Oak Chips, Cubes and Barrels for Homebrew

Our high quality, yet inexpensive American oak chips.  These are toasted to a Medium Toast.

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Premium, Fire-Toasted Oak Cubes from Stavin Medium + Toast American Oak will impart flavors of campfire, vanilla, roasted coffee and butterscotch. These fire-toasted oak cubes are as close as you can come to the full range of flavors you would get from aging your beer in a full sized barrel, unlike convection-toased cubes. The difference is that convection toasted cubes are made by cutting the stave to size, then passing the small cubes through a toasting chamber. Stavin fire-toasts their staves whole, just like they would when making a barrel, and then cuts them down to size. The result is a gradation of toasting from the surface through to the center of the cube, where each different toast level represents a different flavor set that the oak will give your beer. The result is a much more complex and natural profile; by comparison convection toasted cubes taste one dimensional. Oak cubes also release their flavor into your beer more slowly than chips, giving you more control over the final degree of impact in your beer. You should plan on an extended aging period of 1-6 months when using cubes. This longer contact time again promotes flavor complexity by allowing all the flavors of the oak and your beer to marry. Recommended Dosage is 2 oz per 5 gallons for impact equivalent to aging in a brand new oak barrel. Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine Oak Cube Dosages.

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Convection toasted Oak Cubes made in the US from American Oak. These Oak Cubes impart similar flavors as the equivalent oak type and toast level chip, but extract more slowly giving you more control over the final impact in your beer. These cubes are produced from staves of American oak that have been air-seasoned for 18-24 months, then toasted to a Medium Toast. They will add a sweet, butterscotch note with a hint of bourbon char to your beer. Suggested dosage is 2-4 oz per 5 gallons of beer.

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Premium, Fire-Toasted Oak Cubes from Stavin Medium Toast French Oak will impart flavors of coconut, vanilla, cinnamon and chocolate. These fire-toasted oak cubes are as close as you can come to the full range of flavors you would get from aging your beer in a full sized barrel, unlike convection-toased cubes.  The difference is that convection toasted cubes are made by cutting the stave to size, then passing the small cubes through a toasting chamber. Stavin fire-toasts their staves whole, just like they would when making a barrel, and then cuts them down to size. The result is a gradation of toasting from the surface through to the center of the cube, where each different toast level represents a different flavor set that the oak will give your beer. The result is a much more complex and natural profile; by comparison convection toasted cubes taste one dimensional. Oak cubes also release their flavor into your beer more slowly than chips, giving you more control over the final degree of impact in your beer. You should plan on an extended aging period of 1-6 months when using cubes. This longer contact time again promotes flavor complexity by allowing all the flavors of the oak and your beer to marry. Recommended Dosage is 2 oz per 5 gallons for impact equivalent to aging in a brand new oak barrel

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Oak Chips are a fast and economical way to add oak barrel flavor to any beer. Oak Chips are made from seasoned American and French Oak staves which are chipped down and toasted to create flavors similar to what you'd get from a barrel. The available toast levels are Medium, Medium +, and Heavy. It's important to understand that each toasting level creates different flavors in the oak; not a greater intensity of impact in your beer. Don't think of them as weak, normal & strong; they're each a different flavor profile. These staves for these Medium Toast French Oak chips are sourced from a cooper (barrel maker) in Napa, CA. They deliver clove and spice flavors of medium intensity, along with strong flavors of Butterscotch & perceived sweetness. Because of the high surface area, oak chips can extract quickly and care should be taken not to overdo it. Taste your beer frequently after the first week of contact and be ready to rack off the oak chips. Suggested Dosage is 1-2 oz per 5 gallons. 

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Oak Chips are a fast and economical way to add oak barrel flavor to any beer. Oak Chips are made from seasoned American and French Oak staves which are chipped down and convection-toasted to create flavors similar to what a comparably toasted barrel would impart. The available toast levels are Medium, Medium +, and Heavy. It's important to understand that each toasting level creates different flavors in the oak; not a greater intensity of impact in your beer. Don't think of them as weak, normal & strong; they're each a different flavor profile. Heavy Toast American Oak chips will impart strong flavors of Vanilla & Char, with a small note of Clove. These chips will not impart the coconut flavor often characteristic of lower toast American oaks. Because of the high surface area, oak chips can extract quickly and care should be taken not to overdo it. Taste your beer frequently after the first week of contact and be ready to rack off the oak chips. Suggested Dosage is 1-2 oz per 5 gallons. 

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Cubes have a longer contact time than traditional chips do, which make them better for long-term aging of wines and beers. Also, longer contact time means longer extraction of flavors (3-6 months), which leads to a more complex combination of flavors. Chips are usually done giving flavor after a week, there by contributing a harsh, flat oak flavor. Our cubes are fires toasted and cut by Stavin, a leading supplier of high-quality oak alternatives to top commercial wineries.   Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine Oak Cube Dosages.

