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Oak Infusion Spirals for Barrel-Aged Flavor at Home
Bring the complexity of barrel aging to your home brewery with Oak Infusion Spirals. These all-natural wood spirals are crafted to impart deep, layered flavors into your beer, wine, cider, or spirits—without the need for a full barrel setup.
Each spiral is precision-cut to maximize surface area and ensure even extraction during fermentation or conditioning. Simply add to your fermenter, secondary, or aging vessel for authentic oak character and aroma.
Available Wood Varieties
- American Oak – Classic vanilla, caramel, and toasted coconut notes. Available in multiple toast levels.
- French Oak – Adds refined tannins, spice, and a smooth mouthfeel ideal for wine or mead.
- Amburana Wood – A Brazilian hardwood offering warm spice, vanilla, and cinnamon complexity.
- Sugar Maple – Adds subtle sweetness and smooth character to dark beers or spirits.
Why Use Oak Spirals Instead of Barrels?
- Easy to Use – Drop directly into your fermenter or carboy for effortless flavor infusion.
- Faster Results – Greater surface contact accelerates aging and flavor development.
- Customizable Flavor – Choose toast levels from light to charred for different intensity and aroma.
- Space Efficient – Enjoy barrel-like depth without bulky storage or equipment.
Recommended Pairings
- American Oak Medium Toast – Great for stouts, porters, and bourbon barrel-style ales.
- French Oak Medium Toast – Perfect for red wine, mead, or cider.
- Amburana Light Toast – Enhances spiced beers, brown ales, and high-gravity brews.
- Sugar Maple Light Toast – Adds warmth and sweetness to whiskeys or dark lagers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use oak infusion spirals?
Add the spiral directly to your fermenter, secondary, or aging vessel. Allow it to soak for 2–8 weeks depending on desired flavor intensity.
Do I need to sanitize the spiral before use?
Yes. Briefly soak in boiling water or a sanitized solution before adding it to your batch to avoid contamination.
How many spirals do I need?
One spiral typically flavors 3–6 gallons of liquid. Adjust based on batch size and desired oak intensity.
Can I reuse oak spirals?
Spirals can be reused once or twice, though flavor extraction diminishes with each use.
What’s the difference between toast levels?
Light toast adds gentle vanilla and wood notes, medium brings caramelized sweetness, and heavy or charred toast creates smoky, roasted flavors.
Bring Barrel Character to Your Brew
Get authentic, complex aging results with Oak Infusion Spirals—a convenient and reliable way to transform your next batch of beer, wine, or spirits. Experience the craft of barrel aging without the wait.
