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.
S1 E440 · Wed, April 16, 2025
This week Jim and Todd welcome two Roadies, Doug and Jer to join us in celebrating red corn bourbons. We have four different red corn bourbons on, featuring Jimmy Red or Blood Bitcher varieties. Listen in as we taste and rank these four bourbons. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E439 · Thu, April 10, 2025
This week Jim and Todd walk through Jack Daniels 10, 12 and 14 yerar old releases. Also we have the BBC Cathedral Oak as well as Woodfords Chocolate Malt Redux. Listen in for a review session that will have you heading to your local Bourbon Bar. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E438 · Wed, April 02, 2025
This week Jim and Todd welcome Bobby DeMars of Blind Barrels. Blind Barrels is an exclusive blind whiskey tasting experience that features highly curated blind whiskey expressions. Listen in as we walk through one of their experiences and choose our favorite bottle. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E437 · Wed, March 26, 2025
Jim and Todd sit down with Diane Strong, Director of Bourbon on the Banks. We taste the Limestone Heritage Small Batch Bourbon as well as Buffalo Trace's Thomas H. Handy while discussing this years event on Frankfort. Listen in for all the details. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E436 · Wed, March 19, 2025
Jim and Todd welcome Jeffrey Wack from Hello Again Whiskey Friends Youtube channel. On this episode, Todd breaks out the big guns and we journey through the four most recent years of the Limited Edition releases from Four Roses. Listen in as we taste through these unicorns to find the best of the bunch. Also, a great mystery bonus pour in the second half! The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E435 · Wed, March 12, 2025
Jim and Todd travel to J. Mattingly 1845 in Frankfort Kentucky to craft a blended expression that speaks to our palates. Listen in as we take six very different barrels to craft an expression that represents our personal preferences. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E434 · Sat, March 08, 2025
Jim and Todd celebrate Bottled in Bond day with Drew Hannush, Best-selling Author, Whisky Historian, and World Whisky Ambassador. Join us as we drink through some pretty amazing whiskeys including a 1940's Old Crow Bonded. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E433 · Wed, February 26, 2025
Jim and Todd welcome Rob Carter and Amzie Wenning, and the four maltmigos embark on a journey to find exceptional American Single Malt whiskeys. Join us as we taste through 5 great examples and score four of them for the top spot. A fun episode you won't want to miss. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E432 · Wed, February 19, 2025
Jim and Todd host Wes Milligan from Bourbon BarrALZ (ENDALZ) to taste through a number of their barrel picks. A great cause dedicated to a cure for Alzheimers. List in and help the cause by picking up one of their great picks. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E431 · Wed, February 12, 2025
In this episode, Jim and Todd taste through four separate expressions from Jim Beam, Jack Daniels and Milam and Greene. The Jim Beam entry is very unusual. Listen in as we taste and rate these whiskeys. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E430 · Wed, February 05, 2025
In this episode, Jim and Todd hit the road and head out to Lancaster Kentucky, home of Garrard County Distilling Co. Listen in as we dive into the story of distillery and its brand All Nations. Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E429 · Wed, January 29, 2025
In this episode, Jim and Todd join with special guest Amzie Wenning. We dive into a very special Wild Turkey release and three different recent Jim Beam releases. You'll get a kick out of this one! Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E428 · Wed, January 22, 2025
Jim and Todd welcome back Rick and Ricky Johnson from 15 Stars. We're glad to have back two very good friends that always bring amazing whiskeys when they are able to join us. Listen in as we taste two of their best offerings and talk about what is to come. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E427 · Wed, January 15, 2025
Jim and Todd dive into five different blue corn bourbons and whiskeys to give you some clues as to which ones you should add to your bar. There may be a bourbon of the year in this batch of goodies. Listen in to find out! Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E426 · Wed, January 08, 2025
Jim and Todd put out the first review episode of 2025 and taste, rate and compare four new whiskeys. By the end of the show, you'll know our winner. Lots of fun and definitely one to check out. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E425 · Wed, January 01, 2025
Jim and Todd celebrate the New Year by ranking the top 6 bourbons of 2024. Listen in as we taste through and rank our favorites from last year. By the end of the show you will find out our 2024 Bourbon of the Year! Cheers to 2024, Happy New Year and much more to come in 2025. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E424 · Wed, December 25, 2024
Jim and Melody head down to Loretto Kentucky to enjoy a Christmas time stay at the Hill House Bed and Breakfast. We relax by the fire with Jim and Cheryl and a few pours of local bourbon. Listen in as we explore this historic and beautiful destination in the heart of bourbon country. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E423 · Wed, December 18, 2024
Jim and Todd welcome Mark Borchetta and Kiley Judge from Borchetta Bourbon and Big Machine Distillery. We try two great expressions from them which includes the AJ Foyt release of their Race Car Series. Definitely a must listen episode. Scott Borchetta even drops in for a bit to say hello. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E422 · Wed, December 11, 2024
Jim and Todd explore four different Discovery releases from Bardstown Bourbon Company. We taste each of releases 9-12 and announce our winner at the end of the show. Listen in to get your tips on which release you should be on the lookout for. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E421 · Wed, December 04, 2024
This Todd is joined by Adam Polonski of Lost Lantern Whiskey. On this episode, Todd and Adam drink through four separate expressions of the Single Cask Series of 10 year whiskeys. Listen in as Adam tells us all about the unique mission of Lost Lantern and how they have been executing with a passion since 2020. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E420 · Wed, November 27, 2024
Jim welcomes Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley from Brother's Bond Bourbon to the show. Ian and Paul, also known for their work together on the well known series "Vampire Diaries" talk about their spirit company Brothers Bond. They introduce Jim to their 7 Year Bonded Bourbon and their Regenerative Grain Bourbon on this episode. Listen in as the guys recount their time together on the set as well as their path to start this new brand. Thanks to our sponsors: Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast 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!
S1 E419 · Wed, November 20, 2024
This week Jim and Todd review 4 unicorn releases that will definitely get your attention. Listen in as we taste, talk and rate each of the pours against each other. A winner will rise to the top! 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!
S1 E418 · Wed, November 13, 2024
This week Jim opens up the Bourbon Road Bar as three Roadies descend on Bourbon Country. Our good friends from the south come bearing gifts from Chattanooga. They share their whiskey and their knowledge in this great get-together. Listen in as we sip, and talk and discuss all that matters in this world of whiskey. 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!
S1 E417 · Wed, November 06, 2024
This week Todd and Jim sit down with Jackie Zykan and three amazing Hidden Barn expressions that she has created along with Neeley Family Distillery. Listen in as she takes us through the barrel selection and blending process for these products. A great episode to be sure. 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!
S1 E416 · Wed, October 30, 2024
This week Todd and Jim sit down with Chris Walters from Nose Your Bourbon. We get a chance to have a close look at his bourbon nosing kit and taste through a number of good pours. Listen in to gain good info on nosing techniques and how to build your library of flavors/aromas. 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!
S1 E415 · Wed, October 23, 2024
This week Todd and Jim hang out in Jacob's Well with Norbert and Amzie to to recount the festival and all the great whiskeys. It was a blast this year, and thanks to all the Roadies who traveled to hang out at The Bourbon Road Bar. 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!
S1 E414 · Wed, October 16, 2024
This week Todd and Jim host Matt Simons with United Way and Jamar Mack of K.O.B.B.E. to talk about the "United Spirits Bourbon Fall Festival" in Louisville Kentucky. Join us this week as we taste some spectacular bourbons while we fill you in on all the details of this great fall event. https://metrounitedway.org/united-spirits/ 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!
S1 E413 · Wed, October 09, 2024
This week Todd and Jim welcome RJ Casey and Harold Underdown from Four Branches Bourbon to the show. We taste through their Founders Blend bourbon and discuss the great story behind the brand and its founders. Listen in for a great episode with this new distillery. 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!
S1 E412 · Wed, September 25, 2024
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 Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E411 · Wed, September 18, 2024
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 private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E410 · Wed, September 11, 2024
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 great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E409 · Wed, September 04, 2024
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 be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E408 · Wed, August 28, 2024
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 people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E407 · Thu, August 22, 2024
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 loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E406 · Wed, August 14, 2024
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 bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!01
S1 E405 · Wed, August 07, 2024
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!
S1 E404 · Wed, July 31, 2024
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" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E403 · Wed, July 24, 2024
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 a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
S1 E402 · Wed, July 17, 2024
Jim and Todd sit down with five new whiskeys to review. It has been too long since we had a big review show and now is the time. On this episode we take our time at The Bourbon Road Bar to taste and analyze some really fine whiskeys that you won't want to miss. There are some real stars in this show! 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!
S1 E401 · Thu, July 11, 2024
Jim heads to Colorado to catch up with Michael Myers at Distillery 291. In this episode, we focus on the Good Guy, Bad Guy and two exceptional Experimental whiskeys. A lot of fun and really great whiskeys on this Colorado road trip. 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!
S1 E400 · Wed, July 03, 2024
Jim celebrates a landmark episode by drinking through four unicorn pours with a good friend. He also announces his new co-host in this episode. Listen in for a great time and some really amazing pours. 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!
S1 E399 · Thu, June 27, 2024
Jim sits down with Bill McBrayer and Bill McBrayer Sr. to talk about their historic whiskey company McBrayer Legacy Spirits. They bring a couple of their finest expressions on this show and talk about the legacy of the McBrayer name and the history of whiskey in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Strap in for a great episode as we taste and talk. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E398 · Wed, June 19, 2024
Jim welcomes Tim Piersant, Founder and CEO of Chattanooga Whiskey to the show. Tim brings an incredible story along with two of his fine Tennessee High Malt Whiskey's. Listen in as Tim takes us through the startup story of this well respected distillery and their victory over the restrictive spirit laws that once governed Tennessee. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E397 · Wed, June 12, 2024
Jim welcomes Vienna Barger from Southern Distilling to the show. This week Vienna introduces us to their award winning Southern Star Paragon Bottled-in-Bond Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey and their Southern Star Double Rye, a blend of straight rye whiskeys. Both are exceptional and your gonna want to hear about them. Listen in to get the whole story. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E396 · Wed, June 05, 2024
Todd Ritter makes a trip to The Bourbon Road Bar to execute his plan to explore "old" bourbons. These bourbons (and ryes) are all exceptional and contain the word "old" in their name. We also discuss dozens of other whiskeys that also contain the word "old" in their name. Great show, lots of fun. Join us and have a blast! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E395 · Thu, May 23, 2024
Jim is joined by Diane Strong, Amzie Wenning and Todd Ritter for this year's Bourbon on the Banks preview. We drink through four different special whiskeys while discussing this years upcoming event. Be sure to tune in to catch the discount on event tickets. Hurry before they sell out again this year! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E394 · Wed, May 15, 2024
Jim spends some time with Danny Callaway (@DannyBardstown), VP of Product Development at Bardstown Bourbon Company. Together they explore the new Collaborative Series release Amrut which releases this Friday nationwide. Listen in as we taste and talk about this release and all things Bardstown Bourbon Company. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E393 · Wed, May 08, 2024
Jim joins Rob, Todd and Amzie in the Rare Eagle Bar for an exploration of American Single Malts. In this episode we each bring a bottle and discuss why this category of whiskey is on the rise. Listen and and be inspired to try these truly American malt whiskeys. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E392 · Wed, May 01, 2024
Jim sits down with Ryan Dewar of 10th Mountain Whiskey and Spirits Company. We talk about the great legacy of the 10th Mountain and the brave servicement that made up that division over the decades. We sip though three difference expressions including their bourbon, rye and amercan single malt whiskeys. Join us for a great time this week. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E391 · Wed, April 17, 2024
Jim heads down to the Louisville waterfront to join Shane McBride for some epic barbeque meats and select bourbons. In this episode we learn all about Pig Beach and their "World Champion" award winning BBQ. We also taste through a selection of their carefully selected bourbons. This is a must listen show... sorry in advance for a little bit of lip smackin' and finger lickin'. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E390 · Wed, April 10, 2024
Jim gets to hang with The Pretty Goods and sip on some Bulleit 10 Year Bourbon as well as their 12 Year Rye. The Pretty Goods is a great band out of central Kentucky who will be ushering in this years Bourbon on the Banks event by playing the launch party at Whiskey Thief Distilling. This is great show with some original songs and great whiskey. Check it out! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E389 · Wed, April 03, 2024
Jim hangs out with Ryan Lang, Owner and CEO of Middle West Spirits of Columbus Ohio. Ryan brings three of their core offerings to sample during this episode. Join in while we taste through the Middle West lineup and talk about the great expansion project underway at Middle West. There are some great whiskey things happening in Ohio these days! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E388 · Wed, March 27, 2024
Jim sits down with Barry Downing of Limestone Farms. Barry is the COO/Partner/Master Crafter & Blender at Limestone Farms. He brings with him three expressions from the Morgan Familiy Collection for today's show. Listen in while we taste throught these exclusive and exceptional pours. Cheers! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E387 · Thu, March 07, 2024
Jim hangs out with Alan Kennedy of Rememption Whiskey for an afternoon of sipping and chatting over a few great whiskeys. Listen in as Jim tastes through a few surprising expressions from Redemption that will have you running to your local liquor store. Lots of fun and a few surprises in this episode. Cheers! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E386 · Thu, February 29, 2024
Jim invites Rob Carter to The Bourbon Road Bar and Rob comes bearing gifts. In this episode we explore five malt rye whiskeys that will blow your mind. If you have not experience a malted rye, you should definitely listen in. We try products including Basil Hayden, New Riff, Old Maysville Club, ASW Resurgens and 291 All Rye in this episode. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E385 · Wed, February 21, 2024
Jim and Brian sit down with Troy Bolotnick from Filmland Spirits to sip through a couple of their highly acclaimed whiskeys. Troy dives in to the history and current success of the brand while hinting to some future endeavors that may be just down the road. Listen in for all the details. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E384 · Wed, February 14, 2024
Jim hosts Martha Dalton from Never Say Die to taste and talk about their very special bourbon whiiskey. Born in Kentucky and finished in London England, this whiskey is a true sipper with an exceptional story. Listen in to hear about this Kentucky bourbon that makes its way across and back to find a place on our bars here in the US. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E383 · Wed, February 07, 2024
Jim and Melody travel to Ohio to meet up with a fine group of Bourbon Roadies. This week we hange out with Doug, Mark, Rhett and their better halves. We drink through six different Ohio whiskeys while tasting some of the best Pizza northwest Ohio has to offer. Lots of laughs on this episode. Be sure not to miss it. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E382 · Wed, January 31, 2024
Jim sits down with best selling author Drew Hannush to discuss his latest book, "The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey". Drew is the Host of Whiskey Lore and author of three best selling books on whiskey. Listen in as Jim and Drew explore the history of Tennessee whiskey while sipping on some select Tennessee pours. A must listen for sure! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E381 · Wed, January 24, 2024
Jim hangs out in The Bourbon Road Bar with longtime friend and fellow Roadie, Todd Ritter. Todd breaks out the Hardin's Creek Campus Collection from James B Beam Distilling and the boys get to tasting. At 110 proof and 17 years of age, these four expressions are amazing to taste and compare. Be sure to check out this episode to find out our favorite from this collection. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E380 · Wed, January 17, 2024
Jim sits down with Jessica Martin from Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. They drink through a number of expressions including the new Eclipse Bourbon which celebrates this year's eclipse event that crosses nearby. Listen in to a great episode and some even better whiskey! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E379 · Wed, January 10, 2024
Jim spends the day with Stanton Holder from Pints and Barrels. We visit several distilleries in Lawrenceburg and Frankfort before returning to the Bourbon Road Bar. On the show we taste through a number of bottles that Stanton selected for the show. Listen in and enjoys this great episode. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E378 · Wed, January 03, 2024
Jim and Brian go head-to-head during this year's Rose Bowl and Sugar Bowl, Each picking Bourbons from their team's state. Listen in as we follow the games and drink the bourbons. Who will come out on top? A great time and a must listen! Join in the fun! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E377 · Wed, December 27, 2023
It is finally here, the 2023 Blind Bottle Challenge and announcement of this year's Bourbon of the Year! Listen in as Jim, Todd and Amzie each bring a single barrel bourbon to challenge each other in a blind taste off. Also, Jim announces this year's Bourbon of the Year pick. A great show with lots of fun and suspense. Happy New Year! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E376 · Wed, December 20, 2023
Jim hangs out at Rob Carter's Rare Eagle Bar. Together they review both the bourbon and rye from Still Austin. They discuss recent market trends in the whiskey industry. Rob opens up an 8 year and 15 year Dickel to taste while talking all things pizza. A fun and memorable episode. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E375 · Wed, December 13, 2023
Jim, Brian, Melody and Leslie join in the first annual Christmas Cocktail Edition for The Bourbon Road. This episode we enter into a head-to-head challenge for the best Christmas cocktail. Listen in as we drink and score the best of 2023 Christmas cocktails. Who will be the winner this year! Recipes will be shared. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E374 · Wed, November 29, 2023
Jim sits down with Dominic Guglielmi, author of "Warehouse H, The Story of Blanton's Bourbon". Jim and Dom sip on various expressions of Blanton's while exploring the book and talking about the amazing history of this brand. Dominic is a true Blanton's "Superfan" and has an huge amount of information to share about the brand and its history. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E373 · Thu, November 23, 2023
It's Thanksgiving... and what better way to get your gobble on than drinking though a few expressions of Wild Turkey. Join us today as Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter enjoy a few contemporary and dusty Turkey expressions while hanging out in the Corner Rickhouse. What is it you are thankful for this Thanksgiving season? Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E372 · Wed, November 15, 2023
For this Veteran's Day Special, Cole and April Bixler from Whiskey River return to the show. Their last appearance was back in episode 14. This amazing couple are not only musicians, they are Veterans as well as certified Bourbon Stewards. We have a great time drinking through a couple of patriotic bourbons while catching up. They also play a couple of songs... one of which is their new single "Two Party System". This is a great episode you will not want to miss. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E371 · Wed, November 08, 2023
This week, Jim hits the road and heads west to Iowa. He stops in at Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher Iowa for a visit with Head Distiller Murphy Quint. Murph walks Jim though a number of their expressions including bourbons, and some of the best American Single Malts we have had. Listen in to learn all about this Iowa distillery that outsells all Kentucky Bourbon distilleries in their state. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E370 · Wed, November 01, 2023
This week, Jim and Brian work through some samples. As a result, we have some amazing reviews and one super exciting revelation in store for you this week. Listen in to this great episode and get a few tips on what you may want to add to your bar. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E369 · Wed, October 25, 2023
This week, Jim sits down with Dave Sandlin, Founder and Proprietor of House of Commons. House of Commons is a wonderful Bourbon Bar in Frankfort Kentucky which is more of a Bourbon Library with a lot of knowledge and storytelling around the bottles they stock. Listen in as Jim and Dave taste through four great whiskeys, each with a story of it's own. Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels . 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!
