Liqour/Whiskey/Bourbon Master Thread

[grodnoking]

Haven't had a chance to taste the 14 yet but I'm hearing raving reviews about it.

Had it Thursday night. IMHO Good taste, not as good smoothness. But not bad.

[Eliyohu]

The "smoothness" is that of bourbon do to the bourbon cask but i very much enjoyed the taste

[EJB]

Had it Thursday night. IMHO Good taste, not as good smoothness. But not bad.

Had it right when it came out and did not like it. Not smooth and bland taste IMO. I like bourbons and reg scotches better.

anyone here have a recommendation, Glenfiddich 14 or 15? 14 yr costs about $10 more than 15yr bc its got a hechsher on it.

Not sure if that's why it's $10 more or bc it's a recent release. Where I found it it was cheaper than the 15y, though, at $50.

[keepsmiling123]

Not sure if that's why it's $10 more or bc it's a recent release. Where I found it it was cheaper than the 15y, though, at $50.

Where?

[sky121]

I need some Pear Brandy for a gift. Pref with the pear in the bottle. Anyone know of a kosher one that fits the bill? TIA

[benjie1305]

I need some Pear Brandy for a gift. Pref with the pear in the bottle. Anyone know of a kosher one that fits the bill? TIA

Nor sure about kosher bc my not so frum friends drink this but they do say its great >> https://www.france44.com/kammer-kirsch-pear-brandy-with-pear-in-brandy

[benjie1305]

I prefer Kirsch and tend to go with Etter and I believe they also have Birne (pear) but don't know about the pear being in the bottle.

[sky121]

Nor sure about kosher bc my not so frum friends drink this but they do say its great >> https://www.france44.com/kammer-kirsch-pear-brandy-with-pear-in-brandy

Thanks! I've actually seen this bottle before myself.
Wonder if it's officially on any of the lists. I'll have to check out the European sites.

[sky121]

I prefer Kirsch and tend to go with Etter and I believe they also have Birne (pear) but don't know about the pear being in the bottle.

I'm a Kirsch fan myself.
Something I get from my Zaidy I suppose.

[benjie1305]

I'm a Kirsch fan myself.
Something I get from my Zaidy I suppose.

It's the Austrian in me. I will "cherish" it forever (even if most people I offer it to in the US can't stand it).

[efflpetzel]

St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
anyone know if this is kosher

Any update on this ?

It really is amazing BTW

[E-MAN]

Where?

Bump

[nafnaf12]

Any update on this ?

It really is amazing BTW

umm how do we know its amazing?
and i gave up on mine

[thaber]

seems to be a machlokes CRC and Star K regarding general quidelines on tequila.

CRC: There are four types of tequila: Blanco (white/silver), Oro (brown/gold), Reposada (aged) and Anejo (extra aged). [Unflavored] Blanco is recommended without hashgachah, but the other three require certification to avoid concerns that flavor, color, and glycerin were added.

Star K: Tequila (Anejo, Resposado, Gold)
Certification status: Acceptable WITHOUT Certification
Description: Anejo, Reposado, Gold
Excluding : Flavored Tequila, when a worm is present or when labeled with the words "Burdeos, Sherry, Post, Madeira, Oloroso, Sauterne, Shiraz, Dual Cask Finish, or Double-Matured

Tequila (Blanco, Silver, White)
Certification status: Acceptable WITHOUT Certification
Description: Blanco, Silver, White
Excluding : Excluding Flavored Tequila or when a worm is present.

Does anyone have an explanation?

[grodnoking]

What's the best very cheap (around $20) bourbon?

[mek]

What's the best very cheap (around $20) bourbon?

At that price four roses is a decent choice

[SamKey]

What's the best very cheap (around $20) bourbon?

Buffalo Trace

[Yikes2179]

Corner creek is excellent - i think it's around 27-28 though

[TorontoGuy]

Evan Williams Single Barrel (2000 vintage), Barrel No. 1, 43.3% has a 95 rating and a MSRP of $26.00. Good luck finding it.

[MosheP]

Bird Dog is great for $18.99