Well?
Raspberry ice tea with ice :-*
lemonade!
dj
Quote from: Siedler on April 07, 2007, 11:29:54 AM
Raspberry ice tea with ice :-*
Very nice, and a happy, but I believe late birthday to you.
Right now, some sparklink water....strawberry flavored.
Water. 8)
Coffee. :)
Taste the difference
Freshly squeezed smooth orange juice
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Keep refrigerated. Once opened consume within 2 days.
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Lightly pasteurised for longer lasting freshness.
•Although this orange juice has a high sugar content, all of these sugars are found naturally in the fruit.
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Jack Daniel's. Been drinking that poison the last couple of days; i'm sick of being drunk, but i do insomnia (havent sleep in 72 hours), and you know how being really tired plays with your nerves: something strong is needed to calm things down. >:(
Out tonight for some great Thai food - had a couple of Singha beers!
(http://thaiderm.roambiz.com/images/SINGHA_BEER.gif)
Speaking of Dutch beers,I remember drinking Orangetree many years ago.I haven't seen it in the shops lately though.
French roast coffee.
My late morning/afternoon beverage on many days - :)
(http://www.jeffersondavis.us/photos/uncategorized/earl_grey.jpg)
Quote from: SonicMan on April 09, 2007, 03:58:25 PM
Out tonight for some great Thai food - had a couple of Singha beers!
I had a couple of those delicious things just last night, at this charming little restaurant: Tiny Thai (http://www.tinythainyc.com/). :D
--Bruce
low-fat milk
Quote from: Bill on April 07, 2007, 11:36:49 AM
Very nice, and a happy, but I believe late birthday to you.
Right now, some sparklink water....strawberry flavored.
Thank you, Bill. :)
Quote from: SonicMan on April 12, 2007, 11:09:16 AM
My late morning/afternoon beverage on many days - :)
(http://www.jeffersondavis.us/photos/uncategorized/earl_grey.jpg)
Seriously dude....Bigelow? Sorry, but I had to say it.
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on April 12, 2007, 02:05:26 PM
Seriously dude....Bigelow? Sorry, but I had to say it.
Allan, sorry, I do like 'Earl Grey' tea - so, ask my wife to buy me some for the office, that's what I get! :-\ Please recommend another brand - and remember, need convenience, i.e. in a bag; I also love a good 'green' tea; thus, how about some convenient 'tea' suggestions from all? Thanks. ;D :D
Water all day.
White wine [Chardonnay] in the evening.
Occasionally a soy chai latte.
Gave up coffee a few years ago.
Don't like tea much.
Lindemans Kriek
(http://www.merchantduvin.com/images/brewery_art/lindeman_art/lindeman_glass.gif) (http://www.liquidsolutions.biz/product/images/lindemens-kreik.gif)
Quote from: Bunny on April 12, 2007, 03:41:52 PM
Lindemans Kriek
(http://www.merchantduvin.com/images/brewery_art/lindeman_art/lindeman_glass.gif) (http://www.liquidsolutions.biz/product/images/lindemens-kreik.gif)
nice bunny, moving up in the world......what flavor is this? raspberry...??
Dr. Pepper. 8)
A nice cup of Colombian coffee. I'm a bit of a coffee addict, to be honest. Not that I never stop drinking coffee, but more that I'm addicted to coffee itself. Hopefully getting a new Gaggia machine soon ;D
Quote from: Robert on April 12, 2007, 08:07:26 PM
nice bunny, moving up in the world......what flavor is this? raspberry...??
Sorry, but Kriek means cherry. This is a wonderful lambic cherry beer that I first tasted in Belgium. I was delighted when it arrived in my local supermarket. ;D
Quote from: Don Giovanni on April 14, 2007, 04:58:03 AM
A nice cup of Colombian coffee. I'm a bit of a coffee addict, to be honest. Not that I never stop drinking coffee, but more that I'm addicted to coffee itself. Hopefully getting a new Gaggia machine soon ;D
I'd love to know which machines you are considering. I have a Grimac commercial model machine that uses the espresso pods. It also has a cappucinatore (highly recommended device) which sucks the milk out of the carton and delivers foam and microfoam at the touch of a button. It's my no fuss no muss expresso, a perfect shot each time. :D
(http://www.espressosystems.net/EQUIPMENT/GRIMAC/IMAGES/terry%20bordeaux.jpg)
Looks cool! I'll post some pictures later.
Quote from: Bunny on April 14, 2007, 06:00:23 AM
Sorry, but Kriek means cherry. This is a wonderful lambic cherry beer that I first tasted in Belgium. I was delighted when it arrived in my local supermarket. ;D
They make many different fruit flavored beers....Im sure the kriek you drank in belgium is different than the bottle you are presently drinking.....
Quote from: Robert on April 14, 2007, 08:24:27 AM
They make many different fruit flavored beers....Im sure the kriek you drank in belgium is different than the bottle you are presently drinking.....
Yes, there are many different flavors of beer, including raspberry; but I'm allergic to raspberries and blackberries and any other berries that look like raspberries so I don't go near those beers.
The flavor of the beer I had abroad and the one at my market are not that different. The alcoholic content may be a bit lower, but that's fine afaic. The taste still has that wonderful intense cherry flavor tempered by the bitterness of the hops. I also have a case of Timmerman Kriek that was shipped to me by one of my husband's business associates from Antwerp, but that doesn't have the same intensity of flavor.
Quote from: Bunny on April 14, 2007, 11:16:06 AM
Yes, there are many different flavors of beer, including raspberry; but I'm allergic to raspberries and blackberries and any other berries that look like raspberries so I don't go near those beers.
The flavor of the beer I had abroad and the one at my market are not that different. The alcoholic content may be a bit lower, but that's fine afaic. The taste still has that wonderful intense cherry flavor tempered by the bitterness of the hops. I also have a case of Timmerman Kriek that was shipped to me by one of my husband's business associates from Antwerp, but that doesn't have the same intensity of flavor.
FYI... The best kriek and fruit beers brewed in this country by New Glarus Brewing Company, New Glarus, Wisconsin. I wish I were able to obtain some. Believe me, I have tried...Unfortunately they just seem to ship within Wisconsin...
Quote from: Hollywood on April 14, 2007, 02:51:50 AM
Dr. Pepper. 8)
In Vienna??? :o Das gibts nicht ;D
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on April 14, 2007, 11:38:27 AM
In Vienna??? :o Das gibts nicht ;D
Sarge
You mean they haven't shipped any Dr Pepper stout or porters to Germany yet???? I guess they can't stand the competition....
Quote from: Robert on April 14, 2007, 11:39:57 AM
You mean they haven't shipped any Dr Pepper stout or porters to Germany yet???? I guess they can't stand the competition....
The Germans employ battalions to patrol the borders, sniffing out any drink that doesn't meet the purity law (
Reinheitsgebot). Dr. P doesn't qualify ;D
Sarge
Kiwifruit-flavoured cider (Upcider Frozen Kiwi)
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on April 14, 2007, 11:46:05 AM
The Germans employ battalions to patrol the borders, sniffing out any drink that doesn't meet the purity law (Reinheitsgebot). Dr. P doesn't qualify ;D
Sarge
Well they better tighten up those ranks Sarge and close up those holes because they about to be breached. ;D
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Quote from: Bill on April 14, 2007, 11:53:17 AM
Well they better tighten up those ranks Sarge and close up those holes because they about to be breached. ;D
Looks like we'll have to call in the reserves!
Sarge
Picked up some Victory Storm King for tonight. Looking forward to it. I've read some great stuff about it but never found it till now.
(http://www.geocities.jp/tcvjun/Beer/VictoryStormKingStout.jpg)
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on April 14, 2007, 04:19:02 PM
Picked up some Victory Storm King for tonight. Looking forward to it. I've read some great stuff about it but never found it till now.
(http://www.geocities.jp/tcvjun/Beer/VictoryStormKingStout.jpg)
Allan
K I L L E R 8)
Quote from: Robert on April 14, 2007, 11:35:59 AM
FYI... The best kriek and fruit beers brewed in this country by New Glarus Brewing Company, New Glarus, Wisconsin. I wish I were able to obtain some. Believe me, I have tried...Unfortunately they just seem to ship within Wisconsin...
The Lindemans beers are distributed world wide. Perhaps you can obtain some of those. They are world famous.
Last night: Dogfish Head India Pale Ale
This morning: Home roasted Cona brewed in a Vac Pot
Tonight: A Spanish Almansa (Red)
Quote from: Bunny on April 14, 2007, 08:26:02 PM
The Lindemans beers are distributed world wide. Perhaps you can obtain some of those. They are world famous.
absolutely, trader joes carries them and just got in the larger bottles....my wife loves them, chilling as we speak we have a peach and an apple.......care to join us....
Quote from: E d o on April 15, 2007, 08:35:12 AM
Last night: Dogfish Head India Pale Ale
This morning: Home roasted Cona brewed in a Vac Pot
Tonight: A Spanish Almansa (Red)
dogfish head nice but the question is are you worthy of a STONE ARROGANT BASTARD ALE?? ;D
Quote from: toledobass on April 14, 2007, 04:19:02 PM
Picked up some Victory Storm King for tonight. Looking forward to it. I've read some great stuff about it but never found it till now.
Love that brew! And their Hop Devil IPA is absolutely delicious, too.
--Bruce
I rate Stone IPA slightly higher than Dogfish. Problem is it's harder to find on the E. coast and often not as fresh. Sure wish they put the packaging date on the bottles. I haven't had an Arrogant Bastard in quite a while and can't recall my opinion. It seems Imperial IPA has really taken off as an official beer style in the U.S. My head insists on reminding me the next day that I should drink less Imperial IPA than the standard version. I was in Ashland Oregon recently where I had a really lovely IIPA at the Standing Stone Brewpub (not related to Stone in San Diego).
Quote from: E d o on April 16, 2007, 08:24:30 AM
Sure wish they put the packaging date on the bottles.
Isn't that the truth! Some brews do, but I wish all of them did. Great avatar, by the way -- Maria Falconetti as Jeanne d'Arc, yes?
--Bruce
"Last night: Dogfish Head India Pale Ale"
Which one? The 90-minute is one of my top 3 beers of all time. I like it more than their more expensive 120-minute, and definitely more than the 60-minute. But let's be honest, none of these are true IPAs, too much malt. "American-style IPA", maybe, which I think is better than true British India Pale. They do have another beer that I like, despite being an oddity: Raison d'être. Quite good, and not overly flavoured. Probably the only flavoured beer I like, normally I'm not into that sort of stuff.
Stone's a great brewery, Arrogant Bastard is worth trying. I got it because of the label, I couldn't resist. It's pretty darn good. Tons of hops, offset by tons of malt. Just more of everything. Double Bastard was a bit much, though, bordering on a hoppy barley wine or something. I thought the taste suffered. They have a porter that's not bad, either; it's not Samuel Smith's Oatmeal Stout (which is really more like a dark, dark porter), but it's good.
I did a tasting once that featured Victory's Storm King. I think it was my favourite of the lot that day. I don't think I put it on my "To Buy Again" list, though. But keep in mind, I've never had more than 1 and a half beers within a 24 hour period before (or the equivalent of other alcohol). I hate the sensation of being buzzed (which happened once off a big glass of Grand Marnier), and can't comprehend what drunk must be like. So my list is by necessity pretty small. Storm King was pretty good though, I remember.
I just finished the last of my Samuel Adams Döppelbock. Those with a Germanic tastemay hate it: "Hey, where's the hops?!". I treat it like drinking dessert. Prepare for malt assault. Maybe it's overkill, but boy, is it tasty. But if you try to drink 2 in a row, you'd probably be sick from the sweetness.
Mild rant time: people and their European imports. I don't think European beers dominate pure US beers any more. Fine, maybe this is a very recent development, but get with the times folks! There's even one major mainstream Reinheitsgebot brewery (Samuel Adams is, isn't it?), and some of their stuff is damn fine. You've got places like those being mentioned here: Dogfish Head, Stone, Three Floyds. Some of this is just great. My problem is, someone will rave about something, "Oh, it's an import", stick their nose up. Well if they like it, great, but it's always some pilsner and it's wrecked. Let's be honest here, Heinecken, which is super popular in the USA, does not survive fresh. It's skunked every time or, awfully, shipped in a METAL CAN. No, no, no. I realise now I'm sounding like a snob, but it just tastes like crap. I hear it's fantastic in Nederland. Awesome. If I'm ever there, I'll probably try it. But guess what? The USA ain't Nederland. And the yeast balance they use is so delicate that it can't last the journey across the ocean. Pilsners do not last. My uncle says Pilsner Urquel is the best pilsner he ever had.. but he comes back to the USA and says they're all bad. No kidding. But people here still buy it and go crazy over how great it is, when it's ruined. Then again, give me a skunked clean beer over something like Budweiser any day, so I suppose I know where they're coming from. I only wish they'd realise that there are US breweries now competing on equal footing with their older European rivals. If you think they're not even now, then you're behind the times. Maybe only 15 years behind, but still you're out of date.
New Rules: Dark Bottles only. Especially for lighter stuff. Period.
Refridgerate every single second until it reaches the customer's hand. Again, especially for lighter stuff. I was disappointed to discover even Merchant du Vin (sp.) doesn't do this.
Bruce,
Good call it is Maria Falconetti from Jeanne d'Arc. What a great film. Way ahead of it's time.
Josh,
I mostly drink the 60 and sometimes the 90 min IPA. The 120 is just a bit too strong for me. The interesting thing about American IPA is that it's closer to what the British shipped to the troops in India way back when the style came to be. The higher alcohol and hop bitterness acted as a preservative, protecting the beer on it's long clipper ship voyage to India. For a long time IPA in England was barely distinguishable from bitter or pale ale. American micro's are having some influence these days but in England tax is paid on alcohol content so there is incentive to keep it low.
What I've been calling "American IPA" seems less hoppy to me than the British IPAs I've had. I didn't realise that in England the tax was based on the alcohol level, though. I'm guessing that what I was tasting in the American IPA was offset by increased malt and alcohol, masking the hops to some extent. I've become more interested lately in how increased malt or hops, either one, can offset the high amounts of the other. So, if you increase the hops a lot, it will get really hoppy and bitter, but if you increase the malt along with it, oftentimes it won't even taste more bitter when you drink it. Hey, more is better! The awful US cheap breweries that make the pseudo-beer are out to sell you the cheapest, closest thing to water that they can and con you into liking it (ie. the whole "ice cold to numb the taste buds is good" thing). Breweries that buck this trend with the real deal can experiment with more and more all they want. And maybe they overstep now and then, such as DH's 120-minute. But the good that comes out of experimenting is worth it.
Quote from: bhodges on April 16, 2007, 08:23:24 AM
Love that brew! And their Hop Devil IPA is absolutely delicious, too.
--Bruce
Bruce,
You Devil, I never knew you were into craft beers......You have Brooklyn brewing there. Have you tried their chocolate stout?
Quote from: E d o on April 16, 2007, 08:24:30 AM
I rate Stone IPA slightly higher than Dogfish. Problem is it's harder to find on the E. coast and often not as fresh. Sure wish they put the packaging date on the bottles. I haven't had an Arrogant Bastard in quite a while and can't recall my opinion. It seems Imperial IPA has really taken off as an official beer style in the U.S. My head insists on reminding me the next day that I should drink less Imperial IPA than the standard version. I was in Ashland Oregon recently where I had a really lovely IIPA at the Standing Stone Brewpub (not related to Stone in San Diego).
You should have visited Rouge brewery in Oregon.....Arrogant is pretty aggressive beer. Im sure if you had one you would remember. Its pretty unique. about 7.5%
Quote from: JoshLilly on April 16, 2007, 08:41:09 AM
"Last night: Dogfish Head India Pale Ale"
Which one? The 90-minute is one of my top 3 beers of all time. I like it more than their more expensive 120-minute, and definitely more than the 60-minute. But let's be honest, none of these are true IPAs, too much malt. "American-style IPA", maybe, which I think is better than true British India Pale. They do have another beer that I like, despite being an oddity: Raison d'être. Quite good, and not overly flavoured. Probably the only flavoured beer I like, normally I'm not into that sort of stuff.
I am not a big fan of Sam Adams....Stone's a great brewery, Arrogant Bastard is worth trying. I got it because of the label, I couldn't resist. It's pretty darn good. Tons of hops, offset by tons of malt. Just more of everything. Double Bastard was a bit much, though, bordering on a hoppy barley wine or something. I thought the taste suffered. They have a porter that's not bad, either; it's not Samuel Smith's Oatmeal Stout (which is really more like a dark, dark porter), but it's good.
I did a tasting once that featured Victory's Storm King. I think it was my favourite of the lot that day. I don't think I put it on my "To Buy Again" list, though. But keep in mind, I've never had more than 1 and a half beers within a 24 hour period before (or the equivalent of other alcohol). I hate the sensation of being buzzed (which happened once off a big glass of Grand Marnier), and can't comprehend what drunk must be like. So my list is by necessity pretty small. Storm King was pretty good though, I remember.
I just finished the last of my Samuel Adams Döppelbock. Those with a Germanic tastemay hate it: "Hey, where's the hops?!". I treat it like drinking dessert. Prepare for malt assault. Maybe it's overkill, but boy, is it tasty. But if you try to drink 2 in a row, you'd probably be sick from the sweetness.
Mild rant time: people and their European imports. I don't think European beers dominate pure US beers any more. Fine, maybe this is a very recent development, but get with the times folks! There's even one major mainstream Reinheitsgebot brewery (Samuel Adams is, isn't it?), and some of their stuff is damn fine. You've got places like those being mentioned here: Dogfish Head, Stone, Three Floyds. Some of this is just great. My problem is, someone will rave about something, "Oh, it's an import", stick their nose up. Well if they like it, great, but it's always some pilsner and it's wrecked. Let's be honest here, Heinecken, which is super popular in the USA, does not survive fresh. It's skunked every time or, awfully, shipped in a METAL CAN. No, no, no. I realise now I'm sounding like a snob, but it just tastes like crap. I hear it's fantastic in Nederland. Awesome. If I'm ever there, I'll probably try it. But guess what? The USA ain't Nederland. And the yeast balance they use is so delicate that it can't last the journey across the ocean. Pilsners do not last. My uncle says Pilsner Urquel is the best pilsner he ever had.. but he comes back to the USA and says they're all bad. No kidding. But people here still buy it and go crazy over how great it is, when it's ruined. Then again, give me a skunked clean beer over something like Budweiser any day, so I suppose I know where they're coming from. I only wish they'd realise that there are US breweries now competing on equal footing with their older European rivals. If you think they're not even now, then you're behind the times. Maybe only 15 years behind, but still you're out of date.
New Rules: Dark Bottles only. Especially for lighter stuff. Period.
Refridgerate every single second until it reaches the customer's hand. Again, especially for lighter stuff. I was disappointed to discover even Merchant du Vin (sp.) doesn't do this.
I also am not a big fan of Sam Adams....Samuel Smiths oatmeal stout is excellent. If you want a porter you should try their Taddyporter.. For Porters I like Anchor, Stone smoked porter and Alaskan smoked Porter. For stouts I like Sierra Nevada, Anderson valley oatmeal stout...I like rouge imperial stout....amongst others.....
Hennessy and coke on the rocks
Irish breakfast tea.
MInt Tea.
Allan
"Samuel Smiths oatmeal stout is excellent. If you want a porter you should try their Taddyporter.. For Porters I like Anchor, Stone smoked porter and Alaskan smoked Porter. For stouts I like Sierra Nevada, Anderson valley oatmeal stout...I like rouge imperial stout....amongst others....."
I like your taste! Sam Smith's Taddy Porter is indeed exceptional, as is most everything they make (I think they are my favourite brewery, all told). Anchor is great also, as is Stone's stuff. Rogue too... but you've given me a new one. Anderson Valley Oatmeal is not known to me. I'm on the lookout. Thanks!
Quote from: Robert on April 16, 2007, 09:49:57 PM
Bruce,
You Devil, I never knew you were into craft beers......You have Brooklyn brewing there. Have you tried their chocolate stout?
;D Oh yes, love good, interesting and unusual beers. I do like Brooklyn's products, especially their India Pale Ale and Lager, but have not tried the chocolate stout -- not for any particular reason, just haven't gotten around to it -- although generally I like ales slightly more than stouts. But I have met very few beers I didn't like (except "light" beers, which I don't hate -- I just think they're a waste of time).
--Bruce
Brooklyn makes some fine beers especially their Saison, IPA & Wheat offerings but be aware that the bottled products, save for the new No.1 (Belgian style Golden Ale) in the big corked bottle are made in Utica and not Brooklyn. IMO they are not as good so go for the draft products.
Quote from: E d o on April 17, 2007, 06:50:48 AM
Brooklyn makes some fine beers especially their Saison, IPA & Wheat offerings but be aware that the bottled products, save for the new No.1 (Belgian style Golden Ale) in the big corked bottle are made in Utica and not Brooklyn. IMO they are not as good so go for the draft products.
I always try to seek out draft beers. Once you get hooked on them, anything in a bottle seems like a second choice. One of my favorite places in NYC (aside from Friday or Saturday nights, when it's a zoo) is The Ginger Man, on East 36th Street. They have almost 70 beers on tap! I first tasted a pumpkin ale there (very good), as well as a blueberry-flavored beer (OK, but not as "blueberry" as I expected). Their selection is usually pretty amazing.
The Ginger Man (http://www.gingerman-ny.com/)
--Bruce
Quote from: JoshLilly on April 17, 2007, 05:29:55 AM
"Samuel Smiths oatmeal stout is excellent. If you want a porter you should try their Taddyporter.. For Porters I like Anchor, Stone smoked porter and Alaskan smoked Porter. For stouts I like Sierra Nevada, Anderson valley oatmeal stout...I like rouge imperial stout....amongst others....."
I like your taste! Sam Smith's Taddy Porter is indeed exceptional, as is most everything they make (I think they are my favourite brewery, all told). Anchor is great also, as is Stone's stuff. Rogue too... but you've given me a new one. Anderson Valley Oatmeal is not known to me. I'm on the lookout. Thanks!
Josh I believe only west coast for Anderson Valley. I know my brother who lives in Florida could not find it there.....worth seeking out......You can find out about them and many other breweries at www.beeradvocate.com......
Quote from: E d o on April 17, 2007, 06:50:48 AM
Brooklyn makes some fine beers especially their Saison, IPA & Wheat offerings but be aware that the bottled products, save for the new No.1 (Belgian style Golden Ale) in the big corked bottle are made in Utica and not Brooklyn. IMO they are not as good so go for the draft products.
I have never had any of their beers. Just what I read about.......They don't distribute out here in the west.....I read alot about Garrett Oliver there brewmaster....
Quote from: bhodges on April 17, 2007, 06:57:40 AM
I always try to seek out draft beers. Once you get hooked on them, anything in a bottle seems like a second choice. One of my favorite places in NYC (aside from Friday or Saturday nights, when it's a zoo) is The Ginger Man, on East 36th Street. They have almost 70 beers on tap! I first tasted a pumpkin ale there (very good), as well as a blueberry-flavored beer (OK, but not as "blueberry" as I expected). Their selection is usually pretty amazing.
The Ginger Man (http://www.gingerman-ny.com/)
--Bruce
Bruce
My brother sent me an article about them in the New York times about two months ago....We are lucky out here in the west coast to have Yardhouses...They have 120 beers on tap......salute'
Quote from: Robert on April 17, 2007, 08:49:51 AM
They have 120 beers on tap.....
:o :o :o
Clearly I'm overdue for a visit out there... ;D
--Bruce
Quote from: JoshLilly on April 16, 2007, 08:41:09 AM
I just finished the last of my Samuel Adams Döppelbock. Those with a Germanic tastemay hate it: "Hey, where's the hops?!". I treat it like drinking dessert. Prepare for malt assault. Maybe it's overkill, but boy, is it tasty. But if you try to drink 2 in a row, you'd probably be sick from the sweetness.
Today in the NY Times they review Doppelbocks, and sorry to say your Sam Adams didn't even make the top 10. Here's the list:
Ettaler Curator Dunkler $3.50 *** 1/2
Doppelbock Germany 16.9 ounces
Wonderfully fragrant, with aromas of malt, flowers and spices; complex and
delicious. (Importer: B. United International, Redding, Conn.)
Augustiner Maximator $2.30 *** 1/2
Doppelbock Germany 12 ounces
Thick, rich and bottomless with flavors of coffee, malt and anise; balanced and dry. (Global Village Imports, King of Prussia, Pa.)
Einbecker Mai-Ur-Bock Germany $1.90 ***
11.2 ounces
Amber-colored, sedate and malty, balanced by refreshing bitterness from hops. (B. United International, Redding, Conn.)
Hirsch Doppelbock Germany $3.75 ***
16.9 ounces
Sweet, malty and earthy, yet lively, fresh and balanced.
(HDT Importers, Portland, Ore.)
Paulaner Salvator $1.75 ***
Doppelbock Germany 12 ounces
Rich and spicy, with complex flavors of malt, coffee and caramel.
(Star Brand Imports, White Plains, N.Y.)
Ayinger Celebrator $3.85 ***
Doppelbock Germany 11.2 ounces
Rich and malty with smoky, roasted flavors of coffee, spice and caramel.
(Merchant du Vin, Tukwila, Wash.)
Moretti La Rossa Double Italy $1.55 ***
12 ounces
Richly flavored with caramel, smoke and anise; sweet malt turns dry at the end. (Star Brand Imports, White Plains, N.Y.)
Weihenstephaner Korbinian $2.50 ***
Doppelbock Germany 16.9 ounces
Sumptuous, balanced flavors of malt, fruit and caramel.
(Bavaria House, Wilmington, N.C.)
Sprecher Dopple Bock $8 ***
Glendale, Wis. 22 ounces
Rich, sweet, creamy, complex and balanced with subtle hop flavors.
Hofbrau Munchen $2 ** 1/2
Maibock Germany 16.9 ounces
Amber-colored with rich, malty sweetness balanced by a hoppy bitterness. (Hess Beer Importers, Moorestown, N.J.)
WHAT THE STARS MEAN:
Ratings range from zero to four stars and reflect the panel's reaction to the beers, which were tasted with names concealed. The panelists this week are Eric Asimov; Florence Fabricant; Richard Scholz, an owner of Bierkraft in Brooklyn; and Lew Bryson, managing editor of Malt Advocate magazine. The tasted beers represent a selection generally available in groceries, supermarkets and beer distributorships. Prices are those paid in the New York region.
Multi tap bars can be problematic. If a place has 120 taps most of them are sitting idle and beer that has sat in a plastic beer line for an extended amount of time just doesn't taste as good as it could. Also beer lines need to be cleaned periodically with a warm caustic solution and if a bar has a really large number of lines I suspect they are less likely to clean them regularly. This is why I skip Gingerman in NYC. My prefered watering holes are (in order):
1. Spuyten Duyvil (359 Metropolitan Ave. Brooklyn)
2. Blind Tiger (281 Bleeker St.)
3. Mugs Alehouse (Brooklyn)
4. dBa (1st Ave bet. 2nd & 3rd st)
5. Old Town (Mostly because it's the oldest bar in NYC and just down the block from Academy Records on
18th St.)
Quote from: E d o on April 18, 2007, 12:15:32 PM
Multi tap bars can be problematic. If a place has 120 taps most of them are sitting idle and beer that has sat in a plastic beer line for an extended amount of time just doesn't taste as good as it could. Also beer lines need to be cleaned periodically with a warm caustic solution and if a bar has a really large number of lines I suspect they are less likely to clean them regularly. This is why I skip Gingerman in NYC. My prefered watering holes are (in order):
1. Spuyten Duyvil (359 Metropolitan Ave. Brooklyn)
2. Blind Tiger (281 Bleeker St.)
3. Mugs Alehouse (Brooklyn)
4. dBa (1st Ave bet. 2nd & 3rd st)
5. Old Town (Mostly because it's the oldest bar in NYC and just down the block from Academy Records on
18th St.)
Interesting, and makes sense...thank you. PS, I like Old Town, too, and for the same reasons you note. Have only been to Blind Tiger once (very good) and d.b.a. a couple of times (also great, except when very crowded = noisy).
--Bruce
Quote from: Bunny on April 18, 2007, 08:23:14 AM
Today in the NY Times they review Doppelbocks, and sorry to say your Sam Adams didn't even make the top 10. Here's the list:
Ettaler Curator Dunkler $3.50 *** 1/2
Doppelbock Germany 16.9 ounces
Wonderfully fragrant, with aromas of malt, flowers and spices; complex and
delicious. (Importer: B. United International, Redding, Conn.)
Augustiner Maximator $2.30 *** 1/2
Doppelbock Germany 12 ounces
Thick, rich and bottomless with flavors of coffee, malt and anise; balanced and dry. (Global Village Imports, King of Prussia, Pa.)
Einbecker Mai-Ur-Bock Germany $1.90 ***
11.2 ounces
Amber-colored, sedate and malty, balanced by refreshing bitterness from hops. (B. United International, Redding, Conn.)
Hirsch Doppelbock Germany $3.75 ***
16.9 ounces
Sweet, malty and earthy, yet lively, fresh and balanced.
(HDT Importers, Portland, Ore.)
Paulaner Salvator $1.75 ***
Doppelbock Germany 12 ounces
Rich and spicy, with complex flavors of malt, coffee and caramel.
(Star Brand Imports, White Plains, N.Y.)
Ayinger Celebrator $3.85 ***
Doppelbock Germany 11.2 ounces
Rich and malty with smoky, roasted flavors of coffee, spice and caramel.
(Merchant du Vin, Tukwila, Wash.)
Moretti La Rossa Double Italy $1.55 ***
12 ounces
Richly flavored with caramel, smoke and anise; sweet malt turns dry at the end. (Star Brand Imports, White Plains, N.Y.)
Weihenstephaner Korbinian $2.50 ***
Doppelbock Germany 16.9 ounces
Sumptuous, balanced flavors of malt, fruit and caramel.
(Bavaria House, Wilmington, N.C.)
Sprecher Dopple Bock $8 ***
Glendale, Wis. 22 ounces
Rich, sweet, creamy, complex and balanced with subtle hop flavors.
Hofbrau Munchen $2 ** 1/2
Maibock Germany 16.9 ounces
Amber-colored with rich, malty sweetness balanced by a hoppy bitterness. (Hess Beer Importers, Moorestown, N.J.)
WHAT THE STARS MEAN:
Ratings range from zero to four stars and reflect the panel's reaction to the beers, which were tasted with names concealed. The panelists this week are Eric Asimov; Florence Fabricant; Richard Scholz, an owner of Bierkraft in Brooklyn; and Lew Bryson, managing editor of Malt Advocate magazine. The tasted beers represent a selection generally available in groceries, supermarkets and beer distributorships. Prices are those paid in the New York region.
Alot of these beers I am not familiar with...I can tell you that CELEBRATOR is in my top five of all time. I always have a few bottles chilling.....What say you SARGE......You should be familiar with quite a few of these.....
Quote from: E d o on April 18, 2007, 12:15:32 PM
Multi tap bars can be problematic. If a place has 120 taps most of them are sitting idle and beer that has sat in a plastic beer line for an extended amount of time just doesn't taste as good as it could. Also beer lines need to be cleaned periodically with a warm caustic solution and if a bar has a really large number of lines I suspect they are less likely to clean them regularly. This is why I skip Gingerman in NYC. My prefered watering holes are (in order):
1. Spuyten Duyvil (359 Metropolitan Ave. Brooklyn)
2. Blind Tiger (281 Bleeker St.)
3. Mugs Alehouse (Brooklyn)
4. dBa (1st Ave bet. 2nd & 3rd st)
5. Old Town (Mostly because it's the oldest bar in NYC and just down the block from Academy Records on
18th St.)
