Bourbon Pursuit

Whiskey Quickie: Yellowstone Select Bourbon Review

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Yellowstone Select. This non-age stated bourbon is 93 proof and $40 MSRP. Let us know what you t...

241 - Celebrities in Bourbon and the Current State of the Secondary on Bourbon Community Roundtable #41

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we touch on three topics. First, we look at how bourbon producers can reach new consumers. Then we take on the new celebrity craze. O...

Whiskey Quickie: Baker's 7 Year Review

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Baker's 7 Year. This 7 year old bourbon is 107 proof and $70 MSRP. Let us know what you think. C...

240 - Toasting, Charring, and Selling Oak with Paul McLaughlin of Kelvin Cooperage

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, on the podcast we talk with Paul McLaughlin. He might not be known to you yet, or his cooperage, but the story he shares and how they hone thei...

239 - Large Scale Contract Distilling with Steve Nally and John Hargrove of Bardstown Bourbon Company

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we talk to one of the biggest up and coming distilleries in Bardstown...and that's the Bardstown Bourbon Company. We covered the business side ...

Whiskey Quickie: Kentucky Owl Batch 9 Review

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Kentucky Owl Batch 9. This non-age stated bourbon is 127.6 proof and $300 MSRP. Let us know what...

238 - The Story of LeNell's and Red Hook Rye

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Red Hook Rye... that bottling might be what made LeNell a household name among bourbon unicorn chasers, but LeNell has a story to tell when it comes t...

Whiskey Quickie: Knob Creek Quarter Oak Review

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Knob Creek Quarter Oak. This non-age stated bourbon is 100 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us know what ...

237 - Oversaturated Sourced Bourbon and Private Barrels on Bourbon Community Roundtable #40

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s Bourbon Community Roundtable touches on lots of good hot topics. We look at MGP's stock as it continues it's downward trend with our tho...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond Fall 2019 Review

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Fitzgerald Fall 2019. This 15 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $150 MSRP. Let us know what ...

236 - How the Distribution Game is Played with Mike Bridges

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the topic everyone loves to hear about, but hardly anyone is willing to talk about. And that’s the inside secrets of distribution. Distributo...

Whiskey Quickie: Weller Full Proof Review

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Weller Full Proof. This non-age stated bourbon is 114 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us know what you t...

235 - Bourbon Chemistry with Dr. Tom Collins

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to geek out? Like super bourbon geek out? Dr. Tom Collins has dedicated part of his career to the details of different spirits and wine....

Whiskey Quickie: Larceny Barrel Proof A120 Review

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Larceny Barrel Proof A120. This non-age stated bourbon is 123.2 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us know ...

234 - Scotch Pursuit with Dr. Rachel Barrie

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

New for 2020, it’s Scotch Pursuit! Ok, not really. But what better way to start the new year by trying something new and having Dr. Rachel Barrie, t...

Whiskey Quickie: Bardstown Bourbon Company Fusion Series #1 Review

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bardstown Bourbon Company Fusion Series #1. This non-age stated bourbon is 98.9 proof and $59.99...

233 - 2019 Review of Bourbons and 2020 Predictions

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Bourbon Pursuit team takes a minute to look back on some of our favorite podcasts we recorded this year. We also look at all the bourbons that wer...

Whiskey Quickie: 1792 Aged Twelve Years Review

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review 1792 Aged Twelve Years. This 12 year old bourbon is 96.6 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us know what yo...

232 - A Better Drinking Culture with Brown-Forman and the KDA

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Brown-Forman and the Kentucky Distillers' Association are two organizations focused on growing bourbon both domestically and internationally. Taylor A...

Whiskey Quickie: Angel's Envy 2019 Cask Strength Review

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Angel's Envy 2019 Cask Strength. This non-age stated bourbon is 122.4 proof and $200 MSRP. Let u...

231 - Continuing 84 Years of Tradition at Heaven Hill with Conor O'Driscoll

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Conor O'Driscoll is beginning to make a name for himself. After spending part of his career at Brown Forman and Angel's Envy, he was recruited to fulf...

Whiskey Quickie: Widow Jane The Vaults Review

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Widow Jane The Vaults. This 14 year old bourbon is 99 proof and $150 MSRP. Let us know what you ...

