30 L - 100 L SPIRIT BARREL PEAR

PRODUCTION: France/Italy/Slovenia
WOOD/ORIGIN: Pear/Slovenia/Hungary
SIZE: 30 l/40 l/50 l/60 l/100 l
TOASTING: Light/Medium/Medium +/Heavy
DELIVERY TIME: on Request

DELICATE FRUIT AROMATICS FOR EXCEPTIONAL SPIRITS
Pear wood distillate barrels in sizes from 30 L to 100 L are among the rarest and most intriguing alternatives in modern spirit maturation. The prized wood of the pear tree is known for its dense structure and exceptionally subtle, elegant cask influence. This makes it ideal for spirits whose original character should be preserved while being naturally refined and enhanced.

For craft distilleries, boutique producers, and innovative maturation projects, pear wood barrels offer exciting opportunities to create truly distinctive flavor profiles.

RIPE PEAR, HONEY & FLORAL NUANCES
The unique strength of pear wood lies in its refined and balanced aromatic profile. During maturation, delicate fruit notes develop, reminiscent of ripe pears, light orchard fruits, and blossom honey.

These aromas are complemented by gentle floral nuances and a subtle natural sweetness that adds harmony and elegance to the spirit. Unlike many other barrel woods, pear wood remains pleasantly restrained, enhancing the distillate without overpowering its original character.

The result is an elegant and multi-layered spirit with fine fruit expression and exceptional balance.

DENSE WOOD STRUCTURE FOR CONTROLLED MATURATION
Pear wood features a particularly fine grain and high density, resulting in slower and more controlled maturation compared to many other wood species.

Gentle micro-oxidation supports the development of complex aromas while ensuring a smooth and harmonious integration of flavors. These characteristics make pear wood barrels especially attractive for premium spirits with delicate and nuanced flavor profiles.

30 L TO 100 L – IDEAL FOR SMALL BATCHES & FINISHING PROJECTS
The available barrel sizes allow precise control over maturation intensity and aging duration. These formats are perfectly suited for artisanal spirit production, limited releases, and specialized finishing programs.

CUSTOM TOASTING OPTIONS
For many applications, pear wood is best used without toasting to preserve its natural fruit character and subtle elegance.

However, barrels can also be produced with various toasting levels upon request. This allows additional notes of caramel, honey, and gentle toast to develop, enabling producers to tailor the cask influence to the specific spirit.

SUSTAINABLY SOURCED EUROPEAN PEAR WOOD
The pear wood used for our barrels is sourced from sustainably managed European forests and orchards. Responsible resource management ensures the careful use of this valuable natural material while supporting environmentally conscious production practices.

The combination of sustainable sourcing and durable craftsmanship results in barrels that meet both ecological and quality standards.

HANDCRAFTED QUALITY FOR DEMANDING PRODUCERS
Each pear wood barrel is handcrafted with exceptional care and thoroughly inspected before delivery. Precision manufacturing ensures excellent tightness, durability, and consistent maturation performance.

The result is a premium-quality distillate barrel suitable for professional distilleries as well as ambitious craft spirit projects.

IDEAL FOR FRUIT BRANDIES, WHISKY, LIQUEURS & SPECIALTY SPIRITS
Pear wood barrels are particularly well suited for fruit brandies, whisky, grain spirits, liqueurs, grappa, and other premium distillates. Spirits with fruit-forward or floral characteristics especially benefit from the elegant cask influence and gentle sweetness of the wood.

For producers seeking an exceptional alternative to oak, chestnut, or acacia, pear wood offers a fascinating opportunity to create new and distinctive flavor dimensions.

PEAR WOOD BARRELS – DELICATE, FRUITY & TRULY UNIQUE
With their harmonious combination of fruit character, elegance, and subtle wood influence, pear wood distillate barrels open new possibilities for the maturation of premium spirits. A rare and distinctive choice for producers who value individuality, quality, and sensory refinement.

DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT/Ø BILGE/Ø HEAD):
30 L: 48 cm/44 cm/38 cm
40 L: 50 cm/46 cm/40 cm
50 L: 53 cm/49 cm/43 cm
60 L: 56 cm/52 cm/46 cm
100 L: 69 cm/59 cm/52 cm

DOWNLOAD: Guidelines for new barrels

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Our products are exclusively sold to businesses or traders as defined by § 14 of the German Civil Code. Consumers are expressly excluded from entering into any contract. Please note that actual barrels or casks may vary from the sample images shown. All prices are listed as net per unit, ex works, and are subject to availability.