Whether it’s Don Draper sipping scotch on Mad Men or Frank Sinatra with his signature glass of Jack Daniels, there’s something about men and whiskey that exudes a sense of classic refinement. Although in the modern world, women too are avid whiskey drinkers, this age-old image of whiskey being a masculine drink is slow to fade and even today, men make up a dominant part of the whiskey-loving audience, especially in India. That being said, the world of whiskey can be a daunting one.
There are so many types to choose from and so many unspoken rules about how to drink it, that sometimes it can be offtputting to dive in and become a true whiskey expert. This International Men’s Day, let’s celebrate the bond between man and whiskey by breaking down some of the must-know aspects of the spirit, so you can drink like a pro. How To Choose A Great WhiskeyWhen you walk into a liquor store you’re sure to find a world of choices in the whiskey aisle.
Properly picking the right one for you requires a little prior knowledge of what goes into making the spirit. Understanding starts with recognising the main national styles and their distinct characteristics. American whiskey, known for its sweetness, must be distilled in America and aged in barrels, encompassing varieties like bourbon (minimum 51% corn), rye (minimum 51% rye), and Tennessee whiskey (bourbon filtered through charcoal).
Scotch whisky, characterised by smoky and earthy notes, is distilled in Scotland primarily from ba.
