Top Shelf

[magic1]

Dedicated to Top Shelf Alcohol you have bought/own.

I shall start off.

Aviation Gin, simply the best i have ever tried.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-deq6Ha6q1IY/T1iY38mW1PI/AAAAAAAAAVY/I-rvq-pfiJ4/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252008%252015%2520PM.jpg


Patron tequila, coffee infused, very different.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-vAxgmDx7Qw8/T1iY6DT_OuI/AAAAAAAAAVo/ulFRKXyHeyQ/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252008%252039%2520PM.jpg

[TJ]

Isnt that what a certain workshop owner used to call his parts?

[magic1]

Yamazaki 12 Single Malt Whiskey, good for a start into the neat drinking.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Loes6TfLPNI/T1iZDRQQnDI/AAAAAAAAAVw/KKdBFPOOB9Y/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252009%252005%2520PM.jpg


The Singleton, of Dufftown 12-year-old. a little more 'nasty' than the Yamazaki but still very agreeable

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-VIml1v62-nQ/T1iZDmeeWII/AAAAAAAAAV0/0WQVWcae89c/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252009%252045%2520PM.jpg

[magic1]

something slightly different is this

Pierro Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot LTCf

its a red but with some white wine grapes

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wINFHdltdDA/T1iY5MUgpxI/AAAAAAAAAVg/tmvYHlHucGo/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252008%252029%2520PM.jpg

[1JZNOSHIT]

My Johnny Walker Blue.

Very nice with or without ice.

http://i41.tinypic.com/nwefcl.jpg

[Denver]

Im yet to hit my bottle of Johnnie blue..

I am also yet to hit this, but have tried its lesser cousin, which was very nice indeed..

http://www.dasgibtesnureinmal.de/media/catalog/product//t/a/talisker_57_north_skye_single_malt_scotch_whisky_5 7_1_0l_flasche.jpg

[Fozzy]

My top shelf that also includes some not so top shelf stuff.. Im a scotch man hence that makes up most of the bottles.

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/423491_10151371976910500_772065499_23071017_167566 1988_n.jpg

[Buckets]

Yes... that is all from me for now.

P.S. I'm glad my education / sampling sessions are paying off.

[Gleeso]

something slightly different is this

Pierro Semillon Sauvignon Blanc LTC

its a red but with some white wine grapes

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wINFHdltdDA/T1iY5MUgpxI/AAAAAAAAAVg/tmvYHlHucGo/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252008%252029%2520PM.jpg

My Auntie is the General Manager of Pierro's. Always get fine bottles for birthdays/christmas etc./CSB

[pgc]

So what makes a certain alcohol top shelf as opposed to middle or bottom shelf?

I don't drink, so have no clue when it comes to this stuff - I googled Top Shelf only to get a prank that someone plays when they don't like someone (crapping in the tank of the toilet).

[adzmerc]

https://majesticcellars.com.au/images/lark%2058.jpg

[JNR man]

No pics but Licqor 43 its a spanish licqour and a very nice one

[Fozzy]

Top Shelf basically means better quality and more expensive over you base range of spirits.

[pgc]

Top Shelf basically means better quality and more expensive over you base range of spirits.

So how do you differentiate what makes it? Is it purely a personal opinion, or is there a standard (flavour, alcohol content, etc)?

[Brett_J]

So what makes a certain alcohol top shelf as opposed to middle or bottom shelf?

I don't drink, so have no clue when it comes to this stuff - I googled Top Shelf only to get a prank that someone plays when they don't like someone (crapping in the tank of the toilet).

Top Shelf = Alcohol rich people drink but lower class brag about drinking like it rates them higher in society :)

[thrtytwo]

So what makes a certain alcohol top shelf as opposed to middle or bottom shelf?

I don't drink, so have no clue when it comes to this stuff - I googled Top Shelf only to get a prank that someone plays when they don't like someone (crapping in the tank of the toilet).

As far as I'm aware there are no actual requirements to be top shelf.

It just reffers to the very best liquers. Usually they're aged for a while and made from very good ingredients. And usually, not always, they are very smooth and can be drunk 'neat' (no mixer)

I'm sure someone here can tell you more than me.

[Endless]

Patron tequila, coffee infused, very different.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-vAxgmDx7Qw8/T1iY6DT_OuI/AAAAAAAAAVo/ulFRKXyHeyQ/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252008%252039%2520PM.jpg

So glad this shit is in the first post. Jizz in your pants spec. Delicious

[Sfidz]

Ok So can I deviate slightly to Port?
I really enjoy a good drop of port, especially Vintage.
I don't have any pictures of Vintage Port I have/have had, However I do have a photo of a topish shelf Tawny I have been drinking.
Not usually a fan of Tawny however this is extremely smooth with a nice dry taste.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj53/krispee88/IMG_1071.jpg

[thrtytwo]

I usually hate tequila. I only ever drink it if I'm already rather enebriated.

Keen to try patron though!

[mr_rotary]

For me it's only Grey Goose.

http://www.p-p-s-ltd.com/images/drinks_images/grey_goose_1.jpg

[Fozzy]

Mr Pickwicks is GOOOOD comes in a cool box aswell.

If you like a good port give this one a try http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_338395/

Small bottle only 375ml so dont let the price fool you.

[TJ]

Patron and Grey Goose arnt really top shelf.

[SircatmaN]

http://www.undergroundcharisma.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/fancy-huh.jpg

I always thought top shelf was at least considered to be highly priced and aged whisky, I suppose a bad example would be bottom shelf - Wild turkey, Middle shelf - Wild Turkey 101 and Top Shelf -Rare Breed.

And it goes from there. The Blue label above I'd consider top shelf but there is also a King George edition that I think is even more expensive. I remember my Dad also saying that top shelf is the whiskey you save for special occasions like engagements, First born child(Not for the child to drink), etc.

[hako]

Patron and Grey Goose arnt really top shelf.

Was thinking same thing, always have a bottle of each on hand, good drinking but not worth a mention in this thread.

[mc68]

grey goose is NOT top shelf.. christ its only $50 a bottle these days..

not saying I dont like it :)

Ill just stick to my 18 yr old glenfiddich for now.. its not ballin..

[crabman]

Grey goose top shelf.......... lol

Ed Hardy top shelf aswell?? hahaha

[Gleeso]

Ill just stick to my 18 yr old glenfiddich for now.. its not ballin..

Once you start making bulk from rally, get yourself one of these...

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_710932/glenfiddich-50-year-old-scotch-whisky

[Fozzy]

I know the thread is top shelf which is pretty much as subjective as you want it to be. If there is a spirit you rate and think people should have a bash at why not post it up people might enjoy the review. Maybe call the thread Spirits Appreciation.

Cheap booze can often be a winner. Couple of good examples

$32 Karavan vodka http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_916540/karavan-premium-vodka
$38 Tequila Blu http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_916716/tequila-blu-reposado

[schnoods]

Had a few of these but its killing me trying to find it, last time i had it was at oktoberfest at the Rhein-Donau club, since the booze laws came in i cant locate it. Best schnapps i've ever had, 56% alc, was renamed in English version as Icefire and alc dropped to 50%.


http://www.fourniergardencenter.com/img/pages/56-sup/friesengeist-2.jpg

[TheChad]

something slightly different is this

Pierro Semillon Sauvignon Blanc LTC


https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wINFHdltdDA/T1iY5MUgpxI/AAAAAAAAAVg/tmvYHlHucGo/s512/Photo%25208-03-12%25207%252008%252029%2520PM.jpg


semillon sauvignon blanc is white
LTC stands for "Little Touch of Chardonay"


the photo you have there is of cabernet sauvignon merlot blend, entirely different lol





Ok So can I deviate slightly to Port?
I really enjoy a good drop of port, especially Vintage.
I don't have any pictures of Vintage Port I have/have had, However I do have a photo of a topish shelf Tawny I have been drinking.
Not usually a fan of Tawny however this is extremely smooth with a nice dry taste.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj53/krispee88/IMG_1071.jpg

i love fortified wines too, at times.

whilst when you bought that it was called port, its not to be called port anymore.

its fortified wine now, unless it comes from portugal.