S1 E368 · Wed, October 18, 2023
Jim is in Atlanta this week, just in time for the new Fiddler Chin Music Toasted Bourbon release from ASW Distillery. Jim sits down with Chad Ralston and tastes through their toasted lineup. We also revisit their Fiddler Georgia Heartwood Bourbon which was well recieved at this years Bourbon on the Banks event. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E367 · Wed, October 11, 2023
Jim and Brian take two wheat whiskeys and put them head to head in this episode. We try the Woodford Reserve and Bernheim Original Straight Wheat Whiskeys. If you haven't tried a wheat whiskey, we suggest you give it a shot. We also chat about the great time at this year's Bourbon on the Banks Festival in Frankfort. Thanks to all our listeners who showed up! Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E366 · Wed, October 04, 2023
Jim heads to Lawrenceburg Bourbon to revisit the barrel pick bottle for Bourbon on the Banks. We also taste to 10x Rye , the new Very Small Batch Bourbon as well as a surprising wheated rye that takes us completely by surprise. Make sure to join us in Frankort this weekend for Bourbon on the Banks. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E365 · Wed, September 27, 2023
Jim and Brian visit with Brandon O'Daniel, Distiller at Copper and Kings Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. On this episode we explore some amazing Kentucky Brandy's made right here in Louisville Kentucky. We also are among the first to taste and review the new Bourbon from Copper and Kings. Listen in to get the entire story about this amazing distillery based in Bourbon Country. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E364 · Wed, September 20, 2023
Jim and Brian wrap up this year's Kentucky Bourbon Festival. This episode highlights the whiskey and people of this year's event. We announce our best of show and hints for making the most of next year's event. Listen in for the scoop. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E363 · Wed, September 13, 2023
Jim and Brian discuss the upcoming festivals and bourbons to watch out for this season. Bourbon Heritage Month is upon us and it is time to celebrate. Get yourselves to Kentucky and let's have a blast. Listen in for all the details Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E362 · Wed, September 06, 2023
01Jim and Brian walk through a nimber of samples and find four great whiskeys to talk about this week. Don't miss this one and definitely hang arounds for the climax in the second half! Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E361 · Wed, August 30, 2023
Jim returns from a Colorado trip and he and Brian walk through five different Colorado whiskeys. Listen in as the boys taste through five of Colorado's best in class whiskeys. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E360 · Wed, August 23, 2023
Jim and Melody head to Nashville, Indiana to Hard Truth Distilling to hang out with Master Distiller Bryan Smith. Definitely listen in to learn about this destination distillery in beautiful Brown County Indiana. Lots to do here from tours to tastings, an ATV Get Lost experience, a Tiki Boat Tour and a huge restaurant. A great show and excellent time. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E359 · Wed, August 16, 2023
Jim heads to Frankfort Kentucky to sit down with Diane Strong, Director of Bourbon on the Banks and Amzie Wenning, President, Frankfort Bourbon Society. We taste through a nomber of interesting expressions while discussing this years event on Frankfort. Listen in for all the details. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E358 · Wed, August 09, 2023
Jim and Brian welcome Gregg Snyder to The Bourbon Road bar. Gregg is Master Distiller for Grain and Barrel and has joined us to drink some of his very own Chicken Cock whiskey. We get through 4 expressions on the show and learn all about the history of Chicken Cock. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E357 · Wed, August 02, 2023
Jim is on the road again this week and with Aaron Mullally at Bourbon 30 in Georgetown Kentucky. Listen in as we walk through five of their whiskeys and talk about their whiskey crafting process and philosophy on consistency on Bourbon 30, and purposeful inconsistency of their premium line. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E256 · Wed, July 26, 2023
Jim is on the road again this week and vists with Sam Rock of Bluegrass Distillers. This is an awesome episode as we visit with Sam at their new destination distilllery in Midway, Kentucky. Listen in as we hang out at their new home in Midway and talk about all the great things coming down the pike. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E355 · Wed, July 19, 2023
Jim hits the road and stops in at Dueling Grounds Distillery in Franklin, Kentucky. Great history and even better whiskey at this small distillery making wheated bourbon that will blow your mind! Listen in for all the details! Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E354 · Wed, July 12, 2023
Jim heads out to Franklin County to Whiskey Thief Distilling to take in the entire experience. This place is a must see if you are visiting the Bourbon Trail. Only minutes from Buffalo Trace, Wild Turkey and many other great stops. With Walter and his crew you will thief whiskey stright from the barrel for your tasting, and you can fill your own bottle. Listen in for a great episode. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E353 · Wed, July 05, 2023
Jim and Brian welcome "Chatty", better know as OpenAI as a guest on the show to discuss the future of bourbon. Join us as we drink a little Weller and talk with the leading Generative AI Models about the future of the Bourbon Industry. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E352 · Wed, June 28, 2023
Brian and Tyler put down an amazing episode while Jim recovers from his knee surgery. They sip on some pretty great bottles and give them a review. It's always great to have good friends that can come through for you in a pinch! Cheers! Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E351 · Wed, June 21, 2023
Jim, Rob and Steve hang out in Carter's Rare Eagle Bar to sip on a couple whiskeys and talk about Father's Day and what it means to be a Kentucky Gentleman (or Southern Gentleman). Listen in as we do our best to pay homage to great dads/gentlemen everywhere. Cheers! Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E350 · Wed, June 14, 2023
Jim sits down with George Koutsakis, Founder of Barrel Global. Listen in and learn how you can own a barrel of bourbon. We go over all the details while drinkings some whiskey from one of their partner distilleries. Cheers! Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E349 · Wed, June 07, 2023
Jim and Brian walk through a few choice selections for the Spring 2023 Craft Distillery Roundup. Listen in and maybe you get a hint on somthing that should be on your bar this spring. Cheers! Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E348 · Wed, May 31, 2023
Jim and Brian do a porch session with three great single barrel barrel picks. Listen in as they taste through three barrel pics and talk about the explosion of barrel select programs everywhere. Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E347 · Wed, May 24, 2023
Jim and Melody travel to Nashville to attend this years Tennessee Whiskey Trail Experience. Listen in as Jim and Brian sip on some very good Tennessee whiskeys. During the show, Jim recounts the event in Nashville and talks about some upcomin episodes. The Tennessee Whiskey Trail Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E346 · Wed, May 17, 2023
Jim sits down with Jason Brauner, Co-founder of Buzzard's Roost. Along with Judy Hollis Jones, they started a premium brand in Louisville Kentucky that now has a home on Whiskey Row in downtown Louisville. Listen in as Jim and Jason Talk through a couple of their Char #1 releases while enjoying the outside dining area at Bourbon's Bistro in Louisville. Buzzard's Roost Bourbon's Bistro Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E345 · Wed, May 10, 2023
Jim and Brian invite the Co-Founders of 15 Stars Fine Aged Bourbon for a session in the Bourbon Road Bar with five of their bottles. Listen in as Rick and Ricky walk us through their lineup. Spoiler alert... we may have identified a serious contender (or two) for our 2023 "Bourbon of the Year". Listen in as we dive deep into their fine whiskey. 15 Star Thank you to our sponsor, Blanton's Bourbon Shop . 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!
S1 E344 · Wed, May 03, 2023
Jim and Brian hold up in the Bourbon Road Bar with a few bottles. This week it is Wolcott from Barton 1792, Penelope, and Weller Special Reserve. Listen in as they walk through these bottles and introduce their new sponsor... Blanton's Bourbon Shop. Blanton's Bourbon Shop 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!
S1 E343 · Wed, April 26, 2023
Jim plugs in Joe Clark for some original Bourbon Country Music while sipping on some Cooper's Craft 100 proof bourbon. Listen in while Joe lays down some of his latest while geting real about life's struggles and how to be a man when life gets tough. https://joeclarkofficial.com/ 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!
S1 E342 · Wed, April 19, 2023
Jim and Brian hang out with Charity Toombs, Executive Director of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail and drink from 5 bottles of fine Tennesse Whiskey. On this episode we get a first hand introduction to the Tennesse Whiskey Guild and Whiskey Trail and all things happening in 2023. Definitely listen in and plan on attending the Tennessee Whiskey Trail Experience the week preceeding International Tennessee Whiskey Day on May 21st , 2023. https://www.tnwhiskeytrail.com/ 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!
S1 E341 · Thu, April 13, 2023
Jim and Brian tackle four different bourbon tasting and reviews during this episode. They discuss the mass shooting on Main Street in Louisville and discuss some exciting news on the episode this week . Listen in and don't miss a thing! https://thebourbonroad.com 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!
S1 E340 · Wed, April 05, 2023
Jim and Brian belly up to The Bourbon Road Bar and welcome Barry Brinegar from RD1 Spirits out of Lexington Kentucky. Barry is an old friend and also Co-Founder of RD1 Spirits. Listen in as Barry walks us through five of his whiskeys and tells the story of RD1 and gives us a little glimpse into the future as well. https://rd1spirits.com/ 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!
S1 E339 · Wed, March 29, 2023
Jim and Melody hit the road and stop at ASW Distillery in Atlanta Georgia. This is the 3rd stop in their Southern Whiskey Tour, and happy to be visiting our good friends at ASW to sample five of thier finest whiskeys. Listen in as Chad and Whit walk us through everything happening at ASW. https://www.aswdistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E338 · Wed, March 22, 2023
We hang out with our friend Rob Robinson to drink some great whiskey and listen to some great music. Listen in as we taste through some Blackened Wes Henderson and a Heavens Door Barrel Proof store pick. Rob plays some great songs and recounts his days in the music industry with Blackfoot and Lynyrd Skynyrd. We have some great fun! Join us. The Bourbon Roadies: The Roadies 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!
S1 E337 · Wed, March 15, 2023
These guys have won more awards than you can imagine. Definitely listen in as we travel to Georgia to visit the Legends Distillery to taste through their lineup. We also explore their technology that allows them to put together some of the tastiest bourbons around. This is a must listen for sure! https://www.spiritsusa.com/ 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!
S1 E336 · Wed, March 08, 2023
We welcome back Michael Myers from Colorado's Distillery 291. Their whiskey is getting a lot of attention lately and that's why we needed to get an update and see what's been going on. Listen in as we drink through 4 amazing whiskeys, one of which is a 142 proof five year single malt. Amazing!! Do not miss this! https://distillery291.com/ 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!
S1 E335 · Wed, March 01, 2023
This week Jim and Brian visit the dungeon with Rosa Hart of The Lou Review podcast and Louisville area food influencer @loufoodreviews. Be sure to listen in as Rosa takes us on her journey to eat her way along The Bourbon Trail! We drink some Green RIver Bourbon and a very Nice Angels Envy single barrel pick. Ohh, and a tremendous multi-color gin cocktail with glitter. https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E334 · Wed, February 22, 2023
This week Jim and Brian sit down with Greg Keeley from Lawrenceburg Bourbon Company to discuss what it takes to start a new Bourbon Distillery operation. Lucky for us he has single barrel bourbons and ryes that were recently released that we get to taste on the show. Listen in for a great story and some even better whiskey. Check out Lawrenceburg Bourbon at: https://lawrenceburgbourbon.com/ 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!
S1 E333 · Wed, February 15, 2023
This week Jim and Brian take a second look at R6 Distillery's Bourbon and Rye. It has been a while since we tasted this one and we like to see how they have progressed in the time since our last episode. We have seen some distilleries make amazing progress as their stocks age and taking a second look at a product can be very rewarding. Listen in to see where we stand after a little time away from this bourbon and rye. Check out R6 Distillery at: https://r6distillery.com/ 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!
S1 E332 · Wed, February 08, 2023
Bo Garrett (firebirdbo) visits the Bourbon Road Bar to sip on a little whiskey while picking some tunes on his custom made "gobble box". Listen in while the former lead guitarist for Montgomery Gentry and current Wild Turkey Brand Builder takes us on a ride down The Bourbon Road! The Bourbon Roadies: The Roadies 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!
S1 E331 · Wed, February 01, 2023
Jim & Brian hit the Bourbon Road in this week's episode to Old Carter Whiskey Co. in downtown Louisville, KY. We sit down with Mark & Sherri Carter as they graciously host us in their beautiful venue - it'a true whiskey lover's paradise. Listen in as we taste through a special line-up that was hand selected by The Carter's themselves! Discover the passion that goes into making everything that they do. Old Carter Social Club : https://members.oldcarterwhiskeyco.com/ 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!
S1 E330 · Wed, January 25, 2023
We keep shouting it out whenever we get the chance. Still, some people think that Wild Turkey is for the bad boys and college students and it is meant for partying. Hopefully this episode will set people right in their thinking. Wild Turkey makes some great whiskey! We have 4 reasons you need to hear. https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E329 · Wed, January 18, 2023
Dozens, if not hundreds, of new whiskey & bourbon releases were unveiled in 2022, but what is in store for 2023? In this week's episode Jim, Brian, and Tyler crack open and discuss five 2023 whiskey releases. We dive into these whiskeys headfirst, and offer our raw, honest opinions about what each pour brings to the table. Listen in as we explore: The Wiseman Bourbon Whiskey & The Wiseman Rye Whiskey (both from Kentucky Owl), 15 Stars Fine Aged Bourbon 7&15 Year Private Stock, Olk Elk Infinity Blend, Larceny Barrel Proof A123. https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E328 · Wed, January 11, 2023
This week's episode features three of our absolute favorite things: beaches, bourbon and Bourbon Roadies! Coming to you from beautiful Punta Cana. https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E327 · Wed, January 04, 2023
For our first episode 0f 2023 we bring you another of our popular New Years Blind Bottle Share contests. This year it is American made whiskeys (Bourbons, Ryes, Malts or any American Whiskey)... they must be barrel strength and they are allowed to be finished if you like. Check out this episode to find out how brings home the title this year as we open the contest to finished whiskeys. A must listen! https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E326 · Wed, December 28, 2022
It is always great to drink a few pours Seth Benhaim. Seth is the Founder and Barrel Breaker at Broken Barrel Whiskey Company of Los Angeles, California. Listen in as we try some new and limited edition expressions he and his team have crafted. https://www.brokenbarrelwhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E325 · Wed, December 21, 2022
We welcome our new Producer/Media Director Tyler Wilson. Tyler is a bourbon & whiskey lover, a digital content creator, and very excited to be a member of The Bourbon Road team. We sample and discuss five of his favorite bourbons, at five different proofs! https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E324 · Wed, December 14, 2022
Jim hangs out with Jason Callori of the Mash and Drum YouTube channel. They discuss the most surprising whiskeys of 2022. Listen in as each of them go through their list while tasting a pour of each. There are definitely some interesting surprises in this show. https://www.youtube.com/@TheMashandDrum 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!
S1 E323 · Wed, December 07, 2022
Jim and Brian lay down an EP (extended play) episode with David "DJ" Jennings, RareBird101 and author of "American Spirit" and "Wild Turkey Musings". This is one episode you are not going to want to miss. David is real, raw and dedicated to the WIld Turkey Brand. He has a wealth of knowledge and some great whiskey anecdotes that will interest you for sure. Listen in as we deep dive Wild Turkey in this longer than normal, but deeply interesting episode. https://rarebird101.com/ 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!
