This article discusses the role of geology in the making of wines, beers and whiskies, along with the importance of certain geological factors in relation to overall flavour, character and even colour of these beverages. It is argued that geological factors do or do not have an effect on the quality of the drinks. In my summary of this article I will establish how the Geological features of an area can affect the characteristics of these drinks, or if they have any effect on the drinks whatsoever.
Topography is possibly the first geological factor that would come to mind when discussing this topic, albeit not the only one, or arguably, not the most significant. A Maltman initially discusses how these physiographical factors affect the
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Although the cereals used to produce whisky and beer are also effected by topography, this effect is not thought to be as noticeable as in wine, as wine is almost totally based around grape juices, where as beer and whisky are more water based.
The topography of an area also has an effect on the water flow in areas, and it is this water flow that is more closely associated with the production of beer and whisky. In the mashing process during beer production, the cereals are steeped in hot water so that the organic compounds can be extracted. The article details the importance of brewing water with a pH of 5-5.5 in order to create optimum conditions for the yeast and hops to react in the mashing phase, without the enzymes denaturing. Brewing water is often naturally slightly alkaline with a pH around 7, so needs altering to become the optimum pH. This alteration is done using roasted malts which can work against the high bicarbonate levels in the water thanks to the natural phosphate contained within them, higher intensities of roast are able to alter acidity the most. In whisky making an optimum pH of water is still desired, however, the roasted malts are not added like in beer, so this optimum must be reached a different way. Different cereals can help to lower acidity, and thus reach optimum pH, the article uses the example of
The use and creation of beer is closely linked to the domestication of cereal grains and the practice of farming.
A History of the World in 6 Glasses, is a book that explains what is happing in the world during the time of a popular drink. From, Beer in Mesopotamia to Coca-Cola in America, our world changed, a lot. The most interesting drink out of the 6, (Beer, Wine, Spirits, Coffee, Tea and Coke) was defiantly wine. As I read the book I could always connect a section of every chapter back to wine. Wine went through many changes, like the other beverages, but it stuck out to me for 3 main reasons. First off, the “Capitol of Wine” wasn’t in the same place the whole time. For example the Coca-Cola section was basically all based in America, where as wine went from place to place. The second reason the wine section stuck out to me was because of all the
The dynamics of the global wine industry are better understood through a brief history of wine as well as an overview of the wine making process. Some countries have longer historical and cultural ties with wine then others and that can affect the quality and perception of the product in the eyes of the consumer. Also, the conditions in which the wine grapes are raised and the processes used to make the wine can create a superior wine and therefore a competitive advantage.
Wine has been a popular beverage for many years amongst different societies. The process of winemaking is one of the most complex and detailed processes, where every step is meticulous towards ensuring the best quality wine is produced. However, different phenomena are able to affect the wine even after it is bottled and stored.
One physical factor which causes differences in a volcanic hazard is the steepness of the volcano. If the volcanoes sides are of a steep gradient then the
Some important factors that affect the size of the crater are, the weight of the marble, the size and shape of the marble, the depth and type of sand, the material of the marble and the speed at which the marble is thrown.
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One physical factor which causes differences in a volcanic hazard is the steepness of the volcano. If the volcanoes sides are of a steep gradient then the lava from the volcano would flow must faster than if the sides were a steady gradient. Mount Nyiragongo for
Fermentation is undoubtedly the most important stage to achieve the taste of the beer, because while sugar transformation into alcohol and carbonic gas takes place, yeast produces other substances in very small quantities, which are responsible for the aroma and flavor of the beer. The development of chemical analysis procedures that took place during recent years allowed a more comprehensive understanding about beer composition. It is therefore during the fermentation process that the beer style is created. This process normally will take a month.
So what makes one beer more interesting than another? It begins with the brewer, choosing ingredients, mixing flavors, and making subtle changes.
“Drainage patterns, the hilliness of the ground, the range of soils, the nature of the bedrock,
Tectonic plates are the reason why earth's surface area isn’t flat. Tectonic plate formed the Appalachian mountains and Mount Frisell. This happened millions of years ago, and the cause of the formation is that the tectonic plates collide into each other start to rise upwards. This brings up big pieces of rock from the crust to form mountains. Tectonic plate didn’t just form mountains is Connecticut they also form valleys. Valleys are formed by the tectonic plates repelling off each other and creating a big, long valley that could hold water in them. This is one of the steps how the famous Connecticut river was formed.
Yosemite Valley is full of stunning and breathtaking sights. However, millions of years of geologic changes have occurred to make Yosemite Valley what it is today. Even from the initial formation of California, Yosemite has been evolving. Each part of the geologic history of Yosemite plays a very significant role, because even if one small thing did not occur, then the Yosemite that we know today would not be familiar to us.
While liquid water is the most important factor, there are other geodynamical and geophysical features that are important.
The weather also has a large influence. Often there are winter storm surges producing higher waves, and higher sea levels, meaning higher energy erosion. In addition is increased sub-aerial denudation brought about by the heavy rain and strong winds. This often leads to increased slumping and