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The Official Podcast of Bourbon! The best in news, reviews and interviews with people making the bourbon whiskey industry happen. Join hosts Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick as they talk with prominent guests and provide insight on American whiskey 3 times a week. Catch all new episodes every Thursday with special Whiskey Quickie reviews on Tuesday and get caught up on bourbon news with This Week in Bourbon on Friday.
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The Bourbon Road is two Veterans sharing pours and good stories with interesting guests. Each week we sip on bourbon while talking with celebrities, musicians, chefs, authors, industry experts and everyone in between. If bourbon makes it better... or even the other way around, then we want to talk about it.
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This week Todd and Jim welcome Drew Hannush to the podcast to talk about his own podcast as well as his books that you can find everywhere. He is also releasing a new book this fall/winter which we are all excited to hear about. Listen in as we have a few pours with this geat storyteller. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbo…
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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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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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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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This week Jim and Todd break down this years Kentucky Bourbon Festival. In this episode we sample Jim's top 3 picks from the event and give you our winner. We aso share our thoughts on the event. What went well, and what could be improved next year. Hope you had a chance to attend... if not, there is always next year! Be sure to check out our priva…
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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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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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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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This week Jim and Todd celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month with a sample roundup featuring four whiskeys we have never had on the show before. In fact Jim has never tried any of them. Listen in as we surprise you with some very interesting pours and our opinions on them all. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a …
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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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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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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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This week Jim and Todd take one for the team as we taste through five Stagg (Stagg Jr) releases over a six year period. Listen in as we taste, score and discuss the world of Stagg and Buffalo Trace. Can you guess the winner? Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will b…
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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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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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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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This week Jim and Todd explore five whiskeys that are very deserving of a review. This is going to be great show with a couple of interesting surprises. Listen in for some great recommendations on bottles you should be on the lookout for. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving peop…
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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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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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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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This week Jim and Todd dive into four bottles of Bookers which released between 2016 and 2024. In this deeep dive we explore the varied profiles and great richness of the Booker's expression. Listen in to find out which release takes the prize. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon lovin…
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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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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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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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This week Todd todd invites his good friends Kelsey, Jeff and Durell from the Youtube Channel "Hello Again Whiskey Friends" for a few pours and some great discussions. Listen in as they talk about their favorite picks and distilleries of the year so far. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bou…
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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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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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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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This week Todd take Jim off-roading with some interesting pours... "not bourbon". Listen in as we stretch our palates a bit with some interesting whiskeys and non-whiskeys as well. Lots of fun! Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!…
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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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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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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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This week Jim and Todd taste through four years of releases of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof bourbons to choose their overall winner. Listen in as we pay homage to this tried and true staple in Kentucky barrel proof bourbons. You might be surpised how well the current release fairs. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies"…
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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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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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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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Jim and Todd hang out with Maile Hartsook from Brown Forman to talk about their commitment to sustainability from barrel to bottle. This is a great topic and something that is on everyone's mind. Join us for this informative session with one of the leaders in sustainability. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for…
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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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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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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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