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Ive tried the regular solera 15 Glenfiddich and enjoyed it very much but I was in the shops yesterday and saw the distillers edition:
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Cask strength and non-chill filtered. Anyone try this yet?
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United States6335 Posts
On December 12 2012 09:39 Equity213 wrote:Ive tried the regular solera 15 Glenfiddich and enjoyed it very much but I was in the shops yesterday and saw the distillers edition: + Show Spoiler +Cask strength and non-chill filtered. Anyone try this yet?
Holy smokes, I didn't even know that existed! It's been added to my list... Thanks a lot.
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Only Whiskey I drank was Jack and Coke while partying in college. Well, graduated recently and I'm looking for something I can drink without the coke at the end of a night. Suggestions?! I'm a total noob on the topic of alcoholic drinks.. I had a little shot bottle of Hennesy and I tried that with ice and it seemed undrinkable! Is that Whiskey for me or is that a noob drink? haha
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Hennesy is Cognac brandy.
If you read this thread from the beginning to the end, you should know more than enough to make the right choices.
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Gentso buy a bottle of Jameson. Cheap and good Irish whiskey. if u want to spend a little more go with a bottle of Macallan 12. Delicious.
oh and also, black label is crap.
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What's a good scotch for 25-30 dollars? Like Buffalo Trace equivalent for scotch? Any suggestions?
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On October 19 2012 11:47 OminouS wrote:Show nested quote +On August 13 2012 15:11 OminouS wrote:On May 05 2012 08:38 OminouS wrote:On March 31 2012 22:19 OminouS wrote:So I bougth two whiskies last month. Ardbeg Uigeadail. Whisky of the year 2009 according to Jim Murray. Although I'm a sucker for all things Ardbeg, and I really enjoyed the whisky, I feel that the Alligator was more impressive and somewhat ruined the experience of Uigeadail for me, since I had tried it just last month. I would still recommend it to anyone. Port Charlotte 8. I wanted to jump onboard and try this newly started 2nd distillery from Bruichladdich before the standard 10 year old version will be released, since it will most likely be watered down to 46%. This bad boy had a cask strength of 60,5%, and was the first time around a bit disappointing, but this turned out to be a product of the fact that my brother doesn't have proper whisky glasses, so the smell was very hard to catch. When I tried them in my Glencairn glassess (http://www.whiskyglass.com/), the smell was present and all was good with the world. It did remind me of a younger Lagavulin with the same strenght, not unlike Lagavulin 12 years original cask strength which was one of the whiskies I tried right before this one. The future does indeed look bright for Bruichladdich and their projects such as Octomore and Port Charlotte. My latest purchases, haven't tried any of them yet though since I usually wait until my brother can try them with me: Smokehead Extra Black. I'm pretty sure it's just smartly marketed and probably overpriced, but I wanted to try it anyway. Bowmore Laimrig. I check this blog written by two fellow Swedes (http://peat.se/), and they usually have the same taste as I do. They highly recomended this one and I'm looking forward to trying it. Caol Ila Unpeated. Probably a fresh change of pace from the usually heavily peated whiskes from Islay. (As you've probably noticed, almost all my latest purchases has been Islay. Guess I have to branch out a bit more.) Bunnahabhain Peated Sherry Butt. Been looking forward to try something from this distillery for a long time, unless you count the closed Port Ellen and the newley opened Kilchoman, I tried something from all the other Islay destilleries that is available on the market right now (at least for a person in my situation). I will, however, get around to Kilchoman when it gets a bit older, and also Port Ellen, I will try that one in May when I get some more money to spend  As you've seen, I haven't really expressed the taste and smell of these whiskies. It is because I don't really know how to. Hopefully I will learn it in time, as I spend more time tasting and reading about whisky. I keep you posted when I've tried these 4 new purchases I (finally!) got around to try the whiskies I bougth over a