Barrell Bourbon has earned a reputation for excelling in one key area: blending whiskeys from various locations and ages to create a spirit that is greater than the sum of its parts. This process of blending is truly an art form, requiring a keen understanding of flavors and nuances to craft a harmonious final product.

Found North Batch 11 is a masterclass in bold and complex Canadian whisky, composed of six corn components and two ryes, including a new wood cask of Peregrine First Flight, which continues the brand’s tradition of crafting high-quality, thoughtfully blended expressions.

For years, Barrell Craft Spirits has built its reputation on blending — sourcing and marrying whiskeys from across states, ages, and mashbills to create something greater than the sum of its parts. But with the new Cask Finish Series, they’re taking that expertise into a different arena: secondary maturation.

Batch 01 of Rare Character’s Limited Release Series (2025) isn’t just rare in name. It’s the kind of bottle that makes you stop mid-shelf-scroll and wonder: Is this all flash? Or is there real fire behind the label? Spoiler: there’s fire—and enough finesse to keep it interesting.