[PAGZ]

Cheap booze can often be a winner. Couple of good examples

$32 Karavan vodka http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_916540/karavan-premium-vodka


Have found myself getting this over most of the usual vodka's! For the price you cant go past it imo..

[Satan]

2x Ketal One for $70 at liquorland gets my vote for cheap voddy

[South]

Johnny Blue is not that crash hot. I've even mixed it with coke before :P

I also donated half a bottle to customs when I forgot it was in my onboard luggage

Green tromps it

[Fozzy]

Yeah I reckon green isnt bad. Will grab a bottle next time its on special.

I have a bottle of Cardhu Single Malt it is the base malt for all the JW blends and it is super nice.

[Fryman]

waiting for ben351 to post a picture of an aboriginal shelfing (ha!) a eb can up its anus

now theres an idea. aboriginal porn.

[Roobiks]

Not as baller as some, Hennessy XO is about as 'top shelf' as my shelf gets.
Usually just drink Hennessy Very Special though.

[Fozzy]

Has anyone tried this

http://danmurphys.com.au/media/DM/Product/140x375/708417_0_9999_med_v1_m56577569842401377.jpg

Not a huge rum drinker but it almost sounds appealing

The second limited release from the exclusive Bundaberg Master Distillers’ Collection, Port Barrel.
The Bundaberg Master Distillers’ Collective is continuously exploring ways to create great tasting rum. They used their expertise to finish special rum reserves in port barrels and then add them to a perfectly balanced blend of 6 year old rums. These port barrels are from the famous South Australia Barossa region and have been ageing port for up to 35 years. Allowing the rum the right amount of contact with port infused oak barrels is a challenging art.
The result is one that the Master Distillers’ Collective is truly proud of. Finishing the reserves in port barrels fortifies the Bundaberg Rum character and gives it a soft, rounded finish.
Bundaberg Master Distillers’ Collection Port Barrel, fortified Bundaberg Rum character with a soft, rounded finish. Perfect enjoyed on the rocks or as a classic 'old fashioned'.

[Satan]

Johnny Blue is not that crash hot. I've even mixed it with coke before :P

I also donated half a bottle to customs when I forgot it was in my onboard luggage

Green tromps it

yeah I do not rate blue at all

Gold is the my favourite blend - if I'm going to drink blends

[kiasu]

+1 to yamazaki..

bought this recently at duty free, not sure if top shelf.. comes in a wanky gold box thing.

http://static.myagency.co.uk/assets/images/2011/06/RSG_Print_ads.jpg

[mehow2g]

Not exactly top shelve but very good kills most Vodka's can even be servd neat.

http://i00.i.aliimg.com/photo/v0/114211504/ZUBROWKA_TRADITIONAL_POLISH_VODKA.jpg

[[Jacek]]

Not exactly top shelve but very good kills most Vodka's can even be servd neat.

http://i00.i.aliimg.com/photo/v0/114211504/ZUBROWKA_TRADITIONAL_POLISH_VODKA.jpg

Haha, "can even be served neat" - thats the only way to drink this Vodka in Poland, has a great taste :)

[magic1]

My top shelf that also includes some not so top shelf stuff.. Im a scotch man hence that makes up most of the bottles.

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/423491_10151371976910500_772065499_23071017_167566 1988_n.jpg

Quite the collection, maybe take a few pics of the more interesting stuff individually.


My Auntie is the General Manager of Pierro's. Always get fine bottles for birthdays/christmas etc./CSB

we need to talk! The chad, i have fixed my error.


So what makes a certain alcohol top shelf as opposed to middle or bottom shelf?

I don't drink, so have no clue when it comes to this stuff - I googled Top Shelf only to get a prank that someone plays when they don't like someone (crapping in the tank of the toilet).

I think it is what you enjoy drinking. This thread was to show what is around. Focusing on the more top end and obscure boutique alcohol


Top Shelf = Alcohol rich people drink but lower class brag about drinking like it rates them higher in society :)

I don't rate myself higher than society, just you.

if you don't want to contribute don't.


Patron and Grey Goose arnt really top shelf.

TJ, i somewhat agreed on Grey goose, although very nice. Patrons Coffee, have you had it? are you in a position to comment?


Not exactly top shelve but very good kills most Vodka's can even be servd neat.

http://i00.i.aliimg.com/photo/v0/114211504/ZUBROWKA_TRADITIONAL_POLISH_VODKA.jpg

Nice with apple juice & Lime.

neat, not so much.

[Riggs]

My top shelf does not exist, I borrow Nonno's-

http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af122/Rigggs/IMG_0387.jpg

Late last year we cracked this little gem, 4 days later it was empty...

http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af122/Rigggs/IMG_0389.jpg

[cplagz]

http://perth.westcoastcafes.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/bannister.jpg

Only the best for me!

[RS_Gav]

My top shelf that also includes some not so top shelf stuff.. Im a scotch man hence that makes up most of the bottles.

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/423491_10151371976910500_772065499_23071017_167566 1988_n.jpg


Laphroaig! Great drop. I have nearly finished a bottle of Quarter Cask. Any distillery that gives you a square foot of their land when you purchase a bottle is alright with me!

[RaGH*]

Riggs are you a fan of brandy? I got a bottle of Hennessy XO from my GF a few weeks back, and am enjoying it. Any recommendations?

[DBLDOSE]

Anyone rate any store bought limoncello?

Only have Nonno's homebrew, shit is delicious though. Would like to find a decent bottle somewhere.

[DRKWRX]

So good! I cant only drink a little though thats my problem haha second half went in one night, Im happy just drinking Remy Martin VSOP though really good for the money imo.

http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/9285/martell.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/26/martell.jpg/)

[Skitzo]

Laphroaig - DO NOT WANT!!!

Shit tastes like it should be in a medicine cabinet. I thought it was horrible.

[Joe]

Camus Extra Elegance cognac. Myself, Jarrod (redline07), Jme and Adz cracked it last week. It's amazing!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/421994_10150572377771884_665756883_9602888_5266434 92_n.jpg

My entire top shelf is all cognac.. I've got various brands and bottles, but this one certainly takes the cake.

[R3N]

Riggs are you a fan of brandy? I got a bottle of Hennessy XO from my GF a few weeks back, and am enjoying it. Any recommendations?

Paradis

[JME]

Camus Extra Elegance cognac. Myself, Jarrod (redline07), Jme and Adz cracked it last week. It's amazing!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/421994_10150572377771884_665756883_9602888_5266434 92_n.jpg


My entire top shelf is all cognac.. I've got various brands and bottles, but this one certainly takes the cake.



I got to smell it!!!

I think if you're going to qualify a top shelf 'spirit' per se, you need to have refined a palate to differentiate the subtle qualities a good spirit can offer over another. This generally equates to the good stuff costing more.

[DRKWRX]

^ I agree im going to stick to trying all the cheaper Cognacs before I buy anymore expensive ones, If you cant tell what you're tasting then its a waste of money really.

