Beyond Single Malt: Why Aged Grain Whisky is Scotland’s Best-Kept Secret

Often overlooked by enthusiasts, grain whisky has been fundamental to the success of the Scotch whisky industry for almost two centuries. Malt Scotch WhiskySingle malt Scotch whisky is produced exclusively from malted barley, water and yeast at a single distillery. How Grain Whisky Changed Scotch ForeverThe rise of grain whisky directly enabled the birth of blended Scotch. How Grain Scotch Whisky Is MadeAlthough grain whisky follows many of the same principles as malt whisky, several key stages differ. MaturationLike every Scotch whisky, grain whisky must mature in oak casks for a minimum of three years.