What Are You Sipping on Lately? (Spirits Thread)

EstorilM · 01-02-2019, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

What's all that weird stuff estoril!

the good stuff

UncleWede · 01-03-2019, 10:55 AM

Ale aged in oak barrels??? Are you sure you don't like bourbon?

Joekerr · 01-03-2019, 11:37 AM

Had three different scotches last night (my neighbour came over and brought a bottle as well)

Had the:
- Ardbeg An Oa (dry nose, but pretty good, grows on you - different, but still has that recognizable Ardbeg character)
- Deanston Virgin Oak 2008 aged in Bordeaux casks (very different, but good with a splash of water. Basically 120 proof so needs a little water IMO)
- Glenfiddich Fire & Cane which is one of their experimental ones. I did not taste any smoke at all, mostly sweet, but not overly so. Also good.

I had PVR'd the junior hockey quarterfinals last night with Canada vs Finland to watch a very disappointing performance by the Canadians, who are now out. But the scotch was good at least.

Violator · 01-06-2019, 10:41 AM

Dropped by the store and scored...
I purchased the Leadslingers to support combat veterans, https://leadslingerswhiskey.com/pages/the-story .

tennisfreak · 01-11-2019, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by leopard print

Cracked it open over Christmas. It was very smooth and creamy. A bit on the bland side, but that was expected being from JW (I prefer a my scotches a with a little more smoke and peet). Good pickup if you're into that kind. I just had to try it at that price point.

Hope Costco still has it in stock and at that price if you're looking to pick some up. Good luck.

Thanks, good to know.

I like just a little peat but not really into what I consider heavy like a Taliskers or Bowmores.

tennisfreak · 01-11-2019, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Violator

Dropped by the store and scored...
I purchased the Leadslingers to support combat veterans, https://leadslingerswhiskey.com/pages/the-story .

I've purchased leadslingers to support veterans as well.

But to be perfectly honest I dont like it at all, terrible whiskey IMO.

Violator · 01-11-2019, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by tennisfreak

I've purchased leadslingers to support veterans as well.

But to be perfectly honest I dont like it at all, terrible whiskey IMO.

I haven’t tried it yet, not sure I will. It may just sit there for emergency or guest.

I have a feeling it’ll be like Eagle Rare, pour a glass, take a couple drinks, pour it down the drain and never touch again. Didn’t like ER one bit.

Orange fever · 01-11-2019, 04:47 PM

Popping these in my mouth at work...lol
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1MOREMOD · 01-11-2019, 05:02 PM

No booze this month

M_Six · 01-11-2019, 07:12 PM

Finally!! Although the liquor store guy said he felt this was "just ok" but was over-hyped because it's sponsored by some UFC dude. We'll see.

Violator · 01-11-2019, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by M_Six

Finally!! Although the liquor store guy said he felt this was "just ok" but was over-hyped because it's sponsored by some UFC dude. We'll see.

Score!
I heard similar remarks, but wrote them off as ‘haters’ and I’m glad I did.

Enjoy

M_Six · 01-11-2019, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Violator

Score!
I heard similar remarks, but wrote them off as ‘haters’ and I’m glad I did.

Enjoy

Indeed. Quite tasty. I like it. Good find and recommendation.

JupiterM418 · 01-11-2019, 10:12 PM

Lol. Seriously! I’m a fairly seasoned bourbon drinker and consider myself open minded to try new spills but this Mcgregor $hit was absolute crap in a bottle. Tasted like rubbing alcohol - FYI I love Connor and I was born in Dublin, Ireland so I was hoping he hit a homerun with this but honestly it was disgusting. Don’t waste you money - seriously!

P1 · 01-11-2019, 10:26 PM

For $25, it’s hard to go wrong. Throw it in a Yeti with a Dr. Pepper and just sit on the porch and chillllll.

M_Six · 01-11-2019, 11:53 PM

Each to his own. I like it. If you don't, don't buy another bottle. For $25, I'll be grabbing more. I don't consider buying anything I like a waste of money.

