PRODUCTION: Casknolia® Spain
WOOD/ORIGIN: Spanish Oak/Northern Spain
SIZE: 30/40 l/50 l/64 l/130 l
CHARRING: 1 - 3
DELIVERY TIME: approx. 30 work days

POWERFUL AROMATICS FOR DEMANDING MATURATION
High-quality Casknolia distillate barrels made from Spanish oak are specially designed for the maturation and finishing of premium spirits. Available in sizes from 30 L to 130 L, these oak casks provide ideal conditions for controlled aging processes, finishing projects, and small batches with intense cask influence.
Spanish oak is one of Europe’s most characterful barrel woods and is highly valued for its spicy, dry, and expressive aroma profile. It is ideal for producers looking to add greater depth, structure, and bold oak character to their distillates.
SPICY OAK NOTES & DISTINCTIVE CASK CHARACTER
Spanish oak gives spirits an intense and multi-layered aromatic profile. Typical characteristics include bold spice notes, subtle toasted aromas, and dry oak nuances with moderate tannin content.
The fine to medium grain structure of the wood ensures even and controlled maturation, allowing the distillate to interact harmoniously with the cask. Whisky, rum, brandy, and other premium spirits especially benefit from the expressive cask influence and structured oak profile.
The result is a complex and character-driven flavor profile with remarkable depth and precise oak integration.
30 L TO 130 L – IDEAL FOR PRECISE MATURATION CONCEPTS
The smaller barrel sizes create a highly active interaction between oak and spirit, allowing flavors to develop faster and with greater control than in traditional large casks.
These barrel sizes are ideal for craft distilleries, producers, and premium finishing projects requiring maximum control over maturation.
SUSTAINABLE SPANISH OAK FROM RESPONSIBLE FORESTRY
The Spanish oak used for these barrels comes from sustainably managed forests in northern Spain. Controlled harvesting and reforestation programs ensure the long-term preservation of natural resources.
Collaboration with certified forestry operations guarantees responsible sourcing and consistently high raw material quality for cooperage production.
TRADITIONAL COOPERAGE BY TONELERÍA DEL SUR
These barrels are produced by the renowned cooperage Tonelería del Sur in Montilla-Moriles, southern Spain. Founded in 1974 by master cooper Rafael Cabello, the family-owned company has been known for decades for premium barrel production and traditional craftsmanship.
Since 2005, the premium casks have been distributed internationally under the CASKNOLIA brand and are used worldwide by distilleries and premium spirit producers.
As an exclusive distribution partner, OAKBARRELS.SHOP provides direct access to these premium maturation casks. Various toasting and charring levels allow the barrels to be individually tailored to the desired flavor profile and maturation style.
SPANISH OAK FOR CHARACTER-DRIVEN DISTILLATES
Casknolia Spanish oak distillate barrels combine traditional cooperage craftsmanship, sustainable wood sourcing, and intense cask influence. They are the ideal choice for producers seeking a premium oak barrel with spicy aromatics, precise maturation performance, and versatile applications.
DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT/Ø BILGE/Ø HEAD):
30 L: 45 cm/35cm/32 cm
40 L: 54 cm/44 cm/35 cm
50 L: 56 cm/46 cm/37 cm
64 L: 60 cm/49 cm/39 cm
130 L: 80 cm/62 cm/48 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.