Aged whiskey

Whiskey is not just an alcoholic drink among others. This is a real work of art, the manufacture of which is engaged in many peoples of the world. Irish and Scottish alcohol is especially appreciated. Other countries are trying to keep up with him. Practice shows that beginners acquire whiskey only because it is fashionable. "Epiphany" comes much later. Together with him, buyers begin to pay attention to some parameters of the drink: in the name of the manufacturer, on the type of whiskey, the bottling region and, of course, for the aging period.

Aged whiskey has always been in high demand, even despite its high cost. Almost every company related to whiskey, as such, is engaged in its manufacture. The drink is aged, as a rule, in oak barrels. This is the last stage of the manufacturing process. It is there that barley alcohol is converted into whiskey. In the same place, the drink darkens, acquires its taste and color qualities, receives an additional aroma.

Aged whisky usually stands in wine barrels previously used by the Spaniards to age sherry. This is what testifies to his high quality. Rest assured that if this is the case, any beverage manufacturer will try to report it. Barrels made of American white oak are more common. The option of pre-treatment with cheap sherry is also possible. To speed up the aging process, the inner walls are laid with charcoal or burned.

Whiskey aging

How long whiskey was stored in a barrel directly depends on its quality, and therefore cost. Minimum holding time shall not be less than 2 years. The best aged whiskey is stored for at least 10-12 years. During this time, he manages to get a special taste and unique aroma. It is also worth saying that foodies can find whiskey varieties that are recommended to withstand from 20 to 60 years. However, often such bottles are sold through auctions.

Approximate timing of whiskey aging

Each country involved in the manufacture of whiskey has its own norms. According to them, in Ireland whisky must be aged for at least 5 years; in Scotland - at least 3; in Canada - at least

6. We have already noted earlier that exclusive varieties are aged for 10-12 years. For collectibles, the value is 21 years. The legendary whiskey has an age of about 60 years.