The best whiskey

Table of contents:

1. Single malt whiskey
2. Blended whiskey
3. Grain whiskey
4. The best whiskey in the world
5. How to choose whiskey?

Whiskey is a distilled beverage made from various grains. There are stages in its preparation:

1. Germination of seeds (malting).
2. Fermentation.
3. Distillation.
4. Aging in oak barrels.

Whiskey is usually made from barley or wheat, but sometimes it can be made from rye. Separately, there is bourbon, which is made from corn. The strength of whiskey can vary within a very wide range, more often it is 32-50%, but sometimes there are drinks containing 60% alcohol. This variety makes it difficult to decide which whiskey to choose.

According to the difference in production technology, there are three types of whiskey:

• malt;
• blended;
• grain.

Single malt whiskey

This type of this drink is usually the answer to the question of which whiskey is the best, since it is considered elite, the most expensive and of the highest quality. Whiskey connoisseurs enjoy the best single malt whiskey. The production technology of this drink is the longest, since it must be infused in oak barrels for at least 3 years. The average exposure time is 10 years at all.

Single malt (malt whiskey) whiskey is a drink made from sprouted barley (barley malt). It must be distinguished from a grain whiskey so as not to be confused about which whiskeys are considered good.

The amazing ability of this whiskey is the dependence of its aroma and taste on the place of production.

But single malt whiskey is not all the same, but has several subspecies:

• Actually single malt whiskey is made at the same distillery, although it allows a blend of fractions from different years of harvest.
• Single cask whiskey comes from a single cask, it can have a cask strength, but it is often brought to the standard.
• Quarter cask whiskey is taken from a smaller barrel, which must be made of American oak. In this case, the strength of the drink increases to 50%, the taste is richer, and the ripening process is accelerated. This type of whiskey is most often chosen by the stronger sex, which is not surprising.
• The last type is pure malt (otherwise, blended malt or vatted malt) - a mixture of different distilleries.

Regarding single malt whiskey, there was a not unfounded opinion that it had a too pungent smell and a somewhat unusual taste. For this reason, they began to mix it with other types of whiskey. But this drink can no longer be called a single malt whiskey.

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Although any single malt whiskey is produced according to the standard technology, in each region it acquires its own specific flavor, by which it is easy to distinguish it from others.

Producers have a little secret that they don't like to advertise too much: there are two distinct types - consumer whiskey and merchant whiskey. Both varieties are good. The only difference is that whiskey from merchants is produced in small distilleries, so it costs more. The consumer version is made on an industrial scale, so it is closer to the definition of a good inexpensive whiskey. There is also a difference in personality. Consumer whiskey has a standard good taste and aroma, and the bouquet of whiskey from the merchants "dances" strongly, and not necessarily for the better.

The location of a particular distillery and the peculiarities of the climate inevitably affect the qualities of single malt whiskey, so each batch is unique in taste. The water used in production is just as important as the way it is distilled.

The best single malt whiskey can be found in bottles with the following names:

• Glen Grant, Glenfiddich.
• Bowmore, Highland Park.
• Aberlour Single Malt.

Blended whiskey

It is this type of whiskey that can be found most often in most stores, it is the most affordable. The prices are quite reasonable, and the taste is quite pleasant.

Blending refers to the blending of malt whiskeys with grains in the production of malt whiskeys. In total, the blend can include up to 50 different varieties. If the label contains the words "Deluxe" or "Premium", it means that the blend is made up of only elite expensive sorts, and the best sorts of whiskey are in front of the buyer.

If we consider the issue in terms of sales volume, then in the world 90% of the sold whiskey is blended. There are whiskeys that contain a minimum of malt, such as Chivas Regal, although the producers trumpet otherwise. Drinks with a high proportion of malt are labeled with the word "Delux", which you need to know before choosing a good whiskey. For those who still do not understand the difference in tastes of different whiskeys, it is best to study them by blended drinks.

Andrew Usher in 1853 developed the first blended whiskey recipe, it became the most common and was later called "Old Vatted Glenlivet". Whiskey production in England has come under government control since 1860. The point of blending is not so much to get a unique bouquet, but to maintain its stability from year to year. Any batch of drink selected for blending is immediately tasted after distillation. And which whiskey is better: single malt or blended - everyone decides for himself.

