I was wondering what everyone's favorite whisky is(or other, as your pleasure may run). My favorite is 18 yr old Glenmorangie. It's smoooooth.
I'm also a huge fan of darker beers. Stouts, porters, etc...
Belly up folks...the bar is open!!
Sláinte
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Sláinte
Brad
Deus Juvat "God Assists"
A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects. Robert A. Heinlein
Oh, Glenmorangie is gooood....but even more I like Glenfiddich...and of course the older the better!
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"Now here's my secret", said the fox, "it is very simple. It is only with ones heart that one can see clearly. What is essential is invisible to the eye."
("The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint-Exupery)
"The soul would have no rainbow, if the eye had no tears." (Native American Proverb)
Glenfiddich 30yr is the best fighter fluid that's ever passed my lips. Here's what Glenn's got to say about it.
This prestigious single malt Scotch whisky is for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Seductively woody, with substantial oakiness and lush notes of sherry, this is an evening whisky, perfect for indulging yourself and treating friends.
Expect a companionable silence as the complex nose is inhaled and the woody essence, with sweet floral top notes, is savoured until the final fading moments of a honeyed finish.
If you want to see the rest of the line, here they are.
"I am a Canadian by birth, but I am a Highlander by blood and feel under an obligation to do all I can for the sake of the Highlanders and their literature.... I have never yet spoken a word of English to any of my children. They can speak as much English as they like to others, but when they talk to me they have to talk in Gaelic."
-Alexander Maclean Sinclair of Goshen (protector of Gaelic Culture)
While tracing my Scottish heritage I have also started the quest for my favorite single malt Scotch. My current favorite is The Glenlivet.
I have tried The Maccallan, Laphroaig, Talisker, Glenmorangie. I want to try Glenfiddich, Knockando, Lagavulin.
The word "whisky" itself comes from the Celtic 'uisgebaugh' (the Caledonian spelling) or 'uisgebeatha' (the Hibernian spelling), and means "water of life."
A cut-crystal tumbler, at the end of the day, pour about three fingers of the golden nectar, no ice, no water, relax and reflect.
One of life's great pleasures.
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Clan Mac Cullaich: - Brewed in Scotland - Bottled in Ulster - Uncorked in America
Why, thank you, Adam... And thank you for posting this list...still some wishes left for me as I haven't tried any older than 18 yr until now...I agree totally. Good taste, you have!
I also need to mention my sentimental fave of Jack Daniels. I was teethed on it and I've had this whisky thing ever since (although it's Gentleman Jack now).
Ahhh.... I like: Bacardi Raz Bacardi Orange Bacardi Black Smirnoff Smirnoff twisted (apple, cherry, cranberry, and orange) I like rum and coke I like bacardi and coke I like vodka and hawiian punch I like vodka and sprite (aka the slimer) I like anything with vodka I like Bailey's Irish creme I like Oatmeal cookies (baileys and aftershock) I like Bud Light I like Miller Light I like Mike's hard lemonade I like Mike's hard Lim-ade I like Jack Daniel's down home punch I LOVE MUDSLIDE's
Ya'll must think I'm an alcoholic! haha!
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There's a dear little plant that grows in our Isle Twas St . Patrick himself, sure, that set it; And the sun of his labour with pleasure did smile, And with dew from his eye often wet it. It grows through the bog, through the brake, through the Mireland, and they call it the dear little shamrock of Ireland.
Haven't tried that one. Did try a single malt from the Isle of Islay once...made me think of unleaded gas. There are undoubtedly those who love it, but I'll pass...