Bernheim Barrel Proof & Rocky Patel ALR

Deck Therapy has been a bit chilly lately. I know what y’all are gonna say: “It’s winter dumbass! Of course it’s cold!” In my defense, I hate being indoors. I’d rather freeze my jewels off before I spend a full day in my home. 

Over the holidays, I decided to start a new tradition…Bottle Crackin’ on Christmas. What can be better than opening a fresh new bottle on Jesus’ birthday or any day for that matter. 

The bottle of choice for the inaugural Santa’s Bottle Crackin’ Szn is:

Bernheim Barrel Proof

Made at Heaven’s Hill Distillery released twice a year and aged for 7 to 9 years in an open air rickhouse. Batch: B923 with a mashbill consisting of:
51% Wheat 
37% Corn 
12% Malted Barley
Coming in at 120.4 Proof 60.2% ABV this has a bit of bite that’s perfect for a cold day of Deck Therapy! 

Aromatics of candy corn and chocolate on the nose. Cinnamon with brown sugar on the middle palate with leather and black pepper on the finish. Big bold flavors with a good kick in the jewels!

Pairing this with one of my favorite cigar brands:

Rocky Patel ALR (Aged Limited Rare) 2nd Edition

Made in the TAVICUSA factory in Nicaragua using an oily San Andres wrapper. This Box Pressed Toro consist of Honduran binder and Honduran/Nicaragua filler.

Earthy with notes of mocha and toasted wood creates a smooth draw. Subtle sweetness with a hint nutmeg on finish. 

Between the earthiness of the cigar and the spice/heat from the bourbon, both compliment each other very well. 

Until next time Kids, Remember:

Life’s Too Short to Drink Bad Booze and Smoke Bad Cigars! 

Cheers Y’all!

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A Bit Special

I had one 1.75 bottle of Weller Special Reserve in hiding. I knew my trip to Chapel Hill was approaching and decided to share with those boys.

All that had a taste really enjoyed that Wheated goodness.

Now that I’m home and enjoying my last days of warm deck therapy before I have to put pants on (relax. I’m not naked but it’s only a matter of time) I’ll give ya a review of today’s pairing.

Weller Special Reserve

The poor man’s Pappy! This Wheated goodness alludes us here in Virginia but I make a few trips a year to procure enough bottles to make me fat and happy.

Corn, Wheat & Rye. This brown water has some hints of baking spices with honey and just enough burn to make you want more.

My cigar of choice for this magic elixir is none other than:

Rocky Patel Special Edition

Size: Toro

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan

Notes of leather and a touch of white pepper. Smooth burn from start to finish and one of Rocky’s masterpieces.

Both products showcase each other and is a must have for your quiet time for Deck Therapy.

Until next time Kids, Cheers Y’all!