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Am looking for a new drink

the_syco

Hey all,

Currently, my drinks are rum and cider. An old list of rums I drink are here, and I've since had more of different rums. I mix them, so less than others, but the stomach doesn't take them straight.

Ciderwise, not Bulmers, but Koppaberg and some of Westons products, such as Old Rosie, Henry Weston Vintage, etc. If I can get flat cider, I'd prefer it at room temp.

But unfortuantely, cider causes gas and can cause heart burn. Thus, I'm looking at other drinks. Have tried stouts, milk stouts, etc, but find them too bitter. Likewise with IPAs. Have tried some cold, some at room temp. Not for me. Have tried Guiness & blackcurrant, but unfortuanely not for me.

I forget why I don't drink gin, but am fairly certain it had a very bad effect on me in the past. Vodka (even mixed) I can't drink without nearly vomiting, due to stupiditty of youth.

Whiskeies, from the usual Jameson to some of the pricey treble & single malts & a few japanese whiskeies have found myself shuddering and/or gagging if I drink them. So, not whiskey. Likewise with brandies, cognac, and martinis.

Have found wine to be bitter. Found one bottle that was okay'ish, a bit frity, but was about €80 a bottle. And wasn't all that enjoyable.

Find all beer tastes the same, and I dislike that taste. Also dislike the texture; cider beer feels like beer, and thus I dislike it, if that makes any sense.

Saké; have tried it, got very drunk, but only drank it warm in some Karoke Bar on Capel Street; thus I assume it was the cheap stuff. Perhaps a recommondation to get the good stuff so I can drink it chilled?

So, am wondering what else can I drink, which has alcohol in it? Am trying to broaden my alcoholic horizons. Once I can try it or buy it in Dublin or nearby, I'll try it.

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Widdensushi

the_syco wrote: »

Unsure how you came to that conclusion. Thus far, I drink rum or cider. Want to expand on what I drink.

There's a Captain Morgan ripoff in Lidl, called Captain Cook. It's quite nice.

It's nicer than morgans imo.

limnam

StupidLikeAFox wrote: »

Basically I like port and think everybody else should too

You're right too.

A nice port with the right cheese is a beautiful thing.

the_syco

bilbot79 wrote: »

Your body is trying to tell you it doesn't want you to drink and you've come to boards looking for a workaround

Unsure how you came to that conclusion. Thus far, I drink rum or cider. Want to expand on what I drink.

1874 wrote: »

Go through spirits slowly generally and was thinking of getting something new (I was planning on going through Lidls inventory

There's a Captain Morgan ripoff in Lidl, called Captain Cook. It's quite nice.

1874

Sake

Something different, and nice imo

Reminds me I want to order some, which I was planning to do since before Covid.

Go through spirits slowly generally and was thinking of getting something new (I was planning on going through Lidls inventory, having gotten a bourbon there and in Aldi which were nice), I cannot drink whisky or whiskey really, burns on the way down.
Something milder would be nice, I have found Sake to be ok in that regard (heartburn).

Ive had it at room temperature, but heated also,
I put it in a small ceramic milk jug, and I'm sure I heated it up by placing the jug in a pot of hot water, online might give other suggestions.

bilbot79

Your body is trying to tell you it doesn't want you to drink and you've come to boards looking for a workaround

the_syco

CiaranMT wrote: »

That's the one, I probably served you a few bottles there in a previous life &#55357;&#56834;

Hah. Possibly. I'm about 2 meters tall, shaved head, glasses, and long beard. Probably would've been wearing a leather jacket. Worked my way through most of the various rums at Martins, except for the Appletons (drank most of their various rums whilst in Toronto).

CiaranMT

the_syco wrote: »

Martins on Marion Mart? Buy 90% of my rum there! Shall ask about their ciders.

That's the one, I probably served you a few bottles there in a previous life ðŸ˜‚

Black Sheep

A few years ago we went through a phase of really being into Dark and Stormy (I think they were 'a thing' at the time).

I still have the remains of a Bundaberg Export Strength 1L knocking around somewhere.. Confusingly it's only 40% abv.

I think Goslings is a superior choice for mixing with good ginger beer (Fentiman's was the best one we found) and lime juice, but the Bundaberg is a sweeter option, as noted.

cee_jay

Physeter wrote: »

If you're a rum fan I'd have to give Bundaberg a shout. Ozzie dark rum made from sugar cane. An acquired taste, sweet and quite acrid but delicious with coke and loads of ice.

It is jet fuel though. They have the saying in Australia: "If you can't fight on the bundies, you can't fight..".

Oh I used to like this stuff. Really needs to be ice cold with coke though.

the_syco

tapfit2004 wrote: »

Have you tried Buckfast?

Just be careful though as "A diet of four bottles a day has been described as 'not conducive to a long life' in a Scottish Court"

Have tried the stuff down here, and up north(meant to be nicer?). Both revolting.

odyssey06

the_syco wrote: »

Any brands that you recommend?

For Port brands, Niepoort are a favourite of my OH.
They also do a dry white port which can served over ice or with tonic.

tapfit2004

Have you tried Buckfast?

Just be careful though as "A diet of four bottles a day has been described as 'not conducive to a long life' in a Scottish Court"

StupidLikeAFox

the_syco wrote: »

I'm the same with run
Any brands that you recommend? Not Buckfast, though.

