Both whiskey and wine barrels can be used in all of the same ways, and for all of the same DIY projects!

When deciding between the two, the decision typically comes down to your preference on appearance, or simply your preference for whiskey or wine as a beverage!

The whiskey barrels inherently have a more rustic character and appeal. The wine barrels retain a cleaner, lighter, and newer look, and often have light red wine stains throughout.

Either way, you can't go wrong!

It depends on quantity and location! We ship some UPS Ground. Others via various freight carriers. And we deliver a lot of orders ourselves to get you the best cost possible on used barrels. Our website checkout process is set up to auto-calculate to get you the best shipping rates!

Some of the barrels do have a stamp on the barrel heads; others do not. With wine barrels, often times it is the original barrel cooperage insignia instead of the winery logo.

To be honest, we strongly prioritize the quality of the barrel over finding barrels with particular stamps.

A barrel creates and maintains a watertight seal by the wood of the barrel staying well hydrated with the product it contains (whiskey, wine, beer, etc.)

So as received, the barrel will hold water! There may be small leaks at first, but as that wood rehydrates, it will reseal. 

Every year, we have a countless number of customers who use the whiskey barrels to make rain barrels and other projects that require the barrel to hold liquid.

The key to keeping the barrel liquid-tight is to keep some liquid in the barrel at all times. If you let the barrel dry out for an extended period of time, it will lose its seal and need to be 'rehydrated' to reseal.

The barrels sit at 35 inches tall, which is considered "counter-height". (Same height as a standard kitchen counter or island.) Therefore "counter-height stools", which are between 24-26 inches tall pair perfectly next to the barrels!

It depends on quantity and location. We run our own delivery trucks and also ship freight with over a dozen different carriers. Because of that, prices can vary. Please reach out to get a quote so we can ensure we get you the best deal!

Our shop is located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, just north of Pittsburgh. Here at our shop, we transform each of used barrels into stunning furniture for your home or business! If you're in the area, you're always welcome to stop by as well.