Elmer T Lee Single Barrel

There are various categories of American whiskey but in general they are distinguished by region -Tennessee Whiskey - or type - Bourbon Whiskey.

The type of American whiskey is determined by the mash it uses. The mash is the mix of grains used.

Some types of American Whiskey:

Rye whiskey - made from a mash that consists of at least 51% rye;

Bourbon whiskey - made for mash that consists of at least 51% corn;

Corn whiskey - made from a mash that consists of at least 80% corn.

It is believed that up to 95% of all bourbon is made in Kentucky. Technically, bourbon can be made in any part of the US.