Welcome to Belfast! (Part 1) (847 hits)
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Submitted by Bullslinebacker (View user info) at 2008-08-27 08:36:56 EDT
Belfast is a city of contrasts.
On one hand you have literary kings such as C.S. Lewis, Sporting giants like the late George Best and renowned singers like Van Morrison all hailing from the small coastal city I call home.
On the other hand you have some of the biggest scumbags on the face of the planet inhabiting many of the local housing estates dotted around the city and surrounding area.
Permit me, if you will, to take you on a journey of discovery. Please keep your hands inside the stolen Nova SR and for the love of all that is holy, please don't feed the locals!
For those of you who have visited this wonderful city, I'm sure you had a safe and enjoyable time taking in some of the many delights Belfast has to offer. You may have even taken the 'Terror Tour' (where an ex-terrorist cab driver takes you in his black taxi around some of the alternative sights of the city)
In general the people are friendly and welcoming, you may occasionally overhear a "fuckin tourist" comment uttered but on the whole people are very nice.
The exceptions to the rule are the locals we like to affectionately call steeks or spides.
Your average spide has an obsession with wearing teflon covered tracksuits, in general, sporting ticked or naked woman designs. Not all spides use public transport. However, do not fear, spide-mobiles are easy to spot. Before you see the car you will note a particularly disturbing noise polluting the surrounding air. This is known by spides as 'happy hardcore'. The car itself will be a white ford escort. You may notice cases when it is a fiesta; do not worry, this is perfectly normal. All this means is that all the ford escorts in their area have particularly good security systems
The urban dictionary carries this fairly accurate definition:
steek
(n)Twattish member of the underclass whose idea of a night out is spending three solid hours deriving pleasure from scaring people shitless by just walking down a dark street and/or standing outside the Spar smoking a packet of really shit fags which he/she got off his/her mates who have this other mate in the UDA, right, and he blew the cunt's fuckin' kneecaps off.
Classy people right?...
It appears that for some bizarre reason spides develop the urge to reproduce much earlier than their genetic cousins, humans. It is not uncommon to see what we might consider to be a very young spide with offspring. Through scientific study of the species it seems that it is the pedal pusher and boob-tube wearing sect that produces the most spidelets so early on in life. It is convenient for our spide-spotting purposes that all spides look identical.
However, be careful, this is no mere coincidence; it is a cunning plan masterminded by spides for their own defence. Male spides will wear the traditional tracksuits and Nike trainers. Their hair will be very short, held in place by a superfluous amount of hair gel. The reason for this is to complement the greasy theme which all spides present so masterfully on their faces. The females will have, without exception, peroxide blonde hair in a wet perm. Normally this will be scraped back into a ponytail or bun in such a way as to use the maximum amount of scrunchies.
Note: scrunchies must be white or an offensive fluorescent colour. In keeping with their male counterparts, the females spray their hair securely into position, to such an extent that you will notice the ponytail will not move, neither will the two bits of hair, strategically left out of their chosen hair style and cemented on either side of their faces.
The reason for wearing their hair tied up is to show off their gold hoop earrings and line of unblended bright orange foundation around the edge of their faces.
Communication with spides is very difficult as the language they speak is quite far removed from that spoken by normal people. They feel the need to use expletives for every other word. Also, spide language (or "steekspeak" as it is otherwise known) is difficult to comprehend as they move their lips as little as possible, producing a vague muttering noise, indecipherable to non-spides.
I'm sure all cities have them. England has 'Hoodies', Scotland has 'Neds' and America has Black People.
I have had the unfortunate experience of living in close proximity to these fuckwits for quite some time. They rove the streets in packs and will attack with little or no provocation. Example conversation:
Steek 1: Gimme a fockin feg. (Excuse me kind sir, could you please spare me a cigarette?)
Me: I'm sorry, I don't smoke. (Fuck off wankshaft, you are not getting one of my smokes)
Steek 2: What tha fock leek. (???)
N.B. the phrase 'What tha fock leek' has yet to be deciphered by Irish linguists. It is generally taken as 'fighting talk' or a verbal challenge. Anyway, back to my two friends...
Steek 1: Do you think your fockin hard cas yeuv gat a fockin beard wa? (Sorry to bother you again but do you believe your admirable facial hair conveys a message of toughness?)
