What Are You Sipping on Lately? (Spirits Thread)

Hawkeye · 12-13-2021, 02:30 PM

Had some tequila last night

Maynard · 12-23-2021, 09:53 AM

Any British whiskey fans who want a discount on Laphroaig?

I ended up with a bunch of discount coupons for Laphroaig, and turns out they expire at end of year. Anybody over in England (or perhaps anyplace in the EU) want to try cashing these in for something? I'll work on good faith - if you are game to use them for an order, I'll send you the codes, and split the savings with you. I have 8 of the 20euro, one 5euro, and one 10euro. I think you need to use them for an online order, but if you are on Islay you could probably visit their store. One voucher per order, and the 20's require an 80 euro purchase (20/40euro purchase for the 5/10 coupons). Love the Scotch, but really HATE their new take on promotionals (yeah, they won't ship to the US, but they give me coupons); it was either cash in for these, or a bunch of stupid pens, lanyards, and t-shirts that would have cost me >30euros for shipping.

PM me if you are interested, hate to see these go to waste. Bonus prize if you can guess how many bottles of Laph it takes to earn 175 euros of coupon

Here is a link to their order page, but this link may be specific to USA https://www.laphroaig.com/en/shop-global

DenverSteve · 12-23-2021, 09:58 AM

It's a dry-Christmas for me this year. COVID caught me with a breakthrough case Monday.

Any Christmas "spirits", of Christmas present, received will have to wait another week to be opened.

JJ 911SC · 12-25-2021, 08:39 AM

My Stash go replenished overnight

Murf993 · 12-25-2021, 08:50 AM

This morning I'm having Forty Creek (like Baileys) with my Coffee.

M_Six · 12-26-2021, 07:21 PM

Had a Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA today. Good lord. Gotta be careful with those.

M5Rick · 12-28-2021, 09:40 AM

Having me a little sip after a 4 mile walk before dinner, got some guests coming

Hawkeye · 01-01-2022, 02:32 PM

Tequila flight, the Codigo barrel strength was very good, highly recommend.

StradaRedlands · 01-01-2022, 04:47 PM

Godfather Sours... delightful!

TXSTYLE · 01-09-2022, 04:18 PM

It was a Bourbon kind of weekend... 🥃

hubbahubba · 01-12-2022, 02:07 PM

Picked up 2 of these. I really enjoy the Angel's Envy Rye and Bourbon, looking forward to my glass tonight. The wood box is nicely made, guessing it bodes well for the content.

its55 · 01-13-2022, 06:46 AM

I was gifted a bottle of Redemption Wheated Bourbon. Quite good. An Indiana bourbon.

TXSTYLE · 01-15-2022, 02:59 PM

Something Tropical...

Bingham · 01-15-2022, 06:32 PM

Tasty drams. ER is just solid and cheap when u can find it.

happyjack · 01-17-2022, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Bingham_M2C

Tasty drams. ER is just solid and cheap when u can find it.

eagle rare used to be the best value in bourbon. at least in the DC region, IF you can find it you'll likely pay a significant premium. it was my go-to daily drinker for years, until mark-ups over $70!

its55 · 02-02-2022, 06:36 AM

The other day I had a glass of Jefferson's Very Old Very Small Batch and I must say it was quite good. My next one to purchase.

Uber Commuter · 02-02-2022, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by its55

The other day I had a glass of Jefferson's Very Old Very Small Batch and I must say it was quite good. My next one to purchase.

Get Jefferson's Ocean - even better

TXSTYLE · 02-02-2022, 02:05 PM

So as you all know by now, my preference for spirits without any questions, is ultra premium sipping Rums. Followed by Cognac.
Here in Texas, Bourbon and Whiskey are the most popular. I'd say Tequila is certainly up there as well.
I keep a variety in my bar at all times with over 80 bottles on hand. I definitely keep some tried and true Bourbons and Scotch for my friends who only drink those. But recently, I've been exploring and tasting many more myself just to expand my own taste buds. My criteria for ANY thing I drink is it MUST be smooth if not ultra smooth. I also prefer sweet. Not sugary but a honey, or fruit note is preferred. Some appreciate the burn, heat, pepper, etc that Bourbon naturally brings.
Even the ones I have : Eagle Rare 10, Woodford Reserve, Basil Hayden, Maker's Mark and several different Crown Royal. Are all considered great options. Then I have Glenfiddich, Glen Moray, Dewars, The Glenlevit.
I can definitely say without question that Scotch is generally smoother than Bourbon/Whiskey. But, then there's the smokiness that I don't care for with Scotch.
All that being said, this very helpful young man at my local Specs who knows my tastes and has very similar tastes to mine, recommended a Bourbon that I've never heard of. Based on his recommendation alone, I bought 2 bottles of this.
I am very happy to report it is excellent! At $40 I consider it a great value. Let me know if you try it, what you think?

