"WOODY" SPIRIT BARREL - GRAND AROMA TOASTING

PRODUCTION: France
WOOD/ORIGIN: European Oak
SIZE: 225 l/400 l
DELIVERY TIME: approx. 30 working days

GRAND AROMA TOASTING – INNOVATION IN OAK BARRELS
The art of toasting wooden barrels has always offered room for creativity and innovation. From this very aspiration, the unique GRAND AROMA TOASTING (GAT) process was developed – a new dimension in barrel refinement.

WHAT IS GAT?
GAT is a purely natural, patented process in which high-quality oak barrels are toasted using selected aromatic botanicals. Through precise application of heat, essential oils and aromas are deeply embedded into the wood. The result: entirely new aroma profiles and previously untapped potential for the maturation and aging of spirits.

THREE YEARS OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Over an intensive three-year research and development phase, a deep understanding was gained of the interaction between wood, heat, and botanicals. The potential of this innovative process is virtually limitless – GAT opens the door to an unprecedented variety of natural aromas in premium barrels.

CERTIFIED AND INTERNATIONALLY PROVEN
GAT is not only patented but also ISO 22000 certified for food safety. International pilot projects – especially in whisky and rum production – have already delivered impressive results.

EFFICIENT AND CUSTOMIZABLE
The maturation process can be precisely controlled and significantly accelerated: within just 4 to 6 months, the desired aromas develop harmoniously in the distillate. GAT barrels are ideal for finishing whisky, rum, tequila, brandy, and many other spirits.

CREATE YOUR OWN AROMA WORLD
With GAT, you can choose from a wide variety of botanicals to develop a unique flavor profile – tailored to your personal vision. You're also welcome to contribute your own ideas and regional botanicals. Maturation trials can be conducted using your own distillates – strictly confidential and supported by our team of experts.

CATEGORY "WOODY" – ELEGANT WOOD NOTES AND NATURAL DEPTH
The WOODY category stands for harmonious, nature-inspired aromas with a refined wood character. Botanicals such as chestnut, birch, and heather lend the distillate fine, warm nuances – ranging from mildly smoky to subtly sweet and resinous. This barrel refinement creates an elegant flavor structure that delivers both depth and delicacy.

The aromas in the WOODY category can be freely combined and finely tuned to your spirit – for balanced compositions with a distinctly natural wood profile.

DISCOVER THE FULL POTENTIAL OF WOOD, AROMA, AND TIME – WITH GRAND AROMA TOASTING.

DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT/Ø BILGE/Ø HEAD):
225 L: 95 cm/69 cm/57 cm
400 L: 108 cm/84 cm/70 cm

We also offer the option to combine aromas from different categories. Please contact us regarding this!

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.