The angels’ share and the devil’s cut

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Why is it that after decades of ageing, a cask full of grappa loses almost half its contents? We find out what’s meant by the “angels’ share” and the “devil’s cut” and, most importantly, how time - and climate - influence the ageing of...

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History of the alembic in ancient times

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The history of the alembic begins with the techniques of distillation, a highly advanced system of boiling for “extraction.” The raw ingredients, which are heated to the right temperature via water vapor, release their essential oils, aromas,...

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Four chocolates for a “spirited” Valentine’s Day

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Valentine's Day It’s not just love for wine, tajarin, and genuine, slow food that runs through the veins of the Piedmontese. We traditionally have very “sweet” blood, which comes from a long history of mastery in the art of...

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Toasts around the world

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A mini-guide to how different countries around the world say “cheers” (because “cin-cin” in Japan and Italy are two totally different things)! Have you ever asked yourself why we toast with alcoholic beverages and never with water?...

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