What kind of glass is used to drink whisky

Ordinary whisky glass mouth outward, short and fat appearance, and heavy material, suitable for taste balance is low, high stimulation of whisky, because this type of lower level of whisky needs such a glass to disseminate the heavier alcohol flavor, so that the whisky smell and taste directly emanate out, but can not highlight its characteristics. The choice of a quality whisky glass, on the other hand, needs to be subdivided.

If you're not a professional, an enthusiast, or don't have a good whisky, you can use a normal glass instead, and the flavor of the drink won't change depending on the glass you use.

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Whisky Drinking Methods:

1, Drinking Straight

Some people have decided that the only way to get the true essence of single malt whisky is to drink it straight. Pour the whisky directly into the glass, and quietly feel the amber-colored liquid glide through the body, the aroma instantly filled.

2. Water

This is the world's most popular way of drinking whisky, and even in Scotland it's still popular. Many people believe that adding water will destroy the original flavor of the whisky, but in fact adding the right amount of water will not cause the whisky to lose its original flavor; on the contrary, it may make the alcohol taste lighter and bring out the whisky's latent aroma.

Theoretically, diluting the whisky with water to 20% ABV is the best way to bring out all the aromas of the whisky. However, the main purpose of adding water is to minimize the overstimulation of the olfactory senses by alcohol, which is not solely dependent on the strength of the alcohol.

In the case of whisky, a lower vintage will be more irritating than a higher vintage at the same alcohol concentration, so a lower vintage whisky will require more water than a higher vintage whisky in order to achieve optimum release of aromas.

Generally speaking, a ratio of 1:1 is most suitable for 12-year-old whiskies. Below 12 years, the amount of water should be increased, above 12 years, the amount of water should be reduced, and for whiskies higher than 25 years old, it is recommended that a little bit of water be added, or even no water is added.

3, add ice

This drinking method, also known as on the rock, is mainly to reduce the alcohol stimulation, but do not want to dilute the whisky drinkers another option. However, although ice can inhibit the taste of alcohol, it also makes it difficult to taste the original flavor of the whisky as it cools down and closes some of the aromas.

4, plus soda

To spirits as the base, plus soda mixer known as Highball, Whisky Highball, plus Coke is the most popular way to drink, but a comprehensive comparison of the taste presented by the addition of Coke, the U.S. corn whisky is generally better than malt whisky and grain whisky.

So in Highball, cola is commonly used in American whiskey, while other types of whiskey are mostly made with ginger ale and other sodas.

5, plus green tea

The Japanese invented the water cut, and the Chinese developed the innovative drinking method of "plus green tea", "whisky plus green tea" has been popular throughout China, and is especially loved by the young community.

6, Scotland's traditional hot drinks

In cold Scotland, there is a traditional whiskey recipe for Hot Toddy, which can not only get rid of the cold, but also a cure for a small cold. Hot Toddy's preparation method is quite varied, and the mainstream method of blending Scotch whisky as the base, mixing lemon juice, honey, and then according to the needs of the people and preferences to add brown sugar, cinnamon, and finally, mixing with hot water, that is, a royal whiskey. The last thing you need to do is to mix it with hot water to make a cold and tasty drink.

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia - Whisky