"So what do you actually taste when you take a sip? When it comes to Tennessee whiskey, there's a deeper and more full-bodied flavor, with notes of caramel, oak, and vanilla. Irish whiskey, on the other hand, is smoother and mellower, with lighter notes of white fruit, honey, and vanilla. This is why Irish whiskey is considered the best option for beginners."
"Tennessee whiskey is primarily made from at least 51% corn alongside a mix of other cereal grains like wheat, rye, and malted barley. Many popular Tennessee whiskeys also contain a higher percentage of corn in their mash bill, meaning they tend to be a little sweeter. Meanwhile, the foundation of Irish whiskey is malted barley, though some variations also include unmalted barley and other unmalted cereals."
Tennessee whiskey tends to be deeper and more full-bodied, with caramel, oak, and vanilla notes. Irish whiskey is smoother and mellower, offering lighter flavors such as white fruit, honey, and vanilla, making it friendlier for beginners. Tennessee mash bills require at least 51% corn and commonly include wheat, rye, and malted barley, often increasing sweetness when corn percentage is higher. Irish whiskey is primarily based on malted barley, with pot still whiskey typically using minimums of 30% malted and 30% unmalted barley. Most Irish whiskey is triple distilled in copper pot stills or uses column stills for grain whiskey and must age at least three years in wooden barrels, frequently in ex-bourbon or sherry casks.
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