The aging process of bourbon within rick houses is influenced by various environmental factors, including temperature, humidity, airflow, and air quality. Most rickhouses are not climate-controlled, and natural ventilation is a major contributor to airflow. The corrosion of the steel hoops on bourbon barrels occurs due to the presence of ethyl alcohol vapors and has become an issue for the distilling industry. The loss of a barrel or product is the loss of all of the energy and materials that went into the distillation, as well as the removal of the barrel from the secondary market. Despite the large economic and sustainability impact of barrel losses, there is limited published research with respect to corrective actions.
Louisville Business First Bourbonomics Event
Bourbon leaders: Market correction not as bad as it may appear The Koetter Group sponsored Louisville Business First’s Bourbonomics event and many topics were discussed.
January 15, 2025
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