Spirits Class - Whiskey: Great Grains

935 37th Avenue South,Moorhead MN 56560

18 June, 2022

Description

Whiskey is, ultimately, alcohol distilled from grain. Traditionally, barley was the choice of distillers, usually malted barley, which was the easiest to ferment. Yet because of differences in climate, laws, taxes, and a myriad of other reasons, other grains crept into the whiskey world. In the American Northeast, for example, colonists found traditional European barley would not grow as easily, and rye became a useful substitute. Further south, corn became dominant, leading to the development of bourbon. Other grains have made their way into whiskies for centuries as distillers continue to experiment to create new and popular products. In this class, Evan Christie will lead you through an exploration of all things grain in whiskey. Expect to learn about why distillers choose certain grains and what those grains add to the flavor of the final product. Taste examples of many different grain whiskies including corn, rye, wheat, oats, and more. Join us for this celebration of grains and whiskey!