Rye whiskey

From WikiMD's Food, Medicine & Wellness Encyclopedia

Rye whiskey is a type of whiskey that is made primarily from rye grain. It is a popular spirit in North America, particularly in the United States and Canada.

History[edit | edit source]

Rye whiskey has a long history in both the United States and Canada. In the United States, it was one of the first distilled spirits to be produced, with production dating back to the early colonial period. In Canada, rye whiskey became popular in the 19th century and remains a staple of Canadian distilling today.

Production[edit | edit source]

Rye whiskey is made by fermenting a mash of at least 51% rye grain. The mash is then distilled and aged in charred oak barrels. The aging process can vary, but it typically lasts for at least two years. The result is a whiskey with a distinctive spicy and fruity flavor.

Types[edit | edit source]

There are two main types of rye whiskey: American rye whiskey and Canadian rye whiskey. American rye whiskey must be made from a mash of at least 51% rye grain, aged in new charred oak barrels, and distilled to no more than 160 proof. Canadian rye whiskey, on the other hand, does not have a minimum rye grain requirement and can be aged in used barrels.

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]


Rye whiskey Resources
Doctor showing form.jpg
Wiki.png

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD


Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Contributors: Admin, Prab R. Tumpati, MD