Which whiskey is better: a rating of the best alcoholic drinks for whiskey lovers

Whiskey is both simple and everyday, but at the same time an elite drink. The degree of the whiskey class depends on its characteristics: cost, aging, raw materials used. Irish and Scottish varieties are among the favorites, however, there are many other drinks that deserve attention. We have selected the 8 best whiskeys and compiled a rating that takes into account all the pros and cons of each drink, as well as their main characteristics and method of production.

TOP 8 best whiskeys

8. "Bells"

Bells whiskey is very popular in Russia - it can be found on the shelves even in ordinary grocery supermarkets. However, this brand came from Scotland, and in addition to Russia, has earned great popularity in England. Whiskey Bells is a blend of over 30 grain and malt alcohols. The Bells trademark was registered in 1896. Today, this drink is sold in more than 100 countries around the world. The peculiarity of Bells whiskey is a pure honey-amber shade, woody-nutty, as well as fruity notes in the taste. The price for a small bottle is overpriced, but this is due not only to the great popularity of the whiskey, but also to its excellent quality.

7. "Dewars"

Dewars whiskey is a popular drink with a century-old history. This is a classic blended whiskey made according to old technologies, but on modern equipment. Produced in Scotland on the East Coast. Dewars whiskey is very popular in the United States of America. The color of the whiskey is pale yellow. Flavoring notes gradually unfold, at first you can notice the taste of sweet rice and honey, which is gradually replaced by fruity-woody notes.

6. "Jameson"

Irish blended whiskey has earned great fame all over the world due to its special manufacturing technology and unusual taste. Whiskey is made by triple distillation and tastes a lot like a mixture of ginger ale and marmalade. The founder of the company had a big goal - to create a quality, delicious premium drink, and he did what he wanted. The production process has been perfected 100%, every stage has been worked out, from the assembly of the beans to the installation of corks on the bottles. The peculiarity of the technology used is that Jameson whiskey is triple distilled. Despite the fact that some aromatic notes disappear during the distillation process, the whiskey becomes lighter and tastier. Thanks to careful processing, the smell and taste of alcohol almost completely disappears, you can notice light, sweet notes.

5. "Jim Beam"

The Jim Beam is served in many cafes and restaurants and is popular with customers for its bright, clear color and rich aroma. Whiskey has been produced in Kentucky for more than two hundred years, and the uniqueness of the drink is given by the local preparation technology - bluegrass, which grows in the USA along with corn, is added to ordinary rye.The taste of the drink turns out to be extremely unusual - you can catch notes of caramel and vanilla in it, and then a whole bouquet of taste and aroma begins to unfold - notes of resin and cream appear.

4. "Ballantines"

Ballantines blended scotch tape is the best solution for true connoisseurs of quality alcohol. Ballantines Finest is considered one of the best-selling products in the whiskey line. The main flavor note that is felt especially brightly is vanilla and cream. Ballantines Finest is highly regarded by gourmets. This is a traditional, classic whiskey, which is produced according to an old recipe invented back in 1910 by the founder of the company.

3. "Chivas Regal"

The production of one of the most popular whiskey "Chivas Regal" was started in ancient times, back in 1801. The Chivas brothers, who became the founders of the company, independently developed a whiskey recipe and created a unique, delicious drink. Today this brand is one of the most famous and purchased not only in Scotland, but also in other countries. The cost of the drink depends on the aging. On sale you can find bottles of Chivas Regal whiskey with an aging of 12.15 or 18 years. The composition has a pronounced fruity-honey-floral taste. Whiskey is suitable for women who prefer tasty, aromatic drinks without a pronounced aftertaste of alcohol.

2. "Johnie Walker"

The history of the company for the production of whiskey "Johnie Walker" has more than 200 years, and the drink itself has gained such popularity that it is sold in many countries around the world, with rare exceptions. Whiskey "Johnie Walker" is produced using a unique technology and has an unusual taste, thanks to which they were awarded various prizes and won in nominations. Even the person who does not drink alcohol has ever heard of Johnny Walker whiskey. One of the best types of whiskey in the line is The Ultimate. It receives the largest number of positive reviews and is considered a kind of trademark of the brand - at the same time a powerful and soft taste with notes of chocolate, raisins and toffee is liked by many lovers of high-quality, expensive alcohol.

1. "Jack Daniels"

The most popular whiskey in the ranking, and in many countries of the world - "Jack Daniels". Opinions about the taste are largely similar, but someone believes that this drink is "food of the gods", while others claim that it is "ambrosia". However, many agree that this is one of the best whiskeys in existence today. The company has been operating for more than 140 years, and all this time, customers receive a high quality drink made in accordance with all standards and technologies. The uniqueness of the brand lies in the use of pure spring water, selected greens and a filter made of maple coal. The whiskey has a mixture of different smells and tastes: nuts, hot spices, smoke, and banana.

What you need to know when choosing a whiskey

High-quality alcohol is very different from low-quality alcohol - the difference is noticeable from the first sip. An improperly prepared drink has a strong alcoholic aroma and taste. However, it is impossible to notice this while the bottle is closed and stands on the shelf in the store.

Fortunately, there are several easy ways to determine the quality of your whiskey without opening the bottle:

• the type of whiskey is the first thing to look out for. Malt whiskey is made from pure barley malt, grain whiskey is made from whole grains. The most popular option is blended whiskey. When blending, two types of drink are mixed - malt and grain, as a result of which an ideal drink with a light, pleasant taste is obtained;
• it is also important to look at the region of production. Whiskey from Scotland is considered the standard of quality, but it is also the most expensive option. Lovers of tart taste will like Canadian whiskey, and those who prefer barley - whiskey from the United States;
• dwell time matters. The minimum period is 3 years, but popular producers tend to age whiskey for 4 to 18 years. Less matured varieties are much cheaper, but the taste will be very different from the reference;
• it is important to study all the labels that are on the packaging - they can "tell" a lot about the drink. So, the words "Double wood" mean that the drink was aged in two barrels - from under bourbon and sherry, and the words "Natural Coloring" mean that there are no harmful synthetic dyes in the composition.

Advice! Another nuance worth paying attention to is the originality of the bottle. Even in large stores, you can run into a fake. To prevent this from happening, you need to study the markings and visual features of the brand in advance, and check the presence of these "chips" on the bottle before buying. But even at first glance, if you notice uneven stickers and "dropping" letters, refuse to buy - this is the most obvious sign of a fake.