When it comes to whisky, the single malt can hog the limelight – but the subtle beauty and full flavour of grain whiskies make them an unsung hero of the spirit worlds. Single malts might not exist without grain whisky coming first, and whisky lovers can pay homage to grains with this incredible, varied selection. Grain whisky is made by cooking unmalted cereal grains. Maize used to be a popular option, but wheat is the grain of choice nowadays.
The mixture is then combined with barley and the fermentation begins. With a distillation process totally different than it is for single malts, the spirits produced end up being higher in alcohol content, while retaining a light quality.
If you’re looking for a whisky for a true connoisseur, grains are the perfect option. With rich flavour and distinct character, grain whiskies are perfect for the true fans of Scotch.
Single grain Scotch whisky forms the cornerstone of the whisky world. Though cheaper to produce than the ever-popular single malt, grain whiskies more than hold their own and are packed full of fantastic flavours.
Grain whisky is enjoying something of a resurgence at the moment, and after finally stepping out from the shadows of other whisky types, brand new whiskies are winning fans everywhere. These spirits typically offer a higher volume of alcohol while retaining a light and flavourful quality with sweet notes of butterscotch, toffee and toast.
Here at The Whisky World, you’ll discover a great selection of grain whisky from popular whisky brands such as Girvan, Haig and Whisky Works, while if you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for or need a little advice, contact our team of experts.
