The Economist has an article on whisk(e)y aging that's worth a read.
I liked their characterization of Buffalo Trace: "run by unabashed tinkerers".
There is also mention of the Maker's Mark / Glenmorangie swap, claiming
that one year in Kentucky is worth four years in Scotland!
The story is at
http://www.economist.com/printeditio...tory_ID=457125
Tim


