#barrel-aging

#barrel-aging

Aging in wooden barrels transforms clear liquors into rich, colored spirits by adding flavor and depth through interactions with the barrel.

Spirit caramel is sometimes added to maintain color consistency, though certain liquors like straight bourbon must remain additive-free.

Understanding common flavor notes enhances whiskey tasting confidence.

Identifying flavors in whiskey relies on knowledge of ingredients and aging processes.

Aged rum, also known as dark rum, offers various flavor profiles like brown sugar, caramel, tropical fruit, and spice.

Aged rum is made from sugarcane juice or molasses, fermented, distilled, and aged in oak barrels, providing aroma, flavor, and color.