S1 E322 · Wed, November 30, 2022
Jim and Brian have a great jam session with Lee Tatum of Innerstave. These guys are disrupting the world of oak and barrel finishing. Definitely listen in and find out more about their technology. In this episode we finish a whiskey with their product and do a taste comparison on the show live! https://innerstave.com/ 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!
S1 E321 · Wed, November 23, 2022
Jim and Brian sit down with Joyce and Autumn Nethery to explore their ground to glass distillery in Shelby County Kentucky. Listen in as we taste though a number of their expressions and disect their unique flavor profile. https://jepthacreed.com/ 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!
S1 E320 · Wed, November 16, 2022
We all wish Mike fair winds and following seas as he and Viv head out on their new adventure in Texas! But, we all know the show must go on... so we welcome our new Co-Host Brian Hyatt (spelled differently). Brian is an old friend, long time listener, previous guest and a great addition to The Bourbon Road team. We hope you'll welcome him with open arms as you listen to this episode and introduction of my good friend and new Co-Host! https://thebourbonroad.com 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!
S1 E319 · Wed, November 09, 2022
Jim and Mike break some crazy big news. Exciting, and at the same time... a little sad. But never-the-less this is life and it's all good. Join us as we embrace the change and make something good from it. Cheers to our veterans and the sacrifice they made. Thank a Vet on this Veterans Day. https://www.facebook.com/thebourbonroad 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!
S1 E318 · Mon, November 07, 2022
Jim and Mike gather round a bottle of the Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Batch 005 weighing in at 116 proof. Listen in as we taste it, talk about it and tell you whether or not we think you should add this one to your bar. https://hardtruthdistilling.com/spirits/sweet-mash-rye-whiskey/ 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!
S1 E317 · Wed, November 02, 2022
Jim and Mike walk through the years with the extra aged Calumet Farm Bourbon Whiskey. Listen in as we discuss the finer points of barrel aging and its effects on the whiskey. Can it get over aged? Too oakey? Or, does more time give you better whiskey. Check it out! https://www.calumetbourbon.com/ 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!
S1 E316 · Mon, October 31, 2022
Jim and Mike spend Halloween reviewing Filmlands Moonlight Mahem Extended Cut. What a great time to drink a whiskey with a Werewolf on the lable! This 115 proof whiskey fits the bill for this Halloween episode on The Bourbon Road. https://www.filmlandspirits.com/moonlight-mayhem-extended-cut 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!
S1 E315 · Wed, October 26, 2022
Mike travels to the Neat Bourbon Bar and Bottle Shop in Louisville Kentucky to sit down with Troy Bolotnick from Filmland Spirits. They taste through the various expressions from Filmland and discuss the brand's ties to the film industry. Listen in as the conversation blossoms and they drink through some mighty fine whiskeys. https://www.filmlandspirits.com/ 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!
S1 E314 · Mon, October 24, 2022
Jim and guest co-host Adam Boothby review the Michter's Small Batch US1 Bourbon. A great bottle from a distillery doing great things. They firmly follow the "cost be damned" approach is making whiskey. Listen in and you might figure out the next bottle to add to your bar. https://michters.com/ 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!
S1 E313 · Wed, October 19, 2022
Jim and Mike travel to the Nulu section of Louisville Kentucky to visit our good friends at Goodwood Brewing on Main Street. This week we sample their barrel aged bourbon and a little bit of well crafted beer while hanging out at their establishment in downtown Louisville. Listen in as we break down these wonderful bourbons by one of Louisville's top craft breweries. https://goodwoodbrewing.com/ 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!
S1 E312 · Mon, October 17, 2022
Jim and Mike invite in another Texas craft distiller for a proper Monday review. This weel we have Devil's River Distiller's Select Bourbon at 120 proof. This expression gets our attention with the deep rich color and higher proof from the previous expression we had on the show. Listen in for a detailed review. https://devilsriverwhiskey.com/the-whiskey/distillers-select/ 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!
S1 E311 · Wed, October 12, 2022
Mike sits down with Clay Risen, New York Times Journalist and author of Bourbon: The Story of Kentucky Whiskey. Mike and Clay sip through several whiskies while discussing his books and the world of Kentucky Whiskey. https://www.clayrisen.com/ 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!
S1 E310 · Mon, October 10, 2022
Jim and Mike try another expression of the aging Calumet Farm Bourbon. This time the whiskey has added another year and sports the age statement of 16 years. We will taste through this one and give you our opinion on how it has progressed. https://www.calumetbourbon.com/ 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!
S1 E309 · Wed, October 05, 2022
Jim and Mike recap the 2022 Bourbon on the Banks event with our OG Bourbon Bullshitters Adman Boothby and Drew Allen. Listen in as we shake down the weekend and give you all the details of this year's event. If you didn't make it this year, start planning for 2023. Now is the time!!! https://bourbononthebanks.org 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!
S1 E308 · Mon, October 03, 2022
Jim and Mike sit down with a bottle of the new Willet Wheated Eight Year Bourbon for a detailed review. Thanks to Adam Boothby who gifted this Bottle to Big Chief for his 49th Birthday. Listen in as we dive into the purple top to give you all the details. https://www.kentuckybourbonwhiskey.com/the-whiskeys/willett-wheated-8-year-bourbon/ 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!
S1 E307 · Wed, September 28, 2022
Listen in as Mike sits down with farmer, small business owner and longtime Roadie Kevin Holy. In this episode we talk about bourbon barrel aged maple syrup while sipping on some great whiskey. Kevin is an entrepreneur, small business owner and bourbon connoisseur! https://seldomseenmaple.com/ 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!
S1 E306 · Mon, September 26, 2022
Jim and Mike open a bottle of the Knob Creek 18 Year Bourbon and bring you their opinions as well as detailed tasting notes. Listen in as we sip on this well-aged bourbon. You definitely want to check this out! https://www.knobcreek.com/ 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!
S1 E305 · Wed, September 21, 2022
Jim and Mike spend several days at this years Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown Kentucky. Lots of fun, good food, and whiskey at this years festival. We had a chance to meet so many of our listeners and interview the very best the industrey has to offer. Listen in for a mash-up and recap of our time this year! Loved it! https://kybourbonfestival.com/ 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!
S1 E304 · Mon, September 19, 2022
Jim and Mike review the Old Line American Single Malt Cask Strength Whiskey. It is nice to taste a complex and somewhat spicy single malt from here is the USA. Thanks to two Navy Veteran Pilots for crafting this fine spirit which further expands the landscape of American Single Malts. Listen in for all the details. https://www.oldlinespirits.com/ 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!
S1 E303 · Wed, September 14, 2022
Jim and Mike welome in Patrick and Meagan from Talnua Distillery in Colorado. These two are producing the very first American Single Pot Still Whiskey. Even more cool is they have recently release a "Bottled-in-Bond" version of their whiskey which sold out soon after release! Listen in as we explore this new category and these great entrepreneurs making whiskey the old way. https://www.talnua.com/ 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!
S1 E302 · Mon, September 12, 2022
Jim and Mike review the September release of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 12 Year at 1248 proof. Listen in as we give this fan favorite a going over with all the tasting notes and scrutiny the comes with a detailed review. Don't miss this one! https://heavenhilldistillery.com/elijah-craig-barrel-proof.php 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!
S1 E301 · Wed, September 07, 2022
Jim and Mike discuss the dinner series from James B Beam called the Clermont Supper Club. We'll be ginving all the details while sipping on Little Book Chapter 5, Knob Creek 9 Year and a recent expression of Bookers. Listen in for great things happening at James B Beam. https://www.beamdistilling.com/home 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!
S1 E300 · Mon, September 05, 2022
For our 300th episode... Jim and Mike review the Three Chord Tennessee Straight Whiskey from one of our favorite craft distilleries. They say you only need three chords and the truth, but I believe you also need a bottle of smooth whiskey. Listen and enjoy! https://threechordbourbon.com/ 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!
S1 E299 · Wed, August 31, 2022
Today Jim and Mike welcome David Vitale from Starward Whisky out of Melbourne Australia. He brings a couple of great expressions which speak volumes abou their craft and dedication to producing great whisk(e)y. Listen in as David tells us what makes Australian whisky special. https://www.starward.com/ 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!
S1 E298 · Mon, August 29, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review the Red Line Singel Barrel Toasted Barrel FInished Bourbon hailing from Paducah Kentucky. This single barrel, barrel strength whiskey is a finished MGP product that will definitely get your attention. Listen in for all the details. https://www.redlinebourbon.com/ 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!
S1 E207 · Wed, August 24, 2022
Jim and Mike spend the afternoon in the Basement Rickhouse. Home and headquarters of Bourbon TikTok's dynamic duo, Logan and Mac Hanes of the Basement Rickhouse (basement_rickhouse). Listen in as we hang out, drink a few choice barrel picks of theirs and dive into a little bourbon history. https://basementrickhouse.com/ 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!
S1 E296 · Mon, August 22, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review the Hell Bear American Whiskey from Mythology out of Colorado. We were fortunate enough to get our hands on a bottle of this at the Southern Whiskey Society event in Franklin Tennessee. Listen in as we tell you all you need to know about this whiskey. https://www.mythologydistillery.com/whiskey/hell-bear-whiskey/ 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!
S1 E295 · Wed, August 17, 2022
Jim and Mike (and the ladies) hang out at the Southern Whiskey Society event held at the Factory in Franklin Tennessee. Over 30 distilleries and many world acclaimed chefs show up to support "One Generation Away" which strives to make sure everyone in America has healthy food. A great cause, good food and great whiskey at this year's event! https://madesouth.com/ 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!
S1 E294 · Mon, August 15, 2022
This Monday, Jim and Mike review the Old Elk Master's Blend Double Wheat. You bet Mike is excited... twice the wheat. Listen in as we break down this American Whiskey. https://www.oldelk.com/ 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!
S1 E293 · Wed, August 10, 2022
This week, Jim and Mike travel to Clermont Kentucky to sit down with Freddie Noe, Eighth Generation Master Distiller for James B. Beam Distilling Company. In this episode we get some great insight into Freddies life growning up at the distillery. We also drink through the new Hardins Creek expressions. Don't miss this one. https://www.hardinscreek.com/ 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!
S1 E292 · Sun, August 07, 2022
This Monday, Jim and Mike review the Brush Creek Stright Bourbon Whiskeys from Wyoming. Listen in as we analyze this blend of three distilleries from three states. We give our honest opinion of whether you should add this bottle to your bar. https://brushcreekdistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E291 · Wed, August 03, 2022
Jim and Mike take on the Bourbon Highball Challenge. This week six bourbons and six ginger ales go head to head to find out which bourbon makes ginger ale taste best. You definitely want to check out this episode and remember that it is important not to take youself too seriously and enjoy life!!! https://thebourbonroad.com 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!
S1 E290 · Mon, August 01, 2022
This Monday, we review the Hardin's Creek Jacob's Well Bourbon. At 184 months in the barrel, this 108 proof bourbon should teach us a few things about extra aged bourbons. Listen in as we break this one down and give you our opinions on this new James B Beam expression. https://www.hardinscreek.com/jacobswell 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!
S1 E289 · Wed, July 27, 2022
Jim and Mike head out to Four Gate to sit down with Bill Straub and sample a number of their soon-to-release whiskeys that will hit the shelves the the next few days. Listen in as we give you the inside scoop on the next few highly anticipated batches. https://fourgatewhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E288 · Mon, July 25, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review Batch 1 of the Ben Holladay Bottled In Bond Bourbon. This bourbon is six years old and meets the strict requirements to be considered a Missouri Bourbon. Listen in while we break it down and give you our opinion. https://holladaybourbon.com/ 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!
S1 E287 · Wed, July 20, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike host Taylor Hughes, an energetic country artist who loves that brown water. Taylor sips on Elmer T, Weller and Knob Creek 12 while belting out a few of her favorites. She has been described as having a voice as "rich chocolate cake with soul" and is said to be "country music's answer to Adele". Don't miss this episode. https://www.taylorhughesmusic.com/ 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!
S1 E286 · Mon, July 18, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review the much anticipated 8 year rye bourbon from Wilderness Trail. Listen in as the guys give their detailed tasting notes and personal opinions on this well aged expression from one of our favorite distilleries. https://wildernesstraildistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E285 · Wed, July 13, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike host Chris Thomas from Made South to talk about this years Southern Whiskey Society Event to be held August 6th in Franklin Tennessee. Listen closely for the great give-a-way as well as our tasting notes on a couple of barrels that will be available at the event. https://madesouth.com/ 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!
S1 E284 · Mon, July 11, 2022
Thanks to one of our generous "Roadies", Jim and Mike get to try and review the Leopold Brothers Three Chamber Rye Whiskey. Listen in as we disect this whiskey and give it our review. A big thanks to Todd Ritter for providing the bottle. Cheers! https://www.leopoldbros.com/threechamber 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!
S1 E283 · Wed, July 06, 2022
Jim and Mike sit down with the folks from the Bourbon on the Banks event team as well as The Frankfort Bourbon Society to discuss this years Bourbon on the Banks event. Listen in for all the details on this great event. Hope to see you there! https://bourbononthebanks.org/ 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!
S1 E282 · Mon, July 04, 2022
Happy Fourth of July!!! Jim and Mike sit down with a rum cask finished bourbon whiskey out of Colorado's Breckenridge Distillery. Listen in as we disect this whiskey and give you our honest review. https://breckenridgedistillery.com/spirits/breckenridge-rum-cask-finish/ 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!
S1 E281 · Wed, June 29, 2022
Jim and Mike welcome Heather Wibbels to Jeptha Bend Farm. Heather is the Managing Director of the Bourbon Women organization as well as an accompllished author. Listen in as we sample her cocktails while discussing the bourbon industry, women in bourbon and her book, "Bourbon Is My Comfort Food". https://www.cocktailcontessa.com/ 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!
S1 E280 · Mon, June 27, 2022
Jim and Mike take on the second new expression in Jack Daniels Bonded Series, the Triple Mash Blended Straight Whiskey. A blend of Rye, Tennessee Whiskey and American Malt all in a bonded expression at 100 proof. https://www.jackdaniels.com/en-us/whiskey/triple-mash 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!
S1 E279 · Wed, June 22, 2022
Jim and Mike sit down with Jesse Parker, Master Blender at Doc Swinson's out of the Washington state. We explore their bourbon and rye expressions of the Alter Ego line while we get to know a little more about Jesse, their team and the Doc Swinson's brand. https://www.docswhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E278 · Mon, June 20, 2022
Jim and Mike savor a new cask strength single barrel from Leiper's Fork Distillery. Listen in as the boys walk through the tasting notes and discuss those things that make Leiper's Fork a stand out among the many craft distilleries knocking it out of the park these days! https://leipersforkdistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E277 · Wed, June 15, 2022
Jim and Mike welcome Bruce Russell from Wild Turkey to Jeptha Bend Farm. Join in as we sip through some very cool expressions from Wild Turkey and talk whiskey, family and growing up in a distillery family. https://www.wildturkeybourbon.com/ 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!
S1 E276 · Mon, June 13, 2022
Jim and Mike try George Dickel 8 Year Bourbon Whiskey and give you their take on this well aged bourbon from Tennessee. Listen in as we break this one down and give you our notes and purchase recommendations. https://www.georgedickel.com/whisky/dickel-bourbon 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!
S1 E275 · Wed, June 08, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike answer a whole lot of listener questions while sipping on some pretty epic bottles. Some of these questions are pretty personal, but we love to talk and drink bourbon. https://thebourbonroad.com 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!
S1 E274 · Mon, June 06, 2022
Jim and Mike dive into the new Jack Daniel's Bonded Tennessee Whiskey. At 100 proof and a minimum of four years old, this whiskey has been a long time coming. Listen in as we break it down and give you our thoughts. https://www.jackdaniels.com/en-us/whiskey/bonded-experience 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!
S1 E273 · Wed, June 01, 2022
Mike heads south to Loretto to visit Maker's Mark Distillery. He sits down with Master Distiller Denny Potter and Master of Maturation Jane Bowie to taste and discuss the great wheated bourbon that Maker's is known for. Listen in for a great time and another give-a-way. https://www.makersmark.com/ 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!
S1 E272 · Mon, May 30, 2022
Jim and Mike sit down with a bottle of James Ownby Reserve Tennessee Bourbon from Ole Smoky Distillery. If you love their "shine", you're really gonna like this bourbon. Listen in for all the details. https://jamesownbyreserve.com/ 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!
S1 E271 · Wed, May 25, 2022
Jim and Mike sit down with Sam and James from Laws Whiskey House in Denver Colorado. It's a great day when we get to drink a couple of fine bonded whiskeys. Listen in as we review their 8 year bonded Four Grain Straight Bourbon and their 7 year bonded San Luis Valley Rye. https://lawswhiskeyhouse.com/ 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!
