Scottish whisky to be aged in space for first time

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Scottish whisky will be sent into orbit for a five-year maturation experiment in 2028.

Engineers in Scotland and Japan are planning to send Scotch whisky and its base ingredients into space in 2028. A satellite containing whisky samples will orbit the Earth for five years, exposing the spirit to frequent swings between extreme heat and freezing cold as it circles the planet.

Scientists believe these temperature variations could speed up the whisky's maturation process. Researchers expect the spirit to develop 'very bold' flavours as a result of its journey in space. If the experiment succeeds, it could lead to future production of space-aged whisky.

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Whisky to be aged in space for first time in university satellite projectEvening Standard · 5 Oct, 11:23
Whisky to be aged in space for first time in university satellite projectSky News · 5 Oct, 10:30
Scottish whisky to be blasted into space for first time for major distillery testThe Independent · 5 Oct, 10:11
Whisky to be aged in space for first time in 'very bold' new experimentGB News · 5 Oct, 05:35

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