{"product_id":"american-oak-cubes-medium-plus-toast","title":"American Oak Cubes | Medium Plus Toast | 2 oz or 1 lb","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStavin American Oak Cubes - Medium Plus Toast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced American Oak with Sweet Toast, Structure, and Barrel-Like Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStavin American Oak Cubes - Medium Plus Toast offer a flavorful middle ground for makers who want noticeable oak character without going as dark and intense as a heavy toast. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e sizes, these oak cubes are a versatile option for adding barrel-inspired complexity to wine, mead, cider, beer, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican oak in a medium plus toast is known for its aromatic sweetness, fuller mouthfeel, and a more developed toasted profile. It is an excellent choice when you want oak that stands out while still staying smooth, rounded, and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Flavor Does Medium Plus American Oak Add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet Oak Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e American oak is associated with aromatic sweetness and a broad, expressive oak profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToasted Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium plus toast can bring roasted character without pushing as far into darker toast intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooked Fruit Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e StaVin’s sensory work associates American oak with more cooked fruit character as toast builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRounder Mouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Plus American oak is especially noted for adding fullness on the palate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Medium Plus Toast?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore Character than Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e A great fit when you want more oak impact and depth than a standard medium toast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess Aggressive than Heavy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps preserve elegance while still delivering noticeable toasted oak influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Across Styles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful in reds, fuller whites, meads, ciders, strong ales, and other beverages needing added oak complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Work With:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cubes are simple to dose, monitor, and remove once the flavor is where you want it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use Stavin Oak Cubes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause oak extraction depends on time, temperature, beverage composition, and dosage, it is best to start with a modest addition and sample regularly. Medium Plus American oak is especially useful when you want a noticeable oak presence that still leaves room for fruit and fermentation character to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is available in \u003cstrong\u003e2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e package sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stavin","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":51134568530198,"sku":"oak-cubes-american-medium-plus-2oz","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":51134568562966,"sku":"oak-cubes-american-medium-plus-1lb","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/american-medium-plus-oak-cubes.webp?v=1774470384","url":"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/american-oak-cubes-medium-plus-toast","provider":"SoCal Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}