throet Posted September 7, 2021 Author Share Posted September 7, 2021 14 hours ago, throet said: Had a chance to try a few try a few new whiskies at Total Wine today and walked away with this Stellum. I had actually never even heard of it before, but apparently it is a more affordable ($54) version of Barrel whiskey. I really loved it on the nose and palate. Believe this is the highest corn content (99%) I've ever had in a whiskey, and that must really be to my liking. The finish carried through all the way home from the store, and at 115 proof, left a nice warm feeling in the gullet. Can't wait to really get into this one! I was mistaken about the mash bill on the Stellum bourbon. The 99% corn is only from one of three MGP sourced bourbons in this blend, the other two being high rye. Then there are additions from Tennessee and Kentucky blended in as well. Apparently there are bourbon selections on the market that are made from 100% corn, not to be confused with Corn Whiskey. Might seek out a bottle of the Balcones Texas Blue Corn Bourbon to see what that is all about. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted September 10, 2021 Share Posted September 10, 2021 Found these rare offerings at bad ass local gas station. None of the Spec's I went to had the founders editions. So far the High Ball Drifter is a bit sweet (for me) but overall really, really good beer. If you live around the dirty south, check this place out. Their selection is killer. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Beer+Geek/@30.1390254,-97.8475112,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x8596cac60a0386fc!8m2!3d30.1390254!4d-97.8475112 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntonioGG Posted September 10, 2021 Share Posted September 10, 2021 I always wondered about that gas station. It was on the way to my late MIL's place. We haven't been down there (or Valentina's BBQ) since we sold her place. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted September 14, 2021 Author Share Posted September 14, 2021 Post-ride refreshment 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 (edited) Keep the Oktoberfests coming! Hit up Altstadt Sunday while in Fredericksburg. Was pretty disappointed overall as all they had on tap, was what you could buy at any store. Place also felt like we were eating at a Bavarian Luby's. Chicken schnitzel was pretty good though. Edited September 14, 2021 by ATXZJ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinned elbows Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 I had the shiner octoberfest yesterday its pretty good..and just picked these up at twin liquors..fistful of bourbon on sale for 20 right now and I usually don't spend 20 on wine but when I do Brady is one of them ..out of California but owner is from hill country and says land is similar so played Bluebonnet homage Sent from my SM-A115AZ using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 (edited) More fest beers So far I didn't find the Mr Oktoberfest very good, but the Odell was really tasty. Edited September 16, 2021 by ATXZJ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted September 20, 2021 Author Share Posted September 20, 2021 (edited) Another trip to TW this weekend and picked up a couple of bourbons I hadn't yet tried. I've enjoyed the GD #12 on the rocks in the past, but hadn't tried any Dickel product since I started drinking whiskey neat. Saw both good and bad reviews on their new 8yr BOURBON (yes a Tennessee whiskey labeled bourbon). At $29 it was hard to go wrong. It's not bad tasting, but seems watered down to me. Has no chance of becoming a daily drinker when I can spend a bit more and get Four Roses Single Barrel. The Breckenridge 105 is actually really good and has that creamy mouth feel that I've grown to appreciate. I admittedly have not advanced my tasting skills enough to pick out specific flavors on the nose or palate, but I know when something smells and tastes appealing. Worth picking up for $52.99, but there may be better options at that price point. I'm by no means a whiskey connoisseur, but my collection is finally starting to grow, with 4 bourbons and 2 ryes in my cabinet right now. I'm at a point where I'm still trying new stuff, but also going back to the shelf for the value bottles that I know I'll love, like Four Roses Single Barrel and OF 1920. Edited September 20, 2021 by throet 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcarneytx Posted September 23, 2021 Share Posted September 23, 2021 This is delicious. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted September 23, 2021 Share Posted September 23, 2021 (edited) This Thirsty Planet Oktoberfest is pretty damn good. Very malty and smooth. Get it while you can boys! Edited September 23, 2021 by ATXZJ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 That thirsty is tough to find. Just picked some up at TW. Also grabbed this...... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinBike Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 I has some La Chouffe when we had a houseboat in Amsterdam for a week. It was parked on a canal across from the Zoo and we'd have morning coffee on the deck, listening to the elephants. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notyal Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 13 hours ago, ATXZJ said: That thirsty is tough to find. Just picked some up at TW. Also grabbed this...... That is just precious. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted September 27, 2021 Author Share Posted September 27, 2021 On 9/22/2021 at 7:01 PM, jcarneytx said: This is delicious. Where can this be found? Would love to try it out if still available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted September 28, 2021 Author Share Posted September 28, 2021 On 9/2/2021 at 8:01 PM, throet said: Tonight I'm tapping a couple of sister products - Russel Reserve Single Barrel Rye and WT Rare Breed Rye. Slight nod to the Rare Breed Rye, but both are damn good IMO. This guy came to the same conclusion as me but with a much better ability to explain the differences. I had initially subscribed to a dozen or so of these whiskey reviewers on YT, but have since dropped all but a few, including this guy, whose no-nonsense approach and keen insights shine through. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 I was also watching quite a few whisky reviewers at one point. Now I only watch Ralfy--and not even every episode. I probably look forward to his Extras more than his reviews. The prize for worse whisky YouTube goes to the ATX local Whiskey Tribe. The only thing worse and more annoying than them, is their fans. I'm pretty sure they're all PewDiePie fans. I'm currently doing a working/bike trip to view our new BrokenArrow facility. 5 consecutive days of riding that kicked off with DORBA's JudgmentDay. (Turns out a 111 mile trail ride is a tough way to start a trip.) But the relevant thing is my go-bar. I've included a couple of my favorite cheap travel whiskies, including Wee Beastie and EW BIB. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shinerider Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 I do like the Evan Williams. Even the 80 proof stuff is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted September 28, 2021 Author Share Posted September 28, 2021 2 hours ago, Barry said: Now I only watch Ralfy Thanks. Hadn't seen him yet. Just subscribed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 1 hour ago, throet said: Thanks. Hadn't seen him yet. Just subscribed. Nice. Now you only have about 900 reviews to catch up on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 Last round at the brewery before heading into Sober October😬 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 Waiting for December on this one. Should be good! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted October 1, 2021 Author Share Posted October 1, 2021 If I could pick anybody in the world to be my neighbor, it would probably be this guy. He comes across more as an expert mixologist / old school bartender than a whiskey connoisseur, but still does plenty of whiskey reviews. I like the way he doesn't try too hard to pull every flavor note out of what he samples, instead just giving an opinion on whether he enjoys it or not, and why. He's also good about sharing his opinion on what not to waste your money on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted October 1, 2021 Share Posted October 1, 2021 This one's pretty damn good, especially considering the brewery. Way more boozy flavor than expected from a marzen. Got mine at HEB 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bestbike85 Posted October 1, 2021 Share Posted October 1, 2021 (edited) The tide is turning. Bourbon weather is upon us. Edited October 1, 2021 by bestbike85 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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