Fair enough, I kind of just group pretty much all American Whiskey together. But ok thanks for confirming the technicalities 
Bourbon, Rye and American Whiskey
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To each his own but I'd strongly encourage you to use the cheapest bourbon you can find if it's just for mixing. Be a shame to make a Woodford & coke or Makers & coke imo. And those aren't even in the super premium category.
Fair enough, I kind of just group pretty much all American Whiskey together. But ok thanks for confirming the technicalities
I nearly posted earlier, but, given thread remit, has been expanded to rye + bourbon
I'm looking for this at £30 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B005JYTFNU/ , fathers day/xmas present
Rittenhouse Straight Rye Whisky
Honestly I've never drunk much bourbon but I have taken a liking to the odd Manhattan in lockdown and as of last week just discovered a Boulevardier (negroni with bourbon/rye instead of gin, very nice!). Besides a bottle of Four Roses years ago, I've just bought Woodford Reserve when it's on offer. £20 last week. That'll do me fine.
Just seen your post, it's up to £37.99 now, but I'll put it on my watch list ready for another price drop, cheers.
I wonder if you missed the 'wink' emoji in my post?
What utter nonsense. This is like people putting cheap tonic in their G&Ts. The alcohol gives a huge amount of flavour, mouth feel and texture to a cocktail. Sure, you can get away with cheap tasteless booze if it's being watered down heavily with soft drinks but if the alcohol is the star of a cocktail (like a Negroni, Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Martini, Margarita, etc) then you can and should use a good tasting spirit for it. I may not use a super expensive vodka for a Bloody Mary, but I'd certainly would in a Martini. Your post is madness.
Ah, that's a phenomenal price for Rittenhouse! Definitely putting it on my watchlist.
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Hugely agree here, as you say especially in something like a Martini where it can make/break the cocktail.
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Can anyone recommend me a nice Rye, I have only ever tried Bulleit Rye which I like, but want to try others.
It sounds like the one mentioned above is a good one to try, I only drink whisky straight, perhaps with a little ice, so is the above a good choice?
It sounds like the one mentioned above is a good one to try, I only drink whisky straight, perhaps with a little ice, so is the above a good choice?
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Tried another one, Jack Daniel's Master Distiller no 6.
Marginally better than regular JD, I wouldn't get it again.
Marginally better than regular JD, I wouldn't get it again.
Sazerac Straight Rye is pretty well renowned.
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Thanks, got the Rittenhouse to try first.
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Tried the Rittenhouse, and boy is it a quality Rye, I thought Bulleit Rye was nice but this is even better. My new favourite Rye.
Wild Turkey Long Branch.
It's not bad, better than Regular Wild Turkey, and definitely better than Wild Turkey 101 which I didn't think was very good at all, particularly given the price.
It's not worth the £40 asking price though, not that I paid that
EDIt: after a week of drinking this I think my initial post was a bit critical, this is actually really good, I still stand by its not quite worth the £40 price tag but well worth a try if you every get the change/its on offer.
It's not bad, better than Regular Wild Turkey, and definitely better than Wild Turkey 101 which I didn't think was very good at all, particularly given the price.
It's not worth the £40 asking price though, not that I paid that
EDIt: after a week of drinking this I think my initial post was a bit critical, this is actually really good, I still stand by its not quite worth the £40 price tag but well worth a try if you every get the change/its on offer.
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Peaky Blinders Bourbon
This isnt actually as bad as I had though, thought it was going to be awful, and I have tried worse for more money.
It's not amazing its a bit harsh (particularl when tried stright after drinking the Longbranch) but its ok.
EDIT: This one really grew on my as I was drinking it, very good for £22 bottle.
This isnt actually as bad as I had though, thought it was going to be awful, and I have tried worse for more money.
It's not amazing its a bit harsh (particularl when tried stright after drinking the Longbranch) but its ok.
EDIT: This one really grew on my as I was drinking it, very good for £22 bottle.
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Buffalo Trace White Dog Rye Mash
Horrbile, literally going to go on the bottom of the list, £26 for a HALF bottle. Rip off, tastes like dog ****. Never buy it.
Horrbile, literally going to go on the bottom of the list, £26 for a HALF bottle. Rip off, tastes like dog ****. Never buy it.