I agree with that...Yardhouse pumps tonage....I would say out of 120 taps I drink maybe 8 consistently. I know they clean their lines all the time....once a keg is empty they clean the line before taping another keg...I watch them do it all the time. The slow movers get replaced....Would you believe me if I told you the top three beers bud miller lite and coors.....in this case an uneducated consumer is their best customer....I can also tell you that stouts and porters are their slowest movers and guiness is their best tapping stout....Myself its like drinking colored water.....Its terrible....I was very disappointed when they dropped the anchor porter but replaced it with stone smoked porter...I like the stone but liked the anchor more.....
Bailey's on ice
Planeta, a sicilian chardonnay. Simply fabulous.
Right now, I am having a Goats do Roam Syrah/Pinotage blend.
My passions are the following:
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(well, the most excting tea I've tasted is an egyptian quality anyway)
(http://www.ferrero.it/hidimg/ferrero_estathe_limone_1.jpg) -----> practically an addicted, drink at least one bottle a day
espresso coffee
milk with mint syrup added
Believe it or not, vegetable juice everyday (nearly)--cabbage, carrot and parsley, sometimes with celery or an added cucumber.
ZB
I have a beer once to every other week. Other than that it's water, tea, coffee and diet soda for me. :)
VK Kick Ice :-[
Howdy folks,
It's time for some warm weather cocktails. I'm gonna revisit the old fashioned and for something new I'm gonna try some cocktails made with cachaça. I've never actually had a caipirinha so that's probably where I'll start. Anyone have any nice refreshing drinks that include cachaça? Bruce? you out there? Anything to suggest cachaça wise or summer drink wise?
Allan
Hoegaarden Grand Cru, top Belgian beer, and it taste absolutely cru!
Eating some nuts with it. After a large amount of classical cd's, that had a spin in my player, I deserved that right? ;D
Quote from: Harry on May 11, 2007, 01:01:47 PM
Hoegaarden Grand Cru, top Belgian beer, and it taste absolutely cru!
Eating some nuts with it. After a large amount of classical cd's, that had a spin in my player, I deserved that right? ;D
Harry
May I join You?
Quote from: Robert on May 11, 2007, 01:42:29 PM
Harry
May I join You?
Absolutely my friend, I have lots of bottles here! ;D
Quote from: Harry on May 11, 2007, 01:49:09 PM
Absolutely my friend, I have lots of bottles here! ;D
Thank you, Soon its off to the yardhouse....Hoegaarden white is all they serve there. I will have to suffer with that. They have just added Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout and Celebrator Double Bock. It will be difficult but I will try and work my way thru those also......Have a great weekend....My regards home....
Robert
Harry: never really was that fond of Hoegaarden. I'm currently drinking Chimay red, my favourite of the Belgian beers (except maybe for its sister white).
Quote from: The Mad Hatter on May 13, 2007, 02:18:34 PM
Harry: never really was that fond of Hoegaarden. I'm currently drinking Chimay red, my favourite of the Belgian beers (except maybe for its sister white).
I love the BLUE
Quote from: The Mad Hatter on May 13, 2007, 02:18:34 PM
Harry: never really was that fond of Hoegaarden. I'm currently drinking Chimay red, my favourite of the Belgian beers (except maybe for its sister white).
Well hey if you don't like the Grand Cru, the more there is for me, so I don't really mind my friend. ;D
Chimay? Drunkards, the whole lot of ye. $:)
OK, I did drink a couple of "Blue"'s once, too. Didn't get much else done that day.
Czech beers I think are the best of mainstream beers, particularly Budweiser. Not to confused, of course with the watered-down American Bud.
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IMHO, the best mainstream beer in the world. Pilsener Urquell, Cerovice or Staropramen I also like.
I'm not fond of many products from my home soil, but German beers, especially the local and regional beers that you won't get in supermarkets everywhere are pretty darn good.
"Schlappe Seppl" (I don't quite know how thi translates into English) is a beer from the smallish German town of Aschaffenburg (40(?) miles south of Frankfurt).
(http://www.tilmanbremer.de/Bierlese/schlappeseppel.gif)
It's on the smooth side (the farther you get South in Germany, the smoother and sweeter the beer), but with plenty of character.
Lately, I've turned towards "unfiltered" beers, which are even smoother.
Once a year I'm in the UK. I survive even a bad evening's PROM with an overpriced can of Carling, a pretty good British beer.
Of ale's Newcastle Brown Ale ("The Dog") is available in Germany, too (but best from the casket), and I quite like it.
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Thomas
In Philadelphia over the weekend, I had Victory Prima Pils (on tap), a really tasty, thirst-quenching pilsner new to me. Victory's Hop Devil is one of my faves...glad to discover another good one from this brewery.
(http://victorybeer.com/images/beer_pp.jpg)
--Bruce
Quote from: Robert on May 13, 2007, 03:44:38 PM
I love the BLUE
Heh, the blue's a little too dry for me...
Quote from: Harry on May 13, 2007, 10:40:37 PM
Well hey if you don't like the Grand Cru, the more there is for me, so I don't really mind my friend. ;D
So everyone's happy then :D
St. Peters Creme Stout and Sierra Nevada Porter are my current beers of choice.
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Diet Coke, as usual.
Quote from: bwv 1080 on May 14, 2007, 10:55:03 AM
St. Peters Creme Stout and Sierra Nevada Porter are my current beers of choice.
Have you ever tried the Anchor porter or the Sierra Stout???
Quote from: Robert on May 14, 2007, 12:03:25 PM
Have you ever tried the Anchor porter or the Sierra Stout???
Anchor Porter yes, Sierra Stout, no
Hot Darjeeling
After August-like weather in April and early May, it's turned cold here and Mrs. Rock requested comfort food for dinner. I made a Dublin Coddle but instead of drinking Guinness, we drank a German Schwarzbier (black beer): Köstritzer, one of the most famous German brews (Goethe reportedly loved it).
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Enjoying it as a nightcap too ;D
Sarge
Black beers are a special treat. My favour goes to the brown belgian 'bières spéciales'. That's the term they use to mark an alcohol content of 6% or more. Whenever I go to Belgium I'm in for a two week drink-o-thon (2 a day, each time a different one).
Among the lighter brews, I love the 'white' ones, such as La Blanche de Bruges. This is not a single brand, but a type of beer. There are dozens and dozens of Blanche, all produced around Bruges. They are light (4-4.5%), slightly acidulous and extremely refreshing. Perfect for a hot summer day.
This is today's nectar we're having for supper 8):
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Here's a boulevardier from last night:
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Cheers,
Allan
Darjeeling.
"Hollywood" needs a Dr. alright. But NOT Dr. Pepper. The Dr. she should look for is Dr. Brown. Creme or Black Cherry - Even the diet versions are great. Liquid Heaven!!
Oh, we long since brewed the Colorado variety, Bill! Delicious it was, too!
Quote from: karlhenning on June 08, 2007, 11:35:45 AM
Oh, we long since brewed the Colorado variety, Bill! Delicious it was, too!
When we hit Fraser, CO this fall for a long weekend, I will be sure to net you some more. Earlier, a large cup of:
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At 42 I have finally discovered coffee.....and am I ever enjoying it. (Gives a shout out to David Ross.)
Tried two white wines yesterday, both from South Africa.
Superb value for money is the Neil Ellis 2006 Groenekloof Sauvignon Blanc.
(http://www.edelrausch.de/tycon/pic.php?imgurl=%2Fmedia%2Ffiles%2FProdukte%2FWeine%2FSuedafrika%2Fneil-ellis-sauv.bl.-web.jpg&width=250&height=500)
About 11-12 Euro per bottle, of medium body, with fairly noticeable gooseberry flavor and lively but well-integrated acid.
More "controversial" IMHO is the more expensive Meerlust 2005 Chardonnay, priced at round 17-19 Euro.
(http://www.shiraz-und-co.de/pic/ZA-CH-0035-05p.jpg)
Like so many of its kind, this Chardonnay has strong overtones of resin, which can really be a matter of love or hate. Strong and characterful, but defnitely less "accessible".
Thomas
South African wines are among the best around, and Meerlust is an excellent label. If you like reds, you might try the Merlot or Rubicon, both delicious. I haven't had Neil Ellis, but have had many others (mostly reds) and virtually all have been quite good.
--Bruce
I'm generally a Shiraz fan, I like reds that are both powerful but smooth, favoring Australian Shiraz with blackberry flavors.
None better than this (at least up to € 20, which is my limit):
(http://www.penfolds.com.au/promotions/ee/images/bin/product-bin-28.jpg)
Thomas
Quote from: sound67 on August 10, 2007, 12:43:19 PM
I'm generally a Shiraz fan, I like reds that are both powerful but smooth, favoring Australian Shiraz with blackberry flavors.
None better than this (at least up to € 20, which is my limit):
That's what I drink more than anything else these days (Shiraz) and often Penfolds. My favorite "everyday wine" is Wyndham Estate Bin 555, and it is (amazingly) around $8 here.
(http://www.grantanet.co.uk/winepage/bin555.jpg)
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on August 10, 2007, 12:52:03 PM
That's what I drink more than anything else these days (Shiraz) and often Penfolds. My favorite "everyday wine" is Wyndham Estate Bin 555, and it is (amazingly) around $8 here.
(http://www.grantanet.co.uk/winepage/bin555.jpg)
--Bruce
I know that one. Trades for around € 7 here, at least from the internet. Very fine wine for the money, I agree, tried 2 bottles of this. I've been shopping around a while now, trying to find my favorite Shiraz wines. Disappointed by popular favorite
Peter Lehman's "Barossa" Shiraz (for around € 10, no real character there), and by
Wolf Blass and
Rosemount wines. But the Penfold's is great. Looking forward to tasting the new
Luddite and
Rees Miller Shirazes I just got from my favorite dealer.
From South Africa, there are at least two I liked so far: a highly respectable
Allesverloren Shiraz and the pricier
Stellenzicht Golden Triangle Shiraz. But nothing IMHO compares to the Penfold's.
Thomas
Im drinking water from my 2 liter apple juice bottle.
I've been on a tonic water + grape juice binge as of late. It's like drinking cheap champagne that actually tastes good. :)
Stone Brewing "ARROGANT BASTARD"
Water
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Quote from: Papageno on August 10, 2007, 05:25:54 PM
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Gross dude, drink more water.
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Good to know there's plenty of space on this classical music discussion board for lavatorial humor. ::)
ND:
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Chateau Vignol 2006 Entre-deux-mers
Variety: 60% Sauvignon Blanc/Grise, 30% Semmillon, 10% Muscat
Awards: Médaille d'Or concours Général Paris 2006 - TOP VINS 2006 - Médaille d'Or Vigneron Indépendant 2006 - Médaille d'Or Vigneron Indépendant 2004, Une Etoile Guide Hachette 2004, Coup de Coeur Guide Hachette 2003, Médaille d'Or 2002 Concours Général de Paris, Médaille d'Or 2002 Concours Général de Bordeaux, Médaille d'Or 2002 Concours Général de Paris, Médaille d'Or 2002 Concours Général de Bordeaux.
Desopite many honours for this inexpensive ($6.50-7.00) estate wine, I found this a rather bland variety with over-powering grapefruit aromas, but not much else. Soft at first, but with a rather harsh finish. Maybe I was foolish to try a sub $10 French white.
Thomas
Not a bad little Chardonnay at a very modest price (€ 6):
(http://www.thewineryofgoodhope.com/images/pics/gh_char.jpg)
The Winery of Good Hope Chardonnay 2006
http://www.thewineryofgoodhope.com/gh_chardonnay.htm
Fresh-faced and uncomplicated wine with a nice citrus flavor, a little acidic pinching of the nose. Lively.
Water from the tap as I'm out of distilled water. Tastes like pool water. :-X
Quote from: Papageno on August 10, 2007, 05:25:54 PM
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QuoteThis fresh and lively Sauvignon Blanc combines depth and crispness. It finishes dry and mineral, yet with aromatic zest and great palate length.
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Absolut and lemonade. Perhaps tied for my favorite drink.
I'm generally a fan of Stoli, but the handle of Absolut was at a good price. God help me if I ever find La Bière du démon here in the States. When I was in Rome, a little place up the street from the hotel had it. It was a potent, and pleasant, break from the 2/3rds L of Peroni that were everywhere, cheaply, too.
Soy chai latte :D
Quote from: Solitary Wanderer on August 16, 2007, 03:18:53 PM
Soy chai latte :D
That is a favorite of mine Chris. I have Starbucks make mine without water....just the soy milk.
I drank this three days ago, but I'm sufficiently appalled to warn fellow members now:
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Theakston Grouse Beater Ale
Not only marked this the absolute rock bottom of British beverages that I tried (those who are familiar with British ales will know that this covers a lot of ground), no, not just that. It's what evil must taste like. To give you some idea, it tastes like I imagine insecticide would. I agree, though, that it must indeed be "legendary", since no one who ever tasted it is likely to forget the experience to his or her dying day.
How come the British, who love beer so much, suck so badly at making them?
(http://www.alfa-bier.nl/images/ph_dortmunder_pu.jpg)
With an alcohol percentage of 7.5% by volume, Alfa Super Dortmunder is the strongest bottom-fermentation beer in the Netherlands. The use of the best German and Czech hop varieties in conjunction with a storage period of some 2 months result in a beer with a powerful hoppy aroma and a rich bouquet. Alfa Super Dortmunder is best drunk at a temperature of 9/10°C.
Q
(http://www.hetmeisje.demon.nl/onsbier/korenwolf.jpg)
An online review:
Gulpener Korenwolf, Gulpen, Netherlands
Jul 06 '01 (Updated Jul 08 '01)
The Bottom Line
Excellent contribution from the often forgotten Netherlands, combining an imaginative mix of grain, fruit and herbs. An aromatic nose leads up to a fruity/herbal flavor with a pleasant banana aftertaste.
This one is called Korenwolf and comes from the Gulpener brewery in the town of Gulpen near Maastricht. Maastricht is in the south of Holland and if you see the bottleneck on the map between Belgium and Germany you will understand where this brewery's influences are coming from. The Gulpener brewery was established as a farm in 1825 and is currently in its fourth generation of family ownership.
Korenwolf (lit. corn-wolf = hamster)
Type: Belgian Wit
Multi-grain: wheat, barley, rye and spelt.
Hops: Herald (England) and Taurus (Germany)
Additional ingredients: coriander, Curacao, orange peels and elderflowers.
Fermentation: two stages, top and bottom
ABV: My notes and the website say 5% but the bottle says 6.5%.
The first point to note is the imaginative idea of such an industrious creature as a hamster employed in the name and depicted on the label for such a multi-grain brew. I was also surprised that this undergoes both a top, then a bottom fermentation, as it just seemed like an ale to me, but maybe that's what made it so refreshing.
Tasting Notes
The beer pours to a very pale grapefruit juice color, and is particularly hazy from the wheat (I'm not sure what influence the other grains have on this). There's a slight white foam that quickly dissipates
When I first opened the bottle, I got an initial cleanliness, but this was quickly overshadowed by a flowery and herbal aroma, with signs of coriander, cloves and cinnamon. It's certainly a deep, relaxing and aromatic nose.
There's an initial spritzy carbonation that mellows out and runs very smoothly past the middle, while the body is somewhat medium to light. Much like the nose, the flavors are light at first, but this is very brief as it turns marginally minty with some orange and lemon fruitiness. It develops a dryness in the middle with a peppery spiciness. Towards the end there's an interesting herbal flavor with a brief passing of banana (this was certainly more noticeable on the second bottle which I served a little warmer), while the finish shows some bitterness and sourness. There's a long lingering aftertaste with the banana coming back a little more. Overall it leaves the palate both refreshed and satisfied.
Verdict
This is an extremely satisfying beer combining the fruity sweetness with a drier herb and peppery finish. Not only is it refreshing, it also carries an extremely flavorful complexity that makes this a quintessential summer brew.
Q
Quote from: Robert on August 10, 2007, 02:59:30 PM
Stone Brewing "ARROGANT BASTARD"
Bought that for the brilliant label, and ended up being pleasantly surprised. Later, came across Double Bastard, which tastes like they meant it literally: almost double hops and double malt. Oddly, I found it a bit more pleasing and harmonious than Arrogant, perhaps because they got the balance better despite the greater quantity of ingredients.
Even people who hate beer should check out the website devoted to it: http://www.arrogantbastard.com/
To get into the site, one of the things you have to agree to is that "I am not a fizzy yellow beer drinking ninny here under false pretenses".
Silver Fizzes lately.
2oz gin
1 oz lime juice
.5 oz simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
1 egg white
shake over ice for at least 2 minutes, strain into a chilled ice filled glass and top with soda water.
Great drinks but they take forever to make and I've found they are better when you make them individually to let the egg white froth up the most.
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on August 28, 2007, 09:27:04 AM
Silver Fizzes lately.
2oz gin
1 oz lime juice
.5 oz simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
1 egg white
shake over ice for at least 2 minutes, strain into a chilled ice filled glass and top with soda water.
Great drinks but they take forever to make and I've found they are better when you make them individually to let the egg white froth up the most.
Allan
Yum! (Even with the caveat. I guess you have to enjoy shaking... ;D)
--Bruce
Probably the worst coffee I've ever had. Tastes like a mixture of motor oil and bat guano.
Quote from: JoshLilly on August 28, 2007, 09:23:35 AM
Bought that for the brilliant label, and ended up being pleasantly surprised. Later, came across Double Bastard, which tastes like they meant it literally: almost double hops and double malt. Oddly, I found it a bit more pleasing and harmonious than Arrogant, perhaps because they got the balance better despite the greater quantity of ingredients.
Even people who hate beer should check out the website devoted to it: http://www.arrogantbastard.com/
To get into the site, one of the things you have to agree to is that "I am not a fizzy yellow beer drinking ninny here under false pretenses".
I AM WORTHY.......
A nice portuguese red. Those are my current favourites. Lots of fruit, a little oak. Splendidly juicy and chewy.
(http://graphics.samsclub.com/images/products/0002800029830_L4.jpg)
Sweet and Sour-- brandy, lemon juice, sugar and water, but that's for evenings.
Mostly I drink coffee and bubble water. :)
Quote from: Corey on August 28, 2007, 10:03:24 AM
Probably the worst coffee I've ever had. Tastes like a mixture of motor oil and bat guano.
Some people really go for that combo, I suppose . . . .
Hoy, David! How you doin'?
Quote from: karlhenning on September 03, 2007, 07:46:15 AM
Hoy, David! How you doin'?
I'm just swell, thanks for asking. :)
What about you Karl? Writting long Mahlerian symphonies with plenty of wubba wubba? ;D
I defy wubba-wubba! ;D
Quote from: karlhenning on September 03, 2007, 08:05:06 AM
I defy wubba-wubba! ;D
Now to perform my three day brass quintet... oh crap... ;D Oh wait that would be more Feldman style, less Mahler style. Even Mahler has his limits. :D
Quote from: karlhenning on September 03, 2007, 07:45:35 AM
Some people really go for that combo, I suppose . . . .
Well, remember how many Americans used to own percolators? ;D
Wait, maybe you don't remember that.
Quote from: Corey on September 06, 2007, 12:49:41 PM
Well, remember how many Americans used to own percolators? ;D
Wait, maybe you don't remember that.
I saw it on the History Channel, does that count? ;D
Tea. ;D
The Official Wine Of The 2010 Olympics...a very nice merlot.Made by Jackson Triggs.
POG juice. Passion-Orange-Guava
Quote from: Muriel on September 10, 2007, 03:40:58 PM
The Official Wine Of The 2010 Olympics...a very nice merlot.Made by Jackson Triggs.
2010? Vintage year!
Natural fruit punch.
Water 0:)
(http://www.rebelyellwhiskey.com/images/index_bottle.jpg)
What a bargain - got 750ml for $10, very fine bourbon for the money (and cool name as well)
Quote from: Solitary Wanderer on September 16, 2007, 05:44:06 PM
Water 0:)
Me too, and from the tap now that I've moved out of the city. The water at my last apartment tasted like it was siphoned from a swimming pool. :-X
Darjeeling Badamtam Tea
Brew me some of that, Bill!
Quote from: karlhenning on November 12, 2007, 07:35:09 AM
Brew me some of that, Bill!
How is your supply at that end Karl?
Low on Darjeeling :-)
Strooth, we're always drinking tea :)
Quote from: karlhenning on November 12, 2007, 07:45:24 AM
Low on Darjeeling :-)
Strooth, we're always drinking tea :)
I find if I let it steep for about 5-6 minutes it hits my taste perfectly. May be a bit bitter for some, but it works for me.
Now:
Some Taylor's of Harrogate green tea. Cut open the tea bag and steeped the "pulverized" leaves in tea ball for 3 minutes. Very tasty, though a bit gritty at the top of the cup.
For green tea, you really want to brew a pot of the Gunpowder, tightly rolled whole leaves. Reviving, and sans grit ;)
Quote from: karlhenning on November 12, 2007, 08:41:41 AM
For green tea, you really want to brew a pot of the Gunpowder, tightly rolled whole leaves. Reviving, and sans grit ;)
I have a large box of this at work, but cannot get to it today. >:(
(http://www.global-b2b-network.com/direct/dbimage/50292146/Gunpowder_Tea.jpg)
I was foolish and took/left all my favorites there; hence the above experiment with the green tea "floor sweepings".
I have that exact same box of Gunpowder! Personally my taste runs toward black, not green teas. Good quality Assam is hard to beat for a comfy, satisfying infusion. With the exception of my favourite, Dragon Tears 0:).
I also like to drink the stuff in Royal Albert, Queen Anne, Paragon ware, or some other english bone china. For each tea, season or even time of the day I have a preferred cup. Here's my latest acquisitions:
(http://corlin.theverhages.com/ebayimages/1RATartanCS1.jpg) (http://i11.ebayimg.com/03/i/000/bd/ac/2dc4_1.JPG)
Assam is lovely, to be sure. Many's the spot which Assam was the tea to hit.
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on November 12, 2007, 09:17:44 AM
I have that exact same box of Gunpowder! Personally my taste runs toward black, not green teas. Good quality Assam is hard to beat for a comfy, satisfying infusion. With the exception of my favourite, Dragon Tears 0:).
I also like to drink the stuff in Royal Albert, Queen Anne, Paragon ware, or some other english bone china. For each tea, season or even time of the day I have a preferred cup. Here's my latest acquisitions:
Very cool idea. My preferred cup is similar to this one, though with a different art pattern. I enjoy having the lid as I take my cup with me to meetings and it tends to help keep my tea warm
a bit longer. As far as tastes I am all over the place. Of late, I have been enjoying some white tea with a hint of jasmine. Very light, but hits the spot on a crisp fall day.
(http://www.phoenixorion.com/phoenixorion/images2/thumbs/tn_5102035.jpg)
Quote from: Bogey on November 12, 2007, 09:27:32 AM
As far as tastes I am all over the place.
Moi aussi. There's hardly any tea I haven't been grateful for, one time or other 0:)
Quote from: karlhenning on November 12, 2007, 09:30:49 AM
Moi aussi. There's hardly any tea I haven't been grateful for, one time or other 0:)
I did buy and try some
artichoke tea a number of months ago....I now keep it on my shelf and have relegated it to a conversation piece. :-X
However, a colleague of mine gave a box of this white pear tea (I believe this is the correct brand), and I have been grateful ever since.
(http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/images/catalog/skus/r5-1005.gif)
Quote from: Bogey on November 12, 2007, 09:36:46 AM
I did buy and try some artichoke tea a number of months ago....I now keep it on my shelf and have relegated it to a conversation piece. :-X
Artichoke tea? That's just wrong.... :-X
I'm drinking some decent-but-not-great Assam tea that's been in my office for a while and is probably getting stale.
(http://www.coffeeforless.com/images/uploads/intro/gatorade%20fruit%20punch.jpg)
(http://www.minimus.biz/images/F20-1626904-0000_2bg.jpg)
Quote from: Corey on November 12, 2007, 12:43:39 PM
(http://www.minimus.biz/images/F20-1626904-0000_2bg.jpg)
I've always enjoyed Twining's Queen Mary Blend with it's hint of Lapsang.
Quote from: Keemun on November 12, 2007, 10:59:58 AM
Artichoke tea? That's just wrong.... :-X
I'm drinking some decent-but-not-great Assam tea that's been in my office for a while and is probably getting stale.
I have a bag of loose leaf Keemun in my office drawer. Is it in danger of getting stale? I tend to forget it's there :P
Enjoyed two cuppas today from these:
(http://rockymountainroastery.com/ProductImages/Orange-Blossom-Web.jpg) (http://rockymountainroastery.com/ProductImages/Ceylon-Supreme-Web.jpg)
This last evening (Wednesday, Nov 14) I drank just water and Diet Cherry Seven-Up.
A nice hot cup of Coffee.
Quote from: Bogey on November 14, 2007, 07:35:37 PM
Enjoyed two cuppas today from these:
(http://rockymountainroastery.com/ProductImages/Orange-Blossom-Web.jpg) (http://rockymountainroastery.com/ProductImages/Ceylon-Supreme-Web.jpg)
:'( How I long for a nice cup of
real tea and not this pathetic bagged crap. That orange blossom tea sounds great.
Hot Chocolate
Quote from: Muriel on November 14, 2007, 09:07:47 AM
I've always enjoyed Twining's Queen Mary Blend with it's hint of Lapsang.
Unfortunately it probably isn't to be found in my supermarket. I've seen Lapsang in the supermarkets in Orlando, though.
Camomile and rooibos tea. I rarely drink any other kind these days. 0:)
right now some Ethiopian coffee from my French press
yesterday got a bottle of Bowmore Legend, a $20 Islay single malt. Nice change from Bourbon, although I do no see myself drinking the stuff regularly
Quote from: bwv 1080 on November 17, 2007, 04:29:16 AM
right now some Ethiopian coffee from my French press
yesterday got a bottle of Bowmore Legend, a $20 Islay single malt. Nice change from Bourbon, although I do no see myself drinking the stuff regularly
The Bowmore is a fine malt...
Best to drink it not too often, that way is stays special....
One of my favourite malts! :)
Lapsang Souchong has a way of putting things right for me. A crazy week becomes just a dim memory after a good cup of LS.
I also put a few leaves in the rice when I cook it. Gives it a superb flavour.
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on November 17, 2007, 06:49:21 AM
Lapsang Souchong has a way of putting things right for me. A crazy week becomes just a dim memory after a good cup of LS.
I also put a few leaves in the rice when I cook it. Gives it a superb flavour.
I love it as well. I'm going to try and use some for flavoring an asian flavored bacon I've been thinking up.
There doesn't seem to be very much middle ground when it comes to liking or disliking it though. My wife hates it. She thinkgs it tastes like smokey sweat socks and sticks. ::)
Allan
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on November 17, 2007, 06:49:21 AM
Lapsang Souchong has a way of putting things right for me. A crazy week becomes just a dim memory after a good cup of LS.
I also put a few leaves in the rice when I cook it. Gives it a superb flavour.
Yep, love those smoky, earthy, extremely pungent teas like Lapsang and Pu-Erh.
Quote from: Corey on November 17, 2007, 06:53:06 AM
Yep, love those smoky, earthy, extremely pungent teas like Lapsang and Pu-Erh.
I like Lapsang but usually blended with another tea to cut the smokiness a bit. One of my favorite blends,
Baker Street Afternoon Blend (http://www.uptontea.com/shopcart/item.asp?from=catalog.asp&itemID=TB75&begin=0&parent=Teas%3EMiscellaneous%3EBlends&category=Afternoon&sortMethod=0&categoryID=40), is Lapsang, Keemun and Darjeeling. I really wish I had Lapsang now, it would be perfect today. :( I tried some Pu-Erh once (still have it I think, maybe I'll try it again) but it didn't do much for me.
Right now I'm drinking Columbian-something-or-other coffee from Starbucks. :o
My son took to Pu-Erh at once. Just as Lapsang haters describe it as bottom-of-the-laundry-cart dirty socks, Pu-Erh is likened to a biteful of earth. It has strong hints of humus and mushroom. Another very characterful infusion.
This...(whenever I get the chance)
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on November 17, 2007, 09:36:55 PM
It has strong hints of humus and mushroom.
Yes, that is its charm!
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on November 17, 2007, 09:36:55 PM
My son took to Pu-Erh at once. Just as Lapsang haters describe it as bottom-of-the-laundry-cart dirty socks, Pu-Erh is likened to a biteful of earth. It has strong hints of humus and mushroom. Another very characterful infusion.
That must be why I didn't like it, I can't stand mushrooms. :-X
There's a fascinating article about Pu-Erh in Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pu-erh_tea), one of the longest and most elaborate I've seen, on any subject. The best teas are compacted in cakes that can age up to 50 years and fetch prices as high as 1000$ a kilo :o
Methink there's a powerful Pu-Erh lobby out there. Love at first sip !
(http://www.teacaddy.czi.cz/images/caddies/Wil0892b.jpg)
This is the best bagged tea I've had. Never buying Twinings again! 8)
This is where my tea comes from, for those purchasing in the UK. Have used them for a couple of years, far better than anything you'll find on the high street:
http://www.nbtea.co.uk/acatalog/Teas.html
Ice water in a Mason jar.
Tea - online supplier - where I obtain mine from
http://www.tea-and-coffee.com/acatalog/About_Us.html
When I order online, I get my tea from Upton Tea Imports (http://www.uptontea.com/shopcart/home.asp). Excellent quality and selection! :)
Quote from: Bogey on November 25, 2007, 07:21:59 PM
Ice water in a Mason jar.
Why a Mason jar, Bill? I use them for my canned fruits, veggies and sundry jams and jellies :D
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on November 29, 2007, 04:51:38 PM
Why a Mason jar, Bill? I use them for my canned fruits, veggies and sundry jams and jellies :D
Andre - LOL! ;D
Bill & I love 'ole' movies - he must see himself as a member of a chain gang (like the Paul Muni role) - just drinking a simple cold beverage from a mason jar! ;) : ;D Dave
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on November 29, 2007, 04:51:38 PM
Why a Mason jar, Bill? I use them for my canned fruits, veggies and sundry jams and jellies :D
Yup, my preference is a Ball Wide-Mouth Mason Canning Jar (1 Qt.= 32 oz.= 0.95 liters(?)). Lots of ice and a wedge of lemon when available. Ready to drink as soon as the outside of the glass begins to sweat.
(http://www.seasonalchef.com/ballwidemouth.jpg)
Quote from: SonicMan on November 29, 2007, 04:55:13 PM
Andre - LOL! ;D Bill & I love 'ole' movies - he must see himself as a member of a chain gang (like the Paul Muni role) - just drinking a simple cold beverage from a mason jar! ;) : ;D Dave
$:)
A glass of Terre du Lion - a 2000, St. Julien from M+S
Bill, Dave, I get it. Drinking iced tea with a few mint leaves in that jar should be great in Summer.
Yesterday a cheapo Shiraz from California that pleasantly surprised me. It didn't give me headaches :D.
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on December 01, 2007, 09:03:10 AM
It didn't give me headaches :D.
I don't know if you meant that comment facetiously, but this has been a real problem for me drinking red wine over the past few years. I can have a few sips from a bottle of red and develop the most intense headaches sometimes, but not all the time.
