Don't judge a whiskey by its color. Appearances can be deceiving, especially in a world where not just barrel type, but caramel coloring, can be a factor.

Jun 23, 2023 · A whiskey will tend to look more orange from sherry and red/pink from port. I think having this knowledge is more important than being able to ...

Because whiskey's natural colour after distillation is clear, the pigments in the wood seep into the spirit, causing the amber colouring that makes whiskey's ...

Russet: A reddish-brown colour with hints of orange, like the colour of a ripe russet apple. Walnut: A deep, dark brown colour ...

Mar 2, 2024 · Both Olososo and Pedro Ximenez sherries start out with “white” (/yellow-green)-skinned grapes, Palomino and PX, respectively, but PX is sun- ...

Feb 1, 2024 · Most whisky casks are made from either American white oak or European oak. European oak comes from northern Spain, Portugal or France. All wood ...

Port casks produce a deep ruby red colour to begin with, although as oxidation occurs, that deep red will turn to a more brick-red and then steadily browner.

Record scratch, right? Whiskey is supposed to be brown—full stop. That amber color is as central to the spirit's identity as casks, mash bills, and the Old ...

Feb 12, 2019 · In whisky, we are easily fooled by our eyes. A deep mahogany colour says 'Sherry' so loudly that we'll probably taste it even if it's not ...