After tasting the whiskey for myself I watched a few reviews some were down on the whiskey. I thoroughly enjoyed the whiskey and got a lot out of it. I really enjoyed your review as I had a lot of the same notes as you. It is a very enjoyable whiskey and at a price point of $32 in my area and $25 in some it is unbeatable.
Hi Peter, I think a lot of people, including many reviewers, drink with their minds and not their palates. They are as influenced by the media of the day as ever. I’m glad you enjoyed it! Wow those prices are incredible. Cheers Peter! ps Check out my 1792 Full Proof review: ua-cam.com/video/Rk_GjCsJL_I/v-deo.html
Thanks for commenting Mark! Great name. I really appreciate it, I'm still learning, but if you gleaned a little extra from my review, then it's all worth it. Cheers, Mark
Great review. It's an older video, but I'm giving it a try right now and you hit it just right with what I'm experiencing of it. You also confirmed what I thought was going on with the mash, except I had no idea of a sweet mash concept. Thanks
Agreed that it's definitely a good buy here in the US. I believe I paid $28 -- tough to find a decent single malt for anywhere even close to that price point. It easily rivals bourbons twice the price.
Thanks for your comments and support! I had some again last night - it is a classy bourbon, isn't it?I will definitely be looking for their new release. Many thanks, Mark
Sipping on this one again tonight and appreciating how good it is. I recently got a bottle of Stagg Jr. and Elijah Craig Barrel Proof... and this one is still better balanced and, all things considered, possibly more enjoyable. Certainly a good value. Not sure how much batch-to-batch variation there is (it is a "small batch", is it not?) but I find a lot of reviews out there to be inordinately harsh.
" Peach, vanila, Sweet treat, spice....". This info really helps me in deciding to buy 1 this week (sale). I will take a break from wine sometimes, and sip scotch, cognac , rum, OR BOURBON during the winter night in Alberta, Canada. Cheers with responsibility from the beginner lady.,. Thanks..
This is about $30 in Texas. So, upper middle shelf. In the same price point as Elijah Craig 12 year. I'd say top shelf bourbons start at about $40-$50. Anything breaking $60 tends to be either a special release, or from a craft distiller. This was the first liquor I ever had. It's good stuff, and I do keep coming back to it. I have a single barrel bottling right now, and it's so light that it's almost anemic. It's the most gentle bourbon I've had, and I enjoy it quite a bit. Glad to see you enjoying it! Although, the older bottle (when it was still called 1792 Ridgemont Reserve) was a bit nicer. This is still classy, but it's not quite as eye-grabbing. Same delicious whiskey though!
Thank you for another great review of a fantastic whiskey. I have to agree with you on that this is an outstanding example of great Bourbon. I have a bottle I bought at the PX on Camp Casey, which I paid $30. I go back and forth in thinking that I love Bourbon or Scotch more, which is a great thing to be confused about ;)...I guess I will have to continue to taste all whiskies to finally know the answer. BTW, we still need to get together sometime soon to compare whisky notes and collections.
Hi Joe! Thanks again for the comment. This allows the right amount of oxidation for the whisky. It seems more oxidation is needed for older whisky. Try an experiment - pour a glass of 12 year old, and then set it aside covered. After 12 minutes pour another glass. Compare them for taste and smell. Here is an excellent article from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society: www.smws.com.au/whisky-breathe/ - I’ll try to address this in my next recording. You’ll see Rocky more often in 2018 reviews. He can’t always join the fun! Cheers🥃🥃🥃 Mark
That is a very informative article. I've seen some reviewers cover the glass which I think would trap the alcohol fumes? Either way, I've noticed a difference after resting the dram for a few minutes or more. More Rocky! It's funny that I let my dog smell my glass before drinking it also. (he usually hates it)
Glad you liked it. I think the older the whisky the more likely I would be to covering the glass. Haha glad i’m not the only one letting the dog have a sniff! Mark
There are not two dozen identifiable tastes and smells associated with 1792. I'm in the middle of a bottle and you know what? It tastes and smells like bourbon. 1792 goes straight down the line between sweet and dry. It has the feel of a classic formula and taste, not trying to ape the many newer bourbon brands that skew toward caramel taste and feel in the mouth. Those I find intolerable in a long drinking session, though they can be interesting for one shot. No, 1792 is a smooth, all day, all night card game glass at the elbow friend. It does well with a tablespoon of water or an ice cube to lose the alcohol vapors and just enjoy the flavor. I don't disagree with the rating (though I think reviewers ratings are tipped up in general). I mean, if you're going to rate 1792 at 91, it leaves you only 9 points to differentiate whiskeys selling for thousands of dollars. We can't solve that here. 1792 is an excellent value-for-the-dollar bourbon of commendable neutral flavor that does not force a personality on you or become tiring with extended consumption. Good stuff, handsome bottle. I'm trying to figure out a use for it when I finish. ----------------- And WhiskeyWhistle: 6 minutes from start till first sniff? Too long my friend. Tighten up the presentation or edit the file. But thanks for the review. -------------------------------- I'm curious about Korea. What the hell are you doing there? And tell us about availability for bourbon, Can you shop civilian stores, or must you go to military base stores?
