Bourbon Season!

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10-05-2011, 04:22 AM
1OldGI

Bourbon Season!

With the cooler weather and shorter days of fall upon us, this not too young man's fancy turns to thoughts of bourbon. A night cap of 3 fingers of Maker's Mark with just a spritz of ginger ale is just what the doctor ordered. My normal rotation is Maker's, Jameson, and Jim Beam but I think around Christmas time some George Dickel or Wild Turkey might be in order.
10-05-2011, 04:56 AM
JohnnyCakeDC

Hunting season and Bourbon go together like shoes and socks. A bottle of Woodford Reserve and a bag of Red Man. I want some.
10-05-2011, 09:19 AM
tonycraigo

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Originally Posted by 1OldGI

With the cooler weather and shorter days of fall upon us, this not too young man's fancy turns to thoughts of bourbon. A night cap of 3 fingers of Maker's Mark with just a spritz of ginger ale is just what the doctor ordered. My normal rotation is Maker's, Jameson, and Jim Beam but I think around Christmas time some George Dickel or Wild Turkey might be in order.

Christmas and Jim Beam (12 year old) with home-made nog (no sugar for us borderline diabetics - we're used to splenda/equal/whatever) is a staple 'round these parts.

...let it snow, let it snow, let it snow...

:)
10-05-2011, 09:31 AM
Mvcrash

Bourbon is nice. I've never tried it with ginger ale. I think I will, thanks.
10-05-2011, 09:38 AM
Wintchase

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Originally Posted by JohnnyCakeDC

Hunting season and Bourbon go together like shoes and socks. A bottle of Woodford Reserve and a bag of Red Man. I want some.

What's ta' hunt in D.C., besides "parking spots"? You are correct though, just took an antelope with my son and a few buds out on the plains last week. Although hot during the day, the temp dropped at night and the bourbon flowed.
10-05-2011, 01:01 PM
Slartibartfast

It is always bourbon season year round here...

Bulleit has become my "go to" everyday bourbon. When I am feeling special a bottle of Blanton does the trick.
10-05-2011, 02:18 PM
zappbrannigan

Maker's Mark is always a go-to, with or without soda/ginger ale. If it's around, Basil Hayden's is another preference of mine, nice and neat.
10-05-2011, 03:50 PM
pinklather

'Figures Ol'GI would have good taste. I've migrated to the scotch side of the house, but never turn down a fine sour mash. 'Don't consume enough of either to register on a shot glass anymore, but the flavor remains a treat.

Now about this abomination of adding pollutants - aaarrghhh. Do you drink flavored coffee too? :)
10-05-2011, 10:03 PM
1OldGI

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Originally Posted by pinklather

'Figures Ol'GI would have good taste. I've migrated to the scotch side of the house, but never turn down a fine sour mash. 'Don't consume enough of either to register on a shot glass anymore, but the flavor remains a treat.

Now about this abomination of adding pollutants - aaarrghhh. Do you drink flavored coffee too? :)

"Pollutants" in my case are merely to prime the pump for the first round and we're not talking about a carefully measured single shot with the rest of the glass being topped off with pollutants. I clearly said "a spritz of ginger ale" meaning 3 fingers of bourbon with about a tablespoon of ginger ale for the first round. After the first round it becomes a 5 fingers: 1 teaspoon affair. By the third and subsequent rounds (when I'm fully in the spirit of celebrating life in my own special way) it usually becomes a glass of bourbon and to hell with the spritz :)

I think Scotch is likely my next big step in the spirits world. I had a very good friend that would drink absolutely nothing except coffee in the morning and Glenfiddich any other time of day. As a younger man, despite near heroic consumption of most any other spirit that was available (ah...Cuervo Gold) I never took to Scotch. I'm not sure why that's so but perhaps its time to re-evaluate that through the filter of much more life experience. If I've learned anything in my near half century of being alive, it's that sometimes you just have to insist on pampering yourself. If you wait for others to pamper you, you are often times disappointed. Sometimes a simple indulgence such as a nice straight razor shave, an antique pipe full of a delicious codger burley, basking in the aroma of a good cigar or enjoying a wonderful adult beverage (in moderation of course) is just what the doctor ordered.
10-05-2011, 10:40 PM
true01

I love me some george dickle um good
10-05-2011, 11:01 PM
Theseus

I mostly drink Makers Mark and Wild Turkey American Honey(both straight), but during the summer I also enjoy some Southern Comfort on the rocks with a few drops of concentrated lime juice. Very refreshing.
10-05-2011, 11:18 PM
ace

Bulleit Rye
10-06-2011, 01:02 AM
niftyshaving

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Originally Posted by Mvcrash

Bourbon is nice. I've never tried it with ginger ale. I think I will, thanks.

