkey-american-honey-sting/


WILD TURKEY AMERICAN HONEY STING
We took our exceptionally smooth blend of pure honey and Wild Turkey Bourbon and added a hint of ghost pepper to craft our hottest Honey yet – American Honey Sting. At 71 Proof it’s got more flavor, more kick and boasts a bite of ghost pepper that’s

[hawgrider]

These two are ... well...... but here is a taste test.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTA2gYl74Ds

[juskom95]

These two are ... well...... but here is a taste test.

Well, I might be going down to find one of hose "Forgiven," bottles and some 'moderately cheap,' cigars tonight.

Rough week, it might be 'sit around the fire with a cigar and drink,' kind of night.

[hawgrider]

Well, I might be going down to find one of hose "Forgiven," bottles and some 'moderately cheap,' cigars tonight.

Rough week, it might be 'sit around the fire with a cigar and drink,' kind of night. Rumor has it RubberDuck has one on order it will be here next week.

And I did some research on Wild turkey website And although they are not saying there is any Forgiven in stock in my area there is a big booze store near me that has several other of WT products like Russel's Reserve, Rye and such. So I may stop in there this weekend a see what they have in stock.


Nice cigar-
to go with some bourbon or whiskey get yourself a Rockey Patel "Edge" or better yet a Padron 2000 you won't break the bank and you won't regret it.

[juskom95]

Rumor has it RubberDuck has one on order it will be here next week.

And I did some research on Wild turkey website And although they are not saying there is any Forgiven in stock in my area there is a big booze store near me that has several other of WT products like Russel's Reserve, Rye and such. So I may stop in there this weekend a see what they have in stock.
I forgot about Russell's reserve, that is usually a pretty good one too. Liquor Barn has a huge selection, so some of them get 'lost,' at times.


Nice cigar-
to go with some bourbon get your self a Rockey Patel "Edge" or better yet a Padron 2000 you won't break the bank and you won't regret it.

I have two left from the sampler my parents gave me I have not tried. If I'm sober enough, it might happen! If not . . . I'll be passed out until sunrise!

[RubberDuck]

here ya go RubberDuck check this out- http://wildturkeybourbon.com/product/wild-turkey-american-honey-sting/
71 proof is for females but i could add a shot of shine.

[RubberDuck]

Yup my liquor store didn't have it on the shelf but they order whatever I want as long as they can get it.
should have it Friday.

[swamp frog]

my liquor store doesn't even have Blanton's anymore...I'm 99% sure they won't have any of this tasty "Forgiven" you speak of. The bad thing is its a decent sized store.

[hawgrider]

71 proof is for females but i could add a shot of shine.Ghost pepper mans it up a bit. Besides you like that honey sweet shit LOL

[RubberDuck]

I keep a bottle of Jack Daniels honey in the freezer for cough medicine and to mix with Black label now an then.

[juskom95]

I keep a bottle of Jack Daniels honey in the freezer for cough medicine and to mix with Black label now an then.

I keep a bottle of anything around the house for my back. Bourbon is the best, then Whiskey, then Vodka.

[hawgrider]

Yeah strictly for medicinal purposes only....

[juskom95]

Yeah strictly for medicinal purposes only....

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[hawgrider]

http://i.imgur.com/qoMTcJA.gif

[hawgrider]

Looky what I found local-

http://i1358.photobucket.com/albums/q761/hawgrider97/Things/20170331_161647_zpseq0a6coa.jpg (http://s1358.photobucket.com/user/hawgrider97/media/Things/20170331_161647_zpseq0a6coa.jpg.html)

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[A Watchman]

Well?

[hawgrider]

We read the price was $39.00. Well not in Michigan. The price in Mi. is $55.00 which will make this bottle the most expensive I've ever bought. That said on to the first taste.

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First taste is warm at room temp sipped very slowly. Very smooth right out of the gate. The spice of the rye comes right thru then the oak and hints of carmel and vanilla and I'll call it a hint of citrus all which me not being a expert taste tester can pick out. So far this is a pretty special bottle for my blue collar po folk workin mans budget. The story about hags mom makes it a real special treat!

Next up chilled on a rock. To be continued-

[A Watchman]

I can see where this is headed .... Hawg soliciting for weekly donations to fund his whiskey taste testing videos, huh?

[hawgrider]

I can see where this is headed .... Hawg soliciting for weekly donations to fund his whiskey taste testing videos, huh?

And the light bulb in Hawgs head goes on...:biglaugh:

[hawgrider]

Dinner is over and I cleansed my palate....

With a smoke and a glass of water :biglaugh:

I alway prefer my booze cold usually out of the frezzer so I got it chilled down pretty good.

On a rock this time. Note: my rocks are from filtered well water. So here we go...

Gave it a pour and a swirl nose in the glass just like the big boys.

And it smells gooood!

