White Oak Declines Affect Bourbon, Too
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October 08, 2024
The global decline of white oak forests is affecting the hardwood industry—and bourbon. By law, bourbon must be aged in new, charred American oak barrels. Most distilleries prefer white oak for its strength and resulting flavor and rich color. Oaks have declined in 39 countries. 31% of the 430 known oak species are approaching extinction.
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