No one could have expected gin’s rapid rise over the previous five years: craft distilleries are thriving, sophisticated gin drinkers prefer pink grapefruit and black pepper to lemon, and you can even get your favorite gin delivered to your door. If you’re anything like me, when i get into a hobby I go all –{…}
Tequila and Mezcal have a rich and textured history. It is culturally significant. For many, it is a way of life and, for even more, their livelihood that has been in their family for generations. Whether you want to learn more about the history, how to make it at home, are in search of some awesome{…}
In this article, we’re going to look at how much methanol there is in Whiskey and other standard alcoholic drinks. All fermentation will result in a small amount of methanol being produced, which can be carried through to the final product, and concentrated through distillation. Fermentations of ingredients with a high level of pectin, such{…}
Whiskey stones have mysteriously risen to the top of the list of drinking trends over the past decade. And, apart from making a great stocking filler for your alcohol loving friend, are these these humble rocks actually worth the investment? Whiskey stones are made from food grade materials such as stainless, granite and soapstone, so{…}
Tequila is more than simply a shot. Tequila is the culmination of hard work, expertise, tradition, and science to create a masterpiece of a drink. The tequila-making process is thousands of years old, and an exquisite technique that has stayed relatively consistent over the years. Tequila as we know it now was first produced in{…}
Alcohol is well known for not being particularly good for you.. and most people understand that alcohol causes liver damage. But what is the science behind this? How does alcohol affect the liver? Is the damage permanent? In this article, we’re going to take a look at different types of alcohol such as wine, beer cider,{…}
There are two rules for making real tequila. It must be made using Weber blue agave and it must be produced in Mexico. Mezcal, on the other hand, may be produced using any of the 30 variations of agave. Having said that, there is a lot of information to divulge on this topic, so let’s get{…}
Can tequila be made outside of Mexico? Yes, but it is illegal to call it Tequila, and it will probably not taste the same. Tequila may only be named tequila if it is manufactured from 100% Blue Weber agave and produced in the Mexican states of Jalisco and Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas. Anything manufactured with{…}
Whiskey is defined as a distilled drink made from the fermentation of malt. But do you know the difference is between a Blended Scotch Whisky and a Single Malt Scotch? Curious what makes a Tennessee whiskey, different from a bourbon, or a rye? It all comes down to the grains. In this article, we’re going to talk{…}
Whether you enjoy drinking gin, you work as a bartender, or you want to make your own gin, you should know and understand the difference between normal gin and dry gin. London Dry and Normal Gin First of all, normal gin is actually referred to as distilled gin and while there are different kinds of{…}
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