Whiskey, Cocktails & Mixed Drinks

[Jeff of Earth-J]

I am going to start this discussion, then take the rest of the week off.

I am going to start by talking about Martinis, but you can talk about any drink you want.

[Travis Herrick (Modular Mod)]

Jeff of Earth-J said:

BLUE MOUNTAIN: Right now I am drinking a Blue Mountain cocktail, inspired Ghidora the Three-Headed Monster (which, now that I think of it, would make a better name for the drink, made from vodka, rum and kalua, plus orange juice). Mine is not particularly blue (I guessed at the measures but came pretty close), but I'm sure I could make it bluer by choosing a different kind of kalua. 

I would have thoughtt it would have blue curaçao in it.

As a "thank you" a friend brought me back a bottle of Tequila from Mexico. Its a reposado, which is usually brown in color because it is aged longer. This is clear though, like a silver. Its a cristalino reposado, I did a little research. This version is filtered through activated charcoal, which removes the color and enhances they fruit and floral notes. I haven't cracked it open yet, this is a sipping spirit.

[Jeff of Earth-J]

It has been three years since I stopped drinking. The only exception I have made in that time is when we go out to dinnier. Other than that I have been riding the water wagon ever since. then, last night, somebody gave me a bottle of 19 Oaks Whiskey from the Front Porch Distillery in Nacogdoches, Texas. Mmm, boy! That is one tasty blend! There was a time, after I returned from Scotland (traveling with a man who was an expert on Scotch), when I thought I might strive to become an expert on Texas whiskeys. But that's a lifetime goal and was was getting far too late of a start. I wish I would have thought of that when I first moved to Texas 25 years ago.

[Jeff of Earth-J]

Tracy gave me my Christmas present today. (For the record, I could have waited, but she couldn't.)

• Hand-carved, initial whiskey glasses for men: Each Charred Wooden Bourbon is hand-polished and carved from natural solid wood. The unique wood grain and subtle hand-marks make it a one-of-a-kind work of art.
• Upgraded Old-Fashioned Glass: Enhances and Preserves Flavor: This 10-ounce Whiskey Tumbler is naturally unbreakable and meticulously crafted with heritage quality, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The gentle wood properties help soften the spirit, resulting in a rounder, smoother taste.
• Premium wood, mellowing the spirit: Hand-fired Bourbon Gifts for Men made from premium jujube wood, emulating traditional oak barrel aging, are designed to complement malt whiskeys, craft beers, bourbon, Scotch, cognac, and a variety of wines, allowing you or your loved ones to relive the days of whiskey being aged and fired in traditional oak barrels.
• Universal personalized wooden whiskey cup with comfortable feel: The ergonomic cup body design and the natural heat-insulating properties of wood allow you to hold ice-cold beer without getting your hands cold, and hot drinks without getting your hands hot, providing an all-day comfortable experience.
• Easy to Clean: Wooden whiskey drinking glasses are not dishwasher safe. Hand wash only. To protect your glasses, wash them by hand after use, then dry them with a towel and invert them.
• A Thoughtful Gift: Whether it's a birthday gifts for men, anniversary, Father's Day, anniversary or retirement, gifts for dad 60th birthday gifts for men this is an ideal and memorable gift that symbolizes long-lasting companionship and good taste.

In other whiskey-related news, the Front Porch Distillery (see above) is going out of business. The same friend who gave me a bottle of 19 Oaks Whiskey has bought two cases, so I'll likely get a bottle or two from him to test our my new glass.

[Captain Comics]

I'm impressed with the drinks knowlege on this thread! I've never been a big hard liquor guy so I don't know much. And I'm allergic to gin, so there's that. I will just continue to read and learn. 

[Jeff of Earth-J]

I sometimes feel I wasted too much of my life drinking beer. I wish now I had spent more time drinking Scotch. It's too late now; my health digestion doesn't really allow it. I've got a nifty glass, but I probably won't get much use out of it. :(

[Captain Comics]

I was a scotch drinker in my younger days, up until my 50s, with my favorite being Oban. But my tastes seemed to have changed, and I don't much care for it any more. I have no explanation. Maybe they'll change back someday.

[Jeff of Earth-J]

"I'd rather have a full bottle in front of me than a pre-frontal lobotomy." -- Jon Sable

[Captain Comics]

That one goes back a bit further than Jon Sable. I first heard it in the '60s.

[Jeff of Earth-J]

Words to live by whoever said it.

I stand corrected.

[Travis Herrick (Modular Mod)]

Oh wow. I love that whiskey "glass", Jeff. Super cool.

Cap, one of the reasons I started drinking hard liqour is that it is more economical for me. I can drink beer all day, almost literally. Give me a couple of straight bourbons (on the rocks or neat) that I can sip on, and I am good. 

My personal favorite bourbon of the past few years is Paddleford Creek from Minnesota of all places. I like the hint of sweetness that it brings. 

This Friday I am hosting my 3rd Black Friday party. Last year I made a couple of "black" drinks. a pitcher of Black Russians and another of Black Sangria. The problem is most people end up bringing their own drinks. Beer, wine, etc. I have 2 friends who came who don't drink. So, most of it went to waste. This year I'm going to reel it back and maybe just make one drink, and do them to order.