{"product_id":"1-litre-gator-oak-aging-barrel-metal-spigot","title":"1 Litre Gator Oak Aging Barrel with Metal Spigot – Premium Thick Staves","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet premium small-batch aging performance with the \u003cstrong\u003e1 Litre Gator Oak Aging Barrel with Metal Spigot\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePremium Gator Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThicker American white oak staves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal spigot for an upgraded serving configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackened hoops and upgraded rivets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold nail accents on the barrel stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for small-batch spirit and cocktail aging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a first batch, begin tasting around the 3-week mark. A typical 1L aging window is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the spirit and your preferred oak intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBarrel Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Litre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0\" L × 4.5\" D (15.2 × 11.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel face diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78 mm (3.07\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended engravable area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55–60 mm (2.2\"–2.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmpty weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 2.5–3 lb (1.1–1.4 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight on stand:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 4.5\"–5.0\" (11.4–12.7 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore Your First Fill\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCure 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hand-Crafted Oak Barrels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47556151935194,"sku":"UBC-GATOR-1L-METAL","price":122.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/1284\/4250\/files\/Urban_Barrels_1L_Angled_1024px.jpg?v=1770057900","url":"https:\/\/urbanbarrelcompany.com\/products\/1-litre-gator-oak-aging-barrel-metal-spigot","provider":"Urban Barrel Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}