zeddd
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I paid 120 for some 21 year old glenfarclas, but much prefer the 17 at about 60, normal is about 25 for a no age statement talisker etc, but if you like macallan then try the speyside glenfarclas its cheaper and I prefer it
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Don Gin and Ton
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i love the Glenfarclas 105 we gave drams out at my grand fathers wake it's fucking lethal to the uninitiated.
http://www.glenfarclas.co.uk/en/pages/78,105-Cask-Strength.html
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qwizoking
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my orange juice mix might not go well with some..i love the oak notes it brings out
but for a fancier company
this has been a fav. crisper, clean and better expression of flavors.
Made with The Macallan Fine Oak (15 year Old Whisky)
2 oz The Macallan Fine Oak
3/4 oz (Fresh squeezed) Lemon and Lime juice
1 to 2 tsp sugar syrup
dash bitters (orange bitter if they are available)
ice-cubes
dash of soda
citrus peel (use orange peel if you had no orange bitters)
Build in a rocks glass with Ice
Lengthen with a splash of Soda
Garnish with a threads of citrus peel
just thought id share
but for a fancier company
this has been a fav. crisper, clean and better expression of flavors.
Made with The Macallan Fine Oak (15 year Old Whisky)
2 oz The Macallan Fine Oak
3/4 oz (Fresh squeezed) Lemon and Lime juice
1 to 2 tsp sugar syrup
dash bitters (orange bitter if they are available)
ice-cubes
dash of soda
citrus peel (use orange peel if you had no orange bitters)
Build in a rocks glass with Ice
Lengthen with a splash of Soda
Garnish with a threads of citrus peel
just thought id share
Don Gin and Ton
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Sounds good to me man though you could sub the whisky with most spirits and have a good cocktail
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qwizoking
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so i assume yall know.. i kinda randomly decided to try the glenlivet line bottom up. 12,15 then 18
i just went to the store to grab a 21...then 25
figured it would be best then try the naduras
but i was informed the clerk only had 1 bottle of nadurra 16 left as it was discontinued ..i feel if i get more than one bottle at a time i drin to quick and wont really experience or appreciate the difference in the bottle
so naturally i picked this up
i just went to the store to grab a 21...then 25
figured it would be best then try the naduras
but i was informed the clerk only had 1 bottle of nadurra 16 left as it was discontinued ..i feel if i get more than one bottle at a time i drin to quick and wont really experience or appreciate the difference in the bottle
so naturally i picked this up
qwizoking
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o had picked up some makers ark whisky..
cheapn whatvwallmart haf
anuway i quite.liked it.
i compare it to a rhum agricole..barbancourt if you will though not as complex
interesting..
i didnt.think.i coukf.sip neat but doung so helps mr appreciate its layers. not bad,infact i recommend for the price. i almost would say that its perfectb the age it is. you can tell its younger.. id gurss 5-8yrs in yhat climate. but the flavors coming outvare superb
dont worry i never let rugs or etoh etects my judgment..... just my spelling
cheapn whatvwallmart haf
anuway i quite.liked it.
i compare it to a rhum agricole..barbancourt if you will though not as complex
interesting..
i didnt.think.i coukf.sip neat but doung so helps mr appreciate its layers. not bad,infact i recommend for the price. i almost would say that its perfectb the age it is. you can tell its younger.. id gurss 5-8yrs in yhat climate. but the flavors coming outvare superb
dont worry i never let rugs or etoh etects my judgment..... just my spelling
qwizoking
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im not gonna pretend reason be a whisky snob like some of my vuddies but yiuvknow....
i can appreciate the nuances.
like i sell my dank for 50-100 a zone or tyoiaccally just 200 a cutie and that the least i slamg
h fuk mind anddvfigers not working synergessic poke
srh88
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makers is some good bourbon for the price. tasty.. not too pricy and neat its delicious. same with buffalo trace, for how much it is its delicious
BarnBuster
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all right some reviews from:
http://whiskeyreviewer.com/2016/07/best-bourbons-under-30-072216/
but first I just saw this, some Blantons called "Straight from the Barrel" clocks in at 130 proof, BUT...not even sold in USA markets, WTF, why would they do that?
