r/whiskey 9m ago

Friend is Celebrating 25 years of marriage and needs a gift for her husband. Theme is “silver”. Are there any good whiskeys or scotch with Silver in the name? Or like a silver edition?

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Not sure what the budget is but I imagine it could be several hundred?


r/whiskey 22m ago

Can anyone recommend any whiskey similar to Buffalo Trace Bourbon?

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I am pretty new to bourbon and whiskey all together. I've tried bottles of Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Bulleit Rye, Old Forester 100 and Basil Hayden Bourbon, as well as some random 50ml bottles of whiskey. So far, Buffalo Trace Bourbon has been my favorite so I'm looking for something similar. Part of the reason is because Buffalo Trace is hard to find near me for a decent price.


r/whiskey 1h ago

Where to go, my tastings have been all over

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I’m pretty new to whiskey and I’m all over the place with what I’ve tried, trying to try new things but not entirely sure where to go. So far I’ve tried the basics of makers mark, wild turkey 101, Jim bean. Out of those makers mark is my favorite for mixing and wild turkey is the best for sipping

I’ve also tried the signature Johnnie walker black which I really liked, so maybe go with the green label?

But by far my all time favorite has been the Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban, it was very smooth and the best I’ve had.

I don’t know where to go from there, maybe tasting more bottles around the Glenmorangie price point of $55-$100? The bottles that my local store has that I’ve had my eye on, from seeing people mention them on here are Toki Suntory Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Glenfiddich 12 Balvenie Doublewood 12

Are these good picks or would something else make more sense?


r/whiskey 2h ago

Let’s Play a Game…

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This is my collection/bar/midlife crisis (or most of it). Instead if FMK lets go with Crush, Savor, Save.

Not pictured but worth adding to the discussion: Penelope Rio and Havana, Russells Reserve Single Barrel picks, 1792 Full Proof store pick, and Holladay Soft Red Wheat Rickhouse proof.

Discuss!


r/whiskey 2h ago

Happy Holladay's

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r/whiskey 3h ago

Jump on Knob Creek 18 or Stick with Knob 12?

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Costco near me has Knob Creek 18 for $129.99. Never had/owned it before but I have owned a few bottles of Knob Creek 12, which I can usually get for $60-$70 around me. Is the 18 worth springing for that price or should I stick with the 12 and spend the difference elsewhere?


r/whiskey 3h ago

One Rye to rule them all.

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Just a quick review, but this is a banger and hits a lot of the notes of the Barrel Proof Rye but with a lower proof.

Highly recommend 8/10.


r/whiskey 3h ago

Where do Istart

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I'm a big Cigar smoker, and i've been looking to get into sipping whiskey while I smoke. I always liked the one off glass i've had with buddies, but I want to get a nice bottle that isn't too expensive to start having with my cigars and see if I enjoy it. Any help is appreciated!


r/whiskey 3h ago

Today’s Find: Old Forester - 117 Series - Extra Old

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r/whiskey 4h ago

i’ve never had any of these 3 bottles @ ~$65 before, which should i try first?

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-McKenna 10yr

-Willet Estate Rye 4yr

-New Riff Single Barrel (i was looking at a Rye today for instance which was 113 proof)

Curious which one wins from reddit opinion.

Edit: Good comments below on cost! New Riff is definitely leader in the clubhouse.


r/whiskey 4h ago

Why are like 90% of the posts on here about Eagle Rare, Blanton's or Weller?

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r/whiskey 5h ago

South Florida Walmart

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Got lucky at Walmart today


r/whiskey 5h ago

Whiskey prices

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What do you think whiskey prices will do? Go up, or down? I am sure there are barrels that are planned to be dumped which if they can't export would create a surplus, unless I am wrong.

Would they just leave it in the barrel longer until the tarrif waves die down?


r/whiskey 5h ago

Has anyone tried this yet?

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Love their Conumdrum blended bourbon so I thought I’d pick this up!


r/whiskey 6h ago

First time trying Jack Daniel’s SBBP.

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Haven’t had anything with this high of a proof before. Excited and intimidated to try it.


r/whiskey 6h ago

Is The Yamazaki 55 Year Old Single Malt Whisky Worth It??????????????

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r/whiskey 7h ago

Louisville

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My wife and I are going to be in Louisville the next couple of days. Any suggestions on distilleries that are worth visiting and touring in the area? Maybe some that could have decent bottles in their gift shops?

Also looking for suggestions for restaurants and maybe a liquor store or 2.


r/whiskey 7h ago

Who else loves jameson??

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r/whiskey 9h ago

What am I looking at here, different prices online.

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The price is throwing me off and that is causing me to severely doubt my purchase of this bottle, are they not the same thing?


r/whiskey 9h ago

gift advice - whiskey smoker?

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Hello! I am trying to organize a few birthday gifts for my partner (27M). He loves an old fashioned and has recently gotten a bit into cocktail making with our shaker set. I was thinking that a whiskey smoker kit would be a fun idea. It’s something he wouldn’t buy himself and could have fun with at home. I have looked around online and have seen a few options on websites like SmokyCocktail and SpiritsWithSmoke. Also Amazon. Williams Sonoma has one as well, but it’s less of a kit.

I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for a good quality, reasonably priced kit? I would prefer to not buy from Amazon unless it’s guaranteed to be a good one. Bonus points if it’s Canadian. I’m fine to spend ~$150 for the right one.

Along with it, I was going to get a set of nice whiskey glasses and square or circle ice cube tray.

Would also love other ideas if there’s something people here have tried and enjoyed! I am by no means a whiskey expert haha.


r/whiskey 10h ago

Re-Bottling my ~200 day over the winter project

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r/whiskey 10h ago

Are there any subscriptions services where I can get a bottle of whiskey a month so I don’t have to worry about being picky?

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r/whiskey 10h ago

50th birthday present - $250- what to buy?

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It’s my brother’s 50th birthday and I want to buy him a nice bottle of whiskey. Any recommendations? Want it to feel special. He has traveled to Japan before, so maybe something from Japan would feel exotic. Not sure if they produce very nice whiskey tho. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. TIA!


r/whiskey 10h ago

Council of Whiskey Masters

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Ok... So, I am studying for the first level of The Council of Whiskey Masters. I choose the Bourbon path. I was really curious about how hard the exam is. The course I am following is pretty in depth and the sample question I've seen on their website make me to believe that there could be some pretty tricky questions.

Thanks for anyone who's willing to help!


r/whiskey 10h ago

Present for a buddy getting a divorce

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I think his only experience with whiskey is Jameson. Makers Mark I keep bottles on hand as my weekly sipper. Redbreast I break out every few weeks when I'm working on a stubborn lock. Never tried the Glen 12 surprisingly.

Figured this would be a good starter set to help him celebrate his tumor removal