Bourbon Pursuit
Episodes
348 - Pritzker Acquires Bardstown Bourbon, Can Cooperages Keep Up Pace?, and When Will Bourbon Prices Increase? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #66
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's Bourbon Community Roundtable #66 and here's what we have on the topic list for today! Pritzker Private Capital Acquires Bardstown Bourbon Company...
Whiskey Quickie: Elvis Tiger Man Whiskey Review
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Elvis Tiger Man Whiskey from Grain and Barrel Spirits. This 2.5 year old whiskey is 90 proof and...
TWiB: Russian Alcohol Is The Latest Target in Backlash, Kentucky Cooperage Announces a $4.1M Expansion, Woodford Reserve's 2022 Kentucky Derby Bottle
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for March 4th 2022. Russian-made alcohol is the latest target in the growing backlash, Kentucky Cooperage announces a $4.1M ...
347 - An Insider's Look at Quality Control and Remembering the '96 Fire at Heaven Hill with Tawnie Gootee
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're always looking for veterans of the bourbon industry to bring on the show to talk about their story and career growth. Tawnie Gootee has been at ...
Whiskey Quickie: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C921 Review
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C921. This 12 year old bourbon is 120.2 proof and $70 MSRP. Let us kn...
TWiB: MGP Begins $12M Barrel Warehouse Expansion, Beam Suntory Is Raising Prices on Bourbon, Old Forester Releases 117 Series 1910 Extra Old
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for Febuary 25th 2022. MGP has begun a $12 million barrel warehouse expansion, Beam Suntory's global net sales were up and t...
346 - Stave Science with Andrew Wiehebrink of Independent Stave Company
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every few months we find a guest that scratches that itch when we want to get into the science of bourbon, and today we're talking about wood. Everyon...
Whiskey Quickie: The Wiseman Bourbon Review
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review The Wiseman from Kentucky Owl. This non-age stated bourbon is 90.8 proof and $60 MSRP. Let us k...
TWiB: Legal Bills To Save Barrel Picks, Louisville Slugger Museum Ventures into Bourbon, Eastside Distilling Releases Luxardo Whiskey
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for Febuary 18th 2022. Two new pieces of legislature have been introduced to save barrel picks, Louisville Slugger Museum is...
345 - Chasing Bourbon Counterfeiters with Adam Herz
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Refills, counterfeits, and bogus bourbon. It's the unfortunate reality that we live in right now. Only until very recently have we seen distilleries s...
Whiskey Quickie: Monk's Road Bourbon Review
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Monk's Road Bourbon from Log Still Distillery. This 6 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $80 MSRP...
TWiB: New TTB Rules for Bourbon, Treasury Competition Report Aimed at Booze ,Green River Launches Their New Flagship
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for Febuary 11th 2022. The TTB has published part 2 of it's modernization plan for labels, The US Treasury releases it's rep...
344 - Heaven Hill's Acquisition Motives, What Happens When a Face of the Brand Leaves?, and the Top Places to Visit in Kentucky on Bourbon Community Roundtable #65
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's Bourbon Community Roundtable #65 and here's what we have on the topic list for today! Heaven Hill acquires Samson & Surrey, but what is the motiv...
Whiskey Quickie: Widow Jane Lucky Thirteen 2021 Release Review
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Widow Jane Lucky Thirteen. This 13 year old bourbon is 93 proof and $100 MSRP. Let us know what...
TWiB: Heaven Hill Acquires Widow Jane and FEW Spirits, Bulleit Bourbon Doesn't Have Enough Bottles, Rabbit Hole Unveils Starlino Rye Whiskey
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for Febuary 4th 2022. Heaven Hill Acquires Widow Jane and FEW Spirits, Bulleit Doesn't Have Enough Bottles, Rabbit Hole Unve...
343 - African American Contributions in Distillation History with Erin Gilliam, Associate Professor at Kentucky State University
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The contributions of African Americans in the distilling industry has largely gone unnoticed and unrecognized for a long period of time. The story of ...
Whiskey Quickie: New Holland Beer Barrel Bourbon Review
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review New Holland Beer Barrel Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 80 proof and $35 MSRP. Let us k...
TWiB: Malted Barley Shortage Hits Bourbon Distilleries, Law Makers Push Privatization of Liquor Sales, Chattanooga Whiskey Release Islay Scotch Cask Finish
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for January 28th 2022. Malted Barley Shortage Hits Bourbon Distilleries, Law Makers Push Privatization of Liquor Sales, Chat...
