Whiskey is an asset of the Irish and Scottish culture. It is made by soaking and germinating seeds( barley, wheat, corn), distillation and long-term infusion in oak barrels. Ultimately, the drink can contain between 32 and 60 percent alcohol.
The history of whiskey production has deep roots. It is believed that the Irish and the Scots borrowed it from Christian missionaries who mastered this technique from the Crusaders. The primary sources of the distillation tradition are to be found in the Middle East. The Scots made adjustments to the cooking technique, replacing the grapes with barley, and getting a drink, which they called - whiskey, the "water of life".
Popularity has caused the abundance of exclusive and expensive beverage varieties, among which we tried to determine the most expensive whiskey in the world .
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Chivas Royal Salute 10 000 $
Opens the top ten is not the most expensive whiskey, but a drink that distinguishes a gorgeous, exquisite taste. It is produced by the company Chivas Regal Royal Salute , which timed the release of this grade for the solemn coronation of Elizabeth II.This whiskey is aged for at least 50 years.
A little more than two hundred bottles were produced, but it is not easy to purchase a drink, because special quotas are set for each nation. The cost of whiskey - 10 000 thousand dollars per bottle.
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Macallan 1939 10 130 $
The ninth position of the drink with the name Macallan 1939 .Separation from the previous price is only 130 dollars. The masterpiece was not recognized from the first time, which can be considered its highlight. For the first time the drink was tasted in 1972, but it was unanimously decided to continue improving the recipe. The second breath was received in 2002.Then Macallan 1939 was appreciated. The taste of "nectar" is incredibly soft and velvety, with a characteristic caramel and fruity shade.
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1955 Glenfarclas 10 900 $
One of the oldest varieties, at a price of $ 10,900 - 1955 Glenfarclas slowly brings us to more valuable specimens, though not to the most expensive whiskey in the world. The uniqueness of this drink is that it was timed to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Glenfarclas. Drink is a true delight for gourmets, it can be traced sweet, caramel notes, pleasant spicy taste. This is why Glenfarclas whiskey is firmly entrenched in the collections of the most expensive whiskeys in the world. He was 50 years old, bottled in 2005.
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Dalmore 50 11 000 $
Also claims the title of "the most expensive and exclusive whiskey" sample Dalmore 50 .This drink was aged the same number of years and was bottled in 60 bottles. Starting from 1978, Dalmore 50 whiskey enjoys unprecedented popularity. It has a soft and captivating taste, which is rich in aromas, caramel and a pleasant aftertaste.
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Macallan Lalique Crystal Decanter 12 500 $
The sixth position among the most expensive whiskeys is occupied by Macallan Lalique Crystal Decanter , costing twelve and a half thousand dollars per bottle. The drink was aged 55 years and bottled into 420 bottles, the amount of which is gradually decreasing, which leads to a steady increase in the price of whiskey of this class. The taste is soft, fragrant. Thanks to the insisting in barrels, the notes of smoke, as well as opposite, but complementary shades - natural caramel and citrus, are felt in the drink.
The uniqueness of the drink is also that it was poured into an unusual vessel - a prototype of the capacity for perfume. Only the richest people in the world can afford a masterpiece. To have such a drink in your collection is a great honor for connoisseurs of this brand.
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Glenfiddich 1937 $ 20,000
We continue to determine the most expensive whiskey in the world, but first consider the top five. Opens the list Glenfiddich 1937 at a price of 20 000 dollars per bottle. Specialists call this whiskey one of the oldest in the world, if not the oldest. According to experts, the drink is 77 years old.
All who were lucky enough to try Glenfiddich 1937, note its rich, bitter taste, which mixed the tempting shades of chocolate, spices and dried fruits. The taste of the drink is completely revealed with a light tobacco flavor.
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Dalmore 62 58 000 $
Hot masterpiece Dalmore 62 in the fourth place. To have in this collection this famous drink will have to pay 58 thousand dollars. The whiskey was created gradually and carefully, beginning in 1943.It is based on malt, grown in 1868-1939.According to the stories, one collector bought a bottle of drink and cut it with his friends. This caused a mountain of outrage among connoisseurs. How can one frankly drink the most unusual and expensive whiskey of this series!
The special feature of this drink is its rich dark shade, which is achieved due to the mixing of several varieties of malt. Experts try to describe the taste of the drink, which is dominated by soft tobacco notes, aromas of citrus fruits and berries. The taste is very harmonious, it is not surprising that the drink is awarded such fame.
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Macallan 1926 75 000 $
Opens the top three - Macallan 1926 , which by average standards is already sky-high, although it is not the most expensive in terms of money whiskey in the world. In the environment of the tasters there is no consensus on the taste of this drink. Some experts call it too dry and not clear enough. Nevertheless, the price was fixed and is not disputed by anyone.
Even more popularity of this variety contributed to various stories related to its sale, a lot of curiosities and other interesting moments. Whatever it was, the drink is in the top three. So far there are only 12 copies.
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Dalmore 64 Trinitas 160 000 $
A little more and it will be possible to find out which beverage is named the most expensive whiskey in the world, but before the second place - Dalmore 64 Trinitas .A bottle of the same name drink costs 160 thousand dollars. He has an impressive exposure - 140 years. In Scotland, this whiskey was the first, sold for such a high cost.
Connoisseurs say that the drink is really worth it. It has a very pleasant and mild taste, a smoky flavor. In addition, whiskey is poured into exclusive collection bottles, which in themselves are a masterpiece.
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The Macallan in Lalique 460 000 $
The Macallan in Lalique broke absolutely all price records. Its cost is due not only to exceptional taste, but also the skill of serving - whiskey is poured into a beautiful vessel.
460 000 dollars. This is the price for a drink, which is referred to as the most expensive whiskey in the world.
And, of course, we can not fail to mention that the value of the drink is unprecedented due to the presence of just one copy of The Macallan in Lalique.
