Personalized Full Size Bourbon/Whiskey Barrel

Every full-size bourbon or whiskey barrel we engrave has a real story behind it. These are authentic, retired barrels that spent years aging some of America’s finest spirits before starting their next chapter with you. Built from American oak and brimming with character, they make a statement in any space.

Our team hand-selects each barrel head for engraving, working with the natural features of the wood to create a design that pops. Deep laser engraving brings out the contrast in the oak grain for a bold, lasting finish. Whether you choose to engrave the head, side, or both, this barrel transforms into a one-of-a-kind showpiece that’s equal parts history, craftsmanship, and personal meaning.

How to Order

1. Select your engraving location (head, side, or both).
   *If you choose to engrave the side, please see notes about this below.*

2. Select your design. Choose from professionally designed templates created by our in-house team.

3. Provide direction in the "Personalization Notes" field above, indicating the specific text you want in your design. All red sections of the designs templates can be personalized.

4. Place your order.

5. After we receive your order, we’ll review the details & prepare your design. If your order includes a custom design, an uploaded logo, or a modified side engraving, we’ll send a proof for your approval within 3-4 business days. Otherwise, if you selected one of our pre-built templates, we’ll plug in your personalization details and move straight into production.

6. Once your proof is approved — or if no proof is needed — we’ll fire up the lasers and get to work. Production takes up to 10 business days before your order ships out.

Side Engravings
Side engraving is available as its own option or can be combined with head engraving. The engraving is placed between the middle two bands, with an engraveable space of approximately 12" x 12" (see gallery images for reference). In the personalization details, let us know if you’d like the same design as the head or a simplified version (ex. date, initials, etc.) A proof will always be provided for modified design requests.

Important Notes

• Imperfections such as warped heads, cracks, rust, or other signs of previous use are possible when purchasing decor grade barrels, but the barrels remain structurally sound with tight steel bands.

• Because these barrels are authentic, you can expect distillery markings, unique wood coloration, rust on the bands & residual material on the inside of the barrel. We do not clean these barrels.

• Size/dimensions are approximate. Even between standard 53-gallon barrels, height may vary slightly, and some barrels may not sit perfectly level.

• The images provided are references only and may not represent the exact barrel you’ll receive as our inventory is constantly rotating.

• A proof is required only for custom designs, artwork uploads, or modified side engravings. Orders using our pre-built templates will move directly into production without a proof.

ENGRAVED HEADS & STAVES (PARCEL)

All engraved barrel parts (staves & heads) are shipped via UPS or FedEx Ground.

ENGRAVED BARRELS (FREIGHT)

Full size barrels will be shipped via a LTL motor freight provider. To ensure safety and integrity of your barrels, they are wrapped in plastic and strapped down to a pallet with a label identifying the pallet contents.

Volume Orders: Barrels can be shipped up to 4 barrels per pallet and 8 barrels per skid (two pallets high).

Shipment transit times vary depending on location, weather and carrier capacity. For specific delivery dates, expedited shipping, preferred shipping carrier or unique delivery requests contact us directly to arrange your shipment prior to ordering.

At checkout you will be asked to confirm your delivery location type. If you do not have a loading dock or forklift, a lift gate will be required. Offloads by hand are not available.

LOCAL PICKUP

Local pickup is available for all engraved products from our Louisville, KY location.

For more information, see our Shipping FAQs.