Whisky is perhaps the most popular alcoholic drink throughout the world. Made from fermented grain mash, the drink is believed to date back to as early as the 15th century. In order to enjoy whisky, it is very necessary that you know how to pour the drink as well as the right technique of drinking it. It is also necessary to know the art of pouring whisky when you are having guests at your house. You should not be clumsy with the bottle or spill it while opening it or pouring the whisky. In the following lines, we will tell you how to pour whisky in glass.
Pouring Whisky in Glass
- While pouring whisky, the first thing that you need to decide is the type of glass that you will use.
- Though whisky can be served in almost any glass, be it a tumbler, a snifter glass or cognac glass, I prefer snifter glass. This is because it helps you inhale the rich aroma of whisky.
- In case you are drinking or serving whisky 'on the rocks', take a glass and put ice cubes in it.
- Hold the bottle with clean hands and get a firm grip on it.
- Now, lowering the bottles at an angle, bring its top towards the glass.
- Pour the required amount of whisky in the glass.
- While pouring the whisky, be a bit slow, so that it does not splash up.
- Turn the bottle slightly, in order to prevent dripping.
- In case you are serving whisky with water or soda, first pour whisky into the glass.
- Follow the whisky with water or soda.
- Finally, add ice cubes.
