chuffer Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 hurrah for mums!.....glad to hear that ones other than 14yr old (thus a tad cheaper) are also decent.....tempted to put a pre-xmas order in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 hurrah for mums!.....glad to hear that ones other than 14yr old (thus a tad cheaper) are also decent.....tempted to put a pre-xmas order in Hurrah indeed! I've had a look at the Arran website, and the one she bought was the green label one, finished in Sauternes casks, so there's an underlying sweetness to it. Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerjon Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 Santa brought me a Bruichladdich 10 year old. I am now very pleased with Santa. Subtle for an Islay whisky but, at 46%, one of the better drops for contemplative mellowness. Apparently it's the first 'proper' Bruichladdich this century after the distillery had ceased production in 1995, restarting in 2001 under new ownership. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerjon Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 I'd still try the Adnams (if it's not too expensive), just out of curiosity. It's available now at £44. I'd have thought they'd have pitched it nearer £30. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derwent Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 I'm not a whisky connoisseur by any means but one of my clients gave me a bottle of 21 year old Isle of Jura recently. Is it worth drinking or is it a donate to a raffle job ? I’m not prejudiced, I hate everybody equally Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerjon Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 I'm not a whisky connoisseur by any means but one of my clients gave me a bottle of 21 year old Isle of Jura recently. Is it worth drinking or is it a donate to a raffle job ? Is it this? Be a very generous raffle prize. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derwent Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 Is it this? Be a very generous raffle prize. Yes. Crikey, didn't realise it was that expensive, thought it was just a run of the mill whisky. Might have to sample it later now, just out of curiosity you understand. I’m not prejudiced, I hate everybody equally Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckn Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 It's available now at £44. I'd have thought they'd have pitched it nearer £30. I know someone who tried it, his esteemed view was that you'd be better buying a bottle of Bells and mixing it with something like meths. In fact, you'd be better buying a bottle of Bells and beating yourself with it. He said it had a bit of promise but was at least 3, and most likely 5-10 years, away from being what you'd consider drinkable if you're a proper whisky man. "When in deadly danger, when beset by doubt; run in little circles, wave your arms and shout" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
808tone Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 I know someone who tried it, his esteemed view was that you'd be better buying a bottle of Bells and mixing it with something like meths. In fact, you'd be better buying a bottle of Bells and beating yourself with it. He said it had a bit of promise but was at least 3, and most likely 5-10 years, away from being what you'd consider drinkable if you're a proper whisky man. As UB40 said "food for thought"...doe's that apply to wine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 Benromach, the first time I've tried it. Very pale, very interesting. Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976PMJwires Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Mum got me a glenlivet 18 year old for Xmas Great memories of sharing with my dad. Lovely drink and special times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simmo Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 A bottle of Midleton Very Rare very gratefully received for Christmas. This is my fourth bottle, and I have yet to take them up on their offer of a guided tasting tour. I might try to give that a go this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ullman Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 To continue the Christmas present theme. My son got me a bottle of Lagavulin. Never had it before. I like it very much. "I'm from a fishing family. Trawlermen are like pirates with biscuits." - Lucy Beaumont. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longboard Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 A bottle of Midleton Very Rare very gratefully received for Christmas. This is my fourth bottle, and I have yet to take them up on their offer of a guided tasting tour. I might try to give that a go this year. Good stuff, the Midleton VR. If you visit the distillery, a meal at the nearby Ballymaloe should be worth consideration. Good sea fishing from Ballycotton, which is c10 miles from Midleton if that's your thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derwent Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Well I tried the Jura but it was probably wasted on me. The best thing I can say about it is that at least it didn't feel like I'd swallowed molten lava like most whisky does. I’m not