Cooper Course
Dive into the art of barrel-making with Cooperage Mastery Course. Master timber selection, stave crafting, barrel assembly, toasting techniques, leak detection, and maintenance practices to produce strong, leak-proof barrels ideal for enhancing wines, whiskies, beers, and spirits. Build skills for consistent, professional results that meet industry demands.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a practical guide to crafting high-quality barrels that boost flavour and worth. You'll explore wood structure, timber types, drying methods, and stave shaping, progressing to assembly, bending, hoop fitting, groove cutting, and end assembly. Gain expertise in toasting, leak checks, preparation, and ongoing maintenance to ensure barrels deliver reliable performance and satisfy strict quality requirements.
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Develop skills
- Master barrel design: dimensions, shapes, and timber selection for precise flavour profiles.
- Excel in stave craftsmanship: accurate jointing, bending, and hooping for robust, long-lasting barrels.
- Understand cooperage wood science: timber varieties, grain patterns, and chemistry influencing spirits and wines.
- Perform rapid leak detection: using current techniques to identify, repair, and avoid barrel issues.
- Control toasting and charring: achieve consistent flavours, scents, and hues through reliable processes.
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