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Title: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 09:09:04 AM
Frankly, I don't drink much beer. I do, however, consume vast quantities of whiskey and rum and I know many of you do as well. As a college student with a budget I usually can't go much higher than $25 dollars a bottle and for that price range Jameson, Johnny Walker Red, and Jim Beam are the trio that I turn to most when the working day is done. I only drink Jack Daniels when I intend to punish myself like the flagellants of old. As far as rum goes, Bort and I were just extolling the virtues of Sailor Jerry in the shoutbox the other day. I realize most of you guys are a bit more sophisticated (and expensive) with your hard liquor choices, and I know Tonk will recommend a good single malt scotch, but what are some other excellent whiskey, rums, or gins (vodka is for Chads and suicidal Russian authors and tequila is the work of the devil)?

I recommend Knob Creek for anyone looking for a strong, smooth, higher-end bourbon, and The Glenlivet is the only single malt scotch I've had and I was not disappointed.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:11:17 AM
RE: Scotch

I'm a huge fan of Islay malts like Laphroiag, but it's definitely an acquired taste. Talisker and Lagavulin are also nice.

As far as smooth-tasting Speyside single malts that aren't very expensive, I'm partial to Aberlour.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: R-V on August 12, 2010, 09:13:47 AM
Lynchburg Lemonade is my usual go-to whiskey, but Ginger Splash is really starting to grow on me.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:16:03 AM
Jack Daniels, you fancy Dans.

But I'm open to all kinds of fun. This thread's gonna ROOOL
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:17:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:16:03 AM
Jack Daniels, you fancy Dans.

George Dickel, you asshurt hilljack!

Nah, JD has its place.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:18:48 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:17:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:16:03 AM
Jack Daniels, you fancy Dans.

George Dickel, you asshurt hilljack!

Nah, JD has its place.

And that place is my liver.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 09:22:50 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:18:48 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:17:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:16:03 AM
Jack Daniels, you fancy Dans.

George Dickel, you asshurt hilljack!

Nah, JD has its place.

And that place is my liver.

I remember a night my freshman year where my roommate and I'd saved up the money to buy a bottle of Knob Creek to split that weekend. We had trouble finding someone of age to go buy it for us, however. By the time we found someone, the good liquor stores were closed, so we sucked it up and told the guy to grab some Jack Daniels at CVS. They were out. We ended up drinking Kessler. It was the worst case of results vs. expectations I'd ever had in my life. I'm not sure what my point is. Jack Daniels is awful, awful stuff.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 12, 2010, 09:27:12 AM
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Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:28:20 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 09:22:50 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:18:48 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:17:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:16:03 AM
Jack Daniels, you fancy Dans.

George Dickel, you asshurt hilljack!

Nah, JD has its place.

And that place is my liver.

I remember a night my freshman year where my roommate and I'd saved up the money to buy a bottle of Knob Creek to split that weekend. We had trouble finding someone of age to go buy it for us, however. By the time we found someone, the good liquor stores were closed, so we sucked it up and told the guy to grab some Jack Daniels at CVS. They were out. We ended up drinking Kessler. It was the worst case of results vs. expectations I'd ever had in my life. I'm not sure what my point is. Jack Daniels is awful, awful stuff.

Wow, that is a bad case of results vs. expectations. My only comparison was the time a buddy and I were trying to score some blotter, but the dealer never showed up at the bar, so we ended up splitting 6 of budweiser and some Evan Williams Green Label.

I've been sort of delving into anejo tequila lately. I know very little about it, though I enjoy Casa Noble. Anyone got any recommendations?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:29:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:28:20 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 09:22:50 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:18:48 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:17:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:16:03 AM
Jack Daniels, you fancy Dans.

George Dickel, you asshurt hilljack!

Nah, JD has its place.

And that place is my liver.

I remember a night my freshman year where my roommate and I'd saved up the money to buy a bottle of Knob Creek to split that weekend. We had trouble finding someone of age to go buy it for us, however. By the time we found someone, the good liquor stores were closed, so we sucked it up and told the guy to grab some Jack Daniels at CVS. They were out. We ended up drinking Kessler. It was the worst case of results vs. expectations I'd ever had in my life. I'm not sure what my point is. Jack Daniels is awful, awful stuff.

Wow, that is a bad case of results vs. expectations. My only comparison was the time a buddy and I were trying to score some blotter, but the dealer never showed up at the bar, so we ended up splitting 6 of budweiser and some Evan Williams Green Label.

I've been sort of delving into anejo tequila lately. I know very little about it, though I enjoy Casa Noble. Anyone got any recommendations.

Ever taken blotter that wasn't? Oh, how...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 09:33:37 AM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 12, 2010, 09:27:12 AM
(http://newcondoscharlotte.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/makers_mark.15380043_std.jpg)

Maker's Mark is an excellent whiskey. Have you ever had one of their cigars? Tastes just like the whiskey. I had one while drinking the whiskey and it was surreal.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:36:49 AM
I think somebody who knows something needs to get in here and save us from our running Osco commercial. Or we should start talking about acid again.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 09:40:18 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:36:49 AM
I think somebody who knows something needs to get in here and save us from our running Osco commercial. Or we should start talking about acid again.

Gil recommended Woodford Reserve in the shoutbox yesterday. That looks like a classy bourbon. I didn't feel like ponying up the 36 bucks last night, so I bought a bottle of Sailor for 14.00. But I will try it at some point. It just Looks like a fine bourbon.

(http://www.whiskeysammlung.de/Bilder%20klein/Woodford%20Reserve.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 09:48:15 AM
Woodford Reserve is fucking fantastic. It's just delicious. It heals the sick.

A recent discovery of mine is that sipping a fine scotch, in this case Nectar D'Or, with a big cigar on one's rooftop deck is pretty much unbeatable. Cigars and scotch go together like Fork and fagatronics.

Like Jon, I also enjoy the peaty, islay scotch from time to time. Laphroaig will make you into a man post-haste.

As for vodkas, it's different, but Zubrowka vodka from the Motherland is one of my favorites. Really smooth and has a unique taste due to the blade of grass in there. I always have a bottle in the freezer.

(http://www.mrem.nl/images/vodka/zubrowka-bison-grass-vodka.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on August 12, 2010, 09:56:04 AM
Rum: Appleton Reserve, Mount Gay (especially if you can get some that is actually bottled in Barbados), and I agree on the Sailor Jerry.

Gin: I know Tonker likes Plymouth as do I but I prefer Tanqueray (the regular London Dry not Tanqueray 10). Bombay tastes like soap.

Tequila: Herradura Blanco. Hmmm... agave.

Vodka: Sorry SKO but you haven't lived until you've had a perfectly made Grey Goose martini (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp01uY4LW6c). Up with just the thinnest layer of ice and blue cheese stuffed olives.

Whiskey: Can't... do... it. It doesn't matter what kind, all of it brings me back to puking into an evergreen hedge in 1977.

Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 09:56:57 AM

Rumple Minze in the freezer.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:57:56 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 09:56:57 AM

Rumple Minze in the freezer.

I'll bring the Jaeger and we can make Dead Nazis.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:02:14 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:57:56 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 09:56:57 AM

Rumple Minze in the freezer.

I'll bring the Jaeger and we can make Dead Nazis.

You make Yeti Blue sad.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 10:03:54 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:02:14 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:57:56 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 09:56:57 AM

Rumple Minze in the freezer.

I'll bring the Jaeger and we can make Dead Nazis.

You make Yeti Blue sad.

I think this meme's about had the lick.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:04:31 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 09:56:04 AM
Rum: Appleton Reserve, Mount Gay (especially if you can get some that is actually bottled in Barbados), and I agree on the Sailor Jerry.

Gin: I know Tonker likes Plymouth as do I but I prefer Tanqueray (the regular London Dry not Tanqueray 10). Bombay tastes like soap.

Tequila: Herradura Blanco. Hmmm... agave.

Vodka: Sorry SKO but you haven't lived until you've had a perfectly made Grey Goose martini (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp01uY4LW6c). Up with just the thinnest layer of ice and blue cheese stuffed olives.

Whiskey: Can't... do... it. It doesn't matter what kind, all of it brings me back to puking into an evergreen hedge in 1977.



I can't do Tanqueray. Too sweet to me. I'd rather go Beefeater and tonic. I like Bombay, but only in a well-made Gibson martini.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on August 12, 2010, 10:05:54 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:36:49 AM
Or we should start talking about acid again.

Not while I'm at work.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:07:05 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 10:05:54 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:36:49 AM
Or we should start talking about acid again.

Not while I'm at work.

Every day I think gord I'm not monitored here.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 10:08:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:04:31 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 09:56:04 AM
Rum: Appleton Reserve, Mount Gay (especially if you can get some that is actually bottled in Barbados), and I agree on the Sailor Jerry.

Gin: I know Tonker likes Plymouth as do I but I prefer Tanqueray (the regular London Dry not Tanqueray 10). Bombay tastes like soap.

Tequila: Herradura Blanco. Hmmm... agave.

Vodka: Sorry SKO but you haven't lived until you've had a perfectly made Grey Goose martini (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp01uY4LW6c). Up with just the thinnest layer of ice and blue cheese stuffed olives.

Whiskey: Can't... do... it. It doesn't matter what kind, all of it brings me back to puking into an evergreen hedge in 1977.



I can't do Tanqueray. Too sweet to me. I'd rather go Beefeater and tonic. I like Bombay, but only in a well-made Gibson martini.

I agree with Beefeater over Tanqueray. And I suppose I should say that I don't mind vodka in a well-made martini. The important thing to remember is that I'm in college, and thus most of the vodka I'm exposed to is Smirnoff or worse. Also, I curse the invention of "Jungle Juice."
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:11:21 AM
I've never considered myself an alcoholic, but this thread is making me want a Manhattan at 10am...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 10:13:21 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 10:08:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:04:31 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 09:56:04 AM
Rum: Appleton Reserve, Mount Gay (especially if you can get some that is actually bottled in Barbados), and I agree on the Sailor Jerry.

Gin: I know Tonker likes Plymouth as do I but I prefer Tanqueray (the regular London Dry not Tanqueray 10). Bombay tastes like soap.

Tequila: Herradura Blanco. Hmmm... agave.

Vodka: Sorry SKO but you haven't lived until you've had a perfectly made Grey Goose martini (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp01uY4LW6c). Up with just the thinnest layer of ice and blue cheese stuffed olives.

Whiskey: Can't... do... it. It doesn't matter what kind, all of it brings me back to puking into an evergreen hedge in 1977.



I can't do Tanqueray. Too sweet to me. I'd rather go Beefeater and tonic. I like Bombay, but only in a well-made Gibson martini.

I agree with Beefeater over Tanqueray. And I suppose I should say that I don't mind vodka in a well-made martini. The important thing to remember is that I'm in college, and thus most of the vodka I'm exposed to is Smirnoff or worse. Also, I curse the invention of "Jungle Juice."

Rarely, when I get the chance to have a dinner at a nice steak house (LIKE OUTBACK), I'll almost always order a Goose on the rocks with handstuffed blue cheese olives. However, people love to tell me that Grey Goose is not even remotely considered good vodka among the experts and that I should be drinking Belvidere or what not.

Can anyone give me the lowdown on the best sipping vodka that you're likely to find at your nicer establishments (LIKE CHILI'S)?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:18:02 AM
On the shelf in my kitchen, I keep a bottle of Smirnoff Vodka (for everyday basic mixing and such) and a bottle of Belvedere.  I have the half bottle of Johnny Walker Blue left, sitting right next to the aforementioned Woodford Reserve.  A bottle of Kahlua, because I'm on a White Russian kick of late.  A bottle of Firefly.  Some overproof Jamaican rum and a bottle of Ouzo.

White Russian for lunch it is.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on August 12, 2010, 10:20:43 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:18:02 AM
On the shelf in my kitchen, I keep a bottle of Smirnoff Vodka (for everyday basic mixing and such) and a bottle of Belvedere.  I have the half bottle of Johnny Walker Blue left, sitting right next to the aforementioned Woodford Reserve.  A bottle of Kahlua, because I'm on a White Russian kick of late.  A bottle of Firefly.  Some overproof Jamaican rum and a bottle of Ouzo.

White Russian for lunch it is.

I'm not a fan of standard vodka, but Firefly is excellent. 
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:20:46 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 10:13:21 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 10:08:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:04:31 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 09:56:04 AM
Rum: Appleton Reserve, Mount Gay (especially if you can get some that is actually bottled in Barbados), and I agree on the Sailor Jerry.

Gin: I know Tonker likes Plymouth as do I but I prefer Tanqueray (the regular London Dry not Tanqueray 10). Bombay tastes like soap.

Tequila: Herradura Blanco. Hmmm... agave.

Vodka: Sorry SKO but you haven't lived until you've had a perfectly made Grey Goose martini (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp01uY4LW6c). Up with just the thinnest layer of ice and blue cheese stuffed olives.

Whiskey: Can't... do... it. It doesn't matter what kind, all of it brings me back to puking into an evergreen hedge in 1977.



I can't do Tanqueray. Too sweet to me. I'd rather go Beefeater and tonic. I like Bombay, but only in a well-made Gibson martini.

I agree with Beefeater over Tanqueray. And I suppose I should say that I don't mind vodka in a well-made martini. The important thing to remember is that I'm in college, and thus most of the vodka I'm exposed to is Smirnoff or worse. Also, I curse the invention of "Jungle Juice."

Rarely, when I get the chance to have a dinner at a nice steak house (LIKE OUTBACK), I'll almost always order a Goose on the rocks with handstuffed blue cheese olives. However, people love to tell me that Grey Goose is not even remotely considered good vodka among the experts and that I should be drinking Belvidere or what not.

Can anyone give me the lowdown on the best sipping vodka that you're likely to find at your nicer establishments (LIKE CHILI'S)?

Belvedere is the best vodka, hands down.  I keep a bottle at home.

Go Poland.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 10:26:32 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:20:46 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 10:13:21 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 10:08:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:04:31 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 09:56:04 AM
Rum: Appleton Reserve, Mount Gay (especially if you can get some that is actually bottled in Barbados), and I agree on the Sailor Jerry.

Gin: I know Tonker likes Plymouth as do I but I prefer Tanqueray (the regular London Dry not Tanqueray 10). Bombay tastes like soap.

Tequila: Herradura Blanco. Hmmm... agave.

Vodka: Sorry SKO but you haven't lived until you've had a perfectly made Grey Goose martini (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp01uY4LW6c). Up with just the thinnest layer of ice and blue cheese stuffed olives.

Whiskey: Can't... do... it. It doesn't matter what kind, all of it brings me back to puking into an evergreen hedge in 1977.



I can't do Tanqueray. Too sweet to me. I'd rather go Beefeater and tonic. I like Bombay, but only in a well-made Gibson martini.

I agree with Beefeater over Tanqueray. And I suppose I should say that I don't mind vodka in a well-made martini. The important thing to remember is that I'm in college, and thus most of the vodka I'm exposed to is Smirnoff or worse. Also, I curse the invention of "Jungle Juice."

Rarely, when I get the chance to have a dinner at a nice steak house (LIKE OUTBACK), I'll almost always order a Goose on the rocks with handstuffed blue cheese olives. However, people love to tell me that Grey Goose is not even remotely considered good vodka among the experts and that I should be drinking Belvidere or what not.

Can anyone give me the lowdown on the best sipping vodka that you're likely to find at your nicer establishments (LIKE CHILI'S)?

Belvedere is the best vodka, hands down.  I keep a bottle at home.

Go Poland.

I don't know what the best vodka is, but I have experience with the worst:

http://www.blackheartgoldpants.com/2010/5/19/1479465/hawkeye-vodka-the-definitive-poll
(http://cdn1.sbnation.com/imported_assets/459885/10-24-08_hawkeye_vodka-img00048_medium.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:32:23 AM
I'm waiting for this thread to descend into what is our favorite bum wine.  I'm a fan of Mad Dog 20/20 myself, though I have been known to hit Wild Irish Rose in a pinch.

This was all in those halcyon days when I was in school and supported myself with the Zamboni money.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 10:34:10 AM
I have a fifth of Jack Daniels.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 10:35:41 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:32:23 AM
I'm waiting for this thread to descend into what is our favorite bum wine.  I'm a fan of Mad Dog 20/20 myself, though I have been known to hit Wild Irish Rose in a pinch.

This was all in those halcyon days when I was in school and supported myself with the Zamboni money.

Wild I
Mad Dog
Night Train
T.J. Swan
Boone's Farm
Maneschewitz Concord Grape
T-Bird
HMS Frost

Saw the ads on Soul Train, drank/loved them all.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:37:59 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 10:35:41 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:32:23 AM
I'm waiting for this thread to descend into what is our favorite bum wine.  I'm a fan of Mad Dog 20/20 myself, though I have been known to hit Wild Irish Rose in a pinch.

This was all in those halcyon days when I was in school and supported myself with the Zamboni money.

Wild I
Mad Dog
Night Train
T.J. Swan
Boone's Farm
Maneschewitz Concord Grape
T-Bird
HMS Frost

Saw the ads on Soul Train, drank/loved them all.

What, no Cisco?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 10:38:37 AM
The liquor cabinet currently consists of Sailor Jerry, Jameson, Jim Beam, Red Stag (a black cherry bourbon made by the Jim Beam company, really good for whiskey sours), and Captain Morgan and Smirnoff when I have friends that I don't want to share the good stuff with. I also have a bottle of Paddy's Irish Whiskey in there. It's only been available in the US for a few years but it's made by the same company as Jameson and is the smoothest Irish Whiskey I've ever had. I don't like it as much as Jameson because I like a little bit of a kick, but it's a great whiskey to have on the rocks.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: BH on August 12, 2010, 10:38:50 AM
Booker's is fantastic.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:42:51 AM
I also keep a bottle of Buffalo Trace in my office.  It's better than your average bourbon and isn't prohibitively expensive.

http://www.klwines.com/detail.asp?sku=1031933&cid=TPV-Googlebase
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 10:46:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:37:59 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 10:35:41 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:32:23 AM
I'm waiting for this thread to descend into what is our favorite bum wine.  I'm a fan of Mad Dog 20/20 myself, though I have been known to hit Wild Irish Rose in a pinch.

This was all in those halcyon days when I was in school and supported myself with the Zamboni money.

Wild I
Mad Dog
Night Train
T.J. Swan
Boone's Farm
Maneschewitz Concord Grape
T-Bird
HMS Frost

Saw the ads on Soul Train, drank/loved them all.

What, no Cisco?

Cisco, aka Liquid Crack, was a little after my time.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:46:48 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 10:46:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:37:59 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 10:35:41 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:32:23 AM
I'm waiting for this thread to descend into what is our favorite bum wine.  I'm a fan of Mad Dog 20/20 myself, though I have been known to hit Wild Irish Rose in a pinch.

This was all in those halcyon days when I was in school and supported myself with the Zamboni money.

Wild I
Mad Dog
Night Train
T.J. Swan
Boone's Farm
Maneschewitz Concord Grape
T-Bird
HMS Frost

Saw the ads on Soul Train, drank/loved them all.

What, no Cisco?

