Scotch alcohol what is it. The history of whiskey, the difference between Scotch scotch and other types

What is the taste and strength of scotch alcoholic drink? By what properties can you distinguish the original from a fake? Each country has its own specific national brand. In Scotland, it is scotch tape, bagpipes and a kilt (a plaid men's skirt). These three things practically have the status of state property. Let's talk about one of them - about Scotch whiskey.

There are several conditions for alcohol to have the right to bear the proud name "Scotch":

• by definition, it can only be called whiskey that is produced in Scotland. If the same drink, with the same recipe, is made abroad, then this is no longer scotch. This is fixed at the legislative level. Such stringent conditions do not apply to a spill;
• The tape has a smoky smell. It appears due to the drying of malt over burning peat. Additional notes can be added to the taste and smell if beech chips, dried algae, and other ingredients are added to the peat;
• Scotch is distilled from barley malt or whole grains. But corn is never used for its production;
• the production of scotch involves a double distillation of the wort;
• the drink matures in barrels from another strong liquor. Usually used container after sherry. Thus, the drink acquires a peculiar flavor bouquet. Exposure should not be less than three years.

Outwardly, it is an amber-yellow alcoholic drink, with a strength of 40-50 degrees. Whiskey is written on the Pride of the Scots label, and other types of whiskey are called Whiskey.

The photo shows the labels of different types of whiskey. Thus, the producers of scotch once again emphasized the exclusivity of their drink.

How to produce

The Scots are very reverent in protecting the recipe and the very production of national alcohol. We can say that for many centuries this process has undergone a minimum of changes after it has reached perfection. That is, as soon as the producers have reached the desired quality of the drink, distillers do not change anything. Even when an alembic fails, the replacement is made completely identical to the original, including various dents, bends, and other irregularities. In fact, modern wort distillation devices are almost no different from the old ones shown in the photo.

Fine-tuned to the smallest detail, the process of producing Scotch whiskey is quite long and consists of several main stages.

Here's how the most valuable type of scotch, malt, is prepared:

1. Preparation of barley for germination: sorting, washing, drying. To germinate the grain, it must be soaked for 1-1.5 weeks.
2. The resulting malt is dried using smoke from burning peat. Sprouted grain at this stage receives a smoky smell, which then brings a characteristic distinctive note to the flavor bouquet.
3. Wort production. To do this, smoked malt is crushed and soaked for half a day.
4. To start the fermentation process, yeast is added to the wort. The mixture should ferment for at least two days. In this case, it is necessary to observe the temperature regime of 35-37 ° C.
5. Fermented raw materials are distilled at distilleries in distillation cubes. They do this twice. Only a few producers use triple distillation of whiskey.
6. At the stage of aging in wooden barrels, the scotch acquires a characteristic color and smell.
7. The final step is filtering the finished drink and bottling it. It is filtered at a temperature of 2-10°C.

Types of Scotch whiskey are distinguished by the source of raw materials and composition.

Scotch can be:

1. Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. It is made in one place, only from malt and spring water. After aging and filtering, whiskey is bottled and sent to the distribution network.
2. Grain (Single Grain Scotch Whiskey). During its production, whole grains are added to the malt.
3. Blended (Single Grain Scotch Whiskey). It is obtained by mixing different types of alcohol. Usually, more expensive and high-quality malt scotch is mixed with grain, which makes it possible to reduce the cost of the original product. At the same time, blended scotch can be malt (Blended Malt Scotch Whiskey), when malt types of the drink obtained at different distilleries are combined, and grain (Blended Grain Scotch Whiskey), made according to the same principle of mixing products from different manufacturers.

It is considered self-sufficient and expensive alcohol. Therefore, connoisseurs recommend drinking this high-quality alcoholic drink without diluting it with anything. Scotch doesn't need soda, much less coca-cola, which are designed to mask unpleasant odors and taste notes.