[Torquen]

http://i546.photobucket.com/albums/hh406/jshakersgmailcom/f4313caa.jpg

Extraordinaire de Camus Cognac

XO Hennessy Cognac

Snow Queen Vodka (best vodka out)

Schönbrunner Gold Liqueur: An exclusive liqueur specialty, produced from the finest ingredients according to a traditional secret recipe: selected herbs, orange distillates and XO Cognac, refined with 23-carat gold leaf. Enjoy alone or in a glass of champagne as a Goldfinger cocktail

Wild Turkey Rare Bread

[adzmerc]

Anyone rate any store bought limoncello?

Only have Nonno's homebrew, shit is delicious though. Would like to find a decent bottle somewhere.

Dude! Do yourself a favour and get some of these guys Limoncello...Best Ive had yet! Always keep a bottle in the freezer!

http://www.knightswinery.com/

The limoncello is called the Regal Knight.

They are down in Pemberton but you can get it from Celebrations on Guildford rd or order online.

Thank me later

[4R33L]

For those of you into Champagne..

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/DR1V3RS/swill010.jpg

Cristal Genuine from Monarco, Southern France

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/DR1V3RS/swill009.jpg

Moet Grand Vintage...

Havnt tried either yet, saving for my wedding in 3 weeks

[Jase]

To lazy to take pics but rocking the following at the moment



http://static3.wine-searcher.net/images/labels/71/29/the-macallan-1824-collection-whisky-maker-s-edition-single-malt-scotch-whisky-speyside-scotland-10347129.jpg
The Macallan Whiskey Makers edition, single malt, tasty as - have to go get a bottle of their 18yr as well. Would recommend anything in their range


http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRJZd3_YHby-55SuCZ5esM_PYeiPo1Y-FiJk-qrZAYD5deJr6VVLV1ZojFADg
Johnnie Blue, very good for a blended whiskey

http://www.singlemaltsdirect.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/g/l/glenfiddich18yo.jpg
Glenfiddich 18, bit more budgo but still good on the rocks

[Buckets]

Finally looks like my winter grog shipment is almost sorted. Sadly missed out on one of the releases I wanted but got everything else. Tris' some of this is headed your way.

2009 Ardbeg Supernova. Not the Advance Committee Release everyone goes ape shit for but it's basically the same release. BTW I got the release date mixed up it was the '09 release that I was talking about at and had out at yours the other night Tris.
http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/ProductImage.aspx?pc=ABGOB.NON6&w=540

2010 Ardbeg Corryreckan. This one here won 2010 Whiskey of the year. My bad.
http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/ProductImage.aspx?pc=ABGOB.NON7&w=540

2003 Bruichladdich Organic.
http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/ProductImage.aspx?pc=BRUOB.2003&w=540

Other Laddies.
http://www.bruichladdich.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Sherry_Classic_4ddd05b1c1b95.jpg

http://www.bruichladdich.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/X4_3_4ddcf907b99d5.jpg

The Ardbeg you & El' Pres can't handle has 50% less peat then this.
http://www.bruichladdich.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Octomore_4.1_167_4e6381cac1216.jpg

And the Islay Gin I was going on about.

http://www.bruichladdich.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/The_Botanist_Isl_4e6091add50cf.jpg

The payment should clear in a day or two then it's on the way in a week or so. Anything you want to add or change you've got a tad under 48hr's to let me know :)

[magic1]

i will call you.

[Skitzo]

Yo Listen up fellas!

Mrs best friend's boyfriend is havign his 21st this weekend. Few of us are pitching in to get him a decent drop of scotch. Recommendations that come with roughly a $100 price tag?

[Buckets]

$100 bucks is going to get you a 12yr old Yamazaki. It's probabaly the best easy drinking single malt not blended shit you'll get for that kind of money.

http://www.suntory.com/yamazaki/main.html

I'd assume if you're only going to spend $100 then none of you are whiskey fiend's so something like this will do just fine.

EDIT: If it has to be a Scotch not just a single malt get a bottle of 12yr Singleton of Dufftown. It's a Speyside so it's quite light and fresh for a scotch and isn't peaty at all.

[protecon]

semillon sauvignon blanc is white
LTC stands for "Little Touch of Chardonay"


the photo you have there is of cabernet sauvignon merlot blend, entirely different lol

You are correct - the LTC in the Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc blend stands for Little Touch of Chardonnay.
However, the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot LTCf pictured stands for Little Touch of Cabernet Franc and despite claims by the OP, does not contain any white grapes commonly used in red blends (such as Viognier).

[Mad_Aussie]

Buckets - I'm also a massive fan of the 'Laddie. Nice collection :D

[Buckets]

Buckets - I'm also a massive fan of the 'Laddie. Nice collection :D

It's a top up of the collection... There's more :) But yes 'Laddie is a brilliant craft distillery.

[Skitzo]

$100 bucks is going to get you a 12yr old Yamazaki. It's probabaly the best easy drinking single malt not blended shit you'll get for that kind of money.

http://www.suntory.com/yamazaki/main.html

I'd assume if you're only going to spend $100 then none of you are whiskey fiend's so something like this will do just fine.

EDIT: If it has to be a Scotch not just a single malt get a bottle of 12yr Singleton of Dufftown. It's a Speyside so it's quite light and fresh for a scotch and isn't peaty at all.

Where can i get the Yamazaki in Perth?

[Buckets]

Any major bottle shop should have it. It's not rare or hard to find. If you have trouble go to my local bottle shop.

http://www.devinecellars.com.au/AboutUs.aspx

911 Beaufort Street, Inglewood, WA
Phone: (08) 9271-9197
Fax: (08) 9370-4811
Email: info@devinecellars.com.au

If they don't have it (which I know for a fact they do) they'll get it.

[Fozzy]

Dan murphys carry Yamazaki its about 75 a bottle.

[Jase]

The Glenlivet 12 yr isnt too bad either I reckon

[Skitzo]

Any major bottle shop should have it. It's not rare or hard to find. If you have trouble go to my local bottle shop.

http://www.devinecellars.com.au/AboutUs.aspx

911 Beaufort Street, Inglewood, WA
Phone: (08) 9271-9197
Fax: (08) 9370-4811
Email: info@devinecellars.com.au

If they don't have it (which I know for a fact they do) they'll get it.

Happens to be one of my locals as well. :D

[Joe]

Rumour has it that Jarrod (redline07) has just decimated all of our top shelves with what he has been sipping on this evening.

I'll await the pictures..

[morgazmatron]

$100 bucks is going to get you a 12yr old Yamazaki. It's probabaly the best easy drinking single malt not blended shit you'll get for that kind of money.

http://www.suntory.com/yamazaki/main.html



http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2130/2120091518_3326860884.jpg

[tinto]

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hVi29guXpZk/TVJiEMuexSI/AAAAAAAAAAs/gc325iM-Eng/s1600/CultureSHARK.jpg

[mischief1]

http://img812.imageshack.us/img812/1889/dsc01480p.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/812/dsc01480p.jpg/)
Not really a bunch of top shelf, just a stockpile so i can get through my first year of marriage, having a kid etc.. =D
Use to like Royal Salutes, Cordon Blue and XOs, etc but I think I abused it too much and don't really like them anymore. Used to be into JW alot, but I'm liking Jameson now neat or mixed with some dry and a squeeze of lime.

If you like your choice of drink on the rocks but not diluted, you can get these cool ice blocks made of slate at Myer.

Friend gave me a bottle of JW Red the other day, i shuddered... going to make a great present for my friends housewarming in Rocko!

[Skitzo]

When's the house warming?

[mischief1]

*shrugs* maybe before august...

[redline07]

Just for Joe. A few bottles of this were finished off last night at a work dinner.

http://img82.imageshack.us/img82/5019/robbreport1.jpg

[Buckets]

Not a bad way to blow ~$2,500 per bottle. I know a lot of people go ape shit for Cognac but I'd rather a fine Islay single malt any day. Still properly top shelf though !

