Author Topic: Time for a drink. Who's in? (Read 256011 times)

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1155 on:** February 19, 2016, 12:48:33 PM »

At the moment, just some water, but tonight, if I can stop coughing from this stupid chest cold, I might pour myself a dram of The Macallan 15-Year Fine Oak.

millahh · « **Reply #1156 on:** February 19, 2016, 03:59:33 PM »

In, Bulliet bourbon on the rocks.

Forgot to mention last night's three martinis...

Also, welcome to Club Cirrhosis, Andrew!

Podaar · « **Reply #1157 on:** February 19, 2016, 04:03:32 PM »

Must remember to turn off avatars.

One more hour of drudgery and then I'm joining y'all. I think I'll go with Buffalo Trace on the rocks.

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1158 on:** February 19, 2016, 05:10:35 PM »

Thanks, Matt. I'm a long-term member, never poster. Hah.

Sir GuitarCozmo · « **Reply #1159 on:** February 19, 2016, 05:13:00 PM »

Good to see you back, Andrew.

Troeg's Perpetual IPA. Some Maker's Mark is coming up soon.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1160 on:** February 19, 2016, 05:16:48 PM »

Guys. Bringing Chinese food for my weekend night shift at 8pm then craft beer and will be calling me.

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1161 on:** February 19, 2016, 06:05:20 PM »

Thanks, Coz. I missed this place.

Kids in bed, Fine Oak poured.
Speaking of nothing in particular, I need to restock my Glenmorangie 10 and my Fine Oak. Dangerously low for my preference.

Anyone had Jameson's Caskmates? A neighbor poured some and it almost didn't taste like whisky...it wasn't strong at all, but still tasty.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1162 on:** February 19, 2016, 06:07:09 PM »

I've been having it on the Rocks and mixed with Longtrail Double Bag. It's fantastic.

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1163 on:** February 19, 2016, 06:11:26 PM »

Yeah agree, it's delicious, though I don't know if I'd choose the flavor when I'm really wanting pure whisky. But it's almost candy-like. Rally good. I've had it on the rocks.

axeman90210 · « **Reply #1164 on:** February 19, 2016, 07:12:40 PM »

In, and aggravated. Went to a bar after work for some Kentucky Breakfast Stout. Decided to stay for a second glass and take an Uber home instead of the train. It's normally a $20 ride that takes half an hour, and even with the surge charge that was active it should have been maybe $40. Turns out the driver got lost (or was trying to fuck me over) and the trip took an hour and I was charged $80.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1165 on:** February 19, 2016, 07:16:40 PM »

And the KBS isn't cheap either.

axeman90210 · « **Reply #1166 on:** February 19, 2016, 07:18:10 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on February 19, 2016, 07:16:40 PM

And the KBS isn't cheap either.

Nope. Wasn't too bad for this area, $6 for 6oz.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1167 on:** February 19, 2016, 07:18:56 PM »

Wow, that is a good price.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1168 on:** February 19, 2016, 08:01:16 PM »

In.

Sixpoint C.R.E.A.M.

A cream ale brewed with coffee.

millahh · « **Reply #1169 on:** February 19, 2016, 08:06:54 PM »

Quote from: Hyperplex on February 19, 2016, 06:05:20 PM

Thanks, Coz. I missed this place.

Kids in bed, Fine Oak poured.
Speaking of nothing in particular, I need to restock my Glenmorangie 10 and my Fine Oak. Dangerously low for my preference.

Anyone had Jameson's Caskmates? A neighbor poured some and it almost didn't taste like whisky...it wasn't strong at all, but still tasty.

I got the Glenmorangie 10 (port finish) recently, and have been quite enjoying it. As for the Macallen, I've got a 10, and I'm not completely sure I see the appeal...a bit astringent without a ton of personality. How's the 15 compare? Also, much to Podaar's dismay, I'm also enjoying a Laphroaig 10...the smell of which will clear the wife from the room.

In, half a bottle of chianti and two martinis. It's been a rough week...

axeman90210 · « **Reply #1170 on:** February 19, 2016, 09:58:52 PM »

Finishing up a bottle of Trillium's double Dry Hopped Scaled IPA, which is quite tasty. Calling it a night after this, as I'll be up and it it early tomorrow.

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1171 on:** February 20, 2016, 12:27:49 AM »

I'll admit I've never had the Macallan 10...I love the 12-year, it's an awesome standby, with a little more complexity than, say, Glenlivet 12. The 15 Fine Oak, however, is on another level. Equal parts smooth and complex, rich and subtley deep. To each his own but it's currently my absolute favorite.

I'm not a fan of smoky Islay malts, so Laphroaig isn't a favorite, though I will not discount its merits. If you like that, try Talisker 10. I describe it using one word: volcanic. It tastes like it was filtered through obsidian.

Prog Snob · « **Reply #1172 on:** February 20, 2016, 12:36:18 AM »

I'm not drinking tonight, but I am feeling good from something else.

WDADU · « **Reply #1173 on:** February 20, 2016, 01:08:20 AM »

Celebrating not having to work tomorrow with a few Heinekens.

