2015 Summer Bourbon/Scotch/whiskey thread

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Originally Posted by ZoomZoom

Have to agree since DT got rid of Cliff.

Plenty of reasons to raise a glass to our programs. Fund raiser being hired, our players staying off the felony blotters, and stability on the coaching front. And another great year!

We aren't sweating losing players to self inflicted decisions. We aren't like the brokebacks, who this summer are so broke nobody is cutting their fields. Other supposed rival's boards are ghost towns. Ours seems to be running on anticipation of the seasons to come.

Drink up my brothers!

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The brokebacks have plans in the works for a new 5000 seat basketball arena with a volleyball and basketball practice court attached. It will be built north of the current football stadium, where some apartments currently stand. Facility will have a similar feel to what many here desire for a Cajun basketball facility. So perhaps they aren't as broke as we think they are.

Ok to get back on topic. I am normally a straight bourbon drinker, meaning I like my bourbon on the rocks or straight up. Does any one drink Manhattans or Whiskey Sours? I had a Manhattan last night and I will say it was not bad. Next is try the Whiskey Sours mix that I purchased.

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Originally Posted by MelRock

Ok to get back on topic. I am normally a straight bourbon drinker, meaning I like my bourbon on the rocks or straight up. Does any one drink Manhattans or Whiskey Sours? I had a Manhattan last night and I will say it was not bad. Next is try the Whiskey Sours mix that I purchased.

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I like Manhattans. I'm a purist though, so I gotta do it with rye. IMO, if it's done with anything else, it isn't a Manhattan.

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Originally Posted by CajunFan3406

I like Manhattans. I'm a purist though, so I gotta do it with rye. IMO, if it's done with anything else, it isn't a Manhattan.

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Thanks I didn't know about the rye. I did have mine last night with rye. I can see why you want to mix rye with some thing else. I am not a big fan of rye, but then again I have not had rye whiskey in about 25 years. It is time to broaden my horizons, thanks for the info.

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Originally Posted by MelRock

Thanks I didn't know about the rye. I did have mine last night with rye. I can see why you want to mix rye with some thing else. I am not a big fan of rye, but then again I have not had rye whiskey in about 25 years. It is time to broaden my horizons, thanks for the info.

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That's because you probably never had good rye. Purple label don't count.

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Originally Posted by waterboy

That's because you probably never had good rye. Purple label don't count.

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I hate rye bread, not sure anyone can eat that crap.

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Originally Posted by MelRock

I hate rye bread, not sure anyone can eat that crap.

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I like a rye sense of humor.

You have to have one when someone gives you a slice of rye bread. :)

Oh wait that's wry ;)

I don't drink.:D

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Originally Posted by DaddyCajun

I don't drink.:D

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Are you on a watermelon diet? ;)

"The Institute of Medicine determined that an adequate intake (AI) for men is roughly about 13 cups (3 liters) of total beverages a day. The AI for women is about 9 cups (2.2 liters) of total beverages a day."

Back to the more important things of summer. I just picked up a bottle of Eagle Rare 10 year old and a bottle of W.L. Weller 12 year old. Looking forward to spending the weekend with my little ones.

Drinking some PowerAde right now! Cramping!

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Originally Posted by Turbine

Are you on a watermelon diet? ;)

"The Institute of Medicine determined that an adequate intake (AI) for men is roughly about 13 cups (3 liters) of total beverages a day. The AI for women is about 9 cups (2.2 liters) of total beverages a day."

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Don't drink alcohol, turkey! Research master!

Bumped because bourbon > beer

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I picked up some Sam Houston Whiskey yesterday at lunch and busted it open last night. Very smooth for the price and being from Texas :)

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Originally Posted by charliek

Bumped because bourbon > beer

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Too many great things being done by both camps to limit oneself to one or the other.

Has anybody tried Rebecca Creek Texas whiskey?

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Originally Posted by HelmutVII

Has anybody tried Rebecca Creek Texas whiskey?

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I haven't had that one but I have tried the Garrison Brothers Texas whiskey. Pretty good.

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Originally Posted by HelmutVII

Has anybody tried Rebecca Creek Texas whiskey?

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I have not, but I have heard some good things about it. I did have Texas 1835 Whiskey this weekend. Not the best, but I was able to drink it for a couple of hours.

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Originally Posted by MelRock

I have not, but I have heard some good things about it. I did have Texas 1835 Whiskey this weekend. Not the best, but I was able to drink it for a couple of hours.

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This is the funniest thing I have read today!

Ok picked up a bottle of Bulleit Rye for Manhattans. I must say that I have mis-judged Rye whiskeys over the years. I did not know that Basil Hayden's had rye in their mix. I am starting to broaden my horizons when it comes to bourbons.

Also Albertons has the Bulliet Rye and Bulliet Bourbon for $9 off, Basil Hayden's was $5 off. Lots of specials going on at Albertons and the store on Ambassador Caffery has a very nice selections of high/mid bourbons.

I prefer rye in my old fashioned's.....I just finished off a bottle of Sazerac Rye last night.

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Originally Posted by charliek

I prefer rye in my old fashioned's.....I just finished off a bottle of Sazerac Rye last night.

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That is on my list to get next. How is it on the rocks?

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Originally Posted by MelRock

That is on my list to get next. How is it on the rocks?

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I've been obsessed with making old fashioneds every which way I can think of the last few weeks, and have mixed in some Sazerac Cocktails to mix it up....so the whole bottle was used in cocktails. I honestly don't know how it is on the rocks. I guess I need to get another bottle to find out!

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Originally Posted by MelRock

Ok picked up a bottle of Bulleit Rye for Manhattans. I must say that I have mis-judged Rye whiskeys over the years. I did not know that Basil Hayden's had rye in their mix. I am starting to broaden my horizons when it comes to bourbons.

Also Albertons has the Bulliet Rye and Bulliet Bourbon for $9 off, Basil Hayden's was $5 off. Lots of specials going on at Albertons and the store on Ambassador Caffery has a very nice selections of high/mid bourbons.

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Good to know about the specials at Albertson's. Bulliet may be my whiskey of choice for the 4th of July weekend. And glad you took my suggestion on putting rye in the Manhattan.

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Originally Posted by charliek

I've been obsessed with making old fashioneds every which way I can think of the last few weeks, and have mixed in some Sazerac Cocktails to mix it up....so the whole bottle was used in cocktails. I honestly don't know how it is on the rocks. I guess I need to get another bottle to find out!

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Thanks for the info. Also if you find a recipe that you like and wouldn't mind sharing it, I would appreciate it very much. I am just starting to mix drinks with bourbon and as I said earlier trying to expand my horizons.

Thanks again!