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wantonebad · 24 February 2013, 06:05 AM

So we've had our discussions about Bourbon and Scotch, how about some love for the other Keltic clan. With St. Patrics day coming up I thought I'd share what I'll be induging in the next few weeks as I gear up for the 17th.

subtona · 24 February 2013, 06:08 AM

good stuff!!!

long time whiskey fan

bayerische · 24 February 2013, 06:27 AM

Very nice Marc!
My favorite "plain" irish is Tullamore Dew.

Hooper · 24 February 2013, 06:45 AM

Interesting, haven't really tried any other than Jamieson!! Looking into the Bush mills (Black bush) specifically! Any recommendations?

wantonebad · 24 February 2013, 07:50 AM

I haven't tried the premium Bushmills yet but I am dying to try it, my favorite is Middleton, it's just really really smooth, maybe too smooth but it tastes great. The redbreast was recommended to me and it's good but I find it a bit too sweet. Powers is my go to late night sipping whiskey, it's inexpensive and balanced. Kilbbegan is similar. The Potcheen is Irish gasoline, it's like 180 proof.

Hooper · 24 February 2013, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

I haven't tried the premium Bushmills yet but I am dying to try it, my favorite is Middleton, it's just really really smooth, maybe too smooth but it tastes great. The redbreast was recommended to me and it's good but I find it a bit too sweet. Powers is my go to late night sipping whiskey, it's inexpensive and balanced. Kilbbegan is similar. The Potcheen is Irish gasoline, it's like 180 proof.

180 proof

wow, not sure bout that, a little water perhaps?

Watchdog · 24 February 2013, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

I haven't tried the premium Bushmills yet but I am dying to try it, my favorite is Middleton, it's just really really smooth, maybe too smooth but it tastes great. The redbreast was recommended to me and it's good but I find it a bit too sweet. Powers is my go to late night sipping whiskey, it's inexpensive and balanced. Kilbbegan is similar. The Potcheen is Irish gasoline, it's like 180 proof.

180? Damn that's strong:)

Rbdport · 24 February 2013, 12:59 PM

Nice selection. Meeting a group of friends tomorrow for a late and long brunch as we finalize our St Pats plans. We all live in Southie, so leaning towards another progressive party (drinks/food each house). It was a blast last year!

wantonebad · 24 February 2013, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Rbdport

Nice selection. Meeting a group of friends tomorrow for a late and long brunch as we finalize our St Pats plans. We all live in Southie, so leaning towards another progressive party (drinks/food each house). It was a blast last year!

I hear ya sistah!

Beek · 24 February 2013, 05:06 PM

Cheers and enjoy

Wittymoniker · 25 February 2013, 05:24 AM

For a hot whiskey, Powers is the only way, it has a lovely oily texture. Straight up, it has to be Black Bush with Midleton a very close second.

SearChart · 25 February 2013, 06:07 AM

As far as Irish whiskey goes, I've only had Jameson.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 25 February 2013, 11:45 AM

Guinness - the breakfast of champions!

SearChart · 25 February 2013, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by mrbill2mrbill2

Guinness - the breakfast of champions!

I should really try that, even though it looks like tar

wantonebad · 3 March 2014, 10:26 AM

So it's March and we're 15 days away. Last year this thread didn't go very far, but maybe it do better this year?

I love Irish whiskey, it is perhaps my favorite whiskey, certainly this time of year!

codecow · 3 March 2014, 10:28 AM

I like Red Breast, Jameson's 12 or Gold Reserve.

teqp · 3 March 2014, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

So it's March and we're 15 days away. Last year this thread didn't go very far, but maybe it do better this year?

I love Irish whiskey, it is perhaps my favorite whiskey, certainly this time of year!

Off to Ireland later this week, so will try a few of your selection.

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Originally Posted by mrbill2mrbill2

Guinness - the breakfast of champions!

Yes it is and great as a cure for the common cold.

skprd13 · 3 March 2014, 12:03 PM

How about some Irish beer! Ice cold and tasty Sam Adam's Irish Red!

james1787 · 3 March 2014, 01:07 PM

I've had Redbreast before.. good stuff! Jameson is also good..

wantonebad · 4 March 2014, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by james1787

I've had Redbreast before.. good stuff! Jameson is also good..

gulfstream turned me on to it, he was at the distillery last year and told everyone how much he liked it.

gulfstream69xr7 · 4 March 2014, 01:57 AM

Love the Redbreast. The 12 year is my favorite. Powers is my go to library sipper.

