Episode Highlights:
Ceramic Replacements?
Can’t Breath
Basics of Aging
Coarse-Grained vs Fine
Oxygen is your friend
PH Matters
Best Flavor Extractions
Vanillin
Sugars
Phenols
Old Barrels vs New
Contents of Oak
Chemical Makeup
Kiln Dried vs Natural
Charring/Toasting
Storage Temps
Smaller vs Larger Barrels
That was a great and quick listen on wood aging. You find some really good info out there and I appreciate you sharing it with us.
I’m happy Oregon Oak got a mention in the piece. I got a bit of shit from some folks when I bought 100 board feet of 1” QS Oregon Oak, so a little validation of its commercial use is nice to hear.