Irish Whiskey

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Irish whiskey is frequently praised for its excellent flavour and skilled distillation method. Depending on the style, various blends of barley, corn, and wheat are used for producing Irish whiskey. The starch in these grains must be transformed into sugar in order for yeast to ferment it and produce alcohol. While unmalted barley, wheat, and corn need to be cooked under pressure to break down the starch, malted barley yields the most sugar. Malted barley is used to make single-malt whisky, which is then distilled in pot stills. Ireland is unique in that it uses both malted and unmalted barley to make pot still whisky. The utilisation of both malted and unmalted barley to produce is what makes Irish whiskeys stand out. If you are searching for the right whiskey style that suits your taste buds perfectly, you can purchase Irish whiskeys online in Australia with Liquor Loot. Explore our finest collection and order the right bottle right here!

What is Irish Whiskey?

Irish whiskey is basically whiskey that’s made in Ireland. This alcoholic spirit is crafted from a mash of malted and unmalted cereals, mainly barley, wheat, and corn. The uniqueness lies in its ageing in wooden casks for a minimum of 3 years. Known for its triple-distilling and sometimes double-distilling, this type of whisky style utilizes both pot and column stills during production. According to the strict guidelines of Irish Law, the spirit can be called Irish whiskey only when it is bottled at no less than 40% alcohol by volume.

What makes Irish whiskey unique?

The unique charm of Irish whisky is its usually triple-distillation process, which gives it a smoother, lighter character than other whiskies. It has a unique grain profile because it contains a blend of malted and unmalted barley. Compared to Scotch whisky, Irish whisky typically has a more approachable, less peated flavour with fruity, vanilla, and honey notes. From single malts to blended varieties, a variety of styles can be produced using both pot stills and column stills. Additionally, Ireland's exceptional climatic conditions make a great contribution to the gentle maturation process in oak casks.

FAQs

1. What is the most popular Irish whiskey?

In Australia, and also worldwide, Jameson is the most celebrated Irish whiskey, and for more popular finds, you can explore  our curated selection of the best Irish Whiskeys and order the perfect bottle that matches your taste.

2. What’s the difference between Irish whiskey and Scotch?

Irish whiskey is usually triple-distilled for smoothness, while Scotch is often double-distilled with a  bolder and smokier profile.  If you’re new to both styles, you can find a diverse range of whisky-tasting packs to try and find the best whisky that fits your preference.

3. Which Irish whiskey brands are best?

Renowned brands include Jameson, Redbreast, Bushmills, and The Dublin Liberties. To find the best brands for top-quality Irish whiskeys online, Liquor Loot is your trusted online alcohol store in Australia to savour the best whiskies from around the world.

4. Do you sell Irish whisky tasting packs?

Yes! Liquor Loot offers Irish whiskey tasting packs so you can explore premium and hard-to-find drams, discovering something new and unique in every pack.