Hi PalJoey1957, Thanks for the epic comment! Additionally, thanks for your subscription. Regarding your queries, allow me to respond in reverse as I've just poured another glass of 1792 to sip and ponder as I write. I came here at age 30 in 2005 to experience Asian culture and learn the language. For work, I got the most widely available job - teaching English. Two years and some in, I met my wife, and we started a family. Our third was born this year. I am still an ESL instructor, albeit a better one at a major university, but that's neither here nor there. We are looking to move to Canada in 2 years or so. Basic bourbon is widely available, with more interesting brands available at specialty shops or wine shops. I'm sure the bases have nice selections but haven't been yet. I was told today by a small fine spirits shop owner that more and more folk are asking for bourbon and more and more is becoming available. I saw Old St Nick? for sale in two different shops. Thanks for the suggestion, I'll try and tighten up the opening. -I'm still adjusting format - I really want the pour on display - and I like the glass to breathe a little. Maybe a little edit is the answer. 91 - I stand by the score. i gave the older (previous previous) bottling of Wild Turkey 101 the same score. I think I prefer 101 but just because of the strength and therefore value. Both are decidedly better imho than Knob Creek 120. You're right, perhaps the plethora of aged and super-duper-premium bourbon may see 92-99 with lots of occupants. Tasting this again now I also recomfirm my tasting notes. This time (almost end of bottle) it's more apply than peachy neat though the peach and caramel really come through with water and time. A little more licorice spice this time. I should have decanted the remainder into a smaller container! Oh well. Lots to try out there. Today I picked up Gentlemen Jack as a request from another subscriber - so that will be coming up - I also found an old Crown Royal 15 Year Old, and the old strangely bottled Tomintoul 12 YO. Don't think I can splurge on that Old St Nick, but please give me a suggestion! I really appreciate all you wrote. Dunno how I wrote so much myself. Oh our love of whisky. Cheers my friend, Mark
After tasting the whiskey for myself I watched a few reviews some were down on the whiskey. I thoroughly enjoyed the whiskey and got a lot out of it. I really enjoyed your review as I had a lot of the same notes as you. It is a very enjoyable whiskey and at a price point of $32 in my area and $25 in some it is unbeatable.
Hi Peter, I think a lot of people, including many reviewers, drink with their minds and not their palates. They are as influenced by the media of the day as ever. I’m glad you enjoyed it! Wow those prices are incredible.
Cheers Peter!
ps Check out my 1792 Full Proof review: ua-cam.com/video/Rk_GjCsJL_I/v-deo.html
Very well done review!! You are truly a connisieur sir, and as I have just started getting into Bourbon, you have taught me a lot!
Thanks for commenting Mark! Great name. I really appreciate it,
I'm still learning, but if you gleaned a little extra from my review, then it's all worth it.
Cheers,
Mark
Great review. It's an older video, but I'm giving it a try right now and you hit it just right with what I'm experiencing of it. You also confirmed what I thought was going on with the mash, except I had no idea of a sweet mash concept. Thanks
Thanks very much for the comment, deanxxi! I hear the single barrel is very nice.
Cheers🥃🥃🥃
Mark
You rock. Love the pocket kerchief. Dorgy, Don and John!
Thank you kindly, gents!!so glad you tuned in! Fantastic FT as well.
Agreed that it's definitely a good buy here in the US. I believe I paid $28 -- tough to find a decent single malt for anywhere even close to that price point. It easily rivals bourbons twice the price.
Thanks for your comments and support! I had some again last night - it is a classy bourbon, isn't it?I will definitely be looking for their new release.
Many thanks,
Mark
That's insanely cheap. It's $62 Cdn in Canada, equivalent to US$50!
+Fred Lee I know...and then our good ol governments add a little sales tax. It's really sad. Let's hope changes are made soon!
Sipping on this one again tonight and appreciating how good it is. I recently got a bottle of Stagg Jr. and Elijah Craig Barrel Proof... and this one is still better balanced and, all things considered, possibly more enjoyable. Certainly a good value. Not sure how much batch-to-batch variation there is (it is a "small batch", is it not?) but I find a lot of reviews out there to be inordinately harsh.
American Bourbon is so dann expensive in Canada.
" Peach, vanila, Sweet treat, spice....". This info really helps me in deciding to buy 1 this week (sale). I will take a break from wine sometimes, and sip scotch, cognac , rum, OR BOURBON during the winter night in Alberta, Canada. Cheers with responsibility from the beginner lady.,. Thanks..
Thanks, Van Young!
If you find it, I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Cheers🥃🥃🥃🥃
Mark
Glad I got the 1.75 l
BrandonSL500 goodness gracious! I would be as well. Thanks for sharing🥃🥃🥃🥃
Mark
The % of Rye is around 15 to 20 percents. Excellent for rye liking.
Great info, Van Young! I really liked that one.
Cheers🥃🥃🥃🥃
Mark
This is about $30 in Texas. So, upper middle shelf. In the same price point as Elijah Craig 12 year. I'd say top shelf bourbons start at about $40-$50. Anything breaking $60 tends to be either a special release, or from a craft distiller.
