The Chemistry of Bourbon: The "spirit" of molecules | AIChE

The Chemistry of Bourbon: The "spirit" of molecules

The production of quality bourbon involves an understanding of the chemistry involved in the process. Most modern distilleries rely on both sensory and chemical analysis as part of their process. This talk will highlight some of the chemistry involved in the production of the distilled spirit, its aging, and your enjoyment of it. For those not familiar with bourbon, a basic overview of the spirit will be weaved into the talk.


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  • Source:
    VLS - Virtual Local Section
  • Language:
    English
  • Skill Level:
    Intermediate
  • Duration:
    1 hour
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