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BStayer:I can't help it and I mean no disrespect to the Wing, but I have to clarify that Crown Royal and Jack Daniels are not bourbons at all. Crown Royal is a blended Canadian Whisky and Jack is a Tennesse Whisky, which are all styles of their own. This is important to note because Tennesse Whisky has it's own requirements and regulations to meet in order to be called "Tennesse Whisky". The same goes for bourbon, 51% of the grain bill has to be corn, has to be aged in brand new charred oak barrels along with other legal requirements just to bear the name "bourbon". On that note, I used to like Maker's Mark and it's not a bad option. I have just found that there are comparable bourbons that run significantly less while providing a more top shelf product at a competitive price to MM. Here are some bourbon's that I really enjoy (I have a running list of other great bourbons I'd like to try): Knob Creek Wild Turkey 101 Wild Turkey Rare Breed Wild Turkey Rye Four Roses Single Barrel Woodford Reserve If you're on a budget Evan Williams Black Label is comparable to some higher end bourbons. It's a very well done bourbon. And at less than $12 for a 750 ml, it's a steal. To each his own, but I'll add an ice cube to help "cut" the bourbon which allows for the flavors to become more easily accessible. For all things bourbon (and other whiskies), check out this site. It's a great resource to learn about as much as you want about bourbon
lilwing88: BStayer:I can't help it and I mean no disrespect to the Wing, but I have to clarify that Crown Royal and Jack Daniels are not bourbons at all. Crown Royal is a blended Canadian Whisky and Jack is a Tennesse Whisky, which are all styles of their own. This is important to note because Tennesse Whisky has it's own requirements and regulations to meet in order to be called "Tennesse Whisky". The same goes for bourbon, 51% of the grain bill has to be corn, has to be aged in brand new charred oak barrels along with other legal requirements just to bear the name "bourbon". On that note, I used to like Maker's Mark and it's not a bad option. I have just found that there are comparable bourbons that run significantly less while providing a more top shelf product at a competitive price to MM. Here are some bourbon's that I really enjoy (I have a running list of other great bourbons I'd like to try): Knob Creek Wild Turkey 101 Wild Turkey Rare Breed Wild Turkey Rye Four Roses Single Barrel Woodford Reserve If you're on a budget Evan Williams Black Label is comparable to some higher end bourbons. It's a very well done bourbon. And at less than $12 for a 750 ml, it's a steal. To each his own, but I'll add an ice cube to help "cut" the bourbon which allows for the flavors to become more easily accessible. For all things bourbon (and other whiskies), check out this site. It's a great resource to learn about as much as you want about bourbon No disrespect taken. My bad. Us yanks tend to lump whiskies and bourbons in the same category. Speeking of bourbons...... have you ever tried Booker's 7yr? Someone offered me a bottle for $20 and it retails for around $50. Wondering if it's worth it.
BStayer: lilwing88: BStayer:I can't help it and I mean no disrespect to the Wing, but I have to clarify that Crown Royal and Jack Daniels are not bourbons at all. Crown Royal is a blended Canadian Whisky and Jack is a Tennesse Whisky, which are all styles of their own. This is important to note because Tennesse Whisky has it's own requirements and regulations to meet in order to be called "Tennesse Whisky". The same goes for bourbon, 51% of the grain bill has to be corn, has to be aged in brand new charred oak barrels along with other legal requirements just to bear the name "bourbon". On that note, I used to like Maker's Mark and it's not a bad option. I have just found that there are comparable bourbons that run significantly less while providing a more top shelf product at a competitive price to MM. Here are some bourbon's that I really enjoy (I have a running list of other great bourbons I'd like to try): Knob Creek Wild Turkey 101 Wild Turkey Rare Breed Wild Turkey Rye Four Roses Single Barrel Woodford Reserve If you're on a budget Evan Williams Black Label is comparable to some higher end bourbons. It's a very well done bourbon. And at less than $12 for a 750 ml, it's a steal. To each his own, but I'll add an ice cube to help "cut" the bourbon which allows for the flavors to become more easily accessible. For all things bourbon (and other whiskies), check out this site. It's a great resource to learn about as much as you want about bourbon No disrespect taken. My bad. Us yanks tend to lump whiskies and bourbons in the same category. Speeking of bourbons...... have you ever tried Booker's 7yr? Someone offered me a bottle for $20 and it retails for around $50. Wondering if it's worth it. Cool...I'd love to have some bourbon and gars with ya some day!! One day...maybe!! I've heard of Booker's and I would love to try some. It's supposed to be fantastic!! Yeah, I'd say it's worth it! I would surmise that it's worth the $50 price tag that it typically comes with based on the good things I've heard about it.
dubiousmonk:As far as Scotch goes I like Oban However more of a Bourbon guy myself.
gmill880: BStayer:I can't help it and I mean no disrespect to the Wing, but I have to clarify that Crown Royal and Jack Daniels are not bourbons at all. Crown Royal is a blended Canadian Whisky and Jack is a Tennesse Whisky, which are all styles of their own. This is important to note because Tennesse Whisky has it's own requirements and regulations to meet in order to be called "Tennesse Whisky". The same goes for bourbon, 51% of the grain bill has to be corn, has to be aged in brand new charred oak barrels along with other legal requirements just to bear the name "bourbon". On that note, I used to like Maker's Mark and it's not a bad option. I have just found that there are comparable bourbons that run significantly less while providing a more top shelf product at a competitive price to MM. Here are some bourbon's that I really enjoy (I have a running list of other great bourbons I'd like to try): Knob Creek Wild Turkey 101 Wild Turkey Rare Breed Wild Turkey Rye Four Roses Single Barrel Woodford Reserve If you're on a budget Evan Williams Black Label is comparable to some higher end bourbons. It's a very well done bourbon. And at less than $12 for a 750 ml, it's a steal. To each his own, but I'll add an ice cube to help "cut" the bourbon which allows for the flavors to become more easily accessible. For all things bourbon (and other whiskies), check out this site. It's a great resource to learn about as much as you want about bourbon I LOVE Wild Turkey Rare Breed its one of my favs ...have you ever tried Buffalo Trace ? By your list there I would say you would def like it , if you get a chance pick some up you won't be dissapointed .
camgfs:I just enjoyed my glass of Glenlivet 12 year Scotch !
robbyras:so a Skiing Indian Chief has joined the Eastside v. Westside rapper battle?