Recent decades have been marked by a sharp decline in sales of vodka products. This fact is justified by the large introduction of alcohol from abroad. Whiskey, tequila, absinthe - many people are ready to stand in line for these goods. But what is the lack of domestic products, why has it so sharply lost its popularity? Does whiskey or vodka deserve consumer attention?
The process of the emergence and creation of vodka
Distilled alcohol is a precursor to the usual vodka that was used in ancient Egypt. The first mention of "bread wine", as originally called a strong drink, occurred in about 1440-1470. The specific word vodka was not used; it could rarely be found in documents. In everyday life, it began to enter as the distribution of a strong drink on the market.
The prototype of the first vodka appears in the 19th century, when alcohol is processed not by distillation, but by rectification. Due to the change in the technological process, a fundamental difference between vodka and whiskey appeared. After all, the latter is created on the basis of distilled alcohol.
To obtain a vodka product, it is necessary to mix specially purified alcohol with water. Various flavored additives may be added to individual species.
Mostly in the Russian Federation, vodka is drunk in its pure form, around the world it is used as the basis for cocktails.
Where did the whiskey come up
All information received does not provide accurate information about the origin of the drink. Some sources say that whiskey appeared in Scotland, while others - in Ireland.
Residents of the countries themselves often argue over the primacy in the discovery of an alcoholic beverage. The Scots claim that the secret of preparation was revealed to them by missionaries who used alcohol and grape wine for distillation. In Scotland, barley beer was used, since the region was not rich in plants.
After distillation, it was necessary to let the drink stand for several years, so that it acquired a mild taste. As a rule, the inhabitants of those places drank whiskey immediately after distillation, which is why it was equated with ordinary moonshine.
There is another version in Ireland. It is believed that whiskey is a gift from St. Patrick, who revealed the secret of production to residents. The Irish then began to successfully sell the drink to both the British and the Scots.
Later it began to be produced in Japan and in the USA. Moreover, the American "bourbon" has gained overwhelming popularity, as it differs from whiskey in a more pleasant aroma.
The difference in the technology of production of whiskey and vodka
Whiskey is created by distillation, which resembles the production of ordinary moonshine. The significant difference is that the noble drink is insisted in oak barrels for many years to get a golden color and a mild taste.
Vodka is a mixture of purified ethyl alcohol and drinking water. The drink is strong enough, has a sharp taste.
Whiskey or vodka have approximately equal indicators of alcohol content, so they are the same in strength. Why is the first drink much easier than the second?
This is due to the presence of the main components, which partially neutralizes the burning properties, so the drink is softer.
With vodka, things are different - it is created solely on the basis of alcohol. If various fruits and nuts are added to it, then a tincture is obtained, which already has a smaller share of strength. Therefore, the drink in its pure form is quite difficult, burning the throat and esophagus.
Which is better - vodka or whiskey? Based on the number of degrees in the product, they inflict approximately the same blow on the body, so the choice of the best drink depends only on the taste preferences of the person.
Why is whiskey drunk much easier than vodka if they have the same intoxicating properties? This is due to substances that are taken as the basis for the manufacture of whiskey. Barley, grain, corn - the ingredients can soften the taste of the drink.
Positive effect of drinks
Vodka or whiskey can greatly affect the human body. With a normal dosage, they can improve the condition, and with an excessive amount, they can cause irreparable harm. If you want to help the work of your body, then you need to consume everything in moderation.
Everyone, having gathered at a table with friends, can choose: which drink to give preference to - vodka or whiskey. The advantages of a separate copy has its own. Although they are approximately the same, there are some differences in these spirits.
Whiskey
In fact, this is a more refined drink, deserving a place of honor on your table. It contributes to:
- Slimming - this is due to the low sugar content, that is, the calorie content of the product is small.
- Improving the work of the heart - antioxidants in the composition of the product affect the appearance of "good" cholesterol.
- A favorable brain function - regular use in small quantities can prevent the development of dementia.
- To reduce stress - it affects the mental state in a positive way, helping to cope with depression.
- The best work of memory - blood begins to move through the body faster, which helps the brain supply a large amount of oxygen. To clearly think and remember important events, oxygen is needed.
- Normalization of the digestive tract - heavy food is digested much easier, and hunger does not appear so quickly, which helps to avoid overeating.
- Good immunity work - antioxidants prevent the occurrence of diseases that destroy the body's defenses.
The main thing is to always be guided by one rule - everything is good in moderation. Excessive alcohol consumption will not only not lead to the intended result, but will worsen the existing situation. There is no point in thinking that it is more harmful - vodka, cognac or whiskey, everything will be harmful in unreasonable quantities.
Vodka
The first advantage of a clear liquid is that it is a budget option. Advantages of the drink will be able to show how vodka differs from whiskey:
- Anesthetic. For traditional medicine, the use of vodka as an anesthetic for oral administration or treatment from the outside is typical.
- The heart works better - blood flow to the main organ increases, so the risk of strokes or heart attacks decreases.
- Increases libido - in small quantities, the drink affects a person's desire.
- Reduces body temperature - if there are no necessary drugs nearby, then vodka will help to cope with high rates on a thermometer.
In everyday life, a strong drink plays an important role, as it is used as an antiseptic, as well as in cooking. A Russian person is unlikely to be able to do without the use of a vodka product when baking sweets, since it is precisely this that gives the airiness to the dough.
disadvantages
To understand what is better, what is more harmful - whiskey or vodka, you need to find out about their shortcomings. In disproportionate amounts, all alcohol negatively affects the general condition. This is especially noticeable at festive feasts, when the concept of measure disappears. The disadvantages of whiskey or vodka are expressed:
- dry mouth, nausea, dehydration, headache - the most common symptoms the next morning after drinking alcohol;
- memory impairment, disorientation in space, death of brain cells - they can appear as part of a hangover, as well as with abuse;
- cirrhosis of the liver;
- gastritis, stomach ulcer, hepatitis, infertility - the severe consequences of drunkenness, which everyone will experience, drinking day and night in abnormal amounts;
- suicidal tendencies, depression - beacons of upcoming alcoholism, when you want to commit suicide due to lack of alcohol between drinks.
