Every third Saturday of May the “World whiskey day”the wonderful distilled drink that captivates millions of people in the world. On the planet there are various varieties of this elixir and different characteristics, knowing them requires preparation and learning that leads almost a lifetime. For this reason, the secrets of this liquid, which in its beginnings were thought to be medicinal, are part of a universal and popular historical culture that has not lost validity.
In dialogue with news, Roisbert Gonzalez, Brand Ambassador of Chivas Regalhe developed a top five of the best whiskeys in the market. A native of Venezuela, with only 29 years, and more than a decade of experience in the cocktail industry and spirits, González is a benchmark of Pernod Ricard Argentina to give advice to the different bars of the country. A challenge that can be checked this weekend providing with a glass or with a glass the delicious legacy of the British islands.
Chivas 12 years
Founded in 1801, Chivas Regal is considered the emblematic brand in the world of Scottish whiskey. “Made with the best Scottish whiskeys of malt and grain of a minimum of aging of 12 years, this whiskey is the flagship label of the brand. Within the whiskeys that are part of this distinctive mixture is the Strathisla malt whiskey and the Strathclyde grain whiskey, among others, to create a blended Scotch Balanced and extraordinarily soft whiskey.
The Deacon
Representing the latest innovation of the Pernod Ricard portfolio, being the first smoked firm whiskey. “Its complexity arises from the combination of the best of two flavor profiles: the fruity and soft malt prestigious “The World’s 50 Best Bars” list for three consecutive years (2019-2021).
Tx whiskey
With 3 years of aging, the Bourbon offers a soft, sweet and floral flavor profile. “It is made with 100% Texan ingredients: yellow corn, winter wheat and malted barley, along with a single nut yeast strain. Its elaboration in Texas reflects the tradition of the southern culture of the United States, combining innovation with tradition,” González said.
Jameson
Jameson is defined by those who know as versatility in its purest form. The specialist born in Caracas said: “Thanks to its triple distillation, it is incredibly soft and friendly to the palate. It is the ideal whiskey for those who are beginning to discover this world. Jameson is distinguished by its balanced flavor, where walnut, vanilla and sweet church notes are combined, accompanied by floral aromas, sweet and tidy touch. All this is round It makes it an accessible and versatile whiskey. ”
The Glenlivet
According to the story, The Glenlivet was the first legal distillery of Scotland, founded in 1824, and marked the beginning of a new era for Scottish whiskey. His expression Founder’s Reserve brings fruit notes, citrus and a touch of vanilla. “It is an elegant, soft and very accessible whiskey, which invites you to explore the characteristic flavors of a single malt of the Speyside region. If you are attracted to fruit and sweet profiles, this is a perfect entrance door to the world of malt whiskey,” the expert concluded.
Another question is where to celebrate World Whiskey Day this weekend. The recommended spaces are as follows:
Anasagasti – Anasagasti 2067 passage, Palermo
In a vintage house, located in the Anasagasti 2067 passage, there is Anasagasti, the legendary homonymous bar of Buenos Aires Street. The gastronomic proposal is offered on each floor: bar on the ground floor, restaurant and cava in the first, and a more relaxed restaurant-terrace in the second. At all levels, the cocktails has a great prominence. The bars are true sanctuaries for the elaboration of drinks and all kinds of concoction. The advisable thing is to get carried away by the bartenders, who know each bottle exhibited behind the counter, and open to the experience of the palate.
And other spaces in the city of Buenos Aires offer for the date their respective author’s drinks to celebrate:
Gordo Chanta – Juan Ramirez de Velazco 1200, Villa Crespo
Old Fashion: Whiskey fox fingerprint (which is made in Patagonia), Mizuame (Japanese sweetener made by hand -based rice and malt) and Angostura bitters. It is a very faithful version of the classic but with 100% national inputs and with a very interesting Asian touch
Boticario- Honduras 5207, Palermo
New York Sour de Limón Rosado and Rosa China: Bourbon, pink lemon juice, simple syrup, foam of Jerez macerated in China Rosa. Unlike the classic New York Sour this will have more sweet notes due to pink and floral lemon due to the Chinese rose. Then we clarify it with almond milk. It is a cocktail that helps control blood pressure and heart ailments.
Costa 7070- Av. Costanera Rafael Forced 7070, Costanera
Cañita: JOHNNIE WALKER WHISKY OF TASTADAS AVELLANAS, FRUIT BREW COLD AND CACAO CASCARILLAS
The Moors: S MP S JOHNNIE WALKER WHISKY RED MASS MASS TANDORI AND MANGO, LEMON JUG.
Gordo-Thames 1810, Palermo
Manuelita La Loca: Irish whiskys (Jameson), Vermut Rosso, Soju de Pluela, Bitter Angostura, Gochuragu.
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