There seems to be no rhyme nor reason to it. I've heard suggestions of being allergic to tannins or the histamines in red wines, but can't see why I've suddenly developed this condition.
And red wine is my poison of choice...
:'(
No, I wasn't facetious! This condition develops in middle age and it has to do with arteries in the brain. Red wine has a squeezing or dilatating effect on them (can't remember which way they go :D), and headaches ensue, sometimes almost instantaneously.
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on December 01, 2007, 09:19:01 AM
This condition develops in middle age
I'm 34!
That's not middle age....is it?......
:-\
Quote from: Peregrine on December 01, 2007, 09:23:53 AM
I'm 34!
That's not middle age....is it?......
:-\
What's the average age at death - 75? A purely arbitrary figure but it can't be that far out. That would make middle age 25-50 - think on that one!
Quote from: Great Gable on December 01, 2007, 10:24:15 AM
What's the average age at death - 75? A purely arbitrary figure but it can't be that far out. That would make middle age 25-50 - think on that one!
eek!
Yup! Your arteries are probably older than the rest of your body.
There are all kinds of non official studies suggesting this or that cause. I find http://www.beekmanwine.com/prevtopbd.htm]this one (http://www.beekmanwine.com/prevtopbd.htm) helpful cause it gives ways to prevent the occurence of red wine headache !
Dry sherry on a rainy west coast night.Snow in the higher elevations.
Starbucks Hot Chocolate with whip cream and chocolate syrup....Its so good.
Kicking Horse Coffee (Peruvian medium roast) Fair Trade & Organic
English or Irish Breakfast Tea
Diet Coke
No alcohol ever
I know...boring huh? :P
Diet Coke: Breakfast of Champions
Baileys, going with my coffee.......
Quote from: Saul on December 04, 2007, 04:01:51 AM
Starbucks Hot Chocolate with whip cream and chocolate syrup....Its so good.
Yummy, sounds good...... ;D
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Q
Quote from: Que on December 12, 2007, 08:54:48 AM
(http://www.gageleer.be/Web/images/Gageleer/gageleer_front.jpg)
Q
Why is there a big red marijuana pipe in the photo? :o
Methink it's a screw cracker. You screw up the handle and it cracks the nut in the 'pipe'. Here's one:(http://web.ncf.ca/bf250/nutcracker1c.jpg)
I think these are pecan nuts right behind the beer mug (in the glass bowl: they're red). (http://www.fotosearch.com/comp/ptc/ptc501/pecan-nuts-~-033717.jpg)
Red bush tea with honey.
Sencha green tea. :)
Indonesian Sumatra Mandheling Goya Mountain, with cream, cocoa, and sucralose.
A couple of Bell's Special Double Cream Stouts to celebrate the start of my holiday vacation.
Over the past week, I've also been drinking a lot of egg nog from the local small farm called Hartzler Family Dairy (http://www.hartzlerfamilydairy.com/Default.htm).
Allan
Laphroaig
Oolong tea with orange blossoms. :)
Quote from: Corey on December 20, 2007, 05:23:11 AM
Oolong tea with orange blossoms. :)
That sounds like an interesting combination. How is it?
Me, I'm drinking Celestial Seasonings green tea. Serviceable, but nothing to write home about. Perhaps after Christmas my supply of good tea will be replenished. :)
Quote from: Keemun on December 20, 2007, 05:37:51 AM
That sounds like an interesting combination. How is it?
Me, I'm drinking Celestial Seasonings green tea. Serviceable, but nothing to write home about. Perhaps after Christmas my supply of good tea will be replenished. :)
It's pretty good; the combination works very well. It's even good without sugar.
Alternating tea and Southern Comfort right now - only small shots of the latter, enough to act as anti-freeze, but I don't want to get too sozzled on account of this CD I must audition tonight. It will not need anaesthetic.
;)
Kvass!
It's a traditional Russian brew that you pretty much have to make at home, unless you know some Russian markets that sell the stuff in its authentic form, or if you in fact live in Russia. Luckily, it's easy and cheap to make. (do a google if interested). The end result in sour and beer-like in flavor - yet it's a healthful beverage that's wonderful to gulp down after engaging in strenuous activity.
Quote from: Keemun on December 20, 2007, 05:37:51 AM
That sounds like an interesting combination. How is it?
Me, I'm drinking Celestial Seasonings green tea. Serviceable, but nothing to write home about. Perhaps after Christmas my supply of good tea will be replenished. :)
My 9 year-old son's class just went on a field trip to their production plant. He really enjoyed the tour and the tea samples that followed.
http://www.celestialseasonings.com/visit-us/index.html
Quote from: Corey on December 20, 2007, 05:53:43 AM
It's pretty good; the combination works very well. It's even good without sugar.
Never tried it with sugar Corey...only English Breakfast ever gets cream and sugar at my end. Glad the combo is working out for you.
Right now, and freshly brewed on our counter:
(http://www.starbucksstore.com.edgesuite.net/images/products/shprodde/312780.jpg)
Makes me want to throw on some Bach.
Quote from: Bogey on December 21, 2007, 06:41:58 AM
My 9 year-old son's class just went on a field trip to their production plant. He really enjoyed the tour and the tea samples that followed.
http://www.celestialseasonings.com/visit-us/index.html
That's great! It's never too early to introduce children to tea. 8)
Quote from: Keemun on December 21, 2007, 07:35:41 AM
That's great! It's never too early to introduce children to tea. 8)
My son does not like soda. Mostly juices and milk. He also enjoys water. I believe he enjoyed the teas flavored with fruit the most. He said the "peach stuff" was enjoyed by all.
Darjeeling Badamtam, even better than the orange blossom!
Quote from: Corey on December 21, 2007, 01:20:10 PM
Darjeeling Badamtam, even better than the orange blossom!
Absolutely! ;)
Trying to soothe my unhappy stomach with this:
(http://www.bigelowtea.com/images/catalog/00073.jpg)
Sumatran coffee this morning, Cognac last night. :)
12 y.o. Dalmore. Not a bad single malt, and readily available without a time-consuming and expensive trip to one of the regional specialty stores.
A bit too many citrus martinis last night :-\ Simple recipe: equal parts citron vodka, cointreau and fresh lemon juice, shaken not stirred 8)
Today: brewed some Ceylon/Turkish black tea blend.(Enjoyed it with pita pockets filled with feta cheese, black olive spread and cherry tomatoes)
A relatively generous helping of Hennessy brandy, with four small cubes of ice is what's keeping me company at the moment.
Going to buy some good tawny port tomorrow and make a few hot ones. :)
Ice in Hennessy????
Are you daft, Man???????
::)
Lapsang with some a few slices of ginger, a bit of sugar and a dribble of half and half.
Allan
Darjeeling tea. Before that, an Assam/Yunnan breakfast blend and then a cup of Keemun. I used the Upton Tea Imports gift certificate I received for Christmas and my order arrived Saturday. ;D ;D ;D
Extra-bergamot Earl Grey
Baileys with espresso, from my newly aquired nespresso machine, the espresso that is, the Baileys came out of a large bottle.
Christmas gift.
Temple of Heaven Gunpowder Green Tea. :)
Quote from: Keemun on January 08, 2008, 06:49:15 AM
Temple of Heaven Gunpowder Green Tea. :)
That sounds perfect right now. I am sleepy and have a headache...must...have...a...cuppa.
(http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/img/imagebrands/downloads/lg_odwalla_blue_monster.jpg)
While searching for that picture, I discovered it was part of Coca-Cola eventhough no evidence of that appears on the bottle... peculiar...
Smoothie for me too,banana,blueberry,with live clutures and hemp protein powder.Yummy!
(http://graphics.samsclub.com/images/products/0002800029830_L4.jpg)
Quote from: beclemund on January 09, 2008, 06:09:25 AM
(http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/img/imagebrands/downloads/lg_odwalla_blue_monster.jpg)
While searching for that picture, I discovered it was part of Coca-Cola eventhough no evidence of that appears on the bottle... peculiar...
Good stuff, that and the green one are my typical breakfast
(http://www.monnik-dranken.nl/downloads/flessen/laphroaig.jpg)
This is fun:
Mixilator
(http://www.cocktaildb.com/mixilator/)
Have at it and report back ;D
Allan
(http://www.thedrinkshop.com/images/products/main/375/375.jpg)
Quote from: toledobass on February 07, 2008, 01:47:16 PM
This is fun:
Mixilator
(http://www.cocktaildb.com/mixilator/)
Have at it and report back ;D
Allan
Wow, how bizarre! Got a fascinating one first time out. (Not sure where I'll procure "fresh snow" today, but I suppose shaved ice might be an OK substitute.)
--Bruce
Carson City Hesquiat CocktailChill cocktail glass. Prepare as follows:
Coat inside of cocktail glass with raspberry schnapps liqueur.
In pre-chilled cocktail shaker combine
3 oz Jamaican rum
½ oz sake
3 drops Grand Marnier
Stir with fresh snow and a sneer.
Strain into chilled cocktail glass.
Float a scant spoonful of Vat 69 on surface of drink.
Quote from: bhodges on February 07, 2008, 01:58:23 PM
(Not sure where I'll procure "fresh snow" today, but I suppose shaved ice might be an OK substitute.)
I don't think that's what's meant with "snow". ;) $:)
Quote from: O Mensch on February 07, 2008, 02:09:16 PM
I don't think that's what's meant with "snow". ;) $:)
Oh, duh. :-[
(Thanks.)
--Bruce
(http://whisky-pages.com/images/black-bottle.jpg)
Good stuff - a blend of seven Islay single malts
Apparently no one has had a drink since Feb 8th. I commend you for your determination to stay dry and sober. I, however, have fallen off the wagon. When I drink Scotch whisky, it's usually single malts. When I'm in the rare mood for a blend, Dimple or Black & White. But I've been watching Matt Helm films (Murderer's Row, The Silencers, The Wrecking Crew, The Ambushers) and noticed Dean Martin was seldom far from a bottle of Ballantine's Finest. I thought, why not? So it's Scotch on the rocks tonight....and I am feeling very rat packish 8)
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/febgmc/Ballantines.jpg)
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on March 21, 2008, 02:31:11 PM
Apparently no one has had a drink since Feb 8th. I commend you for your determination to stay dry and sober. I, however, have fallen off the wagon. When I drink Scotch whisky, it's usually single malts. When I'm in the rare mood for a blend, Dimple or Black & White. But I've been watching Matt Helm films (Murderer's Row, The Silencers, The Wrecking Crew, The Ambushers) and noticed Dean Martin was seldom far from a bottle of Ballantine's Finest. I thought, why not? So it's Scotch on the rocks tonight....and I am feeling very rat packish 8)
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/febgmc/Ballantines.jpg)
Sarge
That's the primary blend I have enjoyed for about thirty years. I did not know Dino used it, when he was using.
As follows, a link to a single malt I discovered while vacationing in Nova Scotia last year. I find it smack dab in the middle of Irish and Scotch Whisky taste. A nice change occasionally.
http://www.glenoradistillery.com/glenbreton.htm
Quote from: BorisG on March 21, 2008, 08:05:41 PM
That's the primary blend I have enjoyed for about thirty years. I did not know Dino used it, when he was using.
As follows, a link to a single malt I discovered while vacationing in Nova Scotia last year. I find it smack dab in the middle of Irish and Scotch Whisky taste. A nice change occasionally.
http://www.glenoradistillery.com/glenbreton.htm
(http://www.pintspub.com/images/Horizontial-of-Bar.jpg)
Boris or Sarge,
If you are ever in Denver, please look me up.
http://www.pintspub.com/index.html
Click here to see their extensive collection of Single Malt Whisky:
http://www.pintspub.com/WhiskyList.pdf
Can I tag along too? ;D
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on March 22, 2008, 05:32:04 AM
Can I tag along too? ;D
Allan
Absolutely
Allan...first round is on me gentlemen. FWIW, they serve the best hamburger that I have ever had. And
Bruce, the modern art museum is only a block or so away.
Thanks, Bill. A handy list to have for the descriptions.
Do they free-pour? :D
a lot of vodka lately (finished my bottle the other day) in assorted mixed drinks - cosmopolitans, fuzzy navels, and long island iced teas among the yummiest.
i wonder what blood tastes like......
Quote from: OzRadio on March 22, 2008, 02:12:27 PM
a lot of vodka lately (finished my bottle the other day) in assorted mixed drinks - cosmopolitans, fuzzy navels, and long island iced teas among the yummiest.
I prefer my vodka straight, chilled.
Quote from: GGGGRRREEG on March 22, 2008, 02:25:04 PM
i wonder what blood tastes like......
Metallic due to the iron in hemoglobin.
Quote from: DavidW on March 22, 2008, 02:27:05 PM
Metallic due to the iron in hemoglobin.
ugggghhhh i think i'll pass
oh well, my vampire days are over 8)
I've been quite partial to Tanqueray and Blackwoods gin recently. Very refreshing with tonic, AND surprisingly drinkable just on the rocks. Very drinkable I should say.
J&B has also been keeping me company this last while.
0:)
Quote from: Bill in the Rockies on March 22, 2008, 05:57:09 AM
Absolutely Allan...first round is on me gentlemen. FWIW, they serve the best hamburger that I have ever had. And Bruce, the modern art museum is only a block or so away.
[books plane ticket] ;D
I've been in a gin mode lately, and the one of current choice is Plymouth, which a friend in the UK introduced me to a few years ago. It's quite smooth, and makes a great martini, or (keeping with the recent blood theme ;D) it mixes well with blood orange juice. (Would this be called a "Bloody Orange Blossom"?)
--Bruce
Quote from: BorisG on March 21, 2008, 08:05:41 PM
That's the primary blend I have enjoyed for about thirty years. I did not know Dino used it, when he was using.
It's surprisingly good...I say surprisingly because it's quite inexpensive. I'll be buying more Ballantine's in future.
Sarge
Quote from: Bill in the Rockies on March 21, 2008, 08:50:46 PM
(http://www.pintspub.com/images/Horizontial-of-Bar.jpg)
Boris or Sarge,
If you are ever in Denver, please look me up.
http://www.pintspub.com/index.html
This looks worth a detour! I'm there, dude...the next time I'm in the region (and my best friend keeps urging me to go skiing with him again so it's a definite possibility, Bill).
Sarge
Frangelico... shot number 2 :D
Need to find someplace around here that sells Nocello, a walnut based liquour-- I love Frangelico, but Nocello is my favourite... mmm
moving along to shot number 3... ;D
A nice earthy oolong from these (http://www.tealuxe.com) folks.
(http://www.erwinutilities.com/images/Glass%20of%20water.jpg)
H2O
Quote from: Corey on March 28, 2008, 03:28:37 PM
A nice earthy oolong from these (http://www.tealuxe.com) folks.
I've never had Tealuxe tea before. How is it?
Quote from: Keemun on March 28, 2008, 07:13:02 PM
I've never had Tealuxe tea before. How is it?
They are based in Boston, and I spent a lot of time in their shops when I was living there. Luckily the shop in town carries their brand. :) I've never been dissatisfied with anything I've bought from them. Their prices aren't bad, either.
(http://www.crackedkettle.com/store/images/Nostradamus.jpg)
Allan
Quote from: Corey on March 28, 2008, 07:18:45 PM
They are based in Boston, and I spent a lot of time in their shops when I was living there. Luckily the shop in town carries their brand. :) I've never been dissatisfied with anything I've bought from them. Their prices aren't bad, either.
Thanks, I'll look into getting some of their tea. I usually order tea from Upton Tea Imports (http://www.uptontea.com) and have been quite satisfied with the quality and selection. I have a new shipment arriving any day now (and of course it includes Keemun). ;D
oil
Jameson Irish Whisky, well last night. I HATE american whiskey. Being from Tennessee most people swoon of Jack, i am repulsed by it.
Assam, again from Tealuxe (http://www.tealuxe.com/). Great breakfast tea, even more caffeine than an average cup of coffee I think. Always a plus. :D
(http://www.whiskymerchants.co.uk/communities/9/004/005/976/859/images/4516288861.jpg)
Quote from: toledobass on March 28, 2008, 07:20:58 PM
(http://www.crackedkettle.com/store/images/Nostradamus.jpg)
Allan
Madonna! It's been a long while since I last had this beauty. I'll make sure to taste it again on my next visit to the Beer Kingdom in June !
I had a couple of cups of Keemun (http://www.uptontea.com/shopcart/item.asp?from=catalog.asp&itemID=ZK11&begin=0&parent=Teas%3EBlack%3EChina&category=Keemun&sortMethod=0&categoryID=11)tea earlier. Now I'm having a Darjeeling/Yunnan blend called Robert Fortune Blend 41 (http://www.uptontea.com/shopcart/item.asp?from=catalog.asp&itemID=TB84&begin=0&parent=Teas%3EMiscellaneous%3EBlends&category=Afternoon&sortMethod=0&categoryID=40).
Starbucks' venti double pump vanilla latte made with non-fat milk. Booyah.
(http://www.bevnet.com/images/reviews/nakedjuicefort/nakedstawkiwi.jpg)
I cannot decide. Will "Zero" do me in?
(http://www.underconsideration.com/brandnew/archives/coke_2.jpg)
(http://www.gangofpour.com/meehan/tasting_notes/2006/whiteburgs/laforest.jpg)
Dauvissat Chablis Premier Cru Forest 2000. Minerally and firm Chablis.
(http://www.tribolum.com/images/posts/welchs_kid.jpg)
Welch's 100% grape juice!
Time to resurrect this thread. :)
Earl Grey tea from Upton Tea Imports.
Mostly Diet Coke, coffee, bottled water and iced tea.
Sometimes a beer or a martini.
Quote from: mn dave on June 09, 2008, 11:17:44 AM
Mostly Diet Coke, coffee, bottled water and iced tea.
Sometimes a beer or a martini.
All in the same glass? ;)
Quote from: Keemun on June 09, 2008, 11:19:21 AM
All in the same glass? ;)
Heehee.
Oh, and Lipton tea. I think that's about it.
I drink a nice Riesling, inspire by the Aspargus burst at the listening thread! ;D
Quote from: Keemun on June 09, 2008, 11:13:00 AM
Time to resurrect this thread. :)
Earl Grey tea from Upton Tea Imports.
Coincidentally, just last night I went to a bar known for making interesting cocktails, and had one made with
Earl Grey tea-infused gin. And it was actually quite delicious--I would never have put those two flavors together, but there you go. It was apparently a drink originally made for the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, to fit in with their afternoon tea.
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 11:22:47 AM
Coincidentally, just last night I went to a bar known for making interesting cocktails, and had one made with Earl Grey tea-infused gin. And it was actually quite delicious--I would never have put those two flavors together, but there you go. It was apparently a drink originally made for the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, to fit in with their afternoon tea.
--Bruce
Recipy please, for that sounds like a treat, in the warm weather we have these days, well almost sub tropical! ;)
A cup of Gold Blend Coffee whilst the Dutch hammer the Italians in Euro 2008. :o
Quote from: mahler10th on June 09, 2008, 11:29:00 AM
A cup of Gold Blend Coffee whilst the Dutch hammer the Italians in Euro 2008. :o
A Scot supporting the Dutch, well we Northern people are so much alike with the Scots, that it is only natural right?
Yesterday I had one of these:
(http://images.calorieking.com/branding/ck/runtime/updates/241.jpg)
:-[
Quote from: mn dave on June 09, 2008, 11:32:14 AM
Yesterday I had one of these:
(http://images.calorieking.com/branding/ck/runtime/updates/241.jpg)
:-[
Well Starbucks make a lot of coffee's, which one is this?
When I was in Chicago a while ago, I went to them and ordered a Migraine coffee, a speciality, not for the fainthearted, and they kept a list with names of people who took it and survived, needless to say only the Dutch did. Boy was that a strong mix!
Quote from: Harry on June 09, 2008, 11:36:51 AM
Well Starbucks make a lot of coffee's, which one is this?
When I was in Chicago a while ago, I went to them and ordered a Migraine coffee, a speciality, not for the fainthearted, and they kept a list with names of people who took it and survived, needless to say only the Dutch did. Boy was that a strong mix!
That, sir, is a mint mocha chip frappuccino.
Quote from: mn dave on June 09, 2008, 11:38:56 AM
That, sir, is a mint mocha chip frappuccino.
And is it a cold drink? or piping hot?
Well, just for the record, my usual non-wine drinks are:
Coffee & tea - water & diet sodas (love root beer & cherry colas) - and lately, these Minute Maid Lemon & Orange Light Fruit drinks (come in cans or plastic bottles) - only about 10 cals/drink & nice getting away from the carbonation - :D
(http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/drsoda_2006_159955082)
Quote from: Harry on June 09, 2008, 11:41:17 AM
And is it a cold drink? or piping hot?
Cold. It's decadent, I tellz ya!
Quote from: Harry on June 09, 2008, 11:28:29 AM
Recipy please, for that sounds like a treat, in the warm weather we have these days, well almost sub tropical! ;)
This place (
The Pegu Club (http://www.peguclub.com/flash/)) guards its recipes closely, but it just has three ingredients, if I recall: the tea-infused gin, lemon syrup (I think they make their own) and a raw egg white, all shaken up vigorously with ice. For those who might cringe at the egg white, it just makes the drink really foamy--actually a very nice touch--and they are very careful about freshness.
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 11:43:37 AM
This place (The Pegu Club (http://www.peguclub.com/flash/)) guards its recipes closely, but it just has three ingredients, if I recall: the tea-infused gin, lemon syrup (I think they make their own) and a raw egg white, all shaken up vigorously with ice. For those who might cringe at the egg white, it just makes the drink really foamy--actually a very nice touch--and they are very careful about freshness.
--Bruce
Thanks, will try that at home!
Lapsang Souchong Imperial. 8)
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Quote from: Keemun on June 09, 2008, 11:13:00 AM
Time to resurrect this thread. :)
Earl Grey tea from Upton Tea Imports.
I was thinking about resurrecting this thread too. I've been drinking dirty martinis lately and wondered if anyone else liked them. Mrs. Rock thinks I'm crazy. I did discover I vastly prefer dirty vodka martiinis though...shaken not stirred ;D No, actually, I've only tried stirring them so far. Since I put six olives in the mix, not just the olive brine, shaking the concoction would give you a really disgusting looking drink.
Sarge
Not the whole six-pack at once. ;D
(http://www.kudamas.com.my/images/chlorophyll1.jpg)
Chlorophyll
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on June 09, 2008, 01:49:01 PM
I've been drinking dirty martinis lately and wondered if anyone else liked them.
I do! (Mostly with gin, but the vodka ones are fine, too.) The first time I had one was with a female friend in New Orleans, who asked the bartender to make hers "absolutely filthy!" ;D If you don't use too much olive juice (too salty) they are just delicious. I've been using garlic stuffed olives lately (
here they are) (http://www.earthy.com/Divina_Olives_Stuffed_with_Garlic__134_oz_P528.cfm) and using 3 or 4 is usually enough to "dirty" the drink.
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 01:58:46 PM
I do! (Mostly with gin, but the vodka ones are fine, too.) The first time I had one was with a female friend in New Orleans, who asked the bartender to make hers "absolutely filthy!" ;D If you don't use too much olive juice (too salty) they are just delicious. I've been using garlic stuffed olives lately (here they are) (http://www.earthy.com/Divina_Olives_Stuffed_with_Garlic__134_oz_P528.cfm) and using 3 or 4 is usually enough to "dirty" the drink.
--Bruce
Okay. What makes it "dirty?"
Quote from: mn dave on June 09, 2008, 01:59:28 PM
Okay. What makes it "dirty?"
It's the olive juice and tiny olive bits--they make the martini slightly cloudy, with some debris floating around. (Not so much that, for example, you can't see through the drink--just like a teaspoon or so of the olive juice is usually enough.)
Edit:
Here (http://www.drinksmixer.com/drink252.html) is a recipe, which calls for 2
tablespoons of juice (might be a little salty).
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 02:03:33 PM
It's the olive juice and tiny olive bits--they make the martini slightly cloudy, with some debris floating around. (Not so much that, for example, you can't see through the drink--just like a teaspoon or so of the olive juice is usually enough.)
Edit: Here (http://www.drinksmixer.com/drink252.html) is a recipe, which calls for 2 tablespoons of juice (might be a little salty).
--Bruce
Ooo. And I assume most bartenders know what it is when I ask for one?
Quote from: mn dave on June 09, 2008, 02:06:09 PM
Ooo. And I assume most bartenders know what it is when I ask for one?
These days, I think so. It seems to be popular everywhere. (My sister and I had them in Minneapolis, at
St. Petersburg (http://www.myvodkabar.com/index.cfm) in Robbinsdale, located right above an American Legion Hall. ;D)
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 02:12:46 PM
These days, I think so. It seems to be popular everywhere. (My sister and I had them in Minneapolis, at St. Petersburg (http://www.myvodkabar.com/index.cfm) in Robbinsdale, located right above an American Legion Hall. ;D)
--Bruce
I work in Robbinsdale. ;D
Quote from: mn dave on June 09, 2008, 02:29:54 PM
I work in Robbinsdale. ;D
:o Well then, you must try this place immediately! (If you haven't already.) ;D
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 01:58:46 PM
The first time I had one was with a female friend in New Orleans, who asked the bartender to make hers "absolutely filthy!" ;D
Love it ;D
I've gotten my recipe down now, I think. Four parts vodka, just a splash of vermouth, five or six olives spooned out of the jar with a very small spoon (half the size of a teaspoon). Very little brine, in other words.
My favorite regular martini recipe: four parts gin (or vodka), ice, and then you bring your mouth very close to the shaker and whisper the word vermouth before shaking or stirring :D
QuoteI've been using garlic stuffed olives lately
Wow...that's different. I'll have to try that (we get great garlic stuffed olives from a Turkish guy who has a stall in the mall).
Sarge
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 02:36:15 PM
:o Well then, you must try this place immediately! (If you haven't already.) ;D
--Bruce
I tend to flee from Robbinsdale once the whistle blows.
Quote from: Keemun on June 09, 2008, 11:13:00 AM
Time to resurrect this thread. :)
Earl Grey tea from Upton Tea Imports.
Keemun a most civilized choice indeed! :)
marvin
Quote from: mn dave on June 09, 2008, 01:52:41 PM
Not the whole six-pack at once. ;D
Lightweight. :P
Quote from: marvinbrown on June 09, 2008, 02:49:22 PM
Keemun a most civilized choice indeed! :)
I'm glad you approve. :)
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on June 09, 2008, 02:44:00 PM
I've gotten my recipe down now, I think. Four parts vodka, just a splash of vermouth, five or six olives spooned out of the jar with a very small spoon (half the size of a teaspoon). Very little brine, in other words.
That sounds great. (Although I am mystified why vermouth is so demonized. I like the flavor, and without it all you have is just a "big glass o' gin." Not that there's anything wrong with that... ;D)
The garlic olives work great in martinis. The ones stuffed with blue cheese or feta, to me don't work quite as well.
--Bruce
Quote from: Keemun on June 09, 2008, 02:51:16 PM
I'm glad you approve. :)
How could I not, my kitchen cabinets are stocked with Earl Grey and English Breakfast tea bags. Though I will shamefully $:) admit that I am unfamiliar with Keemun Tea.
marvin
Quote from: marvinbrown on June 09, 2008, 02:59:03 PM
How could I not, my kitchen cabinets are stocked with Earl Grey and English Breakfast tea bags. Though I will shamefully $:) admit that I am unfamiliar with Keemun Tea.
marvin
Keemun is a wonderful tea, and one of my favorites (hence my username). ;D I was first introduced to it in an English Breakfast blend that contained Keemun. I generally drink tea made from loose leaves rather than tea bags, as I like the flavor better. What brand of tea do you like? Twinings Earl Grey was the first tea I ever tried and is still one of my favorite Earl Greys.
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 02:36:15 PM
:o Well then, you must try this place immediately! (If you haven't already.) ;D
Bruce - have not been to Minneapolis in a while, but that bar/restaurant sounds great! I'm surprised that
Dave has not sampled the food & drink there yet? ;) ;D
BTW, loved your reference to the Mt. Athos olives! That mountain in Greece is FAMOUS! A World Heritage Site (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Athos), famous for numerous monasteries, esp. during the Byzantine empire! :)
(http://www.sacred-destinations.com/greece/images/athos/st-pauls-cc-phool-4-XC.jpg)
Quote from: SonicMan on June 09, 2008, 03:09:02 PM
I'm surprised that Dave has not sampled the food & drink there yet?
I didn't even know it existed till Bruce mentioned it. I don't drink much and not usually right after work. And I'm a gin man. ;D
Quote from: bhodges on June 09, 2008, 02:52:55 PM
That sounds great. (Although I am mystified why vermouth is so demonized. I like the flavor, and without it all you have is just a "big glass o' gin." Not that there's anything wrong with that... ;D)
:D What would we do without Seinfeld ;D
About Vermouth...I don't know. I'm a wine drinker; vermouth always tasted like an oxidized wine to me...spoiled wine, in other words. And I've never enjoyed the classic cocktails made with vermouth (Manhattans, Martinis). But I kept trying, both the cocktails and vermouth straight. The dirty martini is the first cocktail made with vermouth that I've really enjoyed. Once accustomed to the taste, I tried drinking vermouth straight the other night and I found myself drinking a second glass. So my taste may be changing. But still, I prefer my martinis very dry, with little vermouth. I recently saw a recipe for a martini that instructed you to put a jigger of vermouth in the shaker, swirl it around so the sides of the shaker got wet, and then to pour it out before adding the gin. A serious recipe...and a
really dry martini 8)
Sarge
Quote from: Keemun on June 09, 2008, 03:06:53 PM
Keemun is a wonderful tea, and one of my favorites (hence my username). ;D I was first introduced to it in an English Breakfast blend that contained Keemun. I generally drink tea made from loose leaves rather than tea bags, as I like the flavor better. What brand of tea do you like? Twinings Earl Grey was the first tea I ever tried and is still one of my favorite Earl Greys.
I drink English Breakfast tea the most in the morning, usually with a cheese sandwich. I also love mint tea especially with the mint leaves in the tea and earl grey tea. Teas that have a fruity taste (strawberry, rasberry etc.) don't interest me much.
marvin
Speaking of egg whites in cocktails I've been drinking a lot of Ramos Gin fizzes lately.
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on June 10, 2008, 11:12:50 AM
Speaking of egg whites in cocktails I've been drinking a lot of Ramos Gin fizzes lately.
Allan
Now there's a drink you don't see mentioned much lately! Very retro... :D
--Bruce
Cold afternoon, so this Chai Latte with Rice milk is warming me up a treat.
(http://www.cafeking.co.nz/img/product_page_chai.gif)
Quote from: bhodges on June 10, 2008, 12:21:49 PM
Now there's a drink you don't see mentioned much lately! Very retro... :D
--Bruce
Sure they take forever to make, but it's all worth it 'cause it's a perfect summer drink!!!!
Allan
An interesting blurb on the local Wine Growers website:
By 2009 Americans will consume more wine than the Italians!
By 2010 Americans will consume more wine than the French!
Zum Wohl!! ;D
Quote from: uffeviking on June 11, 2008, 06:51:27 PM
An interesting blurb on the local Wine Growers website:
By 2009 Americans will consume more wine than the Italians!
By 2010 Americans will consume more wine than the French!
Zum Wohl!! ;D
Family SonicMan and Family Rock are certainly contributing heavily to those statistics. Prost!
