Brims and Barrels

Hall of Fame Drummer. Hall of Fame Dad.

This Father’s Day weekend, we sit down with a true legend. Ray Sr. has worn many brims throughout his life—Hall of Fame drummer, business owner, coach, league president, husband, father, grandfather, and mentor. From playing professional drums at just nine years old to being inducted into the Tejano Roots Hall of Fame and the Tejano Music Library of Congress, his musical legacy speaks for itself. But beyond the stage lights and accolades is a story about family, sacrifice, passion, and purpose. In this special Brims & Barrels episode, we dive into: 🥁 His journey as a child prodigy drummer 🏆 Hall of Fame honors and unforgettable performances 👨‍👦 The lessons learned from fatherhood and family 🎵 Stories from decades in the Tejano music scene 🥃 A Father's Day toast with Crown Royal 🧢 The many "brims" he's worn throughout his life At Brims & Barrels, we believe the best stories are shared over a pour, and this one is about legacy. To us, Ray Sr. isn't just a Hall of Fame drummer. He's a Hall of Fame Dad. 🥃 Two Fits. One Pour. #BrimsAndBarrels #FathersDay #HallOfFame #TejanoMusic #DrummerLife #FamilyLegacy #Fatherhood #CrownRoyal #Podcast #Houston #MusicHistory #GrandfatherGoals #Brotherhood #Legacy #HallOfFameDad #TwoFitsOnePour #RaySr #TejanoRootsHallOfFame #WhiskeyAndWisdom #RealConversations

Our First Tequila Game Ready! | Tequila Ocho x Old Fitzgerald

For the first time ever on Game Ready, we're stepping into the tequila world. Joining us is a special guest—Ray Sr.—to help us see if this unique pour can win over both tequila and bourbon drinkers alike. On the table is the limited-edition Tequila Ocho Añejo finished for 12 months in Old Fitzgerald wheated bourbon barrels, bringing together two worlds we love: tequila and barrel-aged flavor. We break down the nose, palate, and finish while debating whether this pour is a Starter or Bench. Along the way, the conversation drifts into music, family cookouts, favorite bands, comfortable sneakers, and the memories that great pours create. At Brims & Barrels, it's never just about what's in the glass—it's about the stories, perspectives, and good company that come with it. 🥃 Pour: Tequila Ocho Añejo Old Fitzgerald Barrel Finish 🥃 Proof: 96 🥃 100% Blue Weber Agave 🥃 Single Estate Release 🥃 Limited Edition Collaboration Who wins this Game Ready? Watch and find out. #BrimsAndBarrels #TequilaOcho #OldFitzgerald #GameReady #TequilaReview #BourbonCommunity #BourbonAndTequila #WhiskeyTube #AgaveSpirits #StarterOrBench

Behind the Barrel Pick

What does a barrel pick actually look like behind the scenes? Join Brims & Barrels and Laz from ThatSubourbonGuy as we head to Still Austin for an exclusive single barrel selection on behalf of Katy Liquor. From touring the distillery and learning about the blending process to tasting multiple barrel samples side-by-side, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the decisions that happen before a bottle ever reaches the shelf. Along the way, we dive into flavor profiles, debate our favorites, compare notes, and ultimately narrow down the field to the barrel that will represent Katy Liquor. It's not just about picking a great whiskey it's about finding a barrel with a story worth sharing. A huge thank you to Oscar, owner of Katy Liquor, for trusting us to be part of this experience, and to the incredible team at Still Austin Whiskey Co. for the hospitality and transparency throughout the process. Special thanks to: 🥃 Oscar & the team at Katy Liquor 🥃 Laz from @ThatSubourbonGuy 🥃 Still Austin Distillery Team If you've ever wondered how single barrels are selected, this is the episode for you. 👇 Let us know in the comments: Have you ever purchased a store pick? What makes a great barrel pick in your opinion? #BrimsAndBarrels #StillAustin #BarrelPick #SingleBarrel #TexasWhiskey #KatyLiquor #BourbonCommunity #ThatSubourbonGuy #StorePick #WhiskeyTube #BourbonLife Two Fits. One Pour. 🥃

We Didn’t Expect This from Booker’s

While we're in the middle of a move, we're revisiting some of our favorite conversations from the Brims & Barrels vault. This episode features one of the most talked-about Booker's releases we've ever poured—a Booker's Reserve finished in El Tesoro tequila barrels. Before we even opened the bottle, opinions were flying. Some bourbon fans loved the idea. Others thought Booker's had gone too far. So we did what we always do: poured it, talked about it, and let the glass decide. From rich caramel and toasted oak to agave sweetness and citrus notes, this pour challenged our expectations in the best way possible. Sometimes the bottles you hesitate on become the ones you remember most. Have you tried this Booker's Reserve? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. 🥃 Pour Featured:• Booker's Reserve 2025• El Tesoro Tequila Barrel Finish• 123.3 Proof• Aged 8 Years, 10 Months, 11 Days Two Fits. One Pour. Follow Brims & Barrels: Instagram: @brimsandbarrels Instagram: @mrbrownpour Instagram: @fitted_bourbon #Bookers #BookersReserve #BourbonReview #BrimsAndBarrels #WhiskeyTube #BourbonCommunity #ElTesoro #BarrelProofBourbon #OnePourTwoOptions #WhiskeyReview #BourbonLife #KentuckyBourbon #TequilaFinish #BeamSuntory

Bottle Justification: A Bourbon Lover’s Confession

Bottle Justification: A Bourbon Lover’s Confession Every bourbon enthusiast has been there. Standing in a store. Looking at a bottle you've been chasing. Trying to convince yourself why spending a little more makes perfect sense. In this episode of Brims & Barrels, we're getting honest about the bottles that made us reach deep into our wallets, the conversations we had with ourselves before buying them, and whether those purchases were actually worth it. From George T. Stagg to Stagg Jr., rare pours, museum prices, bundle deals, and the bottles we still regret buying, this conversation dives into the real psychology behind bourbon collecting. But as the discussion unfolds, we discover something bigger than the bottle itself. The best pours aren't always about the whiskey. They're about the friendships built, the stories shared, the memories created, and the community that turns a simple bottle into something much more meaningful. 🥃 Have you ever paid secondary for a bottle? 🥃 What's the most you've ever spent on a bourbon? 🥃 Was it worth it—or do you regret it? Drop your answer in the comments. Two Fits. One Pour. #BrimsAndBarrels #Bourbon #WhiskeyTube #GeorgeTStagg #StaggJr #BourbonCommunity #BuffaloTrace #WhiskeyCollector #BourbonHunting #BourbonLife #WhiskeyReview #BottleJustification #BourbonBrothers #WhiskeyTalk #BourbonPodcast Please drink responsibly. This content is intended for audiences of legal drinking age.