342 - How Moonshining Influenced The Cornbread Mafia with James Higdon
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bourbon and whiskey runs deep in Central Kentucky, but so did one of the largest marijuana manufacturing and trade rings in history. Cornbread Mafia t...
Whiskey Quickie: Very Olde St. Nick The OG 17 Year Old Bourbon Review
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Very Olde St. Nick The OG. This 17 year old bourbon from Preservation Distillery is 108.3 proof ...
TWiB: Mellow Moments Cuts Back on Birthday Gifts, Japan Recognizes Bourbon as a Distinctive Product, and Buffalo Trace Launches their First NFT
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for January 121st 2022. Mellow Moments Cuts Back on Birthday Gifts. Japan now recognizes "Bourbon" and "Tennessee Whiskey" a...
341 - Bringing Rye Back To Baltimore with Brian Treacy and Ryan Norwood of Sagamore Spirit
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rye whiskey production had a historic past in the northeastern states, especially Pennsylvania and Maryland. And now Sagamore Spirit based in Baltimor...
Whiskey Quickie: Maker’s Mark FAE-02 2021
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Maker’s Mark FAE-02 2021. This non-age stated bourbon is 109.1 proof and $60 MSRP. Let us kno...
TWiB: The bestselling American whiskey in the World's Best Bars, Are Basil Hayden And Old Grand-Dad The Same?, and UFC's Dustin Poirier is launching Rare Stash Bourbon
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for January 14th 2022. Bulleit retained its position as the bestselling American whiskey in the World's Best Bars. Are Basil...
340 - NFC Tags For Bourbon Collectibles, What is "hunting"?, and 2022 Predictions on Bourbon Community Roundtable #64
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with Bourbon Community Roundtable #64 and here's the topics! Sazerac implemented NFC tags in this year's Thomas H. Handy. Is this the boost...
Whiskey Quickie: Watershed Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels (Batch 002) Review
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Watershed Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels (Batch 002). This 6 year old finished bourbon...
TWiB: 11 American Whiskey Trends To Watch in 2022, Tennessee ABC Arrests Someone Selling Van Winkle, WhistlePig Launches A Non-Alcoholic Whiskey
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for January 7th 2022. Beverage Dynamics Gives 11 American Whiskey Trends To Watch in 2022. Tennessee ABC arrests someone for...
339 - Aging Barrels on the American Highway with Brad Paisley
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I got a text message that said "Hey, do you want to have Brad Paisley on your show?" I couldn't resist jumping at the chance. Everyone knows Brad...
Whiskey Quickie: Blue Run Spirits Golden Rye Whiskey Review
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Blue Run Spirits Golden Rye. This non-age stated rye is 95 proof and $100 MSRP. Let us know wha...
TWiB: Direct To Consumer Shipping Wins and Losses, 7 Drinks Trends to Watch in 2022, and Heaven Hill Changes Bottle Release Process
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for December 31st 2021. Looking back at 2021 Direct To Consumer Shipping Wins and Losses. 7 Drinks Trends to Watch in 2022. ...
338 - Getting Crafty in Upstate New York with Brian McKenzie of Finger Lakes Distilling
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's no secret that we're big fans of Finger Lakes Distilling since it's one of the crucial components in Pursuit United. A few months ago, we booked ...
Whiskey Quickie: Michter’s 2021 10 Year Single Barrel Rye Whiskey Review
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Michter’s 2021 10 Year Single Barrel Rye. This 10 year old rye is 92.8 proof and $170 MSRP. L...
TWiB: $3M Raised from Kentucky Bourbon Benefit, Heaven Hill vs Log Still Has Been Settled, More About Pursuit United Rye
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for December 24th 2021. The Kentucky Bourbon Benefit has raised over $3M for Tornado relief. The Heaven Hill vs Log Still co...
337 - Ice Breaker Christmas Special
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every year we try to do something different for Christmas that's not really focused around bourbon. I'm sure you spend a lot of time talking about bou...
Whiskey Quickie: Peg Leg Porker Bourbon Review
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Peg Leg Porker Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 90 proof and $40 MSRP. Let us know what ...
TWiB: Bourbon Raises Funds for Tornado Relief, Thomas H Handy Adds NFC Chips In Foils, and A. Smith Bowman Releases a 15 year Rum Finished Bourbon
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for December 17th 2021. The Kentucky Bourbon Benefit will take place to support Kentucky Tornado relief. Buffalo Trace adds ...
