Pips Torn & Restored

Torn and Restored is a form of illusion where a card or other paper object is ripped before a spectator’s eyes, only to be returned to its original state. This project started with a Rich amber maple syrup from Vermont which was left sweet after fermentation. From there, this maple wine was sent to transform in used barrels. First, The wine was transferred into an Ex-bourbon barrel that previously held Imperial Oak’s Quiet Giant Imperial Russian Stout. Their Bourbon Barrel aged Stout was transferred to a second barrel, a used maple barrel, and this wine followed suit. Starting with maple, a transformation through two unique barrels, and a return to maple…