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Gifts For Bourbon Enthusiast

“Looking for some great Gifts For Bourbon Enthusiast? Check out the our selection of Home Decor and Accessories along with our popular barrel furniture line.”

Here at the Hungarian Workshop we have exactly what you have been looking for. Be sure to order your gifts today so you can have it in time for the holidays. We try to keep most items inn stock but we started running low by the first week. In this blog I will show off our items that are very popular Gifts For Bourbon Enthusiast.

The Bourbon Barrel Lounge Table –

This is one of our newest creations and has been very successful. This coffee table will create a perfect focal point in any living room, den, man cave or whiskey lounge. It is 20″ tall and 36″ in diameter. The top is made up from dozens of reclaimed bourbon barrel tops which will often have distillery marking and brand stamping. We have 3 left in stock and can ship in the next few days. Justin in time for the holidays.

The Bourbon Barrel End Table –

These end tables are our second most popular item. They go great with our lounge chairs as well as by themself in any area. We offer in four variation, two options is height 18″ and 24″. As well as two options for the table tops them self. You can choose from the Inside charred black or the Outside rustic oak. We currently have 10 left in our holiday inventory. But be sure to order soon as possible, we just sold two more this morning.

The Bourbon Barrel Lounge Chairs –

Our barrel lounge chairs are definitely our most popular items. Since 2012 we have made over 700! Lucky for you we have quite a few in stock as well. You can choose from two backrest styles: Open Back or Closed Back. We have shipped our Bourbon Barrel Lounge Chairs all over the world. If you really want to surprise that special Bourbon Enthusiast these chairs are the way to go.

Home Decor And Accessories & Recycle Bin 

For smaller items we have a great unique selection to choose from in our home decor and accessories section. From simple bottle openers to a skateboard and even a full size chess set all made from up cycled bourbon barrels. Keep in mind, at this time we might not have everything in stock so please double check if you are still trying to make the holiday deadline. In the Recycle Bin we have all sorts of barrel parts and full size barrels for sale. All the extra staves that are between 1/2″ to 2 1/2″ wide are up for grabs. We also have the cut offs which are nice and clean ready to use for whatever cool project you might have in mind. If you need the bands (metal hoops) that held the barrels together, we have those as well. Most of these items sell for about $1-$3 each and come in big bundles.

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-Balazs Moldovan

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Recycled Whiskey Barrels – 10 Handcrafted Ideas: Part 1

“Check a few cool ideas in the Hungarian Workshop’s latest blog: Recycled Whiskey Barrels – 10 Handcrafted Ideas. Great gifts for the true Whiskey lover.”

Whiskey Barrel End Table: Recycled Whiskey Barrels – 10 Handcrafted IdeasAll our items are available in our ONLINE STORE section of our website. Accessories in the RECYCLE BIN and furniture in the WHISKEY BARREL FURNITURE section.

1. The Whiskey Barrel End Table can be a great addition to any living room or patio set. They are handcrafted with care and charm in mind. Most often the barrel lids will feature old distilleries markings which shows of the material’s true history and origin. The table is available in two variations, the top can be the inside or outside face of the barrel. Giving you the option between the charred black finish or the rustic golden brown.

Whiskey Barrel Coasters: Recycled Whiskey Barrels – 10 Handcrafted Ideas2. These coasters are made from old & used Whiskey Barrels. The outer part side will occasionally feature the distillery’s name, dates, type of whiskey or any additional markings left behind from the cooper. The inner part side is the charred black look that all Whiskey barrels have to go through before getting filled. The coasters have an exterioir aluminum edging which is made from scrap material found in a metal yards.

Whiskey Barrel Skateboard: Recycled Whiskey Barrels – 10 Handcrafted Ideas3. Having some extra material left over from making our Whiskey Barrel Chairs, I had a wild idea to use some to make this very fun Whiskey Barrel Skateboard. The Whiskey Barrel Staves create a unique curve from front to back and from side to side as well. Allowing you to maneuver around with easy. The board it self is very heavy duty, after all it is made from American White Oak. The material has been getting stronger and harder from it’s previous life of holding Whiskey for many many years. The top side of the board is pure black because of the charring the distilleries have to do to give the Whiskey its great taste and colors. The Whiskey Barrel Skateboard’s length is about 34 inches and 8-9 inches wide. The front end is cut to slight curve and bull nosed for a smooth finish. The back end is left as is to show of the barrel’s chime & croze to ensure easy distinction of what the board used to be.

