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There are a star-studded variety of whiskey brands, some of which are sweet, fruity, spicy, smoky, and a variety of other flavors.
Among them, in this issue.Focusing on "sweet whiskey," by type of sweetnessHere are some whiskey recommendations for
We invite you to find the perfect sweet whiskey for you.
The second half of the article also contains information on how to enjoy sweet whiskey more.
Dried fruit-like sweet whiskey
The whiskey has a ripe sweetness like dried fruit,Basically, the original wine matured in "sherry casks".is used.
If you have never had sherry before and don't know what it tastes like, start with the dry, rich and full-bodied "Oloroso." and as sweet as brown sugar, "Pedro JimenezIt is recommended to drink the "I'm sorry, I'm sorry.
After the above two types of sherry are matured, the casks are often used to mature whiskey, so the more you know about the taste, the more whiskey you will be able to enjoy!
Glendronach 12 years old
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Highlands) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
barrel aged | Oloroso cask Pedro Jimenez Barrel |
Recommended Drinking | straight rock |
Degree of sweetness |
."Glendronach 12 years oldThe "Dry" is dry for aging.Oloroso.The very sweetPedro Jimenez(at sentence-end, falling tone) indicates a confident conclusionWhiskey made from casks aged in two different types of sherry, each with its own maturation.It is.
It has a nutty, orangey freshness and a cinnamon spiciness, not to mention a dried-fruit fruity quality.
Flavors derived from sherry casks are well pronounced,Calm and rich tasteIt is.
The price has gone up a bit, but if you want to feel the goodness of sherry cask aged whiskey, this "Glendronading (sound of a bell, etc.)Qu 12 yearsI strongly recommend the "I" in the following paragraphs!
Bushmills Black Bush
country of origin | Ireland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
Recommended Drinking | Any way you drink it. |
Degree of sweetness |
."Bushmills Black BushThe ",Low price but rich sweetnessThis whisky is a whisky where you can feel the
It is blended, but the original wine used is also aged in sherry casks.
It is not too sweet, but clear and sharp, with a hint of spiciness.
Very smooth on the palate, with little alcohol,Relatively easy to drink even for whiskey beginnersI am sure you will.
It is quite cost-effective and has the "quirky drinkability" characteristic of Irish, making it ideal for everyday drinking!
Suntory Old
country of origin | Japan |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
Recommended Drinking | straight alcohol (usu. whiskey or shochu) diluted with water |
Degree of sweetness |
."Suntory Oldis one of the most expensive Japanese whiskeys in recent years,Stable, low-priced supply of high-cost whiskeyIt is.
Sherry cask sake produced at Yamazaki distillery is used.The flavor is also in the single malt "mountainous regionIt is similar to the "I'm sorry, but I'm not sure.
It has a raisiny sweetness, orangey freshness, and gorgeous woodiness.
Straight, it has a slightly tangy alcohol taste, but considering the price, it is a very tasty category.
Vanilla sweet whiskey
Vanilla sweet whiskey, barrels after aging bourbon whiskey for maturation.Most often "bourbon barrels" are used.It is.
In addition to bourbon, the U.S.-madeMost American whiskeys are similarly vanilla sweetis felt.
Many vanilla whiskeys are gentle on the palate and easy to swill!
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
Recommended Drinking | Any way you drink it. |
Degree of sweetness |
."Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserveis among the best-selling Scotch brands in the world, Johnnie Walker,Elegant and smooth whisky with a smooth mouthfeel.It is.
The flavor is very well balanced, with vanilla sweetness, but also floral, fruity, and slightly smoky.
Because it is not very alcoholic and the taste is not monotonous,Recommended for a wide range of people, from beginners to seasoned drinkers.It is.
The bottle design gives it a luxurious feel, but the price is surprisingly not high, and the cosmetics are well-priced!
Glenmorangie Nectar d'Or
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Highlands) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 46%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel Sauternes wine barrel |
Recommended Drinking | Any way you drink it. |
Degree of sweetness |
."Glenmorangie Nectar d'Oris one of the dessert wines (very sweet)."sortierulegnuUnusual whiskey, aged in casks after maturing theIt is.
It is very gorgeously sweet, with the sweetness of vanilla, but also citrusy freshness, creamy smoothness on the palate, and warm spiciness.
It is also elegant and surprisingly versatile in the way it is drunk, so try it rich and in many different ways.
It is a whisky where I can't find too many negatives!
Clynelish 14 years old
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Highlands) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 46%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel |
Recommended Drinking | straight rock alcohol (usu. whiskey or shochu) diluted with water |
Degree of sweetness |
."Clynelish 14 years oldThe "Mere Old Man" is a personalA whisky so perfect that you must drink it at least once!It is.