Tick tock

Tick tock

Gave it a little time to melt a bit of the rock...


First taste is.....

Oh yeah baby thats some damn good shit right there! :getdown:

The water opened up and intensified the flavors to the 3rd power. The spice of the rye is still out front.

So far I like it... I like it alot!

If your willing to spend 50 bucks on Knob Creek I would bet you'll really appreciate this even though its not technically bourbon. I like this better than knob creek.

I like this better than Buffalo Trace which is currently my favorite and is in the $25.00 range. My other favorite in the $25.00 range is Rebel Reserve. My new found very enjoyable budget booze is Wild Turkey which was $18.00 I really enjoyed that bottle last weekend.

So back to hags mom's "Forgiven" To me its a winner and most certainly hags mom is absolutely forgiven.

Thanks hag for sharing that story. I am really going to enjoy her mistake! :beerchug:


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[Unclefred]

Well hell, ill drink Old Crow and love it if that's all I have. I'm. Getting buffalo trace this weekend. Oh yeah

[hawgrider]

Well hell, ill drink Old Crow and love it if that's all I have. I'm. Getting buffalo trace this weekend. Oh yeah

Im a cheap booze hound. When Im not splurging I drink for quanity Kessler and Black Velvet for mixed drinks. When Im splurging I bump it up the Jim beam black label and on up. Its rare that I splurge. This bottle of Forgiven is a sipper for me. Special occasions and rough days. I won't be guzzling this stuff.

[hag]

Dinner is over and I cleansed my palate....

With a smoke and a glass of water :biglaugh:

I alway prefer my booze cold usually out of the frezzer so I got it chilled down pretty good.

On a rock this time. Note: my rocks are from filtered well water. So here we go...

Gave it a pour and a swirl nose in the glass just like the big boys.

And it smells gooood!

Tick tock

Tick tock

Gave it a little time to melt a bit of the rock...


First taste is.....

Oh yeah baby thats some damn good shit right there! :getdown:

The water opened up and intensified the flavors to the 3rd power. The spice of the rye is still out front.

So far I like it... I like it alot!

If your willing to spend 50 bucks on Knob Creek I would bet you'll really appreciate this even though its not technically bourbon. I like this better than knob creek.

I like this better than Buffalo Trace which is currently my favorite and is in the $25.00 range. My other favorite in the $25.00 range is Rebel Reserve. My new found very enjoyable budget booze is Wild Turkey which was $18.00 I really enjoyed that bottle last weekend.

So back to hags mom's "Forgiven" To me its a winner and most certainly hags mom is absolutely forgiven.

Thanks hag for sharing that story. I am really going to enjoy her mistake! :beerchug:


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Glad you liked it ol buddy! I like the rye, but I love the forgiven. You get back down to ky, you can get a bottle in the gift shop. The Russell's are almost always around autographing bottles and a lot of people who buy the forgiven want momma to sign theirs too, which blows her mind! I've got a bottle of the first run in my cabinet signed by Jimmy and Eddie Russell and my mom but it will never be opened

[hag]

71 proof is for females but i could add a shot of shine.

The American honey is about like drinking sugary syrup to me and I ain't crazy about it, but it's probably okay to the people who like to mix drinks. The sting ain't half bad though

[hag]

I forgot about Russell's reserve, that is usually a pretty good one too. Liquor Barn has a huge selection, so some of them get 'lost,' at times.



I have two left from the sampler my parents gave me I have not tried. If I'm sober enough, it might happen! If not . . . I'll be passed out until sunrise!

The Russell's reserve single barrel is my absolute favorite bourbon from any distillery. It's too expensive to do anything but sip on for me, but damn it's good

[Unclefred]

The American honey is about like drinking sugary syrup to me and I ain't crazy about it, but it's probably okay to the people who like to mix drinks. The sting ain't half bad though

Kris Kristopherson is quite a guy. I met him in Guatemala in the 80's.

[hawgrider]

Glad you liked it ol buddy! I like the rye, but I love the forgiven. You get back down to ky, you can get a bottle in the gift shop. The Russell's are almost always around autographing bottles and a lot of people who buy the forgiven want momma to sign theirs too, which blows her mind! I've got a bottle of the first run in my cabinet signed by Jimmy and Eddie Russell and my mom but it will never be opened

So 2010 is when this happened and the first run was when?
This bottle was batch 303. Does that mean its the 303rd batch made?

I have got to put a distillery trip in Kentucky in my future. I would love to get a signed bottle of this to put up for a keep sake. Pretty darn neat story and history. We are lucky to have you on OTP!

[RubberDuck]

Yes a Bourbon trail trip is in the future for sure. .
But maybe we can sweet talk Hag and workout deal for a couple signed bottles.
I am extremely jealous you are sampling before me looks and sounds very tasty

[hawgrider]

Yes a Bourbon trail trip is in the future for sure. .
But maybe we can sweet talk Hag and workout deal for a couple signed bottles.
I am extremely jealous you are sampling before me looks and sounds very tasty

Well umm its only a hour drive from your house get your ass over here and I'll share.

