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davebullet
5th May 2010, 22:50
I was pondering mankind's largest problems (as you do) and solved a few of them (world hunger, war, how to fit a whole pack of marshmallows in one's mouth)....
Anyway, whilst doing the above, I also pondered how much bourbon I could take to the Cold Duck... then promptly thought about how much Coca-Cola I'd need to take to mix with said bourbon.
Being a see how much shit I can put on the bike sort of guy, can you offer any advice to the ideal bourbon / coke ratio?
Big Dave
5th May 2010, 22:53
It depends on previous/current consumption ratio.
If you have been largely OTP* (Off the piss) for a while - a small/splash ratio is adequate.
IF you are in a drinking (The Oliver Reed) phase - 50/50 is doable.
* I once played in a basketball team called OTP.
I was pondering mankind's largest problems (as you do) and solved a few of them (world hunger, war, how to fit a whole pack of marshmallows in one's mouth)....
Anyway, whilst doing the above, I also pondered how much bourbon I could take to the Cold Duck... then promptly thought about how much Coca-Cola I'd need to take to mix with said bourbon.
Being a see how much shit I can put on the bike sort of guy, can you offer any advice to the ideal bourbon / coke ratio?
Much better idea is to flag taking coke and simply take more Bourbon,though overpriced at bike rallys shelling out for a few bottles of coke wont send you to the poor house not to mention the amount of coke needed will decrease as the night goes on.
crazyhorse
6th May 2010, 07:03
IF you are in a drinking (The Oliver Reed) phase - 50/50 is doable.
I kinda like this mix.... :whistle:
I was pondering mankind's largest problems (as you do) and solved a few of them (world hunger, war, how to fit a whole pack of marshmallows in one's mouth)....
Anyway, whilst doing the above, I also pondered how much bourbon I could take to the Cold Duck... then promptly thought about how much Coca-Cola I'd need to take to mix with said bourbon.
Being a see how much shit I can put on the bike sort of guy, can you offer any advice to the ideal bourbon / coke ratio?
what ever works for you ... you're the one drinking it. As the slapper mentions just buy it there.
sinfull
6th May 2010, 08:12
Funniest part is gonna be seeing the melting ice pouring off your bike as you ride through the gate at a no byo party !
dogsnbikes
6th May 2010, 08:17
If it looks like you will run out of coke add more burbon,its normal practice didn't you know
yungatart
6th May 2010, 08:22
The ideal ratio of bourbon to coke is 100:0
Why would you ruin good bourbon by adding coke!
Ah - bourbon....
2 fingers of bourbon in a glass of your choice. Add bourbon to taste.
Note: This recipe will work with all spirits. Except gin. Goes without saying, really
50/50 coke/bourbon
50/50 gingerbeer/bourbon
60/40 Dr Peppers/bourbon
Stirts
6th May 2010, 11:18
can you offer any advice to the ideal bourbon / coke ratio?
I believe the coke to bourbon ratio changes as the night progresses, so really any advice is futile. But I do have some advice........
Just don't bring your mates....
Shoutie Davebullet
Punchie Davebullet or
Hit on Everyones Missus Davebullet
;) :laugh:
jim.cox
6th May 2010, 11:32
You guys are doing it wrong.
The ideal ratio is:
Coke 0%
Bourbon 0%
Scotch (or Irish) whisk(e)y 100%
:)
rachprice
6th May 2010, 11:39
You guys are doing it wrong.
The ideal ratio is:
Coke 0%
Bourbon 0%
Scotch (or Irish) whisk(e)y 100%
:)
Concur!.....
Hey! Even Whisky drinkers like to slum it occasionally...
spajohn
6th May 2010, 13:23
1/3 to 1/2 half bourbon for me. And I second buying the coke there...
vifferman
6th May 2010, 17:31
The ideal bourbon to coke ratio is 1:0. Coke is an absolutely abominable substance, and should never be used as a mixer.
peasea
6th May 2010, 17:43
The ideal bourbon to coke ratio is 1:0. Coke is an absolutely abominable substance, and should never be used as a mixer.
I reckon. You can't make a good shandy with coke either.
peasea
6th May 2010, 17:45
what ever works for you ... you're the one drinking it. As the slapper mentions just buy it there.
Slapper? That's a bit harsh.
Anyways....what would you know about bourbon? You can't even spell it.
Much better idea is to flag taking coke and simply take more Bourbon,though overpriced at bike rallys shelling out for a few bottles of coke wont send you to the poor house not to mention the amount of coke needed will decrease as the night goes on.
this post...98tls...slapper...his word.
and piss off you walking dictionary..what does spelling matter when ones drinking bourbon
this post...98tls...slapper...his word.
and piss off you walking dictionary..what does spelling matter when ones drinking bourbon
Oooh...it matters, all right. Jack/Jim...big difference.
Oooh...it matters, all right. Jack/Jim...big difference.
pronounciation might be important but who the hell is writing while they drink????
