Tag Archives: mash

Alcohol Fermentation

How To Make Alcohol (Ethanol)

Making alcohol (ethanol) is easy. As a matter of fact, ethanol production can and does happen spontaneously. I remember when I was a kid there was a gallon of apple…

Hydrometer

What is a Hydrometer?

A hydrometer measures the relative density (aka Specific Gravity) of a liquid relative to the density of water. Water which contains dissolved sugar will have a density that is greater…

Pot Stills

How to Make Whiskey – Step by Step

Making Whiskey is not complicated. It consists of five basic steps which we will look at detail.  However, before you begin read this entire article, read the safety tips below…

Glass Of Whisky

Whiskey Mash Recipe: Damn Good Whiskey

Damn Good Whiskey is a recipe that does not require cooking.  It is simple to prepare and can be fermented in the same container that was used to make the mash.  Ingredients…