Cisco, aka Liquid Crack, was a little after my time.

It's never too late.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 12, 2010, 10:51:39 AM
Jameson.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on August 12, 2010, 10:52:32 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 12, 2010, 10:51:39 AM
Jameson.

You do this to yourself you know.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 10:54:02 AM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 12, 2010, 09:27:12 AM
(http://newcondoscharlotte.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/makers_mark.15380043_std.jpg)

(http://www.buzz-beast.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/makers46_-Makers-Mark-.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 10:54:55 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 10:54:02 AM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 12, 2010, 09:27:12 AM
(http://newcondoscharlotte.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/makers_mark.15380043_std.jpg)

(http://www.buzz-beast.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/makers46_-Makers-Mark-.jpg)

94 proof? I'm in.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 10:55:33 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 10:52:32 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 12, 2010, 10:51:39 AM
Jameson.

You do this to yourself you know.

I feel no pity.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 10:55:49 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 10:54:02 AM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 12, 2010, 09:27:12 AM
(http://newcondoscharlotte.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/makers_mark.15380043_std.jpg)

(http://www.buzz-beast.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/makers46_-Makers-Mark-.jpg)

I'm very down on this bourbon.  Compared to Maker's Mark, it is most assuredly better.  But there is a certain ambit of taste that it cannot escape.  There are better alternatives for your money.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 11:00:27 AM
Tequila:  Makes me violent and gives me the shakes.  I only drink it in margaritas to keep the beast calm; figure I can't act like a moron if I'm drinking something red or lime green.  PS:  I prefer frozen strawberry, sailor.  

Gin:  Who drinks this shit?  Can't stand it, but I'll keep trying.

Vodka:  White Russians... that's about it.  Or mixed drinks...  Pretty much the only way a dude can look cool drinking Vodka is if he's 1) Russian 2) it's in a White Russian or 3) drinking it straight or downing shots with a Russian.  

Whiskey:  Jack and Coke.  Heavy on the Jack.  Whiskey has pretty much ruined my life.  I love it.  It's all I have left.  Irish (recommend Redbreast and would loooove to try a bottle of Green Spot one day...), Scotch (12 year McCallan I love; Johnny Walker Red accounted for my last case of walking death) and of course... Kentucky Straight Motherfuckin' Bourbon...  Wathens, Knob Creek, Bulleit, Makers, WOODFORD (totally worth the bail money), Jim Beam...  I love mine straight, no homo, and at most a drop or three of water.  Neat all the way.  I'm not opposed to mixing, just do it right... Well done mint juleps with Woodford will rape your face after a long day of barbecues, horse races and cousin/sister banging.

Pisco:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pisco

Many varieties to be enjoyed in different ways, great for cooking and drinking (my parents watch a show produced in Peru that shows a different way to use it every week for meals and drinks), and traditionally used in the great Pisco Sour.  Don't bother making it in the states with our typical big, dumb lemons; they SUCK.  Peru has little green lemons; you need to get those (I can't drink lemonade here; only in Peru).  New drinks include the Pisco Maracuya (that's passion fruit to you gringos).  

Hi, my name is powen01, and I'm an alcoholic.  
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 11:02:03 AM

Ever have an Oleg?

It's a White Russian, but you spill it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: thehawk on August 12, 2010, 11:02:20 AM
Jamesons is my go to whiskey, which is my go to liquor I think their 12 yr is a bit better than the standard and good value, anything more than that isnt worth the extra money.  No suggestion as for rye and burbon, but Makers is tasty.

Gin-- Hendricks is really really good, but a touch sweet.  Makes the best G+T for me.

Rum, 10cane  or Bicardi for mojitos Meyers for Coke (NHawks go to)

Vodka-- Stoli in the freezer

Cognac go VSOP but no higher

Wish I worked at Stirling Cooper right now.

Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 11:03:41 AM
Quote from: thehawk on August 12, 2010, 11:02:20 AM
Jamesons is my go to whiskey, which is my go to liquor I think their 12 yr is a bit better than the standard and good value, anything more than that isnt worth the extra money.  No suggestion as for rye and burbon, but Makers is tasty.

Gin-- Hendricks is really really good, but a touch sweet.  Makes the best G+T for me.

Rum, 10cane  or Bicardi for mojitos Meyers for Coke (NHawks go to)

Vodka-- Stoli in the freezer

Cognac go VSOP but no higher

Wish I worked at Stirling Cooper right now.



I wish I could smoke in my office and casually secksually harass the secretary.

Good days.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 11:05:55 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 11:02:03 AM

Ever have an Oleg?

It's a White Russian, but you spill it.

You forgot to add it's in a short glass...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 11:06:26 AM
Quote from: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 11:00:27 AM
Tequila:  Makes me violent and gives me the shakes.  I only drink it in margaritas to keep the beast calm; figure I can't act like a moron if I'm drinking something red or lime green.  PS:  I prefer frozen strawberry, sailor.  

Gin:  Who drinks this shit?  Can't stand it, but I'll keep trying.

Vodka:  White Russians... that's about it.  Or mixed drinks...  Pretty much the only way a dude can look cool drinking Vodka is if he's 1) Russian 2) it's in a White Russian or 3) drinking it straight or downing shots with a Russian.  

Whiskey:  Jack and Coke.  Heavy on the Jack.  Whiskey has pretty much ruined my life.  I love it.  It's all I have left.  Irish (recommend Redbreast and would loooove to try a bottle of Green Spot one day...), Scotch (12 year McCallan I love; Johnny Walker Red accounted for my last case of walking death) and of course... Kentucky Straight Motherfuckin' Bourbon...  Wathens, Knob Creek, Bulleit, Makers, WOODFORD (totally worth the bail money), Jim Beam...  I love mine straight, no homo, and at most a drop or three of water.  Neat all the way.  I'm not opposed to mixing, just do it right... Well done mint juleps with Woodford will rape your face after a long day of barbecues, horse races and cousin/sister banging.

Pisco:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pisco

Many varieties to be enjoyed in different ways, great for cooking and drinking (my parents watch a show produced in Peru that shows a different way to use it every week for meals and drinks), and traditionally used in the great Pisco Sour.  Don't bother making it in the states with our typical big, dumb lemons; they SUCK.  Peru has little green lemons; you need to get those (I can't drink lemonade here; only in Peru).  New drinks include the Pisco Maracuya (that's passion fruit to you gringos).  

Hi, my name is powen01, and I'm an alcoholic.  

I wish I could pull that off. I usually have to down a few shots and then have one mixed with coke or water before I've numbed myself enough to drink straight for the rest of the evening.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 11:10:38 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 11:03:41 AM
I wish I could smoke in my office and casually secksually harass the secretary.

Perhaps by commenting on how good she looks in that skirt?

(Then turning down the AC.)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 11:13:03 AM
If I see someone drinking Southern Comfort I automatically think less of them as a person. Just saying.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 11:13:43 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 11:10:38 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 11:03:41 AM
I wish I could smoke in my office and casually secksually harass the secretary.

Perhaps by commenting on how good she looks in that skirt?

(Then turning down the AC.)

I'm thinking of routing the controls to a switch in my desk.  My version of a panic button.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Eli on August 12, 2010, 11:14:13 AM
Quote from: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 11:00:27 AM
I can't drink lemonade here; only in Peru

Well, la di da, fancy pants.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 12, 2010, 11:16:02 AM
Quote from: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 11:00:27 AM
Hi, my name is powen01, and I'm an alcoholic.  

PROVE IT!
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on August 12, 2010, 11:23:02 AM
Quote from: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 11:00:27 AM
Tequila:  Makes me violent and gives me the shakes.

Tequila actually has the opposite effect on me. A bottle of fine blue agave makes for a mellow flannj.

Stoli on the other hand leads to screaming arguments with the wife and a guest appearance on COPS. Everytime.


QuoteDon't bother making it in the states with our typical big, dumb lemons; they SUCK.  Peru has little green lemons; you need to get those (I can't drink lemonade here; only in Peru).  

I couldn't agree more. Citrus grown in the U.S. blows.
Look for round, smooth, thin skinned limes from Mexico.
The oval Persian varieties grown in the states are bitter and are the easiest way to ruin a nice G&T.
Even better if you can find real Key limes or Carribean grown (which are actually yellow).
Nice citrus perfume when you slice them.
Goddammit, now I'm drooling.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:27:15 AM
If overseas, Cuba's Havana Club makes fantastic rum.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on August 12, 2010, 11:36:58 AM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:27:15 AM
If overseas, Cuba's Havana Club makes fantastic rum.

I actually had it in Cuba and managed to sneak some home.
It is outstanding.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:50:49 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 11:36:58 AM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:27:15 AM
If overseas, Cuba's Havana Club makes fantastic rum.

I actually had it in Cuba and managed to sneak some home.
It is outstanding.

I used to sneak in absinthe from the czech republic when I'd visit there.
Much better than the fake absinthe crap here in the US.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 12:27:19 PM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:50:49 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 11:36:58 AM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:27:15 AM
If overseas, Cuba's Havana Club makes fantastic rum.

I actually had it in Cuba and managed to sneak some home.
It is outstanding.

I used to sneak in absinthe from the czech republic when I'd visit there.
Much better than the fake absinthe crap here in the US.

What's it like? (face on hands, elbows on table)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 12:39:28 PM
Gin : Plymouth is THE martini gin.  Hendrick's is also good, and I'll drink Tanqueray.  Gordon's is possibly the worst drink on the planet.

Vodka :  I'm not much of a one for vodka but Russian Standard, straight from the freezer, with black bread and sausage, is teh ablls.

Rum : Havana Club Anejo, for all I know about rum.  I drank half a bottle of Bacardi white, neat, when I was 15, and have never really felt the same about rum since.

Tequila : Tres Generaciones Anejo or Don Julio Anejo - both of which are fantastically peppery.  You can keep the rest.  This is why :

(http://m.assetbar.com/uua2q4Pf1.gif)

Whisky (no 'e').  Man, where to start?  First of all, if you're drinking neat whisky, it has to be single malt.  If you're not drinking it neat, then Happy Shopper Cooking Whisky is fine.  I'm not generally a big fan of the peaty whiskies (Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Ardbeg and so on) BUT the Ardbeg Supernova, which is apparently the World's peatiest whisky, is exceptional.  I prefer whisky that's come from the seaside and tastes like it - Clynelish is seaweedy and salty and my absolute, absolute favourite.  Highland Park 18 (from Orkney, half way to Norway) is also great - although also quite peaty.  Hmm... turns out, I do like peaty whiskies after all.  Glenlivet is a really good, inexpensive, pretty neutral single malt that is a good place to start if you're not sure... I think somebody mentioned Aberlour earlier, which is also a very serviceable, inexpensive, middle-of-the-road malt.  Try some of the port/sherry/madeira cask finishes that Glenmorangie, for instance, do.  And don't ever, ever try Loch Dhu.  It's a black whisky (it looks like Guinness) and tastes of bananas.  They stopped making it, and I can't blame them.

If I absolutely, absolutely have to drink blended whisky then it's Canadian Club or Jameson's.  By the way, did you know that you can't age Malt whisky in a new cask, and the vast, vast majority of malt whiskies are aged in casks that once held American Bourbon?  True story.

Cognac : meh, whatever.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
I'll take your Scotch suggestions into consideration, Tonk. I do like the peaty ones, but...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 12:44:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 12:39:28 PM
Gin : Plymouth is THE martini gin.  Hendrick's is also good, and I'll drink Tanqueray.  Gordon's is possibly the worst drink on the planet.

Vodka :  I'm not much of a one for vodka but Russian Standard, straight from the freezer, with black bread and sausage, is teh ablls.

Rum : Havana Club Anejo, for all I know about rum.  I drank half a bottle of Bacardi white, neat, when I was 15, and have never really felt the same about rum since.

Tequila : Tres Generaciones Anejo or Don Julio Anejo - both of which are fantastically peppery.  You can keep the rest.  This is why :

(http://m.assetbar.com/uua2q4Pf1.gif)

Whisky (no 'e').  Man, where to start?  First of all, if you're drinking neat whisky, it has to be single malt.  If you're not drinking it neat, then Happy Shopper Cooking Whisky is fine.  I'm not generally a big fan of the peaty whiskies (Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Ardbeg and so on) BUT the Ardbeg Supernova, which is apparently the World's peatiest whisky, is exceptional.  I prefer whisky that's come from the seaside and tastes like it - Clynelish is seaweedy and salty and my absolute, absolute favourite.  Highland Park 18 (from Orkney, half way to Norway) is also great - although also quite peaty.  Hmm... turns out, I do like peaty whiskies after all.  Glenlivet is a really good, inexpensive, pretty neutral single malt that is a good place to start if you're not sure... I think somebody mentioned Aberlour earlier, which is also a very serviceable, inexpensive, middle-of-the-road malt.  Try some of the port/sherry/madeira cask finishes that Glenmorangie, for instance, do.  And don't ever, ever try Loch Dhu.  It's a black whisky (it looks like Guinness) and tastes of bananas.  They stopped making it, and I can't blame them.

If I absolutely, absolutely have to drink blended whisky then it's Canadian Club or Jameson's.  By the way, did you know that you can't age Malt whisky in a new cask, and the vast, vast majority of malt whiskies are aged in casks that once held American Bourbon?  True story.

Cognac : meh, whatever.

I eagerly awaited your appearance in this thread. Sir, you did not disappoint.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 12:45:54 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
I'll take your Scotch suggestions into consideration, Tonk. I do like the peaty ones, but...

(http://pattihaskins.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/petey.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:48:11 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 12:45:54 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
I'll take your Scotch suggestions into consideration, Tonk. I do like the peaty ones, but...

(http://pattihaskins.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/petey.jpg)

Sigh.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 01:06:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
I'll take your Scotch suggestions into consideration, Tonk. I do like the peaty ones, but...

If you like peaty whisky then you should make it your life's work to get hold of a bottle of the Ardbeg Supernova, Jon.  It's rarer than rocking-horse droppings, but you never know...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 01:09:30 PM
Quote from: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 01:06:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
I'll take your Scotch suggestions into consideration, Tonk. I do like the peaty ones, but...

If you like peaty whisky then you should make it your life's work to get hold of a bottle of the Ardbeg Supernova, Jon.  It's rarer than rocking-horse droppings, but you never know...

Does its availability compare favorably to Unicorn apples?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 01:11:51 PM
Anybody try this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brenniv%C3%ADn ?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 01:14:33 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 01:09:30 PM
Quote from: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 01:06:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
I'll take your Scotch suggestions into consideration, Tonk. I do like the peaty ones, but...

If you like peaty whisky then you should make it your life's work to get hold of a bottle of the Ardbeg Supernova, Jon.  It's rarer than rocking-horse droppings, but you never know...

Does its availability compare favorably to Unicorn apples?

It's slightly easier to get hold of, yes.  About on a par with hens' teeth.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 01:17:40 PM
I'll keep an eye out. Oh heck: two eyes. As often as I can spare them.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 01:18:55 PM
Quote from: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 01:11:51 PM
Anybody try this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brenniv%C3%ADn ?

The article mentions that they drink this to mask the taste of this. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%C3%A1karl) This raises a few questions. 1) Why would you eat something that "is an acquired taste and has a very particular ammonia-rich smell and fishy taste, similar to very strong cheese slathered in ammonia" and 2) Why would you eat something that requires a taste of 80 proof schnapps in order to become palatable?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 02:01:12 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 12:27:19 PM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:50:49 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 11:36:58 AM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:27:15 AM
If overseas, Cuba's Havana Club makes fantastic rum.

I actually had it in Cuba and managed to sneak some home.
It is outstanding.

I used to sneak in absinthe from the czech republic when I'd visit there.
Much better than the fake absinthe crap here in the US.

What's it like? (face on hands, elbows on table)

Tastes like liquorice.

Overrated by people who rate such things.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 02:09:45 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 01:18:55 PM
Quote from: powen01 on August 12, 2010, 01:11:51 PM
Anybody try this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brenniv%C3%ADn ?

The article mentions that they drink this to mask the taste of this. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%C3%A1karl) This raises a few questions. 1) Why would you eat something that "is an acquired taste and has a very particular ammonia-rich smell and fishy taste, similar to very strong cheese slathered in ammonia" and 2) Why would you eat something that requires a taste of 80 proof schnapps in order to become palatable?

Some of us like to have excuses for why we drink.  This just seems like a perfectly stupid one that I would like to try.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 02:32:34 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 02:01:12 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 12:27:19 PM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:50:49 AM
Quote from: flannj on August 12, 2010, 11:36:58 AM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:27:15 AM
If overseas, Cuba's Havana Club makes fantastic rum.

I actually had it in Cuba and managed to sneak some home.
It is outstanding.

I used to sneak in absinthe from the czech republic when I'd visit there.
Much better than the fake absinthe crap here in the US.

What's it like? (face on hands, elbows on table)

Tastes like liquorice.

Overrated by people who rate such things.

Exactly right. The hallucinogenic properties aren't much more than they would be if you drank a comparable amount of any other strong liquor.

All that and I have a bottle in my house just sitting there.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 03:01:48 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 02:32:34 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 02:01:12 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 12:27:19 PM
Quote from: BH on August 12, 2010, 11:50:49 AM
I used to sneak in absinthe from the czech republic when I'd visit there.
Much better than the fake absinthe crap here in the US.

What's it like? (face on hands, elbows on table)

Tastes like liquorice.

Overrated by people who rate such things.

Exactly right. The hallucinogenic properties aren't much more than they would be if you drank a comparable amount of any other strong liquor.

All that and I have a bottle in my house just sitting there.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Absinthe

QuoteToday it is known that absinthe does not cause hallucinations. Thujone, the active chemical in absinthe, is a GABA antagonist; and while it can produce muscle spasms in large doses, there is no evidence that it causes hallucinations. It has been speculated that reports of hallucinogenic effects of absinthe may have been due to poisonous chemicals being added to cheaper versions of the drink in the 19th century, to give it a more vivid colour.

...

Past reports estimated thujone levels in absinthe as being high—up to 260 mg/kg of absinthe. More recently, published scientific analyses of samples of various original absinthes have disproven earlier estimates, showing that very little of the thujone present in wormwood actually makes it into a properly distilled absinthe when using historical recipes and methods. Most proper absinthes, both vintage and modern, are within the current EU limits.

...

A study in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol concluded that high doses (0.28 mg/kg) of thujone in alcohol had negative effects on attention performance. It slowed down reaction time, and caused subjects to concentrate their attention in the central field of vision. Low doses (0.028 mg/kg)did not produce an effect noticeably different from plain alcohol. While the effects of this high dose were statistically significant in a double blind test, the test subjects themselves were unable to reliably identify which samples were the ones containing thujone. For the average 65 kg man, the high dose in the study would be 18.2 mg of thujone. The EU limit of 10 mg/L of thujone in absinthe means that about 1.8 liters of the highest legal thujone content absinthe would have to be drunk to reach the measured effects, a feat likely to cause alcohol poisoning.

...

The prevailing consensus of interpretation of United States law and regulations among American absinthe connoisseurs is that, with the revision of thujone levels by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), it is now legal to purchase such a product for personal use in the United States. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) food and beverages that contain Artemisia species must be thujone free. Thujone free is defined as containing less than 10ppm thujone.

