Bourbon Pursuit

Behind The Pursuit: Pursuit United Private Select

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand Pursuit United Private Selection is here. We previously talked with Kenny about turning the war...

435 - Sourcing Exotic Barrels with Jessica Ann of H&A Barrel Management

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The trend of cask finished whiskey is here to stay. It's run rampant over the past few years to the point that every single company has one. But how a...

Whiskey Quickie: Dragon's Milk Origin Bourbon Review

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Dragon's Milk Origin Bourbon. This 5 year old bourbon is 95 proof and $45 MSRP. Let us know what...

TWiB: New Distillery Will Age Barrels in Coal Mines, Rabbit Hole Releases Seasong, Buffalo Trace Distillery Releases Eagle Rare 25

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for November 11th 2023. A new distillery is coming that is aging barrels in coal mines, Rabbit Hole Distillery announced the...

434 - Creating Legal and Sustainable Bourbon Charity Raffles with Give270

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bourbon and charity go hand-in-hand. There has been millions of dollars raised thanks to donations and the willingness of others to purchase for a goo...

Whiskey Quickie: Thirteenth Colony Southern Bourbon Review

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Thirteenth Colony Southern Bourbon. This 4-6 year old bourbon is 95 proof and $45 MSRP. Let us k...

TWiB: Bardstown Bourbon's New Spot In Louisville, Frank August Has Two New Releases, Knob Creek Releases A Skillet Collaboration

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 27th 2023. Bardstown Bourbon Company’s new tasting experience is now open in Louisville, Frank August has two ...

433 - Lessons in Building an E-Commerce Bourbon Business with Blake Riber of Seelbach's

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is no stranger to the show. We've had the privelege of knowing Blake Riber of Seelbach's for many years. However, before he had Seelbach...

Whiskey Quickie: Rare Hare Lucky Bastard Whiskey Review

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Rare Hare Lucky Bastard Whiskey. This 30 year old Canadian whiskey is 89 proof and $600 MSRP. Le...

TWiB: The Whiskey House Announces Its Opening Date, American Whiskey Exports Could Face a 50% Tariff, King of Kentucky Returns With a 16YR Release

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 20th 2023. The Whiskey House announces its operation date, American Whiskey exports could face a 50% tariff soon...

432 - Is the Daily Drinker Dead? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #86

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is the daily drinker dead? I take this roundtable into the direction of deep thoughts once again. At some point in our bourbon journey, someone has as...

Whiskey Quickie: Elijah Craig Ryder Cup Toasted Barrel Bourbon Review

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Elijah Craig Ryder Cup Toasted Barrel Bourbon. This non-age state bourbon is 94 proof and $100 M...

TWiB: The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Details, New World Record Set for Most Bourbon Bottles, Spend The Night in a Bourbon Barrel

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for October 13th 2023. The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection details have been announced, a new world record has been set for...

431 - Grain and Grit with Jay Erisman of New Riff

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New Riff has been a brand that many whiskey enthusiasts have followed for many years. I was excited to have Jay Erisman on the show, once again, to ta...

Whiskey Quickie: Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata Ancient Cask Bourbon Review

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata. This non-age state bourbon is 118.1 proof and $260 MSRP. Let us k...

Behind The Pursuit: Non-Distilling Producers Vs Contract Distilling

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand There can be a lot of confusion when it comes to the term 'NDP' or Non-Distilling Producer and...

430 - Has the Bourbon Glut Arrived? with Jeremy Dever

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At this point, if you've been listening to the show then you know there is a whole world of investor barrels and there is plenty of talk about a bourb...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Forester 2023 Birthday Bourbon Review

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Forester 2023 Birthday Bourbon. This 12 year old bourbon is 96 proof and $170 MSRP. Let us k...

TWiB: Buffalo Trace's Prohibition Collection, Wyoming Whiskey Has Two New Releases, Chattanooga Releases Another Bottled in Bond

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for September 29th 2023. Buffalo Trace unveils the Prohibition Collection, Wyoming Whiskey has two new releases, and Chatta...

429 - Demystifying Labels and Standing Out in a Crowded Market with Kris Hart

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The bourbon boom has sparked intense interest in America's native spirit, but has also raised complex questions for longtime aficionados and novices a...

Whiskey Quickie: Four Roses 135th Anniversary Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon Review

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Four Roses 135th Anniversary Limited Edition Small Batch. This blend of 12-25 year old bourbon i...

