Personalized - Custom American White Oak Bourbon Aging Barrel - Oak Barrel Aged (2 Liters, Black Hoops)

Started the curing process, slight leak in 1 place so far but it's expected. Really nice construction, love the etching - just the way we wanted it! Whether for decoration or barrel aging some spirits this is a really cool set-up and very well made. BTW, took 4 days from order to delivery-thx! UPDATE: 48 hrs later and no leaks. Moved indoors & outdoors x 2 days to cycle the temps.

I have followed the instructions to the letter, after a month it continues to leak, I bought two more barrels that stopped leaking after two days, the first one I buy no, the purchase is an adventure, some will work, others will not.The barrel wax he recommends placing only works at x temperature, melts and drips again.Do not get it wet on the outside, that oxidizes the metal bands, it is a mistake that should not be recommended.The engraving is lost when wet on the outside, do not do anything to the engraving because the color will fade and darken its surroundings.UPDATE: I made a claim and they sent me a new one, it works perfectly, no leak.

Very well made! Great seller

I use this barrel to change adequate brandy in to exceptional brandy in a year or two. It was easy enough to get it ready and not much trouble. Maybe I was lucky but there wasn’t any leaks and after completing the schedule and filling the barrel with my brandy.The cork was not mentioned in the instructions and would not fit in the top of the barrel; it was wrapped in a plastic or rubber so I removed it and then it was way too small. Maybe you need to soak it?Anyway, the stand to hold the barrel was garbage. It arrived broken and put together with a rubbery glue that was useless. I spent the time correcting these issues getting the barrel ready for filling while switching out the cork and redoing the stand.Over all I think the barrel is good, and worth the money if you want to put a good bit of time in to it.

First, I'm not a beginner at this.I followed the directions meticulously with the filling of water, rinsing the outside, switching to hot water, and when I felt like it was adequately swollen I put in about $130+ worth of whiskey and other liquors for my old-fashioned cocktail. It leaks and drips, and if the spigot is not exactly in the right place, it will dribble out making a huge mess. I have now started leaving it resting on a tray with a lip so if it leaks significant amounts, I can drain it back into the barrel.Also, the black bands fade horribly during the initial process of keeping it wet and stain the outside of the barrel.Barrel $65, Whiskey, Gran Mariner, bitters, maple syrup, etc. $130+. Over 1 week soaking, rinsing, preparing, then losing 1/4 to 1/3 of contents before you finally give up and drain it up into bottles.This is my third barrel, and about my seventh batch of aging whiskey or tequila products and I have never had this much of a problem before. I would say this is either a bad barrel, or just an overall bad company. I am unable to give that answer at this time.After multiple attempts to contact this seller through Amazon resources, I have yet to have any response from the seller.

This barrel is very well crafted. I have a 1 l. from another source, and this is easily double the quality and fit.It was a gift for a friend and he loved it. We were both impressed with the custom lettering and how clear it is.If you have someone in your life that likes to experiment with liquor, this is a perfect gift.

Followed the instructions, absolutely no leaks and I have ordered another one. Very happy.****UPDATE**** I bought three barrels, followed the instructions and the barrels did not leak. But after a few months with liquid in all the barrels. All three leaked out and the barrels turned black, and the rings rusted. The barrels are useless now.

Very timely delivery of a neat 2 liter Barrel. Light finish on exterior makes it look good. I know some say wood needs to breath but I like the finished look. Well made, instructions to seal and holds a full 2 liters! Waiting to see how it improves my product. No leaks! Good spigot. I have seen others with more personalization line options with different size fonts. When I ordered I could not get the smaller detailed lines to submit. Other than that comparison, this is a top quality lil barrel. I will be ordering others for gifts.