S1 E270 · Mon, May 23, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review the E.J. Curley Straight Bourbon Whiskey out of Jessamine County Kentucky. A revival of an historic distillery from 1867, located in Camp Nelson a famed historic site of the Civil War. Listen in as we dive into the whiskey which was blended by our good friend Ashley Barnes. https://www.facebook.com/ejcurleyco 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!
S1 E269 · Wed, May 18, 2022
Today Jim and Mike sit down with Chris Morris, Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve. On this show we work through four expressions of Woodford while chatting with Chris about both the history and future of Woodford Reserve. https://www.woodfordreserve.com/ 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!
S1 E268 · Mon, May 16, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review Treaty Oak's "The Day Drinker Texas Bourbon". Meant to be an easy sipper at 80 proof that is gentle on the palate. Lisen in as we give our review and recommendations. https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/whiskey#dd-header 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!
S1 E267 · Wed, May 11, 2022
Today Jim and Mike discuss how to protect your bourbons from oxidationa dna damaging sunlight. How long should a bottle of bourbon last? Listen in for all the tips. https://thebourbonroad.com 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!
S1 E266 · Mon, May 09, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review the new Basil Hayden Subtle Smoke Bourbon. Priced at around $50 this new expression will get your attention. Listen in to get the entire review. https://www.basilhaydenbourbon.com/subtle-smoke 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!
S1 E265 · Wed, May 04, 2022
Today Jim and Mike sit down with two great ladies from the Kentucky Distillers Association and The Kentucky Bourbon Trail to talk about the great advances in spirits legislation here in Kentucky and how that effects visitors to the Bourbon Trail. https://kybourbon.com/ https://kybourbontrail.com/ 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!
S1 E264 · Mon, May 02, 2022
Jim and Mike review Larceny Barrel Proof A112 from Heaven Hill. It's always nice when you can get your hands on a bottle of this high octane whiskey. Listen in as we give you our thoughts on this release. https://larcenybourbon.com/barrel-proof 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!
S1 E263 · Wed, April 27, 2022
This week, Mike sits down with Rob Rubens, Founder and Head Distiller of R6 Distillery out of El Segundo, California. Rob tells a great startup story while the two sip on their bourbon and rye. https://r6distillery.com/ 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!
S1 E262 · Mon, April 25, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review Jim Beam's Pre-Probibition Style Rye Whiskey. At $22 this one is strongly in the value category. Listen in as we sip on it ang give you our opinion. https://www.jimbeam.com/en/bourbons/jim-beam-rye/ 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!
S1 E261 · Wed, April 20, 2022
Jim sits down with David Coors of the Coors Whiskey Company to taste their Five Trail Blended American Whiskey. Listen in as Jim and David explore this interesting new whiskey that just earned a double gold at San Fransisco. https://www.fivetrail.com/ 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!
S1 E260 · Mon, April 18, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review a rye whiskey from Brown County Indiana called Hard Truth. This is a fine sxample of an Indiana Straight Rye that you may want to give s shot. Maybe travel to Nashville Indiana and check it out. https://hardtruthdistilling.com/ 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!
S1 E259 · Wed, April 13, 2022
Jim and Mike visit te home of Stephen Fante, Brand Ambassador for Limestone Branch Distillery and the Yellowstone Bourbon and Minor Case Rye brands. Listen in as we taste through their lineup. Check out the great give-a-way! https://limestonebranch.com/ 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!
S1 E258 · Mon, April 11, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review a single malt whiskey from R6 Distillery out of El Segundo California. We are quite suprised by this whiskey and can't wait to tell you all about the interesting flavor profile. https://r6distillery.com/single-malt/ 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!
S1 E257 · Wed, April 06, 2022
Jim and Mike pay a visit to Castle and Key Distillery in Millville, Kentucky. Site of the Old Taylor Distillery and home to the one of the most highly anticipated bourbon releases of the year. Listen in as we give you the details while tasting some of Kentuckys finest spirits. https://castleandkey.com/ 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!
S1 E256 · Mon, April 04, 2022
Today Jim and Mike review a whiskey from Franklin, Kentucky near the Tennessee border. A small distillery called Dueling Grounds is producing a wheated bourbon that has our attention. Listen in as we give you the low-down on this cask strength single barrel. https://www.duelinggroundsdistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E255 · Wed, March 30, 2022
Jim and Mike dive deep into their bar this week and grab two bottles that haven't been visited in a while. We encourage you to do the same. Listen in close becasue there is a huge giv-a-way in this episode! https://thebourbonroad.com 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!
S1 E254 · Mon, March 28, 2022
It is the day after release of the long awaited Castle & Key Bourbon. Now it is here and we have a bottle to taste and review. Listen in as the guys give you the scoop on this highly anticipated spirit. https://castleandkey.com/pages/small-batch-bourbon-whiskey 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!
S1 E253 · Wed, March 23, 2022
The Bourbon Road is on the road. Today Jim and Mike visit Michter's Distillery in Louisville to explore their fine offerings and talk with Andrea Wilson and Dan McKee about all things Michter's. This is an episode you do not want to miss. https://michters.com/ 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!
S1 E252 · Mon, March 21, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike review a a fan favorite for this show. Clocking in a t a minimum of 10 years aged, the Russell's Reserve 10 Year Small Batch Bourbon get's the full attention of the boys today. https://www.russellsreserve.com/ 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!
S1 E251 · Wed, March 16, 2022
The final stop on Big Chief's Texas Distillery Tour is at Treaty Oak Distilling in Dripping Springs Texas. Listen in as Mike walks us through their expressions while chatting with Daphne Cottrell, Distiller and Princess of Bourbon. https://www.treatyoakdistilling.com/ 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!
S1 E250 · Mon, March 14, 2022
A big give-a-way on today's show. Be sure not to miss this great episode as we review some delicious rye whiskey from Blackland Distillery in Fort Worth Texas. https://blacklandfw.com/ 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!
S1 E249 · Wed, March 09, 2022
Mike drops into Still Austin Whiskey Co. during his Texas road trip. Y'all have been waiting for this one and now it is here. Listen in as Mike goes through the lineup and tells you what he thinks about this awesome Texas whiskey company. Check out https://stillaustin.com/ 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!
S1 E248 · Mon, March 07, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike review a wonderful rye whiskey that was distilled and bottled in Melbourne Australia and available in 27 states here in the US. Our listeners down under recommended this one for an episode. https://usa.thegospelwhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E247 · Wed, March 02, 2022
Listen in as Mike makes another stop in Texas at Milam and Greene in Blanco. It's more rye and bourbon with the ladies of Milam & Greene, Marlene Holmes along with Blair from Whiskey Women. You do not want to miss this episode! Check out https://milamandgreenewhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E246 · Mon, February 28, 2022
Today Jim and Mike check out a Florida bourbon from Sanford. This one is a short drive from Orlando and worth the jaunt. Listen in for our give-a-way on this episode. Check out https://loggerheaddistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E245 · Wed, February 23, 2022
Another stop on Mike's Texas Road Trip brings him to Garrison Brothers Distillery in Hye Texas. Listen in as Mike sits down with their Master Distiller and tastes his way through several expressions. They even enjoy some little Salt Lick Barbeque with a cocktail. Check out https://www.garrisonbros.com/ and https://saltlickbbq.com/ 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!
S1 E244 · Mon, February 21, 2022
Today Jim and Mike check out the 114 proof rye whiskey from Old Overholt. If you haven't tried this one before you definitetly want to listen in to this episode. This higher proof rye whiskey from Beam might suprise you. https://thebourbonroad.com 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!
S1 E243 · Wed, February 16, 2022
The first stop on Mike's 2022 Texas Tour is a great one. He sits down with Markus Kypreos of BlackLands Distillery and Derrick Walker of Smoke-A-Holics BBQ. A great day of amazing whiskey and barbeque on this episode! Don't miss it. https://blacklandfw.com/ https://www.smoke-a-holicsbbq.com/ 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!
S1 E242 · Mon, February 14, 2022
With St. Patricks Day just around the corner, Jim and Mike check out an Irish Whiskey with an American story. Listen in as they taste the Fighting 69th Irish Whiskey and discuss the amazing history behind the famous Irish Regiment. Check out https://fighting69thwhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E241 · Fri, February 11, 2022
Jim and Mike travel to Owensboro Kentucky for the long awaited launch of the Green River Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Listen in as we sit down with Jacob Call, Master Distiller and discuss the history of Green River while sipping on their newly released flagship product. Check out https://www.greenriverdistilling.com/ 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!
S1 E240 · Wed, February 09, 2022
Mike sits down with Mike from 911 Bourbon to discuss "bourbon scammers" and how to avoid them. Definitely want to check this episode out and be sure to listen in to the end for our give-a-way of some specil swag. 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!
S1 E239 · Mon, February 07, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike review the Rebel Cask Strength Single Barrel Bourbon from Lux Row. THis high strength wheated bourbon is definitely one you want to keep an eye on. Listen in as we taste and review this Kentucky product. Check out Lux Row Distillers at https://luxrowdistillers.com/ 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!
S1 E238 · Wed, February 02, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike taste through the mashbills of Buffalo Trace Distillery. You might be suprised to learn some of the closely held secrets. Stay till the end for a great give-away. Check out https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E237 · Mon, January 31, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike review Wheel Horse Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Clocking in at #19 on Whiskey Advocate's Top 20 Whiskies of 2021, this bottle was long overdue for a Bourbon Road review. Listen in as we walk you though this great Kentucky Bourbon. Check out Wheel Horse at https://wheelhorsewhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E236 · Wed, January 26, 2022
Jim and Mike explore the ASW distillery in Atlanta Georia and discover true craft in whiskey making in the south. Be sure to listen in as we taste bourbons and ryes from this emeriging producer of the south. Check out https://www.aswdistillery.com/ 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!
S1 E235 · Mon, January 24, 2022
Listen in as Jim and Mike Review the Double Barrel Rye from Duke Spirits. This full bodied 95/5 rye will get your attention. Whille Mike and I were sipping on it we felt like Rooster Cogburn himself was sitting right nex to us. Check out Duke Spirits at https://www.dukespirits.com/ 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!
S1 E234 · Wed, January 19, 2022
Jim and Mike explore the top four affordable rye whiskeys today. Listen in as the break them down one-by-one and tell you which ones you should have on your bar. Guess what? All four whiskeys can be added to your bar for under $100. Check out https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E233 · Mon, January 17, 2022
Jim and Mike take the time to review another bourbon from B.R. Distilling in Memphis Tennessee. This time it is their Crossroads expression. Listen in as we chat about the Crossroads movie while sipping on this exceptional pour. You don't want to miss this episode! Check out Blue Note Crossroads at https://www.bluenotebourbon.com/crossroads 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!
S1 E232 · Wed, January 12, 2022
Mike sits down with Terry Nichols of Dry Fly Distilling from Spokane Washington. Terry brings four of their many offerings to taste on the show. Listen in as Mike gets the best of west coast wheat from a distillery that has been cranking out the distillate since 2007. Check out https://dryflydistilling.com/ 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!
S1 E231 · Mon, January 10, 2022
Jim and Mike sit down with a new bourbon from local basketball legend Russ Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a three year bourbon with a bit of a spicy attitude. We tried the green label Legends bottle at 110 proof. They also have a 90 proof and a 12 year on the shelves. Listen in to find out our thoughts. 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!
S1 E230 · Wed, January 05, 2022
Jim and Mike invite their wives to participate in the 2022 Bourbon and biscuits Challenge. Today we pair bourbon and rye cocktails with country ham and biscuits. This is our annual pursuit to find the most worthy biscuit for the bourbon aficionado. Listen in as we find the best biscuit in the land. Check out https://thebourbonroad.com/ 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!
S1 E229 · Mon, January 03, 2022
Jim and Mike enjoy another Craft Distillery Monday episode by reviewing Smoke Wagon's Small Batch Bourbon. Listen in as we walk you through our tasting notes on this surprisingly good whiskey. You won't want to miss this episode. Check out https://www.nevadadistilling.com/ 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!
S1 E228 · Wed, December 29, 2021
Jim and Mike have deliberated and made a decision. Today we announce our 2021 Bourbon of the Year. We also name our 2021 Craft Distillery of the Year. After almost 300 bottle reviewed during the year, it all comes down to today's show. Be sure to listen in to find out who get our vote this year. Hint: it is very available and reasonably priced! Check out our website https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576
S1 E227 · Mon, December 27, 2021
Jim and Mike step outside the box a bit and review an American Single Malt Whiskey from Westward. If you haven't been sampling some of the great American single malts, then we suggest you give them a try. It's nice to have an occasional diversion. Listen in as we tell you what we think about this one! Check out https://westwardwhiskey.com/ 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!
S1 E226 · Wed, December 22, 2021
Mike interviews Paul Hletko of Few Spirits about their line of Illinois made "grain-to-glass" whiskies. In particular, they taste and talk about the new Bottled in Bond Bourbon that just released this year. Listen in as we learn all about Few and what they have going on. More about Few at https://www.fewspirits.com/ Check out our website https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576
S1 E225 · Mon, December 20, 2021
Jim and his son Chris travel to Key West Florida for a little salt water fly fishing. During their trip, the review a local bottle of bourbon from Key West Trading called Smuggler's Choice. Maybe on your next trip to the Keys, you may want to give this on a try. Listen in to find out their thoughts on this local find. 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!
S1 E224 · Wed, December 15, 2021
Jim and Mike discuss special releases from the distilleries. What to look for and what is coming soon. They also review a couple of recent special releases during the show. Listen in as they deep dive this subject. Check out our website https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576
S1 E223 · Mon, December 13, 2021
Another Craft Distillery Monday... another great bourbon! Listen in a Jim and Mike review the new Double Oak Bourbon from Peerless Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. We get pretty exited when we here double-oaked and we have great expectations for this bottle. Listen in! https://kentuckypeerless.com/whiskey/kentucky-peerless-double-oak-bourbon/ 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!
S1 E222 · Wed, December 08, 2021
Today Jim and Mike talk about the new restaurant at James B Beam called The Kitchen Table. This newly created restaurant gives people one more reason to stop in Clermont Kentucky to visit the distillery. Be sure to listen in as we review the menu including cocktails. Check out The Kitchen Table at https://www.visitthekitchentable.com/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E221 · Mon, December 06, 2021
Today Jim and Mike review the fall release C921 of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon. This is always a crown pleaser and many of us watch the shelves for the next release. You need to get them while they are hot, and at $65 a bottle for a 12 year bourbon... you can't beat it. https://elijahcraig.com/barrel-proof 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!
S1 E220 · Wed, December 01, 2021
On this episode, Mike travels to Memphis Tennessee to sit down with Master Distiller Alex Castle at Old Dominick Distillery. Listen in as we explore this great distillery and sample some of their finest whiskies. Check out Old Dominick at: https://olddominick.com/ Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E219 · Mon, November 29, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review batch 16 of Buffalo Trace's Stagg Jr. A high proof and powerful representation of their rye mash bill #1. Stagg Jr has a reputation for getting a bourbon drinker's attention. Listen in as we explore this whiskey and give you our honest opinion. https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/our-brands/stagg/stagg-jr.html 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!
S1 E218 · Wed, November 24, 2021
Mike travels to Pittsburgh to discover the craft of Wigle Whiskey. As always, The Bourbon Road leads us to great craft distilleries doing great work here in the USA. Listen in as we sample and review the work of another pioneer in craft whiskey making. Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E217 · Mon, November 22, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review the new Jeptha Creed Bottled in Bond Rye Bourbon from Shelby County Kentucky. We've been waiting awhile for this one (four years to be exact), and it has finally arrived. Listen in as we give a full review of this 100 proof bonded rye bourbon. https://jepthacreed.com/jeptha-creed-bottled-in-bond-rye-bourbon/ 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!