TWiB: Rare Character Finds Itself In A Legal Battle, Buffalo Trace Opens AnExperience in London, Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson F

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for September 22nd 2023. Rare Character Finds Itself In A Legal Battle, Buffalo Trace Opens A New Visitor Experience in Lond...

428 - When Is It Too Much of One Bottle? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #85

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is another installment of bourbon community roundtable but digging deep into the psychology realm. I posed this question a few weeks ago to our P...

Whiskey Quickie: Parker’s Heritage Collection 17th Edition (2023) Review

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review the 2023 Parker’s Heritage Collection. This 10 year old cask strength rye whiskey is 128.8 pro...

TWiB: Kentucky Owl Gets a New Master Blender, Pursuit United Private Select Program, And More Bourbon Releases Than You Can Handle

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for September 15th 2023. Kentucky Owl gets a new Master Blender, Pursuit Spirits is unveiling the Pursuit United Private Se...

427 - The Lifecycle of Bourbon Trends

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The bourbon landscape has evolved dramatically over the past century, shaped by changing tastes, technologies, and regulations. In the 1970s and 80s, ...

Whiskey Quickie: Wilderness Trail 8 Year Wheated Bourbon Review

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Wilderness Trail 8 Year Wheated Bourbon. This 8 year old finished bourbon is 100 proof and $89 M...

TWiB: $1M Bourbon Bottle Goes Up for Auction, Lawrenceburg Bourbon Announces New Distillery, Pursuit Spirits Unleashes Batch 8CD

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for September 8th 2023. A $1M bottle of bourbon goes up for auction, Lawrenceburg Bourbon Company has announced a multi-mill...

426 - Insider Tips on Throwing a Bourbon Festival with Bourbon on the Banks and St. Louis Bourbon Festival

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At some point you will find yourself going to a bourbon festival. And rightly you should. It's where people like us gather to try new things and meet ...

Whiskey Quickie: Traverse City Port Barrel Finish Bourbon Review

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Traverse City Port Barrel Finish Bourbon. This 5 year old finished bourbon is 100 proof and $70 ...

TWiB: Two Groups Create The Blending House, Four Roses, Old Forester, Parker's and More, Food and Booze Collabs

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for September 1st 2023. The Koetter Group and The Spirits Group announce The Blending House, we have all the announcements f...

425 - Marianne Eaves Gets Real About Her New Bourbon

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After an impactful career at Brown-Forman, Marianne Eaves was ready for a new challenge which led her to join an exciting startup at Castle & Key. She...

Whiskey Quickie: Michter's 10 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon Review (2023) Review

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Michter's 10 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon #23A0276 (2023). This 10 year old bourbon is 94.4 pr...

Behind The Pursuit: Can New Whiskey Brands Become a Lifestyle Brand?

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand Ryan is back from Redneck Riviera and his mind is burning wondering how or if whiskey brands ca...

424 - Why Promote Bottom Shelf and Average Whiskey? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #84

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's Roundtable will take a deeper look into a trend I've been noticing and trying to figure out why, as influencers and a community, people keep t...

Whiskey Quickie: Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof Rye Review

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof Rye. This non-age stated rye is 137.3 proof and $65 MSR...

TWiB: Elijah Craig European Oak For the 2023 Ryder Cup, Pernod Launches the Mary Dowling Whiskey Company, Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged Bourbon

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for August 18th 2023. Elijah Craig release of its Toasted Barrel finished in European Toasted Oak Barrels. Pernod launches t...

423 - Would Bourbon Be Popular Without Buffalo Trace?

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The bourbon boom of the last decade has seen many distilleries trying to create a consumer frenzy around their brands. But few have succeeded like Buf...

Whiskey Quickie: Belfour Bourbon Finished in Texas Pecan Wood Review

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Belfour Bourbon Finished in Texas Pecan Wood. This non-age stated finished bourbon is 92 proof a...

TWiB: Molson Coors Acquires Blue Run Spirits, Marussia Beverages Acquires Watershed Distillery, Maker's Mark Puts Out A 10 Year Teaser

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for August 11th 2023. Molson Coors Beverage Company will acquire Blue Run Spirits, Marussia Beverages acquires Watershed Dis...

422 - Keeping it Super Premium with Mark and Sherri Carter of Old Carter

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Every once in a while you run across a brand that has captured lightening in a bottle. For me, I see that as Old Carter. Mark and Sherri Carter join t...

Whiskey Quickie: Whiskey JYPSI Legacy Batch 001 The Journey Review

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Whiskey JYPSI Legacy Batch 001 The Journey. This non-age stated whiskey is 115 proof and $200 MS...

