Scotch has undoubtedly been elevated to the top spot of most popular spirit
however it is said that if that spirit was not made in Scotland then it
has no right baring the name. The land itself lends to this spirit and
what is taken is naturally replenished.
Scotch whisky is said to be a nobleman among spirits brought about primarily
by what mother earth has to offer. This makes it a popular drink for the
naturalist among us. Scotland is so abundant in natural recourses from
the moors of peat to the endless flowing fields of barley and wheat which
is why it is the perfect place for brewing this tasty drink.
The fine art of distilling has traveled generations; each step of the
way gaining knowledge and refinement as distilling and maturing the fine
malt gives way to what it is now. There are two kinds of whiskies in production
in Scotland today thanks in part to the creation of the still in 1831.
One of those is the single grain variety and the other is the blended malt
variety.
In the past there was only single malt Scotch whisky. Now there is malt
whisky made from several grains which are blended to create the final product.
This malt is bottled in select quantities which are referred to as single
malt. Some of the more famous blends are now blended with what’s known
as a grain whisky.
Distilleries are in the heart of the country side and use the ingredients
of the land. Some grow their own wheat and barley to control what they
use in production. Some use reputable farmers to which give great service
for a good cause creating some of the finest spirit in the world.
The use of natural springs and rivers is very common practice as well.
As a matter of fact the Skye River runs right through the region that holds
the title of malt capital of Scotland. Once the mashing process is complete,
the drying starts.
There have been bottles of fine scotch coming from Islay in the very south
of Scotland’s shoreline going for as much as $7,000.00. A very select liquor
store in Rhode Island placed this product on the shelves and within 24
hours 20 bottles where snatched up. This is a definite indication of the
sheer quality that the company stands buy and promotes with pride.
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