5 hacks to
be a Whiskey expert

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Know The Best Whiskey Making Countries

Yes, you heard it right! Whisk(e)y’s are distilled from various grains. However, not to worry most of them are indeed gluten free due to the distillation process. Usually the type of grain used depends on the region.

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    FLAVOURS

  • Earthy
  • smoky
  • woody
  • Scotland

    Usually split as Blended and single malt scotch. Scotch is Pale straw/gold to rich, nutty amber in color. Scotch should be aged in oak casks for a minimum of 3 years. They are usually made from barley or other grains

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    FLAVOURS

  • Sweet
  • Smoky
  • Vanilla with a full mouthfeel
  • America

    Fun fact there is No additives allowed in bourbon and it must be charred in new oak barrels for a minimum of 2 years to be called Bourbon.

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    FLAVOURS

  • Smooth
  • Ireland

    Fun fact there is No additives allowed in bourbon and it must be charred in new oak barrels for a minimum of 2 years to be called Bourbon.

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    FLAVOURS

  • Light
  • sweet
  • Canada

    Fun fact there is No additives allowed in bourbon and it must be charred in new oak barrels for a minimum of 2 years to be called Bourbon.

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    FLAVOURS

  • Sweeter
  • Sooty
  • Japan

    Japanese Whisky. Yep, they aren’t known JUST for the flavourful and mighty Sake

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About flavors

A quick education on flavours and tone for whiskey

Scotch

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Earthy, smoky and woody due to the use of peat in the process.

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About Grain

A quick education on various grains for whiskey

Rye whiskey

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Used for classic whiskey cocktails like Manhattan and Old Fashioned

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Know the rules of whiskey serving

quick education on the rules of serving that perfect whiskey

Neat

Usually a large serving (60 ml) at room temperature without any mixers or ice, served in a lowball glass

On the rocks

Whiskey served on 2-3 large ice cubes

General rule

whiskey is served at room temperature to enjoy all the flavour and notes

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Know the rule of whiskey storage

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    Whiskey is prone to oxidation and hence the best way to prevent this is to store whiskey in a cool dark place in a sealed bottle and upright position

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    for open bottles where less than 2/3rd of the whiskey remains, store whiskey in a smaller decanter with a tight lid to avoid fast oxidation

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    The ideal temperature range for storing whiskey is between 15 to 20 degree celsius.