Aussie Bourbon Lovers

Dave and H share a kind of silly pour of silly Howler Head. It's a 'Flavoured Bourbon' that tastes like one of our childhood treats. So, Dave and H reminisce and chat about what makes a bourbon, bourbon, and what makes banana lollies a fun shooter.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Howler Head Bourbon 03:02 Tasting Notes and Flavour Profile 05:55 Bourbon Classification and Regulations 08:46 RTDs and Bourbon in Australia

H and Dave pour a really old bourbon ... 18-year-old single barrel from Elijah Craig. Which provokes a conversation about whether old bourbon is better than bourbon that isn't as old, as well as a reflection of the Elijah Craig range.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Elijah Craig Single Barrel 18 Year 03:06 Exploring the Characteristics of Single Barrel Bourbons 03:35 The Elijah Craig Expressions We've Tried 06:01 Understanding Different Elijah Craig Expressions 09:12 Tasting Notes and Personal Preferences

Dave asks H to tell that story of how this Weller could have almost been a Pappy, and Dave remembers why he loves it so much - the bourbon, and the story. We think its a good one, but not everyone is quite so sure.     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Weller 12 Year Old Bourbon 02:49 Exploring the Flavour Profile of Weller 12 year 06:12 The Legacy of William Weller, or what we know of it 09:04 Comparing Weller Variants and Availability, but we might be wrong

Dave and H pour a glass of Costco's Kirkland Bottled in Bond, which might sound a bit odd, until you hear that it's from Barrels sourced from the Barton 1792 Distillery. It's a great pour for a supermarket brand bottle.   Chapters 00:30 Introduction to Kirkland Bottled in Bond Bourbon 01:30 The secrets of sourced whiskey. 02:49 Exploring the Differences in Bottling 03:30 The difference between this bottle and the 1792 BiB 04:45 Tasting notes of this pour 05:40 DSP KY12 at Barton 1792 05:59 The Aesthetics of Bourbon Bottles and the worst bottle shapes 08:30 How much does a good bottle mean? 09:07 Final Thoughts on Bourbon and Bottle Design

H and Dave pour some of the last of their Peerless Bourbon and remember just how good the Peerless hospitality is and how the experience of visiting the distillery is a must-do for every bourbon fan, even if you aren't a massive fan of the juice itself. But Dave certainly is a fan!   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Peerless Bourbon 01:30 Our Nose and Palette tasting notes 02:05 Tasting Experience and How Glassware can affect the tasting experience 04:00 The Unique Bottle shape for Peerless 05:00 All The Peerless Stories 06:05 Meeting Corky at the Peerless Distillery 06:30 What makes the bourbon different 08:30 Daves Controversial call 08:54 Why Visit Peerless Distillery? 10:00 The Shrinking size of pours for the Bourbon Lovers

Dave and H enjoy a pour of an easy 'Old Fo' to get your hands on Down Under, and chat about their favourite Old Forester facts and memories. This pour has a close link to a favourite movie title and is from one of the Aussie Bourbon Lover's favourite Distilleries ...but, do they love this pour?   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Old Forester Statesman 01:30 Nose from this pour 02:40 Old Forester as a Favourite Brand 03:14 Tasting Experience and Flavour Profile 04:00 The mouthfeel and drinking experience of this pour 04:40 Bourbon that makes you feel like a cowboy 06:55 Old Forester Distillery Tour Insights 09:00 Final Thoughts on Old Forester Statesman

H and Dave enjoy a pour of Penelope's Barrel Strength Expression after they put the kids to bed. It gives them a chance to talk about a different expression of one of H's favourite pours.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Penelope Bourbon 03:07 Exploring Penelope's Unique Expressions 05:50 Choosing the Perfect Bourbon 08:55 Personal Preferences and Bourbon Enjoyment

Dave and H have a night off bourbon to pour a much sought-after Rye whiskey from High West. This port finished rye has an incredible amount of fruit appeal and maybe something for even the bourbon drinker who says "I don't drink Rye's". We'll see.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Midwinter Night's Dram 02:58 Exploring Rye Whiskey Characteristics 05:49 The Influence of Port Barrels on Flavor 09:08 Personal Preferences in Whiskey Tasting

