Unlocking Secrets in Scotch Whisky Production

The production of Scotch whisky is seemingly straightforward, with just 3 ingredients and a relatively small number of process steps. However, each ingredient, and each stage of production has a significant impact on the sensory attributes of the final product. A wide range of projects have been, and continue to be, carried out within the International Centre for Brewing & Distilling and the Institute of Chemical Sciences here at Heriot-Watt, from raw materials to packaged product, a selection of which will be discussed.