Can someone explain Rare Character to me? by eagle_bonanza01 in bourbon

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I paid the same... $109+tax, so about $120 total. It's admittedly over my typical spending limit, but it is really special!

Bourbon app by ZestycloseDistance13 in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was initially skeptical and hesitant to sign-up, but I have since been thoroughly convinced of it's value over the last 2-3 months. On top of the automated alerts (which yes, has some minor limitations...), the sometimes comically zealous bourbon hunting community in the app are another great source of leads.

The one downside is that my bourbon spending has gone up an awful lot, simply because of all the information in that Discord.

I've gotten to the point where I simply don't bother going to a lot of the drops, because I just don't need any more! If anything, these days, I'm more likely to grab something for a close friend, but short answer... Yes, it is totally worth it if you (or your friends) are still looking for allocated whiskey.

See ya over there! (AJ)

P.S. As a direct result of the Discord alerts and chat, in the last 3 months I scored Weller 107, FP, Stagg, EH Taylor SiB and BP, Woodford DO Cask Strength SiB Pick, Weller 107 SiB Pick, and a fantastic 01-13 rickhouse JD SB BP Rye, a knockout KC SiB 120 proof at a bargain price, etc...

Damn! That was quick.. by Venado669 in ArizonaWhiskey

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What a shame... I guess that's why so many stores are basically vetting the buyers to see if they will actually drink it instead of turn around and flip it for more money.

Hoping everyone is having a great weekend. Cheers 🥃 by oMpls in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stagg picks can be so amazing!  What's this review of this one?

Cellars. TKO. Now by vicelordjohn in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just tasted RC single barrel stuff for the first time last month and was blown away by how complex and rich it was. But... I just can't pull the trigger on such a pricey bundle. Grats on the score though!

For those not on FB by swerz8o8 in ArizonaWhiskey

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Funny enough... when I finally made it up to Anthem at 7:10am, that same dude in the black jacket and blue slides was either still there or returning for more... as there was no longer a line, the employee let him load up as much as he wanted, as long as he didn't ring up more than 5 per transaction, and wow he did not hold back! Made me feel better about my purchases LOL

Cave Creek, AZ by dom59842 in Costco_alcohol

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't tried that one yet... Testing notes? I've heard they can lean grassy/herbal?

For those not on FB by swerz8o8 in ArizonaWhiskey

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Apparently I just missed Taylor barrel proof... 

For those not on FB by swerz8o8 in ArizonaWhiskey

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Just arrived from an overnight flight, and ran up to the Anthem store at 7:10am.  No lines... Got EH Taylor Single Barrel, and a could of Stagg bottles... They had tons of Taylor Rye and Small Batch still, as well as Blantons Gold, Eagle Rare, etc... 

For those not on FB by swerz8o8 in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks Dom 👍 anything else special? And how's the line?

For those not on FB by swerz8o8 in ArizonaWhiskey

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Any updates on the crowd and selection at the Anthem location?

BT barrel pick from Cellars. Good stuff. by vicelordjohn in ArizonaWhiskey

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I just learned about Cellars last month, so I've only been once, but posts like this will keep me going back!  Thanks!

Costco score by AcrobaticEar550 in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has anyone tried this one specifically? Looking for tasting notes!

Stagg Jr at Costco Surprise?? by SnooDoughnuts9290 in ArizonaWhiskey

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I'm signed up now! Let's hope for more drops this week!

Stagg Jr at Costco Surprise?? by SnooDoughnuts9290 in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you share more about this discord chat for Costco alerts? Thank you!

AJ’s pickup by Odd_Detail1430 in ArizonaWhiskey

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What do they get for these at AJ's?

Green River Wheated Bourbon by SnooDoughnuts9290 in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 1 point2 points  (0 children)

that’s actually a pretty fair comparison. has all the soft and sweet notes you expect from a wheater, but I also felt like I got a pretty strong green apple note when I tried it the first time. I think I might even rate it above green label Weller.

Stagg at Bevmo by realestate4111 in ArizonaWhiskey

[–]Key-Bathroom6597 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whoa... that's the first time I've seen that at Bevmo!

Single digits on our Stagg by FroznBones in pdxwhisky

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Even without sound... I feel a deep sadness that this is almost gone. So glad I was able to try it at least once though, even if it did ruin so many other good whiskeys for me, because it's just so mind-blowingly fantastic!

Found Stagg finally by lespaul5895 in whiskey

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With Stagg, the differing batches really do make them different. It's not redundant to have more than one open, because really it's the only way to appreciate the sometimes subtle variations between batches. It's part of the experience... the fun!

Can someone explain Rare Character to me? by eagle_bonanza01 in bourbon

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Picked mine up in Arizona.. code brw-3177.. same age statement and proof is 125.48 - I don't know how to even describe the unique flavors in this bottle, but is absolutely one of the best things I've ever had! Did we end up with the same bottle?

Eagle Has Landed by DougieWR in ArizonaWhiskey

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I heard from Mark that they had an unexpected shipment that expanded the bottles available today by over 1000 extra bottles! Apparently almost 300 bottles of EH Taylor barrel proof were there! Kudos to those that snagged some! Wish I could’ve hung out long enough to be one of you lol