...

A faux-absinthe liquor called Absente, made with southern wormwood (Artemisia abrotanum) instead of grande wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), is sold legally in the United States. This was the first U.S. approval referring to "absinthe" on the front label; the front label says "Absinthe Refined" but the TTB classified the product as liqueur. In 2007, TTB relaxed the absinthe ban, and has now approved over 50 brands for sale. These brands must pass TTB testing, which is conducted using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry. The TTB considers a product to be thujone-free if the FDA's test measures less than 10ppm (equal to 10 mg/kg) thujone. St. George Spirits, a California distillery, began producing and selling absinthe in 2007, making it the first U.S. company to do so since 1912.

It tastes like liquorice and drinking it the traditional way is a thoroughly gay experience (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Absinthiana).

The only people I've ever known that have been into the stuff have been goth-types. Which figures.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass boot.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.

Oh, of course. May I suggest the "Perfect" Manhattan?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:37:11 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.

Oh, of course. May I suggest the "Perfect" Manhattan?

You may.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 03:40:43 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

Yes sir, thank you sir.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Eli on August 12, 2010, 03:41:14 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

I enjoyed this.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:47:34 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:37:11 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.

Oh, of course. May I suggest the "Perfect" Manhattan?

You may.

Then I suggest that.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:49:48 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:47:34 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:37:11 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.

Oh, of course. May I suggest the "Perfect" Manhattan?

You may.

Then I suggest that.

Got it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 04:03:06 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:49:48 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:47:34 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:37:11 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.

Oh, of course. May I suggest the "Perfect" Manhattan?

You may.

Then I suggest that.

Got it.

Good.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: R-V on August 12, 2010, 04:54:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.

That's easy - wear a watch around your belt loop. Any other questions?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 05:14:24 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2010, 03:40:43 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

Yes sir, thank you sir.

Want to go to a club where people wee on each other?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 05:18:07 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 12, 2010, 03:29:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 03:25:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:24:10 PM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 03:22:44 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 12, 2010, 03:20:32 PM
Quote from: Night Man on August 12, 2010, 03:19:38 PM
Ever drink Baileys from a shoe?

I typically drink beer from a 2 L glass bootclown shoe.

Nixoned.

GOD FUCKING DAMNIT.  DON'T RUIN THIS THREAD FOR ME TOO!!!!

FUCK!

This thread just got so much more awesome.

Let's just not get distracted from the point of this thread. I need to know how to get plastered in style.

Oh, of course. May I suggest the "Perfect" Manhattan?

My dad drank Perfect Rob Roys.

I guess it's like a Perfect Manhattan, but with more porridge wog patriotism.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on August 12, 2010, 08:30:20 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

What is your prefered brand to smash on the floor?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:40:49 PM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 08:30:20 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

What is your prefered brand to smash on the floor?

I don't remember.  I think it was Stoli.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CBStew on August 12, 2010, 08:58:28 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:40:49 PM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 08:30:20 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

What is your prefered brand to smash on the floor?

I don't remember.  I think it was Stoli.

Tell us about the absinthe.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Eli on August 12, 2010, 10:49:14 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.

Like, really loudly?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 02:47:52 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

THI.

SKO, if you want to get drunk in style, this is all you need to know.  Except that, of course, a martini is made with gin, not vodka.  Oleg's a dumb Uke, and so is James Bond.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 03:04:07 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

Also, THI.

Any decent spirit should be perfectly palatable - if not better, even - at room temperature.  A drop of water in your malt is the only time you should ever dilute anything that's being drunk without a mixer.

Of course, if you're drinking pish (for instance this (http://costa-bar-supplies.com/costa/images/GORDONS%20GIN.jpg), this (http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kta78vKxij1qa90hco1_500.gif), this (http://blog.random-neural-activity.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/rigablackbalsam.jpg), or more or less anything Greek), then go for your life.  Do whatever you need to do to mask the awful, awful taste.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 13, 2010, 07:30:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 03:04:07 AM
Quote from: Oleg
God damn I love me my vodka.

Also, THI.

Any decent spirit should be perfectly palatable - if not better, even - at room temperature.  A drop of water in your malt is the only time you should ever dilute anything that's being drunk without a mixer.


That's not to say a properly chilled (or frozen) vodka can't be an enjoyable experience, along with either Beluga & toasts or nice crusty bread.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 07:31:50 AM
Quote from: CBStew on August 12, 2010, 08:58:28 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:40:49 PM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 08:30:20 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

What is your prefered brand to smash on the floor?

I don't remember.  I think it was Stoli.

Tell us about the absinthe.

The only time I had absinthe was in London just after we invaded Afghanistan.  It was in some weird goth-like bar (I think somewhere near Piccadilly, but I don't remember).  It wasn't that great and didn't do much that any strong alcohol hasn't done.  I can see why someone would think it was hallucinogenic, but you probably need to drink a lot of it, which was just not in the cards.

I did end up getting into a weird argument with some Irish Republican over the war.  Once he realized I was American, he didn't care that we had our politics in common, he just wanted to yell at me for a war that I was most definitely not in favor of in the first place.  It was quite bizarre.  Once I found out he was and Irish nationalist, I just kind of gave him shit about supporting the crown and shit like that.  Apparently, I was kind of lucky to leave with my life.

I swear this part is true...as we were walking out, he was making out with some Italian dude.  It was a bizarre scene, man.

Maybe there really is something to this absinthe stuff after all.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 07:57:02 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 07:31:50 AM
Quote from: CBStew on August 12, 2010, 08:58:28 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:40:49 PM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 08:30:20 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

What is your prefered brand to smash on the floor?

I don't remember.  I think it was Stoli.

Tell us about the absinthe.

The only time I had absinthe was in London just after we invaded Afghanistan.  It was in some weird goth-like bar (I think somewhere near Piccadilly, but I don't remember).  It wasn't that great and didn't do much that any strong alcohol hasn't done.  I can see why someone would think it was hallucinogenic, but you probably need to drink a lot of it, which was just not in the cards.

I did end up getting into a weird argument with some Irish Republican over the war.  Once he realized I was American, he didn't care that we had our politics in common, he just wanted to yell at me for a war that I was most definitely not in favor of in the first place.  It was quite bizarre.  Once I found out he was and Irish nationalist, I just kind of gave him shit about supporting the crown and shit like that.  Apparently, I was kind of lucky to leave with my life.

I swear this part is true...as we were walking out, he was making out with some Italian dude.  It was a bizarre scene, man.

Maybe there really is something to this absinthe stuff after all.

I was given, and drank, a very large absinthe immediately upon arrival in Riga for my Stag weekend.  I didn't hallucinate, but the World definitely went a little fuzzy around the edges for an hour or so.

Also, fuck the IRA.  When I'm king of the World, Slab Murphy and his mob will be first against the wall.  Murderous bastards.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 07:57:47 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 13, 2010, 07:30:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 03:04:07 AM
Quote from: Oleg
God damn I love me my vodka.

Also, THI.

Any decent spirit should be perfectly palatable - if not better, even - at room temperature.  A drop of water in your malt is the only time you should ever dilute anything that's being drunk without a mixer.


That's not to say a properly chilled (or frozen) vodka can't be an enjoyable experience, along with either Beluga & toasts or nice crusty bread.

Which is why I very carefully didn't say that.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 13, 2010, 08:23:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 07:57:47 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 13, 2010, 07:30:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 03:04:07 AM
Quote from: Oleg
God damn I love me my vodka.

Also, THI.

Any decent spirit should be perfectly palatable - if not better, even - at room temperature.  A drop of water in your malt is the only time you should ever dilute anything that's being drunk without a mixer.


That's not to say a properly chilled (or frozen) vodka can't be an enjoyable experience, along with either Beluga & toasts or nice crusty bread.

Which is why I very carefully didn't say that.

Yeah, but you also didn't say what goes well with ram's balls.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 08:39:51 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 13, 2010, 08:23:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 07:57:47 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 13, 2010, 07:30:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 03:04:07 AM
Quote from: Oleg
God damn I love me my vodka.

Also, THI.

Any decent spirit should be perfectly palatable - if not better, even - at room temperature.  A drop of water in your malt is the only time you should ever dilute anything that's being drunk without a mixer.


That's not to say a properly chilled (or frozen) vodka can't be an enjoyable experience, along with either Beluga & toasts or nice crusty bread.

Which is why I very carefully didn't say that.

Yeah, but you also didn't say what goes well with ram's balls.

Duh.  Everything goes well with rams' balls.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 08:56:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 02:47:52 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

THI.

SKO, if you want to get drunk in style, this is all you need to know.  Except that, of course, a martini is made with gin, not vodka.  Oleg's a dumb Uke, and so is James Bond.

The only time I've ever gotten a martini I had it with Gin. As far as the colorless spirits go, Gin is tops. Vodka doesn't even compare in my book. Also, light, non-spiced rum is the devil's work.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 09:13:29 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 08:56:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 02:47:52 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

THI.

SKO, if you want to get drunk in style, this is all you need to know.  Except that, of course, a martini is made with gin, not vodka.  Oleg's a dumb Uke, and so is James Bond.

The only time I've ever gotten a martini I had it with Gin. As far as the colorless spirits go, Gin is tops. Vodka doesn't even compare in my book. Also, light, non-spiced rum is the devil's work.

It really is just a matter of taste.  Nothing against gin, I just really like my vodka.

Which brings up one more point.  If any of you nannies drinking Stoli Orange or some other fruit falvored vodka, go fuck yourself.  Fucking pansies.

Except TDubbs and IAN.  I expect that shit from you assclowns.  But you're still pansies.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on August 13, 2010, 09:19:30 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 09:13:29 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 08:56:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 02:47:52 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

THI.

SKO, if you want to get drunk in style, this is all you need to know.  Except that, of course, a martini is made with gin, not vodka.  Oleg's a dumb Uke, and so is James Bond.

The only time I've ever gotten a martini I had it with Gin. As far as the colorless spirits go, Gin is tops. Vodka doesn't even compare in my book. Also, light, non-spiced rum is the devil's work.

It really is just a matter of taste.  Nothing against gin, I just really like my vodka.

Which brings up one more point.  If any of you nannies drinking Stoli Orange or some other fruit falvored vodka, go fuck yourself.  Fucking pansies.

Except TDubbs and IAN.  I expect that shit from you assclowns.  But you're still pansies.

I drink sweet tea vodka and I don't give a shit what you think.  It's awesome.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 09:19:57 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 09:13:29 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 08:56:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 02:47:52 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

THI.

SKO, if you want to get drunk in style, this is all you need to know.  Except that, of course, a martini is made with gin, not vodka.  Oleg's a dumb Uke, and so is James Bond.

The only time I've ever gotten a martini I had it with Gin. As far as the colorless spirits go, Gin is tops. Vodka doesn't even compare in my book. Also, light, non-spiced rum is the devil's work.

It really is just a matter of taste.  Nothing against gin, I just really like my vodka.

Which brings up one more point.  If any of you nannies drinking Stoli Orange or some other fruit falvored vodka, go fuck yourself.  Fucking pansies.

Except TDubbs and IAN.  I expect that shit from you assclowns.  But you're still pansies.

We had a guy in my dorm that was an asswipe from New Jersey. He'd do shit like blast Taylor Swift songs at full volume late into the night because he thought it was funny how pissed off people got. He had every flavor of Smirnoff "twist" or whatever the fuck it's called in his room and anytime you ran into him his first question was "dude, you drinkin?" After which he'd precede to detail just how much of his fruity vodka he had consumed to that point. Later on that guy lit a kid's shoe on fire, which set the fire alarm off and sent all of us out into the night at 2 am in the middle of February with 6 inches of snow on the ground. We responded by dipping his bed sheets in the toilet and throwing his actual bed over the top of the stalls to the bathroom. I hope that kid dies. Mainly, however, I hate the fruity vodka that I will forever associate with that assface.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:32:05 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 07:31:50 AM
Quote from: CBStew on August 12, 2010, 08:58:28 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:40:49 PM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 08:30:20 PM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

What is your prefered brand to smash on the floor?

I don't remember.  I think it was Stoli.

Tell us about the absinthe.

The only time I had absinthe was in London just after we invaded Afghanistan.  It was in some weird goth-like bar (I think somewhere near Piccadilly, but I don't remember).  It wasn't that great and didn't do much that any strong alcohol hasn't done.  I can see why someone would think it was hallucinogenic, but you probably need to drink a lot of it, which was just not in the cards.

I did end up getting into a weird argument with some Irish Republican over the war.  Once he realized I was American, he didn't care that we had our politics in common, he just wanted to yell at me for a war that I was most definitely not in favor of in the first place.  It was quite bizarre.  Once I found out he was and Irish nationalist, I just kind of gave him shit about supporting the crown and shit like that.  Apparently, I was kind of lucky to leave with my life.

I swear this part is true...as we were walking out, he was making out with some Italian dude.  It was a bizarre scene, man.

Maybe there really is something to this absinthe stuff after all.


You must have been exhausted, and scared. And yet you drank absinthe. You're a real American hero, Oleg. God bless you.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 10:04:32 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Dude.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: R-V on August 13, 2010, 10:05:22 AM
So - new Mad Men on Sunday?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on August 13, 2010, 10:06:44 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 13, 2010, 08:23:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 07:57:47 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 13, 2010, 07:30:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 03:04:07 AM
Quote from: Oleg
God damn I love me my vodka.

Also, THI.

Any decent spirit should be perfectly palatable - if not better, even - at room temperature.  A drop of water in your malt is the only time you should ever dilute anything that's being drunk without a mixer.


That's not to say a properly chilled (or frozen) vodka can't be an enjoyable experience, along with either Beluga & toasts or nice crusty bread.

Which is why I very carefully didn't say that.

Yeah, but you also didn't say what goes well with ram's balls.

A ram's dick, of course.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 10:09:49 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

Anything to work up a good thirst.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:26:36 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?

Oh go throw on some petticoats and hide from General Sherman.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:27:10 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:26:36 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?

Oh go throw on some petticoats and hide from General Sherman.

Nothing good can come of this.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:28:20 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:27:10 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:26:36 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?

Oh go throw on some petticoats and hide from General Sherman.

Nothing good can come of this.

Pipe down, Ivan. You're next.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:29:46 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:27:10 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:26:36 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?

Oh go throw on some petticoats and hide from General Sherman.

Nothing good can come of this.

I wholeheartedly disagree (http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/civil-war/1861/december/charleston-burning.htm).
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:32:33 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:29:46 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:27:10 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:26:36 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?

Oh go throw on some petticoats and hide from General Sherman.

Nothing good can come of this.

I wholeheartedly disagree (http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/civil-war/1861/december/charleston-burning.htm).

I've already run out of thinks to say about your jerkwater burg. Could you tell your close neighbors to do something, anything, historically interesting so that I can mock it?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 10:33:50 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:32:33 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:29:46 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:27:10 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:26:36 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?

Oh go throw on some petticoats and hide from General Sherman.

Nothing good can come of this.

I wholeheartedly disagree (http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/civil-war/1861/december/charleston-burning.htm).

I've already run out of thinks to say about your jerkwater burg. Could you tell your close neighbors to do something, anything, historically interesting so that I can mock it?

They produced Kyle Orton. You can have at that if you wish.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:37:24 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:32:33 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:29:46 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:27:10 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:26:36 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:18:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:13:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:12:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 10:07:45 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 10:03:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 09:39:04 AM
DPD.

Nice work, Oleg. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/as_afghanistan

You've earned yourself one hell of a time at the Phish show. Enjoy, my friend. (chokes up)

Here's an idea.  How about we don't invade other countries, you fucking Indiana hayseed.

Are you suggesting we invade our own country again? Excellent. SOUTH CAROLINA MUST BE DESTROYED!

I Just learned that South Carolina has drive-through liquor stroes.  You'll destroy it over my dead body.

We have those in Illinois, too. I'm at least burning Charleston, come hell or high water.

They I'll burn whatever cornfield your tarpaper hovel is in, Carpetbagger.

Ooh, look! Big talk from a South Carolinian. I can't see where this would possibly end in disaster four or five years down the road.

And what has your precious Iowa done lately? Gay marriage?

Oh go throw on some petticoats and hide from General Sherman.

Nothing good can come of this.

I wholeheartedly disagree (http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/civil-war/1861/december/charleston-burning.htm).

I've already run out of thinks to say about your jerkwater burg. Could you tell your close neighbors to do something, anything, historically interesting so that I can mock it?

We just wanna have fun.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:39:58 AM
Thinks to say? Bad HUEYBOARD.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on August 13, 2010, 10:43:27 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:39:58 AM
Thinks to say? Bad HUEYBOARD.

I just assumed you were already hammed up from those perfect Manhattans. Me I woke up with my contacts in and my clothes still on at 5 a.m. today. Jack Daniels is a hard man. 
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenPho on August 13, 2010, 11:21:26 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 09:19:57 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 13, 2010, 09:13:29 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 13, 2010, 08:56:58 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 13, 2010, 02:47:52 AM
Quote from: Oleg on August 12, 2010, 08:23:52 PM
I'm not much into whiskey, but I had a shot of some Irish stuff Monday night that was simply delicious and smooth.  I can't remember what it was called...some Irish name.

Good tequila is really good.

But, the good stuff...

When drinking a mixed drink, any vodka will do, even the cheap shit.  If you're not going to taste it anyway, why bother.  The exception is vodka and soda.  Use at least call vodka for that.  As for hangovers...well, if you're drinking enough mixed drinks to be hungover the next day, fuck off.  Do shots.

When doing shots, do nothing less expensive than Stoli.  In fact, Stoli is pretty much favorite that won't usually kill the wallet.  My dad keeps Svedka around.  Sometimes Three Olives.  Either is fine when not looking to go broke.  This is most certainly NOT sipping vodka.  Keep these strictly for shots.

When drinking martinis or on the rocks, keep to the expensive vodkas.  I prefer Chopin, which is a potato vodka.  Most places don't have that, but they do have Belvedere, which is the grain brother of Chopin.  I usually stick to one of these unless there's something really rare around.  I drink my martinis about as dry as can be.  You can never have too little vermouth.  Grey Goose is fine, but I just simply prefer the Polish stuff.

One more note.  For fuck's sake, do not get your vodka shots chilled, if they are not coming out of the freezer.  If you see a bartender begin to pour your vodka over ice before pouring it to your shot glass, yell at him/her.  It's a fucking crime.  Why would anyone water down their vodka like that?  Just man up and shoot it warm and not watered down.

God damn I love me my vodka.

THI.

SKO, if you want to get drunk in style, this is all you need to know.  Except that, of course, a martini is made with gin, not vodka.  Oleg's a dumb Uke, and so is James Bond.

The only time I've ever gotten a martini I had it with Gin. As far as the colorless spirits go, Gin is tops. Vodka doesn't even compare in my book. Also, light, non-spiced rum is the devil's work.

It really is just a matter of taste.  Nothing against gin, I just really like my vodka.

Which brings up one more point.  If any of you nannies drinking Stoli Orange or some other fruit falvored vodka, go fuck yourself.  Fucking pansies.

