This gives Scotch the peaty smoky flavour that is stronger than that of Irish Whiskey, where wood is more commonly used. Hence, Irish whiskey has a smoother finish as opposed to the smoky, earthy overtones common to Scotch whisky, which is in part due to this peating process. The stills used vary, with Scotch distilleries commonly using larger stills in a wide variety of shapes.
Although the Scots produce all single malts in copper pot stills. In Ireland much of the whiskey is distilled in pot stills, which are short, squat round stills that give a broader flavour. In addition, most whisky in Scotland is distilled twice whereas with Irish Whiskey the process is usually undertaken three times. There are exceptions to this… for eaxample Lowland Scotch malts use triple distillation just like the Irish do.
This extra step in the distillation process results in a lighter drink which typically has a smoother flavour. The difference between Tennessee whiskey and Bourbon lies in the method of filtering. Both require the same corn percentage and must be aged in new charred oak barrels. A Tennessee whiskey must go through a charcoal filtering process, which mellows the drink's character.
Other ingredients in the drink are corn and barley. It is aged in charred barrels for at least two years and tends to be spicier as compared to Bourbon's smooth, slightly sweet flavour. It's the preferred choice for whiskey cocktails. Crafted Scottish-style, Japanese whisky relies on mashed malted barley that is distilled twice in pot stills and aged in wood barrels.
Japanese whiskies are often aged in Japanese Mizunara oak, which imparts perfume-like notes of citrus, spice and incense into the spirit. Both nations offer their own takes on single malts, single grains and blends, but where the Emerald Isle goes it alone is its single-pot-still whiskey named after the copper pot the whiskey is distilled in. The raw barley generates its distinctively rich and somewhat spicy character. Today it has achieved global popularity, with acclaimed single-pot-still whiskey brand Redbreast standing proudly as one of the most highly decorated Irish whiskeys.
For most, the proof of the pudding is in the eating, or in the drinking in this case. So what are the differences between Irish Whiskey and Scotch when it comes to taste?
Matured in bourbon, sherry and ruby port casks, it has a nose of vanilla and exotic fruit, followed by a luxuriously rich taste including plum, cherry and mature wood.
Brands like Greenspot and Dingle are also rising up the ranks. Typically, doubly distilled Scotch whisky is more fiery than Irish whiskey, which is mellower in taste. As long as whiskies are stored out of sunlight and in a relatively cool environment, they will last virtually forever. As you correctly said it must be matured in Scotland and it has to be in oak casks.
Keesler Whiskey. Ralfy of Ralfy. I just rang in the new year by finishing off a bottle of 12 year old Glengoyne I purchased at the distillery some 15 years ago. Ahhh it brings back such sweet memories of that visit to Scotland and to the distillery. Hope to visit beautiful Scotland soon. I praise God and ask Him to make me thankful for my heritage and all sacrifices made by those before. Much love.
I would love to learn more. I first discovered Black Bush in Boston. I have since met Red Breast and Yellow Spot my wife says there some kind of message there. Also have recently met Sexton which has the most Blarney filled label but is very tasteful. Ive just found a scotch I can finally drink, The MacAllen 12 is awesome, but pricey. In my younger years, my dad knew I would not touch scotch, so he bought only Johnnie Walker. But I do notice that it gives a wide hangover than good old bourbon.
Great article and brilliant information from the knowledgeable Kenneth. During prohibition the cheaper Scotch Whisky was marketed heavily in the USA and the rest is history!!! Name required.
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