thatleetboy
Well-Known Member
I've managed to grab several old (5-7yrs) oak barrels from a fellow who was pretty serious about making his own wine at home. They seem to all be about 10 gallons, American Oak, although one is just a bit larger, and is French.
I've rinsed and somewhat cleaned out one of them, and now, a couple of days in, the staves have finally swollen enough that it seems that it will be abled to hold whatever I put inside.
I'm having trouble finding much info about putting beer in a barrel. Is there anyone who might have a link or two to share? Or perhaps are experienced, and can answer a question or two?
I should also mention that I've never actually attempted to make a wild beer before, but I really want to try using these barrels to age in.
Cheers
I've rinsed and somewhat cleaned out one of them, and now, a couple of days in, the staves have finally swollen enough that it seems that it will be abled to hold whatever I put inside.
I'm having trouble finding much info about putting beer in a barrel. Is there anyone who might have a link or two to share? Or perhaps are experienced, and can answer a question or two?
I should also mention that I've never actually attempted to make a wild beer before, but I really want to try using these barrels to age in.
Cheers