Scotch whiskey is better to drink without a snack, enjoying a specific taste and aromatic bouquet. To do this, use a tulip-shaped glass as in the photo. Such a vessel allows you to reveal the aroma, which is the first impression of the drink, and taste.

If the strength of Scotch is too high for you, it is acceptable to drink it with ice. For this, a toggle switch is suitable - a thick-bottomed wide glass. The classic consumption of Scotch whiskey suggests a drink temperature of about 20 ° C.

For a real Scot, whiskey is a religion, and scotch is the best drink in the world. Local winemakers are characterized by careful attitude to centuries-old traditions, thoughtfulness, slowness and thoroughness.

History of Scotch Whiskey

The first strong alcohol in the territory of present-day Scotland began to produce the ancient Celts. The monks were engaged in this, and the resulting drink was then used exclusively for medicinal purposes. Later it began to be consumed for pleasure, the demand for it increased, and production expanded so much that restrictions were required. The recipe was very simple at first, and the product itself was of low quality. Note that only two centuries ago this drink was considered alcohol for the common people. Strong drinks have long been called scotch in Scotland. Later, the name of whiskey appeared (from the Gaelic "uisce"), which meant "water". What is the difference between scotch and strong alcohol from other manufacturers, and is it correct to call it whiskey?

Features of the manufacture of adhesive tape

The Scots sacredly observe the recipe for whiskey. The technology is complex and contains many nuances known only to specialists. Briefly about the features of raw materials and the production of scotch that distinguish it from other drinks:

• Selected barley is used for production. The obligatory barley base is an important difference between scotch and Irish rye whiskey and American corn bourbon. Other types of cereals must have whole grains, specially processed and fermented.
• The malt obtained after grain germination is dried with heat from smoldering peat. Sometimes charcoal and beech shavings are added to peat. Drying the malt gives the drink a special quality. Peat must be exclusively local - the taste and aroma of whiskey depends on it. Peat from the coast endows whiskey with the smell of algae and iodine, mountain and lowland - heather, honey and meadow herbs. A smoky shade is a mandatory sign of such a drink.
• Distillation is usually carried out two, very rarely three times - this is the difference between scotch tape and other products. The alcohol content of the distillate must be at least 94.8%, i.e. the output is actually alcohol. The strength of the finished adhesive tape is at least 40 degrees. Taste and smell are characteristic of the original products.
• Scotch must be aged for more than three years in oak barrels with a capacity of up to 700 liters. For aging, they usually use white Spanish sherry casks. Only water and alcohol caramel can be added to such a drink.

What is the difference between scotch and whiskey?

Read more about the main differences between scotch and any other type of whiskey:

• First and foremost, only whiskey made in Scotland is considered scotch. Everything that is produced outside, according to the laws of Great Britain, cannot be called adhesive tape.
• Scottish Scotch differs from other softer whiskeys in its characteristic tart taste and aroma. Its characteristic taste is provided by a special variety of barley, which is grown only in a few areas of Scotland, and the original manufacturing technology.
• The Scots claim that they use special water in the process. Thanks to her, the drink acquires an amazing color and aroma.
• Smoky notes of aroma and smoked aftertaste from peat drying are a characteristic feature of the drink. To feel the complex aromatic range in its entirety, it is recommended to cool the drink to the optimum 18-20 degrees. Moreover, it is better to do this not with ice cubes that inhibit the evaporation of aromatic oils, but with the help of whiskey stones.

And more about the difference between Scotch and any other whiskey. On the label of real Scottish alcohol, you can see both names - Whiskey and Scotch. Please note: on the original product, the word Whiskey is short, without a single "e". If you read "whiskey" on the label, it means that you have a drink of Irish, American, Canadian or Japanese origin.

Few people know that scotch is the highest quality whiskey. Scotland is a very interesting country with its own customs and traditions. For many, it is associated with a gloomy and cold climate, heavy rains, funny skirts, fairy tales and myths about the Loch Ness monsters, but only a few know that Scotland is the birthplace of golf and the leading whiskey producer.