It has an oily and creamy mouthfeel, with a complex flavor profile that includes apple-like fruity and citrus freshness, gentle tartness and smokiness, as well as vanilla sweetness.
Ease of drinking, drinkability, taste, and versatility in drinking,Well balanced in every way.It is.
I have to confess that I have a preference for this brand because it is my favorite brand.
Honey-sweet whiskey
Honey-sweet whiskey, as well as vanilla sweet whiskey,Often found in brands aged in bourbon barrels.is a feature of this product.
Smooth mouthfeel and gentle flavorand will be relatively easy to drink, even for beginners.
All of the brands have a very soothing taste.
Seabass Regal 12years
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 350ml/700ml/1L |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
Recommended Drinking | Any way you drink it. |
Degree of sweetness |
."Seabass Regal 12years" in the very famous blended scotch,Whiskey so classic that you must drink it at least once.It is.
Starting with a honey-like sweetness, you can enjoy a fresh herbal aroma, a nutty aroma, and a green apple-like fruity taste.
Strong sweetness, smooth mouthfeel with no alcohol.and is easy to drink for everyone without any peculiarities.
It is often neglected because it is available in convenience stores, but it is usually delicious!
Aberfeldy 12 years
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Highlands) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel sherry cask refill barrel Richard Oak Barrels |
Recommended Drinking | rock alcohol (usu. whiskey or shochu) diluted with water soda water |
Degree of sweetness |
."Aberfeldy 12 yearsThe "Refill Casks" are bourbon and sherry casks, as well as "refill casks" after other whiskies have already been aged in them, and "recharred casks" where the inside of the casks have been charred again,Unusual whiskey aged in four different types of barrels.It is.
It is sweet like honey, fruity like green apple, and spicy like nutmeg.
With a creamy mouthfeel,Complex yet balanced flavor.is a feature of this product.
It has a slight smokiness, but is gentle enough that even beginners can drink it without hesitation.
Royal Lochnagar 12years
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Highlands) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel sherry cask |
Recommended Drinking | Any way you drink it. |
Degree of sweetness |
."Royal Lochnagar 12yearsThe ",Royal Warrant (British Royal Warrant)It is a whisky with a long and storied history.
In addition to its honey-like sweetness, it has an oriental aroma like sandalwood, an oily smooth mouthfeel, and a floral fragrance.
Delicate and elegant sweetnessand the quality is so high that it can be tasted straight and leisurely despite its 12-year age.
Highly recommended for its high cost performance!
maker's mark
country of origin | America |
Classification. | bourbon |
content by volume | 350ml/700ml 1L/1.75L |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 45%. |
Recommended Drinking | Any way you drink it. |
Degree of sweetness |
."maker's markis a very well-known brand of bourbon,Whiskey so classic that you should drink it at least once.It is.
It has a robust honey sweetness, orangey freshness, fragrant oakiness, nuttiness, and warm spiciness.
Oily and smooth in the mouth,Very drinkable for 45% alcohol by volume.It is.
This is another whisky that is commonly found in taverns, but once again, it is quite delicious when tasted carefully!
Chocolate sweet whisky
Chocolate-based sweet whiskey is called "Dried fruit-based sweet whiskeyThe same as introduced inMost of them are aged in "sherry casks."It is.
Most of them are expensive and aged for a long time, but this time they are relatively low-priced.But we carefully selected brands with a chocolate flavor.
Despite its relatively low price, it is quite rich and elegant!
scallywag
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | blended malt |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 46%. |
Whisky used | mow track Macallan Glenrothes. (lessening the significance or value of the previous word) the likes of |
Recommended Drinking | straight rock |
Degree of sweetness |
."scallywagis a whisky classified as a "blended malt," which is a blend of several single malt whiskies.
The whiskey in the blend is sweet and fruity,Blended with sherry cask-matured original spirit from "Speyside Malt", which is characterized by its gorgeous flavor.
The wine is sweet like milk chocolate, richly oaky, and spicy like cinnamon.
Rich in flavor and just a bit higher in alcohol content at 46%, it's a great drink!I am also glad to see that
The Scotch terrier on the bottle design is cute!
Abelower 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Speyside) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel sherry cask |
Recommended Drinking | straight rock |
Degree of sweetness |
."Abelower 12 Year Old Double Cask MaturedThe name "is as the name implies,Whiskey made by combining (maturing) two different types of casks with the original spirit that has been aged in each type of cask.It is.
It is sweet like milk chocolate and brown sugar, but at the same time spicy like cinnamon and deep oak notes.
Warm, rich and full-flavored despite its 12-year age.It is.
Recommended when you want to take a breather! It has a really gentle flavor.
Whiskey is not actually sweet!
