A Barrel Pick is the opportunity to select a single barrel of bourbon and have it bottled exclusively for you. Rather than purchasing a finished bottle off the shelf, you are choosing a barrel that has been aging in a rickhouse and guiding it through the final step of its journey into glass.
Each Barrel Pick is unique. No two barrels age the same, and no two finished bottlings are identical.
When you purchase a Barrel Pick, you are selecting a specific barrel that will be bottled exclusively for you. BarrelPick.com facilitates the process end-to-end, working with distilleries, bottling partners, and logistics providers to ensure the barrel is properly managed and bottled according to all applicable regulations.
You are not buying a financial product or investment. You are purchasing a tangible, physical product — a barrel of bourbon that will be bottled for your personal use.
No. Many barrels are ready to bottle right away, while others may benefit from additional aging.
Depending on the barrel you select, you may have the option to bottle immediately or allow the bourbon to continue aging before bottling. This decision is part of what makes a Barrel Pick personal — the timing is guided by preference, taste, and patience.
The number of bottles varies based on the barrel, its age, and the proof at which it is bottled. As a general guideline, a standard bourbon barrel typically yields around 200 to 225 bottles, though that number can be higher or lower depending on evaporation over time and bottling decisions.
Exact yield expectations are shared before bottling so there are no surprises.
BarrelPick.com works with a wide range of respected distilleries and continually updates its available barrel selection. Inventory changes as barrels are selected and bottled.
If you are looking for a specific distillery, mash bill, or style, you can inquire directly and the team will let you know what options may be available now or in the future.
Pricing varies depending on the barrel selected and the design choices made during bottling.
As a general starting point, a Barrel Pick begins around $5,000, which includes the barrel, bottling, standard glassware, closures, applicable taxes, and associated costs. At this level, the cost typically equates to approximately $20 per bottle.
Costs can increase significantly based on factors such as:
All pricing is transparent, and details are provided before any purchase is finalized.
No. A Barrel Pick is not an investment product and does not require accredited investor status.
Barrel Picks are offered as a premium, collectible bourbon experience intended for personal enjoyment, gifting, and private use.
Shipping options depend on your location and local regulations.
In many cases, bottles can be picked up at a designated location or shipped through compliant channels. The BarrelPick.com team will walk you through the available options and requirements based on your state.
Yes. BarrelPick.com offers a curated selection of finishing options, including ex-sherry, ex-wine, ex-maple syrup, and other specialty barrel types.
Finishing allows you to add an additional layer of character and complexity to your bourbon during the final stage of aging. Availability and finishing options vary based on the barrel and desired profile.
Additional costs apply for finishing, and all details are reviewed in advance so you can decide what best fits your vision for the final bottle.
In some cases, yes — though it cannot be guaranteed.
Visits and bottling observations are subject to the policies, schedules, and safety requirements of the distillery partner handling the barrel. When permitted, BarrelPick.com is happy to help coordinate these experiences whenever possible.
While not every barrel or facility allows on-site visits or bottling observation, requests are always welcomed and reviewed on a case-by-case basis.