OT: Whisky/Whiskey Drinkers - what are your favorites?

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The most unique single malts I've tried recently are from the Lost Distillery Company.

They try to recreate the character of distilleries closed many years before. One of the most interesting I tried is the Dalaruan, a Campbletown distillery that closed in 1925 after being in operation for a hundred years!

Odd in that it's got the character of a classic speyside, with caramel and fruits, and very smooth, but the finish of an island whiskey, with peat and a hint of the sea.
http://www.lost-distillery.com/pages/Classic-Selection

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ORIGINAL: Anachro

In all honesty, I did a bourbon tour in Kentucky once. Was fun: great place, beautiful, cheap food. Also went to the horse tracks. As for whiskey itself I don't think I'll ever like it enough to have preferences for certain labels.

Much prefer Rye to Bourbon. You'll notice the difference!

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/11-best-rye-whiskey-bottles/

For a start try the Bulleit "95" rye.

[jdsrae]

Just having a wee dram of Oban. Happy Friday!

[BBfanboy]

ORIGINAL: obvert

ORIGINAL: Anachro

In all honesty, I did a bourbon tour in Kentucky once. Was fun: great place, beautiful, cheap food. Also went to the horse tracks. As for whiskey itself I don't think I'll ever like it enough to have preferences for certain labels.

Much prefer Rye to Bourbon. You'll notice the difference!

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/11-best-rye-whiskey-bottles/

For a start try the Bulleit "95" rye.

Crown Royal is brewed at Gimli, about 45 miles north of here. They had a huge demand for the new Northern Harvest blend right after that article from the whiskey expert came out so I got a bottle and tried it. Not bad, but not as smooth as standard Crown Royal rye to my palate.
My son works at a liquor store and he says there are some good bourbons if you spend enough, but the cheap ones are awful. Sounds like that describes most whiskeys!

[Chickenboy]

ORIGINAL: Anachro

I thought you couldn't do better than Jim Beam or Jack Daniels. [&:]

Much like many IJ players' thoughts about the wisdom of striking Pearl Harbor first. They're wrong too. [:'(]

[ian77]

ORIGINAL: BBfanboy

ORIGINAL: ian77

Whisky in Scotland
Whiskey in Ireland (not as good as Scotland's[;)])
Anywhere else... doesnt really count... [:D]


Slàinte!! from Speyside [:)]

Many very good Scotch whiskeys, but they are expensive over hear. Currently sipping Oban on occasion but at $100 + a bottle it is used only when I really need it!

My English uncle who was married to my Irish aunt recommended Black Bush as the go-to Irish whiskey but I never got to the distillery on my whirlwind tour of Northern Ireland. Any opinion on that, ian77? BTW, I don't think Black Bush was intended as any sort reference beyond shrubbery.

I hate to admit it, but Black Bush is a pretty good whiskey. But you should all still drink whisky and support Scotlands export trade! [:D]

As has already been commented on, taste is a very individual thing, and we should drink what we like not what we are told to like by "experts" - of course we should always be open and willing to try new things (But "whiskey" from Japan or India might be asking just a little too much of some of us Teuchters!) Personally I am a fan of single malts from Speyside and some of the less peaty western malts. Islay just does not do it for me, I always think a piece of burnt wood as fallen into the cask when I taste an Islay malt, but many many imbibers list the Islay malts amongst their favorites. To each their own, but it just means more Glenmorangie and Macallan for me [;)]

For the true connoisseur; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFX7z7Wf5xM Leave us our Glens! [:-]

[Chickenboy]

ORIGINAL: ian77

ORIGINAL: BBfanboy

ORIGINAL: ian77

Whisky in Scotland
Whiskey in Ireland (not as good as Scotland's[;)])
Anywhere else... doesnt really count... [:D]


Slàinte!! from Speyside [:)]

Many very good Scotch whiskeys, but they are expensive over hear. Currently sipping Oban on occasion but at $100 + a bottle it is used only when I really need it!

My English uncle who was married to my Irish aunt recommended Black Bush as the go-to Irish whiskey but I never got to the distillery on my whirlwind tour of Northern Ireland. Any opinion on that, ian77? BTW, I don't think Black Bush was intended as any sort reference beyond shrubbery.

I hate to admit it, but Black Bush is a pretty good whiskey. But you should all still drink whisky and support Scotlands export trade! [:D]

As has already been commented on, taste is a very individual thing, and we should drink what we like not what we are told to like by "experts" - of course we should always be open and willing to try new things (But "whiskey" from Japan or India might be asking just a little too much of some of us Teuchters!) Personally I am a fan of single malts from Speyside and some of the less peaty western malts. Islay just does not do it for me, I always think a piece of burnt wood as fallen into the cask when I taste an Islay malt, but many many imbibers list the Islay malts amongst their favorites. To each their own, but it just means more Glenmorangie and Macallan for me [;)]

For the true connoisseur; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFX7z7Wf5xM Leave us our Glens! [:-]

There's a nice 'pub' near here that serves a wide variety of Scotches. They've provided Scotch flights for sampling. One of which was the strongest Islay malt that they had-just so we could get a feel for it relative to the others. The menu described the reviews on this one as 'like licking a tarry rope' and 'burning hospital'. After trying it, and with all due respect, I wouldn't use that stuff to degrease my engine.

