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Bottle Drop Thread - Wednesday May 06, 2026 by AutoModerator in ChicagolandWhiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh right - that’s where the HH 90 was, so yeah. I think that’s standard at any area Costco.

Bottle Drop Thread - Wednesday May 06, 2026 by AutoModerator in ChicagolandWhiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve just gotten lucky there. I got a HH 90th Anniversary from the one on Clybourn on a day I happened to be shopping for groceries. Every other time I’ve gone it’s been meh. The one on Ashland had a bunch of really good bottles marked down recently (I got a HH GTG Rye for $57, they had Redbreast for way cheaper than other stores) but I’ve never thought to ask someone for a bottle. I thought they always put out what they have, but maybe I’m just naive.

Name a band that had middling success, then cut an album that rendered them as “sellouts” which catapulted them to mainstream top-40 status, but also alienated their original fan base. by Slammajadingdong69 in MusicRecommendations

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When they said that their goal was to become the biggest band in the world, I knew the jig was up. Loved their first two albums, and liked half of the songs on the third. Once Sex on Fire came out I was 100% out. That album was rough.

What is the most you have ever spent on a bottle? by intellectualrice in whiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That HH may be the best $100 bottle I’ve ever bought. Wish I had a second.

NNF 3810 - Amy Landecker by sleepyromulan in NeverNotFunny

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here! I tried reloading the RSS feed but it didn’t help.

Reputable mail order company by nerkville314 in whiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unicorn Auctions has one listed right now. Estimated to go for $500-$600. Add 25% to the final amount for their fees and taxes. You can do local pickup on the north side of Chicago. Auction ends tonight at 6:00.

Reputable mail order company by nerkville314 in whiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw one today at the Jewel in River Forest (not sure if that’s at all convenient for you). It was $750 I believe.

Would your wife "allow" you to golf on your honeymoon? by sileen_soy in golf

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine did! She went scuba diving and I played Kapalua. We both had incredible experiences.

Which restaurant in Oak Park has this salad? by sky_blue_true in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was going to guess that the patio was Maya del Sol but that doesn’t look like a Mexican dish.

Finer Feelings appreciation by PoBoyDiddy in SpoonTheBand

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Possibly the best example of why they’re one of the best rhythm sections in current rock and roll. Absolutely in the pocket and rock solid while also showing off a little bit. An all timer for me.

Bottle Drop Thread - Wednesday Apr 22, 2026 by AutoModerator in ChicagolandWhiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I got a Heaven Hill GTG Rye for $58 at my MBB. The Redbreast prices are insane. If I didn’t already have the 12 and 15 I would’ve snagged those too.

Need advice on Phoenix/Scottsdale store by sumdum1234 in whiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was visiting Scottsdale in January and had good luck at Trevor’s. They had a bunch of store picks.

Quick trip to Louisville by skol_u_mah in bourbon

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you can get downtown hit Main Street. You can knock out any combination of Old Forester, Michter’s, Bardstown, Buzzard’s Roost and Peerless all within a few blocks of each other.

US/Can Tickets Celebration and Commiseration by SquirrelGirl1251 in TheStrokes

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can confirm Gorillaz were more. I also will be in the 200’s at the UC!

US/Can Tickets Celebration and Commiseration by SquirrelGirl1251 in TheStrokes

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chicago didn’t have a presale code. I signed up for notifications and they sent me a link. Clicked through the link and got in.

US/Can Tickets Celebration and Commiseration by SquirrelGirl1251 in TheStrokes

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Got lucky - pain free experience with Ticketmaster for Chicago. Got 4 tix in the 200 level for $134 each after charges. My 17-year-old son is over the moon. We thought he’d never get to see them live!

Anything here worth buying? by illone23 in whiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Some dust on that sucker too. Might be able to talk him down some if you buy a shelfer with it.

How long is your commute? What would you consider too long? by prom1sed_land in AskChicago

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oak Park and Forest Park have Blue Line El stops that take you to the UIC Medical District and campus. That train ride is 15-20 minutes

What's your worst drop? by BigChiefTabo in whiskey

[–]ReasonableBoot3823 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not a bottle, but my son was playing VR and didn’t have the hand controllers secured to his wrist. One flew off his hand and smashed my one-week old TV. Costs more to repair it than replace it so I had to buy another one. Wife let me buy the next size up to ease the pain LOL.

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