Styles of whisky
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Scotch whisky styles
We have a Scotch whisky style for every taste – discover yours now.
Japanese whisky styles
Diverse in flavour but generally light in style, get stuck into our Japanese whiskies.
American whiskey styles
From sweet bourbon to spicy rye – and so much more – get acquainted with our American whiskeys.
Irish whiskey styles
Explore all that Irish whiskey has to offer, from rich, spicy single pot still to single malts, and more.
What style of whisky would suit me?
We’ve all got our preferences. Some people like spicy food, others only really care about dessert. Whisky is the same.
You might enjoy the bold, spicy, and sweet profile of a good bourbon whiskey or Irish single pot still whiskey. You may love the medicinal coastal smoke of Scotch whisky from Islay, or the Japanese approach of lengthening graceful blends in refreshing Highballs.
Perhaps you just think variety is the spice of life.
Whatever the case, there will be a whisky style that suits you. For example, if you love your Jack Daniel’s, then Tennessee whiskey like Uncle Nearest or bourbons such as Buffalo Trace, Wild Turkey, or Four Roses will tickle your senses.
If the sweet and smooth style of Jameson appeals, then Tullamore D.E.W, Teeling, or Roe & Co Irish Whiskey are for you.
If the bold smoke of Ardbeg gets you going, you’ll love Filthy Smoke, Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire, or Port Charlotte.
What are the differences between whisky styles?
Don’t understand your bourbon from your Jack Daniel’s? Confused by the distinction between pot stills and single pot still? Wish someone would stop asking these kinds of questions and just go ahead and answer them already? Well, you’re in luck. Our Different types of whisky guide will help you understand everything you need to know about the big beautiful world of the water of life.
Whisky Guides
Our team of whisky experts take you on a journey through the wonderful world of whisky. In our comprehensive whisky guide, you can learn all about whisky: from how it is made to how to drink it and so much more...
