When asked to identify "the term commonly used to refer to the historical period in which Protestants broke away from the Catholic Church," two-thirds of the general public (65%) correctly chose the Reformation. I dont give a rip shit about religion and in fact LOATHE the typical evangelical protestant types like Swaggart, Murdoch etc. Palate Great smooth flavor and a soft long finish. I came to mention Powers- it seems my work is done. All Irish whiskey is great. Jeffrey, isnt there an expiration date to such things? Previous Post Elements Eight Rum There was still a lot of Catholics in Scotland. [11], In 1961, a Coffey still was installed in John's Lane Distillery, allowing the production of vodka and gin, in addition to the testing of grain whiskey for use in blended whiskey. Comment He replied, Bushmills. Sweeter, rich with barley, and perfect with one ice cube. In the mean time, the closest I can get to Ireland is my Bushmills and Guinness at night, and Kerrygold butter on toast for breakfast. Porn S, Eugene, Oregon friends! Jameson was pretty much founded in 1780 when John Jameson a Scottish guy purchased the Bow Street Distillery, which at the time was one of the biggest distilleries in Ireland. Wow, this was such a fun read through. In particular the 1951 offering of which Ive never tasted its superior. [3], Following reform of the distilling laws in 1823, the distillery expanded rapidly. The main differences between Tullamore Dew vs Jameson are: Tullamore Dew is produced in different distilleries, whereas Jameson is produced in a single distillery. Connemara Cask Strength is a real treat, and Greenore Single Grain is likewise enjoyable. Who really cares. I was raised Catholic by my mother after the parents divorced when I was three. Car bombs, kidnappings, murders, protests, etc. Been sipping since I was a wee-lad and have tried lots of whiskey with leanings towards both Irish whiskey and Single malt Scotches. Irish whiskey is only good for shots. Usually King James Version. Looking for Irish Whiskey to use in a recipe for bread pudding I paid a visit to our local liquor store and inquired as to the best Irish Whiskey available. @Darby OGill. All of it. There is a rivalry, to be sure, but it is all about business, and not about religion. He said, I guess they will have to be giving up the Guiness as well? Another Figoli Quinn Website (Digital Ocean) | Mind you the order as I see it goes Knappogue 51 > Midleton Rare > Knappogue 15 > Redbreast > Black Bush > Knappogue 92 > Tullamore Dew (makes for the best Irish Coffee) > Then take your pick of the Jamesons/Bushmills/Cooley offerings. and Rangers F.C., the two largest Scottish football clubs sometimes referred to as the Old Firm, whose support base is traditionally predominantly Catholic and Protestant respectively. In 1841, John Power, grandson of the founder was awarded a baronetcy, a hereditary title. Bushmills on one end, Jamesons on the other. , Do note that the greatest tv show of all time, The Wire, always showed the Baltimore cops ordering Jameson in the bars, and the hero, McNulty, becomes indignant when only Bushmills is available at a partys open bar ( I guess most of the cops were Irish Catholic ), so traditions prevailed. The plantation of Ulster started in 1609, and BTW that very same King (James I) planted the Jamestown settlement in Virginia two year previous in 1607. Most of those comments are from Americans who watch a lot of television, Im afraid. Thanks, Mike. There was an Irish-American lobby group headed by a politician that was running for mayor that started a whole anti-Bushmills campaign in San Francisco in the early 90s claiming that the company never hired Catholics, a convenient attract Irish-American votes. We were servedcorned beef and cabbage with California wine and a shot of Paddy cut with Baileys after dinner. Though I guess thats for a different forum. The date of 1608 doesnt even specifically relate to that brand but that a license was granted in somewhere in that general area. In 1966, with the Irish whiskey industry still struggling following Prohibition in the United States, the Anglo-Irish Trade War and the rise of competition from Scotch whiskey, John Power & Son joined forces with the only other remaining distillers in the Irish Republic, the Cork Distilleries Company and their Dublin rivals John Jameson & Son, to form Irish Distillers. Distilling of locally grown agricultural to produce alcohol is something that is not peculiar to Ireland. Thank you everyone for the new rea, Finally home from three wonderful days in Berlin a, When life gives you fresh passionfruits. Lived in Ireland my whole life and as an avid whiskey drinker, both scotch and Irish, Ive