TWiB: Heaven Hill Fills Its 10 Millionth Barrel, Charlois Group Acquires Kelvin Cooperage, Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish Blend

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for August 4th 2023. Heaven Hill fills its 10 millionth barrel, the Charlois Group acquires Kelvin Cooperage, and The House ...

421 - The Growth of Bourbon Tourism By The Numbers with Sean Higgins of Mint Julep Tours

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You might be wondering if we've hit peak bourbon. Bottles are everywhere and people are flocking to Kentucky in droves trying to get a Napa Valley kin...

Whiskey Quickie: Dancing Goat Distillery #003 Review

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Dancing Goat Distillery #003 A Quirky & Humble Blend Whiskey. This 7 year old whiskey is 105.5 p...

TWiB: Pursuit Spirits Will Be On Whiskey Row, Kentucky Bourbon Trail Adds 4 New Distilleries, Milam & Greene's Latest Wildlife Collection

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for July 28th 2023. Pursuit Spirits will open new visitor experience located on Whiskey Row, the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craf...

420 - What's a Cigar Batch? and Finished Whiskeys as Special Releases on Bourbon Community Roundtable #83

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's everyone's favorite, Bourbon Community Roundtable, and this is the 83rd edition. This episode gets, we'll say passionate at times because this is...

Whiskey Quickie: Bluebird Days Whiskey Review

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bluebird Days Whiskey. This 6 1/2 year old whiskey is 86 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us know what yo...

TWiB: Name The Still at Buzzard's Roost, MGP Will Close Its GNS Distillery in Kansas, Green River Full Proof Single Barrel

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for July 21st 2023. Buzzard’s Roost wants you to name their new still, MGP Ingredients will close its GNS distillery in Ka...

419 - Making Bourbon Big at Retail with Brad Williams of GoPuff

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been to Kentucky, then you've probably stopped at one of the many Liquor Barn locations. It's been a cornerstone for bourbon buyers such as ...

Whiskey Quickie: Blackened x Wes Henderson Bourbon Finished in White Port Wine Casks Review

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Blackened x Wes Henderson Bourbon Finished in White Port Wine Casks. This 6 year old finished bo...

TWiB: Sazerac Wins Lawsuit Against Mini Weller Bottles, Evan Williams Launches Bourbon Bootcamp, New Riff Announces Sour Mash Single Malt Project

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for July 14th 2023. Sazerac wins a no contest lawsuit for miniature gift sets of Weller, Evan Williams Bourbon Experience ha...

418 - Brand Mysticism with Aaron Goldfarb and Steven Grasse

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What attracts you to a brand? It's that unexplainable underpinning called Brand Mysticism. I'm joined by author, Aaron Goldfarb and brand icon builder...

Whiskey Quickie: Yellowstone American Single Malt Whiskey Review

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Yellowstone American Single Malt Whiskey. This 4 year old whiskey is 108 proof and $55 MSRP. Let...

TWiB: Former Peerless Execs Start Eastern Light, Woodford Reserve and Emirates Plane Bottles, Wild Turkey Announces Master’s Keep Voyage

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for July 7th 2023. 2 Kentucky Peerless Employees Leave to start Eastern Light Distilling, A new partnership between Woodford...

417 - Is Collectible Whiskey on the Decline?

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Back on episode 397 we talked about whiskey being an investment but now we are reevaluating the current landscape and if collectible whiskey, namely b...

Whiskey Quickie: Maker’s Mark BEP Bourbon Review

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series 2023 BEP Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 110.7 proo...

TWiB: Premiumization Is Losing Steam, 2023 Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame New Inductees, Booker’s Bourbon Apprentice Batch

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for June 30th 2023. Premiumization is now losing steam, The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame will induct eight new people, Book...

416 - Who Needs $500 Bottles and Distillery Tasting Kits on Bourbon Community Roundtable #82

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's another great episode of The Bourbon Community Roundtable and this is the 82nd edition. Over the past few weeks Jack Daniel's has made its case a...

Whiskey Quickie: Jefferson's Marian McLain Whiskey Review

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Jefferson's Marian McLain Whiskey. This non-age stated whiskey is 102 proof and $300 MSRP. Let u...

TWiB: Refunds on Duties and Taxes For Export Bourbons, Four Roses To Sell Limited 10 Recipe Tasting Kit, Heaven's Door Releases The Next Decade Series

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for June 23rd 2023. A new bill has been introduced that will refund duties and taxes to export bourbon, Four Roses will sell...

