daveflintstone Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 I searched the forum but didn't find any info about this. After diluting down to vodka strength, 40%, is any resting/marrying/aging recommended before bottling? I'm not an idiot, and realize nobody "ages" vodka, but I recall reading something somewhere about allowing the vodka to rest a certain amount of time after dilution to bottling strength. Perhaps I am simply confused about my past research. If not, please enlighten me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve@spiritech Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 I searched the forum but didn't find any info about this. After diluting down to vodka strength, 40%, is any resting/marrying/aging recommended before bottling? I'm not an idiot, and realize nobody "ages" vodka, but I recall reading something somewhere about allowing the vodka to rest a certain amount of time after dilution to bottling strength. Perhaps I am simply confused about my past research. If not, please enlighten me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve@spiritech Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Dave, The large commercial distillers often have their vodka sit overnight between diluting and filtering/bottling, but this is usually just as a result of scheduling. Vodka does not usually need to be rested after dilution, but if you notice any offensive or "defect" aromas coming off your vodka after dilution, you should let it rest at least 12 hrs in hopes that the aromas will dissipate. On the occasion that diacetyl is carried over into the spirits at a detectable level, the distiller will either rest the spirits/vodka or may resort to agitating or aerating the spirits to reduce this highly volatile component before bottling. -Steve Wright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copperstill Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Dave, The large commercial distillers often have their vodka sit overnight between diluting and filtering/bottling, but this is usually just as a result of scheduling. Vodka does not usually need to be rested after dilution, but if you notice any offensive or "defect" aromas coming off your vodka after dilution, you should let it rest at least 12 hrs in hopes that the aromas will dissipate. On the occasion that diacetyl is carried over into the spirits at a detectable level, the distiller will either rest the spirits/vodka or may resort to agitating or aerating the spirits to reduce this highly volatile component before bottling. -Steve Wright What you don't like butter flavored vodka? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveflintstone Posted November 13, 2009 Author Share Posted November 13, 2009 thanks, that's the info I need. I must have confused my earlier reading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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