This was the first liquor I ever had. It's good stuff, and I do keep coming back to it. I have a single barrel bottling right now, and it's so light that it's almost anemic. It's the most gentle bourbon I've had, and I enjoy it quite a bit. Glad to see you enjoying it!
Although, the older bottle (when it was still called 1792 Ridgemont Reserve) was a bit nicer. This is still classy, but it's not quite as eye-grabbing. Same delicious whiskey though!
+Vykk Draygo great to hear from you as always. That's a price I could get used to! Looks like I need a USA trip this summer haha.
All the best,
Mark
Thank you for another great review of a fantastic whiskey. I have to agree with you on that this is an outstanding example of great Bourbon. I have a bottle I bought at the PX on Camp Casey, which I paid $30. I go back and forth in thinking that I love Bourbon or Scotch more, which is a great thing to be confused about ;)...I guess I will have to continue to taste all whiskies to finally know the answer.
BTW, we still need to get together sometime soon to compare whisky notes and collections.
Why wait 1 minute per year aged? btw, where's Rocky?
Hi Joe! Thanks again for the comment. This allows the right amount of oxidation for the whisky. It seems more oxidation is needed for older whisky. Try an experiment - pour a glass of 12 year old, and then set it aside covered. After 12 minutes pour another glass. Compare them for taste and smell. Here is an excellent article from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society: www.smws.com.au/whisky-breathe/ - I’ll try to address this in my next recording. You’ll see Rocky more often in 2018 reviews. He can’t always join the fun!
Cheers🥃🥃🥃
Mark
That is a very informative article. I've seen some reviewers cover the glass which I think would trap the alcohol fumes? Either way, I've noticed a difference after resting the dram for a few minutes or more. More Rocky! It's funny that I let my dog smell my glass before drinking it also. (he usually hates it)
Glad you liked it. I think the older the whisky the more likely I would be to covering the glass. Haha glad i’m not the only one letting the dog have a sniff!
Mark
There are not two dozen identifiable tastes and smells associated with 1792. I'm in the middle of a bottle and you know what? It tastes and smells like bourbon. 1792 goes straight down the line between sweet and dry. It has the feel of a classic formula and taste, not trying to ape the many newer bourbon brands that skew toward caramel taste and feel in the mouth. Those I find intolerable in a long drinking session, though they can be interesting for one shot. No, 1792 is a smooth, all day, all night card game glass at the elbow friend.
It does well with a tablespoon of water or an ice cube to lose the alcohol vapors and just enjoy the flavor.
I don't disagree with the rating (though I think reviewers ratings are tipped up in general). I mean, if you're going to rate 1792 at 91, it leaves you only 9 points to differentiate whiskeys selling for thousands of dollars. We can't solve that here.
1792 is an excellent value-for-the-dollar bourbon of commendable neutral flavor that does not force a personality on you or become tiring with extended consumption. Good stuff, handsome bottle. I'm trying to figure out a use for it when I finish.
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And WhiskeyWhistle: 6 minutes from start till first sniff? Too long my friend. Tighten up the presentation or edit the file. But thanks for the review.
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I'm curious about Korea. What the hell are you doing there? And tell us about availability for bourbon, Can you shop civilian stores, or must you go to military base stores?
Hi PalJoey1957,
Thanks for the epic comment! Additionally, thanks for your subscription. Regarding your queries, allow me to respond in reverse as I've just poured another glass of 1792 to sip and ponder as I write.
I came here at age 30 in 2005 to experience Asian culture and learn the language. For work, I got the most widely available job - teaching English. Two years and some in, I met my wife, and we started a family. Our third was born this year. I am still an ESL instructor, albeit a better one at a major university, but that's neither here nor there. We are looking to move to Canada in 2 years or so.
Basic bourbon is widely available, with more interesting brands available at specialty shops or wine shops. I'm sure the bases have nice selections but haven't been yet. I was told today by a small fine spirits shop owner that more and more folk are asking for bourbon and more and more is becoming available. I saw Old St Nick? for sale in two different shops.
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll try and tighten up the opening. -I'm still adjusting format - I really want the pour on display - and I like the glass to breathe a little. Maybe a little edit is the answer.
91 - I stand by the score. i gave the older (previous previous) bottling of Wild Turkey 101 the same score. I think I prefer 101 but just because of the strength and therefore value. Both are decidedly better imho than Knob Creek 120. You're right, perhaps the plethora of aged and super-duper-premium bourbon may see 92-99 with lots of occupants.
Tasting this again now I also recomfirm my tasting notes. This time (almost end of bottle) it's more apply than peachy neat though the peach and caramel really come through with water and time. A little more licorice spice this time. I should have decanted the remainder into a smaller container! Oh well. Lots to try out there.
Today I picked up Gentlemen Jack as a request from another subscriber - so that will be coming up - I also found an old Crown Royal 15 Year Old, and the old strangely bottled Tomintoul 12 YO. Don't think I can splurge on that Old St Nick, but please give me a suggestion!
I really appreciate all you wrote. Dunno how I wrote so much myself. Oh our love of whisky.
Cheers my friend,
Mark
:)