BARRIQUES and other PREMIUM oak barrels for wine, whisky or beer are
hand-made using the traditional techniques of the Polish Cooper Master,
following a tradition spanning back from 1773 across many generations.
A high standard of finishing guarantees that they'll meet the requirements
expected for storing drinks. These classic barrels for maturing wine or
whisky, made of oak timber and seasoned under natural conditions for at
least one year (oak timber seasoned for longer, e.g. 2 years, is available
on request). The barrels are produced from 120 year old oak from Pomerania
in the north of Poland, and have a natural grain of 2-4 growth rings per
cm. The barrel's staves are fire- bent and are burned out from the inside
with varying degrees of intensity (gentle, mild, strong etc). The barrelhead
may also be burned out too. The barrels' hoops are made of galvanized
steel and, in the case of the smaller capacity, brass or stainless steel.
As one of only a few made in Poland, barrels are specifically crafted
if they are to be used only for storing beer. In this case, special 'brewery
wax' is used, which creates a sealed layer inside the barrel preventing
direct- and unwanted- contact between the beer and the oak wood. For these
beer kegs, professional beer taps made of precious steel can be added.
Additionally, the barrel may be made of thickened staves, similar to those
used in old fashioned barrels that were used for transportation. The standard
barrel / keg is made entirely ecologically without the use of any glues,
impregnates or paints. Staining and/or impregnation is also possible upon
request, as is logo burning, engraving etc. Available capacities range
from 0.5L (beer mugs, small barrels suitable for St. Bernard dogs) to
over 500L, and even 10,000L.
High quality oak barrels and tapped kegs for wine, whisky and beer,
hand-made using the same traditional techniques of the Polish cooper over
many generations. Made only from Polish oak seasoned under natural conditions,
the barrels come with blackened hoops made of galvanized steel and are
coated with a special matt paint that does not react with lightly stained
wood. They come equipped with massive, hand-made, wooden taps and are
sealed with a natural cork. We can improve them for you with a rinsing
and an application of sulfuratine that removes accumulated tanning agents
and other substances that could effect the taste of the drinks contained
within.
Kegs and barrels available with capacities from 5 to 300L.
Pouring kegs (barrels with a tap and base), made of oak with a variety
of finishes and fitted with wooden and metal taps. In the standard package
all barrels are sealed with brewery wax, creating a sealed layer inside
the barrel that prevents direct- and unwanted- contact between the beer
and the oak wood. For beer and home-brew, threaded taps and bungs may
also be fitted for protection against gas pop-out. The barrels may also
be made of thickened staves, similar to those used in the old fashioned
barrels that were used for transportation. All are available on a low
deck-chair or cross base. An unlimited range of decorations are also possible,
such as burnt-out engraving and/or logo or informational painting. Barrels
available with capacities ranging from 5 to 30L.
Unique oak mini-barrels for beer are hand-made using the traditional
techniques of the Polish Cooper Master, following a tradition spanning
back from 1773 across many generations. These tankards are made identically
as bigger Premium barrels of oak timber and seasoned under natural conditions.
Staves are fire- bent; hoops are made of galvanized or brass steel. A
special ecologically 'brewery wax' is used inside, which creates a sealed
layer inside the barrel preventing direct- and unwanted- contact between
the beer and the oak wood. Capacity 0,6L, but also available 1L. Logo
burning possible.
Old fashionable mugs of characteristic 'churn' shape are similar to those
middle-aged. Straight staves are not fire- bent. Different wood is available:
mainly oak, alder, birch or iroko (kambala). Wood can be stained / impregnated.
Hoops are made of black, galvanized or stainless steel. A handle design
can be different upon request. A 'brewery wax' can be used on the bottom.
Logo burning possible.