Ok, the reviews:
1. Wild Turkey 101, $22: By far and away the most popular choice in this category of mid-shelf bargain whiskeys is one that usually isn’t associated with the word “premium.” The classic expression of Wild Turkey bourbon, WT101 combines high proof and bold flavor with a very reasonable price tag. never cared much for WT, drank too much in my youth
2. Henry McKenna 10 Year Old Bottled-in-Bond Single Barrel, $26: Votes for Henry McKenna 10 Year Old were often accompanied by half-joking comments to not tell anyone about it, for fear that it would catch on and become the new Weller 12 Year Old (i.e. hunted to extinction). To some, Henry McKenna 10 has effectively replaced Elijah Craig 12 now that the latter has gone NAS, since it’s drawn from the same basic stock and almost as old. Others preferred Henry McKenna 10 all along, noting the higher proof, single barrel, bottled-in-bond points. This is a hell of a deal
3. Old Grand Dad 114, $27: If you’re a bourbon fan and you want to go big, bold, spicy and high proof on a budget, Old Grand Dad 114 is someone you want to meet. Like the standard Old Grand Dad, this comes from Beam’s high rye (27%) stock, but is bottled at a whopping 57% ABV. That is 6.5 points higher than even Wild Turkey 101, and other Beam products pushing the 60% mark cost around 50 or 60 bucks. This item is an overlooked steal. My new go to, with Evan Williams a close second
4. Evan Williams Single Barrel, $25: Elijah Craig 12 Year Old was a major classic of bargain bourbons. For those looking for a replacement, Henry McKenna is one way to go, but another is Evan Williams Single Barrel. It too comes from the same stock, and is also a 10 Year Old. The main difference from a consumer’s point of view is that it’s bottled at a lower proof, 86.6 instead of 100. So, if high octane whiskey isn’t your thing, this one is your bargain bourbon. One of my consistent favorites for years and years
5. 1792 Small Batch, $30: Those looking for a distillery that offers good quality, but is still largely overlooked by the drinking masses at large, Barton 1792 is the place to start. Within that distillery’s lineup, 1792 Small Batch is the bourbon to start with. Really the only thing holding it back insofar as we are concerned is the price tag; with an average of $30, it just barely squeaks in, and in some areas it will be priced over the line. This isn't bad but the others are better.
Don't forget about Bonded Old Grand Dad, still holds a special place in my heart
http://whiskeyreviewer.com/2016/07/best-bourbons-under-30-072216/
but first I just saw this, some Blantons called "Straight from the Barrel" clocks in at 130 proof, BUT...not even sold in USA markets, WTF, why would they do that?
Ok, the reviews:
1. Wild Turkey 101, $22: By far and away the most popular choice in this category of mid-shelf bargain whiskeys is one that usually isn’t associated with the word “premium.” The classic expression of Wild Turkey bourbon, WT101 combines high proof and bold flavor with a very reasonable price tag. never cared much for WT, drank too much in my youth
2. Henry McKenna 10 Year Old Bottled-in-Bond Single Barrel, $26: Votes for Henry McKenna 10 Year Old were often accompanied by half-joking comments to not tell anyone about it, for fear that it would catch on and become the new Weller 12 Year Old (i.e. hunted to extinction). To some, Henry McKenna 10 has effectively replaced Elijah Craig 12 now that the latter has gone NAS, since it’s drawn from the same basic stock and almost as old. Others preferred Henry McKenna 10 all along, noting the higher proof, single barrel, bottled-in-bond points. This is a hell of a deal
3. Old Grand Dad 114, $27: If you’re a bourbon fan and you want to go big, bold, spicy and high proof on a budget, Old Grand Dad 114 is someone you want to meet. Like the standard Old Grand Dad, this comes from Beam’s high rye (27%) stock, but is bottled at a whopping 57% ABV. That is 6.5 points higher than even Wild Turkey 101, and other Beam products pushing the 60% mark cost around 50 or 60 bucks. This item is an overlooked steal. My new go to, with Evan Williams a close second
4. Evan Williams Single Barrel, $25: Elijah Craig 12 Year Old was a major classic of bargain bourbons. For those looking for a replacement, Henry McKenna is one way to go, but another is Evan Williams Single Barrel. It too comes from the same stock, and is also a 10 Year Old. The main difference from a consumer’s point of view is that it’s bottled at a lower proof, 86.6 instead of 100. So, if high octane whiskey isn’t your thing, this one is your bargain bourbon. One of my consistent favorites for years and years
5. 1792 Small Batch, $30: Those looking for a distillery that offers good quality, but is still largely overlooked by the drinking masses at large, Barton 1792 is the place to start. Within that distillery’s lineup, 1792 Small Batch is the bourbon to start with. Really the only thing holding it back insofar as we are concerned is the price tag; with an average of $30, it just barely squeaks in, and in some areas it will be priced over the line. This isn't bad but the others are better.
Don't forget about Bonded Old Grand Dad, still holds a special place in my heart
srh88
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lol thats a rough list man.
i do like evan williams and old grand dad though if i dont feel like spending a decent chunk of money on a bottle
BlondeFrankenstein
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zeddd
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nice, I am drinking the 15 olorosso finish, stunning speyside for the money, only £40, how did you like the older whiskies?
evergreengardener
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Hibiki 12 & 17, Japanese Blended Whiskey is a great whiskey bit pricey tho the 12 goes for about $60 a bottle and the 17 goes for like $120 but it's a smooth in the throat whiskey IMO
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Don Gin and Ton
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I do love the speyside malts. Not so peat heavy but still a good depth.
zeddd
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this ones a beauty Don a good balance between sweet and oak, tried so many dif whiskies this year this and glenfarclas 17 were winners and for bourbon the four roses single barrel was a blinder for the money
zeddd
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ive tried a couple of the Japanese whiskies very nice and they punch above their weight imo
Don Gin and Ton
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I find the jap whiskeys too caramel , tasting too sweet. I only recently buckled and started taking a cube of ice in my whiskey. Wish id done it years ago