Podcasts about stitzel weller

You know, if there's one topic that sparks debate and curiosity among bourbon enthusiasts, it's definitely wheated bourbons. Today, we're doing a deep dive into these unique spirits with an incredible panel: the always insightful Brian Haara, the ever-knowledgeable Blake Riber, and our good friend Nick Beiter. We're exploring the history and the recent surge in popularity of these bourbons, tracing their lineage back to legendary names like Maker's Mark and Stitzel-Weller. But the conversation quickly shifts to a spirited debate: what truly makes a bourbon wheated? Show Notes: Kenny leads a roundtable discussion on the rise of wheated bourbons Brian shares his initial experiences with wheated expressions Blake discusses the historical legacy of Maker's Mark and "poor man's Pappy" A debate on how to define a wheated bourbon, including brands like Penelope Examination of marketing's role in consumer understanding of wheated bourbons Insights into how wheated bourbons compare to rye-based counterparts Speculation on the future evolution of the wheated bourbon category Support this podcast on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could taste bourbon exactly as it was made half a century ago? Not a modern recreation, but the actual liquid that was distilled, aged, and bottled during a completely different era of American whiskey production?Stephen, known online as the Dusty Whiskey Hunter, joined us to open a remarkable window into bourbon's past through his collection of vintage decanters and bottles. These aren't just interesting containers – they're time machines containing whiskey made using methods, grains, and aging environments that simply no longer exist.The tasting journey begins with Ezra Brooks decanters shaped like phonographs, chess pieces, and antique stock tickers – each containing bourbon distilled in the 1960s and 70s. As we sample a 12-year Ezra Brooks and move to a Jim Beam "Bonded Beams" from 1968-1979, the differences between vintage and modern bourbon become stunningly apparent. The rich, complex flavors with notes of roasted corn, cornbread, and baking spices leave everyone at the table agreeing that these dusty whiskeys deliver something impossible to find on today's shelves.The highlight arrives when Stephen shares his prized Very Old Fitzgerald from 1956, distilled at the legendary Stitzel-Weller distillery and bottled in 1964. This extraordinary wheated bourbon, worth approximately $3,000 on the secondary market, stands as perhaps the finest whiskey any of us have ever tasted – a liquid artifact from bourbon's golden age that no amount of modern expertise can recreate.Beyond the tasting, Stephen offers invaluable insights for collectors on authenticating vintage bottles through tax stamps and proper seals, along with guidance on reasonable price points for those looking to begin their own dusty whiskey journey. As Russ explains, "We cannot replicate this history... no matter what money we have."Follow @DustyWhiskeyHunter on Instagram or email DustyWhiskeyHunter@gmail.com to learn more about these fascinating liquid time capsules that preserve bourbon's rich heritage one bottle at a time.

Martelle, Mike, and Randy kick off the show with a rare pour of 1978 Old Stitzel-Weller from Old Commonwealth and share their thoughts on this vintage gem. Martelle recounts the saga of his daughter taking out a mailbox with his truck, which sparks a trip down memory lane as he and Randy trade stories from their old street racing days. Recorded on 04/21/25, this episode brings vintage whiskey and vintage trouble—buckle up! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Use promo code BUCKHORN at checkout for $25 off any order amount and free shipping on orders over $149. Visit Two Bitch Bourbon to grab your bottle today! Two Bitch Bourbon Instagram: @twobitchbourbon Facebook: TwoBitchBourbon YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@buckhornpodcast Podbean / Apple Podcast / Google Podcast:  https://podfollow.com/BuckhornPodcast Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/2uhj7Vzq8u3SPvB01VqAh7   #whiskey #whisky #bourbon #whiskeygram #cocktails #whiskygram #bourbonwhiskey #whiskylover #whiskeylover #whiskyporn #vodkasucks #drinks #beer #bourbongram #alcohol #whiskeyporn #cheers #bourbonporn #instawhiskey #instawhisky #podcast #liquor #politics #BBQ #comedy #talkshow #dogs #fortheloveofdogs #tbb #twobitchbourbon

In this week's special episode, Ben, Kyle & Joe open a true unicorn: Very, Very Old Fitzgerald.  Distilled in 1957 by the legendary Pappy Van Winkle, and bottled by his son, Julian “Big Van” Van Winkle in 1969, this iconic bottle features 100% Stitzel-Weller distillate. 

