When aging wine at home, a wine cellar is the classic choice.
On the other hand, some people might wish to age it in a wine barrel.
Currently, "TARU HOLIC," operated by Loco Loco Co., Ltd., is selling "Home-Aging Mini Barrels."
It is also recommended as a gift for Labor Thanksgiving Day.
Here are the details.
About the "Home-Aging Mini Barrel"
The "Home-Aging Mini Barrel" is Japan's first rare oak mini barrel of the highest quality sold by "TARU HOLIC" under the concept of "valuable authenticity."
It is a popular product that reached approximately 33 million yen in orders from advance sales alone on the crowdfunding site "Makuake."
The product uses rare European oak, and the barrel wood absorbs unaged components (off-flavors) that cause unpleasant tastes.
The mellow aroma of oak transfers to the liquor, and the extraction of oak compounds makes it an item that provides a complex, deep flavor.
Using extra-thick 18mm staves, allowing a minimum drying period of 3 years, and undergoing a medium char (barrel toasting process) identical to authentic aging barrels, this astonishing product is more durable and can be used for a long time.
How to Enjoy
With the "Home-Aging Mini Barrel," you can enjoy seeing the barrel change into various flavors through repeated aging, as well as the fun of nurturing the barrel at home.
By further aging liquor bought at convenience stores or leftover liquor at home with this product, it is said that an "independent research project for adults" can be enjoyed to create your very own, more aged liquor.
This product was crafted with great attention to detail, infused with the desires to "deliver the joy of nurturing a barrel" and "have it be used for a long time."
The price is 25,300 yen, and an aging guide book is also included.
Please check the reference section for detailed information.
Reference
Official Website