re: Whiskey/Bourbon/Scotch appreciation thread Volume II

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Just starting to get into Whiskey, so I’m a Newb.

I’ve only really sipped some of the basics, Crown, Makers & Jameson (I have several bottles bc of gifts due to Jameson being my name, so that’s pretty sweet). Anyway...

Any suggestions for me to try? I’ve been told that higher end whiskeys are really smooth and would like to see for myself!

I like over ice and let it melt just slightly to cut the bite a tad. Looking forward to some Recs!!

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Figure out a way to try these. It will give you a good diverse tasting. All of these should be available at any good whiskey bar.

Pikesville rye or Bulleit Rye
4 Roses Single Barrel
Michter's American Whiskey
Glenfiddich 15 yo.
Lagavulin 16yo

I would honestly stay away from the high end whiskeys until you establish a taste. You won't enjoy them enough. Unless you have tons of money then go for it.

Don't let anyone tell you how you like to drink your whiskey. If you like it on the rocks, drink it on the rocks. Just be mindful that you will get taunted by most whiskey snobs. I personally like mine over a single ice cube.

Good Luck.

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Just starting to get into Whiskey, so I’m a Newb.

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Welcome

An old saying “ all bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon” would be wise to learn the difference, fwiw.....

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Just starting to get into Whiskey, so I’m a Newb.

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I’m in the same boat. Always drank beer, with some wine, but just getting into bourbon.

Some I liked: Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, Jefferson’s.

Woodford Reserve is my favorite of all I have tried so far.