I'm turning twenty one in six days. I turn to you good folks for advice on what to defile myself with. Not that I haven't previously, just that access is, well, easier and I can actually set some money aside and get good shit every once in a while rather than to throw in a few bucks to get some cheap crap.
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It would help to know what you drink, but a few things:
7000 (vodka) because Utah makes the best booze, even if we aren't allowed to have any. Don't try to order it in a bar unless you find sticker shock exciting, but its doable from a liquor store.
I never actually remember drinking tequila, so I can't say much there.
Jameson is a damned good Scotch. I don't really get much out of expensive bourbon, Jack or Wild Turkey are all I bother to spend money on there.
Rum: Nothing is quite like Captain Morgan spiced. Mount Gay is good (and apparently really big on the east coast). Some people really like Bacardi, I don't see the appeal (and bacardi's flavored rums are awful).
Doesn't matter what it is just fucking
DRINK!!!
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I don't know if you like gin, but Bombay Sapphire is good. Beefeater, too. Gordon's is cheaper but not terrible if you're mixing. Stay the hell away from Seagram's--it's disgusting.
Can't beat a good mixed drink, especially when you've got shitty booze to dispose of.
here are some of my faves:
hairy navel (peach schnapps + OJ + vodka)
buttercrown (named for Crown Royale, but other whiskey works, with a bit of buttershots--butterscotch liqueur).
and good old gin & tonic
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 10:48:06 AM
Jameson is a damned good Scotch.
JAMESONS IS AN IRISH WHISKEY, SPAG. It should not be referred to as a scotch EVAR. Bloody americans.
and dont drink of that blended whisky shite that the scots make. the Irish can blend if they have to.
didya notice the irish and scots spelling?
There are far superior whiskeys than Jamieson. altho it is drinkable, and I wont kick you for putting a mixer in.
Jura 10 year old is nice. The Japanese brand Yamazaki's 10 year old is an experience, its SO fucking SMOOTH!. A 15 year old Macallan is a real treat, and if you can get some Glenfiddich Caroan Reserve, that is very nice also.
Avoid Laphroig 10 year old, its fucking horrific. Blackbush (10 year old single Bushmills) is another nice irish whiskey.
Zubrovka Polish bison grass vodka is nice, goes well with pressed apple juice (has to be cloudy yo)
Get to a speciality beer and ale shop get yourself a selection. this is always a nice way to find moar new nice booze.
Zubrovka Polish bison grass vodka is nice, goes well with pressed apple juice (has to be cloudy yo)
THIS
or Grasovka, which is kind of the same thing. Except I suppose Zubrowka is the original.
It's not my problem that the UK made it illegal to call it a scotch there.
It tastes like a goddamned scotch and not a bourbon, so its a scotch.
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 11:59:19 AM
It's not my problem that the UK made it illegal to call it a scotch there.
It tastes like a goddamned scotch and not a bourbon, so its a scotch.
:argh!: :crankey:
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Oh well, I cant help it you FAIL at geography.
whisky is the correct term , do not call it scotch if it is not scottish!
P3nt and Payne will be forced to pit your heid in.
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 11:59:19 AM
It's not my problem that the UK made it illegal to call it a scotch there.
It tastes like a goddamned scotch and not a bourbon, so its a scotch.
The only word "Scotch" should ever be paired with is "Egg". Or, possibly, "Rumour" as some of our news reporters like to do.
When applied to whisky... Well, I would be forced to break the bottle over the table and give you a Talisker Enema. If applied to
IRISH whiskey, I would be forced to do the same thing, but while singing "Danny Boy" at you.
Quote from: Payne on January 09, 2010, 12:23:37 PM
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 11:59:19 AM
It's not my problem that the UK made it illegal to call it a scotch there.
It tastes like a goddamned scotch and not a bourbon, so its a scotch.
The only word "Scotch" should ever be paired with is "Egg". Or, possibly, "Rumour" as some of our news reporters like to do.
When applied to whisky... Well, I would be forced to break the bottle over the table and give you a Talisker Enema. If applied to IRISH whiskey, I would be forced to do the same thing, but while singing "Danny Boy" at you.
"OOOH DANNY BOOOOOY! THE PIPES THE PIIPES ARE CAAALLING" (SMASH)
what about scotch tape?
and butterscotch?
Quote from: Triple Zero on January 09, 2010, 12:43:59 PM
what about scotch tape?
and butterscotch?
"Scotch tape" is a social fiction.
I
MAY see my way to allowing butterscotch to continue. For a price.
Theres a severe lack of beer in this thread.
