A stave-built keg of pale, malty ale brewed for keeping. The cooper’s work is sound and tarred within to prevent leakage, while the vessel itself rests on an iron-banded frame. A publican or innkeeper keeps several on hand, tapped in turn to supply steady customers; a military company might purchase one for a fortnight’s provisioning.
Ale, Keg
Tarred stave-built keg; pale malty ale for tavern supply, military provisioning.