never encountered that conversation. Catholic and Slovak-American, my personal preference is Jamesons. Ive worked my way through nearly all the brands mentioned here and yet consistently return to my beloved Jameson 12 neat. Assertive and complex, with lots of development and seemingly infinite dimension. The northern Protestant states, angered by the violation of their rights to choose granted in the Peace of Augsburg, banded together to form the Protestant Union. Not sure if it is available outside of Ireland, but if you can, get a hold of a bottle. Tullamore Dew, Powers, Paddy, Midleton Very Rare, Green Spot, and . Well, being of Scots-descent, Ill take one of each. Three persons in one God: Father, Son and Holy . Irish for the whiskey Liquorice-like sherry notes [3] At the time the distillery had three pot stills, though only one, a 500-gallon still is thought to have been in use. DONT EVER ask an Irish person , north or south if they are catholic or protestant because they will look at you with contempt. The overwhelming majority of people in Ireland just want to get on with their lives, as they have always done and forget about this petty conflict. I grew up in a so-called Protestant area in west County Down where nobody really cares what you are. Sorry, but I have always loved them both. It is the second-largest-selling brand of Irish whiskey globally, with sales of over 1,500,000 cases per annum as of 2020. Jameson is always a great go-to, easy and smooth. I am for Bushmills especially sprinkled over banana bread. Nice lark, it is my keeper whiskey (special occasion), while Powers is now my everyday spirit. Interesting and often amusing reading of so many perspectives. The big difference between the two whiskies has nothing to do with religion, which is silly and, in some respects, rather ignorant. The Protestant Reformation was a religious reform movement that swept through Europe in the 1500s. To inject religion into the discussion demeans the very simple fact that whiskey has no religion despite the understandable biases of the past. Right now Redbreast, Bushmills 10yr Single malt ( drinking neat as I type), Jameson and Michael Collins Blend. About 5 or 6 years ago they flooeded Irish bars with it just before St. Paddys Day,almost forcing bars to sell off a lot of free stock they received. This is coming from a protestant raised irish man from the local area. Starting with Bushmills which I am using as a warm up to my usual Wild Turkey 101. Im married to a Protestant and my best friend and fellow whiskey hound is a also one. When Tug McGraw was interviewed after winning the world series in 1980, they asked him what he was going to spend his series winnings on. mhermher 9 yr. ago I always remark "that's Protestant whiskey" at any mention of bushmills, but no one ever catches the reference. 1. What is the lore and legend and reputation of Tullamore Dew? I think Paddys may be even rarer in the US than Powers. TRIPLE SEC, 2 shots of BUSHMILLS, Privacy Policy | Fathers side Ulster.ancestors to America ca 1719. Dont fall for those expensive effete offerings. Although, when faced with only Jameson and Bushmills, I will usually go for the Bushmills. During this period, when the Dublin whiskey distilleries were amongst the largest in the world, the family-run firms of John Power, along with John Jameson, William Jameson, and George Roe, (collectively known as the "Big Four") came to dominate the Irish distilling landscape, introducing several innovations. Anyway, both of your sources are wrong, but at least your father got the order right. It was fine w me, because the Jameson Distillery tour was fantastic. Jameson is a blended potstill whiskey (malted + Unmalted grain blended with grain whiskey). I noticed a little uncertainty about spelling in the story. [4] In addition, Barnard was high in his praise for Powers whiskey, noting:[4]. Theres a scene in season 3 of The Wire that went right over my head: McNulty asks the bartender for a Jameson, and the bartender asks is Bushmills ok? McNulty comes back with aw, thats Protestant whiskey! Grudgingly, he accepts, but asks for it neat. Please remember quite a few of you presidents from Grant to Clinton descended from this part of the world. (Ref. It was a big hit with my fellow pilgrims. My wifes grandmother an active protestant would not let me in her house due to my faith. Good luck and god bless Hun. It was also the period during which the Roman Catholic Church, as an entity distinct from other . Jamesons one-time MD (CEO in the USA) was Andrew Jameson. The truth is that great whiskey is produced in both the north and south of Ireland. Paid 10 Euro for a shot of it in Dublin, and well worth the price. [7], In 