When it comes to wine and whiskey – especially bourbon – the oak barrel reigns, not just as a container, but also for the ...

Wooden barrels are crucial for bourbon, where they serve as not just a container, but also as a key flavoring agent.

The deepest char, known as “alligator char” for its resemblance to gator hide, comes from burning the inside of the barrel ...

Part of the long barrel-making process is attributed to the fact ... but the most commonly used for barrel staves is American (or white) oak. The wood is notorious for being leak-proof but also ...

Making a barrel by hand is a precise science. And one family business in southern Spain has been perfecting the process since 1975. Tonelería Herfe makes thousands of artisanal wooden barrels for ...