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Spirits,Brandy,Bourbon, Cognacs & Liqueurs > Irish Whisky
In the 6th Century AD, Irish monks journeyed to the Middle East and it is thought that it was there they observed how the alembic was used to distil perfume. On returning to Ireland the invented their own version - the 'Pot Still'. This they used to create a new spirit known as 'Uisce Beatha' - 'The Water of Life'
BARLEY - MALTED AND UNMALTED
Irish Whiskey is made either from malted barley or from a mixture of malted and unmalted barley and other cereals. In Ireland the malt is dried in closed Kilns unlike in Scotland, where malt is dried over open peat fires. This, the malting process used for Irish Whiskey not only avoids a smokey taste but also ensures a smooth and natural flavour.
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