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World Whiskies

Provides overview of major whisky-producing countries beyond Scotland, including Ireland, USA, Japan, Canada, and emerging producers. While exam focus is on Scotch, understanding world whiskies provides context for Scotland's unique position.

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Learning Objectives

Identify major whisky-producing countries and their distinctive whisky styles
Compare production methods and regulations for Irish, American, Japanese, and Canadian whiskies
Explain how Scotch whisky differs from other world whiskies in production and character

Topics

Canadian peated single malts + wine-cask finishes (market reception)

Exploration of emerging Canadian single malt category, focusing on peat integration and innovative wine-cask finishing techniques and their market impact.

Japanese single malt at 18+ (Mizunara/sherry integration)

Study of premium aged Japanese whisky showcasing the interplay between native mizunara oak and traditional sherry cask influence at extended maturation periods.