{"product_id":"raki-fass","title":"225 L RAKI BARREL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(69, 49, 53);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION\/ORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raki\/Turkey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWOOD:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Oak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 225 l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 - 6 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 95 cm (Height)\/69 cm (Ø Bilge)\/57 cm (Ø Head)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #453135;\"\u003eDELIVERY TIME:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #453135;\"\u003eApprox. 20 working days\u003c\/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA WORLD FIRST FOR EXTRAORDINARY MATURATION PROJECTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese 225L Raki casks made from French oak are among the most exceptional specialty barrels ever released for reuse. Originally used to mature a premium, multiple-distilled Raki, they are now becoming available on the international cask market for the very first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil now, barrels of this type have been virtually impossible to obtain, making them an extraordinary rarity even for experienced distilleries and cask collectors. Whether comparable casks will ever become available again remains uncertain. This presents a unique opportunity for producers seeking a truly distinctive cask profile with exceptional rarity and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eANISE, HERBS \u0026amp; DELICATE FRUIT – A TRULY UNIQUE FLAVOR PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring the maturation of premium anise spirit, these casks developed a remarkable sensory signature deep within the oak. They deliver distinctive sweet anise aromas complemented by subtle notes of dried tropical fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHints of fresh mint and dried hay add freshness and aromatic complexity, while the French oak contributes elegant tannins, delicate vanilla notes, and refined oak spice. Together, these elements create a beautifully balanced and highly distinctive flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a cask unlike traditional whisky, rum, or wine barrels, opening entirely new possibilities for innovative maturation and finishing programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIDEAL FOR PREMIUM SPIRITS \u0026amp; CREATIVE FINISHING PROJECTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese rare Raki casks are ideally suited for the maturation, finishing, and aging of premium spirits, including whisky, rum, brandy, fruit brandies, and other craft distillates. Producers looking to create distinctive flavor profiles will benefit from the unique combination of anise, herbal complexity, fruit character, and elegant French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are equally well suited for barrel-aged beers, ciders, and experimental beverage projects, adding an unmistakable aromatic signature that sets finished products apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRENCH OAK WITH REFINED STRUCTURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fine-grained French oak provides controlled oxygen exchange and a refined integration of oak character throughout the maturation process. It enhances the distinctive anise and fruit notes without overpowering them, adding elegance, structure, and depth to the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes these casks equally suitable for extended maturation as well as expressive finishing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAREFULLY SELECTED \u0026amp; PROFESSIONALLY PREPARED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery Raki cask is carefully inspected and professionally prepared for reuse. Particular attention is given to watertightness, oak quality, and sensory performance to ensure every barrel meets the highest standards for premium maturation projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR EXCLUSIVE CASK PROJECTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese 225L French Oak Raki Casks are far more than ordinary maturation barrels. They combine the elegance of premium French oak with the exceptionally rare flavor profile of a high-quality anise spirit, creating a maturation potential unlike anything currently available on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor producers seeking an exclusive cask with remarkable character, authenticity, and rarity, this is a unique opportunity that may never be repeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #976a4d;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.webshopapp.com\/shops\/303912\/files\/381329859\/guidelines-used-barrels-oakbarrelsshop.pdf\" title=\"Guidelines for Used Barrels\" style=\"color: #976a4d;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOWNLOAD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guidelines for Used Barrels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-block=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(220, 41, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"9\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sale of our products is exclusively to businesses or commercial customers as defined in §14 of the German Civil Code (BGB). 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