New (Never Used) 5 Gallon White Oak Barrel
These brand new, never used 5 Gallon White Oak Barrels are perfect for aging whiskey, bourbon, wine, cider and beer.
Now available in two different char levels.
New (Never Used) 5 Gallon White Oak Barrel
Medium Char (Char #3)
Louisville, KY
1001 Glengarry Dr
Suite B
Louisville KY 40118
United States
These brand new, never used 5 Gallon White Oak Barrels are perfect for aging whiskey, bourbon, wine, cider and beer. Your beverage will pick up oak flavor during the aging process. Because these barrels are new, they will need to be swelled with hot water before filling.
Important notes: These barrels come with a wooden 1 5/16" bung. However, we recommend purchasing a #7 silicone bung, which can be cleaned and reused indefinitely. Barrel stand is not included with purchase.
PARCEL
Orders for small barrels (generally 5 or less) are shipped via UPS or USPS.
FREIGHT
Volume orders (generally 6+ small barrels) will be shipped via an LTL motor freight provider. To ensure safety and freshness of your barrels, they are wrapped in plastic and strapped down to a pallet with a label identifying the pallet contents.
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 liftgate will be required. Offloads by hand are not available.
LOCAL PICKUP
Local pickup is available from our Louisville (Fairdale), Kentucky location.
For more information, see our Shipping FAQs.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Volume | 5 gallons |
| Age of Barrels | 1+ years |
| Origin | Mexico |
| Wood Type | American White Oak |
| Char Level Options | Medium Char (Char #3), or Light Char (Char #1) |
| Bung Hole Location | Belly |
| Weight | 15 lbs. |
| Dimensions | 12x12x14 |
| Bung Hole Size | 1 5/16 in. |
| Bung Recommendation | Wood 1 5/16 (included) or Silicone #7 |
Customer Reviews
After the shipping issue, I cured my barrel then filled it. After 24 hours I noticed seapage around the ends of the barrels. I hope it stops completely soon. Otherwise the barrel is a fine product.
Carl,
Glad to hear your barrel arrived safely! A little seepage can happen as the wood fully swells, but rest assured, with proper hydration and sealing, it should resolve itself over time. If you have any concerns, our customer service team is happy to help—don’t hesitate to reach out!
In the meantime, here are a couple of helpful guides on swelling, sealing, and aging in new barrels:
Barrel-Aging 101: How to Swell a Dry or Leaking Barrel
https://midwestbarrelco.com/blogs/commercial-barrel-aging/barrel-aging-101-how-to-swell-a-dry-or-leaking-barrel?_pos=2&_sid=893b6c766&_ss=r
Guide: Barrel-Aging with New 5 Gallon Oak Barrels
https://midwestbarrelco.com/blogs/homebrewing/how-to-store-and-care-for-a-new-small-format-barrel?_pos=17&_sid=893b6c766&_ss=r
The Midwest Barrel Co. Team
I have not gotten to fill my barrell. I believe I ordered my barrell on a Monday morning then received my barrell Tuesday evening. And the barrell matched its online description. It's hard to find something wrong with a product when you get what you ordered.. and get it quickly.
Casey,
Quick shipping and the perfect little 5-gallon barrel? That’s what we like to hear! Thank you for this positive feedback—we can’t wait to see what you create!
Cheers,
The Midwest Barrel Co. Team
I got the present for my mother-in-law, who makes traditional Mediterranean wines and by-products. She has always wanted an oak barrel, and at 5 gallons, it is the perfect size.
Lawrence,
A 5-gallon barrel for Mediterranean wine? That’s next-level gift-giving! Glad we could help you check off a long-time wish for your mother-in-law. Cheers to her winemaking adventures!
The Midwest Barrel Co. Team
As you're aware, David is blind. He says it took him 11 days to make barrel sealed properly. It's exactly you explained it and he really is thrilled. So Cheers from Dave
Dave,
We’re so glad to hear you’re thrilled with your barrel! It means a lot to us that it lived up to expectations. Cheers right back to you—we’re honored to be part of your barrel journey!
The Midwest Barrel Co. Team
Hello I purchased two 5 gal new barrels since I had to retire my would barrel due to age . I have successfully made Cabernet Sauvignon in the barrels. I had to drill out some spigot holes for my use. Basically as recommended I prepared the barrels from water leaking, though the wine did sleep out slightly in the beginning. Overall I am very happy and will be acquiring a few more for my cellar. As for the wine, I have bin told it's up there in quality with best. Sincerely Milanko
