smokin5 09:12 PM 03-29-2011
 
Has anyone tried the Costco Kirkland Bourbon yet?
Just read about it today.  7 years old, 103 proof,
about $20/liter.  Rumor has it it's Jim Beam made.
		
		
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chippewastud79 08:49 PM 04-02-2011
 
Just started on some Elijah Craig.  Bought some for bbq sauce the other week and cracked it for some drinks tonight.  Very nice, especially for $20 
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Patrick B 09:05 PM 04-02-2011
 
Originally Posted by smokin5:
Has anyone tried the Costco Kirkland Bourbon yet?
Just read about it today.  7 years old, 103 proof,
about $20/liter.  Rumor has it it's Jim Beam made.
a twitter buddy said it was ok....
		
		
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BengalMan 12:11 PM 04-06-2011
 
replicant_argent 12:22 PM 04-06-2011
 
Originally Posted by smokin5:
Has anyone tried the Costco Kirkland Bourbon yet?
Just read about it today.  7 years old, 103 proof,
about $20/liter.  Rumor has it it's Jim Beam made.
Bought it. Had a sip or 2 neat. Good flavors, a little hot, I need to try it with a splash to see how it opens up, and then maybe with a cube before passing judgment overall.  A little raisin-y aroma, and oak and vanilla to me, with a sniff as I look at the bottle for you. 
So far, I think it will be well worth the 20 bucks.
It is distilled and bottled by "The Clear Spring  Distilling Co. Clermont frankfort KY."
		
		
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Wanger 12:55 PM 04-06-2011
 
Originally Posted by replicant_argent:
Bought it. Had a sip or 2 neat. Good flavors, a little hot, I need to try it with a splash to see how it opens up, and then maybe with a cube before passing judgment overall.  A little raisin-y aroma, and oak and vanilla to me, with a sniff as I look at the bottle for you. 
So far, I think it will be well worth the 20 bucks.
It is distilled and bottled by "The Clear Spring  Distilling Co. Clermont frankfort KY."
Just did a quick search...that's the Jim Beam Distillery, apparently.
		
		
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replicant_argent 01:02 PM 04-06-2011
 
It is also where the aliens landed.
		
		
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Aero95 01:38 PM 04-06-2011
 
Just got a few bottles of A.H. Hirsch 16 and trying to decide if I want to open a bottle up or not right now.
		
		
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Wanger 01:49 PM 04-06-2011
 
Originally Posted by replicant_argent:
It is also where the aliens landed.

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shemp 03:16 PM 04-06-2011
 
bought the kirkland borboun, and for $20.00 it is very nice.  Over a cube is the best i think, but even neet it is decent.  It is much better than many other equivelant low end burbouns out there.  I would put it on a playing field with buffalo trace or makers.
		
		
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Frodo 01:35 PM 04-07-2011
 
Originally Posted by aero95:
Just got a few bottles of A.H. Hirsch 16 and trying to decide if I want to open a bottle up or not right now.
WOW! A peice of American distilling history no doubt. Wish I could get some for a reasonable price although I think those days are gone...
		
		
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macsauce13 01:41 PM 04-07-2011
 
Originally Posted by aero95:
 All I have to do now is find a good restaurant in the Lexington area.
Check out:
Malones
Sal's
		
		
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smokin5 01:45 PM 04-07-2011
 
Originally Posted by shemp:
bought the kirkland borboun, and for $20.00 it is very nice.  Over a cube is the best i think, but even neet it is decent.  It is much better than many other equivelant low end burbouns out there.  I would put it on a playing field with buffalo trace or makers.
I've been curious about picking up some of this.
But since my Costco's selling Makers Mark ("Mother's Milk") 
for $29/1.75 Liter, I haven't seen a reason yet.
		
		
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Originally Posted by SvilleKid:
Been wondering about the Willett. Nice bottle. My sister's store in Tennessee has it in, and I have been thinking about getting her to hold me a bottle. Think I'll tell her to go ahead.
Originally Posted by 76GTFan:
Well here goes. Couldn't resist trying.
 
What say you two?  It comes in a nice looking package but the juice stands up to the image on my taste buds.
 
Originally Posted by RevSmoke:
Last bottle of Buffalo Trace I got was $19.95. What is better at that price point?
Have you had Weller Special Reserve or 4 Roses Small Batch?  Both are pretty darn good especially at their price; WSR $13-16 & 4RSB $22ish.  I've been drinking more of the Weller SR because it's good and the price is just hard to pass up for what you get.
		
		
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SvilleKid 09:16 PM 04-07-2011
 
Originally Posted by Ken:
What say you two?  It comes in a nice looking package but the juice stands up to the image on my taste buds.
 
Have you had Weller Special Reserve or 4 Roses Small Batch?  Both are pretty darn good especially at their price; WSR $13-16 & 4RSB $22ish.  I've been drinking more of the Weller SR because it's good and the price is just hard to pass up for what you get.
Ken
I haven't opened the bottle yet.  I've got four different bottles of bourbon open already.  I need to finish at least two of them off before I open any new bottles.  
I've had Weller's (had a glass a week ago), as well as 4 roses.  Don't currently have any in my collection.  Nothing against either of these, I just don't currently have the room!!
		
		
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Bill86 09:27 PM 04-07-2011
 
I was wondering about the Weller Special Reserve, it seemed too cheap. $17 at my local means probably 14-15 in the city. I didn't buy it. I might have to try it though. I love the William Larue Weller 67.4% 
:-) 134.8 proof 
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Barcode 11:53 PM 04-07-2011
 
Just picked up a bottle of Knob Creek Single Barrel will have to try it this weekend. 
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Frodo 06:23 AM 04-08-2011
 
Originally Posted by Bill86:
I was wondering about the Weller Special Reserve, it seemed too cheap. $17 at my local means probably 14-15 in the city. I didn't buy it. I might have to try it though. I love the William Larue Weller 67.4% :-) 134.8 proof :-) 
If this is the 107 proof bottling, I loved it a while back. Unbelievable value for the coin. Wish we could still get it up here...
		
		
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BengalMan 09:59 AM 04-08-2011
 
The Weller 107 is a fantastic bourbon. There are many amazing value bourbons out there, don't let price fool you. 
Barcode, the Knob Creek Single Barrel is a nice upgrade from the standard Knob for sure.
		
		
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Originally Posted by SvilleKid:
I haven't opened the bottle yet. I've got four different bottles of bourbon open already. I need to finish at least two of them off before I open any new bottles. 
Ha, doesn't look like a bad problemat all. The only issue I had with my Willett was that it was a 1.75l and it just didn't last as long as I'd hoped.  Hope you enjoy yours.
 
Originally Posted by :
Originally Posted by Bill86:
I was wondering about the Weller Special Reserve, it seemed too cheap. 
Originally Posted by BengalMan:
There are many amazing value bourbons out there, don't let price fool you.
 
Yep, you can't always judge a bourbon by the sticker. The WSR is good stuff. I even prefer it over the Antique 107. I enjoy the taste of the 4 Roses SB compared to the Single Barrell, which sames me money.  There's a lot of value to being a bourbon drinker.
		
		
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