The Neat Pour

We heard the people and we are back at it with new content. In this week's episode we are sipping on Debonair and reflect on being recent guests of the Black &  Brown Podcast. 

In this week's episode, we discuss our trips to Chicago Distilling, Slippery Slope, and Wolf Point Distillery while sipping on Remus's Gatsby Reserve.

In this week's episode, we catch up on our adventures to a Shochu tasting event and the Goose Island Bourbon County Stout lineup tasting party while sipping on Delilah's Knob Creek 29th Anniversary pick.

In this week's episode, we pop open a Chicagoland staple, 18th Street Distillery's special release of their 4-year bourbon. We also get into an 8-year Japanese Whiskey from  Takamine. 

In this episode, we discuss our recent weekend road trip to Michigan. We visited Journeyman Distilling in Three Oaks and Green Door Distilling in Kalamazoo. 

In this week's episode we get down and dirty with Stagg Jr's 16 and 17. Buffalo Trace announced they were dropping Jr from the brand's name beginning with batch 18. 

We are kicking off our SummertimeChi Bourbon drinking with R6 Distillery's Smells Like Bean Spirit, a collaboration with a Chicagoland brewery Mikerphone.

In this episode, we circle back to Penelope and discuss their new release, the Architect series, a French oak finish bourbon. Nik drops some bourbon news, and Chalonda discusses a new fun project she is working on with a local Chicago brewery using her cocktails.

In this episode we run back Old Fitzgerald, but this time with Old Fitz 17. We compare it to the OG and the 13. No bourbon news this week, we just dive right in.  

In this week's episode we are discussing our local adventures in the far Northern suburbs of Chicago. We hit the Lake County Libation Trail with a 2 stop romp at Glunz Family Winery and Oppidan Spirits all while sipping Uncle Nearest's 1884.

In this week's episode we are excited to have our first on air guest. Jesse Steward Jr., Founder / CEO of Alexander James bourbon whiskey, a Chicago native shares his journey in starting the brand and what he looks forward to in the future. 

In this week's episode, we circle back to one of our favorite distillery, Four Roses 2020 Limited Edition.  A blend of 12 to 19 year old bourbons, that all contribute to a perfect balance of vibrant flavors.  We also discuss local offerings, Chicago Distilling Company.

It is always fun when our beer and bourbon paths cross. In this week's episode, we discuss Whistle Pig's Piggyback 100% Rye, along with our beloved Chicago's Revolution Brewing's VSOJ, a barrel-aged barley wine aged two and four years in Whistle Pig barrels.

In this week's episode we get into two of Heaven Hill's heavy hitters, Old Fitz 13 and Parker's Heritage 11 Heavy Char. We paired them side by side to compare the distinct notes of the two. Nik gives a little bit of bourbon news and the back story of the brand, 

In this week's episode we are getting into Woodinville.  We  were put on to this bottle after listening to Da Black and Brown Podcast.  Not much in bourbon news this time around but as always Nik drops the back story to this bottle.

In this week's episode we are diving into Baker's single barrel.  It has been revamped since its previous small batch version. Nik drops some bourbon news and Chalonda has a new cocktail of the week,

In this week"s episode we dive into 4 offerings from Jack Daniel's, one of which is a highly sought after Coy Hill. Nik drops some history behind the brand as well as bourbon news., Chalonda brings back the cocktail of the week.

In this week's episode we are discussing Penelope both the barrel strength and the toasted barrel. We also discuss what we drank over the week and hit you with a little bourbon news.

In this week's episode we sip on I.W. Harper 15 year bourbon. Nik breaks down the history as well as a little bourbon news.

The Neat Pour is starting off the new year right with Brown Forman's mythical King of Kentucky. Only 2700 bottles released and we finally got our hands on one. Nik drops some  bourbon history and we also discuss our end of the year Weller lineup.

In this week's episode, we are digging into Wild Turkey's Rare Breed Rye.  Nik gives us some Wild Turkey  historical facts. We also, drink it along side the Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon  that we discussed on episode 39.

In this week's episode we are getting down with Booker's and Little Book. These 2 products are both bold in flavor but each offer a distinct tasting. As usual Nik gets into some bourbon news and Chalonda is tipsy. Tune in as we break down these bourbons and share our thoughts.

In this week's episode we get into Barrel Proof Larceny and the Binny's store pick The Old Elk Cask Strength. We also pair the OE with the Weller Full Proof to see if the claims are true that it is the Weller Killer. Tune in to find out.

In this week's episode, we are sipping on Remus Repeal Reserve.  A solid MGP product  that is rye heavy and full of flavor. As usual our resident Liquor Historian Nik drops some Whiskey News.

In this episode, we are getting down with E.H Taylor Small Batch, E.H Taylor Barrel Proof and George T. Stagg Jr.  Of course our resident liquor historian Nik drops a little bit of bourbon news and facts. Tune in as we give our assessments of these 3 heavy hitters.

In this weeks episode we dig into 2 heavy hitters, Jack Daniels Single Barrel Rye and Four Gate's River Kelvin Rye.  Both of these are hard hitting with bold flavor and has made it to our favorites list.

And we are back with a new episode, sipping on Joseph Magnus and the Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend. As usual our resident liquor historian Nik is going to drop some bourbon news and some history as we break down these two bottles. 

In this episode we break open Sam Houston's 15 year. This beautiful bottle gave Nik a new appreciation of bourbon proof and has made Chalonda's all time favorite list. 

Still reflecting on our Louisville trip we are diving into the Peerless Single Barrel. They are a small operation producing big things and has become one of our favorite staples on the bar.

