Playboy Advisor
May, 2011
What is the proper way to taste test scotch?—R.S., Logan, Utah The traditional method is to look, sniff, cup and sip. First, hold the glass up to check the whiskey's color, which it picks up from the barrel during aging. A lighter color usually suggests the scotch was aged in a bourbon cask and a darker color in a sherry cask. A tulip-shape glass or brandy snifter will assist you when you "nose" the scotch. You may notice an earthy smell or aromas of vanilla, caramel, florals, spices...
