Best Whiskey Podcasts (2024)

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7 Whiskeys We Would Not Pay Over Retail For 23:50

1h ago23:50

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Some whiskeys and bourbons get so hyped up that collectors develop a severe case of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). Sometimes that whiskey is great, and well worth the hunt, but only at retail prices. There are our Top 7 whiskeys that are worth hunting at retail, but not secondary. 🟧 PATREON - patreon.com/bourbonrealtalkplus 🟩 BOURBON REAL TALK MERCH -…

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TWiB: Master Distiller Alex Castle Leaves Old Dominick, Bourbon Market Size to Reach $12 Billion by 2030, Raconteur Rye 53:42

5h ago53:42

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It's This Week in Bourbon for April 26th 2024. Master Distiller Alex Castle will be leaving Old Dominick, the bourbon spirits market size to rise up to US$12 billion by 2030, The WoodWork Collective and David Jennings announce Raconteur Rye. Show Notes: Master Distiller Alex Castle will be leaving Old Dominick Give 270 has a new giveaway Three Chor…

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459 - Are You A Whiskey Company or a Marketing Company? 1:09:19

1d ago1:09:19

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This is a question that has plagued me for quite some time and it was inspired by my wife. Ryan and I continuously evaluate brands as we compare what works and what doesn't when it comes to consumers. We get caught in this trap of continually pivoting as we see other brands catch fire because of a bottle design or some element. So my wife asked me,…

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Whiskey, Kangaroos, and Bumper Boats 52:37

2d ago52:37

52:37

Greeze and Will share their latest adventures, from a family member's knee replacement surgery to a weekend filled with blind tastings and whiskey sampling. But the real highlight? A wild encounter with kangaroos at an Australian animal park! Join us as we delve into the hilarious and unexpected moments, of Will's brave confrontation with a kangaro…

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Ep. 257: No Reason to Die Today! 59:03

3d ago59:03

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Jason and Chris link up for another awesome episode of Wheeling, Wine and Whiskey! This is a hodge podge episode, but they do cover some very important stuff. They recapped Chris’ visit to the wet and rainy fundraiser for Sue Lee-Bun out at Prairie City. They also talked about Jason running around in the Oregon woods and sand dunes with his Can-Am.…

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Whiskey Quickie: High N' Wicked Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey Review 4:39

3d ago4:39

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review High N' Wicked Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. This 5 year old whiskey is 98.2 proof and $80 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this revi…

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The Bourbon Show Pint Size #367 – Key Legislation that Got the Bourbon Industry Started 18:14

3d ago18:14

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Steve, Renee & Jeremy talk about 1779 Corn Patch & Cabin Rights Act. The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Important Links: ABV Network Shop: https://shop.abvnetwork.com/ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kAJZQz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Check us out at: abvnetwork.com. Join the revol…

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A Green Fuel Source for Distillers? 43:37

4d ago43:37

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Beam Suntory has successfully tested the use of green hydrogen as a fuel source for directly-firing stills, and is part of a pilot project to create a hydrogen conversion unit that could be deployed at remote distilleries. We’ll learn more about the potential of hydrogen as a fuel source for distillers on this week’s WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the new…

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Trump Trial, Speaker Mike Johnson, MTG, Israel and NFL 49:43

5d ago49:43

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Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss Trump's Hush Money Trial and a guy that set himself on fire outside the Manhattan Courthouse. We also discuss House Speaker Mike Johnson and his internal struggles along with the ongoing foreign conflicts and the upcoming NFL Draft...enjoy. @whiskeycongress on IG and Twitter…

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9 Whiskeys Not Worth Their Retail Price 25:44

7d ago25:44

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The Whiskey and Bourbon Boom has caused a lot of brands to skyrocket their prices. Some are still worth the hike in price. However, some are not. Theses ARE NOT worth the higher retail prices. 🟧 PATREON - patreon.com/bourbonrealtalkplus 🟩 BOURBON REAL TALK MERCH -https://www.bourbonrealtalk.com/collections 🟦 BOURBON REAL TALK COMMUNITY - https://ww…

