Calling all alcaholics...Whiskey Thread

[6StringSamurai]

#1 Evan Williams Vintage Single Barrel - 23$
#2 Crown Royal Special Reserve - 45$
#3 Woodridge - 30$


Those 3 are my favorites, I typically drink these cut with maybe 2 part coke to 4 parts whiskey. 1/4 for the CR Special Reserve.

I am interested in trying out some new brands.

OT: I tried the new Black Medallion tequila from Jose Cuervo, the one you are supposed to drink with coke, suprisingly.....not bad.

 

[foghorn67]

Maker's Mark. Just plain smooth.

 

[imported_Trippin315]

Johnny Blue if I have the money.

 

[6StringSamurai]

Average price on Makers or Johnny Blue and how do your drink them? Straight, cut with coke/water/seven up etc?

 

[dullard]

I don't mind having the occasional whiskey thread (these pop up every 3-4 months usually). But, at least wait at least 10 days from the last thread.

Maker's Mark for me. It is the right combination of (a) price and (b) lack of nasty funk.

 

[imported_Trippin315]

Originally posted by: 6StringSamurai
Average price on Makers or Johnny Blue and how do your drink them? Straight, cut with coke/water/seven up etc?

four oz sipper, but first I have to clean out my savings to do it.

 

[Qwest]

Johnny Black straight or with coke.
Johnny Red with ginger ale and club soda

 

[sao123]

I swear to drink Jack, the whole Jack, and nothing but the Jack, so help me god.

 

[j00fek]

Originally posted by: 6StringSamurai
#1 Evan Williams Vintage Single Barrel - 23$
#2 Crown Royal Special Reserve - 45$
#3 Woodridge - 30$


Those 3 are my favorites, I typically drink these cut with maybe 2 part coke to 4 parts whiskey. 1/4 for the CR Special Reserve.

I am interested in trying out some new brands.

OT: I tried the new Black Medallion tequila from Jose Cuervo, the one you are supposed to drink with coke, suprisingly.....not bad.

your #2 is my #1

 

[imported_Trippin315]

Originally posted by: Qwest
Johnny Black straight or with coke.
Johnny Red with ginger ale and club soda

Johnny red is tranny fluid. Mine as well be JD.

 

[AMDZen]

Colorado Black Diamond Whiskey - its like $10 for a 750ml

 

[6StringSamurai]

Originally posted by: dullard
I don't mind having the occasional whiskey thread (these pop up every 3-4 months usually). But, at least wait at least 10 days from the last thread.

Maker's Mark for me. It is the right combination of (a) price and (b) lack of nasty funk.

My apologies, did not see the last thread, usually im only on here 8-5 mon- fri

I think I am going to stop and getting some Makers Mark. I have heard a few mention this now, here and at work.

 

[frankgomez75]

1) Crown Royal Reserve $45 -- on the rocks
2) Chivas Regal 18 - $45 -- on the rocks

 

[6StringSamurai]

Damn..

Johnnie Walker Blue Label
Authentic re-creation of an original 19th century blend available only to John Walker's most valued customers. Available in very limited quantities each bottle has its own serial number.
Price: $217.11 On Sale $179.99


But then I saw this:

This cask strength Johnnie Walker Blue Label commemorates the 200th birthday of the man himself, and comes packaged in a contemporary baccarat decanter.

Color: A dark full gold with dense shades of amber.

No of whiskies: "In the neighborhood of 16."

Nose: Harmonious and perfectly balanced: hints of smokiness and a real depth of sherry character, with hints of raisins and toasted nuts.

Palate: Hugely flavorful with rich peatiness, deep smoke and traces of spice. Develops into intense flavors of oak, dark chocolate, and rich home-made Dundee Cake. Cardhu, Benrinnes, and other Speyside malts combine to provide the rich sherry and oak flavours. Royal Lochnagar from the tiny Highland distillery gives a rich sweetness with hints of freshness. Mature grains give oak and vanilla character while Caol Lla brings the deep, pungent spice and smoke.

Finish: Well balanced, long and intense, with hints of oak, Islay seaweed and vintage oaks.



rws32337Regular price: $4,374.98Sale price: $3,999.99

 

[jmdeathsquad]

Jameson - straight up

 

[tweakmm]

You put more than ice in whiskey that's more than $25 a fifth(EV is close enough)?

:shakes head::

 

[ThePresence]

Glenrothes, neat. Easily my favorite single malt.

 

[tweakmm]

Originally posted by: sao123
I swear to drink Jack, the whole Jack, and nothing but the Jack, so help me god.

Jack is so horribly overrated it's not even funny.

 

[edro]

Players Extreme - Cherry Vodka
5 Times Distilled. Extremely smooth and fairly cheap.

 

[tweakmm]

As the question, I prefer a good scotch over a bourbon or irish whisky, but will drink both the latter if my arm is twisted.

My favorite good value scotch(read:blended) is Teachers Highland Cream at about $20 a fifth.

I'm still in my single malt discovery stage and do not have a favorite as of yet.

 

[6StringSamurai]

Originally posted by: edro
Players Extreme - Cherry Vodka
5 Times Distilled. Extremely smooth and fairly cheap.

ENGLISH MOTHER F#$KER LOL WHISKEY....say it with me.......WHIS.....KEY!

 

[broon]

The Macallen 12 year - $50
Oban 14 year - $60
The Macallen 18 year - $140

All with only three ice cubes.

 

[ThePresence]

Originally posted by: broon
The Macallen 12 year - $50
Oban 14 year - $60
The Macallen 18 year - $140

All with only three ice cubes.

Please don't put ice in single malt.

 

[GasX]

I'd be hard pressed to pick a favorite, but I am with tweakmm. If you are adding a mixer to your whiskey, you can't really speak to the topic at hand.

I lean towards the smooth whiskies, and 18 year old Macallan is mighty smooth. The Balvenie <fill in the blank>woods are also awesome.

edit: since the OP calls for favorites and not "best", go ahead and dilute your swill with mixers and enjoy... I'll be over here savoring the warmth in my belly.

 

[DaShen]

Originally posted by: foghorn67
Maker's Mark. Just plain smooth.

Agreed. Straight

*Edit*
Regular Crown is okay as well. Never drink anything more expensive.