336 - No Tariffs in 2022, Bottles That Deserve More Attention, and Switching Liquor Stores on Bourbon Community Roundtable #63
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's another jam packed Bourbon Community Roundtable as we discuss the latest trending topics of the past few weeks. One of the greatest pieces of whi...
Whiskey Quickie: Off Hours Bourbon Review
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Off Hours Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 95 proof and $45 MSRP. Let us know what you t...
TWiB: Four Roses Opens A New Visitor Center, Craft Spirits Consumption Is On The Rise, and Stellum Black is Announced
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for Decmber 10 2021. Four Roses opens a new and newly renovated 15,000-square-foot visitor center. According to new research...
335 - Introducing The Bardstown Collection with Jim Beam, Heaven Hill, Log Still, Preservation, and Bardstown Bourbon Company
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you bring 5 of the top distilleries together and have them each provide two of their best barrels? You get the Bardstown Collection....
Whiskey Quickie: Basil Hayden Toast Bourbon Review
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Basil Hayden Toast. This non-age stated bourbon is 80 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us know what you ...
TWiB: No Arrests Ever From Counterfeit Bourbon, Four New Distilleries on the KY Bourbon Craft Trail, and Barrell releases Gold Label Bourbon
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for Decmber 3rd 2021. Here's the headlines for this week: Over the last 10 years, as it relates to counterfeit alcohol, a WH...
334 - When Mechanical and Distillery Engineering Meet with Shrout Tate Wilson Consulting Engineers
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we typically talk about building a distillery, we usually think of things like stills, mash tanks, and where to store all the grain. But building...
Whiskey Quickie: Nashville Barrel Company Single Barrel Bourbon Review
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review a Nashville Barrel Company Single Barrel. This 5 year old bourbon is 115.5 proof and $75 MSRP. ...
TWiB: Pursuit United Rye Is Coming, A Semi-truck of Jack Daniel's Overturned, and Frey Ranch Distillery Announces Single Grain Series
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for November 26th 2021. Here's the headlines for this week: Pursuit United Rye has been bottled and is coming soon. A semi-t...
333 - Chasing the Butterfly of Blue Run with Mike Montgomery and Tim Sparapani
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Now I have to admit, I remember the first time I heard of Blue Run Spirits and I had my reservations. Who were these guys with some 13 year old source...
Whiskey Quickie: Blue Note Crossroads Bourbon Review
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Blue Note Crossroads. This non-age stated bourbon is 100 proof and $40 MSRP. Let us know what y...
TWiB: No more "Jr" in Stagg Jr, Drizly's Data for Whiskey Gifts, and Old Elk Infinity Blend
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for November 19th 2021. Here's the headlines for this week: Buffalo Trace announced that it will be dropping the word “Jr....
332 - What happened to George T Stagg and why do some MGP brands have hype? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #62
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've taken a bit of a hiatus, but we're back and we've got two topics that are hot. A few months ago, Buffalo Trace announced there would be no Georg...
Whiskey Quickie: Rabbit Hole Raceking Founder’s Collection Review
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Rabbit Hole Raceking Founder’s Collection. This non-age stated bourbon is 109.2 proof and $295...
TWiB: DC Police In A Jack Daniel's Shipping Ring, Sagamore's First Maryland Rye Whiskey, and Baker's Exclusive Selection
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for October 12th 2021. Here's the headlines for this week. DC Police Officers Ship Jack Daniels and didn't know it was illeg...
331 - How Smoke Wagon Became a Bourbon Jewel with Aaron Chepenik
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Smoke Wagon felt as if it came on to the bourbon scene like it was fired out of a cannon. In the past 2 years, they have become one of the most highly...
Whiskey Quickie: Jack Daniel's 10 Year Old Review
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Jack Daniel's 10 Year Old. This 10 year whiskey is 97 proof and $70 MSRP. Let us know what you ...
TWiB: E.U. Removes Retaliatory Tariffs, Kroger's Ultimate Bourbon Auction, Castle & Key and KBBG Collaborate for The Untold Story of Kentucky Whiskey
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for October 8th 2021. Here's the headlines for this week. After 3 long years, the US and EU have agreed to remove retaliator...
330 - Before the Bourbon Boom with Steve Ury aka Sku
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I've witnessed first hand the progression of bourbon over the past 6 years since this podcast began. It went from learning about new releases and hunt...
Whiskey Quickie: Little Book Chapter 5 "The Invitation" Review
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Little Book Chapter 5 "The Invitation". This 2, 3, 5 and 15 year old blended bourbon is 116.8 pr...
