Showing Food Whisky
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| Name | Whisky | ||||||||||
| Scientific Name | Not Available | ||||||||||
| Description | Whisky is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash, primarily sourced from grains such as barley, corn, rye, and wheat. Its origin dates back to 13th century Italy, but it was first mentioned in 1495 in Scotland, where it is native (PMID: 36490578). Whisky is mostly consumed in Scotland, Ireland, and the United States. It is often used as a beverage, enjoyed on its own or mixed with other drinks. Whisky has a rich, amber color, a strong, pungent taste, and a distinctive odor. Moderate consumption of whisky may have health benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. The most notable chemical in whisky is ethanol, which makes up 98-99% of its alcohol content. Whisky has been used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and analgesic properties (PMID: 37677685). A peculiar aspect of whisky production is the aging process, where the liquid is stored in wooden casks, which impart unique flavors and colors to the final product. | ||||||||||
| Primary ID | FOOD00623 | ||||||||||
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| Group | Beverages | ||||||||||
| Sub-Group | Distilled beverages | ||||||||||
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| ITIS ID | Not Available | ||||||||||
| Wikipedia ID | Whisky | ||||||||||
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