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Lixx
Mr. Grumpy™
Joined: Tue Oct 09, 2007 8:01 am Posts: 7380 Location: Deep in the Jungle
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mmmm Hendricks Gin
Mind you I was banned from ever touching gin again after one fateful night years ago drinking every patrons French 75's (Gin & Champagne) at a bar my bartender friend worked in on a dare. So dreadfully ill my g/f practically had to carry me home and I proceeded to vomit till I turned blue she said. After being sick from a particular spirit, one does not usually want to partake in it again. Till this summer. When visiting relatives in NJ I was introduced to Hendricks Gin (infused with cucumber). Man is this stuff heavenly. Just bought a bottle with the proceeds of a block yard sale (on a scorching hot day here in Buffalo). Going to sit outside in the evening with that ol' Snoop tune Gin & Juice in my head... Do you care? Probably not, but I haven't had a decent drink in weeks...
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 2:42 pm |
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dxxe
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Joined: Tue Jun 15, 2010 3:32 am Posts: 757 Location: Birmingham/Nottingham U.K
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Hendricks is an awesome gin, especially nice on a hot summers day. Not that we know much about summer over here.
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 2:57 pm |
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lurker
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Joined: Thu Dec 08, 2005 8:22 pm Posts: 3696 Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Does it come in a cooler botle than crystal head vodka?
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 3:02 pm |
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wingnut0
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Joined: Tue Nov 23, 2010 7:09 pm Posts: 2466 Location: Boston-ish
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Hendricks and tonic with cucumber..good stuff.
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 3:15 pm |
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ultrakaiju
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Joined: Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:51 pm Posts: 7316
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Not to take anything away from Dan Aykroyd (K-town represent!), but gimicky packaging like this usually equates in my mind to less than stellar product, so I usually steer away. Can't say either way for the Crystal Head vodka, as I haven't imbibed myself, but the Hendricks bottle is actually appealing in its traditional simplicity. An all-around nice gin. Good choice No everyone's thing I know, but for cucumbered drinks I still won't turn down a decently made Pimms on a hot day.
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 3:19 pm |
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Lixx
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Joined: Tue Oct 09, 2007 8:01 am Posts: 7380 Location: Deep in the Jungle
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Hendriks bottle is sort of like an oldschool moonshine bottle from the 20's.
Mmmm Ultra I love Pimms cup as well. Pimms cup and ginger ale!
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 3:36 pm |
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bansheebot
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Joined: Sat Apr 07, 2007 12:09 pm Posts: 5003
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
I'll just sit here and finish my case of Natty Light...
Though this thread has made me want to go to the liquor store and now I will. Thanks, guys.
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 3:53 pm |
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Lixx
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Joined: Tue Oct 09, 2007 8:01 am Posts: 7380 Location: Deep in the Jungle
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Let us know what you picked up! I'm wasted lol
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:21 pm |
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Leecifer
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Joined: Thu Dec 27, 2007 6:06 pm Posts: 2018 Location: Oaktown hills
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
I care! But cucumber?!? Really?
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:31 pm |
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dxxe
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Joined: Tue Jun 15, 2010 3:32 am Posts: 757 Location: Birmingham/Nottingham U.K
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Leecifer wrote: I care! But cucumber?!? Really? Seriously. Its good, very good!
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:38 pm |
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Joined: Tue Feb 21, 2006 2:51 pm Posts: 5615 Location: PDX
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Agreed on the cucumber!
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:42 pm |
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Leecifer
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Joined: Thu Dec 27, 2007 6:06 pm Posts: 2018 Location: Oaktown hills
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Ok I'm sold!
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:45 pm |
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Lixx
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Joined: Tue Oct 09, 2007 8:01 am Posts: 7380 Location: Deep in the Jungle
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Cucumbers are good! They soak up alcohol and are like a delicious treat at the end!
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 4:46 pm |
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slipstar01
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Joined: Sun Mar 13, 2011 5:20 pm Posts: 2470 Location: Sparta, Michigan
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
I'm a fan of Van Gogh Gin, but I'm a whiskey man myself. Since this is a predominately Japanese toy forum, I'll be the first to encourage Suntory:The Yamakazi 18 year old malt whiskey, it's smokey, sweet, and spicy all rolled into each sip. If you ever get a chance give it a try, at 30 dollars a bottle, it's expensive, but affordable. Check it out.
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jebcrow
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Joined: Wed May 24, 2006 4:11 pm Posts: 2253 Location: lahn-dahn
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Good call chris!!!
Gin is my fave spirit...and only hendricks or bombay sapphire will do!!!
