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CaptainUnbannable · Jun 29, 2006, 11:42 AM

Self explanatory.

I'm getting into the dark and golden rums myself. Vodka is just sorta harsh, gin ... I can't do much gin, lighter rums just seem to syrupy,...

anyway, will probably try to start a rum collection after I deplete my remaining bar.

Gossamer · Jun 29, 2006, 11:45 AM

Well, I'm not 21 yet so I haven't ever had alcohal. I suppose when I am next summer the most I'll have is the occasional imported beer with my roommates, they really like the stuff.

hadocon · Jun 29, 2006, 11:47 AM

I'm getting into whisky - can't beleive it, but I am. I have a good friend from S Carolina. He insists that I drink Jim Beam on Clemson Game Days ;-). I get pretty drunk off it.

Other than that I like water. No sodas 4 me.

CaptainUnbannable · Jun 29, 2006, 11:47 AM

Also, if you vote, and you have a favorite brand that you've discovered, please share. For rum.... well, I've found this rum that's pretty tasty and doesn't hurt the wallet much:

http://www.mountgayrum.com/

Coral filtered water, one of the oldest brewed rums in the world.... I love it.

olePigeon · Jun 29, 2006, 11:47 AM

"Vodka."
"Vodka? When do you drink vodka?"
"Whenever..."
"A lot?"
"Tons..."

jaydon34 · Jun 29, 2006, 11:48 AM

Originally Posted by Gossamer

Well, I'm not 21 yet so I haven't ever had alcohal. I suppose when I am next summer the most I'll have is the occasional imported beer with my roommates, they really like the stuff.

First of your kind huh..... The kids I see around here (NY) drinks since there like 15 or so. Alcohol is overated but hey throw me another Cervasa. Corona is my drink of choice.

production_coordinator · Jun 29, 2006, 11:48 AM

Gin and tonic, but my consumption of alcohol significantly declined over the past few years. I'm starting to realize, it's just not worth the annoyance.

olePigeon · Jun 29, 2006, 11:49 AM

I know Salty's favorite: Schmiddt's Gay

sek929 · Jun 29, 2006, 11:49 AM

Well, my tastes change with the seasons.

Right now I am going broke buying Jager and Red Bull, I'm am friggin' addicted to Jager Bombs....but I like the sugarfree RedBull much better than the normal. Goldschlager is also a poison of mine lately.

For beer I've been sticking with Corona and/or Sam Adams light.

Also, I've been getting some real dank nug, quite....oh, wrong thread

Gossamer · Jun 29, 2006, 11:49 AM

Originally Posted by jaydon34

First of your kind huh..... The kids I see around here (NY) drinks since there like 15 or so. Alcohol is overated but hey throw me another Cervasa. Corona is my drink of choice.

Yeah, my friends and I were pretty much the only ones in high school that weren't drunk every weekend.

Doofy · Jun 29, 2006, 11:50 AM

This poll is flawed... ...where's the mead?

mac128k-1984 · Jun 29, 2006, 11:57 AM

Straight as an arrow, I know I'll be in the minority but I don't drink - not that I have had (or have) a problem it, or hits inherently evil just a personal choice.

Monique · Jun 29, 2006, 11:57 AM

Actually being summer and me being a girl, I like coolers.

Railroader · Jun 29, 2006, 11:57 AM

"Beer". Locally made. Like as in "my garage" type of local.

If not drinking beer, I have been testing various meads lately (good point Doofy), or Amaretto neat or over crushed ice.

I do like Traverse City area made dry red wines too. For some reason I just can't get into California wines. Too... I don't know... just "too..." something.

EDIT: I have been learning oodles about coffees lately as well. I know, not alcohol, but it is a drink. And I'll never try that marsupial pooped coffee, don't worry.

hadocon · Jun 29, 2006, 11:58 AM

Originally Posted by Gossamer

Well, I'm not 21 yet so I haven't ever had alcohal. I suppose when I am next summer the most I'll have is the occasional imported beer with my roommates, they really like the stuff.

... OK. Drinking age in Canada is 19 and 18. I think I had my first taste of booze when I was like 3 or 4? Never stole a sip from your Dad's? Rules are meant to be broken.

Gossamer · Jun 29, 2006, 11:59 AM

Originally Posted by Railroader

"Beer". Locally made. Like as in "my garage" type of local.

If not drinking beer, I have been testing various meads lately (good point Doofy), or Amaretto neat or over crushed ice.

