38L/10 Gallon American Oak Barrel

Barrels from Bluebird Distilling Company is renowned for its innovative approach to bourbon-making. Rather than relying solely on traditional 52-gallon barrels, they incorporate a mix of barrel sizes—including the 38L (10-gallon) American oak barrel—to enhance the aging process. The smaller 10-gallon barrel offers a higher surface area relative to volume, which accelerates the interaction between the bourbon and the charred oak. This results in a more robust extraction of flavor compounds in a shorter period, helping to develop a complex and dynamic character even in limited batches.

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The 10-gallon barrel’s smaller capacity means that these reactions occur more intensely compared to larger barrels. This results in a bourbon that is bold and expressive, with pronounced oak and spice notes that evolve as the bourbon matures. By harnessing the unique aging characteristics of these smaller barrels, they’re able to create a bourbon that is both true to tradition and refreshingly modern. This approach not only accelerates flavor development but also allows the distillery to produce small, experimental batches that showcase the potential of their four-grain recipe.

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