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The Devil’s Cut

We wrote earlier about the angel’s share. What does the expression “the devil’s cut” refer to? When it comes to lost distillate during barrel-aging, evaporation isn’t the only culprit. If the angels get their share, the devil also demands his. Wood is naturally porous, with the level of porosity depending on the type of wood. ...

2020-06-22T13:53:11+03:0022.06.2020|