American Oak Barrels - Ex Sherry (Medium Char) - Various Sizes
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Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of our Recoopered American Oak Barrels, previously aged with fine sherry, now ready to enrich your spirits and beverages. Each barrel, handmade with a medium char, is designed to impart a captivating essence and depth to your aging process.
*Available with or without a brass tap. Please advise if a wooden stand is required.*
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Each barrel is meticulously recoopered to ensure structural integrity while maintaining the rich heritage of American oak. The unique characteristics acquired during its previous life with sherry bestow a distinct essence that elevates the aging process, allowing for a harmonious infusion of flavors.
As your spirits mature, the enchanting aromas of dried fruits, oak spice, and a hint of sweetness will emerge, transforming your beverages into a symphony of complexity and elegance. The medium char level is calibrated to preserve the delicate nuances, introducing layers of dark fruits, sweet spices, and a luscious richness.
Crafted for both master distillers and passionate home brewers, these barrels offer an exceptional opportunity to enhance your craft. Experience the blending of artistry and tradition as you unleash the full potential of your spirits, creating elixirs of unparalleled depth and sophistication.
Available for shipping to the following locations:
- Adelaide, South Australia
- Melbourne, Victoria
- Canberra, ACT
- Brisbane, Queensland
- Hobart, Tasmania
- Darwin, Northern Territory
- Perth, Western Australia
- Sydney, New South Wales
- & regional areas in all of the states above
Recoopered Barrel Setup and Curing Procedure
Recommended to begin this process within 2 weeks of receiving your barrel and to store in a cool dry place in the mean time
- If your barrel requires a tap install it first.
- Fill the barrel with 10% of the capacity of the barrel with boiling water (2.5 litres for a 25 litre, 5 litres for a 50 litre and 10 litres for a 100 litre barrel). Do not use chlorinated water as it can be detrimental to the quality of the barrel. Replace the bung and swirl the water for approximately 10 minutes ensuring that all surfaces make contact with the water. You can now empty the boiling water from the barrel.
- Fill the barrel with cold water (not chlorinated water) and allow the oak to swell to seal any leaks. This can take from a few hours up to four days and the barrel must be kept full until any leaks are resolved. Once any leaks stop you can empty the barrel.
- Fill the barrel to 10% of capacity with non chlorinated water and replace bung. Shake the barrel briskly for a minute or two to dislodge any loose charred oak and then empty the barrel.
- You are now ready to add your favourite drop within 7 days of this process. Remember to never let your barrel go completely dry as it may lose its ability to reseal.
TIPS
To age wines or liquors, simply fill the barrel with your favourite product and store in a humid and cool place where it is not exposed to sunlight or heat. If your barrel is in direct sunlight or in a warm area, the rate of evaporation inside the barrel will increase. The time required to age your drop depends on your choice and taste. This can be anywhere from a month to years. Ageing wine or liquor in a barrel has the effect of transmitting the taste of the oak to your product inside the barrel. The longer you store a wine or liquor the stronger the oak taste that you will get from the wood and also the darker the colour will become.
Dimensions and Weight
1.5L (1.5kg)
Head: 130mm
Middle: 160mm
Length: 200mm
3L (2.5kg)
Head width: 160mm
Middle width: 200mm
Length: 240mm
5L (3KG)
Head width: 190mm
Middle width: 220mm
Length: 270mm
10L (4KG)
Head width: 240mm
Middle width: 280mm
Length: 330mm
25L (12KG)
Head width: 310mm
Middle width: 380mm
Length: 460mm
50L (20KG)
Head width: 415mm
Middle width: 440mm
Length: 520mm
100L (32KG)
Head width: 415mm
Middle width: 500mm
Length: 800mm
Product Shipping
The 100L American Oak Barrel is avaliable for shipping in the following locations:
Adelaide & Regional South Australia
Melbourne & Regional Victoria
Sydney & Regional New South Wales
Brisbane & Regional Queensland
Perth & Regional Western Australia
Darwin & Regiaonl Northern Territory
Canberra ACT