Supports consistency as an actively managed target and explains why special releases can preserve more selected variation.
The passage contrasts product goals rather than claiming that either art or science operates alone.
For limited editions, single barrels, and premium selections, Minnick emphasizes the maker's sensory judgment; for everyday products that must remain consistent, he gives greater weight to scientific control and repeatability.
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Art, science, and product consistency
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