It's This Week in Bourbon for February 7th, 2025. Diageo has announced it will close its bottling operation at the Stitzel-Weller Distillery, A court settles the argument on who gets to say they were the first African American owned bourbon distillery in Kentucky, and Heaven Hill announces the release of Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Wheat WhiskeyShow Notes: Diageo to close Stitzel-Weller bottling operation in April, relocating jobs and production Diageo announces $415M manufacturing and warehousing facility in Alabama, opening 2025 Castle & Key completes Phase 1 of solar energy project, investing $2M in sustainability Court rules in favor of Fresh Bourbon in dispute over first Black-owned distillery in Kentucky World Whiskey Society launches Green Code Bourbon in eco-friendly packaging for $49.99 Heaven Hill unveils 19-Year-Old Wheat Whiskey in Heritage Collection at $299.99 Support this podcast on Patreon

In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast presented by Liquor Barn, Matt and Mark spend some hanging out with Carrie Van Winkle Greener, Co-Founder of Pappy & Company in Louisville, Kentucky. The guys talk with Carrie about what it was like growing up as the great granddaughter of Pappy Van Winkle and the daughter of Julian Van Winkle, III who led the Pappy brand to astounding heights in the Bourbon world, how she and her two sisters came up with the idea to create Pappy & Company while remaining true to the Pappy brand, and all of the amazing Bourbon Lifestyle products that they offer through Pappy & Company. They also taste and review the brand new Ass Pocket Whiskey, the new celebrity Bourbon from American guitarist and songwriter Derek Trucks, and a very special treat – a 16-Yeaer Old Van Winkle Family Reserve Wheated Bourbon that was distilled by Stitzel Weller in 1968. This Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast is presented by Liquor Barn and is also sponsored by Penelope Bourbon, Limestone Farms Bourbon, Old Dominick, Three Chord Bourbon, James E. Pepper Distillery, Pappy & Co, and The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. Check out all of our amazing sponsors online at:  www.liquorbarn.com  www.penelopebourbon.com www.limestonefarms.com www.olddominick.com              www.threechordbourbon.com www.jamesepepper.com   www.pappyco.com www.visitthekitchentable.com

A completely different version of Proof Positive this week. The guys have a regular "Joe" of bourbon of J. T. S. Brown which is a 80 proof Kentucky bourbon whiskey produced by the Heaven Hill Distillery company. The J.T.S. Brown label dates back to 1855. The distilling operation is in Louisville, Kentucky, and aging and bottling operations are in Bardstown, Kentucky.  This whiskey was named after James Thompson Smith Brown who was a Master Distiller at the Old Oscar Pepper Distillery which would later become known as Stitzel-Weller distillery and produce some of the worlds finest bourbon whiskeys including Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve and Weller 12 Year old bourbons. Cheers!

Preston is the fourth generation member of the Van Winkle family to enter into the bourbon business. He is the great grandson of iconic bourbon maker Julian P. “Pappy” Van Winkle, Sr. and son of current Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery President, Julian P. Van Winkle, III. Preston grew up in the post Stitzel-Weller era of Van Winkle bourbon production, exploring his father's bottling hall and barrel warehouse in Lawrenceburg, KY, occasionally helping with the bottling and labeling. Preston graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2001 and immediately started working for his father. Initially he split time between the Louisville office and the Lawrenceburg bottling facility where he often processed bourbon for bottling and ran the bottling line as Julian had for the previous 20 plus years. In 2002 the Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery partnered with the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, KY, freeing up Julian and Preston from production duties enabling them to focus on the sales and marketing of the brands. Preston assumed the role of Marketing Manager for Old Rip Van Winkle and has worked since then to help manage and market the Van Winkle brands.

Aaron Goldfarb has been a journalist for over a decade, frequently writing on the subjects of cocktails and drinking culture for such publications as the New York Times, Esquire, Playboy, and PUNCH. His latest book, Dusty Booze: In Search of Vintage Spirits, digs into our ongoing obsession with old spirits and the people who chase them. We talk about the real bourbon grails and the fake ones, and if there is any remaining Stitzel-Weller juice to be drunk. It's fun catching up with Aaron. Do you enjoy This Is TASTE? Drop us a review on Apple, or star us on Spotify. We'd love to hear from you. MORE FROM AARON GOLDFARB:The Craze for ‘Dusty' Liquor [WSJ]Why Anyone Who Loves Rare Bourbon Should Visit Japan [Matador]See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The daughter of a tavern owner in New York City, Laura Cullen fell in love with hospitality early on. Since then, Laura has lived in nearly every corner of the United States, and has spent her impressive career working in most every facet of the beverage alcohol industry. Laura's story is a testament to resilience, passion, and the enduring power of the beverage community to uplift and inspire

Hold on to your glasses, bourbon enthusiasts! We're journeying through a world of distilling with Tiny and Super Nash, and you're invited along. We're going to unpack the treasures of the upcoming Kentucky Bourbon Festival and the exclusive Crystal GC Club. Expect a scintillating discussion about industry big guns like Randy Prase from The KBF and brands like Rosewood distillery, Smoke Wagon, and Bourbon on the Banks. We promise you, it's not just another whiskey talk, but a deep dive into a fascinating world where every sip counts.Now, let's shift gears and take a closer look at something equally exciting - the art of collecting whiskies. Hear Tiny discuss his enviable whiskey collection and the intricacies of the Crystal GC Club. Brace yourself for a roller-coaster ride through the late 60s and early 70s as we unearth rare picks like a Stitzel Weller and much more. In the second part, we open up about our captivating experience at the Death Leopard concert and share our thoughts on everything from whiskey collecting to barrel bashing. As we wind down, we'll be comparing the flavors and complexities of some great whiskies , Russell's Reserve, and Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit. But, before we get there, we have a palate-pleasing session lined up where we discuss our unique whiskey rating system focused on taste, smell, and finish. We've got a lot to share, and we can't wait to do it. So, pull up a chair, pour your dram, and let us lead the way to the next whiskey bar. Cheers to that! Support the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.com

