Whiskey Lore®: The Interviews

🎙️ Ep. 121 - Dr. Pat Heist: Wilderness Trail Distillery (Final Episode on "The Interviews" Feed)

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

FINAL EPISODE ON THE INTERVIEWS FEED Please look up the Whiskey Lore Podcast and subscribe for future interviews. I am consolidating feeds. All older ...

Clay Shwab: The True Story of the Man Behind George Dickel's Whisky

17 Oct 2024

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When it comes to whisky legends, George Dickel has one of the most confusing. Was he a distiller or wasn't he a distiller? Who is this Victor or Manny...

Finding Colorado's Grains of Distinction with Al Laws of Laws Whiskey House

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Back during the Pandemic, I was chatting with a friend of my from New Mexico about whiskey and I noticed on the Zoom call how many bottles of La...

The History of the American Still (Part 2) with Alan Bishop

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I continue my conversation with Alan Bishop as I toss him one of the little gems I found in my research about Kentucky Bourbon. The questio...

The History of the American Still with Alan Bishop

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While digging into the history of Kentucky Bourbon, I kept hearing this nagging voice in my head saying - you need to understand stills to tell ...

The History and Future of Distilling in Washington State with Author Becky Garrison

01 Apr 2024

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In this episode, I sit down with Becky Garrison, author of 'Distilling in Washington: A History,' to explore the fascinating history of whiskey distil...

Stories of Square Stills, Bootlegging, and Moonshine with A.J of Casey Jones Distillery

25 Mar 2024

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Join me as we head to Western Kentucky, to meet a man who took his moonshining skills and family traditions and found a way to legalize them and give ...

Innovative Margie Samuels and the Evolution of Maker's Mark with Beth Buckner

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Time to get to know Maker's Mark from its origins to today. Beth Buckner, Senior Manager of Innovation and Blending at Maker's Mark reveals the story ...

Counting Down Kentucky's Top 10 Historic Whiskey Brands with Jerry Daniels of Stone Fences Tours (Part 2)

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Drew Hannush and Jerry Daniels dive into their top 10 favorite historic bourbon brands, each with its own unique story and impact on ...

Counting Down Kentucky's Top 10 Historic Whiskey Brands with Jerry Daniels of Stone Fences Tours

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a history filled episode that is sure to stir up some debate. This week, I welcome back to the show Jerry Daniels of Stone Fences Tours. La...

A Modern Drinking Glass Using Traditional Methods with Elliot Walker of Blowfish Glass and Iain Weir of Smokehead

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Ian Weir from Ian McLeod (makers of Smokehead) and Elliot Walker from Blowfish Glass join me to talk whisky and glassware. We will...

How Bourbon Shaped the Law and Vice Versa with Brian Haara

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I chat with Brian Haara, an attorney specializing in bourbon law, and the author of Bourbon Justice: How Whiskey Law Shaped Americ...

Talking Ghost Dogs, The Last Wolf of Scotland, and Scottish Highland Distiling with Duncan Bryden

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Back in 2019, while preparing for my first season of the Whiskey Lore Stories podcast, I took a trip to Scotland to learn the story of Cù Bòcan, the...

Bringing Monongahela Rye Back to Somerset County with Maximilian Merrill of Ponfeigh!

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Back for 2024 with a new lineup of interviews. Kicking off talking about rye whiskey (a fascinating grain I want to spend more time with this year). W...

World's Oldest Whisky Found! And the World of Whisky Auctions with Joe Wilson of Whisky Auctioneer

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You've heard it before - the world's oldest whisky is going up for auction. But this time, there is more than just carbon dating and a loose story beh...

Diving into the Rich History of Blanton's Bourbon with Author Dominic Gugleilmi

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the bourbon everyone loves or everyone loves to eye-roll at. Blanton's has developed quite the reputation in this current market, with some calli...