month ago! Smokehead Extra Black: This one was pretty much as I expected it, smartly packeted and marketed product, but around 20€~ (imo) overpriced. The smell was nice, taste ok, finish quite welcoming, but as a whole, it fell short. I can't put my finger on exactly why, but it did. When I judge every part of it one by one the sum of the score adds up to 83/100. This is, however, too high in my oppinion. Considering every part as a whole, I give it sub 75/100. A bit disappointed, but I was prepared for it so everything is good with the world once again. Still a pretty good whisky if you have some money lying around. Bowmore Laimrig: This whisky was nothing like I expected it to be. After reading about it and probably laying to much focus on the 'Sherry finish' part, it was a shock when I first tasted it. After doing my best adjusting my expectations (and taste buds) I started to slowley appreciate it. The taste was pretty much oak dipped in tar, and with the natural cask strenght to top it off it gave a very raw expression. I decided to give it 76/100, but since I have most of the bottle left that value might improve over time, when I've had more time to process it. Caol Ila Unpeated: This one was quite overwhelming. I decided to start the night with this bad boy since it wasn't a peated Islay whisky, and therefore I suspected it to go down a bit easier than the others. Turns out this wasn't really the case. While I'm a big fan of natural cask strengths and usually don't have any troubles drinking 50-60% whiskies without adding water, this one at 64% was a bit too much. After adding water, and then adding some more, my mouth was already anaesthetized (google translate, usage ok?) and I had troubles appreciating it fully. It did however give me a nice perspective on what unpeated malt does to a whisky, and after I get more chances to try it out (and hopefully find the right amount of whisky/water ratio) I do believe I will enjoy it more over time. For now though, I'll give it 73/100. Bunnahabhain Peated Sherry Butt: The crown jewel of the evening. This relatively young (13 years) whisky was a really nice surprise, probably bougth a false ID from some kids in college, because he could probably get into a bar with the right attitude. It's the first one I ever tasted from Bunnahabhain, and on top of that, a single cask as well. Balance, taste and finish, everything was really nice. Only the smell fell a bit short but I blame that mostly on my brothers lack of real tasting glasses. However, I convinced him to buy real ones, and until then since most of the bottle is left I will have a field day with it at home with my proper glasses. The rating for this whisky landed on a solid 86/100. We also revisited my oldest and most rare whisky, 41 years old from Glenfarclas, bourbon hogshead, only released in 195 bottles. I've tasted it before and wont spend too much time talking about it, but it is to this day the greatest whisky I've ever tried, and this night just cemented that oppinion. I gave it a 95/100 even without proper glasses, with - 96. For now, that is all. But next month is Port Ellen 28 years old and Octomore 4.2 (167 ppm) if everything goes as planned, so things have just gotten started in the world of whisky for my part... Hello again, fellow whisky fans. Long time no see, but I've been busy. My latest try outs: Port Ellen 28 years: I can't place this M** F** (insert profanity). One moment it's the nectar of the gods, the other moment it's just plain plain. However, it is a merit of it's own since the distillery is no more, and I'm happy to have bougth it. It cost me a pretty penny, I would only recomend it if you had the money to spare. Still, very good, a solid 90+. Bruichladdich Octomore Comus 4.2 167ppm: The world 'smokiest' whisky. And boy do it deliver. A beast as young as 5 years, bottled at 61%, still, very balanced. Don't get me wrong, it burns hotter than wildfire and the finish doesn't seem to ever disappear, but considering the phenols and the ABV, it is still suprisingly balanced. Still, I wouldn't recomend it unless you really enjoy peatiness when it comes to whisky. It is, however, one of the best I've ever tried. Straigth to top 5, even topping 4.1 of the same brand. Kilchoman Machir Bay: This young bastard just happened to make a guest apperance betweeen the two beasts just mentioned. One would think that this vatted malt of only 3 years might fall short considering the competition, but it did surprise me. The nose was really nice, and for such a young bastard, it had a lot of potential. It had sweetness, balance, and