YOUR GUIDE TO BARREL CARE
Specialty barrels are brought in from international locations such as Mexico, Spain, Portugal and Central America. We frequently source barrels that have previously aged a variety of quality spirits, including rum, tequila, Scotch, Cognac, Port and more.
Midwest Barrel Co. does not rinse, clean or alter the inside of the barrels in any way. We do not add spirits back into the barrels. They come exactly as is from the distillery.
BARREL SPECS:
- Size: 53 Gallon - 500 Liters
- Oak Type: American White Oak (Quercus alba), French Oak (Quercus robur), Hungarian Oak (Quercus frainetto)
- Bung Size / Type: #11 Solid Silicone Bung or #11 Fermentation Ventilation Bung
NEED HELP WITH YOUR BARREL?
If we’re doing our job correctly, there shouldn’t be a whole lot of care needed for your barrels. But sometimes life happens and barrels aren’t filled quite as quickly as you anticipated.
SPECIALTY BARREL CARE
What you really need to know:
As a reminder, our leak-free guarantee is valid for 30 days post purchase and you will want to take extra precautions with swelling the barrel prior to filling
OUR BRAND PROMISE
At Midwest Barrel Co. we take pride in doing things right. Simply put, that means our customers get the right barrel at the right time, by people who actually give a damn. It’s our promise.
GUARANTEED LEAK-FREE FOR 30 DAYS
FRESH DUMPED
MULTI-POINT INSPECTION
DECOR GRADE BARRELS
WHY TIMING IS IMPORTANT
A successful barrel-aging program takes time and commitment.
We know that a lot of planning and execution goes into your brewing schedule and fill dates. For best results, we always recommend filling within 7 days of receipt. Your barrels will arrive tight and ready to fill.
Couldn’t fill within a week – now what???
We get it, dates and times don’t always line up just perfect. Generally, filling barrels within three weeks of arrival shouldn’t pose a problem.
But...the longer a barrel sits, the drier it becomes. This makes the barrel more prone to leaks. If you know you will not be filling your barrel immediately, we suggest holding off on purchasing until closer to your fill date.
Should you be unable to fill your barrel immediately, we encourage you to store it in a cool and humid environment (think dank basement or cellar). If you plan to fill beyond that amount of time, you may need to take some simple steps to swell your barrel before filling.
LET’S KEEP IT FRESH
Barrel Storage Tips