Best Drew Hannush Podcasts (2024)

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Irish and American Infusion: A Trip to Minneapolis to find the Keeper's Heart at OS Distilling - Whisky Flight 35 36:38

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O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co. (Minneapolis, MN) WF0035 The Midwest Great Lakes Tour 2024 is winding down, but not before we hit a jewel of the Midwest, Minneapolis and the distillery that is bringing together Irish and American spirit traditions. The distillery is O'Shaughnessy the home of Keeper's Heart. I'll chat with former brewer, now lead disti…

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Clay Shwab: The True Story of the Man Behind George Dickel's Whisky 1:07:30

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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 Shwab that gets a mention during the historical breakdown on the tour. Did George ever own the Cascade Hollow distillery? And if he didn't who did? Plus, where did the slogan for their whisky "Mellow…

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Wisconsin Craft Original: The Growth and Evolution of 45th Parallel Distillery with Paul and Bob 35:10

16d ago35:10

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45th Parallel Distillery (New Richmond, WI) WF0034 After a short (recording) layoff, thanks a a hurricane power outage, I'm back to finish off the last three visits on my Midwest Great Lakes Tour 2024. Today, we're off to a distillery with great fan support in an area just a little off the beaten path. It's 45th Parallel, just about 50 minutes east…

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Mad Scientist: Stretching the Bounds of Flavor with Guy at Wisconsin's Lucky Guys Distillery - Whisky Flight 33 45:20

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Lucky Guys Distillery (Hudson, WI) Whisky Flight 33 The sign says it all "mad scientist at work." Join me as I arrive on the border of Wisconsin and Minnesota and chat about all things bitters (including how they're made), cocktails, white whiskey, and what charcoal filtering really does. I'll be chatting with Lucky Guys founder Guy Whitehead. And …

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Classy Spirits: Great Northern Distilling Embraces the Wisconsin Supper Club Vibe - Whisky Flight 32 49:32

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Great Northern Distilling (Stevens Point, WI) WF0032 Thanks to everyone taking part in our Instagram Craft Distillery Bracketology. Without you, I wouldn't have discovered so many great Wisconsin distilleries, including the one I'm visiting today in the heart of America's Dairyland, beer land, and now whiskey land. During our visit, we'll learn abo…

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One of a Kind: Michigan's Ethanology Is Breaking the Mold For What Spirits Can Be - Whisky Flight 31 53:09

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Ethanology Distillation (Elk Rapids, MI) WF0031 If you're into creativity and you love distilleries that push the boundaries, today's distillery has you covered. Nick and Geri Lefebre made gin and Bourbon, but they also make a pretty amazing spirit (2 ways) out of honey. Single malt and brandy fans might find this episode fascinating. Nick and I si…

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Making History: The Return of Rosen Rye to Michigan's South Manitou Island with Collin of Mammoth Distilling - Whisky Flight 30 41:14

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Mammoth Distilling Co (Bellaire, MI) WF0030 A big thank you to Mammoth for inviting me to South Manitou Island for the Rosen Rye project. What an amazing experience. You'll hear about some of it in this episode with my guest, farmer, brewer, and distiller Collin Gaudard. He'll talk about how Rosen Rye got to America, how popular it was, how it went…

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Cherry Farm to Glass: Embracing Michigan's Heritage in a Whiskey with Chris of Traverse City Whiskey Co - Whisky Flight 29 33:49

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Traverse City Whiskey Co (Traverse City, Michigan) WF0029 Way back in 2019 I was in my favorite Tennessee whiskey shop when I saw a bottle I'd heard about but hadn't seen in the wild. It was a bottle of XXX Traverse City Straight Bourbon Whiskey. I bought it and really enjoyed the flavor and the idea I was sipping something from the state I was bor…

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From Michigan's Craft Origins: Talking Early Days and Creative Spirits with Kent from Grand Traverse - Whisky Flight 28 37:41

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Grand Traverse Distillery (Traverse City, MI) WF0028 When I started this journey to Michigan, I have to say, I knew very little about the distilling history of my birth state. Come to find out, this modern craft boom might just be the very start of its reputation in the world of fine spirits. And one of the first to fire up a still was Kent Rabish.…

