Hard Drinkers, Lets Drink Hard (Spirits, Liquors and Cocktails)

[Matty123]

Easy drinking at 92 proof. They were outta my usual bourbon which is Rowan’s Creek. So I picked this up instead.

Rye whiskey aged in sherry casks

[tvenuto]

^interesting. I’m not a big fan of “finished” bourbon, but do think that ryes have an opportunity to benefit from a complexity standpoint.

Made some nostalgic purchases this weekend, Wild Turkey was my grandfathers regular drink. Unfortunately we never really got to share a glass, part of the cost of longer birth intervals (and moving away from extended family). The old grand dad has a high rye mashbill which is my preference. I was sick this weekend so no full tasting notes, but suffice to say it’s a full bodied experience.

[neph93]

Americans! My local seller of booze has the following American whiskies (one bourbon, one rye), in addition to the regular JD/Jim Bean dross. Either of them worth a try?

[Jett129]

Funny,I really like the Bulleit Rye,and the Michters Bourbon. If I had to pick one I’d go for the Michters Rye.

[seanocono]

Haven't tried Michter's, but can confirm Bulleit is good for the price.  It's pretty ubiquitous, too.  You can find it in nearly every American bar, so it's a safe order.

[Matty123]

Never had the michters rye but the bulleit is solid. I’d go with the higher proof. I like
The hot stuff though

[Jett129]

If you like the higher proof whiskeys I’d highly recommend the Cask Strength Makers. It’s usually around 110-112 proof.

[neph93]

Thanks gents. Cost is irrelevant as this is Norway and they both cost about $80-90 a bottle.

I know very little about Rye and Bourbon as I mostly drink Scotch blends and single malt, but seeing as they both come recommended by you good people I’ll try them one after the other.

[Matty123]

^ thank you. rowans is my go to its about 101 proof and it tastes like syrup to me. ive bought the noahs mill before which was 114 proof. made my damn lips numb. good stuff.

[Seul]

If you're used to good single malt, neph, don't bother with Bulleit… Especially not at that pricepoint...

[Matty123]

that is a high price. however seeing as youre in norway and the price is the price…. your back is once again against the wall

[Jett129]

@Matty123:

^ thank you. rowans is my go to its about 101 proof and it tastes like syrup to me. ive bought the noahs mill before which was 114 proof. made my damn lips numb. good stuff.

Love Noah’s Mill,a really good value,was going to recommend that one as well.

[neph93]

@Seul:

If you're used to good single malt, neph, don't bother with Bulleit… Especially not at that pricepoint...

Just double checked and the Michter’s is indeed $84 a bottle, but the Bulleit is «only» $50. By comparison a bottle of the standard 10yr old Ardbeg is $75…

[neph93]

@Matty123:

that is a high price. however seeing as youre in norway and the price is the price…. your back is once again against the wall

You’re right, it is what it is. On the plus side all those taxes pay for me to stay home with the kids at full pay for half a year.

[Seul]

@neph93:

…the Bulleit is «only» $50. By comparison a bottle of the standard 10yr old Ardbeg is $75...

If you wanna try summat new, by all means go for the Bulleit… But for 25$ more.........

[Matty123]

@neph93:

@Matty123:

that is a high price. however seeing as youre in norway and the price is the price…. your back is once again against the wall

You’re right, it is what it is. On the plus side all those taxes pay for me to stay home with the kids at full pay for half a year.

You quite literally owe it to yourself

[tvenuto]

If you’re in the mood for a rye this is a damn good one. Although for my own taste I prefer a high rye bourbon to this, even at a somewhat lower price point.

[EJS]

Present from my Godfather, a nice light single malt..

[Sage954]

In Park City for spring break. Buying local. Wearing my ducks.

[rio]

I got drunk just looking at the pictures, lots to learn and try now :).