My wife and I love AE so this was a must grab. It's only a once a year thing so why not haha. Registered the code on the card that comes with it and they sent us a piece of a barrel that was used for the Cask Strength bottles. I remember subscribing to this channel around a year or so ago and there were only 11K subscribers I believe and to see it reach 25K is pretty neat. Congratulations!
Yeah $190 is alot, but worth it. IT keeps the secondary prices in check. Packaging is 10/10, quality is 10/10, conversation piece 10/10. With the limited availability on this, if they sold it for $100 it would all get bought up and be on secondary for $300 if not more. Also, this is available and can be bought at retail. BTAC is not available at retail.
i had the 2016 release and its one of my favorite bottles ive ever had, and it evolved in the bottle; the neck pour was the worst nip out of the thing and it was pretty damn good, and the thing you say about getting something new every time you go back was absolutely my experience; the 2016 one was all fruit (red grapes, pineapple, oranges) wow it was so good (side note im huge into wine casks AND huge into overproof so i might be a demographic of one)
It good and yes it is a little more expensive than other but unlike them if you can afford it and want to try a good finish bourbon I can definitely recommend this one
I have had a few pours of the 2017 Angel's Envy Cask Strength and it is really good! I agree about the price point though, it's not an easy decision to make to throw down that much cash on one bottle. Great review as always!
Maybe with the high price they are trying to eliminate the secondary market for it. If they sold it for $125 it would probably get bought up and be selling for $250 on the secondary market. I think Casters had it listed for about $400 at one point.
If you don’t wanna pay for the box, try and find a store pick. They are usually around 105 to 115 proof and it’s just a bottle of no box and they usually run about 100 bucks. Way better value in my opinion and as beautiful as the boxes it’s just not worth the extra basically $100 just for a box. Although I will say that especially for people that aren’t enthralled in the scene wooden box with the beautiful engravings definitely catches peoples attention and creates a better experience just on the expectation set by such a beautiful box
Found a nice alternative to the Cask Strength that should please the proof lovers. Total Wine store pick at 108 proof.. To me it is the perfect balance and certainly better than the standard 86.6.
Adding a few drops and waiting for 10 minutes is a thing? Usually I’ll add one drop and give it a swirl. I’ve heard less is more with the water droplets. Would you recommend the 10 minute wait and why?
Off a blind tasting email I sent last month, if this whiskey was a blind and then you separately have this uncorking you can compare your comments between the 2 in the episode when you learn what the blind bourbons were.
Extremely good. Totally on a different level of flavor of anything I have tried. Kinda overpowering in flavor. Some to hit once a month or so to really be like WOW!
So, that’s what was in the box? Kevin Spacey sent Brad Pitt a bottle of Angel’s Envy? ...But he seemed so upset... Brad Pitt must not like Port finished Bourbon very much. I consider a bottle of whiskey a great gift, so his response seems like an overreaction to me. But, what do I know? Hollywood, am I right?
"Because I envy your life, it seems that envy is my sin..." 😁 After seeing your diverse "digit" based rating system, has any whiskey either of you have tried received 4 thumbs up?
No sense in me buying a Rolls Royce bourbon when I have a Chevy palate. $100 is my limit, and even that is for special picks, mostly on the scotch side of my collection.
My wife and I love AE so this was a must grab. It's only a once a year thing so why not haha. Registered the code on the card that comes with it and they sent us a piece of a barrel that was used for the Cask Strength bottles. I remember subscribing to this channel around a year or so ago and there were only 11K subscribers I believe and to see it reach 25K is pretty neat. Congratulations!
Yeah $190 is alot, but worth it. IT keeps the secondary prices in check. Packaging is 10/10, quality is 10/10, conversation piece 10/10. With the limited availability on this, if they sold it for $100 it would all get bought up and be on secondary for $300 if not more. Also, this is available and can be bought at retail. BTAC is not available at retail.
My thoughts exactly. That why I just made a similar comment prior to reading yours
Every time a barrels dumped, an Angel gets its wings..
Brian Hoben Ha! Love it.
i had the 2016 release and its one of my favorite bottles ive ever had, and it evolved in the bottle; the neck pour was the worst nip out of the thing and it was pretty damn good, and the thing you say about getting something new every time you go back was absolutely my experience; the 2016 one was all fruit (red grapes, pineapple, oranges) wow it was so good
(side note im huge into wine casks AND huge into overproof so i might be a demographic of one)
you had me at "amazing box"!
It good and yes it is a little more expensive than other but unlike them if you can afford it and want to try a good finish bourbon I can definitely recommend this one
Cost never denotes quality, but rather perceived rarity.
