Whisky Styles Explained | Single Malt, Bourbon, Rye & More

Whisky Styles

Explore the major styles of whisky and discover what makes each tradition unique.

What You'll Find

From Scottish single malts and Irish pot still whiskey to American bourbon and rye, whisky styles reflect different traditions, ingredients and production methods. This section introduces the major categories of whisky produced around the world.

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What is 
Single Malt Whisky?

What is 
Blended Malt Whisky?

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What is 
Bourbon?

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What is 
Rye Whiskey?

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What is 
Irish Pot Still Whiskey?

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What is 
Grain Whiskey?

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Go Deeper in the Book

Our book 37 Styles of Whisky takes you on a detailed journey through the world’s most important whisky styles, with stories, expert insights and a wealth of whisky knowledge.

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