Encyclopedia
The ENTUZIAST Encyclopedia is your guide to the world of craft spirits. Learn about gin, honey spirits, botanicals, oak aging, distillation, terminology, and the science behind great drinks.
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There is no “right” gin
One day a person decides to buy a good gin. He opens the catalog and sees dozens of incomprehensible names: London Dry, Old ..
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The most common misconception about London Dry Gin
If you ask someone who is just starting to get acquainted with the world of gin to explain what t..
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The biggest surprise during the first acquaintance
When a person hears the phrase "honey distillate" for the first time, they almost always imagine ..
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Honey that is never the same
If you put several jars of honey next to each other, even a person who has never been interested in beekeeping will im..
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It all starts not in the distillery
Imagine two beekeepers. One works among white acacia groves, where in spring the air is filled with a delicate f..
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On a store shelf, different bottles may all bear the same label reading “gin,” have a similar alcohol content, and carry the familiar aroma of juniper..
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Gin can have citrus, floral, herbal, berry, or spicy notes. Dozens of different botanicals can be used in its recipe, but juniper always remains at th..
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It’s impossible to imagine gin without juniper, but its character is rarely defined by just one ingredient. Beneath the piney freshness, notes of citr..
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Gin is easily recognizable by its characteristic juniper aroma, dry taste, and complex blend of botanical ingredients. Honey distillate is of a comple..
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When people first hear the phrase “honey distillate,” they often imagine a sweet drink with a distinct honey flavor. However, a true spirit made from ..
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In descriptions of aged craft spirits, you’ll often come across complex names like Oloroso, Sauternes, Tempranillo, or Garnacha. To someone just getti..
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When it comes to alcoholic beverages made from honey, most people automatically think of mead. However, modern craft production has long gone beyond t..
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Honey has accompanied humanity for millennia. It is valued for its natural sweetness, rich aroma and ability to acquire different shades depending on ..
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