I'll have me a big Jim with lemonade...thanks
peasea
6th May 2010, 18:22
pronounciation might be important but who the hell is writing while they drink????
I'll have me a big Jim with lemonade...thanks
I write most of my best stuff when I'm drinking. Then I have to go back to it the next morning and make sure it all makes sense, it usually does though.
schrodingers cat
6th May 2010, 18:37
The ideal ratio of bourbon to coke is 100:0
Why would you ruin good bourbon by adding coke!
If it doesn't taste like petrol you've added too much coke.
Start with a tall glass at a palatable mix ratio. Refresh the glass every time it reaches the half empty/full mark. THe drink ratio will automatically adjust until sufficient inebriation is achieved.
Also - If you use a squirty top drink bottle the valuable mix will be saved when you stagger and fall
The Mrs has just switched to L&P with her bourbon instead of coke, it is as you say an abominable substance. She has also recently acquired a nip pourer for her bottle so the ratio doesn't increase to around 80/20 by the end of the night.
Our usual theory with bike rallies has been previously stated, take the booze and buy the mixer there, costs money but you don't need to find room for it.
nothingflash
6th May 2010, 19:09
50/50 coke/bourbon
50/50 gingerbeer/bourbon
60/40 Dr Peppers/bourbon
Yep - go the ginga beer
davebullet
6th May 2010, 20:57
Funniest part is gonna be seeing the melting ice pouring off your bike as you ride through the gate at a no byo party !
That's interesting. Common sense says I know why it would be no BYO. However, the ticket doesn't say that.
Do they rummage through your bags or something?
scumdog
6th May 2010, 21:02
The Mrs has just switched to L&P with her bourbon instead of coke, it is as you say an abominable substance. She has also recently acquired a nip pourer for her bottle so the ratio doesn't increase to around 80/20 by the end of the night.
Our usual theory with bike rallies has been previously stated, take the booze and buy the mixer there, costs money but you don't need to find room for it.
At the rally buy a 440 can of Woodstock.
Then just keep topping it up with the bourbon ya sneaked in.:shutup:
When it's a tad warm finish it off and start again.:yes:
Why would you ruin good bourbon by adding coke!
:blink: Doh. So you are still standing for the 2nd one.
The ideal ratio of bourbon to coke is 100:0
Why would you ruin good bourbon by adding coke!
That is a good ratio...the only problem is the spirit....try scotch instead 100:0 or Vodka...I have been known with both!!
sinfull
6th May 2010, 21:15
That's interesting. Common sense says I know why it would be no BYO. However, the ticket doesn't say that.
Do they rummage through your bags or something?Nah mate, be all good so long as ya don't make it obvious like necks of bourbon bottles sticking out ya jacket lol, (or melting ice)
davebullet
6th May 2010, 21:26
Nah mate, be all good so long as ya don't make it obvious like necks of bourbon bottles sticking out ya jacket lol, (or melting ice)
That's good. I'm happy to support the local cause and buy, but like to mix my own. I don't think I could handle watching the bourbon being poured on the grass! - lol
hayd3n
6th May 2010, 21:28
normally 1 litre bourbon to 1.5 litres coke
but home brew bourbon 1 litre to 3 litres coke
Insanity_rules
6th May 2010, 21:28
I like cooking with Bourbon, sometimes I even add it to my food.
Smifffy
6th May 2010, 22:49
Me & a mate arrived in Aus, fresh off the plane and a duty free 40 of beam. we decided to have a couple of quiets out front of our respective motel units, so bought 2 cans of coke, figured it should be enough for a civilised couple of drinks each. We turned in when the beam bottle was empty.
Strangely I found it a little difficult to concentrate in class the next day (we got sent for a course). Passed the exam tho, so all good.
Skinon
7th May 2010, 12:52
Hmm the greatest bourbon in the world is already mixed, i believe its known as the 440ml 8% can of woodstock.
If you dont wake up in the cells, you didnt drink enough.
Hmm the greatest bourbon in the world is already mixed, i believe its known as the 440ml 8% can of woodstock.
If you dont wake up in the cells, you didnt drink enough.
nash, those 12%ers were better
Got my scotch premixed now with lemonade....50/50 ratio...i better be civilized for a change
scumdog
7th May 2010, 21:08
Hmm the greatest bourbon in the world is already mixed, i believe its known as the 440ml 8% can of woodstock.
If you dont wake up in the cells, you didnt drink enough.
Vishus things them 8% things.
Woke up at the Off The Rails rally a few years ago, all soggy from the rain, a big pile of 'used' chips near my mouth and a gravity attack.
Caused by 6 cans of 8% Woodies, no tucker compounded buy finishing night-shift + 4 hours sleep then heading off to the above rally.:puke:
taff1954
7th May 2010, 21:37
You guys are doing it wrong.
The ideal ratio is:
Coke 0%
Bourbon 0%
Scotch (or Irish) whisk(e)y 100%
:)
I'll raise a glass (or 3) of 15 year-old single malt to that idea
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