The Real History of Pre-Prohibition Texas Whiskey with Author Andrew Braunberg

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of my new favorite people in the whiskey history community has just come out with a fantastic book that explores Texas Whiskey history before Proh...

J.P. Wiser's Dr. Don Livermore Deconstructing and Constructing Canadian Whisky

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're going to dig into the science of blending and talk about a grain that I always associate with Canada rye, with Dr. Don Livermore, Master B...

James A. Miller and Chicken Cock: The Forgotten History of Bourbon with Will Woodington

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to whiskey history, some historic names take a long time to see the light of day. When it comes to James A. Miller, his time is well ove...

Why I Can't Do Whiskey Lore The Same Way I Used To

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With episode 102, it is time to take stock of what Whiskey Lore is about and the way I research my stories. With the upcoming release of my first full...

The 1970s in the Whisky Industry and Beyond with Richard Paterson (Part 2)

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Time to dig into the 1970s and beyond with the great Richard Paterson. We're going to talk about how blenders work with spirits, the comradery in the ...

Stories From Richard Paterson's 50+ Career History as a Master Blender (Part 1)

11 Sep 2023

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As I celebrate my 100th interview episode, my special guest is Richard Paterson of Whyte & MacKay, the Dalmore, Jura, and of course Shackleton. During...

The History of the O'Connell's, Smuggling, and The Liberator Irish Whiskey

04 Sep 2023

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During my trip to Ireland, I had the pleasure of meeting Sir Maurice O'Connell as we talked about his two whiskey brands - The Liberator and Lakeview ...

North Carolina's Whiskey Past & Present with Cooks Mill Bourbon's Jason and Jeanne Queen

28 Aug 2023

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Did you know North Carolina has a long history of making whiskey? Join me as I chat with Jason and Jeanne Queen who are bringing back that old traditi...

Wine, Whisky, Blind Tasting, and Certifications with Adam Edmonsond of The Sommelier Company

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today its time to learn about whiskey certifications, tips for developing strengths as a blind taster, and we'll discuss wine and its influence on whi...

Once The World Largest Distillery: The History and Spirits of Tomatin with Scott Adamson

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For those that enjoyed the story of Cu Bocan, the ghost dog from the Scottish Highlands, its time to deep dive into some great history and spirits a...

Diving Deep into Wild Turkey and And David Jennings (Rare Bird 101) Passion For It

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is there a whisky you love so much, you could write two books about it? Today, I talk to Wild Turkey superfan David Jennings (aka Rare Bird 101) and t...

Legendary 50 Year Master Distiller and Master Blender Billy Walker from Glenallachie

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The first time I traveled to Scotland, I was in Aberlour talking with a bartender about the best whiskies to try. He asked what my favorites were. Whe...

The Return of Distilling to Belfast After Almost a Century // Titanic Distillers' Damien Rafferty

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hard to believe Belfast has been without distilling for so long. On today's episode we'll dive into the first new distillery in Belfast in nearly 90 y...

Long Aged Barrel Proof Canadian Whisky? Yes! with Zach and Nick Taylor of Found North

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What do you think of when you think of Canadian whisky? Maple sweetness, rye, non-age-stated, and mellow? Well, Zach and Nick are really pushing the l...

The Art of Finding Dusty Bottles of Whiskey with Dan of Dusty Dan's Whiskey Reviews

21 Mar 2023

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This has been a long time coming. Dan provided me with some historic samples of whiskey from Wild Turkey, Kentucky Peerless (Henderson, KY), and Cream...

A Masterclass in Barley, One Farm at a Time with Waterford Distillery's Neil Conway

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You've heard me talk about it before, barley is a complex grain that many distilleries dismiss. Yet don't tell the Scots, the Japanese, or the Irish t...

The Next Generation Becoming Master Distiller with Elizabeth McCall of Woodford Reserve

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not too long ago, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Morris, Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve and we talked about his rise and the process ...

The Mysteries and History of Canadian Whisky with Author Davin de Kergommeaux

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel as confused about Canadian whisky as I do, Davin (who like me is writing a book on whisky history) is going to dig in deep and introduce u...