[Riggs]

I noticed all the curtains up in the showroom yesterday, thought must be a stonecutters gathering or someshit. Jealous does not quite cut it, I want to just smell it!

[Mad_Aussie]

Not exactly top shelf by any means, but Dan Murpheys have bottles of 8year Spey River for $40 at the moment. Not a bad midweek drop

http://danmurphys.com.au/media/DM/Product/140x375/706566_0_9999_med_v1_m56577569842367760.jpg

[DRKWRX]

Jelly!

[DBLDOSE]

Bought a bottle of Yamazaki today, cracked it tonight while playing some poker, and it is great. 100% sure it won't last long at all.

Any other whisky recommendations around the $100 mark?

[R3N]

Just for Joe. A few bottles of this were finished off last night at a work dinner.

http://img82.imageshack.us/img82/5019/robbreport1.jpg

Fuarkkk... Nice! To be honest though price tag isn't justified, couldn't tell much difference between this and Paradis personally

[R3N]

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo353/R3N/IMAG0467.jpg

[magic1]

http://danmurphys.com.au/product/DM_382454/the-singleton-12-year-old-scotch-whisky#Reviews

[DRKWRX]

Ren you didnt buy that Meukow from Dan Murphys southern River few days back? saw an Asian a couple people in front buying one lol Nice selection of Cognac there!

[ZedEx]

On the shelf at the moment:

https://distinctwhiskeycompany.com/media/1282605538_PappyVanWInkle20.jpg

http://scotchnoob.com/images/scotches/thomas_h_handy_rye_2011.jpg

http://static.productreview.com.au/pr.products/glenmorangie-lasanta_4cc7edafb769d.jpg

http://www.themaltreview.com/wp-content/uploads/glenmorangie12yrQuintaRuban.png

http://scotchhounds.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/lagavulin-16yo.jpg

http://greatestwhiskey.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Jack-Daniel%E2%80%99s-Gentelman-Jack.jpg

http://www.coolmarriedguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/oban.jpg

Few other <$60 Scotches/Bourbons/Absinthe's.

[R3N]

Ren you didnt buy that Meukow from Dan Murphys southern River few days back? saw an Asian a couple people in front buying one lol Nice selection of Cognac there!

Yup I did!

[R3N]

Anyone try Johnnie Walker Gold Label? How did you find it?

[Joe]

Not too bad.. the last bottle I got I didn't pay for which was a bonus, but for the coin I'm sure there are 100s of better Scotches out there.

Same goes for cognac.. for the same money as some of the bigger cognac producers, there is some mega quality gear available.

[Sebdullah]

got a bottle for christmas, for those who enjoy vodka can definately rate it

http://www.crystalskulls.com/images-sale/vodka/0609--103.jpg

[V70R]

For those of you into Champagne..

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/DR1V3RS/swill010.jpg

Cristal Genuine from Monarco, Southern France

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/DR1V3RS/swill009.jpg

Moet Grand Vintage...

Havnt tried either yet, saving for my wedding in 3 weeks

* Monaco.
the 02 Vintage of Cristal is superb.
That Moet is very average, sorry.

[V70R]

1998 + 2002 bottles of Joseph Perrier Cuvee Josephine.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DgR4jTlqi74/TGZ41jB8VCI/AAAAAAAAACA/yr8UxML1tcw/s1600/DSC01944.JPG

1988 Veuve Cliquot Grand Dame
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.luxist.com/media/2008/12/veuevriva.jpg

The rest I cbf'd posting.

[TJ]

top bottle looks like an ed hardy design

[j3rk]

got a bottle for christmas, for those who enjoy vodka can definately rate it

http://www.crystalskulls.com/images-sale/vodka/0609--103.jpg
Sooo keen to try some of this... diamond filtered because ballers vodka must touch diamonds!

[Dagon]

Johnny Blue is not that crash hot. I've even mixed it with coke before :PI've never seen what the fuss is over Blue. It tastes a *bit* better than Black, but fuck, so does a lot of stuff that costs half the price...

[Gleeso]

I've never seen what the fuss is over Blue. It tastes a *bit* better than Black, but fuck, so does a lot of stuff that costs half the price...

I've had Blue, but havnt had Black yet, or even Double Black. But I'll take your word. I guess the point of having Blue is to seem baller. :p

Vodka on the otherhand is something I cant drink a cheap bottle of. Going from cheap Vodka, to polishing off a bottle of Grey Goose on your lonesome in one night changes your taste cravings for Vodka. What else is similar to GG in taste? I cant have anything which tastes like Smirnoff. The site of that shit makes me sick.

[ASSASIN]

I have had Johnny walker Red, Black, Green, Gold, Blue, King George V and even a shot of The John Walker and to me they all taste like shit.
Yamazaki 12y is a pretty nice drop

[2LMILK]

got a bottle for christmas, for those who enjoy vodka can definately rate it

http://www.crystalskulls.com/images-sale/vodka/0609--103.jpg

i had a few glasses of this sat night, so smooth.

[James_2007]

got this as a birthday present on the weekend.
not sure if i want to open it

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g384/james_ve/Snapbucket/8A74E613.jpg

[ForgedV6]

i had a few glasses of this sat night, so smooth.

My Mrs is on her 2nd bottle of crystal head vodka. She wants to fill them with shit and decorate the house with them..... Whatever.....

Dan Aykroyd owns it apparently???

[DRKWRX]

interesting I saw it and just thought it would be a Gimic, they're like 70 bucks a bottle arnt they?

[Fozzy]

^^^ Same

[magic1]

crystal head vodka has won some awards. I'm keen to try.

[Buckets]

CSB Time

So after a bit of faffing around and a decent sized dummy spit at the Customs office on Thursday arvo these made a slightly overdue appearance today.

http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa329/johhno87/07042012749.jpg

Now when Magic1 asked me to source him something a little bit different (but not too peaty) it was pretty much an invitation to get him a bottle of rocket fuel...

http://www.bruichladdich.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/X4_3_4ddcf907b99d5.jpg

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Pretty much the only difference between the liquid James May put in the Radical and the stuff a few of us have been drinking is 3 years in a cask... (The bottled stuff is toned down ever so slightly from the X4 casks to make it legal for sale) Basically top shelf (& amazingly smooth and flavorsome) metho... :p

Fuck yo' Jonnie Walker & other mass produced fucking horsepiss!

[Gleeso]

got this as a birthday present on the weekend.
not sure if i want to open it

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g384/james_ve/Snapbucket/8A74E613.jpg

Save that one and buy another one to drink? That's what I would do.

[James_2007]

yeah thats what im thinking of doing. will pick one um in duty free as they are alot cheaper

[magic1]

so after a little wait a little Easter bunny dropped this off to me yesterday.

Firstly thanks to John (buckets) without a bit of guidance I would still think wild turkey and Mr walker was as good as it gets.

Starting with this, quite mellow and earthy drop, limited release of 15000 bottles.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-IIdE06TKrmw/T4EBQUobg1I/AAAAAAAAAZY/VsH9sHXvZfk/s640/Photo%25208-04-12%25209%252046%252001%2520AM.jpg

Big surprise packet this one, huge heat in the mouth but absolutely no burn. (and 63.5% alc content)

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-oefIz1MEmvQ/T4EBPLC0T9I/AAAAAAAAAZc/HMdTowthkE0/s640/Photo%25208-04-12%25209%252045%252009%2520AM.jpg

Then only the Sherry aged which i was most looking forward to, fragrant with a hint of 'peat'

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-16d0isF3CZc/T4EBOS9wvKI/AAAAAAAAAZQ/r-Ciw_yzovg/s640/Photo%25208-04-12%25209%252046%252050%2520AM.jpg

Finally a bit of a hard hitter, quite peaty and huge depth of flavour.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-spXBOx9ktLo/T4EBkiM-wOI/AAAAAAAAAZo/GHZ_kBeYDQc/s640/Photo%25208-04-12%25209%252047%252020%2520AM.jpg


On a foot note the Bruichladdich distillery has a fascinating history, check out some of the you tube vids kicking around.

