Best Whiskey Biz Podcasts (2024)

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The Angel Has Landed 1:27:13

4d ago1:27:13

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Surprisingly, we have never done a full review of Angel's Envy Bourbon, but that changes today... An interesting pour for a port barrel aged bourbon that has a lot of flavor for it's low proof. Also, interestingly enough, the pricing on this bourbon has not really increased like the other Kentucky bourbons out there. Whiskey: Angel's Envy Bourbon P…

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Podcast FINALE and Next Chapter 10:06

4d ago10:06

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Send us a Text Message. It’s been three and a half years since I launched my first episode, deep in the COVID pandemic and at the helm of a California cider company. A lot has happened since then, I have talked to a lot of amazing people, and I have shared and learned a whole lot about being a female businesswoman in the alcohol industry. But now t…

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High West Cask Strength Bourbon 1:14:21

12d ago1:14:21

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Whiskey: High West Cask Strength Bourbon Price: $80 Proof: 115 Age: 4 years Whiskey Talk: Another true whiskey talk. We jump all around the place but start out talking about baseball. Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/TikTok/Twitch: @whiskeybizpodcask Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs16q1Q7hF0m8N3O1YY4gMw Patreon: www.…

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Black Market Rye 1:09:08

19d ago1:09:08

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Rob has been searching for this bottle for some time based on a review he heard online. Surprisingly, it is from a company not too far from us and he found it while out of town. With that being said, this rye is a 95% Rye that has a very unique palate and flavors we did not expect.... Whiskey: Black Market Rye Price: $40 Proof: 90 Age: 3 years Whis…

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Black Saddle 12 Year Bourbon 1:00:44

27d ago1:00:44

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We are a bit late to this one, but Victor gave Rob this bottle for Christmas and we have been meaning to review it. To take things a little further and clarify, Devo recommended this bottle to Victor to buy for Rob..... Well, this brings up some interesting banter in the podcast.... We hope you enjoy. Whiskey: Black Saddle 12 Year Bourbon Price: $6…

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Closing the Taproom Doors - How, When and What to Do with Tracy Gunn 59:36

1M ago59:36

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Send us a Text Message. Starting a business is tough, especially in the alcohol and hospitality industry. What’s more tough? Shutting it down. But how do you know if you even should? Tracy Gunn of Exitable says you should always have an exit strategy and an end goal. Join us as we walk through what that looks like and how she has lived it herself w…

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Bulleit 12 Year Rye 1:26:44

1M ago1:26:44

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As you all likely know, we have a special spot in our hearts for Bulleit, except the single malt (just a huge mistake). So, when we saw the 12 year Rye, we had to give it a shot. The only major change to this rye whiskey was over doubling the age. It is quite a smooth sipper with some good flavors, but does it hold up to the higher price tag than B…

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Athenaeum Double Barrel Bourbon Whisky 1:00:15

1M ago1:00:15

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Devo picked another "wonderful" whisky. This one aged in Cabernet Sauvignon wine barrels from Napa Valley, which is in California if you weren't sure. It is very wine forward with some interesting flavors in the mix. The big question is, "Is it Devo Pour approved"? Whiskey: Athenaeum Double Barrel Bourbon Whisky Price: $46 Proof: 90 Age: 2 year Whi…

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1785 Cider: Blazing a Modern Cider Trail in Germany with Wendy 45:32

2M ago45:32

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Send us a Text Message. Wendy LeBlanc cut her teeth in the tech industry in Seattle, learning data systems at Microsoft and elsewhere. But the call of cider drew her and her partner to the Black Forest of Germany to set up 1785 Cider company based out of his parent’s farmstead and orchard. She’s blazing a cider trail, slinging apples, and building …

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Cadee Distillery Bourbon and Deceptivus 1:13:44

2M ago1:13:44

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We have a double header this week with 2 different Cadee Distiller whiskeys, their bourbon whiskey and Deceptivus (bourbon aged in Portuguese Port barrels). We had never heard of this distillery, from Washington, before and it came in at an intriguing price point and with some awards to it's name. Is it worth the price? Whiskey: Cadee Bourbon Whisk…

