Whisky can taste very different from one bottle to another. One whisky may feel smooth, light and fruity, while another can be sweet, smoky, spicy, rich or full-bodied. The difference comes from many factors: country of origin, grain, production method, cask maturation, age, blending and the producer’s style. That is why choosing whisky only by brand, price or country can be confusing. A famous label does not always tell you whether the whisky will be sweet, smoky, soft, bold or elegant.