[Fozzy]

Bah should have got on board this order!

[Buckets]

Bah should have got on board this order!

I've got another order planned for next few weeks as I'm going to increase my stock of a few releases and a few people missed the cut off for the last order.

[Fozzy]

Will keep my eyes peeled

[DBLDOSE]

Where do you boys get your harder to find stuff from?

Looking to grab a couple of 'starter' single malts I guess you would call them.

Old Pulteney 12
Caol Ila 12
Highland Park 12

I can get the Highland from Dan Murphys, but no dice with the others.

Also, is it worth picking up a glencairn glass if I'm just starting out, have just been drinking from a small wine glass.

[S133LTR]

got this as a birthday present on the weekend.
not sure if i want to open it

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g384/james_ve/Snapbucket/8A74E613.jpg

Polished off a bottle of london gold medal about a month ago.. Once I opened it, it was gone in four days.. Best jacks drop Ive had.. Im chasing the LosAngeles gold medal atm.

[OmEg_A7]

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/getsideways86/7402715006/" title="Bruichladdich single/single by getsideways86, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7078/7402715006_4bce850f4c_c.jpg" width="800" height="534" alt="Bruichladdich single/single"></a>

For the Bruichladdich lovers here, got a chance to visit the Distillery a month or so ago, also got to meet Jim McEwan too.
Got to bottle my own straight from the cask, bottle number 4XX/640.

Another nice Islay drop was from a smaller newer distillery called Kilchoman. Their 100% Islay expression I found quite nice.

To the guys who imported stuff from scotland etc what are the ins and outs of bringing alcohol into Australia?
Bruichladdich have options to buy a cask, which they will store for 12 years (i think its 12) you can also opt to age it for longer at an additional cost.
They also bottle it and label it for you at the end of its maturation.
Was considering doing this for a bit of fun and for a nice drop in 12-20 years.

[RS_Gav]

^ Massively jelous!
I would be happy to have the drip bucket bottled for me!

[Buckets]

Fuck this I'm going to Scotland !

[Sebdullah]

crystal head vodka has won some awards. I'm keen to try.

can bring to ribs

[Buckets]

To the guys who imported stuff from scotland etc what are the ins and outs of bringing alcohol into Australia?
Bruichladdich have options to buy a cask, which they will store for 12 years (i think its 12) you can also opt to age it for longer at an additional cost.
They also bottle it and label it for you at the end of its maturation.
Was considering doing this for a bit of fun and for a nice drop in 12-20 years.

Given that the import duty far, far out weighs the price of the actual product it will be super expensive.

[magic1]

http://www.bruichladdich.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Octomore_4.1_167_4e6381cac1216.jpg

[Jazza]

Should I post my 2 bottles of 1L absolute vodka vanilla I got for 22 Euro here or?

[Butcher]

Should I post my 2 bottles of 1L absolute vodka vanilla I got for 22 Euro here or?

^^^^ it's vanilia.

[j3rk]

crystal head vodka has won some awards. I'm keen to try.

If you do an order on this I want to try! Or anyone know where I can get it from?

[magic1]

dan murphys

[stumps.]

http://www.bruichladdich.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Octomore_4.1_167_4e6381cac1216.jpg

I heard octomom was coming to aus

[magic1]

I heard octomom was coming to aus

who with?

[TheChad]

Doesn't octomum do porn or something now?

[R3N]

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo353/R3N/Untitled-1.jpg

Rémy Martin XO Premier Cru - only available from Duty Free

[Chivalry]

Guess you wouldn't exactly call it 'top shelf' but wondering if anyone has seen any of this stocked anywhere here?

http://sadamamarket.ee/user_upload/213372622.jpg

[Fr3d]

Taking advantage of exotic liqueur's. A Plum liqueur infused with herbs that are meant to relax, boost the immune system and reduce allergic reactions. Damn nice stuff

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-j9Vm5bocEMw/T3Fi7lUrYhI/AAAAAAAAHTI/MJ_g-lAyW2k/s1600/Umeshu+with+Sisho.JPG

[Jumanji]

http://blog.thewhiskyexchange.com/wp-content/postpics/2009/04/LRGOB_25YOV1.jpg

Laphroaig Islay single malt scotch whiskey my Dad bought me, shit is rocket fuel. Comes with a square foot with deed and papers for Islay.

[magic1]

http://blog.thewhiskyexchange.com/wp-content/postpics/2009/04/LRGOB_25YOV1.jpg

Laphroaig Islay single malt scotch whiskey my Dad bought me, shit is rocket fuel. Comes with a square foot with deed and papers for Islay.

nice jim beam you have there.

[magic1]

i just got my............

http://www.abbeywhisky.com/prodimages/BruichladdichOchdamh-mor-Octomore-250.jpg

it would appear the bottle has a leak.

[Buckets]

http://www.examiner.com/images/blog/replicate/EXID31244/images/Jim_Beam_lecellier-nl.jpg

Laphroaig Islay single malt scotch whiskey my Dad bought me, shit is rocket fuel. Comes with a square foot with deed and papers for Islay.

Gav_RS likes this.

[Jumanji]

nice jim beam you have there.

why u ragging on me?

[magic1]

why u ragging on me?

I forgot my italics

:D

[waxdass]

http://blog.thewhiskyexchange.com/wp-content/postpics/2009/04/LRGOB_25YOV1.jpg

Laphroaig Islay single malt scotch whiskey my Dad bought me, shit is rocket fuel. Comes with a square foot with deed and papers for Islay.

Worst scotch ever.

[RS_Gav]

Gav_RS likes this.

Absolutely nothing wrong with Jim Beam or that bottle of 25yo Laphroaig. That would be a $500 bottle of scotch.

Keen to meet this Gav_RS mate of yours too Buckets... Sounds like a top bloke.

[Jumanji]

Worst scotch ever.

didnt complain when the roofies were in there...

[Torquen]

http://thenzwhisky.com/shop/img/p/8-16-large.jpg

24yo NZ Whiskey :D

[magic1]

http://thenzwhisky.com/shop/img/p/8-16-large.jpg

24yo NZ Whiskey :D

Hyacinth

have you tried this?

[Torquen]

Yeah, they have this neat little wine/spirits bar in Queenstown (NZ) where you can try exy beverages in small quantities before you buy them :)

Awesome tasting whiskey, but it's hot. Barrel proof which is around 56%.

[YOUR MATE]

I thought the Skull Head vodka was just a gimmick at the price it is. If it's drinkable then I am going to order a few bottles. Will look mint in the bar and can tell people that a Ghostbuster makes it.

[magic1]

I thought the Skull Head vodka was just a gimmick at the price it is. If it's drinkable then I am going to order a few bottles. Will look mint in the bar and can tell people that a Ghostbuster makes it.

Its very good.

in other news

http://www.bruichladdich.com/news/laddie-news/bruichladdich-remy-cointreau-agreement

fuckedy fuck fuck fuck carrots fuck your fortified grape juice fuck cognac fuck

[Buckets]

Time to buy up bulk stocks over the next few years. It's actually quite sad to see the last Islay distillery fall back in the foreign/corporate ownership.

[huggy_b]

My little fledgling collection of which one just passed muster for the BBQ master

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/c6a65672.jpg

and I added to it today with this

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/9defe81d.jpg

Probably somewhat middle to slightly under top shelf.....

