There are no oak barrels stacked floor to ceiling. In fact, there’s hardly any wood at all. Instead, they use syringes, beakers and vials to find a more sustainable way to distill whiskey.

Mizunara oak is a type of wood native to Japan and the current obsession amongst whiskey lovers and distillers alike. Rum, tequila, and even gin makers have begun aging their spirits in these ...

Oak barrels allow slow oxygenation, which engenders complexity and depth. Malolactic fermentation in oak converts tart malic acid into softer lactic acid, creating a creamier, buttery texture.

To be defined as “single malt” Scotch whisky, it must be distilled in Scotland (obviously), come from only one distillery, be made from 100 percent malted barley, have a minimum alcohol ...

This 14-Foot Canoe Is Partly Made From Used American Whiskey Oak Barrels. Most used barrels are used to age scotch, but these have found a new aquatic role. Published on July 28, 2023.