It would be the cats meow to get hags mom signature along with hags. Hint hint... And since were putting the pressure on him maybe he will take us cat fishing too. Oh hell yes we would need a phone number of a local bail bondsman down there cuz that would be a recipe for some big fun!

[A Watchman]

Well umm its only a hour drive from your house get your ass over here and I'll share.

It would be the cats meow to get hags mom signature along with hags. Hint hint... And since were putting the pressure on him maybe he will take us cat fishing too. Oh hell yes we would need a phone number of a local bail bondsman down there cuz that would be a recipe for some big fun!

Ok, I guess I will volunteer ..... I see you guys are gonna need a chaperone on this trip! :callme:

[hawgrider]

Ok, I guess I will volunteer ..... I see you guys are gonna need a chaperone on this trip! :callme:

Somebody needs to keep an eye on us.... and you are the "Watchman" will notify you of the date of the run!:biglaugh:

[hag]

Well umm its only a hour drive from your house get your ass over here and I'll share.

It would be the cats meow to get hags mom signature along with hags. Hint hint... And since were putting the pressure on him maybe he will take us cat fishing too. Oh hell yes we would need a phone number of a local bail bondsman down there cuz that would be a recipe for some big fun!

Any time y'all are ready! It's never been too hard to talk me into drinking and fishing! Yeah I can get you signatures too

[hag]

Ok, I guess I will volunteer ..... I see you guys are gonna need a chaperone on this trip! :callme:

A watchman is always a welcomed sight. One quick question, how much can you drink and still be able to drive a boat?

[hag]

Kris Kristopherson is quite a guy. I met him in Guatemala in the 80's.

That's very cool! He is one of my all time favorites and one hell of a songwriter

[Inor]

Ok, I guess I will volunteer ..... I see you guys are gonna need a chaperone on this trip! :callme:

You pricks! Did you forget about your ol' cousin Inor?!?

[A Watchman]

A watchman is always a welcomed sight. One quick question, how much can you drink and still be able to drive a boat?


You pricks! Did you forget about your ol' cousin Inor?!?

Ok, what the hell, Inor can drive the damn boat.

[RubberDuck]

Sure let Inor drive the boat...
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[Inor]

Sure let Inor drive the boat...
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170401/e0cffde370f60df2444b46b5d7ff9beb.gif

What are you talking about? I have all kinds of experience driving boats, most of it while inebriated.

[juskom95]

Looky what I found local-

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Damb.
They had just sold out locally


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[juskom95]

So 2010 is when this happened and the first run was when?
This bottle was batch 303. Does that mean its the 303rd batch made?

I have got to put a distillery trip in Kentucky in my future. I would love to get a signed bottle of this to put up for a keep sake. Pretty darn neat story and history. We are lucky to have you on OTP!
I want to try the bourbon trail . . . just because.

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[Inor]

Tonight's beer is Moon Juice from SanTan Breweries in Chandler, AZ.

http://i1297.photobucket.com/albums/ag23/InorTheBloody/IMG_20170401_183935852_zpsvwpa0qvt.jpg

I admit it. I am a sucker for beers I have never tried before, especially if they have a weird name. I saw this at the grocery store and could not pass it up. Usually my weird beers are okay but not great, but every once in awhile I discover one that is outstanding, like KP. This is another one of those. It is not citrusy (like a lot of the IPAs in this area). Nor is it overly hoppy. It is a great balance but is filling. I will definitely be buying more of these.

[TJC44]

Tonight's beer is Moon Juice from SanTan Breweries in Chandler, AZ.

http://i1297.photobucket.com/albums/ag23/InorTheBloody/IMG_20170401_183935852_zpsvwpa0qvt.jpg

I admit it. I am a sucker for beers I have never tried before, especially if they have a weird name. I saw this at the grocery store and could not pass it up. Usually they are okay but not great, but every once in awhile I discover one that is outstanding, like KP. This is another one of those. It is not citrusy (like a lot of the IPAs in this area). Nor is it overly hoppy. It is a great balance but is filling. I will definitely be buying more of these.

"Moon Juice" Gotta Love it!
Bet you're also loving that 7.3%
I don't know why breweries add fruit to beer.
A local store? or where you've been finding the "Good Stuff"?

[Inor]

"Moon Juice" Gotta Love it!
Bet you're also loving that 7.3%
I don't know why breweries add fruit to beer.
A local store? or where you've been finding the "Good Stuff"?

Our local grocery store has started to carry some more esoteric beers. That is where I found this one. Otherwise, when I go into Tucson to visit my mom I stop by a place that has a HUGE beer section with stuff I have never heard of and also some of my favorites from when we were living in MN.

