How to pick a good whiskey — a beginner's guide
Many people want to try whiskey but don't know where to start. For a first taste, soft and balanced bottles are the better call.
Where a beginner starts
Newcomers usually do well with:
- Irish whiskey
- a mild Scotch blend
- bourbon with vanilla notes
- light Japanese styles
Don't reach for very smoky or very expensive bottles right away. First figure out which style you actually enjoy.
How to drink it
You can drink whiskey:
- neat
- with a couple of ice cubes
- with a splash of water
- in cocktails
A solid first bottle
A solid start: a mid-priced bottle from a well-known brand.
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