Notable representatives of blended whiskeys are:

• Ballantines.
• Chivas Regal.
• Bell's.

Grain whiskey

Experts attribute grain whiskey to the lowest quality, even call it technical. Such a drink is made from burnt barley or corn. Grain whiskey also has a significant technological difference from malt whiskey in its production - for its distillation, special distillation stills are used, in which steam contributes to the continuous production of alcohol. On the open market, such a drink appears quite rarely, since it has almost no smell or taste. But after additional purification, it is used as a semi-finished product for the production of vodka or gin.

Notable brands of grain whiskey:

• Greenore.
• Choice Old Cameron Brig.

The best whiskey in the world

Whiskey producers established the World Whiskies Award in 2007, which has become a kind of Oscar for them. Moreover, several nominations were highlighted:

• best malt;
• best single malt;
• best blended,

as well as the best whiskey by producer country:

• best Japanese;
• best Irish single malt, etc.

The historical spelling of the word "whiskey" is whiskey, but in the late 19th century, a distorted word "whiskey" arose to distinguish producers in other countries.

New winners are announced every year, so the question of which whiskey is better is more rhetorical. So, in 2014 the following brands won:

• Sullivans Cove French Oak Cask - the best single malt whiskey in the world;
• Taketsuru 17 Years Old - the best blended whiskey;
• The Lost Distilleries Blend - the best blended whiskey;
• Sons of Liberty Pumpk in Spice - Best Flavored Whiskey
• Master of Malt Speyside Whiskey Liqueur 40 Years Old - the best whiskey liqueur in the world;
• Teeling Single Grain - the best single grain whiskey;
• Thomas H Handy Sazerac is the finest rye whiskey.

How to choose whiskey?

The qualities of whiskey, like other drinks, depend on the ingredients and their proportions, and they create a unique bouquet.

Barley malt is the main ingredient in Scotch whiskeys, and minimalism reigns here. But the Irish decided to add rye there, which has become an integral part of the rich taste. America brought corn and wheat, and in Japan, rice and corn are added to whiskey along with barley.

A rather free choice and a combination of the original ingredients will not help in deciding which drink is the best - this is solely a matter of personal taste. When it comes to the best classic whiskeys, Scottish and Irish drinks are undoubtedly in the lead. It is important to learn how to drink whiskey correctly in order to feel the full flavor of the drink.

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Choosing a whiskey in a store, you should look at its composition and strength. The more modest the composition and the higher the strength, the more solid the whiskey is. A good whiskey can be light yellow to brown in color.

The presence of sediment is not allowed.

On the walls of the bottle, when turning over, the liquid should go in a "stocking", and not in streams. After shaking the bottle with a drink, large air bubbles that do not disappear for a long time should appear in it.

Do you like whiskey? Which variety do you think is the best? Share your opinion in the comments.

I am glad to welcome you again, dear friends! I have so much to tell you! Dived into the topic - Scotch whiskey, its brands are the most popular and the best, how they differ and who produces. And I have learned so many interesting things that I hasten to share with you.

A little about scotch tape in general

As you know from the previous post, Scotland is considered the birthplace of whiskey, which there (that is, not only there, but everywhere) is called Scotch and on every bottle of the drink produced in this country of the Kingdom, there is the Whiskey Scotch mark.

There are several significant differences between the original Scotch Scotch and whiskey produced elsewhere, which can only be called Whiskey or Bourbon.

There are several types of Scotch whiskey:

• Malt - Scotch made from 100% barley malt only.
• Single Malt is a single malt whiskey made in one distillery and bottled there.
• Single Cask Malt is a blend of multi-malt varieties aged in one barrel.
• Pure Malt is a composition of several brands of single malt whiskey produced in different distilleries, aged in one barrel.
• Blend is a blended whiskey, a combination of different types of malt and grain alcohols in varying proportions.
• Grain is a whiskey made from pure wheat alcohol of very high quality. This is the most expensive brand of unmalted scotch.
• Single Grain is also a pure grain whiskey, lower in the category.
• Grain Single Barrel is a scotch made from a mixture of grain alcohols, aged in one barrel for at least 6 months.
• Pure Grain is a combination of several grain drinks produced at different distilleries.

