August 3, 201610 yr I saw the beer and wine thread and wanted to see what some of your favorite Bourbons are and why? I've read a lot about some of the Pappy offerings but have never had an opportunity to try it. Secondary market prices on these run from $300 for the ten year old 'Old Rip VanWinkle' to well over $1000 for a bottle of 23 year old 'Pappy'. Is it worth the price? I am partial to Eagle Rare, Weller Antique and Four Roses.
August 3, 201610 yr Well since you started....Eagle Rare and Four Roses Small Batch are easily in my top 5. For regular sipping (not special occasions) I like a nice Buffalo Trace. I tried the Town Branch last week. I need to have a few of those, but it had a nice aroma, was not oaky bitter and generally smooth.
August 3, 201610 yr I saw the beer and wine thread and wanted to see what some of your favorite Bourbons are and why? I've read a lot about some of the Pappy offerings but have never had an opportunity to try it. Secondary market prices on these run from $300 for the ten year old 'Old Rip VanWinkle' to well over $1000 for a bottle of 23 year old 'Pappy'. Is it worth the price? I am partial to Eagle Rare, Weller Antique and Four Roses. None of the Pappys are worth the price paid. The only reason people buy it is to show off to their friends.
August 3, 201610 yr Big fan of Eagle Rare. Also, a relatively new one to look at for those who are looking to experiment is High West. I'm a big fan of High West Campfire. It is up there in price, but one of the best in my opinion.
August 3, 201610 yr None of the Pappys are worth the price paid. The only reason people buy it is to show off to their friends. I'd have a really hard time being convinced that any bourbon/whiskey/scotch/insert favorite booze would be worth that much. Even if it is fantastic it won't be that much better than a $50 bottle.
August 3, 201610 yr Author I recently picked up some barrel strength offerings (Elijah Craig and Stagg Jr.) Some of these are upward of 120 proof. I've not tried them yet, but something tells me they may need a splash of water and an ice cube or two until I get used to the fire.
August 3, 201610 yr Here's my revised list: Maker's Mark Basil Hayden Jim Beam Black Knob Creek Jim Beam Devil's Cut
August 3, 201610 yr I recently picked up some barrel strength offerings (Elijah Craig and Stagg Jr.) Some of these are upward of 120 proof. I've not tried them yet, but something tells me they may need a splash of water and an ice cube or two until I get used to the fire. I love Bookers. I think that that is 120. It is definitely a sipping bourbon. After the 2nd one, it is a sleeping bourbon.
August 3, 201610 yr My current supply ... 46 Angle's Envy Double Oak Eagle Rare (Single Barrel Select) Johnny Drum Knob Creek Maker's Mark Rowan's Creek Woodford Reserve
August 3, 201610 yr None of the Pappys are worth the price paid. The only reason people buy it is to show off to their friends. Thurs simply not true. The old rip 10 year and the pappy 15 year at retail price are more than worth their value. I am not a fan of the 23 year and I've never tried the 20.
August 3, 201610 yr Here's my revised list: Maker's Mark Basil Hayden Jim Beam Black Knob Creek Jim Beam Devil's Cut Gross.
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