Frequently Asked Questions

It is not for everyone. It was developed for those who are passionate about their craft, and who highly esteem quality. Oak is not a commodity, and all oak barrel alternatives are not equal. We like to think that Soluble Oak™ operates at the crossroads of science and art. It is also for those who are inspired to treat the environment well; for those who would like to reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing flavor.

Chips do not draw out the best flavors of oak (it is a scientific impossibility given the solution having a fixed and limited alcohol content). The flavor that would be imparted is limited to a narrow oak flavor spectrum, and misses the absolute best qualities of White Oak (remember the vanilla!).
Chips are slow, taking several days to get results.
Chips are messy, muddy, and neither instant nor precise.
Chips are inconsistent in flavor.
Chips are a pain, and are labor intensive.

If you add just a small amount of Soluble Oak™, you will notice that there is a radical mouthfeel change. Whichever the beverage, the effect seems to be the same. It is almost uncanny, and the implications are enormous. For example, with a small dosage it is easy to transform the harshness of an inferior tequila or bourbon to something silky soft.

After changing mouthfeel, adding more Soluble Oak™ will beagin to bring out the pleasing and delicate properties of White Oak (such as vanilla, cinnamon, crème brulee and oakiness). The more one adds, the more pronounced these tastes become.

Most dosages are somewhere between .01 - .09 ml per 100 ml of your beverage. Typically, the lighter the beverage (the least robust), the less Soluble Oak is needed. For example, a Pilsner or a Chardonnay, and very little is needed.

If it is a hearty stout beer, not much Soluble Oak™ is needed to change the mouthfeel, but much more is needed to bring out the oak pallet.

For pricing per dose, please see the Soluble Oak™ Price Calculator.