Hello, I'm a chemical engineer with expertise in food science and technology, particularly focusing on alcoholic beverages. I've spent years studying the chemical composition and properties of various spirits, including whiskey.

Let's dive into the freezing point of whiskey.

It's a common misconception that whiskey freezes solid like water. In reality, **whiskey's freezing point is lower than water's due to the presence of dissolved solutes, primarily ethanol (alcohol) and other components**.

**Ethanol's freezing point is -114°C (-173°F), significantly lower than water's 0°C (32°F)**. As ethanol is the primary component of whiskey, the overall freezing point is lowered. However, **it's not as simple as just the ethanol concentration**.

**Other factors influencing whiskey's freezing point include:**

* Water content: Whiskey, being a diluted alcohol solution, contains a significant amount of water. While ethanol lowers the freezing point, water's presence still plays a role.
* Other dissolved solutes: Besides ethanol, whiskey contains various dissolved compounds, including sugars, acids, and esters, each contributing to the freezing point depression.
* Proof: Higher-proof whiskeys, with a higher percentage of alcohol, will generally have a lower freezing point.
* Type of whiskey: Different whiskey types, like bourbon, rye, or Scotch, may have varying compositions and therefore different freezing points.

**Therefore, the precise freezing point of whiskey is difficult to determine without knowing its specific composition.** However, it's safe to assume that it will freeze at a temperature well below 0°C (32°F).

What happens when whiskey freezes?

Instead of becoming completely solid, whiskey will likely form a slushy mixture of ice crystals and unfrozen liquid. This is because the ethanol and other dissolved solutes remain liquid at those low temperatures.

Can whiskey be frozen?

Yes, it can be frozen. While it's not recommended for long-term storage, as freezing can affect flavor and quality, freezing whiskey for a short period is generally safe.

Here's what you need to remember:

* **Freezing whiskey won't change its alcohol content.**
* **Freezing won't make whiskey stronger.**
* **Prolonged freezing can potentially alter the flavor and quality.**

**In conclusion, the freezing point of whiskey is lower than water's due to the presence of ethanol and other dissolved solutes. While it's possible to freeze whiskey, it's not recommended for prolonged storage due to potential flavor alterations.**

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Contrarily, higher proof means a lower (colder) freezing point. So, 84 proof liquid would freeze at -34--C but 24 proof at -6 --. Whisky like Jack Daniels is about 80 Proof (vol 40%), so it would have a freezing point of about -26 --C.read more >>