The Tennessee Titan - Whiskey

Welcome back fellow mixers to Mixers for your Mixer! Now we’ve dealt with mixed drinks that revolve around Vodka. Now we’ll take a trip to the heart of the American Appalachians where we’ll get into one of my favorite spirits for any occasion, Whiskey.

A Brief History of Whiskey

The distillation of Whiskey can be dated as far back as 2000 BC in Mesopotamia.  However, aromas and perfumes were distilled instead of alcohol. The distillation of whiskey as an alcoholic spirit didn’t occur until around the 15^th century in Ireland and Scotland. Whiskey during this point in time was created for medicinal purposes. During this time, the distillation was still in infancy; therefore, the spirits that were produced were very raw and potent.

Over the centuries, the process of distillation has evolved into something marvelous. Now, even though most whiskey is still very potent in nature, it’s now more refine and smooth in texture.

There is a large variety of Whiskey out there. The following is a  list of the different types of Whiskey available:

• Malt Whiskey  - Made primarily from malted barley
• Bourbon Whiskey  - Made from any other type of grains
• Corn Whiskey – Made from a mash that contains 80% corn
• Rye Whiskey – Consists of  at least 51% rye
• Wheat Whiskey – Consists of at least 51% wheat

These varieties, when distilled in America, must be distilled to no more than 80% alcohol by volume and must be aged in new charred-oak casks.

Crown Royal, a smooth and tasteful Canadian Whiskey

Well, I hope you enjoyed the small history lesson on Whiskey. I’m very excited to dive head first into this wonderful alcoholic spirit. Until next time mixers…Happy Mixing!