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It's cheap(ish) tasty as fuck and available in bottles the size of your house
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very good belgian beer
Chimay
Gulden Draak
St Bernardus
La Chouffe
De Dolle Stille Nacht
Lagunitas (any of it)
Terrapin Wake-n-Bake Coffee Oatmeal Imperial Stout
Holy Mackerel
Vichtenaar
Duchess De Bourgogne
to name a few beers.
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 10:48:06 AM
Jameson is a damned good Scotch.
Rum: Nothing is quite like Captain Morgan spiced.
is this a sign of living in a state where you can't actually get GOOD booze, or are you just high on crack?
Quote from: maphdet on January 09, 2010, 02:44:26 PM
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this. any good liquor store should carry a few brands of cachaca.
oh, and since you're looking for celebratory booze rather than just the usual rotgut you really oughtta get yourself a decent bottle of scotch. Laphroaig 16 year is good (I also think their 10 year is decent, though others ITT disagree), but if you're willing to spend some loot go get yourself a bottle of Balvenie Portwood.
Quote from: maphdet on January 09, 2010, 02:44:26 PM
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Gross.
Laphroaig Quarter Casket
Glen Grant 21 year (because it was bottled the year you were born, and because it tastes nice)
Grey Goose
Innis and Gunn Oak-Aged Beer
Any of these would be a very good choice.
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 11:59:19 AM
It's not my problem that the UK made it illegal to call it a scotch there.
It tastes like a goddamned scotch and not a bourbon, so its a scotch.
Try real scotch, then Jamesons will taste plain by comparison. It's not a bad WHISKEY, but it's not Scotch.
Schnapps drinking method called Flämmli:
1. Drink a cup of coffee but don't stir it, so after drinking the coffee there remains sugar soaked with coffee
2. Add 1 jigger of Williams pear schnapps (or some other schnapps with 40-50%) to coffee cup
3. Inflame schnapps with a lighter and caramelize sugar using a spoon (1-2 min.)
4. Pour burning schnapps back into jigger
5. Quickly press your hand onto the jigger to put out the flame, so there will be a vacuum between your hand and the jigger. If you want to have a souvenir let the jigger become hot in order to burn a ring into your palm.
6. Rais glasses which cling to your hands, loose the vacuum, drink.
7. Back to step 1.
I like the mix of getting drunk (schnapps) and staying awake (coffee).
Kind regards,
Saint Bourgoise who could legally drink beer since he turned 16 8)
Quote from: Richter on January 09, 2010, 04:53:48 PM
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 11:59:19 AM
It's not my problem that the UK made it illegal to call it a scotch there.
It tastes like a goddamned scotch and not a bourbon, so its a scotch.
Try real scotch, then Jamesons will taste plain by comparison. It's not a bad WHISKEY, but it's not Scotch.
Jamesons is blended, isn't it? Sure as hell tastes it.
I stand by my assertion that blended whiskey is only useful as a mixer in coke. Cheap coke, at that.
Jameson's is a smooth blended Irish WHISKY. No e. Not Scotch! Gah!
I really think it's watery, but then again I've been spoiled on some GOOD scotch.
Quote from: Suu on January 09, 2010, 05:09:33 PM
Jameson's is a smooth blended Irish WHISKY. No e. Not Scotch! Gah!
Who're you going to trust with your spelling, the Irish or me?
Quote from: Richter on January 09, 2010, 05:10:47 PM
I really think it's watery, but then again I've been spoiled on some GOOD scotch.
Same. The only problem with starting out with good scotch is you quickly acquire high expectations when it comes to alcohol, which is not always a good thing.
It only has an e if it was distilled in North America. I took a class on scotch. I'm in teh know.
Quote from: Saint Bourgeoise on January 09, 2010, 04:55:01 PM
Schnapps drinking method called Flämmli:
1. Drink a cup of coffee but don't stir it, so after drinking the coffee there remains sugar soaked with coffee
2. Add 1 jigger of Williams pear schnapps (or some other schnapps with 40-50%) to coffee cup
3. Inflame schnapps with a lighter and caramelize sugar using a spoon (1-2 min.)
4. Pour burning schnapps back into jigger
5. Quickly press your hand onto the jigger to put out the flame, so there will be a vacuum between your hand and the jigger. If you want to have a souvenir let the jigger become hot in order to burn a ring into your palm.
6. Rais glasses which cling to your hands, loose the vacuum, drink.
7. Back to step 1.
I like the mix of getting drunk (schnapps) and staying awake (coffee).