Except TDubbs and IAN.  I expect that shit from you assclowns.  But you're still pansies.

We had a guy in my dorm that was an asswipe from New Jersey. He'd do shit like blast Taylor Swift songs at full volume late into the night because he thought it was funny how pissed off people got. He had every flavor of Smirnoff "twist" or whatever the fuck it's called in his room and anytime you ran into him his first question was "dude, you drinkin?" After which he'd precede to detail just how much of his fruity vodka he had consumed to that point. Later on that guy lit a kid's shoe on fire, which set the fire alarm off and sent all of us out into the night at 2 am in the middle of February with 6 inches of snow on the ground. We responded by dipping his bed sheets in the toilet and throwing his actual bed over the top of the stalls to the bathroom. I hope that kid dies. Mainly, however, I hate the fruity vodka that I will forever associate with that assface.

Fucking CT.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Yeti on August 13, 2010, 11:45:44 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 13, 2010, 10:39:58 AM
Thinks to say? Bad HUEYBOARD.

Seem
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: powen01 on August 15, 2010, 02:15:18 PM
Quote from: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 12:39:28 PM

Whisky (no 'e').  Man, where to start?  First of all, if you're drinking neat whisky, it has to be single malt.  If you're not drinking it neat, then Happy Shopper Cooking Whisky is fine.  I'm not generally a big fan of the peaty whiskies (Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Ardbeg and so on) BUT the Ardbeg Supernova, which is apparently the World's peatiest whisky, is exceptional.  I prefer whisky that's come from the seaside and tastes like it - Clynelish is seaweedy and salty and my absolute, absolute favourite.  Highland Park 18 (from Orkney, half way to Norway) is also great - although also quite peaty.  Hmm... turns out, I do like peaty whiskies after all.  Glenlivet is a really good, inexpensive, pretty neutral single malt that is a good place to start if you're not sure... I think somebody mentioned Aberlour earlier, which is also a very serviceable, inexpensive, middle-of-the-road malt.  Try some of the port/sherry/madeira cask finishes that Glenmorangie, for instance, do.  And don't ever, ever try Loch Dhu.  It's a black whisky (it looks like Guinness) and tastes of bananas.  They stopped making it, and I can't blame them.


Just tried some last night.  F'ing fantastic.  Thanks for the recommendation, mate. 
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on August 16, 2010, 02:14:47 AM
Quote from: powen01 on August 15, 2010, 02:15:18 PM
Quote from: Tonker on August 12, 2010, 12:39:28 PM

Whisky (no 'e').  Man, where to start?  First of all, if you're drinking neat whisky, it has to be single malt.  If you're not drinking it neat, then Happy Shopper Cooking Whisky is fine.  I'm not generally a big fan of the peaty whiskies (Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Ardbeg and so on) BUT the Ardbeg Supernova, which is apparently the World's peatiest whisky, is exceptional.  I prefer whisky that's come from the seaside and tastes like it - Clynelish is seaweedy and salty and my absolute, absolute favourite.  Highland Park 18 (from Orkney, half way to Norway) is also great - although also quite peaty.  Hmm... turns out, I do like peaty whiskies after all.  Glenlivet is a really good, inexpensive, pretty neutral single malt that is a good place to start if you're not sure... I think somebody mentioned Aberlour earlier, which is also a very serviceable, inexpensive, middle-of-the-road malt.  Try some of the port/sherry/madeira cask finishes that Glenmorangie, for instance, do.  And don't ever, ever try Loch Dhu.  It's a black whisky (it looks like Guinness) and tastes of bananas.  They stopped making it, and I can't blame them.


Just tried some last night.  F'ing fantastic.  Thanks for the recommendation, mate. 

Uncle Tonk will always see you right.  Good work fella - glad you enjoyed it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:29:43 AM
Had some Jim Beam Black last night because it was on sale. Good stuff for a pretty decent price. Not as smooth as your average bourbon. Tasted like a Jim Beam/Jack Daniels fusion, actually. Good for shots.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on September 01, 2010, 09:31:27 AM
http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2010-08/24/pissky

Quote(http://i.imgur.com/1A0G7.png)

James Gilpin is a designer and researcher who works on the implementation of new biomedical technologies. He's also got type 1 diabetes, where his body doesn't produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.

So he's started a project (http://www.we-make-money-not-art.com/archives/2010/08/gilpin-family-whisky.php) called Gilpin Family Whisky (http://www.jamesgilpin.com/gilpinfamilywhis.html), which turns the sugar-rich urine of elderly diabetics into a high-end single malt whisky, suitable for export.

The source material is acquired from elderly volunteers, including Gilpin's own grandmother, Patricia. The urine is purified in the same way as mains water is purified, with the sugar molecules removed and added to the mash stock to accelerate the whisky's fermentation process. Traditionally, that sugar would be made from the starches in the mash.

Once fermented into a clear alcohol spirit, whisky blends are added to give colour, taste and viscosity, and the product is bottled with the name and age of the contributor.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 01, 2010, 09:36:00 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on September 01, 2010, 09:31:27 AM
http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2010-08/24/pissky

Quote(http://i.imgur.com/1A0G7.png)

James Gilpin is a designer and researcher who works on the implementation of new biomedical technologies. He's also got type 1 diabetes, where his body doesn't produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.

So he's started a project (http://www.we-make-money-not-art.com/archives/2010/08/gilpin-family-whisky.php) called Gilpin Family Whisky (http://www.jamesgilpin.com/gilpinfamilywhis.html), which turns the sugar-rich urine of elderly diabetics into a high-end single malt whisky, suitable for export.

The source material is acquired from elderly volunteers, including Gilpin's own grandmother, Patricia. The urine is purified in the same way as mains water is purified, with the sugar molecules removed and added to the mash stock to accelerate the whisky's fermentation process. Traditionally, that sugar would be made from the starches in the mash.

Once fermented into a clear alcohol spirit, whisky blends are added to give colour, taste and viscosity, and the product is bottled with the name and age of the contributor.

....
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on September 01, 2010, 10:59:34 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 01, 2010, 09:36:00 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on September 01, 2010, 09:31:27 AM
http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2010-08/24/pissky

Quote(http://i.imgur.com/1A0G7.png)

James Gilpin is a designer and researcher who works on the implementation of new biomedical technologies. He's also got type 1 diabetes, where his body doesn't produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.

So he's started a project (http://www.we-make-money-not-art.com/archives/2010/08/gilpin-family-whisky.php) called Gilpin Family Whisky (http://www.jamesgilpin.com/gilpinfamilywhis.html), which turns the sugar-rich urine of elderly diabetics into a high-end single malt whisky, suitable for export.

The source material is acquired from elderly volunteers, including Gilpin's own grandmother, Patricia. The urine is purified in the same way as mains water is purified, with the sugar molecules removed and added to the mash stock to accelerate the whisky's fermentation process. Traditionally, that sugar would be made from the starches in the mash.

Once fermented into a clear alcohol spirit, whisky blends are added to give colour, taste and viscosity, and the product is bottled with the name and age of the contributor.

....

I ain't drinkin' no piss whiskey.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on September 01, 2010, 11:50:25 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on September 01, 2010, 10:59:34 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 01, 2010, 09:36:00 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on September 01, 2010, 09:31:27 AM
http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2010-08/24/pissky

Quote(http://i.imgur.com/1A0G7.png)

James Gilpin is a designer and researcher who works on the implementation of new biomedical technologies. He's also got type 1 diabetes, where his body doesn't produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.

So he's started a project (http://www.we-make-money-not-art.com/archives/2010/08/gilpin-family-whisky.php) called Gilpin Family Whisky (http://www.jamesgilpin.com/gilpinfamilywhis.html), which turns the sugar-rich urine of elderly diabetics into a high-end single malt whisky, suitable for export.

The source material is acquired from elderly volunteers, including Gilpin's own grandmother, Patricia. The urine is purified in the same way as mains water is purified, with the sugar molecules removed and added to the mash stock to accelerate the whisky's fermentation process. Traditionally, that sugar would be made from the starches in the mash.

Once fermented into a clear alcohol spirit, whisky blends are added to give colour, taste and viscosity, and the product is bottled with the name and age of the contributor.

....

I ain't drinkin' no piss whiskey.

Oh, fuck that.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 10, 2010, 01:58:27 PM
Picked up a bottle of this on a whim at lunch today.

(http://www.proof66.com/Images/Isle%20of%20Jura%20Superstition.jpg)

I'm hoping it's worth a try.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: powen01 on September 10, 2010, 03:43:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 10, 2010, 01:58:27 PM
Picked up a bottle of this on a whim at lunch today.

(http://www.proof66.com/Images/Isle%20of%20Jura%20Superstition.jpg)

I'm hoping it's worth a try.

Looks like a swarthy cologne bottle for bears.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 10, 2010, 03:52:23 PM
Quote from: powen01 on September 10, 2010, 03:43:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 10, 2010, 01:58:27 PM
Picked up a bottle of this on a whim at lunch today.

(http://www.proof66.com/Images/Isle%20of%20Jura%20Superstition.jpg)

I'm hoping it's worth a try.

Looks like a swarthy cologne bottle for bears.

Then it's worth a try...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on September 10, 2010, 04:43:25 PM
Intrepid Reader: TDubbs

I told you that Lost was real.

(http://i.imgur.com/BRxRJ.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 10, 2010, 06:28:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on September 10, 2010, 04:43:25 PM
Intrepid Reader: TDubbs

I told you that Lost was real.

(http://i.imgur.com/BRxRJ.jpg)

The fact that Lost used Ankhs is the least surprising etc.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on September 10, 2010, 08:25:31 PM
Quote from: powen01 on September 10, 2010, 03:43:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 10, 2010, 01:58:27 PM
Picked up a bottle of this on a whim at lunch today.

(http://www.proof66.com/Images/Isle%20of%20Jura%20Superstition.jpg)

I'm hoping it's worth a try.

Looks like a swarthy cologne bottle for bears.

Took the words right out of my mouth. (||)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 10, 2010, 10:09:10 PM
The Bear Cologne is pretty decent. I'd give it a B+
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on September 10, 2010, 11:08:40 PM
In order to toast my recently deceased friend, a friend of ours brought us a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue Label provided by his very wealthy father. It was the greatest beverage I've ever had. I only wish it came under better circumstances. Also, I met THE Gil Gunderson and he provided me with a bottle of Woodford Reserve bourbon, and it's everything he said it would be.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on September 12, 2010, 11:59:13 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 10, 2010, 11:08:40 PM
In order to toast my recently deceased friend, a friend of ours brought us a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue Label provided by his very wealthy father. It was the greatest beverage I've ever had. I only wish it came under better circumstances. Also, I met THE Gil Gunderson and he provided me with a bottle of Woodford Reserve bourbon, and it's everything he said it would be.

I'm sure Johnny Walker Blue Label is good, but nonetheless I'd balk at paying a couple of hundred bucks for a bottle of blended whisky.  I just can't see how it can be as good as a malt.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on September 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on September 12, 2010, 11:59:13 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 10, 2010, 11:08:40 PM
In order to toast my recently deceased friend, a friend of ours brought us a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue Label provided by his very wealthy father. It was the greatest beverage I've ever had. I only wish it came under better circumstances. Also, I met THE Gil Gunderson and he provided me with a bottle of Woodford Reserve bourbon, and it's everything he said it would be.

I'm sure Johnny Walker Blue Label is good, but nonetheless I'd balk at paying a couple of hundred bucks for a bottle of blended whisky.  I just can't see how it can be as good as a malt.

Trust me, it's worth it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on September 13, 2010, 04:14:42 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on September 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on September 12, 2010, 11:59:13 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 10, 2010, 11:08:40 PM
In order to toast my recently deceased friend, a friend of ours brought us a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue Label provided by his very wealthy father. It was the greatest beverage I've ever had. I only wish it came under better circumstances. Also, I met THE Gil Gunderson and he provided me with a bottle of Woodford Reserve bourbon, and it's everything he said it would be.

I'm sure Johnny Walker Blue Label is good, but nonetheless I'd balk at paying a couple of hundred bucks for a bottle of blended whisky.  I just can't see how it can be as good as a malt.

Trust me, it's worth it.

Do you drink malts, too, Gil?  Because I really need the opinion of somebody who knows the difference...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on September 13, 2010, 09:58:25 AM
Quote from: Tonker on September 13, 2010, 04:14:42 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on September 12, 2010, 03:31:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on September 12, 2010, 11:59:13 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 10, 2010, 11:08:40 PM
In order to toast my recently deceased friend, a friend of ours brought us a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue Label provided by his very wealthy father. It was the greatest beverage I've ever had. I only wish it came under better circumstances. Also, I met THE Gil Gunderson and he provided me with a bottle of Woodford Reserve bourbon, and it's everything he said it would be.

I'm sure Johnny Walker Blue Label is good, but nonetheless I'd balk at paying a couple of hundred bucks for a bottle of blended whisky.  I just can't see how it can be as good as a malt.

Trust me, it's worth it.

Do you drink malts, too, Gil?  Because I really need the opinion of somebody who knows the difference...

I do indeed.  And it's still worth it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 13, 2010, 10:52:16 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I drink the good stuff more-or-less neat, but with a few drops of water. It seems to help open up the flavor.

If it's lower down the scotch food chain, I'll have it on the rocks.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on September 13, 2010, 11:06:54 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 10:52:16 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I drink the good stuff more-or-less neat, but with a few drops of water. It seems to help open up the flavor.

If it's lower down the scotch food chain, I'll have it on the rocks.

I'd heard that adding water isn't a bush league move by any means. I'm no connoisseur but I recently had some Nectar D'Or with a cigar and it was fucking oustanding. Splash of water in the scotch. You could really taste the flavors once the water was added.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 13, 2010, 11:09:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 13, 2010, 11:06:54 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 10:52:16 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I drink the good stuff more-or-less neat, but with a few drops of water. It seems to help open up the flavor.

If it's lower down the scotch food chain, I'll have it on the rocks.

I'd heard that adding water isn't a bush league move by any means. I'm no connoisseur but I recently had some Nectar D'Or with a cigar and it was fucking oustanding. Splash of water in the scotch. You could really taste the flavors once the water was added.

A small splash in Laphroig and it becomes ridiculously complex, even more so than without the water.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tony on September 13, 2010, 11:22:44 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 11:09:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 13, 2010, 11:06:54 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 10:52:16 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I drink the good stuff more-or-less neat, but with a few drops of water. It seems to help open up the flavor.

If it's lower down the scotch food chain, I'll have it on the rocks.

I'd heard that adding water isn't a bush league move by any means. I'm no connoisseur but I recently had some Nectar D'Or with a cigar and it was fucking oustanding. Splash of water in the scotch. You could really taste the flavors once the water was added.

A small splash in Laphroig and it becomes ridiculously complex, even more so than without the water.

That's what I thought about adding a little water. I haven't explored single malts nearly as much as I want to yet, but I'll take a different approach depending on what I'm drinking and when I'm drinking it. If it's after dinner and I'm chilled out and relaxing I'll drink it with a splash of water. If I'm at a bar and I'm not in the mood for beer I'll sometimes get it on the rocks, but only with something commonplace like Glenlivet.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 13, 2010, 11:31:10 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 11:22:44 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 11:09:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 13, 2010, 11:06:54 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 10:52:16 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I drink the good stuff more-or-less neat, but with a few drops of water. It seems to help open up the flavor.

If it's lower down the scotch food chain, I'll have it on the rocks.

I'd heard that adding water isn't a bush league move by any means. I'm no connoisseur but I recently had some Nectar D'Or with a cigar and it was fucking oustanding. Splash of water in the scotch. You could really taste the flavors once the water was added.

A small splash in Laphroig and it becomes ridiculously complex, even more so than without the water.

That's what I thought about adding a little water. I haven't explored single malts nearly as much as I want to yet, but I'll take a different approach depending on what I'm drinking and when I'm drinking it. If it's after dinner and I'm chilled out and relaxing I'll drink it with a splash of water. If I'm at a bar and I'm not in the mood for beer I'll sometimes get it on the rocks, but only with something commonplace like Glenlivet.

Yeah, that's pretty much my game plan.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on September 13, 2010, 12:15:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 11:31:10 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 11:22:44 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 11:09:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 13, 2010, 11:06:54 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 10:52:16 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I drink the good stuff more-or-less neat, but with a few drops of water. It seems to help open up the flavor.

If it's lower down the scotch food chain, I'll have it on the rocks.

I'd heard that adding water isn't a bush league move by any means. I'm no connoisseur but I recently had some Nectar D'Or with a cigar and it was fucking oustanding. Splash of water in the scotch. You could really taste the flavors once the water was added.

A small splash in Laphroig and it becomes ridiculously complex, even more so than without the water.

That's what I thought about adding a little water. I haven't explored single malts nearly as much as I want to yet, but I'll take a different approach depending on what I'm drinking and when I'm drinking it. If it's after dinner and I'm chilled out and relaxing I'll drink it with a splash of water. If I'm at a bar and I'm not in the mood for beer I'll sometimes get it on the rocks, but only with something commonplace like Glenlivet.

Yeah, that's pretty much my game plan.

Neat:
Any good single malt.
A fine bourbon like Woodford Reserve, 1792, or Knob Creek
Johnny Walker Black or above

On the rocks:
Jameson
Jim Beam

Mixed with something to mask the god awful taste of swill:
Jack Daniels
Evan Williams
Seagrams
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 13, 2010, 01:27:49 PM
I would move Seagrams to the category of "Only use to clean toilets and polish silverware."
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on September 13, 2010, 01:29:31 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 01:27:49 PM
I would move Seagrams to the category of "Only use to clean toilets and polish silverware."

I was under 21 once. And also poor. And my friend's parents had a liquor cabinet full of it. O, what one must do to engage in the sweet, mystifying properties of intoxication.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on September 13, 2010, 01:29:49 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 01:27:49 PM
I would move Seagrams to the category of "Only use to clean toilets and polish silverware."

like Bar Keepers Friend?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on September 13, 2010, 01:59:46 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on September 13, 2010, 01:29:49 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 13, 2010, 01:27:49 PM
I would move Seagrams to the category of "Only use to clean toilets and polish silverware."

like Bar Keepers Friend?

Certainly isn't my friend.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Kermit IV on September 13, 2010, 05:17:27 PM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

Sitting down, between the legs.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on September 14, 2010, 09:38:26 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I'm with Slak - more often than not, a drop or two of room-temperature water opens up a good malt.  It's really a question of taste, but having said that, if you're drinking cask-strength malt (55-60% ABV) you'd be an idiot not to spread it out a little.  Never ice, though - for the same reasons as you never shake a martini.  It just dilutes the booze too much.

As for cooking whisky, you can do to that what you will.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on September 14, 2010, 09:59:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on September 14, 2010, 09:38:26 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I'm with Slak - more often than not, a drop or two of room-temperature water opens up a good malt.  It's really a question of taste, but having said that, if you're drinking cask-strength malt (55-60% ABV) you'd be an idiot not to spread it out a little.  Never ice, though - for the same reasons as you never shake a martini.  It just dilutes the booze too much.

