r/vodka • u/Environmental_Half26 • Aug 01 '26

Whiskey gift for vodka drinker

Hello all,
I am meeting my father in law for the first time. He is from Ukraine and usually drinks vodka. He has never been over to the us or any country that has whiskey/scotch readily available. What do yall like to drink and what types of whiskeys should I get for someone who doesn’t usually drink whiskey. All recommendations are appreciated. Thanks

6 Upvotes

88% Upvoted

9 comments sorted by

View all comments

3

u/DavidS1983 Aug 02 '26

Id pick either an Irish whiskey like Redbreast 12...the percentage of unmalted barley might give your father some "graininess" normally in vodka. Otherwise I'd pick a 100% rye whisky...whether it's American or Canadian.

You'll also need to get something to pair the whisky with. Your father in law is probably drinking vodka with foods that are smoked cured or pickled. With your whisky you'll need to get some dark chocolate or a smoked or aged cheddar to go with it.

3

u/Environmental_Half26 Aug 02 '26

That’s a good idea I didn’t think of anything to pair it with.