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What bourbon or whiskey goes well with a cigar?
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hoagie55 Offline
#1 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 10:50 AM EST
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All,

I've read some posts and articles stating how good cigars go with bourbon or whiskey, but I am a novice when it comes to bourbon or whiskey. I've been wondering what brands go well with a hearty cigar. I love my cigars and am looking for a way to enhance my pleasure of them.

So, come all you bourbon and whiskey drinkers out there. Give me your humble opinions.

Thanks,
Matt
HarleyDave Offline
#2 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:02 AM EST
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For me, it has to be Makers Mark although Johnny Walker Black will do in a pinch
rasdas Offline
#3 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:04 AM EST
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Small-batch bourbons...

Knob Creek....
Booker's...

And the always reliable and mass produced...Wild Turkey...

RasDas

Joe
ej178 Offline
#4 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:07 AM EST
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Makers Mark is the way to go.
TinMan51 Offline
#5 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:08 AM EST
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The Older the Burbon the sweeter the Kiss....The Oldest stuff you can Find or Makers Mark...TinMan
BeatDragon Offline
#6 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:13 AM EST
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My fav is Blantons...

But it depends on the mood. Blantons is extremely smooth but If I want a little kick in the backside its Bookers. They both run about $50.00 a bottle here in CA.

For less $$$, you can't go wrong with Knob Creek or Makers Mark either.
wer Offline
#7 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:16 AM EST
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I'm partial to Knob Creek. I prefer Beam when hitting the mass produced whiskeys. The single malts from across the pond are also outstanding with a good smoke. I have a bottle of Glenlivet 18 yr that pairs beautifully.
Penguin13 Offline
#8 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:29 AM EST
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Jameson, Jameson, Jameson!! :) Very smooth. Unless you get your hands on the twelve year thats made in Dublin. That my friend, is one fine whiskey.

KC
JonR Offline
#9 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:47 AM EST
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Jack Daniels (Tennesse Whiskey) Single Barrel is the way to go. JonR
DrMaddVibe Offline
#10 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 11:54 AM EST
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mkraus47 Offline
#11 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 12:00 PM EST
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It was recomended to try the Glendranoch 15 year Sherry some time ago. I tried it and it is superb. This is by far the best bang for the buck I have tried for Scotch. MK
wer Offline
#12 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 12:12 PM EST
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DMV, I hear ya but then we all know that there is nothing new under the sun. Besides, here's a cut and paste from Rookie in response to Charlie (two of our esteemed Cbid vets) from one of the threads you list dating back to 2001:

"This is a Topic (Favorite Drink to go with a cigar) that has been posted probably three times in the last three months, but every time it's reintroduced, it receives a similar number of people responding... Obviously our tastes change and new drinks are added along with new members posting... It's a very popular post that I always enjoy reading over and over personally."
BMW Offline
#13 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 2:04 PM EST
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I like what ever is in my friends cabinet.

Barry
beansell Offline
#14 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 2:56 PM EST
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I have fallen in love with Glenmorangie 12 Yr. Portwood finished Scotch. I am a huge fan of both scotch and port and this superb whisky has a essence of port on the finish that magically combines with every cigar I have ever had it with - I especially enjoy it with a Perdomo 2.

In fact, now that I am thinking about it I am going to go get a glass (neat of course) and head outside for a relaxing evening with a P2 equacion.
BeatDragon Offline
#15 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 2:57 PM EST
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What Barry said!
Robby Offline
#16 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 3:02 PM EST
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Ditto beansell!! You beat me to the Dimple Pinch!! Scotch, definitely Scotch. Although I would never dabble with one so young... They need to be at least 18 for me and preferably 21 ;-)

I like, Glen Morangie, Glen Livit (sp) or The Balvinie port wood. Served neat with a splash of water to release the bouquet...
arwings Offline
#17 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 3:06 PM EST
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George Dickle. Neat. No mixer. No ice. Goes absolutely great with a full-bodied cigar. Am enjoying about three fingers in a whiskey glass right now with an Olivia "O" after getting away from a Hellish day at work (Mondays usually are!).
originalgoat Offline
#18 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 4:05 PM EST
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Lagavulin 16 year old single malt scotch!! neat of course.
divnmyk Offline
#19 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 6:25 PM EST
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My $0.02

Have to agree with the Bookers. Fine drink.

M
Go Stars! Offline
#20 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 7:10 PM EST
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New here...Hello all!

I've just recently tried Bushmill's (Irish whiskey). Pretty stiff drink, but not bad w/a stoge.

My fav? Remy Martin Congac...until I can afford the pricier stuff, heh.

Hurlock
limoric Offline
#21 Posted: Mon, Jul 21 2003, 8:57 PM EST
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Canadian Whisky, Gibbsons Finest 18 year. Sorry, I got super super Drunk on scotch when I was 17 and have not been able to drink the real stuff ever since. Just a smell takes me back. Doh!!! damn 17.

Taquilla!!!! no salt no lemon. Oh I guess that isn't whisky
apollo Offline
#22 Posted: Tue, Jul 22 2003, 2:53 AM EST
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i suggest you try a single malt scotch. try Dalmore.
beansell Offline
#23 Posted: Tue, Jul 22 2003, 2:56 AM EST
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Robby - I would normally agree that 12 years is quite young and rough around the edges for most scotch, but I bet you would be pleasantly suprised with the Glenmorangie 12yr. PWF I mentioned - it has little bite, but definately tastes like it has been aged 5 or more years longer than the bottle date.

