Scotch Whisky

Definition of Scotch Whisky as it relates to Beverages, Alcoholic Beverages, Mead

Scotch Whisky is a type of alcoholic beverage that falls under the broader category of beverages. It is a distilled spirit made from malted barley, water and yeast in Scotland. The production process involves malting, mashing, fermentation and distillation, followed by aging in oak barrels for at least three years. Scotch whisky has a unique smoky flavor due to the traditional method of drying the malted barley over peat fires. It is often enjoyed neat or with a splash of water, and can also be used as a key ingredient in various cocktails. The category of Scotch whisky includes several subcategories such as single malt, blended malt, single grain and blended grain.

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