Whiskey is distilled liquor and has zero sugar (0 sugar), so it is not inherently sweet.
So why do we feel sweetness when we drink it?Whiskey's "aroma component" is involved.The company is doing so.
A volatile substance contained in food that has an aroma.
Citation:Kotobank
It is only sweetness from the aroma,Not really sweet, but actually just a sweet "flavor".It is.
Now that we know that "sweetness of whiskey = sweet flavor," let's take a closer look at "ingredients" and "aging casks," which are the elements that determine the flavor of whiskey.
It is important to know about "ingredients" and "maturing casks" because they are common knowledge for all whiskies, not just sweet whiskies, and the more you know about them, the more you will enjoy whisky.
Whiskey sweetness (1): Influence of raw materials
The type of sweetness perceived in whiskey varies depending on the ingredients used.
- barley malt
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Distinctive aromatic sweetnessand is often felt from malt whisky.
- wheat
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Gentle and delicate sweetnessand is often felt from grain whiskey.
- maize
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Aromatic and strong sweetnessand is often perceived mainly from American whiskey.
Rye" is another commonly used main ingredient, but since it is spicy and less sweet, the above three ingredients are closely related in terms of sweetness alone.
Malt whiskey" is a whiskey made exclusively from malted barley.and each brand tends to have a strong personality.
Wheat, corn, etc,Whiskey made from grains other than barley malt is called "grain whiskey.called "malt whisky," and it is often a gentler, easier-drinking whisky than "malt whisky.
The differences by raw material can be better understood by knowing the classification of whiskey!
Whiskey sweetness (2): Influence of aging casks
The different types of casks used to age whiskey affect the sweetness that is perceived.
In the followingThe main types of casks used for aging and the flavor they impart to the whiskey."The following is a summary of the following information.
- American oak barrel
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It contains an aromatic ingredient called "oak lactone."Coconut-like aromaand many are used to age American whiskey. In doing so, the inside of the barrel is strongly charred.
- Spanish oak barrel
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It contains aromatic compounds such as "polyphenols" and "tannins,Spicy or dried fruit flavorswill appear.
- bourbon barrel
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A barrel after which bourbon whiskey is aged. It contains an aromatic ingredient called "vanillin" that gives off a vanilla aroma,Vanilla sweetness and strong oak aromawill appear.
- sherry cask
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Casks after maturing sherry.Berry and dried fruit sweetenerswill appear. Many of them are "theOloroso.casks" are used, but in rare cases, after aging very sweet sherry, "Pedro JimenezA "barrel" is used.
- wine cask
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A variety of wines are used, including red, white, port, madira, and sauterne. TheThe taste of wine is directly reflected in the whiskeyThe following is a summary of the results of the study.
There are many other types of barrels used for aging, such as "rum barrels" after aging rum, "cognac barrels" after aging cognac, and "mizunara barrels" made of wood unique to Japan, but the five main types are listed above.
The longer the wine has been in oak barrels, the more robust the oak flavor becomes.The flavors are also well attached when using unused "virgin oak barrels" as well as unused barrels.
Learn how to enjoy sweet whiskey.
To enjoy the sweet whiskey flavor to the fullest, it is important to know the proper way to drink it and the snacks to pair it with.
Of course, everyone has his or her own way of enjoying it, so some people find other ways of drinking and other snacks tasty than the ones we have introduced.
Please see this only as a reference!
Recommended to drink straight, with a small amount of water, or on the rocks.
of sweet whiskey.To make the most of its sweetness, we recommend drinking it straight, with a small amount of water added, or on the rocks.It is.
Bourbon cask-aged whiskey blends well with both water and soda, but sherry cask-aged whiskeys do not go well with soda because the "egginess" and "astringency" come to the fore when mixed with soda.
After all, you can feel the sweetness of whiskey the most,Simple way to drink, not to be mixed with anything.I am sure you will.
Snacks should be dry foods with little saltiness
The best way to match a sweet whiskey is to use aWe recommend snacks that have the same type of flavor.It is.
Specific examples are summarized below.
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The quality is very high, yet reasonably priced there! Most of the products are not out of place.
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Q&A about sweet whiskey
Summary of Sweet Whiskey
There are many different types of sweetness in whiskey.
If you can find a whiskey with the sweetness you like among them, you will enjoy drinking whiskey even more.
The whiskies introduced here are all truly delicious, so if there is a brand you have not tried yet, please take this opportunity to try it!
- Bushmills Black Bush
Inexpensive but easy to drink. It is ideal for everyday drinking because it is firm, sweet, and has no peculiar taste. - Glenmorangie Nectar d'Or
Although the price is high, it is very glamorous and complete. Popular among women. - scallywag
The bottle is pretty. Firmly sweet and deep. Well balanced.
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