As for cooking whisky, you can do to that what you will.

Thought I was in way over my head in this thread. That said, you ever had the Nectar d'Or? My father in law brought it to me from Scotland, not that you can't get it in the states. Pretty tasty.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tony on September 14, 2010, 10:56:06 AM
Quote from: Tonker on September 14, 2010, 09:38:26 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I'm with Slak - more often than not, a drop or two of room-temperature water opens up a good malt.  It's really a question of taste, but having said that, if you're drinking cask-strength malt (55-60% ABV) you'd be an idiot not to spread it out a little.  Never ice, though - for the same reasons as you never shake a martini.  It just dilutes the booze too much.

As for cooking whisky, you can do to that what you will.

Thank you sir....no offense to anyone else, but this is the response I was waiting for.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on September 15, 2010, 03:37:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 14, 2010, 09:59:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on September 14, 2010, 09:38:26 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I'm with Slak - more often than not, a drop or two of room-temperature water opens up a good malt.  It's really a question of taste, but having said that, if you're drinking cask-strength malt (55-60% ABV) you'd be an idiot not to spread it out a little.  Never ice, though - for the same reasons as you never shake a martini.  It just dilutes the booze too much.

As for cooking whisky, you can do to that what you will.

Thought I was in way over my head in this thread. That said, you ever had the Nectar d'Or? My father in law brought it to me from Scotland, not that you can't get it in the states. Pretty tasty.

I haven't, Slak - in fact, I'd never even heard of it.  I've just looked it up, though, and now I'm hard for it.   Glenmorangie (little tip for you statesiders : it's pronounced Glen-MORR-un-gie) with a Sauternes finish?  I'm in.

It's not a huge leap from finishing with a port, madeira or sherry cask to finishing with a dessert wine cask, so I can't believe that nobody's thought of it before.  What a fucking good idea.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on September 15, 2010, 06:33:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on September 15, 2010, 03:37:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 14, 2010, 09:59:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on September 14, 2010, 09:38:26 AM
Quote from: Tony on September 13, 2010, 10:44:44 AM
How do you guys drink your single malt? Neat? With a little water?

Or maybe on the rocks?

I'm with Slak - more often than not, a drop or two of room-temperature water opens up a good malt.  It's really a question of taste, but having said that, if you're drinking cask-strength malt (55-60% ABV) you'd be an idiot not to spread it out a little.  Never ice, though - for the same reasons as you never shake a martini.  It just dilutes the booze too much.

As for cooking whisky, you can do to that what you will.

Thought I was in way over my head in this thread. That said, you ever had the Nectar d'Or? My father in law brought it to me from Scotland, not that you can't get it in the states. Pretty tasty.

I haven't, Slak - in fact, I'd never even heard of it.  I've just looked it up, though, and now I'm hard for it.   Glenmorangie (little tip for you statesiders : it's pronounced Glen-MORR-un-gie) with a Sauternes finish?  I'm in.

It's not a huge leap from finishing with a port, madeira or sherry cask to finishing with a dessert wine cask, so I can't believe that nobody's thought of it before.  What a fucking good idea.

Be interested to know what you think.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on September 24, 2010, 02:57:15 PM
I went ahead and gave this (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McClelland%27s_Single_Malt) a shot. It only cost me 22 dollars and Glenfidditch or Glenlivet or any of your run of the mill quality single malts is usually at least 45 a bottle, so I didn't have all of that high of expectations considering. I was pleasantly surprised. I got the Islay and it had a nice, earthy taste to it. Smooth but hearty. I added only a few drops of water (thank ye' all) and it made for a very pleasant evening on a budget. Certainly better than spending the same amount of money on a bottle of Jameson or any of the other stock brands that I tend to rely on until I'm out of school and more gainfully employed.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on October 13, 2010, 02:37:46 PM
Since I like my spirits like I like my women, clear and flavorless, I don't know shit abut whiskey.  But, perhaps you brown liquor snobs may enjoy this (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tony-sachs/when-the-leaves-turn-brow_b_755379.html).
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on November 08, 2010, 08:34:39 AM
November, in my mind, is Bourbon Month:

(http://rocketcarryout.com/images/woodford_reserve_gr.jpg)

(http://www.winespecialist.com/ecart/img/productImages/ridgemontresreve.JPG)

(http://www.drinkhacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/knob-creek-bourbon.jpg)

(http://www.beveragewarehouse.com/images/products/1281.jpg)

(http://www.bourbonblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/makers-46.jpg)

(http://ratemyspoons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/buffalo-trace-bourbon.jpg)


Mmmmm. Turkey and bourbon. Why Jesus invented Thanksgiving as America's sacred holiday.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 08, 2010, 08:44:47 AM
(http://www.bumwine.com/bumwine/jeppsons.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on November 08, 2010, 08:55:43 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 08, 2010, 08:44:47 AM
(http://www.bumwine.com/bumwine/jeppsons.jpg)

Mmm...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 08, 2010, 10:22:30 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 08, 2010, 08:55:43 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 08, 2010, 08:44:47 AM
(http://www.bumwine.com/bumwine/jeppsons.jpg)

Mmm...

*gags*
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on November 08, 2010, 10:59:29 AM
Quote from: PANK! on November 08, 2010, 10:22:30 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 08, 2010, 08:55:43 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 08, 2010, 08:44:47 AM
(http://www.bumwine.com/bumwine/jeppsons.jpg)

Mmm...

*gags*

You wouldn't get it, Huey. It's a LOCAL thing, like the Bundy Fountain.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on November 08, 2010, 11:13:29 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 08, 2010, 08:44:47 AM
(http://www.bumwine.com/bumwine/jeppsons.jpg)

Challenge accepted.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: theoneandonlyjim on December 10, 2010, 02:08:00 PM
Anyone checked out/ordered from this place (http://www.masterofmalt.com/)? My dad and I picked some bourbon samples to try over New Year's.  Shipping is all screwed up in the UK, though, and it could take a while to get here.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: powen01 on December 10, 2010, 04:30:08 PM
Quote from: theoneandonlyjim on December 10, 2010, 02:08:00 PM
Anyone checked out/ordered from this place (http://www.masterofmalt.com/)? My dad and I picked some bourbon samples to try over New Year's.  Shipping is all screwed up in the UK, though, and it could take a while to get here.

Are you trying to bankrupt me, you limey bastard? (http://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/clynelish-1972-24-year-old-whisky/)

Off I go to buy a bottle of Clynelish for a mate...   The cheaper stuff, not this nectar of the Gods.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Shooter on December 10, 2010, 06:39:39 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 24, 2010, 02:57:15 PM
I went ahead and gave this (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McClelland%27s_Single_Malt) a shot. It only cost me 22 dollars and Glenfidditch or Glenlivet or any of your run of the mill quality single malts is usually at least 45 a bottle, so I didn't have all of that high of expectations considering. I was pleasantly surprised. I got the Islay and it had a nice, earthy taste to it. Smooth but hearty. I added only a few drops of water (thank ye' all) and it made for a very pleasant evening on a budget. Certainly better than spending the same amount of money on a bottle of Jameson or any of the other stock brands that I tend to rely on until I'm out of school and more gainfully employed.

$22 was about two weeks' worth of drinking for me in college. A couple of cases if $4.99/case Old Milwaukee returnables and a few $2-for-a-cup parties (also likely Old Mil, possibly Milwaukee's Best).

Kudos to you for not having to drink copious amounts of shitty beer.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on December 10, 2010, 07:18:08 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 10, 2010, 06:39:39 PM

$22 was about two weeks' worth of drinking for me in college. A couple of cases if $4.99/case Old Milwaukee returnables and a few $2-for-a-cup parties (also likely Old Mil, possibly Milwaukee's Best).

Kudos to you for not having to drink copious amounts of shitty beer.

We drank this. (http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/431/3884)

(http://www.usbeerstuff.com/irtp/schoen1.jpg)

$4.99 for a case of 16oz. returnables. Christ, what swill.

It's remarkable that I have any digestive system left.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on December 11, 2010, 02:40:04 AM
Quote from: powen01 on December 10, 2010, 04:30:08 PM
Quote from: theoneandonlyjim on December 10, 2010, 02:08:00 PM
Anyone checked out/ordered from this place (http://www.masterofmalt.com/)? My dad and I picked some bourbon samples to try over New Year's.  Shipping is all screwed up in the UK, though, and it could take a while to get here.

Are you trying to bankrupt me, you limey bastard? (http://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/clynelish-1972-24-year-old-whisky/)

Off I go to buy a bottle of Clynelish for a mate...   The cheaper stuff, not this nectar of the Gods.

Powen, although that is indubitably a magnificent whisky, it's getting away from what I (and I suspect, you) love about Clynelish - the smell and taste of the sea.  The whisky in that link is a far more traditional Highland, I think - smoky, peaty and "hospital-y".  Your mate is going to appreciate the cheapo version just as much, if not more.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: powen01 on December 11, 2010, 10:57:23 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 11, 2010, 02:40:04 AM
Quote from: powen01 on December 10, 2010, 04:30:08 PM
Quote from: theoneandonlyjim on December 10, 2010, 02:08:00 PM
Anyone checked out/ordered from this place (http://www.masterofmalt.com/)? My dad and I picked some bourbon samples to try over New Year's.  Shipping is all screwed up in the UK, though, and it could take a while to get here.

Are you trying to bankrupt me, you limey bastard? (http://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/clynelish-1972-24-year-old-whisky/)

Off I go to buy a bottle of Clynelish for a mate...   The cheaper stuff, not this nectar of the Gods.

Powen, although that is indubitably a magnificent whisky, it's getting away from what I (and I suspect, you) love about Clynelish - the smell and taste of the sea.  The whisky in that link is a far more traditional Highland, I think - smoky, peaty and "hospital-y".  Your mate is going to appreciate the cheapo version just as much, if not more.

That's all the bastard is getting too; he set me up with my ex-girlfriend.  He doesn't deserve the good stuff. 

And he's still not into the smoky, peaty tastes yet; I'm working him up to it.  Ha.  I haven't even bought myself a bottle of Clynelish yet; this way, I can drink his bottle when I go over to see him and complain about my ex.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on December 11, 2010, 11:30:23 AM
Quote from: flannj on December 10, 2010, 07:18:08 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 10, 2010, 06:39:39 PM

$22 was about two weeks' worth of drinking for me in college. A couple of cases if $4.99/case Old Milwaukee returnables and a few $2-for-a-cup parties (also likely Old Mil, possibly Milwaukee's Best).

Kudos to you for not having to drink copious amounts of shitty beer.

We drank this. (http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/431/3884)

(http://www.usbeerstuff.com/irtp/schoen1.jpg)

$4.99 for a case of 16oz. returnables. Christ, what swill.

It's remarkable that I have any digestive system left.

Wait... in excess of 3.2% but less than 7% alcohol?   Could they really not narrow that down a little more?  How on Earth are you supposed to know how many pints you can neck, and still drive?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Wheezer on December 11, 2010, 05:50:34 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 11, 2010, 11:30:23 AM
Wait... in excess of 3.2% but less than 7% alcohol?   Could they really not narrow that down a little more?  How on Earth are you supposed to know how many pints you can neck, and still drive?

The point is knowing which states you're not in.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on December 17, 2010, 06:36:59 AM
Quote from: Wheezer on December 11, 2010, 05:50:34 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 11, 2010, 11:30:23 AM
Wait... in excess of 3.2% but less than 7% alcohol?   Could they really not narrow that down a little more?  How on Earth are you supposed to know how many pints you can neck, and still drive?

The point is knowing which states you're not in.

The state I'm in by the time this becomes an issue is normally "terrible".
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 28, 2010, 12:05:05 PM
Fine cheap liquor...

http://www.esquire.com/features/drinking/best-cheap-liquor-0209
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 28, 2010, 01:22:19 PM
DPD...

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

http://smws.com/

http://www.drinkhacker.com/2010/11/04/tasting-blind-with-the-scotch-malt-whisky-society/

QuoteThe SMWS, as it's handily abbreviated, doesn't just go get bottles off the shelf and send them to you each month, it picks individual casks and bottles its own single malt whiskys sourced from major (and minor) Scotland distilleries.

And it doesn't tell you what they are.

Bottled at cask strength, these are single cask whiskys, available in very limited quantities (typically under 100 bottles) at prices ranging from $85 and up. Ages can range from 8 to 29 years, and these whiskys come from all over Scotland. In other words: If you buy a whisky from the SMWS, you won't find that exact same whisky from anyone else.

I'm a little torn on the "blind" identity system – if I'm drinking Macallan, I want to know it's Macallan – which gives every bottle a code number and a cute name, but lacks the distillery's ID. But considering the quality of these spirits, based on the two I reviewed below, I'm willing to let it slide. Subcultures exist devoted to figuring out what's really inside, so dig around if you're curious.

Membership is $229, which gets you access to exclusive events like the Whisky Extravaganza, four 100ml bottles of current offerings (pictured below), and a subscription to the society's magazine – plus, of course, the right to buy whisky from them. Annual dues after the first year drop to $60.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on December 28, 2010, 01:34:57 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 28, 2010, 01:22:19 PM
DPD...

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

http://smws.com/

http://www.drinkhacker.com/2010/11/04/tasting-blind-with-the-scotch-malt-whisky-society/

QuoteThe SMWS, as it's handily abbreviated, doesn't just go get bottles off the shelf and send them to you each month, it picks individual casks and bottles its own single malt whiskys sourced from major (and minor) Scotland distilleries.

And it doesn't tell you what they are.

Bottled at cask strength, these are single cask whiskys, available in very limited quantities (typically under 100 bottles) at prices ranging from $85 and up. Ages can range from 8 to 29 years, and these whiskys come from all over Scotland. In other words: If you buy a whisky from the SMWS, you won't find that exact same whisky from anyone else.

I'm a little torn on the "blind" identity system – if I'm drinking Macallan, I want to know it's Macallan – which gives every bottle a code number and a cute name, but lacks the distillery's ID. But considering the quality of these spirits, based on the two I reviewed below, I'm willing to let it slide. Subcultures exist devoted to figuring out what's really inside, so dig around if you're curious.

Membership is $229, which gets you access to exclusive events like the Whisky Extravaganza, four 100ml bottles of current offerings (pictured below), and a subscription to the society's magazine – plus, of course, the right to buy whisky from them. Annual dues after the first year drop to $60.

...Go on...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 28, 2010, 01:45:10 PM
Quote from: Bort on December 28, 2010, 01:34:57 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 28, 2010, 01:22:19 PM
DPD...

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

http://smws.com/

http://www.drinkhacker.com/2010/11/04/tasting-blind-with-the-scotch-malt-whisky-society/

QuoteThe SMWS, as it's handily abbreviated, doesn't just go get bottles off the shelf and send them to you each month, it picks individual casks and bottles its own single malt whiskys sourced from major (and minor) Scotland distilleries.

And it doesn't tell you what they are.

Bottled at cask strength, these are single cask whiskys, available in very limited quantities (typically under 100 bottles) at prices ranging from $85 and up. Ages can range from 8 to 29 years, and these whiskys come from all over Scotland. In other words: If you buy a whisky from the SMWS, you won't find that exact same whisky from anyone else.

I'm a little torn on the "blind" identity system – if I'm drinking Macallan, I want to know it's Macallan – which gives every bottle a code number and a cute name, but lacks the distillery's ID. But considering the quality of these spirits, based on the two I reviewed below, I'm willing to let it slide. Subcultures exist devoted to figuring out what's really inside, so dig around if you're curious.

Membership is $229, which gets you access to exclusive events like the Whisky Extravaganza, four 100ml bottles of current offerings (pictured below), and a subscription to the society's magazine – plus, of course, the right to buy whisky from them. Annual dues after the first year drop to $60.

...Go on...

Okay.

Related...

http://www.singlemaltextravaganza.com/
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 07, 2011, 11:42:03 PM
Fine liquor (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dlt3-Ys6aGs), indeed.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on January 08, 2011, 12:13:01 AM
Had a glass of this tonight. Mighty nice.

(http://www.forpeatsake.com/Images/Bottles/Ardbeg/Ardbeg_Ardbeg_Uigeadail__.jpg)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on January 15, 2011, 10:32:12 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLYsdkmaHXw&feature=player_embedded I need to try this.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 17, 2011, 07:22:07 AM

Tonight at Cityscape, Dewar's is having a tasting event, starting at 5:30.

Fine liquor? Can't say. But it sounds like free liquor.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on January 17, 2011, 08:40:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on January 17, 2011, 07:22:07 AM

Tonight at Cityscape, Dewar's is having a tasting event, starting at 5:30.

Fine liquor? Can't say. But it sounds like free liquor.

Free liquor is the finest liquor of all.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Kermit IV on January 17, 2011, 08:24:20 PM
Quote from: Fork on January 17, 2011, 07:22:07 AM

Tonight at Cityscape, Dewar's is having a tasting event, starting at 5:30.

Fine liquor? Can't say. But it sounds like free liquor.

I hope someone texted Gordon Wittenmyer!
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 17, 2011, 08:44:20 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 17, 2011, 08:24:20 PM
Quote from: Fork on January 17, 2011, 07:22:07 AM

Tonight at Cityscape, Dewar's is having a tasting event, starting at 5:30.

Fine liquor? Can't say. But it sounds like free liquor.

I hope someone texted Gordon Wittenmyer!

First AND last name, Ogden.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: morpheus on January 22, 2011, 08:09:57 AM
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1347824/Scottish-whisky-way-South-Americans-like-.html

Fine liquor, in a convenient single serving container.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on January 30, 2011, 12:58:31 PM
http://twitter.com/TFLN/status/31768015737454592
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Gilgamesh on January 30, 2011, 01:10:14 PM
Quote from: SKO on January 30, 2011, 12:58:31 PM
http://twitter.com/TFLN/status/31768015737454592

FAKE CONTENT!!!

Though that sounds like a theory worth testing...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 21, 2011, 08:59:42 AM
Finally found a bottle of this:
(http://www.drinkhacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/templeton-rye.jpg)
I'd been looking for a long time as I'd heard it was outstanding. I don't know how many of you all enjoy rye whiskey, but for me it's one of the few things that Iowa actually does pretty well. Reasonably priced (nabbed this for 35) but it's extremely hard to find as the quantities are limited and disappear quickly. Worth it if you can ever find some. More reminiscent of a bourbon than anything else, but is a little more on the dry side with a little bit of a bite.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on March 21, 2011, 10:04:49 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 08:59:42 AM
Finally found a bottle of this:
(http://www.drinkhacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/templeton-rye.jpg)
I'd been looking for a long time as I'd heard it was outstanding. I don't know how many of you all enjoy rye whiskey, but for me it's one of the few things that Iowa actually does pretty well. Reasonably priced (nabbed this for 35) but it's extremely hard to find as the quantities are limited and disappear quickly. Worth it if you can ever find some. More reminiscent of a bourbon than anything else, but is a little more on the dry side with a little bit of a bite.


Well, if anybody is going to save wrestling, it's going to have to be Iowa.

The TR sounds legit. Bring it with you next weekend. Let's hang.

Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Saul Goodman on March 21, 2011, 10:32:11 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on March 21, 2011, 10:04:49 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 08:59:42 AM
Finally found a bottle of this:
(http://www.drinkhacker.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/templeton-rye.jpg)
I'd been looking for a long time as I'd heard it was outstanding. I don't know how many of you all enjoy rye whiskey, but for me it's one of the few things that Iowa actually does pretty well. Reasonably priced (nabbed this for 35) but it's extremely hard to find as the quantities are limited and disappear quickly. Worth it if you can ever find some. More reminiscent of a bourbon than anything else, but is a little more on the dry side with a little bit of a bite.


Well, if anybody is going to save wrestling, it's going to have to be Iowa.

The TR sounds legit. Bring it with you next weekend. Let's hang.



(||)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:26:15 AM
I've worked out now that (in the abstract) single malt scotch>irish whisky>bourbon>blended scotch>rye whiskey>tennessee whiskey>anything Canadian.

Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on March 21, 2011, 11:28:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:26:15 AM
I've worked out now that (in the abstract) single malt scotch>irish whisky>bourbon>blended scotch>rye whiskey>tennessee whiskey>anything Canadian.



I disagree with your placement of Irish whiskey ahead of bourbon, but otherwise that is sound logic.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:36:25 AM
Quote from: Bort on March 21, 2011, 11:28:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:26:15 AM
I've worked out now that (in the abstract) single malt scotch>irish whisky>bourbon>blended scotch>rye whiskey>tennessee whiskey>anything Canadian.



I disagree with your placement of Irish whiskey ahead of bourbon, but otherwise that is sound logic.

That was the toughest call. Especially since Bourbon gets me through every winter.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on March 21, 2011, 11:46:10 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:36:25 AM
Quote from: Bort on March 21, 2011, 11:28:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:26:15 AM
I've worked out now that (in the abstract) single malt scotch>irish whisky>bourbon>blended scotch>rye whiskey>tennessee whiskey>anything Canadian.



I disagree with your placement of Irish whiskey ahead of bourbon, but otherwise that is sound logic.

That was the toughest call. Especially since Bourbon gets me through every winter.

I'm not as much of a fan of the Hibernians' fire water.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on March 21, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.

Crown Royal is good. What the fuck is wrong with you, you jingoistic dope?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 21, 2011, 12:14:22 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 21, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.

Crown Royal is good. What the fuck is wrong with you, you jingoistic dope?

Crown Royal is swill. I feel that it lacks any sort of boldness or flavor that one would associate with whiskey. It is, I agree, the best that they can offer, but I'd never ask for it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 21, 2011, 05:25:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 12:14:22 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 21, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.

Crown Royal is good. What the fuck is wrong with you, you jingoistic dope?

Crown Royal is swill. I feel that it lacks any sort of boldness or flavor that one would associate with whiskey. It is, I agree, the best that they can offer, but I'd never ask for it.

I remembered the existence of Pendleton. I do not condemn the nation's entire offering, I suppose. But I firmly dislike the majority of their soft, smooth whiskeys. Anything that tastes best while mixed with a refreshing glass of Tab is not a whiskey.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on March 22, 2011, 05:38:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 05:25:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 12:14:22 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 21, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.

Crown Royal is good. What the fuck is wrong with you, you jingoistic dope?

Crown Royal is swill. I feel that it lacks any sort of boldness or flavor that one would associate with whiskey. It is, I agree, the best that they can offer, but I'd never ask for it.

I remembered the existence of Pendleton. I do not condemn the nation's entire offering, I suppose. But I firmly dislike the majority of their soft, smooth whiskeys. Anything that tastes best while mixed with a refreshing glass of Tab is not a whiskey.

You're quite right, of course.  If it's Canadian, it's not a whiskey, it's a whisky.

I don't hate Canadian Club, by the way, even if I wouldn't drink it as it comes.  On ice, it's fine.  As cooking whiskies go, I've had far worse - Cutty Sark, and Johnnie Walker Red, for starters.  Quite how they sell so much of that pish is beyond me.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 22, 2011, 07:03:14 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 22, 2011, 05:38:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 05:25:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 12:14:22 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 21, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.

Crown Royal is good. What the fuck is wrong with you, you jingoistic dope?

Crown Royal is swill. I feel that it lacks any sort of boldness or flavor that one would associate with whiskey. It is, I agree, the best that they can offer, but I'd never ask for it.

I remembered the existence of Pendleton. I do not condemn the nation's entire offering, I suppose. But I firmly dislike the majority of their soft, smooth whiskeys. Anything that tastes best while mixed with a refreshing glass of Tab is not a whiskey.

You're quite right, of course.  If it's Canadian, it's not a whiskey, it's a whisky.

I don't hate Canadian Club, by the way, even if I wouldn't drink it as it comes.  On ice, it's fine.  As cooking whiskies go, I've had far worse - Cutty Sark, and Johnnie Walker Red, for starters.  Quite how they sell so much of that pish is beyond me.

Cutty Sark is abominable.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Internet Apex on March 22, 2011, 09:13:13 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 22, 2011, 07:03:14 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 22, 2011, 05:38:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 05:25:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 12:14:22 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 21, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.

Crown Royal is good. What the fuck is wrong with you, you jingoistic dope?

Crown Royal is swill. I feel that it lacks any sort of boldness or flavor that one would associate with whiskey. It is, I agree, the best that they can offer, but I'd never ask for it.

I remembered the existence of Pendleton. I do not condemn the nation's entire offering, I suppose. But I firmly dislike the majority of their soft, smooth whiskeys. Anything that tastes best while mixed with a refreshing glass of Tab is not a whiskey.

You're quite right, of course.  If it's Canadian, it's not a whiskey, it's a whisky.

I don't hate Canadian Club, by the way, even if I wouldn't drink it as it comes.  On ice, it's fine.  As cooking whiskies go, I've had far worse - Cutty Sark, and Johnnie Walker Red, for starters.  Quite how they sell so much of that pish is beyond me.

Cutty Sark is abominable.

It's worse than Cade McNown.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 22, 2011, 01:41:14 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on March 22, 2011, 09:13:13 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 22, 2011, 07:03:14 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 22, 2011, 05:38:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 05:25:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 12:14:22 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 21, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 21, 2011, 11:47:01 AM
DPD. But is there anyone here who actually likes Canadian Whiskey? I demand that they step forward and defend this watered down moose piss and present themselves for a public shaming. I've been oiling the pillory for just such an occasion.

Crown Royal is good. What the fuck is wrong with you, you jingoistic dope?

Crown Royal is swill. I feel that it lacks any sort of boldness or flavor that one would associate with whiskey. It is, I agree, the best that they can offer, but I'd never ask for it.

I remembered the existence of Pendleton. I do not condemn the nation's entire offering, I suppose. But I firmly dislike the majority of their soft, smooth whiskeys. Anything that tastes best while mixed with a refreshing glass of Tab is not a whiskey.

You're quite right, of course.  If it's Canadian, it's not a whiskey, it's a whisky.

I don't hate Canadian Club, by the way, even if I wouldn't drink it as it comes.  On ice, it's fine.  As cooking whiskies go, I've had far worse - Cutty Sark, and Johnnie Walker Red, for starters.  Quite how they sell so much of that pish is beyond me.

Cutty Sark is abominable.

It's worse than Cade McNown.

Easy there, chief. Let's not go overboard. Anything that can bring me the euphoria of the drunkenness that I use to Forget Cade McNown, however bitter and painful the process may be, is undoubtedly better than Cade himself.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 28, 2011, 01:41:07 PM

My couch folds out (http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/3/prweb8200495.htm)...
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: thehawk on March 28, 2011, 03:08:21 PM
Quote from: Fork on March 28, 2011, 01:41:07 PM

My couch folds out (http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/3/prweb8200495.htm)...

Cause nothing says 'fine liquor' like 'made at a former auto-body shop'
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 30, 2011, 09:13:18 AM
Next Friday, 10/7/11.

Galway Bay.

Malort.

7:00

Hockey.

Stuff your wife won't mind.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on September 30, 2011, 09:53:50 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 30, 2011, 09:13:18 AM
Next Friday, 10/7/11.

Galway Bay.

Malort.

7:00

Hockey.

Stuff your wife won't mind.

Updated.

Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on October 02, 2011, 04:24:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on September 30, 2011, 09:53:50 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 30, 2011, 09:13:18 AM
Next Friday, 10/7/11.

Galway Bay.

Malort.

7:00

Hockey.

Stuff your wife won't mind.

Updated.



Well, I'm still drumming at the burlesque house, so I can't make it. No Malort on the rocks for me.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 02, 2011, 09:12:17 PM
Quote from: Bort on October 02, 2011, 04:24:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on September 30, 2011, 09:53:50 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 30, 2011, 09:13:18 AM
Next Friday, 10/7/11.

Galway Bay.

Malort.

7:00

Hockey.

Stuff your wife won't mind.

Updated.



Well, I'm still drumming at the burlesque house, so I can't make it. No Malort on the rocks for me.

I know that's not a euphemism, but it should be.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 12, 2011, 11:34:45 AM
DPD.

Macallan is hosting tastings in Union Station, 10/18-10/21.

Register here (http://www.raisethemacallan.com/lookup_event).
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 30, 2012, 09:17:58 AM
TPD.

Fuck Yeah (http://www.redeyechicago.com/entertainment/restaurants-bars/redeye-jeppsons-malort-takes-chicago-by-storm-20120829,0,3080351.story).
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 31, 2012, 01:11:28 AM
I just got a taste of Few Spirits' white whiskey and gin for the first time tonight.

I gotta say... I don't get it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 31, 2012, 10:04:51 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 31, 2012, 01:11:28 AM
I just got a taste of Few Spirits' white whiskey and gin for the first time tonight.

I gotta say... I don't get it.

Civic pride, man.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 31, 2012, 11:19:59 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 31, 2012, 10:04:51 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 31, 2012, 01:11:28 AM
I just got a taste of Few Spirits' white whiskey and gin for the first time tonight.

I gotta say... I don't get it.

Civic pride, man.

Civic pride at $60 a quart.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on December 10, 2012, 10:03:24 PM
While I enjoy a nice scotch as much as the next SKO, I'm also partial to sweet beverages. 

Anyway, grabbed some of this at Binny's the other day:

(http://i46.tinypic.com/qq65j6.jpg)

Basically, if you like horchata and you like rum, you should get this. 

If you use Bailey's for anything, use this instead. 

Holy shit it's good.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 11, 2012, 05:14:47 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 10, 2012, 10:03:24 PM
While I enjoy a nice scotch as much as the next SKO, I'm also partial to sweet beverages. 

Anyway, grabbed some of this at Binny's the other day:

(http://i46.tinypic.com/qq65j6.jpg)

Basically, if you like horchata and you like rum, you should get this. 

If you use Bailey's for anything, use this instead. 

Holy shit it's good.

Cool.

What does your husband drink?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on December 11, 2012, 06:22:11 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2012, 05:14:47 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 10, 2012, 10:03:24 PM
While I enjoy a nice scotch as much as the next SKO, I'm also partial to sweet beverages. 

Anyway, grabbed some of this at Binny's the other day:

(http://i46.tinypic.com/qq65j6.jpg)

Basically, if you like horchata and you like rum, you should get this. 

If you use Bailey's for anything, use this instead. 

Holy shit it's good.

Cool.

What does your husband drink?

Well, he's Irish so...probably semen.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenPho on December 11, 2012, 10:21:38 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 11, 2012, 06:22:11 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2012, 05:14:47 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 10, 2012, 10:03:24 PM
While I enjoy a nice scotch as much as the next SKO, I'm also partial to sweet beverages. 

Anyway, grabbed some of this at Binny's the other day:

(http://i46.tinypic.com/qq65j6.jpg)

Basically, if you like horchata and you like rum, you should get this. 

If you use Bailey's for anything, use this instead. 

Holy shit it's good.

Cool.

What does your husband drink?

Well, he's Irish so...probably semen.

And THAT is how it's done.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right? 

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 14, 2013, 11:17:17 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right? 

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?


BOO.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right? 

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 12:14:49 PM
Also: note that Jack itself (now 80 proof) was bottled at 90 proof until 1987.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 02:23:41 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 12:14:49 PM
Also: note that Jack itself (now 80 proof) was bottled at 90 proof until 1987.

this dick won't jack itself
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right? 

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right? 

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:46:21 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

Well, hell, if I've already decided to hitch on the fancy pants (with belt) and get something fancier than a $15 bottle of Jim Beam, I'm fine with paying an extra couple of bucks for Maker's Mark. Oh well. As far as top shelf bourbon goes there's always Woodford, 1792, Knobb, or this local stuff  (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&sqi=2&ved=0CEUQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsourmashmanifesto.com%2F2012%2F11%2F12%2Freview-cedar-ridge-bourbon-whiskey%2F&ei=mVkdUf6NIOS62gWT34GACw&usg=AFQjCNHtbxptV_hDpBJS6abz2n_AmqjZzg&bvm=bv.42452523,d.b2U) that is absolutely fantastic. Your loss, Maker's Mark. Someone else will bring out my inner Cyndi Lauper.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on February 14, 2013, 03:52:11 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:46:21 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

Well, hell, if I've already decided to hitch on the fancy pants (with belt) and get something fancier than a $15 bottle of Jim Beam, I'm fine with paying an extra couple of bucks for Maker's Mark. Oh well. As far as top shelf bourbon goes there's always Woodford, 1792, Knobb, or this local stuff  (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&sqi=2&ved=0CEUQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsourmashmanifesto.com%2F2012%2F11%2F12%2Freview-cedar-ridge-bourbon-whiskey%2F&ei=mVkdUf6NIOS62gWT34GACw&usg=AFQjCNHtbxptV_hDpBJS6abz2n_AmqjZzg&bvm=bv.42452523,d.b2U) that is absolutely fantastic. Your loss, Maker's Mark. Someone else will bring out my inner Cyndi Lauper.

Bourbon makes you masturbate?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 14, 2013, 03:54:11 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 14, 2013, 03:52:11 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:46:21 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

Well, hell, if I've already decided to hitch on the fancy pants (with belt) and get something fancier than a $15 bottle of Jim Beam, I'm fine with paying an extra couple of bucks for Maker's Mark. Oh well. As far as top shelf bourbon goes there's always Woodford, 1792, Knobb, or this local stuff  (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&sqi=2&ved=0CEUQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsourmashmanifesto.com%2F2012%2F11%2F12%2Freview-cedar-ridge-bourbon-whiskey%2F&ei=mVkdUf6NIOS62gWT34GACw&usg=AFQjCNHtbxptV_hDpBJS6abz2n_AmqjZzg&bvm=bv.42452523,d.b2U) that is absolutely fantastic. Your loss, Maker's Mark. Someone else will bring out my inner Cyndi Lauper.

Bourbon makes you masturbate?

Oxygen makes him masturbate.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 14, 2013, 04:00:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on February 14, 2013, 03:54:11 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 14, 2013, 03:52:11 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:46:21 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

Well, hell, if I've already decided to hitch on the fancy pants (with belt) and get something fancier than a $15 bottle of Jim Beam, I'm fine with paying an extra couple of bucks for Maker's Mark. Oh well. As far as top shelf bourbon goes there's always Woodford, 1792, Knobb, or this local stuff  (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&sqi=2&ved=0CEUQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsourmashmanifesto.com%2F2012%2F11%2F12%2Freview-cedar-ridge-bourbon-whiskey%2F&ei=mVkdUf6NIOS62gWT34GACw&usg=AFQjCNHtbxptV_hDpBJS6abz2n_AmqjZzg&bvm=bv.42452523,d.b2U) that is absolutely fantastic. Your loss, Maker's Mark. Someone else will bring out my inner Cyndi Lauper.

Bourbon makes you masturbate?

Oxygen makes him masturbate.

Well, this took a bit of a digression, didn't it?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.

That's not to say it's not also for people who do like whiskey. It's a respectable bourbon that the non-connoisseur set can enjoy, too.

I just suspect that the latter is where Beam sees the dollar signs. (With the caveat that it's the former that offers the social proof that makes Maker's "okay" for the latter to drink.)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: flannj on February 14, 2013, 05:53:27 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 04:00:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on February 14, 2013, 03:54:11 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 14, 2013, 03:52:11 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:46:21 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

Well, hell, if I've already decided to hitch on the fancy pants (with belt) and get something fancier than a $15 bottle of Jim Beam, I'm fine with paying an extra couple of bucks for Maker's Mark. Oh well. As far as top shelf bourbon goes there's always Woodford, 1792, Knobb, or this local stuff  (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&sqi=2&ved=0CEUQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsourmashmanifesto.com%2F2012%2F11%2F12%2Freview-cedar-ridge-bourbon-whiskey%2F&ei=mVkdUf6NIOS62gWT34GACw&usg=AFQjCNHtbxptV_hDpBJS6abz2n_AmqjZzg&bvm=bv.42452523,d.b2U) that is absolutely fantastic. Your loss, Maker's Mark. Someone else will bring out my inner Cyndi Lauper.

Bourbon makes you masturbate?

Oxygen makes him masturbate.

Well, this took a bit of a digression, didn't it?

Par for the course around here. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/She_Bop)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 06:31:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.

That's not to say it's not also for people who do like whiskey. It's a respectable bourbon that the non-connoisseur set can enjoy, too.

I just suspect that the latter is where Beam sees the dollar signs. (With the caveat that it's the former that offers the social proof that makes Maker's "okay" for the latter to drink.)

"Bourbon people" and I don't mean Louis the 16th and his descendants will generally say that Maker's Mark is crap.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 07:48:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 06:31:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.

That's not to say it's not also for people who do like whiskey. It's a respectable bourbon that the non-connoisseur set can enjoy, too.

I just suspect that the latter is where Beam sees the dollar signs. (With the caveat that it's the former that offers the social proof that makes Maker's "okay" for the latter to drink.)

"Bourbon people" and I don't mean Louis the 16th and his descendants will generally say that Maker's Mark is crap.

Assholes maybe.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 08:30:54 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 07:48:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 06:31:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.

That's not to say it's not also for people who do like whiskey. It's a respectable bourbon that the non-connoisseur set can enjoy, too.

I just suspect that the latter is where Beam sees the dollar signs. (With the caveat that it's the former that offers the social proof that makes Maker's "okay" for the latter to drink.)

"Bourbon people" and I don't mean Louis the 16th and his descendants will generally say that Maker's Mark is crap.

Assholes maybe.

I an not a bourbon person so I guess they're probably assholes.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on February 14, 2013, 08:48:02 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 08:30:54 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 07:48:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 06:31:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.

That's not to say it's not also for people who do like whiskey. It's a respectable bourbon that the non-connoisseur set can enjoy, too.

I just suspect that the latter is where Beam sees the dollar signs. (With the caveat that it's the former that offers the social proof that makes Maker's "okay" for the latter to drink.)

"Bourbon people" and I don't mean Louis the 16th and his descendants will generally say that Maker's Mark is crap.

Assholes maybe.

I an not a bourbon person so I guess they're probably assholes.

They could just be dumb.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 15, 2013, 08:19:41 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 14, 2013, 08:48:02 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 08:30:54 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 07:48:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 06:31:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.

