Hungarian Oak Cubes – Medium Toast (3 oz) | Barrel-Aged Depth for Beer & Spirits

Unlock rich barrel-aged flavors with Hungarian Oak—smooth, balanced, and full of character

Authentic barrel-aged complexity in every batch. These Hungarian Oak Cubes (Medium Toast) provide rich, layered flavors reminiscent of traditional barrel aging. Ideal for brewing, winemaking, and distilling, these premium oak cubes allow you to achieve the depth and complexity of barrel aging without needing an actual barrel.

Enhance Your Beer, Wine, or Spirits with Oak Aging

Hungarian Oak is highly regarded for its balanced and refined flavor contributions, offering a smoother, more nuanced character compared to American or French oak. With a medium toast level, these cubes impart notes of vanilla, caramel, spice, and light roasted wood.

Perfect for Brewing & Distilling

These ½” x ½” oak cubes are ideal for use in a variety of applications:

• Homebrewing: Adds depth and complexity to stouts, porters, strong ales, barleywines, and sours.
• Winemaking: Perfect for imparting vanilla and spice to red wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Syrah.
• Distilling: Brings smooth oak character to whiskey, bourbon, and brandy.

How to Use Hungarian Oak Cubes

• Recommended Dosage: 0.5–0.8 oz per gallon
• Time Required: Oak aging can take weeks to months, depending on the intensity of flavor desired. Taste regularly to achieve the perfect balance.
• Preparation: Some brewers and distillers choose to sanitize cubes by soaking in boiling water, whiskey, or wine before use.

Why Choose Hungarian Oak?

• Smooth & Balanced: Less aggressive than American oak, but more structured than French oak.
• Medium Toast Complexity: Provides warm vanilla, caramelized sugar, and subtle spice notes.
• Versatile & Easy to Use: Works well for beer, wine, and spirits, allowing full control over aging.
• No Barrel Required: Enjoy all the benefits of oak aging without the cost and space requirements of a full-size barrel.

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