415 - The Story Behind Wyoming Whiskey with David DeFazio

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a bourbon that has been crafted by arguably the best distiller of wheated bourbon and blended by the most respected nose in the ...

Whiskey Quickie: New Riff Yellow Leaming Bourbon Review

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review New Riff Yellow Leaming Bourbon. This 5 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $56 MSRP. Let us know ...

TWiB: Jack Daniel's Wins in Court Decision vs Dog Toy, A New Documentary Featuring Empire Rye, Buffalo Trace Launches Daniel Weller

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for June 16th 2023. The U.S. Supreme Court sides with Jack Daniel's in the dog toy dispute, a new whiskey documentary is now...

414 - The Problem with Bourbon Taxes and Law with Chad McCoy

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What goes hand-in-hand with bourbon? That's law and taxes. Over the past few years we have seen incredible changes to Kentucky's bourbon laws when it ...

Whiskey Quickie: Wolves Lot One Single Malt Whiskey Review

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Wolves Lot One Single Malt Whiskey. This 7 year old single malt is 110 proof and $290 MSRP (corr...

TWiB: Virginia ABC Makes Changes to Lottery Process, 3rd Release of Russell's Reserve 13 Year, Launch of Hardin’s Creek The Kentucky Series

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for Jue 9th 2023. Virginia liquor officials said they're taking steps to automate the random lottery process, the third annu...

413 - How To Make a Whiskey RTD with Flavorman

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You hear Ryan and I talk about RTDs or Ready To Drink canned cocktails on This Week in Bourbon all the time and here's the reason why. Most of us got ...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Forester Bourbon 117 Series Warehouse H Review

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Forester Bourbon 117 Series Warehouse H. This non-age stated bourbon is 98 proof and $60 MSR...

Behind The Pursuit: The Effects of Big Bourbon

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The bourbon industry has this fascinating thing where “The Big Six” can hold such a monopoly of the industry - regardless of price category, and r...

412 - Will Penelope's Acquisition Lead to More MGP Buyouts? Could Ezra Brooks Work Today? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #81

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are again with another Bourbon Community Roundtable. This one started off pretty tame, but towards the end we start digging deep so here is wh...

Whiskey Quickie: Still Austin The Artist Straight Rye Whiskey Review

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Still Austin The Artist Straight Rye Whiskey. This 2 year old rye is 99.6 proof and $50 MSRP. Le...

TWiB: Airbnb Picks Louisville As Top U.S. Destination, Virginia ABC Lottery Isn't So Random, Rabbit Hole’s Tenniel Double Oak Bourbon

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for May 26th 2023. Airbnb predicts a busy summer for Louisville as its top trending U.S. destination, Virginia ABC lottery c...

411 - The Most Traveled Man in Whiskey with Drew Hannush of Whiskey Lore

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How many distillery tours have you been on? 2? 5? Maybe 20? Well, you can't even touch our guest today. Drew Hannush is the author of multiple books i...

Whiskey Quickie: Hirsch The Cask Strength Bourbon Finished in Cognac Casks Review

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Hirsch The Cask Strength Bourbon Finished in Cognac Casks. This 7 year old finished bourbon is 1...

TWiB: Justins' House of Bourbon Charges Dropped, Log Still Launches Their Single Barrel Program, Jim Beam's American Single Malt Clermont Steep

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for May 19th 2023. Justins' House of Bourbon has had all charges in Washington DC dropped, Log Still Distillery launches the...

410 - Lessons Learned From Building The Biggest Bourbon Bar with Josh Howes and Tommy Craggs of Watch Hill Proper

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The dream of owning a bourbon bar. That sounds pretty awesome doesn't it? In this episode, we get to hear Watch Hill Proper's journey. Joshua Howes an...

Whiskey Quickie: Chicken Cock Double Oak Whiskey Review

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Chicken Cock Double Oak Whiskey. This 8 year old whiskey is 92 proof and $100 MSRP. Let us know ...

TWiB: MGP Acquires Penelope Bourbon for $215M, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Changes Age Statement, Mark Brown Steps Down as CEO of Sazerac

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for May 12th 2023. MGP and Luxco will acquire Penelope Bourbon for up to $215M, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof moves to variable ...

409 - Are Cask Finishes Going to Follow The Craft Beer Craze?

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Where did it all go wrong? Or maybe it's not even wrong, but secondary cask finished bourbons seems to all the rage. What used to be a means of innova...

