The similarities and the differences between Scotch and Bourbon
In fact, Scotch and Bourbon is a drink called whiskey. But the raw material, the technology of preparation, method of treatment they are different. And the result is two drinks with completely different taste, so Scotch and Bourbon can not be identified.
Scotch is a Scottish whiskey that's easy to learn by looking at the name. On the bottles with the beverage provided whisky, while packages with other types of whiskey, whiskey is written.
Bourbon is American whiskey. This name was given to him by the peasants in honor of the village in which it was created.
But the place of origin is not the only difference between these drinks. First of all, they are made of different materials. So, real Scotch is made from barley, for drying which is used peat. It adds notes of smoke in the flavor of the finished beverage. Get the Bourbon from corn.
Technological processes of cooking and whiskey, and Bourbon have a lot in common. But the main difference is that they have different aged. Exactly what is aged in barrels alcohol affects the taste of the drink. Scotch is aged in previously used barrels of sherry. Their wood is softer and it gives the Scotch flavor of the previous drink.
Alcohol, from which in a few years will be a Bourbon, it is necessary to stand only in new charred white oak barrels. With this caveat, the drink has a dark rich color.
As for the taste, the Scotch is different tartness and sweetness, and the Bourbon has a sweet taste and rich aroma.
How to drink Scotch and Bourbon
The culture of drinking in different countries. Therefore, in order to allow the drink to develop their full bouquet, you need to drink it the way it is used at home.
Scotch is drunk from tall glasses with a thick bottom, having the shape of a Tulip. The glasses must be cooled, as the drink itself. Using the tape, do not hurry. Drink it in small SIPS, holding in the mouth, to feel every touch of flavor. Glasses with tape decorated, this drink is also don't drink through a straw – it is considered bad form.
Bourbon also drink out of glasses with a thick bottom. And the same as Scotch, Bourbon, enjoy slowly. Before you take the first SIP, a glass of this drink long warm in hands, then shake, a few drops rubbed on the fingers, inhale the aroma. Only after that, start drinking Bourbon, savoring the taste.
But we should not forget that Scotch, and Bourbon – spirits, and do not abuse them.