How many alcoholic drinks do you know? Many? And which drink is considered the king? Naturally, whiskey! But exceptionally good whiskey. The color of the noble drink ranges from weakly brewed tea to almost black. This factor does not affect taste. Usually they drink whiskey with cola, the proportions are traditional, they are not violated. Although in the United States the majority of the population prefers the drink is pure, without additives. Ice does not count. By the way, not a single cocktail or pure alcohol can do without it. If desired, you can add a leaf of mint or lemon balm, a slice of lemon or lime.
So how do they drink whiskey and cola in Russia? The proportions are quite simple. Fifty grams of alcohol add the same amount of soda. Sometimes the latter is poured a little more, sometimes a little less. It all depends on taste preferences. In bar cards, you can increasingly find a whiskey + cola drink at a certain price. In parentheses usually indicate the name of alcohol. Choose for you: try to order a clean drink and soda separately, experiment with the proportions or buy a ready-made mix.
What do they usually drink whiskey from? Traditionally, this is a low glass (100 milliliters), which is called "old fashion". It can be faceted, with a narrowed bottom, round or square. But cocktails, which are based on whiskey, are poured not only into these glasses. These can be “shots” (cocktail piles), “highballs” (glasses for large juice), “collins” (similar to the previous ones, but the volume is even larger). By the way, the preparation of alcoholic cocktails based on whiskey is better to entrust to someone who understands this. Or observe the exact proportions, otherwise there is a risk of not feeling the taste that was intended. There are many recipes, but there is no limit for imagination, you can try and boldly set up experiments, choosing the perfect option for yourself. You will vouch for the result yourself.
When making a cocktail with whiskey and cola, set the proportions yourself. The main rule is to eat alcohol, which is not recommended to be mixed. For example, whiskey and beer. Two products, the mixing of which gives nothing but a headache in the morning. This also applies to absinthe with whiskey. Such a duet in itself is unacceptable, and sometimes dangerous to health. This applies to those people who have diseases of the cardiovascular or nervous system, intolerance to strong alcohol.
Those who prefer to drink whiskey with cola, do not violate the proportions, do not abuse the drink, you can not fear for their health. Such a mixture is even useful. In small quantities, this mix relieves daily stress, helps to relax. Whiskey, like cognac, is usually eaten with a slice of lime or lemon. But chocolate also works. Moreover, he gives a special aftertaste to some varieties of the drink. It is better to choose black chocolate to reduce the negative effect of alcohol on the body .
The best of the best, according to tradition, is considered to be whiskey produced in Scotland. This country is famous for its strong and noble drink to the whole world. Price usually matches quality. The higher the second, the larger the first. Do not save on a really decent drink.