Sarge
(http://www.winebeers.com/photos/500026702360G.jpg)
Just finished a bottle of Riesling.....and feel a bit less depressed! :)
Quote from: uffeviking on June 11, 2008, 06:51:27 PM
An interesting blurb on the local Wine Growers website:
By 2009 Americans will consume more wine than the Italians!
By 2010 Americans will consume more wine than the French!
Zum Wohl!! ;D
Lis & Sarge - I've been reading these statistics since the late '60s & never thought that we would be approaching the Italians & French (and a number of others, including the Spaniards!) - but, hey - I'm drinking some wine RIGHT NOW - in fact, coincidence for
Lis, Ch. Ste. Michelle
Chardonnay from Indian Wells - Susan made a wonderful Thai grilled scallop dish w/ bok choy - NOT a bad combo IMHO! ;D
We Washingtonians are very proud of our Ste. Michelle ever since they won the gold medal for one of their Beaujolais and the French didn't get any medal that year!
So what did I open today? A bottle of Malbec from Argentina: Conquista. It's all your fault, Dear Sonicman, telling us about exploring wines from different countries, thought I try it too. Had some French yesterday, not too tempting, but this Argentinian red is beautiful. Not quite as dry as my favourite Kiona Lemberger, a bit more mellow, gentle to the palate and flowery. And this is a 2006! Wonder what the older ones taste, but that's the best my store can come up with. :(
Quote from: uffeviking on June 12, 2008, 07:22:02 PM
We Washingtonians are very proud of our Ste. Michelle ever since they won the gold medal for one of their Beaujolais and the French didn't get any medal that year!
So what did I open today? A bottle of Malbec from Argentina: Conquista. It's all your fault, Dear Sonicman.........
Lis - glad that you're trying those
Malbecs from Argentia - just can't beat the price/quality ratio even for the larger volume brands that seem to ship to many areas in the USA - in North Carolina, we just get the largest importers, e.g. Norton, Catena, Terrazas, and a few others, but even some of their best offerings here often get 90 or so ratings in
Wine Spectator, and are typically less than $20 a bottle - can't find Bordeaux or CA Cabs of that quality for the price - enjoy & let us know if you discover some 'wine jewels' from South America! Dave :D
Right now, a good shot of Bourbon -- Pappy Van Winkle 15 yrs old -- 107 proof with a little water to open it up. This will take the edge off anything.
(http://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs/vw/website3.nsf/files/c15y107pl.jpg/$FILE/c15y107pl.jpg)
Quote from: Bunny on June 12, 2008, 07:54:23 PM
Right now, a good shot of Bourbon -- Pappy Van Winkle 15 yrs old -- 107 proof with a little water to open it up. This will take the edge off anything.
(http://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs/vw/website3.nsf/files/c15y107pl.jpg/$FILE/c15y107pl.jpg)
haha that one looks great. Will see if I can find it somewhere.
At the moment, a couple of shots of Gold Blend coffee.
Tonight, my French girl Stella will be visiting.
Quote from: Bunny on June 12, 2008, 07:54:23 PM
Right now, a good shot of Bourbon -- Pappy Van Winkle 15 yrs old -- 107 proof with a little water to open it up. This will take the edge off anything.
(http://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs/vw/website3.nsf/files/c15y107pl.jpg/$FILE/c15y107pl.jpg)
No wonder Bunny is offline, probably sleeping a few sips of that rocket fuel off.
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Quote from: Mn Dave on July 05, 2008, 10:33:48 AM
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And?
Smooth, baby. 8)
I guess you're supposed to eat lobster with it, but I don't have a lobster, so, oh well...
Quote from: Mn Dave on July 05, 2008, 10:33:48 AM
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Nice stuff, though I prefer the regular Sam Adams.
Quote from: Mn Dave on July 05, 2008, 10:45:43 AM
Smooth, baby. 8)
I guess you're supposed to eat lobster with it, but I don't have a lobster, so, oh well...
Quote from: Norbeone on July 05, 2008, 01:04:40 PM
Nice stuff, though I prefer the regular Sam Adams.
I have had probably two beers in the past 15 years. However, the other night I had a Samuel Adams Boston Lager® and really enjoyed it.
Quote from: Bunny on June 12, 2008, 07:54:23 PM
Right now, a good shot of Bourbon -- Pappy Van Winkle 15 yrs old -- 107 proof with a little water to open it up. This will take the edge off anything.
(http://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/newbs/vw/website3.nsf/files/c15y107pl.jpg/$FILE/c15y107pl.jpg)
The rye they make is awesome too. I still get carded pretty regularly at 35 but 10 years ago there was no getting around it. I went into the local high end liquor store to pick up a bottle of the Old Rip Van Winkle Rye that I'd been reading about. I placed it on the counter the guy looked at me, looked at what I was buying looked at me again paused, then said that I should be carded but he couldn't imagine anyone under 21 buying a bottle of that stuff.
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on July 05, 2008, 01:19:46 PMI placed it on the counter the guy looked at me, looked at what I was buying looked at me again paused, then said that I should be carded but he couldn't imagine anyone under 21 buying a bottle of that stuff.
;D :D ;D
I had a strange cocktail last night that I can't stop thinking about. It's called a Spicy Jack and is a jalepeno infused gin martini with Old Bay seasoning on the rim and a pickled gerkin for garnish. Don't ask me why I ordered it. To try and get that out of my mind and because I couldn't find cherries for a manhattan, I'm drinking a Boulevardier. I think I've posted about them before perhaps. It's equal parts rye, sweet vermouth and campari, a dash of bitters and an orange slice for garnish. So it looks pretty darn similar to a Negroni right? From what I've read though, the Boulevardier was in existence before the Negroni.
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on July 07, 2008, 05:03:49 PM
I had a strange cocktail last night that I can't stop thinking about. It's called a Spicy Jack and is a jalepeno infused gin martini with Old Bay seasoning on the rim and a pickled gerkin for garnish. Don't ask me why I ordered it. To try and get that out of my mind and because I couldn't find cherries for a manhattan, I'm drinking a Boulevardier. I think I've posted about them before perhaps. It's equal parts rye, sweet vermouth and campari, a dash of bitters and an orange slice for garnish. So it looks pretty darn similar to a Negroni right? From what I've read though, the Boulevardier was in existence before the Negroni.
Allan
That sounds like a great drink! (The second one, that is--that first one sounds like something out of a bad horror movie.) I might try to make one of those at home. Any particular brand of bitters you are using?
--Bruce
I have Angustora and Peychaud's and I think I alternate every other time I make them. Honestly I can't taste the difference after the first one :o
Allan
I've never done a "bitters tasting" but was amazed to discover how many there are (thank you, Pegu Club). I have both the ones you mention, though (I think).
--Bruce
Quote from: bhodges on July 07, 2008, 07:10:59 PM
I've never done a "bitters tasting" but was amazed to discover how many there are (thank you, Pegu Club). I have both the ones you mention, though (I think).
--Bruce
I can dig up Robert Hess' recipe for the standard Pegu bitters if you are so inclined to give it a go. All the cocktail dudes seem to be over experimenting with the bitters though and are now whipping up vermouths.
BTW.
Monotonous Forest
New music, art and the
occasional cocktail recipe?
.
;)
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on July 07, 2008, 07:18:58 PM
occasional
Busted! :-[
I have two items in mind, so stay tuned. ;D
--Bruce
and I better not be reading about no damn Spicy Jack and Boulevardiers either.
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on July 07, 2008, 07:24:07 PM
and I better not be reading about no damn Spicy Jack and Boulevardiers either.
Allan
But you see, when you
mix the two together... >:D >:D >:D
--Bruce
Bwahahaha......
I call it a Spicy...
[lurid drink name excised by moderator]
;D
--Bruce
(http://www.liveveg.com/Blog/image.axd?picture=naked.jpg)
"get naked and drink a Naked"
Iced Kona
Two more Naked's in the past ten minutes. Yum!:
(http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/nakedjuicefort/images/bluemachinebottle.jpg) (http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/nakedjuicefort/images/strawbancbottle.jpg)
Breakfast and lunch:
(http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/nakedjuicefort/images/nakedstawkiwi.jpg)(http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/nakedjuicefort/images/protienbananachoc.jpg)
V8 Juice (low sodium) + Salad for lunch (just mixed greens w/ mandarin oranges, walnuts, & blue cheese + light amount of dressing) - ;D
(http://images-cdn01.associatedcontent.com/image/A1328/132868/300_132868.jpg)
Celestial Seasons - Goji Berry Pomegranate Green Tea. I'm picky about flavored teas, but I like this one. :)
(http://www.celestialseasonings.com/images/products/green-teas/goji-berry-pomegranate-med.jpg)
Quote from: Keemun on July 31, 2008, 05:56:00 AM
Celestial Seasons - Goji Berry Pomegranate Green Tea. I'm picky about flavored teas, but I like this one. :)
(http://www.celestialseasonings.com/images/products/green-teas/goji-berry-pomegranate-med.jpg)
They put this together right down the road from us Keemun. Let me know if you ever have trouble finding a flavor from this company.
http://www.celestialseasonings.com/visit-us/index.html
Quote from: Bogey on July 31, 2008, 05:59:24 AM
They put this together right down the road from us Keemun. Let me know if you ever have trouble finding a flavor from this company.
http://www.celestialseasonings.com/visit-us/index.html
Thanks. :)
Bring this on over:
Karl and Corey, how are your tea supplies?
Coffee with stroh 80 and a good cigar8)
Quote from: Bogey on July 31, 2008, 06:16:05 AM
Bring this on over:
Karl and Corey, how are your tea supplies?
Supplies low — calling for reinforcements...
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(http://67.18.219.83/image_hosting/web_pages/oman222/News/Coke_Zero_Bottle.jpg)
I've been drinking over a liter (appx1/4 gallon) per day lately :-[
Quote from: orbital on July 31, 2008, 08:05:02 AM
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I've been drinking over a liter (appx1/4 gallon) per day lately :-[
Great! Now I know, where I can allow myself to push my limit to. ;D But I stay away from light products.
Time to resurrect this thread (again). ;D
Now drinking:
(http://www.republicoftea.com/images/products/viewlarger/p40005O.jpg)
Lots of bergamot flavor, as evidenced by the label. Unfortunately, the tea bags are easily over-steeped (I didn't set the timer because I was busy talking with my boss while making it). :-[
(http://www.aurateas.com/Handler.ashx?PhotoID=156&Size=B)
When not drinking coffee, silver needle jasmine has been my choice.
Doooooood......imagine the street value of that stuff.
Allan
Bill believes in maximum caffeination!
Coffee for me, I've been drinking O'Hara's to wind down and I like it, well okay I finished those off a few days ago, but it was good.
Waddup D?
Allan
Yo Allan
Quote from: DavidW on September 05, 2008, 05:56:47 PM
Bill believes in maximum caffeination!
Coffee for me, I've been drinking O'Hara's to wind down and I like it, well okay I finished those off a few days ago, but it was good.
I was hitting Starbucks 5-6 times a week for my joe, David. However, when I started calculating what I was paying per month I had to knock it off. So now once a week is my goal with all other coffee leaving the house with me. Good to see you back and hope all is well.
Quote from: Corey on July 31, 2008, 06:51:33 AM
Supplies low — calling for reinforcements...
(http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z245/tapiola/fooddrop.jpg)
Corey, my apologies. Just in the mountains where I grabbed that last batch for you, but totally spaced it. Next time I will try to turn on my brain and bring some down for shipment.
Quote from: Bogey on September 06, 2008, 05:58:15 AM
I was hitting Starbucks 5-6 times a week for my joe, David. However, when I started calculating what I was paying per month I had to knock it off. So now once a week is my goal with all other coffee leaving the house with me. Good to see you back and hope all is well.
In grad school the Mrs. and I lived near a Donna's (http://www.donnas.com/) and a bit of a drive away from any decent grocery. We stopped in at Donna's way too often. At one point after the Mrs. ordered her usual sandwich and coffee to go the waitress straight out said "you know, you'd save a lot of money if you ate at home evey once in a while" ;D
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on September 06, 2008, 08:24:07 AM
In grad school the Mrs. and I lived near a Donna's (http://www.donnas.com/) and a bit of a drive away from any decent grocery. We stopped in at Donna's way too often. At one point after the Mrs. ordered her usual sandwich and coffee to go the waitress straight out said "you know, you'd save a lot of money if you ate at home evey once in a while" ;D
Allan
Yup. The one I stop at knows my name and has my drink started before I get to the front of the line. :D
Quote from: Bogey on September 06, 2008, 05:58:15 AM
I was hitting Starbucks 5-6 times a week for my joe, David. However, when I started calculating what I was paying per month I had to knock it off. So now once a week is my goal with all other coffee leaving the house with me. Good to see you back and hope all is well.
Yeah that would be pricey. This is what I do-- I have a small coffee maker (makes 4 instead of 10-12) in my office, and I have coffee, filters, a cup, and even dawn to clean it. And then bingo I get an afternoon pick me up without paying! :) I have like half a pot of coffee in the morning at home, but I need another cup in the afternoon.
A very oaky Cabernet Sauvignon from California (Kenwood 2005). Up front and overly 'obvious', but still fruity and well-balanced.
Just brewed up a pot of probably my favorite coffee.....even tastes better when we do it at home:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3193/2667312454_7bfca2638d.jpg?v=0)
I don't normally drink coffee, but I used to get that specially ground for my french press when I worked next to a Starbucks. Never drank filter drip coffee again.
Friday night means a martini (sometimes). 8)
Beer.
Drinking now:
(http://www.sanderbarth.nl/weblog/images/grolsch_fles.jpg)
But I like these bottles more:
(http://www.uncrate.com/men/images/2007/09/grolsch.jpg)
Better of course is in a nice glass.
Beer is good to flush away all the bad food :-).
Spring water.
I am/will be drinking these teas today, all bagged teas as I'm out of loose tea, but still good. :)
(http://liptontea.elsstore.com/app/images/product/large/04100021087l.jpg)
(http://www.republicoftea.com/images/products/viewlarger/p40005O.jpg)
(http://www.mightyleaf.com/images/boxes/vanilla-bean-box.jpg)
(http://www.bigelowtea.com/images/catalog/00105.jpg)
(http://www.celestialseasonings.com/images/products/green-teas/goji-berry-pomegranate-med.jpg)
Your soul.
Best cheap whiskey around (about $12 / 750ML):
(http://rebelyellwhiskey.com/images/index_bottle.jpg)
Quote from: Keemun on September 15, 2008, 06:10:47 AM
I am/will be drinking these teas today, all bagged teas as I'm out of loose tea, but still good. :)
...
Do you always plan your tea drinking? That's serious business :).
(http://www.bestcellars.co.uk/files/480812Avondale%20Sauvignon.gif?PHPSESSID=9fd5fd73c9c181539d229f34833e5018)
Avondale Sauvignon Blanc 2007 (Paarl, RSA)
Tropic fruit flavours mix with lively acid in this highly areeable SB, which should also appeal to Riesling fans. At about €7 per bottle in Germany (mail order), a great bang for the buck.
Thomas
Saw something called Brother Thelonious (http://www.northcoastbrewing.com/beer-brotherThelonious.htm) at the grocer today and couldn't pass it up. Awesome cover art :P
Allan
Last night a Trimbach Gewurztraminer Seigneur de Ribeaupierre 2001. I'm no great fan of this grape, too often finding them low-acid, sickly sweet and perfumed, but by one of the very few and true masters of Gewurztraminer, Trimbach, this is supremely well balanced and minerally, still full and rich in style but with fine acids. Superb match with scampi with chili and balsamico.
(http://www.celestialseasonings.com/images/products/green-teas/organic-green-tea-med.jpg)
I find the non-organic variety has slighty better flavor, probably a trade-off of quality vs. organic to maintain the same price for both varieties.
Quote from: erato on September 19, 2008, 11:52:52 PM
Last night a Trimbach Gewurztraminer Seigneur de Ribeaupierre 2001. I'm no great fan of this grape, too often finding them low-acid, sickly sweet and perfumed, but by one of the very few and true masters of Gewurztraminer, Trimbach, this is supremely well balanced and minerally, still full and rich in style but with fine acids. Superb match with scampi with chili and balsamico.
Gewurztraminer is one of my favourite
cépages. I don't fint it sweet. But mineral and perfumed are two qualities I associate with it, as well as spicy. It's the most peculiar alsatian wine. It can be overwhelming if it's not well-balanced. When it's well done I count it as a prince among wines.
(http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/ProductImage.aspx?pc=JEN/VAN1&w=270) (http://www.de-ooievaar.nl/english/genevas.php?id=9)
~ Click picture ~
Q
Quote from: Henk on September 15, 2008, 05:14:59 AM
But I like these bottles more:
(http://www.uncrate.com/men/images/2007/09/grolsch.jpg)
I always found Grolsch too skunky tasting, which may have been because the bottles let in too much light, which degrades the beer.
The bottles are great for bottling your own beer, though. Just keep it in a dark place.
Quote from: toledobass on September 19, 2008, 06:07:48 PM
Saw something called Brother Thelonious (http://www.northcoastbrewing.com/beer-brotherThelonious.htm) at the grocer today and couldn't pass it up. Awesome cover art :P
Allan
Dear Allan: If you would have read my post on the subject dealing with the variety of wines, you could have learned from my experience with pretty pictures on the label! :'(
Re: WINE - Red, White, or Other - Discussed Here!
« Reply #278 on: October 30, 2008, 08:44:25 PM »
It's a beer though, dear Lis, and in this case the beer was an excellent find!!!!! Really, how could a jazz fan pass it up?
Hope you are well,
Allan
One of my bad addictions: Diet Coke :-\
Quote from: toledobass on November 02, 2008, 08:12:58 AM
It's a beer though, dear Lis, and in this case the beer was an excellent find!!!!! Really, how could a jazz fan pass it up?
Hope you are well,
Allan
I am not too well, Dear Allan, in fact I have a red face :-[ because I had no idea your Brother Whatshisname is beer! Now I know and shall never forget it, thanks to you! :-*
Forgot to tell you, I too drink beer, now and then, especially on hot summer days long gone by now so it will be mostly wine:
Quote from: Brünnhilde forever on November 02, 2008, 08:47:14 AM
Forgot to tell you, I too drink beer, now and then, especially on hot summer days long gone by now so it will be mostly wine:
Looks delicious! ;D
Tastes deliciously too!
Many varieties of beer being brewed in the small Bavarian town of Aying, take our pick:
http://en.ayinger-bier.de/?pid=82
Heil'ge Pizza ! This looks like meine kind of bier ! :D
Just experienced an most unusual brew (local of course - nothing gets in the way of French Canadian imagination when it comes to bubbles :from buckwheat to pumpkin to maple to cranberry, oats or barley :D . I was looking for scallops in the supermarket when I stumbled upon a variety I had never experienced before: Coffee Imperial Stout. 9.5% degrees. Caramba (hips :D) I can assure a salmon, shrimps, white fish, scallops, carrots, bok choy, potatoes and cream stew goes down quite well with it.
Glenfiddich scotch, it is Saturday night! 8)
Quote from: donaldopato on November 08, 2008, 06:06:31 PM
Glenfiddich scotch, it is Saturday night! 8)
Aaaach......Scotland The Brave.... and all that ;D
(Can't touch the stuff myself, gives me dreadful indigestion :( What a poor Scot I am :()
Draft sake to accompany a hastily bought plate of sushis.
man we went through a lot of Georgian red wine last night, 8 or 10 bottles between 6 people, it was not cool seeing a £260 bill at the end. Those Georgians make some bloody good wine. I don't like to drink much these days but if I do it's usually some red. Starting to find most scotch whisky too sweet, not sure what it is but after a few shots I can't drink anymore and have this horrible sweetness in my mouth, maybe some sort of dysbiosis.
Having read about fans celebrating the anniversary of The Big Lebowski, a film I dearly love, I finally made, for the first time, a White Russian a few weeks ago....just to get into the Lebowski mood. Neither Mrs. Rock nor I were very impressed...good but not quite something we'd drink often. Mrs. Rock, recalling the Brandy Alexander excesses of our wild and abandoned youth, decided the problem with the drink was the vodka: she'd substitute brandy for vodka. I told her that drink was called a Dirty White Mother...a variation of the White Russian. Tonight we tried it...and, indeed, it is much more to our liking. I see wild times ahead ;D
Sarge
Quote from: Corey on September 07, 2008, 07:04:29 AM
I don't normally drink coffee, but I used to get that specially ground for my french press when I worked next to a Starbucks. Never drank filter drip coffee again.
If you get your coffee from Starbucks and have them grind it for you, tell them to use No7 on their machine. It's a little thinner than their usual French Press grind, but yields a much more flavorful result.
I got a box of assorted Sam Adams beers (stout, porter, ale, lambic, and 2 lagers), and it reminds me why I haven't had any Sam Adams in years. The balance of flavors seems to be too much on the sweet side. (OK, "Cranberry Lambic" is right out, but I accept that as a holiday thing). I prefer a better balance between bitter and malty flavors (on the other side, some beers can taste way too spicy, in some kind of hoppier-than-thou arms race.) Though to be fair it may be because my fridge is too cold. They do seem to improve somewhat if you let them warm up a little. Also, the Boston Lager is OK.
Merlot-Cabernet combo :o
Bailey's Irish Cream (drunk as if it were a chocolate milk-shake :o)
Quote from: Serenity Now! on December 26, 2008, 07:20:19 PM
Merlot-Cabernet combo :o
Why the 'shocked face'? ;) Common combination around the world! :)
Quote from: Daverz on December 22, 2008, 10:40:06 PM
I got a box of assorted Sam Adams beers (stout, porter, ale, lambic, and 2 lagers), and it reminds me why I haven't had any Sam Adams in years. The balance of flavors seems to be too much on the sweet side. (OK, "Cranberry Lambic" is right out, but I accept that as a holiday thing). I prefer a better balance between bitter and malty flavors (on the other side, some beers can taste way too spicy, in some kind of hoppier-than-thou arms race.) Though to be fair it may be because my fridge is too cold. They do seem to improve somewhat if you let them warm up a little. Also, the Boston Lager is OK.
Yeah, the cranberry Iambic was nasty, ruined the economics of the $1/per beer price of the box price at Sam's. They screwed up their last seasonal box with the Cherry Wheat
Still working on my Christmas Presents:
(http://www.forpeatsake.com/Images/Bottles/Woodford_Reserve/Woodford_Reserve_Woodford_Reserve_Distiller's_Select__.jpg)
(http://www.heelslide.net/drink/pics/balvenie_doublewood.jpg)
One of my favorite bourbons and the scotch that got me into scotch!!! Hope you're enjoying both!
Allan
I'll have what JCHEN's having
http://www.good-music-guide.com/community/index.php/topic,10510.0.html
I've had four days off the old gut rot, which is something of a record for me. But it's the weekend now. Yay! I've been out enjoying Berio's Sinfonia and Strauss's Alpine Symphony tonight, so the other half has stocked up the fridge with Polish beers for a laugh. Currently glugging Zywiec, which is very nice.
Hot dark chocolate. 8)
Quote from: jchen on January 10, 2009, 03:11:29 PM
Hot dark chocolate. 8)
With my throat like it is, that would be ideal. But since I've none in the house, I'll have to settle for tea, or (if I feel the situation is that bad), the dreaded chamomile, which, even though I love tea, is very far from being my favourite herb indeed...
White grape peach juice.
Completely emotionally drained and shattered after overdosing on the last ten minutes of Mahler's Resurrection Symphony, I am sipping some vintage port to settle my emotions ;D
Earlier this evening, Riesling Spätlese, shared with Mrs. Rock: one bottle from the Mosel (a Graacher Himmelreich from Weingut Kerpen), one bottle from the Pfalz (an Ungsteiner Herrenberg from Weingut Pfeffingen). Right now, Baileys Irish Cream on the rocks
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 11, 2009, 02:21:41 PMRight now, Baileys Irish Cream on the rocks
Sarge
Hmm, caramel cream is more my style - pity it's only sold 'round Christmastime...
Quote from: Brian on January 11, 2009, 03:17:50 PM
Hmm, caramel cream is more my style - pity it's only sold 'round Christmastime...
Does Bailey's make that? I notice differing bottles but only pay attention to the original.
Sarge
Peet's Coffee: Major Dickason's Blend®
You were correct, David (Ross). Great coffee!
The Major, eh? Definitely not a coffee for wimps, Bill--glad you're enjoying it. My own brew today is the only coffee Starbucks offers that I really like: their Ethiopia Sidamo.
(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/85/272593955_240169bedf.jpg?v=0)
A delicious Belgium beer :)
The same thing I drink everyday, my own home-roasted blend of beans (some Indonesian, some South American and some African, with a little robusta for extra punch)
(http://home.surewest.net/frcn/Coffee/genecafe/gene2.jpg)
made in my excellent espresso machine.
(http://www.wholelattelove.com/articles/images/expobar_brewtus2.jpg)
Mmm ...
(http://community.moertel.com/ss/space/start/2004-04-22/1/espresso-small.jpg)
(http://www.lpbreakfastclub.com/memberlogos/uglymug.gif)
(http://www.bevnet.com/images/reviews/sweetleaf/231391.SLT-Grannylogo-ICEDTEAS.jpg)
Dan Ackroyd is coming to town Friday to sign bottles of Crystal Head Vodka. (http://crystalheadvodka.com/)
I'm guessing it's going to be packed. Should I go? It would be cool to drink booze out of a SKULL! ;D
Lately, a nip every now and then of this:
(http://www.beveragewarehouse.com/images/products/1205.jpg)
Ethiopia Sidamo from Starbucks, again (my backup when I've run out of Peet's and don't feel like driving to Davis solely to score more). Later today I'll swing by Peet's en route to the Big Tomato to pick up a pound of their terrific Sumatra Blue Batak.
Uh. I'm asking for an opinion up there. This means you! $:)
Quote from: Mn Dave on March 18, 2009, 09:19:47 AM
Uh. I'm asking for an opinion up there. This means you! $:)
Vodka plus Ackroyd plus skulls...a no-brainer, Dave. Why are you even asking? ;D
Sarge
Hot mint tea.
I don't care if Ackroyd doesn't show 8)
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on March 18, 2009, 09:25:45 AM
Vodka plus Ackroyd plus skulls...a no-brainer, Dave. Why are you even asking? ;D
Sarge
:D
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on March 18, 2009, 09:32:34 AM
Hot mint tea.
I don't care if Ackroyd doesn't show 8)
But Karl, are you drinking it out of a
skull?
;D
--Bruce
(http://www.bevmo.com/Media/Images/ProductImagesFull/86553.jpg)
Everything tastes better when it's in a skull.
Quote from: bhodges on March 18, 2009, 09:34:47 AM
But Karl, are you drinking it out of a skull?
;D
Mud in yer eye,
Bruce! 8)
Quote from: DavidRoss on March 18, 2009, 09:14:39 AM
Ethiopia Sidamo from Starbucks, again (my backup when I've run out of Peet's and don't feel like driving to Davis solely to score more). Later today I'll swing by Peet's en route to the Big Tomato to pick up a pound of their terrific Sumatra Blue Batak.
Just talked my wife into buying some whole bean Peet's Major Dickason's Blend®, David. She is hooked. She even liked it better than her holy grail Starbucks Starbucks® Christmas Blend. I have been drinking their French Roast at work, but believe I enjoy what the Major has to offer a bit more. Both are sold at our local supermarket here, so easy to come by. I will have to stop by their shop local shop here and try some Sumatra Blue Batak.
From a recipe out of a magazine I subscribe to, I made some chai tea last night. Excellent results but I'm going to tinker around a little here and there and see if I can get it to be a little more spicy/aromatic than the leaning toward more sweet it turned out.
Allan
Quote from: Bogey on March 21, 2009, 05:00:57 AM
Just talked my wife into buying some whole bean Peet's Major Dickason's Blend®, David. She is hooked. She even liked it better than her holy grail Starbucks Starbucks® Christmas Blend. I have been drinking their French Roast at work, but believe I enjoy what the Major has to offer a bit more. Both are sold at our local supermarket here, so easy to come by. I will have to stop by their shop local shop here and try some Sumatra Blue Batak.
All sold out, I'm afraid. It was a small specialty lot that disappeared fast. One of the best coffees I've ever had: very full body, rich, musty flavor, smooth, and perfectly balanced for my palate (Central American coffee fans would consider it low in acid). I imagine they'll be buying more from the region when it's available so keep it mind.
I'm glad to hear that your wife likes the Major. Their signature blend, it's a coffee for folks who like
coffee!
"Mandrake, do you KNOW why I only drink grain alcohol and pure rain water?"
A small glass of Ardbeg 10 yrs and a shared bottle of Ch Fourcas Hosten 2000 with the missus last night, Handel's Theodora on the set on DVD.
This morning: Peet's 2009 Anniversary Blend, based on a coffee from Burundi with some American accents. Good flavor, not overly acidic, but quite thin-bodied, requiring me to use about 20% more beans to get a brew that I like.
Quote from: DavidRoss on March 21, 2009, 07:23:18 AM
I'm glad to hear that your wife likes the Major. Their signature blend, it's a coffee for folks who like coffee!
Funny you put it that way, David. My described as, "*she paused*, well, it tastes like, coffee." She is not into the stronger blends and does not like added flavors. Probably why the Major's works for her. She takes her's black while I pour in the cream with a bit of sugar from time to time. In short,she has a better gauge of how it actually tastes IMO.
(http://www.cvcoffee.com/prod_images_blowup/Starbucks-Cafe-Estima2.jpg)
Quote from: Bogey on March 22, 2009, 05:17:01 AM
Funny you put it that way, David. My described as, "*she paused*, well, it tastes like, coffee." She is not into the stronger blends and does not like added flavors. Probably why the Major's works for her. She takes her's black while I pour in the cream with a bit of sugar from time to time. In short,she has a better gauge of how it actually tastes IMO.
No added flavors from Peet's! God forbid any coffee lover should adulterate the glorious bean with dry cleaning fluid, liquid smoke, or any similar abomination! Major D's is a fairly strong blend, however--though that can be moderated by making a weaker brew that will still retain more body and flavor than most blends.
Now sipping: A personal tea blend consisting of two parts Peet's Russian Caravan (proprietary blend of China blacks) and one part Lapsong Souchong.
Quote from: DavidRoss on March 22, 2009, 01:51:40 PM
No added flavors from Peet's! God forbid any coffee lover should adulterate the glorious bean with dry cleaning fluid, liquid smoke, or any similar abomination! Major D's is a fairly strong blend, however--though that can be moderated by making a weaker brew that will still retain more body and flavor than most blends.
Now sipping: A personal tea blend consisting of two parts Peet's Russian Caravan (proprietary blend of China blacks) and one part Lapsong Souchong.
I always put in enough beans for 12 cups and enough water for 11. ;)
Apple juice and Sprite mix. 8)
Quote from: Brian on March 22, 2009, 02:12:53 PM
Apple juice and Sprite mix. 8)
Out of necessity or on purpose, Brian? :) Actually does not sound too bad.
Quote from: Bogey on March 22, 2009, 03:34:22 PM
Out of necessity or on purpose, Brian? :) Actually does not sound too bad.
Both: my preferred mix is cranberry juice and Sprite, which is delightful, but the cafeteria doesn't have CJ.
Raspberry vodka and fruit juice.
Quote from: toledobass on March 21, 2009, 05:33:52 AM
From a recipe out of a magazine I subscribe to, I made some chai tea last night. Excellent results but I'm going to tinker around a little here and there and see if I can get it to be a little more spicy/aromatic than the leaning toward more sweet it turned out.