Talking Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide To Experiencing Irish Whiskey with Laurie O'Dwyer of Whiskey Chats

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's not often I get to just sit back and chat with another podcaster about the whiskey industry. Today, that changes, as Irish whiskey podcaster Laur...

The Historic William Tarr Brand to the New Western Kentucky Distillery // Chris from RD1 Spirits

21 Dec 2022

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So much to chat about today as I talk with Chris Tetterton, VP of Marketing with RD1 Spirits - a Lexington, Kentucky brand that came out of the gate w...

From Scotland to Ireland to Romania // Allan Anderson of Carpathian Whisky

14 Dec 2022

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This year I've been working to find whisky legacies in some very unfamiliar regions for the spirit. When Carpathian Whisky reached out to me about the...

What Is The Best Irish Whiskey? It is Awards Season with Allan Dwyer of the Irish Whiskey Society of America

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year again, when we start to think back on the best of the best from the past year. In today's episode, Allan Dwyer, president of th...

The Story of Henry Kraver and the Rebirth of a Kentucky Bourbon Legacy // Kentucky Peerless

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How often do you get a chance to meet the founder of a distillery while on a distillery tour? Well, that was my experience back in 2018 when I made my...

The History of a 100% Hands On Historic Scotch Distillery // Springbank

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a distillery I've long wanted to cover on the podcast. After traveling to Campbeltown, I fell in love with the place and its distilling histo...

All Scotch Is Smoky and All Irish Is Triple Distilled - Or Are They? // Ardara Distillery

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I chat Donegal distilling history, discuss the idea of smoky whiskey and how the myths around scotch and Irish whiskey developed with Jame...

America's Oldest Distillery Company and the Revival of Apple Brandy // Lairds

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So what is the oldest distillery company in America? Well, its not a bourbon or rum distillery - no, it is a brandy distillery. And before you say "he...

SC Low Country History and the Mystery of the Burnt Church Road and Distillery

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Before Whiskey Lore: The Interviews takes a month off, join me as I chat with my friend Chris Crowe of Burnt Church Distillery as we talk Palmetto Sta...

Reviving a Historic Grain and Going All In On Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey at Clonakilty Distillery

31 Aug 2022

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Today I chat with my guest Michael Scully about his historic farm and how he is using it to grow a type of grain that hasn't grown in Ireland for a...

Where Do All Of Those Great Bourbon Distillery Designs Come From with Joseph + Joseph Architects (Complete)

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Back in 1909, John Thompson Street Brown was looking for a design for the Old Prentice Distillery. That design still stands today, under the Four Rose...

From Bushmills to Dublin Liberties to Passion Project with Darryl McNally of Limavady Irish Whiskey

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you love history and you're interested in the recent past during Irish whiskey's rebirth, this is the interview for you. I chat with Darryl McNally...

What Is The Oldest Distillery West of the Mississippi? with Kyle Merklein

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to claims of the oldest, there is always a chance at a caveat. In terms of Ben Holladay Bourbon, it's distilling grounds have a pretty s...

Drew Tells All About Whiskey Lore, Irish Whiskey, and More with the Suit Up Podcast

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to turn the tables and let you learn a little bit about me, get behind-the-scenes with Whiskey Lore, and learn a ton about Irish whiskey. I'...

From Maryland Rye to New York Cocktail Culture to Navy Strength Gin with Allen Katz of NY Distilling

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I jump into a discussion with New York Distilling's co-founder Allen Katz. Starting out in Baltimore, it's no surprise that Allen would fin...

What Do Brown-Forman, Mick Jagger, Bono, and MacBeth have In Common? I ask Alex from Slane

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the coolest places I visited while on my historic journey through Ireland was Slane Castle. It was there that I met Alex Conyngham, the earl of...