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Whiskey is an aromatic drink made by combining different types of grains, then properly distilled and aged for a long time in oak barrels. Whiskey degrees vary from 30-60% vol., sometimes it has an unusual strength, it is prepared without the use of sugar. The color of the drink is usually presented from yellow tones to brown.

The birthplace of whiskey is Scotland, although to this day there are great disputes about this with Ireland. Whiskey is called "Scotch" in Scotland.

scotch whiskey

The history of Scottish scotch goes back far into antiquity. During the Crusades to the Middle East, the missionaries found out the process of making this wonderful drink from the Crusaders, after which they distributed it in Scotland. There is an opinion that the Christian knights themselves borrowed this recipe from the Arabs, but these are just guesses. The Scots themselves began to call this drink "the water of life", which later turned into whiskey. There are facts recorded as early as 1494, where the process of making Scotch whiskey is completely described.

First of all, mash was made: during the fermentation of cereals, a fire was made, on which a copper cube, similar to a teapot, was placed, where this mash was already filled. Boiled vapors fell into special dishes, the liquid that was obtained there, and became known as "living water", hereinafter "scotch". Then this water was made very little, since it was used only for medical purposes. But surgeons even then loved strong alcoholic drinks and very quickly tasted the taste of scotch. Soon, the entire population began to use strong "vodichka".

Then there were big problems with the lack of barley for baking, and huge taxes were imposed on the production of whiskey. But this did not stop Robert Stein from using a real cube for making scotch, which gave a unique flavor to this wonderful drink. After that, small distilleries began to appear, where whiskey was produced. The government tried to interfere here too: only 8 large distilleries were allowed to produce whiskey, although the quality of the drink was better for completely unknown and small ones. But in this case, scotch won: soon the law was repealed. Large whiskey factories began to open, and the whole world learned about such an exquisite drink as scotch.

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The Scots have been developing their own unique technology for making fine whiskey for a very long time. But today it is already possible to distinguish a clear step-by-step scheme for making whiskey:

1. First of all, malt is prepared: barley is taken, it must be sorted out very carefully, washed. It is important to wash the barley with very clean water, because the main rule for making a good drink is sterility. After that, we dry it, soak it again in clean water and monitor its growth for 6-10 days.
2. The next step is to dry the malt. The Scots dry it with hot smoke from the combustion of peat, charcoal and beech shavings. The resulting product is called "smoked grain", which gives the scotch a special taste.
3. Next, you need to crush the malt to sand, then pour hot water, add it there and let stand for about 12 hours. It should be a sweet liquid.
4. After you need to cool the wort and add yeast, follow the fermentation process for 2 days. By the way, the temperature during fermentation should be 35-37 ° C.
5. The next step is distillation. Scotch is distilled 2, and sometimes 3 times. There are special copper apparatus for distillation. The first run (Low wines) gives 30°, the second run (Spirits still) gives 70°. During the distillation, something in the middle is chosen for further use, i.e. what comes out at the very beginning and at the very end is sent again to the first distillation, and the middle goes to the next step.
6. The aging stage is probably the most important, since it is at this stage that the tape develops its own color and unusual aroma. Exposure takes place in special wooden barrels. Barrels of Spanish origin are much higher quality than American ones.
7. When it comes to blending, it's the blending of malts and grains. There are 2 types of blending. The first type is a blending of 2 varieties, after - their 24-hour exposure, then a week's placement in barrels and bottling. This whiskey is considered low quality. Higher quality and more expensive scotch is produced by careful selection of malt varieties and grains in special vessels, followed by aging in barrels for 6-10 months.
8. The last and no less important stage is bottling. Whiskey is bottled in special bottles, but before that it is filtered at a temperature of 2-10 ° C and must be diluted with spring water.