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TWiB: A New Knife Collaboration, 2024 SIP Scholarship Program, Keeneland and Maker’s Launch Greats of the Gate 34:29

7d ago34:29

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It's This Week in Bourbon for April 19th 2024. Maker's Mark, Ed Lee, and Messermeister come out with a knife collaboration, Bourbon Women announces the 2024 SIP Scholarship Program, and Keeneland Race Course and Maker’s Mark launch Greats of the Gate. Show Notes: Woodford Reserve Distillery has unfairly influenced a 2022 unionization vote Maker's M…

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458 - Are Sneakerheads Years Ahead of Bourbon Hunters? with Matt Kusek 1:14:06

8d ago1:14:06

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Whenever you get into a hobby that involved enthusiasts and collecting, there are trends that begin to appear. Allocations, raffles, lotteries, fakes, these are things that become common. One of those hobbies that has quite a few parallels is sneakers. Matt Kusek is a certified whiskey enthusiasts as a write for Malt Review but he's also the host o…

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Episode 70: Paul John 28:32

9d ago28:32

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Regular listeners will know that we are fortunate at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society to welcome representatives from distilleries, who visit us in our Members’ Rooms, share some special samples of their whiskies with our members, and give us their insights and knowledge about their distilleries. In March we had a visit to the Vaults by Heemanshu Ash…

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Ep. 256: Catching Up With Cole and Sky from SXOR! 1:57:19

10d ago1:57:19

1:57:19

Alright, here it is…more Ultra4 and KOH coverage from WWW. The boys meet up with Cole and Sky to get caught up with their time on the lakebed at KOH and their experiences with racing in the Baja 1000. This is an awesome chat with 2 very capable young men. So many stories and so much that they have already experienced in their lives. WWW is thankful…

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Whiskey Quickie: Jack Daniel's 12 Year Batch 2 Tennessee Whiskey Review 4:50

10d ago4:50

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Jack Daniel's 12 Year Batch 2 Tennessee Whiskey. This 12 year old whiskey is 107 proof and $80 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this r…

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The Bourbon Show #185: Stephanie Twiford, Bardstown Motor Lodge 1:05:51

11d ago1:05:51

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Steve, Renee and Jeremy talk to Stephanie Twiford, Hotel Operations Manager for the Bardstown Motor Lodge (bardstownmotorlodge.com). The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Important Links: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kAJZQz Our Club: https://www.abvnetwork.com/club Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/th…

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A Sleeping Giant Awakens at Port Ellen 41:19

12d ago41:19

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For 41 years, the Port Ellen Distillery on Scotland’s Isle of Islay sat silent. Last month, a multi-million dollar restoration of the distillery was completed when the first spirit flowed at Port Ellen since 1983. While it’ll be years before we see new bottlings of Port Ellen, the distillery will be open to Islay visitors from around the world. Dia…

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Iran, Israel, Trump Trial, AZ, OJ and Iron Mike 1:03:16

12d ago1:03:16

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Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss the Iranian attack against Israel; Trump's looming trial; Arizona pushing an anti-abortion law created in 1864; OJ Simpson passes away and Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson...Enjoy. @Whiskeycongress on IG and TwitterBy Whiskey Congress

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Top 6 Reasons People HATE Whiskey 22:39

14d ago22:39

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We understand that whiskey is not for everyone. There are some legit reasons why people do not like whiskey. BUT we have heard A LOT of reasons that we think are due to just a lack of understanding or the proper experience. Here are the TOP 6 Reasons People Hate Whiskey! 🟧 PATREON - patreon.com/bourbonrealtalkplus 🟩 BOURBON REAL TALK MERCH -https:/…

