Everybody loves what's in the glass… but do we really know who's behind it?

This week on Brims & Barrels, Xavier and Ray go blind with four standout NDP single barrels Short Barrel, Reveries, Rare Character, and Pursuit United to see which one truly delivers.

We break down:

• The rise of non-distilling producers

• Why blending is becoming respected craftsmanship

• How trust, transparency, and reputation shape what we drink

• And whether flavor matters more than the name on the label

With notes ranging from pecan pie sweetness to green apple punch, each pour tells a different story, and the rankings might surprise you.

At the end of the day, it's simple:

We don’t drink the bottle… we drink what’s inside it.

🥃 Two fits. One pour.