Best Bourbon Pursuit Podcasts (2024)

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486 - Turning the Wholesale Bourbon Marketplace Online with Rob Arnold of Barrel Hub 1:10:45

2h ago1:10:45

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If you have followed the progress of this show since the beginning, you can see the evolution of what we talk about. In the beginning it was about brands and Master Distillers, then when we started Pursuit Spirits we were introduced into the world of brokers and the middle layer of people who own barrels without brands. That information has made it…

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Whiskey Quickie: Old Forester The 117 Series Rum Cask Finish Bourbon Review 6:21

24h ago6:21

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Old Forester The 117 Series Rum Cask Finish Bourbon. This non-age stated whiskey is 95 proof and $65 MSRP (375ml). 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 produ…

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TWiB: Binnys Van Winkle 18 YR Sets Auction Record, Old Carter Goes Up For Auction, Baker's Limited High Rye Bourbon Release 47:29

5d ago47:29

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It's This Week in Bourbon for October 25th 2024. A new record breaking sale happend for a private Van Winkle bottling at auction, Old Carter and all its assets go up for auction, Baker's releases a limited edition high rye bourbon. Show Notes: Van Winkle 18 Year Special Reserve Bourbon Binnys Private Barrel Selection Highest Unicorn Auction Green R…

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485 - What's Life Like After A $215M Acquisition with Mike Paladini and Danny Polise of Penelope Bourbon 1:18:51

6d ago1:18:51

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We talk about Penelope a lot on the show because they are a prime example of how to differentiate yourself in the marketplace from a crowded shelf of bottles. Our first episode with Mike Paladini and Danny Polise was back on epsidoe 382. And now this time we catch up with them again but after they were acquired by MGP for $215M. We talk about life …

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Whiskey Quickie: Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Whiskey Batch #10 Review 5:21

8d ago5:21

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Whiskey Batch #10. This non-age stated whiskey is 120.6 proof and $70 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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TWiB: Whiskey Wash Relaunches As Shopping Platform, Woodford Reserve 2024 Master’s Collection, Keeneland and Maker’s Mark Greats of the Gate 37:54

12d ago37:54

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It's This Week in Bourbon for October 18th 2024. The Whiskey Wash relaunches as a price comparison site, Woodford Reserve releases the fall 2024 Master’s Collection release - Madeira Cask Finish, and Keeneland Race Course and Maker’s Mark unveiled Greats of the Gate. Show Notes: The Whiskey Wash relaunches as a price comparison site Log Still Disti…

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484 - Are Celebrity Whiskeys Finally Good? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #99 1:06:51

13d ago1:06:51

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Has celebrity whiskey turned a new page? In this edition of Bourbon Community Roundtable we start examining the world of celebrity once again. Previously disregarded amongst whiskey geeks, we now see the tide shifting where celevrities are beginning to put out some really great stuff. We discuss what makes a brand stick and how celebrities and can'…

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Whiskey Quickie: Bomberger's Declaration Bourbon (2024) Review 5:12

15d ago5:12

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bomberger's Declaration Bourbon (2024). This non-age stated whiskey is 108 proof and $120 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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TWiB: Bardstown Bourbon Finishes Their Expansion, Barrell Craft Spirits 20-Year Toasted Bourbon, The Return of King of Kentucky for 2024 58:50

19d ago58:50

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It's This Week in Bourbon for October 11th 2024. Bardstown Bourbon Co finished their latest expansion, Barrell Craft Spirits releases a 20-Year Toasted Single Barrel Bourbon, and the return of King of Knetucky for 2024. Show Notes: Alcohol in Space at Whiskey Thief Bardstown Boutbon Co finished their latest expansion Pappy Palooza Pass or Play by G…

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483 - What is Premium Bourbon? 55:34

20d ago55:34

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The term premium has shifted a lot over the years. In regards of whiskey, just a few short years ago, that term was defined as any bottle over $50. I think we can all agree that $50 seems to an entrypoint into the mid-tier these days. In this episode, Fred, Ryan and myself, we talk about what we believe to be premium with how the market and economi…

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Whiskey Quickie: Wyoming Whiskey Outryder Review 5:26

22d ago5:26

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Wyoming Whiskey Outryder (2024). This non-age stated whiskey is 100 proof and $85 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 i…

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Behind The Pursuit: The Easy Button Pt. 2 45:41

26d ago45:41

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Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand Ryan tackled these questions back on Episode 068, and with the feedback we got from listeners, we wanted to give Kenny an opportunity to chime in as well. Today's question comes from listener Richard C. Richard had a series of questions looming from the recent Bourbon Roundtable Live Q&A during…