It's rare to find pure grain whiskey here. Most often it is a blend or single malt varieties. A total of 148 brands of Scottish Scotch are currently on the market.

The most famous brands of scotch tape

If you ask someone who knows a little about whiskey which brand is the most famous, he will no doubt name Johnnie walker... In Russian, the name sounds like Johnny Walker - this is the name of the founder of the distillery. The event happened back in 1820. It is now the world's best-selling brand. There are 5 Johnnie Walker labels:

• The cheapest is Red Label. Its manufacturer positions it as an "everyday" scotch tape. Consists of 35 varieties of barley, the base is the Cardu brand, aged in sherry barrels for 3 to 5 years.
  The cost of a bottle with us ranges from 1.8-2.0 thousand rubles per 0.7 liter bottle. Further I will indicate just such a spill - for convenience. The first price - in online stores and wholesalers, the second - in retail trade. This is the number 1 whiskey in the world. 7.5 million 9-liter crates are sold every year worldwide!

• Black Label is a great blend, aged over 12 years. It contains almost 40 single malt alcohols. It has the softest, honeyed taste and a light smoky note in the aroma. The cost is 3.0-4.2 thousand rubles.

• Gold Label, or it is also called the "Golden Label", has an aging of at least 18 years and is made up of 15 of the most valuable barley and grain alcohols. The recipe was developed for the centenary of the Johnny Walker & Sons Company. It is considered the most "honey and smoky" brand. Price - within 5-5.5 thousand rubles.

• Blue Label is one of the most valuable brands of a very rare blend.A limited edition of this composition is produced annually, in which each bottle (only 0.7 liters) has a personal number. The taste contains notes of smoke, dark chocolate, cedar and oriental spices. The cost of a bottle is from 15 to 20 thousand rubles. A variation is the Blue Label King George V Edition brand, half of the collection of which is supplied to the royal court, and the other is sold at auctions. According to journalists, almost everything goes to the United Arab Emirates.

• Platinum Label is the newest product of the company. Year of birth - 2011, the author of the blend is Jim Beveridge. Alcohols have been infused for at least 18 years, the composition is kept secret. Experts say that the blend was created under the influence of the blend master's trip to India. And that's why scotch tape has a very strong, spicy and at the same time sweet taste with a traditional smoky aroma. The price is about 8 thousand rubles.

Among luxury whiskeys, the brand has been holding the championship for decades Chivas regal - products of the Chivas Brothers distillery (founded in 1801).

The blend is 39-41% malt whiskey. Available in three varieties: Chivas Regal 12 Y.O. with 12-year aging (price about 3 thousand rubles per 0.7 l), with 18-year-old - Chivas Regal Gold Signature 18 Y.O. (6.5 thousand rubles) and Chivas Regal Royal Salute 50 Y.O., created for the 50th anniversary of the Queen's coronation in 2003.

Feature - colored bottles imitating the play of precious stones on the royal crown. The price of an exclusive bottle is from 15 thousand rubles.

Whiskey scotch glenlivet, reads like Glenlivet, is one of the finest Single Malt brands. Date of birth - 1824. Withstands from 12 to 25 years. Drying of malt is carried out with peat smoke, which is practically fresh in composition, extracted only in one place.

It has a rather light golden color, honey flavor and delicate smoky-floral fleur. Aged in bourbon barrels (one type is from sherry), and for almost 200 years now, water has been taken from only one source. Cost - from 4 thousand rubles. for a 12-year-old bottle up to 30-35 thousand - for a 25-year-old.

Famous grouse - the national pride of Scotland. Only there is the wild grouse partridge, which is shown on the label. Strength of drink 43% alc. Consists of malt spirits from two distilleries. The best-selling brand in Scotland itself.

And at the same time, many houses have their own recipes for how to make Faymous Grose. Connoisseurs note spices and orange in the taste, caramel in the aftertaste, and fruits (orange and cherry) and peat smoke in the aroma. The price is in the region of 2-2.5 thousand rubles.

