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Do tell how it was, I was a big fan of their bourbon (despite its incredible low proof). It drank like a mid 90 proof and had a buttery long finish. Their Rye has caught my glance many a time whenever I see it.
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Makes fantastic old fashions!
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Tell me I'm not crazy and that it drinks way above its weight class of 80 proof. If this was included in @erjaq sample group I'd guess it was a mid to high 90 proof that was aged for at least 10 years. Here was mine, picture was probably taken close to 2 years ago
@BourbonBinder I am new to Bourbon. I picked up this bottle after reading a couple of sites that recommended it for newbie's. I don't regret buying it. For now I drink it with a little ice. In time I'll try it neat.Tell me I'm not crazy and that it drinks way above its weight class of 80 proof. If this was included in @erjaq sample group I'd guess it was a mid to high 90 proof that was aged for at least 10 years. Here was mine, picture was probably taken close to 2 years ago
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Awesome and welcome to this exciting hobby. I hope your journey is full of exciting bourbons that you remember for years to come.
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Anyone know or experienced the tell-tale Elijah Craig cork separation issue, as seen in the picture I posted above? (i.e. the plastic top coming off the glued on cork.)
I wonder if their new bottle design addressed this or not. I read about this before it happened to me and it was a pain having to take the cork out with pliers every time after...and a little embarrassing at my lounge lol
I wonder if their new bottle design addressed this or not. I read about this before it happened to me and it was a pain having to take the cork out with pliers every time after...and a little embarrassing at my lounge lol
Had some for the first time yesterday. It was definitely good IMO, especially for the price.
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I enjoyed it. Neat with a drop of water. Like the bourbon cousin, it does drink above it's published proof. I haven't yet figured out the flavors, just wanted to drink it and see if I enjoyed it without having to think about anything. I'll probably have another glass tomorrow night.
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After my Woodford Reserve Rye experience, being 90.4 proof and having to add 10 drops of water in order to make it drinkable, I am somewhat hesitant with my Rye's. However tasting WhistlePig's 10 Year (119.2 proof) Rye has brought new light to how I look at Rye's. I think Rittenhouse BIB is next for me. At $30 it sounds like a steal too. I still have NEVER EVER had any mixed bourbon drinks so I think I will finally experiment with a cheaper Rye when I do, which is definitely gonna be Rittenhouse.
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Manhattan . . my go-to.
only 5 ingredients:
Rittenhouse Rye / Carpano Antica / Luxardo Cherry / Orange Bitters / Angostura Bitters. I usually use a ration of 3:1 (Rye : Carpano Antica)
I really like the Fee Brothers Black Walnut bitters in an Old Fashioned. After having a few Old Fashioneds with it and really like them, I recently picked up bottle. Made one the other day and it turned out great.
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Blind No Longer Bourbon Review #3
Bottle C: Vintage Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release #6 (12 Years)
Proof: 140.2
New Tasting Notes:
One of the darkest shades of bourbon I've ever seen before. It still smelled of sweet butterscotch apple on the bouquet, even after forgetting I originally said that in the blind review. Very approachable for the 2nd highest proofed bourbon I've tried; I was able to get right down into it at the rim of my Glencairn. Now you'd think after more than 2 years and having bought 18 or so bourbons, not including all these barrel proofed bombers, that I would've thought to hydrate my palate before priming it.....well you'd be wrong. (because I did LOL). The end result? An extra thick mouthfeel of liquid hellfire....but still very delicious. This is without a doubt the hottest bourbon to date, even more so than George T Stagg 143 proof. It was a long mouth coating finish but still not George T Stagg long. The problem (if you could call it that because it's a tasty problem) is that it doesn't soften on the palate as the mid palate and finish begins to take their grasp. It just burns hot all the way through, which I experienced with my Elijah Small Batch (in shorter form of course). Don't get me wrong I still absolutely loved it and savored every last drop. The Finish is my favorite part of any bourbon, especially when its a long one with complexity and flavorful characteristics and nuances. Mouthfeel (preferably viscous) comes a close second. Those factor into my ratings more so than anything.
MY Rating: 4/5 Stars
Bottle C: Vintage Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release #6 (12 Years)
Proof: 140.2
New Tasting Notes:
One of the darkest shades of bourbon I've ever seen before. It still smelled of sweet butterscotch apple on the bouquet, even after forgetting I originally said that in the blind review. Very approachable for the 2nd highest proofed bourbon I've tried; I was able to get right down into it at the rim of my Glencairn. Now you'd think after more than 2 years and having bought 18 or so bourbons, not including all these barrel proofed bombers, that I would've thought to hydrate my palate before priming it.....well you'd be wrong. (because I did LOL). The end result? An extra thick mouthfeel of liquid hellfire....but still very delicious. This is without a doubt the hottest bourbon to date, even more so than George T Stagg 143 proof. It was a long mouth coating finish but still not George T Stagg long. The problem (if you could call it that because it's a tasty problem) is that it doesn't soften on the palate as the mid palate and finish begins to take their grasp. It just burns hot all the way through, which I experienced with my Elijah Small Batch (in shorter form of course). Don't get me wrong I still absolutely loved it and savored every last drop. The Finish is my favorite part of any bourbon, especially when its a long one with complexity and flavorful characteristics and nuances. Mouthfeel (preferably viscous) comes a close second. Those factor into my ratings more so than anything.
MY Rating: 4/5 Stars
Cracked this open last night. Was on the sweeter side but not cloying and didn't have too much burn. Performed well for it's proof and price.
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Last weekend's goodness Blanton's and La Colmena.
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Last weekend's goodness Blanton's and La Colmena.
EDIT: OK, that did not work, what hosting service is everyone using now??