Kind regards,
Saint Bourgoise who could legally drink beer since he turned 16 8)
wouldn't allowing it to flame for a minute or two burn off most of the alcohol content?
anyway, chief, since it's your 21st birthday you're supposed to go to the bar and let other people buy you horrible shots to commemorate the occasion.
for them, since you likely won't remember fuck-all.
however, in case your friends are negligent, be sure to require at least one of them to buy you the traditional 21st birthday cement-mixer shot.
also, prairie fires.
Quote from: Suu on January 09, 2010, 05:21:52 PM
It only has an e if it was distilled in North America. I took a class on scotch. I'm in teh know.
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Read closely, now.
In any case, I tend to put an 'e' in whiskey. Because I want to.
Singapore Slings are always a good bet, especially if others are buying.
I disagree with Pix, I'm a fan of the Laphroaig 10 year (and the cask strength is delicious). I also think you should avoid scotch fucking entirely on your 21st birthday. You have a long long time to familiarize yourself with this wonderful beverage but that night is not the one.
If you want pure celebratory win, do an Irish Car Bomb. Pour a glass of Guinness (pour it right) and a shot of half Bailey's and half Jameson. Drop the shot into the Guinness and drink that motherfucker like it's going out of style. If you do it right, it tastes like chocolate milk. If you do it wrong (too slow) it tastes like curdled milk.
Quote from: Emerald City Hustle
wouldn't allowing it to flame for a minute or two burn off most of the alcohol content?
Of course you shouldn't let it burn too long. But if someone does this the first time, the flame will probably go out a few times, so it will take 2 minutes. After some exercise it can be done in maybe 40 sec.
My experience tells me that the percentage of alcohol does not decrease drastically if it burns for one minute. And the result is very tasty.
But if you do it and think you lose too much alcohol, then use more alcohol.
fair enough. I'll have to give it a try.
Thanks for the suggestions. I've heard of a drink recently referred to as a "Dead Nazi" which is Peppermint Schnapps and Jaegermeister. Anyone heard of/tried it and have anything to say about it? It sounds tasty, but it could have potential to be gross, too.
Quote from: Suu on January 09, 2010, 05:21:52 PM
It only has an e if it was distilled in North America. I took a class on scotch. I'm in teh know.
The Irish started the E thing.
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It's delicious, will make you feel all nice inside, and as an extra bonus, negates your need for food.
Quote from: Requia ☣ on January 09, 2010, 08:52:41 PM
Quote from: Suu on January 09, 2010, 05:21:52 PM
It only has an e if it was distilled in North America. I took a class on scotch. I'm in teh know.
The Irish started the E thing.
yes so and Irish whiskey should be called whiskey and NOT SCOTCH.
Quote from: Chief Uwachiquen on January 09, 2010, 07:51:42 PM
Thanks for the suggestions. I've heard of a drink recently referred to as a "Dead Nazi" which is Peppermint Schnapps and Jaegermeister. Anyone heard of/tried it and have anything to say about it? It sounds tasty, but it could have potential to be gross, too.
it's called a Dirty Nazi (dead nazi, IIRC, is jaeger and cinnamon schnapps, or maybe that's a screaming nazi) and it is the only acceptable way to drink either of those otherwise vile liquors. It provides all the ass-kicking of jaegermeister but without the gnarly aftertaste.
If you're going to drink them (and I highly recommend you do, assuming you, like me, enjoy not always knowing where you are when you wake up and who that is next to you), be sure that the peppermint schnapps is Ice 101 or Rumpleminz, not some pussy-ass 60 proof shit, and also make sure the ratio is right. Properly poured, the shot should be 2/3 jaeger and 1/3 peppermint but it's important that the jaeger is poured first and the schnapps floated on top (pour slowly or over the back of a spoon to avoid mixding the liquors as much as possible) in order to provide the correct non-jaeger aftertaste.
if you don't mind the price, patron silver shots. (or if you get someone else to buy for you since it's your bday)
Quote from: Chief Uwachiquen on January 09, 2010, 07:51:42 PM
Thanks for the suggestions. I've heard of a drink recently referred to as a "Dead Nazi" which is Peppermint Schnapps and Jaegermeister. Anyone heard of/tried it and have anything to say about it? It sounds tasty, but it could have potential to be gross, too.
Jägermeifter is a horrible thing often mistaken for true herb bitters. Weduwe Joustra or GTFO.
Anyway, consider Mojitos, they're pretty damn tasty.
I second the mojitos.
I am not a huge fan of mixed drinks, but those are damn good.
