In the previous Andy’s Corner I mentioned that I was introduced to Swedish pancakes by Ann’s mother after we had flown to Colorado to announce our engagement. I failed to mention that there was another first for me on that trip. On the evening we arrived Ann’s father broke out a bottle of Ancient Age bourbon, poured us all a glass with a splash of water, and proposed a toast to his daughter and his future son-in-law. Evidently, Ancient Age bourbon and water had long been an evening ritual in the Hill household, but it was the first time I had even heard of Ancient Age.
Although we have moved on to other brands, Ann and I keep Ancient Age on hand – out of nostalgia more than a preference. Quite frankly, I almost forgot we had a bottle sitting in the back of the cabinet until Ann mentioned that she was thinking about doing a BLM blog on bourbon. This came at about the same time as I was trying to come up with an appropriate birthday gesture for one of my cycling buddies who was about to turn 80.
Voila! Why not Ancient Age? – it’s 80 proof after all. After doing a little research I realized that this was the perfect gift for a number of reasons, none of which had to do with the quality of the booze of course.
So, as a service to our readers, I am sharing my clever 80th birthday gesture (which could be used on a card, a banner, or a billboard on the road into town). I offer it as a model for customizing your own version for that someone special who is turning 80.
If you missed your friend’s 80th, not to worry; I have the perfect idea for the 81st birthday – Wild Turkey, which is 81 proof bourbon. Think of the creative possibilities with this one.
Cheers!!
Okay, now I’ve got to find a friend turning 80! Thanks!
Give me a few years and I will get back in touch. Cheers.
Love this, and Chris – the inspiration – does too!
I’m only sorry I was unable to embarrass him with it in front of a crowd.
I need to brings some Balcones out there
Is it 80 proof? Even if not, we would love to have you deliver some.
Well, I can see from Googling around a little that 81 proof Wild Turkey is a thing, but I never heard of it before. I was sure that Wild Turkey was always 101 proof. Why in the world would they have watered it down? ….oh. Now, I remember.