Allan
I love chai tea, especially in the winter. It is
extra warming like mulled wine without the...side effects! ;D
Now, brown rice tea, which I got hooked on in Hong Kong (although it is actually Japanese). Thankfully I have a well-stocked oriental supermarket nearby to keep me happy! It has a nutty, popcorny, shreaded wheat taste to it. Lovely!
I just discovered Pu-erh tea (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pu-erh_tea) and have quickly taken to it. It's a nice rich tea with a an earthy charachter and extremely smooth mouth feel. Good mid day wake me up kick to it too. ;D
Give it a try if you haven't already.
Allan
(http://www.neonsign.com/eng_tackers/images/heinekenbottletin.jpg)
The Unseen Bean roasted in our backyard in Boulder, Colorado. Here is a short video on the coffee.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCirh21XlAA
On this beautiful, sunny Canada Day :)
A Super Big Gulp Coke from 7 Eleven
Fact: Winnipeg is the Slurpee Capital of the World, and has won that distinction many years. Obviously something to be proud of. :P
Quote from: ChamberNut on July 01, 2009, 01:07:43 PM
On this beautiful, sunny Canada Day :)
I'm jealous. I can't remember the last sunny day we had here in the Boston area, so on this dreary thunder-stormy afternoon, I'm drinking a nice hot cup of coffee from my local independently-owned donut shop listening to Hilary Hayn play the Barber and Edgar Meyer violin concertos. (concerti?)
Quote from: Szykniej on July 01, 2009, 01:15:20 PM
I'm drinking a nice hot cup of coffee from my local independently-owned donut shop listening to Hilary Hayn play the Barber and Edgar Meyer violin concertos. (concerti?)
I prefer saying "concertos", even though it's not technically the proper term. ;D I'm assuming you're listening to this on your mp3 player? If it's the donut shop, kudos to them for playing classical! :)
A simple but very refreshing cocktail made from Absolut Ruby Red (vodka flavored with grapefruit), and fresh grapefruit juice.
--Bruce
Bruce,
I read about a Japanese bar that makes a muddled heirloom tomato bloody mary. Ever have anything like that? Have a recipe of some sort? I remember my dad's cocktail of choice was a bloody mary, but he made it with V8...that pretty much turned me off to the drink even up to this day. Reading about a version like this really has me thinking twice though.
Allan
Quote from: toledobass on July 16, 2009, 10:28:10 PM
Bruce,
I read about a Japanese bar that makes a muddled heirloom tomato bloody mary. Ever have anything like that? Have a recipe of some sort? I remember my dad's cocktail of choice was a bloody mary, but he made it with V8...that pretty much turned me off to the drink even up to this day. Reading about a version like this really has me thinking twice though.
Allan
Wow, that sounds delicious, and no, I've never heard of anything similar. I love tomatoes, and those heirloom varieties are not only tasty but often gorgeous as well (i.e., all the different colors). I can imagine some clever mixologist being attracted to them.
PS, I used to *hate* tomato juice (and V8) as a kid, but somehow that changed as an adult. A good Bloody Mary is a beautiful thing. 8)
Edit: Ah, here we go!
http://www.cookthink.com/recipe/11857/Thai-Inspired_Heirloom_Tomato_Bloody_Mary
--Bruce
In these parts, it's considered early in the day to be thinking of bloody marys, lads. YMMV, of course 0:)
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on July 17, 2009, 03:43:09 AM
In these parts, it's considered early in the day to be thinking of bloody marys, lads. YMMV, of course 0:)
;D
As they say, "it's always five o'clock p.m. somewhere in the world." ;D
--Bruce
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on July 17, 2009, 03:43:09 AM
In these parts, it's considered early in the day to be thinking of bloody marys, lads. YMMV, of course 0:)
Around here the mods need to be sloshed before dealing with our more interesting posters. $:)
Why do you think I resigned as Moderator? Being sloshed 24 hours a day interfered with my regular, paying job! 0:)
Quote from: DavidW on July 17, 2009, 06:30:34 AM
Around here the mods need to be sloshed before dealing with our more interesting posters. $:)
Quote from: Brünnhilde ewig on July 17, 2009, 07:52:27 AM
Why do you think I resigned as Moderator? Being sloshed 24 hours a day interfered with my regular, paying job! 0:)
;D
--Bruce
Quote from: Brünnhilde ewig on July 17, 2009, 07:52:27 AM
Why do you think I resigned as Moderator? Being sloshed 24 hours a day interfered with my regular, paying job! 0:)
I must say, you've cleaned up
very tidily, my dear! ;) 0:) 8)
Lis was thinking "they don't pay me enough to do this job! Oh wait, they don't pay me at all..." The other mods haven't realized that yet, that's why they're mods. ;) :D
It's all soft dollars. That, and complimentary copies of Newman's "scholarly" tomes ;D 8)
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on July 17, 2009, 08:05:05 AM
It's all soft dollars. That, and complimentary copies of Newman's "scholarly" tomes ;D 8)
I hear that reading out loud such insipid prattle as Newman's work is considered torture in some countries. 8)
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on July 17, 2009, 08:01:13 AM
I must say, you've cleaned up very tidily, my dear! ;) 0:) 8)
Thank you,
my Dear Karl, for appreciating my years of dedicated missionary work among the savages! 0:)
Quote from: Brünnhilde ewig on July 17, 2009, 08:55:11 AM
Thank you, my Dear Karl, for appreciating my years of dedicated missionary work among the savages! 0:)
Lis in her final years as mod--
(http://radified.com/gfx4/brando.jpg)
;D
;D ;D ;D
My Teutonic genes - bolstered by Wagnerian determination and endurance - facilitated my speedy recovery! ;)
No, I am not volunteering again, ever! 8)
Quote from: Brünnhilde ewig on July 17, 2009, 09:11:04 AM
No, I am not volunteering again, ever! 8)
Good for you! You are recovered, indeed! :D ;)
Sierra Nevada Porter
Away on a 2-nighter to the Duke Campus in Durham; visited the Nasher Museum and had a light lunch @ their cafe (seared rare tuna salad - delicious!); decided to try a local beer called Duck-Rabbit from Farmville, NC (just east of Raleigh near Greenville) - dark amber brew w/ a lot of hoppy taste - excellent! The label & name are fun, i.e. one of those optical 'dual' illusions - :D
(http://www.duckrabbitbrewery.com/pictures/The-Duck-Rabbit-1.gif)
Café du jour from Peet's, and it is excellent. I may get my coffee there all the time.
Three bottles of Jack Daniel's.
That's quite a few.
Apple juice mixed with Sprite here.
Quote from: MN Dave on September 03, 2009, 11:27:27 AM
Three bottles of Jack Daniel's.
I hope not all in one sitting. ;D
Bell's Oberon.
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Quote from: MN Dave on September 03, 2009, 11:27:27 AM
Three bottles of Jack Daniel's.
In your dreams, Moonbeam.
Mind you, that's probably the right way to aapproahc that volume of drinking . . . .
Cranberry/pomegranate juice.
Starbucks® Thanksgiving Blend (http://www.starbucks.com/coffee/p106c7-starbucks-thanksgiving-blend.aspx#num=01&id=starbucks%C2%AE_thanksgiving_blend)
Oolong
Blood and bile.
Can't be a good morning for you, then : (
Breakfast of champions. ;)
Hot cocoa; cold wet morning here in the Town of the Pulse.
Natty Greene's Amble Ale - just doing an overnight in Greensboro, NC at the Proximity Hotel - had a great dinner of grilled veal chops w/ some roasted potatoes & green beans - delicious!
After dinner, I had a couple of beers @ the bar - a local product made by the Natty Greene' Brewing Company in Greensboro; of course, named after Nathaniel Greene, major general in charge of the American army @ the Battle of Guilford Court House; Greensboro did not exist then but was named after him!
Now, I mainly drink wine, but enjoy a 'fine' beer - the 'local' American products can indeed be delicious, and this regional brewery is a good example; for those 'beer drinkers' from outside of America paying a visit, please try the local products; just no comparison to the MAJOR brands better known to the world (won't mention them) - :D
Been getting into oolongs and white teas. Really enjoying exploring oolongs. Whites I'm still not sold on. Although the scent of the tea is always very inviting, it always tastes like hot water to me. Haven't given up on them yet though.
Allan
Everyday I drink about 2 liters of tea, which means I drink tea almost throughout the day. When I do have the time I drink in the traditional way, rituals and all. I don't have a photo of my tea set but it is similar to what is in this photo, only mine is bigger. I drink many different kinds of tea, with different teapots and cups for each different types of tea so there is no cross contemination. The flavor of the tea does get into the teapot!
Very nice, Paul. Some days, I do drink as much tea as your esteemed self : )
Anyone use a guiwan to brew their tea?
Allan
Not in a gaiwan per se, but I often steep it directly in the mug, usually with a big mesh tea ball instead of loose, though we do have a covered mug with a built in infuser.
Right now I'm drinking a blend of Indonesian coffees brewed in a French press. Yum!
Whole milk. One gallon a day.
(http://www.united-nations-of-beer.com/images/heineken-21350757.gif)
Quote from: Mn Dave on May 22, 2011, 12:27:12 PM
(http://www.united-nations-of-beer.com/images/heineken-21350757.gif)
Cheers! :)
Weird site, Dave. United Nations of Beer?
I wish I was drinking this.
(http://www.dangerousminds.net/images/uploads/slayerredwine1dfd.jpg)
Excellent stuff: (though 40% instead of what's in the pictured bottle)
(http://nerds.dk/wysimages/hp_12yo.jpg)
tea: Vietnam Yen Bai OP — very good black tea, strong and malty
Quote from: snyprrr on December 23, 2010, 08:12:38 PM
Whole milk. One gallon a day.
I almost do this. 3/4 a gallon a day of reduced fat for the last 3 or 4 years. My fat intake is probably 150% as much as the average person's... ::)
32 oz. of water before noon.
(http://store.nalgene.com/v/vspfiles/photos/16%20Ounce%20Wide%20Mouth-2T.jpg)
Home made lemonade.
Recipe: Dissolve sugar in hot water (boil the water), let it cool, keep it in a empty bottle of wine for instance. Squeeze an orange apple, take some sugar water, put it in a glass and fill with cold water. With one orange apple you can have 1/2 litre of lemonade.
First time I made this. Tastes great!
Lately, I've been getting back into drinking beer, mainly locally crafted products from the Piedmont Triad - North Carolina now has over dozens of brewing companies of various sizes.
Most recently, my son was visiting so I thought an introduction to one of the many local brews would be of interest; so for the last 3 days we've been sharing some Natty Greene's Amber Ale - I prefer darker beers and this one is quite tasty. Winston-Salem also has several local brew establishment, including Foothills Brewing w/ a restaurant downtown. :)
P.S. For those interested, a little history on Natty Greene's (http://www.nattygreenes.com/content/about-owners), named after Nathaniel Greene, American Major General during the Revolution here and leader of the Americans against Cornwallis at the Battle of Guilford Court House - Greensboro did not exist then and later when establish was obviously named after Greene.
(http://mustlovebeer.com/public/album_photo/63/45/451e_c302.jpg?c=6c02)
Alright Monkey Greg, what are you drinking??!
I think I'll start a beer in a moment. It will be a Left Hand Fade to Black, a black ale that I'm not really sure how I feel about.
Quote from: Brian on January 23, 2013, 05:06:57 PM
Alright Monkey Greg, what are you drinking??!
I think I'll start a beer in a moment. It will be a Left Hand Fade to Black, a black ale that I'm not really sure how I feel about.
Could only make it to Kroger, so it's
Fat Tire tonight. Not that I'm disappointed, I enjoy it quite a bit.
Quote from: TheGSMoeller on January 23, 2013, 05:30:00 PM
Could only make it to Kroger, so it's Fat Tire tonight. Not that I'm disappointed, I enjoy it quite a bit.
Yeah, Fat Tire's a good standby, go-to beer. I also like Alaska Amber for that purpose.
Sleeman's Honey Brown! :)
Quote from: ChamberNut on January 23, 2013, 05:43:04 PM
Sleeman's Honey Brown! :)
Never tried it. Where's it from?
Cheers, Ray. ;D
I personally dislike beer and all alcoholic drinks. Never have acquired the taste. For me, tea is the drink of champions. 8)
Quote from: TheGSMoeller on January 23, 2013, 05:44:38 PM
Never tried it. Where's it from?
Cheers, Ray. ;D
From Canada, eh? 8) ;D
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Quote from: Mirror Image on January 23, 2013, 05:49:10 PM
I personally dislike beer and all alcoholic drinks. Never have acquired the taste. For me, tea is the drink of champions. 8)
Morning - coffee
Afternoon - tea
Evening - alcohol
Quote from: TheGSMoeller on January 23, 2013, 05:52:02 PM
Morning - coffee
Afternoon - tea
Evening - alcohol
Me:
Morning - tea
Afternoon - iced sweet tea
Evening - iced sweet tea
Quote from: Mirror Image on January 23, 2013, 05:59:39 PM
Me:
Morning - tea
Afternoon - iced sweet tea
Evening - iced sweet tea
I wasn't big on sweet tea until I moved here to GA.
Quote from: TheGSMoeller on January 23, 2013, 06:00:40 PM
I wasn't big on sweet tea until I moved here to GA.
It's all about how it's brewed and what percentage of sugar is used. One of the keys to making iced tea, and you may want to try this, Greg, is, before you start boiling your tea bags, to add some salt to the pot. This helps get rid of any kind of bitter edge in the tea, especially the aftertaste. When I'm making a gallon, I usually use four scoops of sugar and as I'm adding the water (from a Pur water filter), I never ever stop stirring until the tea pitcher is full.
Ray, I've had Sleeman's! Over in England, there was a great big Canada Day celebration in Trafalgar Square, and the two beverage choices were Molson and Sleeman's. I'd never heard of Sleeman's before, so I tried it and liked it. It was a hot day, so I probably went through 3 or 4 to keep me from going dry that afternoon. Enjoyable stuff. :)
Quote from: Mirror Image on January 23, 2013, 06:04:22 PM
It's all about how it's brewed and what percentage of sugar is used. One of the keys to making iced tea, and you may want to try this, Greg, is, before you start boiling your tea bags, to add some salt to the pot. This helps get rid of any kind of bitter edge in the tea, especially the aftertaste. When I'm making a gallon, I usually use four scoops of sugar and as I'm adding the water (from a Pur water filter), I never ever stop stirring until the tea pitcher is full.
Interesting, I'll have to try that. Thanks, John.
Quote from: Brian on January 23, 2013, 06:07:20 PM
Ray, I've had Sleeman's! Over in England, there was a great big Canada Day celebration in Trafalgar Square, and the two beverage choices were Molson and Sleeman's. I'd never heard of Sleeman's before, so I tried it and liked it. It was a hot day, so I probably went through 3 or 4 to keep me from going dry that afternoon. Enjoyable stuff. :)
Wonderful, Brian! Was it the Honey Brown Sleeman's or another brew? Good choice (Sleeman's over Molson). :D
At this time of the evening, usually some Scotch. Tonight it's Cragganmore 12 year old. A peaty Speyside but pleasant enough (I'm not that great a fan of Islays or other peaty whiskys.)
Quote from: ChamberNut on January 23, 2013, 06:35:38 PM
Wonderful, Brian! Was it the Honey Brown Sleeman's or another brew? Good choice (Sleeman's over Molson). :D
Yep, Honey Brown.
Hmm, I never did have a drink tonight. No wonder I only wrote 500 words.
Cappucino, double shot of Temple Coffee's Dharma Blend espresso. Highly rated local (Sacramento) roaster/coffee bar. Perhaps it's my unsophisticated palate, but I prefer darker roasts and fuller-bodied blends, even for espresso. But the steamed milk and foam tame the acidity of the Dharma Blend enough for me to enjoy it, though it would not be among my choices for a straight espresso.
http://templecoffee.com/ (http://templecoffee.com/)
Last week I was reading a very popular novel (too ashamed to mention the title ;D ) The novel's main male character ordered a gin and tonic with Hendricks gin (if the bartender had it) and a cucumber twist; otherwise, Bombay Sapphire with lime. Now, Bombay Sapphire is one of my favorite gins (along with Boodles) but I'd never heard of Hendricks. And a cucumber twist? Odd. Apparently it's something of a rarity in the States (at least when the novel was written), and something a multi-millionaire might order? Anyway, I soon forgot about it as I read further.
Today I was shopping in a new supermarket that had recently opened in the next town. I noticed, in a special case, locked, and filled with premium champagne and spirits, several bottles of Hendricks! I love that kind of serendipity 8) I found an employee with a key and bought a bottle.
When I got home, I googled Hendricks and discovered the gin is made in Scotland, in small batches, with an obsolete and nearly extinct type of still. Juniper is downplayed and instead, essence of cucumber and rose petal are prominent. (That explains the strange garish.) And, in fact, the gin reeks of cucumber...even without the twist. It's very tasty (but really, too delicate to go with tonic water; the unique flavor is better served straight, on the rocks). Googling further, I read that it divides the gin community. A great drink to some; heresy to others.
Left click to enlarge:
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/foodandwine/P1251833_800.jpg)
Sarge
Great you discovered Hendricks, Sarge! I'm in the "great drink" camp, even though Hendricks doesn't play nicely with many other things - as you say, best as unadorned as possible (e.g., a dry martini with cucumber). You might also try what I call a "poor man's Hendricks," Martin Miller's (http://www.martinmillersgin.com/) (also with more cucumber emphasis) - less expensive but delicious. (PS, my favorite gins are Bombay Sapphire and Plymouth.)
--Bruce
Quote from: Brewski on January 25, 2013, 01:10:37 PMYou might also try what I call a "poor man's Hendricks," Martin Miller's (http://www.martinmillersgin.com/) (also with more cucumber emphasis) - less expensive but delicious.
Thanks for the recommendation, Bruce. That's a really cool looking bottle. I've not seen it in Germany but will look out for it.
Sarge
Quote from: DavidRoss on January 24, 2013, 08:46:45 AM
Cappucino, double shot of Temple Coffee's Dharma Blend espresso. Highly rated local (Sacramento) roaster/coffee bar. Perhaps it's my unsophisticated palate, but I prefer darker roasts and fuller-bodied blends, even for espresso. But the steamed milk and foam tame the acidity of the Dharma Blend enough for me to enjoy it, though it would not be among my choices for a straight espresso.
http://templecoffee.com/ (http://templecoffee.com/)
Dark roast for me as well. My half and half tame it a bit.
What's your favorite gin to drink over ice?
Quote from: Beorn on March 28, 2013, 10:06:28 AM
What's your favorite gin to drink over ice?
Try this one, Beefeater's Summer Edition. (They said it was going to be a "limited time" thing, but my liquor store seems to have it year-round.)
http://www.forbes.com/sites/booze/2010/07/26/beefeater-is-a-winner-with-summer-edition/
It's really delicious - lighter than regular Beefeater - and also mixes well. Some friends last summer thought it made the best gin & tonic they had ever had.
--Bruce
Quote from: Brewski on March 28, 2013, 10:28:47 AM
Try this one, Beefeater's Summer Edition. (They said it was going to be a "limited time" thing, but my liquor store seems to have it year-round.)
http://www.forbes.com/sites/booze/2010/07/26/beefeater-is-a-winner-with-summer-edition/
It's really delicious - lighter than regular Beefeater - and also mixes well. Some friends last summer thought it made the best gin & tonic they had ever had.
--Bruce
Excellent. I'll have to hunt some down.
Just now, Flying Dog's Belgian Devil (on tap) and listening to Tom Waits' Small Change. :)
Quote from: stingo on October 19, 2013, 09:50:41 PM
Just now, Flying Dog's Belgian Devil (on tap) and listening to Tom Waits' Small Change. :)
Great combo, Stingo! >:D 8)
Quote from: stingo on October 19, 2013, 09:50:41 PM
Just now, Flying Dog's Belgian Devil (on tap) and listening to Tom Waits' Small Change. :)
Great beer (I assume...I've never had it) and definitely great music 8)
I had a bottle of
Paulaner Oktoberfest with my lunch of liverwurst and onions today.
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/foodandwine/PA201933_800.jpg)
Sarge
Quote from: SonicMan46 on April 15, 2012, 04:20:27 AM
Lately, I've been getting back into drinking beer, mainly locally crafted products from the Piedmont Triad - North Carolina now has over dozens of brewing companies of various sizes.
Most recently, my son was visiting so I thought an introduction to one of the many local brews would be of interest; so for the last 3 days we've been sharing some Natty Greene's Amber Ale - I prefer darker beers and this one is quite tasty. Winston-Salem also has several local brew establishment, including Foothills Brewing w/ a restaurant downtown. :)
P.S. For those interested, a little history on Natty Greene's (http://www.nattygreenes.com/content/about-owners), named after Nathaniel Greene, American Major General during the Revolution here and leader of the Americans against Cornwallis at the Battle of Guilford Court House - Greensboro did not exist then and later when establish was obviously named after Greene.
(http://mustlovebeer.com/public/album_photo/63/45/451e_c302.jpg?c=6c02) (http://brewdrinkrun.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/foothills-hoppyum-640x460.jpg)
Well, post above from April 2012 - briefly mentioned the
Foothills Brewery located in downtown Winston-Salem (a 10 minute drive from my home) - I've really enjoyed their IPA (pic added above to my previous post) - has become one of the larger 'craft' beer producers in NC - quite bitter & hoppy which I love - most of these are available in our local grocery stores and need to pick up a 6-pack soon! Dave :)
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on October 20, 2013, 07:39:56 AM
Great beer (I assume...I've never had it) and definitely great music 8)
I had a bottle of Paulaner Oktoberfest with my lunch of liverwurst and onions today.
Sarge
Flying Dog makes good beer - the Belgian Devil is part of their Brewer's Select series and I was lucky enough to get a keg for home. It's a Belgian strong pale ale with some nice fruit notes of apple, pear and peach.
Paulaner's Oktoberfest is a fine beer too - especially when I had it in Germany.
In other news, I've selected the beers for my upcoming birthday beer dinner: (the chef will create pairings for each)
Uinta's Hop Notch IPA
Brouwers Verzet's Oude Bruin
Westmalle's Dubbel
Evil Twin's Imperial Biscotti Break Stout
I will be drinking this later, to celebrate National Champagne Day ;)
To accompany tagliatelle with parmigiano and Périgord black truffle and a green salad.
(http://www.thewinereserve.co.uk/assets/900x1023/PJ-Rose_1524_1.jpg)
Quote from: Peregrine on October 25, 2013, 09:20:23 AM
I will be drinking this later, to celebrate National Champagne Day ;)
To accompany tagliatelle with parmigiano and Périgord black truffle and a green salad.
(http://www.thewinereserve.co.uk/assets/900x1023/PJ-Rose_1524_1.jpg)
I'll be right over! 8)
(PS, had no idea it was National Champagne Day - happy to join in that celebration)
--Bruce
Quote from: Brewski on October 25, 2013, 09:34:42 AM
I'll be right over! 8)
(PS, had no idea it was National Champagne Day - happy to join in that celebration)
--Bruce
Come on over! NYC? Just grab a flight to Heathrow and we're about 45mins drive. See you for 8?!
Quote from: Peregrine on October 25, 2013, 09:39:09 AM
Come on over! NYC? Just grab a flight to Heathrow and we're about 45mins drive. See you for 8?!
(Frantically checking flights...)
Hm...looks like I can't be there before around 5:00am - but perhaps the festivities will still be going on. 8)
Enjoy - that looks like a great bottle, and equally great food to go with it!
--Bruce
Quote from: Brewski on October 25, 2013, 09:41:00 AM
(Frantically checking flights...)
Hm...looks like I can't be there before around 5:00am - but perhaps the festivities will still be going on. 8)
Enjoy - that looks like a great bottle, and equally great food to go with it!
--Bruce
Hehe!
Just put Sierra Nevada's Narwhal Russian Imperial Stout on tap. A very fine beer indeed, and it hides its 10.20% very well.
Quote from: stingo on October 25, 2013, 05:44:27 PM
Just put Sierra Nevada's Narwhal Russian Imperial Stout on tap. A very fine beer indeed, and it hides its 10.20% very well.
"put" it on tap? Are you a bartender?
Quote from: Brian on October 25, 2013, 06:07:02 PM
"put" it on tap? Are you a bartender?
Nope - home kegerator. :)
One of my brother in laws Christmas gifts:
(http://theawesomer.com/photos/2012/09/120912_ole_smoky_moonshine_1.jpg)
Hope he can see his next one. ;)
Whoa nice!
Currently enjoying Yards Brewing's George Washington Tavern Porter.
Quote from: Bogey on December 09, 2013, 06:49:50 PM
One of my brother in laws Christmas gifts:
(http://theawesomer.com/photos/2012/09/120912_ole_smoky_moonshine_1.jpg)
Hope he can see his next one. ;)
Hey
Bill - 100 Proof! Lately (other than wine), I've been sampling our local Piedmont NC beers - we now have a number of excellent breweries including
Foothills, Natty Greene, & Red Oak - two of my current favorites are Natty Greene's Buckshot & Foothills IPA - excellent brews! Dave :)
(http://www.mustlovebeer.com/public/album_photo/63/45/451e_c302.jpg?c=6c02) (http://tapspourhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Foothills-Hoppyum-IPA.jpeg)
I know there's already a "What are you eating?" thread, but having searched, I could not find a "What are you drinking?" thread. Most likely there is one but I did not go through the "What are you eating?" hits to find it.
Still, just wanted to say I'm very much enjoying Saucony Creek's Hop Suplex Ale at the moment. Slainte!
Amp Energy - Dale Jr. Sour
So delish.
For the four nights of the Momenta Quartet Festival, a small home-brew outfit called BrewHeister provided four unusually interesting beers. Runner-up was Earth's Heart Heaves a Sigh, a sorghum saison with a red beet tincture.
But my favorite: Love in the Dark, a porter flavored with mole, and spiked with árbol chiles.
--Bruce
My new favorite drink.
(https://www.pikfly.com/images/products/103/18416.jpg)
1/2 rum, 1/2 Coke, add lime squirts to make a Cuba libre. Such a mysterious flavor.
I wanna try some absinthe sometime. ;D
I like Harvey's 'Old' a very dark English beer (bitter) from a local brewery in Sussex. It is only available in winter.
https://www.harveys.org.uk/beers/cask-ales/old-ale/
At home I usually have a couple of single malts and also a blended whisky, none of them exotic. For years one of the single malts was this -
(http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B002EP63GY.01.L.jpg)
- but for a number of reasons it has now been replaced in my affections by this -
(http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B005MMI7GA.01.L.jpg)
And for the blended stuff my choice is -
(https://i.sli.mg/AShY2T.jpg)
I can't say I recommend it, because it varies dramatically. You take your chances. The one I have now is okay.
e: And speaking of drama, here's a comment left about it by someone on a review site -
"Think of this whisky as a burly Scot with thick forearms and a thick accent. A bit brutal, a bit rough around the edges but very friendly and honest. Very good fella to have in a dark alleyway. This is of course more an observation, than a criticism, but be aware of what you're getting up to."
Quote from: vandermolen on December 14, 2016, 12:34:56 AM
I like Harvey's 'Old' a very dark English beer (bitter) from a local brewery in Sussex. It is only available in winter.
https://www.harveys.org.uk/beers/cask-ales/old-ale/
English beer is the best.
I have a weakness for Spitfire. But my favourite is a Yorkshire brew, Rudgate Ruby Mild.
Quote from: Ken B on December 15, 2016, 07:24:18 PM
English beer is the best.
I have a weakness for Spitfire. But my favourite is a Yorkshire brew, Rudgate Ruby Mild.
That's nice to hear about English beer. Mild is my favourite type of beer although many pubs don't serve it.
Quote from: Bogey on December 09, 2013, 06:49:50 PM
One of my brother in laws Christmas gifts:
(http://theawesomer.com/photos/2012/09/120912_ole_smoky_moonshine_1.jpg)
Hope he can see his next one. ;)
Funny, I didn't even see this until now. I bought the same exact bottle of moonshine a few days ago.
I guess I shouldn't have expected anything, but it tastes so awful. Like rubbing alcohol. But it might mix well with orange juice. If that doesn't work, I'll just use it to clean stuff.
Yesterday, I bought some Seagram's Extra Dry Gin and some Captain Morgan White Rum. Also some mixers.
Two things that worked for me:
Gin Sour- Gin, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup
Daiquiri- White Rum, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup
Gin and Tonic doesn't do it for me. Tonic water just doesn't hide the taste of gin enough. Guess I'm not a huge fan of drinking Christmas trees. Or it's an acquired taste. But Gin Sour is fantastic because the lemon juice covers up that gin flavor enough to where it makes the drink interesting instead of nasty.
I wanted to try a martini the other night. I'm mostly a wine drinker and not very interested in mixed drinks/cocktails (although I have been known to enjoy an Irish coffee now and again). I had a vodka martini ages ago, but really disliked it. However, I have always been mystified by the aura around this drink--"If you're drinking a martini--you're really living it up!!"
Anyway, I was surprised to find that the classic martini was nowhere on the drink menu at this (otherwise highly rated) restaurant: Chocolate martini, Cranberry martini, Lemon and sugar martini, etc (who drinks this sweet rubbish before dinner??). I had to tell the waiter: DRY, WITH AN OLIVE!!!
What I received really surprised me--refreshing, tart, and surprisingly not very heavy. I think I may have one again sometime!
Quote from: XB-70 Valkyrie on December 18, 2016, 08:42:14 PM
I wanted to try a martini the other night. I'm mostly a wine drinker and not very interested in mixed drinks/cocktails (although I have been known to enjoy an Irish coffee now and again). I had a vodka martini ages ago, but really disliked it. However, I have always been mystified by the aura around this drink--"If you're drinking a martini--you're really living it up!!"
Anyway, I was surprised to find that the classic martini was nowhere on the drink menu at this (otherwise highly rated) restaurant: Chocolate martini, Cranberry martini, Lemon and sugar martini, etc (who drinks this sweet rubbish before dinner??). I had to tell the waiter: DRY, WITH AN OLIVE!!!
What I received really surprised me--refreshing, tart, and surprisingly not very heavy. I think I may have one again sometime!
Good to hear you liked it. I have the gin and dry vermouth, so maybe I'll try it sometime....
one drink that I'll be ordering at restaurants/bars many more times in the future is the Long Island Iced Tea. That one is so delicious.
But what's funny is that I thought there was tea in it at first. (I only ordered it because of a friend's recommendation). I come home and look up the ingredients. 5 types of strong alcohol and hardly anything else, in a tall glass. I never would have guessed, didn't even feel anything from it.
My favorite drink for social occasions is vodka (Stoli in my first encounters with it) topped off with pepper, but nothing else mixed in.
The genius of it is this: you can't help but imbibe it at a slow pace because of the pepper, so you don't get drunk.
Quote from: greg on December 19, 2016, 06:06:34 PM
Good to hear you liked it. I have the gin and dry vermouth, so maybe I'll try it sometime....
one drink that I'll be ordering at restaurants/bars many more times in the future is the Long Island Iced Tea. That one is so delicious.
But what's funny is that I thought there was tea in it at first. (I only ordered it because of a friend's recommendation). I come home and look up the ingredients. 5 types of strong alcohol and hardly anything else, in a tall glass. I never would have guessed, didn't even feel anything from it.
Martinis are good. Try a "dirty" one -- that has some of the olive juice added.
Southern Tier's Cold Press Coffee Pumking - more drinkable than regular Pumking (I think) because the roastiness of the coffee cuts through the pumpkin. Good times. Slainte!
