Podcasts about whiskey lore

Whiskey Thief (Franklin Co and Louisville, KY) WF0060 Surprise, surprise, we're going to have a repeat guest to the show today. Distilling director Lisa Wicker (formerly of Limestone Branch, Huber's Starlight, and Widow Jane) joins us along with Walter Zausch, owner of the Whiskey Thief Distillery. If you've never been, you're missing one of Kentucky's most unique distillery experiences. From the barn and farm, to the goats, food trucks, and barrel thieving - there may not be a better distillery to get a feel for Kentucky Bourbon hospitality in a relaxed atmosphere. We'll talk about how Walter came to own this farm, the philosophy change since he arrived, the person who inspired him, the distillery's new space in NULU, and we'll find out from Lisa, who is just settling in, her first impressions and what brought her to Whiskey Thief. It's all in celebration of the release of Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon: Second Edition. Catch the extended version at patreon.com/whiskeylore as a member of the Speakeasy.

Are you ready to get schooled. Drew dropped the hammer of knowledge on our unsuspecting Butts. What else can I say the man knows his stuff. I really hope you enjoy this episode.Whiskey-lore.comBadmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/?aff=3https://www.instagram.com/zsmithwhiskeyandmixology?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw=="To find the truth, question everything."Drew Hannush BioBest-selling Author, Whisky Historian, and World Whisky AmbassadorCelebrating over two decades as an entrepreneur, Drew Hannush has taken the business acumen developed during his 20 years as owner of the Hannush Web Design firm and brought his drive and passion into the world of whisky.In 2019, he founded Travel Fuels Life, LLC with an initial mission of teaching people how to live a travel lifestyle. What he learned along the way is that travel needs purpose to be truly fulfilling. It was during these travels that he went on a themed trip to Kentucky so he could learn about Bourbon. After visiting 17 distilleries in Kentucky and two more in Tennessee in eight days, he fell in love with the history, stories, and traditions of whisky distilling. But he also noticed that not all distilleries were telling the same story. His natural curiosity led him to shift from travel to creating the Whiskey Lore podcast.Drew's journey has now taken him to over 300 distilleries worldwide, exploring the unique stories and traditions behind each one. In 2025, he embarked on his ambitious “Great 48 Tour,” visiting craft distilleries across the United States, one state at a time, connecting with the passionate people behind America's vibrant distilling scene. These experiences, combined with his meticulous research, have culminated in Whiskey Lore: Volume One, a deep dive into 24 whiskey myths and legends that reveal the real stories behind the lore.Drew's passion for whisky history and storytelling doesn't stop there. He is also creating the ultimate distillery travel guide at whiskey-lore.com/travel, providing a comprehensive resource for planning immersive distillery visits. His earlier books, Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon and Experiencing Irish Whiskey, have set a standard for whisky travel guides, and he continues to raise the bar with every new project.The success of his books and podcast has driven Drew's mission to uncover more stories, write more books, and bring whisky scholarship to a higher level. Along the way, he is spreading the word through guided whisky tastings, speaking engagements, and interviews around the globe, inspiring whisky enthusiasts and travelers alike to explore the rich history and culture of this beloved spirit.About Whiskey LoreWhiskey Lore®: Rewriting Whiskey History and Inspiring Distillery AdventuresAt Whiskey Lore, our mission is to uncover the truth behind whiskey's most enduring myths and legends, reshaping how the world understands and appreciates this storied spirit. It began with the groundbreaking Whiskey Lore podcast, where deep historical research and engaging storytelling brought to light the hidden truths of whiskey's past. This dedication to rewriting whiskey history has culminated in books like The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey, a deep dive into a centuries-old tradition, and Whiskey Lore: Volume One, which challenges common narratives with meticulously researched stories behind 24 whiskey myths and legends.

