Single-malt whisky only uses one type of malted grain in its production and comes from a single distillery. The final liquor bottle may combine whisky from different barrels.
Origin: Typically Scotland, but also produced in other countries like Japan, India, and the United States and now in Switzerland
Ingredients: Malted barley, water, yeast.
Process: Distilled in pot stills at a single distillery from a single batch of malted barley.
Flavor: Varies widely depending on the distillery, region, and aging process. Can be smoky, peaty, fruity, floral, or a combination of flavors.