Whiskey Quickie: Kentucky Owl Bourbon Batch 12 Review

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Kentucky Owl Bourbon Batch 12. This non-age stated bourbon is 115.8 proof and $400 MSRP. Let us ...

TWiB: New Riff's Two New Heirloom Bourbons, Buffalo Trace Experimental Peated Bourbon, Blue Run Spirits First Single Barrel Rye Whiskey

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for May 5th 2023. New Riff Distilling has announced the dual release of two new heirloom grain bourbons, Buffalo Trace Disti...

408 - Single Rickhouse Bottlings and Fixing Single Barrel Saturation on Bourbon Community Roundtable #80

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We've got two juicy topics to tackle so here's what we've got. Last year we saw the release of Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse limited edition offe...

Whiskey Quickie: Bernheim Barrel Proof Wheat Whiskey Review

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bernheim Barrel Proof Original Wheat Whiskey Batch A223. This 7-9 year old wheat whiskey is 118....

TWiB: Heaven’s Door To Open A New Distillery, Buzzard’s Roost Whiskey Row Experience Opens, Barrell Adds Rye to Private Releases

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for April 28th 2023. Heaven’s Door Spirits plans to open a new distillery in Pleasureville, Kentucky, Buzzard’s Roost Si...

407 - More Mind Blowing Stave Science on Bourbon Aging with Andrew Wiehebrink of ISC

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much influence does the barrel have on the whiskey you drink? If you talk to a lot of people in the industry you will get a rough estimate of 70% ...

Whiskey Quickie: New Riff Malted Rye Whiskey 6 Year Old Review

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review New Riff Malted Rye Whiskey. This 6 year old rye whiskey is 100 proof and $60 MSRP. Let us know ...

TWiB: Bardstown Fights Back At Distillery Construction, Old Elk Announces 2023 Single Barrel Program, Booker’s Releases First Batch of 2023

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for April 21st 2023. The city of Bardstown fights back and stops new distillery construction, Old Elk Distillery announced i...

406 - Chasing A Passion of BBQ with Matt Pittman of Meat Church

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you google for anything BBQ related on YouTube, I can guarantee you will see a video pop-up of our guest. Matt Pittman is the founder of Meat Churc...

Whiskey Quickie: Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 20-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Corn Whiskey Review

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 20-Year-Old Corn Whiskey. This 20 year old corn whiskey is 115 p...

TWiB: Wild Turkey Adds A Second Distillery, Sotheby's Rare American Whiskey Selection, A 10 Year Willett For Pope Francis

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for April 14th 2023. Campari Group plans to add a second distillery at its Wild Turkey campus in Lawrenceburg, Sotheby's unv...

405 - What Does It Take To Be A Master Taster? with Melissa Rift of Old Forester

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Master Taster. It just sounds like a really cool job. But what does it take to become a Master Taster? Old Forester is a brand that has a history of h...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Forester King Ranch Bourbon Review

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Forester King Ranch Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 105 proof and $70 MSRP. Let us k...

Behind The Pursuit: Expanding the Brand's Portfolio

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Having a variety of SKUs or choices in a brand’s portfolio is a great thing, right? You can reach a multitude of customers with multiple entry point...

404 - RNDC Responds To Sazerac's Lawsuit and When Will We See More Anti-Counterfeit Seals? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #79

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's everyone's monthly favorite, the bourbon community roundtable where we invite some of the brightest minds in bourbon media to come on and go deep...

Whiskey Quickie: A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon #2 Review

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon #2. This 10 year old bourbon is 144.5 proof and $100 MSRP....

TWiB: Elijah Craig is the Official Bourbon of the PGA, Chicken Cock Rleases Double Oak Kentucky Whiskey, Rock Town Introduces the Column Still Collection

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for March 31st 2023. Elijah Craig is the Official Bourbon and whiskey supplier of the PGA, Chicken Cock Whiskey has released...

403 - Where Coffee and Bourbon Collide with Brian Beyke of Quills

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've listened to our show long enough you would know that it's Kenny versus Fred and Ryan when it comes to coffee. Kenny isn't not much of a coff...

Whiskey Quickie: Old Elk 2022 Infinity Blend Bourbon Review

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Elk 2022 Infinity Blend Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 114.1 proof and $150 MSRP. L...

TWiB: RNDC Fights Back Against The Sazerac Lawsuit, Blue Run Revealed Plans For A New Distillery, Pinhook Debutes their Vertical Series Rye 7-Year

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's This Week in Bourbon for March 17th 2023. RNDC fights back against the Sazerac lawsuit. Blue Run Spirits today revealed the first look at its pla...