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Nashville Barrel Co  ·  Est. 2018

OUR
STORY
STARTS
HERE.

Mike Hinds & James Davenport
2018

THREE GUYS.
ONE OBSESSION.
NO PLAN TO STOP.

In 2018, we were three friends who could see where the market was headed — not enough bourbon supply, impossible allocations, and the cult barrels we loved becoming impossible to find. One of our favorite pastimes had always been traveling the country picking single barrels together. That tradition was vanishing fast.

So we decided to do it our way. We invested in our own ability to select single barrels — bought our first batch in 2018, quite honestly just to keep the tradition alive with our friends.

"Little did we know what would happen next."

The word got out — fast. People started talking about our barrels. It got so popular that friends began asking if they could pick one of our barrels themselves. In February 2020, we released our first single barrel rye. Social media made sure the rest was history.

Groups from all over the country started calling. By March 2021, we had to open our own distillery just to house it all. And we're so glad we did — because now we get to share even more whiskey with enthusiasts and friends like you.

When you're in Nashville — come on by. Have a dram, a bottle, or a barrel. Find out why people have been talking about us.

The Whiskey

GREAT WHISKEY
STARTS WITH
GREAT BARRELS.

Nashville Barrel Company was built on a simple idea: great whiskey starts with great barrels. Founded in the heart of Music City, we began not as a traditional distillery, but as a single barrel house rooted in the careful evaluation of aged American whiskey.

From the beginning, our focus has been on sourcing exceptional barrels from respected distilleries across the United States and bottling only those that meet our uncompromising standards. What started as a passion for selecting premium single barrels quickly grew into a nationally recognized brand known for bold, high-proof, unfiltered rye and bourbon — and unforgettable custom barrel experiences.

"Thoughtful curation can be as influential as distillation itself."

The Philosophy

This early focus on single barrels shaped our broader philosophy. Rather than emphasizing scale or production volume, we prioritized understanding the influence on flavor of mash bill, warehouse conditions, and barrel placement. Years of selecting and bottling individual casks provided a deep familiarity with how whiskey matures — knowledge that now informs both blending and finishing decisions.

The Process

As Nashville Barrel Company has grown, we've expanded into thoughtfully crafted small-batch releases designed to achieve specific flavor profiles while maintaining the integrity of each barrel. Every blend is built with the same barrel-first mindset, carefully balancing intensity with drinkability. Transparency and consistency remain at the core of our process — from proof selection to filtration decisions.

In the Bottle

Our whiskies are typically bottled at higher proof and without chill filtration to preserve texture, depth, and character. While boldness is often part of the profile, it is always supported by structure and balance — ensuring each pour delivers both power and refinement.

MEET THE
TEAM

Stella
Stella
The Boss

She runs a tight ship, keeps endorphins high, and will personally send you to the doghouse if you step out of line. 4-year-old miniature Goldendoodle. Loves people. Non-negotiable.

Mike Hinds
Mike Hinds
Co-Founder & Chief Logistics

20 years in logistics. Raised over $3M for cancer research. Has picked more cult single barrels than anyone can count. The visionary who makes sure the whiskey actually gets to you.

James Davenport
James Davenport
Co-Founder & Chief Blender

5 years on a Navy submarine. 10 years in whiskey retail, running one of Nashville's most followed stores. The Single-Barrel Samurai. When you come pick a barrel, James is your guide — and we wouldn't have it any other way.

Kelly O'Shea
Kelly O'Shea
VP of Brands

Traded software and engineering for spirits — and never looked back. Unconventional marketing that took NBC from 4 states to 17. Mike's right hand and the executor who turns visions into a national powerhouse brand.

THE NBC
PRINCIPLES

01
Quality Over Quantity

We never chase volume. Every barrel we select and every spirit we bottle is chosen because it's genuinely exceptional — not because it fills a quota.

02
Share the Experience

We started NBC so friends could pick barrels together. That spirit lives in every tour, tasting, and experience we offer. Come in. Geek out. Take something home.

03
Earned, Not Purchased

Our awards — Double Gold, Platinum, Best in Class, Tennessee Blender of the Year — weren't bought. They came from blind competitions where the whiskey speaks for itself.