Barrels sometimes leak from the head or stave seams or even through the wood. This can happen with any barrel and is a normal part of the barrel aging process.
To stop leaks, apply a small amount of this barrel wax to the leaking area.
How to Use Barrel Wax on an Oak Barrel:
With your finger, apply a small amount of wax on the barrel where the hole or leak is occurring, then push the wax into the hole until the leak stops.