Real Scotch whiskey "Chivas Regal"

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Whisky is a popular strong alcoholic drink that originated in Scotland. The basis for its production are cereals, water and natural yeast. And after the drink is kept for a certain amount of time in barrels made of oak or cherry wood. The quality and price of the drink directly depend on the time of its exposure: the older the whiskey, the more expensive it is. The popularity of this alcohol has given rise to many variants, for example, the American bourbon known today is nothing more than the same whiskey. Brands produced in Australia, Japan and Canada are also known all over the world. But its classic version, of course, is Scottish, which is called scotch (scotch) - in translation, this is "Scottish". Depending on the raw materials used in production, there are m alt whiskey (m alt), grain whiskey (grain) and the most common -mixed (blended). Whiskey "Chivas Regal" (Chivas Regal) of various exposures is well-deservedly popular among producers: you will find all the detailed information about this brand in our article.

By the way, an interesting fact. In English, there are two spellings of the word "whiskey". The first - "whisky" - applies only to those varieties of drink that were made in Scotland. To define all other species use the word "whiskey". This is how they pay tribute to the birthplace of this noble drink.

Whiskey "Chivas Regal": information from producers

This is perhaps one of the most famous and oldest brands of whiskey produced in Scotland. The brand originated in 1836 in the city of Aberdeen. The two brothers who founded the company set as their goal to produce only a high-quality drink that meets the highest standards adopted in the production of whiskey. They succeeded and opened up the opportunity not only to supply the drink for export, but also to the royal court of Great Britain itself. To date, there are 3 main types of whiskey (the number after the name indicates the number of years of aging).

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  Whiskey "Chivas Regal 12 years" (Chivas Regal 12) - this drink has an amber color and aroma of a summer meadow, a rich taste with a hint of cigar smoke, caramel and hints of hazelnuts. The aftertaste remains the most noble, creamy.

• "Chivas Regal 18" (Chivas Regal 18) - a special, author's blend that received the highest award oninternational competition in 1998. It has a very intense amber color, aromas of dried fruits, spices with a hint of caramel. A soft, noble taste has notes of dark chocolate, flowers and smoke. The aftertaste is long.
• "Chivas Revolve" (Chivas Revolve) - an exclusive and very expensive drink produced by the company "Chivas". Poured into special bottles, made according to the sketches of the famous designer, it has an exquisite softness of taste and a light floral aroma. Produced in a limited edition.

How to drink whiskey "Chivas Regal"

Like any other drink, whiskey has its own rules and traditions of drinking. Connoisseurs do not recommend mixing it in cocktails with other alcohol, or tonics and Coca-Cola, but enjoy it on their own. The drink is poured in small portions into low glasses with a wide and thick bottom, adding a small amount of ice. Whiskey should not be consumed too cold, at a minimum temperature of 18-20 degrees - this is the only way you can feel the declared taste, reveal a noble aroma, and then enjoy a rich aftertaste. Considering that Chivas Regal whiskey, the price of which is quite high and is about 2000 rubles per 700 ml bottle, is still quite expensive, mixing it with carbonated drinks may seem like a real waste. Prepared according to ancient technology, it is good on its own, and allowing yourself 30-50 ml at the bar, at the festive table orjust at the end of a busy day, you will fully plunge into the atmosphere of the birthplace of the drink - Scotland. You will feel the aroma of summer, but already withering meadows, the taste of chocolate and spices. After all, it is not in vain that real British aristocrats are used to spending evenings over a glass of whiskey.