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Vinegar aged in wooden barrels?
balsamic vinegar is aged in wooden barrels.
Where does Whiskey and rum get there brown color?
When the spirit is distilled it is completely colourless. The colour of the whisky when you see it in the bottle (and the glass) is a result of the maturation process. To be classified as a whisky, the spirit must have spent at least 3 years in Oak barrels, and fulfil varying other requirements depending on sub-category (Scotch, Bourbon, Tennessee, Rye, etc.). The colour comes from these Oak Barrels, and the intensity of the colour in the whisky is dependent on the prior usages of the barrels. Due to the intensity of fresh oak, Scotch whisky distillers use oak barrels which have previously been used to mature other drinks, predominantely either Bourbon or Sherry, as these drinks can take out much of the harsh richness of the oak which would otherwise overpower the delicate flavours of the whisky. Whisky matured in "First Fill" sherry barrels extract the deepest, richest, darkest colour from the oak accompanied by lots of sweet, fruity tannins. When this first fill has been removed from the barrel after 10years or so and bottled for sale, the barrel may be reused for maturing more whiskies. This is then called "Refill" or "Second (/Third) Fill" and the whiskies that are matured in these barrels will extract less rich colours and flavours through their respective usages. Whisky matured in first fill Bourbon barrels however, naturally draw less colour from the oak, generally resulting in a yellowish, straw-like colour; while the flavours extracted are likely to be more vanillin, citrusy, and floral spices. The reason for the difference in colour extraction between Sherry and Bourbon barrels is in the way that the sherry and bourbon themselves were matured. Sherry matures in an open cask to encourage oxidation, whereas whiskies mature in closed casks to avoid unwanted air contact. It is exactly this oxidation which turns sherry into it's dark colour, and which permeates into, and settles in the oak - which is in turn extracted by the maturing "whisky" spirit.
What's the difference between bourbon and whiskey?
Bourbon is at least 51% corn based, with aging in the oak barrels of at least 24 months.
Which expensive vinegar is aged in wooden barrels?
Balsamic
Is some red wine aged in stainless steel barrels?
Yes, all the time.
Can bourbon be made outside of Kentucky?
Yes; but not outside the United States. Federal standards, issued by Congress in 1964, stipulate that bourbon must be a grain mixture made of at least 51 percent corn, produced in the United States, and distilled to no more than 160 proof, with nothing other than water added to the mixture (aside from yeast). It must also be aged in new, charred-oak barrels, among other requirements.
What is the difference between whiskey and bourbon?
Bourbon is at least 51% corn based, with aging in the oak barrels of at least 24 months.
Is Glenfiddich a whiskey or bourbon?
Glenfiddich is a single malt Scotch whisky (spelled without the "e") not a Bourbon. Bourbon whiskey is made from at least 51% corn with other grains, aged in only brand new American oak barrels which have been charred on the inside. No minimum aging period (contrary to popular belief, unless the bottle states "straight whiskey" on the label in which case a minimum of 2 years) Single Malt whisky, such as Glenfiddich is made from 100% malted barley and aged in any oak barrel for a minimum of 3 years (in the case of Glenfiddich a minimum of 12 years as stated on the label.
What does Sherry mean?
Sherry is the English version of Jerez in Spain where Sherry originates. It is a wine that is aged with either flor yeast or oxidation used to promote the formation of aldehydes before brandy spirit is added to prevent spoilage.
Are cabernet sauvignon wines ever aged in oak barrels?
Yes, all the time.
Where does bourbon originally come from?
Bourbon is a type of American whiskey predominantly made in Kentucky. It is made of a blend of different grains, with the bulk of the grain alcohol coming from corn, and grains such as malted barley, rye, or wheat making up the rest. Federal standards, issued by Congress in 1964, stipulate that bourbon must be a grain mixture made of at least 51 percent corn, produced in the United States, and distilled to no more than 160 proof, with nothing other than water added to the mixture (aside from yeast). It must also be aged in new, charred-oak barrels, among other requirements.
What is bourbon whiskey?
Straight Bourbon whiskey is a type of whiskey (of course). Whiskey is a type of alcoholic drink made from cereal grains, distilled to strong spirit strength, and usually aged in barrels. Bourbon is a very specific type of whiskey. It must be made in the US. The grain used must be at least 51% corn (maize). It must be aged in never-before-used white oak barrels that have been charred on the inside. It can't be distilled to over 80% alcohol by volume, and has to be barreled at less than 62.5% ABV. Additionally, for the word "straight" to be on the label, it must be aged at least two years. The flavored come from a combination of the grain used (corn gives bourbon a bit of sweetness), the lower distilling proof (higher proofs remove more of the grain flavors) and the new charred wood (allows for quicker aging and stronger flavors). In practice most bourbons have even more corn than that, usually about 75%, with rye and malted barley making up the rest. Some have a lot more rye (but still less than the corn), as it gives a sharper, spicier flavor. Some use wheat instead of rye, which has the opposite effect as rye. And just because its a popular misconception, there is absolutely NO requirement that bourbon be made in Kentucky!
