Ways to drink a whiskey .
Despite whiskey's deservedly lofty associations, it is indeed a drink for the every man. If someone tells you to drink your whiskey a certain way only, ask them to mind their own business as it is your whiskey and you can drink it the way you want. Everything said, here are a few ways that I prefer
First things first!
I choose what to drink. I love my Bourbons and single malt Scotches.
Proper glassware.
I typically use a snifter (glass with a broader base that tapers towards the end, like a tulip flower) or a rocks glass (tumbler).
Snifters ;)
Whiskey neat.
Tasting the whiskey at room temperature, with nothing added to it. Whiskey tastes intense and I do it when I know I can work from home the following day. Smell, sip, savor, sleep is my mantra.
Whiskey on the rocks.
Taste it chilled. Whiskey flavors tastes different when consumed chilled instead of at room temperature.
Whiskey with water.
Adding a few drops of water to the whiskey releases the aromas and flavors. If my tongue pallets are asking for a manageable drink that is not too intense, then I tend to get generous with my water pour.
Whiskey with a mixer.
Whiskey with soda or a whiskey cocktail. Whiskey sours are easy to make and i don't remember the last time when i stopped after just one. I add sugar and lime juice to 60 ml of whiskey on the rocks and the night has only begun!
Here is to a happy gulping folks!
Simi Mathew,Vgulp!