Reade Huddleston
What Makes Scotch, Scotch?Understanding the definitions of some of the world’s most popular whiskeys can help both distillers and consumers understand their impact on the broader whiskey world—and then make more educated decisions.
Getting to Know Canadian WhiskeyIt’s made in Canada, yes, but there are several historical and legal quirks that help make Canadian “whisky” a product distinct from other whiskeys of the world.
The Elegant Contours of Irish WhiskeyThere is more to Irish whiskey than the fact it’s made in Ireland. Here’s an explainer on the (mostly) simple rules that make it stand out from other whiskeys of the world.
Why Methanol Is Such a Potent Adversary for DistillersKnowing where methanol comes from and how it’s created can help distillers make a better product.
Tapping into the Flavor MatrixUnderstanding a spirit’s flavor matrix can help distillers fine-tune their product by adding, subtracting, or enhancing what’s already there.
Quality Issues, Post-Packaging: What Can Go Wrong in the BottleJust because the spirit made it into the bottle doesn’t mean it’s across the finish line. Proper care and handling upstream are important to ensuring it retains the proper color and flavor all the way into the consumer’s glass.
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Chill Filtration: Let’s Clear Things UpThough the technique has gained a bad rap, chill filtration has a lot to offer distillers.
The Eyes Have It: Using Filtration to Refine a Spirit’s Look and CharacterA range of filtration tools and techniques allows the distiller opportunities to clean up the flavor profile and clarity of their products.
To Boil or Not to Boil? That Is the Question for American Single-Malt WhiskeyMuch like the debate over on-grain or off-grain fermentation, the distiller’s choice on whether to boil their American single-malt wort has a range of consequences for flavor and efficiency.
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On-Grain Versus Off-Grain: The Single-Malt DilemmaThere’s an important fork in the road to creating an American single-malt whiskey: Will you produce it on-grain or off-grain? That single decision has a major impact on the whiskey’s character, the equipment you’ll need, and the shape of your waste streams.
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Cracking into On-Grain Versus Off-Grain ProductionThe differences between on-grain and off-grain production involve much more than impact on flavor, and it pays for you to know the pros and cons of each method.
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How to Keep Your Stainless SpotlessA critical part of properly caring for stainless steel in the distillery is properly cleaning it, ensuring a long lifespan for the equipment as well as the safety of your team.