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Premium, Fire-Toasted Oak Cubes from Stavin Heavy Toast American Oak will impart flavors of char, spice and roasted coffee; with hints of vanilla and butterscotch. These fire-toasted oak cubes are as close as you can come to the full range of flavors you would get from aging your beer in a full sized barrel, unlike convection-toased cubes.  The difference is that convection toasted cubes are made by cutting the stave to size, then passing the small cubes through a toasting chamber. Stavin fire-toasts their staves whole, just like they would when making a barrel, and then cuts them down to size. The result is a gradation of toasting from the surface through to the center of the cube, where each different toast level represents a different flavor set that the oak will give your beer. The result is a much more complex and natural profile; by comparison convection toasted cubes taste one dimensional. Oak cubes also release their flavor into your beer more slowly than chips, giving you more control over the final degree of impact in your beer. You should plan on an extended aging period of 1-6 months when using cubes. This longer contact time again promotes flavor complexity by allowing all the flavors of the oak and your beer to marry. Recommended Dosage is 2 oz per 5 gallons for impact equivalent to aging in a brand new oak barrel. Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine Oak Cube Dosages.

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Convection toasted Oak Cubes made in the US from French Oak. These Oak Cubes impart similar flavors as the equivalent oak type and toast level chip, but extract more slowly giving you more control over the final impact in your beer. These cubes are produced from staves of French oak that have been air-seasoned for 18-24 months, then toasted to a Medium Toast. They will add a sweet, butterscotch note with hints of Vanilla and Spice to your beer. Suggested dosage is 2-4 oz per 5 gallons of beer.

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Premium, Fire-Toasted Oak Cubes from Stavin Medium + Toast French Oak will impart flavors of vanilla, cinnamon and chocolate with notes of coffee and campfire. These fire-toasted oak cubes are as close as you can come to the full range of flavors you would get from aging your beer in a full sized barrel, unlike convection-toased cubes.  The difference is that convection toasted cubes are made by cutting the stave to size, then passing the small cubes through a toasting chamber. Stavin fire-toasts their staves whole, just like they would when making a barrel, and then cuts them down to size. The result is a gradation of toasting from the surface through to the center of the cube, where each different toast level represents a different flavor set that the oak will give your beer. The result is a much more complex and natural profile; by comparison convection toasted cubes taste one dimensional. Oak cubes also release their flavor into your beer more slowly than chips, giving you more control over the final degree of impact in your beer. You should plan on an extended aging period of 1-6 months when using cubes. This longer contact time again promotes flavor complexity by allowing all the flavors of the oak and your beer to marry. Recommended Dosage is 2 oz per 5 gallons for impact equivalent to aging in a brand new oak barrel.

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Oak Chips are a fast and economical way to add oak barrel flavor to any beer.  Oak Chips are made from seasoned American and French Oak staves which are chipped down and convection-toasted to create flavors similar to what a comparably toasted barrel would impart. The available toast levels are Medium, Medium +, and Heavy. It's important to understand that each toasting level creates different flavors in the oak; not a greater intensity of impact in your beer. Don't think of them as weak, normal & strong; they're each a different flavor profile. Heavy Toast French Oak chips will impart strong flavors of Clove, Spice, Smoke & Butterscotch; along with a small amount of Vanilla & Coconut flavor. Because of the high surface area, oak chips can extract quickly and care should be taken not to overdo it. Taste your beer frequently after the first week of contact and be ready to rack off the oak chips. Suggested Dosage is 1-2 oz per 5 gallons. 

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Impart a perfect replication of barrel aromatics without the lengthy process of barrel ageing Consistent, repeatable results every time without the need to blend various barrels of product together Infuse oak aromatics into beer in minutes. Safe for use with low alcohol beers as there's no risk of infection that comes from barrel ageing beer below 12% ABV Increase the perceived quality of your wine without drastically increasing production overhead or lead time Eliminate the expensive, compounding loss of the "Angel's Share"—spirits typically lose 5-10% of their volume in barrels due to evaporation 2X Concentrate. This is a more concentrated extract than the standard Aroma Science extracts that requires approximately half the typical dosage Complex and spiritous with grainy woody, creamy coconut, caramel, and fruity notes with subtle hints of smoke. Bold flavors of dark caramel, cinnamon, leather, and a touch of vanilla. More intense aromatics than the classic series. Use less. Aroma Science's internationally-patented Evaporative Extraction™ technology naturally captures complex aromatics from wine and whiskey barrels to create aroma profiles that are perfect copies of the original barrel source. Use to balance and boost oak aroma in beer, wine, spirits, ciders, seltzers, and traditional, reduced proofed, and nonalcoholic ready-to-drink cocktails. Typical recommended dosing in beer & wine is approximately 0.75-3 mL per gallon and anywhere from 2-30 mL per gallon with spirits. See AromaSciences.com for detailed dosing recommendations for Beer, Wine, and Spirits. Ingredients: Ethanol, Water, Oak Made in the USA