TWiB: Union Agrees to Heaven Hill Contract, 66 Page Report on Trade Disputes, Blue Run's High Rye Bourbon
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for October 29th 2021. Here's the headlines for this week. Union workers agree to a new Heaven Hill contract. DISCUS files a...
329 - To Source or Not To Source with Scott Schiller, Executive Director of Thoroughbred Spirits Group
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a distillery is no easy task and figuring out how to bank roll it is even harder. Do you tie up all your money into equipment and wait a few ...
Whiskey Quickie: 2021 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) Review
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this special edition of Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review the 2021 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. The collection includes: Eagle Rar...
TWiB: Heaven Hill Responds To The Union, KDA Welcomes Two New Members, New Riff Launches Red Turkey Wheat
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for October 22nd 2021. Here's the headlines for this week. Heaven Hill will start hiring permanent replacement workers. The ...
328 - How to BBQ & Bourbon Right with Malcom Reed
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I read a meme one time that as soon as a man enters his 30s, there are two hobbies he picks up. It's whiskey and smoking meats. Well, I'm guilty for i...
Whiskey Quickie: Blackened x Willett Straight Rye Finished in Madeira Casks
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Blackened x Willett Straight Rye Finished in Madeira Casks. This non-age stated rye is 109.6 pro...
TWiB: Elijah Craig's Old Fashioned Week, The Return of BTAC Maps, and Angel's Envy 2021 Cask Strength Release
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for October 15th 2021. Here's the headlines for this week. Elijah Craig is having its second annual Old Fashioned Week. Brea...
327 - Is Bourbon Broken? Part 4: Consumer Trends based off Bourbon & Banter
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final episode in our 4 part series of "Is Bourbon Broken?" based on the Bourbon and Banter blog series. We've looked at the consumer, seconda...
Whiskey Quickie: King of Kentucky 2021 Review
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review King of Kentucky 2021. This 14 year old bourbon is 130 proof and $250 MSRP. Let us know what yo...
TWiB: MGP Gets Rebranded, KY Owl Construction Begins, and No Stagg for 2021 BTAC
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's This Week in Bourbon for October 8th 2021. Here's the headlines for this week. MGP gets a somewhat rebrand to Ross & Squibb Distillery, Stoli hir...
326 - Is Bourbon Broken? Part 3: Distribution and Retail based on Bourbon & Banter
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Part 3 on our series of "Is Bourbon Broken?" as we analyze the multi-part blog series from Bourbon & Banter. This episode is one that ...
Whiskey Quickie: Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch 2021
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch 2021. This 12-16 year old bourbon is 114.2 proof and $150...
325 - Is Bourbon Broken? Part 2: The Secondary Market based off Bourbon & Banter
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, we kicked off the series of analyzing Bourbon & Banter's article on "Is Bourbon Broken?" and this next installment looks at the secondary m...
Whiskey Quickie: Stagg Jr. Dallas Bourbon Club Single Barrel
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review a Stagg Jr. Single Barrel pick from the Dallas Bourbon Club. This non-age stated bourbon is 134....
324 - Is Bourbon Broken? Part 1: The Consumer based off Bourbon & Banter
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first part in a series of "Is Bourbon Broken?" where we take an in-depth look at a multi-part blog series from Bourbon and Banter. In t...
Whiskey Quickie: Booker's Tagalong Batch 2021-02 Review
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Booker's Tagalong Batch 2021-02. This 6 year 5 month old bourbon is 127.9 proof and $90 MSRP. L...
323 - A Broker Joins the KDA, Union Strikes, and Best Bourbon Marketers on Bourbon Community Roundtable #61
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, White Dog Trading became the newest member of the Kentucky Distillers' Association. This is the first time a bourbon broker that helps clie...
Whiskey Quickie: Hunt & Gather 15 Year Canadian Whisky Review
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Hunt & Gather 15 Year Canadian Whisky. This 15 year old Canadian whisky is 121 proof and $70 MSR...
322 - Reviving DSP-KY-10 to It's Original Glory with Jacob Call, Master Distiller of Green River Distilling Co.
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Back on episode 128, we had Jacob Call on to talk about OZ Tyler. Back then, it was all about TerrePURE and making overnight bourbon. Jacob joins the...
Whiskey Quickie: Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled In Bond Review
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled In Bond. This 4 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us ...
321 - The Truth and Hype Around Cigars and Bourbon with Ibis Luis
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cigars... they are one of the best ways to enjoy a nice glass of bourbon. The flavors and aromas all become enhanced into a better overall experience....
