225 L - 500 L SPIRIT BARREL WILD CHERRY

PRODUCTION: France/Slovenia/Hungary
WOOD/ORIGIN: Wild Cherry/Slovenia/Hungary
SIZE: 225 l/300 l/400 l/500 l
TOASTING: Light/Medium/Medium +/Heavy
DELIVERY TIME: approx. 30 work days

FRUITY CHARACTER MEETS CRAFTSMANSHIP
Cherry wood barrels offer distilleries a fascinating alternative to traditional oak, opening up new flavor perspectives. The wood of the wild or sweet cherry belongs to the group of medium-weight woods with a medium-coarse pore structure and impresses with its harmonious balance of fruit, spice, and structure. During barrel aging, it develops a distinctly fruit-forward and finely sweet-and-sour aroma profile that pairs excellently with a wide range of spirits.

AROMATIC CHARACTERISTICS – SWEETNESS, FRUIT, AND ELEGANT ACIDITY
As spirits mature in cherry wood, they develop a complex profile with fruity notes reminiscent of ripe cherries, dark berries, and dried fruits. At the same time, the wood imparts a subtle, elegant acidity that enhances the natural freshness of the spirit and creates a well-balanced flavor. Fine vanilla notes, light wood spice, and a soft, almost velvety finish complete the profile. These qualities shine particularly well in fruit brandies, grappa, grain spirits, or innovative liqueur compositions.

MATURATION WITH CHARACTER – FOR SPIRITS WITH DEPTH
The more open structure of cherry wood supports moderate oxygen exchange, leading to gentle, even maturation. Unlike oak, the focus here is not on wood spice, but on enhancing and refining the existing spirit profile. Aging in cherry barrels lends spirits a finely structured depth and an elegant mouthfeel – ideal for producers in search of subtle sophistication.

SUSTAINABILITY – A WOOD WITH A FUTURE
Our cherry wood barrels are made from sustainably managed forests in Europe. The careful selection of wood ensures not only optimal sensory properties but also ecological responsibility. Wild cherry is a renewable resource that thrives in mixed forests and contributes to biodiversity. By using this noble wood, we support environmentally friendly and future-oriented barrel production.

HANDCRAFTED QUALITY – TAILORED TO CUSTOMER NEEDS
Each barrel is crafted by our experienced master coopers using traditional methods – customized to meet the specific requirements of our clients. Whether toast level, barrel size, or maturation goals: production is carried out with precision, care, and the highest quality standards. Only after thorough final inspection are the barrels shipped to distilleries around the world.

CHERRY BARRELS – FLAVOR DIVERSITY WITH DEPTH
A cherry wood barrel is an invitation to experiment – and at the same time a tool for the finest expression of flavor. It gives spirits exceptional depth, fruity freshness, and refined elegance. For those seeking a distinctive aging partner, cherry wood offers an exclusive, sustainable, and flavor-rich solution.

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

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.