S1 E216 · Wed, November 17, 2021
Jim and Mike host a couple of Roadies to talk about this years bourbon hunting season. We sip on way too many allocated bourbons while discussing the struggles of finding that elusive bottle. Listen in as we talk about what is important when looking for the right bottle. Learn from our mistakes. You don't want to miss it! Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E215 · Mon, November 15, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review a bourbon whiskey from Burnt Church Distillery in Bluffton, South Carolina. The whiskey is called Johnny Fever and is a four grain bourbon contract distilled in Kentucky. We review this bourbon and give you our opinion. This is one to listen in on for sure! 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! Check out https://burntchurchdistillery.com/
S1 E214 · Wed, November 10, 2021
Jim and Mike make preparations for Thanksgiving by discussing their favorite recipes, bourbons and past times for the big day. Two different Wild Turkey expressions are on the menu along with a 1977 dusty bottle of .... just listen in to find out! Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E213 · Mon, November 08, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review a new whiskey from a really exciting distillery called Luca Mariano. After meeting their crew at a couple of whiskey festivals we had to get a bottle of this single barrel for a review. We are very pleased at the contents of the 103 proof single barrel they gave us! 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E212 · Wed, November 03, 2021
Jim and Mike jam with rising country artist Taylor Austin Dye as she belts out a few of her acoustic singles including, "Water Me Down" which soared on the ITunes Country Chart after release. Listen in as she has a few pours with the boys while playing. Check out Taylor at: https://www.tayloraustindye.com/ Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E211 · Mon, November 01, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey. The boys sip on a little of the Old Number 7 Brand while discussing history and the definition of Tennessee Whiskey and the Lincoln County Process. Be sure to listen in and be sure to grab that bottle of Jack off the shelf and join us. 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E210 · Wed, October 27, 2021
Jim and Mike break out a bottle of the 2021 Old Forester Birthday Bourbon and celebrate with Chris Thomas of Made South. Also on the menu is Woodford's Chocolate Whisper and a 1977 Wild Turkey 101. Listen in as podcast veteran Chris Thomas shares his love of the south. Check out Made South at: https://madesouth.com/ Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E209 · Mon, October 25, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review Eli Mason Old Fashioned Cocktails Mixer from Nashville, Tennessee. Our good friend Chris Thomas from Made South introduced us to Eli Mason. Check out this episode to find out what we think about this easy cocktail solution from https://elimason.com/. 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E208 · Wed, October 20, 2021
Jim and Mike kick back in the still house at Leiper's Fork and host a jam session with rising country artist Josiah Siska. Great bourbon, awesome music and an amazing environment lead to the perfect "Still House Session" with our newest friend Josiah Siska. Don't miss this! Check out Josiah at: https://josiahsiska.com/ Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E207 · Mon, October 18, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review Leiper's Fork Straight Rye Whiskey. The first episode in the five episode series called "Stillhouse Sessions". Be sure to catch all five episodes in this series recorded in the Stillhouse at Leiper's Fork Distillery in Tennessee. You will not want to miss these. 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E206 · Wed, October 13, 2021
Mike spends the day in Loretto Kentucky at Maker's Mark. He sits down in the Samuels house with Rob Samuels and gets a real history lesson as they sip on two of Makers Mark's Finest expressions. You definitely want to check this one out! More on Maker's Mark at https://www.makersmark.com/ Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E205 · Mon, October 11, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review Wheat Penny 1958 Bourbon from the Cleveland Whiskey Company in Cleveland Ohio. With a Mash Bill of 51% Corn, 45% Wheat and 4% Malt, this may be the one of the highest wheat contents in a bourbon we have every seen. It's is finished with toasted oak and black cherry. 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E204 · Wed, October 06, 2021
Jim, Mike and Ashley Barnes of The Spirits Group judge the Roadies 2021 Blending Challenge and announce the winners. Ten entries get to compete in the finals and prizes are awarded to the "Best Blend" and the "Best Name" for a blend. This is an annual event so if you missed this one, be sure to get ready for next year! Check out the bourbon Roadies private Facebook group. Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E203 · Mon, October 04, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike review Walker’s Cay Straight Bourbon Finished with Sherry Cask Staves. This whiskey is from King Spirits but distilled at Green River Distillery in Owensboro Kentucky. Listen in as we review this 90 proof rye bourbon whiskey that might just get your attention. 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E202 · Wed, September 29, 2021
Jim and Mike spend a little time savoring Colorado whiskies with Mel Maddox from Old Elk. We taste through 4 expressions of their finest and get the whole story of Old Elk's beginnings. You are going to want to listen in as we taste some of the finest whiskey made outside of Kentucky!!! Check out Old Elk at https://www.oldelk.com/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E201 · Mon, September 27, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike get to taste and review the new limited edition Maker's Marks Wood Finishing Series FAE-02. There may actually be fairies in this bottle! Listen in to get the real story of this new expression. Check out https://www.makersmark.com/wood-finishing-series-2021-release-fae-02 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E200 · Wed, September 22, 2021
Mike makes his way through the 2021 Bourbon Festival in Bardstown Kentucky. As a panelist and bourbon celebrity, Mike gets the full treatment as Roadies, attendees and bourbon royalty shout out high praises and raise the accomplishments of The Bourbon Road in this 200th episode. Thank you to all who enjoy what we do! Check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E199 · Mon, September 20, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike cross the Mississippi to taste a single barrel wheated bourbon from the hometown of Buffalo Bill Cody. The distillery is Mississippi River Distilling and the bourbon is Cody Road Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Listen in!!! Check out https://www.mrdistilling.com/ 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E198 · Wed, September 15, 2021
On this episode Jim and Mike drink each of the six Benchmark expressions of the new Buffalo Trace Bourbon Collection. They give a full review of what they like and what they do not in this very new offering from Buffalo Trace. Definitely listen in to this episode to find out which one is the sleeper! Check out https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/our-brands/benchmark.html Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E197 · Mon, September 13, 2021
On this episode, we finally sit down with our hometown bourbon "Bulleit". We dive into the standard 90 proof bourbon and give it a fair and honest review. Make sure to listen in to this episode as we pull no punches with the local favorite! Check out https://www.bulleit.com/ 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E196 · Wed, September 08, 2021
On this episode Mike hangs out at Four Roses with Master Distiller Brent Elliott. They work their way through the expressions of of Four Roses Bourbon including the 2021 Four Roses Small Batch LE Bourbon. A lot of great Four Roses info is dropped in this session. Check it out! Find out more about Four Roses at: https://fourrosesbourbon.com/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E195 · Mon, September 06, 2021
On this episode, we get a first look (and taste) of the new 2021 LE release from Four Roses Small Batch. We give all the details on how you can get your hands on this amazing bourbon. Listen in for details on how to get one! https://fourrosesbourbon.com/bourbon/limited-edition/2021-le-small-batch/ 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E194 · Wed, September 01, 2021
On this episode we sit down with Scott Neil, a retired Special Forces Veteran and founder/COO of Horse Soldier Bourbon. Listen in to his first hand account of Green Beret operations in Afghanistan following the attack of 9/11. Also hear the story of Horse Soldier Bourbon as we taste two expressions. Find out more about Horse Soldier at: https://horsesoldierbourbon.com/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E193 · Mon, August 30, 2021
On this "Craft Distillery Monday" episode, we review a a new expression from our fiends and Beam. Basil Hayden Toast is a new addition to the Basil Hayden line. An expression representing an reimagined line. Don't miss out on this episode. Check out https://www.basilhaydenbourbon.com/toast 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E192 · Wed, August 25, 2021
On this episode we sit down with two bottles of Little Book from James B Beam Distilling Company. We taste Chapter 1 and Chapter 5 while discussing the new premium membership subscription called Barreled and Boxed. It will be limited to 500 members so waste no time! Find out more about Barreled and Boxed at: https://www.beamdistilling.com/barreled-and-boxed Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E191 · Mon, August 23, 2021
On this "Craft Distillery Monday" episode, we review a bottle sent to us by one of our listeners and friend of the show, James Drier. We haven't had an El Paso whiskey yet and are dying to crack the seal on this bottle. Remember, we want to know about your home town whiskeys. Let is know! 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! Check out our swag at https://thebourbonroad.com
S1 E190 · Wed, August 18, 2021
On this episode we sit down with Seth Benhaim, Chief Barrel Breaker at Broken Barrel Whiskey Company. Seth arrives in Shelby County Kentucky with a trunk full of excellent whiskies and we get down to business. You do not want to muss this! Find out more about Broken Barrel at: https://www.brokenbarrelwhiskey.com/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter feeds. Don't miss out on our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E189 · Mon, August 16, 2021
On this "Craft Distillery Monday" episode, we review a new bottle of Off Hours Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Surprised by the simplicity of the label and the companies message, Jim and Mike dive into this new expression with an open mind and a ready palate. Don't miss this review! 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! Find out more about Off Hours at: https://drinkoffhours.com/
S1 E188 · Wed, August 11, 2021
This week the boys get the lay of the land in Frankfort Kentucky for this fall's "Bourbon On The Banks" event. You do not want to miss out on the all out fun weekend happening October 22nd and 23rd in Frankfort. We will be there as well! Find out more about Bourbon On The Banks at: https://bourbononthebanks.org/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter feeds. Don't miss out on our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.
S1 E187 · Mon, August 09, 2021
On this "Craft Distillery Monday" episode, we try a single barrel expression of rye from Union Horse Distilling out of Kansas. At 126+ proof, this bottle took both us both by surprise. Definitely a bold and layered 5 year old rye in this bottle. Find out more about Union Horse at: https://www.unionhorse.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E186 · Wed, August 04, 2021
This week we welcome on Susan and Traci from Barrel Proof Bourbon Barrel Bark. They take a little time out of their busy schedules to show Mike and I how to Smoke Your Bourbon. We love our bourbon and also our smokers, so this was a match made in heaven. We also introduce the girls toa couple of bourbons. Find out more about Barrel Proof at: https://smokeyourbourbon.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E185 · Mon, August 02, 2021
On this "Craft Distillery Monday", Jim and Mike try the new Russell's Reserve 13 year Bourbon. This bottle has been out a little under 2 months and has grabbed a great deal of fanfare. Some call ti the 2021 Bourbon of the Year. We will hold our judgment till we taste if for ourselves. Find out more about The Bourbon Roadies at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E184 · Wed, July 28, 2021
Jim, Mike join a couple of Roadies to sip on Eagle Rare and Russell's 10 Year while discussing the recent TV series on Netflix called Heist. In this series (Ep. 5 & 6 Bourbon King) explores the details behind the 2013 theft of Pappy Van Winkle. Listen in to this great conversation. Find out more about The Bourbon Roadies at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E182 · Mon, July 26, 2021
Mike returns from his Oregon fishing trip and wouldn't you know he has a wheated whiskey in hand. So today on Craft Distillery Monday, we review McMenamins Billy Wheated Whiskey. Pay no mind to the goat on the label even though Mike thinks it is funny! Find out more about The Bourbon Roadies at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E182 · Wed, July 21, 2021
Mike travels west and discovers some great single malt American whiskies at Westward Whiskey in Portland Oregon. Be sure to listen in as we take a side road and discover some great whiskies of the American Northwest. Find out more about Westward Whiskey at: https://westwardwhiskey.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E181 · Mon, July 19, 2021
We look hard at the new small batch bourbon from Kirkland. Kirkland is Costco's store brand and currently they are filling their bottles with bourbon from the Barton 1792 Distillery. Listen in as we analyze this bourbon and give you the hard facts. Spoiler alert... it's $18 per liter. Find out more about The Bourbon Roadies at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E180 · Wed, July 14, 2021
Jim and Mike review both Wild Turkey 101 and Weller Special Reserve in this retrospective episode looking back at the last 2-1/2 years of The Bourbon Road Podcast. Listen in as they review these bourbons and talk about lessons learned and goals achieved. Find out more about The Bourbon Roadies at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E179 · Mon, July 12, 2021
Mike brings another "wheater" for a review. David Nicholson 1843 hails from Luxco in Bardstown Kentucky and is a true wheated bourbon with a long history. Actually beginning in 1843 in St. Louis, then being acquired by WL Weller and Pappy Van Winkle then ultimately by Luxco. At $25 you can't beat it. Find out more about David Nicholson at: https://davidnicholsonbourbon.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E178 · Wed, July 07, 2021
The week we lay out all the ground rules for this years bourbon blending challenge. Make sure to listen in as we sip on a couple of our own blends while talking about this years challenge. Be sure to listen in and read our July 6th blog to get all the details on how you can enter. Find out more about The Bourbon Roadies at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E177 · Mon, July 05, 2021
Today we review the Old Forester Rye. At 100 proof this rye has earned itself a place in the well at many bars. It's a solid Kentucky Rye with a higher than expected malted barley content. This leads to an interesting flavor profile you won't find in any other rye. At $23 a bottle it is a great bargain! Find out more about Old Forester at: https://www.oldforester.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E176 · Wed, June 30, 2021
Mike enjoys a sit down with Rob Arnold, Master Distiller of TX Bourbon (of Firestone and Robertson Distilling Company) in Fort Worth Texas. It's an episode with many expressions and some great whiskey science! You definitely want to tune in for this one to learn more about how Texas does whiskey, Find out more about TX Bourbon at https://www.frdistilling.com/tx-bourbon/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E175 · Mon, June 28, 2021
Today the boys review a "green" standard in Kentucky. Voted Top bourbon under $15 by Fred himself. We will pick this one apart and let you know if it deserves a place in your suitcase during your next visit to Kentucky. You can only get it here so listen in and see what it is all about! Find out more about Heaven Hill at: https://heavenhilldistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E174 · Wed, June 23, 2021
Mike enjoys an evening with a couple of Georgia boys who are doing whiskey right!. Legends distillery of Cumming Georgia is taking the world by storm right now with their patented Quantum Purity technology. Their 115 Wheated Bourbon was a big hit on our CDM episode. They have over 27 awards for their whiskies! Find out more about Legends at https://www.spiritsusa.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E173 · Mon, June 21, 2021
It's a real treat to sit down with this special whiskey today. Three Chord always hits it out of the park, and this time we expect no less. Today we review the Strange Collaboration bourbon finished in Pinot Noir barrels from Strange Family Vineyard. Get ready for some exceptional tasting notes! Find out more about Three Chord at: https://threechordbourbon.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E172 · Wed, June 16, 2021
The best bourbon festivals of 2021. Yes, that is right, and there are a lot of them! After being cooped up for a year are you ready to spread your wings and drink a little bourbon... I know we are! Listen in as we drink a couple of 15 year bourbons and talk about it. Check out our private Facebook group The Bourbon Roadies at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E171 · Mon, June 14, 2021
Today we focus on a finished Kentucky straight bourbon with a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye and 4% malted barley. The three year bourbon is finished in a Navigator Cabernet Sauvignon wine barrels from Precision Wine Co. This is one of the better finished bourbons in this age range we have had a chance to try. Find out more about Navigator at: https://navigatorspirits.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E170 · Wed, June 09, 2021
We go over a lot of new bourbons that are hitting the shelves this season. We also talk about the best summer sippers. All this while tasting and reviewing two new releases: Blood Oath Pact 7 and Larceny Barrel Proof. Listen in while we walk though the seasons best. Check out our private Facebook group The Bourbon Roadies at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E169 · Mon, June 07, 2021
Mike brings back a bottle from his eastern road trip. A small Virginia distillery doing everything right. Using Virginia grains and working their own malting floor. This wheated bourbon recipe features a peach smoked barley that offers some very unique tasting notes. Make sure you check this one out! Find out more about Copper Fox at: https://www.copperfoxdistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E168 · Wed, June 02, 2021
Mike loves hitting the road. This time he travels east and visits Iron Clad Distillery in Virginia. Did you know that Virginia has over 75 distilleries? Definitely check out this episode as Mike tastes through their entire lineup including their new Bottled in Bond and their Coffee Barrel Finished Bourbon. Find out more about Iron Clad at: https://www.ironcladdistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E167 · Mon, May 31, 2021
Mike gets really excited every time we have a wheated bourbon on for review. This time is no exception as we take a look at the Legend Barrel Proof Wheated Bourbon (115 proof) from Legends Distillery/Spirits USA. You are not going to believe how good this bourbon is. Listen in for all the details! Find out more about Legends at: https://www.spiritsusa.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E166 · Wed, May 26, 2021
What a better way to spend your day than in a mountain cabin with Tim Smith from Discovery Channel's Moonshiners series. Not to mention he is bringing all the good stuff to taste and talk about. You definitely want to hear this one as Mike walks through the full line of products. Check out Tim Smith Spirits at: https://www.timsmithspirits.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E165 · Mon, May 24, 2021
We love getting an early look at new releases. This week we take an advanced look at the new American Straight Bourbon from Country Smooth. We have always been impressed with the work being done by Founder and CEO Lori Carcich. Lori is the first female Founder/CEO of an American whiskey company. Find out more about Country Smooth at: http://countrysmooth.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E164 · Wed, May 19, 2021
On site... first hand.... Jim and Mike view the new Log Still Distillery the day before opening and taste their whiskies. On hand for the interview is Lynn Dant, a descendant of Joseph Washington Dant and head of distilling operations at the distillery. We taste their Monk's Road 5th District Series of products. Check out Log Still at: https://www.logstilldistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E163 · Mon, May 17, 2021
It's a wheated bourbon today and Mike just can't contain himself. We've got the Rebel Distiller’s Collection Single Barrel Bourbon open and we are pouring heavy on this one. Listen in as Mike give some detailed tasting notes and some final recommendations. Find out more about Lux Row at: https://luxrowdistillers.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E162 · Wed, May 12, 2021
Wow!!! What a day! Jim and Mike travel through seven different expressions as they taste their way through the full lineup at Rabbit Hole Distillery in Louisville Kentucky. Bourbons, ryes, gin and two very special bottles fill the lineup in this off-the-hook episode. You definitely do not want to miss this one!