On today's episode we have a glass of IW Harper 15 Year!  We continue our series talking about whether age is the end all be all on the flavor of whiskey.  We talk about the Burnheim Brothers, sourcing from your competition, and the power of nostalgia on your whiskey journey.  All that and more on today's episode of Whiskey Chasers!  Be sure to Like us on Facebook and follow us on instagram, as well as rate and review the show wherever you are listening, it really helps us out. Our Website is www.whiskeychaserspod.com, check us out! Thanks, and enjoy the show!History of distilleryIssac Wolfe (I.W.) Bernheim immigrated from germany in 1848Came to work in Ney York, but the company he wanted to work for went out of businessGot a job as a peddler of household items, going door to door throughout pennsylvania.  He did this UNTIL HIS HORSE DIEDMoved to Paducah, KY to be a bookkeeper for a liquor wholesalerWhile there he made enough to move his brother to the USBernheim Bros distilling began in 1870They moved to Louisville in 1888 and bought Pleasure Ridge Park Distillery and Bernheim Distillery was bornIN 1896, the bonded warehouse burned down.  They had insurance BUT the Unpaid Whiskey Tax was to much.They were tied in court until 1897, the court decided they did not owe the tax as the whiskey was destroyedThey were allowed to continue producing through prohibition, but sold to Schenley Industries in1937. This was sold to Guiness in 1987, Which own DiagioThe return of the name1992, Bernheim Distilleries was opened again by united, owned by GuinessThe Bernheim brand was sold in Asia and europe, but was a top name in JapanIn 1999, Heaven Hill purchased Bernheim Distillery In 1996 the Bernheim distillery was destroyed in a Fire, so they bought the siteBernheim Original wheat was introduced in 2005 by heaven hill, Named after IW Bernheim and his brother for their contributions to whiskeyBut….. IW Harper?IW Harper was reintroduced by Diageo in 2015, Using spirits from the Bernheim Distillery, Aged at Stitzel-Weller, and Bottled by George DickleTastingThe bottleBeautiful crystallized look with a square topperThe juiceMarch 2015 this was releasedProof: 86Age: 15 YearsMashbill: 86% Corn, 6% Rye, 8% Malted BarleyMSRP: $75 (2016)Support the showWebsite:www.whiskeychaserspod.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/whiskeychaserspodcastInsta:https://www.instagram.com/whiskeychaserspodcast/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeychaserspodcastThanks For Listening! Tell a Friend!

Our episode today is all about our recent experience of being tourists in our own city.  Thanks to Mint Julep Experiences for the opportunity and allowing Bourbon Lens to curate a custom bourbon tour around Louisville. You'll hear about our jam-packed day which included a rare look inside Brown-Forman Cooperage, an intimate tour of the historic Stitzel-Weller property, and an insider's look at Kentucky Artisan Distillery.  If you are looking to come to Kentucky, make sure you check out Mint Julep Experiences for an extensive list of opportunities to maximize your trip. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.  We are thankful for everyone who has supported us. A huge shoutout goes to our growing Patreon Community as well! We'd appreciate it if you can take the time to give us feedback on our podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.  And please check out our Patreon to learn how you can support our endeavors, earn Bourbon Lens swag, be part of future barrel picks, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please email us at Info@BourbonLens.com. Check out our BourbonLens.com to read our blog posts, whiskey news, podcast archive, and details on our upcoming single barrel picks. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens   Book your tour today by heading to https://mintjuleptours.com/.  About Mint Julep Experiences: From handcrafted custom tour itineraries to public tour offerings, Mint Julep Experiences is Kentucky's premier destination management company for the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, legendary horse farms, historic Kentucky landmarks and the Commonwealth's rich culinary scene. As one of Conde Nast Traveler's “Best Guided Drinking Tours in America,” the one-of-a-kind, family-owned tour company offers transportation and event planning services for hassle-free ventures for any group size, including corporate outings and V.I.P. excursions with transportation. Based in Louisville, the Mint Julep Experiences team of bourbon experts, veteran tour guides and city concierges do it all to help you explore the living history of Kentucky in comfort and style. Regional transportation through Louisville, Bardstown, Lexington, Northern Kentucky, Cincinnati, Nashville, Franklin and more! Show Links: Mint Julep Tours Bourbon Tours on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® | Mint Julep Tours Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Itinerary What to Know the First Time You Hit the Ky Bourbon Trail® Post-COVID - Kentucky Distillers' Association A Complete Guide to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail - AFAR Bourbon Trail Passport & Field Guide