Augusta Distillery (Augusta, KY) WF0059 The month-long celebration of the release of Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon: Second Edition continues with a journey to the Northern Kentucky region that is home to New Riff, Neeley Family, Boone County and others. But did you know, along the Ohio River, below Cincinnati and northwest of Lexington there are three distilleries just waiting to be explored? Today, we're going to visit with Ryan Edwards, co-founder of Augusta Distillery, a facility I've had the privilege of seeing evolve from the bones of an old manufacturing building into an experiential distillery that blends town charm, the building that employed so many, and a modern distillery that stretches the concept of what you can do in a distillery. It's also the home of a distiller you should know - Alex Castle. Join me as we go through the evolution of the distillery and find out what things you can do here that you've likely never done at any other distillery. We'll make you put Northeast Kentucky into your travel plans. And for Patreon.com/whiskeylore members, get an extra ten minutes to this episode with some insider information on some of the features of this distillery. Cheers and slainte mhath, Drew

Let's Get into this one. This IS the Start of the Book Club. This goes over chapters 1-10. Hope you enjoy.Listen to the Whiskey lore podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/3LMl9xSeLwWX8h9Sfe4CYd?si=18eba0ba36c14673Whiskey-lore.comBuy the book here: https://a.co/d/enc4sVbBadmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/?aff=3Patreon.com/the_whiskeyshamanAbout Whiskey LoreWhiskey Lore®: Rewriting Whiskey History and Inspiring Distillery AdventuresAt Whiskey Lore, our mission is to uncover the truth behind whiskey's most enduring myths and legends, reshaping how the world understands and appreciates this storied spirit. It began with the groundbreaking Whiskey Lore podcast, where deep historical research and engaging storytelling brought to light the hidden truths of whiskey's past. This dedication to rewriting whiskey history has culminated in books like The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey, a deep dive into a centuries-old tradition, and Whiskey Lore: Volume One, which challenges common narratives with meticulously researched stories behind 24 whiskey myths and legends."To find the truth, question everything."Immerse Yourself in 250 Years of Distilleries, Taverns, Teetotallers, and 'Shiners!Think Jack and George are the complete story of Tennessee whiskey? Think again. For far too long, the real history and legacy of Tennessee whiskey has been hidden from whiskey fans. It's a history that not only predates Kentucky Bourbon but also the Whiskey Rebellion. From its early days, it is filled with amazing stories, legends, and villains.The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey will take you back to the very origins of the spirit and the state.InPart One: History,you'll meet pioneer distillers like David Crockett, Andrew Jackson, and Frederick Stump. It's a unique opportunity to put yourself in their shoes, learn of their struggles, understand the tools and grains they worked with, and get to know the world that surrounded them. This is no pollyannish stroll through the glories of whiskey. Life on the frontier was a struggle and you'll feel it along with the heroes and villains of early Tennessee. You'll also learn about their markets and the taverns they sold to.InPart Two: Lost Distillers, watch as a whiskey industry develops in Tennessee. It's a story that has never been completely told. Tennessee was an early leader in the production of whiskey and its distillers were fiercely loyal to tradition. You'll meet pre-Civil War distillers like Wiley Woodard, William Tolley, and Alfred Eaton. You'll learn the origins of brands and why they were important. You'll get to know the origins of the temperance movement and the difference between a wildcatter and a blind tiger. You'll watch the government try to destroy Tennessee whiskey, feel the sting of bullets during the Putnum County War, and learn the difference between 19th and 20th century moonshiners. You'll also be introduced to great names in Tennessee whiskey that faded away, like Draughon, Gouge, Kelly, Betterton, Fanning, and Woodard, while digging deeper into the histories of Jack Daniel, George Dickel, and Charles Nelson. You'll also learn the origin of the whiskey bottle, whether the Lincoln County Process is really what set Tennessee whiskey apart in the 19th century, and you'll see how Tennessee's great whiskey industry died away in a hail of gunfire.InPart Three: Revival,find out why Jack Daniel wasn't the most important person in the company's history. Learn of the immense struggles distillers went through to bring the industry back. Experience Tennessee's own version of Pappygate, take a ride down Thunder Road, croon with some of the greatest singers and songs in Tennessee, and watch the trailblazers fight tooth and nail to put Tennessee whiskey back on the map.WARNING: This is real history. Be prepared to have your knowledge American whiskey challenged in this first ever, immersive history into the legends, lore, and real world of Tennessee whiskey.

