The universe finally conspired to place me, $23, and a
bottle of Wild Turkey 101-proof Rye in the same store.

Got it home, uncorked it, dropped in an ice cube, swirled
for a bit (have to get that alcohol content down below 35%,
ya know), and baby, this is the shiznit. For Ryes.

I like rye. It's the original American whiskey. It's a lot
like Irish whiskeys (which are mostly rye-based, natch). It
won't supplant your nicer bourbons or scotches, but it fits a
middle ground between sweetness and peatiness that sometimes
comprises exactly what you want.

I've been drinking Jim Beam rye for over a decade, and
sometimes it takes a steely resolve. I liken its bouquet
to that of a working automotive garage.

But this Wild Turkey is gorgeous.

--Blair
"Don't go demand-pressuring the
price up on me, now."

On 2003-12-06, Blair P Houghton wrote:

But this Wild Turkey is gorgeous.


Wild Turkey is one of the great American bourbons. It blows those
other premium bourbons (Knob Creek, Basil Hayden, etc) out of the
water. Single-barrel WT (Rare Breed) is my favorite of all whiskeys.
I haven't tried the rye yet, but recall a website that gave it
surprisingly high marks. Maybe I'll try a bottle for Xmas.

nb

For me, it's Chivas Regal Scottish Whiskey.

;-)

These bourbons are aged in french oak which have been charred. This
imparts the smoky vanilla flavors that these premium bourbons have.

However, Knob Creek, et cetera, have nothing to envy.

I had the pleasure of visiting Makers Mark in Kentucky; it's good, but
not up to par with the premium ones.

I don't recall Makers Mark having a "premium" brand, and always wondered
why they don't produce one.

Cigar Aficionado had an excellent review on bourbons years ago.

Richard

notbob wrote:
On 2003-12-06, Blair P Houghton wrote:

But this Wild Turkey is gorgeous.



Wild Turkey is one of the great American bourbons. It blows those
other premium bourbons (Knob Creek, Basil Hayden, etc) out of the
water. Single-barrel WT (Rare Breed) is my favorite of all whiskeys.
I haven't tried the rye yet, but recall a website that gave it
surprisingly high marks. Maybe I'll try a bottle for Xmas.

nb

notbob wrote:
Wild Turkey is one of the great American bourbons. It blows those
other premium bourbons (Knob Creek, Basil Hayden, etc) out of the
water.

I think Knob Creek is much better than Wild Turkey. It has a much more
mellow taste given the proof. But this is coming from a guy whose
favorite drink is Jack Daniels. I'm more into whiskey than bourbon.

--
John Gaughan
http://www.johngaughan.net/

"Richard Periut" wrote in message
...
: These bourbons are aged in french oak which have been charred.
This
: imparts the smoky vanilla flavors that these premium bourbons
have.
:
: However, Knob Creek, et cetera, have nothing to envy.
:
: I had the pleasure of visiting Makers Mark in Kentucky; it's
good, but
: not up to par with the premium ones.
:
: I don't recall Makers Mark having a "premium" brand, and always
wondered
: why they don't produce one.
:
: Cigar Aficionado had an excellent review on bourbons years ago.
:
: Richard
:===========

That's interesting, about Maker's Mark. I feel just the
opposite. Of course, that's why we each have different tastes
and why there are lots of distilleries... LOL

I actually was introduced to Maker's Mark years ago (back in my
Service days) and then, several years later I dated a fellow
whose family lived in that neck of the woods. I was amazed at
how personable and friendly everyone at Maker's Mark was. Great
tour.

Now, even though I know they're different, my comment to people
trying M.M. for the first time is: If you *like* Jack Daniel's,
you'll *love* Maker's Mark. To me, YMMV, M.M. is a lot smoother
than both Jack D. and Wild Turkey. Before M.M., I was more of a
Chivas Girl... now it's pretty much just a glass of red wine or
an occasional glass of scotch with a little milk... old age, ya
know, I need my calcium. G

--
Cyndi
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On 2003-12-06, Richard Periut wrote:

Cigar Aficionado had an excellent review on bourbons years ago.

Here you go:

http://www.straightbourbon.com/tasting/tasting0001.html

I made a mistake when I said I like Rare Breed (the author's favorite,
also). I meant WT Kentucky Spirit. Rare Breed is a blend. Kentucky
Spirit is single-barrel.

nb

Blair P. Houghton wrote:

The universe finally conspired to place me, $23, and a
bottle of Wild Turkey 101-proof Rye in the same store.


For me it's all about the Bacarcar... mixed with a little Coke of course...

~john!


--
Say hello to the rug's topography...It holds quite a lot of interest
with your face down on it...

