How to taste single malt scotch

Single malt whiskey is made of a single batch of grain (usually barley) at a single distillery. Most drinkers will agree that the best of these are crafted in Scotland, including Mccallen, Glenlivet, Dalwhinnie and Laphroaig, just to name a few. Like fine wine, single malt whiskey takes on characteristics of the land and climate where the barley is grown. For instance, single malts from the Isle of Islay tend to have an earthy, peat-like taste. There are many types of scotch to sample. Read on to learn how to taste a single malt scotch.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Chose a whiskey distilled in Scotland. Single malts crafted in Scotland are, arguably, the best in the world. To best enjoy your experience, choose a Scottish single malt. Those produced by Highland distilleries, such as Macallen, are good choices for first-time sippers, as they have a smoother texture than island whiskeys.

2. Forgo the ice cubes. A Scotchman would never sully his drink with ice cubes. Neither should you if you'd like to enjoy the full flavor of the whiskey. Ice dilutes the drink and numbs the taste buds.

3. Inhale the aroma. Drink fine whiskey is a treat for your nose as well as your taste buds. Before you sip, inhale deeply over the glass and enjoy the heady aroma.

4. Sip slowly. Single malt whiskey is meant to be savored, not gulped. Drink you single malt in small measures.

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