225 L - 500 L SPIRIT BARREL PEAR
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PRODUCTION: France/Italy/Slovenia
WOOD/ORIGIN: Pear/Slovenia/Hungary
SIZE: 225 l/300 l/400 l/500 l
TOASTING: Light/Medium/Medium +/Heavy
DELIVERY TIME: on request
UNIQUE AROMA FOR YOUR SPIRITS
The pear tree (Pyrus communis) is a widely cultivated and utilized plant in Europe and Asia, valued not only for its delicious fruit but also for its precious wood. Pearwood is a rare yet remarkable choice in barrel construction, offering unique advantages for the maturation of spirits.
THE SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PEARWOOD
Pearwood is distinguished by its fine, even grain and warm, yellowish-reddish hue. It is particularly dense and hard, making it an ideal material for crafting spirit barrels. With its low porosity, it allows for slow, controlled aging and influences the spirit in a gentle manner.
EXCEPTIONAL AROMAS FOR MATURATION
Pearwood imparts a subtle yet complex variety of aromas to spirits. Its characteristic notes include a sweet, fruity profile with hints of ripe pear, honey, and delicate floral tones. These refined wood aromas enhance the spirit without overpowering it, making pearwood barrels ideal for fine fruit brandies, delicate whiskies, and experimental liqueurs.
TOASTING – CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE
We recommend using our pearwood barrels without toasting to preserve the wood’s natural aromatic qualities. However, for those seeking additional refinement, various toasting levels are available - from "Light" for a mild caramel note to "Heavy" for intense roasted flavors. This allows the barrel to be tailored to the specific spirit.
SUSTAINABILITY OF PEARWOOD
Another advantage of pearwood is its sustainability. Since pear trees serve both as fruit producers and wood sources, their cultivation follows sustainable forestry practices. The use of pearwood in barrel production ensures that this valuable natural resource is fully utilized without unnecessary waste.
AN EXCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE CHOICE
Pearwood barrels offer an exquisite alternative to traditional barrel woods like oak or chestnut. They impart a unique, gently fruity note to spirits and provide various options for flavor refinement through customizable toasting. At the same time, their sustainable sourcing contributes to an environmentally friendly spirit production.
Discover the exceptional qualities of pearwood barrels and give your spirit an extraordinary touch!
DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT/Ø BILGE/Ø HEAD):
225 L: 95 cm/69 cm/57 cm
300 L: 104 cm/75 cm/62 cm
400 L: 108 cm/84 cm/69 cm
500 L: 116 cm/89 cm/74 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.