{"product_id":"pure-distilling-american-oak-chips-100g","title":"Pure Distilling American Oak Chips 100g","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThese raw, untoasted chips are made from American white oak and deliver the wood’s natural, unheated character: bold coconut-like notes and a distinctive dill-herbaceous lift driven by oak lactones. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIn their raw state they contain no free vanillin, so sweet vanilla is absent unless the chips are later toasted. The chips also carry a high load of water-soluble ellagitannins that can contribute firm structure, but their rapid extraction demands careful management to prevent harsh, drying astringency. A pre-boiling step is essential to temper the most aggressive tannins and allow the clean coconut and dill profile to shine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFor distillers, this provides a structured base that can later be built upon through the use of toasted oak if desired. The chips also add coconut depth and a firm tannic backbone to full-bodied red wines, dark strong beers, dry ciders, and traditional meads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUser Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eImportant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Raw oak tannins are harsh if used untreated. Always boil the chips in water for 10 minutes and discard the water before use. This step removes the most astringent water-soluble compounds while preserving the characteristic coconut and dill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpirits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Use 10–15 g per litre of spirit, post-boil. Age for 2–6 weeks, tasting every 3–4 days. If vanilla sweetness is desired, remove the chips after initial aging, dry them, and toast them in the oven at 180°C for 15 minutes before returning them to the spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBeer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Add 2–3 g per litre during secondary fermentation, boiled. Coconut and dill notes come forward quickly; taste after 5 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Add 1–2 g per litre during bulk ageing, boiled. Short contact times (1–2 weeks) are typical to avoid over-extraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCider \u0026amp; Mead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e: Use 1–2 g per litre after primary fermentation, boiled. Adds structure and a coconut undertone; monitor closely to avoid astringency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSingle use only. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pure Distilling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44037963415686,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7221\/8684\/files\/Chip-American_oak-100.jpg?v=1780829784","url":"https:\/\/allthingsfermented.nz\/products\/pure-distilling-american-oak-chips-100g","provider":"All Things Fermented | Home Brew Supplies Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}