Whisky Making: The Gentle Art of Coopering

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Casks Conditioned
Traditional cask names and sizes are as follows: Pin — 4.5 gallons; Firkin — 9 gallons; Kilderkin — 18 gallons; Barrel — 36 gallons; Hogshead — 54 gallons; Puncheon — 72 gallons; Butt — 108 gallons.

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