Lady Jane · 02-11-2022, 12:37 PM

Something new. https://nutrlvodka.com/

On special at our local Power House. From G&W Distilling in Vancouver BC. Haven't tried it yet.

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M_Six · 02-15-2022, 09:13 PM

Sam Adams Wicked Hazy IPA. First real beer in about a month. Figured I needed to remind my liver what to do with alcohol.

UncleWede · 02-15-2022, 10:29 PM

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Sam Adams Wicked Hazy IPA. First real beer in about a month. Figured I needed to remind my liver what to do with alcohol.

Use it or lose it

M_Six · 02-15-2022, 10:38 PM

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Use it or lose it

Use it too much and you lose it.

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12-23-2021, 09:53 AM	#4688
Maynard Colonel 4196 Rep 2,954 Posts Drives: 228iX & M2C Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Upstate NY iTrader: (1)	Any British whiskey fans who want a discount on Laphroaig? I ended up with a bunch of discount coupons for Laphroaig, and turns out they expire at end of year. Anybody over in England (or perhaps anyplace in the EU) want to try cashing these in for something? I'll work on good faith - if you are game to use them for an order, I'll send you the codes, and split the savings with you. I have 8 of the 20euro, one 5euro, and one 10euro. I think you need to use them for an online order, but if you are on Islay you could probably visit their store. One voucher per order, and the 20's require an 80 euro purchase (20/40euro purchase for the 5/10 coupons). Love the Scotch, but really HATE their new take on promotionals (yeah, they won't ship to the US, but they give me coupons); it was either cash in for these, or a bunch of stupid pens, lanyards, and t-shirts that would have cost me >30euros for shipping. PM me if you are interested, hate to see these go to waste. Bonus prize if you can guess how many bottles of Laph it takes to earn 175 euros of coupon Here is a link to their order page, but this link may be specific to USA https://www.laphroaig.com/en/shop-global
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12-23-2021, 09:58 AM	#4689
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12-25-2021, 08:39 AM	#4690
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12-25-2021, 08:50 AM	#4691
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12-26-2021, 07:21 PM	#4692
M_Six Free Thinker 19196 Rep 7,542 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Had a Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA today. Good lord. Gotta be careful with those. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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12-28-2021, 09:40 AM	#4693
M5Rick General 68747 Rep 22,105 Posts Drives: M5 F10 DCT Gunmetal Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: GB iTrader: (0)	Having me a little sip after a 4 mile walk before dinner, got some guests coming Attached Images
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01-01-2022, 02:32 PM	#4694
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01-09-2022, 04:18 PM	#4696
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01-12-2022, 02:07 PM	#4697
hubbahubba Captain 11540 Rep 879 Posts Drives: M3CX Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Az iTrader: (0)	Picked up 2 of these. I really enjoy the Angel's Envy Rye and Bourbon, looking forward to my glass tonight. The wood box is nicely made, guessing it bodes well for the content. Attached Images
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01-13-2022, 06:46 AM	#4698
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01-15-2022, 02:59 PM	#4699
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01-15-2022, 06:32 PM	#4700
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02-02-2022, 02:05 PM	#4704
TXSTYLE "Salud" 14927 Rep 4,883 Posts Drives: F01 & F15 / Mineral White Join Date: May 2013 Location: The GYM! (The Burbs - N TX) iTrader: (0)	So as you all know by now, my preference for spirits without any questions, is ultra premium sipping Rums. Followed by Cognac. Here in Texas, Bourbon and Whiskey are the most popular. I'd say Tequila is certainly up there as well. I keep a variety in my bar at all times with over 80 bottles on hand. I definitely keep some tried and true Bourbons and Scotch for my friends who only drink those. But recently, I've been exploring and tasting many more myself just to expand my own taste buds. My criteria for ANY thing I drink is it MUST be smooth if not ultra smooth. I also prefer sweet. Not sugary but a honey, or fruit note is preferred. Some appreciate the burn, heat, pepper, etc that Bourbon naturally brings. Even the ones I have : Eagle Rare 10, Woodford Reserve, Basil Hayden, Maker's Mark and several different Crown Royal. Are all considered great options. Then I have Glenfiddich, Glen Moray, Dewars, The Glenlevit. I can definitely say without question that Scotch is generally smoother than Bourbon/Whiskey. But, then there's the smokiness that I don't care for with Scotch. All that being said, this very helpful young man at my local Specs who knows my tastes and has very similar tastes to mine, recommended a Bourbon that I've never heard of. Based on his recommendation alone, I bought 2 bottles of this. I am very happy to report it is excellent! At $40 I consider it a great value. Let me know if you try it, what you think? Attached Images
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02-11-2022, 12:37 PM	#4705
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02-15-2022, 09:13 PM	#4706
M_Six Free Thinker 19196 Rep 7,542 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Sam Adams Wicked Hazy IPA. First real beer in about a month. Figured I needed to remind my liver what to do with alcohol. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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