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Down a Dirt Road: Experiencing Michigan's First Modern Farm Distillery Iron Fish - Whisky Flight 27 32:58

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Iron Fish Distillery (Thompsonville, MI) WF0027 It's time to visit distillery 2 on my journey through the great distilleries of the Midwest. The one stands as Michigan's first post-Prohibition farm distillery. Here grain-to-glass can be seen first hand, after a drive down one of Michigan's patented easy driving dirt roads. Find out what makes this …

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Buggy Whips, Golf, and Whiskey: My Introduction to Michigan Spirits at Journeyman with Bill and Johanna - Whisky Flight 26 1:17:15

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Journeyman Distillery (Three Oaks, MI) WF0026 Welcome to the first episode of The Midwest Great Lakes Tour 2024! After a 692 mile drive from Greenville, SC, I arrived in Southwest Michigan ready to start a great 10+ distillery adventure through the Midwest. My first stop was perfect. After an extremely long drive, I felt right at home with the Midw…

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From Rebellion to Rye: See How a Love of History Comes Through at Liberty Pole Spirits - Whisky Flight 25 33:56

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Liberty Pole Spirits (Washington County, PA) WF0025 A historical rye, peated Bourbon, and tons of history - you know I'm there. Join me this week as I stop off at a distillery where turning your Alexander Hamilton painting upside down is considered the appropriate way to display it. It's time to meet Jim Hough and learn about his family based disti…

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Preserving History: From a 1753 Distillery to a Distililng Legend and Rescued Rye at Stoll & Wolfe - Whisky Flight 24 34:37

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Stoll & Wolfe Distillery (Lancaster County, PA) WF0024 Since I first heard the story of how Dick Stoll, formerly of Michters, and Erik Wolfe partnered to keep alive a Pennsylvania rye distilling tradition, I've wanted to have him on the show. Today it happens. We'll dig into the history of a local distillery with roots back to when the British and …

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Colorado Pilot: A Virtual Visit to Laws Whiskey House in Denver, Where It All Began - Whisky Flight 23 33:08

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Laws Whiskey House (Denver, Colorado) WF0023 Welcome to a special edition of Whiskey Lore's Whisky Flights. This is the "pilot" episode (no pun intended) that I recorded as a proof of concept back in the early summer, for this theater of the mind program surrounding trips to distilleries around the globe. This is a chance to hear my original ideas …

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From A 19th Century Mill: Ahascragh Distillery Achieves a First in Irish Whisky History - Whisky Flight 0022 36:46

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Ahascragh Distillery (Ahascragh, Ireland) WF0022 From the day I first saw them post on Instagram about their conversion of a 19th Century corn mill into a distillery, I've been waiting for a chance to see it and hear the story behind it. Well, in 2022, I stopped by, but the construction was still underway and the stills had not yet arrived. Today, …

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Powerscourt: Crafting Irish Whiskeys, Historic Food Pairings in Centuries Old Splender - Whisky Flight 21 34:56

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Powerscourt Distillery (Wicklow, Ireland) WF0021 It's time to jump across the Irish Sea to check out one of the most magnificent settings for a whiskey distillery. Join me as we head to the home of Fercullen Irish Whiskey at the Powerscourt Distillery on the edge of the Wicklow Mountains. We'll hear the origin story of the distillery, the history o…

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England's Best: Visiting the Distillery Voted the Best Visitor's Experience in the UK, The Cotswolds - Whisky Flight 20 34:42

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The Cotswolds Distillery (The Cotswolds, England) WF0020 Today, we head to the largest distillery in England by volume. A distillery you may or may not have heard of - but you soon will (especially since you're listening to this show). I sit down with the brand's Whisky Brand Ambassador Rob Patchett to talk about the evolution of the distillery, it…

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Peat and Peaks: Experiencing Flavor Exploration and History at England's White Peak Distillery - Whisky Flight 19 36:17

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White Peak Distillery (Ambergate, England) WF0019 Today, I head to the southern region of the Peaks District of England to enjoy some beer and whisky made from the same brewer's yeast - thanks to a partnership between White Peak Distillery and a local brewing neighbor. White Peak has a fascinating story (and they make a lightly peated whisky, which…

