National American Single Malt Whiskey Day – January 19th
In honor of the U.S. TTB rarifying American Single Malt Whiskey as an official category of whiskey, January 19 shall officially be known as National American Single Malt Whiskey Day.
Legislation of American Single Malt Whiskey
For the first time in over 52 years, the U.S. Government is adding a new type of whiskey to its regulations: American Single Malt Whiskey. Effective January 19th, 2025, The U.S. TTB defines American Single Malt Whiskey as a new category of whiskey Standard of Identity to Part 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations. That definition stipulates that American Single Malt adhere to the following production standards:
1. Made from 100% malted barley
2. Distilled entirely at one distillery
3. Mashed, distilled and matured in the USA
4. Matured in Oak Casks of a capacity not exceeding 700 Liters
5. Distilled to no more than 160 Proof
6. Bottled at 80 proof or more
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