Scotch whisky definition

Scotch whisky is a type of whisky that is distilled and matured in Scotland. It must be made from malted barley and aged in oak barrels for a minimum of three years. There are several types of Scotch whisky, including single malt, single grain, blended malt, blended grain, and blended Scotch whisky. The production and labeling of Scotch whisky are tightly regulated by laws set forth by the Scotch Whisky Association.