Beyond Oak Part 2 (Part 11 of the Cask Chemistry Series)

Beyond Oak Part 2: Alternative Woods in Whisky

This hand drawn infographic explores six woods that can be used in whisky casks beyond traditional oak, showing both the flavours they bring and the chemistry behind them.

🌲 Japanese Cedar → hinokitiol and cedrol for incense and pine spice

🌿 Birch → methyl salicylate for herbal, wintergreen freshness

🍑 Peach → benzaldehyde and γ decalactone for almond and stone fruit depth

🪵 Teak → vanillic acid and terpenes for warm spice and tropical lift

🍐 Pear → ethyl 2 methylbutyrate and hexyl acetate for pear and floral honey notes

🌳 Ash → coniferaldehyde and syringaldehyde for light woody spice and subtle florals

Perfect for educators, distillers and whisky enthusiasts who want to connect flavour to chemistry at a glance.

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