Whiskey Barrel Adirondack Chair: Recycled Whiskey Barrels – 10 Handcrafted Ideas4. Every stave is handpicked, sanded, cut, assembled and polished to ensure superior quality. The staves of the recycled whiskey barrels have been charred – giving them a great black or dark brown patina. All the barrel staves are curved just the right amount to provide excellent support through out your entire body. They are lightly sanded just enough to take off any dirt and grime without removing any of the natural colors. Stainless steel clips are placed on the undersides of the pieces to ensure structural durability and strength.

Whiskey Round Coffee Table: Recycled Whiskey Barrels – 10 Handcrafted Ideas5. This beautiful coffee table is made from up-cycled old Whiskey Barrels. The table top and the inside of the bottom have the distinguished whiskey barrel charred finish which was done by the distilleries to give the whiskey its great flavor and color. Made completely from American White Oak, this unique table will be an excellent conversation piece for decades to come.

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-Balazs Moldovan

 

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Barrel Furniture San Diego

“With all the wineries and breweries around in southern California, it’s no wonder there was a big boom in Barrel Furniture San Diego”

Barrel Furniture San Diego by the Hungarian WorkshopThe Hungarian Workshop is the lead supplier of Wine and Whiskey Barrel Furniture here is sunny San Diego. You might have seen a lot of there work around town at a Whole Foods Market and seven different Stone Brewing Company tasting rooms and restaurant locations. We offer a huge variety of Wine And Whiskey Barrel furniture along with some fun and creative accessories. Any of our items in our Online Store can make a wonderful gift for any Wine or Whiskey enthusiast.

Wine Barrel Furniture San Diego

We offer a huge product line of Wine barrel furniture that include Adirondack Chairs, Dining Chairs, Bar Stools and few beautiful table design that you will sure to love. Wine Barrels will have a red, burgundy or purple staining left behind from the many different exquisite and delicious wines made in California.

Whiskey Barrel Easy Chair - Barrel Furniture San DiegoWhiskey Barrel Furniture San Diego 

Our most popular line among everyone is our Whiskey Barrel products. Whether you are a lady or gentleman these pieces will sure to catch your eye and make you say out loud ” I gotta have one those!”. The Whiskey barrel furniture has proven to be favored by people who aren’t big on Whiskeys, Bourbons and Scotches simply because of the oak’s great patina and the material delightful history.

Whiskey Barrel Tea Light Holder - Hungarian Workshop Wine And Whiskey Barrel Accessories  

Are looking for some unique gift ideas or just something for your self? Then be sure to check out our Recycle Bin section of our Online Store. With all these great furnishings that we make each month we tend to pile up a large amount left over scraps. Simply throwing them away didm;t seem like a great option so when ever I am in between projects I like to play around with new ideas and see what people might enjoy the most.

Whiskey Barrel Cutting Board | Hungarian Workshop

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In appreciation for Labor Day I present all of you hardworking men and women with this COUPON CODE: laborday2014 to save you 25% OFF of anything through out our site.

Coupon must be used on this day 9/1/14 and available on only in stock items. 

 

Thank you again,

-Balazs Moldovan

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5 Things Every Whiskey Lover Should Own

“Handmade furniture and accessories for that special whiskey enthusiast.”

Whiskey Barrel Adirondack Chair | 5 Things Every Whiskey Lover Should Own 1. Whiskey Barrel Adirondack Chair – Our chairs are made from 100% up cycled whiskey barrels. All the barrel staves are curved just the right amount which provide excellent support throughout your entire body. They are lightly sanded just enough to take off any dirt and grime without removing any of the natural colors. Stainless steel clips are placed on the undersides of all major joints to ensure structural durability and strength.

Whiskey Barrel Coffee Table | 5 Things Every Whiskey Lover Should Own 2. Whiskey Barrel Coffee Table – A popular design to utilize the open space underneath the table. The top is created from the heads (lids) of barrels and shows off the charred inside which is essential for the whiskey’s great taste and color. The border edging is made from the outside part of the heads which may on occasionally reveal the distillery’s markings of dates & times when the whiskey was poured. The legs are also made from the lids which are laminated together to create a strong & sturdy base.

