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Huntsman · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by Piobaire

Btw, the Aviation I make tastes exactly like the one I had at the VTR. I was so proud

Will try manhattan with VTR bitters this week.
Nice. Yeah, I use their bitters in everything. Even my Alexanders. Planning to hit CLE in June, I think. I need a fix. ~ H

bbaquiran · Apr 19, 2010

Bought a bottle of Mccallan 12 last weekend (first time buying scotch for myself), and I'm enjoying a dram now.
I'm not entirely sure how I should store it though. Temperature's been hovering around 30C/85F. Should I be keeping the bottle in the fridge?

ama · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by bbaquiran

Bought a bottle of Mccallan 12 last weekend (first time buying scotch for myself), and I'm enjoying a dram now.
I'm not entirely sure how I should store it though. Temperature's been hovering around 30C/85F. Should I be keeping the bottle in the fridge?

Is your house that warm? A cool dark closet/cabinet/corner is better than the fridge.

Listi · Apr 19, 2010

I had a bottle of Weihenstephaner Dunkelweiss, and then switched it up for something a little more summery...

Had a caesar on my lawn w/roommate

so refreshing.

3oz vodka (absolut)
Ice
1oz tabasco (I like it spicy)
2 dashes worchestershire
salt, pepper
Fill glass with clamato
Wedge of lemon
Stick of celery

Feeling so relaxed after I just finished my last essay of the term.

IUtoSLU · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by Aaron01

Vieux Carre

Nice. What rye and brandy did you use, out of curiosity?

Piobaire · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by Huntsman

Nice.

Yeah, I use their bitters in everything. Even my Alexanders.

Planning to hit CLE in June, I think. I need a fix.

~ H

If I ever do the Cleve again, I think I'll stay at the Ritz Carlton there in Tower City. Can walk to 4th from there.

Man, had braised pork bellies on my mind ever since Light Bistro. Will make some later this week.

Tonight, will be drinking a Burg to be named later, and I think I need to make a manhattan with VTR bitters.

Aaron01 · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by IUtoSLU

Nice. What rye and brandy did you use, out of curiosity?

It was basically an all cheapo Vieux Carre. I used some E&J and Michter's Rye in it as I didn't feel like using any of my nicer stuff, especially since it was my first attempt. I should have used more bitters, only used 1 dash each of angostura and peychaud. Although, I think a more flavorful brandy would have really helped the drink, there's always next time

Do you have any prefered brandys?

Johnny_5 · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by JohnGalt

2002 Perrier-Jouet Fleur de Champagne Rose

Nice, special occasion?

Right now I'm drinking a glass of '04 Fire Block Old Vine Grenache. Out of the six bottles I purchased, this was the only one that wasnt cooked.

Piobaire · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by Johnny_5

Nice, special occasion?

Right now I'm drinking a glass of '04 Fire Block Old Vine Grenache. Out of the six bottles I purchased, this was the only one that wasnt cooked.

Great news that at least this one is good!

Johnny_5 · Apr 19, 2010

Have you tried the '05 Pio? After following the wine thread it seems like you have actively steered of Australia for awhile.

Piobaire · Apr 19, 2010

Originally Posted by Johnny_5

Have you tried the '05 Pio? After following the wine thread it seems like you have actively steered of Australia for awhile.

I haven't tried the 05. I just checked my Cellar Tracker reports and it doesn't look like I've drank one nor do I have one in stock.

We had a Betts and Scholl just the other day. Not staying clear of Oz wines. Don't forget, last two weeks I've been traveling.

gnatty8 · Apr 19, 2010

George T Stagg, first half ounce neat, last ounce and a half, with a splash of water. Still one of the best bourbons available IMO.

Johnny_5 · Apr 19, 2010

I hear ya. My local shop has pleny of 05s in stock so I think I'll pick one up for the weekend. Will report back.

Aaron01 · Apr 19, 2010

New Belgium 1554 Enlightened Black Ale

Piobaire · Apr 20, 2010

A really delicious manhattan.

3 oz CC Sherry Cask Aged
1.5 oz Vya Sweet Vermouth
.25 oz Luxardo Liquor

Several drops of Velvet Tango Room bitters.

Shake.

Pour.

Damn.

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