We don't get much of anything new in the Virginia ABC stores as Angleshare has already lamented, but when we do I just go ahead and buy a bottle. I've only been disappointed a few times. The worst stinker being Evan Williams Single Barrel vintage 1992 - which I returned to Heaven Hill and recieved a refund. Didn't care for Old Pogue and would not buy a bottle. Thanks to Stoopsie I was saved the price, but I spend as much or more on petrol to get to Stoopsies' bar. Luckily the prices can't be beat and I can tip the bartender/owner in cigars!
Angleshare has the best selection of any bar in Virginia but it's by invatation only. Prices are the same as Stoopsies' and again cigars make good tips. Bring your own glassware if you're as much a stickler for precision nosing & tasting as I am.
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