SPECIFICATION/ORIGIN: Rye Whiskey/MGP Distillery®/Indiana, USA
WOOD: American Oak
SIZES: 27 l/55 l/110 l (resized)
AGE: 4 - 6 years (original cask)
DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT/ Ø BILGE/Ø HEAD):
27L: 48 cm/38cm/33 cm
55L: 66 cm/42 cm/34 cm
110L: 78 cm/59 cm/47 cm
LASER BRANDING (BARREL HEAD): Please select option above and upload your logo file.
DELIVERY TIME: On Request
CLEAR SPICE & PRECISION IN COMPACT FORMAT
Our reconstructed barrels made from original MGP Distillery rye whiskey casks stand for maximum control, precise aromatics, and professional maturation conditions in a compact format. Using traditional cooperage craftsmanship, carefully selected, previously used barrels are transformed into premium aging casks with capacities of 27, 55, and 110 liters.
These small-format barrels are ideal for projects where speed, precision, and a clearly defined cask influence are essential.
TIGHT STRUCTURE & CLASSIC RYE SPICE
The original maturation with MGP Distillery rye whiskey gives the oak a bold, dry, and complex flavor profile. At its core is the distinct rye spice, supported by subtle herbal notes, gentle sweetness, and elegant spice nuances.
Hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of fresh mint add complexity, while the oak structure provides depth and stability. The result is a precise, expressive cask profile with strong identity.
EFFICIENT DESIGN FOR INTENSE MATURATION
For reconstruction, original rye whiskey barrels are professionally dismantled, the staves shortened, and reassembled into smaller casks. The reduced volume increases the wood-to-liquid contact surface.
This design leads to faster and more intense flavor development, allowing targeted control of the maturation process – ideal for modern and dynamic production approaches.
CRAFTSMANSHIP & RELIABLE QUALITY
Each reconstructed barrel is carefully refurbished by experienced coopers. The wood components are inspected, the barrel bodies rebuilt, and the hoops adjusted or renewed.
The focus is on structural integrity, tightness, and sensory performance to ensure consistently high quality and reproducible results.
IDEAL FOR CHARACTER-DRIVEN PROJECTS
These reconstructed MGP rye whiskey casks are ideal for the storage and finishing of whisky, rum, brandy, or other distillates. Projects focused on spice, freshness, and structure particularly benefit from this cask profile.
Barrel-aged beers and ciders also gain a modern, distinctive character from the dry herbal spice and clean aromatics.
Rebuilt MGP rye whiskey casks are the ideal choice for producers seeking a precise, spicy, and high-performance small-format aging barrel – clearly structured, efficient, and highly versatile.
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