The Resurgence of American Whiskey

Whiskey is one of America’s oldest beverages, brought to the United States by early Irish settlers and distilled even by George Washington himself. During Prohibition, Americans could still get legal access to whiskey with a medical prescription. So, why did this important beverage fall out of fashion in the 1980s and 90s, and why is it coming back into the spotlight now?  Our infographic features both a timeline of whiskey’s history in the United States, and some current stats facing the industry today. You’ll learn which brands Americans are buying, and even hear from industry experts on where they see whiskey going in the future. We’ve also included helpful information about the difference between straight and blended whiskey in the infographic for those who may be new to the beverage. This infographic provides a visual representation on how popular whiskey really is, and even includes fun facts throughout!

Infographic Source: http://www.webstaurantstore.com/blog/2210/resurgence-of-american-whiskey.html