230 - The /r/bourbon Community of Reddit with T8ke

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The online community is one of the biggest forces behind bourbon growth. This is where people go to learn more, ask questions, make connections, and f...

Whiskey Quickie: E.H. Taylor Amaranth Grain of the Gods Review

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review E.H. Taylor Amaranth Grain of the Gods. This non-age stated bourbon is 100 proof and $70 MSRP. L...

229 - Instagram Likes, Pappy vs The Secondary, and Thanksgiving on Bourbon Community Roundtable #39

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is the final roundtable for 2019 as we head into the new year. And this one packs a few punches. First, we dive into Instagram news where the num...

Whiskey Quickie: Chattanooga Whiskey Cask 111 Review

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Chattanooga Whiskey Cask 111. This non-age stated bourbon is 111 proof and $45 MSRP. Let us know...

228 - Penny & Sparrow & Bourbon

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Penny & Sparrow is a folk music duo from Austin, TX. On their tour through Louisville, Andy Baxter and Kyle Jahnke, the talented guys behind the band,...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky Review

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky. This non-age stated bourbon is 93 proof and $55 MSRP. Let us...

227 - Catching up with the Johns of Smooth Ambler

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

John Little and John Foster of Smooth Ambler are good friends of the show. We’ve had them on before and they’ve been doing a lot of stuff recently...

Whiskey Quickie: Blanton's Straight from the Barrel Bourbon Review

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Blanton's Straight from the Barrel Bourbon. It's non-age stated, barrel strength, and import onl...

226 - EXCLUSIVE: Confessions of a Bourbon Counterfeiter

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this Bourbon Pursuit exclusive, listen to a story from an admitted bourbon counterfeiter. This episode dives into the motives, operation, and recou...

Whiskey Quickie: Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye Cask Proof Review

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye Cask Proof. This non-age stated cask strength rye whiskey comes fr...

225 - Talk Turkey, Rye Entrants, Bourbon Values, and AirBNB on Bourbon Community Roundtable #38

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Bourbon Community Roundtable is back with talk about Turkey, Rare Breed Rye and more rye whiskey coming to market. We then look at the landscape a...

Whiskey Quickie: Four Roses Small Batch Select Review

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Four Roses Small Batch Select. This 6-7 year old bourbon comes in at 104 proof and a $55 MSRP. L...

224 - 2019 Bottled-in-Bond Showdown

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bottled-in-Bond. It’s one of the revolutionary moments of American history, but has also become near and dear to many bourbon drinkers with good rea...

Whiskey Quickie: Heaven Hill Bottled-In-Bond Review

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven Hill Bottled-In-Bond. This 7 year old bourbon comes in at 100 proof and a $40 MSRP. Let u...

223 - From Liquor Store to Distillery with Ken Lewis of New Riff

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

New Riff is a name that has become synonymous with bourbon lovers. You may have recalled our conversation with Jay Erisman, Vice President, back on E...

Whiskey Quickie: Charbay R5 Lot No. 5 Review

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Charbay R5 Lot No. 5. This hop flavored whiskey comes in at 99 proof and a $60 MSRP. Let us know...

222 - Do Bourbon Brands Care About Their Customers?

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re a bourbon die hard, you’ve probably asked yourself this question, “Do bourbon brands care about me?”. You know what I’m talking ab...

Whiskey Quickie: Smooth Ambler Old Scout Bourbon Review

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Smooth Ambler Old Scout Bourbon. This 5 year old bourbon comes in at 99 proof and a $45 MSRP. Le...

221 - Blending, Finishing, and Sourcing with Joe Beatrice and Tripp Stimson of Barrell Bourbon

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today is all about Barrell Bourbon. We had Joe and Tripp back on Episode 164, but it’s time we get an update on what’s happening with this team. W...

Whiskey Quickie: 2019 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Review

01 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this special edition of Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection in five 60 second reviews. The collectio...

220 - The Van Winkle Family and Bourbon Community Roundtable #37

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a twofer. You get the Van Winkle Family and the Bourbon Community Roundtable all in one which took place at Bourbon & Beyond 2019. Jul...