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482 - The Distillery That Kept Waiting with Kyle Merklein of Ben Holladay 56:57

27d ago56:57

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Ben Holiday is making some serious waves and it's really great to see a non-kentucky distiller starting to turn some heads. So it felt like it was time to hear more from the brand that has become a new favorite among many. We invited their master distiller, Kyle Merklein to come on the show. We talk about the history of the distillery and their int…

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Whiskey Quickie: Rebel 10 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon Review 3:51

29d ago3:51

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Rebel 10 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon. This 10 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $100 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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TWiB: Wyoming Whiskey Names A New Master Blender, 2XO Releases the Sneakerhead Blend, Penelope Bourbon's Estate Collection 30:30

1M ago30:30

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It's This Week in Bourbon for September 27th 2024. Wyoming Whiskey has a new Master Blender, 2XO Releases the Sneakerhead Blend and Penelope Bourbon introduces its new Estate Collection Show Notes: Chicken Cock Whiskey joins the KDA Buffalo Trace Distiller for a Day Contest Brendan Cook is Wyoming Whiskey's new Master Blender True Story Bourbon and…

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481 - Investing In Bourbon Barrels with Jeremy Kasler and Sara Havens of CaskX 1:03:16

1M ago1:03:16

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As a listener of Bourbon Pursuit, you already know more than the average bourbon consumer that walks the aisles. We get into tons of different discussions that surround the whiskey industry and you've heard us talk about barrels that aren't owned by distilleries but sit on the books of brokers or middle-men. With the explosion of bourbon over the p…

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Whiskey Quickie: 15 STARS Three Kings Whiskey Review 4:53

1M ago4:53

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review 15 STARS Three Kings Whiskey. This 11 year old whiskey is 107 proof and $180 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…

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TWiB: Flaviar Acquires Speakeasy Company, Maker's Mark 2024 Cellar Aged, Jimmy Russell Celebrates his 70th Anniversary 1:00:10

1M ago1:00:10

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It's This Week in Bourbon for September 20th 2024. Flaviar has acquired competitor Speakeasy Company, Maker's Mark Releases its 2024 Cellar Aged and Wild Turkey master distiller Jimmy Russell celebrated his 70th anniversary with the company. Show Notes: Heaven Hill opens the Five Brothers Bar & Kitchen Flaviar has acquired competitor Speakeasy Comp…

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480 - Do Whiskey Festivals Show The Health of Bourbon? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #98 1:04:44

1M ago1:04:44

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On this Bourbon Community Roundtable, we discuss the latest that happened at Kentucky Bourbon Festival and how this could resurge and fuel the growth of bourbon. Show Notes: 00:00-Celebrating Milestones in Bourbon Podcasting 01:02-The State of Bourbon Festivals and Industry Health 04:56-Reflections on Regrets in Bourbon and Career Choices 09:59-The…

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Whiskey Quickie: Woodinville 8 Year Bourbon Review 5:41

1M ago5:41

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Woodinville 8 Year Bourbon Bourbon. This 8 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $140 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 i…

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Behind The Pursuit: The Easy Button 45:30

2M ago45:30

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Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand Today's question comes from listener Richard C. Richard had a series of questions looming from the recent Bourbon Roundtable Live Q&A during Pursuit Palooza, and we thought they'd made for a great episode for Ryan while Kenny was out. Kenny & Ryan used to joke that they should have gone the "ea…

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479 - Public Relations: The Not So Hidden Side of Bourbon with Dave Karraker of Raptor PR 1:15:39

2M ago1:15:39

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One thing I love about what we do in this show is that we continue to explore new and interesting angles of the bourbon world. And one that always gets overlooked is the role of public relations. All major corporations have contracts with PR firms where it's their responsibility to get eyeballs on every new release, get butts in seats at events, an…

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Whiskey Quickie: Four Roses 2024 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon Review 6:36

2M ago6:36

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Four Roses 2024 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon. This 12-20 year old bourbon is 108.2 proof and $225 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 …

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TWiB: The Kentucky Castle Will Be A $92.5M Distillery, Bardstown Bourbon Co. Has Two New Releases, Booker’s Bourbon The Reserves 32:20

2M ago32:20

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It's This Week in Bourbon for September 6th 2024. The Kentucky Castle will transform into a new $92.5 million distillery, Bardstown Bourbon Co. has two new releases, and the first innovation coming from Booker’s Bourbon since 2019 – Booker’s Bourbon ‘The Reserves’ Show Notes: 5th Annual Whisk(e)y Festival “Premier Drams” at Jack Rose The Kentucky C…

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478 - What Are New Bourbon Drinkers Thinking? with Justin Kingery and Brian Sekelsky 1:20:49

