1 Litre Gator Oak Aging Barrel with Metal Spigot – Premium Thick Staves

Get premium small-batch aging performance with the 1 Litre Gator Oak Aging Barrel with Metal Spigot. The Gator line uses thicker American white oak staves and a bold upgraded build with blackened hoops, visible rivets and gold nail accents on the stand.

Designed for whiskey, bourbon, rum, tequila and barrel-aged cocktails, the compact 1L format provides high oak-to-spirit contact for hands-on experimentation and frequent tasting. The charred oak can contribute smoky toasted oak, vanilla, caramelized sugar, spice and tannin as your spirit develops.

Premium Gator Features

• Thicker American white oak staves
• Metal spigot for an upgraded serving configuration
• Blackened hoops and upgraded rivets
• Gold nail accents on the barrel stand
• Built for small-batch spirit and cocktail aging

Recommended Aging

For a first batch, begin tasting around the 3-week mark. A typical 1L aging window is approximately 3–5 weeks, depending on the spirit and your preferred oak intensity.

Barrel Specifications

• Capacity: 1 Litre
• Overall dimensions: 6.0" L × 4.5" D (15.2 × 11.4 cm)
• Barrel face diameter: 78 mm (3.07")
• Recommended engravable area: 55–60 mm (2.2"–2.4")
• Empty weight: approx. 2.5–3 lb (1.1–1.4 kg)
• Height on stand: approx. 4.5"–5.0" (11.4–12.7 cm)

Before Your First Fill

Cure the barrel before adding spirits so the oak can swell and seal. Keep it full during aging, protect it from direct heat and sunlight, and taste regularly so you can bottle at your preferred flavor profile.