GB-man · 4 March 2014, 02:26 PM

Glad you bumped this thread marc, I did not see it prior.

I've only had the usual suspects, jameson concannon tullamore etc...

but now I know what to look for next time.

wantonebad · 5 March 2014, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by tjspark

Glad you bumped this thread marc, I did not see it prior.

I've only had the usual suspects, jameson concannon tullamore etc...

but now I know what to look for next time.

My absolute fav is Middleton, there is nothing else like it in the world IMHO, close second is the Black Bush. I also like any of their single malts. Great stuff!!!

Dr.Brian · 5 March 2014, 12:19 AM

Mmmm... Redbreast.
Love it.
They are/will be importing the 21 yo now. Can't wait.
I'm looking for Green Spot as well.

figbo · 5 March 2014, 02:34 AM

Here is my irish.

teqp · 5 March 2014, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Guinness - the breakfast of champions!

Breakfast in Dublin station on my way to the west side of Ireland.

mtrunner · 7 March 2014, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by teqp

Breakfast in Dublin station on my way to the west side of Ireland.

The Guinness looks so tasty. Nothing like a Guiness in Ireland!

wantonebad · 8 March 2014, 12:30 AM

^Hard to tell the Guinness and coffee apart... good thing they have their special containers LOL

teqp · 8 March 2014, 08:47 PM

Keeping the thread going.
After a few pints of Guinness and a beautiful rack of lamb, we moved onto the whiskey.

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

My absolute fav is Middleton, there is nothing else like it in the world IMHO, close second is the Black Bush.

Have to agree with you so far on this trip, Midleton is by far the best whiskey I have tasted.

Will have to try the Black Bush soon.

Brenngun · 9 March 2014, 05:26 AM

Well Marc having loitered for a year on the Emerald Isle a lifetime ago I'm always willing to lift the Irish. Walking distance was a pub called Durty Nelly’s. Exactly 976 steps (not like I was counting). Shortly after quaffing my first 8 or 10 pints of the "good for you" stout the quest was on for an accompanying nectar of the Irish gods. The results below are still with me today (albeit not the original bottles I started with). Push comes to shove I'm leaning on the black. Always supported by a Guinness as depicted here.

24 February 2013, 06:08 AM	#2
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,600	good stuff!!! long time whiskey fan __________________

24 February 2013, 06:27 AM	#3
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	Very nice Marc! My favorite "plain" irish is Tullamore Dew. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

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wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	I haven't tried the premium Bushmills yet but I am dying to try it, my favorite is Middleton, it's just really really smooth, maybe too smooth but it tastes great. The redbreast was recommended to me and it's good but I find it a bit too sweet. Powers is my go to late night sipping whiskey, it's inexpensive and balanced. Kilbbegan is similar. The Potcheen is Irish gasoline, it's like 180 proof. __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

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Rbdport "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Sunny Florida Posts: 484	Nice selection. Meeting a group of friends tomorrow for a late and long brunch as we finalize our St Pats plans. We all live in Southie, so leaning towards another progressive party (drinks/food each house). It was a blast last year! __________________ Sometimes too much to drink is barely enough~Mark Twain

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Hooper "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: 16610 Posts: 3,290	Interesting, haven't really tried any other than Jamieson!! Looking into the Bush mills (Black bush) specifically! Any recommendations?

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Wittymoniker "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alan Location: Dublin Watch: GMT, sub Posts: 11	For a hot whiskey, Powers is the only way, it has a lovely oily texture. Straight up, it has to be Black Bush with Midleton a very close second.

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mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	Guinness - the breakfast of champions! __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

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wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	So it's March and we're 15 days away. Last year this thread didn't go very far, but maybe it do better this year? I love Irish whiskey, it is perhaps my favorite whiskey, certainly this time of year! __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

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codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 5,196	I like Red Breast, Jameson's 12 or Gold Reserve.

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james1787 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: James Location: New Providence,NJ Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 2,371	I've had Redbreast before.. good stuff! Jameson is also good..

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gulfstream69xr7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Medford NJ Watch: TAG Rolex Posts: 948	Love the Redbreast. The 12 year is my favorite. Powers is my go to library sipper.

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GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Glad you bumped this thread marc, I did not see it prior. I've only had the usual suspects, jameson concannon tullamore etc... but now I know what to look for next time.

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Dr.Brian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,906	Mmmm... Redbreast. Love it. They are/will be importing the 21 yo now. Can't wait. I'm looking for Green Spot as well. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

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wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	^Hard to tell the Guinness and coffee apart... good thing they have their special containers LOL __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

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