Minden Mill Distillery (Minden, NV) WF0056 Taking a short break from the Great 48 on-site visits for a virtual visit to a location I visited when it lived under a different name - Bently Heritage. When they reached out to me about potentially doing an interview - I jumped at the chance. First, if you don't know about this distillery, you should. It is one of the coolest distilleries in the world. Today, it is known as Minden Mill. New owners, yet, still an amazing distillery and now it has one of my favorite American distillers at the helm, Joe O'Sullivan (formerly of Clear Creek/Hood River). Join me as I flash back to my first visit to Tahoe, Carson Valley, and the Bently Ranch. And hear how Joe is taking on the challenge of Estate distilling. After listening, if you'd like to add this distillery to your Whiskey Lore wish list, find it at whiskey-lore.com/flights

Meinelschmidt Distillery (Hagarstown, MD) WF0053 Time for another Mid-Atlantic stop, this one not far off the I-81 exit. We're stopping in to visit a military veteran who, along with his wife, decided to take their enjoyment of craft distillery travel and turn it into their own distillery. We'll learn Cort and Chelsea's inspirations for their Hagarstown distillery, hear about the growth of the town, their interest in wheated whiskeys, and hear the story of how the two met. And, now Whiskey Lore's travel guide features over 900 distilleries worldwide, so if you're thinking about traveling this summer, make sure to put a craft distillery or two on your agenda. You can find it at whiskey-lore.com/travel

Seven Three Distillery (New Orleans, LA) WF0047 Time to head down to the Big Easy to a distillery experience with a little swamp magic and a whiskey tree. In a town with so many cool things to experience, its time to get a feel for the hospitality and spirits produced by Luka Cutura and his team at Seven Three Distillery, just across the bridge from the Louisiana Superdome and a few blocks from Bourbon Street. And check out an extra eight minutes of interview time with a free-trial of Whiskey Lore's Patreon patreon.com/whiskeylore 

Untangling the Myths and Legends of Whiskey How many distillery tours have you been on? Are you a veteran of the hobby, or a new entrant looking to learn as much as they can, or perhaps someone on a family trip taking a brief trip to a nearby distillery for fun? Whichever of these applies to you, chances are you will hear something (probably multiple somethings) that are apocryphal, stories told so many times and pushed so hard that you believe them upon hearing.  Some might have elements of truth, some might even be mostly true. In the world of whiskey, though, the story is almost always more important and pervasive than the truth.  Drew Hannush, owner of Travel Fuels Life, host of the now-ended Whiskey Lore Podcast, and author of several books including Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon, has long been someone I've looked to when doing research or trading names of people and distilleries to which I should pay attention. I didn't realize how long I'd been supporting him on Patreon, and it's been well worth it.  In his new book, Whiskey Lore: Volume 1: Bourbon, Scotch, Irish Whiskey: The Real Stories Behind the Biggest Myths and Legends, Drew invites us to interrogate these stories and uncover the history behind the tales. Some of the most well-known whiskey legends are questioned: was Elijah Craig really the "father of bourbon"? where did the term "bourbon whiskey" originate from? and our shared favorite, is Jack Daniel's bourbon?  Spanning both sides of the Atlantic, the stories behind American, Scotch, and Irish whiskies are investigated with the eye of someone looking for as much of the truth as we can find. While the "real" story isn't always knowable, Drew searches for that gray area between truth and fiction to find, at least, a place where we can feel comfortable going on a distillery tour and not wanting to assail the stories our guides tell us. In the meantime, you may learn the backgrounds of legends and myths you never even knew about. Whether listening in Drew's radio-ready voice or reading the book yourself, you'll come out understanding how marketing and stories are created. Add in the now-ubiquitous AI component we all see on ever search, and Drew creates a context and starting point for his trademark style of research-driven storytelling.  "Only" 24 myths and legends made it into Volume One, and by Drew's telling, he's got at least a few dozen more for future volumes. He's also about to revisit Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon with a 31-distilleries-in-10-days-trip and soliciting recommendations for his "Great 48" tour of distilleries in the lower 48 states. Join me and Drew on his (and my!) Patreon to be part of something big - I know you'll love it just like I do.  Thank you to Drew for entering the Whiskey Ring! Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, BAXUS Baxus is the world's leading collectible spirits marketplace, with user-friendly options for buyers, sellers, and collectors looking to vault their collections. Use my link below to visit the BAXUS.CO website and sign up!  BAXUS Website BAXUS on Instagram BAXUS on Facebook BAXUS on Twitter/X BAXUS on LinkedIn _________________________________________________________ If you haven't joined the Patreon community yet, please consider doing so at patreon.com/whiskeyinmyweddingring There are six (6) spots available at the $25/month bottle share club level. These are the last 6 spots that will ever be opened without a current member retiring - if you've been waiting, now's the time!  If you haven't yet, please follow Whiskey in my Wedding Ring and the Whiskey Ring Podcast on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter on the website.  Whiskey Lore Links Purchase Whiskey Lore Volume One  Whiskey Lore and Travel Fuels Life Website Whiskey Lore Patreon Whiskey Lore on Instagram Whiskey Lore on YouTube Whiskey Lore on LinkedIn

