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murphy j 3T WIS
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Wasn't sure where to put this, but since fine cigars and quality whiskey seem to go together, I thought I'd mention this stuff. I'd never had it before and saw it at the liquor store today and thought I'd try it. It was in the same price range as a similar sized bottle of Woodford Reserve and Makers Mark(my regular drinks), so I thought 'why not?'. I must say that I'm pleasantly surprised at how smooth it is and intend purchase this stuff again. So, all you single malt guys out there should give it a try. |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Thanks Murphy J. I am a fan of Macallan, Laphroig, Lagavaulin, Talisker and Glenfarclass myself. With all those price points, I tend to veer towards those not more than 12 years old. Tonight, I'm opening a new bottle of Glendronach. Haven't tried it yet but I was told it's a good one. Thanks for the tip. I'll hunt this down. |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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nothing like a good Scotch and Cigar in the evenings for me...lately I have been nipping Glenmorangie 12 yr. old single malt with Sherry Wood finish...something a little different and very smooth hand6.gif |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Oscar, that's a good one. hand6.gif I usually take Glenmorangie 12 whenever it's my turn at the barbie. My sons have the beer while papa goes for the firewater. Somehow the cherry flavor down the throat and smoke up the nose from the ribs and fish blend best. Do you drink it straight? I usually add 2 to 3 drops of water for every shot to open up the flavor. |
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aujang 3T WIS
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A single malt thread! Cool! I was just talking to my buddy just the other day how it appears that many WIS are also big fans of single malts. I was converted to the joys of Islay whiskeys a few years ago and I'm a big fan of Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Ardbeg. Just love the smokiness and peatiness of the Islays, but it really is an acquired taste. I've been unsuccessful in making a convert out of my buddy :D Slainte! |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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If you like Lagavaulin, try out Talisker and Macallan 12 year olds. They are way too good for the money:) |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Glendronach... 18 or 33 year old... great stuff with a nice Cuban... |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Yeahhhhhhhhhhhh..........that's a good, smooth one but at 18 years old, it's too much out of reach. I like a little sting on the throat and 12 years is the sweet spot for me in terms of great, lasting taste. Now, if the Cubans were rolled on thighs of young maidens, that would be perfect |
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aujang 3T WIS
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bigrustypig wrote: If you like Lagavaulin, try out Talisker and Macallan 12 year olds. They are way too good for the money:) Thanks for the suggestions. I've had the Macallan 12 and 15 so I'll give the Talisker a try :) |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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bigrustypig wrote: if the Cubans were rolled on thighs of young maidens, that would be perfect Is there any other way?? :shock: |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote: nothing like a good Scotch and Cigar in the evenings for me...lately I have been nipping Glenmorangie 12 yr. old single malt with Sherry Wood finish...something a little different and very smooth hand6.gif True story... I manage a property in downtown Chicago. Across the hall from me, a tenant moved out after the CEO passed away. She was the lone employee and said that anything left behind could be taken. There was crap everywhere, mostly completely useless. Buried in an armoire, I found a bottle of Ballantine 30 Year Blended Scotch. I did some research and found that the latest it was blended was 1955, meaning the latest it had been bottled was 1985. My wife (then fiancee) and I wondered what we would celebrate with on our wedding day (after our wine toast). the taste was unbelievable. Considered one of the best blends made, ever, from what I have read. Well, to top off this story, I found out that the bottle was worth $800! And lo and behold, behind the pile of books in the back of the armoire was a 2nd bottle. It's in my liquor cabinet, waiting. |
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Graham 3T WIS
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You lucky sod, you! Open the second bottle after 30 years of marriage!goofy |
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aujang 3T WIS
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Picked up a bottle of Talisker Slainte and HAGWE! :D |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Great choice....the Talisker. Not very expensive but just perfect on the sweetspothand6.gif |
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briarbrian 3T WIS
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Mcallan 12 yr old is one of my favorites right now. Dalwhinnie is another favorite of mine,I seem to lean towards the sherry barrel aged scotch. Nice and smooth. Brian |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Brian, I know what you mean about the cherry barrel. Now, try Laphroig....not expensive at all but man does it carry a wallop. You'll not like it at first but after a few ounces, you'll never forget the taste of the earth.......yahoo.gifyahoo.gifyahoo.gif. I'm rationing my last 2 bottles and told my sons to stay awaythe stuff and keep it for this grumpy, old fart. |
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briarbrian 3T WIS
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brp, I tried Laphroig at a pipeshow and just couldnt get to like it. For some reason it tasted like medicine to me. I do like Glenrothes though too, also some Dalmore cigar malt (no longer made I hear) isnt too bad either. |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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briarbrian wrote: brp, Brian, try it again. I also didn't like it the first time I tried it. It tasted like whisky scraped from the soil....but that's exactly why it is so unforgettable a taste...yahoo.gifOnly after the 3rd try did I get to like it. Now, I always have a little in stock. |
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Rruachar 3T WIS
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Hey guys, good to know a lot of you like the good things in life, besides watches, that is. Myself, lately I've been getting into the very good bourbons like Makers Mark, etc. I guess it depends on what's available when I check out my local liquor store. On the subject of Cigars, what do you guys like? Lately I got a box of Indian Tabac robustos, and after a long time good old Henry Clay's robustos, they're still smooth as ever. Here in Canada, we do have Cubans, and I seem to find them so harsh that I usually stick to Dominican, Honduran, etc. Cheers. |
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Hammerfjord Moderator
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This one is still my fav. No coloring, no chill filtering... Any brown whisky is colored with sugar And a pinch of iced source water |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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William....I saw your fresh post, amigo, and looked around for something I've kept hidden in my office behind my books. It's one of my faves. Come over, bring some salmon and we'll finish it upyahoo.gif. It's among my favorites. |
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Hammerfjord Moderator
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bigrustypig wrote:William....I saw your fresh post, amigo, and looked around for something I've kept hidden in my office behind my books. It's one of my faves. Come over, bring some salmonĀ and we'll finish it upyahoo.gif. It's among my favorites. I know this one! What a strong smoke taste! The one I had was nearly 60%: "Strong cask"hammer.gif Really kicking hard. Some Cognac marinated&smoked whale would have been perfect with that |
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natevan70 3T WIS
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Just bought a bottle of the Glenrothes for a fishing trip & couldn't resist sampling when I got it home. Fantastic!! I had to force myself to put it away. I'll have to try the others in this thread too. |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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That's great, Nate! I'd suggest you try and get past the might goalkeeper of single malts.........Laphroig......muddy and earthy taste. Very hard to forget. Very easy to remember. If you can get past that, you'll love single malts like crazy. |