Liquor Consumption 2018 = 12 Bottles

Liquor Consumption and Future Plans

2018 Overview

In 2018, I purchased about 12 bottles of liquor, totaling 8 liters for $404 (with an estimated $65 value for a gift of Johnnie Walker Blue). This averages out to roughly 1 bottle per month, which aligns with my expectations.

Bourbon Exploration

I decided to increase my bourbon consumption to 33% of my total liquor intake to broaden my horizons. Initially, I found bourbons to be a bit too sweet, which sometimes overpowered the tasting experience I prefer with Scotch whisky. However, after regularly sampling bourbon, I realized I wanted to keep a bottle on hand to enjoy a dram now and then, balancing it with my whisky pours.

House of Johnnie

It's no surprise that I lean heavily towards Johnnie Walker. About 25% of my total consumption this year came from Johnnie Walker Red and Black, my go-to favorites. I also discovered that Monkey Shoulder and Jameson are excellent alternatives worth considering.

2019 Goals

For the upcoming year, I plan to maintain my 1:2 ratio of bourbon to Scotch while continuing to explore different brands. I don’t anticipate drinking all my current stock in a single year, so I’ll be investing in larger bottles (like JW Red and Maker's Mark) to carry me into 2020.

I aim to maintain a selection of at least 6-8 varieties of liquor. Currently, I have just 4 bottles:

Johnnie Walker Red
Johnnie Walker Black
Highland Park 12
Wild Turkey

Budget Considerations

I will increase my budget by $100 to accommodate the addition of four single malts. With a total of 11 liters in mind, I might consider culling my collection slightly by reducing 2-4 bottles, possibly skipping one bourbon, one single malt, and one blend. This will help streamline my selection while still enjoying a diverse range of spirits.

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