BrokejawTheBrewer
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Well you've come to the right guy.
Here's everything you need to know about the different types of whiskeys:
Bourbon Whiskey:
It's goddamn delicious.
Scotch Whiskey:
It's goddamn delicious.
Blended Scotch Whiskey:
It's goddamn delicious.
Rye Whiskey:
It's goddamn delicious.
Irish Whiskey/ Single Pot Still Whiskey:
It's goddamn delicious.
Corn Whiskey:
It's goddamn okay.
Japanese Whiskey:
It's goddamn delicious.
Try them neat for the first time, in a glass, no ice or mixers, and you're gonna love these whiskeys...
Love you all, bitches.
Starrek
My Nikka
theluker
Mah Man!
MRFSTOP
Nikka please
IrishWhiskey
I´m relevant. And you´re right, I am goddamn delicious
iMakeFakeLegs
did somebody say scotch/whisk(e)y? http://imgur.com/P82C4vW
Pabloblibli
I will try a bottle of each. Will let you know what I think tomorrow.
UncomfortableAnswers
Bourbon sucks, fight me
Stevejw2009
For the best of times
BrokejawTheBrewer
I love that movie! But it's super misleading. I live in Japan, and Suntory Whiskey is atrocious and cheap.
Kurianichi
Wanna know how I call Glenfiddich? Glen fickt dich (= Glen fucks you; german pun I guess). Too strong for my taste
Kurianichi
I prefer mild Scotch and Irish Whisky like Glenmorangie and Jameson
iMakeFakeLegs
I have never liked glenfiddich, i don't know if its the taste or the offputting green bottle. But i love The Macallan and Balvenie
TheHardestArtery
Balvenie and Macallan are my friends to the end, hehe.
iMakeFakeLegs
hands down my 2 favorite
mmmArdbeg
Mmm Ardbeg :-)
labratlet
I agree. Also, fancy name.
Operator311
Redbreast! Excellent choice.
ScottyDoesntKnowBoise
Anybody else read the " I guarantee it" in the mens warehouse guys voice?
Artoris
As a bartender I usually scroll these to laugh at the inaccuracies. You however, were right every damn time! +1
iMakeFakeLegs
agreed, as a former liquor sales rep for bars these posts drive me up the wall with inaccuracies. This one made me laugh
youreathing
*THIS* is what's needed. Not "THIS IS WHAT MEN DRINK."
iMakeFakeLegs
a man will confidently drink whatever he wants, regardless of image
youreathing
Conversely, no one should tell anyone else what to drink either.
iMakeFakeLegs
Agreed! I'm all for suggestions/recommendations. But it comes down to a matter of taste, and everyones palate is different
HowieFisterbottom
And for the last fucking time Bourbon does NOT have to be made in Kentucky! There, I'm done.
iMakeFakeLegs
I literally got downvoted the last time i stated this. I provided sources and citations... but still... downvoted...
Malacha1
This post is so goddamn right
geneparmesanpd
Fireball whiskey, it's goddamn disgusting
JDam27
As far as cinnamon flavored anything goes it's the most bearable one. But still disgusting.
iMakeFakeLegs
In the great words of Master Mixologist Bobby G (jim beam) said: we will stop producing flavored shit when peoples top drinking it
IlliniFire
Many experts actually say to add a splash of distilled water to enhance the flavors of all whiskey.
TheHawkNY
Instructions unclear; got my knob stuck in the creek.
perfectlyrics
And by splash, IlliniFire means a few drops.
adamrhine37
im an avid fan of Makers Mark
iMakeFakeLegs
for cost:quality it is good stuff, i've moved on to makers 46, aged a bit longer with added staves giving it a sweeter flavor profile
adamrhine37
I like the original but i agree i prefer 46
Afatasi
What's a good starter whiskey?
Selerox
Just as an addition to what the others have said (which is bang on), if you want a Scotch *blend*, go with Chivas Regal. 1/2
Selerox
Blends are less complex than Single Malts, but they tend to be a little smoother and easier drinking. 2/2
HurtfulTurkey
Just my opinions: Scotch: Glenlivet 12; Bourbon: Buffalo Trace/Jim Beam; Rye: Bulleit; Irish: Jameson; Canadian: Crown Royal; Tennesse: JD
UnicorninBanff
Just to add to the list. If you like Canadian, I recommend Forty Creek.
TinySupreme
Basil Haydens is a good choice. Not really all that harsh. Wild Turkey is also good. Sorry, I'll only be able to recommend bourbon lol.
InboxMeYourBicycles
It's goddamn delicious.
iMakeFakeLegs
http://imgur.com/gx0ya0p
HeyMicky
Whitefox789
It's an understatement to say the least.
goosetractor
It's goddamn okay
summitshow
I goddamn second this.
goosetractor
I goddamn third this!
JollyRoger123
I actually live really close to where they make Templeton Rye
iMakeFakeLegs
so you live in Indiana?
