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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nina Massey

Adding too much water to whiskies can make them taste the same, study suggests

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While whisky with a splash of water may be a popular order at the bar, scientists say they have figured out just how big this splash should be.

Adding a little water is thought to open up the flavour of the drink, but a new study suggests there is a point at which it becomes too much – about 20%.

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