Are You Interested In A Whisky Group?

[DE Shaver]

Greetings All,

I'm wondering what the interest level is for starting a whisky group, whether it should focus on scotch whisky or be more broad. So, what are your thoughts?

 

[Edcculus]

What exactly would it entail? Is it something we could incorporate into the Speakeasy instead of something separate?

 

[DE Shaver]

What exactly would it entail? Is it something we could incorporate into the Speakeasy instead of something separate?

It would simply be a B&B Social Group. There are a number of groups here on the B&B, such as The Brotherhood of the Briar. A social group would permit extensive discussions on a particular hobby or product without unduly dominating a forum. Plus, you would be able to communicate with like minded individuals who are interested in the social group focus.

With all the talk of scotch whiskies and the like, I thought it would be interesting and worthwhile to start a social group on whiskies.

 

[Jim]

The speakeasy forum was founded for this exact purpose, duplicating unsearchable content in the social groups was never the point of their creation.

 

[DE Shaver]

The speakeasy forum was founded for this exact purpose, duplicating unsearchable content in the social groups was never the point of their creation.

What is the purpose of Social Groups? To quote from one of them...

Brotherhood of the Briar: For all pipe smokers, and the pipe curious. A place to discuss technique, favorite tobacco blends, and the joy of fine tobacco in a warm briar.

Why would one on whiskies be any different?

 

[Jim]

What is the purpose of Social Groups? To quote from one of them...

Brotherhood of the Briar: For all pipe smokers, and the pipe curious. A place to discuss technique, favorite tobacco blends, and the joy of fine tobacco in a warm briar.

Why would one on whiskies be any different?

Speaking as just a member ( mod hat off) That is my point exactly, not that they are not there. If I had my druthers any group that duplicated content from the forums would be removed. Social groups to my thinking are social, not topical- NYC shavers etc.
Please do not take my original post as a censure or a suggestion not to go ahead with it.

 

[DE Shaver]

Speaking as just a member ( mod hat off) That is my point exactly, not that they are not there. If I had my druthers any group that duplicated content from the forums would be removed. Social groups to my thinking are social, not topical- NYC shavers etc.
Please do not take my original post as a censure or a suggestion not to go ahead with it.

I apologize if my post across as a little indignant, that was not my intent. I was merely trying understand what are the acceptable boundaries for establishing a social group. I appreciate the clarification and it makes sense a social group be "social" and not cross into the bounds of creating content.

So, if I understand correctly, an example forum posting would be along the lines of...

Hey, I want to know where I can buy Glenlivet 12 year in New York. I'm going there on a trip this weekend.

An example social group posting would be...

Hey John, I tried that single malt you recommended. It's really good. BTW, say hello to Fred when he's back in town. How's your wife feeling.

I was thinking a social group on whiskies would reduce the "whisky" focus of the Speakeasy forum. Due to the nature of whiskies, however, it may be difficult to separate the two, so unless it's a group of whisky lovers that get together for private affairs, it lends itself to post duplication.

 

[Jim]

I apologize if my post across as a little indignant, that was not my intent. I was merely trying understand what are the acceptable boundaries for establishing a social group. I appreciate the clarification and it makes sense a social group be "social" and not cross into the bounds creating content.

So, if I understand correctly, an example forum posting would be along the lines of...

Hey, I want to know where I can buy Glenlivet 12 year in New York. I'm going there on a trip this weekend.

An example social group posting would be...

Hey John, I tried that single malt you recommended. It's really good. BTW, say hello to Fred when he's back in town. How's your wife feeling.

I was thinking a social group on whiskies would reduce the "whisky" focus of the Speakeasy forum. Due to the nature of whiskies, however, it may be difficult to separate the two, so unless it's a group of whisky lovers that get together for private affairs, it lends itself to post duplication.

 

[LinuxMintyFresh]

The only though that I would add is that if there were a social group dedicated to whisk(e)y discussions that it might pull a lot of relavant conversations out of the Speakeasy, which might, in turn, discourage participation from newer members, or even members just becoming interested in the topic.

I think that was implicit in what Jim said, but I figured I'd articulate it anyway.

 

[Edcculus]

Do you feel there is too much Whisky discussion in the Speakeasy? As a Speakeasy Steward, I'd be interested to hear what people think. IMO, we have a lot of great whisky discussion in here that I'd hate to see disappear due to people discussing them in a group.

 

[Uncle Erik]

I think the level of discussion in the Speakeasy is fine - it never struck me as too much.

Though maybe there'd be a point in having a social group that organizes get-togethers and tastings.

 

[Rughi]

Do you feel there is too much Whisky discussion in the Speakeasy? As a Speakeasy Steward, I'd be interested to hear what people think. IMO, we have a lot of great whisky discussion in here that I'd hate to see disappear due to people discussing them in a group.

To a great extent the Speakeasy is b&b's ATF. It'd be pretty dull if we didn't have a good drink to slog through the other two

 

[DE Shaver]

Do you feel there is too much Whisky discussion in the Speakeasy? As a Speakeasy Steward, I'd be interested to hear what people think. IMO, we have a lot of great whisky discussion in here that I'd hate to see disappear due to people discussing them in a group.

When I gave thought to forming the whisky group, I had no intention of removing whisky discussion from the Speakeasy. However, at the same time, I didn't want to clog it with trivial talk about whisky.

 

[firedogut]

Can we just start Sub forums?

"the Barber Shop" has a sub forum "The clown house"

We could have a sub-forum for Scotch (single and blends), other "Whiskeys" Tobacco, Writing instruments...etc


to have "[a] place to discuss tobacco, liquor, writing instruments, and all other forms of gentlemanly indulgences." under one group is a lot. those looking for info on pipes might not want to dig around all the posts about whiskey.

help clean it up but at the same time keeps it public

 

[firedogut]

Though maybe there'd be a point in having a social group that organizes get-togethers and tastings.

this would be great. Anyone that lives in Houston send me a PM.

 

[DanNYC]

I think the level of discussion in the Speakeasy is fine - it never struck me as too much.

Though maybe there'd be a point in having a social group that organizes get-togethers and tastings.

I wouldn't mind assisting in putting a tasting together. Being in NYC, I'm sure there are plenty of members that would be willing to join. Plus there is a huge selection of restaurants with extensive Scotch lists out here.

 

[DE Shaver]

I wouldn't mind assisting in putting a tasting together. Being in NYC, I'm sure there are plenty of members that would be willing to join. Plus there is a huge selection of restaurants with extensive Scotch lists out here.

That's quite generous of you in terms of time and effort. I'm not anywhere NYC but organizing an event and posting the outcome would still be of interest. On a personal level, I would mind to hear of people's experiences with different types of whisky at such an event.