Here's The Right Way To Drink Scotch
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BY DHRUV TRIVEDI
The only correct way to drink Scotch is how you like it best and what makes it most satisfying. That said, experts have come up with ways to best taste all of a Scotch’s notes.
There are three broad steps to tasting Scotch: the nose, palate,
and finish. The first involves swirling
and smelling the spirit, since
aroma is a key part of the flavor.
Next, swirl a small sip of Scotch around your mouth so you can taste all its different notes. Finally, the finish is the aftertaste that lingers in your mouth after swallowing.
Once you've tried a few different types of Scotch, you can decide if you'd like to enjoy these flavors neat, diluted with water, or with the added embellishments of a mixer.
When enjoying Scotch neat or with a dash of water, it's best to drink it in a snifter or a nosing glass. To enjoy Scotch as a long, frosty sipper, make a highball.