[hawgrider]

Why You Should Drink Whiskey. I think the better question is why WOULDN’T you drink whiskey,


http://thefunnybeaver.com/should-drink-whiskey/

[hawgrider]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn-cOmca_Xo

[Unclefred]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn-cOmca_Xo

Nice Hawg, I'm digging that Trace right now, I love the oak. If I was s little richer if make it my daily.

[hawgrider]

Nice Hawg, I'm digging that Trace right now, I love the oak. If I was s little richer if make it my daily.

Yes sir the Buffalo is tasty. I'm due for a bottle of that.

[A Watchman]

GJD soothes what ails me. Get ya some.

[A Watchman]

Referencing the guys downing a bottle of JD from Hawg's link, don't be an idiot.

Tequila idiots ...... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1__EFqSJng

[hawgrider]

GJD soothes what ails me. Get ya some.The Gentleman is a Jack I can appreciate. Just cant do the black label swill LOL!

[hawgrider]

Referencing the guys downing a bottle of JD from Hawg's link, don't be an idiot.

Tequila idiots ...... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1__EFqSJng

All idiots on a death wish. Whiskey and Takillya must be respected always.

[RubberDuck]

The Gentleman is a Jack I can appreciate. Just cant do the black label swill LOL!
you sir can kiss my ass.
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[hawgrider]

you sir can kiss my ass.
If it says Jack makes me happy to roll it backhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170406/6160c7e3804c5fef726b31e31f1920fe.jpg

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That cracks me up!!!

[hag]

We always called it Jack shit, in reference to its flavor.
Doesn't compare to a good bourbon in my opinion

[hawgrider]

We always called it Jack shit, in reference to its flavor.
Doesn't compare to a good bourbon in my opinion

Rubberducks taste buds are so trashed from drinking that swill that he doesn't know the difference anymore.... LMAO!

[juskom95]

We always called it Jack shit, in reference to its flavor.
Doesn't compare to a good bourbon in my opinion

I used to drink that . . . until I discovered bourbon.

[hawgrider]

Hahaha RubberDucks turn in the charred barrel.




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[RubberDuck]

when I want good bourbon I buy good bourbon.
When I want one of the best oak flavored whiskeys I buy any Jack. Some people just don't honestly care for it and that's fine.
However lots of people that don't enjoy it are drinking it wrong and change their mind when enjoyed right.

when done right this is a good description.
key let the ice or even better smoked ice work for you.
Don't drown it just let it chill and mellow.
Or suck it up buttercup and enjoy the burn.
https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/jack-daniels-tennessee-whiskey/
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose: Light with plenty of sweetness. There are hints of dry spice and oily nuts, a touch of smoke.

Palate: Quite smooth and soft with notes of banana milkshake, a mixed nut note, a touch of caramel with crème anglaise.

Finish: Sweet with a little cereal sweetness and toasty oak.

I need a true Jack supporter medal !
Do we have any medals for booze ?
we all deserve that one.

[Unclefred]

I think my nights with Knob Creek are over. Makers Mark too. That Buffalo Trace is taking their place. I still might buy some Pendleton now and then, I like my Canadia whisky too.

[hawgrider]

I think my nights with Knob Creek are over. Makers Mark too. That Buffalo Trace is taking their place. I still might buy some Pendleton now and then, I like my Canadia whisky too.

Half the price and better than knob creek in my opinion. Glad you liked it!

[hawgrider]

Since its spring I've been turkey huntin. Bagged one today.

101 proof aged 6 to 8 year's #4 char which is the alligator char same as on the regular wild turkey 81 proof.


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[hawgrider]

Well... ahh hem.. yeah man this stuff is not for tea toddler's .
Yeah she packs a punch! I did not do a warm taste test it went right in the frezzer and is nicely chilled. First taste no rock wow lots of flavor and a stearn bite. Very tasty though and under 23 bucks for a 5th.

After a few sips I put a rock in for a little melt to see how she opens up the flavors.

After some melt sip and sip again. Lots of oak and spice and a hint of vanilla. Very good and the price is right.

RubberDuck you will like the bite of this 101

Crap... I'm probably gonna hate myself in the morning

Umm yeah did I mention you get loaded quick on this 101?

[RubberDuck]

I like the high octane stuff.
tonight after dinner sipping some Woodford from the back of the stash. Wasn't huge fan first time around but time for a revisithttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170406/5d3effcde934d137a1173a39524cd1b0.jpg

[hawgrider]

The bourbon snobs over at MGO claim the Woodford is good. If I tried it at your place it was a while back and I can not remember it.

This 101 is definitely HOT! I think over all I liked the regular wild turkey better but its still to early to make a judgment. I'm on a third glass and dropped a cherry smoked rock in it. The smoked rock is very good in this bourbon. Tomorrow I'll try it in a cocktail.

