![]() Experimentation, exchanging experiences, and an adventurous spirit will take you along and pleasurable journey down the cocktail path. There are more types of whisky cocktails than we care to think about, and you can be sure that there are more than a few that you will find absolutely wonderful. This is a great way to enjoy low to mid-range whiskies, both blended and malts that aren’t to your preferred taste. Remember that drinking whisky on the rocks or with water will change the equilibrium of compounds in the whisky changing its flavour, and once the equilibrium has changed, you cannot go back to the original taste. Generally, water tends to suppress a whisky’s spicy notes and exaggerate the fruity flavours. However, it also affects the flavours and characteristics of the whisky. ![]() The water dilutes the whisky slightly so that you can enjoy the flavours without feeling like the alcohol is burning your tongue. WHISKY AND WATERĪdding a small amount of spring or distilled water to whisky essentially lowers the alcohol by volume (ABV). Remember that the ice will dilute your whisky as it melts so only add one cube. When drinking your whisky on the rocks, keep a dish and spoon next to your glass so you can remove the ice once the whisky is cold and watered to your liking. If you prefer your whisky chilled slightly, we recommend that you make your own ice cubes from distilled or spring water to avoid the chlorine found in tap water. “On the rocks” means you add ice to your whisky. This allows the full range of aromas to be released into the glass and the array of flavours to be deployed in your mouth and nose while drinking and after swallowing. The whisky is served at room temperature. To drink whisky neat, pour two fingers of whisky into a tulip glass. Whisky neat is just room temperature whisky in a glass, nothing else. ![]() Therefore, while we all enjoy whisky cocktails and experimenting with adding water to some cask strength whiskies, we do not and would not recommend doing so with our whiskies. We design them to be enjoyed pure and at room temperature. Just one other thing before we start, our whiskies are exactingly made by hand to ensure a very specific taste and performance parameters for each of our products. To help you better appreciate the four ways to drink whisky, we want to provide you with some insights into what happens to a whisky when it is introduced to other liquids. However, the way you prefer the taste of your whisky can significantly influence the type and brand of whisky you buy. Like most choices in life, personal taste is usually the most influential factor. ![]() Well, let’s start by saying that there is no one right way to drink whisky…except the way that you enjoy the most. Like most choices in life, personal taste is usually the most influential factor. However, the way you prefer the taste of your whisky can significantly influence the type and brand of whisky you buy. But is there one true and proper way? Well, let’s start by saying that there is no one right way to drink whisky…except the way that you enjoy the most. Some of these opinions are traditionalist others based upon regional habits and customs, others on fashion and trends. How should you drink your whisky? There are a lot of opinions on how to drink whisky. ![]()
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