What is the next best thing to Maker's Mark?

[April]

'Cause I don't think it's gonna last out the month.

Any other ideas?

 

[ExLimey]

Maybe I lead an incredibly sheltered life, because I find it impossible to tell you what the next best thing to Maker's Mark is because I have no idea what Maker's Mark is in the first place!?!?

 

[Rambling Rose]

A glass.

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[alexandraaah]

Are you somewhere that you can't get maker's?

I prefer whiskey to bourbon, but if I had some more info. on your whereabouts I could be of more help.

(an actual question I can answer...it was bound to happen).

 

[P. B. Walker]

Depends on how much you want to pay...

I know the mid-range priced stuff... something like Jimmy Beam...

if your mixing it with something... go for Beam or cheaper...

- PBW

 

[Hamletmaschine]

Switch to scotch. That's my suggestion.

 

[ExLimey]

I'm a gin man myself. Bombay Sapphire to be exact.

 

[April]

I don't think I can get it mailed. I checked one site, and it said they couldn't.

I will look around for it here, but I don't think I'll find it. You never know, though.

Blushing Rose, can I have those bottles? LOL

I have access to Jack Daniels and Jim Beam, but it's not the same taste. I've gotten quite fond of the taste of Maker's. And yes, I mix it with Coke 'cause I'm a wimp. But the level of Coke is slowly dwindling.

But what tastes close to it? So I have a backup when I finish the bottle?

 

[alexandraaah]

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But what tastes close to it? So I have a backup when I finish the bottle?

Knob Creek...it's more expensive but it's bourbon and has that same nutty finish thing happening.

 

[P. B. Walker]

I don't think I can get it mailed. I checked one site, and it said they couldn't.

I will look around for it here, but I don't think I'll find it. You never know, though.

Blushing Rose, can I have those bottles? LOL

I have access to Jack Daniels and Jim Beam, but it's not the same taste. I've gotten quite fond of the taste of Maker's. And yes, I mix it with Coke 'cause I'm a wimp. But the level of Coke is slowly dwindling.

But what tastes close to it? So I have a backup when I finish the bottle?

A true whiskey/bourbon connesiour would fall over dead with a heart attack if he/she saw you mix Makers with coke. LOL. But I have to admit... I've done it myself a few times. Actually... if you get some sour mix with the coke, you can make a pretty tasty drink. I think it's ice to the top of the glass, makers til there's about an inch left, then coke to the top, then a capful or two of the sour mix. Stir it up and drink.

I've never found anything close to Makers Mark. Sorry. After a few drinks it's all the same anyway. LOL. Just use more coke those first couple of drinks. I used to be a Jim Beam man myself.

- PBW

 

[Vilac]

I agree with Alexandra.....Knob Creek would be an acceptable alternative to Maker's.

If you don't mind me asking....where are you located that you cannot find Maker's any longer?

V~~~

 

[CarolineOh]

Switch to scotch. That's my suggestion.

I could never acquire a taste for Scotch. I'm a bourbon girl.
None of that Jim Beam stuff either, PBW, bring the Jack Daniels' or the panties stay on.

 

[P. B. Walker]

I could never acquire a taste for Scotch. I'm a bourbon girl.
None of that Jim Beam stuff either, PBW, bring the Jack Daniels' or the panties stay on.

LMAO... works for me.

- PBW

 

[MorgaineLaFay]

Switch to scotch. That's my suggestion.

I'm with you..I'm a scotch girl...


Morgy

 

[login]

I actually prefer Knob Creek myself, but I bet it's just as hard to find. I also like Weller Special Reserve, and it should be easier to find and a little cheaper.

 

[riff]

I like it all (scotch, tequilla, bourbon, vodka, rum, gin) in that order.

My favorite bourbons are Kentucky Straight Whiskies.

Old GrandDad is an excellent straight whiskey that is widely overlooked.

 

[weathered2]

When I was a starving college student, Jim Beam was clearly superior, to my taste, to anything else I could afford. Now for some reason I prefer the taste of Jack Daniels Black. Have a nearly full bottle of Makers Mark, but will go see Jack first if he's around. When I feel like a change, I go "clear" and fly the Grey Goose.

 

[April]

Thanks for the suggestions. I'll keep them in mind when I'm out shopping.

Vilac, I'm in Germany, so some of the suggestions can't be found here.

 

[sch00lteacher]

Jack Daniels. Might work.

If I could I'd mail you some (Maker's Mark), but not overseas.

What is that other stuff... Johnny Walker Black? Think so. Or Red, I like the Black myself.

Poor baby. This is serious. Very serious. You won't understand unless you yourself have had Maker's Mark.

 

[Debbie]

April? I have never heard of Maker's Mark.
Dillinger drinks it too? What is the big appeal?
My favourites are Scrumpy Cider and Coruba rum.

 

[scylis]

i vote we start up a collection to buy a case of the stuff and ship it out to her. it's the Lit thing to do!

requesting Ensign Mark report to her command for duty!



(that's a pseudo joke. you see, back in the late 50s there was a new Russian sub out prowling around. now, the commander of the US sub fleet started a bet. the first sub captain to get the thing to surface, for it was diesel-powered back then, would receive a full case of Jack Daniels to do with as he pleased. when one did it, he sent out a message that went along the lines of "Urgent. Requesting Ensign Daniels report to my command for duty," so as to keep what had just occured secret)

 

[April]

April? I have never heard of Maker's Mark.
Dillinger drinks it too? What is the big appeal?
My favourites are Scrumpy Cider and Coruba rum.

I hadn't heard of it either until Dillinger and Kitten Eyes were talking about it.
Didn't think much of it until I had a chance to have some on the airplane. Dammmnnn. Had some more on my trip, and more on the plane back. I cam home with a bottle of it. Damn shame I didn't think to buy two bottles. LOL

I don't drink that much, really. *snort* Yeah, just look at the bottle, and you'll see that's a lie. But it tastes so good. Much smoother than Jack Daniels.

I think I'll give the Johnny Walker Black a try next.

 

[OldAllisWD45]

I know I am going to get blasted for this

Personally I dont care for Makers Mark. I prefer to drink my whiskey double with three cubes of ice. My three brands of choice are:

George Dickle 10yr (has the white label)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Reserve
Wild Turkey Rare Breed

and if I just want to get shitfaced I run up the road to the old man and get me a quart of shine and then pray the hangover goes away



just a footnote..... it also helps that I live within 30 miles of both the Jack Daniels distillery and the George Dickle distillery. If you enjoy Jack Black you will love the single barrel reserve........ smooth as honey

 

[Debbie]

I hadn't heard of it either until Dillinger and Kitten Eyes were talking about it.
Didn't think much of it until I had a chance to have some on the airplane. Dammmnnn. Had some more on my trip, and more on the plane back. I cam home with a bottle of it. Damn shame I didn't think to buy two bottles. LOL

I don't drink that much, really. *snort* Yeah, just look at the bottle, and you'll see that's a lie. But it tastes so good. Much smoother than Jack Daniels.

I think I'll give the Johnny Walker Black a try next.

I haven't tried many 'top shelf' drinks. Whisky, tequila etc apart from rum.
LOL
Will try to buy Makers Mark locally in New Zealand tomorrow.
Bet the guy/gal at the liquor store goes, "Huh?"

 

[Vilac]

Vilac, I'm in Germany, so some of the suggestions can't be found here.

Germany, hmm....
My only other suggestion for a larger known lable would be Johhny Walker Black...or if the funds permit, Johnny Walker Blue. Other than that.....best of luck!

V~~~