Treated Oak Barrel With Tap & Stand - 10L

A brand new treated oakbarrel with tap & supporting stand.  

Ideal for your bar, for decoration and for dispensing at parties, etc.

Very attractive and solid finish.

Waxed on the inside.

Perfect for ageing wines, ciders & spirits.

Please note when ageing, as this is a smaller volume barrel the rate of ageing is much faster than that of a larger oak barrel.

Due to the above we recommend regularly checking on what you are storing every few weeks to ensure that the oak / tannin level is to your preference.

Stave thickness: 20 mm.

Capacity: 10L 

Barrel & Support Dimensions: 35 x 32 x 24 cm approximately.

Storing & Maintaining Your Barrel

You will need the following items for cleaning and ensuring your barrel has a long lifetime:

• Cleaning & Sterilising Powder / Tablets or sulphur wicks.
• Neutralising Acid (Citric Acid Powder)

To clean your oak barrel, follow these simple steps:

• Fill the barrel with a cleaning and sterilising solution and warm water, this will also help to hydrate your barrel and prevent slow leaks from forming
• Leave to soak for at least 24 hours
• Empty the barrel and thoroughly rinse through at least three times
• Fill the barrel with a solution of neutralising acid and warm water
• Leave to soak for at least 15 minutes
• Empty the barrel again, and rinse through another two to three times

You can also do a cold or tepid water soak to prime / cure your barrel.

Please note, we recommend following the above steps before using your barrel.

We also recommend 3/4 filling your barrel with a sterilised solution every month when it is not actively being used.

Store in a cool dry environment.