The history of Irish whiskey dates back to the fifth century AD, when itinerant monks brought the knowledge of distillation technology to the country. However, the first official license to use it was issued at the beginning of the seventeenth century. Since then, Irish whiskey has cemented its reputation as one of the best drinks, with the right use of which you will enjoy immense pleasure.
It is necessary
Irish whiskey
Instructions
Step 1
Pour the whiskey into either a tulip-shaped sherry glass or a cognac glass. In the first case, you will be able to appreciate the aroma that will concentrate at the exit from the glass, allowing you to note all its advantages or disadvantages. And in the second, you will surely be impressed by the rich color of the drink.
Step 2
Drink pure Irish whiskey. Do not mix it with ice. The fact is that the ice will literally "freeze" the drink, and you will not be able to feel its rich aroma. The habit of adding ice to whiskey came from America, where its blended varieties have a sharp taste, and therefore are practically not consumed in their natural form. The same rule applies to cola, which contrasts too sharply with Irish whiskey in taste, so it is not added to it.
Step 3
When drinking whiskey, the Irish follow five rules. First, look at the glass, evaluate the clarity, color and viscosity of the drink. Then you need to inhale its aroma by rotating the liquid. Connoisseurs and connoisseurs will immediately determine which tones in a given whiskey are more. For example, ethereal tones give a range of aromas from candy to figs, and woody ones from vanilla to chocolate. The third rule is to savor the drink. After taking one sip, chew the whiskey in your mouth to fully feel all the facets and shades of its taste. Now swallow the liquid. Pay attention to the aftertaste, it should be long-lasting, soft and pleasant. And finally, the fifth rule: pour water. Spring water is best combined with whiskey. The need for mixing with water is due to the fact that it helps to reveal all the taste of the drink. As a rule, you need to add water to whiskey at the stage of inhaling the bouquet of aroma from the glass.
Step 4
When choosing whiskey, remember that you cannot drink it in one gulp, like vodka, and in large quantities. Drinking this drink suggests enjoying every sip. Therefore, it is recommended to drink whiskey no more than one or two glasses per evening, preferably in a warm company for a pleasant conversation.
Step 5
Irish whiskey is also good in cocktails. And if you add it to hot tea with honey and lemon, then you get an excellent tonic drink that helps fight fatigue.
