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The Art and Science of Blending

Is blending an art or a science? Philosoper Barry Smith asks why some blends work and others don't.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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Art or Science?
Barry Smith talks to three blending experts about the art and science of blending.
26 Apr 2019,14 mins
Champagne
The art and science to blending champagne.
25 Apr 2019,14 mins
Perfume
Barry Smith investigates the art and science of making perfume.
24 Apr 2019,14 mins
Tea
Barry Smith discovers the secret to blending tea.
23 Apr 2019,14 mins
Whisky
Is blending whisky an art or a science?
22 Apr 2019,14 mins