Episodes

  • Heaven's Door Double Barrel and what Bob Dylan's Whiskey Really Tastes Like
    Nov 14 2024

    H and Dave enjoy a pour of Bob Dylan's Double Barrel or 'Revelation' Whiskey from Heaven's Door. They chat about some unique tasting notes and why this bottle can't be called a bourbon ... at least they guess that ... and then they guess about whether or not it's bottled in bond. All in all, you'll want to have a fact-checker standing by for this whole episode as none of it is guaranteed to be fact, but hopefully, you'll find this bottle and drink along with us and enjoy the flavours that Bob's team has put together.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Heaven's Door Whiskey 01:40 The Founder of Heaven's Door 04:40 Double Oaked vs Double Barrelled Terminology 06:04 Understanding Whiskey Terminology
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    10 mins
  • Maker's Mark BRT-02 and The Last Team Rotating The Barrels
    Nov 7 2024

    Hosts Dave and H almost empty their special bottle of BRT-02 that they picked up at the Makers Mark Distillery in 2022 and tell the story of the Maker's Mark Barrel Rotation Team (BRT). It's a special pour, and a fun opportunity to talk about barrel rotation and the way that the Maker's team are creating expressions with human stories like 2024's 'The Heart Release'.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Makers Mark and BRT02 Release 02:47 The Art of Barrel Rotation and Flavour Extraction 06:07 The Heart Release: Capturing Distillery Stories 09:00 Passion and Tradition in Bourbon Making
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    11 mins
  • Michter's Sour Mash with Dan McKee Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson Master of Maturation [Extended Episode]
    Oct 31 2024

    In a special extended episode, Dave and H are joined by Dan McKee the Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson Master of Maturation and COO of Michter's, for a pour of their Original Sour Mash Whiskey.

    Because of the time difference of the Australians, it's a nightcap, and for the Americans, it's a breakfast pour.

    They chat about the history of Michter's, the flavours of the Michter's Small Batch Sour Mash expression (not quite a bourbon, not quite a rye) and some of the magic that makes Michter's a truly unique whiskey.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Michter's and Special Guests 03:04 The History of Michter's Distillery 05:48 Quality and Consistency in their Whiskey Production 09:02 Roles of Master Distiller and Master of Maturation 11:47 Production Techniques that Define Michter's 15:08 The Importance of Barrel Aging and Water Chemistry 17:55 Access to Michter's in Australia

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    20 mins
  • Makers Mark 46 Cask Strength and what makes Cask Strength a Unique Pour
    Oct 24 2024

    Dave and H share a pour from a smaller-than-usual bottle of a Cask Strength Makers 46. They chat about the '46' expression and what makes the cask strength approach a fun and different way to try some of your favourites.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Makers 46 Cask Strength 02:54 Understanding Cask Strength Whiskey 05:50 The Unique Process of Makers Mark 09:13 The Influence of Wood and Staves in Whiskey Flavour
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    10 mins
  • Burton James Wheated Bourbon Single Barrel and the story of Burton James and the Moist County it comes from
    Oct 17 2024

    Dave and H discuss the intricacies of Burton James bourbon with its creator, Shawn McCormick. They explore the unique characteristics of the bourbon, including its ingredients and aging process, as well as the interesting backstory involving baseball cards linked to Shawn's great grandfather. The discussion also delves into the complexities of alcohol laws in Kentucky, the significance of non-chill filtering in bourbon production, and how listeners can their hands on a bottle.

    More info at:

    www.burtonjameswhiskey.com

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Burton James Bourbons 02:54 The Story Behind the Baseball Cards 06:03 Navigating Kentucky's Wet and Dry Countys 09:04 Understanding Non-Chill Filtering 11:24 How to get Burton James Bourbon
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    12 mins
  • Watch Hill Definitive Series 01 and The Most Incredible Bourbon Bar in the World
    Oct 10 2024

    Dave and H went to Watch Hill Proper looking for an amazing bourbon experience... and got they one. They also got a bottle of the very first release from the Watch Hill Proper Team, what might be the only bottle of this outside the US. Join them as they share their experience and share some reflections on how to have more fun with bourbon through blind flights.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Watch Hill Bourbon 03:00 Experience at Watch Hill Proper 05:52 Blind Tasting and Flavor Exploration 09:12 Reflections on Bourbon Appreciation and Blind Tasting at Home
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    10 mins
  • Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon and what Bottled in Bond Really Means
    Oct 3 2024

    H and Dave chat about what Bottled in Bond really means, why it's important, and what makes Kings County from NYC unique. They also share their experience in the unique distillery in Brooklyn's Navy Yards and a pretty incredible distillery tour.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to King's County Distillery 03:11 Understanding Bottled in Bond 06:12 The Distillation Process and Flavor Profiles 09:04 The History and Significance of Bourbon in America 10:00 Tour Experience at King's County Distillery
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    11 mins
  • Yellowstone Select | the Bourbon Named after a National Park
    Sep 26 2024

    While history has never been their strong suit, Dave and H explore the rich history and unique characteristics of Yellowstone Bourbon, produced by Limestone Branch Distillery. They discuss the distillery's origins, the Beam family's legacy in bourbon making, and their recent visit to the distillery, highlighting the personal touch and small-scale production that sets it apart. The conversation also touches on the historical context of bourbon production during Prohibition and the significance of Yellowstone National Park in the branding of the bourbon.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Yellowstone Bourbon 03:08 The History of Limestone Branch Distillery 06:04 The Legacy of the Beam Family 08:53 Touring the Distillery and Unique Experiences
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    11 mins