Liquor Acquisitions 2023, 2024, 2025

[Scap]

Oh my funky goodness.


Smells like bananas at a nail salon.
Tastes about the same. Lol

For over proof it isn't harsh. Nice warm velvety mouthfeel. A bit astringent, like camphor or something I used as a kid for bug bites or cuts.

Almost a cinnamon candy hotness/burn on the tongue.

 

[cabaiguan juan]

 

[lucasbuck]

Yes and honestly, didn't like it. From what I've ready (not experienced) the bottles pre-Sazerac were much better. Again, just what I've read. I'm not opposed to high $$$ bottles, but it's always nice to find a solid bottle for a decent price.


Has anyone/does anyone have a review/opinion on James E Pepper barrel proof?

Finally cracked my bottle. Sorry so slow Brandon! I like it. It’s quite hot for such a relatively low barrel proof. Flavors are semi-sweet. Hate to judge a bottle from just one pour but I’m not excited so far. It’s just ok. If it grows on me I will update.

 

[drunkfish3]

 

[ggiese]

Picked this up this evening. 103 proof. It is spicy - but a damn good spicy (very nice warmth). Not always a fan of full proof - but this was definitely worth it!

 

[ggiese]

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Love the Midwinters Night Dram. On the expensive side, but a truly great pour!

 

[MaytagMan]

Picked this up while I was in Socal -

 

[JoeMO]

A couple favorites! Love St. Louis prices. 69.99 each Lagavulin 16 and Jack Daniels Single Barrel Barrel Proof Rye. I forgot, I had a 5 dollar coupon too.

 

[ggiese]

Picked up a bottle of the Kirkland's Signature "Ready to Drink" Old Fashioned - 1L bottle for $17 at Costco over the weekend. Enjoyed it last night with the family during our Father's Day celebration. Out of the bottle - not bad! Thinking it's something great to have at parties during the summer - quick, easy and good! (picture is from the Costco website)

 

[CBoukal]

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Picked up a bottle of the Kirkland's Signature "Ready to Drink" Old Fashioned - 1L bottle for $17 at Costco over the weekend. Enjoyed it last night with the family during our Father's Day celebration. Out of the bottle - not bad! Thinking it's something great to have at parties during the summer - quick, easy and good! (picture is from the Costco website)

I have a bottle as well, I agree 100% with your opinion of it.

 

[DomnioMaestro]

I've had a couple old fashioned's. One was made in a higher end bar, and was made with top shelf ingredients. (wasnt the first one) Several made with friends, and a couple I have tried to create. (I am no mixologist)

Once I had the one that was done 'correctly', it has been a mission to to find either somewhere locally (and there hasnt been a place yet), or my trial-and-error attempts, to recreate this drink.

I love the taste of these. I'm tempted to try this from kirkland....but honestly, I am not sure that my local costco carries it....not that I ever looked, but I live in PA....which is terribly regulated on who/where can sell/serve alcohol....

 

[whopper]

I’m spending next week with my brother at the beach. I’m not a big whiskey drinker as I prefer Scotch but he is. Picked up this bottle on the recommend of @CBoukal

I was thinking about getting a bottle of Blantons as I had never tried it before but they wanted $170 plus tax so I passed on it.

 

[ggiese]

I’m spending next week with my brother at the beach. I’m not a big whiskey drinker as I prefer Scotch but he is. Picked up this bottle on the recommend of @CBoukal

I was thinking about getting a bottle of Blantons as I had never tried it before but they wanted $170 plus tax so I passed on it.


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One of my favorite Rye whiskeys! Always a good go-to! @CBoukal was spot on with that recommendation!

And if you have to pay $170 for Blanton's - take a hard pass. Retail is more than half of that - and there are far better bourbon's at even Blanton's retail price....