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Official PCF Whisk(e)y Thread (71 Viewers)

Semi new to the whiskey game. What are some recommended gift ideas (under $50) I should put on my list for Santa? Ive been drinking my Woodford out of any glass with 2 ice cubes. Need to step my game up.
  • Glass set
  • Old fashion supplies
  • Large ice cube mold
  • What else?
 
Also, the Old Forester 1897 is going fast, I love it. I am going to try and scoop up a few more of those today as well. Are there any other OF you guys recommend that are as good or better?
 
Big Jilm said:
Also, the Old Forester 1897 is going fast, I love it. I am going to try and scoop up a few more of those today as well. Are there any other OF you guys recommend that are as good or better?
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I have some on the way and can’t wait. Most love 1920 I believe
 
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Big Jilm said:
Also, the Old Forester 1897 is going fast, I love it. I am going to try and scoop up a few more of those today as well. Are there any other OF you guys recommend that are as good or better?
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If you can find their 150th Anniversary bottle buy it!
 
IaHawk said:
Semi new to the whiskey game. What are some recommended gift ideas (under $50) I should put on my list for Santa? Ive been drinking my Woodford out of any glass with 2 ice cubes. Need to step my game up.
  • Glass set
  • Old fashion supplies
  • Large ice cube mold
  • What else?
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Whisky snifter. I typically enjoy my whisky with a rock or two as well, but as your palate expands a nice snifter glass is a big plus. Nowadays whenever I try a new bottle, my first few glasses are always from a snifter.
 
Big Jilm said:
Also, the Old Forester 1897 is going fast, I love it. I am going to try and scoop up a few more of those today as well. Are there any other OF you guys recommend that are as good or better?
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1920 is my favorite Jim. Definitely one of the best bourbons for the money imo. 1910 is great also but has a lower proof point. Statesman is good but compared to the two above, has a lower price/performance ratio for me. All OF bottlings are good in my view. Your choice will depend if budget, proof preference and flavor profile.
 
Highli99 said:
Lol he said “I’m getting a hint of tree”
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I've watched quite a few of their videos. Very entertaining, and you may even learn something about bourbon.

This one got me thinking... I still haven't decided on my 5 bottles. I'm probably too new at the bourbon game to participate.

 
Saoliver said:
I've watched quite a few of their videos. Very entertaining, and you may even learn something about bourbon.

This one got me thinking... I still haven't decided on my 5 bottles. I'm probably too new at the bourbon game to participate.

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Dan and Sean are lots of fun. Their Tuesday night live streams are great, but I think they might be apart tonight due to Covid. Still fun, but nothing like when they're in the hut together. #TeamSean #StabDan
 
ChaosRock said:
1920 is my favorite Jim. Definitely one of the best bourbons for the money imo. 1910 is great also but has a lower proof point. Statesman is good but compared to the two above, has a lower price/performance ratio for me. All OF bottlings are good in my view. Your choice will depend if budget, proof preference and flavor profile.
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I agree. I prefer the 1920 over the 1910. You know I love high proof bourbons. I think the 1897 has a great flavor profile. As stated, you really can't go wrong with OF products.
 
Yield from the first 2 stores
Chillin with my breakfast burrito lurking in front of store #3
 

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Saoliver said:
I've watched quite a few of their videos. Very entertaining, and you may even learn something about bourbon.

This one got me thinking... I still haven't decided on my 5 bottles. I'm probably too new at the bourbon game to participate.

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Haha that reminds me of the “you need 5 firearms” type of video that led to a lot more than 5 until my unfortunate canoeing accident.
 
Highli99 said:
Haha that reminds me of the “you need 5 firearms” type of video that led to a lot more than 5 until my unfortunate canoeing accident.
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Ok, I think I have my 5 bottles but it is always subject to change.

The problem is, I've drank so much bad whiskey that my daily drinker and mixer are probably the same - Knob Creek. But, Early Times is probably my cheapo.

Old Forester 1920 or maybe OF Statesman is probably my "impress your friends."

ECBP is probably my Friday night, something with a little more kick...only because I don't have Stagg Jr. yet.

And Noah's Mill is my current "special occasion," because I only have two bourbons in the $85+ range -- Noah's Mill and Four Roses Single Barrel Barrel Strength. That's probably too strong for most people.
 
Store #1: "Haven't finished unpacking our order"
Store #2: Bookers, EC BP C920, OF States and OF 1897
Store #3: "Nothing cool today"
Store #4: "We get our shipments on Fridays" --- man I felt dumb, but I did get the OF 1920 here
Store #5: Buffalo Trace Single Barrel Select x 2
Store #6: "We reserve all antique for restaurants"

What I learned: I really only need to hit 2 stores in town because they get allocated more than any other stores in town and sell all of it to the public.

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I had a feeling I was going to run into a Weller 12 today. Not this time, but I am happy with the effort!
 
If you have any buddies in Massachusetts Kappys stores just got their allotment.
 

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