Quote from: stingo on December 22, 2016, 02:13:09 PM
Southern Tier's Cold Press Coffee Pumking - more drinkable than regular Pumking (I think) because the roastiness of the coffee cuts through the pumpkin. Good times. Slainte!
What's a pumpking?
Quote from: Ken B on December 22, 2016, 02:18:08 PM
What's a pumpking?
It's an imperial pumpkin ale (http://www.stbcbeer.com/seasonals/seasonal-imperial/pumking-beer-page/)made by Southern Tier Brewing for the fall and winter seasons. The original tastes like pumpkin pie. This (CPCP) variant adds light roasted coffee into the mix.
Quote from: stingo on December 22, 2016, 02:29:35 PM
It's an imperial pumpkin ale (http://www.stbcbeer.com/seasonals/seasonal-imperial/pumking-beer-page/)made by Southern Tier Brewing for the fall and winter seasons. The original tastes like pumpkin pie. This (CPCP) variant adds light roasted coffee into the mix.
Ahhh. The brewery up the road makes Pumpkin Pie Ale, but without pumpkin! They use spices, and it does seem pumpkin pie-ish.
Talisker 10 year and Caol Ila 12 year. + Wine.
Quote from: Ken B on December 22, 2016, 08:16:15 PM
Ahhh. The brewery up the road makes Pumpkin Pie Ale, but without pumpkin! They use spices, and it does seem pumpkin pie-ish.
Indeed. I've found that with pumpkin ales, regardless of how good they are, a little goes a long way.
Holiday booze on tap for the coming weeks:
Bonny Doon Cigare Volant
Hearst Ranch Meritage
Hearst Ranch Tempranillo
(both are California Central Coast wines. We visit and taste at these wineries a few times a year)
Tattinger Champagne
Harvey's Bristol Cream sherry
Non-booze
Stash Chai Green Tea!!
Life is too short to drink cheap, so...I'm having a dram, or two, of Highland Park 18 (utilizing the Riedel single malt glass Mrs. Rock gave me many moons ago).
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/foodandwine/P1052022crop590.jpg)
Sarge
Good stuff, Sarge. I take it that it went down well? :)
I had a bottle of the 12 yo stuff 6 years ago... does that count as 18 yo? :P And yeah, it's good stuff.
Quote from: NikF on January 05, 2017, 02:09:21 PM
Good stuff, Sarge. I take it that it went down well? :)
Smooth as a (insert your preferred simile here) 8)
Quote from: North Star on January 05, 2017, 02:22:09 PM
I had a bottle of the 12 yo stuff 6 years ago... does that count as 18 yo? :P And yeah, it's good stuff.
If you'd waited until today to drink it, then it would count ;D
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 05, 2017, 02:24:54 PM
If you'd waited until today to drink it, then it would count ;D
Sarge
I blew it when I drank it back then. :( :laugh:
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 05, 2017, 02:24:54 PM
Smooth as a (insert your preferred simile here) 8)
Sarge
Aye, I can well imagine. ;D
Quote from: North Star on January 05, 2017, 02:29:08 PM
I blew it when I drank it back then. :( :laugh:
Ach, nevermind. Buy another bottle of the 12 and put it away for six years - and when you open it we can bump the thread. ;D
Quote from: NikF on January 05, 2017, 02:44:50 PM
Aye, I can well imagine. ;D
Ach, nevermind. Buy another bottle of the 12 and put it away for six years - and when you open it we can bump the thread. ;D
Actually not -- its the time in the barrel that matters. Shelving is just delaying!
If not not now, when?
Quote from: Ken B on January 05, 2017, 06:42:08 PM
Actually not -- its the time in the barrel that matters. Shelving is just delaying! If not not now, when?
Oh, I know. ;) I was just indulging myself in teasing oor
North Star. :)
e: I'm not sure he's old enough to be drinking anyway, so the whisky is probably already aged more than him. ;D
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 05, 2017, 02:24:54 PM
If you'd waited until today to drink it, then it would count ;D
Sarge
Wait, would it not need to have spent those years in a cask, instead?
I enjoyed your scotch vicariously, sir 0:)
(I see now that Ken got there first.)
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on January 06, 2017, 01:17:58 AM
Wait, would it not need to have spent those years in a cask, instead?
Of course. Nik and I were just joking about waiting six years for a 12yo to age into an 18.
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 06, 2017, 04:34:14 AM
Of course. Nik and I were just joking about waiting six years for a 12yo to age into an 18.
Sarge
I know! You have a most excellent wit.
Quote from: NikF on January 05, 2017, 02:44:50 PMAch, nevermind. Buy another bottle of the 12 and put it away for six years - and when you open it we can bump the thread. ;D
Sounds so easy, yet...
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 06, 2017, 04:34:14 AM
Of course. Nik and I were just joking about waiting six years for a 12yo to age into an 18.
Sarge
Quite.
Do not age your own cheese.
Just sayin'.
Um, OK. Now I really need a drink.
Quote from: Ken B on January 06, 2017, 10:12:39 AM
Do not age your own cheese.
True...unless you like the color green ;D
Sarge
A thread about drinking on a classical music site, and the person above me quotes Bukowski. It feels right to inform you bout my new website: http://bukowskibeerbeethoven.com. God knows you might like it.
Quote from: bukowskibeerbeethoven.com on January 08, 2017, 01:16:05 AM
A thread about drinking on a classical music site, and the person above me quotes Bukowski. It feels right to inform you bout my new website: http://bukowskibeerbeethoven.com. God knows you might like it.
Your site looks interesting. Hope you will drop by and chat with the lads from time to time.
8)
Quote from: bukowskibeerbeethoven.com on January 08, 2017, 01:16:05 AM
A thread about drinking on a classical music site, and the person above me quotes Bukowski. It feels right to inform you bout my new website: http://bukowskibeerbeethoven.com. God knows you might like it.
After a quick peek, and a read of #9 (Mahler 10), I do indeed like it and will be reading more. Thank you.
Sarge
Thank you men! 👍🏼
Oskar Blues Ten Fidy Imperial Stout - PFG!
P.S. Why does the eating thread get a sticky but this one doesn't?
Just finished the Glen Alba 34yr old blended whisky that my best friend/assistant/arch nemesis etc kindly bought me for xmas. How was it? Well, certainly smoother than almost every blend I'm familiar with, but perhaps presenting a lack of fullness throughout. Having said that, it's lovely and I'd be more than happy to have it as an ever present on my shelf. :)
A gift in the form of a bonus from a gallery owner - I don't buy stuff like this. ;D
[asin]B01557TFGW[/asin]
So it's a freebie. And it's beautiful. Perhaps not for a fan of the Islay peats and maybe too firmly (safely?) in the middle ground between the lightness of honey and a vigorous elder oak. But if 'life is a series of compromises' then I'll settle for a sweet tasting 16 year old any time at all.
Quote from: NikF on February 01, 2017, 08:06:17 AM
A gift in the form of a bonus from a gallery owner - I don't buy stuff like this. ;D
So it's a freebie. And it's beautiful. Perhaps not for a fan of the Islay peats and maybe too firmly (safely?) in the middle ground between the lightness of honey and a vigorous elder oak. But if 'life is a series of compromises' then I'll settle for a sweet tasting 16 year old any time at all.
Very nice indeed... although the last line sounds a bit iffy. ::)
(http://i.imgur.com/4pCuDE6.jpg)
Relatively simple and straightforward, a reliable and trustworthy(!) example of a highland single malt. And If it lacks anything in layered complexity, then it's more than made up for via a smoothness that's delicate enough to allow that fine, solid character to peek through.
Quote from: NikF on February 24, 2017, 05:28:30 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/4pCuDE6.jpg)
Relatively simple and straightforward, a reliable and trustworthy(!) example of a highland single malt. And If it lacks anything in layered complexity, then it's more than made up for via a smoothness that's delicate enough to allow that fine, solid character to peek through.
Slàinte gu soírraidh!
Weyerbacher Blithering Idiot and Insanity (bourbon barrel aged Blithering Idiot)
Talisker Storm Malt Whisky.
[asin]B00BM8H980[/asin]
I stopped early for the day and during my shopping picked up this simple indulgence; a neat procession headed by spicy sweetness and followed by smoke that trails to little more than an impression of peat. Easy. And if that makes it unremarkable then it's fine by me, because it's still a real pleasure. 8)
Who needs the single malt? :o
(http://i.imgur.com/vABC3uP.jpg)
A while back a good way to dispose of these was pointed out to me. So, here I go. ;D
Quote from: NikF on June 26, 2017, 12:29:22 PM
Who needs the single malt? :o
(http://i.imgur.com/vABC3uP.jpg)
A while back a good way to dispose of these was pointed out to me. So, here I go. ;D
Brilliant advice indeed ;) Hope the bottle was properly chilled before consumption.
Myself, I'm drinking a white also: a 2015 Riesling from Kloster Eberbach.
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on June 26, 2017, 12:39:49 PM
Brilliant advice indeed ;) Hope the bottle was properly chilled before consumption.
Absolutely positively. Fact.
Quote
Myself, I'm drinking a white also: a 2015 Riesling from Kloster Eberbach.
Sarge
And I hope you enjoy it. :)
Lemon & Hibiscus saison beer.
Brew by Numbers brewery.
The question is: should beer be pink? :P
I can only afford Old Crow. :(
Asked and answered!
Quote from: NikF on June 26, 2017, 12:29:22 PM
Who needs the single malt?
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on June 26, 2017, 12:39:49 PM
Myself, I'm drinking a white also: a 2015 Riesling from Kloster Eberbach.
Sarge
TD
Mostly bourbon these days if I have anything. I can get it a good price in the duty free a couple times a month. But some Irish whisky has found its way into my cabinet recently too.
Hardywood Bourbon Barrel Aged Quadrupel on tap at home right now.
Jura 'Diurach's Own' 16 Year Old Scotch Whisky.
[asin]B001HUA3I6[/asin]
I've now had three whiskies from this distiller. This one is certainly more complex than the younger 'Origin', although perhaps it's still a little too staid from start to finish Still, there are worse tastes to experience than an Island single malt that's of pleasant and polite character throughout.
Quote from: NikF on July 07, 2017, 08:51:52 AM
Jura 'Diurach's Own' 16 Year Old Scotch Whisky.
[asin]B001HUA3I6[/asin]
I've now had three whiskies from this distiller. This one is certainly more complex than the younger 'Origin', although perhaps it's still a little too staid from start to finish Still, there are worse tastes to experience than an Island single malt that's of pleasant and polite character throughout.
Yes the Origin is rather nondescript. The Jura is nice, I thought, for the price. Bought myself a second one, at any rate!
Quote from: nodogen on July 07, 2017, 09:03:53 AM
Yes the Origin is rather nondescript. The Jura is nice, I thought, for the price. Bought myself a second one, at any rate!
Yes. And that's a valid point, that the price for what is offers is perfectly reasonable.
I hope you enjoy the second bottle as much as the first. :)
Les Jamelles Viognier 2015
(http://i.imgur.com/4f2gwNj.jpg)
I'm continuing to take the proffered advice and drinking these bottles of wine. The photo (not taken by me) shows 2014 but the bottles I have are 2015. In this instance I don't believe that matters. ;D
Just now, a Pizza Boy Hampden IPA, but I have also enjoyed Troegs' Nimble Giant DIPA and a Weyerbacher Blithering Idiot Barleywine #drinklocal
Post referundum boom in scotch whiskey sales which top 4 billion pounds for the first time
http://www.ednh.news/scottish-whisky-exports-boom-post-referendum/ (http://www.ednh.news/scottish-whisky-exports-boom-post-referendum/)
I confess my unrelenting attraction to expensive scotches
Bubbles:
(http://cdn.arn.com.au/media/7603850/sparklingwater.jpg?width=500&height=281.25)
A cup of decaf coffee.
There was an empty Bud Ice TallBoy in a brown paper bag sitting on the kitchen counter when I got home last night??!!!?
BUD ICE????????????????????????????????????????
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on July 25, 2017, 04:43:03 AM
A cup of decaf coffee.
I'm a coffee lover and have always found decaf to be quite...err...foul. I drink Lavazza usually. Decaf must have come on a lot, I tried their decaf and I couldn't tell it from the original. I'm a convert! (Still start the day with a caf coff though!)
Quote from: nodogen on July 26, 2017, 08:40:52 AM
I'm a coffee lover and have always found decaf to be quite...err...foul. I drink Lavazza usually. Decaf must have come on a lot, I tried their decaf and I couldn't tell it from the original. I'm a convert! (Still start the day with a caf coff though!)
Which blend? I tried a bag of Lavazza once, and ended up throwing it out. It quite literally tasted like mud.
My normal supply rotates among Dunkin Donuts, Community, and Gevalia, whichever is on sale at the supermarket. But taste preference points to Kona or Blue Mountain blends. To get a good one, requires spending actual money, however, so it's not part of my normal mix. I do try to treat myself to a new bag every two or three months however.
Those days I don't start off with coffee I usually make a cup of English Breakfast tea: I found myself liking it much more than I did before.
Roumanian red wine. Gin tonic, lots of water. Tons of various beer. Have been doing the Prague - Vienna - Bratislava - Budapest - Novi Sad - Vukovar - Belgrade - Visin route. Currently the old town in Bucharest. Tomorrow Brasov. Hot.
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on July 26, 2017, 08:46:51 AM
Which blend?
This, using a Bialetti Moka Express.
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0360/6353/products/lavazza-ground-coffee-qualita-rossa-500g-free-cafetiere_83dfe53d-fb72-448f-b2c8-d3d3b3f6bb55_grande.jpeg?v=1454582240)
Quote from: nodogen on July 26, 2017, 12:58:00 PM
This, using a Bialetti Moka Express.
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0360/6353/products/lavazza-ground-coffee-qualita-rossa-500g-free-cafetiere_83dfe53d-fb72-448f-b2c8-d3d3b3f6bb55_grande.jpeg?v=1454582240)
I don't remember seeing that one around me. Perhaps it's not sold here. Definitely not the muddy one I threw out...
I did in fact run by Fresh Market and found they had Kona and Blue Mountain blends at the price I normally pay for other stuff in Publix. Of course blend means 90 percent is not Kona and Blue Mountain...
http://coffeeandacup.com/buying-coffee-at-fresh-market/
The brand I got can be seen blurrily in the very first picture, over the barrels.
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on July 26, 2017, 01:25:35 PM
I don't remember seeing that one around me. Perhaps it's not sold here. Definitely not the muddy one I threw out...
I did in fact run by Fresh Market and found they had Kona and Blue Mountain blends at the price I normally pay for other stuff in Publix. Of course blend means 90 percent is not Kona and Blue Mountain...
http://coffeeandacup.com/buying-coffee-at-fresh-market/
The brand I got can be seen blurrily in the very first picture, over the barrels.
Probably not sold in the US then? It's widely available in the UK, obviously Italian. It's arabica and robusta. The best commonly available one here is probably Illy, 100% arabica. Do you get that in the US? Oh yes, I see it in your photos!!!
Although I've got a Gaggia grinder, I'm afraid I've got lazy and it's languishing in the pantry. Perhaps I should treat myself and buy a tin of Illy beans. ☕️
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on July 26, 2017, 08:46:51 AM
Which blend? I tried a bag of Lavazza once, and ended up throwing it out. It quite literally tasted like mud.
My normal supply rotates among Dunkin Donuts, Community, and Gevalia, whichever is on sale at the supermarket. But taste preference points to Kona or Blue Mountain blends. To get a good one, requires spending actual money, however, so it's not part of my normal mix. I do try to treat myself to a new bag every two or three months however.
Those days I don't start off with coffee I usually make a cup of English Breakfast tea: I found myself liking it much more than I did before.
I still enjoy tea and right now I'm having a cup of the ever so humble 'Co-op 99'.
Quote from: nodogen on July 26, 2017, 01:35:42 PM
Probably not sold in the US then? It's widely available in the UK, obviously Italian. It's arabica and robusta. The best commonly available one here is probably Illy, 100% arabica. Do you get that in the US? Oh yes, I see it in your photos!!!
Although I've got a Gaggia grinder, I'm afraid I've got lazy and it's languishing in the pantry. Perhaps I should treat myself and buy a tin of Illy beans. ☕️
Absolutely!
My ex was fond of that. Good stuff.
Illy? I didn't notice it this afternoon, but I will go for another look.
Problem with any hot drink here is the heat: currently it's 84°F and humid, at 8PM, the sun just going down now. Cold drinks are the only possibility after breakfast, and that's it until the weather breaks in September or October. Sometimes I make an herbal tea at supper and let it cool down, but that's it.
Long Root Ale:
http://hopworksbeer.com/2016/10/03/long-root-ale-a-partnership-between-patagonia-provisions-and-hopworks/
Quote from: HIPster on July 26, 2017, 06:08:56 PM
Long Root Ale:
http://hopworksbeer.com/2016/10/03/long-root-ale-a-partnership-between-patagonia-provisions-and-hopworks/
What was it like?
Quote from: NikF on July 26, 2017, 02:44:30 PM
I still enjoy tea and right now I'm having a cup of the ever so humble 'Co-op 99
I really recommend a bottom draining teapot. Wonderful for loose tea, about $20 from Amazon. I use mine almost every day at work.
Quote from: HIPster on July 26, 2017, 06:08:56 PM
Long Root Ale:
http://hopworksbeer.com/2016/10/03/long-root-ale-a-partnership-between-patagonia-provisions-and-hopworks/
Quote from: nodogen on July 27, 2017, 02:36:59 AM
What was it like?
I'd rate it a solid good, almost very good American West Coast pale ale. HUB, in Portland, OR, makes really great beer. This one is not my favorite offering of theirs, but I certainly enjoyed it. :)
The
kernza root used, is definitely an interesting application of this fibrous behemoth!
Now enjoying:
GT Gose, from Anderson Valley
https://avbc.com/our-beers/gt-gose/
https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/193/183878/
This one is delicious. A great summer beer.
Quote from: HIPster on July 27, 2017, 06:17:32 PM
I'd rate it a solid good, almost very good American West Coast pale ale. HUB, in Portland, OR, makes really great beer. This one is not my favorite offering of theirs, but I certainly enjoyed it. :)
The kernza root used, is definitely an interesting application of this fibrous behemoth!
Now enjoying:
GT Gose, from Anderson Valley
https://avbc.com/our-beers/gt-gose/
https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/193/183878/
This one is delicious. A great summer beer.
Sounds intriguing, my favourite style of beer is probably APA. In fact, any PA!
Gose, not so much....
Quote from: nodogen on July 28, 2017, 01:16:57 AM
Sounds intriguing, my favourite style of beer is probably APA. In fact, any PA!
Gose, not so much....
Re: gose beers - totally understand; an acquired taste for sure! Glad I have it though. 8)
Picked up a twelve-pack of Lagunitas Brewing Company's new APA, Twelfth of Never. Enjoying one right now. Really excellent.
http://allaboutbeer.com/review/lagunitas-12th-of-never/
https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/220/232372/?ba=PA-Michigander
Muskoka Brewing "Cool ad a Cuke", cucumber beer.
Sounds crazy but actually quite good. A bit like a Dortmunder, but with cucumber.
Most recently, Melvin's Melvin IPA (can) and Evil Twin's Imperial Biscotti Break Mexican Cake Stout (on tap). Both are really good.
I really like this stuff, Liberty School Cabernet, 2014.
(http://www.hopefamilywines.com/images/products_th/LS14CS_BS450px%20Tall.png)
Salopian Brewery
Bulletproof
An established favourite of mine 😜
(http://www.salopianbrewery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/BulletProofbottle.jpg)
An old acquaintance got back on the shelf.
(https://www.tullamoredew.com/assets/uploads/products/_resampled/SetWidth300-original-noshadow-new.png)
Quote from: North Star on August 13, 2017, 01:20:21 PM
An old acquaintance got back on the shelf.
(https://www.tullamoredew.com/assets/uploads/products/_resampled/SetWidth300-original-noshadow-new.png)
I bought a bottle of the Dew just a few days ago.
Sarge
Hmm let's see... tonight's beer of fare was...
Melvin's Melvin IPA
Pizza Boy's Hampden IPA
La Trappe Quad
Life is good.
At the moment, it's hot organic (Equal Exchange) green tea. From an old and somewhat beat, yet fully functional, cup from and emblazoned with Upton Tea.
-09
Last night's trip to the best two pubs in the area resulted in:
Mallinsons Brewery
Summit in the Water :) :)
(English pale ale)
Three Tuns Brewery
Stout :) :) :)
(Er, traditional stout)
Lagavulin 16 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky.
More of a peaty dram than I usually favour, but that's okay because it's a charmer.
[asin]B002VZY62K[/asin]
Quote from: NikF on August 25, 2017, 07:58:49 AM
Lagavulin 16 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky.
More of a peaty dram than I usually favour, but that's okay because it's a charmer.
[asin]B002VZY62K[/asin]
That's probably my favourite, just right.
Quote from: Ken B on August 25, 2017, 09:20:00 AM
That's probably my favourite, just right.
Well, it goes without saying that if my reach extended I'd pour you one.
Any other near favourites? I'm far from being a connoisseur, but now I've a frame of reference it's perhaps more possible to compare.
On the way back from provence, we made a stop at Condrieu and tested several wines of the domaine Corps de Loup which was recommended by a number of our friends
http://corpsdeloup.com/fr (http://corpsdeloup.com/fr)
Froze our choice on this Côte Rotie
(http://corpsdeloup.com/webotheque/images/bouteilles/bouteille-cotes-rotie-corpsdeloup.png)
One mighty french wine. People have no ideas how good the wines from the north of the Rhône Valley are. Not cheap (30€/bottle) but a unique product.
Found this today and decided to splurge
(https://www.mtouton.com/sites/default/files/styles/item_card_label_detail/public/infosys/bottles/60051_bottle.jpg)
Not a particularly distinguished cognac, but unlike most cognacs and brandies, it is kosher. The rules of kosher wine are strict, date back to Roman times if not earlier, and are designed to discourage socializing with non Jews. Hence any wine is not kosher if a Gentile was involved in the production process. Any open bottle, glass or cup with wine becomes unkosher if touched by a Gentile--with a significant exception. This means that most wines, and most wine based products, are not kosher. (This also extends to grape juice, which is simply wine that has never fermented. But grape jelly, grapes, and raisins are not subject to these rules unless they are used to produce a wine-like drink.) A bottle of wine which is double sealed (like most modern wine bottles) can be handled by anyone until it is opened.
The exception I mentioned is "mevushal" wine. The word means boiled or cooked. Once a wine has been heated, at least momentarily, to the right temperature, the rules regarding Gentiles can be ignored. The reasoning was that boiled wine doesn't taste so good, so socializing would be limited. In the modern era most of the cheaper kosher wines are mevushal, but not all: you have to check the label. The distilling process for cognac and brandy of course qualifies as boiling, but until the distilling begins, the production process must be done by Jews. Which is why kosher brandy is a bit hard to find in brick and mortar stores.
But now I am enjoying kosher cognac for the first time in decades.
Whiskey, rum and other distilled spirits are not affected by these rules, per se. But if they are aged in casks previously used for wine, they become non-kosher because the casks are presumed to have been used for non-kosher wine.
ETA
The parent (or sister) company of Dupuy may be familiar to Erato: Bache-Gabrielsen, which claims to have a large presence in the Scandinavian market
My current alcoholic and non-alcoholic choices....
(https://www.broudys.com/images/products/img401.png) (https://i5.walmartimages.com/asr/62bf72fa-6344-4315-9523-aa67cb7c7dae_1.f0b54e640bf07242c4b72b876895f6c2.jpeg?odnHeight=450&odnWidth=450&odnBg=FFFFFF)
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on August 31, 2017, 06:03:34 PM
Found this today and decided to splurge
(https://www.mtouton.com/sites/default/files/styles/item_card_label_detail/public/infosys/bottles/60051_bottle.jpg)
Not a particularly distinguished cognac, but unlike most cognacs and brandies, it is kosher. The rules of kosher wine are strict, date back to Roman times if not earlier, and are designed to discourage socializing with non Jews. Hence any wine is not kosher if a Gentile was involved in the production process. Any open bottle, glass or cup with wine becomes unkosher if touched by a Gentile--with a significant exception. This means that most wines, and most wine based products, are not kosher. (This also extends to grape juice, which is simply wine that has never fermented. But grape jelly, grapes, and raisins are not subject to these rules unless they are used to produce a wine-like drink.) A bottle of wine which is double sealed (like most modern wine bottles) can be handled by anyone until it is opened.
The exception I mentioned is "mevushal" wine. The word means boiled or cooked. Once a wine has been heated, at least momentarily, to the right temperature, the rules regarding Gentiles can be ignored. The reasoning was that boiled wine doesn't taste so good, so socializing would be limited. In the modern era most of the cheaper kosher wines are mevushal, but not all: you have to check the label. The distilling process for cognac and brandy of course qualifies as boiling, but until the distilling begins, the production process must be done by Jews. Which is why kosher brandy is a bit hard to find in brick and mortar stores.
Interesting, informative stuff indeed. And also...
Quote
But now I am enjoying kosher cognac for the first time in decades.
...good stuff.
Quote from: TheGSMoeller on August 31, 2017, 06:11:12 PM
My current alcoholic and non-alcoholic choices....
(https://www.broudys.com/images/products/img401.png)
What a coinkydink. On a recent trip up to L.A., nephew #1 and I stopped into a liquor store (I think it was King Keg (http://kingkeg.com/) on Rosecrans off the 405) for some beer to drink with nephew #3 (all adults well over 21) before a wedding (yes, I also wondered why they wanted to drink
before a wedding. It would turn out that there would be ample free beer at the wedding of nephew #2, a beer aficionado who had built his own bar for the wedding). This was one of the six packs nephew #1 selected. But we never got around to drinking it, so I finished the rest of it myself. Not a bad amber ale, though I find most amber ales too sweet.
Right now, I'm drinking some ice cold apple juice.
Don't plan on having another for some time, but drank these through the storm, improvised from what was around the house
Harvey Hurricane
2 pts dark rum
1 pt Chamsford Rasberry Liqueur
2 pts pink grapefruit juice
Lime juice
Club soda
Sweeten to taste
Wylam Brewery
Remain in Light
"A Super Stacked Alpha Pale... a colossus of Citra, Simcoe, Chinook and Centennial submerged in a deep vapour steep followed by a late fermentation dry hop."
100% my kind of beer. More hoppy than an extremely hoppy thing.
Just now....
Yards' Cape of Good Hope DIPA
Heretic's Evil Cousin DIPA
Tonight:
Northern Monk
Northern Star Mocha Porter
"...we blend in ground coffee beans to the brew, full of bitterness and hazelnut hints, along with rich dark chocolate and lactose sugar to balance this full bodied dark ale." In fact this tastes so strongly of coffee that I didn't have my customary post-dinner cup of, er...coffee!
Quote from: Turbot nouveaux on September 18, 2017, 03:05:17 PM
Tonight:
Northern Monk
Northern Star Mocha Porter
"...we blend in ground coffee beans to the brew, full of bitterness and hazelnut hints, along with rich dark chocolate and lactose sugar to balance this full bodied dark ale." In fact this tastes so strongly of coffee that I didn't have my customary post-dinner cup of, er...coffee!
Hey, if you ever see it, try Rudgate Ruby Mild! Yorkshire brew.
Tonight, after almost two weeks dry I am imbibing Jim Beam Black. It's a step up from regular Beam but was dirt cheap at the duty free.
Black Powder bourbon. Tastes much better than one would expect a cheap bourbon to taste.
Seems an appropriate thread for this
http://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/2017/11/04/world-s-most-expensive-whiskey-revealed-as-scam.amp.html
At present, it's a blend of organic green tea (Equal Exchange) and organic chamomile tea. Yum.
Good Ethiopian 'Yirgacheffe' coffee from my trusty cafetiere.
Last night was a fine night for the Founders Harvest Ale.
(https://i.imgur.com/MXyaVRX.jpg)
There are a few unopened bottles remaining from the unofficial housewarming party. I'll open this one as soon as my fish supper (haddock and chips) is delivered. Simple pleasures and all that.
Not enough.
Lemon La Croix.
Which reminded me of a podcast I listened to that said Peach La Croix, or better Peaches La Croix, could pass for a strippers name.
(https://i.imgur.com/KsQjvWX.jpg)
Glen Moray 'Elgin Classic'.
A single malt with no age statement.
Xmas was spent in the company of a friend and his family. This included he and I passing time during a couple of evenings sitting in his garden while enjoying another such single malt - Tamnavulin. The worst thing I can say about that one, is that the colour is most unnatural. But taste wise, it was a simple pleasure and a treat in the company of a small cigar (the Cuban Romeo y Julieta - don't sneer, take any ego you have and leave it folded neatly by the door and enjoy) that held it's own with this simple but solid Speyside. And apparently, this 8 year old whisky is produced for some of the Lidl range. But tonight I'm not drinking the Tamnavulin, although I wish I was.
So, Glen Moray 'Elgin Classic'. If the Tamnavulin received a heavy hand with caramel colouring, then the same hand applied the caramel flavour to this. Yes, it's finished via sherry casks, but that's no excuse. To recreate the taste of this in your own home, drink any garden variety whisky - frankly, if you have balls, I suggest the Whyte & Mackay 'Glasgow/Special Blend' (which, no matter who you are, if you ever come to Scotland I will take you to the pub and stand at the bar and drink this with you) while masticating a box of day old glazed doughnuts.
I'm a simple man of simple tastes, but this whisky is taking it too far.
This afternoon with lunch -
(https://i.imgur.com/RDc6lyo.jpg)
Quote from: NikF on January 13, 2018, 09:13:32 AM
Glen Moray 'Elgin Classic'. Tamnavulin.
I've had twenty-nine Scotch single malts (and a few Irish) but never those two. Thanks for the review. One to avoid, one to consider.
Quote from: NikF on January 13, 2018, 09:13:32 AM
...frankly, if you have balls, I suggest the Whyte & Mackay
A test of masculinity? :D I'm in.
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 14, 2018, 10:13:55 AM
I've had twenty-nie Scotch single malts (and a few Irish) but never those two. Thanks for the review. One to avoid, one to consider.
You're welcome.
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A test of masculinity? :D I'm in.
Sarge
Good stuff. I'll keep you a place at the bar.
A dram, or two. of the insanely powerful Aberlour A'bunadh (this batch, 60.2% alcohol): it will either wake you up with an electric jolt, or put you in a deep coma ;D
"...a whisky that is aged solely in ex-Oloroso sherry butts. A'bunadh means "Original" in Gaelic and this was designed as a replica to a whisky produced at this distillery in the late 1800's. This is produced in batches and bottled at cask strength."
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/foodandwine/P7301920_label.jpg)
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/foodandwine/P7301920_800.jpg)
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 14, 2018, 11:45:55 AM
A dram, or two. of the insanely powerful Aberlour A'bunadh (this batch, 60.2% alcohol): it will either wake you up with an electric jolt, or put you in a deep coma ;D
Sarge
That's a win/win, either way. Heh.
But it looks great, Sarge. The question is, are you having it straight? Or with it being cask strength, a dash of water to help open it? If it's the former and so you can no longer type, I understand. 8) hahaha
Quote from: NikF on January 14, 2018, 12:44:46 PM
That's a win/win, either way. Heh.
But it looks great, Sarge. The question is, are you having it straight? Or with it being cask strength, a dash of water to help open it? If it's the former and so you can no longer type, I understand. 8) hahaha
I've read the pros and cons of adding water to single malts. I've tried it both ways with each bottle, but prefer it straight (hardcore ;D ). With blends I often, not always, add water and ice.