Welcome to the Boozebuddy Update. For you Boozebuddies today I have - Rare Pappy Auction, White Castle IPA, & Red Wine Cocktails Rare Pappy Auction is about to get underway in the UK for bottles from the days of Stitzel-Weller distillery. That shop was closed down in 1972. The auction bidding will start at over $9,000. Something tells me - this collection is going to sell for more than that! Share your guesses with me below. More at the link https://tinyurl.com/2aafxcmd White Castle IPA is back. The house of sliders has once again teamed up with Evil Genius Brewing. This time it's Main Character Energy a Kiwi Dragonfruit IPA. For some of you lucky folks, this will be available not just where Evil Genius is sold, but also available for delivery right to your door. Yes, I'm jealous. Six-packs of the beer will sell for a suggested retail price of about $12, and it comes in at 6% ABV. If it's not on shelves yet, it will be soon. More details at the link https://tinyurl.com/295d82pk The Boozebuddy Update is brought to you by Green Mountain Payments - helping local business owners save thousands of dollars by providing complimentary credit card processing equipment and zero cost credit card processing. Visit greenmountainpayments.com or posandzero.com today! Red Wine Cocktails are a thing you should be experimenting with. Why? Simply because they are fantastic and it is a great way to use some wine that might be slightly past its prime, or it's not that great but you could turn it into something great. If you like whiskey sours, try a New York Sour, hot toddy or a mulled wine? Glogg in the microwave. Something to celebrate the warm weather - how about a Tinto de Verano which means “summer red wine”. For the full list of 14, with recipes, at the link https://mixthatdrink.com/red-wine-cocktails/ Buy me a Beer and get merch at https://shop.boozebuddyupdate.com Remember to stay safe, and drive sober. Reach out if you have a comment, question, or story suggestion! Buy me a Beer and get merch at https://shop.boozebuddyupdate.com Find all the show notes, links, and suggest a story at https://BoozebuddyUpdate.com *Affiliate links below* El Gato Retractable Green Screen - https://amzn.to/3gKm4jr LED Streaming Key Light Desktop - https://amzn.to/3TYfV10 Canon 80D - https://amzn.to/3JwYpiB MOMAN MA6 Lavalier Mic - https://amzn.to/3ZktFHf #theboozebuddyupdate #boozebuddy #boozebuddyupdate #beerindustry #boozenews #booze #pappyvanwinkle #pappy #auction #bourbon #bourbonhunting #bourbonwhiskey #bourbonbarrelaged #whiskeytube #whiskey #whitecastleteam #sliders #evilgenius #ipa #hazy #hazyipa #collab #collbeeration #redwine #redwinelover #winelovers #winelovers the boozebuddy update, beer industry, global news, booze news, booze, Pappy Van Winkle, Bourbon auction, bourbon hunting, bourbon hunt, rare bourbon, rare whiskey, white castle, IPA, hazy IPA, sliders, beer food pairing, collaBEERation, collab, Red Wine, Wine cocktails, red wine cocktails, --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boozebuddy/support

You've probably heard of the legendary Stitzel-Weller distillery. Getting a taste of whiskey created by this famous place is nearly impossible for the average person. But, there is one opportunity that remains where you can get just a hint at the greatness. Doug Kragel joins the show to give us the history and in-depth breakdown of Blade & Bow. As a brand educator he knows all about the products in the Diageo portfolio and we try and dig into more about the identity of these whiskeys. And to make everyone jealous, we even get to drink the limited 22 year old release. Show Notes: Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) talks about distribution markups How did you get into a role of an ambassador or brand educator? What was the George Dickel brand like when you started? How do you determine criteria for an accelerator program? Why was Blade & Bow created? How does a partnership form to get whiskey to make this brand without revealing sources? What's the difference between fractional blending vs solera? Is there a team or a single master blender? What if I challenged you and said are there really 20 year old barrels being dumped in the blend? Why only have a small still at Stitzel-Weller and not try to recreate the magic it once had? Why have partnership with Garden & Gun at the distillery? What is the next phase of growth for Blade & Bow? What does a membership to the Five Keys Club get you? Why do a 22 Year Blade & Bow vs another Orphan Barrel? Will we ever see Bulleit distilled whiskey go into Blade & Bow? @bladeandbowwhiskey @stitzelwellerdistillery Support this podcast on Patreon

In the bourbon industry, you won't find a place with more fanfare and buzz than the world famous Stitzel-Weller distillery in Shively, Kentucky. Once home to brands like Pappy Van Winkle, Old Fitzgerald, Rebel Yell, Cabin Still, and Old Weller, the site now is now owned by Diageo and home to the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Experience. A few years ago, Diageo released Blade and Bow Bourbon which is said to contain the remnants of original Stitzel distillate mixed with younger whiskies made possible by their unique solera aging process. Join the guys this week as they talk about professional golf and other summer happenings while sipping on Blade and Bow Bourbon. Will the liquid captivate our senses and taste buds as much as the legendary stuff once produced there? You'll have to listen to find out. -------------------------- Socials IG: https://www.instagram.com/themashupky FB: https://www.facebook.com/themashupky TW: https://twitter.com/themashupky Music: All the Fixings by Zachariah Hickman Thank you so much for listening!

