Best "barrel" for Scotch

M_Six · 03-24-2015, 09:53 PM

Tonight is my last attempt to drink the Laphroaig. I'll try it with ice and club soda. Hopefully that tones down the smoke.

UncleWede · 03-25-2015, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dim635csi

and I pulled the shot on A'bundah ...

It definitely worth it.

Unless I'm in the mood for some of M_Six's smoke, that is my go-to for about 1.5 years. The yogini who I got onto the web to promote her business gave me another bottle for Christmas. I feel bad for the 12 sitting next to it on the shelf, 12 ain't getting no attention.

M_Six · 03-25-2015, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

Unless I'm in the mood for some of M_Six's smoke, that is my go-to for about 1.5 years. The yogini who I got onto the web to promote her business gave me another bottle for Christmas. I feel bad for the 12 sitting next to it on the shelf, 12 ain't getting no attention.

I need to find such clients. Nice gifts.

I tried the Laphroaig with club soda last night. Better, but still too much smoke. If it's an acquired taste, it's going to be rough going for a while, I guess.

bkM3 · 03-25-2015, 01:07 PM

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I need to find such clients. Nice gifts.

I tried the Laphroaig with club soda last night. Better, but still too much smoke. If it's an acquired taste, it's going to be rough going for a while, I guess.

its definitely not for everybody. it was love at first taste for me but i have a problem where i have to put hot sauce and/or jalapenos on everything.

UncleWede · 03-25-2015, 01:33 PM

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its definitely not for everybody. it was love at first taste for me but i have a problem where i have to put hot sauce and/or jalapenos on everything.

I'm not quite to that level, but yeah, I don't think it was a taste I acquired. It may have something to do with the fact my parents met and married during their service to the Peace Corp, stationed in Pakistan. I'm guessing my parents were pretty well saturated with spice when I was conceived.

M_Six · 03-28-2015, 09:26 PM

I picked up the A'bundah today. But I also grabbed a six-pack of Sam Adams Rebel Rouser Double IPA, so that's on tap for tonight. The A'bundah will have to wait.

Joekerr · 03-28-2015, 11:35 PM

Let me know how the A'bundah is - I'm curious, haven't tried it myself.

dim635csi · 03-28-2015, 11:37 PM

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Let me know how the A'bundah is - I'm curious, haven't tried it myself.

Sam can't beat it. Different league...

M_Six · 03-31-2015, 10:52 PM

Cracked open the A'bundah tonight. The sales guy at the liquor superstore was telling me to be careful with my first taste since A'bundah is "hot." He said the high alcohol content will surprise most Scotch drinkers. He was mostly right. It's quite strong, but not unpleasant. I took his further advice and added some seltzer water. Just a bit, but it really tones down the bite and lets some really nice flavors come through. I could get to like this stuff.

I just wish it wasn't $80/bottle.

UncleWede · 04-01-2015, 11:32 AM

Yes, it's $80/bottle, but if you are gonna seltzer it down you end up with 50% more buzz than something that is 80 proof. A neat glass only needs to be 1.5 fingers or less to enjoy the evening.

M_Six · 04-01-2015, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

Yes, it's $80/bottle, but if you are gonna seltzer it down you end up with 50% more buzz than something that is 80 proof. A neat glass only needs to be 1.5 fingers or less to enjoy the evening.

This is true. I knew it was stronger so I halved the pour. Glad I did or I wouldn't have been feeling well this morning. 1.5 fingers is just about right.

M_Six · 04-09-2015, 11:16 PM

Props to you, UncleWede. You were right. 1.5 to 2 fingers of A'bundah with a splash of seltzer is delicious and extends the bottle for a couple of weeks. I think I've found my daily quaff.

UncleWede · 04-10-2015, 11:33 AM

I'm on call for next 2 weeks so my bottle should last at least 3

upstatedoc · 04-14-2015, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by M_Six

2 fingers of A'bundah with a splash of seltzer is delicious

Now when you say two fingers is that horizontal or vertical?

M_Six · 04-14-2015, 07:32 PM

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Now when you say two fingers is that horizontal or vertical?

Depends if it's a weeknight or a weekend.

UncleWede · 04-15-2015, 12:46 PM

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Depends if it's a weeknight or a weekend.

That's what she said

M_Six · 09-22-2015, 03:06 PM

Bought the Aberlour 16 this weekend. Very smooth and tasty. Might become my new Go To scotch.

fecurtis · 09-22-2015, 03:15 PM

Weird, I drink a nice peaty scotch like its water.

Some Laphroig or some Old Ballantruan are my go to's.

JasonCSU · 09-22-2015, 04:46 PM

I recently picked up some Yamazaki 12 that I have yet to try.

SunnyD · 09-22-2015, 04:48 PM

I just picked up some Hibiki 12 this past weekend. I do love me some Japanese whisky.

M_Six · 09-22-2015, 05:09 PM

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Weird, I drink a nice peaty scotch like its water.

Some Laphroig or some Old Ballantruan are my go to's.

Laphroig just hits me wrong. Waaay too smoky/peaty for me. Like horseradish and cilantro, you either like it or you don't.

M_Six · 09-22-2015, 05:10 PM

Are the Japanese whiskys smoky/peaty or sweeter like Aberlour?

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M_Six Free Thinker 19288 Rep 7,549 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Tonight is my last attempt to drink the Laphroaig. I'll try it with ice and club soda. Hopefully that tones down the smoke. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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M_Six Free Thinker 19288 Rep 7,549 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	I picked up the A'bundah today. But I also grabbed a six-pack of Sam Adams Rebel Rouser Double IPA, so that's on tap for tonight. The A'bundah will have to wait. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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M_Six Free Thinker 19288 Rep 7,549 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Cracked open the A'bundah tonight. The sales guy at the liquor superstore was telling me to be careful with my first taste since A'bundah is "hot." He said the high alcohol content will surprise most Scotch drinkers. He was mostly right. It's quite strong, but not unpleasant. I took his further advice and added some seltzer water. Just a bit, but it really tones down the bite and lets some really nice flavors come through. I could get to like this stuff. I just wish it wasn't $80/bottle. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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UncleWede Long Time Admirer, First Time Owner 18430 Rep 9,426 Posts Drives: G01 X3 M40i Dark Graphite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Oxnard, CA iTrader: (0)	Yes, it's $80/bottle, but if you are gonna seltzer it down you end up with 50% more buzz than something that is 80 proof. A neat glass only needs to be 1.5 fingers or less to enjoy the evening.
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M_Six Free Thinker 19288 Rep 7,549 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Props to you, UncleWede. You were right. 1.5 to 2 fingers of A'bundah with a splash of seltzer is delicious and extends the bottle for a couple of weeks. I think I've found my daily quaff. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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M_Six Free Thinker 19288 Rep 7,549 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Bought the Aberlour 16 this weekend. Very smooth and tasty. Might become my new Go To scotch. __________________ Mark markj.pics "Life is uncertain, eat bacon now." -UncleWede
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M_Six Free Thinker 19288 Rep 7,549 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Are the Japanese whiskys smoky/peaty or sweeter like Aberlour?
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