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TWiB: Derby Season With Lots of Events, Jeff Hopmayer Joins The Board for Staghorn, 18 Brand New Whiskey Releases! 1:01:20

14d ago1:01:20

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It's This Week in Bourbon for April 12th 2024. Derby season is abuzz in Louisville with lots of events, Jeff Hopmayer joins the board for Staghorn, and 18 new whiskey releases. Show Notes: A21 Wine & Spirits has agreed to purchase the Noble Oak American Whiskey brand from Edrington Slow Pass Bourbon Co. LLC is considering opening a $70 million dist…

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457 - The Epic Hunt for Dusty Booze with Aaron Goldfarb 54:32

15d ago54:32

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You hear us talk about dusty bourbon on the show too often. We keep beating that dead horse because it's a chance to drink history and have a completely different whiskey than what's in the bottle today. Vintage spirits are on the rise and have gone from an underground enthusiast crowd into the mainstream. Aaron Goldfarb is a distinguished author a…

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The Bourbon Show Pint Size #366 – Bardstown Bourbon Company’s “You Had to Be There” Events 25:58

16d ago25:58

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Steve, Renee & Jeremy talk about some unique and fun events being done by Bardstown Bourbon Company. The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Important Links: ABV Network Shop: https://shop.abvnetwork.com/ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kAJZQz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Check us out at…

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Ep. 255: How Big is Your Hammer?

17d ago

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Hello faithful listeners, in this episode Jason and Chris have great connectivity with the internet! The computer was the problem, but as always, we know how to overcome challenges whether they are on the trail, at work, or even while recording a show. Nothing a hammer can’t solve and remember, in a pinch, everything can be a hammer! Seriously thou…

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Whiskey Quickie: Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 18 Year Bourbon Review 5:15

17d ago5:15

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 18 Year. This 18 year old bourbon is 120 proof and $300 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. …

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Eclipse, Israel, Trump, Oklahoma and NCAA BB 1:10:33

19d ago1:10:33

1:10:33

Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss the upcoming total eclipse and the surrounding hype. We also discuss the War in Gaza and the indiscriminate killings by the IDF; Trump and Truth Social stock; Oklahoma City Councilman Judd Blevins being ousted; the NCAA Tournament and the focus on the Women's Games plus some Stefon Diggs…

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15 Years of Texas Whiskey 1:04:42

19d ago1:04:42

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Texas is booming as a whiskey region, with distilleries all over the Lone Star State. That history only goes back about 15 years, when pioneers like Balcones Distilling and Garrison Brothers started out. During the recent 15th anniversary celebrations at Balcones, Texas Whiskey Festival co-founder Jake Clements moderated a panel (and tasting) on th…

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Behind The Pursuit: How To Choose a Distributor 55:07

21d ago55:07

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Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand Stemming from the episode of the Bourbon Pursuit podcast with John Foster of Ragged Branch, today's episode comes from a few listeners of the show, Todd and David, as Kenny discusses the process of choosing distributors specifically for Pursuit Spirits. We touch on topics such as the three-tier…

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The Bourbon Show Pint Size #365 – MGP Files A Lawsuit Against Two Kentucky Cities Attempting to Block Bourbon Warehouses 22:39

21d ago22:39

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Steve, Renee & Jeremy talk about litigation between MGP and two Kentucky cities. The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Important Links: ABV Network Shop: https://shop.abvnetwork.com/ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kAJZQz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Check us out at: abvnetwork.com. Jo…

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456 - Will Non Distilling Producers Survive 2024? And A Message From Barrell Bourbon on Bourbon Community Roundtable #92 1:25:53

22d ago1:25:53

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The past few weeks there have been lots of speculation about non distilling producers, or known as NDPs, being able to survive. The market has shifted and there are images of sourced brands that have prices slashed on shelves along with others having their facilities up for sale. This makes us wonder what is in store for the remainder of the year. …

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Episode 69: Flavour Journey with Kami Newton 41:36

