Demystified: What's the Difference Between Whiskey, Scotch, Bourbon, and Rye?

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Can’t see this email? view online DEMYSTIFIED What’s the Difference Between Whiskey, Whisky, Scotch, Bourbon, and Rye? Do you know if there’s a difference between “whiskey” and “whisky” or how Scotch, bourbon, and rye figure in all of it? These names can actually tell you a lot about the spirit. So what is it that sets these liquors apart? Find out more in this week's Demystified. LEARN MORE advertisement Want more from Britannica? Follow us on your favorite social networks for updates from Britannica including trending topics, interesting facts, and special deals and discounts. advertisement Follow: To unsubscribe from Britannica e-mails, click here This email was sent by: Encyclopædia Britannica 325 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 200, Chicago, Illinois, 60654, United States © 2020 Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. • Privacy Policy • Help