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Whiskey Neat

Pure, unadulterated whiskey served at room temperature—the bootlegger's choice during Prohibition when quality spirits were meant to be savored.

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📊 Servings:1

Ingredients

2 ozwhiskey

🔧 Tools

jigger

Instructions

Pour 1.5-2 oz of quality rye or bourbon whiskey into a rocks glass
Serve at room temperature without ice
Sip slowly to appreciate the spirit

📜 History

Serving whiskey neat—meaning straight, at room temperature, without ice or mixers—is the purist's approach to enjoying quality spirits. This serving style allows the full complexity of the whiskey to be appreciated without dilution or chilling. The practice of drinking whiskey neat has ancient roots, predating the cocktail era, and remains the preferred method for serious whiskey enthusiasts to evaluate and savor fine spirits.

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~25% ABV

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Disclaimer: Recipes are provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nutritional information, ABV estimates, and other data are approximations and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods used.