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I knew I'd get someone to drop the sick knowledge bombs if I tried to lay down some terms. That's one of the cool things about these forums. If you don't know something or have your facts mixed up, someone will be along shortly to correct your mistakes.
I stand corrected on the JD remark. JD is whiskey, not bourbon. Delicious either way.
I read the first post right before I left work and picked up a bottle of Jameson on the way home. Mmmm. Tasty. I studied some labels in the liquor store and it does appear that "whisky" is the Canadian stuff.
The wife's starting to get on my because we have so many different bottles of Scotch, Whiskey and Bourbon building up in the kitchen. I don't drink that much (liquor) but I do really like the taste and I like trying new kinds. I very rarely ever finish off a bottle, but I end up buying a new one about every week or so. The part of our counter near the fridge is almost covered with 3/4full bottles of expensive hooch. If I were to run into my younger self, I imagine he would be disappointed in me. Such a waste. It looks like I may have to make a concerted effort to thin out these bottles.
I stand corrected on the JD remark. JD is whiskey, not bourbon. Delicious either way.
I read the first post right before I left work and picked up a bottle of Jameson on the way home. Mmmm. Tasty. I studied some labels in the liquor store and it does appear that "whisky" is the Canadian stuff.
The wife's starting to get on my because we have so many different bottles of Scotch, Whiskey and Bourbon building up in the kitchen. I don't drink that much (liquor) but I do really like the taste and I like trying new kinds. I very rarely ever finish off a bottle, but I end up buying a new one about every week or so. The part of our counter near the fridge is almost covered with 3/4full bottles of expensive hooch. If I were to run into my younger self, I imagine he would be disappointed in me. Such a waste. It looks like I may have to make a concerted effort to thin out these bottles.
only thing I like about piss water eerrrrr Coors Light is its free most of the tim and very little cost the rest. My buddy is a distributor for them. He gets alot free or at very little cost and then brings it to my hourse to drink away problems ftom his family. Works well for me. 
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Im a Kentucky boy, Im very partial to the local distillers. If it comes from Tennessee, it aint bourbon...sorry to burst your bubble.
If you like Bourbon, Bookers is the way to go. Its about as strong as any non-super hero can reasonably drink (127.5 proof I believe?), and it tastes GREAT...perfect for INFI junkies It will also make those late night credit card purchases easier to rationalize.
I also like Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace, and Knob Creek...all are a bit more gentle but not nearly as rich as Bookers. I dont drink the bulk production stuff unless it has 7up or Coke in it, its nasty straight up.
If you put water, ice, or soda pop in any of the above, please slap yourself and save your wallet the damage.
If you like Bourbon, Bookers is the way to go. Its about as strong as any non-super hero can reasonably drink (127.5 proof I believe?), and it tastes GREAT...perfect for INFI junkies
It will also make those late night credit card purchases easier to rationalize.I also like Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace, and Knob Creek...all are a bit more gentle but not nearly as rich as Bookers. I dont drink the bulk production stuff unless it has 7up or Coke in it, its nasty straight up.
If you put water, ice, or soda pop in any of the above, please slap yourself and save your wallet the damage.
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Try Jameson Reserve or just plain Jameson.
For a No hang Over morning, just don't stop drinking, or Drink Stole. Made from potatos not sugar beets or blended. Put it a freezer for a day then, have at it!
Just remember, "If out with the Boss drink whiskey or burbon, atleast he'll know when your drunk. If you drink Vodka or Gin and get wasted, he'll just think your a dipshit!"
alex
For a No hang Over morning, just don't stop drinking, or Drink Stole. Made from potatos not sugar beets or blended. Put it a freezer for a day then, have at it!
Just remember, "If out with the Boss drink whiskey or burbon, atleast he'll know when your drunk. If you drink Vodka or Gin and get wasted, he'll just think your a dipshit!"
alex
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afrankoiii said:
Nyet. Stoli's made from winter wheat, water, and yeast. Double distilled and charcoal filtered.
