In this post, I'll talk about diluting and additives used in cognac. There is a lot that happens in between taking cognac out of a barrel and being sealed up in a bottle. Read more →
Science booze news - stories on water, whisky, artificial intelligence, activated charcoal, synthetic quinine, and more! Read more →
Some fun finds and trends from the 2019 Fancy Food Show. Read more →
I'm coming to Detroit to give two talks! I hope you can join me. Read more →
Several years ago I visited the Deanston and Bunnahabhain scotch whisky distilleries. Click on those words to read about the visits. At the time I was there I was really obsessed with the effects of water in distilled spirits (not that I'm over it), so I followed up with some... Read more →
100 bartenders responded to my query: What do you drink when not drinking? Read more →
I'll be giving two talks at the first Chicago Cocktail Summit on May 22 and 23, 2016. The summit is divided into two days: the first one for consumers and home enthusiasts, and the second for industry folk and bartenders. Read more →
A few cool tools, glasses, barspoons, and branch water that have shown up at the Alcademics Global Headquarters of late. Read more →