flended12 wrote: » Have you tried a jameson and cranberry, those in the know call it a jemberry.I've given it to so many whiskey fans and before tasting it they laugh and ridicule, some even threaten violence. But usually their reaction after first sip is a confused look and immediately go after another mouthful. The comment is usually 'jaysis that's dangerous, I wasnt expecting that...'. Try it for yourself. Whiskey, cranberry juice, ice.
EagererBeaver wrote: » I think the umbrage is more with the original post that the word "drops" be taken literally.
the beer revolu wrote: » The poster then went on about tannins and oils, even inferring that this is somehow unique to Irish whiskey. This is often spoken about and is basically rubbish. Adding water dilutes the liquid, this causes the flavour compounds to gather on the surface. The lower the abv (up to a point) the more this happens. So, the drop of water that you add does exactly the same thing as the water that is added to the whiskey prior to bottling. Why would this water behave any differently to the water in the bottle? A bottle of whiskey is approximately 60% water anyway, surely these oils and tannins would be on the surface anyway?
Electric Nitwit wrote: » That is my reaction, but now I have to try it! *adds cranberry juice to the shopping list
the beer revolu wrote: » I think the ire was because the poster stated that this is the way Irish whiskey should be drunk. Personally, I like a little drop of water in most whiskies - I find it dilutes it slightly. This poster inferred that anyone doing differently to them is doing it wrong. That's just bullshlt. The poster suggested that the correct way to do this is with a straw - there are many ways to add your required amount of water. I think most people are aware that you can dispense liquid with a straw. No one needs this patronising, detailed mansplaining. The poster then went on about tannins and oils, even inferring that this is somehow unique to Irish whiskey. This is often spoken about and is basically rubbish. Adding water dilutes the liquid, this causes the flavour compounds to gather on the surface. The lower the abv (up to a point) the more this happens. So, the drop of water that you add does exactly the same thing as the water that is added to the whiskey prior to bottling. Why would this water behave any differently to the water in the bottle? A bottle of whiskey is approximately 60% water anyway, surely these oils and tannins would be on the surface anyway? The post was not only arrogant and patronising, it was mostly wrong, too. Oh, and someone else confirmed this bs by saying that they were told it on a tour. Well.......? Whiskey tours are notoriously full of misinformation, legends and lies!
killbillvol2 wrote: » Spotted Stone's Ginger Wine in an off licence last week so I picked up a couple of bottles. A Whisky Mac on a winter's evening hits the nail on the head but they're dangerously drinkable. It used to be a favourite drink of a couple of old characters in a bar I worked in in Portsmouth years ago. (I usually add the ginger wine by unscrewing the lid and pouring from the bottle for those fussy about technique).
killbillvol2 wrote: » What he said ^^^^^
the beer revolu wrote: » Love a whisky mac. Had almost forgotten about it. Pastis drinkers can have some bizarre notions too. I once saw a right dickhead berate a server for putting the ice into the pastis rather than pouring the pastis over the ice. Or was it the other way around? Nonsense, anyway.
Ivefoundgod wrote: » Anyone see Dick Macks are releasing a whiskey? Distilled in Dingle.
Wailin wrote: » It's all good lads. On another note, come on the Deise! If they win I'll be opening my bottle of Dair Ghaelach and ringing in sick
Wailin wrote: It's all good lads. On another note, come on the Deise! If they win I'll be opening my bottle of Dair Ghaelach and ringing in sick
Cazale wrote: » Less of that now. Saying that I have the proper 12 ready for next Sunday when the Dubs win. I find diluting it with the tears of the other 31 counties really helps it.
Cazale wrote: » Tesco have some stocks of MVR 2020. One near me getting six on Tuesday. I'm not saying which one! Strictly one per customer so hopefully nobody ends up with 12 or 80 shared among a few as we have seen in this thread.
dobman88 wrote: » I saw a cryptic tweet that said what started in 2013 is coming soon, watch this space. But didn't hear it was whiskey. Would make sense tho
Ivefoundgod wrote: Further info here, 7 year old selling for €200
EagererBeaver wrote: Was in a new shop that has opened up round my way and saw two Japanese whiskeys I'd never heard of. One was a blend that was completely new to me, Akashi. Other one was a Nikka, an "All Malt".
Ivefoundgod wrote: » Further info here, 7 year old selling for €200 :eek:https://twitter.com/dickmackspub/status/1338116993556344834?s=21
the beer revolu wrote: » A bottle of whiskey is approximately 60% water anyway, surely these oils and tannins would be on the surface anyway?
Electric Nitwit wrote: Do you mind me asking how you found out? Was it just a useful manager or member of staff?
