Cork and Alcoholic Beverages

TitleCork and Alcoholic Beverages
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2005
AuthorsMaga, J. A., & Puech J-L.
JournalFood Reviews International
Volume21
Pagination53-68
KeywordsAlternatives, composition, production, Properties, stoppers, Taint
Abstract

For centuries, cork has been the stopper of choice for various alcoholic beverages. In this review, cork history, sources, production, physical properties, composition, off-flavors, and alternatives to cork stoppers are discussed.