Initial Barrel-Aging Procedure

Curing and sealing your barrel for the first time

Cure and seal your oak barrel

1. Insert the spigot into the face of the barrel. Gently tap with a hammer until properly secure.

2. Fill with water and empty it to remove any kind of waste.

3. Fill it another time with hot water and leave it like that for at least 48 hours. It’ll be helpful to seal and prevent possible leaking. Though it is normal if it leaks a little at first, when the barrel absorbs the water and starts to swell, leaks will start slowing down.

Batch full-scale recipe in a 20 qt Cambro and stir to combine before aging and filling barrel.

Full-Scale Barrel-Aged High West Old Fashioned 20 Liter BarrelsFull-Scale Barrel-Aged Old Fashioned 10 Liter Barrels

Insert the bung into the bunghole and age for 30 days