[Unclefred]

Woodford has a good rep. So does Bullit. Heck, id try em all for free and rave em up even. I'm nice that way.

[RubberDuck]

I'm still not a fan the flavor just cutting it for me but the buzz is. This will probably go back in stock for anothet year.

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[hawgrider]

Woodford has a good rep. So does Bullit. Heck, id try em all for free and rave em up even. I'm nice that way.

I didn't care for the Bullit that much. I don't think the RubberDuck liked it that well either. Strange because the reviews on that and Woodford were good.

[hawgrider]

I'm still not a fan the flavor just cutting it for me but the buzz is. This will probably go back in stock for anothet year.

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Yeah could be why I'm not remembering it very well. I'm sure you let me sample it at one point.

[RubberDuck]

I would have to look on the Bullit there was one I did and one I didn't

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[hag]

I'm not a big bulleit fan but the knob creek is pretty good

[hag]

The bourbon snobs over at MGO claim the Woodford is good. If I tried it at your place it was a while back and I can not remember it.

This 101 is definitely HOT! I think over all I liked the regular wild turkey better but its still to early to make a judgment. I'm on a third glass and dropped a cherry smoked rock in it. The smoked rock is very good in this bourbon. Tomorrow I'll try it in a cocktail.

The 101 is my favorite over the 81. It's a little more potent though

[hawgrider]

I'm not a big bulleit fan but the knob creek is pretty good

Yeah its good but the price is too high. I would time and time again buy Forgiven over Knob in that price range. And no Im not sucking up for signatures. Look at my previous posts on Knob Creek. Im a cheap phucker from way back and Ive enjoyed better for less than 50 bucks... until Your moms forgiven.... now thats a fact Jack! :biglaugh:

[hawgrider]

The 101 is my favorite over the 81. It's a little more potent though

Yes sir its a wee bit more stout. :biglaugh:

[hag]

Yeah its good but the price is too high. I would time and time again buy Forgiven over Knob in that price range. And no Im not sucking up for signatures. Look at my previous posts on Knob Creek. Im a cheap phucker from way back and Ive enjoyed better for less than 50 bucks... until Your moms forgiven.... now thats a fact Jack! :biglaugh:

Yeah for $50 I'm buying Russell's reserve single barrel or blantons or rare breed and have a little change.

[hawgrider]

Yeah for $50 I'm buying Russell's reserve single barrel or blantons or rare breed and have a little change.

I saw the rare tonight next to the 101.... maybe on the next splurge.

[Unclefred]

Yeah for $50 I'm buying Russell's reserve single barrel or blantons or rare breed and have a little change.

I see by your bourbon award that you should be trusted. So it be, bourbon bro.

[Inor]

I see by your bourbon award that you should be trusted. So it be, bourbon bro.

Literally. He makes it.

[Unclefred]

Literally. He makes it.

Then I'm following the right guy! This is by far the best bourbon forum I've been on.

[hawgrider]

Then I'm following the right guy! This is by far the best bourbon forum I've been on.
Yes we are lucky to have Hag here. Funny thing is it was fate and luck. He was reading some of my stuff at the PF forum and thanked a couple of my posts and may have sent me a friend request over there so Im thinking who the hell is this? So I went and read his profile over there and based on his profile I thought he is just as crazy as the rest of us over here and immediately sent him a invite to here. The rest is history.

[Unclefred]

Yes we are lucky to have Hag here. Funny thing is it was fate and luck. He was reading some of my stuff at the PF forum and thanked a couple of my posts and may have sent me a friend request over there so Im thinking who the hell is this? So I went and read his profile over there and based on his profile I thought he is just as crazy as the rest of us over here and immediately sent him a invite to here. The rest is history.

That was a good move. Is the pf forum the one the guy from SB started last year?

[hag]

Yes we are lucky to have Hag here. Funny thing is it was fate and luck. He was reading some of my stuff at the PF forum and thanked a couple of my posts and may have sent me a friend request over there so Im thinking who the hell is this? So I went and read his profile over there and based on his profile I thought he is just as crazy as the rest of us over here and immediately sent him a invite to here. The rest is history.

Oh yeah! So glad to be here! I can be myself here because everyone is alot more likeminded!
I still look around at pf every now and then but most of the time it just annoys me lol

[juskom95]

Oh yeah! So glad to be here! I can be myself here because everyone is alot more likeminded!
I still look around at pf every now and then but most of the time it just annoys me lol

Is making liquor your job, hobby . . . both?

[hag]

Is making liquor your job, hobby . . . both?

I work at wild turkey on third shift and farm during the day.

Making it is the work, drinking it is a hobby lol

[hawgrider]

That was a good move. Is the pf forum the one the guy from SB started last year?

