Cask Chasers Podcast

Casey's legendary ingenuity and passion inspired his grandson Arlon Casey Jones to follow in his footsteps. Casey built his last still in 1967. AJ used that still, which is on display in the Casey Jones Distillery Lounge, as a guide to build the still we use today. As our Master Distiller, AJ handcrafts every batch of Casey Jones spirits using a recipe that has been handed down through generations of the Jones family. A family recipe cooked in a family still – it doesn't get more authentic than that.

Join me and Charlie Stein, Brand Ambassador at Old Line Spirits LLC. You know I love this distillery! Let's nerd out with one of the best in the biz!

Join me as I talk shop with Tripp Stimson, Chief Whiskey Scientist/Chief of Distillery Operations! "At Barrell Craft Spirits, we have an unrelenting drive to break the status quo by selecting and blending products that explore different distillation methods, barrels, and aging environments. All blends are not created equal – knowledge and experience matters."

Finally, my love for film and whiskey has collided! "Filmland Spirits, where we invite you to immerse yourself in our award-winning, great-tasting spirits and our original characters and stories." Join me as I chat with Troy Bolotnick, "The Creative Crusader". A serial entrepreneur and Hollywood veteran, Troy was bitten by a radioactive bug - the Whiskey Bug!  Now compelled by his obsession for storytelling and spirits, Troy must lead his not-so ragtag band of hooch heroes to conquer the world of adult beverages!!

Ready for a bottled spirit that taste like you have your very own live in mixologist? Well my friend Steve Luttmann, co-founder of Hercules Mulligan Co, and industry expert, has a treat for you!  Named for the little-known tailor, spy, and hero of the American Revolution, who changed history and secured freedom for all, Hercules Mulligan offerings are based on unique recipes from the period. It's what Mulligan, the man, stood for, and it's what each edition embodies—a spirit of independence.

Gareth serves as CEO of Virginia Distillery Company, and carries on his father George's legacy and commitment to creating exceptional American Single Malts. Come hang out with us as we chat about a legacy, family, and of course amazing whiskey!

You know them, you love them...that's right, I'm talking about FEW Spirits. Join me and Sydney Jones, Head Distiller of FEW Spirits, as we chat about her new role, her incredible past, and of course...the whiskey!  I

So you're telling me, 10 time Grammy award winning musician, Eric Church and whisky extraordinaire, Ari Sussman, set out to create a series of the world's finest whiskies in untraditional ways? This I got to see. Check out this episode with Ari Sussman, whisky maker and blending rockstar with Jypsi Whisky!

Join me at Delaware's Painted Stave Distilling while I hang out with Owner Mike Rasmussen, AKA the "Still Charmer". Painted Stave is a craft distillery + tasting room, boasting some of the best booze around. They offer tastings of their spirits neat, as well as a seasonal menu of some darn tasty cocktails.

An ode to Ranthambore, where the kings of yesteryears ruled and the mighty tigers roam free. Join me as I chat with Sanjeev Banga, President- International Business and Kunal Madan, Vice President – International Business. This incredible Indian whisky is something to talk about!

Come hang out with me for the on location conversation with the one and only Freddie Booker Noe IV!

Come hang out with Bobby and our return guest, Max Lents, CEO and founder of Baltimore Spirits Company. We talk about their growth, new offerings, and what it takes to be a whiskey producer! Settle in, this is a great one!  

Join us as Bobby chats with Reservoir's CEO, Dave Cuttino, and the "Barrelman", Nick Vaughan, with a special appearance by Head Distiller, Mary Allison. We chat barrels, sourcing, making whiskey....and of course, drinking whiskey! Cheers!

Tune in this week as Cask Chasers take to the road and head to the Big Apple for Tartan Week with their friends, Supernova Legacy Scholarship! Find out what these amazing women are up to and how you can get involved with helping young aspiring actors achieve their dreams! All this, and more, jam packed into one fun episode in the city that never sleeps! Slainte!

Host of Whiskey Neat, co-founder of  Gregarious Grump Spirits and The Prideful Goat, Kristopher Hart joins me for an amazing conversation about the industry, podcasting, and everything in between. 

Paul Lore was part of the four-man  team that rowed the 2021-22 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, and now they plan to take part in the inaugural Talisker Whisky Pacific Challenge that begins in June 2023. The charity endurance row will start from Monterey, California and end in Kauai, Hawaii. Have a listen to this incredible story!

Do you have an epic beard? Do you know someone that does? Well...this shows for you! Come hang out with me and the bearded duo, Nathan and Wayne of Beards and Riffs: "Where Beards & Music Harmonize".

Come hang out with my new friend, Nakia Bell AKA Sober Bourbon Girl. She really understands the beauty, art, and passion of whiskey...without even taking a sip. I hope you enjoy! 

Join me as I chat with my friend, Elliot Slattery, COO of Achieve Behavioral Health Services. We chat about the dangers of addiction, and how recovery may be an option. We all love whiskey, but sometimes help is what you need. 

We are kicking off our dry month with magical mocktails by our friend, bartender and spirits extraordinaire, Ian Lyke! Join us for a spirited conversation...without the spirit of course. 