S1 E161 · Mon, May 10, 2021
Jim and Mike always enjoy drinking a well crafted whiskey. That is what you can expect any time you see the late Dave Pickerell's name on a bottle. Today we dive into the Double Cask Rye from Hillrock Estate Distillery in Hudson Valley, New York. Join us as we explore the finer points of this 90 proof rye. Find out more about Hillrock at: https://hillrockdistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E160 · Wed, May 05, 2021
It's always a great day when Jim and Mike get to sit down with Jackie Zykan from Old Forester. Today we get a chance to try the new 117 Series: High Angel's Share Bourbon. Jackie pulls out all the stops as she walks is through a tasting and brings us up to date on OF. News Flash: Three new expressions coming this year!! Check out Old Forester at: https://www.oldforester.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E159 · Mon, May 03, 2021
Some musicians like to say all they need is "Three Chords and the Truth". Three Chord Whiskey is all about truth in labelling and some good whiskey in the bottle. Jim and Mike take some deep pours of their 81 proof blended bourbon and give you the full run-down. Don't miss this one! Cheers! Find out more about Three Chord at: https://threechordbourbon.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E158 · Wed, April 28, 2021
We travel a bit north this week (virtually) to talk with Chris Fredrickson of the Traverse City Whiskey Company. Chris sent us several samples of his "Whiskies of the North". We dive and and explore these Michigan whiskies and give you all the details. You won't want to miss out on this episode! Check out Traverse City Whiskey Company at: https://www.tcwhiskey.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E157 · Mon, April 26, 2021
Barton has a recent release of the Thomas S. Moore expression featuring a port wine finish. We dive deep and give you all the wonderful details. Named after the builder of the Barton Distillery and the namesake of the legendary Tom Moore Spring. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E156 · Wed, April 21, 2021
You have seen them on the shelf... the bottom shelf. The question is, should you give them a try? On this episode we check out a couple of big box store branded bourbons to see if they can measure up. You might be surprised! Listen in. Check out our private Facebook group called The Bourbon Roadies at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E155 · Mon, April 19, 2021
The top selling bourbon in the world is Jim Beam white label 80 proof. It is also the only bourbon on the shelf at our resort here in Mexico. So, Mike and I decide to do a review on our next to last day of vacation here in the Riviera Maya Coast of Mexico. We always say if you are a Jim Beam fan... good for you! Find out more about Jim Beam at https://www.jimbeam.com/en/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E154 · Wed, April 14, 2021
How could we not travel to Mexico and bring two great bottles to share with Roadies at the pool. We record this episode from Riviera Maya, chest deep in the pool, surrounded by fellow Roadies. What a great day and a couple of excellent Buffalo Trace products, Eagle Rare and Weller 107. Find out more about Buffalo Trace at https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E153 · Mon, April 12, 2021
Anything maritime gets Mike and I excited. This Missouri Toasted Oak Cask from Ironclad captured our attention. A four grain bourbon finished in Missouri toasted oak barrels. Ours was a little higher in proof than the advertised 90-100 proof. Definitely listen in as we dive into this Virginia whiskey. Find out more about Ironclad at https://www.ironcladdistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E152 · Wed, April 07, 2021
Mike and his brother Mitch recount old times telling some pretty revealing stories while sipping on two bourbon whiskies. Today they drink Hochatown Straight Bourbon from Oklahoma and Tahwahkaro Four Grain Bourbon from Texas. Find out more about Tahwahkaro at https://tahwahkaro.com/ Find out more about Hochatown at https://www.hochatowndistilling.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E151 · Mon, April 05, 2021
You all know that Mike and I love some older whiskies. Ten years is a pretty magic number in our books. I also love a good rye. Today we check out the 10 year rye from Basic Hayden. Definitely check this episode out to find out what we think of this expression from our friends at Beam Suntory. Find out more about Basil Hayden at https://www.basilhaydens.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E150 · Wed, March 31, 2021
Jim and Mike sit down with a couple of Roadies to drink some Old Forester 150th and to share their list of the five bourbons to start your home bar with. Join Jim, Mike, Todd Ritter and Matt Simons for a great show featuring the Old Forester 150th and each of them share their top five bourbons to start your home bar. Find out more about Old Forester at https://www.oldforester.com/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E149 · Mon, March 29, 2021
You all know that Mike loves his Texas bourbon. Today he brings a four grain from Tahwahkaro Distillery in Palestine Texas. This one is a single barrel at cask strength boasting a 128.4 proof rating. Dark, bold and delicious, you will want to get your hands on a bottle of this one. Don't miss out! Find out more about Tahwahkaro at https://tahwahkaro.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E148 · Wed, March 24, 2021
Jim and Mike sit down with a true visionary, combat veteran and entrepreneur Chris Cruise. Chris is the Founder of Cruise Customs Flags and his company employs veterans to make American Flags from Bourbon Barrels. We drink Elijah Craig Toasted and Ezra Brooks 99 on this episode. Find out more about Cruise Customs Flags at https://cruisecustomsflags.com/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E147 · Mon, March 22, 2021
If you have listened to the show, you know how much the two of us respect bottled-in-bond bourbons. Today is no exception as we review Old Grand-Dad Bonded from our friends at Beam Suntory. This spicy 100 proofer is all about the cinnamon bears! Pick up a bottle of Old Grand-Dad Bonded almost anywhere for about $25. Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E146 · Wed, March 17, 2021
Mike is sans Jim this week at Peerless Distilling in Louisville, Kentucky. This time Mike gets to chat with Corky Taylor and Cordell Lawrence while sipping on two great expressions from Peerless. They talk about history, life and good whiskey in the episode recorded near the riverfront in Louisville, Kentucky. Find out more about Peerless at https://kentuckypeerless.com/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E145 · Mon, March 15, 2021
If you have not tried something so out of the box as an absinthe finished rye whiskey... we suggest you do. Peerless Distilling in Louisville Kentucky has a 111 proof Kentucky Rye Whiskey finished in Absinthe Barrels from Copper and Kings Distillery also in Louisville. Mike and I were blown away by this one! Find out more about Peerless at https://kentuckypeerless.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E142 · Wed, March 10, 2021
What a day at the Speakeasy Cellar at Evan WIlliams Experience in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. We had the chance to spend the day with Bernie Lubbers, The Whiskey Professor... Mr. Bottled in Bond. Also on the show is Jody Filiatreau, Artisan Distiller at Evan Williams. We have a great time tasting some great whiskey. Find out more about Evan Williams at https://evanwilliams.com/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E143 · Mon, March 08, 2021
It's Monday here and we are drinking bourbon! Today we have a 4 year old from JK Williams Distilling in Peoria Illinois. Gold Zephyr is a four year old small batch straight bourbon from the heartland of America. Be sure to listen in as we explore this respectable midwest whiskey with ties to Prohibition. Find out more about Gold Zephyr at https://www.jkwilliamsdistilling.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E142 · Wed, March 03, 2021
It's a tough job, but somebody has to do it. This week Jim and mike walk their way through the Master's Collection of Woodford Reserve. Over $600 in bourbon as we work hard to give you the down and dirty on these expressions. Find out more about Woodford Reserve at https://www.woodfordreserve.com/ and Good Times at https://www.facebook.com/Good-Times-Bourbon-102554495102164/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E141 · Mon, March 01, 2021
The boys take a zig-zag on the bourbon road and zero in on the buttery goodness of Smooth Ambler's Old Scout 107 American Whiskey. Jim brings the bottle and Mike is taken by surprise as this skillfully crafted blend treats the palate and leaves a welcome finish. Be sure to listen in as the verdict comes down. Find out more about Old Scout at https://smoothambler.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E140 · Wed, February 24, 2021
Jim and Mike stay out of the cold and record a long episode with Woodrow and a couple of great bottles. We drink some 15 year bourbon from Cathead Distillery called Old Soul. Also a fantastic honey barrel finished bourbon from Good Times. Find out more about Cathead at https://catheaddistillery.com/ and Good Times at https://www.facebook.com/Good-Times-Bourbon-102554495102164/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E139 · Mon, February 22, 2021
Today we put on our "Big Boy Pants" and try the new Knob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength Kentucky Bourbon. We are both big fans of Knob Creek, but we have not had a chance to dip into this one yet. Listen in as we pass judgement on this well known brand. Find out more about Knob Creek at https://www.knobcreek.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E138 · Wed, February 17, 2021
Jim and Mike Hang out at the famous Bourbons Bistro in Louisville Kentucky with Jason Brauner. Jason is also the founder of Buzzard's Roost Sipping Whiskeys. He takes time, share his whiskey and guides us on a journey through the process of his double barreled liquid magic. Don't miss this one! Find out more about Buzzard's Roost. at https://www.buzzardsroostwhiskey.com/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E137 · Mon, February 15, 2021
Today we take another look at a Georgia Distillery that is putting out some pretty good product. We had their rye in episode 119 so we had to get their bourbon on as soon as possible. Listen in to find out how we like this 4 year old, 70% corn, 21% rye, & 9% malted barley bourbon from Thirteenth Colony. Find out more about Thirteenth Colony at https://www.thirteenthcolony.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E136 · Wed, February 10, 2021
Jim and Mike get on the road again and head to Nashville Tennessee. On this trip they stop in at Pennington Distilling to sample the many expressions of Davidson Reserve. Don't miss this episode as the guys drink and chat at one of Tennessee's finest distilleries. Find out more about Pennington Distilling Co. at https://penningtondistillingco.com/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E135 · Mon, February 08, 2021
On this episode we try the Cask 111 from Chattanooga Whiskey. It's a Tennessee High Malt ringing in at 111 proof. It is a really surprising bottle, packed with flavor and it can be found for $45 in many markets. You definitely want to give this one a try, and make sure to share it with some friends! Find out more about Chattanooga Whiskey at https://chattanoogawhiskey.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E134 · Wed, February 03, 2021
Jim and Mike kick back in Zeke's house with Mike and James of the Nashville Barrel Company. Finally on the road again, the boys get to drink some great stuff with a couple of genuine whiskey friends in Nashville Tennessee. Make sure you check them out because they are putting out some amazing juice. Find out more about Nashville Barrel Company at https://nashvillebarrelco.com/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E133 · Mon, February 01, 2021
As Mike and I travel about trying bourbons and whiskeys from all over, every now and then we get to revisit and get blown away by some true artisans. Today is no exception as this week's Craft Distillery Monday is dedicated to Kings County Distillery in Brooklyn, New York. Our hats are off to the them! Find out more about Kings County at https://www.kingscountydistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E132 · Wed, January 27, 2021
Jim and Mike sip on a few wheated bourbons while hanging out with country artist Josh Bogard. Weller and Makers are on the menu as we listen to a little of his best songs. The ladies are with us and So are a few Roadies. Don't miss this hi-fidelity episode. Find out more about Josh at https://www.facebook.com/JBdirtysouth/ Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E131 · Mon, January 25, 2021
Booker Noe knew how to pick'em. I mean barrels... he could choose the right barrels from locations in different warehouses to make a great barrel strength release. Fred Noe continues that tradition today with the "Pigskin Batch" that pay homage to Booker's love of football. Listen in as the boys sip on a good one Find out more about Booker's at https://www.bookersbourbon.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E130 · Wed, January 20, 2021
Jim and Mike hang out with Lucky Seven to review the Jokester and Holdout. Two of the Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey expressions from Lucky Seven Spirits. Ashley Barnes, the "Witchy Woman" of bourbon joins us again as we sample her blending expertise in crafting these whiskies. Find out more about Lucky Seven at https://luckysevenspirits.com Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E129 · Mon, January 18, 2021
A Craft Distillery Monday episode featuring the cask strength bourbon from Penelope. We have been pleasantly surprised by the bourbons coming across our bar lately. Penelope is no exception. This one definitely delivers on flavor. There is also a tasting note you will not want to miss out on. Be sure to listen in. Find out more about Penelope at https://penelopebourbon.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E128 · Wed, January 13, 2021
Mike heads to the hills of Kentucky to visit with Discovery Channel Moonshiners Donnie and Teresa the Beattyville Hillbillies. They talk all things moonshine and sip on some of the good stuff! Find out more about our the Donnie and Teresa and all they have going on at their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Moonshiners-Donnie-Teresa-The-Beattyville-Hillbillies-2095153150561426 Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E127 · Mon, January 11, 2021
We already know we love some whiskies form Utah. Thanks to a good friend out west, we get a chance to try the bourbon whiskey from Sugar House Distilling in Salt Lake City Utah. Listen in as the boys put this one though the gauntlet. Find out more about Sugar House Distillery at https://www.sugarhousedistillery.net/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E126 · Wed, January 06, 2021
Jim, Mike sip on the new "big boy" from Angel's Envy... the 2020 Cask Strength Bourbon release. In this episode they recap 2020 and talk about the highs and the lows and what is in store for 2021. Find out more about our private Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E125 · Mon, January 04, 2021
Something that you don't see very often is a Bottled in Bond Tennessee Whiskey. Jim and Mike are blessed with an early look at this expression from Leiper's Fork Distillery in Tennessee. Join us as we explore this whiskey and talk about what it takes to make a Tennessee Whiskey Find out more about the Leiper's Fork Distillery at https://leipersforkdistillery.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E124 · Wed, December 30, 2020
Jim, Mike and a few Roadies gather to fight it our in a "Blind Bottle Challenge". Also hear about our "Bourbon of the Year" and "Craft Distillery of the Year". Find out more about our private Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2612790862081576 Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E123 · Mon, December 28, 2020
It has been a long time coming, but it is finally here. Castle & Key has released their first whiskey product, Restoration Kentucky Rye Whiskey. A limited release of 60 barrels (~13,000 bottles) is making its way into the marketplace and getting snatched up just as fast. Find out more about the Castle & Key and the Restoration Kentucky Rye Whiskey at https://castleandkey.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E122 · Wed, December 23, 2020
Jim and Mike try some whiskey made in the period style of George Washington's Mount Vernon Distillery. We also talk about the Christmas of 1777 and the winter encampment at Valley Forge and the part whiskey played. Find out more about Mount Vernon Distillery at https://www.mountvernon.org/the-estate-gardens/distillery/ Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E121 · Mon, December 21, 2020
Jim and Mike try for the first time on the show a great bottle from an Oregon Distillery. Although there are quite a few distilleries in Oregon, this is a first for us. We try the Bottled In Bond Bourbon from Oregon Spirit Distillers. You should tune in to hear more about this single barrel. Find out more about Oregon Spirit Distillers at http://oregonspiritdistillers.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E120 · Wed, December 16, 2020
Jim and Mike hang with Dusty Dan to explore the world of vintage bourbons. In this episode we sample some 1955 Old Crow, a 1963 Very Old Fitzgerald Bottled in Bond, a 1969 Early Times and a 1985 Old Grandad 114 Barrel Proof. Find out more about Dusty Dan at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIJFVmfma7OKaKWGXhUrmHQ/videos Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E119 · Mon, December 14, 2020
Jim and Mike try a well crafted rye out of south Georgia from the Thirteenth Colony Distillery. This 96/4 rye is a nice surprise and is a fine example of what our craft distilleries are capable of. Make sure you listen in and grab a bottle of this whiskey if you get a chance. Find out more about Thirteenth Colony at https://thirteenthcolony.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E118 · Wed, December 09, 2020
Jim and Mike sit down with Brand Ambassador Adam Harris and taste the Legent Finished Bourbon from Beam Suntory. This bourbon is a collaboration between Jim Beam's Master Distiller Fred Noe and Suntory Blender Shinji Fukuyo. Find out more about Legent at https://www.legentbourbon.com/ Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E117 · Mon, December 07, 2020
Jim and Mike sip on a a powerful yet flavor packed single barrel bourbon from our good friends at Frey Ranch Distillery. This bottle represents their newly launched single barrel program. Colby promised this bottle when we talked last. Thanks Colby. Find out more about Frey Ranch at https://freyranch.com/ Thanks to our great sponsor for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E116 · Wed, December 02, 2020
Jim and Mike sip on a little "Juke Joint Whiskey" from B.R. Distilling in Memphis Tennessee. The boys sit down with McCauley Williams and try their two flagship labels, Blue Note Bourbon and Riverset Rye. This stuff is surprisingly good. Don't miss it! Find out more about B.R. Distilling at https://www.brdistilling.com/ Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E115 · Mon, November 30, 2020
