What is a base liquor?Base liquor is one of the six main types of spirits. They're called base liquors because they're often used as a base for cocktails -- or enjoyed straight away. For example, unlike bitters, bitters are just a flavoring agent. You can also learn how to make bitters using the bit

BackgroundThe name brandy comes from the Dutch word brandewijn, which means "shochu". The name is apt, because most brandy is made by heating wine (originally from an open flame). The heat dissipates and concentrates the alcohol naturally present in the wine. Because alcohol has a lower boiling poin

Distillation is considered to be one of the most cost-effective and reliable chemical separation methods. The distillation process is a form of unit operation and is widely used in various industrial applications. There are basically two types of distillation equipment on the market. They are widely