Me: No (Yes)
Steek 2: You spoutin bout my ma? (did you make an offensive remark about my mother old chap?)
Me: Not at all mate, I'm sure she is a lovely lady (tell her I left her whoring money behind the toaster)
The conversation will continue until I get bored and walk off, only to be attacked with an empty Stella bottle or said steeks get distracted by the call of the social security office.
Should you ever be in a similar situation it is imperative that you do not try to use logic and/or reason with these people. They have an average I.Q of 6 and a clever response to a retarded question will result in you 'gettin yer fockin knees dun' (getting your kneecaps broken using a smorgasbord of techniques honed over years of gratuitous violence).
Remember you have been warned.
In part two we will look at the sights (pubs), sounds (drunken gibberish mixed with gunfire) and smells (vomit and sulphur) of Northern Ireland's Maiden City.
User Reviews
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-29 13:38:56 EDT (#)
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Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-28 20:34:14 EDT (#)
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I have just untubed my newly-acquired bottle of Laphroaig 15. It came with a little booklet describing how I could become a 'Friend of Laphroaig' by going on their website and registering with the alphanum code on the back of the booklet (and presumably a load of personal information), which would entitle me to put my name on one square foot of their property, be on their mailing list, and have a dram of their finest should I be in the area. Pass. If any of you want to be a Friend of Laphroaig in my stead, you have but to ask.
The booklet also suggests adding a bit of water to their product to awaken the flavors. Can't see the point in adding RO-treated Florida well water to 15 year old whisky but I'm not averse to drinking it per instructions, at least the first time. Perhaps two small glasses are in order, for comparison purposes. I love this kind of experiment.
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I'd run down to the super market and get a gallon of distilled water.
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-28 20:34:14 EDT (#)
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I have just untubed my newly-acquired bottle of Laphroaig 15. It came with a little booklet describing how I could become a 'Friend of Laphroaig' by going on their website and registering with the alphanum code on the back of the booklet (and presumably a load of personal information), which would entitle me to put my name on one square foot of their property, be on their mailing list, and have a dram of their finest should I be in the area. Pass. If any of you want to be a Friend of Laphroaig in my stead, you have but to ask.
The booklet also suggests adding a bit of water to their product to awaken the flavors. Can't see the point in adding RO-treated Florida well water to 15 year old whisky but I'm not averse to drinking it per instructions, at least the first time. Perhaps two small glasses are in order, for comparison purposes. I love this kind of experiment.
Submitted by Replen (user info) at 2008-08-28 14:51:58 EDT (#)
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Sounds like Bromley.
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-28 13:16:37 EDT (#)
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+2 Cause my boss just walked in and gave me a promotion even though I spend most my day dicking off on Ubersite. He said I am management material...
Submitted by monkeyswithguns (user info) at 2008-08-28 09:49:27 EDT (#)
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needs pictures.
Submitted by myshit (user info) at 2008-08-28 08:39:44 EDT (#)
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It's like taking candy from a baby.
You are just too easy cock knocker.
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 08:27:49 EDT (#)
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Submitted by myshit (user info) at 2008-08-28 08:14:36 EDT (#)
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Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 05:49:28 EDT (#)
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its not worth the effort....
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LOL
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Fuck! is that the best comeback you can come up with!
'LOL'
How witty, the subtle edge cuts deep, whilst the use of capitals carries an implied volume to your chuckle.
I will not sleep tonight..................
Cock Bandit
Submitted by myshit (user info) at 2008-08-28 08:14:36 EDT (#)
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Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 05:49:28 EDT (#)
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its not worth the effort....
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LOL
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 07:43:44 EDT (#)
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myshit,
go back to writing 'great' posts about how many sweets (child sex bait) you have.
The last one entertained me so much i just can't contain my excitement waiting for your next quality post.
Submitted by myshit (user info) at 2008-08-28 06:38:51 EDT (#)
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Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 05:49:28 EDT (#)
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Submitted by myshit (user info) at 2008-08-28 05:44:25 EDT (#)
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I'm really looking forward to part 2.
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I'm waaaaaaaa............
I'm not gonna waaaa waaaaa waaaaa, waaaa waaaaa waa waa waaaaa....
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 05:49:28 EDT (#)
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Submitted by myshit (user info) at 2008-08-28 05:44:25 EDT (#)
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I'm really looking forward to part 2.