H and Dave pour a Gold Edition Blanton's and chat about what makes it unique compared to the much sought-after 'standard' Blanton's. Dave also shares four new things he's learned about Blanton's Gold in the last 24 hours. If you've got a bottle nearby, pour yourself a dram and settle in for a quick chat.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Blanton's Gold 03:12 Exploring the Unique Characteristics of Blanton's Gold and Facts #1 and #2 06:03 The Fascinating History of Warehouse H Fact #3 08:52 Fun Facts About Colonel Blanton and Fact #4

H and Dave pour some Toasted Barrel Elijah Craig bourbon and chat about how Andrea Wilson at Michter's pioneered the technique. Since then lots of distilleries have turned their hands to releasing their expressions and this is Heaven Hill's recent release of this. Elijah Craig also 'flash-char' their barrels a step that is unique.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 02:50 The Art of Toasting and Charring Barrels 03:30 The Launch of this expression at KBF 2023 04:30 The Flavours and finish of this pour 05:00 Elijah Craig: The Father of Bourbon? 06:00 The Control the Barrel has over the flavour 08:46 Personal Experiences and Recommendations

H and Dave are pleasantly surprised when they finally get around to 'knocking-the-top-off' this bottle of Lux Row Double Barrel 12Yr which is only available at the Distillery in Kentucky. They chat about their memories of their time at the distillery and the joy that the different distillery tours bring.   Chapters 00:00 Opening a New Bottle: Lux Row Double Barrel 12 Year 02:00 The Distillery Experience: Size and Uniqueness 04:00 A Hefty Cork 04:15 Tasting Notes 06:04 Tour Insights: Behind the Scenes at Lux Row 09:07 An Innovative Approach to Stave Finishing 11:31 Final Thoughts on Lux Row Bourbon

Dave and H pour a glass of a great wheated bourbon from Log Still and their 'Monk's Road' Label. Dave shares the story of one of his favourite distillery tours of all time and the wonderful distilling history of the area of Gethsemane, Kentucky. And they discover something new about themselves ... a shared background in artistic penmanship?!     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Monks Road Wheated Bourbon 00:50 Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2023 01:10 Why this bottle 01:30 Calligraphy Competitions 02:40 The Best Distillery Tour That You've Ever Been On 06:03 The Story Behind Monks Road 08:20 Log Still Offerings 08:40 The Reason its Called Log Still

Dave and H share a pour of a 'Purple Top', that doesn't have a purple top ... or any Willet Branding. Dave tells the story of how he got his hands on this bottle, and how the mash bill gave away the origin of the juice inside.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Bourbon Experience 02:49 Exploring the Hirsch Bourbon's Unique Characteristics 05:47 Personal Preferences in Bourbon Tasting 08:58 Conclusion and Recommendations

Dave and H pour a great cask strength bourbon from Oregon, and chat about the uniqueness of what Freeland Spirits has to offer. They also chat about other bourbon experiences in Portland and other non-Kentucky bourbon distilleries they've been able to visit so far.   Chapters 00:00 Exploring Unique Bourbons: Freeland Spirits 01:20 Women-Owned and Women-Distilled 01:35 How Dave Discovered this Distillery in Portland Oregon 02:45 Women's ability to taste vs Men's 05:11 Other bourbon experiences in Portland 07:30 The Distillery Experience: Beyond Kentucky 08:00 Great Merch from Freeland Spirits

Bear with Dave and H while they crack open a non-bourbon pour to celebrate Tasmanian and Australian Whisky after a visit to Tasmania. They talk a little about the very short history of Australian Distilling and Whisky making, and the link between America's Bourbon industry and the Aussie Whisky industry.     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Old Kempton Whiskey 02:53 Exploring the Australian Whiskey Industry 05:47 Tassie's Unique Distilling Culture 09:05 Supporting Local Aussie Distilleries

Dave and H and again joined by Green River's National Brand Ambassador Caryn Wells this time to chat about the Wheated Bourbon.  Caryn takes us through a journey of tasting bourbon as she guides guests at Green River, from nosing to tasting. Then shares how to experience Green River first hand when you get to Kentucky.   Chapters 00:00 Exploring Wheated Bourbon vs. High Rye Bourbon 03:13 The Art of Tasting Bourbon 05:52 Personal Preferences and Mixing Bourbon 08:54 Experiencing Green River Distillery 11:52 Unique Tours and Experiences at Green River

