The Only Way to See Inside.
Four issued patents. Zero competition. Our sensors measure volume, proof, and 18 other variables continuously—capturing the proof drift that varies by floor, climate, and season. This is the IP fortress that makes everything else possible.
The Patent Fortress
We don't just have technology; we have a monopoly on the truth. Our intellectual property creates a 5-7 year defensive moat, making us the only legal path to see inside the barrel.
IP Development Timeline
First Patent Issued
US 12,117,329 - Container Monitoring System
Two Patents Issued
US 12,228,445 & US 12,228,525 - Alcohol Content Measurement
4 Applications Published
AI monitoring, fluid measurement, and content determination
Fourth Patent Issued
US 12,422,295 - Externally Mounted Container Monitoring
2 Applications Published
Dielectric-based contamination detection
4 Issued Patents
System and Method for Determining Content Utilizing Externally Mounted Container Monitoring System
Extends technology to broader container types and industries
System and Method for Determining Alcohol Content Utilizing Container Monitoring System
Covers direct measurement approach complementing loss-based methods
System and Method for Determining Alcohol Content Within Container Utilizing Container Monitoring System
Protects the loss-based proof calculation methodology
Container Monitoring System and Method Thereof
Foundational patent covering the core non-invasive sensing architecture
7 Pending Applications
Our innovation pipeline continues to expand, with 7 additional patent applications covering AI-driven maturation prediction, contamination detection, and next-generation sensing technologies.
Container Monitoring System with Dielectric-Based Contamination Detection
ML-based contamination detection using dielectric fingerprinting
Artificial Intelligence Driven Monitoring System for Aging Whiskey
AI-driven color and maturation prediction
Artificial Intelligence Driven Monitoring System for Aging Whiskey
AI-driven maturation forecasting with environmental data
System and Method for Determining Content Utilizing Externally Mounted Container Monitoring System
Radio-frequency dielectric measurement for fluid changes
System and Method for Determining Content Utilizing Externally Mounted Container Monitoring System
Frequency-varying signal measurement for fill level
System and Method for Determining Fluid Level and/or Alcohol Content
Non-invasive alcohol content estimation via fluid loss
Container Monitoring System with Dielectric-Based Contamination Detection
Industry-specific ML models for contamination identification
Sensor Fusion
The only patented method to combine radar, dielectric, and environmental data.
Zero-Touch Analysis
Measuring volume and proof without ever opening the bung.
AI/ML Protection
Blocking competitors from using AI for predictive maturation modeling.
Market Exclusivity
5-7 year defensive moat protecting our technology leadership.
How We End the Blind Spot
Non-invasive sensors that measure what's inside without opening the barrel. The disconnect ends here.
Non-Invasive Sensors
Our proprietary bung-mounted sensors measure volume, temperature, humidity, and proof without ever touching the liquid. Zero contamination risk.
Mesh Network
Self-healing LoRaWAN mesh networking ensures 100% uptime even in thick-walled rickhouses and metal shipping containers.
Predictive AI
Our machine learning models analyze maturation curves to predict peak quality and detect evaporation anomalies in real-time.
Why Every Barrel Is Unique
Industry averages and predictive models fail because they ignore a fundamental truth:no two barrels age the same way. Each barrel is a unique experiment in chemistry, physics, and time.
Wood Grain
Each stave's unique grain pattern creates different surface area for extraction. Tight grain vs. loose grain can mean 15-20% difference in flavor development.
Char Level
Char depth varies even within the same batch. A few millimeters difference changes caramelization and filtration characteristics entirely.
Position
Same rickhouse, same floor—but barrels near walls, windows, or HVAC experience completely different temperature swings and humidity levels.
Microclimate
Every barrel exists in its own microclimate. Temperature can vary 10°F between adjacent barrels, creating vastly different maturation rates.
Why Models and Averages Fail
The spirits industry has relied on averages and rules of thumb for centuries: "expect 2-4% angel's share per year" or "higher floors age faster." But these generalizations hide enormous variance. A barrel on the 4th floor might gain 2% proof while its neighbor loses 0.5%.
This is why individual, continuous monitoring isn't a luxury—it's the only way to know what's actually happening inside each barrel. We don't predict. We measure.
Why Percentages Matter
Proof drift—the change in alcohol content during aging—varies dramatically by floor position and climate. Two barrels filled on the same day can have completely different proofs after 10 years. Traditional estimation methods fail because they ignore this fundamental variability.
The 70% Humidity Threshold
Above 70% humidity, alcohol evaporates faster than water—proof decreases. Below 70% humidity, water evaporates faster—proof increases. This is why bourbon (Kentucky, hot & dry) gets stronger while scotch (Scotland, cool & humid) gets weaker.
Floor-by-Floor Dynamics
Click each floor to explore the science
Hot, dry conditions. Water evaporates faster than alcohol, concentrating proof. Premium whiskey develops bold, intense flavors.
Warm with moderate humidity. Proof increases as water evaporates slightly faster than alcohol.
Near the ~70% humidity threshold where evaporation rates balance. Proof remains relatively stable.
Cool, humid conditions. Alcohol evaporates faster than water, decreasing proof over time. Produces subtle, balanced flavors.
| Region | Proof Trend | Evaporation |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | Increases | 4-5%/year |
| Scotland | Decreases ~0.5%/year | 2-3%/year |
| Taiwan | Variable | 8-12%/year |
| Texas | Increases rapidly | 8-12%/year |
Why Traditional Estimation Fails
A barrel on the top floor of a Kentucky rickhouse can reach 140+ proof after 16 years, while an identical barrel on the ground floor might drop to 99 proof. That's a 41 proof point difference—representing tens of thousands of dollars in value variance that traditional estimation methods completely miss.
Sources: Independent Stave Company research, William Grant & Sons, Whisky Magazine
The Data Pipeline
How sensor data becomes insurance and financing
Step 1
Sensors attach at fill
Step 2
AI predicts & analyzes
Step 3
Blockchain seals data
Step 4
Policies pay automatically
Path to Revenue
Patent portfolio complete. MGA licensing and insurance underwriting in progress.
Phase 1
Patent Portfolio & IP Moat
Established comprehensive patent protection across dielectric measurement technology
Phase 2
Prototype Development & Validation
Building and validating sensor prototypes with distillery partners
Phase 3
MGA & Captive Insurance Launch
Establishing Managing General Agent and Captive insurance infrastructure
Phase 4
Global Expansion & Scaling
Scaling operations worldwide across spirits and adjacent verticals
Competitive Moat
4 issued patents create an unassailable IP barrier with 5-7 year moat
Market Opportunity
$1.5B+ addressable market in spirits inventory financing and insurance
Business Model
Multi-revenue streams: licensing, insurance premiums, and data services
When Insurers Can
Finally See.
The disconnect harms insurers as much as distillers. Without real data, they can't assess actual risk. Our technology gives them the visibility they need to offer coverage that reflects reality, not guesswork.