Whiskey Barrel Skateboards | 5 Things Every Whiskey Lover Should Own3. Whiskey Barrel Skateboard – Having some extra material left over from making our Whiskey Barrel furniture, I had a wild idea to use a few pieces to make this very fun Whiskey Barrel Skateboard. The Whiskey Barrel Staves create a unique curve from front to back and from side to side as well. Allowing you to maneuver around with easy. The board it self is very heavy duty, after all it is made from American White Oak. The material has been getting stronger and harder from it’s previous life of holding Whiskey for many many years. The top side of the board is pure black because of the charring the distilleries have to do to give the Whiskey its great taste and colors. The front end is cut to slight curve and bull nosed for a smooth finish. The back end is left as is to show of the barrel’s chime & croze to ensure easy distinction of what the board used to be.

Whiskey Barrel Coasters | 5 Things Every Whiskey Lover Should Own4. Whiskey Barrel Coasters – These coasters are made from old & used Whiskey Barrels. The outer part side will occasionally feature the distillery’s name, dates, type of whiskey or any additional markings left behind from the cooper. The inner part side is the charred black look that all Whiskey barrels have to go through before getting filled.The coasters have an exterior aluminum edging which is made from up-cycled scrap material found in metal yards.An excellent gift for any Whiskey enthusiast.

Bourbon Whiskey Barrel Pipes -  5 Things Every Whiskey Lover Should Own5. Whiskey Barrel Smoking Pipes – The Bourbon Whiskey Barrel Pipes admit rich savory flavors leaving an enjoyable and pleasant after taste. Made from genuine American Oak barrel staves and barrel tops these will be a unique gift for any whiskey and pipe smoking enthusiast.

 

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Homemade Furniture With Wine and Whiskey Barrels

“Unique and great designed homemade furniture with wine and whiskey barrel!”

Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair - Homemade Furniture With Wine and Whiskey BarrelsWine and Whiskey Barrel furniture come in many shape and form but there are several important steps a designer must take to ensure quality. Homemade Furniture With Wine and Whiskey Barrels has boomed in the last couple years. It has spiraled from hobbyists to professional furniture manufacturers. As you browse around the internet or magazines you’ll be quickly able to tell which company has passion and which are just trying to make a quick buck. A certain keen eye one must be acquired when using barrel wood because not everything slapped together will look attractive. My concept is to design each piece where people can’t tell right away what or where the reclaimed material came from.

Wine Bar Set - Homemade Furniture With Wine and Whiskey BarrelsMy favorite material is old Whiskey, Bourbon or Scotch Barrels. The beautiful patina, the aromas when you make a new cut, the sheer density of the well aged wood and the history behind it all make for a very enjoyable work experience. It has been now four years since I started the Hungarian Workshop and over two I have not worked with any other material.

Whiskey Barrel Chair - Homemade Furniture With Wine and Whiskey BarrelsLearning how to manipulate the curved wood properly takes patience and time. There is definitely quite a few trial and error stages when making something new. Frustration can also rise high when a design that looked good on paper or in your head starts taking shape and you come to realize that it’s going to work. The key is to just keep going until the project is done. Usually you will end up liking it, you just have to get a little used to it.

We have many different items to choose from in our Online Store, please feel to brows around and contact us if you have any questions. Don’t forget to sign up for our online newsletter to receive coupon codes and new product information.

 

 

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Whiskey Barrel Tables

“Plenty of Whiskey Barrel Tables options to choose from here!”

There are several Whiskey Barrel Tables options available in our ONLINE SHOP. Here I will list a couple to show you what the Hungarian Workshop has to offer. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions and or would like a custom piece to be made.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Table - Whiskey Barrel Tables by The Hungarian WorkshopOur Whiskey Barrel Bar Tables are designed with style, elegance and charm in mind. The unique hour glass shape gives this pieces a very sleek and attractive appearance that everyone will sure to admire. The Whiskey Barrel’s ring adds strength to the table’s foundation while working as a pleasant foot rest. The table top is created from used Whiskey Barrel lids that have been completely charred to give the whiskey its great smokey flavor and distinctive color. With stainless steel hardware added for maximum durability and straight, this bar tables will be enjoyed by all for many years to come.