This week we dive into Four Gate's Batch 12 the Kelvin Collaboration. It is being hailed as one of the best barrel-finished whiskeys of the year. We picked up this highly sought-after bottle on our recent trip to Louisville and we were not disappointed. Chalonda also discusses her old dusty findings and Nik's assessment of Eagle Rare 17. 

We are especially excited about this episode. We took a trip to Louisville,  a few weeks ago. This time around we hit local spots, a couple of breweries and of course distilleries.  

Time flies when you are drinking good bourbon. The Neat Pour has been in full swing for a year. What better way to celebrate than to pop open a bottle of Old Forester's Birthday Bourbon to mark the occasion and reflect on the amazing bottles we have had during this time.  We also want to thank all of our amazing listeners for your support and suggestions. We look forward to bringing you all more content. 

In this episode, we dive into two Heavy Hitters, Bull  Run & Mayor Pingree.  Both are single-barrel store picks from Off-Premise a local shop in Chicago. They are big bold bourbons, with hints of sweetness and full of spice. We also discuss a bit of bourbon news and Nik's interesting cryptocurrency story that he had to use to purchase one of the bottles.

We are back from our 2-week hiatus, in this episode we discuss two of our favorite bottles from Wild Turkey as well as,   Starward, an Australian Whiskey that is hitting the market. 

In this episode, we are drinking local. F.E.W Spirits an Evanston, IL native and also only a mile away from The Neat Pour studio is dropping some award-winning spirits with their Immortal Rye. 

In this week's episode, we dive into some love from Kansas City.  We discuss how J. Rieger's whiskey was revived in 2009 as well as sip on some Martin City Anniversary Stout.

In this week's episode, our beer world meets our bourbon world. Nik came across Sagamore Rye after learning that one of our local  Chicago breweries, Begyle uses their barrels for one of their award-winning barrel-aged stouts Imperial Pajamas.  We decided to give it a spin and it did not disappoint. Tune in as we break out this Rye Whiskey from Baltimore, Maryland, and as usual, Nik drops some liquor history facts. 

In this week's episode, we discuss two highly recommended products. Old Scout's Smooth Ambler Rye and Boondocks. First time having both products and turned out to be pretty good buys for under 50. 

In this week's episode, we sip on Barrell Craft Spirit's newest release Barrell Seagrass that is a blend of American and Canadian rye whiskeys and finished in Martinique Rhum, Malmsey Madeira, and Apricot Brandy casks.

There is a  lot of heat in this episode.   Hitting the Beam Suntory lineup, Knob Creek's 12 Year and  Baker's 7 year came with the heat. After coming across an article about Baker's being most overlooked, we had to give it a try and was not disappointed. We also discuss a trip to F.E.W Spirits in Evanston.

In this week's episode, we are checking out Guidance Whiskey, which was suggested by The Swig Podcast not too long ago, and Ragtime Rye, which Nik picked up solely because it had Brooklyn Brewery Brew Master's pic, which it turned out to be shockingly good. Tune in as we dive into these two amazing whiskeys and as our resident Liquor Historian drop some drop facts about both of these brands. 

In this episode, we get into a couple of Heaven Hill's heavyweights, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof & Parker Heritage 10 Year Heavy Char.  We discuss the differences of the flavor profile due to the char as well as our Liquor Historian Nik drops some historical facts about the brand. 

In this episode, we highlight two black-owned distilleries in the industry. In a 61.7 billion dollar industry, less than 1% percent of it is black-owned. DuNord from Minneapolis, Mn, and Saint Cloud both bring something unique to the game. Du Nord with a sweet start and spicy finish and Saint Cloud all in spice, make both of these products great sippers. 

This week Nik is diving into the Irish Whiskeys Green Spot and Red Breast.  Tune in as our dedicated "Liquor Historian" breaks down the difference between the three types of Irish Whiskeys as Chalonda is on a short detox. 

In this week's episode, we researched more about the Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey lineup, which holds roughly 12  products in their portfolio.  Many are familiar with the beloved Willett Straight Rye Whiskey or Old Bardstown.  Our curiosity leads us to find that quite of few other readily available bourbon whiskeys fall under this brand and decided to give them a try. Noah's Mill and Johnny Drum made an appearance one this week's show as well as the Willett Family 4 Year Rye. 

In this week's episode, we get into Maker's Mark Cask Strength and the Black Bourbon Society Select, which is one of the main reasons why our show exists today.  

In this week's episode we perform the greatest act of all, which is drinking.  A Midwinter Nights Dram Scene 8 Act 3, coming in with a spicy 95% Rye proving to be the perfect warmth on a polar Chicago night. 

This week's episode is a real treat. We get into both the George T. Stagg and the Stagg Jr., both bourbons are bold, complex and bring that Kentucky Hug. We also bring a little bit of bourbon news, we discuss the merger of MGP and Luxco brands. 

It's all about the smoke in this episode. This week we dive into Smoke Wagon from Nevada H&C Distilling Company.  Founded in 2012 and available in 11 states, this bourbon has been hitting the scene pretty hard. Although it is readily available it is one that is often sought after. 

In this week's episode, we tap into a few of our favorite cost-effective and readily available whiskeys. Of course, there is always a thrill in the chase of hunting down the harder to find and expensive bottles but sometimes it is just ok to keep it simple.  We get into Old Grand-Dad 114, Sazerac Rye, and Evan Williams Bottled in Bond and why these are our go-to bottles. 

This week's episode is pretty quick.  We discuss Calumet Farm, a single rack black 14-year bourbon.  Barreled in March of 2006, it comes from just 19 barrels and is owned by Western Spirits Beverage Company. We also compared it alongside Sam Houston, which is also another 14-year product owned by Western Spirits.