One aspect of maturation, however, is rarely highlighted. Low-entry barrel proof dramatically impacts a whiskey’s texture and flavor. Below is an overview of the practice and how it shapes a whiskey.

ZEELAND — Ed and Tara Schrotenboer wanted a little extra money for tools to fill their family’s new barn. Now, they're owners of a growing business. It started with Adirondack chairs. Then, on a whim, ...

Glass of whisky cognac or bourbon in ornamental glass next to a vinatge wooden barrel on a rustic wood and dark background. Whiskey is more than just a blend of grains and water. It is a spirit that ...

Dylan Ettinger is a Los Angeles-based writer specializing in spirits, cocktails, and coffee with hands-on experience visiting distilleries and bars across the US, Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean. A ...

While I’ve been focusing on “new” releases a lot over the last months, this is about a side-by-side rye whiskey style comparison. Cask strength whiskey is meant to show off the beauty of the spirit’s ...

Barrel-aged beers have become a big deal over the past year or two as more and more breweries experiment with the idea of soaking their creations in wooden barrels that once held whiskey, bourbon, rum ...