Reviewed and updated: October 29, 2022 by Jamie Wilson BA
Is whiskey your choice of poison? Then check out the list of whiskey tattoo designs we have curated just for your body artwork.
At the time of pouring a drink, some people prefer whiskey over other spirits.
Whiskey is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash. There are different types of whiskeys that can suit a person’s taste palette such as Irish whiskeys, Scotch, Bourbon and Single Malt, and some whiskeys even offer different flavors.
There are different types of whiskey available to suit every mood and taste. The taste of whiskeys can vary from smoky to cinnamon. Whiskey is believed to have health benefits associated with lowering certain risks of heart disease due to the plant-based antioxidants it contains. Be it a Friday night party or some alone time on your usual Monday to relieve your stress if your drink of choice is always whiskey then we have the perfect list of the best whiskey tattoos that would look amazing on your skin.
Whiskey and skull tattoo
This tattoo shows a glass of whiskey with a skull in it. The tattoo artist did a great job with the shading. You can notice that the skull has a subtle crack. The artist created the waves of the water with fine lines. There is a shade of the skull as well as glass in this tattoo. The artist also wanted to add a fun vibe to this tattoo by carving a smile with teeth on the skull which makes the skull look happy. You can also notice that there are three circles tattooed on the side of the skull representing the bubbles. You can try this funky tattoo and have a great experience with it.
Whiskey and Ice Tattoo
This tattoo depicts a glass of whiskey and two ice cubes. The color of the whiskey is perfectly blended with the colored ink in this tattoo. The tattoo artist did an incredible job with this tattoo. The effect on the glass and ice is in a unique style to resemble a sketch. The artist also used white ink to mark certain features of the tattoo. The shadow of the glass is also tattooed to add fine detailing to the tattoo. If you prefer whiskey on the rocks then your search for the perfect tattoo is over and you should definitely consider getting this one on your body.
Camping whiskey bottle tattoo
This colorful tattoo is an absolute catch. This tattoo depicts a bourbon whiskey bottle with a landscape inside, capturing the perfect mood and memories of camping. The artist has done a wonderful job with this tattoo. It shows a moonlit night under the mountains and a tent with a river flowing next to it. Two flowers are also drawn on the side of the bottle to give it a more aesthetic look. Into the top of the bottle, the artist tattooed the whiskey with the perfect colored ink.
With the black shading, the artist represented the night sky and a full moon. The use of white ink on the mountains represents the snow. The artist also emphasized the unevenness of the mountains with fine lines. The tattoo also features pine trees and a yellow paint tent right next to it. The green ink is added to the grass to blend with nature. This tattoo is for you if camping and whiskey are your favorite pastimes.
Colored whiskey tattoo
This tattoo uses a lot of colors to emphasize certain features. The style used by the artist gives the tattoo a certain retro vibe. This tattoo depicts the famous whiskey cocktail called Old Fashion. The tattoo shows the cocktail in the glass with a slice of orange and a red cherry in it, with ice. The tattoo is given a funky look by splashing the drink out of the glass. The word “Splash” is also written in purple ink across the top of the tattoo and there is also an abstract green border.
The artist also gave tiny details with the characteristic shading in the tattoo using different colors like black, green, blue and purple. There is also an orange on the side of the glass and the peel spirals down. This is an ideal tattoo for you if you want to keep your love for the old fashion cocktails.
Whiskey and Girl Tattoo
If your favorite whiskey is Jameson, then this tattoo is for you. The tattoo depicts a glass of Jameson Whiskey with a girl leaning on it. The artist created bubbles in the whiskey with three circles inside. In order to differentiate the whiskey inside the glass, the tattoo artist placed the mark ‘Jameson’ on the top of the glass. The girl in the tattoo has several doodles on her and it brings out the beauty of this tattoo more. The shading of the tattoo is also notable. There are certain features in this tattoo that would just stand out and look beautiful on your skin.
Whiskey and Snake Tattoo
This colorful tattoo depicts a snake in a whiskey glass. The artist used blue ink to bring out the color of glass in this tattoo. The use of white ink is also seen to emphasize certain features in this tattoo. The snake has two colors in this tattoo, one is purple which is the original color of its skin and the other half is whiskey colored. The snake’s whiskey color indicates that the snake is half-submerged in the whiskey glass. The artist used pink ink for the snake’s eyes and tongue and yellow ink for the teeth. The inside of the mouth and body are colored green to make the snake pop out. If you want a tattoo that is fun then you can consider doing this one.
Whiskey and flowers tattoo
This beautiful tattoo shows a glass of whiskey with ice cubes and a red cherry inside, with a twisted orange peel on the side of the glass. There are two flowers at the bottom of the jar which add an aesthetic appeal to the tattoo. The artist used orange, red, green, black and white ink in this tattoo. As you notice, the color of the flowers is quite unique. One flower has red petals but the center of the flower is kept solid color while the other flower has solid color petals but the center is colored red which balances the flowers and also makes them look synchronized. The green ink is used subtly for the leaves. If you want a tattoo with an aesthetic appeal then this tattoo is definitely the one to try.
Minimalist whiskey glass tattoo
This tattoo is the epitome of minimalism. It shows a glass of whiskey with ice in monochrome but what makes this tattoo unique is the shape of the ice. The artist used a piece of circular ice in this tattoo instead of regular ice cubes to give the tattoo a classy look. This is a classic glass of whiskey on the rocks. The shading and highlights in this tattoo are very nice to bring out the features of this simple yet elegant tattoo. Using white ink makes the ice look more like a crystal and the glass looks realistic. The shading of the whiskey in the glass also allows the ice inside the whiskey to stand out subtly. If minimalism is your style statement then this tattoo would look great on your skin.
Whiskey Glasses Tattoo
This monochromatic tattoo depicts two glasses of whiskey. Both glasses are tilted, but one of the glasses is titled more heavily than the other. You may notice that because the glass is tilted, one ice cube pops out of the glass while the other glass is just filled with whiskey. The artist used black ink to depict the whiskey in the glasses. You may also notice three drops of whiskey spilled on top of the glass. Both glasses have a blank curve at the end that gives an edge to both the tattoo and the whiskey inside. This tattoo shows the emotion of “Prost” wearing glasses. This tattoo can be an ice breaker and you can definitely try it.
Monochrome sketch whiskey tattoo
This tattoo depicts a glass of whiskey and ice cubes, but what makes this tattoo special is the style that the artist uses. The shading of this tattoo makes it look like a sketch. The artist made perfect use of the mixture of white and black ink to bring out the best in this monochrome tattoo. The use of shading on the ice together with the subtle shading of the whiskey makes it look superb. The white ink not only highlights the features of this tattoo but also helps to give it a perfect balance to make it look like a sketch. If you want a tattoo that looks more like art on your body then your search is over as this tattoo is definitely the perfect representation of art.
If you are still looking for more options for the perfect whiskey tattoo, you can also check out the list below and have an amazing experience:
- Whiskey River Tattoo.
- whiskey bottle tattoo.
- 68 whiskey tattoo.
- Jack Daniels whiskey tattoo.
- whiskey and bullet tattoo.
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