even some peat, as an Islay should have, but I do believe as time goes by, this distillery will only grown, not only in size but also in taste. Still a bit rough around the edges if you ask me. Old Pulteney 21 Years: Trusting the nose and taste of Jim Murray once again, I bougth the latest gold medalist in the 'Whisky Bible' and hoped for the best. I was not disappointed. This time arround (different to the time I tried Ardbeg Uigeadail and wasn't fully prepared to what Jim stands for) I was fully understood with what Jim likes. And I could see why he chose this gem as his favorite the last year. The nose and the balance is out of this world. Taste/finish leaves a small gap to fill for the most fierce to fill, but as a whole, this whisky is one of the best I've ever tried. Not an Islay, but a Highland it does not have the peatiness one would usually look for (read: me), but that doesn't matter. This dram was worth its weigth in liquid gold (a dram to those who get the reference). Coming up: Bruichladdich 19 years. A 'stand alone producer' who has bougth just a single cask and marketed it in Sweden. I've tried their Port Charlotte, and of course Octomore, but this will be the first 'true' and old Bruichladdich I'll try. Looking forward to it. Caol Ila 27 years: Another producer that bougth a single cask. This one is called 'Svenska Eldvatten' and is a Swedish brand, bougth a single cask here and there and released on the swedish market. Caol Ila is one, if not the first love I've ever had when it comes to whisky. Being able to taste a whisky that is older than even myself is always a treat, I will treassure it a lot. For now though, I will go back to my bottle of Bowmore Tempest and ponder over lifes ups and downs as I slowly drift off into the void... It is time. I've bougth and tasted another 4 whiskies. Some good stuff for sure. Bruichladdich 19 years: Fruity liquorice would be my description. First time I tried this one I did it out of order in comparison with the other 3, so it got somewhat overshadowed. That doesn't mean this was a bad whisky, in fact, it's brilliant. I think I finally understand why they're known to be a less smokey and more fruity kind of whisky from Islay. I enjoyed it quite a bit. Ardbeg Corryvreckan: The DA spell and also Swedish word 'Malström' (maelstrom) makes it self known. Nose is Ardbeg, taste is Ardbeg, but the finish grabs a hold of you and pulls you down into the darkness. I found secrects about life's undertows. (Guess the song?  ) For the price tag it really impressed me. Question is, can it's brother live up to the reputation? Ardbeg Galileo: The answer is yes. This special edition released by Ardbeg is an homage to the casks sent into space (!). This whisky is matured in Marsala casks, and it have had some mixed reviews on it. I'm glad I decided to buy one, though. I actually didn't get a bottle to begin with, was about 10 minutes to late. Turns out the producer had a lot more in store though so I got to order one none the less. I've really started to enjoy whisky matured in (former) wine casks. Gives them depth but also a lot of flavors. I still suck at describing taste, but I really enjoy this whisky from my favorite distillery, Ardbeg. Please, keep going on the path you've chosen, can't go wrong from here as far as I'm concerned. Caol Ila 27 years: Caol Ila and I have a special relationship. It's basically the whisky that not only got me into Islay, but whisky over all. Tasting their standard 12 year old release really opened my eyes to a world I otherwise dismissed as 'dull, overpriced and niched'. But boy was I wrong (or maybe I wasn't, but if I am, I don't want to be wrong (or right? I lost myself)). So my expectaions on this whisky was pretty high. It didn't disappoint. Weighing in at 27 years (and 11 months), it's the third oldest whisky I've ever tasted, and God damn it, I might be a stereotype whisky enthusiast, but the three oldest whisky I've tasted has been three of the best one as well. Reminding me some of the Port Ellen malt to begin with, the similarities end there. Port Ellen has a very anise finish to it, while Caol Ila is moving more towards the, in lack of a better word, salty (or maybe even salt liquorice) side of things. Difference might seem small, but it made me positively surprised. ABV at 56%~ is helping out to close the expression of one of the most balanced, old Islay malts I've ever tasted. A real gem for sure. Those are the latest additions to my collection... (read: belly). Next up: Bunnahabhain Sherry Matured 20 years. Hoping for a real treat. Until then! Take care.