If you saw a market that was a sinking ship, would you jump on board? That was bourbon 25 years ago when clear spirits were winning. Trey Zoeller joins the show once again to reflect on the past 25 years. We dive into what it was like trying to break into a community that didn't want newcomers and the hurdles that came along with it. Not to mention, how he could get great barrels of bourbon for a steal because no one wanted them. Lastly, we talk about the lightbulb moment of Ocean that has truly become his signature on the industry and if we will ever see Jefferson's Space Aged. Show Notes: Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) talks about looking for flavors on white dog You were 28 years old when you started Jefferson's in 1997, tell us about that time. How did you know that there was a bunch of aged whiskey sitting around to buy? What was is like trying to sell whiskey between 1997 and 2002? Did you ever think about closing up shop and quit selling whiskey? Were you welcome to whiskey festivals? Why did Brown Forman and Heaven Hill send you a cease and desist? What hurdles did you have with sourcing early on and how did you get ahead of it? How did you handle the call when it came to buying the 17yr Stitzel-Weller barrels? When did you realize you were running out of 17yr barrels and you had to do something different? Tell us the background on Ocean and the lightbulb moment At any given time, how many barrels do you have at sea or on river? How many voyages are you up to now? When can we expect Jefferson's Space Aged? @jeffersonsbourbon Support this podcast on Patreon

Fred sits down with Joe Wilson, curator of the Whisky Auctioneer site, and discusses the hist ory of private barrel selections and the state of American whiskey in auctions.  In past auctions, Michter's and WhistlePig releases have been going head-to-head with Pappy Van Winkle, the most sought after bourbon in the contemporary sense.  They also taste a couple rare gems distilled at Stitzel-Weller in the 1950s and 1960s. Read more about this auction and the history of private barrel picks in Inside Hook.  

In this episode of The Angels Share, the Angels come to you from the speakeasy at Justins' House of Bourbon (JHOB) in Lexington where they spend some time hanging out, chatting, and drinking dusties with Caroline Paulus, Whiskey Historian of JHOB, and Senior Editor of The Bourbon Review. Caroline talks with the Angels about how she got her start in the Bourbon industry and she also sheds some light on her 9-5 job at JHOB. She also gives some tips for detecting defects and counterfeits as well as some factors to consider for those interested in hunting for vintage bourbons.  The Angels also sample a variety of dusties including one of Caroline's favorite vintage pours available at the JHOB tasting bar: Grist Mill. Stacey also shares some dusties from her personal collection – 2 different vintages of Stitzel-Weller's Old Commonwealth from 1979 and 1982. And to close out the show on a more modern note, Caroline shares the latest upcoming barrel picks and releases from JHOB, including their most recent release -  the Blackwood Toasted Bourbon.  Follow Caroline on Instagram - @misswhiskeyhistorian  Follow Justins' House of Bourbon - @houseofbourbonky Follow the Bourbon Review - @bourbonreview 

STITZEL-WELLER “What do you mean you'll run out of Blade & Bow?” Urban Bourbon trail stop 4 was @stitzelwellerdistrillery. History abounds at the site Pappy himself once roamed. While there are no active production lines on site, the Rickhouses and aged buildings provide a classic atmosphere (ask about the black fungus...it's safe, they say). The tastings were wide-ranging and included @bulleit, @bladeandbowwhiskey, and a 15-year @iwharper. Annie scared us a bit talking about a limited supply... surely they'll think of something, right? #pappyland #bourbonon #bourbontrail #pappyland #urbanbourbon #urbanbourbontrail #louisville #pappysoffice #nowellerhere #whiskey #bourbon #stitzelwellerdistillery #bulleit #iwharper #bladeandbow

Tiny treats himself to the Weller's line of wheated bourbon!  Check out how he tastes these extremely sought after bourbons that have become famous throughout time!  Distilled originally by Stitzel Weller and distilled today at the Buffalo Trace Distillery.  Weller  is some of the best bourbon on the market today! Come see  Tiny Barrel bash four of the bourbons in the Weller's line in this podcast of the Scotchy Bourbon Boys.!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/scotchybourbonboys)

Exciting news for the folks over at Stitzel Weller Distillery -- they are gearing up to open the region's only Garden & Gun Club. You know the brand associated with Garden & Gun Magazine - now they are bringing a restaurant, light fare, apps and cocktails to Stitzel Weller. It's gonna be AMAZING! Interview with Elizabeth Dowell the Brand Home Manager on opening dates, details. To plan a tour/visit go to bladeandbowwhiskey.com and stitzelwellerdistillery.com