Dave and H are again joined by Shawn McCormick, Founder of BH James Distillers and chat more about his stories and where his expertise in food science and distilling meet ... while they enjoy a pour of his single barrel wheated bourbon. Shawn shares the story of how Baseball and Americana helped shape the Burton James brand and the story of the distillery. And the link between this bourbon and Australia's infamous Vegemite is revealed.   Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Distilling Bourbon 02:00 Food Science and Bourbon 05:00 The Start of BH James Distilling 06:45 Small Scale Bourbon Distilling 07:30 Vegemite and Bourbon 09:00 Challenges in the Bourbon Industry 10:47 Visiting the Distillery and Future Plans

H and Dave pour one of the highest proof bourbons on their shelf - a beautiful bottle of single barrel bourbon from the Kentucky Bourbon Festival. They talk about how barrel aging can increase the alcohol intensity as the bourbon ages and the wonderful flavours this bourbon provides. They also chat about an interesting side-story about the history of cock-fighting and how this bourbon got its name.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Chicken Cock Bourbon 02:00 The story of KBF and buying bottles late in the day 04:00 High Proof Bourbon 05:00 Palate and mouthfeel 06:02 The History of Chicken Cock Bourbon 08:00 Cock-fighting and bourbon

H and Dave pop the top off a bottle of one of the infamous 15-year-old Pappy Van Winkle, to celebrate 15 years of marriage. They reflect on the similarities between a 15-year-old bourbon and a 15-year-old marriage.    Chapters 00:00 Celebrating 15 Years of Marriage with Bourbon 01:30 Notes on the Nose 02:30 Eating and Drinking Good things Together 03:45 The Palate and Mouthfeel 05:48 Reflections on Marriage and Life's Changes 07:00 Some Soppy Reflections Between Aged Whiskey and Aged Marriages. 08:00 How to get a bottle of Pappy Down Under      

H and Dave pour each other blind bourbons for tonight's episode while they reflect on their top five bourbon moments of 2025.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction to our Top Five Bourbon Moments of 2024 01:00 Number 5 02:17 Number 4  03:45 Number 3 06:10 Why we started a podcast in 2024 06:50 Number 2  08:00 Number 1  09:30 Blind Bourbons revealed 10:30 2024 wrapped up and toasting 2025  

This might be the best conversation about bourbon Dave and H have ever had. Dan McKee, Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson, Master of Maturation, take time out of their breakfast to pop the top of a 2024 10yr Bourbon and tell us more about what make Michter's special and share some more of the incredible stories. In this extended episode you'll find out more about what a Michter's age statement really means and some advice about how you can enjoy the Michter's line-up.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Michter's 10 Year Bourbon 03:11 The Art of Aging and Flavour Development 06:04 Heat Cycling and Its Impact on Whiskey 08:47 The Importance of Aroma and Tasting Experience 12:02 Chill Filtration and Its Role in Whiskey Quality 14:48 Personal Preferences and Drinking Tips 18:08 Exploring the Michter's Range and Unique Offerings

Dave and H share some suggestions of how they like to enjoy their bourbons over a hot Australian Summer. There are a couple of cocktail ideas, their suggestions for the perfect Aussie version of a Kentucky Mule and lots of ways to keep cool with a sensational bourbon this summer.   Chapters 00:00 Crafting the Perfect Summer Cocktail 01:00 Our Aussie-Kentucky Mule Recipe 02:10 Bourbon is not just for winter time 03:00 The Makers Mark Slushies that Started this. 05:47 Bourbon as a Versatile Summer Drink 06:15 Other Summer Bourbon Cocktails 09:15 Drink it how you like  

Dave and H welcome Caryn Wells, the National Brand Ambassador for Green River Bourbon and they chat about the rich history of Green River, its revival of the once infamous brand after nearly a century, and the unique tasting notes of their bourbon. Caryn shares insights into the fact that it was once the most widely advertised whiskey in the world, considered the most expensive ever sold at one point and the significance of their DSP number, and the 'Shoot the Shoe' game, which she named!    Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Green River Bourbon 02:02 The Rich History of Green River Bourbon 05:58 Revival of a Classic Brand 09:46 Tasting Notes and Flavour Profiles 14:03 The Unique Game of Shoot the Shoe

