I went with Jefferson’s Ocean, if you’re fishing for premium recommendations. I’ve had it only once a few years ago and it’s the best bourbon I’ve ever had, but it’s pricey.
If you’re into complex, smokey scotches, I’m a big fan of Ardbeg Uigeadail. It’s harsh if you don’t know what to expect, but it’s a top tier steak dinner in every sip if you like Lagavulin 16. Also very pricey, but a bottle literally lasts me 6-24 months because of its potency and “special” factor. I make it last.
For something half the price but still great value, I like Woodford Reserve or Four Roses Small Batch or Old Forester (especially 1920 Prohibition). Idk your budget, so absolutely no shame in celebrating within your means. But for the love of God, stay away from the travesty that is Johnny Walker red label. Utter trash, and usually around the price of Woodford anyway. You can’t find decent scotch for less than $65 these days, so don’t bother.
Sweet, thanks for the info! I had some Red a number of years ago when a buddy grabbed it from a duty free shop and was excited to share it. We ended up mixing it with a mexican coke. Very much a “thanks this is terrible” moment.
Thanks for the suggestions! I currently have a bottle of Ardbeg An Oa which I thoroughly enjoy and just recently got to try the Lagavulin 16, fantastic stuff.
I have a bottle of johnny walker blue label that I’ve been saving for the collapse, but I suppose I could use it for that, and buy another one for the collapse.
Blue is good and smooth, but the cost is beyond what I would pay for any bottle. But to each their own. Somebody once put a fistful of ice into a glass and poured me some and I cringed so goddamn hard. At least try it neat when you open yours, and if you pour any for anybody else, ask how they’d like it. I believe that it doesn’t need to be mellowed by ice. Might as well have just been Jameson at that point lol. No shade intended, but just save your money if you can’t tell the difference.
That reminds me, I need to buy my celebration whiskey…
Make sure it’s not American lol
I went with Jefferson’s Ocean, if you’re fishing for premium recommendations. I’ve had it only once a few years ago and it’s the best bourbon I’ve ever had, but it’s pricey.
If you’re into complex, smokey scotches, I’m a big fan of Ardbeg Uigeadail. It’s harsh if you don’t know what to expect, but it’s a top tier steak dinner in every sip if you like Lagavulin 16. Also very pricey, but a bottle literally lasts me 6-24 months because of its potency and “special” factor. I make it last.
For something half the price but still great value, I like Woodford Reserve or Four Roses Small Batch or Old Forester (especially 1920 Prohibition). Idk your budget, so absolutely no shame in celebrating within your means. But for the love of God, stay away from the travesty that is Johnny Walker red label. Utter trash, and usually around the price of Woodford anyway. You can’t find decent scotch for less than $65 these days, so don’t bother.
Cheers!
Sweet, thanks for the info! I had some Red a number of years ago when a buddy grabbed it from a duty free shop and was excited to share it. We ended up mixing it with a mexican coke. Very much a “thanks this is terrible” moment.
Thanks for the suggestions! I currently have a bottle of Ardbeg An Oa which I thoroughly enjoy and just recently got to try the Lagavulin 16, fantastic stuff.
I have a bottle of johnny walker blue label that I’ve been saving for the collapse, but I suppose I could use it for that, and buy another one for the collapse.
Blue is good and smooth, but the cost is beyond what I would pay for any bottle. But to each their own. Somebody once put a fistful of ice into a glass and poured me some and I cringed so goddamn hard. At least try it neat when you open yours, and if you pour any for anybody else, ask how they’d like it. I believe that it doesn’t need to be mellowed by ice. Might as well have just been Jameson at that point lol. No shade intended, but just save your money if you can’t tell the difference.
I’ve had it before. It’s $25 a shot in bars around here. $50 or $60 in KC and Chicago.
Also Jameson is fine without ice as well.
Yeah I need to put a floating holiday onto my calendar. We’re getting into that “its a non-trivial statistical chance he’ll die any day now” range…