I do like Traverse City area made dry red wines too. For some reason I just can't get into California wines. Too... I don't know... just "too..." something.

smug?

Doofy · Jun 29, 2006, 12:02 PM

Originally Posted by mac128k-1984

Straight as an arrow, I know I'll be in the minority but I don't drink - not that I have had (or have) a problem it, or hits inherently evil just a personal choice.

Don't worry about it. I drink maybe three or four 330 ml Buds per year. That's it.

I used to be a beer monster but don't see the point any more. I'd much rather have a milk shake or something. Like you say, personal choice.

Landos Mustache · Jun 29, 2006, 12:04 PM

Originally Posted by Gossamer

Well, I'm not 21 yet so I haven't ever had alcohal. I suppose when I am next summer the most I'll have is the occasional imported beer with my roommates, they really like the stuff.

Go to canada for the weekend, you only have to be 19.

CaptainUnbannable · Jun 29, 2006, 12:04 PM

Originally Posted by Railroader

"Beer". Locally made. Like as in "my garage" type of local.

What's your setup? I think that'd be fun. I have a huge storage area I could try it in.

Railroader · Jun 29, 2006, 12:04 PM

Originally Posted by Gossamer

smug?

Are you calling Robert Modavi smug?

Railroader · Jun 29, 2006, 12:08 PM

Originally Posted by CaptainUnbannable

What's your setup? I think that'd be fun. I have a huge storage area I could try it in.

Here's a pic of the keg system:

As for the rest, simply buy a "turkey fryer" with a 5+ gal. stainless steel pot and one of these kits from this page: http://www.northernbrewer.com/starterkits.html

After a few bathes you'll be making better beer than you can ever buy in a store.

I have only two bits of advice:
"Relax, have another homebrew"
and
"SANITIZE. SANITIZE. SANITIZE."

wataru · 12:26 PM

Beer. I really miss the Madison brews--New Glarus Spotted Cow, anything brewed at the Great Dane Pub (but especially their Emerald Isle Stout), and while we're talking Wisconsin of course Leinie's deserves a mention.

As far as non-local stuff goes, I'm a big fan of Blue Moon, Corona, and of course, Guiness.

dav · Jun 29, 2006, 12:32 PM

gin, bombay sapphire

production_coordinator · Jun 29, 2006, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by dav

gin, bombay sapphire

That's my gin of choice as well.

Railroader · Jun 29, 2006, 12:36 PM

Good gin. Agreed.

ajprice · Jun 29, 2006, 12:42 PM

I voted Beer, but I don't mean your Budweiser or Fosters weasel p*** lager. I mean ale and bitter like Old Speckled Hen or Bombardier. Now thats a proper pint.

RAILhead · Jun 29, 2006, 12:44 PM

I don't drink, either, but I'll never pass-up a good cigar or good pipe tobacco.

©öñFü$íóÑ · Jun 29, 2006, 12:46 PM

Vodka.....? Da.

hickey · Jun 29, 2006, 01:03 PM

Colt 45 all the way.
40's in general are my preference though. The Billy Dee Williams Smoothness Test

Briareus · Jun 29, 2006, 01:10 PM

I said beer because it's the closest option to a Stella Snakebite

Mastrap · Jun 29, 2006, 01:10 PM

A good Pilsener in summer, Guinness in winter.
White wine in summer, red in winter.
Single malt scotch from late September until early April.
G&T from early April until late September.

Stradlater · Jun 29, 2006, 01:44 PM

Depends on the time of year (and weather), as well as my mood, the food (if any), etc.

I love a good beer, a glass of wine, a shot or cocktail.

I usually avoid the sweet mixed drinks (sweeter varieties of beer or wine, however, are usually fine) and things of the wine cooler variety.

Sarc · 02:04 PM

Whisky ... as in Scotch.
Followed by Beer, Vodka and Red Wine.

nredman · Jun 29, 2006, 03:22 PM

Originally Posted by hickey

Colt 45 all the way.
40's in general are my preference though. The Billy Dee Williams Smoothness Test

what about OLD E (old english) give me some of that ol - e

anyways i voted beer - but i do drink vodka from time to time - and the wife and i are going to try martinis this weekend

sek929 · Jun 29, 2006, 03:24 PM

Originally Posted by nredman

and the wife and i are going to try martinis this weekend

Get an Appletini!

