Garrett Report post Posted September 11, 2011 New brand hit the shelves in my are (I know we can all buy online but its so much easier to run down and grab something spur of the moment) Leopold Bros Verte. So far with a 4-5:1 ratio I must admit pretty tasty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted September 11, 2011 It's one of the best American absinthes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OMG_Bill Report post Posted September 11, 2011 I have been lucky to have a few friends pick up a bottle for me from time to time. I can't get it online that I know of. Oklahoma is like the f'n twilight zone when it comes to buying booze. They make some good booze. Such a nice variety and all very tasty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Bearded Man Report post Posted September 11, 2011 Leopold Bros is the first real absinthe I tried and I love it. In fact, I've loved everything of theirs I've tried. If you're a whiskey fan, I recommend their Small Batch American Whiskey as well as their Rocky Mountain Peach Whiskey. I can't wait for the next batch of Leopold Bros Maryland Whiskey. One of the many reason it's great to live in Colorado. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted September 11, 2011 That eccentric Pisco base is one of my favorites. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Garrett Report post Posted September 11, 2011 I love whisky... I'll have to check that too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OMG_Bill Report post Posted September 11, 2011 I like it. As for Leopold Bros. products.......I haven't had an unpleasant one yet. There is love in each and every bottle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leopold Report post Posted September 11, 2011 Good to hear you folks are enjoying them. This year's Maryland Rye will be out in a matter of weeks. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted September 12, 2011 Nice to see you, stranger! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ambear Report post Posted September 12, 2011 Good to hear you folks are enjoying them. This year's Maryland Rye will be out in a matter of weeks. Cheers Cannot wait. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stardust Report post Posted September 12, 2011 It's good stuff - a little different than more traditional vertes, but tasty. I think it makes an excellent summer afternoon drink. One word of caution - I would recommend not leaving the last quarter of a bottle on a shelf too long; I find that the last quarter will get bitter if it's left to age too long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leopold Report post Posted September 13, 2011 Nice to see you, stranger! Sorry, been dealing with expansion..... New Cypress Fermenters Did you all have a nice summer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted September 13, 2011 Expansion is good, Todd! As long as it doesn't involve waistlines, anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe Legate Report post Posted September 13, 2011 Did you all have a nice summer? Summer? What is summer? I have a raft that barely got wet. I have a license that matches my flyrod...not used. Mmmmm. Cypress Porn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted September 13, 2011 One word of caution - I would recommend not leaving the last quarter of a bottle on a shelf too long; I find that the last quarter will get bitter if it's left to age too long. Same goes for people..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OMG_Bill Report post Posted September 13, 2011 Same goes for people..... So your saying I'm past my prime? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe Legate Report post Posted September 13, 2011 I would recommend not leaving the last quarter of a bottle on a shelf too long; I find that the last quarter will get bitter if it's left to age too long. I have not noticed this. Maybe they just don't last long enough here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted September 13, 2011 So your saying I'm past my prime? I resemble that remark. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OMG_Bill Report post Posted September 13, 2011 Maybe staying home and just cruising forums should be what I do instead of traveling and sharing my bitterness. But, they put tires on vehicles for a reason. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Griffin Report post Posted September 13, 2011 You Bill? Nah...I have just been around too many grumpy-ass old friends lately, who seem to have forgotten how special they are, and how powerful they can be when they put their heart into things a bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OMG_Bill Report post Posted September 13, 2011 Ok ok, I'll stay home! Sheesh! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AiO Report post Posted September 13, 2011 I would recommend not leaving the last quarter of a bottle on a shelf too long; I find that the last quarter will get bitter if it's left to age too long. I have not noticed this. Maybe they just don't last long enough here. Nor have I. I still have about 1/3 of a bottle of #14, in addition to half a bottle of #21, and both taste as sweet as the day I opened them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Robinson Report post Posted September 14, 2011 Ditto. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ambear Report post Posted September 14, 2011 I think most of their products benefit with some aging after they've been opened. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Robinson Report post Posted September 14, 2011 I think that of most spiritous products in general. I've had pre-bans that came from bottles that were fairly low fill and they still tasted good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Père Ubu Report post Posted September 14, 2011 True dat, my ridge bottle is as good now, as when I got it. I think besides any aging, the added enjoyment comes from a bit of familiarity with the spirit. I know something similar happens sonically with either equipment or recordings, sometimes our senses need to adjust to take in well crafted stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sol2Sol Report post Posted September 15, 2011 I bought a bottle of batch #39 a month ago. This is my 4th bottle of Leopold Bros and I'm pleased to say that it's just as good if not better than my first bottle, batch #8. Wonderful American made absinthe that I would recommend to anyone. In fact, I suggested it here at one of the few places that serve absinthe and they seemed really interested in trying it out. At least the bartender wrote it down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fingerpickinblue Report post Posted September 16, 2011 I think most of their products benefit with some aging after they've been opened. The liqueurs are different than the higher proof spirits, and definitely degrade after opening. I tasted the whole line about three years ago, and then watched the bottles for about 6 months to see how they evolved (with exception of the Three Pins, which I couldn't keep my hands off of!). Even their back labels, if I remember correctly, recommend finishing an opened bottle within 30 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe Legate Report post Posted September 16, 2011 Even their back labels, if I remember correctly, recommend finishing an opened bottle within 30 days. Oh shit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ambear Report post Posted September 16, 2011 Yeah...I can't say that the liqueurs last too long in this house. Still mad I left the maraschino in Montana as a gift...I could be getting my Aviation on! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