24d ago41:36

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In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the flavour journey that takes place every time we uncork a bottle of whisky and then nose and taste it. It’s a process that the Tasting Panel at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society goes through with every sample that is presented for possible inclusion in a Society bottling. So we caught up with Tasting Pa…

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Ghostbusters and Whiskey 56:00

24d ago56:00

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In today's show, our hosts dive into a wide range of topics, from dissecting their own interview styles to reminiscing about college experiences with energy drink sodas. They share their thoughts on the Ghostbusters movie, explore the use of Fever Tree Distillers Cola in cocktails, and engage in humorous banter about pranks, school memories, and go…

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Ep. 254: Super Fun Trip to DF Fabrication 1:10:56

24d ago1:10:56

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The boys make a quick road trip to visit an awesome businessman. The owner of DF Fabrication was kind enough to invite us into his shop for a behind the scenes look. Anthony, the owner, has mad skills and has the equipment and tooling in his rural shop to pretty much build the baddest ass offroad buggies that you can imagine. From computer controll…

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Whiskey Quickie: Chattanooga Whiskey White Port Cask Finished Review 4:08

24d ago4:08

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Chattanooga Whiskey White Port Cask Finished. This 5 year old whiskey is 95 proof and $60 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review…

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The Bourbon Show #184: Special Presentation – Interviews at the New Orleans Bourbon Festival 26:56

25d ago26:56

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Steve, Renee and Jeremy mix it up by simply doing a series of short interviews at the 2024 New Orleans Bourbon Festival. The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Important Links: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kAJZQz Our Club: https://www.abvnetwork.com/club Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork …

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Making the "World's Most Admired" Whiskies 47:01

26d ago47:01

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Louisville’s Michter’s Distillery took top honors in the 2023 Drinks International survey to find the “world’s most admired” whiskey brand. Andrea Wilson is the Master of Maturation for Michter’s, as well as the company’s chief operating officer, and has the final say on any whisky that carries the Michter’s name. We’ll talk with Andrea about the p…

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Baltimore, Trump, RFK Jr, Ronna and RIP 57:31

27d ago57:31

57:31

Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss the Francis Scott Key Bridge disaster in Baltimore and the conspiracy theories that followed. We also discuss the circus surrounding the Trump drama, RFK Jr picks a running mate, Ronna McDaniel "fired" by NBC and the passing of Louis Gossett Jr and Joe Lieberman....enjoy. @whiskeycongres…

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TWiB: New Service Called Kentucky Bourbon Retreat, Hard Truth's Farmer’s Reserve, Woodford Reserve's $15,000 Derby Bottle 33:40

28d ago33:40

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It's This Week in Bourbon for March 29th 2024. A new service is launching dubbed the Kentucky Bourbon Retreat, Hard Truth Distilling Co. announced the introduction of Farmer’s Reserve, and Woodford Reserve drops a $15,000 bottle for the 150th Kentucky Derby. Show Notes: A new service is launching dubbed the Kentucky Bourbon Retreat Indiana has new …

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455 - Digging Into The Psychology of a Bourbon Hunter with Jim White of Reality Check 1:06:28

29d ago1:06:28

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Understanding how the bourbon geek thinks has been something that has dumbfounded us for years. We talk about it all the time on roundtables and other episodes where we try to guess why consumers purchase in certain ways. And for the longest time, you all have asked why don't we get someone on the show that can talk about the psychology of a bourbo…

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Ep. 253: A Day Late and a $ Short 45:26

30d ago45:26

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Photo by Susanne Jutzeler, suju-foto on Pexels.com Hello and thanks for listening to Wheeling Wine and Whiskey. We created this show for you, the listeners, and we sincerely appreciate each and every one of you. We would also like to wish you all a very joyous Easter and hopefully you are spending it with family and friends. We sure are! Sorry this…

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The Bourbon Show Pint Size #364 – Chris Gormley, aka “The Whiskey Hunter” 49:22

