Hard Drinkers, Lets Drink Hard (Spirits, Liquors and Cocktails)
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Bulleit and all the other MGP made whiskeys gross me out. I really prefer something from an authentic operation. Doesn't have to be a 300 year old Kentucky distillery using on premise spring water but a factory distiller making stuff for a label chafes my sensibilities.
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Hands up who's surprised that Mac likes something a little more…..esoteric
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Yeh, I'm not necessarily disagreeing either, more a comment based on knowing that Mac is a man of very exacting tastes.
Bulleit is a fine drinking bourbon, but if you want something artisanal then it is outside of my knowledge or remit, I suggest asking @seawolf , I seem to recall that his knowledge in this field is extensive.
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I don't dislike Bulleit, if I'm being honest, its supply chain just puts me off from recommending it or ordering it if I see something more authentic. In terms of the recipes they use, they're legit, the product itself is solid.
I bet you could find Old Granddad (maybe even 114), since it's owned by Jim Beam and thus by Suntory. I really like high rye bourbons, and it may be a good gateway into ryes for you if you find the spicy character of rye in your mash appealing.
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I'm in need of a good bottle of bourbon… I'll go by whatever you recommend, jdl... And then I'll see whether I can find it... Bourbon sure isn't popular here...
My favorite bottles:
The best bang for your buck: Buffalo Trace
The best all around and reasonably priced high end bottle : Blanton's
The most interesting I've had lately: Angel's Envy
Honorable mention: Elmer T. Lee and Four Roses single barrelTell you what Eli, take a picture of your local selection, and I'll be happy to help you choose a bottle.
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Rare Breed is excellent and likely easy to find. I should note Old Grand Dad is very affordable for how good it is.
I think I've mentioned a distiller around the corner from me, when life settles down, if there's a safe, legal way to make an exchange (for beer) I would be open to that @Seul . I could of course send something from Kentucky instead or in addition to local craft spirits.
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I've seen buffalo trace in the UK and in Japan. Also, I've seen (and purchased) Blanton's in Japan so I know it's out there. You can't go wrong with either. Fwiw, Maker's Mark is pretty solid and widely available. I buy it because it's a basic, pretty good bourbon, and it's reasonably priced to keep on hand at all times. Great for mixing for sure. I wouldn't dare mix Blanton's in a cocktail. It's too good on its own.
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Agreed, Buffalo Trace is one of the great widely available value brands. That distillery in general is amazing, their antique collection is really stupendous if you can find yourself some.
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One of you boys from across the pond feel like sending me some Buckfast?? Its for a good buddy that is damn curious about it
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Tell me what it is and I'll see what I can do
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I'm sure that if you Google "Buckfast" and "social problems in Scotland", you'll soon understand! But I think you already knew that Mega
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According to Wikipedia, "Buckfast contains 15% alcohol … [and]—drop for drop—has more caffeine in it than Red Bull."
Damn, now I want to try it, too. It's like 4Loko's meaner, more dangerous older brother. I'm sure there would be instantaneous lawsuits if it were ever distributed in the US.
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Chris, just like 4loco but you have to drink it with a pinky in the air