I have had a few pours of the 2017 Angel's Envy Cask Strength and it is really good! I agree about the price point though, it's not an easy decision to make to throw down that much cash on one bottle. Great review as always!
I'm saving mine for my Birthday in September.
I have hope Chad is creating his own signature cereal. Solid review as always, IBN!
Maybe with the high price they are trying to eliminate the secondary market for it. If they sold it for $125 it would probably get bought up and be selling for $250 on the secondary market. I think Casters had it listed for about $400 at one point.
If you don’t wanna pay for the box, try and find a store pick. They are usually around 105 to 115 proof and it’s just a bottle of no box and they usually run about 100 bucks. Way better value in my opinion and as beautiful as the boxes it’s just not worth the extra basically $100 just for a box. Although I will say that especially for people that aren’t enthralled in the scene wooden box with the beautiful engravings definitely catches peoples attention and creates a better experience just on the expectation set by such a beautiful box
Found a nice alternative to the Cask Strength that should please the proof lovers. Total Wine store pick at 108 proof.. To me it is the perfect balance and certainly better than the standard 86.6.
It’s expensive, but I can actually find this more easily than any of the BTAC or Van Winkle bottles at retail.
I really like the normal Angles Envy. To me it's very good. I'd like to try the rye Angel but the cast strength at $190 is a bit much.
If you like maple syrup then you should try their rye. It’s crazy how maple it is.
I have had angles envy...it's ok, very simple.
Nice. An Angels Envy I could like.
Tasty bourbon..and you can hang the box lid on the wall of your bourbon bunker.
Adding a few drops and waiting for 10 minutes is a thing? Usually I’ll add one drop and give it a swirl. I’ve heard less is more with the water droplets. Would you recommend the 10 minute wait and why?
Love the reviews guys! Sounds like this might be a hard find.....
They have to blaze the good green too....that would be some good reviews as well.
Gotta respect you quoting seven
Off a blind tasting email I sent last month, if this whiskey was a blind and then you separately have this uncorking you can compare your comments between the 2 in the episode when you learn what the blind bourbons were.
Is it wrong that I pick new bourbons based off shelve appeal? Did you say $190.00?? That’s 6 bottles of Elijah Craig...
happy national bourbon day!
I seem to like the middle shelf bourbons more than the foofou stuff. Hey Sarah, I'm a cheap date, wink,wink. 😂
Normal Angel's is one of my Favs. May have to try this, though I have heard the Rye is VERY good.
Extremely good. Totally on a different level of flavor of anything I have tried. Kinda overpowering in flavor. Some to hit once a month or so to really be like WOW!
@@williamriker4889 actually picked up a bottle of the Rye yesterday funny enough! Think ill crack it open Saturday
I wonder if a bigger pour with less water would keep that richness in place while helping open up the bourbon a bit.
So, that’s what was in the box? Kevin Spacey sent Brad Pitt a bottle of Angel’s Envy? ...But he seemed so upset... Brad Pitt must not like Port finished Bourbon very much. I consider a bottle of whiskey a great gift, so his response seems like an overreaction to me. But, what do I know? Hollywood, am I right?
Totally right.
"Because I envy your life, it seems that envy is my sin..." 😁 After seeing your diverse "digit" based rating system, has any whiskey either of you have tried received 4 thumbs up?
This may have been asked/answered before, but...the "Uncorking" sting, is that a Chad original or stock music?
Great review!
Saw this bottle going for 300 locally
Definitely stay out off our cookies 😬
Fancy schmancy!
No sense in me buying a Rolls Royce bourbon when I have a Chevy palate. $100 is my limit, and even that is for special picks, mostly on the scotch side of my collection.
Average bourbon dressed up with port lipstick. I'll take a bottle of Booker's and a rare breed over this all day long.
I have those too :)
Heck no! $200. Put that on my list of Nope!
Just bought 2019. My wallet hurts.
Was it worth it? I've finally found one but it just bugs how cast strength is 4 times more and not even double the proof.
Oh definitely worth it.
u cant drink a fancy box
Sometimes you pay for the personal experience.
I thought she is pregnant? Am I thinking of the wrong tubers? If not she may want to consult with her doc before she drinks. JS. CHEERS
Fairly certain she is not. I believe she cut back for a bit but don't think it's due to a Baby Bourbon Night. But then again, I could be wrong.
Just found a bottle today for 235
In NY I found 3 ($212 each) is it worth it??
@@montezumac2237 For the price sure. I have not had a chance to open mine yet. Too many other open items and many more yet to open.
These two don't really like Angels Envy. I'll leave it at that.
Never cared. It never stood out, taste-wise.
Too much $ for me
Angels envy sucks