Nah PF has been around a while I got led there from our "Bucketback" aka "Aquahull" from another forum he and I and a few others were on then I couldn't stay unbanned at PF so I Bucketback told me about this place and I never left. I didn't exactly get the warmest welcome here there was a flat lander here with a dick growing out his forehead named "sockpuppet" but I didn't take his crap and whooped his ass at his own game. He cried like a freakin snowflake then started deleting all his threads and the boss banned his sorry ass. The place has been my home ever since.

[hawgrider]

Is making liquor your job, hobby . . . both?

Have you not been following along? Silly goose! Did you miss the story of the "Forgiven"

[juskom95]

I work at wild turkey on third shift and farm during the day.

Making it is the work, drinking it is a hobby lol
I think that's only twenty minutes or so from where I'm in my little cubicle prison!


Have you not been following along? Silly goose! Did you miss the story of the "Forgiven"
I did not catch the part that hag was working there.

[Unclefred]

I wonder if that's the same sockpuppet at SB...I hate over moderated forums, they cater to sensitive weaklings and weasels. Ruins it for me.

[hawgrider]

I wonder if that's the same sockpuppet at SB...I hate over moderated forums, they cater to sensitive weaklings and weasels. Ruins it for me.

It could be... he really was a pretty useless character. He was banned from PF for deleting his threads and posts there too after I whooped his ass there too LMAO! He hated it when I called him "Needle dick" probably hit home for him LOL!!!!

[juskom95]

I wonder if that's the same sockpuppet at SB...I hate over moderated forums, they cater to sensitive weaklings and weasels. Ruins it for me.

That is it!!!!! You're getting an infraction for that!!!!!

[Unclefred]

That is it!!!!! You're getting an infraction for that!!!!!

That sounds familiar! :-)

[juskom95]

That sounds familiar! :-)

We should give all new members an infraction . . . . just because.

[Unclefred]

We should give all new members an infraction . . . . just because.

Why the heck not. It never hurt anyone. Plus, it's a good way to deal with stress, like a bug zapper.

[Radio]

Lmao@needle dick! I'm gonna call him that over there next time he posts.

[Unclefred]

Lmao@needle dick! I'm gonna call him that over there next time he posts.

His posts sure sound like a needle dick. I thought he was a kid.

[RubberDuck]

Went to go pick up my bottle of Forgiven and it did not come in today so with liquor money in my pocket decided to try a different Bird.
Hawg I see your 101 and raise you 15.8
Got a bottle of 116.8 proof Rare breed.
Looks like they bottle this at cask strength like Jack does with one of their lines so that means each bottle can be a different proof.
Highest I had with Jack was 135.
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[hawgrider]

Went to go pick up my bottle of Forgiven and it did not come in today so with liquor money in my pocket decided to try a different Bird.
Hawg I see your 101 and raise you 15.8
Got a bottle of 116.8 proof Rare breed.
Looks like they bottle this at cask strength like Jack does with one of their lines so that means each bottle can be a different proof.
Highest I had with Jack was 135.
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You suck! I saw that next to the 101 last night but it made mr winky pucker up when I saw the $55 ish price tag. I gotta wait till Im nigga rich again before I can try that one.

[RubberDuck]

This one was $40 at my store.

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[hawgrider]

This one was $40 at my store.

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Really... yeah the little store who I thought sold a state prices had a 55 ish tag in it. Hmmm I'll have to check the windmill store.

[RubberDuck]

Hawg might have posted this guy before but he makes some good taste vids.

How to drink whisky with Richard Paterson
https://youtu.be/BW1te_miu5I

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[RubberDuck]

Wild Turkey tour.
https://youtu.be/y-gwOJC2d8c

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[hawgrider]

Hawg might have posted this guy before but he makes some good taste vids.

How to drink whisky with Richard Paterson
https://youtu.be/BW1te_miu5I

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Yeah I found that off the manley site a while back.

So did you say HELLO to that Rare yet???? Did you nose it??? Come on... where is the damn review ? The suspence is killing me Lol!

[RubberDuck]

will be a after dinner treat.

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[hawgrider]

Wild Turkey tour.
https://youtu.be/y-gwOJC2d8c

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Good informative video. I was glued to the whole 22 ish minutes and wanting more.

I really like what wild turkey is doing. Non gmo grains, 60 year old yeast and lots of ageing in the oak. I can't wait to try some of the rare breed.

[hawgrider]

will be a after dinner treat.

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Well hurry up dammit!

[RubberDuck]

Ok room temp neat sweet smooth start on the lips and warms up quick I get a vanilla oak taste right away and it goes down hot keep in mind its 116.8 proof and this is not meant to be tasted neat unless you are a heat fan.
Chilled on a rock for about 3 min increased the sweet hit to the lips took the first wave of heat off really opened up the flavor and I expect it to open more as the cube melts. Now the heat hits once its passes the throat and stays warm all the way down. Im getting a nutty after taste.This is very tasty never been good with flavor description sorry but I like it!
Remember being cask strength every bottle will have different heat with different start and finishes.
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[Unclefred]

I saw a turkey on my road yesterday, maybe it was a sign.