Among the very famous and valuable brands, you should definitely mention:

• Ballantine's - the third largest sales in the world. Has the title "Impeccable Taste". Price from 1000 r. for 3 years of age and up to 35 thousand for aging for 30 years.
• Cutty sark - the lightest and most original in taste variety. And the cheapest original scotch - from 800 rubles. per bottle
• Dewar's White label - the most complex blend in composition. Has a Royal Patent and over 400 international awards. Exposure from 3 to 25 years, price 4-25 thousand rubles.
• Glenfiddich or scotch tape with antlers. Every 4th bottle sold in the world has them on the label. This is an elite class single malt whiskey. A bottle with a 40-year-old drink costs 210 thousand rubles. The cheapest is about 4 thousand.

The most popular whiskey in Russia

Well, I want to finish my review with the most popular brand among my compatriots. Naturally, this is the White Horse - White horse... Also, this whiskey is the first in Japan, the second in Brazil and the third in the United States in popularity.

It is interesting that at home this drink is not even included in the top 20. But on the other hand, the manufacturer is White Horse Distillers Limited, the only one to have the Queen's Award for Achievements in the Development of International Trade.

Recently, the distilleries were bought by Diageo, which now owns almost half of the listed brands. The White Horse blend contains more than 20 types of malt and grain alcohols, the taste is sweet, with fruit, the aroma is smoky, with hints of vanilla.

On this I say goodbye, although I could still tell a lot of interesting things about scotch tape. I will switch to other drinks for now - well, so as not to be offended. Subscribe - and you will receive a letter with a new, exciting investigation on the topic of alcohol.And remember - everything is good in moderation!

Best regards, Pavel Dorofeev.

Whiskey is a strong alcoholic beverage made from barley, wheat, corn, or other grains. The basis for all its brands is the same: water, grain and yeast.

Where do you come from

Technically, the brands of whiskey, the photos of which are full of on the Internet, can be divided into several types, but the main differences are determined by the origin. No one knows exactly where it all began, and Ireland and Scotland are fighting for the right to call this drink "theirs". They are the oldest suppliers of the noble drink, who managed to carry their traditions through the centuries, improve them and remain among the main ones in the 21st century.

In general, there are two large groups of supplying countries: the first (which includes Ireland, Scotland, USA, Canada, Japan) brings together the largest regions in terms of production volumes. The best whiskey brands also originate from these countries. States like India, France, Australia and others belong to the second group and produce mainly "for themselves", lagging behind the first in terms of both volume and quality of products.

Scotch tape

Today Scotland is among the leaders in the production of "water of life". However, in this country another name is used - scotch tape.

There are several varieties of Scottish Scotch on sale:

• single malt, Single Malt;
• single malt, Cask Strength (bottled undiluted, cask strength, i.e. 65-75%);
• a mixture of single malt varieties from different distilleries (Vatted Malt (Pure Malt));
• grain, Single Grain;
• a mixture of grain varieties of scotch tape from different manufacturers;
• blended, or Blended, a mixture of grain spirits and single malt whiskeys.

Many Scottish strains are characterized by a smoky flavor, although in fact the world of Scottish Scotch is a unique collection of a wide variety of flavors. It is traditionally kept here in barrels from other alcoholic beverages: bourbon and Tennessee whiskey, Spanish sherries and all kinds of container combinations from these and other products.

As a result, there is an adhesive tape with the taste of malt, raisins, fortified wines, honey, candy, nutshells, peat smoke, sea salt, mineral sulfur and other similar combinations, all without artificial additives and flavors.

However, most of all on the market are blended varieties - "average" quality and low prices, although there are also unique, self-sufficient mixtures among the brands. Many well-known brands of whiskey are blends.

Choice old cameron brig

The only brand of grain whiskey that can be found in retail. Grain spirits are commonly used in conjunction with malt spirits to create blends, and Choice Old Cameron Brig whiskey is all that aficionados can find neat. It has no competitors - a unique variety for people with a unique taste.

Chivas regal

Elite Scotch whiskey Chivas Regal appeared in 1801, by the grace of two brothers, John and James Chivas. Their store sold expensive sorts of coffee, rum, spices, but they could not find a suitable quality scotch tape. And in the end, they cooked it themselves. As the story says, the noble Scots quickly appreciated the new version of their favorite drink.