2M ago1:20:49

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I've been around bourbon as a more than a light bystander for more than a decade. We talk on the show all the time about how we got to know bourbon at a good time but today we get our reality check. I put a message out on a local facebook group in Louisville asking for anyone who has gotten into bourbon in less than a year to send me a message abou…

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Whiskey Quickie: Dancing Goat Distillery: Tommy's Malted Bangdog Blended Bourbon Review 4:48

2M ago4:48

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Dancing Goat Distillery Release 005: Tommy's Malted Bangdog Blended Bourbon. This 8 year old whiskey is 109.8 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 t…

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TWiB: Whiskey Thief Plans Location in NuLu, Alaska Allows DTC Shipping for Spirits, 18th Edition of the Parker’s Heritage Collection 43:02

2M ago43:02

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 30th 2024. Whiskey Thief is opening a new spot in NuLu, Alaska Senate Bill 9 goes into effect which allows direct to consumer shipping, Heaven Hill Distillery announced today the release of the 18th edition of the Parker’s Heritage Collection. Show Notes: Mash Maker’s Experience at Casey Jones Distillery Whiskey…

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477 - Creating Viral Bourbon Content with TJ Gamble of Brewzle 1:02:45

2M ago1:02:45

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In the past two years if you've found yourself scrolling on TikTok or YouTube Shorts, then I'm almost certain you've seen a video by the man that goes by Brewzle. TJ Gamble is the man that goes by Brewzle and he's been a media powerhouse. He's grown his following from just a few thousand subscribers to over a million across all his social channels.…

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Whiskey Quickie: BBC Collaborative Series Amrut Barrel Finished Whiskey Review 7:34

2M ago7:34

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review BBC Collaborative Series Amrut Barrel Finished Whiskey. This 8-14 year old whiskey is 110 proof and $160 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 …

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TWiB: American Whiskey Winning In The On-premise, New York Allows DTC Shipping for Spirits, Old Forester Announces Birthday Bourbon 39:29

2M ago39:29

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 23rd 2024. American whiskey is gaining market share in the US with the on-premise, New York signs into law direct to consumer shipping for spirits, and Old Forester announces birthday bourbon Show Notes: UK gets $101.8 revenue boost this thanks to Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour. CGA’s On Premise Measurement data h…

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476 - Which Fall Releases Are Always Good? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #97 1:15:01

2M ago1:15:01

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On this roundtable we talk about upcoming fall releases and which ones have always been consistently reliable while others seem to miss. Show Notes: Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) asks if Kenny is a steak, what would it be? What are the fall releases that always hit? Support this podcast on Patreon…

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Whiskey Quickie: Little Book Chapter 8 “Path Not Taken” Whiskey Review 5:20

2M ago5:20

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Little Book Chapter 8 “Path Not Taken”. This 4-18 year old whiskey is 118.2 proof and $160 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 revie…

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TWiB: KDA Joins The World Spirits Alliance, TikTok Allows Alcohol Advertising, Michter’s US1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon 25:45

2M ago25:45

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 16th 2024. Kentucky Distillers’ Association has been inducted into the prestigious World Spirits Alliance. Social media giant TikTok has quietly updated its advertising policy to allow alcohol adverts. Michter’s will is bringin back its US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon Show Notes: Castle & Key Distillery and G…

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475 - Will There Ever Be A Shortage of Dusty Bourbon? with Brad Bonds and Shannon C Smith of Revival Vintage Spirits 1:05:44

3M ago1:05:44

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One of those indulges that we find ourself in with this bourbon hobby is acquiring a few dusty bottles. And if you've never had a dusty bourbon before, then this episode will wet your appetite for one. There's so many aspects of it but can you imagine building a business off of a non-renewable resource like dusty bourbon? That's what we wanted to k…

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Whiskey Quickie: Russell's Reserve 15 Year Old Bourbon Review 5:00

3M ago5:00

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Russell's Reserve 15 Year Old Bourbon. This 15 year old bourbon is 117.2 proof and $250 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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TWiB: AB InBev Sells Master of Malt, Bourbon & Banter 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge, Woodinville Whiskey Co. 8 Year OId Bourbon 43:43

3M ago43:43

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 2nd 2024. AB InBev has sold Master of Malt, Bourbon & Banter will kick off National Bourbon Heritage Month with the 11th annual 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge, and Woodinville Whiskey Co. releases an 8 Year OId Bourbon. Show Notes: Mile High Spirits and World View send a barrel into the stratosphere Bourbon & Bant…

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474 - Why Don't European Whiskey Drinkers Care About Bourbon? with Henrik Brandt and Linus Jonsson 1:09:54