Dave and H enjoy a pour of New Riff 8 Year Old Bourbon and enjoy some stories and some 'facts' about the New Riff story and their whiskeys. It might be the best use of a liquor store/bottle shop carpark we've heard of. Get your hands on a pour and you'll soon see why.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to New Riff Bourbon Whiskey 01:30 A Stop at a Distillery on Another Business Trip 03:30 New Riff and Bottled in Bond as a Baseline 06:00 The Flavours of the 8YO Bourbon 08:45 Chill Filtration and Its Impact

H and Dave are again joined by Dan McKee, Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson, Master of Maturation of Michter's for another extended episode. This time for a special occasion, to celebrate 10 years since Michters first released their Toasted Barrel Bourbon. They share stories about that very first release in 2014, a story about a blind tasting that took Dave and H back home to the other side of the world, and of course, a pour of an incredible bourbon.   The 2024 release of Michter's Toasted Barrel Finish and the other 2024 releases will be available in Australia from February 2025.   Chapters 00:00 Celebrating 10 Years of Michters Toasted Bourbon 02:57 The Art of Toasted Barrel Finishing 05:48 Crafting Quality: The Distillation Process 09:00 The Impact of Toasting vs. Charring on the Finishing Barrel 11:51 Creating Emotional Connections Through Whiskey 15:08 Michters' Growth and Global Recognition    

H and Dave enjoy a pour of Bob Dylan's Double Barrel or 'Revelation' Whiskey from Heaven's Door. They chat about some unique tasting notes and why this bottle can't be called a bourbon ... at least they guess that ... and then they guess about whether or not it's bottled in bond. All in all, you'll want to have a fact-checker standing by for this whole episode as none of it is guaranteed to be fact, but hopefully, you'll find this bottle and drink along with us and enjoy the flavours that Bob's team has put together.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Heaven's Door Whiskey 01:40 The Founder of Heaven's Door 04:40 Double Oaked vs Double Barrelled Terminology 06:04 Understanding Whiskey Terminology

Hosts Dave and H almost empty their special bottle of BRT-02 that they picked up at the Makers Mark Distillery in 2022 and tell the story of the Maker's Mark Barrel Rotation Team (BRT). It's a special pour, and a fun opportunity to talk about barrel rotation and the way that the Maker's team are creating expressions with human stories like 2024's 'The Heart Release'.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Makers Mark and BRT02 Release 02:47 The Art of Barrel Rotation and Flavour Extraction 06:07 The Heart Release: Capturing Distillery Stories 09:00 Passion and Tradition in Bourbon Making

In a special extended episode, Dave and H are joined by Dan McKee the Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson Master of Maturation and COO of Michter's, for a pour of their  Original Sour Mash Whiskey. Because of the time difference of the Australians, it's a nightcap, and for the Americans, it's a breakfast pour. They chat about the history of Michter's, the flavours of the Michter's Small Batch Sour Mash expression (not quite a bourbon, not quite a rye) and some of the magic that makes Michter's a truly unique whiskey.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Michter's and Special Guests 03:04 The History of Michter's Distillery 05:48 Quality and Consistency in their Whiskey Production 09:02 Roles of Master Distiller and Master of Maturation 11:47 Production Techniques that Define Michter's 15:08 The Importance of Barrel Aging and Water Chemistry 17:55 Access to Michter's in Australia

Dave and H share a pour from a smaller-than-usual bottle of a Cask Strength Makers 46. They chat about the '46' expression and what makes the cask strength approach a fun and different way to try some of your favourites.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Makers 46 Cask Strength 02:54 Understanding Cask Strength Whiskey 05:50 The Unique Process of Makers Mark 09:13 The Influence of Wood and Staves in Whiskey Flavour

Dave and H discuss the intricacies of Burton James bourbon with its creator, Shawn McCormick. They explore the unique characteristics of the bourbon, including its ingredients and aging process, as well as the interesting backstory involving baseball cards linked to Shawn's great grandfather. The discussion also delves into the complexities of alcohol laws in Kentucky, the significance of non-chill filtering in bourbon production, and how listeners can their hands on a bottle. More info at: www.burtonjameswhiskey.com     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Burton James Bourbons 02:54 The Story Behind the Baseball Cards 06:03 Navigating Kentucky's Wet and Dry Countys 09:04 Understanding Non-Chill Filtering 11:24 How to get Burton James Bourbon