[hawgrider]

Where is it at with all the other quality bourbons you have?
Scale of 1 to 10 ?

[hawgrider]

I saw a turkey on my road yesterday, maybe it was a sign.

It is a sign do not hesitate! I'm embarrassed that I have not dabbled in Wild Turkey in the last 25 to 30 years... shame on me!

[Unclefred]

It is a sign do not hesitate! I'm embarrassed that I have not dabbled in Wild Turkey in the last 25 to 30 years... shame on me!

I can't remember how long it's been either. I think I thought it was too hot, but I was young.

[RubberDuck]

Quality is up there with Buffalo trace and some others on my 10 list price wise it goes on my special occasion only list.
In other words this will be in my cabinet a very long time to sip on now and then verse Buffalo that I would finish in a week.
I have several here I sip on about once a year and enjoy every drop only because rhe cost prevents me from running out for another right away.
The buzz is excellent the glass you see I have had about 6 sips and a 1/4 warm shot test and I feel great and will get about 30 to 45 min out of sipping that glass.

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[hawgrider]

I can't remember how long it's been either. I think I thought it was too hot, but I was young.

Well yes in my opinon the 101 Im drinking is hot compared to the regular wild turkey 81 proof I had last weekend or so.
I really enjoyed the 81 proof straight. The flavor was very good for budget bourbon. The 101 is hotter but the flavor from longer aging is is more pronounced.

The Forgiven is spectacular its not hot and a pleasure to drink straight. Im really enjoying that slowly....

If you like the Buffalo Trace you will like/love the Forgiven and I think you would like the 81 proof Wild Turkey. The 81 proof is only 18.00 bucks here in Meatchicken compared to about 25 bucks for the Buffalo Trace. The 101 Wild Turkey may be too hot for you but Id still try that too. If its to hot straight its make a dandy Bourbon and Coke mixed drink which is what Im enjoying at this momment.

[Unclefred]

Well yes in my opinon the 101 Im drinking is hot compared to the regular wild turkey 81 proof I had last weekend or so.
I really enjoyed the 81 proof straight. The flavor was very good for budget bourbon. The 101 is hotter but the flavor from longer aging is is more pronounced.

The Forgiven is spectacular its not hot and a pleasure to drink straight. Im really enjoying that slowly....

If you like the Buffalo Trace you will like/love the Forgiven and I think you would like the 81 proof Wild Turkey. The 81 proof is only 18.00 bucks here in Meatchicken compared to about 25 bucks for the Buffalo Trace. The 101 Wild Turkey may be too hot for you but Id still try that too. If its to hot straight its make a dandy Bourbon and Coke mixed drink which is what Im enjoying at this momment.

That sounds like my next up. More Trace tonight.

[hag]

The rare breed is one of my favorites! I have an acquired taste for the barrel proof bourbon. My first ever buzz was barrel proof 14 year old out of a mason jar. It had been filled directly out of the barrel from the warehouse and still had pieces of char floating in it! Them were good drinking days!

[hawgrider]

The rare breed is one of my favorites! I have an acquired taste for the barrel proof bourbon. My first ever buzz was barrel proof 14 year old out of a mason jar. It had been filled directly out of the barrel from the warehouse and still had pieces of char floating in it! Them were good drinking days!

Oh hell yes not many can say they drank bourbon like that!

Aged 14 years ... damn Im jealous! I used to be delighted to sip 10 year old Beam back in my youth.

[RubberDuck]

The rare breed is one of my favorites! I have an acquired taste for the barrel proof bourbon. My first ever buzz was barrel proof 14 year old out of a mason jar. It had been filled directly out of the barrel from the warehouse and still had pieces of char floating in it! Them were good drinking days!
we would get along great I like the hot stuff which why I get along so well with moonshine

[hawgrider]

we would get along great I like the hot stuff which why I get along so well with moonshine

So thats why you drink that swill from Tennessee hahahahahaha!

[RubberDuck]

Well then....https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170408/c79b8f1314705d32ba38543c0fe7dde5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170408/3135d0aaabc9d92d511c296cc9140089.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170408/fc09ed9453d5cf76c2e31f08f4a99eb8.jpg

[hawgrider]

Touche !

[hag]

Well then....https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170408/c79b8f1314705d32ba38543c0fe7dde5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170408/3135d0aaabc9d92d511c296cc9140089.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170408/fc09ed9453d5cf76c2e31f08f4a99eb8.jpg

I've never been a fan of Jack, but damn, I could learn to become one

[RubberDuck]

Yup google sexy Jack Daniels
enjoy
Then google that swill Jim Beam
See which one makes you smile more.

