The CASK is KING! It's All About the Barrel, Baby!

In the distillation process, no step is more impactful on the final flavor of the spirit than barreling.

In short, the “cask is king”!

In this clip, author and bourbon expert Reid Mitenbuler explains the importance of the cask in the production and storage of spirits.

From the choice of wood, to the amount of charring, to the temperature and humidity of the room, the barreling process is an art and a science in and of itself.

If you find this topic interesting, be sure to check out our entire conversation.

https://youtu.be/Ca7y7LPzqc4

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