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Barley and the Scotch whisky production process
Make sense of how barley – a cereal packed with starch – is used by distillers in the Scotch whisky production process in this barley explainer video from one of our whisky lecturers, Vic Cameron.
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The importance of copper contact in whisky distillation
All pot stills used in the Scotch whisky industry are made from copper. This easy to shape common metal is an effecti...
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Scotch whisky milling equipment: the 4 roll mill
The 4 roll mill is by far the most commonly used mill in the Scotch whisky industry. Named after their creators, the ...
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How the lyne arm on a still can affect Scotch whisky flavour
The lyne arm (or lye pipe) – the part of the still that joins the column and neck to the condenser system – has a big impact on reflux. Specifically, it is the angle at which the lyne arm points towards the condenser that is of particular importance.
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Aug 16, 2023
The Structure of a Yeast Cell
Discover the yeast cell structure, its role in the scotch whisky-making process, and how it shapes the unique flavours and aromas of your favourite whisky.
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Scotch whisky milling equipment: the hammer mill
The hammer mill is usually paired with a mash filter. The husk is not required in a mash filter, and as much flour a...
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Whisky maturation: Cask influence over time
Unwanted characteristics– such as harshness and immaturity – are reduced over time.
Delicate distillery characte...
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Aug 16, 2023
What is reflux and how does it influence Scotch whisky character?
Reflux is a physical process that occurs inside the still during the distillation process. As a liquid boils various ...
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Dr Gordon Steele on the Diploma in the Art of Tasting Whisky
There are very few formally taught lessons about how to use your sense of smell, how to use that in an analytical way...
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Explainer: The Scotch whisky categories
The different Scotch whisky categories can seem endless. Ever been bamboozled by malts, blends, blended malts and gra...
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Explainer: The Scotch whisky categories
The different Scotch whisky categories can seem endless. Ever been bamboozled by malts, blends, blended malts and gra...
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Aug 16, 2023
Explainer: Single cask Scotch whisky
Limited by their nature, single cask Scotch whisky releases are often highly sought after and can therefore command a...
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