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 canenut |
Favorite Bourbon |
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Posts: 603 02/17/2009 14:15 |
My favorite bourbon is Booker's Bourbon. It's a Jim Beam small batch bourbon, the only bourbon bottled uncut and unfiltered and usually hits the bottle
at around 124 proof. My next favorite is Maker's Mark which is a small batch distiller.
I prefer Bourbon and thought there were others here that do as well. Sound off. 
The trout takes the fly, the line tightens and it's like I was blind, but now I
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Berry Point |
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Posts: 452 02/17/2009 14:57 |
Thanks canenut, we needed one of these after so many runs through the single malts, either vicariously by the posts, or for some of us actually tasting our
way through the recommendations in a single sitting So, on to Bourbon. Maker's Mark and Bookers are great, and I would add Knob Creek to the list. But I can't forget a nod to old Dad's introductions to the simpler things in life such as all those "Olds," Crow, Grand-dad, and Forester, and there is nothing wrong with Wild Turkey--the higher the proof the better |
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Posts: 26 02/17/2009 15:44 |
Bookers and Pappy Van Winkle 15yo (20&23yo are over-rated imho) are on the top shelf.
Everyday stuff would be Makers Mark, Knob Creek, Old Forestor (very good but often over-looked). |
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Posts: 705 02/17/2009 16:22 |
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seattlesetters |
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Posts: 597 02/17/2009 16:27 |
My current favorite is Talisker 18.
"You know how much I love a nice rack!" |
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reelsmith |
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Posts: 706 02/17/2009 16:55 |
seattlesetters wrote: I'm pretty sure that's Scotch. 
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seattlesetters |
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Posts: 598 02/17/2009 17:02 |
reelsmith wrote:Yeah, I know. But there were quite a few bourbon entries posted on the single malt thread, so I thought I'd make it even. 
"You know how much I love a nice rack!" |
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ttrotter |
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Posts: 883 02/17/2009 17:06 Moderator |
Woodford Reserve- hands down!
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mr flymph |
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Posts: 83 02/17/2009 18:04 |
I've sampled many but I keep coming back to Wild Turkey 101. And Berry Point...your father was correct!!
Speak yer mind, but ride a fast horse!
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cutthroattroutnm |
The Mt. Everest of Bourbon | #9 | ||
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Posts: 23 02/17/2009 19:57 |
1974 A.H. Hirsch Reserve 16 Yr. Old Bourbon; like a 24" rainbow taken using a Dickerson 7613 with a #22 Kimballs Midge Emerger on 7X; it just can't
get any better.
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kyflyfisher |
Great Bourbon | #10 | ||
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Posts: 3 02/17/2009 22:50 |
Since I was born and raised in Bourbon County, Kentucky I figure I should post a reply.
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slate river |
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Posts: 46 02/17/2009 23:36 |
My favorite is also Woodford Reserve by Labrot and Graham.
Bob |
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corlay.fiberglassflyro... |
thank you! | #12 | ||
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Posts: 23 02/18/2009 00:49 |
When the favorite malt thread debuted,
I had to restrain myself from chiming in with a bourbon selection... I also like the Beam special batch bourbons; Booker's being the only one that I've yet to try. "Baker's" is about the smoothest sipping bourbon I think that I've ever had. I also like Knob Creek. Hayden's being a bit light for my tastes - I like something more robust. For a great budget bottle, try Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage. It's really pretty good, and at ~$24 to boot! I just scored me an old whiskey flask on the auction site, to carry with me streamside. It's one of those glass ones, with a leather covering up top, and a removable silver base that functions as a small cup. I like the idea of the European tradition, to celebrate a good catch with a nip..
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flyh20 |
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Posts: 66 02/18/2009 07:43 |
Elijah Craigs. For the money, the 12 year-old is my favorite. Knob's alway good. Stay away from Jefferson's.
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SAltsh |
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Posts: 85 02/18/2009 14:19 |
I tend to pick up either Buffalo Trace or Evan Williams, sometimes Basil Hayden. |
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MontyMontana |
Hot Diggy Damn...look what I have missed. | #15 | ||
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Posts: 455 02/18/2009 14:30 |
Computer crashed 3 weeks ago and I have had very limited access...wife's work laptop...but I'm back with a new wizbang high speed electronic
communication thingy...computer...and what do I see right off the bat... talk of BOOZE...way to go guys.
Here is my 2 cents...Booker is great, any small batch is very good, but my go to for years ----GEORGE DICKLE. Monty Montana
Your Signature ... I fish via our criminal justice system..."Catch and release"
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SecondHandWolf |
Bourbon | #16 | ||
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Posts: 119 02/18/2009 17:50 |
I've been a fan of George Dickel # 12 for the past couple of years, but it's availability is limited now.
I like Wild Turkey 101, but it's a bit to much "burn" for me .... does the 80 proof have the same flavor or does it seem more watered-down over-all. I've also been directed to Old Fitzgerald and Buffalo Trace. As you can see, I'm not wanting to exceed $20 a bottle, and still have a good carmel taste with some complexity and fullness in the mouth. Much obliged! Secondhandwolf |
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ShenRods |
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Posts: 184 02/18/2009 18:42 |
I'd second the choice of Woodford Reserve - very soothing - my favorite. My second choice is Blanton's which also soothes the pallet nicely. Chris |
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Lee Koch |
Berghoff's | #18 | ||
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Posts: 442 02/18/2009 19:27 |
Until they gave up the ghost, Berghoff's restaurant in Chicago sold a private label bourbon of different ages. Oldest I ever saw was 15 yrs. Deep, rich
and woody. I thought it was a top-of-the-line bourbon. It was made by Stitzel-Weller.
For more common drinking, I'm with those who appreciate Knob Creek. Cheers! Lee |
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Buck Henry |
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Posts: 213 02/18/2009 19:28 |
My favorite single batch bourbon is Bookers for sure. As far as everyday big batch sipping whiskey, my favorite is the black label Jim Beam. |
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mr flymph |
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Posts: 84 02/18/2009 21:32 |
I'll also give a thumbs up to George Dickel. Bulleit is good too. I can't speak to the Wild Turkey 80, I always buy the 101.
Speak yer mind, but ride a fast horse!
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