Jim and Mike get a first look at a barrel pick sample from the new Green River Distilling Company. The release is not set until 2021, but you will not want to miss this review of a restored name from the past. Visit Green River at https://www.greenriverdistilling.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E114 · Wed, November 25, 2020
Jim visits Roadie and original co-host Randy Minnick. They sip a few Virginia whiskies while enjoying a true Blue Ridge Mountain weekend. Featured pours include Knuckle and Catoctin Creek. We welcome you to join our Facebook Group "The Bourbon Roadies". Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E113 · Mon, November 23, 2020
Jim and Mike break out the first of the holiday bourbons. This week we try "The Holiday Toast" from Chicago based Lucky Seven. It is a 115 proof winter sipper from one of our very good friends, Ashely Barnes. Visit Lucky Seven at https://luckysevenspirits.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E112 · Wed, November 18, 2020
Jim and Mike drink a little Shackleton Blended Malt Scotch Whiskey as well as some Angel's Envy Cask Strength Finished Bourbon on this episode as they talk with Drew Hannush of Whiskey Lore. Find out more about Whiskey Lore at https://www.whiskey-lore.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E111 · Mon, November 16, 2020
Jim, Mike and his son Jake sip on a 14 year old straight Kentucky bourbon from Calumet Farm. This bottle called "Single Rack Black" is a well aged Kentucky Bourbon with some notes that might surprise you. Definitely listen in to find out! Visit Calumet at https://www.calumetbourbon.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E110 · Wed, November 11, 2020
Jim and Mike taste their way through a couple of single barrel expressions that are also "store picks". Listen in as they dissect these bourbons and talk about single barrels and store picks. We welcome you to join our Facebook Group "The Bourbon Roadies". Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E109 · Mon, November 09, 2020
Jim and Mike sip on Melrose, the Double Barrel Rye from J.W. Kelly in Chattanooga Tennessee. This gentle sipper will definitely surprise you. Listen in to find out! Check out J.W. Kelly at https://www.jwkelly.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E108 · Wed, November 04, 2020
Jim and Mike welcome Pinhook's Sean Josephs for a great time sampling their latest bourbon and rye expressions. We also sample the vertical "Bourbon War" series with the 4 and 5 year expressions. Find out more about Pinhook at https://www.pinhookbourbon.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E107 · Mon, November 02, 2020
Jim and Mike take a little time with a new expression from Maker's Mark. The 46 Cask Strength get a close look from the guys in this episode. Will it live up to all the hype? Don't miss this episode. Check out Maker's Mark at https://www.makersmark.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E106 · Wed, October 28, 2020
In this episode, Jim and Mike spend a little time with some well aged Irish Whiskey from Knappogue Castle. Don't miss this episode as we try 12, 14 and 16 year Irish Whiskey. Find out more about Knappogue Castle at https://www.knappoguewhiskey.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E105 · Mon, October 26, 2020
S1 E104 · Wed, October 21, 2020
In this episode, Jim and Mike explore a couple of bourbons that spent more than 15 years in the barrel. What can you expect from an extra aged bourbon. What effect does the barrel have after so long? Check out our private Facebook group: The Bourbon Roadies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E103 · Mon, October 19, 2020
Jim and Mike try the new My Old Kentucky Home Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Boundary Oak Distillery in Radcliff, Kentucky. Listen in for a great give-a-way near the end of the show. Check out Boundary Oak at: https://boundaryoakdistillery.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E102 · Wed, October 14, 2020
Jim and Mike ease into fall with a couple of great choices for the cooler weather. Find out what they guys like when the leaves start to turn and there is a chill in the air. Check out our top 10. Check out our private Facebook group: The Bourbon Roadies Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our great sponsors for their support in producing this episode: Premium Bar Products: https://premiumbarproducts.com/ Logheads Home Center: https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E101 · Sun, October 11, 2020
Jim and Mike revisit an old favorite in celebration of episode 101. Jim cut his teeth on Wild Turkey 101 and he is glad to have it back on this special Craft Distillery Monday episode. Check out Wild Turkey at: https://wildturkeybourbon.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E100 · Wed, October 07, 2020
Jim and Mike sit down with Jay Erisman, co-Founder and Chief Whiskey Man from New Riff Distilling in Newport Kentucky. Jay walks us through their two flagship products, the bottled-in-bond Bourbon and Rye whiskies. Find out more about New Riff at https://newriffdistilling.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to our sponsors for supporting this episode. Logheads Home Center - https://logheadshomecenter.com/ Premium Bar Products - https://premiumbarproducts.com/
S1 E99 · Mon, October 05, 2020
Jim and Mike sit down with Blackened, the award-winning whiskey collaboration from late Master Distiller Dave Pickerell and Metallica. It is a blend bourbons & ryes finished in black brandy casks along with the music of Metallica. Check out Blackened at: https://blackenedwhiskey.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E98 · Wed, September 30, 2020
Jim and Mike spend a little time with the folks from Lone Elm and sample their straight wheat whiskies. Bill and Brandon hang out with The Bourbon Road and discuss their products as well as the strong brand they're building in Texas. Find out more about Lone Elm at https://www.lone-elm.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E97 · Mon, September 28, 2020
Jim and Mike try a 15 year Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey from Three Chord called Whiskey Drummer. Neil and Ari hit it out of the park with this fine expression. Check out Three Chord at: https://threechordbourbon.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E96 · Wed, September 23, 2020
Jim and Mike dive into a couple of finished bourbons to talk about what it means to be finished. They taste the Dareringer from Rabbit Hole and the Jospeh Magnus Bourbon. https://josephmagnus.com/spirits/joseph-magnus-bourbon/ https://www.rabbitholedistillery.com/spirits/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E95 · Mon, September 21, 2020
Jim and Mike review the new Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel produced at Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown Kentucky. We've been watching for this bottle and you won't want to miss this episode. Find out more about the Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel at https://elijahcraig.com/toasted-barrel Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E94 · Wed, September 16, 2020
Jim and Mike hang out with Ariel Jahn, Brand Ambassador of Woodinville Whiskey Company from Washington State. They try both the straight bourbon as well as the 100% rye in this weeks episode. Check out Woodinville: https://www.woodinvillewhiskeyco.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E93 · Mon, September 14, 2020
Jim and Mike try a straight wheat whiskey from Old Dominick in Memphis Tennessee. A surprising wheat with an interesting one-of-a kind flavor profile from Master Distiller, Alex Castle. Check out Old Dominick at https://olddominick.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E92 · Wed, September 09, 2020
Jim and Mike spend a little time talking through some bourbon basics while tasting four very good whiskies. Don't miss this episode as we try a couple old standards as well as a new release and a very special big boy four grain bourbon. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E91 · Mon, September 07, 2020
Jim and Mike try a rye from Blaum Brothers in Galena, Illinois. A great tasting rye from the home of Knotter Bourbon. Check out Blaum Brothers at https://www.blaumbros.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E90 · Wed, September 02, 2020
Jim, Mike and Adam sip on a little CYPB and some Stagg Jr. on this barrel pick prep night. A lot of great conversation, good bourbon and anticipation for our Wilderness Trail pick. Adam is one of the moderators on The Bourbon Roadies. We welcome you to join The Bourbon Roadies private Facebook Group. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E89 · Mon, August 31, 2020
Jim and Mike try a rye malt whiskey from our friends at Chattanooga Whiskey. This expression is a four grain, malt forward expression that is aged more than three years. This unfiltered 99 proof rye is a year round sipper. Check out Chattanooga Whiskey at https://chattanoogawhiskey.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E88 · Wed, August 26, 2020
Mike invites the team from Tennessee's Leiper's Fork Distillery and Master Blender, Ashley Barnesr for and episode you will not soon forget. Rye and Bourbon are flowing in this episode! Leiper's Fork: https://leipersforkdistillery.com/ Ashley Barnes: https://www.thespiritsgroup.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E87 · Mon, August 24, 2020
Jim and Mike try a bourbon whiskey with a new twist. Oak & Eden has a bourbon finished with a toasted oak spire. We're gonna dive into this one and give you a fair look at a distillery who is stepping outside the box trying something new. Check out Oak & Eden at https://www.oakandeden.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E86 · Wed, August 19, 2020
Jim and Mike site down with Colby Frey of Frey Ranch Whiskey Farmers of Fallon Nevada. We enjoy two of their expressions, a four grain bourbon and a straight rye. Both made from grains grown on the farm. A distillery is located in the oasis of Nevada. Find out more about Frey Ranch at https://freyranch.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E85 · Mon, August 17, 2020
Jim and Mike venture into the great northwest (virtually) to explore a port finished straight bourbon from Woodinville. Not our first time sipping on Woodinville. Listen in to find out if this one stands up to the test. Check out Woodinville Whiskey at https://www.woodinvillewhiskeyco.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E84 · Wed, August 12, 2020
David Jennings (Rare Bird 101) joins us to drink some Wild Turkey 17 Year Bottled in Bond as well as the new Rare Breed Rye. We talk all things Turkey including David's New Book, "American Spirit: Wild Turkey Bourbon from Ripy to Russell". Find out more about Rare Bird 101 at https://rarebird101.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E83 · Mon, August 10, 2020
Jim and Mike try a new eight year old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Buck is a surprising find at $28 per bottle. We hope you enjoy this review! Check out The Bourbon Roadies private Facebook group and join in on the conversation! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
Bonus · Fri, August 07, 2020
Mike joins his Son Jake at Barksdale Air Force Base to celebrate Father's day while sipping on three different expressions of Blanton's, They include Original, Gold and Straight From the Barrel. Check our our private Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies" and hang out with bourbon loving like minded people. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad
S1 E81 · Wed, August 05, 2020
Mike finishes his quarantine and invites Jim over for a couple of epic pours. We enjoy the Old Fitzgerald 9 year Bottled in Bond 2020 and the Orphan Barrel Rhetoric 25 year. Don't miss this one! Check our our private Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies" and hang out with bourbon loving like minded people. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E80 · Mon, August 03, 2020
Jim and Mike explore a Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Boulder Spirits in Colorado. Don't miss this episode as we taste this high malt bourbon whiskey from the great state of Colorado. We hope you enjoy this review! Check out Boulder Spirits at https://boulder-spirits.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E79 · Wed, July 29, 2020
Mike spends the day with Steve Coomes, whiskey journalist and event architect of the 2020 Bardstown Bourbon Festival. They discuss whiskey, current times as well as great new plans for the Bardstown Bourbon Festival this fall. Find out more about Steve and what he has going on at https://stevecoomes.com Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E78 · Mon, July 27, 2020
Jim and Mike sample another Texas "wheater" on this Craft Distillery Monday episode. Join in as they sip on this fine Texas whiskey fermented with yeast isolated from a Texas pecan. You won't want to miss this episode. Check out TX Straight Bourbon at https://www.frdistilling.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E77 · Wed, July 22, 2020
Jim and Mike try a smooth and inviting American Whiskey from Country Smooth as they talk with Lori Carcich, Founder and CEO of Country Smooth. Hang out as we take a deep dive into her company and vision for this women owned whiskey company, Findout more about Country Smooth at http://countrysmooth.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/.
S1 E76 · Mon, July 20, 2020
Jim and Mike try the port finished eight year old bourbon from Boondocks. An expression created by Dave Scheurich, a legend of the industry that has helped create some of America’s most recognized whiskeys over the last 40 years. Check out Boondocks at https://www.boondockswhiskey.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E75 · Wed, July 15, 2020
Jim and Mike do their best to determine which bourbon (or rye) makes the best whiskey and coke. You might be very surprised to find out who makes the top of the list and who does not. Come to our Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies" and hang out with some great people who love to talk about bourbon. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/.
S1 E74 · Mon, July 13, 2020
Jim and Mike try the new release of Old Tub Bottled in Bond Bourbon from Jim Beam. Historically, this bourbon dates back to the early days of Beam. It has been available in the gift shop in Kentucky, but now widely available. Check out Jim Beam at https://www.jimbeam.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E73 · Wed, July 08, 2020
Jim and Mike take a road trip to the northern edge of The Bourbon Trail to visit Boone County Distilling. During our visit we interview Josh Quinn, one of the owners and founders of the distillery. We try their small batch and six year single barrel. Check out Boone County at at https://boonedistilling.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E72 · Mon, July 06, 2020
Jim and Mike sip on a single barrel offering from J.W. Kelly of Chattanooga Tennessee. Chattanooga has it going on when it comes to bourbon whiskey and J.W. Kelly is no exception. Don't miss our review of their 109 proof single barrel bourbon. Check out J.W. Kelly at: https://jwkelly.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E71 · Wed, July 01, 2020
Mike continues his Texas road trip to Denison to visit Ironroot Republic. The folks at Ironroot pull out all the stops as they scour the warehouse, thieving barrels and come up with 6 different whiskies to taste for the episode. A must listen! Check out Ironroot Republic at https://www.ironrootrepublic.com Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/.
S1 E70 · Mon, June 29, 2020
Jim and Mike sip on the new Kentucky Straight Rye from Pinhook. Rye'd On is a 97 proof, two year rye that was produced at the Castle and Key Distillery in Frankfort Kentucky. Listen in as we review the highly anticipated liquid. Check out Pinhook at: https://www.pinhookbourbon.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E69 · Wed, June 24, 2020
Mike takes a road trip to Texas and visits Balcones Distillery in Waco Texas. He and the boys from Balcones sample a long list of whiskey expressions as they talk about bourbon, single malts and all things Texas Whiskey. Check out Balcones at https://balconesdistilling.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/.
S1 E68 · Mon, June 22, 2020
Jim and Mike drink a little wheat whiskey this week from a distillery in Washington State. Dry Fly is a true "farm to bottle" operation that makes every drop they sell. What goes better together than fly fishing and whiskey? Check out Dry Fly Distillery at: http://dryflydistilling.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E67 · Wed, June 17, 2020
Jim and Mike taste some Bulleit Bourbon with Sam from the Bourbon House in the UK. Sam is a big fan of Bulleit Bourbon and we have a great time hanging out with him virtually in his very own Bourbon House. You'll love the energy of this episode. Check out The Bourbon House on Instagram @thebourbonhouse Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/.
S1 E66 · Mon, June 15, 2020
Jim and Mike try a Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Rugged Branch Distillery in Charlottesville, Virginia. A wheated bourbon and Double Gold Medal Winner at the 2020 San Fransisco World Spirits Competition. Check out Ragged Branch Distillery at: https://www.raggedbranch.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E65 · Wed, June 10, 2020
Jim and Mike welcome back co-host Randy Minnick for a fun filled night of tasting listener samples. Included is a hazmat proof rye and an Old Grandad distilled in 1962. You won't want to miss this episode as the boys try a collection of samples. Check out our Facebook group 'The Bourbon Roadies". Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/.
S1 E64 · Mon, June 08, 2020
Jim and Mike taste Deceptivus Bourbon from Cadée. This ruby port finished bourbon is one of several Maritime Whiskey's available from Cadée. We hope you enjoy this episode, our second installment in Craft Distillery Monday. Check out Cadée Distillery at: https://www.cadeedistillery.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E63 · Wed, June 03, 2020
Jim and Mike face off with two well known classics in this episode. Heaven Hills six year and seven year bottled in bond expressions go head to head. Who will win out in this showdown. Check out Heaven Hill Brands at: https://www.heavenhill.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Logheads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about high log furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/.
S1 E62 · Mon, June 01, 2020
Jim and Mike are joined by Wilson Torres from Union Horse Distilling Co. out of Lenexa Kansas. We taste and review three of their expressions on our new Craft Distillery Monday series. Check out Union Horse Distillery at: http://www.unionhorse.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to Premium Bar Products for supporting this episode. Find out more about high quality laser etched glassware at https://premiumbarproducts.com/.