On this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, sports talk radio personality Steve Czaban joins Fred for some lively conversation and tasty whiskey. Czaban is a veteran of Fox Sports Radio, Yahoo Sports Radio and others, and his Steve Czaban Show currently airs on 97.3 The Game in Virginia. During the interview, he and Fred discuss what might happen if Fred's bourbon fell off the shelves, mindfulness, Stitzel-Weller, modern sports media and more, all while tasting and comparing three different whiskeys. Whiskeys tasted: Belfour Straight Rye (8:20) Old Fitzgerald Bottled in Bond 8 Year (20:14) Doc Swinson's 15 Year Old (24:37) EPISODE SUMMARY Fred and Steve touch on plenty, such as: They come right out of the gate trying to name Fred's studio space, starting with the possible name "The Bunghole." Let's hope that one doesn't stick. The Belfour sparks conversation about the "Kentucky chew." They engage in conversation about mindfulness and applying it to aromas and flavor. Pappy Van Winkle bourbon comes into the conversation briefly. Fred talks about how high whiskey can go in terms of proof and why. Steve compares a non-soccer fan watching soccer to a rookie whiskey drinker drinking whiskey - you know whether you like it or not, but you can't really explain why. Fred talks about his grading system for spirits. They then engage in conversation about modern sports media ... and how bad so much of it is. They take well deserved shots at Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless, and ESPN shows like Around the Horn. Steve calls it, "Completely non-nutritious for a thinking person." They agree that the best way to enjoy whiskey is with friends. It provides a nice transition from making fun of yelling sports talk hosts to agreeing on enjoying whiskey any way you choose. That said, don't be mixing Coke with your Pappy. Yes, Jack Daniel's is technically bourbon. Steve chooses the Belfour as his favorite because the bottle reminds him of the Stanley Cup. Fred proclaims that "whiskey rocks are lame." QUOTABLES Steve Czaban, on modern sports talk broadcasting, "The stuff that is churned out by ESPN every day is so laughably bad. I say to myself, who on Earth watches this and thinks, 'Yeah, Stephen A. [Smith], that's a perfectly solid opinion.' Nobody with a brain." RESOURCES https://czabe.com/ https://twitter.com/czabe https://www.instagram.com/czabe/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My wife Roxy and I tonight talk about how she loved oaky chardonnys and did not like whiskey. we cover her complete whiskey journey to loving bourbon. We also taste her favorite top 3 bourbons #1 Bakers #2 IW Harper 15yr and #3 Woodford reserve double Oaked! join us for another episode of The Scotchy Bourbon Boys Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/scotchybourbonboys)

Tiny Super Nash and Xavier Discuss their palates and how they differ while tasting Blade and Bow  and Bombergers bourbon. a special Michters release!   Find out their thoughts and notes in tonight's episode of The Scotchy Bourbon Boys!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/scotchybourbonboys)

tonight Young Nose and Tiny dive deep into the Stizel Weller line! we Barrel bash Blade & Bow and IW Harper 15 year plus give  little background on The Stitzel Weller distillery!  come listen and join in the fun that is the scotchy bourbon boys  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/scotchybourbonboys)

The story of Pappy Van Winkle, the world's most sought-after bourbon, isn't as neat and tidy as you might think. WDRB.com business reporter Chris Otts interviews Wright Thompson, author of the new book,“PAPPYLAND: A Story of Family, Fine Bourbon, and the Things That Last​." The book carries special significance for the podcast audience, as much of it unfolds in Louisville, home of the Van Winkle family and the Stitzel-Weller distillery that Julian 'Pappy' Van Winkle once ran. 

