The size of 53 gallons was the largest that they could make to fit in the standard ricks without making the structure of the barrel weak causing leaks. ... They said the old 48 gallon barrels were much easier to handle, so the increased size made the barrels more difficult to roll.Dec 22, 2008
What is the size of a whiskey barrel?
53 US gallons
How many gallons is a Jack Daniels barrel?
Jack Daniels Authentic Oak Aged Whiskey Barrel. Fifty-three gallon empty whiskey barrel; finished and branded with Jack Daniels logo. *Whiskey not included. Each barrel is unique, no two are alike.
How big is a normal whiskey barrel?
Whiskey barrels are usually large enough enough to store 53 gallons—or 200 liters—of liquor, in which is a pretty standard amount to purchase whiskey. A barrel made for this much alcohol would be about 21 inches by 36 inches in size.Feb 9, 2010