Food & Spirits

Irish Whiskey

“You got a vodka drink, you got a whiskey drink!” What whiskey are you talking about? Irish, single malt, Scotch, Canadian, bourbon? Maybe you’re also wondering, “Am I going to end up singing ‘Danny Boy’ at a piano with a bunch of Gingers if I drink them?”

Well, there is a difference between whiskeys, but you will only end up singing “Danny Boy” with a bunch of Gingers if you choose to.

I’m a Ginger, I drink whiskey, I sing, and I’m Irish. I do believe that makes me an expert on basically anything discussed in a tavern, pub, or bar environment. So here is some basic information about “the whiskeys” that may help you compare and contrast them.

Since it’s March, Irish whiskey will take the lead.

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