JollyRoger123
No where they make real Templeton Rye
iMakeFakeLegs
Sooo, Indiana. http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2014/08/28/templeton-rye-change-labels-clarifies-much-made-iowa/14770045/
JollyRoger123
No, The illegal kind.
Angrydom
I like my whiskey how I like my women. 12 years old and mixed up with a little coke.
TheProkrastinator
Where is this from?
Angrydom
Ron white
TheProkrastinator
Thanks! A friend of mine said this at a cognac tasting 5 years ago, and claimed it as his own line.
Angrydom
He's a big Ole fibber!
Hamglove
Have you tried any of the really smokey scotches from Ilay? Any recommendations? Been drinking monkey shoulder blended lately and Jura.
andaleg
Laphroaig quarter cask is among the best scotches I've ever had, and the lagavulin distillers edition! Islay is the best region!
madp1atypus
First off, it's the island of Islay. These are far and away my preferred Scotch whisky. Try Caol Ila if you're looking only for smoke. 1/2
madp1atypus
If you're looking for peat, go with Lagavulin or Laphroaig. If you're looking for smoke and peat, go Ardbeg.
arhgef
Try Lagavullin 16! Amazing
Hamglove
Will do. Thanks!
BrokejawTheBrewer
oops, i lied to you, macallan is not an islay scotch, it's a speyside. i got that confused on accident. i don't think i've ever had an islay
iMakeFakeLegs
you will know an islay when you taste one. It's a peat bomb
Hamglove
No problem. I like the Mccallen too. Tried it when I found out Neil Peart drinks it. He got me into scotch and motorbikes.
Hamglove
Not at the same time. Scotches after riding.
morrissimo
Costco used to sell (maybe still does?) Macallan white-labeled as Kirkland ..at half the price of Macallan. Exact same product. #tmyk
Hamglove
Thats good to know. Moving soon to where costcos are. Just Sams here.
iMakeFakeLegs
The Macallan brand would never allow that, as they are far too concerned over their image. I have a feeling you have been mislead
Jawbone
Scotch is spelled Whisky, no "e". Otherwise totally correct on all points.
AboveTheMud
Not completely true: http://www.thekitchn.com/whiskey-vs-whisky-whats-the-di-100476
BrokejawTheBrewer
there is absolutely no way i'm spelling "whiskey" without that "e." i will die first.
ringadingdingbaby
Well if it's from Scotland, whisky is how you spell it.
lawrus
I love you for this.
BrokejawTheBrewer
Sometimes, you've got to take a hard stance, and pick your battles well. I picked the battle of arbitrary regional spellings.
lawrus
You have an ally for life, comrade.
bohjeenie
Well carry on being incorrect.
BrokejawTheBrewer
You forgot the apostrophe in "we'll"
Jawbone
Ok, seems a little trivial to die over, but do as you please. Oh, before you slit your wrists, check the labels, scotch is spelled whisky.
BrokejawTheBrewer
It isn't my problem that the whiskey distillers can't spell.
thatoneotherguy42
Quite right, they're types of whiskey. ... except the corn, whiskey is made from grain. The corn is shine.
BrokejawTheBrewer
whiskey/ whisky are the same thing, it's just that the Scots want to be different for some reason and spell it without the "e".
themexicanwave
Downvoting you for your stubbornness in defending being wrong.
derekjohn
OP Please learn the difference between Whisky and Whiskey.
brokenteeth
Being a scot, I genuinely didn't know people spelled whisky with an 'e' in it. TIL
iMakeFakeLegs
Just USA and Ireland really, it started when whisky trading exploded and they wanted to differentiate their product
SlowboatToShortbus
Whiskey comes from countries w/ 'e' in the name,Ireland,America,etc. Whisky comes from countries w/out an 'e' in the name, Scotland, Japan
iMakeFakeLegs
Merely by coincidence, It's really only USA and Ireland that uses Whiskey, but I why it has an "e" started for entirely different reasons
13urnzz
It's goddamn delicious.
ohdearohdearohdeer
Spelling
blueboytoo
My friend wants to know what the difference is.
ThisNameIsWhatManyOftenConsiderHitsAHypotheticalFan
Whisky originates from Scotland. So scotch whiskey technically doesn't exist, I think?
iMakeFakeLegs
Ireland/USA use Whiskey, the rest of the world uses whisky. It was a marketing strategy back in the day to differentiate their product
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derekjohn
NO! NO! NO! you drongo. Scottish Whisky is spelt like this. Irish Whiskey is spelt like this, and everything else is heresy.
trilobitetesticles
My mistake just read the wiki, also all whisky should be spelt with a y apart from Irish and American
derekjohn
The former colonies do not have Whisk(e)y they have bourbon, named after some Frenchies, says it all really.
CarineNoctua
Whisky - Scotch. Whiskey - all the other stuff.
