Andrew the Psppy Van Winkles will set you back a little more that 55$ for the shot, but there are cognac that fetch 1k for a glass so in the scheme of things not bad. Tc
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Andrew the Psppy Van Winkles will set you back a little more that 55$ for the shot, but there are cognac that fetch 1k for a glass so in the scheme of things not bad. Tc
The only way I would pay that much for shot is to see them pour it from the bottle right in front of me...got to be sure.
I have found that most people who will pay for hat kind of a drink , would know in a hurry if you slip something cheap in their glass. Tc
I'm starting to second guess what he poured me. I Def had an Islay, but the alcohol burn that should have been there was not. The peat smoke was heavy, but nothing overpowering. Oh dear.....
I suppose you're right tc, but in my limited experience I've found just because something cost more doesn't always equate to being better or worth it. I'm just a poor working class guy & $55 will gas up the truck and take me to work for the week. :)
I do tend to splurge.....sometimes.
Geez guys, all I wanted was to try a hyped Islay Scotch, see what all the fuss was about. Sometimes you gotta pay to play. Should have never posted what I paid.
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I thought it was funny, Somewhere back in this Thread Somebody said $30.00 Shi* I spill more than that in a Weekend,Ty
You done fine Andrew, you never know till you try, and reardon is right price doesn't always translate to better, just some people have a taste palate that is very in tune to flavors, and some of the higher dollar whisky,s are very well aged for the smooth that does not burn, then there are some very fine whisky that isn't that much, but take what I drink, Knob Creek, it taste better to me than JD so that's what I drink, it's more expensive, but is it better, to me yes! Kinda like our razor deal huh? Tc
Who knows, maybe one day when the kids are grown and moved out, I'll spurge and try Macallan 18 or better yet 21. For now the 12 or 10 in "Fine oak" will suffice. :)
I Second That!! I couldn,t of said it any better than that:rock:Ty
Another work week over, nobody home so I'm relaxing with a Stranahan's.
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A couple of new additions to the "rye supply."
James E. Pepper 1776 - Good prominent rye taste and very smooth. High $20.'s a bottle.
Pikesville - Had to try this one at the recommendation of the whiskey buyer at my local spirit shop. He told me it was the best of the best. Its made in the style of pre-prohibition rye. Not a "high rye," but pretty awesome taste indeed. 110 proof. $49. a bottle and worth it.
Tonights glass will be James Pepper 1776.
Pete <:-}
It's your money. You spent it on something you enjoyed. The second-guessing you're doing actually shows the quality of the spirit: The Octomore series 'gimmick' is that they're the most heavily peated whisky out here. But that's not the defining characteristic of the thing. It's the balance! You shouldn't get a strong, medicinal alcohol burn from a really well-balanced whisky, just as Bruichladdich are more skilled whisky-wrights that to produce a whisky that's only hallmark is a peat-brick punch in the face.
You can listen to dissent and question your choices, but, you're an adult, you wanted to try something new and that's just how much it cost.
If it helps, when I used to tie one on, I'd easily spend more than that on cheap beer and wine. If you're having one drink that you're going to savour and enjoy, may as well make it a good one.
A little something I got going with some local lads who are also Scotch enthusiasts the last place I lived was to get together every so often and each bring a few bottles from our respective whisky collections. We'd also all chip in on a bottle or two we've been wanting to try.
It meant you had a chance both to try something new from someone else's collection and also, for all of us to try something brand new. I need to start this again, for sure.
Only conflict came in when it came time to take home the new bottle ;) In the end we started divvying it up between us in sampler bottles.
Getting my scotch on tonight.
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TC brought this to Charlie's...gotta get some!
The Knob Creek supplied by TC and Ron was addicting. The 120 proof was not harsh and very tasty. Drank more bourbon this week than in the last decade.
I haven't had a chance to drop in here recently so I was just reading the last couple of pages of posts. This made me smile!
I'm working on a Buunnahabhain Toiteach for my blog, but not getting anywhere very fast. I'm not a fan of being busy.
Incidentally, anyone know of anywhere still selling the Lagavulin 12 year old cask strength? Preferably in the UK, ideally in Bath since I'll be dropping by there in a week or two's time. Norway seems to have run out.
I've had the best luck with this wine search page. Yep looks like Norway is dry.
Lagavulin Cask Strength 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Islay, Scotland: prices in Norway
My wife passed out beside me from sheer exhaustion 2 hours ago. Managed to get the girls to bed, and now I'm catching up on 6 Forged in fire episodes I've missed.
Lag 8 is being called upon for ultimate me time.
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I really like it. You can tell it's a Lagavulin with the peat smell. Not sure I like it better than the 16. The 16 really shows it maturity with how smooth it is. The 8 has a higher abv, and has a bit more bite, not a bad thing, and doesn't have the long finish the 16 has.
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I've got to find some of that Laga 8. How does it compare to the 16 price-wise? The 16 is worth it, but it is definitely at my outer limit that I am willing to spend on scotch!
Me too, Lag 16 is probably right at the ceiling of what I'd pay. On the right day, with a couple LCBO gift cards in my wallet, you might catch me buying something a little more expensive.
I've been able to have a nice verity of different Scotches in my short newb whiskey experience, and the Lag 16 is still the best 'Whiskey' I've had. Stranahan's is probably my favourite unpeated whiskey.
Here in Canada the Lag 16 is $122 and change. Lag 8 Is $99, and Lag 12 is $159. I can order the Lag 12 online for just under $200. :cry:
Both the 16 and 8 are very good, and I'd definitely buy both again.
My Dad, Uncle and I polished off my 16 at Christmas, and ever since it's been gone I've been dying to get another bottle.
I checked in the price of Lagavulin 16 y.o. at the local grocery store last week. It was $89. That's up by $10-15 since I checked over the summer.
Dang. Maybe I should get a bottle before prices go up here too.
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Yeah, much as I love the Laga 16, it's a "once a year and nurse it" bottle, whereas some others I like a lot too are quite a bit less dear (Laphroiag QC, for example).
Actually, I'm ready for a change, so may get a bottle of Crown Royal XO next.
Have you tried Stranahan's? Love that stuff. Ritch, full flavour with a nice amount of abv. Love the oakiness it has.
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Here's my pour of the evening, Wild Turkey "Forgiven" An interesting beverage no doubt, to me, the rye is the dominant favor but still very smooth. Tonight it's on the rocks, mostly neat though when I choose this bottle. Any one else try this and what are your thoughts?
Wild Turkey and Coke on ice tonight-somebody drank all my scotch!
End of a row of eaaaaaaaarly morning shifts.
Sorry boys this dram didn't survive long enough for a photo.
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Ardbeg 10 tonight. An old favourite.
Good night and take care!