Single Grain Whiskey

Single grain whiskey is an Irish whiskey made from a single grain, unlike a blend, which consists of several different grains. Single grain whiskey is typically made from wheat, barley, oats, or corn. This whiskey is primarily produced in Irish distilleries. Most single grain whiskeys are aged in American white oak casks previously used for bourbon or sherry. This imparts a rich and sweet character with flavors of vanilla, caramel, and fruit. Single grain whiskey is generally smoother and less peaty than single malt or blended whiskey. Some Irish distilleries also produce single grain whiskeys made from a specific grain, such as malted barley or rye.

The most famous single grain whiskeys come mainly from Scotland and Ireland, although there are also some from England and the USA. Single grain whiskeys are generally produced in large distilleries and consist of a combination of barley and other grains such as wheat or oats. Unlike single malt whiskeys , which are made solely from barley, single grain whiskeys have a milder flavor and are generally less peaty. They are therefore well-suited for cocktails and long drinks.

There are several large Irish distilleries that produce single grain whiskeys. Some well-known examples are the Midleton Distillery, which produces both single pot still and single grain whiskeys, and the Teeling Distillery , which has a range of single grain whiskeys in its portfolio. The Walsh Distillery in County Carlow and the Boann Distillery in County Meath also produce single grain whiskeys. However, there are also smaller, independent distilleries that produce single grain whiskeys.