When people buy whiskey, tequila, or other spirits from the liquor store, they probably don’t give much thought to how it’s produced. But if you want to create the best flavor, you should be thinking about this. Cask …
The Process and Benefits of Barrel Aging Beer
Barrel aging beer is one of the best ways to brew a beer that has a memorable and nuanced flavor that you will savor with each sip. But the first barrel aging of beer was an …
What Is Moscatel Wine? The Key Things to Know
Do you enjoy wine? Are you interested in trying different wines? You are in good company—roughly 75 percent of U.S. adults enjoy some good vino. Do you like sweeter wines? If so, have you considered …
The Ultimate Guide to Fortified Wine
When you think of fortified wine, you might picture a bottle of port gathering dust at the back of your liquor cabinet. Or a cloyingly sweet sherry or marsala good for cooking and not much …
Wild Fermentation Beer: A Beer-Lover’s Guide
Beer is big. In 2019, the average American drank nearly 26 gallons of beer and cider. The American beer industry is worth more than $110 billion dollars, with more than 6,400 separate businesses brewing their …
What Is the Difference Between Whiskey and Bourbon?
It goes without saying that not everyone is a whiskey or bourbon fan. Some people just don’t enjoy the taste of these velvety brown liquids — and each to their own. But whether you’re a …
The Best Barrel Cleaning and Storage Methods
Now that you have purchased the best barrel for your wine and spirits, you may be asking: what’s next? You might believe that having high-quality barrels is enough to enrich your beer, wine or spirit, but …
What Makes Jamaican Rum Unique?
When you think of rum, what comes to mind? Maybe you’ve asked a few bartenders to make you that classic rum and coke. Or perhaps you have some memories sipping piña coladas on a white …
Cognac vs. Armagnac: How They’re Made and Key Differences
Are you looking to experience a new drink? Are you seeking new flavors and tastes? If so, then if you have not already tried Cognac or Armagnac, you are set for a delicious, warming treat. …
Tequila 101: How its Made and The Different Types
While you’re probably familiar with that classic margarita, the cheap tequila you drank in college, and maybe tequila-induced hangovers, this drink is so much more. Tequila, like most spirits, is an art form. And you’d …