Oak Cubes

[Flame145]

I have about 8 oz of American medium oak cubes in a 53 gallon neutral barrel. The cubes have been in for about 1 month. I was going to remove at the 3 month mark. Does anyone know how long it actually takes for the oak cubes to give up their flavor ?

 

[ibglowin]

Usually 2-3 months is sufficient for full extraction on cubes or beans.

 

[JohnT]

8 ounces is not nearly enough. If you are looking for a good oak flavor, I would consider swapping out your 8 ounces and then adding in fresh 16oz (another pound - minimum!) for several months.

 

[ibglowin]

A good kit red wine will usually come with 3oz of cubes for 6 gallons. That works out to ~26oz for 53 gallons.

 

[Flame145]

8 ounces is not nearly enough. If you are looking for a good oak flavor, I would consider swapping out your 8 ounces and then adding in fresh 16oz (another pound - minimum!) for several months.

Ya I realize that. The reason I asked the question was because the oak cubes are in a stainless steel cylinder that attaches to the bung. Once the cubes are fully extracted of the oakiness I want to replace with new ones.

Thanks for everyone input, I do appeciate it.