Aristides Distilling has launched the first of a series of initiatives that target spirit enthusiasts and any person who is interested in learning and gaining some experience in the aging process of great-tasting spirits. This is what handcrafted distilling is all about! We believe that a story worth telling has to come from personal experience and it doesn’t get any more personal than becoming a member of our Barrel Club! There are many reasons to invest in a barrel of whiskey, let alone make one! It’s an investment that appreciates over time, it’s a rare learning experience, it’s a great marketing opportunity, it’s a unique gift, and it’s a barrel of whiskey with a great story, your story! Whatever the reason Aristides Distilling is here to ensure that you will have the best quality handcrafted spirit in it.
JOIN THE BARREL CLUB by ARISTIDES DISTILLING
We believe that a story worth telling has to come from personal experience and it doesn’t get any more personal than becoming a member of our Barrel Club!
How does it work?
You can become the owner of a brand-new American medium charred oak barrel (4-liter) of whiskey with the help and guidance of Aristides Distilling's master distiller. The owners become automatically members of our barrel club and receive access to refills and other benefits. You can keep your barrel at home or leave it at the distillery. Experience firsthand the aging process and understand how aging affects your whiskey in the comfort of your home.
How long does this aging process take?
The official aging duration of Whiskey under European law is 3 years but because of the size of these barrels and the climate in Cyprus, you can expect to have a great-tasting whiskey much sooner. Due to the higher surface area ratio of a small barrel, spirits will extract the barrel’s characteristics faster than a standard size barrel. The barrels can be refilled with another new make spirit once the original spirit has matured/aged to your liking!
How long does it take?
Aging in a small barrel like this and with the temperatures in Cyprus that have high fluctuations help a lot! Other than the official 3-year benchmark (EU law) nothing keeps you from aging our whiskey as long as you are satisfied with the taste of the whiskey in your barrel. Once the barrel is emptied then you may refill it with another new make spirit or keep it empty (we need to make sure that it will be usable).
What if my barrel leaks?
Any issue that may arise you will contact us and we will provide assistance. Barrels breath and sometimes atmospheric pressure changes which creates some leaks. We make sure that all barrels that leave our premises are not leaking and can withstand the test of time!
Who will fill the barrels/bottles?
We will fill your barrel of whiskey and make sure there are no leakages here at the distillery before taking the barrel home. When the time is right (you can be the judge) then empty the barrel in any empty clean bottle you have at home and enjoy your whiskey with your friends!
What type of whiskey will go into my barrel?
We recommend starting off with a Single Grain Malt Whiskey for the first round and then following it up with a Single Malt whiskey but other types of new make whiskey will be announced as they become available for you to taste and decide which direction you may want to take after that initial round.
How often do members taste their spirit?
Try tasting a very small amount of your whiskey at least once a month to get a clear picture of the aging process.
How much does membership cost?
Barrel Club membership costs 252 euros per person per barrel, and this includes:
1) A new 4-liter American oak barrel
2) 4 liters of new make whiskey at 45% ABV
3) 5 x 70cl bottles along with labels and corks.
4) All excise duties and VAT required by the authorities.
5) Support during the time of aging.
1) A new 4-liter American oak barrel
2) 4 liters of new make whiskey at 45% ABV
3) 5 x 70cl bottles along with labels and corks.
4) All excise duties and VAT required by the authorities.
5) Support during the time of aging.
Do I have other choices of other spirits or different barrel size?
Yes, there are other options available. Please contact us!
How can I maintain my empty barrel?
Special instructions will be provided to help you maintain your barrel in good shape.
