Welcome To Our Barrels Farm Shop - Try our new Toasted Cup!
Quantity | Price per item | Discount |
2 items | $20.00 | 20% off |
Our toasted white oak cup is the ultimate drinking experience. With the toasted inside, your spirits will pick up the oak flavoring and add the unique flavoring of the oak. With the 1/4" thick sides, the cup could be re-toasted at a later date if you wish. Cup is 4.25" tall and 3.25" wide at the top. Holds 9 oz.
Toasting and charring the interior of a barrel cause complex chemical reactions in the wood. These processes break down cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin in the wood, creating compounds that impart desirable flavors to the whiskey. For example, toasting can produce vanillin, which adds vanilla notes, while charring can contribute caramel and smoky flavors.
Charred barrels act as natural filters. The charcoal layer inside the barrel can absorb and remove unwanted compounds and impurities from the whiskey, resulting in a smoother and more refined final product.
The toasting and charring processes facilitate the interaction between the whiskey and the wood. This interaction helps in the development of more complex flavors through processes like oxidation and esterification.
In summary, toasting and charring the insides of whiskey cup can enhance the whiskey’s flavor and overall quality, just as the barrel does. Drinking from a toasted wooden cup can offer a unique sensory experience, with the feel of the wood and the subtle toasted notes adding to the enjoyment.