This is my Game of Thrones premier whiskey, so I thought I would share. A lot of people that like Jameson 18 yr. like this stuff, so I finally went for it:

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I will let you know what think after next weekend.

Anyone had the Oban 18 year single malt Scotch?

Holy smokes. And that isn't a pun. One of the more unique kinds of Scotch I've tasted. Anyway. I'm not sure if the nearly $100 price tag is worth it. I think Glenfiddich 18 takes it especially for the price. But still. If you haven't had it you should at least try it once. Good stuff.

Jameson for me...

Don't how I only found this now, I only drink once every few months or so and really only hit the whiskey on a few days a year, If I'm looking for something to pair with a cigar I usually go with makers. Used to have friends who let me drink the good stuff occasionally, I have had taste of fiddich 30 and I can't say it was too much better than 18, different but not a couple hundred dollars different. I stay away from the scotch most of the time because they get out of control with cost quickly, so I would say when I do drink it would be makers on the rocks or straight depending on my mood.

I like Bulliet Frontier Whiskey or Blanton's Single Barrel for my everyday bourbon, both have a great taste and and are very smooth. Drink it on the rocks. I want to try some Pappy Van Winkle, but can't find it around here anywhere.

I'm just getting into Scotch, just finished a bottle of Glenlivet 18 year, it was very nice. Complex flavor, but very pleasing. I had the Scotch neat, never got around to trying it with a little water. Not sure what I'm getting next, maybe one of Johnny Walker's.

Give Kraken a try if you haven't already -- strong, very, very dark spiced rum. Good shit :tup:

I like both a lot. For something smooth with a unique taste try Rowan's Creek. It is even 100 proof!

Ky. Bourbon Trail
 

Ky. is where it began and we own it. Do the Bourbon Trail starting in Bardstown Ky.. Enjoy a week of learning the history and tasting. Then move South I-65 about 3 hours into Tenn. and tour the Jack Daniels facility. Charcoal and grain is where its happening. Ky. invented it and used the rivers to sell in Louisiana for years then the mob got their hands on it, "prohibition". We still have it and we love our liquor of rotten grain, limestone water with a hint of burnt white oak suit in it. We like our tobacco dark fired and sometimes sticky. Our horses are fast and our women are beautiful. We own the Corvette but prefer 370Z's. Toyota's are best in holding value and are built in the Bourbon Trail home of Ky.. So pack your Z with whatever makes you happy and tour the state of happiness and good taste. Once your done in Tenn., keep going to the gulf into Destin Florida. You will be amazed at the beauty of that little fishing village.

:owned:

My two favorites. You guys with the JW blends....yeesh. Those are so over priced, almost any single malt over $35 has a better more unique, deeper flavor.

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Ardbeg is a good one. I enjoy it on occasion but its not my favourite. I do love the tasting notes for it when they describe the nose as "tar covered rope"

If I could have only one scotch in my cupboard it would b the 18year old Highland Park

Laphroaig and Lagavulin are my go tos for islay malts. I've recently been interested in the Japanese whiskeys though and will probably pick up my first bottle in the next few months.

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That Ardmore is some peaty/smoky shit...No thanks

Lol, islay malts are a love it or hate it thing. I love the smoke.

Looks like the kitten wants a nip:tup:

The Ardmore is most certainly not a particularly peaty or smokey scotch...

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:yum::yum::yum::yum:

Guess your taste differ than mine. I picked up a bottle cuz a co-worker's house is right across from the factory. Drank half a glass and haven't touched it since. Felt like I was drinking whiskey filtered thru my bbq smoker.:rofl2:

Are you sure you didn't have something else? Like an Islay or something? I'm just shocked somebody that likes Balvenie would consider Ardmore "peaty and smokey" to the degree you are insinuating.

Absolutely. Still have the bottle on my bar.

So far, my all time favorite is Eagle Rare.

Eagle Rare is excellent. Especially for the price. My personal fav at the moment is Four Roses Single Barrel. http://sr1.wine-searcher.net/images/...6/10151956.jpg

Four roses single barrel is the best for the price I have had. I also have Jefferson's Reserve and Jefferson's Ocean which are amazing.

I tried Four Roses single barrel and I was not all that impressed based on its price. It is a good whiskey though, just the price does not seem fair.

It's $35 here. I consider that inexpensive.

It is around $35 here (Colorado), but it seems any good liquor store will have at least split a barrel and label it as their exclusive offering. Thirsty's in Chicago bought 4 different barrels, so you had four distinct 100 proof whiskies with the same "Four Roses Single Barrel" label. All of them outstanding.

Also I have to disagree...for what you get it is actually a bargain IMO.

All this talk of favorites. Don't need favorites, just get a bigger shelf!

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I like this stuff. One of the few that I will buy frequently:

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Hey Owen, that costco brand of tequila any good?

Whiskey Drinkers
 

I hear a lot of the Kirkland liquor is good. Unfortunately Texas' stupid liquor laws prevent our Costco from selling it

Supposedly the Kirkland Vodka is bottled by Grey Goose.

Well, I was going to say that I'm not sure because it's not margarita season. After some consideration, it's been decided that is inappropriate. Instead, thank you for an excuse to try it!

Before I get started, I need to admit that I don't drink much tequila anymore, and don't buy most of my own alcohol anymore either (I've trained friends and family to purchase it for Birthdays and Christmas - and share liberally to ensure they get me good stuff) so my pricing may be off a bit.

Kirkland tequila review.

Smooth. Always smooth. Bite from alcohol is all on the back end where it is muted, don't really have to cut it to drink it. All the primary tequila flavors are there, in a nice balance, no particularly strong or extra/unusual flavors. The flavors start at the tip of the tongue, transition rapidly to the back (or only the back if you toss the shot back), not much middle. Solid mouth feel, mild bouquet.

I'd call it a right down the middle with no flair or character. If you are looking for a premium and are willing to experiment I think you could find something with character that you would prefer in the $30+ range /750mL. Below that, I suspect it will be one of the better players. I don't think anything in the <$20/750mL range will touch it. For me, I think it will make BITCHIN margaritas!

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If you are curious, the bottles that I spent my own money on are the Dalwhinnie scotch, Mastersons rye and Jack Daniels single barrel bourbon (in the black box)

This is what I'm saving for a rainy day .
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I just picked this up in Cabo San Lucas yesterday. Have no clue what it tastes like but I'm sure its better than the crap they were serving at the resort in Cabo.
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I like to mix it up between 1792 or
Crown but lately I have been drinking this.
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There's some Crown in that line up I've never seen

I'm fortunate enough to live within a few hours of the Canadian border. I haven't seen Cask16 in the US in years but I found several bottles in Canada. The Limited Edition is distributed only in Canada I believe. The red XR is sold out but some can be found on Craigslist for around $400. Blue XR is still around at somewhat reasonable prices. Crown is supposedly coming out with a new whiskey. I'm looking forward to it:)

I like my whiskey in the bourbon flavor :yum:

Got me some Pyrat rum tonight! Sittin by the fire pit at the hotel being a creepy old guy staring at all the chicks in the pool. Yeahhhhhhh. Lol

**** you...you're younger than me, I think :ugh2:

Lol. Yeah. You got me by 3-4 years from what I gather from previous posts.

I'm a 70's baby if that helps

I'm guessing '77 or '78.