Join me and Avalon Oona Haas of Catoctin Creek Distillery AT the Catoctin Creek Distillery, as we chat with Co-Founder of Aviation Gin, Oven and Shaker Pizza and Bar, and cocktail master and trainer, Ryan Magarian. We chat cocktails and history in this one. Come nerd out with us!

Join me as I chat with entrepreneur, author, & Netflix's Drink Masters Season 1 winner, Lauren "LP" O'Brien!

We chat with our friend Desi  that we met on a recent trip to New Orleans and learn a thing or two about bartending and cocktails. Listen for some amazing recopies. 

We are kicking off our cocktail series with the one and only Cocktail Contessa, Heather Wibbles! 

Listen to an amazing conversation between my friend Venu and me. Venu Gaddamidi owner of Ciro Food & Drink and Veritas Wine & Spirits. We talk about food, wine, cigars, cycling... and of course whiskey!

I hung out with my friend Nicole from Outlander Chronicles, an incredible Outlander Instagram group. Nicole and I met when two unlikely worlds came together thanks to Sam Heughan's whisky and the Outlander series. 

Mike Rowe joins us to chat about a whiskey crafted after his grandfather's legacy. Knobel whiskey is Mike's brilliant offering to the whiskey enthusiast and newcomers alike. 

On this episode we hang out with fellow Cask Chaser, Chef Robbie Jester and chat about his recent endeavor on the Netflix series, The Pressure Cooker!  

Guest Co-Host, Avalon from Catoctin Creek Distilling and Bobby host this episode at Farmer and The Cow restaurant with owners, Mike and Matt. Lots of laughs, lots of drinks...lots of nonsense. You're gonna love it! 

Not your ordinary Irish whisky! Bobby chats with Sliabh Liag Distillery's (pronounced ‘sleeve league's) co-founder James Doherty. We sip The Midnight Silkie from the Legendary Silkie Collection.

From a land far far away, Bobby chats with his new friend, David Vitale of the award winning Australian whisky, Starward! 

Join Bobby as he chats with Mike Montgomery, founder of the award winning Blue Run Spirits. Also on this episode, we have a special guest-host, Cask Chaser fan and friend,  Kevin Barber.

Round 2 Instagram Live! Jack Daniels US Brand Ambassador Eric ”ET” Tecosky. 

Round One! I go toe to toe with the Jack Daniels US Brand Ambassador Eric "ET" Tecosky via Instagram Live! I went, I tasted....but, unless you were there, you'll have to listen to know what happened. 

Come hang out with Marianne Eaves and Mark Rivers of Sweetens Cove Bourbon!

Lets hang out with  UFC legend Bruce Buffer and former Campari CMO Umberto Luchini, and talk about their incredible whiskey, Puncher's Chance! 

Join me at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival as I chat with the legend, Chris Morris. 

Join Bobby and Samantha Montgomery, National Brand Ambassador at The Bardstown Bourbon Company, live at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival! 

Aaron sits down and has a seriously fun conversation with one of our favorite people in the world.  Global Brand Ambassador for Glencairn Crystal: Marty Duffy.  Stay tuned for some silliness after the episode.

Our Instagram Live saga continues with part 2 of our conversation with Beth Burrows from Jim Beam!

We went Live on Instagram with our friend Beth Burrows, National Brand Ambassador for Beam Suntory and all around whiskey genius! 

Bobby and Aaron are back with Meagan and Patrick from Talnua Distillery talking more about the American Single Pot Still revolution and drinking some fantastic whiskey along the way.

Meagan and Patrick Miller of Talnua Distillery join Aaron and Bobby this week (and next) to talk about their surprisingly delicious and innovative approach to Pot Still American Whiskey.  

Aaron is back and super excited to talk with Jared Card about our new exclusive bottling of a Kilchoman Cask.  It's been close to a year in the making and we couldn't be more stoked! Huge shout out to Impex for partnering with us for this endeavor.

We dive into more New York whiskies on this episode featuring Allen Katz who has a fantastic story to tell.  Being the distiller and owner, he brings a unique perspective to the conversation.

You read that right Chasers...this is a goodbye episode! We say farewell to Katie, discuss how amazing her time with us has been, AND we drink....and also cry...lots and lots of crying....I mean a ton....like an uncomfortable amount. 

Join Bobby as he chats with the incredible Shelley Sackier! A one woman show and Jane of all trades. Author of the fantastic book, Make It a Double, and  Director of Distillery Education at Reservoir Distillery. 

Whisey and food writer, enthusiast, media personality, and more Steve Coomes joins Bobby for this fantastic episode.  And also, find out where the Cask Chasers crew will be in September!

On this episode, we dive into the actual tasting of two ImpEx offerings and get really in depth about the whisky industry as a whole as well as how whisky SHOULD be approached.  

Joshua Hatton of Single Cask Nation, ImpEx Beverages, One Nation Under Whisky, and a laundry list of other things joins the crew today to talk about his whisky journey.

On this episode, Katie hangs out with David Coors, vice president of Next Generation Beverages for Molson Coors. Apparently, they're more than just beer...