SPECIFICATION/ORIGIN: Blackcurrant Brandy/Ukraine
WOOD: French Oak
SIZE: 225 l
AGE: 7 -10 years
DIMENSIONS: Approx. 95 cm (Height)/69 cm (Ø Bilge)/57 cm (Ø Head)
LASER BRANDING (BARREL HEAD): Please select option above and upload your logo file.
SANDING: We also offer the option to have the exterior of your used barrel sanded. Please select this option above.
DELIVERY TIME: On Request
INTENSE BLACKCURRANT AROMATICS WITH DEPTH
Our blackcurrant casks are among the most expressive specialty barrels, defined by their intense, fruit-driven aroma profile. The previous maturation with premium blackcurrant liqueur (cassis) gives the oak a distinctive sensory signature that clearly sets it apart from classic wine, whisky, or brandy casks.
The result is a powerful, fruity, and elegant cask profile with strong identity and character.
DARK BERRY FRUIT & SUBTLE SWEETNESS
Typical for blackcurrant casks are pronounced notes of blackcurrant, cassis, and dark forest berries. This intense fruit character is supported by a natural sweetness that adds richness and depth to the profile.
The aromatics are complemented by a fine, slightly tart structure along with subtle oak and spice notes, creating balance and elegantly integrating the fruit. The result is a harmonious interplay of sweetness, fruit, and structure.
IDEAL FOR CREATIVE & EXPRESSIVE MATURATION
These specialty casks are ideal for the storage, aging, and finishing of a wide range of products. Spirits such as whisky, rum, or brandy particularly benefit from the intense fruit character and sweet-spicy depth.
Barrel-aged beers – especially bold or fruit-forward styles – gain exceptional aromatics and a distinctive flavor profile. These casks are perfect for innovative and experimental maturation concepts.
QUALITY & PREPARATION
All blackcurrant barrels are carefully selected, inspected, and professionally prepared. Particular attention is given to tightness, wood quality, and sensory performance to ensure optimal conditions for refilling.
Blackcurrant casks are the ideal choice for producers seeking a fruit-intense, sweet-driven, and truly unique aging barrel – aromatic, characterful, and unmistakable.
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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.