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I'm sure............
I'm not gonna even bother with an insult, its not worth the effort....
Submitted by myshit (user info) at 2008-08-28 05:44:25 EDT (#)
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I'm really looking forward to part 2.
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 04:01:28 EDT (#)
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Submitted by Doodles (user info) at 2008-08-27 23:07:01 EDT (#)
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Somehow this post is about whisky.
That out weighs your auto-2
sorry for the misunderstanding.
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Apology accepted... thank you!
Does this mean a truce? or will this only cover future posts about whiskey/drinking whiskey?
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-28 03:59:03 EDT (#)
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Submitted by apollo88 (user info) at 2008-08-27 19:58:25 EDT (#)
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belfast is a fucking dump and the people are wankers
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Your opinion is duly noted. I undertook a quick questionnaire last night in the pub, covering a representative cross section of the inhabitants of Belfast and we have established that people with the ubersite handle 'apollo88' are all wankers.
I'm just stating the facts...don't shoot the messenger.
Submitted by Doodles (user info) at 2008-08-27 23:07:01 EDT (#)
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Somehow this post is about whisky.
That out weighs your auto-2
sorry for the misunderstanding.
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 22:44:48 EDT (#)
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With all due respect to Ireland, tonight's choice is Glenfiddich Solera Reserve.
I shall make it up to ye on the morrow.
Submitted by JoeAverage (user info) at 2008-08-27 20:27:57 EDT (#)
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I mean wankshaft.
Submitted by JoeAverage (user info) at 2008-08-27 20:27:31 EDT (#)
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+1 because you said wankstaff. That's good stuff.
Submitted by indoninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 20:19:52 EDT (#)
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What does "starly pud" mean?
I was in Dublin with an Irish girl I worked with. We met up with some of her friends and were exchanging ghetto talk from our countries. I was able to say that phrase well and tossed it out to a few people.
Submitted by apollo88 (user info) at 2008-08-27 19:58:25 EDT (#)
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belfast is a fucking dump and the people are wankers
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-08-27 14:54:22 EDT (#)
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Maybe if you'd shut the fuck up for 60 seconds, you'd begin to understand.
Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 14:49:38 EDT (#)
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I don't know what this "joke" is ... but I keep hearing it alongside, "Spaz", "whoa slow down there pardnah" and "chill"...I'm not hot, I dont get it.
Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 14:43:28 EDT (#)
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Calm down there, slugger, it was a joke. It's what people do around here, you spaz.
Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 14:33:21 EDT (#)
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Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 14:25:12 EDT (#)
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Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:30:16 EDT (#)
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Every night is steamy in Florida, bobblahblah.
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Fucking noob.
http://www.ubersite.com/u/BobLobla
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You're completely right. The FIRST AND ONLY TIME "bob-lob-blah" was uttered/ typed/ used was on / in UBERSITE!! Any other use NOT referring to the uber user "boblobla" is clearly being uttered by a sheltered half wit hack who only wants to plagiarize something SO original and hilarious!!!!!
Thanks, sackshit!! You've opened my eyes!
Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 14:25:12 EDT (#)
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Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:30:16 EDT (#)
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Every night is steamy in Florida, bobblahblah.
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Fucking noob.
http://www.ubersite.com/u/BobLobla
Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:55:57 EDT (#)
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Did you say impress Tato?
Or give nightmares/ make vomit for days on end???
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:41:36 EDT (#)
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RightO' does Doodles count, that bloody cunts been beggin for me shaft?
Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:38:23 EDT (#)
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It should probably be living, whatever it is. Or you could try having the sekks with a person (NOT DEAD) next time....
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:34:33 EDT (#)
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Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:30:16 EDT (#)
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Every night is steamy in Florida, bobblahblah.
Shoving your dick into a roadkill squirrel did not demonstrate your sexual prowess like I let you believe.....
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What do I have to do to impress you then?
Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:30:16 EDT (#)
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Every night is steamy in Florida, bobblahblah.
Shoving your dick into a roadkill squirrel did not demonstrate your sexual prowess like I let you believe.....
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 13:10:33 EDT (#)
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Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:54:13 EDT (#)
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Alcohol brings people together.
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In more ways than one if you remember that wild, steamy night we had in FL...
Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:54:13 EDT (#)
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Alcohol brings people together.