whiskey production

3 Interesting facts

1. When the distillation apparatus breaks down or something happens that makes it impossible for them to work, a new apparatus is made one-on-one with the same flaws, and sometimes even dents.
2. If the adhesive tape has an aging period of more than 12 years, then the labels must have the inscription De luxe.
3. Scottish scotch is a great pride for the country. You should know that the preparation of special adhesive tape is protected by law, the WTO and the European Union itself.
4. Around the world, 95% of people have drunk whiskey at least once.
5. According to traditions and customs in Scotland, a glass of water is served along with scotch, this is in case the whiskey seemed very strong to you.

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According to UK law, adhesive tape is usually divided into the following types:

1. Single Malt Scotch Whiskey - The brewing process takes place in only one distillery and includes only malt and water. But all the procedures that must occur when preparing Scottish Scotch are carried out as expected.
2. Grain scotch (Single Grain Scotch Whiskey) is also made in one production, but, in addition to malt and water, grains are added.
3. Blended Scotch (Single Grain Scotch Whiskey) - mixes grain and malt varieties for a more refined taste.
4. Blended Malt Scotch Whiskey - mixes several varieties of single malt whiskey, but always those that were prepared at different industries.
5. Blended Grain Scotch Whiskey - A blend of several grain whiskeys from different distilleries.

whiskey bottles

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First of all, of course, look at the brand. Not always a beautiful bottle and the brand speaks of expensive scotch tape, there are very high quality scotch tapes at reasonable prices. For example, this is Blended (well-known blended scotch). Next, be sure to pay attention to the aging time of the exquisite drink, this is very important. Good scotch won't age for less than 10 years. You must remember that it is better to overpay $10 and enjoy real scotch than to underpay and never recognize this unique taste and aroma.

Bartender pouring whiskey

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6 How to drink scotch

1. Scotch with Coca-Cola is not consumed.
2. How to drink scotch if it seems strong to you? They drink it by adding a little lemon or apple juice, and sometimes it is better to add filtered water.
3. Always drink Scotch whiskey from a glass with a shape that is very similar to a tulip with a large and wide stem (whisker pot).
4. We drink Scotch in frequent small sips, drinking in large sips is a bad form. Also, a glass filled to the brim is considered bad form.

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Scotch whiskey is one of the best classic whiskeys today. There used to be an opinion that scotch is a typical male alcoholic drink. Today we can safely say that this is not the case. Probably, not all women can understand and feel the taste and aroma of real scotch.

Whiskey with orange

It must be said that whiskey is considered the most popular drink in the modern world.

There is an opinion among Russians that if people drank vodka like whiskey, Russia would have become rich long ago.

But indeed, the main component of Scotland's profit is the production of scotch tape. Famous scotch brands such as Glenfiddich, Macallan, Johnnie Walker Red Label, William Grants, Johnnie Walker Red Label de luxe, Chivas Regal de luxe, Highland Cream, Bells, Label 5, Cutty Sark, 100 Pipers, J&B Rare are leading scotch brands worldwide. Actually it pleases. We are all growing and developing, and it is very nice when a person can not only appreciate a well-known clothing brand or car brand, but also with incredible ease to distinguish a good adhesive tape from a cheap fake.

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Instruction

Never mix tape whiskey with cola, as is customary with other drinks. If the taste whiskey seems harsh to you, you can add a little water with a low salt content. You can also add some ice to the glass.

It should also be noted that Scotch is drunk chilled. To do this, before use, you can put it in the refrigerator for twenty minutes or in cold water for a couple of hours.

drink scotch whiskey follows without straws and in small sips, savoring and tasting its taste and aroma. Enjoy every sip and do not rush to swallow it, try to feel the whole gamut of tastes.

Also, do not bite it with anything, it will kill all the charm of this drink. There is no need to rush with portions. It is customary to make intervals between use of 30 minutes. Remember - whiskey quite a strong drink and should not be abused!