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The Bottled in Bond Finals 1:14:59

2M ago1:14:59

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If you didn't listen to the prior 6 episodes, pause this one and start with the first bracket. It has been an interesting series with a few surprises along the way. We have Old Forester 1897 vs Heaven Hill BiB 7 Year. We may or may not give EHT Small batch another shot but who knows. We hope you enjoy. Whiskey Talk: Not much of a whiskey talk this …

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Heaven Hill Bottled in Bond vs EHT Small Batch 1:25:29

2M ago1:25:29

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The Final Semi-Final matchup is finally here. The most difficult decision we have had to make to date. These 2 whiskeys are among our highest rated whiskeys that we have reviewed and for good reason, they are solid. Listen in to see who makes it to the finals. Whiskey Talk: This is a surprise topic, you will have to listen to find out but I don't t…

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Old Forester 1897 vs Old Granddad Bonded 1:12:24

2M ago1:12:24

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We cannot believe this is our 5th bracket already. We are almost to the finals!! Who do you guys think will make it? Can OGD Bonded have it's second upset? Whiskey Talk: There have been a few beauty (anti-aging products) that use foreskin in the formula.... Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/TikTok/Twitch: @whiskeybizpodcask Youtube Chann…

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Is Your Taproom Website Working for You? with Kesley Gilbert-Kreiling 51:57

2M ago51:57

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered if your website is working well for you? There are specific things that the bar and restaurant industry need to make sure their online presence in their website is doing the best that it can to help their business. Kelsey Gilbert-Kreiling has built a community and a business around designing amazing websites an…

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The Final First Round BiB Bracket - Heaven Hill 7 Yr vs Kirkland Bottled in Bond 1:11:29

3M ago1:11:29

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This week we have an interesting one. We are still kicking ourselves in the ass for not pairing Kirkland BiB vs 1792 BiB but mistakes were made and we can only move forward. This week we have Heaven Hill a favorite to win it all up against Kirkland Bottled in Bond, a definite underdog in the bracket. Can Kirkland (aka 1792) upset the strong contend…

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Bottled in Bond Bracket Part 3 - Does price really matter? 1:34:30

3M ago1:34:30

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We have a special episode in store for you this week. Our patron, Kevin joins us for EH Taylor Small Batch vs Evan Williams Bottled in Bond. This is probably the biggest price gap between bottles, not necessarily at MSRP, but when looking at what most people can find the bottle for. Can Evan Williams BiB pull out the upset? What do you think? Whisk…

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Lodestar Whiskey: Building a Whiskey Brand for Women with Anna and Wendelin 46:38

3M ago46:38

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Send us a Text Message. Born with strong German roots, Anna and Wendelin came up through the entertainment industry in the US, following their passions for film and music. But over the years on the road they fell in love with whiskey. In 2023 they set their sights on building a new brand and a new beverage that builds a community around whiskey and…

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Could We Have our First Upset? 1:29:16

3M ago1:29:16

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This week we have our second Bottled in Bond Bracket with #4 1792 Bottled in Bond up against #5 Old Granddad Bonded. Could we have our first upset? Who do you think will win? Listen in to see who moves on. Don't forget to check out our TikTok page for the bracket. Whiskey Talk: Cruises, especially the Carnival issues with flooding and other issues …

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Battle of the Bonded - OF 1897 vs Early Times BiB 1:16:31

3M ago1:16:31

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The time is finally here, the bonded bracket has officially started. This first episode we have the #1 ranked BiB bottle vs the #8. Can Early Times BiB upset Old Forester 1897? Early times is a great value whiskey with good flavor for the price point and Old Forester is always a solid option. Listen in to find out who wins and don't forget to check…

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Dragon's Head Cider: Small and Fierce PNW Cider with Laura Cherry 45:03

3M ago45:03

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Send us a Text Message. Building a cidery and orchard from scratch on an Island in the Puget Sound in Washington State was a major career shift for Laura Cherry and her husband. Now in its 2nd decade, Dragon’s Head Cider has started true to its traditional english cider roots and added a taproom downtown this fall. Laura joins me to reflect on her …