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:43:57 EDT (#)
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Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:11:13 EDT (#)
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Truce right now boyo, I'm into this convo. I showed my brother the Single Barrel and he bought him a bottle, I ain't tested it yet. In middle school my friend's step-father had a nice private copper topped long bar that stayed stocked. Back then I did like Gentleman Jack, now I stick to beer, tequila, and red wine as my preference. I hate Crown and the Green Lable Jack, my uncle did have a good Canadian Whisky that I tried a few months back, didn't catch the name of it but I remember that it did come corked.
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Yeah dude, truce it is! You are gonna love the J.D. Single Barrel! Green Label Jack sucks but i do enjoy getting shitfaced on regular black label Jack. I'm not too hot on red wine but i do enjoy a nice bottle of white wine with dinner (then 3 or 4 bottles for dessert)
If you can definately give Canadian Club. It is a really smooth rye whiskey and is awesome as a short or mixed with ginger ale.
Submitted by tatersninja (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:28:24 EDT (#)
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No Comment
Submitted by kgbpasha (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:26:46 EDT (#)
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toomanywords.
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:25:47 EDT (#)
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Here's what I've got currently (look at the last images) http://www.ubersite.com/m/116016, plus a recently-added Johnnie Walker gift pack containing red, black, gold and (yes) blue. Just got back from the booze-a-rama and noted that they have several of the brands recommended. I'd pick a couple up today but I rode my motorcycle. Tomorrow for sure.
I like the JD Single Barrel and Gentleman Jack, and the better Maker's Mark and Beam products, but My all-time fave American Bourbon has to be Labrot and Graham Woodford Reserve. Highly recommended.
Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:17:39 EDT (#)
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I've only seen Bushmill's Reserve 10 & 16 year in the US. I'm not a whiskey connoisseur, but I do enjoy the 10-year when I have the chance. I had the pleasure of trying their own reserve at the distillery..mmm.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-08-27 12:08:17 EDT (#)
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The Fear of Scotch - A classic Shlongy post
http://www.ubersite.com/m/111469
And there's been a few more added since then.
Submitted by Nellypaal (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:16:30 EDT (#)
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Yup, that's another widely-available one here but I want to try some niche brands.
Submitted by MudWhistle (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:15:26 EDT (#)
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well you'd have to go Maker's Mark if you were to drink Bourbon
Submitted by Nellypaal (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:12:08 EDT (#)
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I've never tried anything but the standard JD which is a perfectly good weekend drink when you're too full of beer and want to get pissed. I can happily work my way through a bottle of bourbon if I've got enough ice (double standards) but I'd like to a wider range beyond the Wild Turkeys, Bullets, Knob Creeks etc. which one generally finds on these shores.
A well-made bourbon old fashioned is one of my favourite drinks, provided you've got somethig else to drink while you're waiting for it.
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:11:13 EDT (#)
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Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:02:02 EDT (#)
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Bushmills 15yr old is a fine drop.
I wouldn't completely write off american whiskey, Jack Daniels Single Barrel is quite tasty.
Canadian Club is a good rye whiskey, mix it with Canada Dry and you have yourself a Maple Leaf.
(much of my family is Canadian)
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Truce right now boyo, I'm into this convo. I showed my brother the Single Barrel and he bought him a bottle, I ain't tested it yet. In middle school my friend's step-father had a nice private copper topped long bar that stayed stocked. Back then I did like Gentleman Jack, now I stick to beer, tequila, and red wine as my preference. I hate Crown and the Green Lable Jack, my uncle did have a good Canadian Whisky that I tried a few months back, didn't catch the name of it but I remember that it did come corked.
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:02:02 EDT (#)
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Bushmills 15yr old is a fine drop.
I wouldn't completely write off american whiskey, Jack Daniels Single Barrel is quite tasty.
Canadian Club is a good rye whiskey, mix it with Canada Dry and you have yourself a Maple Leaf.
(much of my family is Canadian)
Submitted by Nellypaal (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:00:48 EDT (#)
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As far as I'm aware, tequila only comes from Mexico... Cuervo is the standard fare but you'll get a bit more choice in a fancy bar. Who cares when you're just throwing it down your neck?
