How barrel aging affects whiskey
3:11 mins
Lesson Details
The beauty and complexity of a fine whiskey lie in the maturation process. The oak barrels in which whiskey ages for years and years have a massive impact on the final flavor of the spirit. And much like wine, picking the right barrel in which to let the clear spirit mature into whiskey is a crucial consideration.
In this lesson, bartender Dustin Haarstad explains whiskey’s aging process and why oak makes all the difference.
Learn hospitality skills for today’s world, including:
- The different types of barrels used for aging whiskey
- The impact that different barrels have on flavor
- Why oak is used for whiskey maturation
Servers and bartenders, up your whiskey knowledge with help from a star instructor!
Instructor
Dustin Haarstad
Bartender and beverage director
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