I know it's girly, but damn they're good.

nforcer · Jun 29, 2006, 03:42 PM

My poison is water; if I drink enough of it I hear I'll die.

Gossamer · Jun 29, 2006, 04:06 PM

Originally Posted by nforcer

My poison is water; if I drink enough of it I hear I'll die.

I like wiping myself out on oxygen.

Landos Mustache · Jun 29, 2006, 04:09 PM

Originally Posted by hickey

Colt 45 all the way.
40's in general are my preference though. The Billy Dee Williams Smoothness Test

Isn't that what bums and street kids drink?

jaydon34 · Jun 29, 2006, 04:14 PM

Originally Posted by Landos Mustache

Isn't that what bums and street kids drink?

No disrespect to the bums and street kids but yup thats it.

Person Man · Jun 29, 2006, 04:19 PM

I like Rum, myself.

But Ca$h, you left off ouzo! Not that I drink it, but my father loves it.

You've got to put ouzo on your next poll. Or raki (Turkish ouzo), or arak (Arabic ouzo).

Psychedeliante · Jun 29, 2006, 05:32 PM

Originally Posted by Person Man

I like Rum, myself.

But Ca$h, you left off ouzo! Not that I drink it, but my father loves it.

You've got to put ouzo on your next poll. Or raki (Turkish ouzo), or arak (Arabic ouzo).

Never heard of it. It's not in my bartending guide at all.

Psychedeliante · Jun 29, 2006, 05:34 PM

Originally Posted by Railroader

Here's a pic of the keg system:

As for the rest, simply buy a "turkey fryer" with a 5+ gal. stainless steel pot and one of these kits from this page: http://www.northernbrewer.com/starterkits.html

After a few bathes you'll be making better beer than you can ever buy in a store.

I have only two bits of advice:
"Relax, have another homebrew"
and
"SANITIZE. SANITIZE. SANITIZE."

That's awesome. I know what I'm asking for for Xmas this year.

rickey939 · Jun 29, 2006, 05:34 PM

Dr. Pepper™

Railroader · Jun 29, 2006, 05:51 PM

Originally Posted by Psychedeliante

Never heard of it. It's not in my bartending guide at all.

Then it must not exist if Rob doesn't know about it.

GET A NEW BARTENDING GUIDE!!! Your current one sucks.

- - e r i k - - · Jun 29, 2006, 06:28 PM

Wine and beer. Quite a lot of good Australian wines down here, especially from the south and west.

Person Man · Jun 29, 2006, 06:39 PM

Originally Posted by Psychedeliante

Never heard of it. It's not in my bartending guide at all.

Ouzo

and

Ouzo Mixed Drinks

Be warned, though, if you decide to try it yourself. DO NOT DRINK A SHOT OF OUZO ALL AT ONCE. It will not treat you kindly if you do. There is a reason my father takes small sips and has a big glass of water nearby.

Psychedeliante · Jun 29, 2006, 06:48 PM

Originally Posted by Railroader

Then it must not exist if Rob doesn't know about it.

GET A NEW BARTENDING GUIDE!!! Your current one sucks.

It's pretty decent. It's a 272 page guide. I like it. You're entitled to have your own retarded opinion though.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/044...e&n=283155

Psychedeliante · Jun 29, 2006, 06:49 PM

Originally Posted by Person Man

Ouzo

and

Ouzo Mixed Drinks

Be warned, though, if you decide to try it yourself. DO NOT DRINK A SHOT OF OUZO ALL AT ONCE. It will not treat you kindly if you do. There is a reason my father takes small sips and has a big glass of water nearby.

So it's like declawed absinthe. **** THAT. Drink the real deal or go home.

Psychedeliante · Jun 29, 2006, 06:50 PM

This was fromt he night I got absolutely **** faced on absinthe:

God... I was seeing double, and I could barely walk. It sucked. The green fairy anally raped me. I'll be sure to respect her more next time, if there is a next time. I haven't touched the **** since.

Person Man · Jun 29, 2006, 06:53 PM

Originally Posted by Psychedeliante

So it's like declawed absinthe. **** THAT. Drink the real deal or go home.

Ouzo, perhaps.

Tsipouro, OTOH... (Tsipouro is homemade ouzo... MUCH higher alcohol content). My father prefers it. He brings back literally gallons of the stuff when he comes back from Greece. He just puts it in Sprite bottles. He's never been stopped or questioned by customs.

(Why is this guy bringing 6 bottles of Sprite from Greece into the US?)