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💭 Ever wondered if whisky can go bad in its cask? Let’s spill the secrets! 🥃✨ While whisky isn’t the only spirit aged in wooden casks-wine and beer join the party too -those brews are susceptible to pesky bacteria that can add unexpected flavours. In fact, some winemakers and brewers embrace these spontaneous infections as part of their craft. 🍷🍺 But here’s where whisky takes a different turn! With an impressive alcohol content of 63.5% or higher, there’s no room for bacteria to crash this party! Plus, many people don’t realise that whisky has much less sugar than they think because those hefty sugar molecules don’t make it through the distillation process. Without ample sugar to feed on, those unwanted guests just can't thrive. Curious about more fascinating facts behind the whisky aging magic? Reach out to our whisky experts today and elevate your knowledge! 👉Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e9Be_Zmj #WhiskyFacts #WhiskyKnowledge #WhiskyCulture #WhiskyAging

15 Stars debuts new expression, updates Timeless Reserve whiskey. The new expression is a blend of premium wheat, rye, and bourbon whiskeys

Whiskey Wizards and Alligator Char: A Match Made in Barrel Heaven? Ever wondered what makes your whiskey taste so magical? Well, I might just have a nugget of wisdom to share. I've been reading about the craft behind the barrels at distilleries like Castle & Key and Bardstown Bourbon Company that use a #4 alligator char. Now, that might sound like something straight out of a swampy fairy tale, but it's actually the secret sauce—or should I say char? It's a super-charred barrel that gives whiskey its kick and deep flavor. Did you know that "alligator" refers to the roughness of the char on the wood, likening it to alligator skin? Pretty cool, huh? But here's the scoop from my corner: Not all whiskey needs to wrestle with an alligator to be superb. At Supergay Spirits, we believe in the flair each spirit brings to the table without needing the heaviest char. This aligns with our value of highlighting every spirit's unique character—just like we celebrate every individual's uniqueness. So, while those gator-level chars create bold flavors, remember, there's room for every style in the grand distillery of life. And always keep it super, never shy. 🌈✨ If you've got a thirst for more whiskey wisdom, take a peek at the article: [Article link]https://buff.ly/3z6JVTf Spirits Co. Unveils Second Blue Run Micro-Batch Bourbon Release - PRWeb

On greg report, whiskey: What is the Lincoln County Process? International Bourbon Day National Bourbon Day is an annual celebration held on June 14th each year. It is an occasion to honor and appreciate the importance of bourbon whiskey – a beverage that has become one of America’s most beloved. 7 Whiskey Chocolate Bars, Ranked Worst To Best🐵 Pairing whiskey with chocolate is one of our new favorite combinations. Sure, it may sound a bit strange at first, but once you notice that whiskey and chocolate pairings have complementary flavor profiles. A Mixologist's Top Whiskey Brands To Use In An Old Fashioned🧪 Easy to make and even easier to drink, an old fashioned is one of the most influential cocktails of all time. Much much more https://lnkd.in/eiwQBxuN

Do you have an interest in growing barley, wheat and rye for distilling? Or are you interested in whisky – both Scotch & Canadian, or gin and vodka production? If you are, join our next webinar on the 19th of May! Find out more and register: https://lnkd.in/db-GgShQ #distilling #distillers #webinar #barely #wheat #rye #whiskey #whisky #gin #vodka #webinar

• P A T I E N C E • Everybody at Ellers Farm Distillery | Certified B Corp® is eagerly awaiting the day we can open these casks and officially release our single malt whisky 🥃 Our new make spirit, created using a specially created wash from Theakston Brewery, is one of the best new make’s I’ve ever tasted, with notes of caramel, chocolate 🍫 and banana 🍌. Testament to the state of the art distilling equipment, our distillery team and the fantastic wash that is similar to a porter style beer 🍺 Good things come to those who wait, and here’s why we need to wait 3 years and 1 day for our whisky to mature; •🪵 Flavour Development: Over time, the whisky absorbs the flavour from the first fill bourbon barrels from the USA 🇺🇸 creating the rich complex flavours that we all love. • 🫗Smoothness: Maturation allows the harsh edges to mellow out, resulting in a smoother, more enjoyable liquid 🥃 • ✍🏻 Legal requirement: By law, whisky must be aged for a minimum of three years and one day (any guesses why the one day!?) … only then, can it officially be called whisky 👮🏼♂️ We simply cannot wait. And with the best equipment, team, wash and casks, we like to think our whisky is certainly going to win a fair few awards 🥇🏆 #ellersfarmdistillery

Whisky Term of the Month: What does 'Finishing' mean? Scotch whisky is required to mature in oak casks for a minimum of three years, though many expressions age much longer. The term 'finishing' refers to an additional step in the maturation journey. After its initial aging, the whisky is transferred into casks that previously held other wines or spirits for a shorter, final maturation period. These casks, thoroughly drained before use, allow the whisky to interact with the wood, imparting unique flavours and characteristics that enhance the complexity of the spirit. #Whisky1901 #CaskInvestment #WhiskyInvestment #whisky #whiskylover #whiskygram #instawhisky #whiskylife #scotland #whiskytasting #dram #instadram

Do you have an interest in growing barley, wheat and rye for distilling? Or are you interested in whisky – both Scotch & Canadian, or gin and vodka production? If you are, join our next webinar on the 19th of May! Find out more and register: https://lnkd.in/db-GgShQ #distilling #distillers #webinar #barely #wheat #rye #whiskey #whisky #gin #vodka #webinar

Today I wanted to talk briefly about Mortlach. Sometimes referred to as 'The Beast of Dufftown' it is a Speyside whisky which very much marches to the beat of its own drum. Its has a cult following within the whisky community and has been showcased and celebrated by independent bottlings long before the establishment of its own distillery core range. Unlike many Speyside whiskies that are known for their fruity, floral and approachable styles, Mortlach is rich and robust, with a distinct savoury meatiness a defining characteristic. Mortlach owes its unique character to a couple of factors. The first is its continued use of worm tub condensers. This traditional method for condensing vapour back into spirit results in less copper contact than modern shell and tube condensers, leaving a more sulphurous spirit behind. The second factor is Mortlach's 2.81 distillation regime. I have had this explained to me several times and will probably need it explained several more to fully grasp it. If I understand correctly, the majority of the spirit is double distilled, whilst the remainder is triple distilled using the smallest of their 6 stills, affectionately dubbed 'Wee Witchie'. Mortlach's 2.81 distillation process was pioneered by Alexander Cowie around 200 years ago, and remains to this day. Internally it is referred to as "The Way". With that in mind, I am surprised the below collaboration has yet to be organised. A future Diageo special release perhaps? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Diageo and Disney, be kind! This is for entertainment purposes only, I do not own the images or copyrights. I do, however, expect a credit if you do go down this path! This is the way.

Five Springs Infused Bourbon is trying a different approach to flavored whiskey: naturally infusing bourbon with flavors like Honey Sage, Blood Orange, and Vanilla Maple with the aim of recruiting new drinkers into the category. https://lnkd.in/ggCQDDc4