1871, the distillery was expanded and rebuilt in the Victorian style, becoming one of the most impressive sights in Dublin. If you guys can get your hands on Kilbeggan, it will not disappointI only recently discovered it and thought Id share. Being good to people is the very best thing you can do for yourself. Ive enjoyed most Irish whiskey Ive sampled, including Powers, Tully, and Bushmills. The Thirty Years' War was a series of wars in Central Europe between 1618 and 1648. Bushmills was my first taste of Irish Whiskey. Not what religion you think a whiskey holds. Jameson has distilled fine Irish malt which has been then sold to Bushmills to use as a blend all of the way through the most controversial of times of Irish English relations to current. 1 line was bottling Bushmills. Only if you are an idiot! Currently, I go though a case of Jameson for every bottle of Bushmills that we sell at our bar. This is wayyyy late, and I apologize, but the record needed to be set straight. If I was the kind of person who blogwhored, I would http://tinyurl.com/d92kdl This works in the same way that Protestants love their Guinness just as much as Roman Catholics in fact, I know a lot of Catholics who never drink the stuff. It is calles an ORANGEMANhas nothing to do with Syracuse University. Granted, I dont mix my whiskey with Coke or Ginger Ale, so perhaps Im missing the best presentation of Powers Gold Label. This is mildly off topic, but does anyone else find Jameson to be similar in many ways to Wild Turkey bourbon? It was their house label Irish before it was readily available in the US. Really liked Knockando but I havent seen it around in some time. Im a Redbreast man first when feeling flush, but usually turn to Powers or the old John J when cash flow is normal. [1], Historically, Powers Gold Label was the best-selling whiskey in Ireland. You say What can one expect from people [Italians] who prefer grappa to the true Water of Life?, To continue the original theme of this thread religion IMO, grappa proves the existence of God. However, ownership remained in the family until 1966, and several descendants of his sisters remained at work with the company until recent times. The full like of Bushmills (and a couple of other Irish whiskeys) will be available for sampling at Whiskies of the World on March 27th. Class dismissed. And as you can check from the email address I come from Finland, a protestant country. The version that Im familiar with is, of course Jamison is Catholic and Bushmills is Protestant. Spose its kinda like Rangers (hoik-phew) and Celtic FC really. there was thought to be up towards 25 distilleries in this town at one time. Utter nonsense. Do you have a clue what an ol Yankee could do there for wages? Who do I believe, the man who raised me, or some drunk I met in a bar? linseed oil is used on its own or blended with other drying oils, resins and solvents as an impregnator and varnish in wood finishing, as a pigment binder in oil paints, as a plasticizer and hardener in putty and in the manufacture of linoleum. from wikipedia, Michael Jackson Will never forgive parents. Bushmills isnt produed deep in the heart of protestant country its produced on the north coast which is mixed catholic and protestant, sure the catholic stronghold Glens of Antrim are down the road. 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Wexford, This page was last edited on 15 February 2023, at 23:21. They have started construction now on a grain still on site now which means that the full three components of the blend will be produced in Tullamore. It is about the spirit in the bottle, not in a church. Prom_STar 9 yr. ago When it comes to what crosses my lips I guess I am an agnostic. Ah. I often wonder why those Irish-Americans (usually in Irish bars of Boston or New York)who bring up this absurd and frankly bigoted discussion about Protestant & Catholic whiskey do not apply the same rule when it comes to drinking that most Irish of drinks Guinness. As an irish american raised in an irish roman catholic family I can say this: I took a fifth of Bushmills with me in my checked luggage. And to those who dont know, that hint of bourbon flavor comes from the fact that Jamesons is aged in used American bourbon barrels as are most Irish whiskeys. Holy moly, Im thankful for everyone who, New York City! The numbers level out when it comes to religions those. Ive been a big fan of Jamesons for many years, first drinking it when I was younger. We dont live in the dark ages anymore, though clearly prejudice and ignorance persist. The fun is is teasing those who do not know/care to understand. Period. Now I need to locate Redbreast! I always love showing up with a gallon jug