A "bourbon of the near future" that can be aged in 30 hours, a process that can take up to seven years.

American venture company BarrelRM has developed a technology that allows bourbon to be aged in just 30 hours, instead of the traditional two-year maturation period. Developer Sean Kelly recreates the seven-year maturation environment by immersing charred white oak chips in a tank and precisely adjusting the temperature, humidity, and oxygen levels.

This technology reduces electricity consumption and CO2 emissions by approximately 13% compared to traditional aging methods, and reduces the amount of white oak used to 1.1%. The product, "The Factory American Whiskey," features a sweet, smoky aroma and is suitable for highballs. Because it can be supplied in a short time, it contributes to cocktail demand and reduces environmental impact, and is expected to be applied to rum, tequila, and other drinks.

For more information, click here.

The whiskey industry is shocked! The story behind the creation of the "bourbon of the near future" that is fully aged in 30 hours | @DIME

The popularity of Japanese whiskey has been in the news for some time, but whiskey is also on the rise worldwide. Meanwhile, a bourbon has emerged in the United States that has been aged in just 30 hours, instead of the usual two years. What's going on?

dime.jp

DIME