Whiskey Barrel Coffee Table - Whiskey Barrel Tables by the Hungarian WorkshopAlthough a popular design to utilize the open space underneath the table top, I will guarantee you have not seen a table exactly like this one! Made only from hard American White Oak this Whiskey Barrel Table is great quality all the way. The table top is created from the heads (lids) of barrels and shows off the charred inside which is essential for the whiskey’s great taste and color. The border edging is made from the outside part of the heads which may on occasionally reveal the distillery’s markings of dates & times when the alcohol was poured. The table top lifts up to maximize the use of the barrel’s hallow inside. The legs are also made from the lids which are laminated together to create a strong & sturdy base.

Whiskey Barrel Round Table - Whiskey Barrel Tables by the Hungarian WorkshopWe also have some end tables and another coffee table that you might want to see in out Whiskey Barrel Furniture part of the ONLINE STORE. Please be sure to subscribe to our online newsletter to receive important new product information and coupon codes to save you big on your next purchase.

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-Balazs Moldovan

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Barrel Furniture

“Wine & Whiskey Barrel Furniture at it’s finest. Handmade with care.”

Whiskey Barrel Bar Table with Bar Stools - Barrel Furniture Here at the Hungarian Workshop we started making Barrel Furniture in the summer of 2012 here in beautiful sunny San Diego.  We have been doing business with few major companies including Whole Foods Market, Stone Brewing Co. and now we are also available for purchase from the Wine Enthusiast.

Wine Barrel Chair and Side Table - Barrel Furniture by The Hungarian WorkshopOur most popular items are our Wine & Whiskey Adirondack Chairs. We have handmade and sold over 300 of these chairs in just 2 short years. These chairs pretty much sell them self. They are ideal indoor and outdoor. Most often you will find these around fire pits, patios and lounge sections in restaurants.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair - Barrel Furniture by the Hungarian WorkshopThe second best sellers are the bar sets. Bar Tables, Bar Stool (FIRST PHOTO) and Bar Chairs. These are a huge success with at home and local bars. The wine version of the bar table has been favored by owners of wine cellars and vineyards. Pretty much any area where you can hosts guests and need a place to sit and set your drinks. If you are ever planning on ordering any Barrel Furniture don’t forget about our home decor as well. We sell coasters, platters, cutting boards and bottle openers.  Almost all smaller items are set up in quantity set deals in case you need large amounts. All items available in the Recycling Bin section of our Online Shop.

Whiskey Barrel Furniture 

  • Made from American White Oak
  • Has the inside charred (which gives whiskey it’s great flavor and color)
  • Outside of the barrel has a green, brown and black patinas
  • Original markings from different distilleries

Wine Barrel Furniture

  • Made from French, Hungarian and American White Oak
  • Has inside stained to various colors of reds, burgundy and purple from the wine
  • Outside of barrel is usually a clean golden brown
  • Original markings and serial numbers from vineyards and cooperage

Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair - Barrel Furniture By The Hungarian Workshop

 

If you have any additional question about Wine and Whiskey Barrel Furniture please contact us and we’ll gladly help. in the meantime don’t forget to sign up for our online newsletter where we feature new products and coupon codes for big discounts.

-Balazs Moldovan

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Whiskey Barrel Skateboards

” The Whiskey Barrel Skateboards are a huge hit all over the world!”

Whiskey Barrel SkateboardsThats right, all over the world. This product has been one of my most popular sellers. It is doing great here in sunny Southern California and all the way in Europe. People just can’t seem to get enough of it, and I can see why. Whiskey Barrel Skateboards can be a unique home decor that sure to be an excellent conversation piece. Or, cool fun way to cruise around town.

Whiskey Barrel SkateboardsTHE STORY

The Whiskey Barrel Skateboards started when a buddy of mine gave me a set of trucks and wheels from his old longboard. I always thought coasting around our beach town would be fun on a skateboard but since I wasn’t any good I didn’t want to spend all sorts of money on whole get up. That’s when I figured; I’m a woodworker, I have a set of trucks and wheels, maybe I should just make my own deck. I looked by the scrap bin at the shop but there wasn’t much in there, except a few of my own Whiskey Barrel staves. Boom! ” That’s it, I am making it out of this stuff.” Whiskey Barrels are made from one inch thick American White Oak and after all the curves in them just seemed ideal. With a few prototypes the Whiskey Barrel Skateboards were in production with in a few weeks. Hell, my first order was for 2 to Germany! That was in last June and we are knocking them out ever since.

