The newly distilled spirit is filled into oak casks and transferred
to warehouses to mature, thus softening and enhancing the flavour.
During this process, as much as 2% of the spirit in the casks
evaporates each year: this is known as the angels' share.

To be called Scotch Whisky, spirit must age in oak casks
in Scotland for a minimum of three years, however, Scotch
Whisky is often matured for longer.

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