Hellyers Road Distillery (WF0037) Burnie, Tasmania How many distilleries are there on the island of Tasmania? Wow, really?  It is time to take our first steps onto whisky island. So you thought that was Islay, right? Well, maybe by volume, but for the sheer number of distilleries, Tasmania has them by a mile.  Today, let's get a sense of what is going on in Tasmania, the flavors, the styles, the experiences, and the people. Join me as I chat with CEO Derek Charge or our Head Distiller Fiona Coutts of Hellyers Road Distillery to learn how a milk farm turned into a distillery and dive into details about the distillery fans drove up into our Sweet 16 Fan Favorite Craft Distilleries competition. Plus, on This Week in Whiskey Lore, we'll see why whisky advertising in the US was non-existent for multiple generations. Plus, I'll give away what next year's Great 48 Tour will encompass.  Cheers! Drew

45th Parallel Distillery (New Richmond, WI) WF0034 After a short (recording) layoff, thanks a a hurricane power outage, I'm back to finish off the last three visits on my Midwest Great Lakes Tour 2024. Today, we're off to a distillery with great fan support in an area just a little off the beaten path. It's 45th Parallel, just about 50 minutes east of Minneapolis. It's a distillery focused on grain-to-glass, getting most of their grains from the local community and they're working on a variety of spirits beyond Bourbon and Rye. We'll talk about one of them - aquavit. We'll also dive into their wheat whiskeys and how the distillery came about. Also, on This Week In Whiskey Lore, we will celebrate the return of a Tennessee whiskey and I'll give some hints as to who my guest will be on the Whiskey Lore: The Interviews podcast when it returns this week. Want to build a wishlist of your favorite distilleries? Whiskey-Lore.com/travelguide now features over 600 distilleries that you can bookmark and track with a free membership.

This week Todd and Jim welcome Drew Hannush to the podcast to talk about his own podcast as well as his books that you can find everywhere. He is also releasing a new book this fall/winter which we are all excited to hear about. Listen in as we have a few pours with this geat storyteller. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Great Northern Distilling (Stevens Point, WI) WF0032 Thanks to everyone taking part in our Instagram Craft Distillery Bracketology. Without you, I wouldn't have discovered so many great Wisconsin distilleries, including the one I'm visiting today in the heart of America's Dairyland, beer land, and now whiskey land. During our visit, we'll learn about what potatoes bring to vodka, the special ingredients that make a Wisconsin Old Fashioned unique, and dive into the concept of the Wisconsin supper club with Brian Cummings, Great Northern's founder. Plus on This Week in Whiskey Lore, we'll go back 130 years to the day Chicago went dry...at least in terms of distilling. To see Whiskey Lore's online distillery travel guide, head to whiskey-lore.com/travelguide and look for distilleries with headphone icons to find episodes of our Whiskey Flights.

Mammoth Distilling Co (Bellaire, MI) WF0030 A big thank you to Mammoth for inviting me to South Manitou Island for the Rosen Rye project. What an amazing experience. You'll hear about some of it in this episode with my guest, farmer, brewer, and distiller Collin Gaudard. He'll talk about how Rosen Rye got to America, how popular it was, how it went away, and how we got it back. Also during this episode, we'll go back to the gangster era and hear how a little Tennessee town earned a nickname worthy of the most famous gangster. And don't forget to add your favorite distilleries from the show to your Whiskey Lore distillery wish list. https://www.whiskey-lore.com/travelguide

Liberty Pole Spirits (Washington County, PA) WF0025 A historical rye, peated Bourbon, and tons of history - you know I'm there. Join me this week as I stop off at a distillery where turning your Alexander Hamilton painting upside down is considered the appropriate way to display it. It's time to meet Jim Hough and learn about his family based distillery, focused on bringing back Monongahela Rye. We'll chat about this historic spirit and dive into some Whiskey Rebellion history. And, I'll give you tips on some cool things to pair with a visit to the distillery, including a sandwich topped with something quite unexpected. Plus, on The Week in Whiskey Lore, I'll look at a famous single malt first and see if it holds up. And if you're interested in planning a trip to Pennsylvania to visit distilleries and you want to get a wish list together, visit whiskey-lore.com/pennsylvania and sign up for a free account. Then create the ultimate wish list.

