Have You Ever Smoked Wine?

[jecucolo]

That’s cool! I might have by it.

[CaptainMike]

Red wine and some whites (and whiskeys for that matter) are usually aged in oak casks that have charred interiors. That gives reds a subtle hint of 'smokiness' or 'char', so that's part of the flavor profile to begin with. The charring is a pretty fascinating process to watch.

I have actually rolled to a structure fire at a cooperage and guess where it started. With the interior fuel load there wasn't much we could do but protect exposures.

As far as smoked beverages, my firefighter buddies and I have tried the process, and while it was fun and interesting we all agreed that it tasted and smelled like structure fire overhaul. There are some smells you just can't get out of your head, Yuck.

[Johnny Booth]

Yes Wine works. Does not add a lot of flavor to the wine, it’s more of a visual and smell, although the glass picks up some flavor too. Spiced wine, and cider too. Makes them even cozier.

I have also smoked through wine, but that’s a different story. 😵💫

[surfdog]

Hmmm, cozy…smoke…me thinks I’ll need to try some smoked mulled wine this winter.

[surfdog]

And yes…I side stepped the “smoked through wine.” We’re not even gonna get started down THAT road. LOL
My lips are sealed.