Premium French & American Oak Barrels for Exceptional Beverage Ageing
Unlock the full potential of your beverages with our high-quality French and American oak barrels. Perfect for ageing whisky, wine, beer, rum, and other spirits, these barrels enhance flavours, add depth, and create a smooth, well-rounded finish. Whether you’re a home-brew, winemaker, or distillery professional, our barrels are designed to elevate your craft.
Why Choose French & American Oak Barrels?
Oak barrels play a crucial role in ageing, infusing beverages with complex aromas, tannins, and a unique character. French and American oak are the top choices among winemakers, brewers, and distillers worldwide.
French Oak Barrels – Elegance & Subtle Complexity
French oak barrels are known for their fine grain and refined, nuanced flavours. They impart delicate tannins, offering a silky mouthfeel with notes of vanilla, spice, and soft toasted wood. These barrels are widely used for ageing high-end wines and spirits, allowing for a slow, gradual extraction of flavours that create an elegant and well-balanced profile.
Benefits of French Oak:
Subtle, refined flavour with hints of vanilla and spice
Soft, smooth tannins for a luxurious texture
Ideal for wine, brandy and light-bodied sprits
American Oak Barrels – Bold & Rich Flavors
American oak barrels are famous for their more pronounced characteristics, featuring a wider grain that allows for greater interaction between the wood and the liquid. These barrels produce robust flavours of caramel, coconut, butterscotch, and sweet vanilla, making them perfect for whisky, bourbon, and full-bodied wines.
Benefits of American Oak:
Stronger flavour extraction with bold vanilla and caramel notes
Faster ageing process due to its wider grain
Ideal for whisky, bourbon, and rich red wines
Handcrafted for Superior Ageing
Our French and American barrels are meticulously handcrafted by skilled coopers using traditional techniques. Each barrel is toasted to perfection, enhancing its ability to transform your beverage with complex layers of aroma and taste.
Available Sizes & Customization
We offer a range of barrel sizes, from small 5-litre barrels for home ageing projects to large 225-litre barrels used in commercial wineries and distilleries. Custom branding and engraving options are available for those who want a personalised touch.
Perfect for Winemakers, Brewers & Distillers
Whether you’re a professional winemaker, craft brewer, or home enthusiast, our barrels are designed to meet the highest industry standards. The natural qualities of French and American oak will help you create a signature taste that stands out.