Whiskey is an elite alcoholic drink with a unique aroma. This drink is obtained from a wide variety of grains. In this case, several processes of its processing are applied.
First of all, this is the malting process, then the distillation process follows, and finally the drink is kept in oak barrels for a long time. Since the alcohol content in this drink is quite high, namely 40% - 50%, it is very important to know how to drink whiskey correctly. This Scottish drink is usually served with a glass of water. First of all, this feature is explained by the fact that everyone has their own idea of how to mix this alcohol. In Scotland, you can see how whiskey is consumed with tea or coffee, sometimes even cream is added. An interesting drink is also a mixture of American or Canadian whiskey with a coffee or mint cocktail. If the aging is short, it is best added to cocktails.
As a rule, whiskey is served with oysters, smoked fish or game. It should be said that the choice of a glass is of great importance in this case. It should be absolutely transparent, with a thick bottom and a cylindrical shape. It is believed that just such a simple shape of glasses can perfectly highlight the dignity of whiskey.
Once the table setting is complete, it would be good to figure out how to drink the Scots drink properly. While it's worth noting that everyone is free to decide how best to enjoy this elite Scotland firewater, there are a few rules that differ depending on the type of drink.
What is required for:
Whiskey
Water
Ice cubes
Goblets
- Dilute the whiskey with water 1/3 or 1/2, respectively.
- You need to drink whiskey in small sips, without rushing.
- The single malt whiskey is worth tasting neat.
- This species is best warmed or cooled to room temperature before use.
- You can drink whiskey diluted with ice cubes.
- The Scots believe that it is important to admire the color of the drink in the glass before drinking.
- Then you need to feel the pleasant aroma of whiskey.
- After that, lightly taste and feel the delicious taste of the drink.
- Swallow the first sip and then dilute to fully develop the taste and aroma of the whiskey.
- Never drink whiskey in one gulp!
By the way, adherents of the culture of drinking whiskey consider mixing this noble drink with cola the most bad form.
