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Aqua Vitae Dram Discussions

charliebrown

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I found the Tennessee whiskeys to be kind of on the harsh side. Such Jack Daniel's or Jim Beam. I even found them harsh on my gut.

You might want to try a Kentucky style bourbon like Maker's Mark. Much smoother.
You are describing the chevy, ford and dodge brands of bourbon. Take one step up (over $25 dollars a bottle and you will find bourbon in an entirely new light.

I find all the name brand everyday whiskey's, vodka's and gin's to tear up my gut. I personally did not drink alcohol for many years because I associated all of their tasted to the bargain basement well brands. Once I left the bottom shelf, I lost the rubbing alcohol nose and entered a world of bliss.

Try Bulleit Bourbon or Buffalo Trace, Elliagh Craig, Four Roses Select, Basel Haden, Angels Envy, Woodford Reserve WL Weller 12 year, or many other 25 to 35 dollar bottles and you will start appreciating the added aging and better mash.
 

Massages4Tony

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You are describing the chevy, ford and dodge brands of bourbon. Take one step up (over $25 dollars a bottle and you will find bourbon in an entirely new light.

I find all the name brand everyday whiskey's, vodka's and gin's to tear up my gut. I personally did not drink alcohol for many years because I associated all of their tasted to the bargain basement well brands. Once I left the bottom shelf, I lost the rubbing alcohol nose and entered a world of bliss.

Try Bulleit Bourbon or Buffalo Trace, Elliagh Craig, Four Roses Select, Basel Haden, Angels Envy, Woodford Reserve WL Weller 12 year, or many other 25 to 35 dollar bottles and you will start appreciating the added aging and better mash.
My opinion on Bourbon’s, not a universal fan, I don’t like the cloying corn sweetness. BUT, a good Bourbon does have its merit - I’m not talking the “create a limited release, cult following, high price, demand” like Pappy, but more like an Angels Envy. I can drink that, make a mean sauce, salad dressing, salmon marinade, bread pudding, etc. with Angels Envy.
 

charliebrown

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My opinion on Bourbon’s, not a universal fan, I don’t like the cloying corn sweetness. BUT, a good Bourbon does have its merit - I’m not talking the “create a limited release, cult following, high price, demand” like Pappy, but more like an Angels Envy. I can drink that, make a mean sauce, salad dressing, salmon marinade, bread pudding, etc. with Angels Envy.
The rye content and the age tamper the corn sweetness. Besides, when I hear HARSH, that is just a description of crappy booze period.
 

Massages4Tony

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The rye content and the age tamper the corn sweetness. Besides, when I hear HARSH, that is just a description of crappy booze period.
Yes, but not all use rye, and some only 8-10 percent. While the mash bill must contain 51% or more corn, the rest can be made up with corn, wheat, rye, oats, quinoa, you name it. The three main mash bills are those that are 100% corn, those with a high portion of the other 49% as rye (called high-rye), and those with a high portion of the other 49% as wheat (called wheated Bourbon). Harsh can also come from a Barrel Proof or Cask Strength Bourbon. Both mean that you are drinking what was bottled directly from the cask, no dilution. This means it can be anywhere from 100 proof to 140 proof (140 is rare) and they will definitely seem harsh to one who drinks normal 80 proof Bourbon or Whisky. Proof is 2X the alcohol by volume (ABV). 40 abv = 80 proof.
 

charliebrown

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Forgot about the cask strength bourbon! He could have been drinking a wonderful bourbon and did not know it.

There is absolutely no shame in adding some water to whiskey of any kind. It is made to drink and enjoy the way you personally prefer it. I have no problem drinking whiskey on ice and adding a splash to tame the initial sips to my personal preference.
 

njlefty

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You are describing the chevy, ford and dodge brands of bourbon. Take one step up (over $25 dollars a bottle and you will find bourbon in an entirely new light.

I find all the name brand everyday whiskey's, vodka's and gin's to tear up my gut. I personally did not drink alcohol for many years because I associated all of their tasted to the bargain basement well brands. Once I left the bottom shelf, I lost the rubbing alcohol nose and entered a world of bliss.

Try Bulleit Bourbon or Buffalo Trace, Elliagh Craig, Four Roses Select, Basel Haden, Angels Envy, Woodford Reserve WL Weller 12 year, or many other 25 to 35 dollar bottles and you will start appreciating the added aging and better mash.
Charlie, I am most definitely familiar with those labels and drank several of them. My favorite was Basil Hayden's.

I think some people who don't like bourbon have probably only tried the Jack's and Jim's.

I still preferred the every day type of Maker's Mark. My drinking days are a thing of the past, but I thank Tony for this thread.

I am currently getting screened with a local southern milf, so I may dive in soon. She reminds me of Emma, for those who remember outcalls with that Jersey Shore milf.
 

charliebrown

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Charlie, I am most definitely familiar with those labels and drank several of them. My favorite was Basil Hayden's.

I think some people who don't like bourbon have probably only tried the Jack's and Jim's.

I still preferred the every day type of Maker's Mark. My drinking days are a thing of the past, but I thank Tony for this thread.

I am currently getting screened with a local southern milf, so I may dive in soon. She reminds me of Emma, for those who remember outcalls with that Jersey Shore milf.
I agree, I had my first experience with whiskey and it was Jack. it was horrible and kept me from whiskey for many years.

I currently have two vices, whiskey and women. I keep them at a relatively controlled budget so I can enjoy both. I am hoping I can be one of those centennial men who gets asked how I managed to live so long. by that time, I can smile as say Whiskey and Women without much concern for life ramifications.
 

Massages4Tony

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I agree, I had my first experience with whiskey and it was Jack. it was horrible and kept me from whiskey for many years.

I currently have two vices, whiskey and women. I keep them at a relatively controlled budget so I can enjoy both. I am hoping I can be one of those centennial men who gets asked how I managed to live so long. by that time, I can smile as say Whiskey and Women without much concern for life ramifications.
Add in Wine, Craft Beers, and then throw in a little gourmet food, just for giggles!
 

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A salesperson was selling this whiskey at the liquor store I normally shop. It has a lightly sweet after taste.

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Interesting.

Although my drinking days are behind me, I never warmed up to Irish whiskey.

I have some family roots in Ireland. I remember my mom calling Bushmill's Irish Whiskey "the Protestant whiskey."

The Irish can be stubborn.:cool:
 

Massages4Tony

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A salesperson was selling this whiskey at the liquor store I normally shop. It has a lightly sweet after taste.
Finished in both Bourbon and Sherry casks, and Irish as well! Almost all Irish Whiskey is triple distilled, which makes it smoother. I had heard Boann was going to do a doublewood. Nice, I will have to try it.
 

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Interesting.

Although my drinking days are behind me, I never warmed up to Irish whiskey.

I have some family roots in Ireland. I remember my mom calling Bushmill's Irish Whiskey "the Protestant whiskey."

The Irish can be stubborn.:cool:
That’s because of where it’s made. Jameson’s is the Catholic equivalent.
 
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