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Webinar

CIBD APAC Webinar Series - Manipulating Flavor in Oak Barrels

By the APAC Section

21 April 2026

4PM AEST

Zoom

Join us for an in-depth and engaging webinar, “Manipulating Flavor in Oak Barrels,” led by industry expert Andrew Wiehebrink.

Discover how oak influences flavor and learn practical techniques to refine and elevate your barrel-aging process. Andrew will guide you through the science, craftsmanship, and innovation behind flavor development in oak barrels.

What you'll learn:

  • The relationship between oak and flavor
  • Oak physiology and major flavor constituents
  • Key flavor markers and how to control them
  • Barrel design parameters and wood species selection
  • The impact of seasoning, toasting, and charring
  • Advanced techniques like surface area modification and double barreling
  • How climate dynamics influence maturation
  • Insights from real-world climate experiments
  • Key takeaways to apply immediately in your process

The session will conclude with a live Q&A, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain expert insights.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of oak and take your flavor development to the next level.