Scottish Grain Whisky Flashcards
How much grain whisky is produced in Scotland?
A huge amount, though it is rarely sold to the public. It is used for the production of Blended Whisky.
What grains are used to make Scottish Grain Whisky?
A variety including corn and wheat. Malted barley is added for its enzymes but usually makes up less than 10%.
What is the recipe of grains called when producing Scottish Grain Whisky?
It is called the mash bill.
Instead of malting, how is starch made water soluable when producing Scottish Grain Whisky?
The grains (excluding any malted barley) hydrolised by using a pressure cooker at temperatures of 144 degrees.
Why is malted barley left out of the hydrolising process when producing Scottish Grain Whisky?
Because the high temperatures would kill the enzymes which are necessary for converting the starch to sugar.
Can commercial enzymes be used in the production of Scottish Grain Whisky?
No. Malted barley must be used.
How is a Scottish Grain Whisky distilled?
In a continuous column still to up to 94.8% abv.
How is Scottish Grain Whisky matured?
It must be matured in oak for a minimum of 3 years. Grain whisky can be aged for as long as malt whiskies.