On 2003-12-06, Rick & Cyndi wrote:

I actually was introduced to Maker's Mark years ago (back in my

Me too. I abandoned JD for tequila and never looked back. Years
later I tried to figure out what I ever saw in JD. Horrible stuff.
Much later, someone turned me on to MM, a brand I'd never heard of.
Bingo!

you'll *love* Maker's Mark.

Excellent stuff, no doubt.

M.M. is a lot smoother
than both Jack D. and Wild Turkey.

Give WT Kentucky Spirit a try. Every bit as smooth as MM, and more
character. It's pricey, about $50 per bottle, but oh man! The Scot's
got nothing on good American whiskey.

nb

"Blair P. Houghton" wrote in message
...
The universe finally conspired to place me, $23, and a
bottle of Wild Turkey 101-proof Rye in the same store.

Got it home, uncorked it, dropped in an ice cube, swirled
for a bit (have to get that alcohol content down below 35%,
ya know), and baby, this is the shiznit. For Ryes.

I like rye. It's the original American whiskey. It's a lot
like Irish whiskeys (which are mostly rye-based, natch). It
won't supplant your nicer bourbons or scotches, but it fits a
middle ground between sweetness and peatiness that sometimes
comprises exactly what you want.

I've been drinking Jim Beam rye for over a decade, and
sometimes it takes a steely resolve. I liken its bouquet
to that of a working automotive garage.

But this Wild Turkey is gorgeous.

I live in Los Angeles and there are very few stores around here that carry
any brand of rye whiskey. For me, Old Overholt is the rye of choice.

"Blair P. Houghton" wrote:

The universe finally conspired to place me, $23, and a
bottle of Wild Turkey 101-proof Rye in the same store.

Isn't Wild Turkey a Bourbon whiskey?
http://www.missionliquors.com/bourbon/wild-turkey.html

Dave Smith wrote:

"Blair P. Houghton" wrote:

The universe finally conspired to place me, $23, and a
bottle of Wild Turkey 101-proof Rye in the same store.

Isn't Wild Turkey a Bourbon whiskey?
http://www.missionliquors.com/bourbon/wild-turkey.html

Don't drink that much whiskey (wife discourages it, says I get too
ornery when I do) so I'm no expert, but as I understand it...

Bourbon whiskey must be made from at least 51% corn but can include
other grains, such as wheat and rye, for flavor. Rye whiskey must
be made from at least 51% rye. Wild Turkey is a Bourbon whiskey
made with a significant amount of rye for flavor, but it is not
a Rye whiskey.

On 2003-12-06, Rich McCormack wrote:

Bourbon whiskey must be made from at least 51% corn but can include
other grains, such as wheat and rye, for flavor. Rye whiskey must
be made from at least 51% rye. Wild Turkey is a Bourbon whiskey
made with a significant amount of rye for flavor, but it is not
a Rye whiskey.

Oh, and you were doing so good. Oh well, 3 outta 4 ain't bad.
Wild Turkey Rye ...green neck seal.

http://www.wildturkeybourbon.com/flock/us.htm

nb

notbob wrote:

On 2003-12-06, Rich McCormack wrote:

Bourbon whiskey must be made from at least 51% corn but can include
other grains, such as wheat and rye, for flavor. Rye whiskey must
be made from at least 51% rye. Wild Turkey is a Bourbon whiskey
made with a significant amount of rye for flavor, but it is not
a Rye whiskey.

Oh, and you were doing so good. Oh well, 3 outta 4 ain't bad.
Wild Turkey Rye ...green neck seal.

Don't recall ever seeing Wild Turkey Rye back when I occasionally
took a nip of whiskey now and then. As I mentioned, I'm no expert
on whiskey, as my wife discourages it. I remember when her father
(who also was known to take a nip or few of whiskey now and then)
died many years ago, my brother-in-law and I thought it appropriate
to buy a flask of Wild Turkey and tuck it into in his jacket before
they closed the lid and buried him. Years later, I mentioned this
to one of his relatives. He said except for our choice of whiskey,
it was a nice gesture. Apparently Joe didn't like Bourbon much
and preferred Canadian whiskey, which I think is mostly made from
rye...but then what do I know. :-)

"John Gaughan" wrote in message
...
notbob wrote:
Wild Turkey is one of the great American bourbons. It blows those
other premium bourbons (Knob Creek, Basil Hayden, etc) out of the
water.

I think Knob Creek is much better than Wild Turkey. It has a much more
mellow taste given the proof. But this is coming from a guy whose
favorite drink is Jack Daniels. I'm more into whiskey than bourbon.


What do you all think of Jameson?