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International Whisk(e)y Day

Occasions

July

National Piña Colada Day National Mojito Day National Michelada Day National Grand Marnier Day National Daiquiri Day National Tequila Day National Wine and Cheese Day National Scotch Day National Shiraz Day Canada Day Long Weekend Hours Anisette Day Independence Day

August

International Albariño Day Toronto Caribbean Carnival Weekend 2024 Civic Holiday National White Wine Day National Mead Day International Beer Day IPA Beer Day National Prosecco Day National Rum Day Pinot Noir Day International Whisky Sour Day National Red Wine Day National Mai Tai Day International Cabernet Day

September

Labour Day National Chianti Day National Beer Lovers Day International Box Wine Day International Canned Cocktail Day National Creme de Menthe Day National Sour Beer Day International Grenache Day National Rum Punch Day Oktoberfest National Horchata Day Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest 2024 National Drink Beer Day Hot Mulled Cider Day

October

International Coffee Day World Sake Day National Vodka Day Canadian Beer Day Beer and Pizza Day International Pinotage Day Thanksgiving National Liqueur Day Boss' Day International Gin & Tonic Day National Mezcal Day NBA Season Opener Global Champagne Day National American Beer Day Halloween Carignan Day

November

International Stout Day International Merlot Day National Shot Day National Harvey Wallbanger Day International Tempranillo Day Zinfandel Day International Happy Gose Day National Apple Cider Day Beaujolais Nouveau Day DrinksGiving

December

Cabernet Franc Day National Repeal Day National Bartender Day National Lager Day National Screwdriver Day National Sangria Day National Coquito Day National Eggnog Day National Champagne Day

January

National Hangover Day National Hot Toddy Day National Hot Buttered Rum Day National Bootlegger Day National Gourmet Coffee Day National Beer Can Appreciation Day National Irish Coffee Day Spicy Margarita Day Lunar New Year 2025 Year of the Snake Brandy Alexander Day National Bloody Mary Day

February

Groundhog Day Pisco Sour Day Black History Month Galentine's and Palentine's Day Happy Valentine's Day! We've got you covered National Drink Wine Day National Margarita Day World Bartender Day International Scotch Day National Pizza Day Super Bowl LIX - THE BIG GAME National Kahlua Day

March

Irish Whiskey Day British Pie Week Mardi Gras Elbows Up Canada! National Absinthe Day Cinco de Marcho Daylight Savings Time Ends - Spring Forward National Ranch Day Riesling Day Maple Syrup Saturday Are you ready for St. Patrick's Day? Bock Beer Day First day of Spring Vermouth Day National Cocktail Day International Whisk(e)y Day MLB Opening Day 2025 Mulled Wine Day National Moscow Mule Day

April

April Fool’s Day New Beer's Eve National Beer Day Gin and Tonic Day Ranch Water Day Malbec World Day Amaretto Day Easter Earth Day German Beer Day Pretzel Day Saison Day Bubble Tea Day

May

May the 4th Star Wars Day Orange Juice Day Cinco de Mayo National Beverage Day Beer Pong Day International Sauvignon Blanc Day National Cosmo Day National Have a Coke Day National Moscato Day Mother's Day World Cocktail Day World Whisky Day National Mimosa Day Victoria Day Long Weekend National Caesar Day Pinot Grigio Day World Paloma Day Chardonnay Day National Wine Day National Mint Julep Day

June

World Milk Day National Moonshine Day World Cider Day National Cognac Day National Bubbly Day National Rosé Day World Gin Day Last Minute Father's Day Ideas National Bourbon Day National Old Fashioned Day Drink Chenin Blanc Day National Martini Day First day of Summer World Lambrusco Day National Limoncello Day Sazerac Cocktail Day International Rosé Day PIneapple Day

Today is International Whiskey Day! Or wait, is it International “Whisky” Day?! Catch the difference? Regardless, today is the day we celebrate the rich history and undeniable taste of this iconic spirit.

The origin of whiskey dates back to over 1000 year ago when distillation made the migration from mainland Europe into Scotland and Ireland via traveling monks. The Scottish and Irish monasteries, lacking the vineyards and grapes of the continent, turned to fermenting grain mash. The result? The first distillations of modern whisky. 

“Whisk(e)y is liquid sunshine.” Celebrate the water of life today! The term whisk(e)y is an anglicization of the Classical Gaelic word “uisce” meaning ‘water.’  Distilled alcohol was known in Latin as aqua vitae meaning ‘water of life.’ 

So wait, is it "whisky" or "whiskey"? Well, put simply, whisky is from Scotland and whiskey is from Ireland. The difference comes from the translation of words from the Scottish and Irish Gaelic forms. In the late 1800s, Scottish whisky was considered to be of poor quality so the Irish producers wanted to differentiate their product.

In modern times, "whiskey" refers to whiskeys made in the US and Ireland, whereas "whisky" refers to whiskies from Scotland, Japan, Canada, and the rest of the world.

Different regions have different standards and laws to regulate whisky production, thus due to regional differences, the spelling can give you an idea on how the whisky will taste.

Whiskey and whisky are both distilled from fermented grain mash. The major difference between the two is that whiskey is made mostly from corn, while whisky is made mostly from barley. Because of this key ingredient distinction, whiskey tends to be sweeter than whisky.

So there you have it! Now you can impress your friends with whiskey knowledge the next time you're out for a dram. And on International Whiskey Day, don't forget to enjoy your favorite whiskey neat, on the rocks, or in a classic cocktail. Sláinte!

Interesting Facts about Whiskey and Whisky

  • Interesting Facts about Whiskey and Whisky
  • Whisky starts its life as beer, and is distilled from "wort"
  • The word whisky means "water of life"
  • Approximately 2% of whisky evaporates through barrels each year
  • Scotch whisky generates $221 revenue every second for Scotland
  • Mountain Dew was originally meant to be a whisky chaser
  • One of the basic ingredients in whisky is tabasco sauce

Things to pair with Whisky

  • Gamey proteins, such as venison or lamb, grass-fed beef or roasted pork
  • Medium bodied cheeses, such as cheddar or aged gouda
  • Denser desserts, such as pumpkin bread or fruitcake
  • A great cigar
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