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Whiskey and cola are a simple and well-known combination, however, when preparing even such an unpretentious long drink, simple recommendations must be taken into account. So, what's the right way with cola?

Instruction

Firstly, the cola must certainly be fresh and chilled. If you don't want to spoil the taste of your cocktail, don't even use slightly dry or freshly opened cola. This will give the drink an unpleasant aftertaste of alcohol. By the way, if you are open to experiments, then try to make it with different flavors of cola, since there are plenty of variations from vanilla flavor to taste in stores. Or, if you follow your figure, choose.

Correctly calculate the proportions to drink whiskey with cola without wincing. The ideal ratio is one to two - cola should be twice as much as whiskey.

Use perfectly clean dry glasses, they should not contain water, and they should not be heated. Take some ice, put it in a glass and pour the ingredients.

Whiskey can be garnished with a mint leaf, a slice of fresh lemon or. But be careful - lime can be slightly bitter, so it's better to use a classic combination. By the way, ice can be made from cola - in this case, the taste of the cocktail will be even richer and sweeter! It is also a good idea to freeze ice from mineral water. If you like to experiment, you can add a little to the drink, the combination is just perfect for a cold autumn or winter. A pair of cherries with a sprig will also look great.

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There are two ways to drink Scotch: the traditional way, adopted in Scotland by tasters of this drink, as well as the way gleaned from Hollywood westerns, when tough guys asked for a drink at the bar whiskey“two fingers”, and then they drank the served glass in one gulp. There is a third way - to drink as you like, without being guided by any rules. Usually the more expensive whiskey, the more conventions are accepted to be observed.

You will need

• - tulip-shaped glasses;
• - glasses with a thick bottom.

Instruction

Scottish whiskey has a delicate taste and aroma. Do not dilute this drink with various chemical additives, such as cola. Taste whiskey completely distorted, and you will not feel anything special. Soda water will also distort the taste - the carbonic component in it will not let you feel the real whiskey. This drink is drunk in undiluted pure form. The best malt scotch whiskey.

You can drink whiskey with ice, but the Scots themselves avoid doing this. They believe that in their climate (which is not too different from Russia!) to drink whiskey there is no need for ice. If you decide to use ice, then the water for its preparation should be soft, practically free of salts.

Glasses for whiskey tulip-shaped, with thin walls are used. This is the choice of professionals whose job it is to taste this noble drink. It is the tulip-shaped shape of the glass that makes it possible to feel all the subtleties of aroma and taste.

Another type of glasses - low round glasses for whiskey, having a thick bottom, in which a drop of air can be imprinted. This method is popular due to the fact that all movie characters from Hollywood drink. whiskey exactly.

Whichever glass you choose, pour whiskey you need to the very bottom. This dose is called a drem, which is 1/8 ounce, which is about 35 grams. It is this amount whiskey It is considered ideal in order to appreciate the quality of the drink and feel the lightness spreading throughout the body from this "fire drink".

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There is an elaborate whiskey tasting process that requires professional training to comprehend. The taste buds of not all people are able to immediately appreciate the beauty of this drink, which is why training is necessary. Tasting takes place in four stages: visual, olfactory, gustatory and contemplative.

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Whiskey is an extensive family, including several dozen varieties. It is believed that this drink is more suitable for men, because its strength is from 45 to 70%. In general, this is a completely democratic drink, allowing for variability in use. However, there are a number of rules related to the use of whiskey.

Whiskey - gourmet drink

According to the inhabitants of the small homeland of Whiskey Scotland, this drink should only be drunk diluted with water. Some whiskey connoisseurs would make an angry face and vehemently protest against this, but in any case, this point is left to the discretion of everyone. Invite guests to decide for themselves whether to drink pure whiskey or not. By the way, most often this drink is diluted with mineral water.