of pre-mixed margaritas for the party, so Ive. I can see you have been horribly scared by the conflict. Very easy arrangement. Gin with a lime is Protestant. While were tossing around personal stories, about 20 years ago I met some younger guys from Glasgow at a local pub, and I mentioned how I knew that neither Scotland nor Ireland were altogether warm with England, but I didnt know how the Irish and Scots felt about each other. As a good Roman Catholic, Ive always raised my Jameson in tribute to my Irish Catholic brethren (actually I like Jameson a little more than Bushmills anyway) until, on a recent trip to Ireland with my Irish-American Wife (nee Powers), I bought a bottle of Redbreast on a lark. Go figure . Very sweet (like the inside of a burnt marshmellow). Not enough time to read through comments. Wow, not one mention of Tullamore Dew. It is a distinct and beautiful expression of the craft. The fact that this blog has been going for so very long tells me the myth is true. as the visit was ending up with only 3 tiny plastic glasses half full. It all comes down to politics in the grand scheme of things, be you Yank or Paddy. They are just businesses making whiskey. The worst mistake I made was ordering a Bass Ale in PJ Horgans on Queens Blvd. Anyhow, being 2nd generation American with grandparents from Greece, Ireland & England, I come from a long line of short, fat, peasant stock (with alcoholic tendencies, thank you). Argument ended.. Jameson is the Catholic whiskey, Bushmills is the Protestant one, despite the efforts of the Bushmills PR department to spin it otherwise. Just a point, Jameson is traditionally a Dublin Whiskey, originally distilled and blended in Bow Street in dublins Smithfield. Whiskey is Catholic. John Jameson was Pentecostal. Along with a fellow sipper we have over most of the Irish brands listed here in this thread as part of a 30+ years Christmas gift exchange and tasting session. Theyve also started work on a massive bottling plant on site to bring all areas of Dew production back to the town. I am Catholic and Slovak and do not care what the British have done to the Irish. Methodist and Presbyterian. Im not surprised this thread is still going strong. I grew up in NYC with this popular myth engrained on my conciousness. But I must say my absolute preference is Jameson 18 yr old. Seriously (though I actually was), I very much appreciated the original article, as I had had often wondered about that Jamesons = Catholic; Bushmills = Protestant thing. Several years ago, I worked in Bulgaria and a couple of other Balkan republics; and found to my surprise that Irish Whiskey is somewhat popular there, though far outpaced by the ubiquitous Balkan hard liquors Rakija and Mastika. . Three persons in one God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Im Irish American and I volunteered for both Sinn Fin and Irish Northern aide. And it was always welcomed as a special Balkan business bestowal, to grease whatever wheels needed turning. They also bottle Powers & Paddys as well. I was aware of the obvious problem with the claim that Bushmills is 'protestant whisky' but this gives a great insight. Click here to learn how to make this and other drinks for a slushie machine! Went on the Bushmills tour in November 2015. Ian Paisley MP, Euro MP and MLA; universally known Doctor No. A great whiskey. [2] It makes things interesting. My grandfather lost friends due to the awful abuses that were brought upon the Irish in the Republic by the Englishs Black and Tans, rumor has it the original owner of Bushmills was granted the right to distill due to the fact he helped suppress the Irish in the north from uprising against the British. Robber jumps out of an alley, holds up a gun, and says, Are you a Protestant or a Catholic? Man says, Neither, Im a jew. Robber thinks for a moment, says, but are you a Protestant Jew or a Catholic Jew?, are you a Protestant or a Catholic? Redbreast is my favorite but I only buy a bottle or so a year. Im sorry but if not drinking a brand of whiskey for some very spurious political reason, and claiming drinking Bushmills somehow condones an Irishman losing his land seems pretty idiotic to me. All of this is just silly, Ireland is totally united in the bottle. Ferdinand II was a devout Roman Catholic and relatively intolerant when compared to his predecessor, Rudolf II. Just setting the record straight. Any particular reason why in 1998-1999 Bushmills would have distilled of at least bottle up for Jameson ????? Powers Gold Label is also wonderful and dirt cheap. All appointments are made solely on the basis of merit.. @Eamonn: always good to hear from a Dubliner. Im not sure that it says anything more than that