Whiskey Quickie: Bardstown Bourbon Company Phifer Pavitt Reserve Review

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bardstown Bourbon Company Phifer Pavitt Reserve. This 9 year old bourbon comes in at 107 proof a...

219 - Limited Edition Bourbon vs Single Barrel Picks with Mikey Conrad

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hunting for rare bourbon is hard these days so many people have gravitated to single barrel selections as a way to combat it in the hopes of getting a...

Whiskey Quickie: Fern Creek Rare Bourbon Review

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Fern Creek Bourbon 2019 Exceptional & Rare. This bourbon is non-age stated, 87.5 proof, and $180...

218 - The Contract Bourbon Business with David Mandell, Co-Founder of Bardstown Bourbon Company

12 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Some people thought it was crazy to build a business doing 100% contract distilling. David Mandell, Former President and CEO of Bardstown Bourbon Comp...

Whiskey Quickie: Four Roses 2019 Limited Edition Small Batch Review

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Four Roses 2019 Limited Edition Small Batch. This bourbon comes in at 112.6 proof and $140 MSRP....

217 - Pernod Acquires Jefferson’s, Festivals, the Artificial Tongue, and EU Tariffs on Bourbon Community Roundtable #36

05 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Bourbon Heritage Month where it’s full of awesome festivals like Bourbon and Beyond. We dive into the show talking about Pernod's intent ...

Whiskey Quickie: Kentucky Owl Confiscated Review

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Kentucky Owl Confiscated. This non-age stated bourbon comes in at 96.4 proof and $130 MSRP. Let ...

216 - The Man Behind Peerless with Corky Taylor

29 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a new chapter in the history books for Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company. A thriving distillery that had been lost during prohibition is ...

Whiskey Quickie: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B519 Review

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B519. This 12 year old bourbon comes from Heaven Hill, is 122.2 proof ...

215 - Cocktails for the Right Occasion with Molly Wellmann and Bill Whitlow

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Gold Rush, Seelbach, Pink Lady. These are all names we associate with standard cocktail menus. Today, we invite Molly Wellma...

Whiskey Quickie: Jeptha Creed Straight 4-Grain Bourbon

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Jeptha Creed Straight 4-Grain Bourbon. This 2 year old bourbon is made with Bloody Butcher Corn,...

214 - Jack & Jim: What's the Difference?

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you get master distillers from two largest rivaling brands together? Actually, some pretty good jokes. Fred Noe, Master Distiller at...

Whiskey Quickie: Parker's Heritage Collection 13th Edition Heavy Char Rye Whiskey

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review the 13th edition of the Parker's Heritage Collection. This 8 year old heavy char rye whiskey com...

213 - Secondary Fallout, MGP Stock Drop, and Brand Perception on Bourbon Community Roundtable #35

08 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a dawn of a new day. The secondary market is scrambling to find a new home and we look at the impact this has on bourbon growth. MGP stock pric...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon Review

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Forester 2019 Birthday Bourbon. This 11 year old bourbon is 105 proof and priced at $99.99 M...

212 - The Largest Bourbon Secondary Market with Owen Powell

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Last week, CNN reported that Facebook and Instagram are shutting down all peer to peer sales of alcohol. This wasn’t a joke. In the span of 72 hours...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Spring 2019 Review

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Fitz Bottled-in-Bond Spring 2019 release. This 13 year old bourbon is 100 proof and priced a...

211 - The Woodford Masters, with Chris Morris and Elizabeth McCall

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Morris and Elizabeth McCall are no strangers to the show so we're excited to have them back on again. This time, we explore the controversial to...

Whiskey Quickie: King of Kentucky Bourbon 2019 Review

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Brown-Forman's King of Kentucky 2019 release. This 15 year old single barrel bourbon is availabl...

210 - Oversaturated Private Barrel Selections with Michael Gallier

18 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about private barrel selections being the new unicorns on this show all the time. But it begs the question, are we seeing so many private pick...

Whiskey Quickie: Peerless Rye 3 Year Review

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Peerless Distilling Company's 3 Year Old Rye Whiskey. This single barrel rye whiskey came from ...