That's not to say it's not also for people who do like whiskey. It's a respectable bourbon that the non-connoisseur set can enjoy, too.

I just suspect that the latter is where Beam sees the dollar signs. (With the caveat that it's the former that offers the social proof that makes Maker's "okay" for the latter to drink.)

"Bourbon people" and I don't mean Louis the 16th and his descendants will generally say that Maker's Mark is crap.

Assholes maybe.

I an not a bourbon person so I guess they're probably assholes.

They could just be dumb.

"Bourbon people" are awful. They combine the elitism of other critics (what? You actually drink Jim Beam sometimes?) with the idea that, since it's bourbon, they're manlier than thou in addition to their refined tastes.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 09:27:38 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 15, 2013, 08:19:41 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 14, 2013, 08:48:02 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 08:30:54 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 07:48:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 14, 2013, 06:31:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 05:13:07 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 04:55:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 14, 2013, 03:08:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 14, 2013, 11:58:59 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?

Meh. Do you really think the TDubbses of the world (http://hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-06-18&highlight=p144276853#p144276853) will notice a drop from 90 to 84 proof? It'll still be a step up from Jack and Beam at 80.

I'm less worried about the drop in proof than any noticeable change in flavor. I mean, I know that diluting the product at the distillery is different than just adding water to it at a bar or whatever, but, it's Maker's Mark.

Did you get outraged when they apparently monkeyed with the aging time in the past? Or did you have no idea at the time because they didn't feel obliged to announce the changes in a press release? Seems like that'd potentially threaten the flavor more than dilution, particularly if you're ultimately drinking the stuff on the rocks or adding a bit of water yourself.

But that wasn't really my point. My point was...

Quote from: PenFoe on February 14, 2013, 03:28:31 PM
I'm thinking this guy would have rather spend $1 more per bottle than having his drink messed with.

And he's on record as being the cheapest guy on this message board.

I don't think SKO is their primary target consumer. Maker's is the easy-to-drink whiskey for people who don't necessarily like whiskey. As long as it stays approachably sweet and mixes well with Coke or sour mix, I think it'll hold its ground.

The stated reason for doing this is demand outstripping supply. Yeah, maybe diluting it will detract a bit from their aura of higher-end authenticity, but I think that expecting this to kill the brand is kind of like saying, "nobody goes there anymore, it's too crowded."

Really? Never been my interpretation. But I'm no fancy city slicker. It's definitely smooth, but I wouldn't consider it whiskey for people who don't like whiskey.

That's not to say it's not also for people who do like whiskey. It's a respectable bourbon that the non-connoisseur set can enjoy, too.

I just suspect that the latter is where Beam sees the dollar signs. (With the caveat that it's the former that offers the social proof that makes Maker's "okay" for the latter to drink.)

"Bourbon people" and I don't mean Louis the 16th and his descendants will generally say that Maker's Mark is crap.

Assholes maybe.

I an not a bourbon person so I guess they're probably assholes.

They could just be dumb.

"Bourbon people" are awful. They combine the elitism of other critics (what? You actually drink Jim Beam sometimes?) with the idea that, since it's bourbon, they're manlier than thou in addition to their refined tastes.

A friend of mine and his wife had another couple over, recently, for a night cap. They missed their train so my friend said he'd open this new bottle of Rye Whiskey he likes for the group. The male friend, who had proclaimed himself a whiskey snob, was handed a glass of the rye. He smelled it. Put it down. He did not take a single sip.

To me that's the definition of a total asshole.

Sure, I like craft beer but if I'm offered a Lite or a Bud or whatever at someone's house I'm going to drink every last drop.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 15, 2013, 09:34:45 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 09:27:38 AM
A friend of mine and his wife had another couple over, recently, for a night cap. They missed their train so my friend said he'd open this new bottle of Rye Whiskey he likes for the group. The male friend, who had proclaimed himself a whiskey snob, was handed a glass of the rye. He smelled it. Put it down. He did not take a single sip.

To me that's the definition of a total asshole.

Sure, I like craft beer but if I'm offered a Lite or a Bud or whatever at someone's house I'm going to drink every last drop.

I just don't really care for pissing on a booze other people enjoy and making them feel bad for enjoying it. Hell, even after having had Knobb Creek, Woodford, 1792, Booker's, etc, I can still enjoy drinking Jim Beam on the rocks because it doesn't taste like ass to me and it's cheap. When I see people who can take down Seagrams or Five Star and actually enjoy it, I think "good for them." They can get drunk without breaking the bank.

All of this is null and void if you're drinking Canadian Whisky, of course. Have some self respect, people.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 15, 2013, 09:41:38 AM
At the very worst, Maker's Mark is the Newcastle of whiskeys.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on February 15, 2013, 09:47:56 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 15, 2013, 09:41:38 AM
At the very worst, Maker's Mark is the Newcastle of whiskeys.

QFT
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 10:46:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on February 15, 2013, 09:47:56 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 15, 2013, 09:41:38 AM
At the very worst, Maker's Mark is the Newcastle of whiskeys.

QFT

So it's a gateway whiskey?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 15, 2013, 10:59:35 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 10:46:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on February 15, 2013, 09:47:56 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 15, 2013, 09:41:38 AM
At the very worst, Maker's Mark is the Newcastle of whiskeys.

QFT

So it's a gateway whiskey?

It's definitely the first step up the higher-end bourbon ladder.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on February 15, 2013, 11:02:00 AM
You guys and your bourbon.  You're so cute.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 15, 2013, 11:05:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 15, 2013, 11:02:00 AM
You guys and your bourbon.  You're so cute.

Have you sampled much bourbon, Tonk? What is the bourbon market like over there? (honest questions)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on February 15, 2013, 11:25:32 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 15, 2013, 10:59:35 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 10:46:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on February 15, 2013, 09:47:56 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 15, 2013, 09:41:38 AM
At the very worst, Maker's Mark is the Newcastle of whiskeys.

QFT

So it's a gateway whiskey?

It's definitely the first step up the higher-end bourbon ladder.

It's also a safe choice that isn't awful.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on February 15, 2013, 01:20:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 09:27:38 AM
A friend of mine and his wife had another couple over, recently, for a night cap. They missed their train so my friend said he'd open this new bottle of Rye Whiskey he likes for the group. The male friend, who had proclaimed himself a whiskey snob, was handed a glass of the rye. He smelled it. Put it down. He did not take a single sip.

To me that's the definition of a total asshole.

Sure, I like craft beer but if I'm offered a Lite or a Bud or whatever at someone's house I'm going to drink every last drop.

This is a bad person.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on February 15, 2013, 02:14:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 15, 2013, 01:20:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 09:27:38 AM
A friend of mine and his wife had another couple over, recently, for a night cap. They missed their train so my friend said he'd open this new bottle of Rye Whiskey he likes for the group. The male friend, who had proclaimed himself a whiskey snob, was handed a glass of the rye. He smelled it. Put it down. He did not take a single sip.

To me that's the definition of a total asshole.

Sure, I like craft beer but if I'm offered a Lite or a Bud or whatever at someone's house I'm going to drink every last drop.

This is a bad person.
This is a person that needs to be beaten with a bar of Ivory soap in a gymsock.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 15, 2013, 02:57:53 PM
Quote from: Bort on February 15, 2013, 02:14:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 15, 2013, 01:20:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 15, 2013, 09:27:38 AM
A friend of mine and his wife had another couple over, recently, for a night cap. They missed their train so my friend said he'd open this new bottle of Rye Whiskey he likes for the group. The male friend, who had proclaimed himself a whiskey snob, was handed a glass of the rye. He smelled it. Put it down. He did not take a single sip.

To me that's the definition of a total asshole.

Sure, I like craft beer but if I'm offered a Lite or a Bud or whatever at someone's house I'm going to drink every last drop.

This is a bad person.
This is a person that needs to be beaten with a bar of Ivory soap in a gymsock.

Or be forced to drink a funnel of Malort.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on February 16, 2013, 07:02:27 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 15, 2013, 11:05:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 15, 2013, 11:02:00 AM
You guys and your bourbon.  You're so cute.

Have you sampled much bourbon, Tonk? What is the bourbon market like over there? (honest questions)

1.  I can't say I have.  I'm sure some of it's fine... good, even...
2.  It's all available over here, but as far as I can make out, nobody drinks it unless it's got Coke in it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on February 16, 2013, 08:28:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 16, 2013, 07:02:27 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 15, 2013, 11:05:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 15, 2013, 11:02:00 AM
You guys and your bourbon.  You're so cute.

Have you sampled much bourbon, Tonk? What is the bourbon market like over there? (honest questions)

1.  I can't say I have.  I'm sure some of it's fine... good, even...
2.  It's all available over here, but as far as I can make out, nobody drinks it unless it's got Coke in it.

I thought you guys all drank Pepsi.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 16, 2013, 08:51:28 PM
Any rum drinkers here (http://www.thatericalper.com/2013/02/16/oooooh-canada-canadian-liquor-authorities-allow-rum-named-after-porn-star-ron-jeremy/)?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on February 17, 2013, 12:50:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?


Hey remember that time we all bitched about something?

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/makers-mark-restore-alcohol-content-whiskey-18524914

If this were Vancouver, we'd build a statue of this thread at the entrance of the messageboard.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 18, 2013, 08:11:41 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 17, 2013, 12:50:26 PM


If this were Vancouver, we'd build a statue of this thread at the entrance of the messageboard.

Validated.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 18, 2013, 08:20:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 16, 2013, 07:02:27 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 15, 2013, 11:05:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 15, 2013, 11:02:00 AM
You guys and your bourbon.  You're so cute.

Have you sampled much bourbon, Tonk? What is the bourbon market like over there? (honest questions)

1.  I can't say I have.  I'm sure some of it's fine... good, even...
2.  It's all available over here, but as far as I can make out, nobody drinks it unless it's got Coke in it.

There's lots of good bourbon out there, and it's a very different experience than drinking Scotch. You need not ignore the one because you like the other.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on February 18, 2013, 10:04:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 18, 2013, 08:20:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 16, 2013, 07:02:27 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 15, 2013, 11:05:53 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 15, 2013, 11:02:00 AM
You guys and your bourbon.  You're so cute.

Have you sampled much bourbon, Tonk? What is the bourbon market like over there? (honest questions)

1.  I can't say I have.  I'm sure some of it's fine... good, even...
2.  It's all available over here, but as far as I can make out, nobody drinks it unless it's got Coke in it.

There's lots of good bourbon out there, and it's a very different experience than drinking Scotch. You need not ignore the one because you like the other.

No, I need not.  Fortunately, though, we over here in the United States of Europe have a little thing we like to call choice.  I choose to ignore it.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on February 22, 2013, 12:38:56 PM
Quote from: CT III on February 17, 2013, 12:50:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?


Hey remember that time we all bitched about something?

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/makers-mark-restore-alcohol-content-whiskey-18524914

If this were Vancouver, we'd build a statue of this thread at the entrance of the messageboard.

In a fitting epilogue to this whole saga, yesterday I received an e-mail blast from Binny's, urging me to rush in and purchase a LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION bottle of 84 proof Maker's Mark.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 22, 2013, 01:15:41 PM
Quote from: CT III on February 22, 2013, 12:38:56 PM
Quote from: CT III on February 17, 2013, 12:50:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?


Hey remember that time we all bitched about something?

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/makers-mark-restore-alcohol-content-whiskey-18524914

If this were Vancouver, we'd build a statue of this thread at the entrance of the messageboard.

In a fitting epilogue to this whole saga, yesterday I received an e-mail blast from Binny's, urging me to rush in and purchase a LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION bottle of 84 proof Maker's Mark.

How much did it cost you?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: CT III on February 22, 2013, 01:19:24 PM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 01:15:41 PM
Quote from: CT III on February 22, 2013, 12:38:56 PM
Quote from: CT III on February 17, 2013, 12:50:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?


Hey remember that time we all bitched about something?

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/makers-mark-restore-alcohol-content-whiskey-18524914

If this were Vancouver, we'd build a statue of this thread at the entrance of the messageboard.

In a fitting epilogue to this whole saga, yesterday I received an e-mail blast from Binny's, urging me to rush in and purchase a LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION bottle of 84 proof Maker's Mark.

How much did it cost you?

I got there just in time to be told that a beltless chap with Iowa plates had purchased the entire inventory.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on February 27, 2013, 10:29:01 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 22, 2013, 01:19:24 PM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 01:15:41 PM
Quote from: CT III on February 22, 2013, 12:38:56 PM
Quote from: CT III on February 17, 2013, 12:50:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 13, 2013, 04:13:48 PM
I don't know if this is a big deal, but Maker's Mark to Dilute Bourbon by 7 Percent  (http://www.outsideonline.com/news-from-the-field/Makers-Mark-to-Dilute-Bourbon.html)

Clearly this isn't the best way to save a buck, right?  

Wouldn't raising prices versus (quite literally) diluting the product and brand be a better option?


Hey remember that time we all bitched about something?

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/makers-mark-restore-alcohol-content-whiskey-18524914

If this were Vancouver, we'd build a statue of this thread at the entrance of the messageboard.

In a fitting epilogue to this whole saga, yesterday I received an e-mail blast from Binny's, urging me to rush in and purchase a LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION bottle of 84 proof Maker's Mark.

How much did it cost you?

I got there just in time to be told that a beltless chap with Iowa plates had purchased the entire inventory.

I just saw this today and LOL'd.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on March 01, 2013, 12:53:34 PM
For Tonk: http://www.everydayshouldbesaturday.com/2013/3/1/4043998/how-to-drink-bourbon
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Brownie on March 01, 2013, 02:22:50 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 01, 2013, 12:53:34 PM
For Tonk: http://www.everydayshouldbesaturday.com/2013/3/1/4043998/how-to-drink-bourbon

For Tonk: had Abdelbaset al-Megrahi done this (http://www.nbcnews.com/business/oops-workers-flush-thousands-gallons-whiskey-1C8639938), he'd have never have been releasesd, right?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 24, 2013, 12:31:41 AM
http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/local&id=9112179

QuoteTRENTON, N.J. - May 23, 2013 (WPVI) -- At one bar, a mixture that included rubbing alcohol and caramel coloring was sold as scotch. In another, premium liquor bottles were refilled with water - and apparently not even clean water at that.

State officials provided those new details Thursday on raids they conducted a day earlier as part of a yearlong investigation dubbed Operation Swill.

Twenty-nine New Jersey bars and restaurants, including 13 TGI Fridays, were accused of substituting cheap booze - or worse - for the good stuff while charging premium prices.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 16, 2013, 02:50:40 PM
Bump.

If you want to have some less-than-fine liquor, we'll be wishing Slak a bon voyage Sat. 8/3 at Galway Bay.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on July 16, 2013, 03:06:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

How was the Beerhop Breakfast?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:35:20 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 16, 2013, 03:06:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

How was the Beerhop Breakfast?

It was great. Would drink again. Very strong on the coffee.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 16, 2013, 03:54:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

I thought it was Norm?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 16, 2013, 03:55:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 16, 2013, 03:54:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

I thought it was Norm?

No, Chuck.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: morpheus on July 23, 2013, 01:57:56 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 16, 2013, 03:55:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 16, 2013, 03:54:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

I thought it was Norm?

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Yeti on July 23, 2013, 02:08:12 PM
Quote from: morpheus on July 23, 2013, 01:57:56 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 16, 2013, 03:55:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 16, 2013, 03:54:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

I thought it was Norm?

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on July 23, 2013, 03:29:32 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 23, 2013, 02:08:12 PM
Quote from: morpheus on July 23, 2013, 01:57:56 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 16, 2013, 03:55:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 16, 2013, 03:54:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

I thought it was Norm?

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

Yes, Chuck.

Wait...I mean no.

No, Chuck.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on July 23, 2013, 04:07:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 23, 2013, 03:29:32 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 23, 2013, 02:08:12 PM
Quote from: morpheus on July 23, 2013, 01:57:56 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 16, 2013, 03:55:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 16, 2013, 03:54:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

I thought it was Norm?

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

Yes, Chuck.

Wait...I mean no.

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: morpheus on July 23, 2013, 04:33:52 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2013, 04:07:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 23, 2013, 03:29:32 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 23, 2013, 02:08:12 PM
Quote from: morpheus on July 23, 2013, 01:57:56 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 16, 2013, 03:55:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 16, 2013, 03:54:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 16, 2013, 03:00:46 PM
On that note I had a couple beers at Northdown Cafe finally and had a shot of tasty Malort.

Asked the bartender if he knew Sam and of course he did.

I thought it was Norm?

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

Yes, Chuck.

Wait...I mean no.

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.

No, Chuck.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on November 26, 2013, 06:33:12 AM
We don't have a thread for cheap booze, so I'll put this here: how to get to your cheap bourbon (like there's any other kind) on over Thanksgiving (http://deadspin.com/cheap-bourbons-ranked-1468454287).  You're welcome.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 26, 2013, 09:44:07 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 26, 2013, 06:33:12 AM
We don't have a thread for cheap booze, so I'll put this here: how to get to your cheap bourbon (like there's any other kind) on over Thanksgiving (http://deadspin.com/cheap-bourbons-ranked-1468454287).  You're welcome.

We get it. Scotland is the only place you can find real pizza.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on November 26, 2013, 10:29:16 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 26, 2013, 09:44:07 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 26, 2013, 06:33:12 AM
We don't have a thread for cheap booze, so I'll put this here: how to get to your cheap bourbon (like there's any other kind) on over Thanksgiving (http://deadspin.com/cheap-bourbons-ranked-1468454287).  You're welcome.

We get it. Scotland is the only place you can find real pizza.

If you've never had a thin-crust haggis and mars bar pizza, you haven't lived.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on November 30, 2013, 12:35:47 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 26, 2013, 10:29:16 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 26, 2013, 09:44:07 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 26, 2013, 06:33:12 AM
We don't have a thread for cheap booze, so I'll put this here: how to get to your cheap bourbon (like there's any other kind) on over Thanksgiving (http://deadspin.com/cheap-bourbons-ranked-1468454287).  You're welcome.

We get it. Scotland is the only place you can find real pizza.

If you've never had a thin-crust haggis and mars bar pizza, you haven't lived.

And once you have one, you won't be alive much longer.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Oleg on January 25, 2014, 10:29:53 AM
Pappy Van Winkle.  23 year old.  Or the 20 year old. Or any of it.

Maybe it's the price / hype that made me like it so much but I don't care.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 25, 2014, 11:30:05 AM
Quote from: Oleg on January 25, 2014, 10:29:53 AM
Pappy Van Winkle.  23 year old.  Or the 20 year old. Or any of it.

Maybe it's the price / hype that made me like it so much but I don't care.

Is there something you're not telling us, Oleg? (http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/19/us/kentuckys-case-of-the-missing-bourbon.html)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: ChuckD on July 13, 2015, 12:58:07 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?

I usually only drink stout/porter when the weather demands long sleeves, but I don't think that's uncommon.

I only drink lager when it's 90+ degrees and I'm outside.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on July 13, 2015, 01:08:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?

