Malt Whiskey (Noun)
Meaning
Whiskey distilled in Scotland; especially whiskey made from malted barley in a pot still.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Malted barley is what makes a fine malt whiskey with a rich, complex flavor and a smooth finish.
- A visit to the distillery gave him an appreciation for the process of making malt whiskey.
- Scotch is known for being a malt whiskey, often aged for years in oak barrels.
- Laphroaig is one of the premium malt whiskeys from Scotland's Islay region.
- The connoisseur could distinguish between the different types of malt whiskey, from smoky to sweet.