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

[ARNC]

@goosehd hope it stays that way! Sounds like a drinkable version of After Eights.

[goosehd]

@ARNC that may be the most accurate description that I’ve seen. Quite enjoyable but with a sneaky bite.

[mclaincausey]

Some good sips last night. The Luneta was amazing peppery and vegetal.

[pechelman]

Long ago now, I was riding a chair lift with a couple of strangers that were passing a flask. I asked what it was and they have it to me. Turns out it was a fifty fifty mix of creme de menthe and peppermint schnapps that they later told me was called snow snake repellent. It was a fun experience but I've never had that again.

[scooter]

@pechelman said in Hard Drinkers, Lets Drink Hard (Spirits, Liquors and Cocktails):
It was a fun experience but I've never had that again.

That's likely a good thing...

[scooter]

@Jett129 said in Hard Drinkers, Lets Drink Hard (Spirits, Liquors and Cocktails):

@scooter I’ve never tried any of those,but have heard nothing but great things about all of them. Especially the 12 yr. For my personal tastes,the sweet spot for bourbon, tends to be 7-10 years old. After that they can be a bit too oakie/oaky for my taste. Having said that, The Elijah Craig 18 is one of my all time favorites. I felt that the Knob Creek 14 was a bit too oaky for me. How would you rate these on their oakiness level?

If you can handle EC18, you can certainly handle KC12. It's a far less pricey pour, as well. Honestly, the KC12 is #2 of my "always on hand" Bourbons.

As far as oak goes, I brought a bottle of the new Jack Daniels Heritage Toasted to a friend's place for Thanksgiving. It's a lovely pour. But, it's definitely oak heavy. Personally, I find the oak influence of the KC18 and KC21 less offensive. If memory serves, you are a fan of Woodford Double Oaked. I have the same opinion of that comparison, too...

[pechelman]

@scooter it definitely is a good thing

Posted this in reference to the polar bear shot and the reaction of it since they are so similar

[WhiskeySandwich]

Good to the last drop. A fine pairing with some Chipotle on taco Tuesday

[Denimhead 0]

Chocolate Martini Starbucks Reserve NYC

[endo]

one of those dude-like days again

[Chap]

Cheers everyone, Slàinte Mhath

[pechelman]

Unpopular opinion maybe, black russians are better than white.

[scooter]

Merry Christmas to me...

[Tago Mago]

Had a few with the in-laws

[Jett129]

Right off the bat you have to forget that this is Jack Daniels. As you can see from the barrel entry date and the bottling date this one is 8 years old to the day. Nice amount of oakiness. Very drinkable. I found it for $64. MSRP is $70 Keep your eyes out for it.

[WhiskeySandwich]

@scooter oh man, i bet thats good. Great bottle too

[scooter]

@WhiskeySandwich said in Hard Drinkers, Lets Drink Hard (Spirits, Liquors and Cocktails):

@scooter oh man, i bet thats good. Great bottle too

It had better be. It's a Christmas gift to myself. I trust the reviews I've read, though. I'll open it Christmas Eve, and let you know...

[mclaincausey]

Man I love these Navarro brothers of San Luis Potosí.

They use pulque to get the fermentation started and have a few other novel techniques. Their spirts tend to be vegetal, spicy, and peppery. Some of the most delicious and unique agave spirits I’ve had.

https://www.lunetaspirits.com/blanco-cuerno-chino-verde

[mclaincausey]

More details on the family who makes the above and other San Luis Potosi agave distillates. Just love this style.

https://www.mezcalreviews.com/so-what-is-campanilla-mezcal/

https://imbibemagazine.com/understanding-one-of-mexicos-more-rare-and-esoteric-mezcals/

[mclaincausey]

Final NYC acquisition, from Astor Wines & Spirits. I’m glad I don’t have a place like this near me.