225 L - 500 L SPIRIT BARREL HUNGARIAN OAK
PRODUCTION: France/Hungary
WOOD/ORIGIN: Hungarian Oak/Hungary
SIZE: 225 l/300 l/400 l/500 l
TOASTING: Light/Medium/Medium +/Heavy
LASER BRANDING (barrel head): Please select the option above and email us your logo file separately to [email protected] stating the order number.
DELIVERY TIME: Approx. 30 working days
Hungarian oak distillation barrels stand for powerful, structured maturation and are among the proven classics in professional cooperage. Hungarian oak has been used for generations in wine aging and has long since established itself in the maturation of distillates. Its balanced interaction of tannins, natural oak sweetness, and subtle spice makes it a sought-after alternative to French or American oak - especially for larger barrel volumes.
The wood is sourced from sustainably managed oak forests in Hungary and is characterized by a dense, uniform grain structure. During aging in a Hungarian oak distillation barrel, the spirit develops a pronounced, full-bodied character with clear aromatic definition. Spicy notes, subtle hints of vanilla, and a well-integrated tannin structure add depth, length, and stability to the flavor profile. In barrel sizes of 225 liters, 300 liters, 400 liters, and 500 liters, the oak influence remains controlled and harmonious, making these barrels ideal for longer maturation periods, primary aging, and larger production volumes.
Our new Hungarian oak distillation barrels are handcrafted by experienced international master coopers. French cooperage masters source the wood directly from selected, sustainably managed forests in Hungary and precisely adapt barrel construction, processing, and design to the requirements of professional distillate maturation. Before delivery, every oak barrel undergoes a comprehensive quality inspection to ensure tightness, wood quality, and flawless craftsmanship.
By choosing a new Hungarian oak distillation barrel from OAKBARRELS.SHOP, you invest in a versatile large-format barrel that combines structure, expressive aging potential, and reliability - an ideal solution for distilleries and producers seeking classic oak character with a distinctive profile and high artisanal quality.
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
NOTE: Our products are only sold to companies or traders following § 14 of the German Civil Code. Consumers are clearly excluded from completion of a contract! Actual barrels/casks may differ from displayed sample images! Net prices per unit ex works. Subject to availability.