The Illicit History and Legalization of Irish Poitín with Pádraic of Galway's Micil Distillery

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What the heck is Irish Poitín? This was a question I asked myself frequently before traveling to Ireland. Is it just Irish moonshine or just unaged I...

The Life and Times of a Irish Whiskey Legend: John Teeling of Great Northern Distillery

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is hard to overstate John Teeling's impact on the Irish whiskey industry. He took on an Irish whiskey monopoly and helped bring interest back into ...

Cooley to Teeling: Twice at the Forefront of a New Breed of Irish Distilleries with Jack Teeling

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The revival of Irish whiskey is real - I have seen it first hand. And after traveling the entire island of Ireland and Northern Ireland, I can see fir...

Has Too Much Focus on Kentucky Bourbon Caused a Misread of American Whiskey History? // Laura Fields

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week I conclude my interview with Laura Fields as we dive deep into Pennsylvania's pre and post-Prohibition history. We'll also talk about the di...

When Pennsylvania Ruled American Whisky with Laura Fields of the American Whiskey Convention

02 Jun 2022

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Thanks to Steve Bashore of George Washington's Distillery, I had a chance to meet Laura Fields of the Fields Foundation and American Whiskey Conventio...

The Whiskey That Made the Crowned Heads of Europe Turn From Scotch to Bourbon with Bill McBrayer

18 May 2022

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A pretty bold claim! But W.H. McBrayer had well established his Cedar Brook brand as a quality brand and won awards in Europe for his efforts. Hear th...

Whiskey's History at Tennessee and the World's #1 Most Visited Distillery with Joe Baker of Ole Smoky

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's hard to believe that in just 12 years, Ole Smoky has grown to become the most visited distillery in the world, seeing more than double the visito...

Jack Daniel's Chris Fletcher Talks Sinatra, Legendary Distillers, Malted Barley, and the New Bottled-in-Bond

04 May 2022

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For the first time since Prohibition, Jack Daniel's has a major release of a Bottled-in-Bond Tennessee Whiskey - and not just one, but two! In this ep...

Scotch Distiller Legacy Series: John Campbell Talks Laphroaig Peat to Lowland Whisky at Lochlea

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not long ago I had a chat with Jeff Arnett, who left the distillery that makes his favorite, Jack Daniel's to start his own Company Distilling. Around...

The Irishman Turned 19th Century Tennessee Whiskey Baron with J.W. Kelly's Leslie Sampson

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you think 19th century Tennessee whiskey distilling, you think Jack Daniel and George Dickel. But we've also uncovered the story of Charles Nelso...

French Single Malt Whisky? Oui! Some Tasting, History, and Background with Christine Cooney

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When someone says France, you may think wine, Cognac, Armagnac, and Champagne - but do you think single malt whisky? You should! France not only has d...

Top 10 Historic Places to Visit In Kentucky's Bourbon Country with Jerry of Stone Fences Tours

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the Derby and Summer right around the corner, it is time to start thinking about Kentucky travel plans and for lovers of bourbon history, it is t...

Westland Distillery and the Development of the American Single Malt Category with Chris Riesbeck

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Walk into your favorite liquor store and look for a bottle of Westland American Single Malt. Where do you start? It's not in bourbon. It's not with th...

Bourbon Distiller Legacy Series: From Wine to Whiskey with Lisa Wicker of Widow Jane

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've not heard her name before, you're going to be shocked with all of the projects Lisa's been involved in - from George Washington's Distillery...

Explore Distilleries in Scotland and Ireland Without Fear of Driving on the Left

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Time for a change of pace episode. Yes, we normally hear from distillers, historians, and ambassadors, but with traveling starting to open up again, I...

Lost History of a 19th Century Ohio Whiskey Baron and the Revival of Dexter's Bourbon

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for a fascinating conversation with a man who is resurrecting a legendary whiskey man from Cincinnati Ohio. My guest is co-founder and CEO o...