[R3N]

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo353/R3N/IMAG0819.jpg

Meukow XO, Camus XO Elegance, Remy Martin XO, Louis Royer XO, Otard XO, Martell Cordon Bleu, Camus XO, Godet XO

[magic1]

Looking forward to your grape drink evening.

[Riggs]

When is the house warming?

[Gr3mlin]

Revival!

Does anyone know where I can pick up some Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old within Perth? Not fond of ordering it online.

Went and bought a few during the last week!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/250119_4269092402261_1247621977_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/423703_4264456926377_364595826_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/403976_4211499962486_1504644440_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/548054_4246912447776_617940837_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/526700_3793618595713_134063943_n.jpg

[huggy_b]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/576877_10151278100273969_645913584_n.jpg


Just a standard Saturday night in Huggydale.......

[Poktrokt]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/576877_10151278100273969_645913584_n.jpg


Just a standard Saturday night in Huggydale.......

Standard?? not sure about you but the events due to the alcohol were NOT standard!

[Buckets]

Standard?? not sure about you but the events due to the alcohol were NOT standard!

Most people don't say anything and try and avoid the subject after they get up to comical mischief while somewhat over refreshed... It's almost as if you'd like the world to see your break dancing skills, if so I'm happy to oblige ;)

[huggy_b]

Most people don't say anything and try and avoid the subject after they get up to comical mischief while somewhat over refreshed... It's almost as if you'd like the world to see your break dancing skills, if so I'm happy to oblige ;)

Videos that don't deserve their own thread?

[Buckets]

Videos that don't deserve their own thread?

I think they're thread worthy myself...

[adrenalin]

Canadian club 12 year is my fav drink at moment.

Value for dollar cant be matched

[SimonR32]

Canadian club 12 year is my fav drink at moment.

Value for dollar cant be matched

Just cracked another bottle of that the other night...

Once upon a time I got a 20 year old CC bottle in Singapore duty free. It was mint! Pissed now because I didn't realise it was such a limited run :(

[DRKWRX]

was anniversary on weekend good excuse to get pissed, shit iphone photo... cant go wrong with the Remy Martin vsop for the money.

http://imageshack.us/a/img9/592/29836910151171259207162.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/9/29836910151171259207162.jpg/)

[thrtytwo]

Jim beam honey (last page) is fucking dirt, tastes like frangelico or something. doesn't even come close to American honey. not that either would be top shelf...

[Alt_F4]

Picked this up on the way back from the Singapore F1 trip :D

http://img.thewhiskyexchange.com/l/irish_jam17.jpg

[dnl777]

o0o I do like Jameson, Haven't tried any of the better batches, can you describe it?

How much better is it than the standard?

[Bomber]

Thank you SW33T

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh230/phizzle24/IMG_1586.jpg

[Crammit]

Cheers to Tristan for importing the Blanton's Silver Edition. It's delicious as is the new Patron XO Cafe Dark Cocoa which I found in Singapore
http://i45.tinypic.com/344w1l0.jpg

[huggy_b]

Also grabbed a couple of grape juices last week in a thinly veiled attempt to impress Quack if he ever ventures into Huggydale.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/grapedrank.jpg


The "cork" on the Courvoisier is really bloody heavy, like its made from lead - I'm pretty sure that means its quality! Or possibly mean I'll get lead poisoning......

[R3N]

The Courvoisier is my daily sip :) Yes the cork is very heavy, could do some damage that's for sure

[magic1]

The Courvoisier is my daily sip :) Yes the cork is very heavy, could do some damage that's for sure

you got back in.............

[huggy_b]

Cheers to Tristan for importing the Blanton's Silver Edition. It's delicious as is the new Patron XO Cafe Dark Cocoa which I found in Singapore
http://i45.tinypic.com/344w1l0.jpg

Hey Tristan - is this the "Blantons" that you and I siphoned out and replaced with Real McCoy? LOL

[Buckets]

The Courvoisier is my daily sip :) Yes the cork is very heavy, could do some damage that's for sure


you got back in.............

Either that or they've given the reffo's internet access in Nauru. Are you actually back Quack or was the visa saga a big troll ?

[Dagon]

Bought some Crystal Head vodka a little while ago.....
It was DAMN smooth, but ultimately... was just vodka =p
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/96/Crystal_Head_Bottle_Shot.jpg/220px-Crystal_Head_Bottle_Shot.jpg

Bottle is now being used for a higher purpose ;-)

[jr]

http://www.esquire.com/features/drinking/scotch-pronunciation-guide-5836909#v963655796001

give these a go

[Joe]

Brew-witch-lad-ditch

[Buckets]

Brew-witch-lad-ditch

Yes Joe it is fucking delicious and what would you like me to order for you ?

[Adam]

Slightly offtopic (or not) but can anyone source Yamazaki whisky? or even Nikka whisky.

Made an order with Dan's, they stock the 12 year old of Yama at $90 a pop but it looks like they have dried up completely..

[Bomber]

Slightly offtopic (or not) but can anyone source Yamazaki whisky? or even Nikka whisky.

Made an order with Dan's, they stock the 12 year old of Yama at $90 a pop but it looks like they have dried up completely..
Last I saw it (Suntory Yamazaki 12yo) nearly 3 weeks ago at Dan Murphys in Kenwick. Not super recent but worth a phone call...

[Buckets]

Devine Cellars in Inglewood.

[huggy_b]

Slightly offtopic (or not) but can anyone source Yamazaki whisky? or even Nikka whisky.

Made an order with Dan's, they stock the 12 year old of Yama at $90 a pop but it looks like they have dried up completely..

Not sure where in this wide world you are, but they are showing "low stock" in Midland and Kelmscott Dan Murphy's.

[Dagon]

The "cork" on the Courvoisier is really bloody heavy, like its made from lead - I'm pretty sure that means its quality! Or possibly mean I'll get lead poisoning......Ye olden "crystal" wine glasses used to be made with a high lead content. That's changed now that we know what the shit does to you...

In other news, check this out:
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/dawesville/antiques-collectables/jack-daniels-collection-well-below-replacement-cost/1006850255
"Replacement eBay price is 12K" worth of old and 'special-'vintage bottles of Jack Daniels. Pics are worth a look... the alcohol would probably superfantastic, but worth 8k....? Doubtful

[Jmoore]

Bought some Crystal Head vodka a little while ago.....
It was DAMN smooth, but ultimately... was just vodka =p
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/96/Crystal_Head_Bottle_Shot.jpg/220px-Crystal_Head_Bottle_Shot.jpg

Bottle is now being used for a higher purpose ;-)

Fun fact - its by Dan Aykroyd of Blues Brothers / Ghostbusters fame.

[Dagon]

Indeed it is. They also claim that it's triple-filtered through carbon (as all semi-decent vodka is) but also fitered through "diamond" (actually Herkimer diamond (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herkimer_diamond), a type of quartz). Whether that improves it much is debatable... as I said, it's damn smooth, but ultimately nothing special.

It's funny how many musos get into making alcohol.... Maynard from TOOL makes wine, Marilyn Manson makes absynthe, Dan Ackroyd makes vodka...

[Adam]

Not sure where in this wide world you are, but they are showing "low stock" in Midland and Kelmscott Dan Murphy's.

Thanks for checking something I didn't already check, I've also been into the Kelmscott store mid last week and they had nothing on the shelf with no ETA of more stock in.

[Lasoya]

What shops local sell the Jack daniels 1915 Gold medal london england, ive got one atm i got from duty free, i want to buy another and leave it unopened, also where did you get that silver select from?

