Volume of research notes collected for a possible treatise on the art of preparing vinous liquors. Notes cover subjects such as ale, alcohol, alchemy, malt and malt liquors, brewing, hops, yeast, casks and sweetening and grapes. Possible created in London in the 19th century as it contains case studies of London breweries and includes historical notes as well as scientific information.
Notes made in preparation for a treatise on wine production [London, England]
This material is held atUniversity of Glasgow Special Collections
- Reference
- GB 247 MS Gen 1008
- Dates of Creation
- 19th century
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 volume
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
This volume was produced in preparation for a treatise on wine production. The author studied various areas or brewing and wine making at both a scientific and historical level.
Arrangement
The ledger is formally arranged in preparation for the production of a treatise and has a full contents page
Access Information
Access is open, however an appointment may be required. Please email Archives and Special Collections for advice: library-asc@glasgow.ac.uk
Acquisition Information
Via the British Records Association : 1967 : ACCN 4171
Other Finding Aids
See also University of Glasgow Collections
Alternative Form Available
No known copies
Conditions Governing Use
Reproduction subject to usual conditions: educational use and condition of documents. Applications for permission to quote should be sent to Archives and Special Collections, please email: library-asc@glasgow.ac.uk
Appraisal Information
This material has been appraised in line with standard GB 247 procedures
Custodial History
Held in private hands until the volume was passed to the British Records Association in the 1960s. From here it deposited with the Glasgow University Archives who transferred it to the library.
Accruals
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