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Just Like the Early Times 1:24:41

3M ago1:24:41

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Bottled in Bond is usually a great choice, but is it a good choice under $20? Early Times Bottled in Bond comes in right under that for a liter bottle. Yes, you heard us right, under $20. Whiskey: Early Times Bottled in Bond Price: $20 Proof: 100 Age: 4 Year Whiskey Talk: I never thought that we would talk so much about reality TV but this season o…

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Is this really a "Bikers" Whiskey? 1:04:49

4M ago1:04:49

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Rob is truly on fire with picks.... Another gem for this weeks episode. Easy Rider appears to be targeting the "bikers" but does it hit the spot or does it fall short. Whiskey: Easy Rider Bourbon Price: $27 Proof: 80 Age: 4 Year Whiskey Talk: A true whiskey talk, we start with soup and hit other items like dad jokes, asbestos and montezuma's reveng…

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Women's History Month - A History and a Commentary 19:22

4M ago19:22

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Send us a Text Message. Annually the US celebrates and recognizes the amazing achievements of women throughout history and in the present day. What started as a Day turned into a Week and finally in 1987 gained the designation of an entire Month - Women’s History Month. This March we jump into the humble beginnings of this idea and how it grew into…

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2 Reviews for the Price of 1 1:29:43

4M ago1:29:43

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What happens when Rob goes shopping for whiskeys for the episode and they put a non whiskey on the bourbon aisle? We review 2 bottles and make sure 1 is whiskey.... All jokes aside, we have 2 bottles for review and we hope we help you not make the same mistake that we did.... Whiskey: Casey Jones Double Barrel (Not whiskey) and Forty Nine Mile Bour…

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Rabbit Hole Heigold (Blue Label) 1:58:02

4M ago1:58:02

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This week we have a special guest, Sergio. You likely have heard him on with us before, but he recommended this bottle and wanted to join us to review it. This High Rye Boubon has a nice palate and is solid across the board. The tricky part with Rabbit Hole is they tend to have a higher price tag than a lot of other distilleries. Is it worth it? Wh…

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DC Brau: How to Make Beer for All! with Paulette 48:01

4M ago48:01

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Send us a Text Message. DC Brau has been a gold standard in craft beer in DC for more than a decade. During that time Paulette Palacios has moved up through the beer scene, learning all the ins and outs of beer buying and building a network within the industry. Today they head up the taproom for the DC Brau Brewery and are instrumental in supportin…

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Bulleit has a Single Malt? 1:04:01

4M ago1:04:01

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Well, we learned something new this week. Bulleit has a single malt whiskey and we (being primarily bourbon and rye lovers) do our best to review this. It definitely has a unique flavor that is different from what is usually expected from Bulleit. Whiskey: Bulleit Single Malt Price: $60 Proof: 90 Age: Not Disclosed but aged in new American Oak barr…

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The Architect - Was it Planned Out Well? 1:07:52

5M ago1:07:52

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It has been a while since we have reviewed a Penelope product. At one point, Penelope was one of the up and coming whiskey brands (they source, so not a distillery). Now, they are a fairly well known brand that can be fairly easily found throughout the US. The Architect is a bourbon aged with French oak staves which gives the whiskey unique flavor …

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Get Out and Lifescape with Monique Allen 48:20

5M ago48:20

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Send us a Text Message. Monique Allen has spent the last several decades in landscaping, building a thriving business, supporting a team, and recrafting their approach to the industry through the three pillars of planet, people, and profit. From her entrepreneurial experience she has also developed a program called lifescaping to help others build …

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The Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton Collab 1:44:57

5M ago1:44:57

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Well, if you follow any "Whiskey Influencers" on any social media platform, you likely have heard of the most recent whiskey from Buffalo Trace. Traveller Whiskey is a Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton collaboration that leads to an interesting whiskey. More suited for those newer into the whiskey scene, it produces a smooth sip favoring the sweete…

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The Overlooked Jack Daniels Rye 1:11:34

5M ago1:11:34

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What is up everyone? This episode finishes up our Under $20 January. We got lucky with these. They were all pretty good, at least relatively. Devo picked or final whiskey for this series and surprise surprise, it's a rye. Also, if you have followed along for a while, you probably would guess that Rob would not pick a Jack Daniels bottle. We hope yo…

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Sage Bird Ciderworks: Apple-achian Cider with Amberlee 47:00

5M ago47:00

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Send us a Text Message. Amberlee and her husband landed in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia for college and have now made their mark by launching the first cidery in town. Together they built a local network, organically grew a business during a pandemic, and now have a thriving space for cidermaking, the arts, and the community. She has built the…

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Wild Turkey Bourbon 1:10:12

5M ago1:10:12

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For the 3rd part of under $20 bottles, we have Wild Turkey Bourbon, the first well known one of this segment. If you've followed us for a while, you likely know that we enjoy Wild Turkey 101, but surprisingly, none of us have every had Wild Turkey Bourbon. The big question is, is it still good? Whiskey: Wild Turkey Bourbon Price: $18 Proof: 81 Age:…

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Jim Beam has a Black Label? 1:36:39

6M ago1:36:39

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Jim Beam Black label is under $20? It sure is. Finally an under $20 bottle from a well known distillery. Jim Beam Black is Extra Aged at around 6 years giving a nice change to the white label that we all know so well. Whiskey: Jim Beam Black - Extra Aged Price: $19 Proof: 86 Age: 6 Year Whiskey Talk: Is Bourbon the new Scotch for the higher ups? Li…

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Women and the Drinks Biz Podcast = A New Year and a New Name! 16:28

6M ago16:28

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Send us a Text Message. Here we are! A new year, and a new name for this podcast. I’m changing it up, cleaning it up, getting organized. As I jumped into a rebrand for this podcast, it brought me back to so many points of time along my cider business journey. So here’s why I felt I needed to shake things up and give this podcast a fresh start. But …

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Lonehand Bourbon 1:30:51

6M ago1:30:51

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Well, as we promised this month we are only going to review whiskeys that are sub-$20. Yeah, we know, not a great choice but here we go.... Whiskey: Lonehand Bourbon - Tennessee Whiskey Price: $15 Proof: 80 Age: 2 Year Whiskey Talk: The Epstein List and the new product from Whistlepig (not a whiskey). Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/Ti…

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What the F*** is This?!? 1:19:08

6M ago1:19:08

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Happy New Year!! We hope you and your families had a great ending to 2023 and look forward to what 2024 holds. With that being said, the whiskey for this week may have been the biggest disappointment to date. Whiskey: Basil Hayden Dark Rye Price: $45 Proof: 80 Age: 8 Year Whiskey Talk: Baseball cards have been quite popular as of late and Victor ha…

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The Notorious C923 1:24:36

6M ago1:24:36

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Merry Christmas. We hope you and your families have/had a very happy holidays. Well, now to the whiskey. The third batch of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof made some waves this year. Not only did the proof raise some eyebrows, but the age as well. Coming in at 13 years and over 130 proof it is quite the pour. Whiskey: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C923…

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Wine Country Women: A Voice for Women in Wine with Michelle Mandro 46:23

6M ago46:23

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Send us a Text Message. I talk a lot about the village in the cider world, and in beer, and in spirits. Michelle Mandro is building a network and a community within the wine world to support and highlight the work and successes of women across the wine industry. Wine Country Women has built a network, printed beautiful books featuring women in wine…

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Weller Full Proof 1:24:15

6M ago1:24:15

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Merry Christmas to you all. This was an exciting episode since this is probably the hardest to find bottles that we have reviewed. As many of you likely know, Weller, which comes out of the Buffalo Trace Distillery, is a very elusive bottle and if you are lucky enough to find one, it comes with a hefty price tag. Listen in to hear our thoughts and …

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Wait, does Lychee and Oolong Tea Go with Rye? 1:12:29