Indulging The Alchemist Alan Bishop's Passion for Whiskey Science, History, and Storytelling

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for part two of my fascinating conversation with Alan Bishop, master distiller at Spirits of French Lick. We're going to dive more into some...

This Week: The Bottled in Bond Act of 1897

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

125 years ago this week, a battle would be fought between wet and dry candidates over a bill that could improve the quality of whiskey. What really ha...

Forgotten Pre-Prohibition History of Indiana Distilling with Alan Bishop of Spirits of French Lick

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When I say Southern Indiana, you might not initially think distilling legacy, but if you think about it, the region is just as close to the Ohio River...

This Week: The Presidents and Whiskey

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's go back 154 years to the origins of this week's Federal holiday and find out when the name changed from Washington's Birthday to President's Day...

Scotch You Should Know: Revealing Glenglassaugh and BenRiach's Histories with Rory Glasgow

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Rory as this week we'll discuss two scotch distilleries every fan should know about. BenRiach is a Speyside distillery that has develo...

This Week in 1932: Churchill's Medicinal Prescription

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hear a tale about the Hon. Winston S. Churchill that occurred 90 years ago this week.

Who Was George Dickel and How Is Nicole Austin Evolving His Tennessee Whiskey Legacy?

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Take a step into the mysterious past and amazing future of George Dickel Tennessee Whiskey with a woman who is taking a 150 year old legacy and expand...

Diving Into The Mystery of Irish Pot Still Whiskey with Talnua Distillery's Patrick Miller

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you found yourself looking down the Irish whiskey aisle with a look of confusion on your face? Well, you're not alone. Single grain, single pot s...

Australian Whiskey - The Law That Killed It and How It Rose from the Ashes with Starward's Dave Vitale

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Curious about whiskies from Australia? Well my guest today is one of Australia's leading distillers with a very creative process for aging his whiskie...

Writing the History of Texas Whiskey from Amarillo to El Paso to Houston with Author Nico Martini

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you love whisky, you've likely heard that Texas has a growing whisky industry and you likely know names like Balcones, Garrison Brothers, and Ironr...

Whisky Rewind to the Best Interview Guests of 2021

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

2021 was an eventful year with a ton of travel, distilleries, and interviews. So before I tackle 2022, it is time to look back on some of the best mom...

What Makes American Single Malt Different From Scotch? With Stranahan's Owen Martin

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I recently had the opportunity to attend the one day per year Snowflake Festival at Red Rocks near Denver and to tour the Stranahan's Distillery. Duri...

Blending a Whiskey to Honor the Personality of an Old West Legend: Big Nose Kate

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The art of the personality blend. Only a few have mastered it. Melissa Heim, master blender for Big Nose Spirits has done just that with a fantastic w...

How Do You Leave Your Favorite Whiskey Jack Daniel's to Go Craft? Jeff Arnett of Company

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

His new company, is curiously called "Company" or Company Distilling and he and his teammates have ambitious plans. And we will dig into those during ...

Telling the History of Kentucky Bourbon Through Stories and Personalities with Clay Risen

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whiskey Lore fans will remember Clay from his article that prompted Fawn Weaver to research the Uncle Nearest story, leading to the establishment of h...

Understanding the History and Sherry Bomb Scotch Whiskies of GlenDronach with Rory Glasgow

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Time to share an interview talking about my favorite Highland whisky, GlenDronach. Brand Ambassador Rory Glasgow will introduce us more of the story o...

The Wild History of Oregon Distilling and America's First Single Malt with Joe and Caitlin of Clear Creek

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have I got an entertaining interview for you today, with my guests Joe O'Sullivan and Caitlin Bartlemay of Hood River and Clear Creek distilleries in ...

From Kentucky Bourbon Country to Memphis and Tennessee Whiskey with Alex Castle of Old Dominick

17 Nov 2021

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What happens when a Kentuckian heads to Memphis, Tennessee to make whiskey? Check out my conversation with Old Dominick's Alex Castle, as we talk bour...