[Insano]

Wild Turkey 101

Specifically with Diet Pepsi over ice with a slice of orange citrus in for flavor.

Now I made myself thirsty.

I've been wanting to try a Rye but haven't yet. I'll have to do that.

[Anachro]

The best Smoked Old Fashioned I've ever had was at Tanner Smith's in NYC. If any of you get the chance to got here, head over and get it.

[Canoerebel]

It's kind of weird to admit that I've never had a sip of whiskey or bourbon or related beverages.

[warspite1]

ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

It's kind of weird to admit that I've never had a sip of whiskey or bourbon or related beverages.

warspite1

I tried a sip of my Grandma's whisky when I was a kid. I'd never tasted anything so disgusting in my life and I've never been even remotely tempted to try it again.

I wonder if I - or rather my taste buds - would think differently now? But, 40+ years later, I can still 'taste' that like it was yesterday and doubt I will ever try it again.

[sanch]

I had a similar experience with vodka when I was 18 or so; to this day I cannot tolerate the smell/taste/consistency of vodka. Now gin, on the other hand, is just fine by me.

And, for the OP, Jack Daniel's - bourbon is my go-to.

[BBfanboy]

In my younger days, whiskey was definitely to strong a taste for my taste buds. We mixed rye with a lot of 7-UP so there was a lot of sweetness and just a touch of whiskey taste. Around age 35 I started to appreciate the taste of neat or on-the-rocks liquors as my tongue didn't curl at the taste, so I think there is a dying off of taste buds or something like it going on.
Now in my dotage, I can hardly stand sugary drinks or food but love bitter chocolate. It's a natural progression I guess.

[Anachro]

I far prefer a cold beer or wine to hard liquors like whiskey.

[pontiouspilot]

If you can find, it Balbir in the green box is the best Scotch I have Tried in years. If you like one with a bit of bite but not too much peat try Jura’s superstition.

[BBfanboy]

ORIGINAL: BBfanboy

In my younger days, whiskey was definitely too strong a taste for my taste buds. We mixed rye with a lot of 7-UP so there was a lot of sweetness and just a touch of whiskey taste. Around age 35 I started to appreciate the taste of neat or on-the-rocks liquors as my tongue didn't curl at the taste, so I think there is a dying off of taste buds or something like it going on.
Now in my dotage, I can hardly stand sugary drinks or food but love bitter chocolate. It's a natural progression I guess.

[CaptBeefheart]

Bulleit Rye is my go to whiskey. I try to have a bottle on hand at all times. In order to make that happen, I had to find a utility whiskey, and the local Costco came through on that. Kirkland Blended Scotch is amazing--nothing special, but a perfectly presentable everyday tipple. Here's a review. And the best thing a bout it? In a country where the usual booze costs about double the Stateside price, this can be had for about $18 a 1.75 liter bottle. I don't even think you could find it cheaper in the U.S.

I also won a Glen Morangie Lasanta sherry-cask a few months ago in a raffle. Boy, talk about a sublime pour. And my Ardbeg is always there if I need to go full-on peaty.

Cheers,
CB

[candiceflynn666]

Between blue label and Chivas Regal 25-year-old. Which one would you prefer and why?

[CaptBeefheart]

"Hey boss, I found this forum where the members play a computer game that simulates every rustbucket in the Pacific War as well as every flyboy that flew in that conflict. They even start games that take longer than the actual war itself and write something called an 'AAR' about them. There's even a guy who fancies himself a Gorn--you know, like the green thing that fought Kirk?"

"Candace, that's great. Find out what kind of whiskey they like. If this isn't our target market, nothing is."

Cheers,
CB

[AW1Steve]

ORIGINAL: CaptBeefheart

"Hey boss, I found this forum where the members play a computer game that simulates every rustbucket in the Pacific War as well as every flyboy that flew in that conflict. They even start games that take longer than the actual war itself and write something called an 'AAR' about them. There's even a guy who fancies himself a Gorn--you know, like the green thing that fought Kirk?"

"Candace, that's great. Find out what kind of whiskey they like. If this isn't our target market, nothing is."

Cheers,
CB

If you can keep me supplied with Weller 12 , I'll gladly be your target market. (And your new best friend). While I won't sell my soul outright, (at least for now[8|]) , I'll happily discuss a long term lease with an option! [:D]