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Impart a perfect replication of barrel aromatics without the lengthy process of barrel ageing Consistent, repeatable results every time without the need to blend various barrels of product together Infuse oak aromatics into beer in minutes. Safe for use with low alcohol beers as there's no risk of infection that comes from barrel ageing beer below 12% ABV Increase the perceived quality of your wine without drastically increasing production overhead or lead time Eliminate the expensive, compounding loss of the "Angel's Share"—spirits typically lose 5-10% of their volume in barrels due to evaporation A perfect presentation of American oak. Coconut notes predominate with vanilla, sweet spices, nutmeg, and cloves. Seamless blend of flavors including vanilla, toffee, toasted nuts and rich caramel sweetness. Aroma Science's internationally-patented Evaporative Extraction™ technology naturally captures complex aromatics from wine and whiskey barrels to create aroma profiles that are perfect copies of the original barrel source. Use to balance and boost oak aroma in beer, wine, spirits, ciders, seltzers, and traditional, reduced proofed, and nonalcoholic ready-to-drink cocktails. Typical recommended dosing in beer & wine is approximately 1.5-6 mL per gallon and anywhere from 6-60 mL per gallon with spirits. See AromaSciences.com for detailed dosing recommendations for Beer, Wine, and Spirits. Ingredients: Ethanol, Water, Oak Made in the USA

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BeerStix Carboy Sticks are one of the simplest and easiest forms of oak to use in beermaking.  Simply add one stick per 5 - 6.5 gallons, and enjoy the results a couple months later.  When it comes to removing the stick, there's no fumbling around with cubes trying to get them through the neck of a carboy.  These are made with a hole at the top so you can lift the Beer Stix out with fishing line when done.  The Carboy Beer Stix are an awesome addition to the homebrewers aresenal.  Use them to take a recipe to a fun and delicious next level.  Already make an amazing stout, or brown?  These are prime candidates to age with some oak, and enjoy the rich results! American Oak toasted to a Medium + with the beerstix milling will give you flavors and aromas of roasted coffee, light chocolate and honey, as well as some spice notes and hints of leather.  Every beer will accentuate, or mask different flavors from the oak, so expect some variation between beers!  The Beerstix miling gives 60% more surface area compared to the Winestix, speeding up the extraction process, and getting you a beer that has a rich oak character, in less time.  The Beer Stix are also milled thinner than the WineStix, allowing for denser toasting. Features: Oak Origin - North American New York Alba Toast Level - Medium Plus Oak Form - Carboy Stix (2) Volume Treated - 6 gal beer each Extraction Time - 2 Months (see note below) Flavors & Aromas - Roast Coffee, Light Chocolate, Spice, Honey, Nutmeg, Leather Hints. Please Note - Allow 2 months minimum extraction time to balance the extraction of short and long grain from the Stix. Removal of the wood early only allows certain extractions of flavors and primarily from the short grain in the BeerStix® milling.

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Impart a perfect replication of barrel aromatics without the lengthy process of barrel aging Consistent, repeatable results every time without the need to blend various barrels of product together Infuse oak aromatics into beer in minutes. Safe for use with low alcohol beers as there's no risk of infection that comes from barrel aging beer below 12% ABV Increase the perceived quality of your wine without drastically increasing cost or production time Eliminate the expensive, compounding loss of the "Angel's Share"—spirits typically lose 5-10% of their volume in barrels due to evaporation French Oak extract is subtle and complex with exotic savory spice and hints of dark chocolate and roasted coffee. Mellow spice notes with a smooth mocha and toffee finish. Aroma Science's internationally-patented Evaporative Extraction™ technology naturally captures complex aromatics from wine and whiskey barrels to create aroma profiles that are perfect copies of the original barrel source. Use to balance and boost oak aroma in beer, wine, spirits, ciders, seltzers, and traditional, reduced proofed, and nonalcoholic ready-to-drink cocktails. Typical recommended dosing in beer & wine is approximately 1.5-6 mL per gallon and anywhere from 6-60 mL per gallon with spirits. See AromaSciences.com for detailed dosing recommendations for Beer, Wine, and Spirits. Ingredients: Ethanol, Water, Oak Made in the USA