Im not a connoisseur by any stretch, and I haven't tasted a wide range, but this is a personal favourite:

https://baggotstreetwines.com/kopke-10-year-old-tawny-port

Physeter

If you're a rum fan I'd have to give Bundaberg a shout. Ozzie dark rum made from sugar cane. An acquired taste, sweet and quite acrid but delicious with coke and loads of ice.

It is jet fuel though. They have the saying in Australia: "If you can't fight on the bundies, you can't fight..".

BeerNut

the_syco wrote: »

Can you recommend any uncarbonated cider, that's sold in Ireland, preferably near Dublin?

No, I don't think there are any. It's very easy to make, though.

the_syco

con747 wrote: »

Give Southern Comfort a go as well.

Ah, it's so-so. Find when mixing, I need 1 part SC, to 4 parts mix, same with the normal Captain Morgans. Whereas most other rums is 1 part to 3 parts mix, down to 1:2 parts or less for the likes of Black Magic. But Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum is an entrire different kettle of fish.

And I keep finding new dark rums to try from various outlets and airports. But am trying to find out other rum or cider drinks to try.

StupidLikeAFox wrote: »

Basically I like port and think everybody else should too

I'm the same with run

Any brands that you recommend? Not Buckfast, though.

BeerNut wrote: »

Yeah, Martin's will definitely have Cockagee, and probably the Perry too. Cider choice in Ireland is abysmal, though. There doesn't seem to be much of a market for anything good so even the reputable producers make stuff to compete with Bulmers, and Bulmers shouldn't be legally allowed call itself cider :mad:

Can you recommend any uncarbonated cider, that's sold in Ireland, preferably near Dublin?

Adyx

con___manx1 wrote: »

Stones ginger wine. You can buy it on amazon uk. I first tried it in Australia. Its very popular over there. I think its actually an English brand.

World Wide Wines in Waterford sell it too but delivery outside Waterford is €10.

con___manx1

Stones ginger wine. You can buy it on amazon uk. I first tried it in Australia. Its very popular over there. I think its actually an English brand.

StupidLikeAFox

You need to try Port.

Its generally around 20% so has a decent kick without being as severe as whiskey. It has a very intense flavour, so you don't need to drink a bottle of it to feel satisfied. You can get red or white, or tawny which can be excellent. It can work as a nice evening drink, a nightcap or to complement food. Depending on the type it can be a nice winter warmer (red) or a chilled drink on the veranda (white).

Basically I like port and think everybody else should too

con747

Give Southern Comfort a go as well.

BeerNut

Yeah, Martin's will definitely have Cockagee, and probably the Perry too. Cider choice in Ireland is abysmal, though. There doesn't seem to be much of a market for anything good so even the reputable producers make stuff to compete with Bulmers, and Bulmers shouldn't be legally allowed call itself cider :mad:

the_syco

CiaranMT wrote: »

If you're on the Northside head along Griffith Avenue and down to Martins, they'll have plenty of different ciders to try. Would also suggest ginger beer like Hollows, Crabbies etc

Martins on Marion Mart? Buy 90% of my rum there! Shall ask about their ciders.

CiaranMT

the_syco wrote: »

Used to grab some of the non-fizzy ciders in Sweeneys, but haven't found another offlicense quite like it since they left Finglas Road. Supervalu sometimes sells Henry Westons, but often only a few bottles.

Shall check it out.

Another one to add to the list I'll be trying, thanks.

If you're on the Northside head along Griffith Avenue and down to Martins, they'll have plenty of different ciders to try. Would also suggest ginger beer like Hollows, Crabbies etc

the_syco

BeerNut wrote: »

I'd suggest raising your cider game away from the sugar-filled fizzy industrial ones. Cockagee might suit you better.

Used to grab some of the non-fizzy ciders in Sweeneys, but haven't found another offlicense quite like it since they left Finglas Road. Supervalu sometimes sells Henry Westons, but often only a few bottles.

Deleted User wrote: »

In general, American whiskey is more palatable and sweeter than typical Irish or Scottish labels so it might not be so off-putting for the OP.

Shall check it out.

odyssey06 wrote: »

I have never tried it myself, but I notice Tesco have this on offer at €28

Jack Daniels Tennessee Apple Liqueur 35%, 70Cl
https://www.tesco.ie/groceries/Product/Details/?id=305734539

Another one to add to the list I'll be trying, thanks.

Hodors Appletart

baileys

odyssey06

I have never tried it myself, but I notice Tesco have this on offer at €28

Jack Daniels Tennessee Apple Liqueur 35%, 70Cl
https://www.tesco.ie/groceries/Product/Details/?id=305734539

[Deleted User]

the beer revolu wrote: »

OP already said that whiskey makes them gag.

In general, American whiskey is more palatable and sweeter than typical Irish or Scottish labels so it might not be so off-putting for the OP.

the beer revolu

Deleted User wrote: »

You don't seem to hate Bourbon yet, maybe give that a go? Woodford Reserve is lovely.

OP already said that whiskey makes them gag.

[Deleted User]

You don't seem to hate Bourbon yet, maybe give that a go? Woodford Reserve is lovely.

recyclops

MacDanger wrote: »

Try ginger beer

this a lovely bottle of ginger beer over ice with lime and a dash or two of bitters.

then move it on and make a few dark and stormys later in the evening :pac::pac:

just in terms of cider im a big fan of stonewells find it better than most ciders