Read your wonderful post. First impression was that you have an excellent palette and can write well. Second impression is that you have far more money than me :/
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On December 13 2012 10:16 pwncakery wrote:Show nested quote +On October 19 2012 11:47 OminouS wrote:On August 13 2012 15:11 OminouS wrote:On May 05 2012 08:38 OminouS wrote:On March 31 2012 22:19 OminouS wrote:So I bougth two whiskies last month. Ardbeg Uigeadail. Whisky of the year 2009 according to Jim Murray. Although I'm a sucker for all things Ardbeg, and I really enjoyed the whisky, I feel that the Alligator was more impressive and somewhat ruined the experience of Uigeadail for me, since I had tried it just last month. I would still recommend it to anyone. Port Charlotte 8. I wanted to jump onboard and try this newly started 2nd distillery from Bruichladdich before the standard 10 year old version will be released, since it will most likely be watered down to 46%. This bad boy had a cask strength of 60,5%, and was the first time around a bit disappointing, but this turned out to be a product of the fact that my brother doesn't have proper whisky glasses, so the smell was very hard to catch. When I tried them in my Glencairn glassess (http://www.whiskyglass.com/), the smell was present and all was good with the world. It did remind me of a younger Lagavulin with the same strenght, not unlike Lagavulin 12 years original cask strength which was one of the whiskies I tried right before this one. The future does indeed look bright for Bruichladdich and their projects such as Octomore and Port Charlotte. My latest purchases, haven't tried any of them yet though since I usually wait until my brother can try them with me: Smokehead Extra Black. I'm pretty sure it's just smartly marketed and probably overpriced, but I wanted to try it anyway. Bowmore Laimrig. I check this blog written by two fellow Swedes (http://peat.se/), and they usually have the same taste as I do. They highly recomended this one and I'm looking forward to trying it. Caol Ila Unpeated. Probably a fresh change of pace from the usually heavily peated whiskes from Islay. (As you've probably noticed, almost all my latest purchases has been Islay. Guess I have to branch out a bit more.) Bunnahabhain Peated Sherry Butt. Been looking forward to try something from this distillery for a long time, unless you count the closed Port Ellen and the newley opened Kilchoman, I tried something from all the other Islay destilleries that is available on the market right now (at least for a person in my situation). I will, however, get around to Kilchoman when it gets a bit older, and also Port Ellen, I will try that one in May when I get some more money to spend As you've seen, I haven't really expressed the taste and smell of these whiskies. It is because I don't really know how to. Hopefully I will learn it in time, as I spend more time tasting and reading about whisky. I keep you posted when I've tried these 4 new purchases I (finally!) got around to try the whiskies I bougth over a month ago! Smokehead Extra Black: This one was pretty much as I expected it, smartly packeted and marketed product, but around 20€~ (imo) overpriced. The smell was nice, taste ok, finish quite welcoming, but as a whole, it fell short. I can't put my finger on exactly why, but it did. When I judge every part of it one by one the sum of the score adds up to 83/100. This is, however, too high in my oppinion. Considering every part as a whole, I give it sub 75/100. A bit disappointed, but I was prepared for it so everything is good with the world once again. Still a pretty good whisky if you have some money lying around. Bowmore Laimrig: This whisky was nothing like I expected it to be. After reading about it and probably laying to much focus on the 'Sherry finish' part, it was a shock when I first tasted it. After doing my best adjusting my expectations (and taste buds) I started to slowley appreciate it. The taste was pretty much oak dipped in tar, and with the natural cask strenght to top it off it gave a very raw expression. I decided to give it 76/100, but since I have most of the bottle left that value might improve over time, when I've had more time to process it. Caol Ila Unpeated: This one was quite overwhelming. I decided to start the night with this bad boy since it wasn't a peated Islay whisky, and therefore I suspected it to go down a bit easier than the others. Turns out this wasn't really the case. While I'm a big fan of natural cask strengths and usually don't have any troubles drinking 50-60% whiskies without adding water, this one at 64% was a bit too much. After adding water, and then adding some more, my mouth was already anaesthetized (google translate, usage ok?) and I had troubles appreciating it fully. It did however give me a nice perspective on what unpeated malt does to a whisky, and after I get more chances to try it out (and hopefully find the right amount of whisky/water ratio) I do believe I will enjoy it more over time. For now though, I'll give it 73/100. Bunnahabhain Peated Sherry Butt: The crown jewel of the evening. This relatively young (13 years) whisky was a really nice surprise, probably bougth a false ID from some kids in college, because he could probably get into a bar with the right attitude. It's the first one I ever tasted from Bunnahabhain, and on top of that, a single cask as well. Balance, taste and finish, everything was really