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In the world of alcohol, beer, brandy, whiskey, gin, vodka, tequila, and rum are unique. These are consumed according to the circumstances and tastes. However, whiskey deserves a special mention in this liquor world. It is slightly softer than other liquors and is liked by alcoholics. However, Scotch whiskey is enjoyed at a higher range than regular whisky. However, many people do not know the difference between whiskey and Scotch whisky. There are many differences between whiskey and scotch whisky. You will know that if you read this article completely. Let’s find out why the delay and the differences.
Scotch is whiskey – but did you know that not all whiskey is scotch?
Let’s first understand what whiskey is. Whiskey is made from grains like barley, corn, rye, and wheat. Any distilled spirit that has been aged in casks is called whiskey. This whiskey is made all over the world. Many countries in the world including America, Ireland, Canada, Japan and India produce this type of whiskey. They are known as American whiskey, Irish whiskey and Canadian whiskey depending on the country of manufacture.
Scotch whiskey has many characteristics
Scotch whiskey is a unique brand in the world. Scotch is a legal designation. There are strict rules for its preparation. This Scotch must be made in Scotland. Aging must be matured in oak casks for at least 3 years, strictly in Scotland. Only malted barley should be used for making Scotch. The whiskey so made is called Scotch whisky.
Strict regulations are enforced in the making of Scotch
Scotch is a special legal designation. There are strict rules for its preparation. These are enforced by the ‘Scotch Whiskey Regulations 2009’. The main reason why Scotch has gained international recognition is because of the strict laws enforced by the Scottish Government. There are four main strictures that are enforced to control malpractices in the making of Scotch.
These are the strict rules that govern the making of Scotch
The reason Scotch has gained international recognition is due to the strict laws imposed by the Scottish government. Now let’s find out:
1. Geographical Indication: Scotch has legitimate geographical recognition. A drink produced outside of Scotland is unlikely to be called Scotch. Such is the legitimacy.
2. Alcohol percentage: Scotch must be at least 40% alcohol by volume (ABV) by the time it is bottled. Other whiskeys sometimes vary this percentage. But in Scotch those differences are not allowed.
3. Added Ingredients: Scottish laws do not permit the addition of any other ingredients to Scotch during its manufacture except for water, a common caramel color (E150A). But other whiskey makers add sugar for taste, other flavors, certain elements, certain fruits. But scotch only needs to be mixed with water, a simple caramel color.
4. Pipe Limit: Oak casks used for aging should not exceed 700 liters capacity. This method is used to preserve the Scotch’s purity, taste and quality, and to carry out the historic tradition of storing 700 liters in an oak cask.
After reading all this you will understand that Scotch whiskey is no ordinary whisky. The laws of Scotland, the traditional brewing method, the legal geographical identification, the method of storage, and the methods of maturing in casks give Scotch a respect and a recognition. That is why Scotch has a special recognition all over the world compared to ordinary whiskey. Have you noticed these differences? Enjoy your next sip. However Alcohol is harmful to health Just don’t forget that.
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