28 L - 112 L SPIRIT BARREL HUNGARIAN OAK

PRODUCTION: Hungary/Slovenia/Italy
WOOD/ORIGIN: Hungarian Oak/Hungary
SIZE: 28 l/56 l/112 l
TOASTING: Light/Medium/Medium +/Heavy
DELIVERY TIME: approx. 20 work days

ELEGANT MATURATION WITH CHARACTER
Our Hungarian oak distillate barrels combine traditional cooperage craftsmanship with outstanding maturation properties for premium spirits. Available in 28 L, 56 L, and 112 L, these oak casks are ideal for the storage, maturation, and finishing of whisky, rum, brandy, fruit brandy, and other distillates.

Hungarian oak is among the most sought-after European barrel woods and is highly valued for its balanced aromatics, refined spice, and elegant oak integration. It offers a characterful alternative to French or American oak and enables precise, harmonious cask maturation.

REFINED SPICE, VANILLA & BALANCED OAK AROMATICS
The grain structure of Hungarian oak ensures a controlled interaction between spirit and cask, creating a complex yet harmonious aroma profile during maturation.

Typical characteristics include subtle vanilla notes, delicate toasted aromas, and elegant spicy oak nuances, adding depth and structure without overpowering the spirit’s original character.

Whisky, rum, and brandy particularly benefit from the balanced combination of spice, oak influence, and gentle sweetness that makes Hungarian oak unique.

28 L, 56 L & 112 L – IDEAL BARREL SIZES FOR CONTROLLED MATURATION
The smaller barrel sizes allow for faster and more intense flavor development compared to traditional large casks. The increased wood-to-liquid contact surface enables highly precise control over the maturation process.

These sizes are ideal for craft distilleries, small-batch producers, and demanding finishing or maturation projects.

SUSTAINABLY SOURCED OAK FROM HUNGARY
The oak used for these barrels comes from sustainably managed Hungarian forests. Controlled forestry and targeted reforestation ensure the long-term preservation of natural resources.

Partnerships with certified forestry operations guarantee responsible wood sourcing and consistently high oak quality for cooperage production.

TRADITIONAL COOPERAGE & PRECISE CRAFTSMANSHIP
Our Hungarian oak distillate barrels are crafted with exceptional precision and traditional cooperage expertise. Carefully selected oak and individually tailored toasting levels allow precise adaptation to the desired maturation profile.

Before delivery, each barrel is thoroughly inspected to ensure the highest standards of tightness, stability, and maturation performance.

HUNGARIAN OAK FOR PREMIUM DISTILLATES
Hungarian oak distillate barrels combine traditional barrel-making, sustainable wood sourcing, and elegant cask influence. They are the ideal choice for producers seeking a versatile and characterful oak barrel for whisky, rum, brandy, and other premium spirits.

DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT/Ø BILGE/Ø HEAD):
28 L: 50 cm/38 cm/30 cm
56 L: 61 cm/47 cm/37 cm
112 L: 75 cm/56 cm/46 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.