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Xoakers are 1" Solid Oak spheres made from high quality French oak and seasoned for a minimum of 24 months.  They will contribute a complex oak character while softening and rounding the wine as well.  What sets these apart though, are their shape and ease of use.  The uniform size allows for precise dosing, and easy removal once complete.  Whether you are using carboys or neutral barrels, additions are as simple as counting out however many Xoakers you need, and tossing them in.  Every vessel will be oaked to the same extent when using these, and no need to weigh them out! Removing them is as simple as turning over your carboy or barrel, and watching them roll out!  These can be used in both red and white wines, and are perfect for carboys, barrels, small tanks, and kegs.  Ideal oak for the home winemaker!  These Convection Toasted Medium Plus French Oak Xoakers are packed in Mylar bags, and will contribute various flavors depending on the wine. The 8 pack will treat 4-8 gallons & 1 lb will treat 35-70 gallons. Dosage: 1-2 Xoakers / Gallon (3.78 L) wine (depends on desired Oak Impact) Contact Time: 4 Month Minimum Recommended Useful Life in Wine: 12 Months Size: 1" Diameter Spheres, 70 French Oak Xoakers / lb Liquid Displacement: .10 gal (.41 L) Toast Level: Med +        

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This new American White Oak barrel is made by hand and flamed to a medium toast. A small oak barrel is great for ageing your homebrew, homemade wine or spirits. The exterior is raw unvarnished wood, so take care to keep your barrel in tip top shape. The care guide below will give you instructions on to prepare the barrel for first time use, and also how to keep it hydrated and sealed. Comes standard with a spring-loaded spigot for easy dispensing. An optional stainless steel spigot is also available. Features: 5 L (1.32 gal) American White Oak Medium toast Raw Exterior (Non-Varnished) for easier leak prevention techniques Stainless Alloy Rings coated in a protective black coating Food grade reinforced plastic screw in cork Spring-loaded spigot for easier dispensing Barrel Wax Block Stand included KegLand Part Number: KL04657

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Premium, Fire-Toasted Oak Cubes from Stavin Heavy Toast French Oak will impart flavors of campfire, char & roasted coffee, with hints of vanilla, cinnamon and chocolate. These fire-toasted oak cubes are as close as you can come to the full range of flavors you would get from aging your beer in a full sized barrel, unlike convection-toased cubes.  The difference is that convection toasted cubes are made by cutting the stave to size, then passing the small cubes through a toasting chamber. Stavin fire-toasts their staves whole, just like they would when making a barrel, and then cuts them down to size. The result is a gradation of toasting from the surface through to the center of the cube, where each different toast level represents a different flavor set that the oak will give your beer. The result is a much more complex and natural profile; by comparison convection toasted cubes taste one dimensional. Oak cubes also release their flavor into your beer more slowly than chips, giving you more control over the final degree of impact in your beer. You should plan on an extended aging period of 1-6 months when using cubes. This longer contact time again promotes flavor complexity by allowing all the flavors of the oak and your beer to marry. Recommended Dosage is 2 oz per 5 gallons for impact equivalent to aging in a brand new oak barrel.  

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BeerStix Carboy Sticks are one of the simplest and easiest forms of oak to use in beermaking.  Simply add one stick per 5 - 6.5 gallons, and enjoy the results a couple months later.  When it comes to removing the stick, there's no fumbling around with cubes trying to get them through the neck of a carboy.  These are made with a hole at the top so you can lift the Beer Stix out with fishing line when done.  The Carboy Beer Stix are an awesome addition to the homebrewers aresenal.  Use them to take a recipe to a fun and delicious next level.  Already make an amazing stout, or brown?  These are prime candidates to age with some oak, and enjoy the rich results! French Oak toasted to a Medium + with the beerstix milling will give your beer toasted roasty aromas reminiscent of coffee, along with some caramel, and a subtle sweetness that gets the whole palate.  Different beer styles will accentuate or mask different flavors from the oak, so expect some variation!  The Beerstix miling gives 60% more surface area compared to the Winestix, speeding up the extraction process, and getting you a beer that has a rich oak character, in less time.  The Beer Stix are also milled thinner than the WineStix, allowing for denser toasting. Features: Oak Origin - France, Allier Region Toast Level - Medium Plus Oak Form - Carboy Stix (2) Volume Treated - 6 gal beer each Extraction Time - 2 Months (see note below) Flavors & Aromas - Coffee, Roasted Toasty aromas, Caramel, Slight Sweetness Please Note - Allow 2 months minimum extraction time to balance the extraction of short and long grain from the Stix. Removal of the wood early only allows certain extractions of flavors and primarily from the short grain in the BeerStix® milling.

