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Badmotivator Legacy Barrels

American White Oak 6.4L Barrel

American White Oak 6.4L Barrel

Regular price $149.95 USD
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Quartersawn American White Oak Barrel

Aged for 48 months in Missouri, our 1.8-gallon American White Oak Barrel, crafted in Eugene, Oregon, is designed to replicate the surface area of a full 53-gallon barrel for premium spirit aging.

Features:

  • Ready for immediate shipment
  • Made from durable quartersawn American White Oak, suitable for aging up to 15+ years
  • Stainless steel can and spigot to prevent flavor alteration
  • White Oak bung and beeswax seal for optimal aging

Capacity:

  • 1.8 gallons (6.4 L), perfect for developing rich, complex spirits

Extras:

  • Comes with a testing bung and an additional new, unused bung

Every barrel is unique, with individual serial numbers and natural variations in appearance and texture.

Toast and Char Levels Suggestions for Flavor Profiles:

Light Toast, Char 2:

  • Light Rum: Adds mild complexity
  • Tequila: Light depth for short aging

Medium Toast, Char 2:

  • Bourbon & Rye Whiskey: Adds balanced caramel and vanilla with floral notes
  • Apple Brandy: Complements fruitiness

Medium-Plus Toast, Char 3:

  • Scotch & Aged Rum: Provides depth and complexity
  • Mezcal: Enhances smokiness without overpowering

Heavy Toast, Char 3:

  • Dark Rums & Bold Bourbons: Delivers rich chocolate, coffee, and smoky notes
  • Armagnac: Adds body and complexity

These are general guidelines. Feel free to experiment to find the profile that best suits your taste!

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Customer Reviews

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Perry

As always, top quality and super fast shipping!! This barrel is number 10!

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Henry Griffith
Badmo barrels

Barrels came very quickly and with great quality. Looking to age the bourbon for a few years plus so super excited. Highly recommend bad motivator!

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Jamie Goins

Quality

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Joshua Everest
Oak barrel

This is an amazing barrel. No leaks at all and smells amazing. Can't beat the quality of these.

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Steve Rix
Exceptional Quality & Craftsmanship – My 10th Barrel!

I’ve been using BadMotivator Legacy Barrels for aging alcohol for a while now, and this is my 10th barrel – that alone should speak to the quality and consistency of their craftsmanship. Every single barrel I’ve received has been well-constructed, durable, and delivers exceptional results.

The wood is high quality, the build is tight, and there are no leaks or structural flaws. The aging process is smooth, and the flavors develop beautifully over time. Whether you're aging whiskey, rum, or any other spirit, these barrels deliver fantastic results.

If you're serious about aging your own spirits and want a reliable, well-made barrel, Bad Motivator is the way to go. Highly recommend!