WHISKY 101
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1 | THE PURIST:
Neat at Room Temperature
Why? It allows the purist to taste the Whisky just as the maker intended. The purist will often cleanse the palette with water between sips so that each taste of Whisky can be savoured and appreciated as flavours develop. It’s also a great way for beginner Whisky drinkers to start their journey.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”0″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]
2 | THE EXPERT DRINKER:
Room Temperature, with a few drops of water
Why? Just a few tiny drops of water will draw aromas to the surface of the Whisky, thereby enhancing flavour variations, subtleties, and the taste experience. But remember, go slowly! Once the water is mixed, you can’t take it out.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”0″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]
3 | FOR A REFRESHING EXPERIENCE:
On the Rocks
Why? Drinking Whisky on ice is a wonderfully refreshing experience. However, overly chilled liquid can dull the flavour profile, and melted ice can dilute the Whisky. But you can still enjoy a refreshing Whisky experience without compromising flavour. A large round sphere of ice holds its shape longer than small cubes, or a chilled Whisky ‘rock’ will cool the liquid without diluting it.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”0″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]At the end of the day, there is no right or wrong way to drink Whisky: it is simply a matter of personal preference. So which Whisky drinker are you?
OUR TOP 3 WHISKY GIFT IDEAS
- Sample Japanese Nikka Whisky from the Barrel in our Beautiful Reds Triple gift pack.
- The slow-to-melt ice option, a set of Spherical Whisky balls.
- Good quality Whisky rocks will cool the whisky without diluting the liquid. Shop here.
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