I'm not real strict about it but during the spring/summer I tend to drink more scotch and Irish whisky and in the fall/winter I move to bourbon.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 13, 2015, 01:29:58 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?

Just don't drink like a common Cardinal.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on July 13, 2015, 05:38:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 13, 2015, 01:08:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?

I'm not real strict about it but during the spring/summer I tend to drink more scotch and Irish whisky and in the fall/winter I move to bourbon.

Yeah, I don't have hard fast rules, but I tend to drink more stouts and scotches when it's cold, and more lagers, pale ales, and tequilas when it's warm.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Slaky on July 13, 2015, 08:35:28 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 13, 2015, 05:38:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 13, 2015, 01:08:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?

I'm not real strict about it but during the spring/summer I tend to drink more scotch and Irish whisky and in the fall/winter I move to bourbon.

Yeah, I don't have hard fast rules, but I tend to drink more stouts and scotches when it's cold, and more lagers, pale ales, and tequilas when it's warm.

Stouts in the winter. That's about my only seasonal drinking thing. I drink iced coffee year round so I don't know what kind of monster I am.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 17, 2015, 03:09:01 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 13, 2015, 08:35:28 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 13, 2015, 05:38:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 13, 2015, 01:08:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?

I'm not real strict about it but during the spring/summer I tend to drink more scotch and Irish whisky and in the fall/winter I move to bourbon.

Yeah, I don't have hard fast rules, but I tend to drink more stouts and scotches when it's cold, and more lagers, pale ales, and tequilas when it's warm.

Stouts in the winter. That's about my only seasonal drinking thing. I drink iced coffee year round so I don't know what kind of monster I am.

Yeah, but don't most stouts get released during cold weather months? Like, how hard is it to find any Ten Fidy in July?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: thehawk on July 17, 2015, 06:24:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 13, 2015, 09:42:50 AM
Bump.

Unhappiness over my current job (I'm basically doing mine and my manager's job), plus the fact that I've probably got either a torn tendon or ligament in my right arm has brought me back into the world of distilled spirits.

I finished off some Glenlivet that I had in my cabinet, and I picked up a bottle of anCnoc 12 ($40 at Binny's). Which brings me to a question...

I enjoy this now, it has some citrusy notes on the finish that makes it a nice summertime dram. I'll probably switch over to some of the peatier stuff in the winter.

Does anybody else switch boozes based on season?

More Bourbon and Whiskey in the winter, more gin and rum in the summer
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 22, 2015, 03:46:45 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory.

What about today's opener? Zima?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: ChuckD on July 22, 2015, 04:19:35 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

I'm not a huge fan of EXTREME levels of peatiness, but think Glenfidditch is delicious. Are there other similar scotches out there I should be trying?

Or just stick to bourbon and Jameson because I'm a simpleton with an unrefined palate?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: SKO on July 22, 2015, 09:39:05 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 22, 2015, 04:19:35 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

I'm not a huge fan of EXTREME levels of peatiness, but think Glenfidditch is delicious. Are there other similar scotches out there I should be trying?

Or just stick to bourbon and Jameson because I'm a simpleton with an unrefined palate?

If you like Glenfiddich you'd also like Glenlivet. It's pretty easygoing as far as single malt scotches go. Mild peatiness.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on July 22, 2015, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

Laphroaig is all the way out the other side of peaty and well into iodine-y.  It smells like a fucking hospital.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 23, 2015, 08:21:34 AM
Quote from: SKO on July 22, 2015, 09:39:05 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 22, 2015, 04:19:35 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

I'm not a huge fan of EXTREME levels of peatiness, but think Glenfidditch is delicious. Are there other similar scotches out there I should be trying?

Or just stick to bourbon and Jameson because I'm a simpleton with an unrefined palate?

If you like Glenfiddich you'd also like Glenlivet. It's pretty easygoing as far as single malt scotches go. Mild peatiness.

I mentioned anCnoc before, not a bad option for $40. For a few bucks more, Highland Park is pretty damn tasty.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on July 23, 2015, 05:37:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 22, 2015, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

Laphroaig is all the way out the other side of peaty and well into iodine-y.  It smells like a fucking hospital.

Look, some of us LIKE drinking a swamp full of medical waste.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 23, 2015, 05:51:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 22, 2015, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

Laphroaig is all the way out the other side of peaty and well into iodine-y.  It smells like a fucking hospital.

Remember, I ENJOY Malört.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 09, 2016, 09:21:25 AM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2015, 05:37:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 22, 2015, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

Laphroaig is all the way out the other side of peaty and well into iodine-y.  It smells like a fucking hospital.

Look, some of us LIKE drinking a swamp full of medical waste.

for those of us who do, the Costco in Glenview has some of the Laphroaig 15 from last year, for around $75 a bottle. A lot more complex and less smoke-bomby than the 10.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 25, 2016, 10:13:05 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 09, 2016, 09:21:25 AM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2015, 05:37:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 22, 2015, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

Laphroaig is all the way out the other side of peaty and well into iodine-y.  It smells like a fucking hospital.

Look, some of us LIKE drinking a swamp full of medical waste.

for those of us who do, the Costco in Glenview has some of the Laphroaig 15 from last year, for around $75 a bottle. A lot more complex and less smoke-bomby than the 10.

They had Talisker Storm for $35. Anybody try that?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on June 26, 2016, 06:50:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 25, 2016, 10:13:05 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 09, 2016, 09:21:25 AM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2015, 05:37:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 22, 2015, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

Laphroaig is all the way out the other side of peaty and well into iodine-y.  It smells like a fucking hospital.

Look, some of us LIKE drinking a swamp full of medical waste.

for those of us who do, the Costco in Glenview has some of the Laphroaig 15 from last year, for around $75 a bottle. A lot more complex and less smoke-bomby than the 10.

They had Talisker Storm for $35. Anybody try that?

I've been to the Talisker distillery.  On the way there, we drove the single-track road through the peat bogs across the island from Portree to Bracadale (you can Google streetview (https://www.google.de/maps/@57.4064459,-6.3239024,3a,75y,249.28h,90t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1steRD-N794Bw2K88L51p8gA!2e0!6s%2F%2Fgeo0.ggpht.com%2Fcbk%3Fpanoid%3DteRD-N794Bw2K88L51p8gA%26output%3Dthumbnail%26cb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile.gps%26thumb%3D2%26w%3D203%26h%3D100%26yaw%3D152.39664%26pitch%3D0!7i13312!8i6656!6m1!1e1) this, it's beautiful) and it rained so hard that the windscreen wipers on my (new) car couldn't cope, and I couldn't see the road in front of me.  I had to stop the car in the middle of the road and just hope that anybody behind me had had to do the same.  It's a spectacular place, but a very, very, very long way from absolutely anywhere.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 06, 2016, 08:33:21 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 26, 2016, 06:50:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 25, 2016, 10:13:05 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 09, 2016, 09:21:25 AM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2015, 05:37:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 22, 2015, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 22, 2015, 03:32:48 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 22, 2015, 08:45:06 AM
Laphroaig was in the glass before Schwarber's second HR landed. Tasted like victory the smokestack in center field of the GABP.

Its a bit peaty

Laphroaig is all the way out the other side of peaty and well into iodine-y.  It smells like a fucking hospital.

Look, some of us LIKE drinking a swamp full of medical waste.

for those of us who do, the Costco in Glenview has some of the Laphroaig 15 from last year, for around $75 a bottle. A lot more complex and less smoke-bomby than the 10.

They had Talisker Storm for $35. Anybody try that?

I've been to the Talisker distillery.  On the way there, we drove the single-track road through the peat bogs across the island from Portree to Bracadale (you can Google streetview (https://www.google.de/maps/@57.4064459,-6.3239024,3a,75y,249.28h,90t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1steRD-N794Bw2K88L51p8gA!2e0!6s%2F%2Fgeo0.ggpht.com%2Fcbk%3Fpanoid%3DteRD-N794Bw2K88L51p8gA%26output%3Dthumbnail%26cb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile.gps%26thumb%3D2%26w%3D203%26h%3D100%26yaw%3D152.39664%26pitch%3D0!7i13312!8i6656!6m1!1e1) this, it's beautiful) and it rained so hard that the windscreen wipers on my (new) car couldn't cope, and I couldn't see the road in front of me.  I had to stop the car in the middle of the road and just hope that anybody behind me had had to do the same.  It's a spectacular place, but a very, very, very long way from absolutely anywhere.

I'm enjoying it now. While a lot of whisky snobs might turn up their nose at the fact that this has no declared age, I say respectfully to them, fuck you in the drive-thru. I got this shit for half of what it costs at Binny's, mainly (guessing) because whoever opened the case fucked up the boxes for each bottle.

You can taste the sea air in this, and the 56.4% ABV will make your balls drop...looking at you, SKO.

I poured myself 2 fingers over 4 cubes of ice from my ice dispenser instead of those big-assed ice cubes - because if you use those, fuck you too.

I may have another before the night is through. So here's to women with long legs and brains.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 06, 2016, 09:47:17 PM
DPD.

Had another glass, now I'm ready to fucking invade Czechoslovakia, with Motorhead blaring. Who's with me?
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 21, 2016, 09:17:05 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on July 06, 2016, 08:33:21 PM
I poured myself 2 fingers over 4 cubes of ice from my ice dispenser instead of those big-assed ice cubes - because if you use those, fuck you too.

Chino XL, fuck you too!
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 14, 2016, 11:17:44 AM
Who likes free Scotch (http://raisethemacallan.com)?

Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 05, 2016, 03:41:15 PM
DPD.

Costco was kind enough to have bottles of 2013 Lagavulin Distiller's Edition today for $60.

It's all I can do to not just drink a Big Gulp's worth of it, it's so fucking good.

The peat's really smoothed out, and the usual iodine notes are nonexistent.

Don't get me wrong, there's still a little smoke to it, but this is what I'd expect to be served to me as I sat in the leather wingchair next to Gord himself.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 05, 2017, 08:46:54 AM
TPD.

A good friend offered me two different bourbons this weekend - FEW Spirits Bourbon, which was OK. But then he offered me one from Florida, of all places...

St. Augustine's port-finished bourbon (http://www.oldcitylife.com/st-augustine-distillery-port-finished-bourbon/). I highly recommend grabbing a bottle when given the chance.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 05, 2017, 11:35:15 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on July 05, 2017, 08:46:54 AM
TPD.

A good friend offered me two different bourbons this weekend - FEW Spirits Bourbon, which was OK. But then he offered me one from Florida, of all places...

St. Augustine's port-finished bourbon (http://www.oldcitylife.com/st-augustine-distillery-port-finished-bourbon/). I highly recommend grabbing a bottle when given the chance.

I've been working my way through Bulleit and Woodford Reserve, both bourbons and ryes. But I've also had a chance to sample Chicago's own, Koval.  http://www.koval-distillery.com/newsite/

Might go on a local tour.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on November 13, 2018, 12:46:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.

Try it for yourself, but in my opinion, far better than adding ice is to add a few drops of room-temperature water to your single malt.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on November 13, 2018, 01:39:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 13, 2018, 12:46:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.

Try it for yourself, but in my opinion, far better than adding ice is to add a few drops of room-temperature water to your single malt.

I'll let others jump in on the liquor, but in terms of beer, you should try some stouts and darker beers to see if you like them.
Since this is all new, try a Brown Ale and an Amber Ale too.  You may "graduate" from those eventually, but they're very good for new beer drinkers.
After that, try a couple sours. 

IIRC, you're in SoCal, so you have no shortage of options. 
Look for Modern Times (Black House) or Firestone Walker (Mocha Merlin, not on Nitro) to start with stouts. 
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on November 13, 2018, 06:49:27 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 13, 2018, 12:46:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.

Try it for yourself, but in my opinion, far better than adding ice is to add a few drops of room-temperature water to your single malt.

Agreed.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on November 14, 2018, 04:46:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 13, 2018, 01:39:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 13, 2018, 12:46:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.

Try it for yourself, but in my opinion, far better than adding ice is to add a few drops of room-temperature water to your single malt.

I'll let others jump in on the liquor, but in terms of beer, you should try some stouts and darker beers to see if you like them.
Since this is all new, try a Brown Ale and an Amber Ale too.  You may "graduate" from those eventually, but they're very good for new beer drinkers.
After that, try a couple sours. 

IIRC, you're in SoCal, so you have no shortage of options. 
Look for Modern Times (Black House) or Firestone Walker (Mocha Merlin, not on Nitro) to start with stouts.

Even better, you should really just go into a good local brewery with a decent selection*, sit at the bar and explain to the bartender that you've just escaped from The Church or whatever depraved rationale for never having had a drink before and ask him/her to give you a good flight or two. 

There's no better way to find what you like.

*Note: I'm contractually obligated to mention that any SoCal brewery except Ballast Point is a good choice, as they are merely Big Beer in craft clothing.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on November 14, 2018, 04:54:17 PM
Also, while it's not my bag, Hard Cider has come a long, long way and I know a lot of people drinking it. 
Worth giving it a shot.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Bort on November 14, 2018, 05:28:33 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 14, 2018, 04:54:17 PM
Also, while it's not my bag, Hard Cider has come a long, long way and I know a lot of people drinking it. 
Worth giving it a shot.

Dry hard cider is actually very good. We have come a long way since the days my ex girlfriend was mainlining Woodchuck Brand Alcoholic Hummingbird Food.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on November 15, 2018, 01:28:17 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 14, 2018, 04:46:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 13, 2018, 01:39:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 13, 2018, 12:46:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.

Try it for yourself, but in my opinion, far better than adding ice is to add a few drops of room-temperature water to your single malt.

I'll let others jump in on the liquor, but in terms of beer, you should try some stouts and darker beers to see if you like them.
Since this is all new, try a Brown Ale and an Amber Ale too.  You may "graduate" from those eventually, but they're very good for new beer drinkers.
After that, try a couple sours. 

IIRC, you're in SoCal, so you have no shortage of options. 
Look for Modern Times (Black House) or Firestone Walker (Mocha Merlin, not on Nitro) to start with stouts.

Even better, you should really just go into a good local brewery with a decent selection*, sit at the bar and explain to the bartender that you've just escaped from The Church or whatever depraved rationale for never having had a drink before and ask him/her to give you a good flight or two. 

There's no better way to find what you like.

*Note: I'm contractually obligated to mention that any SoCal brewery except Ballast Point is a good choice, as they are merely Big Beer in craft clothing.

I'm contractually obliged to mention that there's nothing wrong with Big Beer per se, and that Saul might find that he enjoys a Sam Adams Boston lager or a nice cold, fizzy PBR, say.  I do.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 15, 2018, 09:30:38 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 15, 2018, 01:28:17 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 14, 2018, 04:46:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 13, 2018, 01:39:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 13, 2018, 12:46:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.

Try it for yourself, but in my opinion, far better than adding ice is to add a few drops of room-temperature water to your single malt.

I'll let others jump in on the liquor, but in terms of beer, you should try some stouts and darker beers to see if you like them.
Since this is all new, try a Brown Ale and an Amber Ale too.  You may "graduate" from those eventually, but they're very good for new beer drinkers.
After that, try a couple sours. 

IIRC, you're in SoCal, so you have no shortage of options. 
Look for Modern Times (Black House) or Firestone Walker (Mocha Merlin, not on Nitro) to start with stouts.

Even better, you should really just go into a good local brewery with a decent selection*, sit at the bar and explain to the bartender that you've just escaped from The Church or whatever depraved rationale for never having had a drink before and ask him/her to give you a good flight or two. 

There's no better way to find what you like.

*Note: I'm contractually obligated to mention that any SoCal brewery except Ballast Point is a good choice, as they are merely Big Beer in craft clothing.

I'm contractually obliged to mention that there's nothing wrong with Big Beer per se, and that Saul might find that he enjoys a Sam Adams Boston lager or a nice cold, fizzy PBR, say.  I do.

Noted.

Thanks, morans.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: PenFoe on November 16, 2018, 09:53:35 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 15, 2018, 09:30:38 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 15, 2018, 01:28:17 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 14, 2018, 04:46:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 13, 2018, 01:39:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on November 13, 2018, 12:46:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 13, 2018, 08:20:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

If you're in a bar and want to try a gateway Scotch, most watering holes stock either Glenlivet or Macallan. Get them neat (no ice), you can always add an ice cube if you want. For bourbon, the good starters are Makers Mark and Knob Creek. If your local bar has Woodford Reserve, try that. Again, no ice, you can always add it in if you want.

Try it for yourself, but in my opinion, far better than adding ice is to add a few drops of room-temperature water to your single malt.

I'll let others jump in on the liquor, but in terms of beer, you should try some stouts and darker beers to see if you like them.
Since this is all new, try a Brown Ale and an Amber Ale too.  You may "graduate" from those eventually, but they're very good for new beer drinkers.
After that, try a couple sours. 

IIRC, you're in SoCal, so you have no shortage of options. 
Look for Modern Times (Black House) or Firestone Walker (Mocha Merlin, not on Nitro) to start with stouts.

Even better, you should really just go into a good local brewery with a decent selection*, sit at the bar and explain to the bartender that you've just escaped from The Church or whatever depraved rationale for never having had a drink before and ask him/her to give you a good flight or two. 

There's no better way to find what you like.

*Note: I'm contractually obligated to mention that any SoCal brewery except Ballast Point is a good choice, as they are merely Big Beer in craft clothing.

I'm contractually obliged to mention that there's nothing wrong with Big Beer per se, and that Saul might find that he enjoys a Sam Adams Boston lager or a nice cold, fizzy PBR, say.  I do.

Noted.

Thanks, morans.

You won't hear me besmirching Sam Adams. 
They are (still) pretty far from Big Beer.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Canadouche on November 25, 2018, 09:08:52 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 14, 2018, 04:54:17 PM
Also, while it's not my bag, Hard Cider has come a long, long way and I know a lot of people drinking it. 
Worth giving it a shot.

It's hugely popular in Canada. We have literally dozens of different brands and I've sampled most of them. I don't drink that often, but when I do, it's cider.
Title: Re: Fine Liquor
Post by: Tonker on November 26, 2018, 04:13:57 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2018, 03:19:31 AM
I humbly seek the current wisdom/learned degeneracy of the Desipio crowd.

I never tried alcohol until I was in my 30s. (I know, I know, that explains a lot.)

People keep asking me what I like and the answer is, I don't know yet. So I have a chance to do this right! No crushing 64-packs of Natty Light in a dingy frat house. No sir, I'm gonna be a classy drinker.

So what's the best stuff for a brand-new, 8-month, occasional social drinker to try and what's worth avoiding altogether? What should I order at a bar to not look like a complete jackass? This is probably your only chance to advise a new drinker without attracting police attention! I'll revisit the rest of this thread in time, but it might assume a little more working knowledge than I have. So far I've tried some red and white wines, basic cocktails (martini, old fashioned, whiskey sour, daiquiri, nothing else memorable), and some beers. Mostly pale ales and an IPA or two. And a Hefeweizen. I have not tried Bud, Bud Light, Miller, Coors, or Busch and am not really planning to change that.

And Malort is already #1 on the Try list, so don't even bother. (It's not.)

I can't believe we've got so far into this discussion without somebody posting this:

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