Now under this brand Chivas Regal is sold 40% of the fortress, aged 12, 18, 21 and 25 years. Chivas Regal, 18 years old, won a gold medal in an international competition in 1998, and it proves that it is one of the best brands in the global scotch market.

Bushmills

Bushmills single malt Scotch whiskey is produced at one of the oldest distilleries in the world - it is more than 400 years old, and neither war nor "dry law" could interrupt production. Bushmills Scotch does not tolerate dilution, mixing and biting; best of all, its soft and pleasant taste is revealed by solo.

Johnnie walker

One of the most famous brands of blended whiskey around the world. Its history begins in the sixties of the 19th century, when Alexander Walker created his brand of Scotch Old Highland. In 1909, the two main brands that existed at that time changed their names to Johnnie Walker Black Label and Johnnie Walker Red Label.

Red Label is an inexpensive standard blend, it includes about 35 varieties of three- or five-year aging. The drink is very popular - it is good both by itself and with cola or ice.

Black Label is a variety with a complex taste, this is its main advantage. It includes about 40 varieties of Scottish Scotch, of which 35 are malt. Whiskey from almost all regions of production, mixing in it, gives rise to a unique aroma and taste. This is a deluxe blend and it fully deserves its popularity.

In addition to the two most famous, the Johnny Walker brand has offered the world several more varieties: Green Label (a mixture of exclusively malt whiskeys of fifteen years of age), soft and delicate Gold Label (15 rare varieties of eighteen years old), Platinum Label and Blue Label - a “royal” product , the price for a bottle of which is up to $ 500.

The Blue Label series is made up of 16 rare varieties - some of which, like the 1923 Auchterool, are not produced anywhere else. The drink in each barrel is unique.

Ballantine's

Ballantine's whiskey is one of the most popular brands in Europe and in the world. It was ranked 10th in the ranking of the world's best selling brands according to the German newspaper Handelsblatt. This brand was born in the sixties of the 19th century, when grocer George Ballantyne began to blend whiskey according to his own recipe.

The Ballantine's line of varieties includes six scotch tapes with different characteristics and aging. Ballantine's Finest, for example, contains about 57 alcohols of various aging. Glenburgie brings a fruity sweetness note with hints of apples and pears. Miltonduff - vanilla sweetness, floral and herbal notes of a noble drink.

Glenfiddich

Glenfiddich single malt Scotch whiskey of excellent quality, minimum aging - 12 years. The Glenfiddich line includes one of the most expensive varieties in the world - the Glenfiddich 50 Year Old Rare Collection, released in only 500 bottles and signed personally by Peter Gordon, the founder's great-great-grandson.

Irish whiskey

One of the founders and former "trendsetter" - Ireland - strongly influenced the distribution of whiskey. Triple distillation is popular here - not at all like in Scotland, where there are mainly two distillations. In Ireland, spirits are also aged in sherry and bourbon barrels, but unlike the Scots, the Irish make whiskey not only from malt, but also from a mixture of malted and unmalted barley.

You can find the following varieties born in this country:

• malt, single malt whiskey - Single Malt;
• a mixture of malted and unmalted barley - Pure Pot Still;
• grain - Single Grain;
• blended - Blended - a mixture of the previous three.

Jameson

Jameson Irish whiskey dates back to 1780, and today it is one of the most famous and best-selling brands. Classic "Jameson" has a soft and light taste, with a pleasant sweet, nutty aftertaste.

In the line of brands of this brand - Jameson Rarest Vintage Reserve, the product of the work of four experienced masters of blending. It includes the oldest and rarest spirits aged in sherry and port barrels, and the finished drink is full of fruity and floral tones.

Whiskey brand Jameson 18 Year Old Limited Reserve combines notes of sherry, chocolate and vanilla, produced in limited quantities, and each bottle has its own personal number. Jameson Gold Reserve (introduced in 1996) contains alcohols aged in fresh oak barrels.

