Whiskey
Spirit
Whiskey is a spirit distilled from a fermented grain mash and usually aged in wood. Bourbon, rye, Scotch and Irish whiskey are the main styles, and each one follows its own country's rules.
Also called: Whisky
- ABV range
- 40–66%
- US proof
- 80–132
- Calories (per oz)
- ~64
- Shelf life (opened)
- About 1 to 2 years for full flavor. Safe much longer, but flavor fades, faster once the bottle is less than half full.
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Substitutes for Whiskey
| Substitute | Ratio | Note | Zero-proof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bourbon | 1:1 | Sweeter and rounder than most whiskey. Works in most whiskey cocktails. | |
| Rye whiskey | 1:1 | Spicier and drier. A good swap in a Manhattan or a Sazerac. | |
| Lyre's American Malt | 1:1 | Non-alcoholic, under 0.5% ABV, with vanilla and oak notes. It lacks the warmth of real whiskey. |
Types of Whiskey
- Bourbon
- Irish whiskey
- Rye whiskey
- Scotch whisky
- Tennessee whiskey – American whiskey made in Tennessee and charcoal filtered before it goes into the barrel.
- Canadian whisky – Whisky made in Canada and aged at least three years in small wooden barrels.
- Japanese whisky – Whisky made in Japan in the Scotch style, with a clean, light finish.
- Corn whiskey – American whiskey with at least 80% corn in the mash. Often aged in uncharred or used barrels.
- Canadian rye whisky – Canadian whisky labeled rye. Canadian law lets any Canadian whisky use the name, and most include some rye for a spicy note.
- Japanese blended whisky – Japanese whisky that mixes malt and grain whiskies. Lighter and easier to mix.
- Single malt American whiskey – Made from malted barley at one American distillery.
- Single malt Welsh whisky – Made from malted barley at one Welsh distillery.
Frequently asked questions about Whiskey
Whiskey is most often sipped neat or over one large ice cube, and it is the base of classics like the Old Fashioned and the Manhattan. A few drops of water open up the aroma, which is why many people add some.
The classic serve: Neat in a rocks glass, or over one large ice cube, with a few drops of water if you like.
