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john70t 09-26-2019 05:07 PM

Had my first adult martini and dirty martini last week.
It was ok.
James Bond thing but whatever.

Having a little sampler bottle of Absinthe with water tonight as another first.
Tastes like straight Ouzo actually.
Nothing unusual. I can't understand the hype.

Actually.....waitaminute guys..
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1569545918.jpg

id10t 09-26-2019 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by sc_rufctr (Post 10605509)
Ah the Irish, God love them.... lol :D

Have to admit that watching "Irish people try..." is one of my small guilty pleasures. The same core group of people have done this across a few different youtube channels, not sure of reasons behind the changes.

tevake 09-28-2019 03:42 AM

That Irish People video was a hoot to watch.

The Southern European folks seem to appreciate really distinctive flavored liquors, the one that I found I like is limoncello. Small orchards of limon are dotted all over the Amalfi hills. That and hot summer weather really set the stage to enjoy an icy cold limoncello.

Cheers Richard

Aerkuld 11-15-2019 03:44 PM

I've recently bought a bottle of Absinthe following a visit to St George distillery up the road in Alameda. I'm a serious Scotch drinker, and while this is no substitute I have to say this stuff is awesome. Admittedly, I'm also a fan of black liquorice which I think would be compulsory if you want to enjoy Absinthe. Bottled at 120 proof, but I don't mess around with sugar cubes. Just half an ice cube dropped in a one to two-ounce pour. A whopping hit of fiery liquorice, but lovely subtle herbal notes too.

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St. George Spirits :: St. George Absinthe Verte

It's never going to replace whisky, but it makes an interesting alternative now and again. If you're looking to try some I would HIGHLY recommend St George's stuff at about $60 a 750ml bottle, or a 200ml bottle for just over $20 if you're not too sure.

legion 11-15-2019 05:02 PM

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flatbutt 11-15-2019 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by sc_rufctr (Post 10605537)
Speaking of Absinthe...

Have you guys ever tried Ouzo? ... Meh :(

I had a gf once that liked Ouzo. Me too as it caused her to develop a...mmmmm…..how shall I say.....an oral fixation? :D

mattdavis11 11-15-2019 06:42 PM

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plexiform 11-15-2019 07:59 PM

Never tried the drink but loved the show in Vegas.


https://spiegelworld.com/absinthe/

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FastFrog 11-16-2019 01:46 AM

Belgium
 
I found a bar in Belgium that has an overwhelming selection.http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1573901025.jpg

javadog 11-16-2019 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Tobra (Post 10604317)
That first Irish lass is adorable

Why yes, yes she is. Shannon Keenan is her name.

ckelly78z 11-16-2019 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by id10t (Post 10603690)
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"So maybe absinthe is for people with self loathing" ! AGREED

KFC911 11-16-2019 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by john70t (Post 10605659)
...
Tastes like straight Ouzo actually.
Nothing unusual. I can't understand the hype.

Actually.....waitaminute guys..
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1569545918.jpg

That pic made me LOL :)!

Is Ouzo the dusty bottle of "stuff" that sits on the counter in real places in "the city"...that rubes decide to try?

Once ;)...


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