Whiskey Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

Whiskey is an alcoholic drink made from fermented grain mash. The grains that are used include barley, rye, malted barley, malted rye, wheat and corn. Typically whiskey is aged in wooden white oak barrels. In the United States corn whiskey does not need to be aged. Whiskey is prodeuced in most areas that grow grain but can differ in content and quality.

There are many types of whiskey including malt whiskey, which is made from malted barley, and grain whiskey, which can be made from any type of grains. The malts and grains can be combined many ways. A vatted malt is blended from malt whiskies from different distilleries. A pure malt or malt whiskey means it is a vatted whiskey.

Single malt whiskey is a malt whiskey from one distillery. It must be labeled single-cask to truly have the taste of that particular distillery. Blended whiskies are made from a mix of malt and grain whiskies and are often combined with neutral spirits, flavoring and caramel. Cask strength is also called barrel proof. These whiskies are quite rare and are considered the best. Most often cask strength whiskey is un-diluted. Single cask or single barrel whiskies are bottled by specialists and is labeled and numbered.

The age of whiskey is determined by the time between distillation and bottling. Whiskey does not mature in the bottle.

There are many popular drinks made with whiskey such as, Irish coffee, Rob Roy, Nixon, Black tooth grin, Jack and Coke, Mint Julip, Widow’s Cork, Irish Flag, Whiskey Sour, Rusty Nail, Old Fashioned, Northern Comfort and many more.

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Whiskey Industry Research & Market Reports

  • Spirits in Switzerland

    ... key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Key Highlights The spirits market consists of the sale of brandy, gin & genever, liqueurs, rum, specialty spirits, tequila & mezcal, vodka and whiskey. ... Read More

  • Spirits in the United States

    ... the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Key Highlights The spirits market consists of the sale of brandy, gin & genever, liqueurs, rum, specialty spirits, tequila & ... Read More

  • Spirits in North America

    ... the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Key Highlights The spirits market consists of the sale of brandy, gin & genever, liqueurs, rum, specialty spirits, tequila & ... Read More

  • Global Whisky Production Market 2024-2028

    ... provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, the latest ... Read More

  • Spirits North America (NAFTA) Industry Guide 2019-2028

    ... also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the Market. Key Highlights The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) is a trade agreement between the countries ... Read More

  • Spirits Global Industry Almanac 2019-2028

    ... of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the Market. Key Highlights The spirits market consists of the sale of brandy, gin & genever, liqueurs, rum, specialty spirits, tequila ... Read More

  • Spirits Global Industry Guide 2019-2028

    ... of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the Market. Key Highlights The spirits market consists of the sale of brandy, gin & genever, liqueurs, rum, specialty spirits, tequila ... Read More

  • Liquor Retailing in Australia - Industry Market Research Report

    ... external competitive pressures. However, ongoing growth in the population aged 18 and older and rising consumer demand for higher-value premium beverages have offset these factors. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected the industry's revenue performance ... Read More

  • Spirit Manufacturing in Australia - Industry Market Research Report

    ... (RTD) form. Rising exports, largely to the Asia-Pacific region, have also boosted revenue growth over the period. However, spirit manufacturers face strong external competition, with imports expected to account for almost one third of domestic ... Read More

  • Distilleries - 2024 U.S. Market Research Report with Updated Recession Risk Forecasts

    ... over 100 data sets covering 2015-2028. This 63-page Kentley Insights report is packed with insightful data sets and forecasts to give you a comprehensive understanding of the industry including historical and forecasted industry size, growth, ... Read More

  • United States of America Beverages Consumption Trends and Forecasts Tracker, Q2 2024 (Dairy and Soy Drinks, Alcoholic Drinks, Soft Drinks and Hot Drinks)

    ... drinks, dairy drinks, hot drinks and alcoholic drinks is an essential tool for keeping up-to-date with the latest industry performance and developments on a quarterly basis. Scope Top line consumption volumes for Q2-2024 vs Q2-2023, ... Read More

  • Japan Beverages Consumption Trends and Forecasts Tracker, Q2 2024 (Dairy and Soy Drinks, Alcoholic Drinks, Soft Drinks and Hot Drinks)

    ... alcoholic drinks is an essential tool for keeping up-to-date with the latest industry performance and developments on a quarterly basis. Scope Top line consumption volumes for Q2-2024 vs Q2-2023, moving annual totals (MAT), full year ... Read More

  • Online Beer, Wine & Liquor Sales in the US - Industry Market Research Report

    ... alongside per capita disposable income and consumer awareness surrounding the online sale of alcohol. Mobile internet connections have swelled over the past five years, creating a robust potential consumer base for online alcohol retailers. COVID-19 ... Read More

  • Whiskey & Bourbon Distilleries in the US - Industry Market Research Report

    ... products. However, world-famous brands and a whiskey-hungry public keeps sales ticking upward. In fact, throughout the reporting period, whiskey distilleries have yet to report a year of revenue declines. As a result, over the five ... Read More

  • Global Premium Spirit Market 2024-2028

    ... report on the premium spirit market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding ... Read More

  • Canada: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Armenia: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Estonia: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Czechia: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Italy: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Kyrgyzstan: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Rwanda: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Australia: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Hungary: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

  • Jordan: Spirits Industry Overview 2020-2028

    ... 2020 to 2028. Gain insights into market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and constraints, providing a comprehensive understanding of the industry landscape. Please note: the online download version of this report is for a global site license. Read More

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