And with a good malt, you want a drop of fresh water to bring out the subtleties of flavour. Just no ice, despite the admittedly great noise it makes - keep those shenanigans for your blends. Black Label's my standard I've-got-a-thirst-on-but-don't-want-to-nail-my-good-stuff tipple.
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 11:00:33 EDT (#)
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I new that the tequila would have to be imported cause the blue agave only grows in a certain spot in mexico. There are some good ones out there though that are as smooth as water and healthy as red wine. You just have to get away from the Jose Cuervo and Patron bullshit.
And I love me a good, dry red wine. Best drunk you can get.
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:54:59 EDT (#)
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I'm completely making a list right now. I've had Laphroaig and Talisker but none of the others I can recall trying as yet. There's a good booze-a-rama down the street, I'll see what they have or can get.
I drink my whiskey neat. Nothing in the glass but the spirit. The way God does.
Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:53:42 EDT (#)
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I don't know much about whisky, other than my own tastes.
I'm not a fan of Jack Daniels or Southern Comfort or any of these drinks that fall under the 'whisky' umbrella. What are they called...bourbon? I don't like bourbon.
And although I like my malts, I rarely have one as a first drink. I'll have a few beers or glasses of wine first, then fancy a wee nip.
I think we just get tequila imported for all the idiots to drink.
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:47:58 EDT (#)
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Not to sound ignorant, but I don't like whisky much. I guess I am ignorant though seeing as I don't know much about it, I've had my share of Tennessee and Canadian brands and as far as Irish goes I have tried Jameson and haven't found one that I like.
Someone give me a crash course on whisky and proper consumption methods. I'm thinking it is an acquired taste and all I have had is shit so far.
And the tequila bit was a real question, are there any good ones in Ireland or England?
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:47:37 EDT (#)
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H...Y...P...I'm hypnotised....H...Y...P.
No mention of the Undertones or Stiff Little Fingers???
PS. Go Lagavulin or don't go at all..
Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:43:13 EDT (#)
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Laphroaig is lovely, but any peatier and I wouldn't like it. Its on the cusp.
I love the ice, when you just pour the whisky and it cracks. Beautiful. I got a bottle of Glenrothes (where I grew up) recently which is rather pleasant, and a Highland Park which is, well, at least passable.
Submitted by Nellypaal (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:39:38 EDT (#)
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Bell, don't be putting ice in your malt. That's an inexcusable faux pas.
And strange that you like a Laphroaig but not the peaty island malts. Big fan of Lagavulin myself, and Talisker is a fine drop, you're right.
Skrap, others to look out for in my opinion are the Glenfarclas 21yo, any of the Balvenies and Benromach (OK, so it's not a world-beater but it's made where I grew up...)
Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:28:30 EDT (#)
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If I'm somewhere with a decent whisky list, I'll mix n' match between Laphroaig, Talisker and Macallan. They are my go-to choices, all fantastic with a few cubes of ice.
I'm not particularly fond of anything too peaty, so I stay away from Islays and Juras and the like, but I'll try anything once.
'Never steal another man's woman; never water another man's whisky.'
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:24:55 EDT (#)
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Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:04:50 EDT (#)
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If I were advising an American visiting Glasgow, there are definitely some pubs (and even whole streets) I'd steer them away from. On the plus side, such places are in the minority and you'd be welcomed heartily in most places.
And we have the best whisky.
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Good to hear.
Have you any whiskey recommendations? I've sampled a number of Bourbons and Scotches and I've tried a couple Irish offerings as well, but I'm always open to new ones.
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:10:45 EDT (#)
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Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:04:50 EDT (#)
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If I were advising an American visiting Glasgow, there are definitely some pubs (and even whole streets) I'd steer them away from. On the plus side, such places are in the minority and you'd be welcomed heartily in most places.
And we have the best whisky.
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The real question is what do you have for Tequila, boyo?
Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:04:50 EDT (#)
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If I were advising an American visiting Glasgow, there are definitely some pubs (and even whole streets) I'd steer them away from. On the plus side, such places are in the minority and you'd be welcomed heartily in most places.
And we have the best whisky.
Submitted by BobSandwich (user info) at 2008-08-27 10:04:18 EDT (#)
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+2 rating the post.
Thanks for not putting up a magic picture.
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:57:36 EDT (#)
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Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:40:05 EDT (#)
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You Americans are so cute when you talk about coming to Europe.
