Blended Scotch, he says, is not a poor relation of malt.Blenders set out to combine characteristics of malt and grain whiskies in such a way that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
STORAGE
It should be stored upright, not on its side-it can rot the cork. It should be kept away from direct sunlight, which alters the chemistry of the liquid , and ideally at a cool temperature. But it's much more robust than wine.
ADVICE
Enjoy whisky as you like, but to fully appreciate it, don't add mixers or ice. Much of the appreciation is done with the nose. Ice closes down the aroma.
However, a little water usually brings up the bouquet.
However, a little water usually brings up the bouquet.
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE GLASS
Traditional whisky tumblers are fine for drinking but hopeless for appreciation. Whisky tasting glasses, white wine glasses or snifters, with a bowl to swirl the liquid and direct the aroma to your nose, are better.
AND NOW, SOME TOP-END WHISKYS
The Macallan Oscuro, at 400 pounds, and Dalmore 1981 Matusalem (399pounds), are worth the investment. Also a wonderful
bottling from Gordon & MacPhail, the Tamdhu 1960, at 275 pounds, seems an incredible price for a 50+ year-old whisky.....
bottling from Gordon & MacPhail, the Tamdhu 1960, at 275 pounds, seems an incredible price for a 50+ year-old whisky.....