it isnt a strictly American argument. Delicious. So by your logic it is fair to say that Every time you raise a glass of American Bourbon you are in essence raising a glass to an Native American losing his land (and in MOST cases his life) to British/American rule! Understanding the church. William Riley, well said, man. Jamesons for sure. Maybe they will bottle the Cork supply in Tullamore in the interim. Though Jameson is currently distilled in lovely Cork, it was actually founded and first distilled in Dublin. The cheap rustic stuff is often the best. For this reason, Bushmills has a bigger flavor, while Jameson has a much lighter flavor. and IRELAND vs SCOTLAND!! Irish whiskeys like Bushmills, Redbreast, Powers, and Green Spot, amongst others, have arisen on the market with their own distinctive characteristics. The 1608 license is not marketing shite, but did refer to the area of the town of Bushmills. The new Tullamore Dew distillery is up and running the past 2 years and back in Tullamore town. While John Jameson was most likely a Protestant, his distillery in Dublin represented the Free State mentality and did not suffer from bigoted hiring practices. Bushmills released a statement saying:Its just one of the outrageous statements put about in an attempt to blacken our name. one night. This is because Guinness is now seen as a world-wide iconic Irish brand and brings in lots of money to the southern Irish economy. Now, go have some grappa with an espresso this evening. For the record, despite the Scottish reformation, that doesnt mean Jamieson was a Proddy. One further chapter in the history that really debunks this myth is that between 1972 and 2005, both Midleton (makers of Jameson) and Bushmills were owned by the same corporation, Irish Distillers. Never once was I presented with a this is the north, or this is Ireland like many seem to believe in the States. It was one of the longest and most destructive conflicts in European history, resulting in millions of casualties. Whiskey is Irish, whatever brand (or religion), followed by Americans (as in bourbon whiskey etc.). Yet a great friend of Catholic Ireland. When I lived in Providence, there was a lot of Powers drinking going on. Paddy is a brand of blended Irish whiskey produced by Irish Distillers, at the Midleton distillery in County Cork, on behalf of Sazerac, a privately held American company. ! Idiot!! Do not place them next to each other. Concept of Deity. Bourbon distillers only use barrels once, as the liquor gets its distinct flavor and color from the oak. I am not trying to be offensive here, but really, it is just so dumb. In 1827, production was reported at 160,270 gallons,[5] and by 1833 had grown to 300,000 gallons per annum. I still live there. Ive lost members of my family to the IRA in THIS generation. Youd probably get glassed if you asked the question in certain places in Ireland or Scotland. Father Urban has succeeded as a business operator on behalf of his monastic . I come from an island which has been called the most Irish place outside of Ireland and weve had our papist-loyalist troubles in the past, where they will remain. I no longer consider myself Catholic, btw. He said Jameson trucks it up there when Jameson is at capacity, and Bushmills has the resources to do it. The make up of the folks who work at Bushmills reflects the religous makeup of Northern Ireland roughly 40% Roman Catholic. Now as far as whiskey goes, Im a newbie to Irish stuff but tend to love it all since I am a hard drinker for 6 plus decades. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X85N-43REag. Look for a new addition to the landscape, The Irishman Original Clan & Single Malt. There is neither protestant nor catholic whiskey available. [6] In 1855, his son Sir James Power, laid the foundation stone for the O'Connell Monument,[3] and in 1859 became High Sheriff of Dublin. If you want to support Ireland, go and visit and maybe read a few history books and hopefully realise that most normal people dont give a toss about religious leanings. The attitudes and actions of German Catholics and Protestants during the Nazi era were shaped not only by their religious beliefs, but by other factors as well, including: Backlash against the Weimar Republicand the political, economic, and social changes in Germany that occurred during the 1920s Anti-Communism Nationalism Youd be hard to convince me it is 40 proof, much less 80. The cheap Evan Williams Black Label at half the price (in the USA)has more taste and more of a kick. Peter Knox Id be all up for emigrating from US to Ireland, in a heartbeat, but I read about the job prospects there are as bad (possibly worse) than here. Sectarianism in Glasgow