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A View From the Top: The UK's Highest in Elevation Distillery - The Forest - Whisky Flight 18 35:44

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The Forest Distillery (Cheshire, England) WF0018 Join me for a visit to a distillery rich with stories, a high elevation, and a fun story of distilling on the stove to finding markets around the world. I'll chat with co-founder Karl Bond about how he and his wife Lindsay got into the spirits making business, find out about their unique location on …

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Tweed and Drams: The Borders Distillery's Embrace of a Manufacturing Heritage - Whisky Flight 17 34:57

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The Borders Distillery (Hawick, Scotland) WF0017 Today's Whisky Flight adventure takes me back to the Borderland region of Scotland and England, where we meet John Fordyce, one of the founders of The Borders Distillery. Every distillery has a story and John relates how a town built on the textile industry became the perfect spot for making whisky i…

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Tasmanian Inspiration: The Unique Birth of the Cooper King Distillery in North Yorkshire - Whisky Flight 16 32:43

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Cooper King Distillery (North Yorkshire, England) WF0016 Join me today as I chat with Chris Jaume of Cooper King Distillery. Of all of the different ways you can get interested in building a distillery, Chris and his wife Abbie found one of the most unusual paths. They were inspired to make English whisky, not by traveling north to Scotland, but in…

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From Kings to Casks: Spirits and History Mix During Our Visit to Ad Gefrin Distillery and Museum - Whisky Flight 15 36:22

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Ad Gefrin Distillery and Museum (Wooler, England) WF0015 If you know me, you know I love history. And when I can find some history I know little about, I want to immerse myself in it. Well, on my virtual trip to England, I'm about to take you to a place that is very easy to get lost in. It's a distillery that is combined with a museum and an archeo…

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Science to Cocktails: Tenth Ward Spirits' "Boss Lady" Takes Us Into a Journey of Flavor - Whisky Flight 14 32:01

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Tenth Ward Spirits (Frederick, MD) WF0014 To say Maryland and Frederick in particular have been an eye-opener is an understatement. There is quite a vibrant distilling scene in the state and it's more than just a revival of the state's historic rye whiskey heritage. Today, I walk a few steps over from our last distillery experience to visit Monica …

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Exploring Frederick: McClintock Distilling's Passion for Organic Locally Sourced Rye and Reviving History - Whisky Flight 13 33:23

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McClintock Distilling (Frederick, MD) WF0013 Back during the early days of Maryland's distilling revival, Braeden Bumpers, co-founder of McClintock Distilling in Frederick, Maryland, and his business partner Tyler decided it was time to move out of the world of brewing and pursue their passion for whiskey. During my visit, Braeden will give us a se…

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Reviving Legend: Exploring Maryland's Rye Heritage Through the Stills of Sagamore Spirit - Whisky Flight 12 33:19

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Sagamore Spirit Distillery (Baltimore, MD) WF0012 It's time to head north (just short of the Mason Dixon Line) to Baltimore, Maryland, where we're about to explore a distillery that shows is pride in Maryland Rye by only producing that one spirit. Join me as we talk with Ryan Norwood, the Director of Operations at Sagamore Spirit Distillery and lea…

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Lowcountry Legends: Exploring the Unique Spirits and Community Mission of Burnt Church Distillery - Whisky Flight 11 32:29

4M ago32:29

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Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) WF0011 Time to head to the land of golf and beaches, right on the edge of Hilton Head Island. Let's explore the unique spirits being made at Burnt Church Distillery, learn about their mission to give back to their community, and get a feel for this beautiful facility and all it has to offer visitors. Plus I'll…

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Meet a Curiosity: Charleston's Woman Owned and Family Run Striped Pig Distillery - Whisky Flight 10 34:01

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The Striped Pig Distillery (Charleston, SC) WF0010 Time to visit my second distillery in Charleston on this trip - The Striped Pig. Winning honors as South Carolina Distillery of the Year, this woman-owned, family run distillery shows the power of having the employees being invested in the company's future. From distilling to the tour experience, t…

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Revolutionary Grains: Exploring Jimmy Red Corn and Charleston's High Wire Distillery - Whisky Flight 9 31:46

