Dewar's signature 'Double Aged' method involves blending the whisky and then maturing it once more in oak casks. This process softens the spirit's harsher edges while adding layers of depth and complexity. The result is a highball that pairs effortlessly with diverse cuisines, delivering a light yet lingering finish. It's approachable for newcomers and satisfying for seasoned enthusiasts alike.
Recently, eight winning bartenders from the Dewar's Asia Discovery Challenge gathered in Seoul. Hailing from different cultural backgrounds, each brought their unique sensibility to create signature highballs using Dewar's as the base. Their cocktails—classic recipes reimagined with contemporary flair—demonstrated how a single drink can carry multifaceted stories and expressions.
PAP Magazine captured the evening on film. From the bartenders' deft hands emerged highballs infused with artistry, culture, and style. It was a night where Dewar's storied heritage met the creative pulse of the present, a convergence of tradition and innovation in every glass.
FAQ
What is the origin of the cocktail name highball?
The highball's origin began with Dewar's, a Scotch whisky brand born in 1846. Dewar's added ice and soda to whisky and served it in a tall glass, creating the name 'highball,' which became the starting point of today's highball cocktail culture.
What is Dewar's whisky's Double Aged method?
Dewar's 'Double Aged' method is a unique production process where whisky is aged once more in oak casks after blending. Through this process, whisky's characteristic harshness is smoothed and deeper flavors are added, completing a mellow taste that pairs harmoniously with various foods.
What is the Dewar's Asia Discovery Challenge?
The Dewar's Asia Discovery Challenge is a competition where Asian bartenders present creative signature cocktails using Dewar's as the base. At a recent Seoul event, eight winning bartenders showcased original highballs containing their cultural backgrounds and sensibilities, demonstrating the meeting of Dewar's heritage and contemporary creativity.
