alocholic beveragees

Whisky  or  whiskey  is a type of  distilled alcoholic beverage  made from  fermented   grain mash . Various grains (which may be  malted ) are used for different varieties, including  barley ,  corn (maize) ,  rye , and  wheat . Whisky is typically aged in wooden  casks , generally made of charred  white oak .

Gin  is a  spirit  which derives its predominant flavour from  juniper berries  ( Juniperus communis ). From its earliest origins in the  Middle Ages , gin has evolved from use in  herbal medicine  to an object of commerce in the spirits industry. Gin was developed on the basis of the older  jenever , and became popular in Great Britain (particularly in London) when  William of Orange , leader of the  Dutch Republic , occupied the English,  Scottish, and Irish thrones with his wife Mary.  

Vodka  (from  Russian :  водка   [ˈvotkə] ,  Polish :  wódka   [ˈvutka] ) is a  distilled beverage  composed primarily of water and  ethanol , sometimes with traces of impurities and flavorings. Traditionally, vodka is made by the distillation of  cereal grains  or  potatoes  that have been  fermented , though some modern brands use other substances, such as fruits or sugar.

Rums are produced in various grades. Light rums are commonly used in  cocktails , whereas "golden" and "dark" rums were typically consumed  straight or neat ,  on the rocks , or used for cooking, but are now commonly consumed with mixers. Premium rums are also available, made to be consumed either straight or iced.

Beer is sold in bottles and cans; it may also be available on  draught , particularly in pubs and bars. The brewing industry is a global business, consisting of several dominant  multinational companies  and many thousands of smaller pr oducers ranging from  brewpubs  to  regional breweries .