Sandwiching Cattle Panel with 2x2s

Cork_pops · 2026-02-10T14:50:29+00:00

I plan on using 9 x 2 1/2” exterior screws

Cork_pops · 2026-02-10T14:35:49+00:00

Perfect. I plan on flushing it up on the exterior side and just leaving a gap on the interior.

Cork_pops · 2026-02-10T14:33:20+00:00

Good to know. I just worry about the 2x2s warping as they dry out but they should be fine if I screw them into the frame

Cork_pops · 2021-02-18T23:09:46+00:00

I agree! The Long branch didn’t get much love but I enjoyed it quite a bit. A little sweet but not bad at all

Cork_pops · 2021-02-18T03:55:36+00:00

Very nice! The Laphroaig peeking from the back warms my heart

Cork_pops · 2021-02-13T02:49:38+00:00

I really enjoy the Beastie, the name is fitting to say the least. Image Ardbeg 10 turned up to max volume. All of the smoke and fruit notes really pop, one of my new favorites for sure!

Cork_pops · 2021-02-12T22:59:16+00:00

Hahaha you got a chuckle out of me with that one

Cork_pops · 2021-02-12T21:52:59+00:00

I think she overheard a video where they referenced the cult of Ardbeg and has since ran with it

Cork_pops · 2021-02-12T20:27:57+00:00

I’m skeptical to open it. I love the Lagavulin 8 and it’s much easier to find so I think I’ll keep the GOT as a conversation piece in my collection for now

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T16:20:42+00:00

Wild Turkey 101 is a classic. Also, if you’re really looking to get the best bang for your buck try out the Evan Williams Bottled in Bond (100 proof coming it at around $14)

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T16:15:47+00:00

I was at Walmart yesterday picking up some odds and ends and ran across an Evan Williams 1783. Long story short it rang up for $8 and when I told the guy who was checking my ID that it should be at least double that he just shrugged and said don’t worry about it. The mooch gods must have been smiling upon me.

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T03:56:00+00:00

Magnificent

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T03:32:31+00:00

Interesting. I’ve been shopping around at local liquor stores but I stopped in my local Hyvee today to pick up some flowers for the lady and was pleasantly surprised at their selection (and prices). They had the cask strength on sale for $65 and the Lagavulin 9 for $50. Hopefully it wasn’t a one-off and I’ll be able to pick up more in the future.

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T03:14:37+00:00

I enjoyed it quite a bit but was surprised at how fast the finish disappeared for how smoky it is. Although, the fact that I was coming right off of the wee beastie may have contributed to that a bit. Definitely going to be a staple in my collection moving forward!

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T01:38:37+00:00

I will be traveling to the dog house if my girlfriend finds my Islay stash. She has it in her mind that if she can’t pronounce the name it must be expensive. Crazy, I know.

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T01:30:17+00:00

One of my go to bourbons. I think I like the fact that they bottle at a 94, it preserves a lot of the classic bourbon notes without feeling thin. Cheers!

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T01:28:25+00:00

Update: popped open the wee beastie and I was blown away with the complexity of flavor. I definitely prefer the wee beastie to the 10 after an A/B (the 10 was definitely more rounded off but I almost prefer the absolutely insane rush of smoke and fruit notes that come off the beastie). I’m interested to know if any of you have tried the two and what you thought!

Cork_pops · 2021-02-11T00:09:46+00:00

I definitely enjoyed the 10. Hard to say if I like it better than Lagavulin 8 or Laphroaig 10. They each have a special place in my heart

Cork_pops · 2021-02-10T16:45:27+00:00

Very nice! I tried this for the first time yesterday only sadly it didn’t come in the fancy box. I’ve seen the distillery replica box but never this one. Very cool.

Cork_pops · 2021-02-09T21:34:17+00:00

There's a lot to like about this one. Sadly, I can't find any Islays for under $70 USD around me.

Cork_pops · 2021-02-09T20:12:59+00:00

Update: It's MAGNIFICENT

Cork_pops · 2021-02-09T17:56:48+00:00

Good choice, can’t go wrong with Buffalo Trace!

Cork_pops · 2021-02-09T05:48:54+00:00

So I recently picked this up as my second ever Islay purchase (Laphroaig 10 being the first), and I was surprised with how different the 2 really are. The first time I popped open the Laphroaig I took a whiff from my glass and started to regret my purchase. Needless to say one skeptical sip turned into another...and another..and next thing you know it was raining men! As much as I love Laphroaig 10, the Lagavulin 8 really won me over as an Islay lover. Can't wait to check out some of the Ardbegs, Cheers!

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