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Space-Aged Whiskies

Ardbeg Sent a Bottle of Whisky Up Into to Space to Ferment

— September 4, 2014 — Lifestyle
Whisky brand Ardbeg decided to ditch traditional methods of aging a bottle of whisky when it decided to send a bottle up in space to see how it would change the fermentation process. This outlandish idea is unlike anything any alcohol brand has ever tried.

Ardbeg, hailing from Scotland, decided to take a risk and see if whisky would taste any different if it was aged in outer space rather than here on planet earth. The change of environment and gravity could have a number of effects on the whisky perhaps changing everything from the flavor and taste to the color. Ardbeg is experimenting with liquid particles and hoping to see if space's gravity changes the maturation of the liquor. The whisky was sent up to space in a series of vials and will make its way back to earth on September 11th.
Trend Themes
1. Space-aged Beverages - Sending products into space to study the effects of a different environment and gravity on the product's quality could be a potential breakthrough innovation for beverage companies.
2. Non-traditional Fermentation - Experimenting with new methods of product maturation could lead to new, improved product flavors and quality.
3. Gourmet Drinking Experience - Crafting unique, unconventional ways of aging products could appeal to consumers looking for a premium and exclusive drinking experience.
Industry Implications
1. Alcohol - Innovative brands in alcohol industry can try sending their products to space as a way of creating exclusive products that appeal to customers looking for premium experiences.
2. Space Exploration - Industries centered on space exploration and experimentation can harness companies' interest in their field and offer them opportunities to help test the effects of their products in space.
3. Beverage Foodservice - Beverage-serving establishments can capitalize on these altered aging methods by offering exclusive, premium beverages to their customers who are looking for unique and luxurious drinking experiences.
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