On this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, legendary ESPN sports writer Wright Thompson hangs out with Fred to talk about Thompson's new book, Pappyland: A Story of Family, Fine Bourbon, and the Things That Last. Suffice to say, if you're into the Pappy Van Winkle legacy, you're going to love this inside look into Thompson's relationship with Julian Van Winkle, who he shadowed for parts of three years to learn about what makes the Van Winkle family tick. Wright and Fred talk about the book, bourbon and, most importantly, the Van Winkle way. No whiskey tasting this time - Fred was sipping coffee, as it was a morning interview - but there was plenty of whiskey talk. EPISODE SUMMARY Fred and Wright cover a number of topics, such as: "It was a story about writing a book as much as anything," Thompson tells Fred about his relationship with Julian Van Winkle and the process of getting to know him and the family's history while writing Pappyland. He notes that much of the story he learned mirrored many things that were happening in his own life at the time. He also notes that he drank "a lot of good whiskey" during the research process and was able to reflect his tastes off Julian Van Winkle's, noting that Julian was "unsentimental" toward much of the bourbon they tasted. And for those who don't believe in the scarcity of Pappy Van Winkle and Old Rip Van Winkle products, Thompson says they'd better change their thinking. Because the scarcity is real. Speaking of Julian, Thompson tells Fred, "I certainly thought, 'Well, this guy's got a basement full of this stuff,' and, ah, he doesn't. ... That was really interesting to see, that the scarcity is real." That said, before loaning much of it to Frazier History Museum, Julian had a huge stash of priceless whiskey hiding in his basement. Fred and Wright also talk about tasting some of the white dog from the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery and finding it to be even smoother than some aged bourbons. Thompson says Julian's goal is to create bourbon that is "the closest approximation" to Stitzel-Weller whiskey. "It was interesting to me to see how much the process for him is dancing with the ghost of that." He talks about events coming up through which bourbon fans can win Van Winkle products (get involved at Wright's Website. They talk about how fake Pappy often is sent back to Buffalo Trace, and Julian often tastes (and likes!) the faked bourbon, to see what people are passing of as Pappy Van Winkle. On how covering sports is similar to covering bourbon, Wright says, "One, people are very, very passionate about it and have long, deeply felt opinions." He talks about how bourbon, in a way, embodies the American spirit. Ultimately, the book is about why people make bourbon and why so many people want to drink it, he says. "I hope in my heart of hearts that maybe I have articulated something that a lot of people like you and I ... have felt but never fully articulated. I think people will say, 'That's me on the page. Hopefully.'" Fred offers that being a fan of a sports team that isn't successful is almost the opposite of one's love of whiskey: "Bourbon is largely joy; being a fan is mostly heartache." Thompson buys bourbon to drink, not to collect or re-sell: "I would love a world in which everybody's decanter whiskey was Old Rip. For $60 a bottle." And Wright teaches us all how to make a VanHattan (good luck finding the ingredients, though). QUOTABLES "I don't know if I have a complex enough whiskey palate to separate my desire for something to be great from it's actual greatness," Thompson says, speaking of his relationship with whiskey. RESOURCES FOLLOW WRIGHT https://wrightthompson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wrightthompsonbooks/ FOLLOW FRED htps://www.instagram.com/fredminnick/ https://twitter.com/FredMinnick https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE_GJtYr3yowks2iv1o4jg https://www.facebook.com/fred.minnick/ SPONSORS Manscaped...

Andy and Jon discuss everything WL Weller! This week’s episode covers the history of Weller bourbon, from it's history as the first widely produced wheated bourbon, it's time at the Stitzel Weller distillery, to their Buffalo Trace styled modernization and transformation into one of the most iconic and sought after cult classic bourbons in the world. Plus, Pappy’s twin!

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Adam and Cole drink a fan favorite cheaper priced wheated bourbon, Weller Special Reserve. They talk new home for Cole, Ben Folds, wheated bourbon history, Stitzel-Weller and maybe Cole curses for the first time (maybe not). And on Whiskey World News, Adam reads an article about Sazerac conquering Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2020. Have a listen to see if an $18 whiskey is worth a high ranking on this fun episode of Chill Filtered.  Music by Larry Hill MERCH: https://streamlabs.com/chillfiltered/#/merch  www.chillfiltered.com  www.patreon.com/chillfiltered www.whiskeygoals.com 

On this episode of Chill Filtered, the boys drink a revived bourbon brand, David Nicholson Reserve. They talk life updates, special bottles, Newsies, NDPs (once again) and Stitzel Weller. And on Whiskey World News, Adam reads an article about a big name brewer getting into the whiskey business. Join Adam and Cole as they drink this Kentucky Straight Bourbon on this fun episode of Chill Filtered.  Music by Larry Hill www.chillfiltered.com  www.patreon.com/chillfiltered www.whiskeygoals.com 

 On this episode of Chill Filtered, Adam and Cole try one of the most award winning bourbons of all time, William Larue Weller (2015 vintage). They talk about moving cities, rough Madison weather changes, and three huge names in whiskey (Stitzel-Weller, Van Winkle, and Jim Murray). And on Whiskey World News, Adam reads an article about the American whiskey boom compared to that of other whiskies around the world. Have a listen to find out what makes a lauded wheated bourbon and find out if both the boys rate this whiskey as great as the Whiskey Bible would. Music by Larry Hill www.chillfiltered.com  www.patreon.com/chillfiltered www.whiskeygoals.com 

On a special edition of The Bourbon Show, Steve’s friend Andrew Dill, the great nephew of Ed Foote, asks him some questions Steve put together for the legendary Master Distiller and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Famer. Ed Foote made some of the most coveted bourbon in the history of the distilled spirit during his 10-year run as the Master Distiller at Stitzel-Weller. Hear what he has to say about his time in the industry, what he thinks of bourbon today and some great stories during the golden age of bourbon. Today’s show was sponsored by Steve Akley’s book, Mules and More (https://goo.gl/EN3wEj). The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Check us out at: abvnetwork.com. Join the ABV Network Revolution by adding #ABVNetworkCrew to your profile in social media.