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 14, 2018, 01:24:29 PM
I've read the pros and cons of adding water to single malts. I've tried it both ways with each bottle, but prefer it straight (hardcore ;D ). With blends I often, not always, add water and ice.
Sarge
I don't take it with water either. But I consider it perfectly acceptable to do so. In a real working man's type pub you'll always find water jugs on the bar.
(https://i.imgur.com/OI1cZDJ.jpg)
For added authenticity, most men would order a hauf an' a hauf pint. So a half of whisky and a half of whatever draught lager is on tap. But that's serious
bevvying behaviour.
(https://i.imgur.com/alMJUdj.jpg)
There, now you know all you need to know to get by in Glasgow. ;D In Edinburgh it's different, because they can't handle hardcore. ;D
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 14, 2018, 11:45:55 AM
A dram, or two. of the insanely powerful Aberlour A'bunadh (this batch, 60.2% alcohol): it will either wake you up with an electric jolt, or put you in a deep coma ;D
"...a whisky that is aged solely in ex-Oloroso sherry butts. A'bunadh means "Original" in Gaelic and this was designed as a replica to a whisky produced at this distillery in the late 1800's. This is produced in batches and bottled at cask strength."
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/foodandwine/P7301920_label.jpg)
(http://photos.imageevent.com/sgtrock/foodandwine/P7301920_800.jpg)
Sarge
ELGARIAN!!!!(Aside to Nik: Elgarian was the GMG member who introduced us to that, the best water of life that ever came out of Scotland. He is, alas, no longer active here. )
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 14, 2018, 01:24:29 PM
I've read the pros and cons of adding water to single malts. I've tried it both ways with each bottle, but prefer it straight (hardcore ;D ). With blends I often, not always, add water and ice.
Sarge
I add water for the purely practical reason that undiluted it causes gastric reflux rather badly, proving it is indeed "firewater"
TD
Jim Beam Black Extra Aged Bourbon.
An inexpensive bourbon that does not taste inexpensive.
Quote from: NikF on January 14, 2018, 02:02:35 PM
For added authenticity, most men would order a hauf an' a hauf pint. So a half of whisky and a half of whatever draught lager is on tap. But that's serious bevvying behaviour.
(https://i.imgur.com/alMJUdj.jpg)
That's a boilermaker in the States: shot of whiskey with a beer chaser.
Sarge
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on January 14, 2018, 06:12:43 PM
ELGARIAN!!!!
(Aside to Nik: Elgarian was the GMG member who introduced us to that, the best water of life that ever came out of Scotland. He is, alas, no longer active here. )
The good stuff always gets around!
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I add water for the purely practical reason that undiluted it causes gastric reflux rather badly, proving it is indeed "firewater"
Like I said, it's all cool, however it's enjoyed.
Quote
TD
Jim Beam Black Extra Aged Bourbon.
An inexpensive bourbon that does not taste inexpensive.
I've tried the 'ordinary' Jim Beam but never heard of (or seen) that one.
Tonight with dinner it's this -
(https://i.imgur.com/kXxm0MI.jpg)
As for dinner,I didn't go food shopping post gym, so I'll just cut pockets into a couple of chicken breasts and stuff them with butter, garlic and basil. Wrap them in aluminium foil and about 20-25 minutes in the oven should do it. With ten minutes to go, it's bowl, couscous, olive oil, lemon juice, boiling water, green onion, salt and pepper - and that'll do me for carbs. Over the last couple of years cooking for myself has been reduced to the level of 'Tonight I will have protein, fat, and carbs'.
(https://i.imgur.com/UTKrEL0.jpg)
One of the remaining bottles that was given to my ex after a job. I'll be drinking it with dinner tonight, which will be smoked salmon pasta (via butter, garlic, lemon, creme fraiche, parmesan, chives) because it's easy to prepare and cheap and cheerful.
Quote from: NikF on January 18, 2018, 03:37:13 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/UTKrEL0.jpg)
One of the remaining bottles that was given to my ex after a job. I'll be drinking it with dinner tonight, which will be smoked salmon pasta (via butter, garlic, lemon, creme fraiche, parmesan, chives) because it's easy to prepare and cheap and cheerful.
Does Pinot Grigio
count as drinking?
Quote from: Ken B on January 18, 2018, 06:39:10 AM
Does Pinot Grigio count as drinking?
Only when produced by Germans (
Grauburgunder) ;)
Sarge
I opened a bottle of 10yo Laphroaig tonight. Heretofore my favorite single malt, I was once again disappointed as I have been in their recent bottlings. The former unique experience, and to some off-putting iodine/medicinal/band-aid smell and taste, was buried in the mix, making it not much different from other Islay brands. Still love the island single malts but sad that the most individual of the lot has lost its individuality. Or maybe it's just me...getting on in years, losing my sense of taste and smell? I'm not sure which answer I prefer :D
Sarge
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 20, 2018, 02:47:44 PM
I opened a bottle of 10yo Laphroaig tonight. Heretofore my favorite single malt, I was once again disappointed as I have been in their recent bottlings. The former unique experience, and to some off-putting iodine/medicinal/band-aid smell and taste, was buried in the mix, making it not much different from other Islay brands. Still love the island single malts but sad that the most individual of the lot has lost its individuality. Or maybe it's just me...getting on in years, losing my sense of taste and smell? I'm not sure which answer I prefer :D
Sarge
I think a number of brands are finding demand outstrips supply, and in trying to meet the demand have declined a bit or made tweaks to their output. Glenlivet has introduced a "Founder's Reserve" that's a blend of various ages to supplement their basic 12yo offering, supposedly because they don't have enough of the latter to meet the demand.
That said, I don't like peaty whiskies: I don't enjoy the feeling that I am drinking cigar smoke. So no Islays for me.
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on January 20, 2018, 04:47:22 PM
That said, I don't like peaty whiskies: I don't enjoy the feeling that I am drinking cigar smoke. So no Islays for me.
I abhor the smell of cigars but love, perhaps paradoxically, the smoke of wood, charcoal, and the peat component of Islay whiskies. But I understand where you're coming from: I haven't convinced any member of my family, or any friend, to share my taste in Laphroaig ;)
Sarge
Jasmine green tea.
Ice cold apple juice. Mmm, mmm...good. :)
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on January 22, 2018, 03:29:35 AM
Jasmine green tea.
Bravo.
My regular source of caffeine. I cannot recommend highly enough getting the jasmine pearls. Need very few at a time. These are little balls of usually 3 leaves rolled into a ball. Can infuse them 3 times. I use a bottom draining teapot, which is the best tea invention ever.
(https://i.imgur.com/Zs4YphU.jpg)
Tonight this will be accompanying a couple of sirloin steaks (pan fried with a little butter and shallots) along with mashed potatoes and marrowfat peas. As usual, quick and easy.
Meanwhile: jasmine green tea
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on January 26, 2018, 03:48:42 AM
Meanwhile: jasmine green tea
I prefer Moroccan mint green tea...
The case can be made.
English breakfast tea for me. Other brands appear and then disappear, but the only consistent supply of EB in loose leaf form seems to be Twining's in my neck of the woods.
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on January 26, 2018, 11:06:31 AM
English breakfast tea for me. Other brands appear and then disappear, but the only consistent supply of EB in loose leaf form seems to be Twining's in my neck of the woods.
I have pretty much given up black tea, for a purely practical reason. I drink it mostly at work and it's a pain having to have milk. Green tea I drink, er, green.
Green tea is also much cheaper since you can infuse it two, three, or sometimes 4 times.
Some good EB on Amazon though. I got some Tattle Tea EB that was excellent (before the price quintupled).
Quote from: Ken B on January 26, 2018, 12:04:30 PM
I have pretty much given up black tea, for a purely practical reason. I drink it mostly at work and it's a pain having to have milk. Green tea I drink, er, green.
Green tea is also much cheaper since you can infuse it two, three, or sometimes 4 times.
Some good EB on Amazon though. I got some Tattle Tea EB that was excellent (before the price quintupled).
Milk with tea? Not I. I use non-dairy creamer with coffee, but tea I drink with no admixture.
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on January 26, 2018, 01:05:26 PM
Milk with tea? Not I. I use non-dairy creamer with coffee, but tea I drink with no admixture.
Milk-takers cleave into two factions, pre- and post-lactarian. I have gradually moved from the former to the latter, which is a bit infra-dig. But at least I have not back-slid so far as
lemon.
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on January 26, 2018, 01:05:26 PM
Milk with tea? Not I. I use non-dairy creamer with coffee, but tea I drink with no admixture.
Yeah, no milk in tea for me either. Or in coffee. But I like milk and drink at least two pints of the full fat variety every day. I remember ages ago the Sarge commenting something about how I should "probably be weaned off it pretty soon" hahaha.
But tea - in Glasgow I sometimes go here and enjoy a cup of 'Belfast brew' while reading my book
(https://i.imgur.com/wrWGIJc.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/lpXr0rM.jpg)
Today I'm having this with lunch.
I've been drinking rose spritzer (dry rose) all day yesterday. Been to a wedding, and my drink of choice at these drink-all-day type of events is either spritzer or something that's called bevanda locally, namely red wine cut with plain tap water. I find it easiest to pace myself with those.
As for tea I like black tea sweetened with sour cherry preserve, and I like sage tea (with or without drop of dark rum). Rarely drink green and if then with sugar and without milk.
I usually drink coffee in the morning, but, sometimes, I do drink tea and when I do, it's usually English Breakfast, but not Twinnings or Bigelow, but this Latvian brand:
(https://nuko.lv/media/catalog/product/cache/3/image/480x740/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/e/n/english_breakfast_1.jpg)
Quote from: Mirror Image on January 30, 2018, 07:01:54 PM
I usually drink coffee in the morning, but, sometimes, I do drink tea and when I do, it's usually English Breakfast, but not Twinnings or Bigelow, but this Latvian brand:
(https://nuko.lv/media/catalog/product/cache/3/image/480x740/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/e/n/english_breakfast_1.jpg)
Latvian branded tea - that's definitely exotic in my book! I've never tried it. But I did develop a taste for Latvian rye bread
rupjmaize while working elsewhere.
Occasionally I'll drink tea at home - such as this morning - and it's the traditional Co-op 99.
(https://i.imgur.com/Ohi6glY.jpg)
Blend 99 was always known as the prescription tea, going back almost 100 years or something. All I can say about it is that it's not a breakfast tea. But it's consistent and reliable and I much prefer it without milk.
I rarely drink coffee. My ex got me into this stuff -
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Again, I don't drink it with milk.
(https://i.imgur.com/Ku1Gakz.jpg)
I go through one of these every day.
(https://i.imgur.com/eU17rlK.jpg)
With dinner tonight.
Quote from: NikF on February 02, 2018, 06:39:00 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Ku1Gakz.jpg)
I go through one of these every day.
You're not worried about kidney stones?
Quote from: Mirror Image on February 04, 2018, 08:47:55 PM
You're not worried about kidney stones?
I'd never heard that milk causes kidney stones.
A little google search turns up that drinking milk tends to reduce the risk of developing kidney stones by inhibiting absorption of oxalate.
https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/kidney-stones/eating-diet-nutrition
Risk factors for kidney stones are not enough water, too much oxalate, too much sodium.
Quote from: Baron Scarpia on February 04, 2018, 09:46:08 PM
I'd never heard that milk causes kidney stones.
A little google search turns up that drinking milk tends to reduce the risk of developing kidney stones by inhibiting absorption of oxalate.
https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/kidney-stones/eating-diet-nutrition
Risk factors for kidney stones are not enough water, too much oxalate, too much sodium.
Ah...well who needs a doctor, I've got you! ;) Thanks for the info my man. 8)
Quote from: Mirror Image on February 04, 2018, 08:47:55 PM
You're not worried about kidney stones?
No. As Baron Scarpia pointed out, there's not really a link. And anyway, there's not much I'm ever worried about. Hahaha.
As an aside, it's the same with another thing that receives bad press - protein. Every day I eat at least 180-200g of protein. That usually includes a three egg omelette most mornings.
Quote from: NikF on February 08, 2018, 09:50:00 AMAs an aside, it's the same with another thing that receives bad press - protein. Every day I eat at least 180-200g of protein. That usually includes a three egg omelette most mornings.
There are people who think protein is bad for you?
(Well, I guess anything is bad for you if the quantity is high enough, even water.)
Quote from: Baron Scarpia on February 08, 2018, 10:14:19 AM
There are people who think protein is bad for you?
As far as I remember there was one study showing that a high protein intake was clearly unhealthy for the kidneys. It was readily grasped by woo health bloggers and other such types. But the truth is that the study only showed evidence of protein being bad for those already suffering kidney damage.
And since the new year in both gyms I use I've heard this book -
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- being touted as the fount of all knowledge as far as longevity/living forever is concerned, part of which is eating a relatively small amount of protein every day because the typical amounts recommended elsewhere are bad.
Quote
(Well, I guess anything is bad for you if the quantity is high enough, even water.)
Yeah, that's the way I look at it too.
e: the aforementioned study - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1262767/
Quote from: Baron Scarpia on February 08, 2018, 10:14:19 AM
There are people who think protein is bad for you?
(Well, I guess anything is bad for you if the quantity is high enough, even water.)
Yes. Mostly woo-ish vegetarian types. Just yesterday I read an article about one of those denying protein deficiency ever happens. Well it doesn't in carnivorous rich societies, but lysine deficiency can be and has been a problem in other circumstances. The logic is conspicuously don't but familiar. (No one gets goiter anymore, no need to iodize salt.)
Well, I'm willing to walk back my skepticism about protein being harmful, because I was implicitly thinking of people who eat "food."
I had forgotten that there are those giant tubs of white protein powder that people cram down their throats. I can certainly believe that you can kill yourself by going to far overboard with that sort of stuff. Same goes for other "supplements."
Quote from: NikF on February 08, 2018, 10:48:38 AM
As far as I remember there was one study showing that a high protein intake was clearly unhealthy for the kidneys. It was readily grasped by woo health bloggers and other such types. But the truth is that the study only showed evidence of protein being bad for those already suffering kidney damage.
And since the new year in both gyms I use I've heard this book -
- being touted as the fount of all knowledge as far as longevity/living forever is concerned, part of which is eating a relatively small amount of protein every day because the typical amounts recommended elsewhere are bad.
Yeah, that's the way I look at it too.
e: the aforementioned study - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1262767/
Here's a more recent study (2013 vs 1005), with less sunny views about excessive protein intake. Kidney stones (remember recent talk about drinking lots of milk...) are mentioned too, btw.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4045293/
QuoteDespite the fact that short-term high protein diet could be necessary in several pathological conditions (malnutrition, sarcopenia, etc.), it is evident that “too much of a good thing” in diet could be useless or even harmful for healthy individuals [1, 29]. Many adults or even adolescents (especially athletes or body builders) self-prescribe protein supplements and overlook the risks of using them, mainly due to misguided beliefs in their performance-enhancing abilities [30]. Individuals who follow these diets are therefore at risk [31]. Extra protein is not used efficiently by the body and may impose a metabolic burden on the bones, kidneys, and liver. Moreover, high-protein/high-meat diets may also be associated with increased risk for coronary heart disease due to intakes of saturated fat and cholesterol or even cancer [31].
Eating excessive amounts of protein is a strain on the kidneys, also dehydrating the body, and the extra protein will metabolize into body fat. It's also carcinogenic. And then there's the environmental side of things - animal protein has a huge ecological footprint compared to vegetables.
Quote from: Baron Scarpia on February 08, 2018, 12:41:21 PM
Well, I'm willing to walk back my skepticism about protein being harmful, because I was implicitly thinking of people who eat "food."
I had forgotten that there are those giant tubs of white protein powder that people cram down their throats. I can certainly believe that you can kill yourself by going to far overboard with that sort of stuff. Same goes for other "supplements."
Indeed. The dosage makes the poison. I read that drinking as much water as Tom Brady does would be very dangerous for an average person. Beware water.
Today I'll be drinking one of these with a lunch that involves a simple and sharp Orkney cheddar atop cracked black pepper oatcakes. Humble as ever.
(https://i.imgur.com/hziafGb.jpg)
Trivia: that woman is actress Venetia Stevenson.
(https://i.imgur.com/KkYX7cX.jpg)
Quote from: Sergeant Rock on January 20, 2018, 02:47:44 PM
I opened a bottle of 10yo Laphroaig tonight. Heretofore my favorite single malt, I was once again disappointed as I have been in their recent bottlings. The former unique experience, and to some off-putting iodine/medicinal/band-aid smell and taste, was buried in the mix, making it not much different from other Islay brands. Still love the island single malts but sad that the most individual of the lot has lost its individuality. Or maybe it's just me...getting on in years, losing my sense of taste and smell? I'm not sure which answer I prefer :D
Sarge
Decided I could go for a bottle of Islay at least once a decade, so I got
(https://www.laphroaig.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Select.png)
Apparently they blend together several expressions. The cigar taste is not as strong as I remember in other Islays, but strong enough that I will finish this bottle and wait another decade for the next. And when I do drink it, it will be heavily watered down.
Just finished a hot chocolate at Starbucks.
( Strains to hear the sound of eyeballs rolling in various spots around the globe. )
Yeah, l know... But l needed some comfort food, and I've been abstaining for the last week or so. Mindless choices have the advantage of requiring only the smallest quantities of both inspiration and attention, and l have little enough energy for either atm.
Now to my favorite Subway for dinner!
:D,
LKB
Quote from: LKB on March 04, 2018, 04:42:11 PM
Just finished a hot chocolate at Starbucks.
( Strains to hear the sound of eyeballs rolling in various spots around the globe. )
Yeah, l know... But l needed some comfort food, and I've been abstaining for the last week or so. Mindless choices have the advantage of requiring only the smallest quantities of both inspiration and attention, and l have little enough energy for either atm.
Now to my favorite Subway for dinner!
:D,
LKB
Nothing wrong with some guilty pleasures. :)
Speaking of guilty pleasures...
Enjoying a glass of sweet iced tea (a staple of the Southern US) while kicking back and listening to some of Debussy's mélodies.
Tbh, it wasn't so much a guilty pleasure as it was a psychological imperative. While winters in the Bay Area are relatively mild, this weekend has been fairly cool and damp. When you find yourself walking the chilly streets in the early evening, homeless and alone, with the last few precious dollars in a busted bank account balanced against that prospect of a comforting cup of memories, the challenge can be very great.
Tonight, a friend stepped up. Thanks to him, I'll have at least one meal every day this week, which makes the remaining battles for sleep and shelter possible. There may even be more hot chocolate...
Gratefully,
LKB
Quote from: LKB on March 04, 2018, 06:37:34 PM
Tbh, it wasn't so much a guilty pleasure as it was a psychological imperative. While winters in the Bay Area are relatively mild, this weekend has been fairly cool and damp. When you find yourself walking the chilly streets in the early evening, homeless and alone, with the last few precious dollars in a busted bank account balanced against that prospect of a comforting cup of memories, the challenge can be very great.
Tonight, a friend stepped up. Thanks to him, I'll have at least one meal every day this week, which makes the remaining battles for sleep and shelter possible. There may even be more hot chocolate...
Gratefully,
LKB
I had no idea of your circumstances, LKB. I'm so sorry to hear this. My only hope is you land on your feet again and can live a comfortable life. All the best to you.
Thanks MI,
It is a struggle, as one might expect.
The hardest aspect of this " lifestyle " ( for wont of a better word ) has been maintaining those qualities of my personality which ( hopefully ) make me an interesting partner in conversation, and able to make the occasional worthwhile contribution to the various threads here.
Losing the roof over my head is survivable. Losing material wealth is painful, but acceptable. Losing a bed to sleep in means getting by on a few hours' rest per day, whether on the buses, in a diner with tolerant staff, or in some hidden room within a church where a friend is working.
What l ( or anyone in my position ) must not lose is the greater spirit within, and that's a fight l know l can win.
;),
LKB
Quote from: LKB on March 04, 2018, 06:37:34 PM
Tbh, it wasn't so much a guilty pleasure as it was a psychological imperative. While winters in the Bay Area are relatively mild, this weekend has been fairly cool and damp. When you find yourself walking the chilly streets in the early evening, homeless and alone, with the last few precious dollars in a busted bank account balanced against that prospect of a comforting cup of memories, the challenge can be very great.
Tonight, a friend stepped up. Thanks to him, I'll have at least one meal every day this week, which makes the remaining battles for sleep and shelter possible. There may even be more hot chocolate...
Gratefully,
LKB
Quote from: LKB on March 04, 2018, 07:10:36 PM
Thanks MI,
It is a struggle, as one might expect.
The hardest aspect of this " lifestyle " ( for wont of a better word ) has been maintaining those qualities of my personality which ( hopefully ) make me an interesting partner in conversation, and able to make the occasional worthwhile contribution to the various threads here.
Losing the roof over my head is survivable. Losing material wealth is painful, but acceptable. Losing a bed to sleep in means getting by on a few hours' rest per day, whether on the buses, in a diner with tolerant staff, or in some hidden room within a church where a friend is working.
What l ( or anyone in my position ) must not lose is the greater spirit within, and that's a fight l know l can win.
;),
LKB
I had no idea about your living circumstances either and I am actually now quite upset and angry reading about your plight.
You shouldnt have to live the way you are doing in a civilized wealthy country - I'll say no more than that.
I'm thinking about you and wish you all the best too.
Quote from: LKB on March 04, 2018, 07:10:36 PM
Thanks MI,
It is a struggle, as one might expect.
The hardest aspect of this " lifestyle " ( for wont of a better word ) has been maintaining those qualities of my personality which ( hopefully ) make me an interesting partner in conversation, and able to make the occasional worthwhile contribution to the various threads here.
Losing the roof over my head is survivable. Losing material wealth is painful, but acceptable. Losing a bed to sleep in means getting by on a few hours' rest per day, whether on the buses, in a diner with tolerant staff, or in some hidden room within a church where a friend is working.
What l ( or anyone in my position ) must not lose is the greater spirit within, and that's a fight l know l can win.
;),
LKB
It's great that you have a positive attitude about all of this. :) I wish you nothing but the best.
As we have no water supply I'm having to exist on red wine and rely on the 'Dunkirk Spirit' (no pun intended) to kick in.
8)
Quote from: Mirror Image on March 04, 2018, 06:44:31 PM
I had no idea of your circumstances, LKB. I'm so sorry to hear this. My only hope is you land on your feet again and can live a comfortable life. All the best to you.
+1
Quote from: Jeffrey Smith on March 04, 2018, 01:25:57 PM
Decided I could go for a bottle of Islay at least once a decade, so I got
(https://www.laphroaig.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Select.png)
Apparently they blend together several expressions. The cigar taste is not as strong as I remember in other Islays, but strong enough that I will finish this bottle and wait another decade for the next. And when I do drink it, it will be heavily watered down.
Well, I must at present content myself with green tea.
Quote from: LKB on March 04, 2018, 07:10:36 PM
Thanks MI,
It is a struggle, as one might expect.
The hardest aspect of this " lifestyle " ( for wont of a better word ) has been maintaining those qualities of my personality which ( hopefully ) make me an interesting partner in conversation, and able to make the occasional worthwhile contribution to the various threads here.
Losing the roof over my head is survivable. Losing material wealth is painful, but acceptable. Losing a bed to sleep in means getting by on a few hours' rest per day, whether on the buses, in a diner with tolerant staff, or in some hidden room within a church where a friend is working.
What l ( or anyone in my position ) must not lose is the greater spirit within, and that's a fight l know l can win.
;),
LKB
I admire your good spirits!
Quote from: Mirror Image on March 04, 2018, 07:37:45 PM
It's great that you have a positive attitude about all of this. :) I wish you nothing but the best.
Perspective is the key to coping, and eventually winning through.
I remind myself of Schubert, who suffered greatly before the end of his short life, and of Beethoven, derided as one driven so mad by his deafness as to write " incomprehensible " music such as Opus 133.
That may seem melodramatic, but l do in fact find such thinking helpful. For how can l complain, having outlived Schubert by decades, calling myself a composer while writing nothing so beautiful as the least of his songs?
When l think of that letter to his brother, remarking on not having eaten in eleven days... And l should complain because l don't get Starbucks every morning?
( Obviously, things are not so simple. And l do not always succeed in remembering the suffering of those l look up to. So yes, l grouse and cuss and am at times bad-tempered, when l can't get enough sleep or food, or may not be close enough to an available restroom...
But l do try to maintain perspective, and to observe those around me who have it worse because of mental illness, or simply because they've lived in homelessness for a very long time, long enough to have lost those aspects of themselves which at one time made them valuable members of a family or community or, perhaps, a music bbs where they used to post regularly. )
At some point, I'll recover enough to enjoy my old lifestyle once again. Wine or whiskey in the evenings, delightful company, a warm, waiting bed at the end of convivial conversation. All of these will return, and be appreciated for what they are.
Because I'll not forget the life l have now, and once l have won through, I'll remember those who have it worse.
And that will be my
new perspective.
LKB
Getting caught up in denoting my current outlook has resulted in poor manners, for which l apologize.
I thank those who have been supportive. As l am currently living parts of Winterreise or Songs of Travel, l find l am somewhat inward, as described above.
I'll try to be less self-absorbed, and more worthwhile.
Cheers,
LKB
I deny that any apology is due from you 0:)
LKB, you are a great person! I deeply admire your courage and optimism in such dire moments! Wish you all the best and a quick recovery of your former circumstances! God bless you!
Quote from: Florestan on March 05, 2018, 05:30:15 AM
LKB, you are a great person! I deeply admire your courage and optimism in such dire moments! Wish you all the best and a quick recovery of your former circumstances! God bless you!
Thank you sir. Your words are deeply felt, and appreciated. 8)
This phone is nearly dead, and I've found that one of the biggest challenges of late is keeping it charged. So l may be offline until l can juice the battery somewhat.
Until l can return,
LKB
Quote from: LKB on March 04, 2018, 06:37:34 PM
Tbh, it wasn't so much a guilty pleasure as it was a psychological imperative. While winters in the Bay Area are relatively mild, this weekend has been fairly cool and damp. When you find yourself walking the chilly streets in the early evening, homeless and alone, with the last few precious dollars in a busted bank account balanced against that prospect of a comforting cup of memories, the challenge can be very great.
Tonight, a friend stepped up. Thanks to him, I'll have at least one meal every day this week, which makes the remaining battles for sleep and shelter possible. There may even be more hot chocolate...
Gratefully,
LKB
I've just read the last few pages of this thread properly and wanted to say that I am very sorry you are having such a tough time. I hope that things improve for you very soon.
I remember that in Alan Watts's fine book 'The Wisdom of Insecurity' he points out that in Dante's 'Inferno' the way out of Hell lies through the centre. I found this weirdly comforting during difficult times of my own.
All strength to you.
Dear LKB
I feel sincerely disturbed to read of your circumstances. I also think I understand your apology for your supposed poor manners. You want to come here to interact with people who are not aware of your difficulties, and who regard you as you regarded yourself when circumstances were better. You don't want pity, but you want your interactions here to be a bulwark against self-pity and loss of hope.
Let is suffice to say that I admire you for your resolve and persistence and have confidence that will manage to improve your circumstances. Best of luck to you sir.
Thanks Baron S.,
Your estimation of my intent is mostly correct, and l salute your astute perception ( there's that word again... ).
Today's objective was to get my food assistance reinstated ( it was discontinued by mistake ), and this was accomplished. So now I'll be able to stay reasonably fed for the rest of March, which is no small matter!
Shelter involves traveling, some via public transit, and the remainder on " wings of song " ( i.e., the rather exquisite Sennheiser headphones l purchased years ago ) and a pair of high-quality walkers.
Having music on my phone has at times been an almost redemptive asset. While l have hundreds of hours of music resident between my ears, running it by memory won't keep me awake. Von Karajan's Bruckner, Hogwood's Beethoven, and the recordings of Haydn by Colin Davis... Those are the ticket, when open eyes and steady legs are required.
Oh... And yes, l do have the Vaughan-Williams Songs of Travel on the phone as well, though l resist playing them for the most part, preferring to sing them quietly from memory when l am feeling humorously recursive. :D
Tonight l rehearse, and so will sign off for now. If l can recharge the phone, I'll bbl.
Cheers,
LKB
TD:
Glaceau Vitamin Water,
Specifically the orange/citrus-flavored " rise ". Not too expensive, doesn't require refrigeration, contains 150% of an average adult's Vitamin C requirement, along with other vitamins and electrolytes.
I suppose it qualifies as a sports drink, but it's the ascorbic acid l am most interested in. While l avoid other homeless to the greatest extent possible, l find myself among them on a daily basis, usually on the buses where we get much of our sleep. That exposes me to disease vectors, so having plenty of VC is a priority.
Anyway, it's what l drink the most of, and allows me to post OT here.
( swallows ),
LKB
Green tea (workaday, yes, but I like it)
Oolong. It's nice, but it isn't keemun.
Another wet morning in the Bay Area, so I'm finishing up another hot chocolate at Starbucks.
Ahhhh,
LKB
Cheers!
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With sirloin steak and fried potatoes.
Food/wine - *all good things in moderation. And speaking of which -
(https://i.imgur.com/B4r4xw2.jpg)
- as you can see, I changed my mind about gaining weight. I was starting to look like a muscular triad of Stretch Armstrong, Mighty Joe Young, and Spongebob Squarepants - and that's not my idea of a good time. So it's back to welterweight kind of numbers.
e:
*most 8)
This afternoon -
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An early, quite light lunch because I'm going out tonight. I won't try to dress this up, so - some sharp, sharp, sharp Orkney cheddar, along with a few slices of a wholemeal bloomer that's toasted and rubbed with a clove of garlic. Humble as ever.
At this precise instant, enjoying my last vitamin water.
Had my last hot chocolate at Starbucks this morning. I'll miss that place, but until l have more than $2.11 to my name, nothing on their menu is affordable.
From here on out, until my luck changes, it will be plain water... which is, after all, enough. 8)
I'll post here again when l have something more interesting than h2o to talk about. :D
Prosit,
LKB
Sorry again to hear of your difficulties.
I can't help but think that the "vitamin water" is more of a marketing ploy than anything else. Even if you get a smaller volume for the same price, I'd take ordinary orange juice over the vitamin water. The body absorbs nutrients better when they are in a natural context. I applaud the chocolate milk. Nutritious and uplifting.
Kirkland vodka, -3 degrees, with fresh lemon juice.
With a cheeseburger (only one) for lunch.
(https://i.imgur.com/aO6i4WO.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fFVNSHI.jpg)
And a couple of 1/4lb burgers (from a good butcher) for lunch.
And why not? After one month of hobbling I got rid of the crutches today. Yay. Tomorrow I'm away for a weekend with friends. Also yay.
(https://i.imgur.com/l8Xu5hL.jpg)
Free Will's Coffee Oatmeal Brown (COB). Pretty Freaking Good (PFG)!
Viognier, a varietal I have not yet tried. What did you have for lunch (I mean, the non-liquid part).
Sarge
I had a packet of spatzle I boiled and then mixed some fresh herbs and olive oil through. Protein was from a couple of grilled and shredded chicken breasts that had been marinating in paprika and garlic for an hour. It was just about passable. The viognier wasn't great either. But right now it's more about calories than anything else. Just over one month ago I had a partial meniscectomy on my knee. That meant no exercise for the last four weeks - the longest I've gone without training since I was about 17. Anyway, I had to adjust my diet, but I managed to keep my bodyweight around 156 lbs throughout. And this week I expect to get the all clear to ease my way into working out again.
