Plastic Top T-Corks — Black Head, Whole Natural Cork (19.2 mm)

Premium look and traditional performance with whole natural cork

For brands that demand tradition, aroma neutrality, and a premium hand-feel, these bar top T-corks feature a black plastic head paired with whole natural cork—not agglomerated or synthetic. Sourced from Molinas in Sardinia, Italy, the cork is harvested from protected forests and aged an additional year before processing to reduce porosity and enhance quality. The result is a classic closure that complements premium spirits and specialty beverages while supporting clean pours and secure reclosing.

Overview

Natural cork offers the tactile experience and heritage associated with fine wine and spirits closures. Each stopper is steam-treated to reduce TCA and other volatiles, then finished with food-safe coatings and lubricants for smooth insertion and removal. If you’re positioning a top-shelf product, this closure reinforces quality from the first unboxing to the final pour.

• Style: Black plastic bar top with whole natural cork body
• Use Case: Premium spirits, distillates, fortified wines, and shelf-stable beverages
• Performance: Traditional cork feel with reliable sealing and easy reclosing

Fit & Dimensions

The 19.2 mm cork body is sized for standard cork-finish wine bottles and 375 mL Farro spirit bottles. As with any bar-top, confirm your neck finish for optimal engagement and seal longevity.

• Cork Diameter: 19.2 mm
• Compatibility: Standard cork-finish wine bottles & 375 mL Farro spirit bottles

Quality & Processing

Molinas has produced cork in Italy for 100+ years and is the country’s largest cork supplier. From forest to finished stopper, quality is tightly controlled. The Genesis steam treatment reduces TCA risk; peroxide washing and warm-air drying minimize residuals; food-contact silicone coatings and adhesives support smooth insertion and removal without compromising flavor or aroma.

• Material: Whole natural cork (not synthetic or agglomerated)
• Steam Treatment: Genesis process to reduce TCA and other volatiles
• Washing: H₂O₂, then forced warm-air drying
• Food-Contact: Food-safe silicone coating, lubricant, and adhesives

Tolerances & Specs

Manufacturing tolerances and sensory controls help ensure consistent sealing performance across lots—critical for brand protection and consumer experience.

• Body Height Tolerance: ± 0.3 mm
• Body Diameter Tolerance: ± 0.3 mm
• Stud Height Tolerance: ± 0.2 mm
• Stud Diameter Tolerance: ± 0.2 mm
• Humidity: 3% – 8%
• Peroxides: < 0.2 mg/stopper
• Dust Transfer: ≤ 1.5 mg/stopper
• Organoleptic Test: ≤ 2%

Usage Tips

Seat the stopper straight and finish with a gentle rubber mallet tap if needed. Store corks cool and dry, away from direct sunlight. For premium presentations, consider pairing with heavier-weight glass and a tamper-evident shrink or band.

• Installation: Gentle mallet tap may be needed for a full seat
• Care: Store cool/dry; avoid extreme heat prior to use

Why Choose These

When your closure needs to tell the same quality story as the liquid inside, a whole natural cork T-stopper is the benchmark. Heritage sourcing, careful processing, and food-safe finishes deliver a closure that looks, feels, and performs like a premium product.

• Premium Presentation: Traditional cork elevates brand perception
• Heritage & Sustainability: Sourced from Sardinian cork forests with strict quality control