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I also got this whisky while I was in Japan a couple of days ago. Got it at the Duty Free shop.
And just FYI, it's the same type that Bill Murray was filming a commercial for in the film, Lost in Translation, although the age of the whisky may have been different.
EDIT: I just checked,and the Hibiki 17 year old is the same one featured in the movie.
Looks tasty! For some reason when watching that movie I didn't even think to check to see if that whiskey he was advertising was real. Now I want a bottle!
Bought the bumper last night from fifth ave.
Quite like it, moreso than the case I already had...
Quite like it, moreso than the case I already had...
Clarissa Dickson-Wright: A History of English Food in hardback for my Mum's present
And a bottle of 18 year old single malt Scotch for me Step-Dad. This ***** is probably quite flammable, or maybe even explosive. I'm not going anywhere near it, good luck to him and Merry Xmas, I'll be sticking to the Peroni.
And a bottle of 18 year old single malt Scotch for me Step-Dad. This ***** is probably quite flammable, or maybe even explosive. I'm not going anywhere near it, good luck to him and Merry Xmas, I'll be sticking to the Peroni.
Took advantage of Best Buy's outrageous deals these last couple weeks:
And finished my ToR pickups, to complement my CE and "Making of" book:
And finished my ToR pickups, to complement my CE and "Making of" book:
No problem, did some searching, but not many reviews on use in medicine. Bestbuy had a month long return policy, so I bought it.
So far I like the Kindle fire, does what I need and easily fits in my coat. May have talked a couple people into getting them at work as well.
Just need epocrates on this thing.
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@SD: Your dad is really going to like his gift. 
I haven't tried it, but it must be excellent.
I like the Hibiki 17 more than the Yamazaki 12, which I've had several bottles of, and both are better than Hakushu. EDIT TO ADD: The Hibiki is very sweet, with a strong caramel nose and flavour. There's a hint of peat. It's not as smooth as the Yamazaki that I remember, if "smooth" is your thing. I'm surprised because it's 17 years old!! The Yamazaki is far less sweet, and not as interesting. There are times where I'd probably prefer the Yamazaki, but the Hibiki is definitely the better whisky.
This is one of the best whiskies I have ever tried, single malt or not.
The other Japanese brand you should try is Nikka. It'll be more expensive outside Japan than Suntory due to availability, but they're very good.
I haven't tried it, but it must be excellent.I like the Hibiki 17 more than the Yamazaki 12, which I've had several bottles of, and both are better than Hakushu. EDIT TO ADD: The Hibiki is very sweet, with a strong caramel nose and flavour. There's a hint of peat. It's not as smooth as the Yamazaki that I remember, if "smooth" is your thing. I'm surprised because it's 17 years old!! The Yamazaki is far less sweet, and not as interesting. There are times where I'd probably prefer the Yamazaki, but the Hibiki is definitely the better whisky.
This is one of the best whiskies I have ever tried, single malt or not.
The other Japanese brand you should try is Nikka. It'll be more expensive outside Japan than Suntory due to availability, but they're very good.
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Something I've always, always, always wanted. A great condition 30" cinema display for 625. Owner marked it originally for 1100 but i managed to talk him into a reduction for a quick deal. He threw in a new dual link dvi adaptor too. Stoked.
Wow, Great deal! I've always wanted a 30 inch cinema display too, they simply look stunning to me, and in a certain sense I prefer them to the current Thunderbolt Display. the aspect ratio of the screen and design are way better, not to mention they don't have that annoying glare! Let us see a picture of your setup with your newest addiction
@SD: Your dad is really going to like his gift.
I like the Hibiki 17 more than the Yamazaki 12, which I've had several bottles of, and both are better than Hakushu. EDIT TO ADD: The Hibiki is very sweet, with a strong caramel nose and flavour. There's a hint of peat. It's not as smooth as the Yamazaki that I remember, if "smooth" is your thing. I'm surprised because it's 17 years old!! The Yamazaki is far less sweet, and not as interesting. There are times where I'd probably prefer the Yamazaki, but the Hibiki is definitely the better whisky.
This is one of the best whiskies I have ever tried, single malt or not.
The other Japanese brand you should try is Nikka. It'll be more expensive outside Japan than Suntory due to availability, but they're very good.
I appreciate it, I will put Hibiki on my list to drink. Last night at dinner I had another glass after my steak. Yam is by no means a "smooth" consideration in my mind, however I do like it.
My brothers and I are going to play some Mario Kart and Dr. Mario (super nintendo version, on computer with the 50in TV) on xmas day. Decided to replace my rumble pads (wired) with 4 of these.
Super Nes and Super Nintendo look awful on a 50 inch tv. I have all the sega, super nes and Nes games on my wii and my computer. I always just play it on my computer because it looks so weird on such a big screen. As for Nintendo you get the throw back vibe but I have over 500 games for that system and only 4 are fun.
Eh, I like the old graphics. As long as it's not too far from the original look. I've played it on the 32 inch and it looked good enough.
Maybe I should do a trial run prior to xmas, might have to bring the 32 inch downstairs.
Maybe I should do a trial run prior to xmas, might have to bring the 32 inch downstairs.
Yea it is almost unplayable. Even super nintendo looks awful. When you play these back up games on Xbox or PS3 they did little graphical touch ups to them but on the wii or on computer that you get for free it's the exact same game you play'd 20 years ago on a 12-20 inch screen to a 50 inch led,lcd or plasma screen and you will really notice the difference. It's like playing a gameboy advance game on a 50 inch screen. Awful
Had a bunch of credit to Amazon.com so I ordered some stuff for hiking/skiing:
-backcountry ski pants
-gaiters for hiking
-yaktrax for snow hiking
-lightweight gloves for hiking/ xc skiing
-heavier gloves for backcountry skiing
Also ordered a Kindle Fire. I would like an iPad, but I can't justify the price difference when all I want is a device for ebook reading and streaming netflix. My roommate has a Fire and the size is great for holding in one hand.
-backcountry ski pants
-gaiters for hiking
-yaktrax for snow hiking
-lightweight gloves for hiking/ xc skiing
-heavier gloves for backcountry skiing
Also ordered a Kindle Fire. I would like an iPad, but I can't justify the price difference when all I want is a device for ebook reading and streaming netflix. My roommate has a Fire and the size is great for holding in one hand.
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