Bourbon Pursuit

111 - The Kings of Barrel Picking with Reid & Emerald of 1789b

31 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Reid Bechtle & Emerald Adair of 1789b join the group to talk about the fascinations with the better things in life, how they started 1789b, how barrel...

110 - The Eclipse Curses, Old Forester Birthday Releases, and Store Picks on Bourbon Community Roundtable #11

24 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The roundtable is back with a new panel member. Some of us got cursed by making fun of the eclipse while others are being cursed by the Old Forester v...

109 - Retail Pricing Wars!

17 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Retail Pricing Wars! Does MSRP really mean anything? How do stores price their products relative to their size, customer base, and geographic location...

108 - Green Bourbon Production and Age Statements with Denny Potter, Master Distiller at Heaven Hill

10 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Denny Potter, Master Distiller and VP of Operations at Heaven Hill, talks about his past handling dangerous chemicals, answers if bourbon production i...

107 - Reviving Michter's in Kentucky Instead of Pennsylvania with Joe Magliocco, President

03 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Joseph Magliocco, President of Michter’s Distillery and CEO of Chatham Imports, joins the podcast to talk about the rebirth of an American Whiskey b...

106 - Age Statement Removals, Buying Regrets, and Pre-Sourced NDP on Bourbon Community Roundtable #10

27 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

BCR is back again with more questions than ever coming from our viewers. We talk about Sazerac’s devious marketing tactic with age statement removal...

105 - Behind a Russell's Reserve Barrel Pick with Cork N Bottle, Reid & Emerald, and more at Wild Turkey

25 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Wild Turkey Barrel Selection Exclusive with Ed Bley of Cork N Bottle, Reid and Emerald of 1789b, Nick Dikeos of The Bourbon Mafia, and Jimmy Russell o...

104 - Jim Beam, Barrell, Rabbit Hole, Smooth Ambler, 1792, Art Eatables, Balcones, Cooper's Craft and Jack Rose in 10 Interviews from WhiskyLive Louisville 2017

20 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A combination of 10 interviews all done at WhiskeyLive in Louisville. This podcast features Fred Noe and Beth Burrows of Jim Beam, Joe Beatrice of Bar...

103 - Do Master Blenders Get The Recognition They Deserve? With Drew Mayville, Master Blender at Buffalo Trace / Sazerac

13 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Drew Mayville, Master Blender at Buffalo Trace / Sazerac, has one of the most important jobs and that’s making sure the blended products meet a flav...

102 - Creating Al Young's 50th Anniversary Bourbon for Four Roses at WhiskyLive with Brent Elliott, Master Distiller

06 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Brent Elliott, Master Distiller at Four Roses, takes us through the creation of Al Young’s 50th Anniversary bourbon at an exclusive session during W...

101 - Counterfeits in Secondary Markets and Weller 12 Madness on Bourbon Community Roundtable #9

29 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bourbon Community Roundtable #9 talks about the recent news of one man who has defrauded the secondary bourbon market with counterfeit bourbon. We...

100 - Small Time Operations At A Big Time Distiller featuring Charlie Downs, Artisanal Distillery Manager at Evan Williams Bourbon Experience

22 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Charlie Downs, Artisanal Distillery Manager at Evan Williams Bourbon Experience (a part of Heaven Hill Brands) talks about the operations, his mentors...

099 - Is Experimentation with Bourbon a Gimmick? New Vintage Spirit Laws with Fred Minnick, Bourbon Author, Pundit and Expert

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Fred Minnick, Bourbon Author, Pundit, and Expert, joins us to discuss the San Francisco Spirits Competition, asking if bourbon is just a gimmick when ...

098 - Campbell Brown, President of Old Forester, at the Derby Museum Legend Series

21 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Campbell Brown, President of Old Forester Bourbon, is interviewed by Fred Minnick at the Kentucky Derby Museum's Legend Series. Show Notes: Fred gets ...

097 - Anyone Care About Old Rip Van Winkle 25 Year? and Surprising Results from San Francisco Spirits Competition on Bourbon Community Roundtable #8

04 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bourbon Community Roundtable #8 is back for a Derby special to talk about their lack of desire for ORVW25, a surprise twist with Bulleit Bourbon, ...

096 - Bourbon Lodge Gets Bigger at Forecastle Festival with JK McKnight, Founder

27 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

JK McKnight, Founder and Captain of Forecastle Festival, talks about running a music festival and how their Bourbon Lodge has become a festival of its...