nice. Only the smell fell a bit short but I blame that mostly on my brothers lack of real tasting glasses. However, I convinced him to buy real ones, and until then since most of the bottle is left I will have a field day with it at home with my proper glasses. The rating for this whisky landed on a solid 86/100. We also revisited my oldest and most rare whisky, 41 years old from Glenfarclas, bourbon hogshead, only released in 195 bottles. I've tasted it before and wont spend too much time talking about it, but it is to this day the greatest whisky I've ever tried, and this night just cemented that oppinion. I gave it a 95/100 even without proper glasses, with - 96. For now, that is all. But next month is Port Ellen 28 years old and Octomore 4.2 (167 ppm) if everything goes as planned, so things have just gotten started in the world of whisky for my part... Hello again, fellow whisky fans. Long time no see, but I've been busy. My latest try outs: Port Ellen 28 years: I can't place this M** F** (insert profanity). One moment it's the nectar of the gods, the other moment it's just plain plain. However, it is a merit of it's own since the distillery is no more, and I'm happy to have bougth it. It cost me a pretty penny, I would only recomend it if you had the money to spare. Still, very good, a solid 90+. Bruichladdich Octomore Comus 4.2 167ppm: The world 'smokiest' whisky. And boy do it deliver. A beast as young as 5 years, bottled at 61%, still, very balanced. Don't get me wrong, it burns hotter than wildfire and the finish doesn't seem to ever disappear, but considering the phenols and the ABV, it is still suprisingly balanced. Still, I wouldn't recomend it unless you really enjoy peatiness when it comes to whisky. It is, however, one of the best I've ever tried. Straigth to top 5, even topping 4.1 of the same brand. Kilchoman Machir Bay: This young bastard just happened to make a guest apperance betweeen the two beasts just mentioned. One would think that this vatted malt of only 3 years might fall short considering the competition, but it did surprise me. The nose was really nice, and for such a young bastard, it had a lot of potential. It had sweetness, balance, and even some peat, as an Islay should have, but I do believe as time goes by, this distillery will only grown, not only in size but also in taste. Still a bit rough around the edges if you ask me. Old Pulteney 21 Years: Trusting the nose and taste of Jim Murray once again, I bougth the latest gold medalist in the 'Whisky Bible' and hoped for the best. I was not disappointed. This time arround (different to the time I tried Ardbeg Uigeadail and wasn't fully prepared to what Jim stands for) I was fully understood with what Jim likes. And I could see why he chose this gem as his favorite the last year. The nose and the balance is out of this world. Taste/finish leaves a small gap to fill for the most fierce to fill, but as a whole, this whisky is one of the best I've ever tried. Not an Islay, but a Highland it does not have the peatiness one would usually look for (read: me), but that doesn't matter. This dram was worth its weigth in liquid gold (a dram to those who get the reference). Coming up: Bruichladdich 19 years. A 'stand alone producer' who has bougth just a single cask and marketed it in Sweden. I've tried their Port Charlotte, and of course Octomore, but this will be the first 'true' and old Bruichladdich I'll try. Looking forward to it. Caol Ila 27 years: Another producer that bougth a single cask. This one is called 'Svenska Eldvatten' and is a Swedish brand, bougth a single cask here and there and released on the swedish market. Caol Ila is one, if not the first love I've ever had when it comes to whisky. Being able to taste a whisky that is older than even myself is always a treat, I will treassure it a lot. For now though, I will go back to my bottle of Bowmore Tempest and ponder over lifes ups and downs as I slowly drift off into the void... It is time. I've bougth and tasted another 4 whiskies. Some good stuff for sure. Bruichladdich 19 years: Fruity liquorice would be my description. First time I tried this one I did it out of order in comparison with the other 3, so it got somewhat overshadowed. That doesn't mean this was a bad whisky, in fact, it's brilliant. I think I finally understand why they're known to be a less smokey and more fruity kind of whisky from Islay. I enjoyed it quite a bit. Ardbeg Corryvreckan: The DA spell and also Swedish word 'Malström' (maelstrom) makes it self known. Nose is Ardbeg, taste is Ardbeg, but the finish grabs a hold of you and pulls you down into the darkness. I found secrects about life's undertows. (Guess the song? ) For the price tag it really impressed me. Question is, can it's brother live up to the reputation? Ardbeg Galileo: The answer is yes. This special edition released by Ardbeg is an homage to the casks sent into space (!). This whisky is matured in Marsala casks, and it have had some mixed reviews on it. I'm glad I decided to buy one, though. I actually didn't get a bottle to begin with, was about 10 minutes to late. Turns out the producer had a lot more in store though so I got to order one none the less. I've really started to enjoy whisky matured in (former) wine casks. Gives them depth but also a lot of flavors. I still suck at describing taste, but I really enjoy this whisky from my favorite distillery, Ardbeg. Please, keep going on the path you've chosen, can't go wrong from here as far