American White Oak barrel 5L (Medium Toast)

American White Oak barrel 5L (Medium Toast) Hand made from American White Oak and flamed to a medium toast with a Stainless Tap. Great for aging beer, wine and spirits. No foil or bladder lining 100% Oak. These 5L barrels are hand made from American White Oak and flamed to a medium toast. Great for ageing beer, wine and spirits. The barrels are not plastic/aluminium foil lined or use rubberised bladder like some that we have seen on the market. Please ensure you crack the lid open slightly when dispensing, and always refill to the top after a tasting session. Please see the instruction manual at the bottom of the page. Failure to follow these directions will void warranty. These barrels are 100% American white oak with a medium toast inside and a raw un-varinshed outside. This means more care needs to be taken to keep these barrels in tip top shape. But ultimately you will have the best possible product as a result, and much more flexibility in maintaining a leak free barrel. All Barrels will leak if proper care is not taken, for more on leaking and remedies to fix this please view the instructions tab at the bottom of the page. Features – 100% American Oak – Raw Exterior (Non-Varnished) for easier leak prevention techniques. – Stainless Alloy Rings coated in a protective black coating. – Foodgrade reinforced plastic screw in cork. – Spring loaded spigot for easier dispensing. – Barrel Wax Block The wood shown in the photo may differ depending on the lighting and the monitor it is being displayed on. NOTE: This oak barrel will arrive dry and just like any quality made real oak barrel they need to be prepared before use. Please read this guide for more information: Oak Barrel Preparation and Maintenance