tlsmothers wrote:Now I know this bourbon is a fine whiskey, but what the h-ll is going on? I know PLAYBOY listed it as one of those bottles that every real man should own, and I did get a few calls right after that came out. You shoulda seen how much fun I had with guys who called right after that. "Oh, so you saw the article in PLAYBOY, huh?"
Has there been other major press on this bottle lately to stir up so much craze? I've got folks from all over the country buggin' me about Stagg.
Wow...I didn't know anybody read the articles!
At the risk of sounding like a bourbon elitist, I share your frustration for this reason: It's one thing to drink Jack Black because you think it's cool. There's plenty of Jack Black around for those who like to savor it (yes, believe it or not, I am one of those people who enjoys JD Black) as well as those who like to see how many shots they can pound in one sitting on a Saturday night.
GTS, on the other hand, is limited. There is only so much to go around. When folks seek it out because it's trendy, I envision all kinds of things - GTS shots, GTS and diet caffeine free Pepsi, etc. That's not to say there is only one way to enjoy it, but the point is just that - it should be enjoyed, not consumed as a status symbol. GTS is one of the few examples where the industry has tried to provide a unique product for those who are true enthusiasts, and it's a bummer that some well deserved accolades seem to have undermined this, at least in your area.