{"id":6956,"date":"2024-02-01T10:09:44","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T10:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redbreastwhiskey.com\/?page_id=6956"},"modified":"2024-02-01T11:02:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T11:02:55","slug":"whiskey-neat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.redbreastwhiskey.com\/en-us\/whiskey-neat\/","title":{"rendered":"Whiskey Neat"},"content":{"rendered":"
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How to Drink Whiskey Neat<\/h1>\n\n
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If <\/span>you<\/span>\u2019re<\/span> lo<\/span>oki<\/span>ng <\/span>for<\/span> a <\/span>way<\/span> to<\/span> ap<\/span>pre<\/span>cia<\/span>te <\/span>a c<\/span>omp<\/span>lex<\/span> sp<\/span>iri<\/span>t l<\/span>ike<\/span> wh<\/span>isk<\/span>ey<\/span>,<\/span> dr<\/span>ink<\/span>ing<\/span> it<\/span> \u201cn<\/span>eat<\/span>\u201d c<\/span>an <\/span>be <\/span>a g<\/span>rea<\/span>t <\/span>p<\/span>lac<\/span>e<\/span> t<\/span>o s<\/span>tar<\/span>t<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> He<\/span>re\u2019<\/span>s<\/span> o<\/span>ur <\/span>com<\/span>ple<\/span>te <\/span>gui<\/span>de <\/span>to <\/span>dri<\/span>nki<\/span>ng <\/span>\u2013 a<\/span>nd <\/span>sav<\/span>ori<\/span>ng <\/span>\u2013 w<\/span>his<\/span>key<\/span> ne<\/span>at.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \t\t <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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What Does \u201cWhiskey Neat\u201d Mean?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Drinking whiskey “neat” means enjoying whiskey by itself, at room temperature<\/span>,<\/span> without<\/span> any mixers or dilution.<\/span> It’s<\/span> one way to appreciate the complexities <\/span>an<\/span>d nuances in a<\/span>n aged Irish whiskey like Redbreast.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n

How Do You Drink Whiskey Neat?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\n \n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\"Whiskey\n\t<\/picture>\n\n\n

There are a few things to pay attention to \u2013 including glassware, size of the pour, temperature and how to taste \u2013 when you sip whiskey neat.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Glassware:<\/span><\/b> While you can enjoy Redbreast from any type of glassware, we recommend using a tulip-shaped or Glencairn glass. The tulip shape, which has a wide base and a narrower top, allows the aromas to gather and concentrate in the glass, and the amount of headroom gives you enough space to enjoy these aromas.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pouring:<\/span><\/b> Start with two ounces of whiskey. This is a standard pour for neat whiskey \u2013 if you ask for whiskey neat at a bar, this is what the bartender will serve.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Temperature:<\/span><\/b> Neat whiskey is typically served at room temperature (60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit). Drinking whiskey at room temperature allows you to experience all the flavors \u2013 chilling the whiskey can mute the flavors, hiding some of the complexities.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tasting:<\/span><\/b> Once you\u2019re all set up, it\u2019s time to taste the whiskey. Start by smelling the whiskey, taking time to note the subtle aromas. What do you smell? Vanilla? Spices? Wood?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Then, take small sips, allowing the whiskey to coat your palate. It\u2019s important to go slowly. Explore the flavor profile \u2013 what notes do you taste? Is it fruity? Nutty? When you swallow, what is the finish like? Is it warming? Smooth? How long does it last? Are there flavors and aromas you notice only after you\u2019ve swallowed?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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That\u2019s it! If you\u2019re a beginner to drinking whiskey neat, you might notice a lot of alcohol flavors at first. It may take a bit of time and practice to start noticing some of the subtler flavors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Neat is just one way to enjoy whiskey. Here are some other ways to experience the complex flavors and aromas.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On the Rocks<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Whiskey over ice or “on the rocks” can be a refreshing choice. The ice subtly dilutes the whiskey, making the alcohol flavor less harsh while still allowing you to experience many of the whiskey\u2019s subtler notes.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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We recommend you start with one or two ice cubes. If the whiskey gets too cold, you might not be able to enjoy all the different flavors.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

Whiskey <\/span>With<\/span> Water<\/span><\/h3>\n

Adding a few drops of water is another way to enjoy whiskey. Water can <\/span>open up<\/span> the spirit, releasing more aromas. Like ice, water can soften whiskey\u2019s intensity by dampening the burn from the alcohol.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n

In a Cocktail<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Whiskey is a versatile base for cocktails and mixers. It\u2019s a star player in classics like the Manhattan, whiskey sour and old fashioned. Some of our favorite flavor combinations are:\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Explore our selection of cocktail recipes and discover new ways to enjoy Redbreast.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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