Historic Distilling Equipment, Mothballs, and the World's Most Peated Whisky with Allan Logan of Bruichladdich

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Some of the world's great whiskies come out of Bruichladdich, including Classic Laddie (unpeated), Port Charlotte (peated), and Octomore (heaviest pea...

Celebrating a 25th Anniversary and Revealing a 210 Year Legacy with Chris Morris of Woodford Reserve

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We've grown accustomed to seeing that beautiful bottle of Woodford Reserve on the shelf, but when it debuted, it was putting a whole new image on bour...

Legends, Ghost Stories, and Campbeltown as the Whisky Capital of the World with Glen Scotia's Iain McAllister

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the world of scotch you'll find Highland, Lowland, Speyside, and Islay. Can you name the 5th region? It's Campbeltown. And at one time, the wee too...

The Near Death of Irish Whiskey and It's Triumphant Return to Belfast with Sarah Kennedy of McConnells

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why does Ireland spell whiskey with an "e?" What is the oldest brand of whisky in Ireland? And how many distilleries are there in Belfast? Just some o...

From Ireland to Kentucky, Exploring the History of Lawrenceburg and Wild Turkey Origins with Tom Ripy

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to dig deep into the history of Anderson County, Kentucky - where today Four Roses and Wild Turkey reign supreme. But when my guest Tom Ripy...

Monopoly and Murder: When Peoria, Illinois and the Whiskey Trust Owned American Distilling with J.K. Williams

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What town in the 19th Century was known as the "Whisky Capital of the World?" Edinburgh, Louisville, Nashville - none of the above. How about Peoria, ...

A Dive Into Japanese Whisky and Why Brands Choose to Age Whisky At Sea with Jay Cole of Kaiyo

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As a nice pairing with this week's Whiskey Lore episode about whisky aged at sea, I'm hear to talk about a sea aged Japanese whisky called Kaiyo. This...

My Exclusive Interview a Tennessee Whiskey and Rum Maverick: Phil Prichard of Prichard's Distillery

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

First there was Jack, then there was George, and in 1997 - long before the craft distilling revolution - there was Phil. Phil Prichard has family dist...

Taking Risks and Doing It His Own Way: The Chattanooga Whiskey Recipe For Success with Tim Piersant

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I head to Chattanooga, Tennessee to talk with Tim Piersant, CEO and co-Founder of Chattanooga Whiskey about how he and his head distiller G...

Time To Diversify: Helping the Bourbon Drinker Understand What Scotch Is All About with Ed Kohl

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I can't tell you how many times I've heard this blanket statement from bourbon drinkers - "I don't like scotch." Like scotch is just one flavor profil...

Gobbler Springs Distillery's John Hatcher // Country Distillery

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Back from one of the most interesting adventures I've had in trying to reach a distillery. The name of the place is Gobbler Springs and the gentleman ...

Davidson Reserve's Jeff Pennington // Tennessee Whiskey and Bourbon

08 Sep 2021

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Now Jeff and his wife didn't necessarily take the normal path into owning a whiskey distillery. Rather than having grown up around distilling, they ha...

Dead Distilers Author Colin Spoelman // Bourbon History

07 Sep 2021

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Join me for part one of my discussion with Kings County Distillery's master distiller and co-founder Colin Spoelman. A few years back Colin wrote an i...

Seth Benhaim of Broken Barrel Whiskey // Unique Aging

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While on a journey out to California in search of details about an upcoming episode, I took time out to interview Seth Benhaim of Infused Spirits. Set...

Fugitive Spirits's Co-Founder Jim Massey // Writers and Whiskey

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just when I thought I had been to every Tennessee distillery or at least met a distiller from each, along came Jim Massey. Jim was actually on the for...

Juke Joints and the Blues with WABG-AM's Poe // Mississippi Delta

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Like a scene from "O Brother Where Art Thou" I stumbled upon a radio station out in the middle of a Mississippi field. And there, I met a radio man wh...