I think if I tried to take a picture of my local I'd be labelled a pervert, chased, stabbed, doused in whisky and burnt.
Mmmm...whisky.
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...you'd get treated such by your friends and you wonder why Americans won't drop in on you.
We agree about whiskey, though.
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:52:28 EDT (#)
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Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:33:09 EDT (#)
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Skrap- My first time in Ireland, which was spent in Belfast and Sligo, I hit something like 16 pubs. Trust me- it's fun.
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I am sure it'd be mostly fun, but there's two things to remember: A) you know people in the area, and 2) you're a girl - the people described in this post want to get drunk and have sex with you, whereas I'm not a girl - they want to get drunk and fight with me. At least in any pubs I would consider going to they'd want to fight me and have sex with you rather than the other way 'round. I'd rather not have to defend myself from punches, flying bullets, or for that matter buttrape in order to enjoy a night out.
And bullslinebacker - thanks for the kind offer but there's little point in wearing kevlar and hiding on vacation, and besides I'm not very good at hiding.
Submitted by Nellypaal (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:46:21 EDT (#)
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We've all got our schemies, but this was dull, dull, dull.
Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:40:05 EDT (#)
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You Americans are so cute when you talk about coming to Europe.
I think if I tried to take a picture of my local I'd be labelled a pervert, chased, stabbed, doused in whisky and burnt.
Mmmm...whisky.
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:35:23 EDT (#)
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Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:29:48 EDT (#)
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I am beginning to suspect that the planned month-long Pub Crawl vacation through Britain, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, and Belgium may not be as much fun as I was hoping it would be.
Right! Brilliant idea here... All Uberers in Britain, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, and Belgium send me a couple bottles of beer and a picture of your local. I'll trade even up - bottles of Yuengling and a picture of my local. http://www.skipperssmokehouse.com/
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Its cool, you are more than welcome to hide for your life in my flat. I can provide you with Harp Lager, dodgy kebabs and a kevlar vest (one previous owner)
Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:33:09 EDT (#)
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Skrap- My first time in Ireland, which was spent in Belfast and Sligo, I hit something like 16 pubs. Trust me- it's fun.
Submitted by skrapmetal (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:29:48 EDT (#)
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I am beginning to suspect that the planned month-long Pub Crawl vacation through Britain, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, and Belgium may not be as much fun as I was hoping it would be.
Right! Brilliant idea here... All Uberers in Britain, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, and Belgium send me a couple bottles of beer and a picture of your local. I'll trade even up - bottles of Yuengling and a picture of my local. http://www.skipperssmokehouse.com/
Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:23:46 EDT (#)
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Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-27 08:55:49 EDT (#)
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Yeah dude, i know what its like, i live on the Falls.
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My stepmom grew up on the Falls Road. Her friends, who I consider family, live close to McGinty's Pub now.
Submitted by Sacrilicious (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:21:57 EDT (#)
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I've been to Belfast twice, my stepmom is from there. A greeting that consists of machine guns being drawn on the car (of a Belfast resident) isn't exactly a tourist's idea of a welcome wagon, but the beauty of the Antrim coastline makes it all worth it.
Submitted by BranDo (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:20:43 EDT (#)
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We used to call them Dachau's.
Submitted by Dextreme (user info) at 2008-08-27 09:05:14 EDT (#)
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poor scallies/chavs/pikeys
Submitted by bullslinebacker (user info) at 2008-08-27 08:55:49 EDT (#)
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Yeah dude, i know what its like, i live on the Falls.
Thanks Doodles...i can always count on you to be predictable.
Submitted by F.J.Bell (user info) at 2008-08-27 08:55:10 EDT (#)
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We got the neds in Glasgow. They've taken to wandering about with devil dogs, huge brutes that strain on the leash, snarling and dribbling over everything in sight.
Submitted by Doodles (user info) at 2008-08-27 08:48:29 EDT (#)
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Didn't read it by the way.
Submitted by Doodles (user info) at 2008-08-27 08:48:15 EDT (#)
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Cos you seem to hate them.
Submitted by Grimm (user info) at 2008-08-27 08:45:46 EDT (#)
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I've been to Belfast. I rode a big gay red double decker tourist bus right through the Falls (where most of the 'troubles' took place.) A group of teenagers all gave my bus the finger. And a drunken old man slapped my stomach so hard I felt it in my nads.