What are different scotches?

* Produced from 100% malted barley from a single distillery.

* Aged for at least three years in oak casks.

* Known for its complex flavors and aromas.

* Some popular single malt scotches include Glenfiddich, The Macallan, and Lagavulin.

Blended Scotch Whisky

* Made from a mixture of single malts and grain whiskies.

* Aged for at least three years in oak casks.

* Typically lighter and more affordable than single malt scotch.

* Some popular blended scotches include Johnnie Walker, Chivas Regal, and Ballantine's.

Grain Scotch Whisky

* Produced from non-malted grains, such as corn, wheat, or rye.

* Aged for at least three years in oak casks.

* Typically lighter and milder in flavor than single malt or blended scotch.

* Some popular grain scotches include Haig Club, The Famous Grouse, and Cutty Sark.

Cask Strength Scotch Whisky

* Bottled at the cask strength, without being diluted with water.

* Typically higher in alcohol content than other scotches.

* Known for its intense flavors and aromas.

* Some popular cask strength scotches include Laphroaig 10 Year Old Cask Strength, Ardbeg Uigeadail, and Lagavulin 12 Year Old Cask Strength.

Peated Scotch Whisky

* Produced from barley that has been dried over a peat fire.

* This gives the scotch a distinctive smoky flavor.

* Some popular peated scotches include Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Ardbeg.

Sherried Scotch Whisky

* Produced from barrels that have previously held sherry wine.

* This gives the scotch a sweet, fruity flavor.

* Some popular sherried scotches include Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength, Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old, and Glendronach 12 Year Old Original.