Quote from: Emerald City Hustle on January 09, 2010, 05:36:38 PM
however, in case your friends are negligent, be sure to require at least one of them to buy you the traditional 21st birthday cement-mixer shot.
:lulz:
Also- guiness is shit.
Quote from: Turdley Burgleson on January 10, 2010, 04:31:17 AM
Quote from: Emerald City Hustle on January 09, 2010, 05:36:38 PM
however, in case your friends are negligent, be sure to require at least one of them to buy you the traditional 21st birthday cement-mixer shot.
:lulz:
Also- guiness is shit.
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I'm sorry. I just don't like it.
I'm spoiled.
The Delirium you mentioned earlier is a much better choice. I like the noël over the nocturnum, but the tremens is good as well
Quote from: Turdley Burgleson on January 10, 2010, 04:31:17 AM
Quote from: Emerald City Hustle on January 09, 2010, 05:36:38 PM
however, in case your friends are negligent, be sure to require at least one of them to buy you the traditional 21st birthday cement-mixer shot.
:lulz:
Also- guiness is shit.
Awww remember the very first Daruko argument?
Quote from: Turdley Burgleson on January 10, 2010, 04:52:17 AM
I'm sorry. I just don't like it.
I'm spoiled.
The Delirium you mentioned earlier is a much better choice. I like the noël over the nocturnum, but the tremens is good as well
What's a good, thick, heavy dark beer you'd recommend?
I might be able to get it seeing as a lot more stuff like that is available up here now.
EDIT: Actually a couple different one would be nice as I looked up Delirium and don't remember seeing a bottle like that anywhere.
Quote from: Alty on January 10, 2010, 05:27:24 AM
Quote from: Turdley Burgleson on January 10, 2010, 04:52:17 AM
I'm sorry. I just don't like it.
I'm spoiled.
The Delirium you mentioned earlier is a much better choice. I like the noël over the nocturnum, but the tremens is good as well
What's a good, thick, heavy dark beer you'd recommend?
I might be able to get it seeing as a lot more stuff like that is available up here now.
EDIT: Actually a couple different one would be nice as I looked up Delirium and don't remember seeing a bottle like that anywhere.
the 1st reply (new belgium brewery's 1554) is an excellent dark beer.
Quote from: Ascoe on January 10, 2010, 06:09:14 AM
Quote from: Alty on January 10, 2010, 05:27:24 AM
Quote from: Turdley Burgleson on January 10, 2010, 04:52:17 AM
I'm sorry. I just don't like it.
I'm spoiled.
The Delirium you mentioned earlier is a much better choice. I like the noël over the nocturnum, but the tremens is good as well
What's a good, thick, heavy dark beer you'd recommend?
I might be able to get it seeing as a lot more stuff like that is available up here now.
EDIT: Actually a couple different one would be nice as I looked up Delirium and don't remember seeing a bottle like that anywhere.
the 1st reply (new belgium brewery's 1554) is an excellent dark beer.
That looks tasty, I will look for it.
Alty, if you can find Harviestoun Brewery's Old Engine Oil, it's well worth a try even though it's probably quite expensive to buy retail.
I'm almost positive it can't be found outside nor cal, but Devils Canyon is really really tasty beer. Its not hoppy, medium thickness, honey flavored but not too sweet, maybe a bit wheaty tasting. Very memorable.
Sorry, it was that Ascoe fella I think that mentioned Delirium.
Also ECH is correct. Old engine oil is excellent.
Also the terrapin wake n bake.
brooklyn chocolate stout is good.
old rasputin (they made a limited one called XII that was aged in bourbon barrels for about 9 months that is indescribably good),
brown suggah by lagunitas, hairy eyeball also by lagunitas,
oskar blues brewery makes one called ten fidy- very yum
to name a few
very good dark beer: Rochefort 13
Drink purified spring water, and get yourself to bed by 10:00 pm.
Trust me, now that you can buy booze anywhere, it will be the only good night's sleep you'll have for the next 10 years.
Quote from: LMNO on January 11, 2010, 01:46:40 PM
Drink purified spring water, and get yourself to bed by 10:00 pm.
Trust me, now that you can buy booze anywhere, it will be the only good night's sleep you'll have for the next 10 years.
:lulz:
I quit drinking altogether at 22 for 2 years, I was able to get served booze and get into clubs at 16 tho.
these days sometimes i drink a little, sometimes i drink enough to get a little past buzzed.
also get some b vitamins for before you go to bed if your gonna get sloshed. Marmite on Toast was always my hangover prevention/cure.