S1 E61 · Wed, May 27, 2020
Mike takes another road trip and heads north into Indiana not far from the Wabash River west of Indianapolis. He gets a chance to visit Old 55 Distillery, sit down with Distiller Jason Fruits and taste some truly unique whiskies. Check out Old 55 Distillery at: https://old55distillery.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E60 · Wed, May 20, 2020
Jim and Mike get a chance to hang out with Dan Garrison, Founder of Garrison Brothers Distillery. A true pioneer in whiskey making and first to tackle the Texas climate for making bourbon whiskey. We try two of his expressions. Check out Garrison Brothers at: https://www.garrisonbros.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E59 · Wed, May 13, 2020
Jim and Mike challenge each other with a selection of whiskies. Mike picks the east and Jim goes west with a shootout that will surprise you. Listen in as the boys bring you five bottles with detailed tasting notes and fun to boot Check out our private Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies:. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E58 · Wed, May 06, 2020
Jim and Mike hang out in the virtual Bourbon Road Speakeasy with Haley Perros of Wilderness Trail Distillery. We taste their three primary expressions and talk about all things Wilderness Trail. Check it out! Check out Wilderness Trail at https://wildernesstraildistillery.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E57 · Wed, April 29, 2020
Jim and Mike celebrate one year of The Bourbon Road. Remembering good times, great bourbon and some awesome guests. They sample six different Knob Creek expressions while remembering 2019. Check out our Facebook group "The Bourbon Roadies". Great people with a common interest. Lots of fun! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E56 · Wed, April 22, 2020
Jim and Mike explore Indian bourbon whiskey with Alan Bishop and Jolee Kasprazak of Spirits of French Lick. We sample the Lee Sinclair 4 grain bourbon, the Wheater as well as their Old Clifty Hoosier Apple Brandy. Find out more about Spirits of French Lick at https://www.spiritsoffrenchlick.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E55 · Wed, April 15, 2020
Jim and Mike get to sit down and drink a little bourbon with two listeners and fellow "Roadies" who are in town to visit distilleries. Jason and Jennifer are great people and we welcome them on a show to talk about their love of all things bourbon. Check out 'The Bourbon Roadies" group on Facebook. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E54 · Wed, April 08, 2020
Jim and Mike hang out in Jim's basement with Mark and Sherri Carter of the Old Carter Whiskey Company. The Carters are old friends with new whiskey... and we are excited to try it. Listen as we get a first look at three new products releasing soon. Check out https://www.oldcarterwhiskeyco.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E53 · Wed, April 01, 2020
What a treat to hang out with Steve Coomes. A master storyteller and well known bourbon country personality. Steve spends a little time with Jim and Mike at Justins House of Bourbon in Louisville Kentucky, drinking bourbon and telling stories. More about Steve at https://www.stevecoomes.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E52 · Wed, March 25, 2020
Jim and Mike hang with Old Forester Master Taster Jackie Zykan in Louisville. They are among the first 5 people to taste the new 2020 Birthday Bourbon. They also sample the Presidents Choice (barrel 6) and talk all things Old Forester. More about the Old Forester at https://www.oldforester.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E51 · Wed, March 18, 2020
Jim and Mike get a chance to try the new Old Forester Single Barrel Select expressions of Old Forester. At 100 proof and barrel strength they are giving a choice to barrel select customers. You will be surprised at what we taste on these! More about the Old Forester at https://www.oldforester.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
Bonus · Mon, March 16, 2020
This St. Patricks Day is still a celebration, even though we're doing it from home. Jim and Mike sit down with a bottle of Slane Irish Whiskey to make the best of things. We hope this extra episode will "Shorten Your Road". More about the Slane Irish Whisky at https://www.slaneirishwhiskey.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E49 · Wed, March 11, 2020
Little did we know that John Edwards from The Dads Drinking Bourbon podcast had plans to take over our show. He turns the tables in the interview and suggests we "Free Big Chief". Lots of laughs and some great bourbons too! More about the Dads Drinking Bourbon at https://dadsdrinkingbourbon.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E48 · Wed, March 04, 2020
What a great time as Jim and Mike sit down with Peggy Noe Stevens for a bourbon and food pairing. Peggy announces her new book "Which Fork Do I Use with My Bourbon?: Setting the Table for Tastings, Food Pairings, Dinners, and Cocktail Parties". More about Peggy at https://peggynoestevens.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E47 · Wed, February 26, 2020
The boys visit Nelson's Greenbrier Distillery in Nashville Tennessee to talk with Andy Nelson. This distillery has a great history and a very unique story to go with it. They are making some great whiskey expressions which we try. Check out Nelson's Greenbrier at https://greenbrierdistillery.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E46 · Wed, February 19, 2020
Mike visits Leiper's Fork Distillery to talk with Lee Kennedy and the rest of the crew. These guys are crafting spirits using local ingredients, bringing back a bit of lost history and heritage in their mall batch whiskey production. Check out Leiper's Fork at https://leipersforkdistillery.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E45 · Wed, February 12, 2020
Jim travels to Columbus Ohio to visit his old friend Jason Callori. Jason hosts the madly popular YouTube Channel "The Mash & Drum". With nearly 8 thousand subscribers, Jason's channel is a definite must watch in the ever growing genre of "Whiskey Tubers". Check out The Mash & Drum on YouTube. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E44 · Wed, February 05, 2020
Today we get to raid the very best of Mark Rucker's bar. Mark is behind "The Bourbon Life" Instagram page. With over 30,000 followers Mark is a real force in bourbon social media. He is also a great guy with a lot of good bottles. Find out more about The Bourbon Life on Instagram @the_bourbon_life Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E43 · Thu, January 30, 2020
Angel's Envy is firing on all cylinders! In this episode, Mike chats with Wes Henderson and talks, bourbon, business, family and all things Angel's Envy. They taste several expressions and Wes introduces a new Cellar Collection release. Find out more about Angel's Envy at https://www.angelsenvy.com Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
Bonus · Wed, January 29, 2020
We needed to delay our episode this week by one day to coincide with an amazing bourbon release. But, we didn't want to miss our regularly scheduled episode timing, so Mike has put out this bonus review of Buffalo Trace with a little bit of history. Hope you enjoy, and see you again tomorrow! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E41 · Wed, January 22, 2020
Every now and then it's good to kick back in front of a roaring fire and enjoy some good bourbon. This week, Jim and Mike walk their way through four expressions of W.L. Weller. With Mike's good dog Woodrow at their feet, they reflect on 2019 and talk about plans for the upcoming year! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E40 · Wed, January 15, 2020
Jim and Mike join Bluegrass Distillers' Co-Founder Sam Rock in the barrel room of his Lexington distillery to sip on some locally made bourbons. We chat about the company, the products and what the future holds. Find out more about Bluegrass Distillers at https://www.bluegrassdistillers.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E39 · Wed, January 08, 2020
Jim and Mike kick back in with Michael Veach in his upstairs whiskey room. Michael, an inductee into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame is considered the foremost authority on bourbon history. Join us while we chat and sip bourbon. Find out more about Michael Veach at https://bourbonveach.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E38 · Wed, January 01, 2020
In this "Third Pour Episode", Jim and Mike join friends Paul and Troy for a blind bourbon bottle challenge. With their wives in the audience, they blind judge the four bourbons they brought with an MSRP of $45 to $55. The winner gets to take home a bottle of Screwball Peanut Butter Whiskey. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E37 · Wed, December 25, 2019
In the 2nd of a two part series, Big Chief talks with three distilleries in his tour of the south. He tastes products of Stone Face Distillery, the Distillery at Kiepersol and Rock Town Distillery. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. http://www.valiantvineyards.us/ https://kiepersol.com/distillery https://rocktowndistillery.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E36 · Wed, December 18, 2019
In the first of a two part series, Big Chief visits three distilleries in his tour of the south. He talks and tastes the products of Old Dominick Distillery, Rich Grain Distillery and Seven Three Distillery. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. https://olddominick.com https://richdistilling.com http://www.seventhreedistilling.com Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E35 · Wed, December 11, 2019
The Getz Museum has a 50 year collection of rare items related to the Bourbon Industry dating to pre-Colonial days. Director Linda McCloskey joins us with Bill Renn from Heaven Hill Distillery in this holiday themed episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about the museum at https://www.oscargetzwhiskeymuseum.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E34 · Wed, December 04, 2019
Lisa Wicker, Head Distiller at Widow Jane joins us at the Oscar Getz Museum to talk about her products, her journey in the business and the distillery. We taste her 10 year bourbon and the new release of "The Vaults" 14 year old bourbon. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Widow Jane at https://widowjane.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E33 · Wed, November 27, 2019
We head to Volare Restaurant in Louisville to sit down with Chef Josh Moore. Josh is an accomplished chef who has recently added "Chopped Champion" to his resume. His social media followers know him well for his weekly Fish Friday posts. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Volare at https://volare-restaurant.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E32 · Wed, November 20, 2019
We head to Bardstown Bourbon Company to talk with Mark Erwin and Dan Callaway about the company as well as their Fusion and Discovery expressions. We also take explore the history, operations and future of the company. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Bardstown Bourbon Company at https://bardstownbourbon.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E31 · Wed, November 13, 2019
We travel Hotel Tango Distillery in Indianapolis. Travis Barnes joins us to talk about his journey to start America's first Disabled Combat Veteran Distillery. Their spirits are "Distilled with Discipline" and "Ready to Serve". Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Hotel Tango at https://hoteltangowhiskey.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E30 · Wed, November 06, 2019
Our hosts join fellow veterans David and Gina to drink a little bourbon and talk about the Veterans Club. At over 2500 members strong, they help provide connection, healing, recovery, housing, and employment for veterans. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about the Veteran's Club at https://www.veteransclubky.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E29 · Wed, October 30, 2019
A sit down with Bruce Corwin, Founder of the Bourbon Brotherhood. We discuss the club's humble beginnings, and how it has become 1300 members strong. Sipping on bourbon, we recall past events and look at what's to come. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Bourbon Brotherhood at http://www.bourbonbrotherhood.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E28 · Wed, October 23, 2019
Mike gets a chance to hang out with rising country music artist Dustin Collins. His recent album "It's Been Awhile" debuted on four separate Billboard charts. Dustin tells his story while sharing acoustic versions of a few of his songs. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Dustin at https://dustincollinsmusic.com Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E27 · Wed, October 16, 2019
Jim and Mike get a rare peek behind the scenes of the Worlds Top Craft Distiller, Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company in Louisville, Kentucky. Caleb Kilburn takes us on his journey to becoming Kentucky Peerless' Master Distiller. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Peerless at https://kentuckypeerless.com Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E26 · Wed, October 09, 2019
It's early October... and it's 95 degrees outside! We take a break from interviews and decide to enjoy a bottle kill episode in Jim's 65 degree basement studio. Join us while we finish off three near empty bottles to clear some room in the bar. We also sample Jim's private blend called "Old Hoot". Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E25 · Wed, October 02, 2019
The awards keep coming as Michael Myers of Distillery 291 blazes a trail for his western whiskies. Join us as we sit down with Michael and sip on his products while exploring the world of Colorado Whiskey. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Check out Distillery 291 at https://distillery291.com Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E24 · Wed, September 25, 2019
In this episode we collaborate with Michael and Scott from "The Bourbon Lens" podcast to record a joint episode. We explore five cask strength ryes while we discuss numerous bourbon related topics. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Check out The Bourbon Lens at https://bourbonlens.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E23 · Wed, September 18, 2019
You'll enjoy following Big Chief as he make his rounds at this year's Kentucky State BBQ Festival. He talks with Steve Coomes, Susan Reigler, Haley Perros, Big Moe Cason and the folks at Peg Leg Porker among many others. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Visit the festival website at http://www.kybbqfestival.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E22 · Wed, September 11, 2019
Jim and Mike talk bourbon with Brent Goodin from Boundary Oak Distillery. We sip on the well-known Abraham Lincoln bourbon. A few bottles of this bourbon have topped $25,000 in charity auctions. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Visit Boundary Oak Distillery at http://boundaryoakdistillery.com Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E21 · Wed, September 04, 2019
Jim and Randy drop some breaking news. They discuss changes to The Bourbon Road podcast and what the future holds. We taste three different bourbons from the states of Virginia, Texas and Kentucky while hanging out with our good friend Mike "Big Chief" Hiatt. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E20 · Wed, August 28, 2019
Our guest is Bo Garrett, guitarist for Montgomery Gentry and tour guide at the Wild Turkey Distillery. Bo talks about coming up with Montgomery Gentry. He also talks about leading tours at Wild Turkey. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Follow Bo on Instagram @firebirdbo and @montgomerygentry Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E19 · Wed, August 21, 2019
Our guests are Shane Baker and Pat Heist from Wilderness Trail. We sip on their whiskeys as we chat about the amazing story that led to the creation of Wilderness Trail Distillery. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Wilderness Trail at http://wildernesstraildistillery.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E18 · Wed, August 14, 2019
Jim and Randy host a blind bottle share with their close friends Mike and Brian. Each brings a bottle under $20 shrouded in a brown paper bag. Tastings are done, scores are given. Winner gets his choice from the top shelf and losers drink from the bottom shelf. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E17 · Wed, August 07, 2019
Our guest is Elizabeth McCall, Assistant Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve. We chat about her life both at work and at play while sipping on some incredible Woodford products. There is also a special appearance by Chris Morris, Master Distiller. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to Woodford Reserve for sponsoring this episode. Find out more about Woodford Reserve and their amazing products at https://www.woodfordreserve.com/
S1 E16 · Wed, July 31, 2019
Our guest is Mark Klein, comedian and self proclaimed bourbon aficionado. Mark talks about his comedy, history and horse racing. Jim and Randy sip on a little Michter's Toasted Bourbon and Peerless Bourbon. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Mark at http://corpjester.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E15 · Wed, July 24, 2019
Our guest is Brian Haara, author of Bourbon Justice. We discuss why bourbon is uniquely qualified to tell the story of our American History. They sip on the BBC Fusion #1 and Heaven Hill Bottled in Bond. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Brian at https://brianhaara.com/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/ https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E14 · Wed, July 17, 2019
Jim and Randy sit down with Cole and April from Whiskey River to drink some Weller 107 and talk about their music. We discus their military service and how they met. They surprise us with a really special Four Roses cocktail for the second pour. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find out more about Whiskey River at https://whiskeyriver.live/ Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https://logheadshomecenter.com/
S1 E13 · Wed, July 10, 2019
In this episode, Jim and Randy sit down with Terry Welshans, owner of Bourbon Air Tours in Bardstown Kentucky. We sip on two expressions of Rebel Yell while talking about his service to our country in Vietnam as well as his booming distillery air tour business. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https:/logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E12 · Wed, July 03, 2019
Jim and Randy spend time with Virginia Rankin from Mert's Cakes in Louisville, Kentucky. They sip on Blanton's and Angel's Envy Finished Rye while talking about bourbons and their uses in baking cakes. They also talk about some high profile customers in the bourbon industry. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to Mert's Cakes for supporting this episode. Find out more about their Spirited Praline Cakes at https://mertscakes.com/ .
S1 E11 · Wed, June 26, 2019
In this episode, Jim and Randy sit down with Chris Zaborowski, co-owner at Westport Whiskey & Wine in Louisville Kentucky. They talk in detail about barrel selections at each of the distilleries. We also talk about the Stave & Thief Bourbon Steward Certifications. We drink barrel selections from Wild Turkey's Kentucky Spirit and Grass Widow. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https:/logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E10 · Wed, June 19, 2019
Our first "Third Pour" episode is a blind bourbon bottle share challenge with the popular YouTube whiskey channels, "The Mash and Drum Whiskey Room" and "My Bourbon Journey". Also joining us is Dan Trout from the upcoming channel "Dusty Dan's Whiskey Reviews". Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https:/logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E9 · Wed, June 12, 2019
Jim and Randy talk about some upcoming bourbon releases and address some listener questions. They also review some of the show's past episodes. Jim explains sour mash -vs- sweet mash and Randy finally talks about his moonshining ancestors from Kentucky. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https:/logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E8 · Wed, June 05, 2019
We talk with Mark and Sherri Carter of the Old Carter Whiskey Company about what it's like to start a Bourbon and Whiskey company. We talk about barrels and blending and much more while sipping on their products. Subscribe to catch every episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find Old Carter at https://oldcarterwhiskeyco.com Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at https:/logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E7 · Wed, May 29, 2019
We talk with Lexington Bourbon Society about events, barrel picks and what it's like to be a member of a local bourbon group. Pours include a Knob Creek Rye Barrel Pick and an sneak peak of the new Wilderness Trail Rye Bourbon at barrel proof. Subscribe so you won't miss a single episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find LBS at lexingtonbourbonsociety.org Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E6 · Wed, May 22, 2019
We talk all things Wild Turkey with David Jennings of Rare Bird 101. We also discuss his up coming book while sipping on the Whiskey Bear/LBS Russells pick and the Single Cask Nation Wild Turkey #16-313 10 year. Subscribe so you won't miss a single episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find David's blog at rarebird101.com. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E5 · Wed, May 15, 2019
We interview Jeff Irish of Bourbon Barrel Rehab. We sip on bourbon while Jeff talks about barrel art and his many bourbon friends. Featured pours are Four Roses SB Select and Glenn's Creek OCD #5. Subscribe so you won't miss a single episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find the Bourbon Barrel rehab at bourbonbarrelrehab.com. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E4 · Wed, May 08, 2019
We interview Noah Glanville, President of Pit Barrel Cooker Company and Iraq War Veteran. We sip on bourbon while Noah talks about his youth, returning from the war and his successful company. Featured pours are W.B. Saffell and Bookers Backyard BBQ. Subscribe so you won't miss a single episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find the Pit Barrel Cooker Company at pitbarrelcooker.com. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E3 · Wed, May 01, 2019
We interview Chef David Danielson, Executive Chef of Churchill Downs and Chef/Proprietor of The Old Stone Inn and Tavern in Simpsonville, Kentucky. Featured pours are the new Legent from Beam Suntory and Jefferson's Reserve Old Rum Cask Finish. Subscribe so you won't miss a single episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Find our guest David Danielson at @kyderbychef and @oldstoneinn and on the web at oldstoneinntavern.com Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at logheadshomecenter.com.
S1 E2 · Tue, April 23, 2019
The hosts discuss bourbon country life, culture and a bit of personal history. Touching on friendship, family and the love of bourbon while sipping on some nice pours. Featured pours are Woodford Reserve Bottled in Bond and Very Old Barton Bottled in Bond. Subscribe so you won't miss a single episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad. Thanks to LogHeads Home Center for supporting this episode. Find out more about their fine rustic furniture at logheadshomecenter.com.
Trailer · Wed, March 27, 2019
The Bourbon Road is a journey through the culture and community of America’s native spirit. Each week we sip on Bourbon while talking with celebrities, musicians, chefs, business owners , industry experts and everyday enthusiasts. If Bourbon makes it better… or even the other way around, then we want to talk about it. Subscribe so you won't miss a single episode. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thebourbonroad.
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