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Rowan's Creek Distillery

Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey

Rowan’s Creek - vanilla. Smooth. Bartender said it was the master distiller’s favorite Willett because “it tastes like bourbon.” — 10 days ago

Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Pappy Van Winkle Malt Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 10 Year 107 Proof 2024

Brandon's bottle was better than mine. A little heat, a little sweet. Honey, cornbread, cinnamon, tobacco. Tight, clean finish.
Listening to Red Hot Chili Peppers.
— 12 days ago

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Norman

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Uh Dave, I don’t know this Brandon guy but I’m calling someone on the table. We review the Gold versus Van Winkle and rate Gold a bit below. Ok. Fair. But what’s with the Grand Pappy in the background and the invite in my mailbox missing?! Something is way off ;) looks like a great night. At some point I do want to try bourbons with you!
Dave

Dave

Yeah! 'Twas a good evening. I didn't get around to reviewing a few bottles, including the Pappy. You'd be upset if I did (it was disappointing) 😬 We did pour some Rock Hill Farms which was outstanding.

Hartford Court

Land's Edge Vineyard Pinot Noir

Good nose. Light but complex with a spicy finish. Enjoyed this one. — 5 months ago

Edge Wines

Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

This is a delicious 9 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity.

Showing red and black fruits with wood, earth, vegetables, spices, tobacco leaf, dark coffee, dark chocolates and light vegetables.

Feels like a Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with a touch of earthiness.

Needed 2 hours to open up properly.

Wine Enthusiasts 91 points.

Delicious, soft and elegant.

A blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 3% Malbec.

92 points.

$30.
— 6 months ago

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W. L. Weller

Aged 12 Years The Original Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

For some reason, this smells like peaches 😅 Actually, dark cherry, candied nuts, and cigar box on the nose. Flavors of apricot, honey, cinnamon candies, and pleasant oak. At 90 proof it's an easy summer sipper.
Listening to Chris Isaac (my neighbor is playing her music loud) Not complaining.
— 17 days ago

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Norman

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Peaches and bourbon. Heaven
Dave

Dave

@Norman Yeah! I have to let them sit a few more days.

Mount Langi Ghiran

Cliff Edge Shiraz 2020

Redfruits, mulberry, blue fruits, very evident this is cool climate Shiraz, great acid balance, medium-long finish, I really love this basic Mount Langhi Ghiran Shiraz cuvée!! — a month ago

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with Jim
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Blanton's Distilling Co.

The Original Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Every bottle of Blantons is good, but some are gooder than others. This is gooder. — 3 months ago

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Norman

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With you on that

Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Pappy Van Winkle's 15 Years Old Family Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024

Soft flex for Norman. This bottle of 15-year was not up to par, unfortunately. It lacked complexity and a lot of the typical flavor profile elements. It tasted hotter than usual, and there was a fair amount of peat, which is not right. Still, it beats Jim Beam.
Listening to Patsy Cline
— 11 days ago

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Norman

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That is btw the best pic I’ve seen on here. Legit.
Dave

Dave

The bottle was new to me. I guess my friend had the neck pour earlier this year, so I don't know. I know what you're saying, though. It's also said that the lower a bottle gets, the faster the clock is ticking. I've got a few low bottles that need to be polished off. Come on over!
Norman

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Love that saying and offer! I need to up my music and photo skills in the meantime

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2023

Plenty of sweet heat. Cornbread, apricot, oaky finish.
Listening to Billie Holiday.
— 2 months ago

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Norman

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Nice pull. I don’t recall mine having a black label.
Dave

Dave

Ah it's the back label on the bottle. The front is embossed white lettering 😊 @Norman Gennaro

Stone Edge Farm

Sonoma Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Dark berries with hints of licorice. Smooth finish with nicely integrated tannins. It’s a quintessential California Cab. — 5 months ago