CameForNatalieDormer
Nope. Whisky = Canadian, Japanese, Scotch. Whiskey = Irish, American. It also has no meaning, just a spelling preference.
mg79
Stop being pretentious and just enjoy the drink. Nobody gives a shit about that e.
iMakeFakeLegs
how is he being pretentious by seeking information?
Strangedays2024
It's really just like the difference between grey/gray. You know what they both mean but some people have a stick up theirs about it.
iMakeFakeLegs
but he was simply asking what the difference was, you could have just stated that instead.
Strangedays2024
the guy who started this chain didn't ask a question, he made a statement.
MesserAuditore
I was actually hoping for useful information, as someone who's yet to try whiskey. I'm disappointed in you @OP.
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iMakeFakeLegs
the only thing i agree with in that sentence is basil haydens and cigar
b4myjadedeyes
Unlike all that fatbastard recipe posts something I'm interested in- joke
NrNone
Here's your man: https://www.youtube.com/user/ralfystuff
onlyhalfghost
The most useful advice I have about whiskey/whisky is: first, don't spell it around anyone who cares which, and second, drink rum instead.
iMakeFakeLegs
Meh, rum's are good summer drinks (zaya is hands down my favorite). Not so good in the Minnesota cold
BrokejawTheBrewer
Well, if you want REAL whiskey advice: http://www.realmendrinkwhiskey.com/whiskey-for-beginners/
InitHello
Had a redbreast the other day, quite nice.
IAmThePermabannedAccountOfMyNameIsMrTorgue
Get a bottle of Angel's Envy. It's not whiskey but you'll never need another drink in your life.
iMakeFakeLegs
Angels Envy is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Made by Lincoln Henderson. Not only do i have a bottle but i used to sell it
IAmThePermabannedAccountOfMyNameIsMrTorgue
Oh, I guess it is whiskey. I thought it was just Bourbon. It's fucking amazing, the only liquor I can drink straight without gagging.
iMakeFakeLegs
All bourbons are whisk(e)y, all Whisk(e)y's are not bourbon. The same product, but bourbons are held to stricter production laws
Gearwe
There are a lot of resources online. Personally, I'd recommend Redbreast as a nice whisky to start with. Very smooth and balanced.
UnicorninBanff
I like Green Spot more than the Redbreast. It's quite a bit brighter, if you like that sort of thing.
Gearwe
I've heard good things about it, but it's harder to find in the US.
UnicorninBanff
Oh! I didn't even think of that. It's everywhere up here in Canada.
PhoenixMindFTW
All you need to know is Bushmill's Irish Honey, neat.
DickWarlock89
That's not really whiskey though
PhoenixMindFTW
How so?
DickWarlock89
It's a liqueur rather than a whiskey
PhoenixMindFTW
A liquer has added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Bushmill's Irish Honey has actual honey. No sugar or other sweeteners.
iMakeFakeLegs
the flavoring additive. You're better off getting a true whisk(e)y and adding natural honey to it
chonas
Scotch and Japanese are smoked and taste smoky. Bourbon and Irish taste like vanilla and charcoal. Rye is "spicy."
iMakeFakeLegs
Scotch's can be smokey, especially an Islay. But if you've ever had Dewars, smokey is the last thing that comes to mind
Yamasama
Sotch isnt by definition smoky. There are plenty of scotches that are more or less smokeless in flavor
silverbean
Bourbon is also significantly cheaper than scotch or Irish/Japanese whiskeys.
iMakeFakeLegs
Depends where you live. Domestic items will almost always be cheaper than an imported good
chonas
Low end bourbon is cheaper than low end scotch and Japanese whisky available Stateside. However Pappy competes w/ high end for both.
silverbean
30$ will buy you a great bottle of bourbon -Woodford, Knob Creek, Bulleit Bourbon, but that same money wont get you much worth of scotch.
silverbean
i find 'low-end' scotch much less enjoyable than low end bourbon. I'll take a bottle of Jim Beam any day of the week!
chonas
Jim Beam Black for sure, I think I'd rather have Jack over JB white. I agree cheap bourbon over cheap scotch.
chonas
Lots of "good" bourbons are pushing $80 now though. I'd say Knob, Woodford, Bulleit, and Maker's are entry level these days.
silverbean
Start w a 20-40$ bottle of bourbon. Knob Creek or Buffalo Trace. American, cheap, tasty, doesn't break the bank like some imported whiskey.
HeyLookaHokie
I'd beat an old lady with a stick to get some Knob Creek Rye.
miNAJEtrois
Wood ford reserve is bomb too
silverbean
I just tried Bulleit Bourbon last week. Seriously good drink, $35/bottle, if you like Woodford, I highly recommend trying Bulleit whiskeys.
iMakeFakeLegs
not a fan of bulleit. It's ok tasting, but its a MPG blend without its own distillery. Far too expensive for how much it costs them
silverbean
got a fav bourbon?