1MOREMOD · 01-12-2019, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by M_Six

Each to his own. I like it. If you don't, don't buy another bottle. For $25, I'll be grabbing more. I don't consider buying anything I like a waste of money.

+1

RichM50d · 01-12-2019, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

No booze this month

Same here, after an over indulgent Christmas. Been taking a few weeks off the booze every January for over 20 years now.

1MOREMOD · 01-12-2019, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by RichM50d

Same here, after an over indulgent Christmas. Been taking a few weeks off the booze every January for over 20 years now.

I usually pick a month here and there just go without. January just helps get my new fitness goals kicked off right usually.

Violator · 01-12-2019, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by JupiterM418

Lol. Seriously! I’m a fairly seasoned bourbon drinker and consider myself open minded to try new spills but this Mcgregor $hit was absolute crap in a bottle. Tasted like rubbing alcohol - FYI I love Connor and I was born in Dublin, Ireland so I was hoping he hit a homerun with this but honestly it was disgusting. Don’t waste you money - seriously!

Not sure why you felt obligated to be so ‘extra’ with stating your dislike for this. To say it’s shit is downright rubbish. We all know taste is subjective, but we don’t resort to this.

I’m glad there are people that don’t like it, more for us that do.

Enjoy the ones you like.
Cheers

TXSTYLE · 01-12-2019, 10:37 AM

Take it from a damn near 50yr old Fit Dude... Moderation and even refrain is key!

1MOREMOD · 01-12-2019, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

Take it from a damn near 50yr old Fit Dude... Moderation and even refrain is key!

Yep I'm same age and need to learn this a little better. I hate it getting in my way at gym and macros.

Violator · 01-12-2019, 11:12 AM

Take it from a 21 year old unfit dude. Enjoy life

01-03-2019, 10:55 AM	#2510
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01-03-2019, 11:37 AM	#2511
Joekerr Banned 7914 Rep 1,923 Posts Drives: 2017 Audi S6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Had three different scotches last night (my neighbour came over and brought a bottle as well) Had the: - Ardbeg An Oa (dry nose, but pretty good, grows on you - different, but still has that recognizable Ardbeg character) - Deanston Virgin Oak 2008 aged in Bordeaux casks (very different, but good with a splash of water. Basically 120 proof so needs a little water IMO) - Glenfiddich Fire & Cane which is one of their experimental ones. I did not taste any smoke at all, mostly sweet, but not overly so. Also good. I had PVR'd the junior hockey quarterfinals last night with Canada vs Finland to watch a very disappointing performance by the Canadians, who are now out. But the scotch was good at least.
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01-06-2019, 10:41 AM	#2512
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01-11-2019, 07:12 PM	#2518
M_Six Free Thinker 18572 Rep 7,511 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Finally!! Although the liquor store guy said he felt this was "just ok" but was over-hyped because it's sponsored by some UFC dude. We'll see. Attached Images __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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JupiterM418 Enlisted Member 32 Rep 46 Posts Drives: '18 M4 Black Sapphire Join Date: May 2018 Location: Jupiter, Fl iTrader: (0)	Lol. Seriously! I’m a fairly seasoned bourbon drinker and consider myself open minded to try new spills but this Mcgregor $hit was absolute crap in a bottle. Tasted like rubbing alcohol - FYI I love Connor and I was born in Dublin, Ireland so I was hoping he hit a homerun with this but honestly it was disgusting. Don’t waste you money - seriously!
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01-11-2019, 10:26 PM	#2522
P1 Lieutenant General 11693 Rep 11,175 Posts Drives: 2004 3/4 ton Duramax Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: United States iTrader: (1)	For $25, it’s hard to go wrong. Throw it in a Yeti with a Dr. Pepper and just sit on the porch and chillllll.
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01-11-2019, 11:53 PM	#2523
M_Six Free Thinker 18572 Rep 7,511 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Each to his own. I like it. If you don't, don't buy another bottle. For $25, I'll be grabbing more. I don't consider buying anything I like a waste of money. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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01-12-2019, 11:12 AM	#2530
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