Some whiskeys announce themselves with fanfare; others prefer a quieter entrance. Heat of the Moment: Charred Vs. Toasted Barrels belongs firmly to the latter school.
The degree to which the inside of a cask is charred or toasted has a big impact on the flavor of your whisky. Here's what to know.
Heat of the Moment: Charred Vs. Toasted Barrels is the kind of bottle that rewards the curious — those willing to sit with a glass and let the story unfold at its own pace.
Walter writes long-form features that explore the stories behind whiskey — the people, places, and landscapes that give each bottle its character. A former travel journalist, he has visited over two h...
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