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Chief Rabbi Warns of Kashrut Risks in Popular Whiskeys
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jun 25, 2026
What happened
Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Ber published a halachic warning on imported whiskey and other spirits. He said bourbon is relatively safer, while Scotch, Irish, and especially Canadian whiskey can pose kosher problems. He urged consumers to rely only on certified kosher products.
- 01Rabbi Kalman Ber issued a detailed warning about imported whiskey and kosher concerns.
- 02Bourbon is less problematic because U.S. law requires new oak barrels.
- 03Scottish, Irish, and Canadian whiskey can involve wine-related halachic issues.
- 04The rabbi said leniencies exist, but should not be relied on initially.
- 05He also warned about flavor additives and chametz after Passover.
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