209 - Warehouse Fires and Heaven Hill’s Bottled in Bond Relaunch on Bourbon Community Roundtable #34

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A warehouse disaster is a large concern for the bourbon industry, but some people in the community make jokes and laugh at the situation. Should this ...

208 - Top Chef of Bourbon with Chef Newman Miller

04 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a fan of good bourbon, then you're likely a fan of good food too. Today's guest is the intersection of those two, combining a culinary backg...

207 - A Rare Breed, Jimmy Russell of Wild Turkey

27 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest needs no introduction. He is one the most iconic living figures in bourbon today. He’s been on episodes 77, 105, and 175. He’s eve...

206 - What Impact Will Marijuana Have on the Bourbon Industry? With David Ozgo, Chief Economist at Distilled Spirits Council, and Clay Busch, Vice President of Heavy Grass

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You can't discount the impact marijuana is currently having on states that have legalized recreational use. There's now more research and funding look...

205 - Facebook Rule Changes and What’s Next with Marianne Eaves on Bourbon Community Roundtable #33

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A jam packed episode. The first half is focused on the the largest Facebook group known for buying, selling, and trading bourbon and it’s encounter ...

204 - Fostering Diversity and Building Experiences with Peggy Noe Stevens, Master Taster and Experiential Expert

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Peggy Noe Stevens is an encyclopedia of great information about many bourbon brands. You may not know it, but she's one of the biggest influencers beh...

203 - Weather and Whiskey with Jim Cantore of The Weather Channel

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This guest gets more TV face time than The Bachelorette. He has built up a big fan base among weather geeks and now Jim Cantore of The Weather Channel...

202 - What if there was a Legal Secondary Market? with Nate Shue

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What if there was a legalized secondary market? Some may argue there is with new vintage laws being introduced around the country, but then there is t...

201 - Old Forester's State of the Union with Campbell Brown, President of Old Forester

16 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Campbell Brown, President and Managing Director of Old Forester is back on the show. If you've been a long time listener, you may have remembered him ...

200 - Juleps, MGP Chasers, and High Dollar NAS on Bourbon Community Roundtable #32

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are Mint Juleps the problem child of bourbon cocktails? We examine the Mint Julep and it’s impact on history and give our novice commentary on horse...

199 - The Future Faces of Wild Turkey with Bruce Russell and JoAnn Street

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Russell and JoAnn Street both know their Wild Turkey distillation and family history like the back of their hand. Both have been brand ambassado...

198 - The Stave is the Rave with Peggy Noe Stevens

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We all know wood influences bourbon, but to what degree? This episode explores both natural and human impact to understand the chemical breakdown of w...

197 - Bourbon Society Showdown

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How should a successful bourbon club function? Are there annual dues that go towards hosted events or is it completely unstructured where all business...

196 - Kickstarter, Flavor Packets, and Retail Single Barrels on Bourbon Community Roundtable #31

11 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The roundtable is back at it again, but this time we are joined by David Jennings of RareBird101 and Wade Woodard of tater-talk to discuss some topics...

195 - Theirs vs Ours, Comparing Private Barrel Selections Against Standard Offerings with Chris Zaborowski at the Kentucky Bourbon Affair

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Zaborowski put Westport Whiskey & Wine on the map with their very large tasting bar and plenty of private picks. This session was recorded at th...

194 - Going Down the Rabbit Hole with Kaveh Zamanian, Founder of Rabbit Hole Distillery

28 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a new bourbon brand is tough, especially when you are in the backyard of the biggest dogs in the industry. However, Kaveh Zamanian saw a hole...

193 - Distilling Whiskey with Hops, Marko Karakasevic of Charbay

21 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Charbay is changing things up. To be a Master Distiller in the Karakasevic family, you must meet or exceed your predecessors ability. Marko decided to...

192 - Moonshiners, Jim Beam Legent, and Weller Full Proof on Bourbon Community Roundtable #30

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The roundtable welcomes Jackie James, of @JackieJames on IG and Creator of HerWhiskey.com, as a panelist this week. We talk with Tim Jones about his n...

191 - Blending Your Way to a Brand with Trey and Chet Zoeller of Jefferson's Bourbon

07 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Trey Zoeller makes his return and we are also joined by his father, Chet Zoeller. We go back in time, before Jefferson's Bourbon was established, to s...