As for adding ice to the glass, then hardly anyone will argue. Whiskey in this form is certainly good. This way of drinking the drink has its roots in the United States. It is worth saying that whiskey should be eaten chilled in small sips.

Less popular in Russia is the use of whiskey with tea. True, tea should be green. This combination is great to drink in cool weather. A less refined, but much more popular combination of whiskey and Coca-Cola. It is enough to dilute the whiskey cola, and the speedy intoxication is guaranteed. The glucose contained in cola contributes to the rapid entry of alcohol into the blood. This combination has gained popularity in nightclubs.

There is also a mixture of whiskey and beer. It is worth saying that the combination of drinks will appeal to units. Beer does not fully reveal the taste of whiskey, but some gourmets are ready to argue with this.

There is no doubt that whiskey goes well with coffee. The Irish believe that such a drink is useful for people who have had a heart attack. And in Russia, whiskey with coffee is simply good after dinner with a cigar as a dessert, it perfectly cheers you up.

As a base for cocktails

Whiskey is an integral part of many cocktails. Whiskey with milk has become a favorite combination of connoisseurs. It would seem that this cannot be combined, but the Americans thought otherwise and combined whiskey, milk and added a little sugar. Such a cocktail is prepared using a regular shaker. You can also try simply drinking whiskey with milk to quench the bitterness of the aftertaste.

Mix fresh apple juice with whiskey, add ice and lime - and another cocktail is ready. Apple juice can be replaced with orange or cherry. Many whiskey connoisseurs do not accept such combinations, considering them meaningless.

Whichever way you choose to taste whiskey, we can definitely say that whiskey is the drink that will not only improve your mood, but also enjoy an unsurpassed taste, provided that it is a real elite drink.

One type of whiskey is scotch. This is a drink made in Scotland based on barley malt. It can be single malt or blended. The former is more expensive, as it has a more delicate aroma, but many prefer blended drinks with more pronounced organoleptic qualities. Which Scotch whiskey to choose for tasting is a matter of taste, but knowing how to drink Scotch correctly will not hurt everyone who tries this noble alcohol.

Features of use

The culture of drinking scotch differs little from the rules that describe the process of tasting whiskey in general. Some connoisseurs of this drink tend to follow the traditions that have developed in Scotland, the homeland of scotch.

• Whiskey is not drunk in the morning. According to etiquette, it should be tasted after dinner. It is allowed to drink scotch between lunch and dinner. It is not served to the feast, toasts are not pronounced under it.
• According to etiquette, scotch is one of the few drinks that everyone pours for himself. You also need to dilute this alcohol with water yourself. In Scotland, scotch is almost always served with a glass of cool, but not cold, water.
• Scotch is drunk neat or diluted with water. A little water is added. Initially, scotch tape has a strength of 40-50 degrees, and the smell of alcohol can interfere with the aroma of the drink itself. If you dilute it with water up to 30 degrees, you can get more pleasure from its use.
• The ideal temperature for scotch tasting is 18-20 degrees, it is at this temperature that its bouquet opens up best. If it is cooler than the specified temperature, it is warmed in the palms. If the drink, on the contrary, needs to be cooled, special whiskey stones are placed in it. They are usually made of stainless steel and are chilled in the freezer before use. Cooling scotch tape with ice is considered bad manners.
• Traditionally, Scotch is drunk from short but wide glasses with a thick bottom. It will not be a mistake to taste it from tulip-shaped glasses. It is only important to remember that a serving of whiskey is 30-50 ml; in Scotland, 40 ml of scotch is considered a serving.
• Scotch is taken in small sips. Before taking a drink in your mouth, you need to admire it, then inhale its aroma, and only then take a sip. After holding the drink in the mouth for a bit, it is swallowed, after which the mouth is slightly opened - this helps to better feel the aftertaste, which can differ significantly from the dominant taste of the drink.

