Tag Archives: distillation

The Incredible Story Of Jack Daniels Whiskey

Posted on 2012/06/12 by Bill Tower

Jasper “Jack” Newton Daniel was just one of thirteen kids. No one knows exactly when Mr. Daniel was born, resulting from his birth records being lost in a house fire, nevertheless during the year 1875, the Jack Daniels Whiskey distillery was founded. There are claims that Jasper was just twenty years old when he became an authorized distiller. Having said that, even today, nobody knows for sure if this is true. Continue reading →

Posted in Negative Calorie Foods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Understanding The Difference Among Bourbon Whisky And Other Spirits

Posted on 2012/06/09 by Arthur Madrick

All whiskey is just not bourbon whisky as some individuals may think. Processed whiskys are one of a kind spirits that have their beginnings in the American moonshine industry that took place in the states of Tennessee and Kentucky during the 1800s and early 1900s. These geographical locations were once territories of the Old Dominion, in which the making of do-it-yourself brews was commonplace. Continue reading →

Posted in Negative Calorie Foods | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

So You Want To Know How Scotch Is Made

Posted on 2012/05/10 by Bill Sutton

Scotch whisky requires a considerable amount of time to produce. It can be a tedious process that takes many years. On the other hand, when it’s crafted the right way, the end product is one that is worth the long wait. Continue reading →

Posted in Negative Calorie Foods | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Prohibition In The United States

Posted on 2012/05/09 by Jan Everone

The Volstead act or Prohibition act took effect in 1920. In a few states across America laws were already set up in an attempt to stop the consumption of alcohol. These laws were in effect before the 18th amendment (Volstead act, Prohibition act) was passed before congress. Continue reading →

Posted in Negative Calorie Foods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

How Do You Spell Whiskey?

Posted on 2012/04/04 by Peter Allon

Question. Is it spelled Whiskey or Whisky? The 1st thing that should be understood is that there exist two legitimate spellings. The Scotts and Canadians spell whisky with no “e”, while the Irish and Americans spell it with the “e” as in whiskey. This ought to be the first indicator that the world of whiskey is certainly a complex one. Each region has numerous variations in raw materials used, techniques in production which dictates the ultimate taste and attributes. This alone makes whiskey an interesting and enjoyable spirit. Continue reading →

Posted in Negative Calorie Foods | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment