With more people seeking to enjoy the flavor of gin without the negative impact on their health, non-alcoholic spirits are becoming popular. If you relish the distinct flavor derived from gin and want to replicate store-bought brands in the comfort of your home, you’ve come to the right place. To make non-alcoholic gin, you’ll need{…}
Are you looking to explore the world of non-alcoholic gin? Look no further than our list of the 7 best alcohol-free gins! We’ve scoured the market to bring you the finest options to satisfy your taste buds. The best alcohol-free gins are: These spirits are made from the same tasty botanicals as the original spirit{…}
Home brewers are always bombarded with the next, best brewing unit. Just when you think you’ve found your go-to brewing system, you’re presented with one that promises you all the features and functions to ease your load during brew day, without compromising quality. One of those systems is the Grainfather. Grainfather is an all-in-one brewing{…}
As a beginner home distiller, you might have come across the term low wines. It’s one of those terms advanced home distillers often throw around and skimp over, making it difficult for newbies to grasp some basics of the craft. Low wines are the result of the first distillation. They are produced from a fermented{…}
If you’re anything like me, the further you get into the distilling hobby, the more you whish you had a degree in chemical engineering.. When people start talking ‘Azeotropes’, ‘temperature gradients’, and ‘equilibirum points’.. its clear that temperature plays a crucial role in the distilling process – but what does this all mean!? In this{…}
Corn is the basis for the production of whiskey and moonshine. It has a starch content necessary for fermentation, and when combined with a decent enzyme, it can create the desired ABV. But not all corn is created equal. Some varieties, like corn flour, have a low starch content and are only suited to making{…}
Double pitching and co-pitching are two different techniques to alter the fermentation process of your beer, wine, or spirit wash. Double pitching involves adding more of the same yeast, while co-pitching is where two different yeast are mixed together to get a particular flavor, aroma, or fermentation characteristic. Both are somewhat controversial topics in the{…}
Genever, commonly referred to as Dutch Gin, has been enjoyed for centuries in Holland. It’s a malt-based spirit blended with unique herbs and spices like juniper berries, coriander, cloves, and licorice – making it botanical-rich. The traditional version is typically unaged, but modern variations – young genever, tend to be aged in oak casks. Not{…}
Infused and cold compound gin can get monotonous over time. Yes, they introduce fantastic flavor to your spirit. But there comes a time when you yearn for smooth and light alcohol. Luckily, you can achieve that with a gin basket. A gin basket extracts botanical flavors through a vapor infusion method. It’s placed in the{…}
There are a plethora of devices and techniques you can use to create a superbly flavored drink. These include a gin basket, maceration, and infusion. But one technique that isn’t always talked about is the use of a soxhlet extractor. The device has been used by chemists since its discovery in 1879. It’s renowned because{…}
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