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TeachMeFinance.com historic definition... Barrel -- The standard or commercial barrel of pork is reckoned at 200 pounds. It contains 190 pounds of fresh or green meat and the addition of brine increases the weight to 220 or 225 pounds. A barrel of flour contains 196 pounds; salt, 280 pounds; resin, 280 pounds; cured fish, 200 pounds. The number of gallons in a barrel of molasses, syrup, oil, turpentine, vinegar, wine, liquor or other liquid varies from 40 to 50. About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2007 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.