The Ingredients In Whiskey Infographic

Whisky or whiskey is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain puree. Various grains (malt) are used in different varieties, including barley, corn, rye, and wheat. Whisky is usually aged in casks, usually aged sherry casks, which can also be made from charred white oak.

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Whisky is usually aged for one to four years or more. Whisky has a long history, but the basic brewing process has been the same for centuries.

• Grains preparation - dry grains such as barley, wheat, rye or corn are added to the ground. Remove shell and debris.

• Mashing - adding water to dissolve sugar and produce wort.

• Fermentation - The addition of yeast to ferment the conversion of sugar to alcohol.

• Distillation - The alcohol evaporates and is collected. Repeat to increase purity and evidence.

• Aging - The distilled spirit is stored in oak barrels for several years. Some casks are new, like bourbon, and some are reused, like Scotch.

• Bottling - After the whiskey is matured, bottle by bottle, prepare the best part of its journey for consumption!

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