Steve, Kaitlyn and Jeremy continue on with a month of sampling by trying OBR, a vintage bourbon from Luxco that was sourced from Stitzel-Weller. Today’s show is sponsored by Bourbon Mixology Volume 4 (https://goo.gl/GP6L1z) and Mules and More (https://goo.gl/EN3wEj).The Bourbon Show music (Whiskey on the Mississippi) is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Check us out at: abvnetwork.com. Join the ABV Network Revolution by adding #ABVNetworkCrew to your profile in social media.

Kevin Didio, Manager of Kentucky Visitor Experience at Bulleit Frontier Experience, talks about his career in bourbon with multiple distilleries, dives into the history of Stitzel-Weller and IW Harper, and talks about the visitor attractions you can see at the reinstated Stitzel-Weller Distillery. Talk about your role here at the Bulleit Frontier. Before we talk about some of the other positions you've held, Talk about how you got into bourbon. I found my calling in college, what about you? Talk about your career with various players in the industry Talk about more about your time at Jim Beam and what you were doing This is also the historic site of the Old Fitzgerald / Stitzel-Weller Distillery. Now, we do have a lot of people listening for the education, so talk about the history of the distillery itself. Can you comment on what you think made people Stitzel-Weller crazy? Talk about what's happening on the grounds here today. Distillation? Aging? Bottling? Brands? Is there a possibility that Bulleit can have the same product as the famed Stitzel-Weller? Talk about the bottling happening here Give people the small run-down of Bulleit history Talk about Blade and Bow It's a bit of an odd duck here because this is owned by Diageo. You've got a whole heap of brands that you can talk about. Bulleit, IW Harper, Orphan Barrels, blade and Bow etc. Talk about which one of those you have a bigger fascination with and why At this point, I guess we never talked about some IW Harper history. Can you school us there? Talk about a typical tour done here? How can people schedule tours?  

Carol Perry, or just Perry, is a legend in his own right. Perry has worked at the Stitzel-Weller distillery in Shively for 45 years. He has held about every job you could possibly have and is currently working security and head greeter for the Bulleit Frontier Experience.    - Give us an idea of what you have been doing here for the past 45 years  - Talk about what life is like working at the warehouse  - Why did they have windows open only during the day?  - What other kinds of experiences did you gather from working at warehouse?  - Drinking your own product on the job probably wasn’t uncommon back then  - How automated were the processes back then?  - What do you mean by dumping the glass?  - Did you ever have any interactions with the Van Winkle family?  - Wasn’t there a break room incident with Julian?  - What were you doing when the distillery closed its doors?  - Any security incidents in your time?  - You’ve seen the ups and downs, is this the craziest time you’ve ever seen?  - Is there a best memory that sticks out for you during this time?

Ewan Morgan, National Director for the Diageo Masters of Whiskey, joins us from DC to talk about his past with whiskey, scotch, and bourbon. We dive deeper into the Orphan Barrel releases as well as the latest, Blade and Bow.   1. Tell us about your love story with bourbon. How did you get into the industry? 2. Give us an idea about the differences you see in scotch vs whiskey vs bourbon 3. Talk about your role at Diageo as a Master of Whiskey 4. How would you even begin in that career path? 5. Talk about how Diageo started getting into pure bourbon? 6. Give us a little bit of history and the inspiration behind the Orphan Barrels 7. How did Diageo come up with the bottle designs? 8. Can you talk a little bit about the Diageo Orphan Barrel releases? Old Blowhard, Barterhouse, Lost Prophet, Rhetoric, and Forged Oak. What makes each unique? 9. Some Orphan Barrel series such as Barterhouse are seeing new batches show up while some others such as Lost Prophet are pretty much done. Can you give an indication of which releases we can expect to see more of? And which ones are done? 10. Diageo recently released Blade and Bow. Talk to us a bit about both releases 11. What is solera aging? 12. Talk about the marketing of the key and the name “Blade and Bow” 13. What does it mean to call the old Stitzel-Weller distillery "home"? 14. How much Stitzel-Weller juice do you have on hand?

For decades, the legendary Stitzel-Weller Distillery in the Louisville suburb of Shively has been a mystery for Bourbon lovers. Now, the distillery made famous by Pappy Van Winkle has opened its doors to the public as the home of the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Experience.

Edwin Foote started his distilling career in the old Henry McKenna Distillery, and wound up as the Master Distiller at the legendary Stitzel-Weller and Old Fitzgerald Distillery in Louisville. This Bourbon Hall of Famer sits down with us for WhiskyCast In-Depth to discuss his career and how the whiskey business has changed over the years...both good and bad. In the news, an updates on the Balblair 1969 and other new whiskies, water bottled specially to be mixed with whisky, and more!

The Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville is holy ground for many bourbon lovers, even though it closed 20 years ago. Stitzel-Weller was the home of Pappy Van Winkle's legendary bourbons, and we'll look at the distillery's history and its future on this episode of WhiskyCast with historian Michael Veach and Julian Van Winkle. Tom Bulleit's Bulleit Bourbon is aged at Stitzel-Weller now, and he'll explain Diageo's plans to open at least part of the grounds to the public as The Bulleit Experience.