A longer, more nuanced oak aging experience — the 5L barrel lets you develop complexity and balance without overloading your wine or spirit.
The 5-litre charred oak barrel offers more aging capacity than the 1.5L while still providing the accelerated oak extraction typical of small-format barrels. At 5L it's large enough to develop wine over several weeks with a more gradual flavour build-up, giving you more control over the final oak character. Perfect for red wine aging, bourbon, or for aging two bottles of spirits to share as gifts.
- Capacity: 5 L
- American charred oak construction
- Stainless steel rings and fittings
- Suitable for wine, whiskey, bourbon, rum
- Slower oak extraction than 1.5L — more control over ageing
Winemaker's Tip: Before using a new barrel, cure it first: fill with water for 48–72 hours until the staves swell and any leaks seal. Then rinse and fill with your wine or spirit.