5 gallon new white oak barrel for aging whiskey, bourbon, wine, cider, beer or as decor hbo home brew ohio brand new, never been used 5 gallon white oak barrels. these smaller format barrels are perfect aging whiskey, bourbon, wine, cider and beer. keep in mind this is a new barrel so your beverage will pick up the oak flavor. **barrels must be swelled with hot water prior to filling** includes a wooden barrel plug and a #7 rubber stopper for your barrel! dimensions: 12x12x15.5”, 25 lbs, medium char, bung hole size - 1”