What Are You Sipping on Lately? (Spirits Thread)

blbroo · 03-28-2018, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Hawkeye

I do love Aberlour. I have tried the Ardberg 10 and it was way to smokey for me. Does that Uigeadial have a different flavor profile (very different)?

Being an Islay, it's still very smokey. I love the peat, but not all of the time, which is why Highland Park is a great balanced pick for me.

Have you had the Aberlour Abunadh? The alcohol content is 50% higher than most other scotches, so it's quite a nice kick in the face.

tennisfreak · 03-28-2018, 05:27 PM

Bourbon: Very Old Barton (hands down best value/quality you can find for an every day type of bourbon)

Scotch: The Glenlivet Founders Reserve

Personal favorite for Scotch is The Macallan 18 year

UncleWede · 03-28-2018, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by blbroo

Have you had the Aberlour Abunadh? The alcohol content is 50% higher than most other scotches, so it's quite a nice kick in the face.

Above all else, THIS is why I spend the extra cash on Abunadh. Wife has no idea that those wee 2 fingers is enough to put me in the mood, for almost anything.

Just no Chiclets . . .

Maynard · 03-28-2018, 08:03 PM

If you like the full-proof, check out the Laphroaig Cast Strength 10yo - also barrel-proof and a wonderful peaty taste.

blbroo · 03-28-2018, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

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Originally Posted by blbroo

Have you had the Aberlour Abunadh? The alcohol content is 50% higher than most other scotches, so it's quite a nice kick in the face.

Above all else, THIS is why I spend the extra cash on Abunadh. Wife has no idea that those wee 2 fingers is enough to put me in the mood, for almost anything.

Just no Chiclets . . .

Man, I don't have that option. Mine loves the abunadh, super peaty scotches, nice Belgian beers and manual cars. I only have my project car to myself because she finds it ugly with mismatched paint and an unpainted bumper.

I'll have to do some more research here to fully understand the chiclet comment.

ORIGIN M. · 03-28-2018, 09:02 PM

Vodka...

"Everything's alright with enough Vodka!"

1MOREMOD · 03-28-2018, 11:35 PM

No that's for girls right after they get past the wine coolers

blbroo · 03-29-2018, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

No that's for girls right after they get past the wine coolers

True. Mixed with some cranberry juice to hide any alcohol flavor.

I see no reason to ever buy anything more expensive than red label Smirnoff.

Joekerr · 03-29-2018, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by blbroo

Being an Islay, it's still very smokey. I love the peat, but not all of the time, which is why Highland Park is a great balanced pick for me.

Have you had the Aberlour Abunadh? The alcohol content is 50% higher than most other scotches, so it's quite a nice kick in the face.

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Originally Posted by Hawkeye

I do love Aberlour. I have tried the Ardberg 10 and it was way to smokey for me. Does that Uigeadial have a different flavor profile (very different)?

Hawkeye - I don't think you'll like the Abunadh. Unless you dilute it sufficiently. I won't drink it straight - it is overpowering. It was less peaty as I recall though than the Ardbeg, but frankly, the Ardbeg is quickly becoming one of my favourite scotches - and I think the 10 year is wonderful.

But for the non-peaty ones, I haven't met something from Macallan that I haven't liked, there's also some Irish ones that I've been liking as of late.

For Irish, has anyone tried:
Barr an Uisce Wicklow Rare? It has a fantastic nose. If you can find some, try it out!
Also liking Glendalough 13 year as well.

UncleWede · 03-29-2018, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by blbroo

I'll have to do some more research here to fully understand the chiclet comment.

Aliens, and probing

blbroo · 03-29-2018, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

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Originally Posted by blbroo

I'll have to do some more research here to fully understand the chiclet comment.

Aliens, and probing

Yeah, nothing would get me in the mood for a date with Peggie.[IMG]https://media.giphy.com/media/wYyTHMm50f4Dm/source.gif[/IMG]

UncleWede · 03-29-2018, 11:16 AM

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Yeah, nothing would get me in the mood for a date with Peggie.[IMG]https://media.giphy.com/media/wYyTHMm50f4Dm/source.gif[/IMG]

1MOREMOD is disappointed now

Ragnite_Powered · 03-29-2018, 11:27 AM

I'm sipping right now on some "Ararat" cognac from Armenia. It's actually quite nice.

blbroo · 03-29-2018, 07:26 PM

I'm going to try and get this plate,that I was randomly issued for my previous Audi, transferred to the M235 tomorrow. I didn't even notice what it sort of spelled for a few months.

I couldn't pick a better custom plate if I tried.

Update: done.

Mark M · 03-31-2018, 10:09 PM

One of my recent favs. Normally I prefer bourbons but this gin is refreshing and has a great note.

Thistle Finch Distilling is proud to present our Market Alley Gin. The flavor of this new American style gin is created with a mix of traditional botanicals and is accented with citrus and other locally sourced flavors. Distilled in small batches at our historic facility in Lancaster, PA.

Patrick303 · 04-01-2018, 10:50 AM

A couple of the most notable bottles we tapped for yesterday's 'Whiskey & Cigars' with the boys.

ShopVac · 04-06-2018, 05:28 PM

Bought this up in Detroit while on business. Can't get it here...thought I'd give it a go.

Probably won't buy another...

UncleWede · 04-09-2018, 11:48 AM

I picked up another strange of rum on Friday. I've been on call all weekend so was only able to remove the plastic wrap from the cap.

Tonight, baby!!!

TXSTYLE · 04-09-2018, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

I picked up another strange of rum on Friday. I've been on call all weekend so was only able to remove the plastic wrap from the cap.

Tonight, baby!!!

Pics and reviews??? You know my obsession with all things RUM...

UncleWede · 04-09-2018, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

I picked up another strange of rum on Friday. I've been on call all weekend so was only able to remove the plastic wrap from the cap.

Tonight, baby!!!

Pics and reviews??? You know my obsession with all things RUM...

This is all your fault. Initial tasting NOW

TXSTYLE · 04-10-2018, 12:11 AM

Nice color! I think I read about this one but never saw it locally.

UncleWede · 04-10-2018, 11:49 AM

I will finish the bottle, but not anywhere near as nice as the Kirk/Sweeney 12. This just doesn't have much of a bouquet. There are single batches that work really well, I think this could have used some blending.

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Mark M Major 244 Rep 1,294 Posts Drives: E30M3 E83X3 E90335D Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lancaster, PA iTrader: (0)	One of my recent favs. Normally I prefer bourbons but this gin is refreshing and has a great note. Thistle Finch Distilling is proud to present our Market Alley Gin. The flavor of this new American style gin is created with a mix of traditional botanicals and is accented with citrus and other locally sourced flavors. Distilled in small batches at our historic facility in Lancaster, PA. Attached Images __________________
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UncleWede Long Time Admirer, First Time Owner 18458 Rep 9,428 Posts Drives: G01 X3 M40i Dark Graphite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Oxnard, CA iTrader: (0)	I picked up another strange of rum on Friday. I've been on call all weekend so was only able to remove the plastic wrap from the cap. Tonight, baby!!!
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UncleWede Long Time Admirer, First Time Owner 18458 Rep 9,428 Posts Drives: G01 X3 M40i Dark Graphite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Oxnard, CA iTrader: (0)	I will finish the bottle, but not anywhere near as nice as the Kirk/Sweeney 12. This just doesn't have much of a bouquet. There are single batches that work really well, I think this could have used some blending.
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