French White Oak Chips | Light Toasted | 4 oz

French Oak Chips (Light Toast) – 4 oz: Elegant Oak, Subtle and Refined

Add a refined, nuanced oak layer to your beverage with French Oak Chips (Light Toast). French oak is often chosen for a more subtle, elegant impression that supports aroma and structure without dominating the base.

Flavor Profile

• Character: Gentle oak, subtle vanilla, soft spice, delicate toast
• Great For: Mead, white wine, rosé, cider, farmhouse styles, spirits
• Why Chips: Faster extraction with easy control through frequent tasting

How to Use

• Recommended Dosage: 0.5 - 0.8 oz per gallon
• When to Add: Secondary/aging, or late fermentation once primary slows
• Pro Tip: Use a lighter dose for delicate beverages and let the base shine

Recommended Aging Time

• Typical Contact Time: 1 week - 6 weeks
• Can Be Faster: Some beverages pick up noticeable oak in as little as 3 - 7 days
• Taste Schedule: Taste every 3 - 7 days and remove the chips before the oak gets too intense
• Important: Every beverage is different—it's easy to add more oak later, but hard to “un-oak” an over-oaked batch

Product Details

• Oak Type: French Oak
• Toast Level: Light Toast
• Size: 4 oz package

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