Welcome back to Brims & Barrels: Game Ready — where we keep it quick, real, and all about the pour.

This week, we’ve got something special on the table: Seelbach’s Private Reserve 17 Year, 114.2 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon (Batch 001) — and we’re not running it solo. Our brother Shane joins us for the first-ever Game Ready guest appearance, and let’s just say… the conversation matched the pour.

From the jump, this one brings that cherry-heavy profile, layered with stone fruit, blackberry cobbler vibes, light spice, and a smooth, easy finish that makes you go back for another sip without thinking twice. We talk through the hype around these “Buff Turkeys,” whether it’s marketing or not… but one thing we agreed on:

👉 The juice speaks for itself.

Then we take it where we always do — sports analogies:

• 🏈 Andre Johnson type of bottle – reliable, bold, your go-to when you need a play
• 🏀 Hakeem “The Dream” level – stands out in a crowded lineup
• 🏈 Brian Urlacher energy – approachable, respected, and backed by real performance

So the real question is…
Is this bottle GAME READY… or is it riding the bench?

You already know how we closed it out.

🎯 This bottle was purchased by us — no sponsorship, no hype train. Just honest pours and real conversation.

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