[Miami]

Not all top shelf, but had to empty out the pantry, and decided to lay out the collection nicely and see exactly what I had tucked away.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/664389_10151057027331467_360595270_o.jpg

Can probably tell I'm a bit of a Scotch fan. Glenfarclas 25yr old is definitely the pick of the bunch. Lagavulin 16yr old isnt bad, and I'm a huge fan of the Laphroaig. Crystal decanter was a present from the missus, is holding Aberlour 10yr old, which I probably won't buy again (hence it's in the decanter for sharing). In the back there is one of those Johnnie Walker box sets, with the 200mL bottles of Black, Gold, Green, and Blue.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/664389_10151057027346467_536532259_o.jpg

On the lookout for a vintage drinks trolley/bar to set it all up on, have already got some nice crystal glasses and a silver drinks platter to display as well.

Coming into summer I'll probably start picking up a few more gins too - beginning with the bottle of Hendricks thats on its way home from duty free as we speak.

[Missile]

^ gumtree has an ok selection of old trolleys. I had a similar idea and, and was looking for one with large front wheels.

[huggy_b]

What shops local sell the Jack daniels 1915 Gold medal london england, ive got one atm i got from duty free, i want to buy another and leave it unopened, also where did you get that silver select from?

Generally you find them only in Duty Free - I haven't seen them locally, although I have seen them on fleabay now and then.

[huggy_b]

Thankyou to my little whisky fairy, the collection of Bruichladdich is looking fairly reasonable.....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/whisky.jpg

The Octomore 5.1 is sensational. Good chance I'll be ordering more......

[R3N]

Octomum! How much are the Sherry Classic ones? That's probably the only one apart from the Barley one that I can remember that I like.

[huggy_b]

Octomum! How much are the Sherry Classic ones? That's probably the only one apart from the Barley one that I can remember that I like.

Top of my head its around the $90 - $100.

[bird]

Not sure if it's top shelf, but courtesy of tristan's recommendation;

http://i.imgur.com/M0DGn.jpg

[Fozzy]

Highland Park is on my to buy list. But I have 10 open singles at the moment so holding off for a while..

Be interesting to see what you think.

[huggy_b]

Not sure if it's top shelf, but courtesy of tristan's recommendation;

http://i.imgur.com/M0DGn.jpg


I thought the Bird top shelf would be your collection of Ralph Lauren polo tops and aviator sunglasses?

[Buckets]

Our collective whisky addiction is clearly Chief Scotch Whisky Critic Tristan's fault... He's corrupting everyone !

(Don't for a fucking second think this means you can keep my fucking 5.1 !)

[huggy_b]

I'm now awaiting the release of the highly anticipated Bere Barley from the Brew Witches.


(Don't for a fucking second think this means you can keep my fucking 5.1 !)

Lets hope your 5.1 doesn't spring a leak in your absence. If it does, I'll make sure Tristan collects it in a glass for safe keeping.

[magic1]

http://sphotos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/664490_10151061567335887_432627204_o.jpg

squirrel mode engaged!

[Miami]

Does anyone know a good bottle-shop in Perth (pref SOR) that stocks a decent range of bitters?

I'm particularly after Fee Bros Aztec Chocolate bitters, having had an excellent Old Fashioned at Rockpool. Also interested in trying celery/grapefruit bitters in gin mixes.

[TJ]

http://distilleryimage9.s3.amazonaws.com/9f2ddfda19ee11e2990322000a1e8ad2_7.jpg

http://distilleryimage0.s3.amazonaws.com/e9177e9419ee11e283fe22000a1fa511_7.jpg

[bird]

^ 151. Bad times.

[TheChad]

Does anyone know a good bottle-shop in Perth (pref SOR) that stocks a decent range of bitters?

I'm particularly after Fee Bros Aztec Chocolate bitters, having had an excellent Old Fashioned at Rockpool. Also interested in trying celery/grapefruit bitters in gin mixes.

we have a few different bitters behind the bar at the Raffles, I suggest you contact the liquor merchants (the bottleshop next door) and see what they have/what they can get

[TJ]

^ 151. Bad times.

Something something diabetic coma something something emergency ward

[Gr3mlin]

http://distilleryimage9.s3.amazonaws.com/9f2ddfda19ee11e2990322000a1e8ad2_7.jpg


What's the statue one on the right?

[OmEg_A7]

http://sphotos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/664490_10151061567335887_432627204_o.jpg

squirrel mode engaged!

How the shit do you get that through customs?

[Buckets]

How the shit do you get that through customs?

Making sure Huggy_B has absolutely fuck all to do with it is usually a good start.

[huggy_b]

Making sure Huggy_B has absolutely fuck all to do with it is usually a good start.

Can't even mount an argument against this.......well played good sir.

[Miami]

we have a few different bitters behind the bar at the Raffles, I suggest you contact the liquor merchants (the bottleshop next door) and see what they have/what they can get

Cheers, will give them a try.

Worse comes to worse, any chance you can get a couple of extra bottles added to your next stock order?

[huggy_b]

Got a couple to try this weekend, the rum is made by patron (hence the same bottle) - will be interesting to see how it tastes, it is fairly highly rated.....even if it is just a rum :D
The cognac I got just to tease Keuk.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/grog.jpg

[hako]

Patron bottles are square, bro.

[huggy_b]

Fair call, should have said similar. FWIW, the rum was pretty good.

[ReaperSS]

Maybe some good stuff here...

http://www.auctions.com.au/auctions/2012/11/28/wa-police-unclaimed-and-forfeited-property-auction.html#0

[Sciflyer]

Maine Liquor

GEH belmont.

[TheChad]

pyrat is pretty decent, fucking excellent for the price point though!

[huggy_b]

With drinking season right upon us, I decided to get a girly looking bottle of gin for myself and a fancy looking bottle of vodka for the wife (made by Patron from grain and potato).

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/GVineFloraisonWeb_enl.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/bottle.png

Not sure what to expect, mixed reviews for both......

[BLACK HULK]

http://i1041.photobucket.com/albums/b415/Xavier_Keenan/IMAG0521.jpg
Have any of you tried U'Luvka vodka. I've got a bottle sitting at home waiting for me

[ForgedV6]

Any stores stock that locally? Or online only?

[BLACK HULK]

If you're talking about the vodka I couldn't find anywhere that stocks it. Had to order online.

[ForgedV6]

If you're talking about the vodka I couldn't find anywhere that stocks it. Had to order online.

Yep, referring to the Vodka, sorry i forgot to put ^^^^

Need a different drop of Vodka for the Mrs xmas present. Where did you order that online? I recognise the symbol on the bottle. Do they make small bottles that are flavoured differently also?

[huggy_b]

Yep, referring to the Vodka, sorry i forgot to put ^^^^

Need a different drop of Vodka for the Mrs xmas present. Where did you order that online? I recognise the symbol on the bottle. Do they make small bottles that are flavoured differently also?

The other vodka I was looking at for wifey was precious vodka - seems to be well regarded in reviews, and the presentation is pretty swish (each bottle gets a natural gemstone as well).

Stumbled across it on fleabay of all places....

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PRECIOUS-VODKA-/110947012229

[BLACK HULK]

I got it from big time wines they have a few different ones on there. Good service too.

[westy]

I bought a bottle of Johnnie Walker XR the other day along with a bottle of Platinum. I tried the XR the other day and it tasted no better then Red Label. I had it over ice but not sure if I did it right (now Goggled it and it was saying add water to the mix). I'm trying to stay loyal (easier to just tell people what colour) to Johnnie Walker but was disappointed. I was expecting near on Blue.