Any alcohol with prolonged consumption in large volumes will cause similar harm. Therefore, the difference, the differences between vodka and whiskey in this case are not significant. If a simple hangover a person satisfies with alcohol, then this is the path to the formation of alcoholism. It is important to stop in time, as the consequences can be irreversible and even lead to death.
In the case when in the morning it is enough for a person to drink a couple of tablets of anesthetic, a cup of brine or kefir, there is also no point in relaxing. It is always important to keep yourself in control and know your measure, otherwise the consequences will come quickly.
What other differences between alcoholic beverages are
If we consider not only the harm or benefit of these products, then they differ externally. Vodka is transparent, does not have any shades. Whiskey also includes a whole gamut of colors - from amber to dark brown. It all depends on the duration of storage, the older the drink, the darker its shade.
Be it vodka or whiskey, alcoholic beverages are usually taken on holidays. True, they drink the first in Russia at large events and in huge doses, which increases the likelihood of poisoning. Connoisseurs use whiskey; in a narrow company of old friends, the drink goes with a bang. It is in the cities of the USA, Scotland and Ireland that they don’t revel in the product, but savor it, enjoying every amazing note.
Also, the difference in drinks is visible the day after consumption. As a rule, elite whiskey of excellent quality does not create such strong side effects as vodka products. If it is low-grade or has a low shutter speed, then a hangover cider can become much worse than from a clear liquid.
Therefore, it is important to devote time to the right choice of a drink - low-quality vodka or whiskey will in any case affect the worst condition in general condition, even in small quantities.
What is the most harmful alcohol?
In the struggle of vodka against whiskey, it is unreasonable not to say about other drinks, which are also often drunk.
Cognac is an exquisite copy that many like. Due to the presence of tannins in the composition, alcohol is able to saturate the body with important vitamin C, which helps fight diseases. It copes with sore throats or fever, regulating all processes in the body. Light cognac products can lower high pressure, and dark cognacs, on the contrary, increase it. Cognac also improves the functioning of the stomach, so often the drink is added to coffee.
If you look, what is more harmful - cognac, whiskey or vodka, then the first one can affect the condition of the body worse. Although vodka is high in calories, it does not cause the release of excess gastric juice. Whiskey does not contain much sugar at all and even contributes to weight loss. Cognac drinks are not doing very well, as they make the stomach work fast, which makes you want to eat a lot. Also, the calorie content of the product leaves much to be desired.
Consume cognac in small portions to avoid unpleasant consequences. But in general, it carries more benefits than harm. A person who monitors his diet and has sufficient willpower is unlikely to succumb to a fleeting desire in the form of overeating.
Cognac is able to carry a healing effect when:
- used in normal doses;
- add a spoonful of honey to it and heat it - an excellent potion that kills a sore throat;
- in tea with lemon add a couple of spoons of the drink - will serve as a means to prevent disease;
- can't sleep - 50 grams of cognac will save you from sleepless nights.
Vodka or whiskey, cognac or wine - which of the drinks still does more harm? All the mentioned strong products are something in between, since alcoholic cocktails or energy drinks can destroy the human body in several years of use. These drinks cause not only stomach problems, but also develop various heart diseases. The so-called human engine runs to wear and tear, it is torn from excessive amounts of caffeine and alcohol, so it simply can not stand it and stops.
How and in what quantities to drink alcohol without consequences
As the holidays draw near, some begin to abuse alcohol. Of course, the best option would be to not drink at all. If this is not possible, then first of all you must always eat to avoid various alcohol poisoning. Food will absorb ethyl alcohol, which will not allow the stomach to do this fully.
It is also necessary to always listen to your body in order to know when exactly it will be enough. The general condition of a person will tell him better than others about the norm.
If we talk about the recommendations of doctors, then there is no difference in vodka or whiskey, their flaws are similar with excessive use. The approximate norm for the calculations is 20 g of alcohol per day in men and 15 in women. And you can drink without harming your health, only twice a week.
To adhere to these rules or not is everyone’s business, but to avoid all the negative consequences, they are necessary. Every person should develop a sense of proportion.
How to choose a good drink
Quality alcohol is a prerequisite. Drinks by themselves harm the body, and fakes exacerbate the situation at times.
To correctly assess the quality of vodka, you need to look at its external data - study the composition, look at the manufacturer and the date of bottling. It is also important to understand if various impurities are present in the drink. To do this, just turn the bottle over and look at the contents in the light. If no grains fall to the neck of the product, then the product is clean.
The cap and label can also say something about the product. In case the lid is staggered or the sticker is behind the bottle, it is unlikely that the drink is not falsified.
The alcohol from which vodka is made must be luxury. Accordingly, the price of such a product is rather big, because high-quality alcohol cannot be cheap.
When choosing whiskey, it is important to thoroughly study the composition. The drink is malt, blended and cereal. Other variations speak of fake.
Malt whiskey can be one malt, that is, from one barrel. And also from several containers of different distilleries.
Blended drink is a cross between grain and malt, as it is a mixture of them. This option is most common around the world.
Grain whiskey is created on the basis of barley.
Vodka and whiskey - how do they differ when choosing? Many, but one remains the appearance of the bottle, which must meet all quality standards.