KURAND Launches "Home Aging Stick" for Maturing Favorite Alcoholic Beverages at Home

KURAND Inc. (Headquarters: Adachi-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yasuro Ogihara) announced that it will begin selling the "Home Aging Stick," which allows users to age their favorite alcoholic beverages at home, from 17:00 on Thursday, May 7, 2026, through its online liquor store "KURAND" (https://kurand.jp/products/jitakujyukuseistick). About the "Home Aging Stick" The "Home Aging Stick" is a product that can add aged liquor-like flavors to alcoholic beverages at home in a short period. It is designed to an optimal size using offcuts generated during the manufacturing process of aging barrels. This professional-grade tool, used by liquor experts for quality verification, has been refined for general consumer use. Available in two types, American Oak and French Oak, when added to spirits like whiskey or sake, it suppresses the harshness of alcohol and creates rich aromas and flavors. Appeals of the "Home Aging Stick" ① Professional tools made specially available to the general public Developed in collaboration with a barrel manufacturer whose products are adopted by wineries and breweries in over 30 countries worldwide. In breweries around the world, these tools are used to simulate the taste of aged liquor years in advance before purchasing full-sized barrels. This technology and quality, trusted in professional settings, have been developed to be easily experienced at home. It allows for the aging of alcoholic beverages at home without the need for specialized knowledge or expensive equipment. ② Unwavering commitment to "wood" without any compromise The wood used is cultivated in symbiosis with local microorganisms immediately after felling to establish the foundation of its aromatic components. After milling, only the finest, straight, knot-free central parts are carefully selected. Instead of short-term mechanical drying, the wood undergoes repeated washing and drying processes in a natural environment for up to three years. This process removes excess astringent components, resulting in wood with smooth and sensual aromas. Sustainable production with environmental consideration amidst wood shortages Due to increasing demand in recent years and forest conservation efforts, high-quality oak wood has become a rare resource. The "Home Aging Stick" minimizes resource loss by reusing offcuts generated during barrel manufacturing. Furthermore, by adopting the patented convection heat toast technology, carbon dioxide emissions have been reduced by 89 percent compared to conventional methods. Thorough traceability ensures sustainable manufacturing. Product Overview 【Home Aging Stick】 [Early Bird] Home Aging Stick - American Oak -: 2,240 yen [Early Bird] Home Aging Stick - French Oak -: 2,240 yen Home Aging Stick - American Oak -: 2,490 yen Home Aging Stick - French Oak -: 2,490 yen [Early Bird] Home Aging Stick - American Oak - & - French Oak - Set: 4,230 yen Home Aging Stick - American Oak - & - French Oak - Set: 4,490 yen Home Aging Stick - American Oak - & - French Oak - 2 Sets: 7,960 yen [Luxury Aging Experience Set] Home Aging Stick - American Oak - & - French Oak - Set + Special Blended Whiskey: 8,590 yen [Luxury Aging Experience Set] Home Aging Stick - American Oak - & - French Oak - Set + Special 20-Year Aged Imo Shochu: 14,800 yen ◯ Product Name: Home Aging Stick ◯ Sales Period: May 7, 2026 (Thu) - June 4, 2026 (Thu) 24:59 ◯ Delivery Period: Sequentially shipped from late August 2026 onwards ◯ Sales Method: Crowdfunding service "Crafun!" ◯ Project Details: https://kurand.jp/products/jitakujyukuseistick Online Liquor Store "KURAND" KURAND is an online liquor store that "opens up the world of craft sake." All of its over 500 carefully selected craft alcoholic beverages are original products available only at KURAND. It is a store where new encounters with all genres of craft sake, including Japanese sake, plum wine, fruit wine, shochu, craft beer, and wine, are born. Official HP: https://kurand.jp