Our wood for spirits
Oak and spirits go hand in hand… The contribution of wood to sublimate alcohols is well established. One magnifies the other by the addition of subtle aromas, a sensation of roundness, a beautiful amber colour…
Today, we go even further by offering a wide choice of wood for spirits allowing richer, more complex and bolder associations!
Natural wood
Aromatic wood
Naturally seasoned, without treatment
Arôtrad and Arôneo range
Arôtrad 
French Oak
Species:
- Sessile oak (Quercus sessiliflora),
- Pedunculate oak (Quercus robur)
Origin: France
Quality: New oak wood of cooperage quality, containing neither bark nor sapwood
- Complex and tasty notes of vanilla, toffee, caramel, coffee and contribution to structure
Our recommendations:
- Medium Toast (M)
- Heavy Toast (H)
American Oak
Specie:
- White oak (Quercus Alba)
Origin: USA
Quality: New oak wood of cooperage quality, containing neither bark nor sapwood
- Naturally very rich in vanilla, toffee, and delicately toasted notes with a smooth sensation of sweetness.
Our recommendations:
- Medium Toast (M)
- Heavy Toast (H)
Acacia
Specie:
- Acacia / Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia)
Origin: France
Quality: New wood, without bark
- Floral, refreshing and fruity notes
- Sweet woody taste
Our recommendation:
- Medium toast (M)
Chestnut
Specie:
- Chestnut (Castanea sativa)
Origin: France
Quality: New wood, without bark
- Very rich vanilla notes
- Tannic contribution for a nice structure
Our recommendation:
- Medium toast (M)
Cherry
Specie:
- Cherry (Prunus Avium)
Origin: France
Quality: New wood, without bark
- Cherry and Chestnut aromas
Our recommendation:
- Medium toast (M)
Arôneo
French Oak
Species:
- Sessile oak (Quercus sessiliflora),
- Pedunculate oak (Quercus robur)
Origin: France
Quality: New oak wood of cooperage quality, containing neither bark nor sapwood
Our recommendations:
- Douceur: rich in vanilla, caramel, hot bread aromas...
- Equilibre: elegant notes of caramel, liquorice and gingerbread ...
- Intense: powerful notes of spices, almond, liquorice, cocoa ...
Wood from Bourbon barrels
Exclusivity of our prestige range «BREW'OAK»
Quality of American oak combined with Bourbon
Finesse, richness and complexity of Arôneo recipes
Brew'Oak 
Bourbon
Specie:
- White oak (Quercus Alba)
Origin: USA
Quality: Wood from Bourbon barrels
Our recommendations:
- Brew’Oak Sweet: vanilla, coffee, roasted notes
- Brew’Oak Fresh: floral, coconut...
To bring a subtle and original touch to your spirit
Let your imagination run free with our ‘Spirits’ Selection ‘,
and give them a unique profile with refined aromas and delicate amber shade.
How to use our products with spirits:
Slow and natural method, maceration in the finished product:
Slow and natural method, maceration in the finished product: 1 to 3 g/L with a contact time of:
- 1 to 2 months for the medium size (M) and the all comer size (TV)
- up to 3 to 4 months for Cubes (C) and Blocks (B47).
Recommended harmonization time: 2 to 3 months and beyond…
- Long contact time
- Smooth extraction and gradual integration of the wood
Rapid and controlled method, with a concentrate at the end of maturation or storage:
Concentrate in an alcohol at 60-70% ABV at 50 g/L with a contact time of:
- 3 weeks to 1 month for the medium size (M) and the all comer size (TV). Reduction of the solution to 30-40% ABV and final blending with 1-10% of the concentrate depending on the desired impact.
Recommended harmonization time: minimum 1 month.
- Short contact time
- Contribution completely controlled at blending
Possible operating modes:
Free introduction
- In bulk- direct contact therefore optimized chips contact
Controlled introduction
- In infusion bags - controlled contact time & easy chip removal
Use of wood chips : the use of wood chips may be subject to specific regulations.
We recommend that you contact the competent authority for further information.
Packaging
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Species |
Sizes |
Infusettes |
Infusion bag |
Infusion bag |
Infusion bag |
Paper bag |
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225g
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1kg |
6kg |
8kg | 10kg |
20kg | 25kg |
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French oak American oak |
Chips: ● Extra-small size (XS) ● Medium size (M) |
 By 12 or 60 |
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By 1 or 3 |
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Acacia wood Chestnut wood Bourbon barrel wood |
Chips: ● All comer-size chips (TV) |
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By 1 or 3 |
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Cherry wood |
Chips: ● All comer-size chips (TV) |
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By 1 or 2 |
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French Oak
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● Cubes (C) |
By 12 or 60 |
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By 1 or 3 |
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French Oak
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● Blocks (B47) |
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By 1 or 3 |
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If our standard packaging does not meet your needs, technical and/or industrial constraints, we are ready to study with you a more suitable packaging … (big bag with or without emptying system…).
All our packaging in direct contact with the product are suitable for food contact
For transportation, our products are carefully packed and protected before shipping. Small packages are sent by express delivery service. Larger volumes are shipped on wrapped pallets that comply with the ISPM15 (heat treatment) standard.
Recommended storage conditions
Our products are best stored in a cool, clean and dry place, away from strong odours, chemical products, humidity, bright light and any source of heat.
