Exceptions: Because Rules Were Made to Be Bent (Like That Perfect High Cut Shot) Of course, there are outliers. Some American bourbons, like Maker’s Mark and Old Forester, skip the E in tribute to their Scotch whisky influences. It’s the same way some players insist on persimmon woods —they’re not wrong, just… committed to history. Does the Spelling Change What’s in the Bottle? Absolutely not. Whether it’s whisky or whiskey, you’re still getting a beautifully crafted spirit made from fermented grains, distilled below 190 proof, and aged in oak. The spelling is just part of the rich history— and let’s be honest, no one’s ever turned down a great pour over a missing letter. Final Thought: A Toast to the Divide So, next time you’re sitting at the 19th hole, enjoying a well-earned pour, and someone asks, “Is it whiskey or whisky?”—you’ve got the answer. It all started with uisce beatha, the water of life, and one extra letter that created a divide still alive today. Much like golf, whiskey is about tradition, passion, and personal preference—whether you sip it neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water. And at GolfCask, we believe the only real debate worth having is which whiskey (or whisky) pairs best with your game.
Cheers, Sláinte, and Fore!
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