prejudiced, I hate everybody equally Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearman Posted January 2, 2014 Author Share Posted January 2, 2014 To continue the Christmas present theme. My son got me a bottle of Lagavulin. Never had it before. I like it very much. Easily my favourite.I had a couple of bottles of whisky given me, a bottle of Jura "Superstition" it's described as "lightly peated" and with notes of caramel. I found it a bit sweet, I was also given a bottle of Black Grouse, now I find ordinary Grouse a bit sweet for my taste but the Black Grouse was really nice. If you like peaty malts it's worthwhile trying as it's not that expensive. I also stumbled across this http://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/islay-storm/ Again this looks to be reasonable price.. Ron Banks Midlands Hurricanes and Barrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob8 Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Well I tried the Jura but it was probably wasted on me. The best thing I can say about it is that at least it didn't feel like I'd swallowed molten lava like most whisky does. I have never enjoyed a Jura myself, despite being assured that I should. "You clearly have never met Bob8 then, he's like a veritable Bryan Ferry of RL." - Johnoco 19 Jul 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 To continue the Christmas present theme. My son got me a bottle of Lagavulin. Never had it before. I like it very much. Good stuff, Lagavulin. Bit extreme for some tastes, but if you enjoy your Islay malts, lovely. Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) Aberlour A'Bunadh - Batch 42 (I'm pretty sure it's No.42, but I'd have to check). A cask-strength Speyside, finished in Oloroso barrels. Deep, dark, fabulous and (slightly) discounted at Waitrose. A more detailed description and review. Edited January 13, 2014 by Futtocks Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigal02 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 I quite like (Spanish) brandy but can't take to whisky! A friend has become a recent convert (and bore) of single malts and keeps trying to convert me. I do try it now and again to see if my palate has changed, but I usually look like I'm in the finals of the Grassmere Gurning Competition when I taste it! It all tastes 'peaty' to me. That is, as if it has been taken from an Irish bog - and by bog, I don't mean a swamp!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 I quite like (Spanish) brandy but can't take to whisky! A friend has become a recent convert (and bore) of single malts and keeps trying to convert me. I do try it now and again to see if my palate has changed, but I usually look like I'm in the finals of the Grassmere Gurning Competition when I taste it! It all tastes 'peaty' to me. That is, as if it has been taken from an Irish bog - and by bog, I don't mean a swamp!! He may just be a fan of Islay malts, which are peaty - some being extremely peaty. Lighter mainland whiskies might be more to your taste. Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverback Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 never been a whiskey lover as i always seem to end up with a massive headache before i even get home. dont mind the odd jack d or 3. always love the honey rums(ron miel) from gran canaria when on holidays, but i had a bottle of georgia moonshine peach mash bought for christmas by my wife off drinkfinder and it were spot on,some type a corn whiskey that even came in a masons jar. i sure slept like a polar bear over the new year that for sure. been wanting to try a few moonshines so if anyone can recomend anywere over here that will be fine,many thanks,and happy new year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Now rum - there's a thing. Never liked it 'til fairly recently, finding it harsh and almost metallic. Then I tried a few different ones and absolutely fell for Angostura 1919 rum. Like drinking a glass of sunshine! A little research revealed that most run is made and bottled pretty quickly, but a bit of ageing can make for a much nicer drink. They don't tend to be aged as long as whisky, but the 8 years for Angostura 1919 certainly have an effect. Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Tim Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 I don't mind the occasional Bacardi and coke but I have never been a fan of rum. Over Christmas I got a bottle of Foursquare Spiced rum that a friend said was really nice...I couldn't agree. It's drinkable with a lot of coke or some other mixer but the taste of the rum really is not for me. I am off on my travels again tomorrow so will be having a nose around the duty free shops at Heathrow for something nice. I've still got lots of Bowmore left from the last trip but I like to expand my horizons. I am meeting up in Prague with a crazy Polish colleague who is bringing some 'proper' Polish vodka with him for me to try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futtocks Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 I occasionally buy Kraken spiced rum. Very dark and treacly in taste. Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted. Ralph Waldo Emerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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