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Whisky is a spirit that is aged in oak barrels for a period of time before it is bottled and sold. The type of cask used for aging can have a significant impact on the final flavour and characteristics of the whisky. In this blog post, we'll explore the different types of casks that are commonly used for aging whisky. Ex-Bourbon One of the most common types of casks used for aging whisky is the ex-bourbon barrel. These barrels are typically made from American oak and have previously been used to age bourbon. When whisky is aged in ex-bourbon barrels, it picks up flavours from the wood as well as any residual bourbon that may be left in the barrel. The flavours imparted by ex-bourbon barrels are typically sweet, with notes of vanilla and caramel. ex-sherry Another type of cask that is commonly used for aging whisky is the ex-sherry barrel. These barrels are made from European oak and have previously been used to age sherry. Whisky aged in ex-sherry barrels tends to have a rich, frui