095 - Beam Bourbon History and Expression Breakdown with Beth Burrows, Brand Ambassador

21 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Beth Burrows, Kentucky Bourbon Ambassador for Beam Suntory, gives us all the history behind Jim Beam and the different expressions. We even get the ch...

094 - No One Is Safe: Non-sense Marketing, Price Increases, and Hoarders with Bourbon Truth, Blogger

14 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Bourbon Truth, the infamous blogger and twitter persona known as Lloyd Christmas, gives a Bourbon Pursuit exclusive where no one is safe. He tells it ...

093 - Tom Bulleit of Bulleit Distilling Co at the Derby Museum Legend Series

06 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Fred Minnick interviews Tom Bulleit of the Bulleit Distilling Company for the Kentucky Derby Museum's Bourbon Legends Series. Show Notes: Listen as Fr...

092 - Building the Barrels at Brown Forman with Michael Nelson

31 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We are going back and revisiting episode #056 about building the barrels at Brown Forman. This is a great to wrap up back to basics month. Michael Nel...

091 - Making Whiskey Stills and Vendome Copper and Brass Works with Mike Sherman, Owner

24 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Sherman, Owner of Vendome Copper and Brass Works, joins the show to talk about the art and craftsmanship that go into making the stills and how t...

090 - Our Beginnings, Gateway Bourbons, and Newbie Tips on Bourbon Community Roundtable #7

17 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bourbon Community Roundtable #7 talks about their beginnings with bourbon. Where did it all start, the intimidating scenarios, tips for beginners,...

089 - Deep Dive into Bottled in Bond with Bernie Lubbers, Whiskey Ambassador for Heaven Hill

10 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Bernie Lubbers, Whiskey Ambassador for Heaven Hill and also known as The Whiskey Professor, joins the show to talk about bottled-in-bond and what make...

088 - Back to Basics with Bourbon 101 and 201 with Tim Knittel, Bourbon Educator at Distilled-Living.com

03 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Knittel, Bourbon Educator at Distilled-Living.com and a certified Stave & Thief Society Executive Bourbon Steward, kicks off "back to basics" mont...

087 - From Never Owning a Bottle to Being The Master Distiller at Four Roses with Brent Elliott

24 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Brent Elliott, Master Distiller at Four Roses, talks about how he never owned a bottle of Four Roses until he interviewed and how the conversation wen...

086 - Old Grandad 114 Stays, Buffalo Trace Launches OFC, and Holding Grudges Against NDPs on Bourbon Community Roundtable #6

17 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bourbon Community Roundtable #6 discusses Beam sales tactics with OGD114 news, Buffalo Trace OFC conspiracy theories, and is there a bias towards ...

085 - The Angel's Share is the First Fictional Novel on Bourbon with James Markert, Author

10 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

James Markert, author of The Angel’s Share, joins the show to share information about the first fictional novel based on bourbon that takes place in...

084 - How A Psychologist Became a Sensory Scientist at Woodford Reserve with Elizabeth McCall, Master Taster

02 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth McCall, Sensory Scientist and Master Taster, Brown-Forman, joins the show to share what happens behind the white curtain and how people with...

083 - The Importance of Shopping Small and Barrel Pick Popularity at Cork N Bottle with Ed Bley, Spirits and Beer Manager

27 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Ed Bley, Spirits and Beer Manager at Cork ’N Bottle, joins the show to talk about their historic past with bourbon, the importance of shopping small...

082 - Ending Old Scout Picks, More Age Statement Losses, and The Most Obtainable Barrel Proof on Bourbon Community Roundtable #5

19 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Bourbon Community Roundtable #5 dicusses the theories behind Old Scout, 2017 Predictions and Easily Obtainable Barrel Proof Choices. Show Notes: ...

081 - Four Roses Continues Expansion with Ryan Ashley, COO and Director of Distillery Operations

13 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Ashley, COO and Director of Distillery Operations, talks about how his history of beer brewing led him to distillation, the Four Roses brand, dis...

080 - Jim Beam Backpedals on Booker's Price Increase and Sazerac Continues Purchasing with Chuck Cowdery, Bourbon Author

06 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Cowdery, Bourbon Author and media pundit, joins to talk about Jim Beam backpedaling its way out of Booker’s price increase and the unique purc...

