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Midwest Barrel Co. is your one-stop shop for all things barrels - whether it's whiskey casks (or whisky casks for some), bourbon barrels, wine barrels, or specialty casks, we've got you covered. From the vineyards of California, to the bourbon heartland of Kentucky, we source the BEST oak barrels in all categories.
International shipping starts for quantities as few as 8 barrels.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING MADE EASY
You don’t want to order your casks from a partner you don’t trust. We take the risk out of the deal. While we can’t make the ships sail faster, we can promise we will send you the freshest, most recently emptied, barrels in all of North America.
CONTAINER SHIPPING
DOOR TO DOOR (DAP)
DOOR TO PORT (CIF)
DOCUMENTATION
WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE?
To guarantee superior cask quality, we've assembled a team of seasoned distillery professionals from some of Kentucky’s most respected distilleries. Their expertise ensures our barrels always meet the highest standards, so you can continue creating exceptional whiskey.
EASY
From our door to yours, we keep things simple & speedy.
EXCLUSIVE
We have exclusive partnerships & products that equal trust, access and
consistency.
EDUCATION
We humanize the education experience by being your all-access barrel
consultants.
EASY
We keep things simple & speedy - order online or talk to a human. It’s up to you.EXCLUSIVE
We have exclusive partnerships & products (hello Willett barrels) that equal trust, access and consistency.EDUCATION
We humanize the education experience by being your all-access barrel consultants.
SERVING BOURBON CASKS TO 30+ COUNTRIES
DAVID SCHROEDER
FAIRLY TRADED ORGANICS
"Midwest Barrel is our go-to supplier of barrels for our organic rum distillery in Paraguay, South America. Ben has always provided impeccable service. He is always available to answer questions and help on orders. They arrange seamless freight and delivery to our port, which is a huge help! Great organization, quality barrels. International clients can buy with confidence."
DAVID SCHROEDER, FAIRLY TRADED ORGANICS
JOHN HAYES
WEST CORK DISTILLERY
"Our experience with Midwest Barrel Co. and Ben has been exceptional. They consistently provide high-quality barrels that meet our strict standards, ensuring a steady supply and smooth production. The ease of communication and support is superb, making it straightforward to address any needs or queries promptly. Ben’s understanding of our requirements and commitment to competitive pricing and efficient logistics make Midwest Barrel Co. a trusted and reliable partner."
JOHN HAYES, WEST CORK DISTILLERY
"Midwest Barrel is our go-to supplier of barrels for our organic rum distillery in Paraguay, South America. Ben has always provided impeccable service. He is always available to answer questions and help on orders. They arrange seamless freight and delivery to our port, which is a huge help! Great organization, quality barrels. International clients can buy with confidence."
DAVID SCHROEDER
FAIRLY TRADED ORGANICS
"Our experience with Midwest Barrel Co. and Ben has been exceptional. They consistently provide high-quality barrels that meet our strict standards, ensuring a steady supply and smooth production. The ease of communication and support is superb, making it straightforward to address any needs or queries promptly. Ben’s understanding of our requirements and commitment to competitive pricing and efficient logistics make Midwest Barrel Co. a trusted and reliable partner."
JOHN HAYES
WEST CORK DISTILLERY
MEET BEN
FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
He's the guy that started it all... "Barrel Ben." Armed with a Ph.D. in Viticulture, Ben blends academic expertise and business know-how to source the best barrels that meet the highest standards.
Rooted in his Midwestern values of simplicity and integrity, Ben makes sure distilleries get exactly what they need—no fluff, no gimmicks, just barrels they can trust.
YOUR BARREL EXPERTS
MIDWEST BARREL CO. TAKES QUALITY SERIOUSLY
When it comes to quality, we don’t just meet expectations—we set them. By sourcing American oak barrels from over 150 top-tier distilleries, including Barton 1792, Wild Turkey, & Willett Distillery, we deliver highly sought-after casks to distillers worldwide.
Our expertise runs deep. You could even say we have barrels down to a science (literally). Ben brings a doctorate-level understanding of barrel-aging science to the table, backed by a team of seasoned professionals from some of bourbon country’s most respected distilleries. The result? Casks that meet the highest standards and bring out the best in your whisk(e)y.
Quality isn’t just a priority, it’s our promise. Each barrel is meticulously inspected and given a stamp of approval before leaving our warehouse. The Midwest Barrel Co. crew takes pride in doing things right by providing you with one thing: Damn. Good. Barrels.™
SHOP#1 SELECT BARRELS
#1 SELECT BARRELS
#1 SELECT BOURBON/WHISKEY BARREL - FRESH DUMPED, ONCE USED
#1 SELECT BOURBON/WHISKEY BARREL - FRESHLY EMPTIED, ONCE USED
Our highest quality refillable barrels, #1 Selects are sourced straight from your favorite American bourbon distilleries and require no re-coopering. Only the best make it into this category, carefully graded to reflect their excellent condition and ability to refill.
Each barrel receives a thorough 5-point inspection to ensure sound heads, solid staves, and strong hoops, with no serious issues. There’s a chance of a little rust or the random small crack, but nothing that affects quality or fillability. Built to age for decades to come, our #1 Selects deliver the durability, reliability, and overall quality you can trust, every time.
International shipping starts for quantities as few as 8 barrels. Contact us using the button below to start your order today!
Our highest quality refillable barrels, #1 Selects are sourced straight from your favorite American bourbon distilleries and require no re-coopering. Only the best make it into this category, carefully graded to reflect their excellent condition and ability to refill.
Each barrel receives a thorough 5-point inspection to ensure sound heads, solid staves, and strong hoops, with no serious issues. There’s a chance of a little rust or the random small crack, but nothing that affects quality or fillability. Built to age for decades to come, our #1 Selects deliver the durability, reliability, and overall quality you can trust, every time.
International shipping starts for quantities as few as 8 barrels. Contact us to get your order started today!
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