190 - The Store Pick King with Jamie Farris of Lincoln Road

28 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie Farris might be known as The Store Pick King. Lincoln Road out of Hattiesburg, MS is a hidden gem for those in the know. Depending on the day, J...

189 - Turkey Tell All with Master Distiller Eddie Russell of Wild Turkey

21 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Eddie Russell from Wild Turkey needs no introduction. He’s one of the most honest Master Distillers in the industry and tells it like it is. This ep...

188 - Supreme Court Fueling the Bourbon Boom on Bourbon Community Roundtable #29

14 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Will the U.S Supreme Court completely change alcohol sales across the country? The case of The Ketchum Family and Total Wine vs the State of Tennessee...

187 - Whiskey Smackdown with WWE Superstar Aiden English

07 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Rehwoldt, or better known as WWE Superstar Aiden English, is finding a passion in bourbon with WrestlingWithWhiskey Instagram and YouTube series....

186 - Michter's Masters with Pam Heilmann and Andrea Wilson

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We have both Masters from Michter's today. Andrea Wilson was a guest back on Episode 47, and she makes her return with a new role as Master of Matura...

185 - Famous Staves with Brad Boswell, CEO of Independent Stave Company

24 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Bourbon Pursuit exclusive! Brad Boswell, CEO and 4th Generation Cooper at Independent Stave Company, rarely does any media coverage so we are ecstat...

184 - Fake Pappy, Fraud Sommeliers, and Bunker Clutter on Bourbon Community Roundtable #28

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There's yet another FAKE PAPPY ALERT! Yes, it's true and it's not going to be the last time either. Fakers are getting better and we talk about the mo...

183 - Big Money and Bourbon with Chuck Morton, Bourbon Venture Capitalist

10 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Morton is a Bourbon Venture Capitalist with the Bourbon Bank Fund backed by Venture First. This episode compliments barrel sourcing from episod...

182 - Exposing the Secrets of Bourbon Sourcing with Jeff Hopmayer, of Brindiamo Group

03 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An insider exclusive where you get to see what happens behind the scenes of the bourbon business. Bourbon sourcing isn't a new concept but it's a hid...

181 - Brand Management and Market Data with Larry Kass of Heaven Hill

27 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Larry Kass has done it all at Heaven Hill. Public relations, brand management, legal, and even more behind the scenes rolls over his 20 year career. ...

180 - 2018 Whiskey of the Year and 2019 Predictions on Bourbon Community Roundtable #27

20 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's one of our favorite episodes of the year. The Roundtable takes a look back at Bourbon in 2018 and our picks for Whiskey of the Year. We then kick...

179 - Bears, Blackhawks, Cubs, Sox, and Bourbon with ESPN Chicago Radio Host Carmen DeFalco

13 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What do the Bears, Blackhawks, Cubs, Sox, and Bourbon have in common? That's life for Carmen DeFalco, ESPN Chicago Radio host of Carmen and Jurko. Ca...

178 - Remembering Four Roses and The Rebirth of Cream of Kentucky with Jim Rutledge

06 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Rutledge is a household name in bourbon because his wealth of knowledge is unsurpassed and famed history of reviving Four Roses. We talk about tho...

177 - Palate Training and Whiskey Row History with Jackie Zykan, Master Taster at Old Forester

29 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Whiskey Row series of Old Forester represent pivotal dates in history for the brand. Deciding how to make them coincide with flavor profiles takes...

176 - Distillery Expansions and Sticker Game Gone Wrong on Bourbon Community Roundtable #26

22 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Share those bottles and create some memories with your loved ones. There's a few interesting topics in the news this week...

175 - Turkey Family Tradition with Jimmy Russell, Eddie Russell, Bruce Russell, and JoAnn Street of Wild Turkey

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Just the thing you needed to kick start your Thanksgiving season. We've had Jimmy and Eddie on the show and we've got upcoming episodes featuring Br...

174 - Expert Talk On Four Roses Private Barrels and Recipes with Brett Atlas and Travis Hill

08 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I don't know a bourbon enthusiast that doesn't love Four Roses. But this one goes into the depths of expert level opinions behind mash bills, hype beh...