Thanksgiving bourbon/rye

[MtnDew]

So, I'm in charge of providing a whiskey for Thanksgiving this year and while I'm a huge fan of scotch, I'm thinking something a little more domestic would make sense. That being said I'm a little confused as to what whiskey would make the most sense to enjoy after a traditional Thanksgiving meal. I thought about breaking out my 2012 THH but I've heard that pairs better with Christmas due to the spices. So that has me turning towards bourbon, maybe a wheater like WLW? Or something with a little less punch (ABV) but on the rye side of things like a 4R SmB (non barrel proof)? I have a decent bunker,for a non bourbon aficionado, with about 50 bottles on hand so there is plenty to choose from.

Does anyone have any suggestions? It does not necessarily have to pair with the food though I can break it out during the meal if that makes more sense. This is the reason I posted here and not in bourbon and food, I had planned it as a separate "course" all unto itself.

Thanks!

[jwacky]

I'm bringing some Big Bottom port finished to share with 'everyone', in case some non-whiskey drinkers want a pour. Seems like it'd compliment a huge meal beforehand, too. I'll have some other stuff for the more serious bourbon fans.

[Flyfish]

Will be drinking FC at Thanksgiving not because it is particularly appropriate to the season but because my daughter and her husband will be here. Both went to grad school at SC and FC is the official beverage. You might find that a nice soft wheater would go well after the turkey or while you are watching the Macy's parade or the football game.

[Lazer]

rare breed :cool:

[Yeti]

Angel's Envy or Angel's Envy Rye would make good after dinner drinks for most anyone interested.

[squire]

I would serve what the guests like as I can drink my favorites any ole time.

[GaryT]

rare breed :cool:

[mbroo5880i]

Angel's Envy or Angel's Envy Rye would make good after dinner drinks for most anyone interested.

[MtnDew]

I like this suggestion because AE is a pretty smooth bourbon that would appeal to a broad spectrum of people. And it is a special type of bottling for a special occasion. You could always bring a more higher end bourbon that you think bourbon drinkers or more adventurous persons might enjoy trying.

[Special Reserve]

Wild Turkey Gold Labelled 12 year will be the Thanksgiving Day pour in my house. If I didn't have that it would be some other WT product. Isn't there a code that states you must have Turkey on Turkey Day?

[fishnbowljoe]

Wild Turkey Gold Labelled 12 year will be the Thanksgiving Day pour in my house.

[Paddy]

I'm in total agreement with the above. I wouldn't kick out anything named eagle if someone wants to bring one by either.

I'll probably settle for a WT rye and some W12 for my holiday pouring pleasure. Cheers to each and all, whatever pour you choose! :toast:

[michaelturtle1]

Probably going to pour Bowmans Gingerbread finished..

[393foureyedfox]

I'm the only one in my family that drinks anything at all. On my side of the family, there's just sodas and tea. When we have holidays at my in-laws, they're a bunch of wine drinkers, and I dont feel out of place having a pour of anything over there.

I would use your situation as a perfect opportunity to try some iteration of WT that I haven't had before. I've not had WT American Spirit, but the name sure feels welcoming to a Thanksgiving day libation!

Edited November 20, 2013 by 393foureyedfox

[MtnDew]

Probably going to pour Bowmans Gingerbread finished..

That sounds pretty nice, I only have the regular John J Bowman so I'll likely skip that this year. I'm leaning towards pouring that AE Rye with dessert and maybe a WT with the food itself.

I'm the only one in my family that drinks anything at all. On my side of the family, there's just sodas and tea. When we have holidays at my in-laws, they're a bunch of wine drinkers, and I dont feel out of place having a pour of anything over there.

I would use your situation as a perfect opportunity to try some iteration of WT that I haven't had before. I've not had WT American Spirit, but the name sure feels welcoming to a Thanksgiving day libation!

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Whats a good price for a bottle of that?

[Yeti]

I'm hosting for the first time this year which means, in addition to being responsible for the bird, I'm pouring anything and everything I want. There will be some PVW for my father-in-law and some Four Roses and VOS as well. Might get the AE Rye and Gingerbread Bowman out after the meal.

[Lazer]

Wild Turkey Gold Labelled 12 year will be the Thanksgiving Day pour in my house. If I didn't have that it would be some other WT product. Isn't there a code that states you must have Turkey on Turkey Day?

Yes, yes there is.

[MtnDew]

I'm hosting for the first time this year which means, in addition to being responsible for the bird, I'm pouring anything and everything I want. There will be some PVW for my father-in-law and some Four Roses and VOS as well. Might get the AE Rye and Gingerbread Bowman out after the meal.

My parents are hosting this year. It's a non whiskey drinking crowd in general so going with something sweet and fun will likely be appreciated. If I broke out the "serious" whiskeys they would likely all think they were too strong.

[393foureyedfox]

I'm hosting for the first time this year which means, in addition to being responsible for the bird, I'm pouring anything and everything I want. There will be some PVW for my father-in-law and some Four Roses and VOS as well. Might get the AE Rye and Gingerbread Bowman out after the meal.

I bet Yeti would have one hell of a gathering....

Whats a good price for a bottle of that?

I dunno. I read about it online, but I've never seen one.

[Yeti]

That sounds pretty nice, I only have the regular John J Bowman so I'll likely skip that this year. I'm leaning towards pouring that AE Rye with dessert and maybe a WT with the food itself.

Whats a good price for a bottle of that?

A good price would be around $80-90

[snifred]

If I broke out the "serious" whiskeys they would likely all think they were too strong.

Same here. We're hosting this year, which means I have my pick. I got my mom onto bourbon a few years ago after she tried to order a Manhattan with Canadian whiskey. I put a stop to that, and she's loved Buffalo Trace ever since. But only with a glass full of ice. She tried ER10 last time she was here and liked it so I gave her a bit of ER17 neat and she thought it was too much. At least I've made some progress...

[Painkiller]

I, for one, can NOT believe no one has mentioned the obvious choice: friggin' Knob Creek Smoked Maple !!! It's like Fall in a glass !! Perfect for T' Day !

oh sh*t !! here they come !! :hot:

( runs, ducks and hides )

[Paddy]

I, for one, can NOT believe no one has mentioned the obvious choice: friggin' Knob Creek Smoked Maple !!! It's like Fall in a glass !! Perfect for T' Day !

oh sh*t !! here they come !! :hot:

( runs, ducks and hides )

I bet it would make a great turkey baste!:grin:

[Painkiller]

Heh, you might be on to something there......

or pour it over the ice cream next to the pumpkin pie!

[393foureyedfox]

I bet it would make a great turkey baste!:grin:

Dammit, my whole family is gonna think im a boozehound if you guys give me any more ideas........

bourbon apple pie, bourbon baked beans, holiday bourbon balls, brown sugar/mustard/bourbon ham glaze, and now this?!

I might have to try it. Work gives us all free turkeys this time of year.....