BOURBON questions & comments

Had my first taste of Maker's Mark last night :). Brought in the growing collection of cans and bottles to cash in the deposits (.10 in MI :D) and got a little extra cash, so I decided a nice bourbon would be a good way to spend the money. It was between Maker's and Buffalo Trace, but in the end I decided to go with MM.

It had a good amount of spice and a nice little kick when it goes down. Exceptionally smooth though :dr I was very impressed with it. I'm really looking forward to trying some with the next cigar I smoke :ss
 
Cadillac said:
Question: Anyone tried the Bulliet Bourbon? Almost picked up a bottle today. Any good?
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I'm enjoying a bit right now, as a matter of fact. It has a bit more rye content than some, slightly floral to me but with an up-front taste. This is my first bottle and I kind of like it. My usual favorite is Woodford Reserve.
 
Thanks, I'll have to back & pick it up. I usually mix drinks with Ginger Ale or Coke. Actually I looooove Crown Royal & Coke. What's better to drink Bourbon straight up with, couple of ice cubes? A little water? Or is it just a matter of taste.
 
Cadillac said:
Question: Anyone tried the Bulliet Bourbon? Almost picked up a bottle today. Any good?
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I am a recent fan of the Bulliet. I find it lighter and sweeter than my usuall bourbons, which include but not limited to Eagle Rare 10, Makers Mark (if I'm out of everything else), George T Stagg and Sazarac rye. I drink all these, except for the Stagg, neat. Sometimes with a small splash of water to bring out some different flavors.
 
Cotton said:
I am a recent fan of the Bulliet. I find it lighter and sweeter than my usuall bourbons, which include but not limited to Eagle Rare 10, Makers Mark (if I'm out of everything else), George T Stagg and Sazarac rye. I drink all these, except for the Stagg, neat. Sometimes with a small splash of water to bring out some different flavors.
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I just tried Bulliet this past Sat. I did not like the up front taste very much. Middle was sweet and finished smoth. Now the wierd part, after it chilled on the ice about 4 min, it was a different drink smooth, sweet and finished smooth. i usually drink mine over a few cubes and a twist of lime.

Eagle Rare - just too different for my palatte.

Even Williams 10 yr Single - my new go to bourbon. very complex, peppery, and not sweet at all.

Makers is my #2 go to, a bit of bite on the front.
 
I have finally dwindled my stock of booze down and needed to replenish my supply. I decided to give some highly rated cheapies a go. I got 4 bottles for less than a bottle of my favorite (Blanton's), hopefully I find a gem among them.. I will report if any of them are notable (good or bad) to me.

  • Old Overholt Rye
  • Rittenhouse Rye 100 proof
  • David Nicholson 1843 Bonded
  • Evan Williams 1783 10year
 
Volt said:
Now the wierd part, after it chilled on the ice about 4 min, it was a different drink smooth, sweet and finished smooth. i usually drink mine over a few cubes...
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Coming from the horses mouth, this is precisely how Tom Bulleit felt it should be enjoyed (over ice).
 
Liquor Store Score!!!

Look what I stumbled across today!!!

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My current bourbon rotation....

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Re: Liquor Store Score!!!

aldukes said:
how is the Hudson - i rememeber in a previous post you said it was good but not great- change your mind? I think I want to try a bottle.
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Definately try it if you can find a decent price. I'm not sure what i paid, but it was expensive and not worth the $$ IMHO. Its decent, but tastes more like a rye to me.
 
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