Stoll & Wolfe Distillery (Lancaster County, PA) WF0024 Since I first heard the story of how Dick Stoll, formerly of Michters, and Erik Wolfe partnered to keep alive a Pennsylvania rye distilling tradition, I've wanted to have him on the show. Today it happens. We'll dig into the history of a local distillery with roots back to when the British and French were fighting over the Colonies. Then we'll look at how a legendary distillers, who began his distilling career with Michter's when it was in Pennsylvania, joined with a passionate whiskey enthusiast, to carry these stories and spirits into the future. We'll also revisit a sad day in Bourbon County history, on This Week in Whiskey Lore. And we'll mix in some great side trips with our travels, including pretzels and chocolate. Check it out. And if you're inspired to visit Stoll & Wolfe and other Pennsylvania distilleries, there are now 23 listed at whiskey-lore.com/pennsylvania in the Whiskey Lore Travel Guide.

Laws Whiskey House (Denver, Colorado) WF0023 Welcome to a special edition of Whiskey Lore's Whisky Flights. This is the "pilot" episode (no pun intended) that I recorded as a proof of concept back in the early summer, for this theater of the mind program surrounding trips to distilleries around the globe. This is a chance to hear my original ideas for the structure of the show, while also hearing parts of the interview I did with Al Laws, founder of Laws Whiskey House. See if you can spot the differences from the more recent episodes. And listen up, because I've got a couple of big announces in the intro of the show. And watch for a Colorado series coming up later this fall.

The Cotswolds Distillery (The Cotswolds, England) WF0020 Today, we head to the largest distillery in England by volume. A distillery you may or may not have heard of - but you soon will (especially since you're listening to this show). I sit down with the brand's Whisky Brand Ambassador Rob Patchett to talk about the evolution of the distillery, its New Yorker founder, the development of a world class tourist experience, and the spirits they are creating. Plus, on This Week in Whiskey Lore, we'll revisit an event that happened 4 years ago, that brought a historic brand to a new home. And we'll trace the history of that brand back to just after the Civil War. And if I pique your interest in visiting distilleries in this region, make sure to check out the 20+ English whisky distillery profiles at whiskey-lore.com/england.

Sagamore Spirit Distillery (Baltimore, MD) WF0012 It's time to head north (just short of the Mason Dixon Line) to Baltimore, Maryland, where we're about to explore a distillery that shows is pride in Maryland Rye by only producing that one spirit. Join me as we talk with Ryan Norwood, the Director of Operations at Sagamore Spirit Distillery and learn what makes their spirits and a visit to their distillery special. I'll also give you a bunch of different activities you can take part in while in Baltimore. And on This Week in Whiskey Lore, we'll take a look at Chattanooga distilling's past, present, and future. Enjoy this episode and make sure to add this and any of the other 22 Maryland distilleries to your Wish List. Find details, maps, and tour booking links at whiskey-lore.com/maryland Sponsored by: Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) 

Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) WF0011 Time to head to the land of golf and beaches, right on the edge of Hilton Head Island. Let's explore the unique spirits being made at Burnt Church Distillery, learn about their mission to give back to their community, and get a feel for this beautiful facility and all it has to offer visitors. Plus I'll give you my three reasons to add Burnt Church to you Whiskey Lore distillery wish list. And in This Week In Whiskey Lore, we'll look back on a time when an Islay classic made rose quickly from the ashes. Enjoy this episode and make sure to add this and any of the other 11 South Carolina distilleries to your Wish List. Find details, maps, and tour booking links at whiskey-lore.com/southcarolina

