distillation

Whisky’s exact origins are shrouded in mystery, but its roots can be traced back to ancient distillation practices in Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Greece. However, it wasn’t until medieval monks in Ireland and Scotland adapted these techniques to local ingredients like barley that whisky as we know it began to take shape. While both countries claim to have been the first to distill whisky, its true birthplace remains a subject of ongoing debate.