Whisky is a traditional spirit with origins in Scotland and Ireland, made from grain, water and yeast. Its multi-stage production process – from malting and mashing to fermentation, distillation and maturation – gives it a unique flavour. Internationally, whisky must mature for at least three years in oak casks and contain 40% alcohol by volume. alcohol by volume. Different varieties such as Scotch, Irish whiskey and bourbon show how origin and grain characterise the flavour.
