Whiskey

[billybantam]

I like the odd glass now and again and tend to prefer the Irish stuff, e.g. Jameson etc, but dont really know my way around the spirits section of the supermarket aisle!!;)

Has anyone get any recomendations for a good tipple that i could try, that other C&B users enjoy...??

Any ideas greatly received...

Many thanks

BB

[Portadown Loyal]

I dont really know much about whiskey but I have a few mates who live in Bushmills, A lovely wee place if you ever should visit the distillery

[Kop Kred]

I find I like the peaty malts but the few whisky drinkers I know prefer something a little subtler.. it's all down to personal taste so the best thing is to experiment... if you can afford to;)

[SoggyMoggy]

Glenmorangie has always gone down well with me, it's more subtle than many of the others.

[sweetcakes]

in the Jar

[Lofty]

Bushmills all the way....:jd:

*Even though this dude above is pointing to Jack D....

[matnab]

If its Whiskey you're after - I'd recommend Tamdhu or Talisker. Though for a cheaper and softer option Glenmorangie is a good shout.

However if you're after a change, then I'd recommend a Black Russian. Vodka, Khalua (Tia Maria) and lots of coke, or a nice Moscow Mule - 2 shots of Vodka, half a lime and ginger beer (half pint)

Or if its summer - Sex on the Beach (unless you're in Dubai) 1 part Vodka & Peach schnapps and 2 part fresh Orange juice and Cranberry juice - lots of Ice and made by the jug full. Fantastic!!!!

[citygentwyke]

tup:Any whiskey over 15 years old,single malt on ice you can go wrong.

[Zonnebloem]

tup:Any whiskey over 15 years old,single malt on ice you can go wrong.

I don't agree with putting a decent malt whisky on ice.

I worked in Scotland for a while, including in distilleries for meetings. I have a definite preference for Island malt whiskies over the Highlands or Lowlands. One of the most disappointing whiskies (to my taste) is 1 of the most successful commercial whiskies, Glenfiddich. No character for me.

Somebody mentioned Tallisker above. It's lovely but a bit fiery. A bit of a tough start.

In my considered opinion, the island of Islay is IT. The island is made of peat and all its 6 whiskies smell, taste and exude the smell of peat, the seaside, seaweed, iodine and are yumm. The most upfront of all is Laphraoig, which really needs a bit of an introduction before starting with it.

Much subtler is Bowmore, where the peaty smoke is only introduced into the kilns gently. Moving on up, Bunnahabhain (pronounced Bhoona Havan) is smooth and peaty. Ardbeg is a step up and harder to find because the distillery has opened and shut a few times in recent history but well worth buying if you see its black and gold label.

But the King must be Lagavullin 16 year-old. Just put it in the glass and sniff. The sea, seaweed, peat, salty air and iodine are all there and there's nothing better for a cold or cough, unless it's the even stronger Laphraoig. But please don't ruin it with ice or water.

[Zonnebloem]

By the way. Whisky is the Scottish (Scotch) and whiskEy is Irish or American.

Sorry but in my experience, the Irish and American versions have their merits but nothing compares with Scotch Island whisky.

[Richie100]

They say to put your whisky over ice helps to enhance the flavour although I prefer it straight. I'm drinking Glenlivet at the moment, nice and smooth and I'm enjoying it! Don't go near Laphoig, very clinical and medical taste, similar to what i would imagine germoline to taste like. I agree with zonnebloem in that Bunnahabhain is fantastic but if I remember rightly will cost you about 30-35 quid. Oooh almost forgot Glennikie is also very nice.

[yankeebantam]

how anyone can touch the stuff is beyond me.the smellmakes me gip.

[Garlic Breath]

A well thought out ,considered and concise opinion there Brain:rolleyes:..your not wrong though my pissed up friend.tup:

[yankeebantam]

god knows how it smells after sitting for 15 years:eek:

[Richie100]

If you get a good single malt it tastes gorgeous, it's hard to explain to heathens!!!!

[father ted]

BB, I think that you might find the island malts a bit of a leap if you're used to Jamesons.

I think you'll find a good Speyside malt hard to beat. Most supermarkets will stock Glen Moray at about £18 per bottle.

If you really want to push the boat out, then try a find a bottle of Edradour which will cost you about £35. Well worth the extra money but not easy to find!

[eurobantam]

Unlike Zonn I prefer the Speyside malts. Got a couple of exceptional bottles of Glenfarclas, which is my favourite, for Christmas. The 15 year old is wonderfully smooth, with a nice kick, but the ten year old 105 Cask Strength is truly marvelous. How it can be so smooth yet still weigh in 60% abv is beyond me. Also had bottle of 17 year old Ballantines last year which was very nice. I always drink it neat, but sometimes witha glass of water on the side.
I cant drink blended any more, but sometimes will have an irish like Paddy or Jameson.

[Parrot]

Does anyone seriously like Jack Daniels?

I think its shite and doesn't taste like Whiskey but the Yanks are mad for it??? tdwn:

[father ted]

Does anyone seriously like Jack Daniels?

I think its shite and doesn't taste like Whiskey but the Yanks are mad for it??? tdwn:

Post of the week that, Parrot.tup:

[Parrot]

Post of the week that, Parrot.tup:

I just dont get it?:confused:

Im sure some on here love the stuff but i'd rather give it a miss! tdwn:

[BaselBantam]

I don't agree with putting a decent malt whisky on ice.

One of the most disappointing whiskies (to my taste) is 1 of the most successful commercial whiskies, Glenfiddich. No character for me.

Somebody mentioned Tallisker above. It's lovely but a bit fiery. A bit of a tough start.

In my considered opinion, the island of Islay is IT. The island is made of peat and all its 6 whiskies smell, taste and exude the smell of peat, the seaside, seaweed, iodine and are yumm. The most upfront of all is Laphraoig, which really needs a bit of an introduction before starting with it.

Much subtler is Bowmore, where the peaty smoke is only introduced into the kilns gently. Moving on up, Bunnahabhain (pronounced Bhoona Havan) is smooth and peaty. Ardbeg is a step up and harder to find because the distillery has opened and shut a few times in recent history but well worth buying if you see its black and gold label.

But the King must be Lagavullin 16 year-old. Just put it in the glass and sniff. The sea, seaweed, peat, salty air and iodine are all there and there's nothing better for a cold or cough, unless it's the even stronger Laphraoig. But please don't ruin it with ice or water.Not often I agree 100% with a post, but you are spot on everything in this Z.

Ex GF bought me a Lagavulin Double Matured Distillers Edition for my birthday last year. That's lovely too. It has a real grapey taste so that the initial taste is almost like port for a moment before the usual Lagavulin flavours kick in.

When I'm in the pub I tend to drink Jamesons. IMO its the best of the cheap whiskies.