Tullamore dew

Founded in 1887, Tullamore Dew maintains its position to this day in Ireland and beyond. Moreover, its popularity continues to grow. Tullamore Dew 10 Years Old Single Malt was named Best Irish Whiskey of 2012 at the annual NYISC competition. The aroma of this ten-year-old drink consists of a combination of freshly cut grass, pineapple and roasted wood. The taste is reminiscent of primarily fruit, with a hint of raisins and figs, and leaves an aftertaste of apricot and raisins.

In total, the brand's lineup consists of five varieties. Tullamore Dew Phoenix, a limited edition variety, deserves special attention from connoisseurs.Its characteristic feature is the high content of Pure Pot Still whiskey, which matured in sherry barrels.

Redbreast

Redbrest Irish Whiskey was named the # 1 purchase in John Hansell's Buyer's Guide, which perfectly illustrates the brand's current position in the water of life. Redbreast is categorized as a Pure Pot Still Whiskey and although only appeared in the early 20th century, it has already earned a reputation as a product worth trying.

American bourbon

In the USA, whiskey is made mainly from corn - here it is called "bourbon". Unlike Scotland and Ireland, in the United States, almost all alcohols, with the exception of single malt, are aged for at least two years in new barrels - that is, they have no alcoholic "predecessors". There are many types of this drink in America, but most importantly, it is completely different from the Scottish and Irish and was able to occupy its own niche in the whiskey market.

This country produces:

• Blended water of life. At least 20% consists of the types listed below, the rest is grain alcohol.
• Single Malt Whiskey. Made from malted barley only.
• Tennessee Sour Mash. The recipe contains at least 51% corn. In practice, it is often made with 80% corn and 20% malt.
• Bourbon (bourbon) - cask strength, from one particular barrel.
• It is the same, that is, bourbon, but from several specially selected barrels, most often also of barrel strength (Barrel Select, Small Batch).
• Corn Whiskey is made from at least 80% corn, the rest is other grains.
• Rye (Straight Rye). 51% rye, 49% - cereals of other types.
• Wheat (Straight Wheat). Again - 51% wheat, and 49% - cereals of other types.

Jack Daniel's

One of the most popular global brands, entered the TOP-100 alcoholic beverages according to Impact Databank. The main difference between Tennessee whiskey and bourbon is that the first one undergoes a “softening” process. Drop by drop the alcohol is filtered through 10 feet of sugar maple charcoal.

The secret of Jack Daniel's mild, original taste lies precisely in this painstaking filtration, as well as in the use of delicious mountain spring water in Hollow. It should be drunk separately from everything, and connoisseurs combine the "native of Tennessee" with lemon or apple juice in cocktails.

Jim beam

A popular worldwide variety of bourbon, included in the TOP-100 best-selling (by volume) alcoholic beverages, according to the authoritative Impact Databank. Unlike Jack Daniel's, the price of Jim Beam is quite affordable, and this plays an important role.

We can say that this bourbon has found the perfect balance of price and quality, and should be tried by anyone who calls himself a whiskey lover.

Maker's Mark

Another member of the ratings and TOPs, but this is the opposite of both Jim Beam and Jack Daniels. A distillery in Kentucky bottled no more than 19 barrels per batch, and its price fluctuates around 2,500 rubles per bottle in domestic online stores.

Such limited production makes it possible to use manual labor, as well as strictly control the quality of the drink. American whiskey of the Maker's Mark brand has its own unique feature - the varieties for bottling are selected not by age, but by taste.

Whiskey from the Land of the Rising Sun

The Japanese are neat people, able to appreciate the high quality, be it technique, martial arts or whiskey. The history of the drink in this country began in the twenties of the 20th century, and they copied the Scots and did not strive for originality.

At least that's how it looks at the moment - you shouldn't look for some uniquely Japanese varieties here. However, quality is held in high esteem - it was the Japanese Yamazaki that was recognized in 2013 as the best single malt whiskey according to the results of the Whiskey Bible Awards. Popular brands of whiskey in Japan belong to drinks from a higher price segment - they impose high demands on producers, which affects the final cost of the product.

Suntory

Celebrities are not afraid of competition - they, like everything real, are unique.Suntory Hibiki 21 Years Old is a brand of malt and grain varieties that have been aged in cherry barrels for at least 21 years. At the annual World Whiskey Awards in Glasgow, the brand won the title of best whiskey among brands several times in a row. Another variety from the Suntory line - Yamazaki - was recognized as the best in 2013.

