Jacopo Mazzeo
From Moonshine to Pro Distilling, No Small LeapWhile an old American tradition can help home distillers understand the processes involved in distilling, there’s no approximating the bureaucracy and red tape of going pro. A recent court ruling may lead to a clearer pathway.
Beyond the Buzz: How Functional Ingredients Can Broaden a Distiller’s ReachThe growing segment of “good for you” consumables can help a distillery tap into a different customer base—but there are key legal considerations to know.
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How Koji Can Conjure Unique Flavors in SpiritsTo create novel flavor profiles, Western distillers are increasingly embracing a mold that is traditional in many Asian food and drink fermentations —and they’ve only begun to tap into its potential.
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For Whiskey Makers, the Wide World of Liqueurs Offers a Wide World of Potential FinishesThe enormous variety in liqueurs from various countries and traditions offers distillers an opportunity to create one-of-a-kind cask-finished whiskeys.
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Using Specialty Malts to Build Character in SpiritsDistillers can tap into the same kinds of flavorful malts that brewers commonly use to build additional flavor and complexity into their whiskeys.