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How is whiskey made? Whiskey came into circulation in the fifth century through monks who introduced Christianity to the Celts and thus introduced the alcoholic "uisge beata". It is the forerunner of whiskey from Scotland and whiskey from Ireland, both of which have since been internationally successful. When it comes to whiskey production, most distillates are based on (malted and/unmalted) barley or a mix of different types of grain. The grain is first malted and then crushed. The grain is dried and smoked over peat, giving it its smoky and peaty taste. The mash is then created with the addition of water. This is followed by fermentation by adding yeast. After fermentation, the distillation process is carried out either continuously in the column still or discontinuously in the copper still. Once distillation is complete, the whiskeys are filled into oak barrels to mature for several years. Small capacity hogsheads or American bourbon barrels are preferred. The barrels usually have a capacity of around 400 liters. After storage, the whiskeys are usually reduced to drinking strength and bottled. Only then do the products go to the whiskey shop – whiskey store. Differences between whiskey types Scotch whiskeys made from barley are available as single malt , blended whisky, grain whiskey and single malt whisky. There are different whiskey regions in Scotland: Highlands, Lowlands, Speyside, Island Whiskeys and Islay. In each of these regions the whiskey tastes different, which is due to the production and storage. Irish whiskey is almost always a blend and the result of triple distillation. Whiskeys from Ireland are usually milder and clearer as well as less complex. Below you will find a rough idea of ​​the whiskey regions in Scotland. Highland Single Malt Whiskey in the online shop The Highland Single Malt Whiskeys come from the northern region of Scotland. There are around 26 active distilleries in the Highlands, with mostly strong flavors. Highland whiskeys are spicy, delicate and fragrant. But not peaty or smoky. The best-known distillery in the Highlands is Glenmorangie , which stores its single malt whiskey in different casks. Highland single malt whiskeys are usually slightly sweet and easy to drink due to the second maturation in sherry casks. The best known brands in the Highlands are Highland Park, Dalwhinnie , Balvenie , and Glenlivet . Buy whisky online