Ambernecter Posted May 11, 2004 Share Posted May 11, 2004 Booker's and steak anyone? Perfect in my opinion.I remember seeing a pompous show on English tv a while back, where some aristocratic type invited his guests to "a small whiskey before dinner." I'll go along with that (as well one as during and after as well!)Higher proof whiskey also holds it's own with the flavour of the dish you're eating as well, I find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelshare Posted May 12, 2004 Author Share Posted May 12, 2004 Booker's and steak anyone? Perfect in my opinion.Honestly, I can't specifically remember trying this combination. Planning steaks on the grill Saturday, and I have an unopened bottle of Booker's. HMMMM....Regarding the higher proof bourbons, I will agree that Rare Breed seems to go particularly well with steak. Then again, VOB 80 goes well, too, and I think JD is a great steak complement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelshare Posted May 16, 2004 Author Share Posted May 16, 2004 We had a good bourbon and steak night. Unfortunately, I could have done better on the steaks - slightly overcooked to our taste. Still, charcoal grilled steaks with whiskey can't be beat. Picture #1: Steaks on the grill, my AAA 10 yr on the rocks (melted) next to the grill. Of course, I'm drinking it in a Four Roses glass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelshare Posted May 16, 2004 Author Share Posted May 16, 2004 Then I had the Booker's suggested by our fellow Bourbonian. Magnificent. Ultimately, I cut it with a little bit of water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelshare Posted May 16, 2004 Author Share Posted May 16, 2004 Top secret: Tina is abstaining right now due to our VERY recent discovery that she is expecting. Consequently, she and Claire (our 2 year old) recommend for tea totallers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Congratulations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowdery Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Congratulations. If I've been paying attention, won't this be number three? You know, they now know what causes it.Think of this. 3 x 9 means Tina will have foregone bourbon for 2 1/4 years for the sake of your family. That's love!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNbourbon Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 3 x 9 means Tina will have foregone bourbon for 2 1/4 years for the sake of your family. That's love!! Which brings to mind: While Tina is abstaining, do you get her share? Kids -- better (mostly!) than even bourbon. Best wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbyc Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Congratulations from us as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boone Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Congratulations Three is a lucky number Bettye Jo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillman Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Adding my best to you and your family. Hope we may meet you at the Festival in September.Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratcheer Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Allow me to add my congratulations. I believe that our children are our most precious and important contributions. This is a wonderful event!Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelshare Posted May 16, 2004 Author Share Posted May 16, 2004 Congratulations. If I've been paying attention, won't this be number three? You know, they now know what causes it. Think of this. 3 x 9 means Tina will have foregone bourbon for 2 1/4 years for the sake of your family. That's love!! Wow, thanks to everyone for all your well wishes! Yes, Tina has made quite a few sacrifices along the way, not the least of which is 27 or so bourbon free months. She will occasionally have a tiny sip just to satisfy her bourbon palate, but, in essence, it's 40 weeks of abstention. Tim, I don't know if I get her share exactly, but I suspect I come out ahead, probably because there is no division of designated driver duty! Chuck - I don't know if this is what you mean, but several years ago an elderly patient of mine was browbeating me over the fact that Tina and I had no children (she was a great grandmother and loved babies). I think I made some kind of comment like "maybe soon." "Here's what you do," she said. "Tonight you go to the liquor store and get you a pint of liquor. You and Tina share it. Nature will take it's course." "Oh, really? That works?" I said. She smiled. "Worked for me every time!" So, now we know - it's in the bourbon! It's a small consolation, but Tina does get extra portions of steak for nine months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr8erdane Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Gerber's Baby Bourbon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneCubeOnly Posted May 17, 2004 Share Posted May 17, 2004 I believe that's a bottling nobody has *EVER* posted tasting notes for! Seriously, congratulations on your news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepcycle Posted May 17, 2004 Share Posted May 17, 2004 Bourbon and Steak. I am still trying to figure out an amusing tie between the thread title and the new subject. (Food and Fertility) I guess that rather than risk a joke in "bad taste", I'll just say CONGRATULATIONS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendaj Posted May 19, 2004 Share Posted May 19, 2004 Dave, So, now we know - it's in the bourbon! Oh no! Now that I think back, that the way my two children came to be. YeeGawds! Say it isn't so... Seriously, congratulations to you both! And, I'm most sure that you are a fair and reasonable person. And after Tina delivers... I suspect I come out ahead, probably because there is no division of designated driver duty! that she'll get equal time Again, congratulations ya'll, Bj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendaj Posted May 19, 2004 Share Posted May 19, 2004 Chuck, Think of this. 3 x 9 means Tina will have foregone bourbon for 2 1/4 years for the sake of your family. That's love!! Gawd I love the way you think... Bj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleblank Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 I was in San Antonio visiting my parents this week and saw this story. It's about the hot, new trend...pairing whiskey and steak....with a Texas twist. Note the Weller in the picture as it can be found in almost any decent bar in Texas. There are a couple of recipies attached to the article that seem pretty interesting...and of course, BF gets in a little marketing as does Pacult. It's a good read and another example of the rising interest in bourbon.Randyhttp://www.mysanantonio.com/salife/food/stories/MYSA051904.1Q.steaks.dabd4895.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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