1773 Boston Harbor Stave Bench

Reclaimed Bourbon Barrel Bench — Colonial Hearth Craft & Cooper’s Oak

Hand-built from authentic American bourbon barrel staves and heads, this bench reflects the humble yet enduring spirit of early American craftsmanship. Each stave once bore the weight of flame-tempered oak and aging bourbon — and now, cut and refined by hand, it serves again with dignity and purpose.

The seat’s gentle curve comes naturally from the barrel’s original form, shaped long ago by a cooper’s hammer and fire. We preserve that history, sanding only enough to smooth the hand and then sealing the oak in a protective finish that honors its warmth, grain, and story.

Measuring ≈ 36" L × 14" D × 18" H, this bench provides a comfortable resting place whether set in an entry, beside the hearth, in a tavern-style gathering nook, or along a bar rail. Tested to 300 lbs., it stands as firmly as the barrels once stood in distillery warehouses — built not for show, but for generations of use.

Each bench is unique; no two barrels age the same, and so no two benches will ever match perfectly. Every mark, curve, and shade is a testament to American timber, American craft, and American history — restored in a father-and-son workshop with the same care our forefathers gave their homes and tools.

A barrel once served the spirit of a nation — now it serves your home with comfort, resilience, and quiet American pride.

Dimensions: 36" L × 14" D × 18" H
Material: Reclaimed American White Oak Bourbon Barrel
Finish: Hand-sanded, sealed, and polished for everyday use
Crafted By: Southern Yankee Woodworking — Father & Son Artisan Shop