Scotch Whisky Online Prices Vida.bg

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The most popular alcoholic beverage in the world is Scotch whisky. And there's a reason for that. Learn more about this classic drink and what types you'll find in our section.

A little information about Scotch whisky

Its homeland

It's interesting that although whiskey is primarily associated with Scotland, it was actually created on the neighboring island – Ireland, and later the technology was brought to Scotland. The first written sources mentioning its production in Scottish lands date back to 1494. The meaning of the word whiskey comes from the Celtic "uisge beatha" – "water of life". Although the drink is produced in many countries around the world today, whiskies from Scotland and Ireland are still considered the highest quality. And since their origin itself is taken as a recommendation for quality, Scottish and Irish distilleries have the right to put the designations Scotch and Irish on their bottles, respectively.

The classic technology

Classic Scotch whisky is produced by distilling barley, wheat, and/or rye. Corn is also added to some types. The production season is from the barley harvest until the end of spring. After harvesting, the barley grains are soaked in water and left to germinate. Factories with centuries-old traditions claim that part of the secret to their drinks with an inimitable taste lies in the local water they use. Once germinated, the sprouts are dried in a special kiln, then ground and mixed with water to a solution that can ferment. Yeast is added, and after the primary fermentation, it can be distilled one or two more times to achieve a perfectly clean solution. The finished distillate is poured into barrels, where it is left to mature. Maturation should be a minimum of 3 years, but producers of quality Scotch leave some batches to age for 7, 10, 15, 25, etc. years. However, only the time spent in the barrel is considered maturation. After bottling, regardless of how many years ago it was, Scotch whisky does not age.

What types are there

The types of whisky differ by several criteria, the main of which is the type of raw material. Malt is that which is produced entirely from barley malt – it is considered the highest quality type. It is especially prized when it is single malt (Single Malt) – this means it is from only one barrel. These are rare types, as drinks blended from different barrels are usually bottled. A lower class is entirely grain Blend Whisky. If the crops are combined, it is called Blended Scotch. Higher quality drinks contain at least 40% malt. Differences in taste also result depending on what kind of barrels the Scotch has aged in. Some brands use American bourbon barrels, others – French sherry barrels, etc.

What types of Scotch you will find in the section

After our wine category, this one with whisky is the richest and most diverse. In the section with Scotch drinks, you will find some of the leading global brands with their most popular products, as well as collector's items issued in limited editions:

Johnnie Walker – Red Label, Black Label, Double Black Label, Blonde, Gold Label Reserve, etc.;
Ballantine’s – among the brand's offerings, you will find Scotch whisky aged 12, 17, 21, even 30 years;
Chivas Regal – 12 year old, 18 year old, 25 year old;
Dalmore – extremely rare luxurious offerings;
Dewar’s – you can try Dewar's Scotch aged between 7 and 25 years;
J&B;
Aberfeldy;
BenRiach;
Cutty Sark;
Douglas Laing – the Big Peat Scotch series are themed;
Glen Grant;
Grant’s;
The Famous Grouse, etc.

Why choose from Vida.bg

The Vida.bg online store is where you can always count on finding quality drinks for connoisseurs. Our Scotch section offers a huge variety of top-class beverages. You will find them at affordable prices, and you can also take advantage of attractive promotions.