Best Whiskies for a House Party!

The last few months of the year is definitely a time for parties and for whisky! With the weather getting better and your mood getting celebratory whisky is the go to drink for many! If you find yourself stuck with a blank space in your head when invited to a Bring Your Own Booze party, Things2do recommends you to pick the perfect whisky that would definitely be a party favourite!

So here are some great recommendations for Whiskies that would make a good and lasting impression on your next house party. 

1Laphroaig

As far as cult classics go, Laphroaig is the universal protagonist in the realm of single malt Scotch whiskies. Its herby, iodine rich and heavily coast-influenced characteristics make it unique. You can get your hands on this Single Malt scotch for about ₹8000 and not regret it for a single second. Its wonderful tasting notes and great quality, make it a blessing for those who don’t wanna wake up with a bad headache after a banging night of party. 

2Jim Beam 

If you love bourbon you’d love Jim Beam. Nothing comes close to Jim Beam when it comes to showing the world how a good Bourbon is supposed to be made and that is why Jim Beam hasn’t had its taste changed even the slightest since its origin in 1795 as they still follow the age-old recipe. You can get it for approximately ₹3000 which is a fair price for the kind of quality you’ll be getting with every drink you make. It tastes amazing when had on the rocks or with a little splash of cola.

3Jameson

How can you call it a party without a bit of Irishness in it? Well exactly why you need the best selling Irish whiskey in the world, Jameson. A product of Pernod Ricard which is triple distilled for a signature smooth taste. A 750ml bottle of Jameson can be bought for approximately ₹2300 which is a steal deal for the quality of Irish whisky you get. Have it with cola, soda or just by itself – Jameson is always a great drink. 

4Dewar’s White

Drinking scotch is not for the faint of heart. However, that doesn’t mean it comes with a huge price tag. That’s why there’s Dewar’s White Label. Distilled for the man or woman who wants a smooth scotch without all the extras, Dewar’s White Label is whisky that is certainly loved by anyone who appreciates a good whisky. Priced at an approx ₹2000 it can certainly be a drink that doesn’t hurt your pocket in the night and the head in the morning.

5Oaksmith Gold 

Said to combine the best of east and west in a bottle, Oaksmith is a blend of imported Scotch malt and Japanese whisky grains and is aged for at least four years in American oak barrels, Making it a combination of the best from all the whisky worlds. With an affordable price range of ₹1000- ₹1400 it has the capability to cater to any kind of whisky lover in a party and also give you a chance to show off your know-how of the whisky world. 

So these were some whiskies that are our house party favourites and can easily become yours too. If you’re looking for more exciting ideas and recommendations from the world of drinks, you’ve got to follow Alcohowl on Instagram and Youtube! Till then, Drink Responsibly! 

by Sonica Sunderram

at Things2do