Well, if you are spelling it 'Whiskey', you are talking Irish whiskey; if you are spelling it 'Whisky', you are talking Scottish whisky.
I think you should find out what type your neighbour likes, Whiskey/Whisky varieties are many and varied, and always worth checking with the recipient of such a gift.
https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/scotch-whisky
https://manofmany.com/lifestyle/drin...irish-whiskeys