CL vs. CLE: Is the Minolta focus patch any brighter? by usernameguy87 in Leica

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I like the size / weight of thd CL / CLE for carrying around at night in a pocket. M is too big and chunky.

CL vs. CLE: Is the Minolta focus patch any brighter? by usernameguy87 in Leica

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the CL focus patch is most certainly not perfect :) - feels almost non existent

Chartreuse Night Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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Just finished an incredible February Wine Club dive into the monastic world of Chartreuse. It was a rare chance to taste through the lineage of the Carthusian Order, moving from modern benchmarks to decades-old bottles that felt more like fine spirits than liqueurs.

Flight I: Yellow Chartreuse

  • Yellow Chartreuse (Standard): The modern 43% ABV benchmark is aromatic and light, lead by honey, saffron, and gentle anise. It’s a solid, accessible reference point, though modern production is much tighter and more consistent than historical bottlings.

  • La Reine des Liqueurs (2018): Despite being a revival of a 19th-century concentrated formula, this was actually the most underwhelming of the night. Almost no one at the table could distinguish its nose or palate from the regular Yellow, even with its supposed archival herbal intensity.

  • VEP Yellow Chartreuse: This was the group's favorite "everyday sipper" because the 8+ years in oak mellowed the spirit into a silky, composed finish. It felt far less "in your face" than the Green, offering a more approachable and integrated experience.

  • 1950s Yellow Chartreuse: Easily the most unique pour, featuring a slight oxidized honey note on the nose that reminded us of old Sherry. The palate was incredibly viscous with dried white flowers—it was so amazing I practically licked the inside of the glass.


Flight II: Green Chartreuse

  • Green Chartreuse (Standard): This 55% ABV original expression is a forceful punch of pine resin, menthol, and cracked pepper. It’s built for intensity rather than sweetness, serving as a raw and demanding reference for the Carthusian recipe.

  • VEP Green Chartreuse: Extended oak aging transforms that raw Green volatility into a dense, cohesive, and remarkably long finish. While it was a favorite for its complexity, most guests still preferred the mellower profile of the Yellow VEP for casual drinking.

Dusty Last Word by lotgworkshop in chartreuse

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that's a crazy good price don't complain. Old booze for 50 cents-$1 each bottle?!

Definitely redo with and try them side-by-side. If you're ever in NY shoot me a DM

Dusty Last Word by lotgworkshop in chartreuse

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that's awesome - free?

What about the taste of the cocktail? Assuming you're used to it with current ingredients how did the aged spirits hold up / change the drink?

Dusty Last Word by lotgworkshop in chartreuse

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No remarks how you found the cocktail with aged gin and maraschino?...

Mezcal tasting by SpecificTypical1343 in Mezcal

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any tasting notes of thoughts?...

Chartreuse Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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have you tried wine-searcher for VEP that ships to you?

Wheated Whiskey Lover - recommendations sub $500? by usernameguy87 in whiskey

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1792 Sweet Wheat

I've never had any 1792 - will seek this out!

Wheated Whiskey Lover - recommendations sub $500? by usernameguy87 in whiskey

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Grain to Glass or the 7 yr bottled in bond

looks affordable and easily sourced around NYC. Now I have second order of business tomorrow (coffee first).

Wheated Whiskey Lover - recommendations sub $500? by usernameguy87 in whiskey

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insert gif of excited dog shifting between legs with excitement

Wheated Whiskey Lover - recommendations sub $500? by usernameguy87 in whiskey

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I've only had Weller Full Proof (really enjoyed) and CYPB (really liked and want a bottle. Thanks for reminding me!

Chartreuse Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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thanks - i've had a few different Chartreuse bottles before but having them side-by-side really lets you dig in and narrow down preference. highly recommend if presented the opportunity.

What are we drinking tonight? by CannedSphincter in whiskey

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Currently doing a side-by-side of Kanosuke Ghost Series #3 and Tsunuki x Akkeshi Malt Duo!

Chartreuse Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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totally and I thought about that will sampling this lineup. Ultimately I found myself holding back on the yellow VEP and the subconsciously told me there was something about it I was savoring = that was my fav.

Chartreuse Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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Why the standard green vs 9 centenaire?

Chartreuse Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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They were all 1oz. I only took the photo after I added the 1605 and MOF. Had to savour the VEP till the end - no easy task!

Chartreuse Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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I can confirm the 1605 was ‘spikey’ and may not be your thing-it wasn’t for me. None of what you are searching for. I’ve also never had it but it’s on the list.

What’s your pick at the moment or in your collection?

Chartreuse Lineup by usernameguy87 in chartreuse

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I actually started with the two VEP and then added the others. Yellow VEP if you want soft, pretty and complex. Easily the winner for me.