Whisky

Whisky is a popular alcoholic spirit closely associated with Scotland. The same drink produced in Ireland is spelt Whiskey and is identical to American Bourbon. The drink is produced by twice distilling a beer made from barley or other grains. The resulting spirit is stored in wooden barrels for several years during which time it matures and gathers flavour. It is common for whisky to mature in the barrel for as long as 8 to 12 years. Some whiskys may stay in the barrel for 25, 50 years or even longer. The length of time the whisky matured is reflected in it's price tag.