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Triple the Wood, Triple the Fun: A Guide to Triple Cask Whisky

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Triple wood whisky is a unique and complex spirit that is gaining popularity among whisky enthusiasts. But what exactly is triple wood whisky and how is it made? In simple terms, triple wood whisky is a whisky that has been aged in three different types of barrels. The specific barrels used can vary, but they are often ex-bourbon barrels, ex-sherry barrels, and ex-wine barrels. The process of aging whisky in triple wood barrels is designed to create a complex and layered flavour profile. The whisky spends a period of time in each of the three different barrels, which allows it to pick up a variety of flavours and characteristics from each type of wood. One whisky, three barrels. The length of time that the whisky spends in each barrel can vary, and the specific barrels used and the order in which they are used can also affect the final flavour of the whisky. Some distillers may choose to age their triple wood whisky for a longer period of time in one type of barrel in order to emphasis...

Discover the Secret to Unlocking the Perfect Whisky Flavour: The Casks They Use!

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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...