There is ginger ale and then there is Vernors. You should be able to taste
the oak. Compare and contrast with oak and maple wood aged whiskey.
A small drop or two of good maple syrup can help your buds dial in on maple
wood aged whiskey. Good whiskey only... do not settle for second tier stuff.
10-06-2011, 01:05 AM
Devilpup

You gentlemen have a way of making me very thirsty, especially after a long day of PT, classes, battalion junk and field day. To crawl inside something strong and tasty would be amazing.
10-06-2011, 01:41 AM
GWE

Makers Mark 46 on the rocks is my go to drink. Add in a Cuban cigar and it's as close to paradise as I will get in this life.
10-06-2011, 03:10 AM
nessmuck

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

"Pollutants" in my case are merely to prime the pump for the first round and we're not talking about a carefully measured single shot with the rest of the glass being topped off with pollutants. I clearly said "a spritz of ginger ale" meaning 3 fingers of bourbon with about a tablespoon of ginger ale for the first round. After the first round it becomes a 5 fingers: 1 teaspoon affair. By the third and subsequent rounds (when I'm fully in the spirit of celebrating life in my own special way) it usually becomes a glass of bourbon and to hell with the spritz :)

I think Scotch is likely my next big step in the spirits world. I had a very good friend that would drink absolutely nothing except coffee in the morning and Glenfiddich any other time of day. As a younger man, despite near heroic consumption of most any other spirit that was available (ah...Cuervo Gold) I never took to Scotch. I'm not sure why that's so but perhaps its time to re-evaluate that through the filter of much more life experience. If I've learned anything in my near half century of being alive, it's that sometimes you just have to insist on pampering yourself. If you wait for others to pamper you, you are often times disappointed. Sometimes a simple indulgence such as a nice straight razor shave, an antique pipe full of a delicious codger burley, basking in the aroma of a good cigar or enjoying a wonderful adult beverage (in moderation of course) is just what the doctor ordered.

Since i took up the straight razor a few years back and joined this site,I now drink scotch and took up pipe smoking,this is a bad place to hang out !!
10-06-2011, 03:38 AM
gssixgun

Mainly a Scotch&Rocks man for a night cap but I do enjoy my Makers Mark, Woodford Reserve, or my ole Buddy Jack Daniels :) every now and then too... I tried the Makers 46 last go round, not bad, not bad, at all but I still lean toward the standard Makers a bit more...
As I type this I am watching some Johnny Walker Black round off the edges of the chipped ice :rofl2:
10-06-2011, 03:53 AM
oldschooltools

My vice of choice is George Dickel Old #12 on the rocks with a splash of soda.

I don't however feel the need to wait until the weather turns chilly to enjoy bourbon. It's pretty much a year 'round indulgence for me.

Of course, 1OldGI has excellent taste in spirits and razors.
10-06-2011, 04:54 AM
MinATX

Knob Creek bourbon or Bowmore 12 year scotch is where it's at.
10-06-2011, 08:43 AM
pospressure

I'm loving anything by high west right now and while not bourbon My favorite whisky right now (so many to try) is the Yamazaki 18 year single malt.
10-06-2011, 11:16 AM
poppy926

I rarely drink much anymore so when I do I like to really enjoy what I am drinking. Last month on my birthday I finished the last of an old bottle of Bookers I picked up in '02. It was fantastic. I only had about 2 fingers left and poured it over ice. I'm going to miss it. Time to search for a replacement. I still keep Jack on the shelf at all times though for the occasional Jack and coke. Ya I know pollutants!
10-10-2011, 01:28 PM
Mvcrash

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

"Pollutants" in my case are merely to prime the pump for the first round and we're not talking about a carefully measured single shot with the rest of the glass being topped off with pollutants. I clearly said "a spritz of ginger ale" meaning 3 fingers of bourbon with about a tablespoon of ginger ale for the first round. After the first round it becomes a 5 fingers: 1 teaspoon affair. By the third and subsequent rounds (when I'm fully in the spirit of celebrating life in my own special way) it usually becomes a glass of bourbon and to hell with the spritz :)

I think Scotch is likely my next big step in the spirits world. I had a very good friend that would drink absolutely nothing except coffee in the morning and Glenfiddich any other time of day. As a younger man, despite near heroic consumption of most any other spirit that was available (ah...Cuervo Gold) I never took to Scotch. I'm not sure why that's so but perhaps its time to re-evaluate that through the filter of much more life experience. If I've learned anything in my near half century of being alive, it's that sometimes you just have to insist on pampering yourself. If you wait for others to pamper you, you are often times disappointed. Sometimes a simple indulgence such as a nice straight razor shave, an antique pipe full of a delicious codger burley, basking in the aroma of a good cigar or enjoying a wonderful adult beverage (in moderation of course) is just what the doctor ordered.

