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What Whisky/Whiskey are we drinking this month?

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  • Closed Accounts Posts: 8,333 brinty
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    Leinster90 wrote: »
    On the topic of buying whiskey across the border, where do you recommend to go for the best deals?

    Are discounts usually advertised on the various supermarkets? Are offers available in Northern Ireland usually available on the supermarket's UK website?

    For example, if I look at the prices on the Tesco UK website, do these reflect what is available in Newry? Or will the Newry outlet have specific offers that other outlets, for example in London, do not have? Is it possible for example, to phone Sainsbury's in Newry and ask what offers are available that might not be available in other Sainsbury's stores?

    Any tips are much appreciated.

    You.re best to just go in and check, there's no science to it


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36,050 odyssey06
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    Leinster90 wrote: »
    On the topic of buying whiskey across the border, where do you recommend to go for the best deals?
    Are discounts usually advertised on the various supermarkets? Are offers available in Northern Ireland usually available on the supermarket's UK website?
    For example, if I look at the prices on the Tesco UK website, do these reflect what is available in Newry? Or will the Newry outlet have specific offers that other outlets, for example in London, do not have? Is it possible for example, to phone Sainsbury's in Newry and ask what offers are available that might not be available in other Sainsbury's stores?
    Any tips are much appreciated.

    For Sainsburys you can register and use a random Newry postcode. Pretend to start an online shop and then I assume you should see NI products.

    "To follow knowledge like a sinking star..." (Tennyson's Ulysses)



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,760 EagererBeaver
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    Depends what you're looking for. If you're in Belfast and want to look into some rarer stuff, the Vineyard on the Ormeau Road is a great spot.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 83 Leinster90
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    Thanks for the responses.

    I have good reason to cross the border anyway other than because I think it would be a bit of fun and because I’d save a few bob.I could pick up at least 5 bottles to make it worth it money-wise, which is why I’d like to know what is available beforehand.

    The tip about creating a fake account for local delivery in order to see the prices is useful. I’ve seen some intriguing prices for good Irish whiskeys posted here, so hopefully there will be some nice ones available next week when I head up.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 242 actuar90
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    Just tried the Whistler PX I love you, it really showcases the PX Cask impact and I must say I'm very impressed with this and their other releases, I've recently tried their 12 year old and their stout cask finish and can confirm both are excellent.

    I was particularly a fan of their 12 year old. It's now sold out unfortunately but if anyone can recommend a similar whiskey that would be much appreciated


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,927 NIMAN
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    Leinster90 wrote: »
    Thanks for the responses.

    I have good reason to cross the border anyway other than because I think it would be a bit of fun and because I’d save a few bob.I could pick up at least 5 bottles to make it worth it money-wise, which is why I’d like to know what is available beforehand.

    The tip about creating a fake account for local delivery in order to see the prices is useful. I’ve seen some intriguing prices for good Irish whiskeys posted here, so hopefully there will be some nice ones available next week when I head up.

    If you just search or Whiskey prices in the likes of Tesco or Sainsburys online, the prices you see there will be the prices in each store. Always deals on these 2 retailers.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36,050 odyssey06
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    actuar90 wrote: »
    Just tried the Whistler PX I love you, it really showcases the PX Cask impact and I must say I'm very impressed with this and their other releases, I've recently tried their 12 year old and their stout cask finish and can confirm both are excellent. I was particularly a fan of their 12 year old. It's now sold out unfortunately but if anyone can recommend a similar whiskey that would be much appreciated

    Have you tried their Calvados cask finish?
    I really liked it, but then I like Calvados.
    But I should declare I wasn't a fan of the stout cask finish so maybe we have different tastes.
    https://www.celticwhiskeyshop.com/The-Whistler-Calvados-Cask-Finish?search=calvados

    "To follow knowledge like a sinking star..." (Tennyson's Ulysses)



  • Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 5,894 irish_goat
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    odyssey06 wrote: »
    Have you tried their Calvados cask finish?
    I really liked it, but then I like Calvados.
    But I should declare I wasn't a fan of the stout cask finish so maybe we have different tastes.
    https://www.celticwhiskeyshop.com/The-Whistler-Calvados-Cask-Finish?search=calvados

    I liked it but preferred the stout cask. The stout cask is very unusual though, has a real dry, chocolate cake flavour. Can understand why it might not be everyone's cup of tea.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 443 Starlord_01
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    odyssey06 wrote: »
    For Sainsburys you can register and use a random Newry postcode. Pretend to start an online shop and then I assume you should see NI products.

    Redbreast 12 is £40.00 in Sainsburys. Up around Newry in a few weeks so hopefully it stays at this price!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,713 cloudatlas
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    conor678 wrote: »
    Am going to the north for a few days and doing one of the bus tours. As part of it you get to visit the Bushmills distillery, just a short visit and not the full tour unfortunately.

    Only really sampled the basic Bushmills original, which is very nice drink,l. I was thinking of buying a black bush Bushmills in the gift shop as I have heard it is nice and good value. I am wondering do people have any recommendations from the place? Don't want to spend above 70 quid ideally

    I didn't know they were open. Black Bush is in the supermarkets in the north for about 25 pounds or perhaps lower so it may be cheaper than the distillery.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,922 Dtp1979
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    Just opened Red Breast 21 year old. Smooth is an understatement.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,002 L1011
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    cloudatlas wrote: »
    I didn't know they were open. Black Bush is in the supermarkets in the north for about 25 pounds or perhaps lower so it may be cheaper than the distillery.

    Should be less than £25; its €25/26 when on special offer (frequently) in ROI as it is.


  • Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 12,065 BeerNut
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    L1011 wrote: »
    Should be less than £25; its €25/26 when on special offer (frequently) in ROI as it is.
    That pricing is unique to the Republic, I think. I've certainly never seen anything like an equivalent up north or abroad.

    Similarly, Connemara can regularly be got for around the £20/€25 mark elsewhere but I've never seen that pricing here.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,002 L1011
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    There's certainly a deliberate under pricing of certain Irish products in Ireland but I could easily be wrong in assuming it extended across the border. Bush 10 is my supermarket buy outside Ireland usually, as it is almost always cheaper than here and often barely dearer than Black Bush

    Kilbeggan and Tullamore Dew are also often cheaper here than in some of the usually cheap places internationally


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,608 Ginger83
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    Dtp1979 wrote: »
    Just opened Red Breast 21 year old. Smooth is an understatement.

    I was blown away, where did you get it?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,922 Dtp1979
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    Ginger83 wrote: »
    I was blown away, where did you get it?

    Got it on amazon


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,935 beardybrewer
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    BeerNut wrote: »
    Connemara can regularly be got for around the £20/€25 mark elsewhere but I've never seen that pricing here.

    It was! I remember picking it up at Dunnes for that price when it new to market. I also got good deals on it from O'Briens a few times. After a year it was like they made the conscious decision to put it up-market and it was in the €35 then €38 price points. At that price, I'd just go for Laphroaig instead.

    Funny enough I haven't seen Bushmills Black on special in Dunnes for a long time. Maybe its still on special regular enough in Tesco? Dunnes was doing a special on Powers for ages but that's disappeared recently. Not much on offer these days except the ubiquitous Bushmills White label.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,556 Frank Grimes
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    Funny enough I haven't seen Bushmills Black on special in Dunnes for a long time. Maybe its still on special regular enough in Tesco? Dunnes was doing a special on Powers for ages but that's disappeared recently. Not much on offer these days except the ubiquitous Bushmills White label.
    I was in Dunnes earlier and they're doing the 700ml Powers for €24.50 again, didn't notice the price of Bushmills Black.


  • Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 12,065 BeerNut
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    Maybe its still on special regular enough in Tesco?
    Yup, currently €26 for the second time this summer.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,345 limnam
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    Ginger83 wrote: »
    I was blown away, where did you get it?

    It's handy enough to pick up if you're looking for a bottle


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 790 ctlsleh
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    Dtp1979 wrote: »
    Just opened Red Breast 21 year old. Smooth is an understatement.

    I have one, waiting for a special moment to crack it open, something to look forwartd to...... :)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 512 dvdman1
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    Pierrette wrote: »
    Contemplating my next purchase. Both Connemara and Bushmills 10 are on sale in supervalu (35e and 42e respectively) I also have a 6e off voucher that I acquired unbeknownst to the other half to further reduce my costs. What would people recommend (unfortunately buying both isn't a valid option)

    Had the Bushmills 10 last Nov/Dec ..i remember it being very smooth and really easy to drink..depends on where your pallet is? Id go with the Connemara as its much more complex and depth in it..the bushmills lacks the same earthiness.


  • Moderators, Regional South Moderators Posts: 5,985 Quackster
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    dvdman1 wrote: »
    Had the Bushmills 10 last Nov/Dec ..i remember it being very smooth and really easy to drink..depends on where your pallet is? Id go with the Connemara as its much more complex and depth in it..the bushmills lacks the same earthiness.
    Bushmills 10 has been €30 in Tesco in the run up to Christmas the past few years, and hopefully will be again this year, so that would be the most opportune time to pick up a bottle.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36,050 odyssey06
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    Signed up for tasting of Loch Lomond distillery with L Mulligans. Dunno much about the distillery but have enjoyed previous Scotch ones.

    Places available.

    http://www.lmulliganwhiskeyshop.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=llwt#.X0VMRJ0uXXk.twitter

    "To follow knowledge like a sinking star..." (Tennyson's Ulysses)



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,922 Dtp1979
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    ctlsleh wrote: »
    I have one, waiting for a special moment to crack it open, something to look forwartd to...... :)

    The reopening of schools. Or to celebrate a day ending in Y.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 135 newbie runner
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    Just finished a Benromach Speyside single malt 2008 peat smoke. 46% vol.

    so its back to the Glenlivet Master Distiller's reserve for tonight.Can't bate the auld 1ltr bottles sometimes.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 135 newbie runner
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    Dtp1979 wrote: »
    Just opened Red Breast 21 year old. Smooth is an understatement.

    Do you mind me asking how long is the bottle likely to last?
    Was it worth the money?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,908 Cazale
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    Away on holidays and got chatting to a very friendly barman who gave me a couple of free whiskeys. Got a glass of the Midleton Academy and an all sherry single cask Redbreast for free off him. Bought a 27 year old Redbreast to top it off then.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,908 Cazale
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    Cazale wrote: »
    Got a glass of the Midleton Academy.

    Delighted to try this one as it's only available to those who complete the Irish Distillers Academy course in Midleton.

    https://www.lmulliganwhiskeyshop.com/Midleton-Academy-Bottle-p/midleton-academy.htm


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,182 killbillvol2
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    Cazale wrote: »
    Away on holidays and got chatting to a very friendly barman who gave me a couple of free whiskeys. Got a glass of the Midleton Academy and an all sherry single cask Redbreast for free off him. Bought a 27 year old Redbreast to top it off then.

    I need a break. Please reveal your location! (PM will be fine!).


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