[Gr3mlin]

I bought a bottle of Johnnie Walker XR the other day along with a bottle of Platinum. I tried the XR the other day and it tasted no better then Red Label. I had it over ice but not sure if I did it right (now Goggled it and it was saying add water to the mix). I'm trying to stay loyal (easier to just tell people what colour) to Johnnie Walker but was disappointed. I was expecting near on Blue.

Thinking of picking up the XR or going a bit higher and getting the King George :D

[ForgedV6]

I’ve always thought it was ok to drink whisky with 10% water which is 1 or 2 ice blocks.

Dan Murphies latest catalogue had these rocks that you keep in the freezer and drop into your whisky and they don’t dissolve.

Is that where the saying “on the rocks” comes from? I think the penny has finally dropped!

[huggy_b]

You shouldn't need to use ice in a nice whisky (according to my whisky custodians). Some whisky's benefit from a drop or two of water......like eye dropper "drops".

I have some of those cool rocks for my rum where I want to cool it off a bit but not dilute it. No issues with using it in whisky though, just not around "purists" :p

[MadDocker]

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_trksid=p3907.m570.l1311&_nkw=whiskey+stones&_sacat=0&_from=R40

[Sebdullah]

should always be room temperature water, same applies to scotch

[NoOg_sTaR]

It also should be noted not all whiskies/scotch benefit from cracking aka adding a eye droplet of water.

Some of the Islay whiskeys I have had are great uncracked at cask strength. The moment I cracked it the peaty characteristics became a bit too over whelming. Blended stuff doesn't appear to be affected anywhere near as much, but regardless try it straight.

[westy]

Thinking of picking up the XR or going a bit higher and getting the King George :D

I want to get that next. I will still probably have it by the time my oldest son is of legal drinking age (now 6) with the amount I drink, so will be money well spent, I think.

Will try the hints for it on Saturday.

[magic1]

Ask yourself the question

Why spend hundreds on a blend when u can spend less on a single malt?

Is it the jonnie walker marketing sucking you in?

[huggy_b]

Ask yourself the question

Why spend hundreds on a blend when u can spend less on a single malt?

Is it the jonnie walker marketing sucking you in?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/whisky_stones_600.jpg

Johnnie Walker blue, with rocks

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/wombat01/loldinos-come-at-me-bro.jpg


But he is right, for the $500 spent on a bottle of King George, you could get 2 or 3 really good single malts. And keeping whisky for a long time doesn't "age" it as such, 99.97% of the aging is done in the barrels and not in the bottle - it doesn't work like wine does. So if you want a really aged bottle, buy like a 30 or 40yo single malt - that'll probably take care of the $500 pretty easily.

[Miami]

Just be careful with those cool rocks - have been known to scratch glasses up.

[ForgedV6]

The rocks are chilled right? Yet people are saying room temperature is the only way. Fuck drinking scotch is full of decisions!

[MadDocker]

Pour, drink. The rest is just bullshit.

[Dagon]

You shouldn't need to use ice in a nice whisky (according to my whisky custodians).

Humans can't process taste very well when things are very cold or very hot, for neurological reasons as well as simple chemistry reasons.

The further away something is from room temperature, the less you are actually tasting it... simple as that.

It's the reason people cry how much they love ice-cold beers like EB... no-one actually likes the taste of it, so they have to mask it with cold, and since it's a cold drink that gets you drunk, it's refreshing... but just because it's refreshing doesn't mean it tastes nice at all...

[-Luke-]

Probably not a great deal on the list that the forum Booze Hags would consider Top Shelf, but there may be a bargain to be had.


http://www.auctions.com.au/auctions/2012/12/01/major-beer-wine-spirits-and-premix-auction/catalogue.html

[azzada1]

I bought a pack of those rocks with my johnnie walker blue the other day, they seem to cool it without getting really cold.
I've never really been a straight whiskey drinker so I was expecting to struggle but it went down quite well.
What single malt scotch would you recommend?

[huggy_b]

So that G'vine gin is bloody amazing, probably the best gin I have tried. Not the cheapest stuff getting around at ~$100 a bottle, but if you like your gin, I'd recommend it.

[jmp]

After a recent trip overseas I managed to pick this up in duty free. Royal Salute 38 year old!
http://i.imgur.com/LMsmu.jpg?1?1543

[V70R]

The rocks are chilled right? Yet people are saying room temperature is the only way. Fuck drinking scotch is full of decisions!
You keep them in the freezer.

[findingnewo]

http://www.goodeal.com.sg/imgs/products_imgs/LOMRM.png

Picked up some of this in India... 700ml bottle... $2.80

[SircatmaN]

Pour, drink. The rest is just bullshit.

Sorry to necropost but I totally agree. As mentioned before cracking with a bit of water opens up a lot of the flavor and scent of a good whiskey, personally I prefer mine cold and like it with a small amount of ice, you get the raw flavor to start and as the ice melts other flavors become apparent. I don't like those rock things tbh, but really you drink whiskey because you like the taste, not to look cool to elitist snobs who follow instructions that they read on the internet, if you like it warm drink it warm, if you like it cold drink it cold.
If you drink a certain way to impress people who most likely don't even drink whiskey themselves then stop wasting your time.

[ReaperSS]

Im no drinker but it looks like some topshelf stuff up for auction. Should go cheap as....
http://www.auctions.com.au/auctions/2013/03/13/wa-police-unclaimed-and-forfeited-property-auction.html#0

First 5 images

[Buckets]

I'm not a huge Cognac fan but I don't mind Paradis. I might pop down and try and pick it up.

[huggy_b]

Im no drinker but it looks like some topshelf stuff up for auction. Should go cheap as....
http://www.auctions.com.au/auctions/2013/03/13/wa-police-unclaimed-and-forfeited-property-auction.html#0

First 5 images


I'm not a huge Cognac fan but I don't mind Paradis. I might pop down and try and pick it up.

Paging Dr Quack............

[R3N]

ooer... FUCK

4th one is a fucking Louis. Would buy all 4. Who's keen to go down? Just next to my new office as well!

[Joe]

Yeah I'm fucking keen!

My uncle has been chasing a bottle of Richard for a while, I'm sure he'll sling a grand or so at it if he needs to..

[R3N]

Sorry... it is a Richard, not Louis. I'd be happy with the Paradis and/or the Extra

[magic1]

settle down boys.........

i would be checking the retail on these before bidding and sticking under this. on speaking to auctioneers last year (was there for deli slicer) people get excited and pay more than what it's worth.

[Buckets]

Those are or are close to four figure bottles Tris. I'd not look at bidding anything over $500 for the Paradis.

[Joe]

settle down boys.........

i would be checking the retail on these before bidding and sticking under this. on speaking to auctioneers last year (was there for deli slicer) people get excited and pay more than what it's worth.

Don't worry, I've got all the shelf pricing from a customer of mine :) I'm aiming at half the price or less, as you don't know how these things have been stored.

Jon, I'd be aiming at $300 or less for the Paradis.. new, they're between $500-$600.

[R3N]

Jon, I'd be aiming at $300 or less for the Paradis.. new, they're between $500-$600.

What Giuseppe said. I wouldn't pay more than $300 for that. Jon, want to go halves?

[magic1]

u will not get it for 300, some clown will pay full retail.

[Riggs]

I'm keen

[R3N]

I'm keen

I will give you a "call out" to do a carpet quote in the area

[mys1]

I'm on RNR :) keen to bid on a few things!

[Damo 69]

http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p530/strap69/20130218_172807_zps4e9ef2e5.jpg


enjoying this at the moment, i find this delicious 3 fingers of tiger snake a dash of water and 3 ice cubes. christmas present - longest a bottle of whiskey has ever lasted for me.

i am a rookie at the whole neat drinking, usually mix with coke, however after this experience i will look into expanding my interests