Dave and H went to Watch Hill Proper looking for an amazing bourbon experience... and got they one. They also got a bottle of the very first release from the Watch Hill Proper Team, what might be the only bottle of this outside the US. Join them as they share their experience and share some reflections on how to have more fun with bourbon through blind flights.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Watch Hill Bourbon 03:00 Experience at Watch Hill Proper 05:52 Blind Tasting and Flavor Exploration 09:12 Reflections on Bourbon Appreciation and Blind Tasting at Home

H and Dave chat about what Bottled in Bond really means, why it's important, and what makes Kings County from NYC unique. They also share their experience in the unique distillery in Brooklyn's Navy Yards and a pretty incredible distillery tour.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to King's County Distillery 03:11 Understanding Bottled in Bond 06:12 The Distillation Process and Flavor Profiles 09:04 The History and Significance of Bourbon in America 10:00 Tour Experience at King's County Distillery

While history has never been their strong suit, Dave and H explore the rich history and unique characteristics of Yellowstone Bourbon, produced by Limestone Branch Distillery. They discuss the distillery's origins, the Beam family's legacy in bourbon making, and their recent visit to the distillery, highlighting the personal touch and small-scale production that sets it apart. The conversation also touches on the historical context of bourbon production during Prohibition and the significance of Yellowstone National Park in the branding of the bourbon.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Yellowstone Bourbon 03:08 The History of Limestone Branch Distillery 06:04 The Legacy of the Beam Family 08:53 Touring the Distillery and Unique Experiences

Dave and H sit down, pop the top off their first bottle from the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival, and debrief the best bits of the festival. From the pain of having to choose what bottles to bring back to Australia to the absolute pleasure of tasting the best bourbons in the world and meeting the people who make it, this episode is a wrap up and celebration of the three great days that was KYBF24.   Chapters 00:00 The Kentucky Bourbon Festival Experience 01:30 The Maker's Mark Barrel Select Bottle 03:30 Choosing what Bourbons to bring back to Australia 04:15 Meeting Corky Taylor at Kentucky Peerless 07:30 The Community and Stories Behind Bourbon 09:20 A Call to Bourbon Enthusiasts to KYBF'25

While you can't buy any bottles of the Lucky Seven expressions in Australia ... yet. The Aussie Bourbon Lovers have some stories about meeting they guys behind this great non-distiller producer (NDP) at Kentucky Bourbon Festival, who have a great backstory and some incredible bourbons. We're looking forward to seeing Lucky Seven bourbons Down Under soon, but for the moment, you might need to make a quick trip to the states to get your hands on one of these incredible bottles.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Toast to Lucky 7 Bourbon 00:44 Exploring the Aroma and Taste of Lucky 7 Bourbon 03:12 The Concept of Non-Distilling Producers 06:07 The Creative Storytelling and Bottle Design of Lucky 7 09:25 Meeting the Creators of Lucky 7 and Future Plans

Green River Wheated is a fun Bourbon, and not just because the bottle is also a game (if you have a coin)... It's got a rich history (that we need to learn more about) and we love the flavours. The best news is that it recently became available here in Aus and is a cost-effective option for bourbon lovers to try.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Green River Wheated Bourbon 02:00 The 'Shoot The Shoe' Game 02:57 Exploring the Smoothness of Wheated Bourbons 06:09 Famous Wheated Bourbons 07:06 Availability of Green River in Australia 08:29 The 'Possible' Connection Between Green River and Chicago 09:28 A Discussion about Visiting the Green River Distillery

H and Dave share a special pour of Stagg Jr, one of their favourite bottles while they try to pass on some of the knowledge that Drew Mayville, the Master Blender of Sazerac (Buffalo Trace) shared with them at an intimate tasting night in Melbourne. There are a few nuggets of gold about how to nose and taste, and a few stories too.     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Stagg Jr Bourbon from Buffalo Trace 02:41 Nosing and Tasting Techniques 04:37 The Unique Characteristics of Stagg Jr 07:06 Savouring the Long Finish 08:34 Preference for Wheated Bourbon 10:01 Enjoying Bourbon Your Way

