Essencia Single Malt Whisky Chunks 500g
Essencia Single Malt Whisky Chunks 500g
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Essencia Single Malt Whisky Barrel Chunks
Bring genuine New Zealand whisky character to your spirits with Essencia Single Malt Whisky Barrel Chunks.
Made from freshly emptied whisky barrels from Pokeno Whisky, these chunks are cut from oak that has matured single malt whisky for 4–10 years. Packed with real whisky flavour and barrel character, they're an easy way to add depth, colour, and complexity to your favourite spirits. The 500g pack can flavour and age up to 7 litres of spirit, with your first batch ready in as little as 7 days.
Unlike dry chips or staves, these whisky-soaked chunks retain the barrel's charred interior, helping deliver faster extraction and a richer, more authentic result. No artificial flavourings required—just real oak and real whisky character.
Why Brewers & Distillers Love It
- Made from genuine ex-Pokeno Whisky barrels
- Adds authentic whisky flavour, colour, and oak character
- Flavours and ages up to 7L of spirit (500g pack)
- Faster extraction than dry chips or staves
- Retains the barrel's charred interior for deeper flavour infusion
- Perfect for neutral spirit, vodka, bourbon, whisky, rum, and even beer
How to Use
Simply add your barrel chunks to spirit, cover, and soak. Taste regularly throughout the ageing process to create a flavour profile that suits your palate.
First soak: Up to 7 days for rich whisky flavour and dark colour.
Second soak: Up to 19 days for balanced oak & whisky character.
Third soak: 5–6 weeks for lighter whisky notes & stronger oak.
Once you're happy with the flavour, drain and filter before bottling. For best results, many brewers and distillers like to blend portions from different soaks to create their own unique whisky style.
Want to get the most from your barrel chunks? Check out the detailed supplier instructions for soaking times, filtering tips, and blending ideas.
Whether you're refining a favourite recipe or experimenting with your own creations, these barrel chunks make it easy to add genuine NZ whisky character to every batch.
Real barrels. Real whisky character. Real easy to use.
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In Stock Quantities Online my vary due to in store sales. We will do our best to fulfil your order promptly. If your order cannot be filled promptly you will be refunded or contacted to arrange alternate options.