I don't know a thing about whiskey....but it's stylish (& a bit sexy) to be able to order it right!
- All bourbons, scotches and ryes are whiskey
- Not all whiskeys are bourbon, scotch or rye
- Bourbon is corn-based
- Scotch is made from barley and hops
- Rye is made from rye (duh!)
- In a pinch, ordering "bourbon from Kentucky" will work since it can be used in most whiskey drinks
Here's more from Marie Claire...