Dark Jamaican Rum Bootleg Kit for Dad – Make & Age Spirits in an Oak Barrel Keg (3L)

Product Overview: Craft Your Own Whiskey at Home in an Oak Barrel

Accelerated Aging of Spirits

With our high-quality small oak barrels, you can age spirits and cocktails significantly faster than in traditional commercial barrels. The aging process in these small barrels ranges from three to four weeks, a time equivalent to 1.5 to 2 years in larger 55-gallon drums. Enjoy rich, extracted flavors at an accelerated rate!

Customizable Chalkboard Front

Personalize your barrel with ease! The front features a writable chalkboard where you can note the type of spirit, signature cocktail, date barreled, and any special blend or enhancement. The chalk wipes clean effortlessly, making it easy to document your next batch. And, yes, chalk is included!

Perfect Bar Showpiece

These beautifully crafted barrels serve not only as functional aging tools but also as stunning decor. Whether displayed at the bar or in the kitchen, they make a charming gift for whiskey and bourbon enthusiasts, or even those who appreciate a casual drink.

Create Signature Cocktails

With your new barrel, prepare classic aged cocktails like the Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Whiskey Sour, Boulevardier, and Sazerac right at home. Discover the distinct flavors of Tennessee Whiskey, Dublin Single Malt, Cinnamon Whiskey, Ultra Peat, and Small Batch bourbons, each priced at $89.95.

What's Included?

Your purchase comes complete with essential components: a stand, bung, spigot, chalk, essence flavorings, a restoration kit, and the Bootlegger's Bible for guidance.

Flavor Profiles

• American Corn Whiskey: Distinctive taste achieved by being filtered through sugar maple charcoal, resulting in a unique rewarding profile.
• Malted Irish Whiskey: Aged in used bourbon barrels for a delightful twist.
• Cinnamon Whiskey: A fiery blend of spices reminiscent of the popular Fireball Cocktail.
• Scottish Whisky: Offers a robust flavor owing to the peat smoke used in drying the barley.
• Small Batch Bourbon: Captures the essence of traditional pot still bourbons from the 1800s.

Using the Bootleg Kit

1. Prepare Your Barrel: Cure your barrel using hot or boiling water per the instructions provided in the Bootlegger's Bible. This step ensures the wood expands to eliminate leaks.

2. Add Essence: Pour Swish Barrel Essence into your cured barrel. Consult the included quantity chart for perfect measurements.

3. Fill with Spirits: Top the barrel with your favorite vodka or grain alcohol (not included) and gently shake to mix.

4. Age to Taste: Allow the spirits to age for one to two weeks, sampling periodically until it reaches your desired flavor profile.

5. Pour and Garnish: Once ready, dispense directly from the barrel or transfer to a glass bottle to halt further aging. Don’t forget to garnish your cocktails for an exquisite presentation!

Barrel Aging FAQs

• Loose Hoops: Our barrels are handmade, and it’s normal for hoops to loosen. Simply adjust them by hand and tap them back into place before curing.
• Rattling Sounds: It’s typical for small wood pieces to rattle inside your barrel due to the charring process. This enhances aging—just strain before drinking.
• Blackish Color: This "leaching" is normal and occurs as liquids traverse through the wood, often seen in commercial barrels.
• Spigot Issues: Ensure to remove the bung to release pressure before dispensing from the spigot.
• Small Quantity of Spirit: Rapid aging leads to accelerated evaporation. Taste periodically and when pleased with the flavor, transfer to bottle.

Customization Options

Available in multiple sizes—1 liter, 2 liters, 3 liters, and 5 liters—these barrels not only make a versatile gift but also a lasting addition to any home bar.

Make your own whiskey and cocktails with our Bootleg Kit, and immerse yourself in the art of aging spirits. With everything you need included (except the alcohol), getting started has never been easier! Enjoy the experience of becoming a legal bootlegger today!

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