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You are bidding on an Oak Barrel w/ stand, spigot and cork. These are (new) authentic American White Oak barrels used for aging wine, tequila, whiskey, scotch, bourbon rum or simply decoration.
The barrel is hand made by the Thousand Oaks Barrel Co from American White Oak and holds approximately 10 liters. They have a medium char, 6 black steel hoops (bands) and a beautiful exterior finish. They look great on the bar or in the kitchen!
Aging and serving wine from the barrel provides great conversation at parties and gives an ordinary table wine something to talk about.
The barrel is shipped in a 12x12 inch box with instructions on how to cure and care for the barrel.
For additional sizes, pictures and info on the barrel go to;
www.1000oaksbarrel.com or call (703) 885-1483.
Curing Your Barrel
First rinse the inside of the barrel by filling and emptying 2 or 3 times to remove any wood debris. Prior to use, your barrel must be filled with water or submerged for approximately 3 to 5 days. This will allow the oak to expand and retain liquid. (the barrel may leak until cured) After this initial curing period, place the barrel on the holder in a dry area. Liquid will continue to slowly drain through the wood for the following 3 to 7 days. Keep the barrel filled during this time. When the barrel stops draining, empty the contents and rinse again. You are now ready to fill with your spirits.
Filling with Spirits
When filling your barrel with spirits, fill the barrel completely removing all air. Place the bung in tightly. Air inside the barrel will spoil the aging process.
Aging Spirits
Allow your spirits in a cool damp environment for 2 weeks. Then begin tasting. When aged to your taste or similar to your favorite beverage, start drinking. Drink straight from the barrel or empty into a glass bottle and seal tightly. This will stop the aging process. You can now begin aging a new barrel. Barrels left without liquid will dry out quickly. See Maintaining Your Barrel below.
Storage
Barrels should be stored in a cool place and away from sunlight. This will protect both the exterior of the barrel and the aging spirits inside. In time liquid will be absorbed by the barrel or evaporate, generally about 5% a years. Dry climates or heated homes tend to cause more evaporation so check your barrel on a regular basis.
Maintaining your barrel
Barrels left without liquid will dry quickly and no longer hold liquid without leaking. If this occurs, begin the curing process again.
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