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High Wire Distillery (Charleston, SC) WF0009 This week, I'm back in my home state and taking a drive through Revolutionary War country on my way to one of my favorite U.S. cities, Charleston, SC. Not only is there a ton of history, but you'll also fine amazing food, music, and of course beaches. My host is High Wire Distilling's co-founder Scott Bl…

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Swan Neck Pot Stills and Old Cabins: Experiencing the Heritage and Craft of Leiper's Fork Distillery - Whisky Flight 8 31:58

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Leiper's Fork Distillery (Leiper's Fork, TN) WF0008 Today, let's dig into some history, as we travel to Leiper's Fork Distillery, just south of Nashville, and meet with founder Lee Kennedy. Lee is a fellow lover of history and he's done all he can to help bring some of Tennessee's heritage to his distillery - from the beautiful swan neck pot still …

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Whiskey, History, and Hills: Visiting a Tennessee Retreat Called Short Mountain Distillery - Whisky Flight 7 31:07

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Short Mountain Distillery (Cannon County, TN) WF0007 Imagine heading into the hills and taking in a 400-acre distillery property filled with relaxing activities, a restaurant, and of course a fun and informative distillery tour. That is the experience I had when I visited Short Mountain Distillery just over an hour east of Nashville. Let me introdu…

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Cocktails and Single Malt Headlines Our Visit to PostModern Distillery in Knoxville 32:50

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PostModern Spirits (Knoxville, TN) WF0006 Welcome to the reason I'm doing these whisky flights. Yes, I love history, but I also love seeing what craft distillers are doing around the globe. And one of the distilleries that made a big impression on me when I traveled through Tennessee was PostModern, thanks to a nice 3 hour chat with one of its foun…

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Visiting the Historic Castle-like Bourbon Distillery in the Heart of the Bluegrass Region 35:13

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Castle & Key Distillery (Woodford County, Kentucky) WF0005 This week our Whisky Flight takes us back across the Atlantic and down to Kentucky, the home of bluegrass, horses, Bourbon, and a unique castle shaped distillery that was the vision of a legendary Bourbon marketer and whiskey producer. Join me as I chat with Brett Connors of Castle & Key ab…

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Witnessing the Revival of a Scotch Whisky Legend During a Pre-Opening Tour of Rosebank 34:31

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Rosebank Distillery (Scotland, UK) WF0004 Way back in 2019, when I was traveling Scotland for the first time, I kept hearing the name Rosebank. For some reason, it didn't up my curiosity. But as 2021 turned to 2022, I found myself hearing the name more and more. So, when it came time to choose a distillery to focus on as I virtually take us around …

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Revisiting the Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky and Seeing It's Growth from Aqua Vitae to Whisky 28:41

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Lindores Abbey Distillery (Scotland, UK) WF0003 Join me as I fly into Edinburgh and make my way north to the Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky - Lindores Abbey. It's been a few years since I visited the distillery and back then, their spirits were still new to the world and had not aged the required 3 years to be considered whisky. But we took time t…

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Visiting Lebanon's Riachi Winery and Distillery to Learn What an 8th Generation Distiller Prizes 32:43

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Riachi Winery & Distillery (Mount Lebanon, Lebanon) WF0002 Wow, two completely different countries here on the first day of Whisky Flights - neither known for whisky - but both with craft distilleries that are working to define the flavors of their countries. As we began taking nominations for our Craft Distillery Bracketology on Whiskey Lore's Ins…

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Discovering South African Whisky on Our Very First Whisky Flight as We Visit Helden Distillery 31:39

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Helden Distillery (Parys, South Africa) WF0001 Happy World Whisky Day 2024! Today is the perfect day to release a brand new Whiskey Lore series called "Whiskey Lore's Whisky Flights." As usual, I, Drew Hannush, am expanding the boundaries of what a whisky podcast can be. For years I have traveled to distilleries in Scotland, Ireland, and the United…

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Finding Colorado's Grains of Distinction with Al Laws of Laws Whiskey House 1:25:04

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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 Laws Whiskey House spirits he had on his back shelf. He was a real fan. And that piqued my interest. So when I was traveling back from California on a major road trip, I made a quick stop into the Denver-base…