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Made from high-quality Slavonian oak sustainably sourced from Hungarian forests Superior in long term storage due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds Equivalent or superior quality compared to French Oak barrels at a much more affordable cost Zinc-plated steel barrel hoops for corrosion resistance Coopered by the world-renowned Balazs Nagy Balazs barrels is a long-trusted brand of Hungarian oak barrels coopered by the famous Balazs Nagy.  These barrels are equal or better in quality to French Oak barrels but available at a fraction of the cost of their more famous counterparts. Renowned for respecting fruit, Hungarian barrels offer winemakers a great option to impact the mouthfeel, structure and flavor of wine without stepping on the terroir of your grapes.  Due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds, you can feel secure storing your wine in Hungarian barrels longer than you can with other barrels. The slow process of micro oxygenation rounds the wine while various compounds in the wood such hemicellulose, lipids, and lignins are slowly integrated.  As most barrel makers know, the best source of wood for wine barrels is the oak grown in the territory of old-time Hungary, known as Slavonian oak. This rare, high-quality oak can be found in the Zemplén Mountains and in the Tokaj oak woods. The specific type of oak in those territories, and what is used in Balazs barrels, is the Quercus Petrea. This oak is characterised by a dense, hard structure combined with extra flavor. Forestry workers look after these forests with considerable expertise, and the forest density ratio in Hungary is 20–24%, with selective logging taking place between November and April. Once the wood is sourced, it is air dried and aged for 24-28 months before cooperage. Balázs Barrels is establishing a direct cooperation with the forestry workers, ensuring the continuous supply of the best quality oak, allowing them to source and work with the most excellent oak for wine barrel manufacturing from the foremost Hungarian forests. 20 L (5.28 gal) Height - 16.92" Head Diameter - 10.23" Abdomen Diameter - 12.79" Stave Thickness - 0.66 - 0.86" Bung Hole - 26 mm Empty Weight - 17.6 lbs Mild Toast Barrel hoops made from zinc-plated steel for corrosion resistance Rack included      

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Xoakers are 1" Solid Oak spheres made from American Oak and seasoned for a minimum of 36 months.  They will contribute a complex oak character while softening and rounding the wine as well.  What sets these apart though, are their shape and ease of use.  The uniform size allows for precise dosing, and easy removal once complete.  Whether you are using carboys or neutral barrels, additions are as simple as counting out however many Xoakers you need, and tossing them in.  Every vessel will be oaked to the same extent when using these, and no need to weigh them out! Removing them is as simple as turning over your carboy or barrel, and watching them roll out!  These can be used in both red and white wines, and are perfect for carboys, barrels, small tanks, and kegs.  Ideal oak for the home winemaker!  These Convection Toasted Medium Plus American Oak Xoakers are packed in Mylar bags, and will contribute various flavors depending on the wine. The 8 pack will treat 4-8 gallons & 1 lb will treat 30-60 gallons. Dosage: 1-2 Xoakers / Gallon (3.78 L) wine (depends on desired Oak Impact) Contact Time: 4 Month Minimum Recommended Useful Life in Wine: 12 Months Size: 1" Diameter Spheres, 60 American Oak Xoakers / lb Liquid Displacement: .09 gal (.35 L) Toast Level: Med +        

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Medium toast level oak chips used during fermentation for 1-2 months Made from winery quality Slavonian Oak Use at a starting rate of 1.5-3.5 oz per 5 gallons Winery quality Slavonian Oak chips with Medium level toast. Recommended for use during fermentation for 1-2 months. As a starting point use 1.5-3.5 oz per 5 gallons. Taste after two months and add more if needed. Balazs segments are made from Slavonian oak. Slavonian oak is grown in the area of Croatia that borders Hungary. While the area of Slavonia has changed hands many times, being under Hungarian control in the past, what has always remained constant is the quality of the oak grown in the region. Slavonian oak is beloved in Italy where it is widely used in the traditional and classic Italian wines of the Veneto, Tuscany and Piedmont.  It is known for having the utmost respect for the fruit which is why Italian producers extensively use this oak. This makes this oak extremely useful for home winemakers who, because of the small quantities being made, need to pay special attention to not over oaking their wine. Use: Fermentation Form: Chips - 0.15-1.5" Time of Contact: 1-2 months  Recommended Quantity: 0.3-0.7 oz/gal Type: Medium Toast

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Made from high-quality Slavonian oak sustainably sourced from Hungarian forests Superior in long term storage due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds Equivalent or superior quality compared to French Oak barrels at a much more affordable cost Zinc-plated steel barrel hoops for corrosion resistance Coopered by the world-renowned Balazs Nagy Balazs barrels is a long-trusted brand of Hungarian oak barrels coopered by the famous Balazs Nagy.  These barrels are equal or better in quality to French Oak barrels but available at a fraction of the cost of their more famous counterparts. Renowned for respecting fruit, Hungarian barrels offer winemakers a great option to impact the mouthfeel, structure and flavor of wine without stepping on the terroir of your grapes.  Due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds, you can feel secure storing your wine in Hungarian barrels longer than you can with other barrels. The slow process of micro oxygenation rounds the wine while various compounds in the wood such hemicellulose, lipids, and lignins are slowly integrated.  As most barrel makers know, the best source of wood for wine barrels is the oak grown in the territory of old-time Hungary, known as Slavonian oak. This rare, high-quality oak can be found in the Zemplén Mountains and in the Tokaj oak woods. The specific type of oak in those territories, and what is used in Balazs barrels, is the Quercus Petrea. This oak is characterised by a dense, hard structure combined with extra flavor. Forestry workers look after these forests with considerable expertise, and the forest density ratio in Hungary is 20–24%, with selective logging taking place between November and April. Once the wood is sourced, it is air dried and aged for 24-28 months before cooperage. Balázs Barrels is establishing a direct cooperation with the forestry workers, ensuring the continuous supply of the best quality oak, allowing them to source and work with the most excellent oak for wine barrel manufacturing from the foremost Hungarian forests. 56 L (14.8 gal) Height - 24" Head Diameter - 14.37" Abdomen Diameter - 18.3" Stave Thickness - 7/8 - 1" Bung Hole - 41 mm Empty Weight - 51 lbs Medium Toast Barrel hoops made from zinc-plated steel for corrosion resistance      

