The Bourbon - and other spirits - Thread (was: @ Myronwemissyinz)

@Ray D



got a call from local bottle shop yesterday. The eagle has landed

 

Not sure if you've ever seen a "smoked" cocktail, but my love saw this at a place we were staying at, asked me what my favorite scotch was, and I told her Islay Malt, Lagavulin or Laphroig. They had Lagavulin, and the guy "smoked" it for me. Holy ****, between the peat and the smoke, it was one of the best scotches I ever had.

Note: We have a rule. I only get to drink scotch or bourbon when we are at a terminal destination. The hotel we are staying at that evening, an AirB&b, or at home. Because, as much as I love her, she can't drive, and it's best I don't when drinking bourbon or scotch.

 

I don't think I've ever had a Scotch.

 

I started drinking scotch when I started teaching, because it was so vile and nasty tasting that one glass lasted me a whole night, and I didn't have to worry about making an arse of myself.
And then someone introduced me to a really good Highlands single malt, which is nothing like a blend. Knockando, or something like that. And after that, I was hooked.

 

I haven’t tried the charred yet. I’ve had it for several months, but other offerings keep getting in the way.

 

Has anyone tried Liebfraumilch before, and if so....what did You think???

 

Not much of a wine drinker. I like a big red on occasion,but that’s about it

 

Just curious....I seen some the other night, and I didn't get it because I didn't know if it was good. It looked like a white wine.

 

Im pretty sure it’s going to be like a Riesling. So sweet and white.

 

Dad's Hat. A pennsylvania rye. Love it

 

Never heard of it.

 

Ahhh...

 

Pretty potent. It's 45 percent alcohol but I love Rye whiskey. Tin Cup is also a favorite of mine. Tin Cup has rye which is also very good

 

Four Roses Small Batch Select. This is a $55-$60 Bourbon in my area. The regular Small Batch is about $35 and is a very fine Bourbon by it's own right, IMO. The Small Batch Select is maybe the smoothest Bourbon I have ever tasted. I sip it neat.

I am a big fan of Diplomatico Reserva Rum. Also one I sip neat. There has been a change in distributor recently so it is unavailable here right now. Everywhere has sold out. This bottle runs me about $30-$35.

Other Whiskies I like to keep around include Jack Daniels #7(chilled), Bulleit Rye(neat), Bushmills Red Bush Irish(on the rocks), McCallan 12yr old Double Cask(neat or on the rocks).

 

Finally scored a bottle of Octomore. It’s delicious, but I paid for it

 

Just found this post. I didn't read all 15 pages, but here are some of my faves living in bourbon country Louisville, KY!

Eagle Rare - Definitely agree on this one. Very good.

Blantons - will agree with the not impressed crowd. It's not bad and if you can get it for $60 like it should be then scoop it up. Most places selling for $180 or more. Not worth it. Little overrated IMO.

Buffalo Trace - always a solid go to.

Woodford - Woodford is good, but Woodford Double Oaked is phenomenal.

Wellers Special Reserve - FANTASTIC bourbon. Not easily found.

Elijah Craig - most of the varieties are good quality bourbon. EC Toasted is fun and a bit stronger than most of the toasted varieties out there.

Old Forester - great bourbon for the price point.

JTS Bottled in Bond - very cheap but surprisingly good.

I could go on and on, but those are just a few fun ones off the top of my head.

 

I got lucky with the state liquor lottery and got a bottle of Pappy for $99

I won’t drink it so I gave it to my nephew in law who is trying to be a bourbon connoisseur

 

I drank a half of a bottle one night about 50 years ago I’ve been good since

Ditto tequila

 

I won't even touch Tequila anymore. Even the smell makes Me gag now. LoL

 

Again about 50 years ago but shortly after the tequila drunk I was in a room with about 10 females who were passing a bong

I was not big into weed but hey I was in to 10 women as options so I figured I’d take a hit

I did not know they put tequila in the bong

I abruptly had to leave the room

I went home alone after that

 

My nephew has friends over for tastings and didn’t let them drink it

I think he is definitely going for the cool factor

 

LoL. I won't go into it, but the reason Tequila....even the smell make Me gag....also has to do with weed, women, and Tequila. LoL