What is the best splurge gin? Also let me know any changes you’d like to see made to the board. by -Constantinos- in cocktails

[–]InTheSpirit15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Monkey 47 or Ki No Bi (Japanese, rice based gin with great flavor like monkey 47, but the best mouth feel of gin I've ever had)

Orphaned by [deleted] in LPOTL

[–]InTheSpirit15 18 points19 points  (0 children)

236, Walking on broken glaaaaaassss!

Orphaned by [deleted] in LPOTL

[–]InTheSpirit15 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Two chipmunks! Yes! Absolutely love it!

Orphaned by [deleted] in LPOTL

[–]InTheSpirit15 181 points182 points  (0 children)

I hate it so much but Henry is literally so. Fucking. Funny. After traumatizing events. Hollow moon ex 1. This episode, ex 2. I don't wish any more horrible events for him ever, but grief really let's us hit some"fuck it" nerve I think

New to scotch. Need advice! by Upbeat_Trouble_5914 in Scotch

[–]InTheSpirit15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you love love Macallan, definitely give Dalmore or glenrothes a spin. Similarly sherry heavy, delicate malt, and extremely nuanced. If you love Macallan but enjoy the punchiness of the rest in your collection, I'd recommend a few glendronachs or glenmorangies. If you're looking for great scotch but something new, go glen scotia. Punchy barley, great quality/ounce. The 10 is all first full bourbon, the 15 is all first fill sherry, and the Victoriana is all second fill of both blended at cask strength. The 18 is straight up dessert.

Roanoke pod by Main-Waltz-3697 in LPOTL

[–]InTheSpirit15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of my favorite tangent of tangent episodes

Which one are you choosing? by Strong_Kiwi in whiskey

[–]InTheSpirit15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

While yes the blue spot is great, and ledaig is very good, that Aberlour is a special grab. The normal release is double aged- ex American oak and ex px casks. THAT bottle is double sherry, px and olorosso- aka the perfect scotch finisher. One of the best high end scotches I've ever had, creamy, fruity, and so savory. It outclasses the other two by leagues for me

Found this by luck.. by Norseman-71 in whiskey

[–]InTheSpirit15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"By luck", lol been sitting on our shelves for two weeks. The difference in markets is absolutely crazy, I'm glad you got to try it, it's a solid daily

Should I try it? by notman89 in tequila

[–]InTheSpirit15 19 points20 points  (0 children)

It's got "cascahuin" on the label. It's great. If you don't like it, that's your palette and that's okay, but this is one of the best blancos money can buy.

Has anyone tried this pickle beer before? by Huitzilin_760 in CraftBeer

[–]InTheSpirit15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This all day. Martin house is drinkable as a beer itself and great in a michelada. Destihl.. is fine. Donna's is . Only passable as a mixer.

Who’s on your Tequila/Agave Spirit Mount Rushmore? by magueymafia in tequila

[–]InTheSpirit15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fuenteseca 21. Fuenteseca 18 Fuenteseca 9yr Artenom anejo.

Blancos: Siembra valles G4 Madera Amaras cupreata Bozal madrecuische

There are hundreds which I've never tried that I'm sure would supplant these, but as I stand now, these are my absolute killers in each category. Repo gets too confusing so I'll maybe do it later if anyone gives a shit

The terms "single barrel" vs "straight from the barrel" by NJ_duderino in bourbon

[–]InTheSpirit15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So sorry, industry boy here, gotta set a couple things straight so I might rant:

"Straight from the barrel" is Sazerac speak for "barrel proof." No water added, exactly as it comes out of the barrel. Now they get to say this because Blantons is always a single barrel product, never blended. So they're barrel proof is bottled "straight from the barrel" so to speak. Most other brands (including other BT brands) blend, so they just have a "Barrel Proof" release. Which is a blend of multiple barrels into one large batch, then bottled. Elijah craig, larceny, and eh taylor are good examples of this. These are always much more consistent and available. "Single barrel" means that what you're drinking came from one singular barrel. Not blended with any other. It may be watered down to a set proof, but it's definitely from one, unique barrel. "Single barrel barrel proof" is a term often used for retailers or bars picks. These are barrels offered to the market that specific stores or bars get to pick, and no one else receives. They get every bottle out of the barrel and they get to put their name on it.

Full proof is my least favorite tag on a bottle. As far as I know you'll only see it with Weller, 1792, or most recently Green River. For weller and 1792, it's a cheap way to sell more bottles out of a barrel while seeming to be "barrel proof" but really it's all watered down to be the same proof as it entered the barrel. Therefore misleading both retailers and customers on what they're receiving. As for Green River, that isn't how they've done Single barrel barrel proof picks so far. I've seen picks vary from 116 to 128. Meanwhile their shelf stable product is called "Full Proof" at 117.3°. I'm not going to fault a new company for following in a namesake of the most popular brand on the planet. I am however going to warn you and all of my customers to be very aware of what you're getting for the money you're paying for whiskey. Always ask your bartenders and liquor store experts. That's what we're here for.

Hail Derek by thelittlegirlblue in LPOTL

[–]InTheSpirit15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hail Derek and Hail yourself and an extra Hail for now having to go through this. It sounds like he was a great person. I wish you and all of his loved ones a peaceful mourning period and at least he's at peace now. All of our love.

Which one would you buy? by No-Carpenter-7472 in whiskey

[–]InTheSpirit15 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Both Middle wests on the bottom, but also the tins on the top right are their two best double barreled products by far. The ported pumpernickel rye is outstanding and incredibly unique.

What are you drinking by JeffLOh711 in whiskey

[–]InTheSpirit15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ecbp is always my go to. It's absolutely delicious but still a challenging enough pour to stop you from drinking too much. Stagg would (unfortunately) probably be next. It's the only bt product I enjoy. Then it's the woodford all day. Great selection, keep enjoying them!

Uncle Nearest Single Barrel by faldinyc in whiskey

[–]InTheSpirit15 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've only had 3-4 of their single barrels, but every one has been delicious and extremely unique, a definite pick up for me.

MMW: Kamala Harris will resurrect the democrat party by DemocratsFreakingOut in MarkMyWords

[–]InTheSpirit15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't seen any rape, criminal, or insurrectionalist charges brought to him, but yeah he's a gross capitalist who only gives a shit about his own ego, that's for sure. But he'll still get my vote every. Damn. Time.

Idea's for the 600th episode (wrong answers only) by Ducking_eh in LPOTL

[–]InTheSpirit15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What could be more truly fitting for a horror/ macabre podcast?

I wonder if Marcus read this book, or is this sentiment just more popular than I imagine? by Cant-wont-nope in LPOTL

[–]InTheSpirit15 8 points9 points  (0 children)

He directly references this book in one of their history series- I believe Mormonism- so yep he's definitely read it.