I'm drinking some sweet tea at the moment.
Peets ground coffee was on a good sale at the supermarket, so I'm not drinking supermarket coffee this week. :)
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I brought a pack of these up the road from darn sarf and I'll have one with my tuna sandwich.
Epic Brewing's Big Bad Baptist Whiskey Barrel Aged Coffee Imperial Stout. 11.9% LBV PFG!
My beverage of choice.
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Quote from: Sergeant Rock on May 01, 2018, 06:59:03 AM
Viognier, a varietal I have not yet tried. What did you have for lunch (I mean, the non-liquid part).
Sarge
Viognier is sex in a bottle--one of the most outrageously sensual, sleek, taught, spicy, and tasty varietals on the planet--grown in miniscule quantities in Rhone. The problem is that it is pretty picky with food pairings. Most Asian food, especially Thai is a great match.
Now, I need suggestions for Armagnac!
puhleeeeeeze! (and I don't want to pay a fortune)
Quote from: Mookalafalas on May 11, 2018, 03:04:10 AM
My beverage of choice.
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Looks appealing.
I think that must be export labeling because here there are rules about "bourbon". Must be at least 50% corn mash, must be aged in new oak, and must be Kentucky. None of this Tennessee nonsense.
Dickel's is a pretty good a Tennessee
bourbon whisky.
Quote from: Mookalafalas on May 11, 2018, 03:04:10 AM
My beverage of choice.
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One can buy the Kirkland brand in Taiwan????
Quote from: Moonfish on May 11, 2018, 04:52:40 PM
One can buy the Kirkland brand in Taiwan????
I'm nuts about it. It has changed my life. 0:)
Actually, we have a Costco in my town. Probably mostly same stuff as in yours...
Quote from: Ken B on May 11, 2018, 04:39:31 PM
Looks appealing.
I think that must be export labeling because here there are rules about "bourbon". Must be at least 50% corn mash, must be aged in new oak, and must be Kentucky. None of this Tennessee nonsense.
Dickel's is a pretty good a Tennessee bourbon whisky.
Surprising! I wonder how Kentucky managed to swing that? I can see how real champaigne must come from a specific region of France because of soil, grapes, etc., but what about Tennessee (or Bolivia) would make it inconducive to distillation of mash?
Edit: According to Wikipedia, Bourbon can be made anywhere in US, but 95% is from Kentucky.
Quote from: XB-70 Valkyrie on May 11, 2018, 02:00:36 PM
Now, I need suggestions for Armagnac! puhleeeeeeze! (and I don't want to pay a fortune)
I'd like to have suggestions also. I can't remember the last time I had Armagnac. Currently drinking (well, not at this moment, but in the last few days after dinner) Cognac: Courvoisier V.S.O.P.
Sarge
Quote from: Mookalafalas on May 11, 2018, 08:43:47 PM
I'm nuts about it. It has changed my life. 0:)
Actually, we have a Costco in my town. Probably mostly same stuff as in yours...
Surprising! I wonder how Kentucky managed to swing that? I can see how real champaigne must come from a specific region of France because of soil, grapes, etc., but what about Tennessee (or Bolivia) would make it inconducive to distillation of mash?
Edit: According to Wikipedia, Bourbon can be made anywhere in US, but 95% is from Kentucky.
Interesting. My thought was how did the barrel makers swing it, since the barrel must be new. So the used ones are sold, often for Scotch.
My beer of choice lately, Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA...
(https://www.dogfish.com/files/media/styles/beer_style/public/beer/60_A.jpg?itok=3IaolIDX)
Decaf French roast coffee.
Brought this from Madrid for my relatives in the Canary Islands. We had it yesterday (after a lunch I cooked for them) and it was stupendous—the whisky and the food I prepared ;).
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Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on May 23, 2018, 08:12:25 AM
Decaf French roast coffee.
Unless you're drinking Mountanos Brothers Decaf French Roast "Dark Italian" (and drinking it black), you're frittering away your life.
https://mfct.com/collections/coffee
And I still need some recommendations for Armagnac
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Quote from: XB-70 Valkyrie on May 23, 2018, 05:11:22 PM
Unless you're drinking Mountanos Brothers Decaf French Roast "Dark Italian" (and drinking it black), you're frittering away your life.
Am I? I don't feel like it . . .
Thread Duty:(Not this morning, obviously) Local (to New England), a Maine craft distillery. The seasoning is most enjoyable. I am taking it on faith that this is entirely different to however Capt Morgan is spiced, because I know I have had Capt Morgan in the past, and I have no recollection of the flavor.
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on May 24, 2018, 03:41:46 AM
Am I? I don't feel like it . . .
Thread Duty:
(Not this morning, obviously) Local (to New England), a Maine craft distillery. The seasoning is most enjoyable. I am taking it on faith that this is entirely different to however Capt Morgan is spiced, because I know I have had Capt Morgan in the past, and I have no recollection of the flavor.
Sounds/looks good!
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on May 24, 2018, 03:41:46 AM
Am I? I don't feel like it . . .
Thread Duty:
(Not this morning, obviously) Local (to New England), a Maine craft distillery. The seasoning is most enjoyable. I am taking it on faith that this is entirely different to however Capt Morgan is spiced, because I know I have had Capt Morgan in the past, and I have no recollection of the flavor.
Seriously, try that Mountanos Brothers. For me it puts pretty much all other coffees to shame, except one I had in Ireland recently and forgot the name of.
Late lunch, post gym, so protein is good. It'll be in the form of about 50g or so of St. Andrew's Farmouse Cheddar. Alongside is this, which when I lived in a big house on the *top of a hill with a beautiful girl, the roof of the brewery could just be seen if I climbed the old oak tree at the bottom of the garden.
(https://i.imgur.com/kUQdKBA.jpg)
*okay, halfway - but that doesn't sound as good.
http://www.good-music-guide.com/community/index.php/topic,88.msg1157830.html#msg1157830
cross-post from eating thread
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Och aye the noo.
Not a gym day, but this morning while in the park I took advantage of it being relatively quiet and indulged myself on the parallel bars and gymnastic rings I probably overdid it a little, resulting in a sweat. So, a cold beer will go along nicely with my roast beef, spinach and tomato sandwich picked up during the walk home.
e: An' up yir kilt wi' a blawlamp.
(https://s33.postimg.cc/l42mkfygv/IMG_20180912_103156_923.jpg)
This is produced at a facility owned by Whyte & Mackay (or more exactly, by whoever owns Whyte & Mackay nowadays) and as such comes from the same place as the only Speyside single malt currently produced by them, the Tamnavulin 12yo. It seems the Internet strongly hints at it being the same whisky. I disagree. My opinion is based only on familiarity with the Tamnavulin 12yo and nothing more. If pushed I'd say this is certainly related to that single malt, albeit a variant with the often (and safely) vague characteristic of no age statement. Want a blog type description? - no chance, whistle for it. But feel free to have this instead -
Tamnavulin 12yo - Ava Gardner
Ben Bracken Speyside - Gloria Grahame
Fair Trade organic green tea. Again.
It's not best in taste (kinda average), but it's a local beer that is apparently inspired by a bartender in the 50's. I found it quite amusing. ;D
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CfY3_AhUUAAtSFw.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CUG-bz2UsAARPg-.jpg)
Glaceau vitamin water, in prep for singing Carmina Burana in about an hour.
>:D,
LKB
Quote from: LKB on March 17, 2019, 01:54:31 PM
Glaceau vitamin water, in prep for singing Carmina Burana in about an hour.
>:D,
LKB
I sing that at concerts too. Last time they were playing Beethoven's Third Piano Concerto.
Quote from: Ken B on March 17, 2019, 03:06:58 PM
I sing that at concerts too. Last time they were playing Beethoven's Third Piano Concerto.
Ok, l had that coming. :P
Anyway it went fairly well. Tomorrow we start rehearsing Brahms'
Deutsches Requiem, which I've been waiting for over forty years to perform. I am excited!
8),
LKB
Quote from: LKB on March 17, 2019, 08:39:00 PM
Ok, l had that coming. :P
Anyway it went fairly well. Tomorrow we start rehearsing Brahms' Deutsches Requiem, which I've been waiting for over forty years to perform. I am excited!
8),
LKB
O! Fortuna(te)!
Today (St. Patrick's Day):
Guinness!!! (My great-grandfather worked for them and I am mostly Irish)
George Dickel #12 Tennessee Sour Mash Whisky
A good bourbon. It is 45%, and has a distinct but not rough burn. Smooth, not sweet. Mid price, cheaper than Jack Daniels. Better too IMO.
Some Ocean Spray Cran-Grape at the moment. This, apple juice, water, and coffee seem to be my go-to beverages for the past couple of years. I'll occasionally have some hot tea or sweet iced tea (I am a Southerner you know). :)
Newcastle brown ale. A relief from the IPA's that have become ubiquitous. Nominally from the UK, I wonder if the version they sell in the states is at all authentic.
Quote from: Mookalafalas on May 11, 2018, 08:43:47 PM
I'm nuts about it. It has changed my life. 0:)
Actually, we have a Costco in my town. Probably mostly same stuff as in yours...
Surprising! I wonder how Kentucky managed to swing that? I can see how real champaigne must come from a specific region of France because of soil, grapes, etc., but what about Tennessee (or Bolivia) would make it inconducive to distillation of mash?
Edit: According to Wikipedia, Bourbon can be made anywhere in US, but 95% is from Kentucky.
From what I've been told, the original corn whiskey was produced in Bourbon County, Kentucky and soon all corn mash whiskey was called Bourbon. While it is true bourbon can be distilled in any place, it must be made from majority corn mash. Kentucky has pride of place because of its historical association with being the first.
Quote from: Ken B on April 08, 2019, 03:19:37 PM
George Dickel #12 Tennessee Sour Mash Whisky
A good bourbon. It is 45%, and has a distinct but not rough burn. Smooth, not sweet. Mid price, cheaper than Jack Daniels. Better too IMO.
Yes, Dickel is much better than Jack Daniels, neat. Merle Haggard's favorite. My current favorite bourbons are Blanton's and Eagle Rare - but they are getting to be hard to find. On my shelf tonight I have a bottle of Blanton's I only drink when I have a guest who likes bourbon; Michters, Weller Special Edition, Bulliet and Knob Creek.
Recently I had some McKenna's which was excellent.
Quote from: San Antone on April 08, 2019, 06:24:38 PM
From what I've been told, the original corn whiskey was produced in Bourbon County, Kentucky and soon all corn mash whiskey was called Bourbon. While it is true bourbon can be distilled in any place, it must be made from majority corn mash. Kentucky has pride of place because of its historical association with being the first.
Yes, Dickel is much better than Jack Daniels, neat. Merle Haggard's favorite. My current favorite bourbons are Blanton's and Eagle Rare - but they are getting to be hard to find. On my shelf tonight I have a bottle of Blanton's I only drink when I have a guest who likes bourbon; Michters, Weller Special Edition, Bulliet and Knob Creek.
Recently I had some McKenna's which was excellent.
I gave my brother Eagle Rare for Christmas. I quite like it. I also like Weller a lot. Knob Creek I find a bit harsh, but Bulliet is good. Those are all pricier than Dickel though, especially Eagle Rare. Never had Blanton's or Michters.
I'm not much of a bourbon drinker. I started with the obvious, Jack Daniels and Jim Beam, which I found basically undrinkable. Recently got Makers Mark, which I find much better.
Quote from: Ghost of Baron Scarpia on April 08, 2019, 07:46:49 PM
I'm not much of a bourbon drinker. I started with the obvious, Jack Daniels and Jim Beam, which I found basically undrinkable. Recently got Makers Mark, which I find much better.
Regular Beam is a poor bourbon for sure, and you can do much better than Jack. JD has some special editions named after their historic distillers that are quite good though. Avoid Wild Turkey.
The other cheap whisky I liked was Canadian Club 100% Rye. It came in a bottle with a green label. Only found it in Canada, not in the states.
While perusing the Scotch aisle at Total Wine I noticed two possible trends.
First, perhaps as an inevitable pendulum swing from wine cask maturation, a few whiskies now label themselves "first fill" or "virgin". Deanston did this some time ago, but now others are proud to announce they are using pristine unused casks. (At the moment, I have before me Glenlivet First Fill 12 year old, price about $7 higher than its standard 12 year old, but not much difference in taste that I can tell.)
Second, a number of whiskies now conspicuously label themselves "single grain". I don't remember seeing any such before yesterday.
Quote from: JBS on May 24, 2019, 05:20:35 PM
While perusing the Scotch aisle at Total Wine I noticed two possible trends.
First, perhaps as an inevitable pendulum swing from wine cask maturation, a few whiskies now label themselves "first fill" or "virgin". Deanston did this some time ago, but now others are proud to announce they are using pristine unused casks. (At the moment, I have before me Glenlivet First Fill 12 year old, price about $7 higher than its standard 12 year old, but not much difference in taste that I can tell.)
Second, a number of whiskies now conspicuously label themselves "single grain". I don't remember seeing any such before yesterday.
Yeah, single grain is cheaper to produce, but for many consumers the magic word 'Single' still means only one single grain when it really refers to a single distillery. But they can be enjoyed for what they are and are also a way for whisky drinkers to get an older bottle for less than the price of a single malt of similar vintage. Broadly speaking I've found most single grains to have far more in common with a Highland than something like an Islay, but with a robustness to their character(s).
There's a lot doing the rounds from what was once the biggest distillery in Scotland -
(https://i.postimg.cc/C5xtPCtm/41xw-Ud-ADu-GL.jpg)
[asin]B079TDVKDT[/asin]
And this is one I tasted most recently, but I can't find it on Amazon -
(https://i.postimg.cc/kX2k3c1b/port-dundas-18-year-old-single-grain-scotch-14.jpg)
Trivia: I had an apartment in the converted offices and headquarters of that distillery. It was about the width of a two lane road away and at all times the production of the whisky heavily flavoured the air of the surrounding area.
Anyway, I'm sure that Glenlivet is a pleasure and I hope you enjoy it.
Quote from: NikF4 on May 24, 2019, 06:20:52 PM
Yeah, single grain is cheaper to produce, but for many consumers the magic word 'Single' still means only one single grain when it really refers to a single distillery. But they can be enjoyed for what they are and are also a way for whisky drinkers to get an older bottle for less than the price of a single malt of similar vintage. Broadly speaking I've found most single grains to have far more in common with a Highland than something like an Islay, but with a robustness to their character(s).
There's a lot doing the rounds from what was once the biggest distillery in Scotland -
(https://i.postimg.cc/C5xtPCtm/41xw-Ud-ADu-GL.jpg)
[asin]B079TDVKDT[/asin]
And this is one I tasted most recently, but I can't find it on Amazon -
(https://i.postimg.cc/kX2k3c1b/port-dundas-18-year-old-single-grain-scotch-14.jpg)
Trivia: I had an apartment in the converted offices and headquarters of that distillery. It was about the width of a two lane road away and at all times the production of the whisky heavily flavoured the air of the surrounding area.
Anyway, I'm sure that Glenlivet is a pleasure and I hope you enjoy it.
Cheers! And good to see you around!
Quote from: JBS on May 24, 2019, 06:26:42 PM
Cheers! And good to see you around!
Thanks, good to see you too. And this is just a short visit after returning north for a concert last week. I meant to leave soon after, but a few days of enjoying an unplanned rest has been great.
I have found that Ocean Spray's Cranberry/Pomegranate drink is a great mixer with vodka. If it's not that with Tito's Vodka, then it's Frangelico straight, room-temp. Or Lagunitas IPA. These have been my quarentined-beverages of choice.
A very nice crowler of Maine King Titus Porter, 7.5% ABV while listening to Andrea von Kampen and then Kate Rusby.
At the risk derailing the alcoholic theme presently current here ( nothing against alcoholic beverages mind you, JD and l are frequent companions ), just now I'm enjoying the amazingly good coffee offered by my favorite coffee shop.
Floating,
LKB
I enjoy a beer, either Stella or Staropramen (not only good music comes out of Prague) mid afternoon and usually while logged into GMG - which would explain the odd inane comment! It has grown into a habit so to be put on a course of antibiotics (no alcohol) for a bad tooth was a bit of a blow. For the very first time I sampled non-alcohol beer which had interesting results. Two, one a larger, the other a beer, were truly horrible with an aftertaste that made me shudder, but hit on Heineken which is actually not bad and I was able to pretend I was drinking the real thing.
Quote from: Irons on October 14, 2020, 07:48:58 AM
I enjoy a beer, either Stella or Staropramen (not only good music comes out of Prague) mid afternoon and usually while logged into GMG - which would explain the odd inane comment!
My favorite Staropramen is the dark one.
(https://www.staropramen.com/-/media/staropramen/products/images/dark_ro.ashx)
My beer of choice is this Romanian one:
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I don't like beer during winter, though, so in two weeks time I'll probably quit drinking beer until next Spring.
Probably my new favorite beer of all time.
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It's a very traditional English style brown ale, a la Newcastle, but with a few added ghost chile peppers which gives it a somewhat spicy lingering aftertaste. Diabolically delicious!
By the way, my music collection is obscured by the can and glass, but above the glass people who have the "Complete Thelonious Monk Prestige Recordings" box set may be able to spot it...
Quote from: Florestan on October 14, 2020, 08:00:42 AM
My favorite Staropramen is the dark one.
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My beer of choice is this Romanian one:
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I don't like beer during winter, though, so in two weeks time I'll probably quit drinking beer until next Spring.
Unfortunately doubt if either available in my neck of the woods.
Surly Brewing's Damien, Child of Darkness Black IPA. 6.5 ABV. 16oz can. Tasty!
Quote from: stingo on October 15, 2020, 06:59:08 PM
Surly Brewing's Damien, Child of Darkness Black IPA. 6.5 ABV. 16oz can. Tasty!
6.5 ABV. As a late friend was fond of saying "That's falling over beer". :-[
Ricard! One part Ricard to five parts cold (!!) water, plus a four or five ice cubes. Very refreshing! Did I mention it should be COLD!!!???
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Boy, I've not been here in a long while, but still drinking plenty of wine - in COVID isolation, ordering from our local wine emporium (Total Wine) and also online deliveries from specific wineries on the West Coast and the Finger Lakes District of upstate New York. Don't have a recommendation but reading a book on James K. Polk (11th USA president) - Sam Houston's comment on Polk gave me a chortle (Karl's oft used expression) - :laugh: Dave
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Local dark beer - my favourite:
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Honouring aligreto's return
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Indigenous Romanian, red, semi-sweet, DOC, full mature.
Fetească Neagră translates (literally) as Girlish Black yet it's a wine for gentlemen.
Here's to you, Fergus, and to all GMGers!
Quote from: Florestan on October 14, 2020, 08:00:42 AM
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I don't like beer during winter, though, so in two weeks time I'll probably quit drinking beer until next Spring.
Wow, beautiful! One day I love to try it!
Quote from: vandermolen on September 26, 2021, 11:42:56 AM
Local dark beer - my favourite:
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Looks very interesting. Must be very good with the fish pie over there. I am envious. ;D
A fine beverage...
Club Colombia Roja.
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Quote from: Florestan on June 18, 2022, 10:04:49 AM
Honouring aligreto's return
(https://www.alfadrink.ro/imagini/produse/bd-feteasca-neagra-new.jpg)
Indigenous Romanian, red, semi-sweet, DOC, full mature.
Fetească Neagră translates (literally) as Girlish Black yet it's a wine for gentlemen.
Here's to you, Fergus, and to all GMGers!
Cheers, Andrei.
As we say in Irish, Sláinte [literally means Health; in this context meaning Good Health to You].
I am currently drinking une vielle vigne Française, a Carignan grape, which is exceedingly good. I have enjoyed the fruit of the Carignan grape for a number of years now. It is definitely worth investigating.
You may remember that I had spoken to you privately some time ago about a locally sourced Romanian Pinot Noir here in Dublin which I had acquired a taste for. Well I am pleased to inform you that it has now become a favourite with my daughter. No pressure whatsoever was applied. She simply sampled it and also enjoyed it. ;D
Quote from: aligreto on June 18, 2022, 02:28:51 PM
Cheers, Andrei.
As we say in Irish, Sláinte [literally means Health; in this context meaning Good Health to You].
I am currently drinking une vielle vigne Française, a Carignan grape, which is exceedingly good. I have enjoyed the fruit of the Carignan grape for a number of years now. It is definitely worth investigating.
You may remember that I had spoken to you privately some time ago about a locally sourced Romanian Pinot Noir here in Dublin which I had acquired a taste for. Well I am pleased to inform you that it has now become a favourite with my daughter. No pressure whatsoever was applied. She simply sampled it and also enjoyed it. ;D
I'm delighted to hear that, Fergus! There are some really good Pinot Noir vineyards in Romania.
Quote from: Florestan on June 18, 2022, 11:43:32 PM
I'm delighted to hear that, Fergus! There are some really good Pinot Noir vineyards in Romania.
Does Viile Timisului make any sense to you?
Quote from: aligreto on June 19, 2022, 07:43:13 AM
Does Viile Timisului make any sense to you?
Yes. You probably mean one of these two:
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This is the particular wine Andrei....
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And this is the blurb....
QuoteVineyards were first planted in Romania by the Romans so there is an ancient winemaking history here. Careful vineyard practices & modern wine making are at the heart of this wine. Wildflower is a forthrightly modern, fruit-driven Pinot Noir, raspberry, and strawberry notes, silky smooth with soft tannin and a refreshing finish.
Quote from: aligreto on June 19, 2022, 01:25:17 PM
This is the particular wine Andrei....
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And this is the blurb....
Thanks. I'll try it.
The blurb is not entirely correct. Long before the Roman conquest the Dacians had vineyards. According to Strabo, they were such heavy drinkers, especially because of the Dionysos cult, that one of their leaders ordered all vineyards to be destroyed and prohibited the plantation of new ones. :D
Quote from: Florestan on June 19, 2022, 11:33:06 PM
Thanks. I'll try it.
The blurb is not entirely correct. Long before the Roman conquest the Dacians had vineyards. According to Strabo, they were such heavy drinkers, especially because of the Dionysos cult, that one of their leaders ordered all vineyards to be destroyed and prohibited the plantation of new ones. :D
Very tough on those poor wine drinkers! ;D
Quote from: aligreto on June 22, 2022, 01:37:42 AM
Very tough on those poor wine drinkers! ;D
Indeed, l wonder how they drowned their sorrows...
Azteca Beer.
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Jim Bean Whiskey. ;)
Our brewery here in Woburn, Wonder of the North.
Trying again. Local brewery (this was last night, of course, not this morning.)
Red wine from my own vineyard. Here's to you, all fellow GMGers!
Enjoyed three pints of Harveys Best Bitter in the pub with my son yesterday.
Found a new favorite way to prepare coffee at home. The aeropress.
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It makes an espresso strength coffee, and when I want a coffee with more volume I make a double espresso add an equal amount of hot water after pressing. Result is very smooth and rich.
Quote from: Florestan on November 26, 2022, 12:51:28 PMRed wine from my own vineyard. Here's to you, all fellow GMGers!
Salud!
I'm also back to red wine ( not Florestan's, unfortunately ), for the foreseeable future. Two reasons:
1) My favorite whiskey is around $15 for a 750 ml bottle. The wine I prefer is $5 for the same volume, and has even won awards in competition.
2) My whiskey tolerance increased enough this year to concern me a bit.
Long years ago, l discovered " decadence on a budget ", which combines the following:
A) A hot bath
B) Wine and cheese
C) A favorite book
D) A partner ( optional )
That's my plan for tonight. 8)
Quote from: LKB on November 27, 2022, 07:16:01 AMSalud!
I'm also back to red wine ( not Florestan's, unfortunately ), for the foreseeable future. Two reasons:
1) My favorite whiskey is around $15 for a 750 ml bottle. The wine I prefer is $5 for the same volume, and has even won awards in competition.
2) My whiskey tolerance increased enough this year to concern me a bit.
Long years ago, l discovered " decadence on a budget ", which combines the following:
A) A hot bath
B) Wine and cheese
C) A favorite book
D) A partner ( optional )
That's my plan for tonight. 8)
I have a problem with whisky, when I drink in the evening (any other time you have a problem) I can't sleep. Which is annoying as it is the best alcoholic drink of all.
(https://bremerswineandliquor.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dubliner-irish-whiskey.png)
Celebrating my name day: Feast of St. Andrew (Sfântul Andrei), patron saint of Romania.
Quote from: Florestan on November 30, 2022, 01:08:03 AM(https://bremerswineandliquor.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dubliner-irish-whiskey.png)
Celebrating my name day: Feast of St. Andrew (Sfântul Andrei), patron saint of Romania.
Cheers, Andrei ! ;D
Quote from: Florestan on November 30, 2022, 03:28:21 AMÀ la tienne, Étienne Olivier! ;)
;D
I might indulge in a tipple later when France plays 0:)
Quote from: Papy Oli on November 30, 2022, 03:32:32 AM;D
I might indulge in a tipple later when France plays 0:)
I will have guests the whole afternoon so I will not be able to watch any match today but I have no doubt France will win.
Trying something new this week, and I think I like it.
By the pool drinking sugar-free Mai Tais (internet orgeat recipe w almond milk, almond extract and orange blossom water)
A friend regifted me a bottle of fermented citrus wine. I mix it with a really cheap plum liquor (I live in Japan), and add some generic 70 proof white alcohol, a shot of Canadian club and a splash of red wine. I mix it (and drink it) in a big fruit jar. It won't win any awards, but it's pleasant to drink and does the trick.
Quote from: Karl Henning on May 27, 2023, 08:54:16 AMTrying something new this week, and I think I like it.
Haven't tried that before. How have you been using it?
Quote from: BWV 1080 on May 27, 2023, 12:11:37 PMBy the pool drinking sugar-free Mai Tais (internet orgeat recipe w almond milk, almond extract and orange blossom water)
I'd be interested to see the recipe if you wouldn't mind?
Off to fix my morning coffee (with whole milk).
PD
About once a year I'll stop off at one of the larger liquor stores in Cookeville and ask if they have any Blanton's. Yesterday, they did, but the only way they'd sell a bottle was as part of a bundle, with two other "store picks". But the per bottle price was lower than the last time I bought some, so I went for it.
One of the store picks was a single barrel bourbon from Bob Dylan's brand, Heaven's Door. Apparently, the Bard of My Generation is something of a connoisseur of fine whiskeys, and his bottle was a nice sipping bourbon. ;)
(https://icdn.bottlenose.wine/images/full/658068.jpg?ar=1&fit=crop&crop=entropy)
Ron Viejo De Caldas (Old Rum of Caldas).
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Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on June 06, 2023, 01:30:02 AMHaven't tried that before. How have you been using it?
PD
With cereal, and in coffee or chocolate ovaltine, PD.
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on June 06, 2023, 01:30:02 AMHaven't tried that before. How have you been using it?
I'd be interested to see the recipe if you wouldn't mind?
Off to fix my morning coffee (with whole milk).
PD
1 pt orgeat (https://www.blossomtostem.net/quick-and-easy-orgeat/) - I skip the sugar
juice 1 lime then add part of the lime skin
1 pt orange liquor
2 pt light or amber rum
sweeten to taste (I use Splenda)
stir, add crushed ice then stir more
add sprig of mint (slap it a bit to bring out the oils) and a floater of dark rum
Quote from: San Antone on June 06, 2023, 04:30:06 AMAbout once a year I'll stop off at one of the larger liquor stores in Cookeville and ask if they have any Blanton's. Yesterday, they did, but the only way they'd sell a bottle was as part of a bundle, with two other "store picks". But the per bottle price was lower than the last time I bought some, so I went for it.
One of the store picks was a single barrel bourbon from Bob Dylan's brand, Heaven's Door. Apparently, the Bard of My Generation is something of a connoisseur of fine whiskeys, and his bottle was a nice sipping bourbon. ;)
(https://icdn.bottlenose.wine/images/full/658068.jpg?ar=1&fit=crop&crop=entropy)
Damn. I'm jealous. Hope it was as good as my imagination suggests.
Quote from: BWV 1080 on June 06, 2023, 11:15:39 AM1 pt orgeat (https://www.blossomtostem.net/quick-and-easy-orgeat/) - I skip the sugar
juice 1 lime then add part of the lime skin
1 pt orange liquor
2 pt light or amber rum
sweeten to taste (I use Splenda)
stir, add crushed ice then stir more
add sprig of mint (slap it a bit to bring out the oils) and a floater of dark rum
Thanks! Sounds interesting. I ended up tossing my Splenda some years ago as I decided that I'd rather use the real stuff vs. putting some chemical into my body which someone would probably say was proven to be bad for me some point in the future. ::) ;)
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on June 07, 2023, 03:57:06 AMThanks! Sounds interesting. I ended up tossing my Splenda some years ago as I decided that I'd rather use the real stuff vs. putting some chemical into my body which someone would probably say was proven to be bad for me some point in the future. ::) ;)
PD
Well, everything is a chemical, no? I did see the recent meta study of artificial sweeteners triggering insulin resistance like real sugar though
Agave nectar is another option
Quote from: BWV 1080 on June 07, 2023, 04:23:14 AMWell, everything is a chemical, no? I did see the recent meta study of artificial sweeteners triggering insulin resistance like real sugar though
Agave nectar is another option
I believe that I have some agave nector (though haven't used it yet). If I want a little bit of something sweet, I normally go for honey (like on fresh fruit/berries with Greek yogurt). Maple syrup is something that I also use (though rarely).
And, yes, ones body reacts to anything that you put into it--or don't. And I'm not anti-sweets (love good chocolate for instance). I try and not eat them that often or at least in small amounts when I do. :)
PD
We use Stevia, and consider it the best alternate to sugar.
Drinking decaf instead of normal coffee lately.
I do it because of health concerns to prevent eye degeneration. Watching at screens is a cause but in my case drinking coffee as well. One cup is ok, but with the second one in the afternoon I observe it's bad for my eyes.
Decaf coffee is a fine solution. When you get older and want to watch your health, it's a good option imo.
Quote from: Henk on September 24, 2023, 09:44:06 AMDrinking decaf instead of normal coffee lately.
I do it because of health concerns to prevent eye degeneration. Watching at screens is a cause but in my case drinking coffee as well. One cup is ok, but with the second one in the afternoon I observe it's bad for my eyes.
Decaf coffee is a fine solution. When you get older and want to watch your health, it's a good option imo.
How does caffeine effect ones eyes?
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on September 24, 2023, 11:31:19 AMHow does caffeine effect ones eyes?
PD
I don't know exactly. I speak of my experience, but of course I'm just an individual.
But I found this article, which seems objective and not too technical: https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2023/how-coffee-affects-your-eye-health.html (https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2023/how-coffee-affects-your-eye-health.html)
I have dry eyes and it seems get better when I consume
less caffeine.
Maybe I'm genetically predisposed to glaucoma.
Decafe is not caffein-free but the dose is much lower than normal coffee.
Quote from: Henk on September 24, 2023, 01:33:29 PMI don't know exactly. I speak of my experience, but of course I'm just an individual.
But I found this article, which seems objective and not too technical: https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2023/how-coffee-affects-your-eye-health.html (https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2023/how-coffee-affects-your-eye-health.html)
I have dry eyes and it seems get better when I consume less caffeine.
Maybe I'm genetically predisposed to glaucoma.
Decafe is not caffein-free but the dose is much lower than normal coffee.
Thanks for that link. It's quite interesting.
PD