  Dave and H take a moment to enjoy the final drops of this Distiller's Row Single Barrel from Peerless, while they fire up for Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024. So many great brands and expressions from over 60 distilleries, along with a bunch of new things to learn and try.   Chapters 00:00 Excitement for the Kentucky Bourbon Festival 01:29 Discovering New Flavours and Comparing Bourbons 03:24 Talking to the People Behind the Bourbon 05:22 Fun Activities and Games at the Festival 08:14 Explore and Learn about Bourbon at the Festival

Dave and H enjoy sharing their version of the Blanton's single barrel story while they enjoy an expression made specially for the Australian market. Loads of interesting things about Warehouse H, the first single barrels that were bottled and those cool horsey stoppers on the beautiful bottles.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Blanton's Green Label Bourbon 00:59 Understanding Blanton's as a Bourbon 02:25 The Unique Experience of Single Barrel Bourbon 03:10 The Influence of Barrel Location on Blanton's Flavour 04:37 Exploring Rare and Collectible Editions of Blanton's  

In a liquor store in San Francisco, a wonderful person sold Dave this rather heavy bottle. While it's not easy to get in Australia, it is an amazing pour because of the unique way the bourbon is aged in a Solera. While Dave and H do a poor job of explaining what a solera system is, it's fair to say the outcome has a unique flavour and it's a special pour.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon 01:24 Understanding Solera Aging 03:13 Personal Anecdotes and Whiskey Tasting Experiences 08:02 The Generosity of the Bourbon Community 09:01 Camaraderie and Support in the Bourbon Industry

It could be the rabbit on the bottle, or it could be the story of the name and the respect it pays to the history of Kentucky Bourbon, or it could be the Honey Malted Barley. But this is a bottle that has a few stories for us. Settle in for a pour of a great bourbon from Nulu in Louisville.   Chapters 00:00 The Name Difference: Rabbit Hole vs. Rabbit Tale 02:06 Kentucky Bourbon Festival - A Wonderland Experience 04:31 Tasting Notes: Spice, Honey, Orange, Mint, and Toasted Grain 05:26 Immersive Tour Experience at Rabbit Hole Distillery 08:50 No Master Distiller: Teamwork at Rabbit Hole 09:20 Visit Rabbit Hole Distillery and Try the Delightful Bourbon

Dave and H think this might be the world's most awarded bourbon, and it's hiding in a very boring bottle and it's super easy to get in Australia. They share some stories and thoughts about this banger and ask, is it cherry or orange ... or both?   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Bottle Shape 03:19 Flavour Profile and Smooth Finish 04:24 Suitable for Beginners and Experienced Bourbon Drinkers 06:36 Eagle Rare 10 Year: A Go-To Bottle 07:05 Higher-Aged Expressions: 17 Year and Double Eagle Very Rare 10:49 Wrap-up

It's not every day that one of the global icons of bourbon comes to Australia, so when Dave spent half an hour with Eddie Russell, Wild Turkey's Master Distiller, in the South Yarra IGA (a convenience store), it was a very special Tuesday afternoon. Join Dave and H as they enjoy some of Eddie's Wild Turkey 101 and share some stories too.   Chapters 00:00 The Story Behind the Signed Bottle of Wild Turkey 101 01:36 Exploring the Flavour Profile of Wild Turkey 101 03:36 The Popularity and Consistency of Wild Turkey 101 06:28 The Different Expressions of Wild Turkey 08:16 The Debate: Collecting vs. Drinking Bourbon

Buffalo Trace Distillery's wheated mashbill is the recipe of one of the most sought after bourbons in the world, Pappy Van Winkle, and its the same 'juice' as this quite accessible bourbon that you can get your hands on here in Australia. Dave and H discuss this 'Special Reserve' expression of Weller and why it's so approachable.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Weller Special Reserve 00:30 The Popularity of Weller Special Reserve 01:26 The Selection Process for Weller and Pappy Van Winkle 06:00 Exploring the Rick Houses 08:22 Perception of Bourbon in Australia 09:18 Wheated Bourbon as a Versatile Cocktail Ingredient

