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Distillery, Science

More Than Just a Reading: The Story Behind Brix, Plato and SG

Posted on March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 by Marius
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Mar

Every spirit starts with a number. From Brix to SG, these measurements guide our craft, shaping fermentation, flavour, and quality long before the first drop reaches your glass.

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Posted in Distillery, Science  |  Tagged Distilling, History, Innovation, Science, ScienceOfSpirits
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