Abstract
In this study, 13 Scotch grain whiskies and 34 Scotch malt whiskies were characterized by both chemical and physical analyses. In addition, 34 blended Scotch whiskies secured in the United States were examined. Official AOAC methods were used to determine the components commonly used in characterizing distilled spirits. In addition, potassium, sodium, copper, zinc, iron, calcium, magnesium, and lead were determined by atomic absorption spectroscopy. Characteristics of the present samples are compared to American whiskies.