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 ...

For anyone who appreciates a good pour of bourbon or whiskey, there's something deeply appealing about the barrels that give ...

Armed with modern analytic tools, distillers are studying the wood in the barrels and experimenting with the aging process. Is nothing sacred? Master distiller Harlen Wheatley of Buffalo Trace ...

“There’s a discrepancy between coopers and distillers of how much flavor comes from the barrel and how much comes from the actual distilling process,” says Adirondack Barrel Cooperage co-owner Joe ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Excerpted from Tasting Whiskey by Lew Bryson. Illustration by ...

This is an updated version of a story first published on April 6, 2025. The original video can be viewed here. If someone asked you to name a product that was first made 2,000 years ago, still looks ...