News and Thoughts about Whisky Casks

What is re-racking and why is it used for whisky casks?

What is re-racking and why is it used for whisky casks?

Uncover the art of re-racking whisky casks! From repairing damage to enhancing, balancing, and experimenting with flavours. Explore more with our f...

The best warehouse storage conditions for whisky casks

Discover the art of whisky maturation. Explore optimal storage conditions for casks, from temperature and humidity to light exposure. Learn more wi...

What is the process of buying and selling a whisky cask?

Discover the seamless process of buying and selling whisky casks with Spiritfilled, your trusted whisky cask broker. From valuations to paperwork, ...

What happens if a whisky cask leaks?

Explore the reasons behind whisky cask leaks, how to spot them, and methods to fix or re-rack. Learn more with Spiritfilled, whisky cask experts

Spiritfilled joins new association launched to protect cask whisky customers

Spiritfilled is proud to be a member of the Cask Whisky Association (CWA), a new organisation established to create a safe environment for whisky e...

What happens to the cask after the whisky is bottled?

There are many different uses for the empty whisky cask which includes refilling with whisky, rejuvenation and then refill, reuse the whisky casks ...

What types of whiskies are best for investment purposes?

Looking for whisky investment? Make sure to engage in rare and limited edition whiskies, old and vintage whiskies, well-established brands, iconic ...

What is the purpose of charring the inside of a whisky cask?

The majority of a whisky's flavour comes from the wooden barrel it is aged in and charring whisky casks is one of the leading factors that contribu...

Why do people invest in whisky casks?

Investing in whisky casks can be both fascinating and rewarding. For many people, it's an extension of their love of whisky, and a chance to put t...

Are there different types of whisky casks?

Whisky casks are constructed from long staves of wood that are carefully shaped by an expert woodworker using metal hoops.

What difference does a cask make to the flavour of whisky?

The vast majority of whisky casks are made from oak and around 70% of a whisky's flavour comes from the cask, and all of a whisky's colour.

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Whisky Cask Distillery Storage vs Offsite Storage

There are two approaches to cask storage, whisky cask distillery storage, where it remains on-site and the second is offside storage, where the cas...