Alcohol Percentage Of Whiskey

Most common for blends and entry-level single malts. These are often diluted with water to be more approachable and to reduce tax costs.

ABV × 2 = Proof Example: 45% ABV = 90 Proof. alcohol percentage of whiskey

Higher entry proof extracts less wood sugars and tannins, yielding a milder, less woody spirit. Lower entry proof extracts more flavor compounds but risks over-oaking. Most common for blends and entry-level single malts