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Irish Whiskey Pt. 17: The Poitín Republic and a Visit to Baoilleach in Donegal 38:25

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In a rugged corner of Northern Ireland, the hills of Inishowen whisper tales of rebellion and moonlit mischief. We'll meet Patrick, a humble tailor thrust into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse with excise officers. Then learn about the defiant distillers of Inishowen use any means at their disposal to preserve their livelihood. Join me on a jour…

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The History of the American Still (Part 2) with Alan Bishop 47:59

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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 question must be asked, when did Kentucky move from pot stills and log stills to the modern column and thumper/doubler combination? We might be pretty close to an answer. It is time to move on to the late 19…

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Irish Whiskey Pt. 16: The Rise of the Poitín Wars Plus a Visit to Bushmills 43:17

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It's hard to imagine what the whiskey industry would look like today, if a certain excise man had succumbed to the wounds he received in Donegal in 1810. The early 19th century was a critical time for Irish whiskey. The Acts of Union had united the country with an empire and new markets were open for spirits. But growing pains were the rule of the …

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The History of the American Still with Alan Bishop 1:08:20

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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 this story. Yes, I do know modern stills and have seen them used on both sides of the Atlantic. But these big column stills are not what American whisky was originated on. And, in fact, some of those old st…

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The History and Future of Distilling in Washington State with Author Becky Garrison 1:28:45

7M ago1:28:45

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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 distilling in Washington state. We uncover the early days of the industry, its impact on Native American tribes, and how drinking culture evolved over time. From the origins of terms like 'hooch' and 'skid …

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Stories of Square Stills, Bootlegging, and Moonshine with A.J of Casey Jones Distillery 1:14:34

7M ago1:14:34

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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 people a taste of moonshine culture and spirits distilled in one of the most unique looking stills you'll ever see - the square coffin still. Enjoy my conversation with Arlon "AJ" Casey Jones of the C…

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Innovative Margie Samuels and the Evolution of Maker's Mark with Beth Buckner 51:05

8M ago51:05

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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 of Margie Samuels and her influence on the Maker's Mark bottle and brand. Then, we go step by step through all of the classic and new Maker's Mark expressions to build a complete picture of what the b…

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Whatever Happened to the Old Time Saloon? 26:46

8M ago26:46

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In a world where branding has become paramount in the promotion of people and products, certain brands have slipped from our vernacular, or have taken on new roles. Long ago, the saloon was much more than just the domain of cowboys and gunfighters in the Old West. But for some reason, the name disappeared. It's time to delve into the history of the…

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Counting Down Kentucky's Top 10 Historic Whiskey Brands with Jerry Daniels of Stone Fences Tours (Part 2) 1:06:32

8M ago1:06:32

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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 the bourbon industry. They explore the rich histories behind each brand, highlighting the people like E.H. Taylor, George Garvin Brown, J.B. Dant, and Paul Jones Jr., who shaped the bourbon world. Tun…

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Counting Down Kentucky's Top 10 Historic Whiskey Brands with Jerry Daniels of Stone Fences Tours 59:52

8M ago59:52

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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. Last time we got together, we had a countdown of our favorite Kentucky distillery tours - this week, we're going to fill your ears with history as we compare our own Top 10's of our favorite Kentucky wh…

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A Modern Drinking Glass Using Traditional Methods with Elliot Walker of Blowfish Glass and Iain Weir of Smokehead 39:54

9M ago39:54

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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 delve into the traditional techniques used to create the glass, including the intricate process of hand-blowing glass. We also explore the origins of Smokehead single malt whisky, highlighting its di…

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How Bourbon Shaped the Law and Vice Versa with Brian Haara 1:26:35

9M ago1:26:35

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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 America. We discuss Brian's interest in law and how he got involved in the bourbon industry. We also explore the challenges of researching old lawsuits and deciphering handwriting in old documents. I'll do …

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Talking Ghost Dogs, The Last Wolf of Scotland, and Scottish Highland Distiling with Duncan Bryden 54:28

9M ago54:28

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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 spectral animal that is said to haunt the village of Tomotin in the Scottish Highlands. I learned of the story while reading the back of a box of Tomatin's peated single malt Scotch and was curious to …

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