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Whisky is an alcoholic beverage, which is distilled and fermented. They are usually made from grains like wheat, rye and maze. The ageing process of this drink is a key differentiator. It is aged in wooden casks made of oak. It is a drink that s regulated and hence may not be freely available in all countries.
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Basic Introduction to Whisky Whisky is an alcoholic beverage, which is distilled and fermented. They are usually made from grains like wheat, rye and maze. The ageing process of this drink is a key differentiator. It is aged in wooden casks made of oak. It is a drink that s regulated and hence may not be freely available in all countries.
Types Of Whisky • These are made in most areas that grow grain. They differ in product as well as quality. • Broadly, they can be classified as Malt whisky and Grain whisky. Single malt whisky is made from a unique grain type. • They are not mixed with other grains. They are also aged in a single cask.
When it comes to single malt, they are prepared from a range of grains, each contributing their taste to the drink. • One such drink is made from the Agave plant. The honey-flavored plant is sweet in consistency. • The juice is derived from blue agaves. It is also popularly known that tequila is derived from Agave.
Blended malt whisky is very popular among people looking for a variation in taste. These are made from whiskies prepared in two or more distilleries. • The term blended clearly states that it was a mix of whiskies. These are more difficult to make. Deriving whisky and blending them in the right proportion takes much skill and expertise. • Whisky is also identified by the countries in which they are manufactured. When you visit a whisky shop, you may see different brands of bottles available n the shelf.
