This article reviews the origin of the main wood-derived phenolic compounds, their impact during ageing, and the analytical methods available to measure them. Its objective is to help you select the most appropriate tools for your quality control and production monitoring needs.
Portable digital density meters calculate alcohol content at 20 °C from density and temperature.
Compact and robust, they are ideal for quick measurements in the field — in cellars, tank rooms, or at the base of transport containers.
This guide will help you achieve reliable results, avoid common errors, and get the most out of your equipment.
Wood maturation is a highly complex process, and many of its mechanisms remain only partially understood. Today, spirits professionals are increasingly concerned about how climate change may impact evaporation rates and the overall quality of barrel-aged eaux-de-vie. Can we anticipate and mitigate these effects?
This article outlines key insights into the ageing process, the challenges posed by global warming, and possible strategies to adapt—reducing evaporation while preserving the quality of the spirit.