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Research being presented at the American Chemical Society's Spring 2019 meeting sheds light on the effect of the Lincoln County process on the flavor and aroma of Tennessee whiskey.
Research being presented at the American Chemical Society’s Spring 2019 meeting sheds light on the effect of the Lincoln County process on the flavor and aroma of Tennessee whiskey. Freshly distilled whiskey is filtered over sugar maple charcoal in a step known as the Lincoln County Process. In addition to being made in Tennessee, the Lincoln County Process is required for a whiskey to be classified as Tennessee Whiskey. (with one exception – Prichard’s Distillery is not required to use the Lincoln County process) Researchers from the University of Tennessee have found a significant change in the levels of some of the aroma active compounds after the charcoal filtration, and now say they have some clues as to what the process imparts to the final product. If you want to go straight to the source, you can check out the abstract of the presentation here: Changes in key odorants by the Lincoln County process (Tennessee whiskey) You can also read more of the story at ScienceDaily.
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About the author: Ed Escott is truly "Bourbon Obsessed". He is the founder of Bourbon Obsessed, LLC, and an Executive Bourbon Steward of the Stave and Thief Society. In addition, he has authored and edited over 600 bourbon and other whiskey reviews, over 50 in-depth distillery write-ups, and many other related articles. He is on the board of the Kentucky Bourbon Influencers and a member of the Lexington Bourbon Society and the Bourbon Capital Guild. Last, but not least, Ed has attended many bourbon-related educational sessions, visited countless distilleries, and is on a never-ending quest to try every bourbon.
Prior to focusing solely on Bourbon Obsessed, Ed practiced in academic medicine for three decades. He most recently was a Professor at the University of Kentucky and served as Chief of the Division of Neuroradiology and Vice Chair For Faculty Mentoring, Development & Wellness of the Department of Radiology. He has extensive editorial experience in academic medical publication, and brings that same academic mindset to Bourbon Obsessed, which is a unique approach for a spirit-focused media company.
Ed can be found on social media on Instagram at @bourbon_obsessed and on Facebook at @BourbonObsessed
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