DRAMS Sampling
DRAMS Sampling replaces fragmented, paper-based processes with streamlined, authorised workflows—bringing sample collection, analysis and stock selection together in one system.
The result: seamless workflows, reduced admin time and more efficient sampling operations.
Manage sampling operations with greater efficiency and control
The DRAMS Sampling module is designed to help mature spirits producers perform more efficient sampling operations by combining electronic cask selection during sample collection, an intuitive app to capture sample analysis, and role-based approvals to finalise results.
Flexible workflows tailored to your requirements
The module offers the flexibility to support multiple workflows from routine anniversary sampling, collecting billables samples from third-party stock, and the management of single barrel programmes:
Anniversary Sampling
Third-Party Stock
R&D Initiatives
Single Barrel Programmes
Why Choose DRAMS Sampling?
Managing sampling processes across multiple spreadsheets or systems can create data silos, and it is often time-consuming to collate all the information, accurately, and in a structured way that supports decision-making.
DRAMS has developed the sampling module in collaboration with mature spirit producers and bonded warehouse operators, to achieve more efficient sampling processes in one unified system.
Features and Benefits
Consider the key benefits of how the DRAMS module can streamline processes, reduce admin time, and deliver more efficient sampling operations with enhanced traceability, accuracy and control.
- Manage sample collection, analysis, and stock selection in one system.
- Reduce admin time, to select casks and collect samples, by replacing paper-based methods with electronic picking lists, printed labels and barcode scanning.
- Supports sample analysis using controlled workflows and role-based permissions to ensure only approved personnel can finalise pass or fail states.
- Non-DRAMS users, such as sensory panel experts, can capture analysis directly into DRAMS via an intuitive Android app – no paper-based note taking and more efficient data capture.
- Scales with expanding analytical needs as your flavour profiles evolve to support new product development.
- Custom field creation supports growth without upgrading software or investing in new systems.
- Consolidate processes, scattered across multiple systems and spreadsheets, into one seamless workflow.
- Gain more insight into single barrel programmes by tracking the history and live status for every enrolled cask.
- Protect your most premium stock and ring-fence those casks for single-barrel programmes.
- System generated invoices for all third-party billable samples to help ensure no lost revenue.
- Embeds sampling results directly into cask records to aid stock selection and maintain a consistent product quality.
- Feeds results into long-term planning and operational decisions.
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Android App
The sampling module leverages our Android app to capture sensory and scientific analysis directly in DRAMS, using a mobile or tablet device.
The Android app replaces paper-based note taking and allows sensory panel experts, who are not DRAMS users, to enter results directly into your sampling workflow – without full access to DRAMS.
Get in Touch
Get in touch with the team to learn more about DRAMS Sampling and to discuss your requirements.
Addressing your DRAMS Sampling queries
device licences. Consultancy, implementation and training are quoted to fit your specific requirements. Contact the team to learn more.
DRAMS Scan streamlines casks selection using electronic picking lists and warehouse positional data. DRAMS Scan removes the need for printed picking lists by leading the operator to the casks due to be sampled, and records the fact that the sample has been taken on the hand-held scanner
DRAMS Print for electronic label generation for samples and buyer shipments.
Long‑term Planning feeds cask ratings into planning so you can validate future stock availability by spirit quality.
- Licences — additional licences may be required for optional modules (such as DRAMS Scan).
- Devices — Sampling includes an Android app for capturing sensory and scientific analysis. A tablet or mobile device with an Android 14 operating system, or later, will be required.
