Whisky discussion
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fan_from_texas
I'm trying to get there. I just need some time and practice.Iliketurtles;1299001 wrote:Being a lawyer I'm surprised you don't already drink at least a fifth a night. -
Commander of Awesome
Bush used to go through a fifth a day, true story.Iliketurtles;1299001 wrote:Being a lawyer I'm surprised you don't already drink at least a fifth a night. -
O-Trap
Step 1: Buy bottle of whiskey.fan_from_texas;1298994 wrote:I want to start drinking whiskey. What should I do? How should I start?
Step 2: Pour in tumbler. Add ice cubes as necessary.
Step 3: Drink whiskey.
Step 4: ??????????
Step 5: Profit! -
O-Trap
If a president doesn't, I think they have stress-management issues.Commander of Awesome;1299007 wrote:Bush used to go through a fifth a day, true story. -
Commander of Awesome
This was supposedly before he was president. Allegedly he stopped drinking the day his 40th birthday. ALLEGEDLY.O-Trap;1299011 wrote:If a president doesn't, I think they have stress-management issues. -
fan_from_texas
What's a good, inexpensive whiskey to start with? The ultimate goal is to project the image of appearing sophisticated while actually knowing nothing and yet still having an interesting vice.O-Trap;1299009 wrote:Step 1: Buy bottle of whiskey.
Step 2: Pour in tumbler. Add ice cubes as necessary.
Step 3: Drink whiskey.
Step 4: ??????????
Step 5: Profit! -
gorocks99
If you wanna appear sophisticated above and beyond others, don't put in ice. Instead put in a splash of water. Adding ice actually dampens the bouquet while adding a splash of water enhances it. -
fan_from_texas
This is good to know.gorocks99;1299021 wrote:If you wanna appear sophisticated above and beyond others, don't put in ice. Instead put in a splash of water. Adding ice actually dampens the bouquet while adding a splash of water enhances it. -
O-Trap
I was saying this because a newbie to whiskey might cringe at the bite of some whiskeys, and the ice takes the edge off the bite.gorocks99;1299021 wrote:If you wanna appear sophisticated above and beyond others, don't put in ice. Instead put in a splash of water. Adding ice actually dampens the bouquet while adding a splash of water enhances it.
For avoiding the sour face but not adding ice, AND looking to not break the bank, I'd recommend a Balvenie Scotch. Smooth and little peat. Only runs, what, $60 or so?
If you're not going to add ice, and you're relatively inexperienced, I'd steer clear of bourbon or anything "cask strength." -
justincredible
I have a set of whisky stones, anyone with experience using them? I know it just allows you to chill your whisky without dilution. I'm guessing I should get a weaker whisky to start out with since I won't be diluting it? -
justincredible
I think I am going to run to the Party Source tonight to pick up a bottle of something. My wife is going to dinner with friends tonight so I'm going to get shit faced while she's out. Whether or not I get domestic when she gets home is up to her.
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Commander of Awesome
Love when this happens.justincredible;1299046 wrote:I think I am going to run to the Party Source tonight to pick up a bottle of something. My wife is going to dinner with friends tonight so I'm going to get shit faced while she's out. Whether or not I get domestic when she gets home is up to her. -
like_that
You're married?Commander of Awesome;1299048 wrote:Love when this happens. -
Raw Dawgin' it
Helps if you're not a [redacted because of adsense]justincredible;1299045 wrote:I have a set of whisky stones, anyone with experience using them? I know it just allows you to chill your whisky without dilution. I'm guessing I should get a weaker whisky to start out with since I won't be diluting it?
Get a good whiskey or scotch, don't use ice, and be a man. -
Commander of Awesome
This is funny coming from a "guy" who can't drink a pumpkin beer.Raw Dawgin' it;1299064 wrote:Helps if you're not a [redacted because of adsense]
Get a good whiskey or scotch, don't use ice, and be a man. -
justincredible
Oh you didn't see where I'm not using ice?Raw Dawgin' it;1299064 wrote:Helps if you're not a [redacted because of adsense]
Get a good whiskey or scotch, don't use ice, and be a man. -
raiderbuck
I have them. Only used them once or twice. IMO, not worth it. Just drink it straight.justincredible;1299045 wrote:I have a set of whisky stones, anyone with experience using them? I know it just allows you to chill your whisky without dilution. I'm guessing I should get a weaker whisky to start out with since I won't be diluting it? -
justincredible
I prefer chilled drinks but I'll obviously try it both ways.raiderbuck;1299070 wrote:I have them. Only used them once or twice. IMO, not worth it. Just drink it straight. -
Raw Dawgin' it
There's a difference between can't and won't.Commander of Awesome;1299066 wrote:This is funny coming from a "guy" who can't drink a pumpkin beer. -
Raw Dawgin' it
You don't need a weaker drink. It'll taste better w/o ice. Personally, i prefer it room temp than cold.justincredible;1299068 wrote:Oh you didn't see where I'm not using ice? -
Commander of Awesome
I prefer to heat it in a skillet, but I will drink it cold.Raw Dawgin' it;1299078 wrote:You don't need a weaker drink. It'll taste better w/o ice. Personally, i prefer it room temp than cold. -
Ironman92
Commander of Awesome;1299085 wrote:I prefer to heat it in a skillet, but I will drink it cold.
I read this whole thread and learned a bit....and this caught me perfectly off guard for the lol. -
O-Trap
I'm currently sipping on a relatively cheap bourbon: Woodford Reserve.
I'm committed to continuing to be blissfully ignorant of bourbon and wine, so that I can enjoy the cheap stuff. -
GoChiefs
O-Trap;1299365 wrote:I'm committed to continuing to be blissfully ignorant
You've done a great job of it so far! :thumbup:
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bases_loaded
Getting married today which means last night was a special occasion where my dad breaks out the single malts.
Laguvullen 16
Macallan 12
Glenfuddech 21
And whiskey of the year old paultney 21
My spelling is way off but they weren't