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Medium Plus toast level oak chips  Fire Toasted Made from Hungarian/Slovanian Oak Winery quality Slavonian Oak chips with Medium Plus level toast. Recommended for use during fermentation for 1-2 months. As a starting point use 1.5-3.5 oz per 5 gallons. Taste after two months and add more if needed. Balazs segments are made from Slavonian oak. Slavonian oak is grown in the area of Croatia that borders Hungary. While the area of Slavonia has changed hands many times, being under Hungarian control in the past, what has always remained constant is the quality of the oak grown in the region. Slavonian oak is beloved in Italy where it is widely used in the traditional and classic Italian wines of the Veneto, Tuscany and Piedmont.  It is known for having the utmost respect for the fruit which is why Italian producers extensively use this oak. This makes this oak extremely useful for home winemakers who, because of the small quantities being made, need to pay special attention to not over oaking their wine. Use: Fermentation Form: Chips - 4-40 mm Time of Contact: 1-2 months  Recommended Quantity: 0.3-0.7 oz/gal Type: Medium+ Toast

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Impart a perfect replication of barrel aromatics without the lengthy process of barrel ageing Consistent, repeatable results every time without the need to blend various barrels of product together Infuse oak aromatics into beer in minutes. Safe for use with low alcohol beers as there's no risk of infection that comes from barrel ageing beer below 12% ABV Increase the perceived quality of your wine without drastically increasing production overhead or lead time Eliminate the expensive, compounding loss of the "Angel's Share"—spirits typically lose 5-10% of their volume in barrels due to evaporation 2X Concentrate. This is a more concentrated extract than the standard Aroma Science extracts that requires approximately half the typical dosage Sweet and floral with fresh and dried fruit notes and hints of citrus zest. Smooth, sweet flavor with notes of baking spice and a touch of vanilla. More intense aromatics than the classic series. Use less. Aroma Science's internationally-patented Evaporative Extraction™ technology naturally captures complex aromatics from wine and whiskey barrels to create aroma profiles that are perfect copies of the original barrel source. Use to balance and boost oak aroma in beer, wine, spirits, ciders, seltzers, and traditional, reduced proofed, and nonalcoholic ready-to-drink cocktails. Typical recommended dosing in beer & wine is approximately 0.75-3 mL per gallon and anywhere from 2-30 mL per gallon with spirits. See AromaSciences.com for detailed dosing recommendations for Beer, Wine, and Spirits. Ingredients: Ethanol, Water, Oak Made in the USA

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Impart a perfect replication of barrel aromatics without the lengthy process of barrel ageing Consistent, repeatable results every time without the need to blend various barrels of product together Infuse oak aromatics into beer in minutes. Safe for use with low alcohol beers as there's no risk of infection that comes from barrel ageing beer below 12% ABV Increase the perceived quality of your wine without drastically increasing production overhead or lead time Eliminate the expensive, compounding loss of the "Angel's Share"—spirits typically lose 5-10% of their volume in barrels due to evaporation 2X Concentrate. This is a more concentrated extract than the standard Aroma Science extracts that requires approximately half the typical dosage Rum notes predominate with creamy sweet caramel and fruity notes with coconut and sweet spice. More intense aromatics than the classic series. Use less. Aroma Science's internationally-patented Evaporative Extraction™ technology naturally captures complex aromatics from wine and whiskey barrels to create aroma profiles that are perfect copies of the original barrel source. Use to balance and boost oak aroma in beer, wine, spirits, ciders, seltzers, and traditional, reduced proofed, and nonalcoholic ready-to-drink cocktails. Typical recommended dosing in beer & wine is approximately 0.75-3 mL per gallon and anywhere from 2-30 mL per gallon with spirits. See AromaSciences.com for detailed dosing recommendations for Beer, Wine, and Spirits. Ingredients: Ethanol, Water, Oak Made in the USA

