{"product_id":"french-oak-cubes-medium-plus-toast","title":"French Oak Cubes | Medium Plus Toast | 2 oz or 1 lb","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStavin French Oak Cubes - Medium Plus Toast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefined French Oak with Vanilla, Spice, and Elegant Toasted Complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStavin French Oak Cubes - Medium Plus Toast are an excellent option when you want polished oak character with more intensity than a lighter toast but without the heavier roasted edge of a full heavy toast. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e sizes, these cubes are ideal for adding refined barrel-style notes to wine, mead, cider, and beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench oak is prized for its elegance and layered flavor profile, and StaVin’s Medium Plus toast is associated with increased vanilla-like character, brown sugar tones, baking spice, and a broader overall oak impact. It is a great fit when you want oak to enhance complexity while still keeping the profile smooth and structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Flavor Does Medium Plus French Oak Add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVanilla and Sweet Toast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Plus French oak is associated with heightened vanillin and maple or brown sugar character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaking Spice Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e French oak at this toast level is known for cinnamon and allspice-like character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayered Fruit Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e As toast increases, the fruit profile shifts toward more cooked fruit expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Oak Complexity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Plus French oak is often chosen for its elegant but noticeable flavor impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Use French Oak Cubes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic French Oak Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for beverages that benefit from a more refined and polished oak profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel-Style Results Without a Barrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add complexity, aroma, and structure without the cost of barrel aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works well in wine, mead, cider, farmhouse ales, Belgian styles, and specialty projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical for Home and Small Commercial Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose 2 oz for small batches or 1 lb for larger and repeat use.\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\u003eOak extraction is influenced by dosage, contact time, and the base beverage, so it is wise to start with a restrained addition and taste as the cubes age the beverage. Medium Plus French oak is especially useful when you want more defined oak character while preserving elegance and balance.\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":51134577508630,"sku":"oak-cubes-french-medium-plus-2oz","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":51134577541398,"sku":"oak-cubes-french-medium-plus-1lb","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/french-medium-plus-oak-cubes.webp?v=1774470798","url":"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/french-oak-cubes-medium-plus-toast","provider":"SoCal Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}