Expensive varieties of Scotch that have been aged in oak barrels for more than 10 years can only be diluted with a small amount of water. They are not used to make cocktails. Ordinary varieties of scotch are used not only for tasting in its pure form, but also for the preparation of multi-component drinks.

What to eat scotch

Considering the late time of scotch consumption, it is not advisable to eat it. The Scots most often drink it without snacks, sometimes only with water or beer. However, serving snacks with scotch tape is possible, especially if a lot of time has passed after dinner or lunch.

In different countries, scotch is served with different dishes.

• In Scotland, scotch is served with veal tongue or game, most often with berry sauce.
• Some Scots prefer to eat barley whiskey with olives.
• It is believed that the smoky notes of Scottish scotch are well revealed if the drink is supplemented with poultry dishes, liver pates.
• There are connoisseurs who prefer to snack on scotch smoked fish.
• It is considered possible to snack Scotch with fruits with a mild taste, melon is considered the most suitable snack.
• Soft cheese, which does not have a spicy taste, is also good as an appetizer for scotch.
• Residents of different countries, including Russia, eat scotch with seafood. Here, Scotch whiskey is often served with red caviar sandwiches.
• It's a good idea to serve canapes of cheese, shrimp, olives, and similar foods with scotch.

There are no hard and fast rules about what to eat with scotch. However, almost every connoisseur of this drink will name a few products that certainly should not be served with Scotch whiskey:

• spicy cheese;
• sausages;
• citrus fruit.

Such snacks will kill the delicate aroma of scotch, not allowing you to feel its rich bouquet.

Combine scotch with other drinks in cocktails should also be skillful, so that additional components do not interrupt the taste of barley whiskey. It is best to use ready-made recipes.

Cocktail "Penicillin"

• blended whiskey - 60 ml;
• Islay scotch - 10 ml;
• lemon juice - 20 ml;
• honey syrup - 20 ml;
• ginger root - 8 g;
• crushed ice - to taste.

Cooking method:

• Dilute honey in a ratio of 1: 1 with clean warm water to make a syrup with a honey taste, but a liquid consistency.
• Peel the ginger root and cut into thin slices. Crush them in a shaker glass with lemon and honey syrup.
• Add blended whiskey and crushed ice.
• Shake drinks in a shaker for 40 seconds.
• Strain the mixture and pour into a whiskey glass.
• Use a bar spoon to top with Islay Scotch, which is said to have a unique taste.
• Place a piece of ginger on top to serve as a garnish. Ginger can be pre-strung on a skewer. Then the decor will not hurt to drink a cocktail: after admiring the decoration, you can take out the skewer with ginger.

The recipe for this cocktail was invented by Australian Sam Ross, who works as a bartender in New York. It happened in 2005. The drink quickly won the love of Americans, and then residents of other countries.

Rob Roy Festive Cocktail

• adhesive tape - 60 ml;
• dry vermouth - 7.5 ml;
• red vermouth - 7.5 ml;
• liquor "Drambuie" - 7.5 ml;
• ice - to taste;
• cocktail cherry - 1 pc.

Cooking method:

• Mix liquor, scotch and both types of vermouth in a shaker with ice.
• Strain into a cocktail glass.
• Garnish with a cocktail cherry.

Drumbuie liqueur is made in Scotland using heather honey and various herbs, it goes well with scotch, allowing you to get a drink that is unique in taste.

Cocktail "Proximity"

• adhesive tape - 30 ml;
• white vermouth - 15 ml;
• dry vermouth - 15 ml;
• orange liqueur - 2 drops;
• ice cubes - 3/4 glass.

Cooking method:

• Fill a martini glass with ice.
• Mix vermouth and scotch in a shaker.
• Pour into a glass with ice.
• Drop the liquor.

The girls really like the cocktail. Perhaps this is the reason for the name of the drink.

Scotch refers to elite alcohol, is a barley whiskey, which is produced in Scotland. Proper use of the drink allows you to enjoy its unique bouquet with smoky peat and fruity notes.