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 5:49 pm |
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bansheebot
Super Deformed
Joined: Sat Apr 07, 2007 12:09 pm Posts: 5003
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Lixx wrote: Let us know what you picked up! I'm wasted lol Just some cheap-ass vodka to use with the rest of my Bloody Mary mix.
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 5:58 pm |
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kaijuphotobooth
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Joined: Fri Jul 01, 2011 2:19 pm Posts: 119 Location: Portland, OR
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Hendricks rules hard. I like it with mint, maybe something like a gin julep... very refreshing and wonderful. also like the traditional julep with some bulliet bourbon. It's time to shake up a drink!
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Sat Jun 16, 2012 6:58 pm |
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Lixx
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Joined: Tue Oct 09, 2007 8:01 am Posts: 7380 Location: Deep in the Jungle
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
jebcrow wrote: Good call chris!!! Gin is my fave spirit...and only hendricks or bombay sapphire will do!!! Normally not a fan, but Hendricks has really won me over. Very summery drink. Usually I'm all about Mojitos and Caipirinhas in the summer but I get bored with the same old, and the latter are a lot of work. I've decided quality is the best move since I rarely buy liquor anyhow. bansheebot wrote: Lixx wrote: Let us know what you picked up! I'm wasted lol Just some cheap-ass vodka to use with the rest of my Bloody Mary mix. Hey if it does the trick why not right? Besides I'm all about being efficient with what I have to work with anyhow. I just happen to see a cucumber in the fridge and said to myself...expensive gin time! kaijuphotobooth wrote: Hendricks rules hard. I like it with mint, maybe something like a gin julep... very refreshing and wonderful. also like the traditional julep with some bulliet bourbon. It's time to shake up a drink! This sounds really yummy, I must try this. Kim is going to Denver for 3 days starting Monday so I'll be home alone. Might have to develop the noon rule, meaning I have to start drinking as soon as it hits noon. No AC and I think it's going to be hot this week (I live in an upstairs apt).
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Mr.Krotpong
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Joined: Sun Dec 18, 2011 3:01 pm Posts: 409 Location: Austin, Texas
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Hendricks is the only gin I'll drink. Get a rocks glass, crush a fresh lime quarter in the bottom, add ice. 2 ounces of Hendricks (plus a splash). Add a quality tonic to your taste. Easily the best G & T you'll ever have.
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DYBBUKIM
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Joined: Sat Feb 18, 2006 2:49 pm Posts: 2726 Location: San Frandisco
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Got a bottle tonight. I chilled it, then I drank 2 shots in a tumbler. Great gin!
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Sun Jun 17, 2012 3:21 am |
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atom gray
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Joined: Tue Dec 27, 2011 11:31 pm Posts: 255 Location: eastbay
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
new amsterdam is our official house gin. incredibly complex and tasty for the price point...
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palepoli
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Joined: Sat Oct 04, 2008 6:31 am Posts: 621 Location: New Orleans
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
slipstar01 wrote: I'm a fan of Van Gogh Gin, but I'm a whiskey man myself. Since this is a predominately Japanese toy forum, I'll be the first to encourage Suntory:The Yamakazi 18 year old malt whiskey, it's smokey, sweet, and spicy all rolled into each sip. If you ever get a chance give it a try, at 30 dollars a bottle, it's expensive, but affordable. Check it out. Shouldn't there be a one in front of that three or is the restaurant by my house out of control with their price?
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sensensempompom
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Joined: Mon Feb 06, 2012 12:09 am Posts: 1162 Location: MTL
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Hendricks Gin Flor de Caña Rum i also like Chartreuse and i don't know my Tequila but 4 Copas Blanco was good
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bryce_r
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Joined: Wed Aug 15, 2007 10:57 am Posts: 7991 Location: SanJose
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
Bizarre thread. I usually drink Sapphire but last night an ex coworker ordered Hendricks and it was pretty good. I've never heard of it with the exception of this thread. Anyway... very light and didn't leave that 'pine tree' taste.
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I Am The Fourth
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Joined: Tue Apr 13, 2010 3:53 pm Posts: 2552 Location: Anywhere
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Re: mmmm Hendricks Gin
I think this thread needs to be renamed to "High Spirits" Lately I've been drinking Tequila, 1800 silver. Sipping it straight, with maybe a splash of lime and a Jalapeno-stuffed olive (Texas twist for ya!). On the rocks to keep the heat down. Tonic usually adds a good kick too.... I need to diversify though! Might check out some Gins and Brandys.
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