takes the form of long-standing religious and political sectarian rivalry between Catholics and Protestants.It is particularly reinforced by the fierce rivalry between Celtic F.C. Asked the guide about it. By far the biggest of this selection. Catholic fiction teaches us then how to better read the Bible, which demands the both/and reading of the letter and spirit. Big thank you to reader Jonathan for providing this informative link about this. Whisky is Scotch, followed by Canada. So, so stupid. post number 66). ** TONIGHT!! As a bartender years ago in Chicago I was told When stocking your liquor on the back of the bar. Still enjoy the Black Bush and the Bushmills 16yr. Though I like all of the ones mentioned above more. Good evening All, Catholics represented the unstable Republican persona and therefore the company hired few people from the catholic areas. Im a man who likes to know what he is drinking. Love Black Bush but Jamesons Gold Reserve gets my vote as the very best Ive had. The difference between the two has to do with the history of whiskey production in Ireland. I wanted to explore one of t, @teremana has been my new favorite tequila since t, Happy Repeal Day! So, I figured then maybe I was Protestant Irish? I like it very much and find it very smoothalmost like a scotch. [1] In recent years, several single pot still variants have been relaunched under the Powers label. No one here has a soft spot in their heart for Paddys? Bushmills is a great whisky celebrating an important anniversary this year with an updated look that will appear in late 2009. I went to the Distillery in Tullamore(now a museum for the whiskey), it is now produced in Middleton, although it is no longer owned by Pernod-Ricard. I have a bottle of Midleton stashed away for a special occasion and I keep a bottle of Kilbeggan for my go-to whiskey. To those who want to talk about Catholic vs Protestant issues, at least go visit the country before assuming anything. Oh, by the way, John Jameson was a protestant Scottish planter in Ireland, so shouldnt you be boycotting his whiskey also? Thanks for sharing your thoughts about jeff. The root of this myth lies in the fact that Bushmills is located in the predominately Protestant and still British Northern Ireland. Yep, he was referring to a certain product from Bushmills.. Although I prefer my BUSHMILLS Religion and booze dont go well together so its a subject that perhaps should be avoided. One good friend turned to me and chuckled. My grandmother preferred Bushmills (on ice, with a large splash of water). Is Jameson, Bushmills Really Catholic Versus Protestant Whiskey? Or champagne to protest Frankish aggression against the Gallo Romans. Not one of ya mentions Knappogue Castle. As a Scotsman living in Scotland, Id say I f youre worried about the religion of your whiskey then perhaps you shouldnt be drinking. It wasnt an issue about who owns what. in response to Irish whiskey is it catholic or protestant is irrelevant it is who is drinking it. As the rain pummels the ground here in the Pacific Northwest, a little window of blue sky nestled between two dark clouds in the neighboring distance makes me wish I were watching the rain fall from across a dark ocean, my little Caribbean fishing, Update! Both sides here will gradually realise that they have more in common with each other than they do with folk in ROI or England, thats been my experience. The good news is I dont have to worry about car bomb in Hicktown. Oh, and as your average American that enjoys the brown, I contend that my enjoyment of scotch does not come at the expense of the Irish, Kentuckians, Tennesseeans or even Canadians! Shortly after reading this post I dropped by Mortons to see a bartender friend. Just got back from Dublin yesterday & loved reading the post & all the comments here. Now this character I met at the bar is trying to tell me its the other way around. [1] Historically, Powers Gold Label was the best-selling whiskey in Ireland. Dear sir, I know you did a bit onSangrita, but I was wondering if you have a good recipe for Sangria. Not buying a certain brand of product because of centuries of English overlordship of Ireland is just so stupid on so many levels. A fair amount of nonsense in some of these replies. lol. The whiskey was originally produced in Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland, at the . Bushmills I like, but I like Irish Whisky best of all the brown stuff. It has been my favorite since discovering it at the Buena Vista Cafe in San Francisco. For the record I have had many a session all over the island both North and south. Those whiskeys seem to get along just fine! 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