[Iminicus]

I'm thinking of starting a respectable liquor cabinet. I'm open to suggestions for fine liquors to place within.

I am planning on buying some J&B Whisky and some other fine whiskys. Any suggestions?

[Voodoo]

Blended scotch is fine, I guess. A respectable liquor cabinet really depends on how much respect you have for yourself first, and then your guests.

[Iminicus]

QUOTE (Voodoo @ Friday, Jul 13 2012, 21:43)

Blended scotch is fine, I guess. A respectable liquor cabinet really depends on how much respect you have for yourself first, and then your guests.

Well, what do you suggest Voodoo? I know you are most knowledgeable about these things being the fine southern gentleman that you are.

Besides, the only guests I'd open it up to is you or makeshyft.

[Voodoo]

The term "respectable' is the problem, here. What you stock should be what you like. I like single malts, sour mash and polish rye vodka. Everyone has different tastes.

[Iminicus]

QUOTE (Voodoo @ Friday, Jul 13 2012, 22:02)

The term "respectable' is the problem, here. What you stock should be what you like. I like single malts, sour mash and polish rye vodka. Everyone has different tastes.

Okay, ignore the respectable part.

Voodoo, what do you recommend? Some helpful suggestions for a beginner?

[Voodoo]

You are one persistent motherf*cker, Imi. OK, MD 20/20 is my main bitch but I also hit the Night Train on occasion.

[Iminicus]

QUOTE (Voodoo @ Friday, Jul 13 2012, 22:38)

You are one persistent motherf*cker, Imi. OK, MD 20/20 is my main bitch but I also hit the Night Train on occasion.

Haven't you figured it out yet, Voodoo? I'm trying to ask you out goddamnit!

[JuVeNiLe]

ciroc for vodka is all i have to say

[Voodoo]

In that case, drop a bottle of Oban at my door with an anonymous note while wearing those garters I like.

[sivispacem]

The basis of a liquor cabinet should be-

Blended scotch
Bourbon
Gin
Aged rum
Vodka
Triple sec

Plus a decent single malt. That should have most of your bases covered.

[K^2]

In addition to other suggestions, I don't think a liquor cabinet is complete without over-proof spirit. Personally, I like Bacardi 151 Rum for that.

As far as Vodkas go, I would strongly recommend Russian Standard, which is probably the best quality for price you can get, and one of the better Vodkas overall.

Both of these are very good either as part of a cocktail or as straight shots.

Everything else, I don't really consider myself enough of an expert on to recommend specific brands.

[Jay]

When my gpa died earlier this year I was left his fold out bar (just like this one). It has a lifetime of glasses and alcoholic paraphernalia and I've started to add my own stuff. I fixed the wheels and the fold out top and it is easily the classiest thing I now own.

I havent put any booze in it yet because anything I buy gets consumed pretty quickly but once I get some money put aside for some classy stuff it'll happen.

Watching this thread intently.

[Stefche]

I think what sivis suggested hit the nail on the head. I know that you're trying to create quite a fine cabinet, but are you tailoring it more for yourself or for your guests? A bottle of cognac (my personal favourite is Hennessy) will really add that sheem of class, assuming that's your main priority.

[Iminicus]

QUOTE (Stefche @ Saturday, Jul 14 2012, 01:31)

I think what sivis suggested hit the nail on the head. I know that you're trying to create quite a fine cabinet, but are you tailoring it more for yourself or for your guests? A bottle of cognac (my personal favourite is Hennessy) will really add that sheem of class, assuming that's your main priority.

Bit of both. Tailored to guests and I also want to learn how to drink whisky and bourbon and those other fine drinks.

Thanks for all the help guys. Your suggestions shall be good when I go shopping. I now need to find a nice old cabinet. I don't mind restoring one either.

[SagaciousKJB]

You should also have some Tennessee straight whisky in their. Jack Daniels or Evan Williams, if you're trying to please everyone's whisky tastes anyway. You're also missing out on your Canadians, Crown Royal or Canadian Club are fine brands. Then don't forget your Irish whisky, Jameson is the standard on that one. For a little more flavor, throw in a bottle of Maker's Mark--it's a small-batch bourbon that is made with no rye, instead corn and winter grains, gives it a very sweet flavor.

I have a Modern Marvels program somewhere that's all about whisky ( or whiskey, there is a difference ). The other bases, such as your blended or single-malt scotches have been covered though. As far as that goes, I don't think you can go wrong with Jimmy Walker blue or black for your blended, and The Glenlivet for single-malt.

Then on top of this you have a choice of either more aged varieties, or varieties aged in different casks to get a different flavor. The Glenlivet has a 17 year old variety aged in cherry-wood casks, and Jameson has an 18 year old variety too. However, those are getting into the $100 a bottle range. If you want some "respectable" liquor though, your aged single-malts, or small-batch bourbons and scotches have a lot to choose from.

[Craig]

MAD DOG 20 20.

No, how about a fine gin or vodka? Russian standard vodka is always good because it's not so unbearable you have to add a mixer or a gallon of ice to make it even halfway tolerable. The same goes with gin, but to me a good mixer and decent preparation makes the drink what it is. If you can get it, Hendricks gin is a fine addition. It's a sloe gin made with traditional juniper infusion but there's a curious taste to it that's just so palatable and unique. I like to serve it with a splash of tonic and frozen cucumber.

[Desmosedici]

Johnnie Black, Belvedere, Don Julio Añejo and Blanco.

That's what I would start off with, to have for myself.

If it's to entertain guests I'd add Jack D, Crown, Ketel One, Absolut, Stoli, Bacardi, Tanqueray, Bombay Sapphire, Captain Morgan, Patron, and maybe Bailey's in the fridge, just to have some variety.

If you wanna be fancy I'll snap a pic of my mom's bar next time I see her.