079 - Old Scout Single Barrel Crazy with John Little, VP and Head Distiller at Smooth Ambler

29 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

John Little, VP and Head Distiller at Smooth Ambler, talks about the how the whole operation started from a note his father-in-law gave him from Time ...

078 - What is Beam Doing?, Gifting Bourbons, and 2016 Year in Review on Bourbon Community Roundtable #4

23 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This one is going to be a heater in December! Join Bourbon Pursuit along with bloggers from Bourbonr, Subrourbia, and Sipp'n Corn to talk about these ...

077 - More Than “Plain Ol’ Jimmy” with Master Distiller and Legend at Wild Turkey Jimmy Russell

15 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jimmy Russell, Master Distiller and Legend at Wild Turkey, sits down to tell his story. He thinks he’s “Plain Ol’ Jimmy” but once you hear his...

076 - History of Stizel-Weller and IW Harper with Kevin Didio, Manager at the Bulleit Frontier Experience

10 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin Didio, Manager of Kentucky Visitor Experience at Bulleit Frontier Experience, talks about his career in bourbon with multiple distilleries, dive...

075 - Best Bottles Per Dollar, Holiday Sharing, and Hunting Stories on Bourbon Community Roundtable #3

02 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Bourbon Community Roundtable #3 - we discuss best bottles for the dollar, holiday sharing, hunting stories, and Kerry’s #pappyslap Show Notes: Max ...

074 - Apprenticeship and Tradition at Wild Turkey with Master Distiller Eddie Russell

24 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Eddie Russell, Master Distiller at Wild Turkey, joins the show to discuss growing up around the distillery, apprenticeship, and what tradition has tau...

073 - The Life of Booker Noe and the Impact He Made with Jim Kokoris, Author

18 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Kokoris, author of The Big Man of Jim Beam: Booker Noe And the Number-One Bourbon In the World, joins the show to talk about the life of Booker No...

072 - Making Unique Bourbon in an Urban Setting at New Riff with Jay Erisman, Vice President, and Hannah Loween, General Manager

11 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jay Erisman, Vice President, & Hannah Loween, General Manager, from New Riff Distilling talk about the unique bourbon they are making while being in a...

071 - The Intricacies of Reviewing Whiskey with Chris Trevino of Liquor Hound

04 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Trevino, the YouTube sensation known as Liquor Hound, talks about the intricacies of reviewing whiskey ranging from the type of glass to even th...

070 - Bourbon Regrets, Bottle Signing, and Brand Marketing on Bourbon Community Roundtable #2

28 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Bourbon Community Roundtable #2 - we discuss bourbon regrets, thoughts on bottle signings, what brand markets best, and weller special reserve. Show N...

069 - Bourbon History through The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of an American Whiskey with Fred Minnick, Author

22 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Fred Minnick, acclaimed bourbon author who also happens to have the Amazon #1 Best Selling book in the Whiskey Category Bourbon: The Rise, Fall, and ...

068 - The First Bonded Bourbon Outside of Kentucky in 50 years at Tom’s Foolery with Tom Herbruck, Master Brewer and Distiller

14 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Herbruck, Master Brewer and Distiller of Tom’s Foolery, and his wife Lianne, Rack House Manager, share their beginnings when Tom ran a still at ...

067 - Jack Rose is the Hottest Bourbon Bar Destination with Bill Thomas, Owner

30 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Thomas (@MashBill_Thomas), Owner of Jack Rose (@JackRoseinDC), tells his history of turning a passion for whiskey and 20 years of dusty hunting i...

066 - Customized Bourbon Trail Tours with Tim Hagan and Ethan Pardieu of Kentucky Bourbon Boys

23 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Hagan and Ethan Pardieu, Kentucky Bourbon Boys Distillery Tours, give insights into their customized tours and how they learned about bourbon them...

065 - Social Media Influencing, Random Trades, and Best Releases of 2016 So Far on Bourbon Community Roundtable #1

16 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Show Notes: Recorded on YouTube LIVE! We will pose questions to the audience to see what YOU think. If you have questions, ask them on the right hand...

064 - Investing in Horse Racing and Bourbon with Vince Roth, Partner of Final Furlong Racing & Chad Butters, Co-Founder of Eight Oaks Distillery

09 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Chad Butters, Co-Founder and CEO of Eight Oaks Craft Distillery, and Vince Roth, Managing Partner of Final Furlong Racing Stables, talks about a new p...