[hawgrider]

Yup google sexy Jack Daniels
enjoy
Then google that swill Jim Beam
See which one makes you smile more.

Its 80% taste and 20% memories of 10 year old christmas decanters of Beam that draw me to black label Beam over that black label Tennessee swill.

You could put Rosie Odonnel in a bikini for a beam ad and I'd still drink black label Beam over that black label swill from Tennessee hahahahahaha!

Well ... damn thats messed up I really gotta think about this for a few minutes.

[swamp frog]

ok I admit it...I'm a fan of Eagle Rare.

[hawgrider]

ok I admit it...I'm a fan of Eagle Rare.

Same folks as buffalo trace http://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/brands/eagle-rare

[RubberDuck]

ok I admit it...I'm a fan of Eagle Rare.
I posted up that one many pages ago that is on my must buy again list I enjoyed it very much.

[swamp frog]

My bourbon endeavors.

Angel's Envy 4.9/5
Blanton's 4.4/5
Knob Creek 3.9/5
Eagle Rare 3.7/5

I have a bottle of Booker's that I haven't tasted yet...I'm not a noob in bourbon but I stick with the above.

Any experience with Booker's out there? Ice/no ice/?

[hawgrider]

Angels envy is tasty

[swamp frog]

Angels envy is tasty
If I know I'm about to die...I will ask for a bottle of Angel's Envy. It is my absolute favorite.

Edit: any knowledge on booker's?

[hawgrider]

If I know I'm about to die...I will ask for a bottle of Angel's Envy. It is my absolute favorite.

Edit: any knowledge on booker's?

None on the Bookers. I've heard the bourbon snobs over at MGO talk about it . Im pretty sure that one is out of my wallet reach if I remember correctly?

[swamp frog]

None on the Bookers. I've heard the bourbon snobs over at MGO talk about it . Im pretty sure that one is out of my wallet reach if I remember correctly?

I bought it as a present and ended up not giving it lol. I don't buy high dollar bourbon because I drink it like sweet tea.

[hawgrider]

Any experience with Booker's out there? Ice/no ice/?



I like to sample new booze several ways...

Warm and neat.
Freezer chilled neat.
Then on a rock or a splash of water.

[swamp frog]

I like to sample new booze several ways...

Warm and neat.
Freezer chilled neat.
Then on a rock or a splash of water.

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[hawgrider]

http://www.funslurp.com/images/ak47-bullet-ice-tray.jpg

Those are Cool!

[swamp frog]

I've read somewhere that freezing bourbon changes the taste...have you ever been able to tell a difference?

I've never done it cuz of that...I think I'm going to start if yall say its ok.

[RubberDuck]

Love Angeles Envy. .
Bookers is on expensive side but was very tasty I would keep one on hand if gifted or little extra cash and nothing else on my list.
It is worth treating yourself.
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[swamp frog]

Angel's Envy is the nectar of the gods.

[hawgrider]

I've read somewhere that freezing bourbon changes the taste...have you ever been able to tell a difference?

I've never done it cuz of that...I think I'm going to start if yall say its ok.

I've aways kept what Im drinking at the time in the freezer.
Never notitced a issue. Nothing better to me than straight from the bottle out of the frezzer and down the hatch.

Good question for "hag"

[Radio]

This thread:

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[RubberDuck]

So freezing changing the taste yes and no all I have ever noticed is that it takes the first burn off allowing you to let it sit in your mouth and let the flavors warm up.
It is the same principle as on the rocks. Notice how that changes the flavor with chill and dilution.
Chilling the bottle is a good way to enjoy it wither neat or longer on the rocks with a slow melt verse warm whiskey on ice

[swamp frog]

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[hag]

The freezer is my favorite way to chill, but to freeze it is impossible. Rubber duck is right that the cold will slow the heat, but to me it's better than on the rocks because the melting adds water and that will screw up the flavor big time for my taste buds, which is why I like the freezer. Some people do like it room temperature though. On the 101, some of the guys will put one part water two parts bourbon, to take the edge off a little. To each their own, but straight outta the freezer is my favorite

[hawgrider]

Yup my drinking bottle always lives in the freezer.

[hawgrider]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmZZNbUsyt8

[RubberDuck]

My after dinner treat Forty Creek is by far one of my favorite Canadian whisky
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[hawgrider]

Posted this before. But here is the truth that is disappointing.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojaW0t2VqPU

[RubberDuck]

Yup many of the stories are just sale gimmicks the hard to find the real ones.
But it all boils down to booze I will drink and booze I will not.
I seen Tin cup in that video
That is a must have for me very pleasant.

[hawgrider]

Here's how they got the name and some of the history.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSk2Z2H947U

[RubberDuck]

Excellent vid