If you want good potato vodka, try Chopin.
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For better stuff I'm partial to Lagavulin 16 year, for mixing I like Bullit bourbon.
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Mmmmm. Islay Malt. :thumbup: I had to go pour a wee dram (two fingers) of Bowmore.
I knew I fell in with a good crowd here. Single Malt, Bourbon, Tennessee sippin' whiskey. You guys named all the highlights: Lagavulin, Laphroig, Oban, Bookers, Bakers, Makers, Evan Williams, Beam Black. Someone's been peeking in my liquor cabinet!
Let's not even get started on cigars!
(btw, does anybody know for certain how to pronounce Islay? is it 'eye-la' or 'a-leye' or........?)
I knew I fell in with a good crowd here. Single Malt, Bourbon, Tennessee sippin' whiskey. You guys named all the highlights: Lagavulin, Laphroig, Oban, Bookers, Bakers, Makers, Evan Williams, Beam Black. Someone's been peeking in my liquor cabinet!
Let's not even get started on cigars!
(btw, does anybody know for certain how to pronounce Islay? is it 'eye-la' or 'a-leye' or........?)
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gstella said:
It's 'eye-luh'.
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booze is booze. skunkducci will drink anything! :thumbup:
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Old Crow anyone? LOL
Some words of wit: Old Crow is a very venerable name. Most authorities credit Dr. James Crow with the development of what we recognize today as bourbon whiskey. Old Crow was also a top seller, competing with Jim Beam for #1 bourbon through most of the middle decades of this century. When bourbon sales started to tumble, Old Crow suffered more than most. Jim Beam absorbed National Distillers, owner of Old Crow, in 1987 and immediately closed the distillery (they still use the warehouses). The Old Crow you buy today is essentially the same whiskey as Jim Beam White Label, or maybe not even quite that good. Beam considers it a "bottom shelf" brand. They don't give it much support and they certainly don't put their best whiskey in the bottles. :barf:
Some words of wit: Old Crow is a very venerable name. Most authorities credit Dr. James Crow with the development of what we recognize today as bourbon whiskey. Old Crow was also a top seller, competing with Jim Beam for #1 bourbon through most of the middle decades of this century. When bourbon sales started to tumble, Old Crow suffered more than most. Jim Beam absorbed National Distillers, owner of Old Crow, in 1987 and immediately closed the distillery (they still use the warehouses). The Old Crow you buy today is essentially the same whiskey as Jim Beam White Label, or maybe not even quite that good. Beam considers it a "bottom shelf" brand. They don't give it much support and they certainly don't put their best whiskey in the bottles. :barf:
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Some more on the subject...of Whiskey vs Bourbon...
Where is bourbon made?
Bourbon can be made anywhere in the United States. All but a couple of brands are made in Kentucky, and Kentucky is the only state allowed to put its name on the bottle. And as Kentucky distillers are quick to point out, Bourbon is not Bourbon unless the label says so.
Why is this whiskey called bourbon?
It takes its name from Bourbon County, located in the central Bluegrass region of Kentucky. It was formed from Fayette county in 1785 while still a part of Virginia and named to honor the French Royal Family and was once the major trans shipment site for distilled spirits heading down the Ohio and Mississippi rivers to New Orleans. Barrels shipped from its ports were stamped with the county's name, and Bourbon and whiskey soon became synonymous.
Where is bourbon made?
Bourbon can be made anywhere in the United States. All but a couple of brands are made in Kentucky, and Kentucky is the only state allowed to put its name on the bottle. And as Kentucky distillers are quick to point out, Bourbon is not Bourbon unless the label says so.
Why is this whiskey called bourbon?
It takes its name from Bourbon County, located in the central Bluegrass region of Kentucky. It was formed from Fayette county in 1785 while still a part of Virginia and named to honor the French Royal Family and was once the major trans shipment site for distilled spirits heading down the Ohio and Mississippi rivers to New Orleans. Barrels shipped from its ports were stamped with the county's name, and Bourbon and whiskey soon became synonymous.