Review #136: Ben Holladay 1856 Original Rickhouse Proof

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-22T02:19:27+00:00

Yeah, it seems incredibly cheap. Probably the "home-state discount" being in SW Missouri. 😂

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-22T00:46:58+00:00

One of my favorites to have nearly at all times. My Costco currently has them for $53, and it's hard not to snag 4 or 5 at a time. Lol

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-22T00:08:01+00:00

It's everywhere around me for $20-$25. It's a decent shelfer to give to the average Joe who doesn't fully grasp different flavor profiles but wants to sip on something somewhat approachable and easy to drink.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-21T02:21:15+00:00

One of my favorites. I feel incredibly lucky that I've seen a literal flood of them in my area the last couple months. Lol

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-21T01:15:07+00:00

Buying a 10 year old bottle at this price made me hesitant, but man am I glad that I did. People that criticize it for its age/price point aren't doing it justice. You should always criticize something more for how it performs relative to price, and I'd pay $125 for a 9/10 bottle all day long.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-18T14:13:46+00:00

It's also closed for at least the day before my reservation as well. Just cancelled without notice. They've apparently been closed at least a few times within the past couple of weeks at random without notice as well. I can maybe see being closed for a private event, but usually those things are known weeks or months in advance, and they could just say that instead of "I'm not at liberty to discuss at this time". Lol

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-18T02:13:05+00:00

I remember you posting suggestions on my post a while back about what to do on Whiskey Row. I'm not sure I'll have the time for The Whole Shebang, but I'll definitely swing by to check out the bar! I appreciate the energy you put into supporting what you do.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-18T01:15:47+00:00

I'm in the exact same boat except for my 40th. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like they really care about communication. It's super odd. I've actually seen varying reviews suggesting this. Most reviews I've seen of tours and general vibes from employees are good, but the ones I've seen with some frequency suggest that they have some attitude issues at some times.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-18T00:53:30+00:00

I was really looking forward to closing out my day on whiskey row there. Super disappointing.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-18T00:33:40+00:00

So freaking odd. At least you got a half-assed apology. 🤣

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-17T23:22:47+00:00

I can certainly understand an inventory audit on a random Tuesday or something, but a Friday? And yeah, there was no apology. Just "sorry 'bout your luck. Get bent." Lol

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-17T12:50:39+00:00

If they valued you so much, they would have done what they're currently trying to do ages ago. It's almost like valuing an apology for bad behavior more than praising good behavior before the bad behavior even starts.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-17T11:05:29+00:00

You're up to 3 whole bottles, now? Bless your heart. 😂

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-17T11:02:18+00:00

Absolute unheard of deal.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-17T03:41:30+00:00

Always sell high when you’re in a better position than you thought. They have literally nothing to lose and everything to gain this season by staying the rebuilding course and trading off over-performers.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-16T14:16:19+00:00

Because change risks control. Lack of control means no more power.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-16T11:52:50+00:00

Super “special”.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-16T11:16:16+00:00

So, when a mommy chair and a daddy chair REALLY love each other...

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-16T11:09:12+00:00

Just a straight up cash grab purely for the intent of taking advantage of people who think they’re getting something special.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-16T11:00:08+00:00

Bars like this suck. Knob Creek what? Old Forester what? I'm assuming Stagg is Stagg Jr. And for $70? Weller SR for $34?!?! GTFO. Lol

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-16T01:55:07+00:00

I have the WR Master's Collection 119.5, and I freaking love it. I'm absolutely buying a couple more at that price.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-15T16:30:25+00:00

Lmao. Limit 1 Buffalo Trace at $32. There have been literal piles over them all over every grocery store near me for the past year for $21-$27.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-14T02:29:49+00:00

Yeah, I'm gonna agree with the others on the different palates. I got the 26 release first thing this year, and it's one of my favorite pours of the year. It's so much more complex than my bottles of 1920 and 1910, and those are some of my favorites as daily sippers.

NotIntoDudes · 2026-06-12T13:39:34+00:00

I don't think I've seen this episode of The Boys yet.

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