Discover the Types of Whiskeys

Did you know that there are different types of whiskey? We invite you to explore the characteristics of the most commonly used ones in bars, from the classic Scottish to the Japanese (with a very pronounced flavor). Tip: The type of glass is important to better capture the aroma and flavor; use glasses with curved sides if consumed neat. Scottish WhiskyWhisky (spelled this way) is the national drink of Scotland. It is made from the fermentation of the mash of different grains such as barley, malted barley, corn, wheat, and rye, with a minimum maturation of three years in oak barrels. It is divided into categories such as: pure malt, pure grain, blended malt, and blended grain. Irish WhiskeyKnown as whiskey in Ireland, it is made with barley and is characterized by its triple distillation, giving it a delicate taste. It is produced similarly to Scottish whisky, with a mix of grains. A significant part of the process is its toasting with hot air, not peat. Welsh WhiskyIt is a unique and top-tier variety in the world. Its production process has been patented by Dr. David Faraday, and its origins date back to the Middle Ages; however, the Temperance Movement, which limited alcohol consumption, ended local distilleries in 1823. It was not until 1990 that whisky returned to the scene in this geographical location, thanks to brands like Penderyn. American WhiskeyThe production of whiskey in the United States is mainly located in the state of Kentucky and requires a minimum fermentation of four years in American oak barrels to be considered as such. The best-selling American whiskey brand in the world is Jack Daniels, created by Jasper Newton Daniel, which is characterized by its special charcoal filtering using sugar maple wood. Other options for American whiskey include Four Roses Bourbon and Marker's Mark. Japanese WhiskyIts flavor is strong and is known worldwide for its quality. According to the Bushmills distillery, Japanese whisky is inspired by Scottish whisky, so they tend to be similar. The first Japanese distillery was founded in 1923, and in 1929 the first Suntory White Label whisky hit the market. Two key figures in the history of this spirit's production in the East are Shinjiro Torii and Masataka Taketsuru. Indian WhiskyIt is the result of fermented molasses, derived from sugarcane, which gives it a sweeter taste than other variants. Outside of India, it is often considered a type of rum.