To get its characteristic rich amber or brown color, bourbon must mature in barrels made of charred oak. To learn more about maturing bourbon in oak […]
Every whisky-tasting or appreciation evening features terms like vanillin, lignin, oak lactone, and conditioning being thrown around by overzealous brand ambassadors. However, behind these terms lies […]
Do liquors mature faster if we use small oak barrels for aging? It is a common question asked by many spirit enthusiasts. The answer is a is a resounding “Yes!” In general, small oak barrels can be used to age is a resounding “Yes!” In general, small oak […]