The Chemistry of Whiskey (Video) (IMAGE)

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The Chemistry of Whiskey (Video)

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Derby Day means it's time to recognize the chemical process of distillation, which makes bourbon possible. Water and ethanol have different boiling points, so they can be separated by carefully heating the whiskey's mash. Each distillery carefully protects their still design, and the strongest flavors require aging. But might some innovative makers find a way to hack the process? : https://youtu.be/cR7Bt9Ei_zI.

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