063 - Why is it called Jefferson’s Bourbon? With Trey Zoeller, Founder and Master Blender

02 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Trey Zoeller, Founder and Master Blender of Jefferson’s Bourbon, shares his story with some new information about a new Presidential special release...

062 - What is the Bourbon Women Association? with Susan Reigler

26 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Susan Reigler, Executive Bourbon Steward, joins the show again to talk about Bourbon Women, an organization founded to join like-minded individuals ar...

061 - Dual Roles as Brewmaster and Master Distiller at Town Branch and Alltech Brewing with Mark Coffman

19 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Coffman, Master Distiller at Alltech Brewing, which is the home of Town Branch bourbon, talks about being a Brewmaster as well as a Master Distil...

060 - Not Your Grandma's Bourbon Balls with Kelly Ramsey, Bourbon-Certified Chocolatier and Owner of Art Eatables

12 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly Ramsey, Bourbon-Certified Chocolatier and Owner of Art Eatables, talks about her delicious bourbon truffles and the difference between bourbon b...

059 - Sitting Down to Meet Freddie Johnson, 3rd Generation Employee at Buffalo Trace and Tour Guide

05 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Freddie Johnson, 3rd Generation Employee and Tour Guide at Buffalo Trace, talks about his family legacy and his depth of bourbon knowledge. Show Notes...

058 - Learning more about “Frontier Whiskey” with Bulleit Bourbon Global Ambassador Tim Judge

29 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Judge, Global Ambassador for Bulleit Bourbon, dives into the Bulleit Bourbon origination and all the new expansion taking place. Show Notes: Tell...

057 - Creating Louisville's First Full Service Bourbon Themed Restaurant Bourbon's Bistro with Jason Brauner

22 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Brauner, Owner of Louisville-based restaurant Bourbon’s Bistro, talks about his family history at National Distillers and running a full servi...

056 - Step-By-Step of the Barrel Making Process at Brown-Forman Cooperage with Michael Nelson, Plant Director

15 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Nelson, Plant Director at the Brown-Forman Cooperage, gives a step-by-step and inside look to the barrel making process. Show Notes: Give us ...

055 - Resurgence of Barton 1792 with Josh Hollifield, Brand Specialist and Visitor Center Manager

08 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hollifield, Visitor Center Manager for Barton 1792, gives a history of the grounds and an insider look to the resurgence of the 1792 brand. Show ...

054 - Pairing Food and Bourbon Cocktails with Bourbon Authority Susan Reigler

02 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Susan Reigler, Executive Bourbon Steward and author of multiple bourbon books, talks about her past as a food critic and shares how to pair food with ...

053 - Cooking and Collaborating with Bourbon featuring Chef Edward Lee

23 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Chef Edward Lee, 4-time James Beard nominee, TV Show host, owner of 610 Magnolia and Milkwood, dives into culinary arts and cooking with bourbon while...

052 - Annoying Trends in Bourbon with Kerry Bossak of Subourbia.com

16 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Kerry Bossak (@bourbon_gamer), author of Subourbia.com, talks about how bourbon helps him lose weight and goes over his top 10 list of the most annoyi...

051 - A Whiskey Wash Gathering with Maggie Kimberl, Nino Marchetti, and Michael Veach

11 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Maggie Kimberl, Nino Marchetti, and Michael Veach join as we discuss Maker’s 46, Pappy & Co Cigars, history of Buffalo Trace, Castle & Key, and the ...

050 - How Liquor Barn Manages Inventory and Allocated Bourbon with Ray Perryman, Spirits Manager

03 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Ray Perryman (@LBSpringHurst), Spirits Manager at Liquor Barn (@LiquorBarn) in Louisville, shares an insider view to carrying over 400 bourbon and whi...

049 - Do Bourbon Fill Levels Change Flavor Profiles? with Jordan, Eric and Nick, authors of BreakingBourbon.com

27 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jordan, Eric and Nick, authors behind BreakingBourbon.com, talk about how bourbon fill levels change flavor profiles and we look at the new releases t...

048 - The Kentucky Bourbon Affair Returns in 2016 with Adam Johnson

20 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Johnson (@CamperJohnson), Director of the KY Bourbon Trail, comes back to gives us the scoop on the 2016 Bourbon Affair and a more about Senate B...

047 - Blazing a Trail as a Woman in Whiskey and Michter's History with Andrea Wilson, VP and GM of Michter's Distillery

10 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea Wilson, Vice President and General Manager of Michter’s Distillery, gives us the history of Michter’s, her rich history influencing the bou...

