This spring, members of the BSG team had the opportunity to travel to Bamberg for an in-depth visit to Weyermann® Specialty malts.…
cereal grain
Distiller Profile: Big Escambia Spirits
Atmore, Alabama
Nestled along the banks of Escambia Creek in Atmore, Alabama stand two non-descript buildings. No signage provides any clue as to what may churn inside, but knock on the door and you’ll enter the world of the new …
Style Profile: Irish Whiskey
The history of whiskey is intimately connected to Ireland, with distilling thought to have begun in that country as early as the 11th century and has remained a major center of production since. The word itself comes from the …
Rahr Malting Co. Products Moving to 55 lb Sacks
(updated January 12, 2017)
Beginning in 2017, Rahr Malting Co. products will be packaged in 55 lb (25 kg) sacks.
When:
The following BSG warehouses will begin shipping Rahr products in 55 lb sacks on February 27, 2017:
- Providence, RI
Rye for American Whiskies
Rye whiskey has deep roots in the United States, with a history that dates back to the colonial days. A combination of changing tastes and Prohibition almost killed it off, but it’s enjoying a bit of a renaissance as …
Mashing: cereal vs. malt
The first step in producing spirit from cereal grains is mashing. Style, equipment and tradition may influence the choice of process, but the raw materials themselves will be the biggest factor. The distiller must make the right decision based on …