7M ago1:12:29

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This is an abnormal whiskey with a very unusual taste profile. Whistlepig has done some interesting collaborations which started with Big Papi and using maple bats in the aging process. However, this collaboration with the Alfa Romeo F1 team is quite different. They finished these bottles with Lychee and Oolong tea, but does it work? Whiskey: Whist…

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Organic Online Marketing is NOT HARD or SCARY! with Lauren Gaggioli 49:54

7M ago49:54

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Send us a Text Message. Building your organic marketing ecosystem. Say what?? Entrepreneurship takes a lot of work - building a product or service, constructing a business around it, securing sales, and marketing. So much marketing. And the website still reigns supreme as the gateway to your audience online. It must showcase your company culture an…

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We even have Turkey after Thanksgiving 1:25:03

7M ago1:25:03

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This week we review Wild Turkey 101 Rye. If you have been a listener for a while, you already know that Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon is one that we love as a mixer and is a good low cost sipper, but is the Rye just as good? Listen in to find out. Whiskey: Wild Turkey 101 Rye Price: $20-25 Proof: 101 Age: 4 Year Whiskey Talk: This is an older story but a…

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OF 1897 - Not that one.... 1:26:17

7M ago1:26:17

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We love Old Forester and there are a few bottles that we believe fly under the radar: 1870, 1897, 1910, and 1920. This week we review the 1897 which is their Bottled In Bond bourbon. Old Forester never ceases to disappoint us... Whiskey: Old Forester 1897 Price: $55 Proof: 100 (Bottled In Bond) Age: 4 Year Whiskey Talk: Comedian Matt Rife and his n…

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Hot Plate Brewing: Brewing in the Berkshires with Sarah 49:21

7M ago49:21

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Send us a Text Message. Sarah Real is a self-taught home brewer out of Brooklyn who, along with her husband, took the giant leap and founded a commercial brewery in the Berkshires in Massachusetts. She loves fermenting traditional beers but also highlighting the ingredients and pushing the flavor profile to construct new and interesting brews. She …

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Old Elk Blended Bourbon 1:20:10

7M ago1:20:10

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Did you know that Old Elk was started in 2013? No? We didn't either. It seems like they have been pretty popular for some time now. We guess that is what happens when you put out a quality product. Thank you for listening. We hope you enjoy!! Whiskey: Old Elk Blended Bourbon Price: $40-45 Proof: 88 Age: 5 Year (Blend of Souced Bourbon Topic: Rob ha…

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They Age Bourbon on Boats? 1:21:28

8M ago1:21:28

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Jefferson's Ocean is a whiskey that get's it's fair share of discussion in amongst whiskey drinkers. One of the most common things we have heard is whether or not it is worth the price or does aging it on the boat really help. We take a look at these 2 questions and give you our thoughts. Whiskey: Jefferson's Ocean Price: $85 Proof: 90 Age: At Sea …

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Our Failed Search for a Taproom 33:20

8M ago33:20

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Send us a Text Message. In 2017 when we were a couple years into South City Ciderworks we launched an effort to find a new location for a taproom/tasting room. We looked up the peninsula and down the peninsula. We looked at our own location and down in South Bay. So many places and so many letdowns. I’m stepping back in time to share our tale of sh…

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Jack Daniels Bottled in Bond Rye 1:30:44

8M ago1:30:44

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Is this the next whiskey of the year? Not likely but we can't rule it out since their bottled in bond bourbon managed to get it. Whiskey: Jack Daniels Bottled in Bond Rye Price: $35 Proof: 100 Age: 4 Years Topic: Private Sportscaster calls out WNBA saying that a boys high school basketball team of his choice could beat the WNBA Champions and offers…

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Evan Williams 1783 Small Batch 1:17:45

8M ago1:17:45

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Evan Williams is better known for their black label, bottled in bond, and single barrel, but how is the 1783 small batch. Coming in with a price tag under $20 makes it intriguing. Listen in to get our thoughts. Whiskey: Evan Williams 1783 Small Batch Bourbon Price: $18 Proof: 90 Age: 6 Years Topic: A new video emerged on social media of a guy who c…

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