Whiskey

[Jason]

That's what I like about the JW Black is the smokey notes.  I actually prefer the blend to many of the single-malts which are a little "one-note" for me.

I started off with only the single malts but have really enjoyed the blends as I drink them more. They are much more complex.

[CaliAngel]

In lieu of the Craig...

 

Recently tried this whisky called Mount Gay and it's fairly cheap but still great. Can only find it at bev-mo.

 

I would recommend it for anyone wanting to try something new.

[Angel Dog and Beer]

I could be wrong, but isn't Mount Gay is a rum? A pretty good one, too. If I remember correctly, but might've been too drunk to. That one time, or few times I've had it. By myself, I mean, with others.

[Blarg]

Cez would know the answer to anything regarding Gay drinks.

[CaliAngel]

Ah yes, Angel Dog and Beer I love your username btw, but it is a rum. My mistake.

 

Doesn't belong here...but I don't discriminate my booze, what's good is good.

 

And why oh why did I know when I saw that Eric posted it would be a comment about the Gay...

[Splint7438]

More of a beer drinker myself. But have tried a couple of nice whiskeys with skram. Always open to new things.

[AngelsLongBall]

I went to dinner at Parkway Grill in Pasadena the other night. Ordered a house bourbon: aged in oak, infused with a touch of orange peel, and a huge iceberg. It was glorious and has set me on a path to figure out how best to infuse a bourbon (that could stand to use some improvent)

[arch stanton]

I went to dinner at Parkway Grill in Pasadena the other night. Ordered a house bourbon: aged in oak, infused with a touch of orange peel, and a huge iceberg. It was glorious and has set me on a path to figure out how best to infuse a bourbon (that could stand to use some improvent)

When I was making my own stuff I found the easiest way to mellow out a blend is 2 ounces of pure maple syrup.

[Spirit]

We're Scottish and my father has gotten really into ancestry.com over the last couple of years.  He's made several trips back to Scottland to meet up with some family members he found online.  As a result of all this, he's now really into Scotch Whiskey (which is apparently "the water of our people.")  The folks who make The Black Grouse are apparently in the region where we're from.  He's been buying it for me, but I'm having trouble locking into it.  I'm more of a vodka, gin and wine guy.  I feel like maybe I need to try another brand and see if I like it better. 

[Brandon]

If it's too smokey work your way through whiskeys, bourbons, and then maybe some blends.

It's definitely an acquired taste that I didn't like at first.

Maybe put it on the rocks or add water.

[Spirit]

They opened this new bar down the street from us called The Whisk(e)y.  I think I really need to just roll in there and try out some flights.  Find out which ones I like best.

 

http://www.thewhiskey.net

[TobiasFunke]

They opened this new bar down the street from us called The Whisk(e)y. I think I really need to just roll in there and try out some flights. Find out which ones I like best.

http://www.thewhiskey.net

Whoa they have Green Spot. I've never seen anywhere in the US that has it. Treat yourself to one of the best Irish Whiskey you can get.

[Adam]

Whiskey is for wife beaters and homicide detectives

[Chuck]

Whiskey is for wife beaters and homicide detectives

 

and for software engineers. 

 

Love me some good bourbon! 

[AngelsLongBall]

Whiskey is for wife beaters and homicide detectives

Hey, we don't make fun of your passion fruit margaritas bub, leave the whiskey alone

[mrwicked]

I have been drinking FEW rye lately.

Really good. Very smokey.

My favorite whiskey is still blue label.

 

[Chuck]

Just received this last night from my father in law. Anyone ever try these? I cannot wait. I know @mrwicked has. Would love to hear your reviews. 

and...

[Angel Dog and Beer]

Never had any of those, but they're making my mouth water. good score. I love black label, and I'm sure I'd love blue as well if I could afford it.

Related, I was at a whiskey bar recently and tried a flight of Islay scotches.  All three really good, and so varied from big and peaty to light and grassy. Wish I could remember the name of them.

[Adam]

I always figured only hardcore alcoholics drank whiskey

[notherhalo]

nothing keeps a long binge going better than turkey 101

[Jason]

@Chuckster70 That Blue Label is $140 and it is pretty good. It's not my favorite (I'm a single malt guy) but I think you will enjoy it. Johnny Walker claims that every whisky used in the blend is at least 25 years old. My wife bought me a bottle last year for Christmas. I've never had the other one but 25 year? That's awesome!! Your father in law is awesome

[Jason]

1 hour ago, Angel Dog and Beer said:

Never had any of those, but they're making my mouth water. good score. I love black label, and I'm sure I'd love blue as well if I could afford it.

Related, I was at a whiskey bar recently and tried a flight of Islay scotches.  All three really good, and so varied from big and peaty to light and grassy. Wish I could remember the name of them.

The Islays are an aquired taste. You probably had a Lagavulin and a Laphroaig in there.

[Section517]

5 hours ago, Angels N Skins said:

The Islays are an aquired taste. You probably had a Lagavulin and a Laphroaig in there.

Indeed they are.  And they pair well with cigars.

[mrwicked]

17 hours ago, Angels N Skins said:

@Chuckster70 That Blue Label is $140 and it is pretty good. It's not my favorite (I'm a single malt guy) but I think you will enjoy it. Johnny Walker claims that every whisky used in the blend is at least 25 years old. My wife bought me a bottle last year for Christmas. I've never had the other one but 25 year? That's awesome!! Your father in law is awesome

try the blue label king george V edition. it's crazy delicious.

[Jason]

2 minutes ago, mrwicked said:

try the blue label king george V edition. it's crazy delicious.

Any place I can get it without financing it? Do they use older whiskys in it?