046 - Celebrating the Repeal of Prohibition at the Frazier History Museum with Andy Treinen

29 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Treinen, the Director of Marketing at the Frazier History Museum (@FrazierMuseum), talks history of prohibition, the future Bourbon Museum for “...

045 - What is Double Double Oaked? with Chris Morris, Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve

22 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Morris, Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve, gives an insight into the historic grounds and the $1000 Mint Julep in time for Derby. Show Notes:...

044 - Born into Bourbon at Jim Beam with Master Distiller Fred Noe

15 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Fred Noe, Global Ambassador and Master Distiller at Jim Beam, talks about the history of Jim Beam, his celebrity encounters and the new Booker’s Rye...

043 - Every Booker's Bourbon Box Is Made at Promotional Wood Products with Patrick Hutchens

08 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Hutchens, Owner of Promotional Wood Products, shares his company’s story of giving premium bourbons the extra edge. Show Notes: Tell us abo...

042 - Wild Turkey is a Bourbon Staple with Matt Gandolfo, Brand Ambassador

01 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Gandolfo, Brand Ambassador for Wild Turkey, talks history of the brand, non-GMO grains, each of the expressions and the new “Decades” release...

041 - Maker's Mark Collection Obsession with Brian Gelfo, Maker’s Mark Ambassador Extraordinaire

24 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Gelfo, Maker’s Mark Ambassador Extraordinaire & Bourbon Mafia Member, goes in depth about the Maker’s Mark Ambassador. Show Notes: Markers ...

040 - Is Old Forester the same thing as Woodford Reserve? with Jackie Zykan, Master Bourbon Specialist

16 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jackie Zykan, Master Bourbon Specialist for Old Forester, talks about each of the individual expressions and the history behind this Louisville based ...

039 - Maker's Mark Bleeds Red with Rob Samuels, COO

11 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Samuels, COO of Maker's Mark, talks about the operations behind Maker's and holding almost every job at the distillery since he was 9. Show Notes:...

038 - It's Florida's Whiskey Obsession Festival with Turner Moore

03 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Turner Moore, President of Whiskey Obsession Festival, joins the show to talk about the festival and what to expect this year. It takes place 3/30/201...

037 - Bourbon Has Badges with Bernie Lubbers, Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hill - Part 2

20 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

(Part 2) Bernie Lubbers (@BernieLubbers), The Whiskey Professor and Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hill, continues in Part 2 talking about Heaven Hill bo...

036 - Bourbon Has Badges with Bernie Lubbers, Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hill - Part 1

16 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

(Part 1) Bernie Lubbers (@BernieLubbers), The Whiskey Professor and Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hill, talks about his past, catchphrase, and overview ...

035 - What's Fun at The Bourbon Classic with Seth Thompson

06 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Seth Thompson, of The Bourbon Classic, chats about all the awesome events being held from Feb 23-27th, 2016 and how you can get last second tickets. S...

034 - Upcycling Bourbon Bottles in Candles at ReWicked with Chad Hartsfield, Owner

05 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Chad Hartsfield, Owner of ReWicked Candles, discusses the process of turning old bourbon bottles into works of art. Show Notes: Tell us your story of...

033 - Time to Meet the Maker's Mark Master Distiller, Greg Davis

19 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Greg Davis, Master Distiller at Maker’s Mark, talks about how is continuing the tradition that has been set and more about day to day operations. Sh...

032 - Chasing Bottles and Secondary Markets with Erik of @BourbonSeason

18 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Erik of @BourbonSeason joins the show to talk about the infamous bottle chase and the growing secondary market. Show Notes: Before we get started, th...

031 - The History and Psyche of Bourbon with Reid Mitenbuler, Author of Bourbon Empire

15 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Reid Mitenbuler (@ReidMitenbuler), author of Bourbon Empire, joins Ryan and Kenny to talk about the history and psyche of bourbon, "a distinctive prod...

030 - Bourbon Sensory Training using Aroma Academy with Robert Mohr & Tom Johnson

08 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Mohr & Tom Johnson of Aroma Academy (@AromaAcademyUS) join the podcast to talk about the science behind using olfactory senses to know more abo...

029 - A Bourbon Christmas Gift Exchange with John Kowalczyk

04 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

John Kowalczyk reveals how he started a Bourbon Christmas Gift Exchange that grew from just a handful of friends to an event that is sponsored by liqu...

