The Oak Effect | Episode 5: The Origin of Oak Aromas with Gus Zhu, MW

Join us for a deep dive into the fascinating world of oak aromas with sensory scientist, Gus Zhu. In this episode, Gus explores where the signature aroma compounds of oak originate and how factors like oak species, seasoning methods, and toasting processes shape the flavors we know and love in wine and spirits. Whether you're a winemaker, distiller, or just oak-curious, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.


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The Oak Effect | Episode 4: Tronçais & Tradition with Quinn Roberts