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Made from high-quality Slavonian oak sustainably sourced from Hungarian forests Superior in long term storage due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds Equivalent or superior quality compared to French Oak barrels at a much more affordable cost Zinc-plated steel barrel hoops for corrosion resistance Coopered by the world-renowned Balazs Nagy Balazs barrels is a long-trusted brand of Hungarian oak barrels coopered by the famous Balazs Nagy.  These barrels are equal or better in quality to French Oak barrels but available at a fraction of the cost of their more famous counterparts. Renowned for respecting fruit, Hungarian barrels offer winemakers a great option to impact the mouthfeel, structure and flavor of wine without stepping on the terroir of your grapes.  Due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds, you can feel secure storing your wine in Hungarian barrels longer than you can with other barrels. The slow process of micro oxygenation rounds the wine while various compounds in the wood such hemicellulose, lipids, and lignins are slowly integrated.  As most barrel makers know, the best source of wood for wine barrels is the oak grown in the territory of old-time Hungary, known as Slavonian oak. This rare, high-quality oak can be found in the Zemplén Mountains and in the Tokaj oak woods. The specific type of oak in those territories, and what is used in Balazs barrels, is the Quercus Petrea. This oak is characterised by a dense, hard structure combined with extra flavor. Forestry workers look after these forests with considerable expertise, and the forest density ratio in Hungary is 20–24%, with selective logging taking place between November and April. Once the wood is sourced, it is air dried and aged for 24-28 months before cooperage. Balázs Barrels is establishing a direct cooperation with the forestry workers, ensuring the continuous supply of the best quality oak, allowing them to source and work with the most excellent oak for wine barrel manufacturing from the foremost Hungarian forests. 10 L (2.64 gal) Height - 13.58" Head Diameter - 8.26" Abdomen Diameter - 10.23" Stave Thickness - 0.51 - 0.71" Bung Hole - 20 mm Empty Weight - 9.9 lbs Mild Toast Barrel hoops made from zinc-plated steel for corrosion resistance Rack included      

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Oak Dominoes (longer contact time than cubes or chips) Medium Plus toast level  Fire Toasted by hand Made from winery quality Hungarian/Slavonian Oak These Balazs Oak dominoes feature Medium Plus level toast. Recommended for use during short term aging for 4-5 months. As a starting point use 1 oz per gallon. Taste after four months and add more if needed. Balazs segments are made from Slavonian oak. Slavonian oak is grown in the area of Croatia that borders Hungary. While the area of Slavonia has changed hands many times, being under Hungarian control in the past, what has always remained constant is the quality of the oak grown in the region. Slavonian oak is beloved in Italy where it is widely used in the traditional and classic Italian wines of the Veneto, Tuscany and Piedmont.  It is known for having the utmost respect for the fruit which is why Italian producers extensively use this oak. This makes this oak extremely useful for home winemakers who, because of the small quantities being made, need to pay special attention to not over oaking their wine. Use: Short Aging Form: Dominoes - 2" x 1" x 0.4" Time of Contact: 4-5 months Recommended Quantity:  0.8-1.1 oz/gal Type: Medium Plus Toast

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Made from high-quality Slavonian oak sustainably sourced from Hungarian forests Superior in long term storage due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds Equivalent or superior quality compared to French Oak barrels at a much more affordable cost Zinc-plated steel barrel hoops for corrosion resistance Coopered by the world-renowned Balazs Nagy Balazs barrels is a long-trusted brand of Hungarian oak barrels coopered by the famous Balazs Nagy.  These barrels are equal or better in quality to French Oak barrels but available at a fraction of the cost of their more famous counterparts. Renowned for respecting fruit, Hungarian barrels offer winemakers a great option to impact the mouthfeel, structure and flavor of wine without stepping on the terroir of your grapes.  Due to the tight grain and slow release of phenolic compounds, you can feel secure storing your wine in Hungarian barrels longer than you can with other barrels. The slow process of micro oxygenation rounds the wine while various compounds in the wood such hemicellulose, lipids, and lignins are slowly integrated.  As most barrel makers know, the best source of wood for wine barrels is the oak grown in the territory of old-time Hungary, known as Slavonian oak. This rare, high-quality oak can be found in the Zemplén Mountains and in the Tokaj oak woods. The specific type of oak in those territories, and what is used in Balazs barrels, is the Quercus Petrea. This oak is characterised by a dense, hard structure combined with extra flavor. Forestry workers look after these forests with considerable expertise, and the forest density ratio in Hungary is 20–24%, with selective logging taking place between November and April. Once the wood is sourced, it is air dried and aged for 24-28 months before cooperage. Balázs Barrels is establishing a direct cooperation with the forestry workers, ensuring the continuous supply of the best quality oak, allowing them to source and work with the most excellent oak for wine barrel manufacturing from the foremost Hungarian forests. 28 L (7.39 gal) Height - 19.68" Head Diameter - 11.61" Abdomen Diameter - 14.76" Stave Thickness - 0.66 - 0.86" Bung Hole - 41 mm Empty Weight - 44 lbs Medium Toast Barrel hoops made from zinc-plated steel for corrosion resistance      

