Our Drinks

A range of etiquette requirements exist for toasting with vodka, based, in large part, on tradition. A misconception among vodka drinkers in the Western world is that the appropriate toast to make while drinking vodka is, "na zdorovie"; however, it's not an appropriate toast in Russian. It does not mean "to your health," as most Westerners believe. Instead, try something like "za milyh dam," which means, "to lovely women," or "vashe zdorovie," meaning, "to your health."

Gin gains its woody, grassy, fruity and spicy flavors from infusions with seeds, berries, herbs and roots, which are either steeped in the mash before distillation or filtered through the vapor during distillation.

Rum is the Oldest Spirit in the World It was also the first spirit that was drank for pleasure and that was not used for medical purposes. Today, the largest rum distillery is still in the Caribbean as Bacardi has a massive distillery in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It produces 100,000 liters every day.

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For a whiskey to call itself bourbon, its mash (the mixture of grains from which the product is distilled) must contain at least 51 per cent corn. The mash must be distilled at 160 proof or less, the distillate must be stored in charred new oak barrels at 125 proof or less, and it must not contain any additives.

Rye is a grass grown extensively as a grain, a cover crop and a forage crop. It is a member of the wheat tribe and is closely related to barley and wheat. Rye grain is used for flour, bread, beer, crispbread, some whiskeys, some vodkas, and animal fodder.

Scotch whisky is malt whisky or grain whisky, made in Scotland. Scotch whisky must be made in a manner specified by law. As of 2018, there were 133 Scotch whisky distilleries operating in Scotland. All Scotch whisky was originally made from malted barley.

Misc.

A liqueur is an alcoholic drink composed of distilled spirits and additional flavorings such as sugar, fruits, herbs, and spices. Often served with or after dessert, they are typically heavily sweetened and un-aged beyond a resting period during production, when necessary, for their flavors to mingle.