8 (Alcoholic) Wonders of the World

Last updated: 6 January 2023  

[Did you know? Jinro soju, Absolut vodka, Baileys, Ballantines, Smirnoff vodka, Johnnie Walker whisky, Jack Daniel's Whisky & Jameson Irish whiskey are some of the world’s most well-liked alcoholic drinks!]

Mr.Chow is sure that the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China, and the rest are quite impressive, but can they make you happy from the inside like these eight wonders?  

#1 Jinro Soju

This accessible and affordable spirit holds the title of the best-selling liquor in Korea and has been for the last 20 years. 

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Akin to vodka (except having half the alcohol content), soju is smooth and very palatable. If you prefer something sweeter, opt for the flavoured soju! Grapefruit and peach are the general favourites.

The spirit also serves great in cocktail recipes, some of which you can view from the Jinro website.

#2 Absolut Vodka

Being a product of Åhus, Sweden since 1879, the process of producing Absolut vodka focuses entirely on using winter wheat and well water during its production. 

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On the first sip, the aroma of doughy bread, Ryvita crispbread, and black pepper will slightly hit the nose. 

Meanwhile, experience hints of black peppery spice, faint brown bread, vanilla and liquorice dancing on your palates.  

#3 Baileys  

The classic Bailey’s Original Irish Cream was actually invented in London in 1973 by some English professionals, not Ireland. 

Nonetheless, this cream liqueur tastes like a harmonious blend of fresh premium Irish dairy cream, the finest spirits, aged Irish whisky, and chocolate. 

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The milky alcoholic goodness doesn’t stop there. Baileys also offers many other varieties such as Baileys Vanilla Cinnamon, Espresso Creme, Strawberry & Cream, and more.

#4 Ballantines  

Ballantine’s Finest Blended Scotch Whisky is one of the brand’s most popular varieties and has been since 1910. 

Brace yourself for a myriad of wispy flavours such as abundant wildflowers, lime juice, lime peel, key lime pie, and the unsalted meaty-nuttiness of cashews. 

Overall, the aromas are light and effortless; rather than pervasive.

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#5 Smirnoff Vodka

The most popular vodka in the world.

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Smirnoff is robust in flavour with an aftertaste of lingering pepper. Its high alcohol content, reasonable price, and high proof make this a good choice for high-dilution drinks such as highballs or juice-based cocktails.

#6 Johnnie Walker Whisky

Being a core offering since its introduction a century ago, Johnnie Walker has prided itself to be a gateway of whisky for new drinkers. 

Johnnie Walker's blue label whisky is an exquisite blend made of Scotland's rarest and most flavourful whiskies. 

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Its flavours can be classified as sweet, oaky, and smoky to the nose. Taste honeyed nuts, malty cereal, fruit and citrus with a subtle smokiness.

#7 Jack Daniel's Whisky 

This global Tennessee favourite has a reputation for a light liquorice note in all of their whiskies. 

The liquorice does not overwhelm but supports the flavours of vanilla, oranges, toasted oak, freshly brewed coffee, and English toffee.

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Jack Daniel’s charcoal-mellowed Old No.7 whisky is arguably the best-tasting of their range. Frank Sinatra had to be buried with a bottle of Jack Daniels - how can you not try it? 

#8 Jameson Irish Whiskey 

Jameson is distilled three times to ensure smoothness and triple cask-matured to provide rich flavours. 

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Drinkers will be met with a whiff of grain alcohol followed by honey, pear, and complex overripe orchard fruit. Hints of malt and citrus are tossed around with a strange gritty quality. 

Time for a Trip 

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