Also, I would like to second Originalgoat's Lagavulin 16yr. suggestion - they don't get much better than this IMHO.

Another scotch I have recently tried that has a lot going for it is Highland Park 12yr. There is no way this is only 12 years...has not only awsome finish, but is smoother than most 18+ yr old scotches I have tried.
arwings Offline
#24 Posted: Tue, Jul 22 2003, 3:44 AM EST
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Go Stars!

Agree Bushmill's is a fine drink with most any cigar. Ever tried the Bushmill's Black. Even smoother. Goes down so easily I always want to be settled for the evening with my 'gars in easy reach with this stuff...
arwings Offline
#25 Posted: Tue, Jul 22 2003, 3:46 AM EST
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BTW welcome aboard. Think you will really enjoy it here. Great bunch of guys and you pick up on a lot of things to try by browsing the posts. Enjoy!
Go Stars! Offline
#26 Posted: Tue, Jul 22 2003, 7:45 PM EST
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Arwings, thanks buddy! Yeah, definitely looks like a bright and friendly place. Very laid back, knowledgeable Sages of the Leaf!

I'll try that Bushmill's Black, next time...
ajeroth Offline
#27 Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2003, 2:04 AM EST
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I drink Scothch,The Glennlivit when I smoke. Or I'll have a glass of red wine.
RZiems Offline
#28 Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2003, 2:35 PM EST
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My $.02

Maker's Mark, then Bushmills.

mrtelcom Offline
#29 Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2003, 2:37 PM EST
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Royal Salute and a sip of Drambuie when done.
rastusmcnair Offline
#30 Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2003, 3:27 PM EST
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I agree with the fellows that prefer a single malt scotch. But like cigars You have to try a few to find the ones that suit Your taste. Ruffled Grouse blended single malt is good and You won't go wrong with Glenfiddich in My opinion.
Robby Offline
#31 Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2003, 3:29 PM EST
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rastusmcnair, "blended single malt"? Is that like a tall short, thin fat, hairy bald, slim fat, man woman?
qmechanics Offline
#32 Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2003, 3:37 PM EST
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Woodford Reserve excellent Bourbon ,smooth great with a Cigar.
Q
arwings Offline
#33 Posted: Wed, Jul 23 2003, 5:09 PM EST
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Can't handle scotch although I would love to. Great selection. Unfortunately, got too drunk on it (Cutty Sark...I know...I know...cheap scotch, but I was a two-striper in the USAF...what else could I afford?) one time and ate salama with it. Worst hangover I've ever had and still remember it. Love the smokey taste though....
chibacity Offline
#34 Posted: Thu, Jul 24 2003, 6:44 PM EST
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LMAO @ Robby

I prefer a good single malt scotch. Preferably an Islay or Highland, Ardbeg and Highland Park being my favs right now.

Rob
ikonoklast7 Offline
#35 Posted: Thu, Jul 24 2003, 7:33 PM EST
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How do you drink your scotch, bourbon, etc. with your cigar?

Being a college student, the only way I know how to drink liquor is shots , lol.

And since I don't think a shot of the hard stuff would be very good or last through the whole cigar, exactly how do you drink it?
DrMaddVibe Offline
#36 Posted: Fri, Jul 25 2003, 2:32 AM EST
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Take a highball glass and pour 3-4 fingers high. Some add ice,some add water,and some even add ice and water. You're not drinking this to get plowed, think of it as "cleansing the pallette". Enjoy the drink and enjoy the cigar, if you're doin' it right...they'll finish at about the same time!
Penguin13 Offline
#37 Posted: Fri, Jul 25 2003, 3:25 AM EST
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Double of Jameson straight up :) With scotch I always add an ice cube or two.

KC
beansell Offline
#38 Posted: Fri, Jul 25 2003, 4:39 AM EST
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I personally like my scotch neat (or if it is young and has a lot of bite I add a couple teaspoons of water). I keep a glass of club soda on the side to refresh my palate from time to time.
rastusmcnair Offline
#39 Posted: Sat, Jul 26 2003, 4:03 PM EST
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Neat in a snifter. You can exhale some smoke into the glass and inhale it again.

And yes Robby. I'd never heard of a blended single malt until last Fall. At the Celtic Festival in Bethlehem Ruffled Grouse had a booth. The free samples were excellent until they cut Me off!
Tobasco Offline
#40 Posted: Sun, Jul 27 2003, 7:44 PM EST
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I'm with JonR...Jack Daniel's Single Barrel...smooooth stuff...about $40 750ml bottle... :>)

Mag
ND88 Offline
#41 Posted: Mon, Jul 28 2003, 10:05 AM EST
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Old Charter propietors reserve 13 yr bourbon, Weller 12yr Bourbon, Eagle Rare 10yr, Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit, Wild Turkey Rare Breed, Rip Van Winkle 15 yr,Wild Turkey 12yr...Scotch: Glendronach 15yr Sherry Wood, Mcallan 18yr(too expensive though at 90 beans plus the Glendronach Rocks).

The Bourbons above are some of the best whiskey around and all are 40 bucks and under...the Eagle Rare is 20 bucks and the weller 12yr is around 23 bucks...two outstanding deals.
johnfs Offline
#42 Posted: Mon, Jul 28 2003, 11:48 AM EST
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Burbon not my thing. But a couple a few fingers of Talisker, or Oban, forget the rocks, they just get in the way. When I run out of that I go with martinis Lukosawua(sp?) polish vodka made in the same factory as Copin but 1/2 the price, triple distiled potato yum. J
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