Episode 31: Whiskey Acres
On the episode we try the Whiskey Acres Bottled in Bond Bourbon Dan helped bottle a few weeks ago and a surprise taste test!
Episode 28: Peerless
In this weeks episode, the guys sip on Peerless and discuss what bourbon shenanigans they’ll get up to over the weekend.
Episode 30: Blaum Brothers
Next up on our Illinois Local Distillery Series: Blaum Brothers in Galena, IL.
Check out the new episode, out today to hear our thoughts on Blaum Brothers bourbon and rye and the pitfalls of visiting Galena, IL.
Episode 29: 40 Winks Double Barrel
This weeks episode not only is the first in our Illinois Local Distillery Series, but we also share our plans for the custom Bourbon Matters whiskey we’re producing with Barnstormer Distillery and try out their 40 Winks Barrel Proof Bourbon!
Episode 27: Mellow Corn
This week the guys try Mellow Corn, a Heaven Hill Bottle in Bond corn whiskey, and discuss Jake's horrible Blanton's debacle and Limp Bizkit.
4th of July Special: Resilient Bottled in Bond & 16 Year
Celebrating the 4th of July trying Resilient Bottled in Bond and Resilient 16 year and talking about the history of whisky in America. Check it out wherever you stream!
Episode 25: Dan’ Infinity Bottle
In our first official video episode, Dan and Jake invite Jenna Ray to sub in for Roberto as they try Dan's Infinity Bottle and discuss their weekend distillery visits to Whiskey Acres and Barnstormers.
Check it out on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts!
Episode 24: Jack Daniel’s Bonded
On this week’s episode, the guys open Jack Daniel's Bonded and talk about some big news in the world of Jack Daniel's.
Episode 23: Rabbit Hole Heigold
Today, the guys try Rabbit Hole Heigold, talk about the distillery, and try not to go “down a rabbit hole” with some news stories - including the world's largest bottle of whiskey!
Episode 22: Michter’s Small Batch US*1
The guys team up with Dick and Kurt from 4th Dram & Goal to discuss Chicago winters, Blackhawk's Jersey colors, Tom Brady replacing Joe Buck, and bourbon (of course). The group gives their notes on Michter's US-1 Small Batch Bourbon. You can find 4th Dram & Goal anywhere you listen to podcasts.
Episode 21: Ry3 Light Whiskey
The guys discuss Light Whiskey and try the Bourbon Thieves Ry3 14 year light whiskey barrel pick. Check it out wherever you listen!
Episode 20: Blackened Rye The Lightning
It’s the best when two favorites combine, like music and whiskey.
In episode 20 (20! How are we here already?), the guys talk Metallica and metal music as they try the new Rye the Lightning release from Blackened.
Tune in for tasting notes and to find out if you should add this bottle to your collection.
Episode 19: Penelope Toasted Barrel
Dan and Roberto are out of town this week, so #bourbonwife Jenna Ray stepped in with Jake to taste Penelope Toasted Series Illinois Select #3 Bourbon.
Episode 18: Castle & Key
The guys debate if Ewoks ruined Star Wars and try Castle & Key's Small Batch #2 Bourbon and Restoration Rye.
Episode 17: Kentucky Derby Special
The guys discuss the Kentucky Derby, Mint Juleps, and Derby fashion before tasting a well loved bottle of Roberto’s Woodford Reserve Master's Collection Batch Proof (2020 release).
Episode 16: Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye
The guys try Hard Truth's Sweet Mash Rye, explain what "sweet mash" means, and give an unsolicited Taco Bell advertisement.
Episode 15: Blue Run High Rye Bourbon
Feels good to be back in our usual groove! In this week’s episode, the guys taste the High Rye Bourbon offering from Blue Run 🦋and chat about a tasting event one of our local bourbon guys hosted.
Episode 14: Basil Hayden
This week the guys get back to basics with a smooth, easy going bourbon that everyone can enjoy: Basil Hayden!
Episode 12: 2022 March Dramness: Part 2
Our first blind taste bracket. Today, we tackle the right half.
Episode 13: 2022 March Dramness: Part 3 The Finale
Our first blind taste bracket. Today we are down to the final 4 bourbons and we crown our champion!