Nightcap 3: Cream of Kentucky

Keywords

whiskey, bourbon, Cream of Kentucky, tasting notes, single barrel, Buffalo Trace, whiskey allocations, holiday releases, bourbon market, whiskey tasting

Summary

In this conversation, Dan shares his experiences from a busy week, including a challenging flight and finally a tasting of Cream of Kentucky Small Batch bourbon with Bob. The discussion transitions into a preview of upcoming whiskey releases for Single Barrel Saturday, touching on the current market trends for Buffalo Trace products and allocations. Dan also shares his Christmas wish list for bourbon, reflecting on the availability and variety of whiskey in different states.

Takeaways

Air traffic controllers are facing challenges but remain professional.

The Cream of Kentucky Small Batch bourbon has a strong vanilla flavor.

Single Barrel Saturday is expected to feature a mix of whiskey and tequila.

Buffalo Trace allocations seem limited this year compared to previous years.

The bourbon market is seeing a shift in available products and allocations.

Dan is looking for specific bourbons for his Christmas wish list.

The tasting notes for the bourbon include toasted flavors and a warm finish.

There is skepticism about upcoming releases in the whiskey market.

Ohio's whiskey availability is strong, but variety can be limited.

The conversation ends with a light-hearted note about giving five stars.

"Another night, another pour."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Week Recap

02:16 Tasting Cream of Kentucky Small Batch

04:11 Single Barrel Saturday Preview

06:45 Buffalo Trace Allocations and Market Trends

09:38 Christmas Wish List and Future Releases