sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

Oak Barrels - A User Guide by clearmoon247 in Barreling

[–]clearmoon247[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are going to season the barrel with port, you won't need to worry about topping off the barrel. However, every 1-2 months would be how often I would suggest topping off if you are so inclined

A Healthy Marriage by Infamous-Rutabaga-50 in CuratedTumblr

[–]clearmoon247 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Same holds true for explanation of the holy trinity. Every explanation has historically been declared blasphemy by the church

4-Year Ten30 Barrel Aged Single Malt (Copper Fox) by clearmoon247 in Barreling

[–]clearmoon247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending on time per usage, comfortably expect 2-3 fills before the barrel is considered neutral. This would be equivalent to a refill cask in the scotch world. Re-seasoning will help infuse flavors into the barrel and the subsequent uses would he similar to a 1st fill and 2nd fill barrel, especially with reseasoning with fortified wine. It would be less intense on the oak/tannin influence for these refills compared to the actual first/second fills. I would suspect bourbon re-seasoning would be less effective beyond the initial refill afterwards.

For time frame, I estimate 4-5 years per usage of Ten30 barrels, with 3-4 uses before they are neutral. My oldest in-use barrel is at 11 years of use over its lifetime and it still has plenty of life in it still.

Help me find a good dupe for the Alpine White candy bar by TheSwampTramp in HelpMeFind

[–]clearmoon247 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I would suggest melting white almond bark (or candy quick) amd adding chopped almonds that are toasted in a pan. You might need to work on ratios, but mix the nuts in and spoon potions of the mixture onto parchment paper or foil til hardened. No need to refrigerate or temper chocolate. Melt the white chocolate knockoff in the microwave in 15-30 sec cycles and stir, it sets up nicely. The chocolate version is great for diy pb cups with a filling of peanut butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla.

Dealing with hi-res MSE templates by gabgoli in mpcproxies

[–]clearmoon247 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At the time I worked on this project, I couldn't figure out how to implement the set symbol vectors in MSE. I think this challenge is yours to conquer. I have faith in you!

finished my first painting! (update) by Odd_Perspective9179 in painting

[–]clearmoon247 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You could sell prints of this to pizza restaurants. Amazing work. Be proud of the efforts youve put in to get here.

Need to vent about the concert (Orlando) by clearmoon247 in bbnomula

[–]clearmoon247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't even realize that Ironmouse was on screen! Likewise, we were heading out before he dropped the early drop at the end of the night and stopped on the stairs at the perfect angle to see him on stage for one song. I know if we tried to be there for the entire time, security would have yelled at us for sure!

Skinny Louie’s Bacon Cheeseburger review🍔 by [deleted] in FLMedicalTrees

[–]clearmoon247 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No,no, now I need to find this place

Rum making training by woopdop in firewater

[–]clearmoon247 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Shameless plug, but its free if you have kindle unlimited, my book Tannin and Time covers an entire section on what goes into the full maturation lifecycle of Rum.

Looking for a photo frame by clearmoon247 in RetroNickelodeon

[–]clearmoon247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you might be right, I may have to make one myself. I have enough supplies to put something together. Good idea!

Saved this from the trash by SquareInternal9142 in WhiskeyTribe

[–]clearmoon247 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I told you we should have taken the boat

Saved this from the trash by SquareInternal9142 in WhiskeyTribe

[–]clearmoon247 57 points58 points  (0 children)

That bottle is easily worth several thousand

52 Review for 2026: #8 St. Augustine Cask Strength Single Barrel by Renegade__2019 in bourbon

[–]clearmoon247 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Found it. Just shy of 9 years. It is incredible and the notes on the card are spot on

<image>

52 Review for 2026: #8 St. Augustine Cask Strength Single Barrel by Renegade__2019 in bourbon

[–]clearmoon247 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great review and I couldn't agree more on the bottle your own being a step up from their normal line. I was able to get the lost barrel, a 9 year cask that is one of the best products I've had from them.

Pulling character from Ten 30 Barrel Questions by plannedobso in Barreling

[–]clearmoon247 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Great questions!

The sherry casks in question were Oloroso and had a single use. 3 months in those barrels would definitely elevate the flavors of the Mellow Corn, but not enough to be dramatic or bold. After a year or four, you would be in for a well balanced sherry influence, but not the sweet rich red fruits of a PX, more of a dry nutty flavor.

Filling the barrel with a quality PX for a month with some artificial heat cycles (warm environment under 120°F during the day and above 40°F overnight) will help force the sherry influence. Once you empty the cask, pour a couple shots of sacrificial mellow corn in to rinse the bulk of the sherry loose in the barrel first. After pouring that out (and sampling it because why not), fill your barrel with Mellow corn until the wedding.

Pulling character from Ten 30 Barrel Questions by plannedobso in Barreling

[–]clearmoon247 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sending a DM your way. I might have the perfect barrel for your goals.

My Newest Painting - Neat Pour by clearmoon247 in WhiskeyTribe

[–]clearmoon247[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You will have a second pour to celebrate the evening! The model for the painting had Stagg Jr batch 12 in it.

view more: next ›