Whiskey Quickie: Smooth Ambler Contradiction Rye Review
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Smooth Ambler Contradiction Rye. This non-age stated rye is 105 proof and $40 MSRP. Let us know ...
320 - What is Craft Whiskey by Craft Whiskey with Becky Harris of Catoctin Creek and Alan Bishop from Spirits of French Lick
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Back on Episode 295, the roundtable discussed when does craft whiskey stop becoming craft whiskey. Well, the internet is full of opinions and we heard...
Whiskey Quickie: Walker's Cay Bourbon Review
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Walker's Cay Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 90 proof and $37 MSRP. Let us know what yo...
Whiskey Quickie: Maker's Mark RC6 Review
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Maker's Mark RC6. This is Maker's Mark's first national limited release. It's non-age stated, 10...
319 - Subscription Models, 5 New Fall Releases, and Dickel Bourbon on Bourbon Community Roundtable #60
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's the 60th Bourbon Community Roundtable where we've got 3 topics of recent news to cover. Beam Suntory is launching new subscription models for Lit...
Whiskey Quickie: Old Forester 2021 Birthday Bourbon Review
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Forester 2021 Birthday Bourbon. This 12 year old bourbon is 104 proof and $130 MSRP. Let us...
318 - What is Dusty Bourbon?
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So what is a dusty bourbon? Well... it's just an old bourbon. The idea was that these were bottles that used to sit on the shelves and collect dust. N...
Whiskey Quickie: Taconic Mizunara Cask Bourbon Review
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Taconic Mizunara Cask Bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 107 proof and $90 MSRP. Let us kno...
317 - The Science of Whiskey Webs with Stuart Williams from the University of Louisville
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
About twice a year we have a guest on the show that just amazes us with the science behind bourbon. Stuart Williams is a professor that directs the mi...
Whiskey Quickie: Bespoken Spirits Rye Whiskey Review
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bespoken Spirits Rye Whiskey. This rapid aged rye whiskey is 100 proof and $40 MSRP (375mL). Le...
316 - More About Michter's with Master Distiller Dan McKee
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve had the opportunity to interview lots of great people from Michter's such as their Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson, President Joseph Maglio...
Whiskey Quickie: Dubliner Irish Whiskey Review
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Dubliner Irish Whiskey. This 3 year old whiskey is 80 proof and $30 MSRP. Let us know what you ...
315 - Analyzing Pappygate and Whitehouse Executive Orders on Bourbon Community Roundtable #59
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Bourbon Community Roundtable, we do an in-depth analysis of The Bourbon King, two episodes from the Netflix series Heist. Now I have to warn y...
Whiskey Quickie: Three Chord Strange Collaboration Review
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Three Chord Strange Collaboration Batch 1. This 2-6 year old finished bourbon is 99 proof and $4...
314 - Annoying Bourbon Release Trends
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
$1000 bottles, store price gouging, and bots taking bottles. These are some of the most annoying trends with bourbon releases. The team gets together ...
Whiskey Quickie: Bradshaw Bourbon Review
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bradshaw Bourbon. This 2 year old bourbon is 103.8 proof and $40 MSRP. Let us know what you thi...
313 - Dos and Don'ts of Barrel Picks with Macaulay Minton of Wilderness Trail and John Wadell of Peerless
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about barrel picks all the time on the show and we do 40-50 barrels selections per year with our private barrel program. But instead of hearin...
Whiskey Quickie: Heaven's Door Redbreast Master Blenders Edition Review
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven's Door Redbreast Master Blenders Edition. This 10 year old finished bourbon is 100 proof ...
312 - From Grapes to Grains with Lisa Wicker of Widow Jane
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Wicker should be a household name to any bourbon enthusiast. You will get to learn about her pedigree of industry and blending experience in this...
Whiskey Quickie: Still Austin Cask Strength Review
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Still Austin Cask Strength. This 2 year old bourbon is 118 proof and $65 MSRP. Let us know what...
311 - Appropriate Pricing, Surplus of Sourcing, and Master Distiller vs. Salesperson on Bourbon Community Roundtable #58
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As bourbon grows with popularity, so do the prices. The roundtable comes together to discuss how to price bourbon and if there is a good formula that ...
Whiskey Quickie: Michter's 10 Year Bourbon 2021 Release Review
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Michter's 10 Year Bourbon 2021 Release. This 10 year old bourbon is 94.4 proof and $150 MSRP. L...
310 - From Idea to Reality: The Story of Pursuit United
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Back in 2018 when we launched Pursuit Series single barrels, we didn't know where we were headed. We just knew it was fun to select barrels and get th...