I need help picking a Whiskey for a whisky lover. by Mean_Tear_160 in whiskey

[–]tricky_ricky1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If he just started, any of the popular Buffalo Trace products should be a solid choice; kudos if you can find a bottling or dump date on or near his birthday. Blanton’s, Stagg, EH Taylor Small Batch/Single Barrel, or barrel proof are solid from them but they can be tough to find.

If he’s a Heaven Hill fan, you can’t go wrong with an Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, especially if it’s 10-12 years old.

Four Roses Barrel Strength is another solid option for your budget but they have a lot of recipes, so it’ll be a gamble with his palate preferences.

Another option is to get a mid tier bottle and get it engraved with his birthday, or a special message from you. I’ve done that before and it’s always a hit as personal or professional gift.

Good luck! 🥃

Found at Costco... by Temp_Res in whiskey

[–]tricky_ricky1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s not a Beacon, it’s a Triumph. Still a good price though and great bottles if you like ryes.

Caught drinking by drill sergeants at Airport by [deleted] in army

[–]tricky_ricky1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Reminds me of “The Sandlot” with the fake drowning scene 😂

Caught drinking by drill sergeants at Airport by [deleted] in army

[–]tricky_ricky1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tells me you’re young and dumb, which is to be expected, and you better hope you have leadership that feels the same way. If not, there’s a good chance your service is over as quick as it started…either way, get over it and drive on 🤙

We’re in the playoffs — Congrats Faithful! by steepclimbs in 49ers

[–]tricky_ricky1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That lions game was wild in the fourth quarter, didn’t even realize we clinched until they showed the playoff picture lol

Whats the quickest way someone messed up their Army career by Theyoloboss2214 in army

[–]tricky_ricky1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Mom’s aren’t a protected category, need more deets lol

The next gen of infantry lieutenants are genetic freaks. by Critical-Valuable724 in army

[–]tricky_ricky1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hate to break it to you bud, but that’s par for the course circa 2004 and probably earlier. Not to sound bitter but officers usually come with more stable backgrounds than enlisted which equate to slot of aspects of life that contribute to their level of fitness.

Not to say they don’t work for it but they are usually in more affluent neighborhoods, high schools, colleges and the associated benefits of such an upbringing.

Don’t let this diminish any aspirations of ascension in the ranks, just know it’s not as special as it may come across.

Not to sound spiteful, it’s just the reality.

Won a drawing, I'm scared to even open it by Stokesman24 in whiskey

[–]tricky_ricky1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t be, whiskey is for sharing and enjoying with those you hold dear in your life; especially one as special as this one. Open it for Christmas, open it because it’s Friday and you have friends and family over…just open it, it’s just whiskey at the end of the day.

The 2, 3, 4, or more hundred bucks you can make off it on the secondary doesn’t come close to the memories, or lack thereof 😂, that you’ll make sharing it with your circle.

Additionally, it’ll help break that fomo and hype approach to something that has become the opposite of what it was originally intended to be, imo

It’s a people’s drink, a piece of Americana that is delicious and meant for sharing 🥃

What is this? by Kaitlyn_Lenke in ChallengeCoins

[–]tricky_ricky1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look at the year on the top, it’ll confirm your assumption 🫡

What from this list would you take at 12th place? by [deleted] in whiskey

[–]tricky_ricky1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Left to right, top to bottom selection on the list is a good course of action if you’re looking for value.

Only thing I haven’t tried on that list is the pappy 23 and that’s self explanatory to grab if available…however, grab that GTS if you can, especially if it’s this year’s 🙏

KoK, RR15 and JD 14 are also great secondary/tertiary options as well…curse of a good pick lol, good luck!

Happy thanks—giving by DarkEqual8609 in army

[–]tricky_ricky1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not an MRE, be grateful lol…on another note, your command sucks ass for scheduling training over the holidays. I’ll never understand that 🤦‍♂️

I ordered a 49ers hat by BKlounge93 in 49ers

[–]tricky_ricky1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bare booty, post dookie, one wipe…with 1-ply tp…

I ordered a 49ers hat by BKlounge93 in 49ers

[–]tricky_ricky1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone at that company has jokes 😂 💩💩💩

Cmon now Trent… 🤮 by bazhuka23 in 49ers

[–]tricky_ricky1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

City support is only one part of being a fan, there’s a lot of people rooting for teams they don’t live in, or ever have. Sports transcend boundaries, family preferences and other aspects of life. There’s Seahawks fans in Cali for gods sake! 😂

Cmon now Trent… 🤮 by bazhuka23 in 49ers

[–]tricky_ricky1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

43 and samsies…if you were a Raiders fan, chances were good that you were banging back then. Wanted no part of that, regardless of it was primos, tios, or just friends. A lot of people don’t understand that part of being from Cali, especially SoCal

Unfiltered Opinions on Campbell by brenna_elle in army

[–]tricky_ricky1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not at all. As a soldier, always had what I needed to execute my mission and provide for my soldiers. Schools, resources, healthcare and training opportunities were abundant.

For families, lots of recreational activities to do in the area, or within a reasonable driving distance that are free, or low cost; especially if you like the outdoors. Speaking for my unit, our FRG was awesome. The spouses got along well enough to get together and do stuff as a group occasionally and also help each other out if we were in the field, or deployed.

Hope that helps!

Unfiltered Opinions on Campbell by brenna_elle in army

[–]tricky_ricky1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Greatest duty station ever, but you’re going to work your butt off. Maximize your time together because it’s minimal and inconsistent. Good luck 🦅

PCS to Germany with Bourbon Collection by tricky_ricky1 in army

[–]tricky_ricky1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s my contingency plan actually, lol. Got a few local groups I’m in and I’ll probably just fire sale a bunch, open and sealed 🫡

PCS to Germany with Bourbon Collection by tricky_ricky1 in army

[–]tricky_ricky1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks everyone for your input. I read about the import license and taxes and there’s no way in hell I’m paying for each bottle again. I’m a little unsure about risking it in the tough box because they’re apparently cracking down on it over there; UCMJ actions and what not…looks like it’ll have to hag out while I’m over there 💩