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Oak Cubes allow for a more controlled and gradual infusion of flavors into your beverage during the aging process Cubes offer a more rapid oak infusion than full barrels due to their increased surface area relative to their volume Medium Plus toast imparts flavors of vanilla, mocha, toffee, spice, and butterscotch Ideal for long-term aging Oak cubes provide a nuanced and gradual release of their aromatic compounds, allowing for precise control over the development of your beverage's flavor. Their generous surface area promotes a deliberate and harmonious aging process, fostering the emergence of intricate flavors and enticing aromas over time. Medium Plus toast imparts flavors of vanilla, mocha, toffee, spice, and butterscotch. Oak Chips Inc. (OCI) specializes in providing premium oak alternatives, such as chips, cubes, and staves, for enhancing the flavor and aging process of wine, spirits, and beer. They source their oak from sustainable forests and offer various toast levels to help beverage makers achieve desired flavor profiles.

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Oak Dominoes (longer contact time than cubes or chips) Medium toast level  Fire Toasted by hand Made from winery quality Hungarian/Slavonian Oak These Balazs Oak dominoes feature Medium level toast. Recommended for use during short term aging for 4-5 months. As a starting point use 1 oz per gallon. Taste after four months and add more if needed. Balazs segments are made from Slavonian oak. Slavonian oak is grown in the area of Croatia that borders Hungary. While the area of Slavonia has changed hands many times, being under Hungarian control in the past, what has always remained constant is the quality of the oak grown in the region. Slavonian oak is beloved in Italy where it is widely used in the traditional and classic Italian wines of the Veneto, Tuscany and Piedmont.  It is known for having the utmost respect for the fruit which is why Italian producers extensively use this oak. This makes this oak extremely useful for home winemakers who, because of the small quantities being made, need to pay special attention to not over oaking their wine. Use: Short Aging Form: Dominoes - 2" x 1" x 0.4" Time of Contact: 4-5 months Recommended Quantity:  0.8-1.1 oz/gal Type: Medium Toast

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If you are looking for oak that produces flavors which are closer to true barrel quality, then these Stave Segments are just right for you. Less end-grain than traditional oak cube means a slower extraction time and a longer contact time, which will lead to a softer, more rounded mouthfeel. Many professional winemakers who have used these segments have said the flavors produced seemed more like those from regular staves in a barrel. The recommended ratio for 100% new barrel flavor is about .5 lb per 5 gallons of wine. Since the exraction is so slow, the minimum contact time is 16 weeks and they can be left on the wine for up to 18 months. Too large for carboys, please check out oak cubes or chips if using a carboy.

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Do you have a world class wine that deserves a world class barrel? This is the best 30 Gallon French barrel we have used ... let us tell you why! It starts with the oak... these smaller barrels are made from the same premium-quality French Oak used to produce all of the world class Saint Martin barrels. Tight grain and high in phenolic extractives that add body and texture to your wine. The toast... fire toasted to a unique Medium Long toast that is between a medium and medium plus toasting level. If we took a 30 gallon barrel and a 60 gallon barrel and toasted them to identical levels you would find that the 30 gallon barrel had more toast impact on your wine. It many cases the medium plus level in a 30 gallon barrel is too much for most wines. The unique Medium Long toast is a great solution. The toasting fire is kept at a lower intensity but the barrel actually stays on the fire longer than a medium plus toasted barrel would. This results in very rich flavors that will taste very similar to wine aged in a 60 gallon Medium Plus toasted barrel. Your fruit is respected and not stepped on and you impart great structure and rich toast flavors... ideal? Yes! Francois Saint-Martin, third generation cooper, crafts Bordeaux style barrels for winemakers throughout the world. His emphasis has always been a profound respect of the fruit notes in his low-impact and elegant barrels. Francois Saint-Martin personally inspects the wood in the forests of Vosges and Allier. As a traditional Bordeaux cooper, Francois Saint-Martin likes to find the tightest grain possible and blend the forest origins to combine their qualities. The barrel exteriors have been sanded to a smooth finish. Features 24 month air-dried, 20mm thick split oak staves Premium, blended Central France forest origins Medium Long toast for lighter, longer barrel impact Bung size approx. 1-10/16" Includes solid silicone bung Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine Manual on proper care and storage of oak barrels.

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This new American White Oak barrel is made by hand and flamed to a medium toast. A small oak barrel is great for ageing your homebrew, homemade wine or spirits. The exterior is raw unvarnished wood, so take care to keep your barrel in tip top shape. The care guide below will give you instructions on to prepare the barrel for first time use, and also how to keep it hydrated and sealed. Comes standard with a stainless steel spigot. Features: 10 L (2.64 gal) American White Oak Medium toast Raw Exterior (Non-Varnished) for easier leak prevention techniques Stainless Alloy Rings coated in a protective black coating Food grade reinforced plastic screw in cork Stainless steel spigot Barrel Wax Block Stand included KegLand Part Number: KL04664

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