as I'm concerned. Caol Ila 27 years: Caol Ila and I have a special relationship. It's basically the whisky that not only got me into Islay, but whisky over all. Tasting their standard 12 year old release really opened my eyes to a world I otherwise dismissed as 'dull, overpriced and niched'. But boy was I wrong (or maybe I wasn't, but if I am, I don't want to be wrong (or right? I lost myself)). So my expectaions on this whisky was pretty high. It didn't disappoint. Weighing in at 27 years (and 11 months), it's the third oldest whisky I've ever tasted, and God damn it, I might be a stereotype whisky enthusiast, but the three oldest whisky I've tasted has been three of the best one as well. Reminding me some of the Port Ellen malt to begin with, the similarities end there. Port Ellen has a very anise finish to it, while Caol Ila is moving more towards the, in lack of a better word, salty (or maybe even salt liquorice) side of things. Difference might seem small, but it made me positively surprised. ABV at 56%~ is helping out to close the expression of one of the most balanced, old Islay malts I've ever tasted. A real gem for sure. Those are the latest additions to my collection... (read: belly). Next up: Bunnahabhain Sherry Matured 20 years. Hoping for a real treat. Until then! Take care. Read your wonderful post. First impression was that you have an excellent palette and can write well. Second impression is that you have far more money than me :/
To bad, yes, the whisky I buy is usually expensive. This is often at the expense of other things though (like food, clothes and shelter). I don't have a lot of money, but I love whisky and I if I wouldn't buy whisky for it, I propably would just buy beer and rum for it anyway. This way I don't get drunk nearly as often as I used to
Glad that you liked my post, check out the nested qoutes if you missed my older reviews as well. Bought three new ones:
Bruichladdich Black Art 3
Bruichladdich Octomore 5.1
Bunnahabhain Sherry Matured 20 years (Svenska Eldvatten)
Should get together with my brother soon enough to try those out and write some thougths about it here.
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On December 13 2012 02:32 Gentso wrote:
Only Whiskey I drank was Jack and Coke while partying in college. Well, graduated recently and I'm looking for something I can drink without the coke at the end of a night. Suggestions?! I'm a total noob on the topic of alcoholic drinks.. I had a little shot bottle of Hennesy and I tried that with ice and it seemed undrinkable! Is that Whiskey for me or is that a noob drink? haha
Give Jameson Irish Whiskey a try. It's nothing expensive, $30 a bottle. I love it, tastes like caramel and vanilla to me.
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jesus thats expensive, i get my jameson for $17 at the liquor store by my house.
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Any TL'ers heading to WhiskyFest Chicago in April? I was lucky enough to pick up a VIP ticket before they sold out.
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Just getting into Whiskey myself, starting with Scotch mostly, though I did try a bottle of Jameson because one of their TV commercials made me laugh. For the most part, I'm drinking Chivas Regal 12. I'm looking into trying my first single malt/18 for the holidays, but it's not something I could afford regularly.
I like about 2 shots on ice, with some indica at nights.
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I am starting to get into whiskys now that i bought myself a globe bar. I recently bought a bottle of locnagar 12 yo highland scotch, and i really like it! Anyone else tried it or have any good suggestions for a prequel to tvat parti ular bottle?
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Got me a bottle of Bushmills 10 the other day since I made some extra tip at work.
Smell and taste is really sweet for a whiskey. Think it could make a pretty good first try for people new to whiskey.
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Just bought a bottle of Wild Turkey 101 tonight; making my way through a John B Stetson and just finished an Eagle Rare 10yo.
I love you bourbon :D
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On December 13 2012 12:22 Koronin wrote:
I like about 2 shots on ice, with some indica at nights.
Please don't. If you drink it cold, you won't be able to taste most of the flavors.
If it's too strong for you add a little bit of water.
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On December 17 2012 19:17 Rubyfire wrote:Show nested quote +On December 13 2012 12:22 Koronin wrote:
I like about 2 shots on ice, with some indica at nights. Please don't. If you drink it cold, you won't be able to taste most of the flavors. If it's too strong for you add a little bit of water.
Ice doesn't actually change flavour, it suppresses scent. If you're drinking for appreciation, then scent is an important part of a whisky, and certainly enhances the flavour experience.
If you're drinking for enjoyment, you can drink it however you like, having a reasonable amount on ice is quite refreshing whilst not masking the flavour with some other mixer, like say having it with coke. (Although, if thats what you enjoy, by all means)
The adding of water is definitely the right way to go for appreciation, as it opens up the scent rather than suppressing it, as well as changing the flavour dynamic.
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