1M ago49:22

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Steve, Renee & Jeremy talk to musician, brand ambassador and whisky hunter Chris Gormley. The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Important Links: ABV Network Shop: https://shop.abvnetwork.com/ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kAJZQz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Check us out at: abvnetwor…

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Whiskey Quickie: Broken Barrel Honey Smoke Reserva American Whiskey Review 4:51

1M ago4:51

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Broken Barrel Honey Smoke Reserva American Whiskey. This 6 year old whiskey is 110 proof and $80 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this…

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Whiskey, Chaos, and Crawfish 41:24

1M ago41:24

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In this episode, our hosts Will and Greeze dive into a whirlwind of topics ranging from their TV show recommendations, humorous banter about fruit flies, and a detailed exploration of a select whiskey—Wilhite Reserve. Join them as they guide you through their latest sips, share some laughs, and discuss their local college team's chances at winning …

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Ask the Whisky Maker: Compass Box's James Saxon 54:54

1M ago54:54

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James Saxon took on the role as chief whisky maker for Compass Box following founder John Glaser’s sudden departure several weeks ago. It’s a journey that started with a Compass Box tasting Saxon organized as a student at the University of St. Andrews a decade ago. He’ll answer your questions about Compass Box in this week’s WhiskyCast In-Depth. In…

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Trump, Putin, Candace, Kate and Canada 1:05:41

1M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss Trump's financial issues, threats of a government shutdown, Russia, Candace Owens, Kate Middleton, car theft in Canada and sports....enjoy. @whiskeycongress on IG and XBy Whiskey Congress

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Top 5 Scotches as a Bourbon Drinker 29:40

1M ago29:40

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If you are a true whiskey enthusiast then you gotta have respect and love for scotches. Thought bourbon is my first love, I have found there are some incredible scotches out there. Which are my favorites as a bourbon lover? Here are my top 5 scotch whiskys for a bourbon head like myself. 🟧 PATREON - patreon.com/bourbonrealtalkplus 🟩 BOURBON REAL TA…

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TWiB: MGP Files Lawsuits Against Two Cities, More Partnerships in Golf Are Coming, Rabbit Hole Heretofore 39:53

1M ago39:53

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It's This Week in Bourbon for March 22nd 2024. MGP is getting ready to battle two cities in court, more partnerships in golf are coming from Elijah Craig and Blade & Bow, and Rabbit Hole released the newest member of its Distillery Series, Heretofore. Show Notes: MGP is getting ready to battle two cities in court Thieves got away with bourbon that …

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454 - The Evolving Trends of Bourbon Journalism with Maggie Kimberl 1:10:00

1M ago1:10:00

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Before there were Instagram and TikTok influencers, YouTubers, and even podcasters, there were writers. I'm not talking about bloggers. But esteemed authors and journalists who dug into a story and took it to magazines and other trade publications. The times have changed, our attention spans have gotten much shorter, and now running a story is much…

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The Bourbon Show Pint Size #363 – Lisa Wicker’s New Opportunity 22:03

1M ago22:03

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Steve, Renee & Jeremy discuss Lisa Wicker’s new role at Garrard County Distilling Co. in Lancaster, Kentucky. The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Important Links: ABV Network Shop: https://shop.abvnetwork.com/ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3kAJZQz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Check …

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Whiskey Quickie: Widow Jane Paradigm Rye Review 3:45

1M ago3:45

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Widow Jane Paradigm Rye. This non-age stated rye is 93 proof and $50 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers! DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest …

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Ep. 252: A King of the Hammers EMC Winner and a 1st Time 4400 Finisher

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3-Time King Randy Slawson and perennial favorite, Amber Turner join Chris and Jason on this episode of Wheeling Wine and Whiskey. Listen in as they continue with the popular KOH recaps. It is awesome to be able to let all the participants tell their individual stories of the challenges they face before, during and after the races on the lakebed. Ra…

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