Bourbon Question...

hapster

Have any of you had this one? Found it today while we were getting essentials...

bdub60

Woodford is my go-to bourbon.  Really like it.  I've had the single barrel and it is very good.  Enjoy!

Rfd96

Yep. It's a solid selection.

SGH

Hap I have never tried it. I use to by Jack Daniels single barrel by the gallon though. Usually the single barrel cuts have a more distinct taste than the parent liquor. Enjoy sir.

hapster

Thanks guys... I will let you know what I think of it later

Fred19Flintstone

When I grow up, I wanna be @hapster.

Farbuck

It's damn good.   A friend of mine who's been drinking bourbon for 30 years said his two go-to's are Wild Turkey 101 for inexpensive Bourbon and Woodford Reserve when he feels like treating himself.  

BigAlDaddy

Woodford is great. +1 for wild turkey 101 and you can't forget Jim Beam.

mrw123

That's their double oaked version. If you love the flavor of the wood you'll like it. For me, it's out of balance.

When I visited the distillery a few months ago they let me try some as they were dumping the barrel. So, it was an unfiltered, barrel strength version of Woodford. That was GREAT!. Much preferred it to their commercial release (which is good stuff already).

GATABITES

how is bourbon compared to cognac? 

lousubcap

@hapster-can't wait for the review.  That has to be somewhat new to the market as I have not pounded thru my Double-Oaked supply to go shopping for something else.  And as you are aware-the Double Oaked is so labelled so this should have a different flavor profile.  BTW-heading to LEO (Low Earth Orbit) tonight on the ignition and lift-off of Double Oaked.  Not sure the duration of the flight but will arrive ready for a new launch-pad sequence sometime Sat.  >-

Eggcelsior

GATABITES said:

how is bourbon compared to cognac? 

Ladies Man says not even close.

shtgunal3

I prefer Ripple .... It's also good mixed with champagne. Then it's called Champipple.

hapster

Well I poured about 2 fingers neat to sample this version of Woodford...

By far; my new favorite. It's really unusual in that it's almost a sweet smokey start, very smooth, and then the warmth starts to build in the lower throat and chest... Absolutely no hot or harsh notes, it's the most mild high proof bourbon that I've tasted to date.

Stupid PA; they don't have it... Going to have to try and boot leg some from MD when I get a chance.

Very happy that I decided to try it...

lousubcap

I will check the local bourbon store early next week.  Thanks for the review-definitley on the "buy it now" list.  Enjoy your vacation!

hapster

lousubcap said:

I will check the local bourbon store early next week.  Thanks for the review-definitley on the "buy it now" list.  Enjoy your vacation!

Good luck... I think it's worth the search.

yzzi

I never thought I'd see @Hapster start a "bourbon question" thread, especially when it's about Woodford.

hapster

yzzi said:

I never thought I'd see @Hapster start a "bourbon question" thread, especially when it's about Woodford.

I was just looking for some feedback... I have a limited variety available most of the time due to PA's stupid liquor rules.

Mattman3969

I think my liquor cab will hold at least one more bottle so I guess with a little arm twisting and some convincing I will have to buy a bottle.

Beavercreek_Smoker

Its pretty complex flavor. I personally prefer their standard bottle. My neighbor prefers the doubled oaked. We do the bourbon trail every year for the last 5 years. Been to Woodford 3 times now. If hollywood made a movie about distilleries, They would do it at Woodford. 

If KY is close, it's worth going.

mrw123

I think this is the answer to what you found. Very cool find.

hapster

mrw123 said:

I think this is the answer to what you found. Very cool find.

Thanks... Makes sense now, the tag on the neck medallion says "Canal's Family Selection" so it's the from the batch made for Canal Liquors...

Pretty damn tasty

Mickey

Love it

mrw123

Can you compare it to the regular double oak?

jhl192

@hapster finds a new favorite bourbon and @henapple‌ and @SGH‌ gets mini's??? What the hell is going on here?

hapster

mrw123 said:

Can you compare it to the regular double oak?

It's sweeter and has a nicer finishing heat to it... I like it.

ksmyrl

@hapster I know I'm resurrecting an oldish thread but was wondering if you've tried Four Roses Single Barrel? My local liquor store bought their own barrel recently and they sell if for a lot less than the normal Four Roses Single Barrel. Really, really good stuff.

EGGATL

I have tried the Woodford Reserve but also prefer the Four Roses Single Barrel. That's funny my local store has their own barrel. Hinton's in Roswell Georgia.

ksmyrl

@eggatl mine is in Loganville, GA. Bundle up. Getting cold tonight in the ATL.

Dillonjm

I had a glass of Blanton's Single Barrel last night, one of my favorites. Also, been really liking Angel's Envy a lot lately. Their Bourbon and Rye are pretty damn good. But, you cant go wrong with Woodford...

CTMike

Pigwhistle Farms Rye is pretty tasty.