3M ago1:09:54

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A few months ago I came across an article on Vinepair that explained even though we are in the midst of a bourbon boom in American with everything feeling a modern day gold rush to collect every new bottle that comes out, it's the complete opposite in europe. Europeans aren't buying the bourbon boom. But why? To help dive into this, I figured we ma…

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Whiskey Quickie: Penelope Architect Build 10 Bourbon Review 4:55

3M ago4:55

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Penelope Architect Build 10. This non-age stated bourbon is 104 proof and $65 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 ou…

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TWiB: Tickets Are Almost Sold Out for KBF, Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition, Green River 1885 27:01

3M ago27:01

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It's This Week in Bourbon for August 2nd 2024. Tickets are almost sold out for Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition features 7-year and 17-year aged bourbons, and Green River 1885 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey goes after the on-premise. Show Notes: Tickets are almost sold out for KBF Whiskey House of Kentucky gets a $1…

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473 - Moments That Define Modern Bourbon History 1:12:47

3M ago1:12:47

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Bourbon has a rich history but if you're drinking bourbon right now, you're not doing it because you just found out that a new category like single barrel was created. There are many moments that have now defined modern bourbon culture that have exponentially grown the category in the past 20 years. In this episode, Ryan, Fred, and myself come with…

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Whiskey Quickie: Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Wheated Bourbon Review 4:28

3M ago4:28

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Wheated Bourbon. This 6 year old bourbon is 121 proof and $100 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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TWiB: A Judge Favors Home Distilling, Austriailians Are Labeling Whiskey as Bourbon, Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye 42:26

3M ago42:26

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It's This Week in Bourbon for July 26th 2024. A judge in texas agrees that you should be able to distill at home, Austrailia is under fire for labeling some whiskeys as bourbon, and Knob creek releases a bourbon and rye blend. Show Notes: A judge in texas agrees that you should be able to distill at home Australian distillers are misleading consume…

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472 - What Is Bourbon's Next Era? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #96 1:10:42

3M ago1:10:42

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On this roundtable we talk about an article published on Breaking Bourbon and talk about the next era of bourbon. Are finishes over? Is wood experimenting coming next? Or are we looking at beyond the big six? Show Notes: Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) talks about the types of glasses he uses to drink Are we done with finishes? Are …

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Whiskey Quickie: Heaven's Door Exploration Series 1 Bourbon Review 4:09

3M ago4:09

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven's Door Exploration Series 1. This 5 year old finished bourbon is 108 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 review…

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Behind The Pursuit: The History of Mellwood 49:37

3M ago49:37

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Subscribe to Behind The Pursuit: From Bourbon to Brand Our Pursuit Spirits Distillery here on Mellwood Ave sits on hallowed ground, being the original site of the Mellwood Distillery, and later, General Distillers Corporation of Kentucky. The Mellwood Distillery has a rich history dating back to 1865, and with the help of several folks in the indus…

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471 - Standing Out In A Crowded Market with Seth Benhaim of Broken Barrel 1:04:05

3M ago1:04:05

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Starting a whiskey company is no easy task. And making youself stand out from everyone else, it's even harder. There are a handful of companies that supply most of the bourbon we see on the shelves and many of us fall into the trap of buying based off the packaging. However, with this show, we're able to go and find brands who are finding new fans …

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Whiskey Quickie: World Whiskey Society 10 Year Straight Bourbon Finished in Port Casks Review 4:01

4M ago4:01

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review World Whiskey Society 10 Year Straight Bourbon Finished in Port Casks. This 10 year old bourbon is 102 proof and $165 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 spi…

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TWiB: Whiskey House Begins Operations, Hall of Fame To Induct 5 New Members, E. H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey 38:44

4M ago38:44

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It's This Week in Bourbon for July 12th 2024. Whiskey House of Kentucky begins operations, Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame will induct 5 new members, and Buffalo Trace Distillery announces Colonel E. H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey Show Notes: Bespoken Spirits joins The Kentucky Distillers’ Association Tequila Matchmaker founders raided by Co…

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470 - The Complete History and Mystique Behind Blanton's with Dominic Guglielmi, author of Warehouse H 1:06:24

4M ago1:06:24

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If you're a liquor store owner, there are 3 words you hate to hear, "Got any Blanton's?". For today's modern whiskey consumer, we know about the iconic bottle shape, the collectible letters, and there's a few different expressions. However, Blanton's played a critical role in the history of bourbon and there are a lot of super rare expressions you …

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Whiskey Quickie: Blackened x Rabbit Hole Bourbon Review 4:55

4M ago4:55

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On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Blackened x Rabbit Hole Bourbon Finished in Calvados Casks. This non-age stated whiskey is 106.59 proof and $150 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 p…

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