How CaskID Works

Visual fingerprinting meets multi-party verification. The simple, secure way to authenticate whisky casks.

One Cask. One Truth.

Visual Fingerprinting

Every cask has unique wood patterns. Our AI captures these to create an unforgeable digital fingerprint.

Multi-Party Verification

Brokers, warehouses, and distilleries verify authenticity. No single point of failure.

The Verification Process

Submit Your Cask

Upload photos and documents

High-resolution photographs capture your cask's unique characteristics. Our AI analyzes wood grain patterns, cooper markings, and other identifying features.

5 minutes

Expert Verification

Multi-party authentication

Brokers confirm transactions, warehouses verify custody, and distilleries authenticate production. Multiple checkpoints ensure complete accuracy.

3-5 days

Visual Fingerprinting

AI-powered unique identification

Our technology creates an unforgeable digital fingerprint from your cask's visual characteristics. Like a human fingerprint, no two casks are identical.

Instant

CaskID Issued

Permanent digital identity

Your cask receives a globally unique CaskID. This permanent identifier enables instant verification and proves authenticity throughout its lifetime.

Immediate

Your Unique CaskID

CKGB24G100001X
CK
CaskID Prefix
Identifies as CaskID
GB
Country
Great Britain
24
Fill Date
Year 2024
G1
Distillery Code
Unique identifier
00001
Serial Number
Sequential ID
X
Check Digit
Validation code

Every verified cask receives a globally unique identifier that enables instant verification worldwide.

Tamper-Proof

Globally Unique

Instant Verification

Financial Grade

Why Join CaskID?

Our cask authentication system provides distinct advantages to all stakeholders in the cask investment ecosystem, from fraud prevention to ownership tracking.

Cask Owners & Investors

  • Cask ownership verification
  • Multi-party validation helps prevent whisky fraud
  • Enhanced credibility for secure cask resale opportunities
  • Insurance and regulatory compliance support for cask tracking

Dealers & Brokers

  • Industry-standard cask verification protocol
  • Verified cask listings build buyer confidence
  • Complete cask ownership and approval history
  • Streamlined onboarding for institutional whisky investors

Distilleries & Warehouses

  • Prevent unauthorised cask resale or duplication
  • Protect brand integrity in secondary whisky markets
  • Direct participation in cask verification process
  • Ensure only CaskID verified assets carry your brand

The Whisky Industry

  • Establishes transparency in whisky cask trading
  • Reduces whisky investment fraud and falsified certificates
  • Prepares cask market for regulatory oversight
  • Standardised multi-party whisky cask verification

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the verification process take?

The full verification process typically takes 3–5 business days, depending on which parties are involved, the quality of your documentation, and whether your broker, warehouse, or distillery are already onboarded with CaskID. Visual fingerprinting is instant, but complete multi-party verification may take a few days to guarantee accuracy and security.

What documents do I need to verify my cask?

The stronger your documentation, the stronger your claim. We recommend high-resolution photographs of your cask (from multiple angles), your Delivery Order, purchase documentation, and proof of warehouse storage. CaskID will guide you step-by-step through the required information.

Is my cask data secure?

Absolutely. We use bank-level encryption for all data storage and transmission. Your cask information is only shared with verified parties involved in the authentication process, and all access is logged and auditable.

I have complete faith in my broker - they're 100% legit. Why do I need CaskID?

Even the most reputable brokers can be affected by fraud elsewhere in the supply chain - or unknowingly sell casks that are double-sold, forged, or missing key documentation. CaskID isn't about replacing trust in your broker - it's about providing independent, tamper-proof, and industry-wide verification that protects you (and your broker) against mistakes, fraud, or future disputes. With CaskID, your ownership and authenticity are recognized by all parties, not just the one you bought from.

Ready to Verify Your Cask?

Join the industry standard for cask authentication.