Toasting vs. charring: What’s the difference? What gives whisky its smoky taste, colour, mouthfeel and aroma? The barrel — specifically, the inside of the barrel. You can get all the steps right from the very beginning — the best grains, a pristine water source, a flawless distillation process — but it’s the maturation process that...
August 16 is National Rum Day! In honour of this we’ve created an amazing barrel age rum recipe for you try out. But first, we want to know what your favourite rum cocktail is.
It’s the fermented tea drink with an ancient history (it dates back to 220 BCE) and a high nutritional value, with disease-fighting antioxidants and probiotics that boost your gut health. And it tastes great — especially on a hot summer day. Kombucha has been making waves in the beverage world for a few years now....
Andy McNamara from TSN 4 Downs talks about his love for Urban Barrel’s craft barrels on his show. Take a listen below! Follow the show on twitter @TSN4Downs and @AndyMc81. Andy also hosts a Twitch TV sports show “Fantasy Breakfast” today.
Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift can be tough, especially if Dad is the type to say he doesn’t want or need anything. You want something that speaks to Dad’s interests, something he’ll appreciate (and actually use). It should reflect who he is and be as unique as his personality, whether he’s the kind of...
Recipe: Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Ingredients: 45oz Bulldog Gin 45oz Spice Infused Triple Sec 12oz Absinthe Directions: 2oz of DNR 1oz Lillet Blanc 1oz Fresh Lemon Juice Hard Shake Strain into a coupe glass Garnish with an orange peel Let us know in the comments what you think about our latest recipe!
Paula Roy shares some great wedding gifts for foodies.
The perfect gift for the cocktail-loving couple, these sturdy little barrels allow you to mimic the time-honoured process of aging spirits Our friends at Ottawa At Home have mentioned us in their most recent blog post. They have shared some great wedding gift ideas for newlyweds who love food and drink. Read Ottawa At Home’s...
What gives a whisky its character? The barrel aging, of course! Let Urban Barrel show you how it’s done. A fine whisky stands out, commanding attention and satisfying the palate. What makes a fine whisky what it is, though? Any master distiller can tell you: it is the barrels, always the barrels in which you...
We are extremely happy to announce that Michael D’Alimonte from the Ottawa Business Journal has approached North of 7 and The Urban Barrel Company to do a special feature. They’re working on a limited selection of beautifully handcrafted cocktails recommended by Ottawa bartenders for business-focused events.