When Dave and H found themselves at the distillery on the very day that Woodford released their extremely limited 2022 Distillery Series Honey Barrel bottles, they thought they'd hit the jackpot. Join them as they taste this extremely rare bottle and talk about how the flavours of the honey barrel finish weren't quite what they were expecting.   Chapters 00:00 Introducing Woodford Reserve Honey Barrel Finish 2022 Distillery Series Release 00:58 The Story Behind this Honey Barrel Finish 06:09 The Philosophy of Drinking and Enjoying Bourbon 07:59 Expectations vs. Reality: The Sweetness Factor 09:25 Embracing the Fun of Trying Something New

Elijah Craig's name echoes through the legends of bourbon, and some suggest he as the father of bourbon - in fact, they put that on the front of this bottle. For an easy-to-get bourbon (for Aussies), this is a great pour to enjoy. Uniquely, this bourbon spends between 8-12 years in the barrel which we think gives it some lovely complexity to those barrel-ey vanilla and oak notes, usually reserved for more premium pours.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Pouring Elijah Craig's Small Batch 01:11 Elijah Craig: The Preacher, Distiller, and Entrepreneur 04:37 The Phenomena of C923 Barrel Proof Release 06:02 Aged to Perfection: Elijah Craig's 8 to 12-Year Age Statement 08:54 Getting a bottle of Elijah Craig in Australia and Visiting the Heaven Hill Distillery

For us, it's one of the Bourbon's that started it all on one fateful night in NYC. There is lots more to it than just one of the most eye-catching bourbon bottles on the market. And it's not to hard to get your hands on in Australia.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Love it or Hate it of Willett Pot Still Bourbon 01:01 The Unique Bottle Shape and Memorable Experience 03:25 Visiting the Willett Distillery and Pot Stills 03:55 Variations in Flavour Between Different Batches 07:45 Availability and Bottle Sizes of Willett Pot Still Down Under

We have lots of fond memories of Woodford Reserve and the memories started years ago. A visit to the distillery, a cocktail in their bar (or made at home) or just a neat pour of this infamous bourbon has plenty to offer. Some iconic master distillers have made this incredible brand one of Australia's favourite premium bourbons. While there are plenty of great bottles in their range, the main offering is a great pour.    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Tasting Woodford Reserve 06:09 The Rich History of Woodford Reserve Distillery 07:38 Innovation and Master Distillers at Woodford Reserve 09:32 Enjoying Woodford Reserve: Neat, On Ice, or in Cocktails

It all started when a dad wanted to celebrate the birth of his daughter. What could be more wholesome than that?! But the range of bourbons that are now represented, of which the four grain is the 'baby', certainly has shown how good these bourbons are, and the growth that the Penelope brand has experienced shows the appetite in the market for this range of expressions. Another great story about another delicious bourbon.    Chapters 00:10 Introducing Penelope Four Grain: The 'Baby Bourbon' 01:37 The Story Behind Penelope: A Bourbon for a Baby 03:35 Why we think it's An Easy-Drinking Bourbon for Beginners 06:01 All the facts about the Four Grain juice and Production Process

There is so much that can be said about Buffalo Trace, so we won't say too much. Buffalo Trace is an iconic bourbon distillery in America known for its wide range of bourbons, from affordable to expensive. It is one of the few distilleries that stayed open during prohibition and has a long history. One of our favourite things about Freddie in the doco 'Neat' is his philosophy to drink and enjoy bourbon with loved ones. And, we think it's a must-visit distillery when you're next in Kentucky.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Buffalo Trace 03:34 The Popular Demand for Buffalo Trace Bourbons 06:00 The Classification of Buffalo Trace Bourbons 07:47 The Philosophy of Drinking Bourbon, as shared in 'Neat' 08:13 Interesting Stories and some loose History of Buffalo Trace 09:41 A Visit to Buffalo Trace

The 1910 expression of Old Forester isn't easy to get down under, but you can find bottles. It's double oaked and has flavours of maple, honey, vanilla, and brown sugar. We think of Old Forester for its consistent butterscotch-ey flavours and we think of it as a dessert-like bourbon. It can be difficult to find in Australia, but worth trying if you can get your hands on a bottle. The Old Forester distillery tour in Louisville, Kentucky is recommended, and their chocolate pairing is a must-try.   Chapters 00:00 The History and Significance of Old Forester 02:39 Woodford Reserve Double Oaked: An Alternative to Old Forester 1910 04:25 The Old Forester Distillery Tour: Barrel Charring and Chocolate Pairings 07:16 The Dessert-Like Experience of Old Forester