028 - Eat Your Bourbon with Matt Jamie, Founder and Owner of Bourbon Barrel Foods

24 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Jamie, Founder and Owner of Bourbon Barrel Foods, talks about how he started a company with Bluegrass Soy Sauce into a brand that does everything...

027 - Revitalizing the Family Brand of Kentucky Owl Bourbon with Dixon Dedman, Partner

09 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Dixon Dedman, Owner Operator of Beaumont Inn & Partner in Kentucky Owl, joins us to talk about his family history and how they revitalized a brand th...

026 - Intelligent Whiskey Recommendations from the Distiller App with Mikael Mossberg, Co-Founder and CEO

02 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Mikael Mossberg, Co-Founder & CEO of Distiller, talks about his whiskey recommendation app and how his whiskey passion led him to be in the startup wo...

025 - Forming the Largest Whiskey News Site at TheWhiskeyWash.com with Nino Marchetti, Founder

24 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Nino Marchetti (@WhiskeyWash), Founder at TheWhiskeyWash.com, joins us today to announce a new partnership between us. We talk about his news outlet, ...

024 - The Secret to Great Packaging and Marketing at Buffalo Trace with Kris Comstock, Bourbon Marketing Director

18 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Kris Comstock, the Bourbon Marketing Director at Buffalo Trace, talks about how he made his way to Kentucky and gives us insight into the brands and e...

023 - He Held Every Job Possible at Stitzel-Weller Distillery with Carol Perry

10 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Carol Perry, or just Perry, is a legend in his own right. Perry has worked at the Stitzel-Weller distillery in Shively for 45 years. He has held about...

022 - We are 21 Episodes in So Far, What Have We Learned?

03 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Your hosts, Kenny and Ryan, take a look back on the past 21 episodes. We talk about the guests and what is still to come with the remaining part of th...

021 - A Start Up Distillery with a $28,000 Bottle with Brent Goodin, Master Distiller at Boundary Oak

11 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Brent Goodin, Master Distiller at Boundary Oak Distillery, discusses his new startup distillery and how his first bottle of bourbon off the line sold ...

020 - Bourbon Industry Through the Lens of Lawsuits with Brian Haara, Author of Sipp'n Corn

29 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Haara (@SippnCorn), Attorney and blogger at Sipp’n Corn, joins the podcast to talk about the history of the bourbon industry through the lens ...

019 - A New Idea To Large Contract Distillation at Bardstown Bourbon Company with David Mandell, CEO

22 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

David Mandell, CEO of the Bardstown Bourbon Company, talks about the beginning of one of the newest and largest distilleries to ever hit Bardstown, KY...

018 - Meet the New Master Distiller of the former Old Taylor Distillery, Marianne Barnes

26 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Marianne Barnes, Master Distiller at The Distillery Formally Known as Old Taylor, discusses her new role, what everyone can expect coming from this re...

017 - Are Orphan Barrels Really Lost? Blade and Bow Releases with Ewan Morgan of Diageo

12 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Ewan Morgan, National Director for the Diageo Masters of Whiskey, joins us from DC to talk about his past with whiskey, scotch, and bourbon. We dive d...

016 - Preserving the History of Whiskey Row in Louisville with Marianne Zickuhr

04 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Marianne Zickuhr, Executive Director of Preservation Louisville, talks about the history of Whiskey Row and her involvement with preserving this iconi...

015 - Party Planning the Bourbon Trail with Mint Julep Tours, Sean Higgins

27 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Sean Higgins, Chief Fun Officer of Mint Julep Tours, talks about the array of tours they offer with customized trips with their tag line “the purpos...

014 - The Fantasy Camp For Bourbon Lovers at The Kentucky Bourbon Affair with Adam Johnson

14 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Johnson, Director of the KY Bourbon Trail & Bourbon Affair, joins us as the first ever two-time guest! This time we talk about the Kentucky Bourb...

013 - Behind The Operations Side of Things at Angel's Envy with Kevin Curtis and Kyle Henderson

09 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin Curtis, Distillery Operations Manager, and Kyle Henderson, Production Manager and grandson of Lincoln Henderson, from Angel’s Envy join to tal...

012- Reviving Four Roses with Jim Rutledge, Master Distiller Four Roses (Part 1)

30 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Rutledge, Master Distiller at Four Roses, joins us for Part 2 of this 2-Part podcast and discusses his travels, limited edition releases, one floo...