Other products of the brand are also worthy of attention and love. "Suntory" is the very legendary, the first company that started the production of whiskey in the country. In Japan itself, their products are a bestseller and a regular winner of competitions.

It is impossible to mention all the brands that are worthy of attention in one review. Among those that remained "behind the scenes" of the article, there are also quite a lot of interesting varieties. An attempt was made here to suggest a good choice for people who have just begun to discover a new world for themselves.

Soon the new year, and with it a festive feast. I want to draw your attention to alcoholic drinks other than (brrrrr ... ..) vodka. Today I will introduce you to the 20 most popular brands of whiskey / bourbon in the United States. Remember that the word for whiskey is masculine and don't say "good whiskey" but say "good whiskey."

Quite by accident, the rating of alcoholic interest in the United States for the last month caught my eye. More precisely, the rating of interest in whiskey. In this topic, I am not an expert at all, and I can hardly be called an amateur, but I will give you a list. I apologize in advance for possible inaccuracies, and please note them in the comments. So, the rating of American interest in whiskey / bourbon brands.

20 best (popular) whiskey producers

1. Jack Daniel's (USA)

2. Johnnie Walker (Scotch whiskey, Scotch. Scotland). Budget good whiskey (for my country taste).

3. Jameson (Whiskey. Ireland). A very popular drink. In one village I saw a 5 liter bottle at the checkout, either for 5 or 7 thousand.

Everything is clear with leaders. Surely you have tried any of these three. The popularity rating of whiskey among the public is not limited to the leaders. I emphasize that this does not mean that these varieties are the best whiskey, it only means that they are the most popular. A good drink is not always the most popular. But, nevertheless, we continue.

Fourth to tenth place:

4. Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve (Bourbon. USA). Really baffled me. I had to go to the internet. The history of the Van Winkle family in this business dates back to the 1800s. The peculiarity of whiskey is the use of corn, wheat, and barley in the recipe instead of corn, rye and barley. Well, until you try, you don't know.

5. Crown Royal (Canadian whiskey)

6. Jim Beam (Bourbon. USA). Well, this drink is familiar to everyone. A traditional drink for those who are afraid of flying.

7. Maker's Mark (Bourbon. USA)

8. Macallan (Scotland)

9. Buffalo Trace (Bourbon. USA). Another representative from Kentucky.

10. Lagavulin (Whiskey. Scotland). Scotch single malt whiskey.

From eleventh to twentieth place in the ranking of whiskey-turbo:

11. Glenlivet (Single Malt Scotch Whiskey)

12. Woodford Reserve (Bourbon. USA)

13. Evan Williams (Bourbon. USA)

14. J&B (Whiskey. Scotland)

15. Glenfiddich (Whiskey. Scotland)

16. Wild Turkey (Bourbon. USA)

17. Knob Creek (Bourbon. USA. Produced by Jim Beam distilleries)

18. Balvenie distillery (Whiskey. Scotland)

19. Chivas Regal (Whiskey. Scotland)

20. Dewar's (Whiskey. Scotland)

Yes ... This is not "Hunt" strong plastic 2.25L. A friend of mine even had a theory about the smell of morning fumes. Beer fumes are present in a clear social loser, and the morning drunkenness with a glass of good whiskey raises the status to transcendental heights. See 5 more popular wines.

I will not be so categorical, but for those who are interested in brands of quality whiskey, I recommend the whiskeydaily site. com. The history of the factories, whiskey tasting is told in an interesting and easy way. I wrote about alcohol replicas and, in particular, Jack Daniels Old No.7 Tennessee in another post, so I will not return to this topic here. Moreover, it has nothing to do with good whiskey.

That's all for now. Remember that excessive consumption is harmful to your health. Good luck!

TretiakAbout everythingSoon the new year, and with it a festive feast.I want to draw your attention to alcoholic drinks other than (brrrrr ... ..) vodka. Today I will introduce you to the 20 most popular brands of whiskey / bourbon in the United States. Remember that the word for whiskey is masculine and don't say 'good whiskey' but say 'good whiskey'