Whiskey Barrel SkateboardsWhen it comes to making these Whiskey Barrel Skateboards there are a few very important guidelines to follow to ensure the highest quality in structural durability and board performance. I am going to keep those a secrete for now but I’ll let you in on them later so can make your own super fun Whiskey Barrel Skateboards.

So if you are ready click the link above or here and purchase your own today. And here is a coupon code for you just for reading my blog.      whiskeyskateboard/bgm22 -this will give you 30%OFF from your own Whiskey Barrel Skateboards!

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-Balazs Moldovan

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Whiskey Barrel Bench

“The new Whiskey Barrel Bench is here, be one of the first ones to own one!”

Whiskey Barrel Bench by the Hungarian WorkshopWell, this project was long over due. I have been asked by more down enough customers to make a Whiskey Barrel Bench. With all the work we been busy with it was a bit hard to find time for some product research and development. But soon as I got a great helping hand the new ideas starting emerging from the idea book. That is why I highly recommend signing up for our monthly newsletter. I have a dozens  of new plans just waiting to land on the work table.

Whiskey Barrel Bench by The Hungarian WorkshopThis Whiskey Barrel Bench is designed to be in a way… simple. I didn’t want this piece to look too “busy” with excessive braces and brackets. In reality you’d be surprised how often the phrase “Less Is More” comes into play when building new pieces. However there was still lots to consider when it came to structurally durability in mind. (As always there was a few prototypes that found new home in my living room, ha.) Finding the correct way to position the supports took a “minute” but I knew I was on the right track when I literately only had one screw in each base and already there was no movement or wiggle.

Whiskey Barrel Bench by The Hungarian WorkshopOnce I got all the stainless steel hardware in place this Whiskey Barrel Bench was ready! A great feel of victory always over comes me when a new finished products comes out perfect. This Whiskey Barrel Bench is perfect for any porch or patio and can be a wonderful addition to any bedroom when placed at the foot of the bed.  It’s also available in Wine Barrel version as well.

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-Baazs Moldovan

 

 

 

 

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Whiskey Barrel Furniture Ideas

“One of Southern California’s best barrel furniture manufacturer and designer,the Hungarian Workshop has plenty of whiskey barrel furniture ideas to show you.”

Whiskey Barrel Furniture in San DiegoLet me guess, you just got your hands on a premium whiskey barrel  and now your are thinking about making something out of it. Excellent! The art of up cycling should be embraced by others. It’s is perfect way of doing something positive for the environment and an easy way to obtain a great hobby. Whether you are a beginner or an expert woodworker, using reclaimed material will arise new challenges.

In this blog I will show you a few of my whiskey barrel furniture ideas which you can use as a start in your own project’s plan. I won’t cover all designs but I encourage you too check out my site anyway and share it with anyone who enjoys Wine & Whiskey Barrel creations.

The Adirondack Chair

This is by far the most common project because we are all familiar with the style. This chair requires to use 90% of a full barrel and has minimal amount precision cuts. This an ideal plan for you if you have made an Adirondack chair before and I guarantee you won’t have any troubles.

Whiskey Barrel Coffee Table

Whiskey Barrel Table IdeasNow I am sure you have seen this concept as well. By cutting the barrel in half you create a perfect storage space which most homes could always use a little more of. There are very simple ways to make this design but I highly recommend using as much barrel wood as you can. Occasionally you will see craftsman mixing other type of wood with barrel and I feel that kind of takes away from the art. However when it comes to making a table top I do myself ideally use well seasoned white oak. It’s the same type of wood as the barrel and I won’t have to worry about seems opening up from undried material.

Cutting Boards and Platters

Whiskey Barrel Platter If you work with barrels regularly, you will most likely have some extra lids and staves left over. Small projects can be very fun especially when you can make something within a shorter period of time. You never want to lose interest in what you are working on so small items can be a good way to open up new doors to creativity.

Rule Of Thumb

CHAIR: When you are making a chairs it isn’t structurally sound unless you can lean back on its hind legs and rock back and forth.  It’s the best way to test for high quality since someone will always do it.

TABLE: Use the best quality seasoned wood for the table top. Any tight joints and flat surface will want to move around and a project can be a bust within a few month. Same goes for cutting boards, be sure to dry out the barrel wood fully before glueing anything up.

Well I hope this little blog got your brain filling up with a few of your own ideas. Always remember to be safe, wear eye protection and have fun.

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-Balazs Moldovan