I am a scotch drinker who really never liked bourbons too much. About 2 years ago I went to a place that I could not leave for three days, had no scotch available and all there was to do in the evening was drink something. I tried a few bourbons and found them quite pleasing.
Give a nice scotch a go. I'll bet if you try a nice one, you'll enjoy them like I started enjoying the bourbons.

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Originally Posted by gssixgun

Mainly a Scotch&Rocks man for a night cap but I do enjoy my Makers Mark, Woodford Reserve, or my ole Buddy Jack Daniels :) every now and then too... I tried the Makers 46 last go round, not bad, not bad, at all but I still lean toward the standard Makers a bit more...
As I type this I am watching some Johnny Walker Black round off the edges of the chipped ice :rofl2:

I enjoy scotch in the evening also. Try the JW Gold, a fabulous scotch I'll bet you enjoy tremendously.

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Originally Posted by MinATX

Knob Creek bourbon or Bowmore 12 year scotch is where it's at.

Good stuff!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by pospressure

I'm loving anything by high west right now and while not bourbon My favorite whisky right now (so many to try) is the Yamazaki 18 year single malt.

How was the Yamazaki? I am currently looking at the stuff to try but I've never had a Japanese Scotch. I am very interested in your thoughts.
03-12-2016, 02:23 AM
MikeB52

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Winter was so mild this year I'm falling behind. . Found this neat old thread so it's going with some reserve,, Also neat.
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Cheers and enjoy.
03-12-2016, 02:26 AM
MW76

Love the Bookers.

The best replacement is of course.. another bottle of Bookers.

I've enjoyed Breckenridge Bourbon, and Eagle Rare.

I try to keep at least one of the three on the shelf. Occasionally they overlap. :beer2:
03-12-2016, 10:56 AM
Benz

Just opened a bottle of Evan Williams single barrel last night..........nectar of the gods.:)
03-12-2016, 12:45 PM
stev

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Originally Posted by Slartibartfast

It is always bourbon season year round here...

Bulleit has become my "go to" everyday bourbon. When I am feeling special a bottle of Blanton does the trick.

I like Bulleit, i have been wanting to sample the green label Rye Bulleit for a while too.
03-16-2016, 08:07 PM
jaycey

I always mix my Bourbons into an Old Fashioned.
Splash of sugar syrup, splash of bitters, ice and a big ole dose of Bourbon. I also add a small peel of orange rind, squeezed and dropped in.

Currently in rotation are Bulleit, JD Single Barrel, Buffalo Trace
03-16-2016, 08:48 PM
WW243

I almost fell off my stool reading the title of this thread! There is a season for Bourbon? I guess I didn't get the memo. And I just forgot the title of this thread.
03-16-2016, 10:46 PM
tcrideshd

Knob Creek everyday of the year, I tryed the single barrel reserve recently, wow! Will be getting another bottle of that stuff, I did however have to add a couple of ice cubes to it the first 2 glasses. Tc
03-16-2016, 10:47 PM
MW76

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Originally Posted by WW243

I almost fell off my stool reading the title of this thread! There is a season for Bourbon? I guess I didn't get the memo. And I just forgot the title of this thread.

Bourbon season starts January 1st of every year and traditionally ends on the last day of December.
03-16-2016, 11:02 PM
MikeB52

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Originally Posted by tcrideshd

Knob Creek everyday of the year, I tryed the single barrel reserve recently, wow! Will be getting another bottle of that stuff, I did however have to add a couple of ice cubes to it the first 2 glasses. Tc

Knob Creek! That's the stuff I forgot the name of but was told to try. Thanks TC.
So a bit of ice to set the tongue? I can do that..
:tu
03-17-2016, 01:46 AM
Mcbladescar

Mike
Try the Four Roses Small Batch and Buffalo Trace
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03-17-2016, 01:56 AM
MikeB52

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Originally Posted by Mcbladescar

Mike
Try the Four Roses Small Batch and Buffalo Trace
:tu

Will do Mike thanks. Having some reserve tonight actually,
:tu
03-17-2016, 02:11 AM
JMcRae

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Season? I thought it was an Evergreen affliction :)Attachment 231750
03-17-2016, 03:42 AM
tcrideshd

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Originally Posted by MikeB52

Knob Creek! That's the stuff I forgot the name of but was told to try. Thanks TC.
So a bit of ice to set the tongue? I can do that..
:tu

Only with the single barrel reserve , it's at 120 proof, a little hot if your used to the regular 90 proof. Tc

and yes 4 roses too, I like to ride up thru Tn into Kentucky and stop at all the distilleries that are stacked up around that part of the country, and of course the Jack Daniels is one of our 1 day rides to go through the tour, and try some of the fare! Tc
03-17-2016, 03:46 AM
tcrideshd

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Originally Posted by JMcRae

Season? I thought it was an Evergreen affliction :)Attachment 231750

The small batch Knob Creek is one of my go to,s, it's at 100 proof try the reserve. Tc