Prog Snob · « **Reply #1174 on:** February 20, 2016, 01:12:09 AM »

Heinekens are always a good choice.

millahh · « **Reply #1175 on:** February 20, 2016, 07:45:53 AM »

Quote from: Hyperplex on February 20, 2016, 12:27:49 AM

I'll admit I've never had the Macallan 10...I love the 12-year, it's an awesome standby, with a little more complexity than, say, Glenlivet 12. The 15 Fine Oak, however, is on another level. Equal parts smooth and complex, rich and subtley deep. To each his own but it's currently my absolute favorite.

I'm not a fan of smoky Islay malts, so Laphroaig isn't a favorite, though I will not discount its merits. If you like that, try Talisker 10. I describe it using one word: volcanic. It tastes like it was filtered through obsidian.

Hmmm...I'm intrigued by both.

So, let's talk Rye. Bulliet is our house pour for rye....but it's also the only one I've had, I just happened to really like it straightaway. However, now that I've tried Bulliet's bourbon, it has some of that same rough/spicy character, which is leading me to wonder if the character of their rye is more about the rye itself, or is more a function of it being Bulliet. Anyone have any comments, or suggestions for where I could branch out?

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1176 on:** February 20, 2016, 07:56:23 AM »

Rye is one of the whiskies with which I'm not very experienced. As far as bourbons, I'm afraid I'm as much a snob with them as I am with Scotch. I prefer small batch; Woodford Reserve, Knob Creek, Basil Hayden's, Booker's, etc. I've always wanted to try a little more rye, but every time I'm presented with an opportunity I tend to choose one of the others I love. Heh.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1177 on:** February 20, 2016, 08:01:40 AM »

Rye in beers give that same spices notes. It's a unique taste that some don't like but I love. Not all rye are the same so do your homework.

axeman90210 · « **Reply #1178 on:** February 20, 2016, 10:35:11 AM »

I'm knee deep in it guys. At a bar having a Hill Farmstead event for NYC beer week. There was a two hour bottle share at the bar before they opened. I've had at least a dozen HF beers, plus a couple randoms from other breweries. I also have fried chicken and sausage gravy and biscuits. Today is a good day.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1179 on:** February 20, 2016, 10:40:20 AM »

I hate you. Lol

Next Saturday it's Parker Pie and a trip to HF.

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1180 on:** February 20, 2016, 11:53:19 AM »

My shirt today is appropriate...

cramx3 · « **Reply #1181 on:** February 20, 2016, 03:44:54 PM »

Quote from: Prog Snob on February 20, 2016, 01:12:09 AM

Heinekens are always a good choice.

Agreed, my favorite beer actually. Love it especially when in Amsterdam.

Nice shirt Hyperplex

And I'm in. Red bull and vodka, getting ready for the Nightwish/Delain concert tonight.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1182 on:** February 20, 2016, 04:05:40 PM »

In.

Tributary/Stoneface Collaboration a Rye porter. And then Garrison City, Illusion. An Ipa to die for.

Nihil-Morari · « **Reply #1183 on:** February 20, 2016, 04:19:35 PM »

Quote from: millahh on February 19, 2016, 08:06:54 PM

Quote from: Hyperplex on February 19, 2016, 06:05:20 PM
Thanks, Coz. I missed this place.

Kids in bed, Fine Oak poured.
Speaking of nothing in particular, I need to restock my Glenmorangie 10 and my Fine Oak. Dangerously low for my preference.

Anyone had Jameson's Caskmates? A neighbor poured some and it almost didn't taste like whisky...it wasn't strong at all, but still tasty.

I got the Glenmorangie 10 (port finish) recently, and have been quite enjoying it. As for the Macallen, I've got a 10, and I'm not completely sure I see the appeal...a bit astringent without a ton of personality. How's the 15 compare? Also, much to Podaar's dismay, I'm also enjoying a Laphroaig 10...the smell of which will clear the wife from the room.

In, half a bottle of chianti and two martinis. It's been a rough week...

I love Macallen, but I never really buy a bottle. I'd love to try the older ones too, I've had a 12 in the past.

Anyway, I'm having an Aultmore 12 right now. A really tasty whiskey if you like non-smokey flavors. It's almost fruity even.

Hyperplex · « **Reply #1184 on:** February 20, 2016, 04:31:23 PM »

I'll write Aultmore down to try. Sounds tasty.
Having some Oban 14 now. About as smoky as I like, thick and rich.

Might pour a little Glenfiddich 15 or 18 later. My wife got me a variety sampler for Christmas that I haven't broken open yet. 'Fiddich is another one of my favorites.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1185 on:** February 20, 2016, 06:06:43 PM »

Unskinny Hop. My brother's new IPA be we don't galaxy hops and made with a yeast called brettois.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1186 on:** February 20, 2016, 08:27:45 PM »

A.M. Dusk. My brother's coffee stout made with Ethiopian mocha sidama coffee beans.

Prog Snob · « **Reply #1187 on:** February 20, 2016, 08:33:55 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on February 20, 2016, 06:06:43 PM

Unskinny Hop. My brother's new IPA be we don't galaxy hops and made with a yeast called brettois.

Unskinny Hop? Is that made with cheese?

King Postwhore · « **Reply #1188 on:** February 20, 2016, 09:01:19 PM »

It's yeast is a different strand like a "bret" get it? Lol

Prog Snob · « **Reply #1189 on:** February 20, 2016, 09:08:42 PM »

I got it.

Does it taste like Bret?

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Author Topic: Time for a drink. Who's in? (Read 256011 times)