DropWorks Rum Distillery
From the Middle Ages, we have many tales of adventure surrounding Sherwood Forest, The Sheriff of Nottingham and of course Robin Hood and his merry men. After a long day of robbing the rich to give to...
View ArticleClean as a Whistle
At Specific, we know the importance of keeping equipment clean so your beer continues to win awards. That’s why we have 3 great CIP system options for any brewery. SMS CIP – 1 Cart The SMS CIP-1 Cart...
View ArticleRum: A Naval Tradition
For centuries, the British Royal Navy was renowned not only for its formidable naval power but also for a curious tradition – the daily rum ration for its sailors. This centuries-old practice of...
View ArticleHeads, Hearts and Tails
Distillation is an age-old process that has been refined and perfected over centuries to create some of the world’s finest spirits and essential oils. At the heart of this alchemical art lies a deep...
View ArticleThe Basic Steps in Brewing
Malting and Milling Malted barley is the favoured cereal grain used in traditional brewing processes. Barley is modified during the malting process to ensure biochemical changes occur within the grain...
View ArticleBottled in Bond
There are several rules that define bourbon, the official spirit of the United States. One common misconception is that it has to be distilled in Kentucky. In fact, bourbon can be produced in any of...
View ArticleAntimony Brewing
The Berkshires is a rural region in the mountains of western Massachusetts, dotted with quaint villages and towns. A popular vacation destination, it’s known for outdoor activities, fall...
View ArticleHop Cannon, Cone or Torpedo
The Hop Cannon is an automated dry hopping system for direct injection of hop pellets into the fermenter. The Cannon includes a CO2 buffer tank, hopper and compressor. The hops feed from the hopper...
View ArticleA Thanksgiving toast
After more than two months (66 days) at sea, the Pilgrims finally arrived at Cape Cod on November 11, 1620, 402 years ago. Originally bound for what is now the Hudson River in New York City, the ship...
View ArticleThe Lauter Tun
A Lauter Tun plays a crucial role in the brewing process by separating the liquid extract (wort) from the solid remnants of the grain after mashing. The V-wire screen false bottom is a specific design...
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