The Striped Pig Distillery (Charleston, SC) WF0010 Time to visit my second distillery in Charleston on this trip - The Striped Pig. Winning honors as South Carolina Distillery of the Year, this woman-owned, family run distillery shows the power of having the employees being invested in the company's future. From distilling to the tour experience, to the mixture of tastes available, you may not have heard of The Striped Pig, but now you'll get a chance to learn about it from one of the family members Remy Exvall. We'll find out about the history behind their fascinating name, Remy will tell you about some activities in the area, and I will give you my three reasons to visit, plus clue you in-to some of the things I like to do in Charleston. Plus, we'll have an Irish "This Week in Whiskey Lore." Enjoy this episode and make sure to add this and any of the other 11 South Carolina distilleries to your Wish List. Find details, maps, and tour booking links at whiskey-lore.com/southcarolina Sponsored by: Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) 

High Wire Distillery (Charleston, SC) WF0009 This week, I'm back in my home state and taking a drive through Revolutionary War country on my way to one of my favorite U.S. cities, Charleston, SC. Not only is there a ton of history, but you'll also fine amazing food, music, and of course beaches. My host is High Wire Distilling's co-founder Scott Blackwell and he's going to tell us how he moved from bread and beer (liquid bread) into the distilling industry. Plus we'll hear of how he found the Jimmy Red Corn his distillery is known for. Plus, I'll have travel tips for getting around Charleston, a tip to help you impress your tour guide at the distillery, and my three reasons to put High Wire on your Whiskey Lore distillery Wish List. Enjoy this episode and make sure to add this and any of the other 11 South Carolina distilleries to your Wish List. Find details, maps, and tour booking links at whiskey-lore.com/southcarolina Sponsored by: Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) 

Leiper's Fork Distillery (Leiper's Fork, TN) WF0008 Today, let's dig into some history, as we travel to Leiper's Fork Distillery, just south of Nashville, and meet with founder Lee Kennedy. Lee is a fellow lover of history and he's done all he can to help bring some of Tennessee's heritage to his distillery - from the beautiful swan neck pot still to the 200 year old cabin the tasting room and gift shop sit in, to the stories told on the tours. Sit back and relax and let me take you, through the theatre of the mind, to this wonderful distillery. And also enjoy This Week in Whiskey Lore, with an Irish focus, and stay tuned for my three reasons to visit Leiper's Fork. Enjoy this episode and make sure to add this and any of the other 40 Tennessee distilleries to your Wish List. Find details, maps, and tour booking links at whiskey-lore.com/tennessee Sponsored by: Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) 

Short Mountain Distillery (Cannon County, TN) WF0007 Imagine heading into the hills and taking in a 400-acre distillery property filled with relaxing activities, a restaurant, and of course a fun and informative distillery tour. That is the experience I had when I visited Short Mountain Distillery just over an hour east of Nashville.  Let me introduce you to Billy Kaufman, the distillery founder, who is looking to create one of the most unique experiences in Tennessee - or anywhere for that matter. Welcome to this week's Whisky Flight. Enjoy this episode and make sure to add it to your Whiskey Lore distillery wish list at whiskey-lore.com/flights  Sponsored by: Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) 

PostModern Spirits (Knoxville, TN) WF0006 Welcome to the reason I'm doing these whisky flights. Yes, I love history, but I also love seeing what craft distillers are doing around the globe. And one of the distilleries that made a big impression on me when I traveled through Tennessee was PostModern, thanks to a nice 3 hour chat with one of its founders Ron Grazioso. Ron has a unique way of looking at spirits, but he also has a respect for history. Yet, in PostModern, he is stretching the boundaries of whisky making, and I can't wait to share with you what you can expect at PostModern. Enjoy this episode and make sure to add it to your Whiskey Lore distillery wish list at whiskey-lore.com/flights  Sponsored by: Burnt Church Distillery (Bluffton, SC) 

On episode #230 of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author, Drew Hannush. Drew is a whiskey historian, whiskey podcast host, and an Amazon bestselling author of three engaging books on whiskey. With a background in web design, Drew transitioned into whiskey writing and podcasting, turning his passion for travel and spirits into a successful new career.Drew's latest book, *The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey,* is a compelling dive into a lesser-known chapter of American whiskey lore. Listeners will find this book especially interesting for its rich storytelling and the way it weaves in historical facts with engaging narratives, offering a unique perspective on Tennessee's distilling heritage.Learn more about Drew Hannush by visiting Whiskey-Lore.com.For more details about our short, helpful book publishing program, visit BiteSizedBooks.com.

Join me as I fly into Edinburgh and make my way north to the Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky - Lindores Abbey. It's been a few years since I visited the distillery and back then, their spirits were still new to the world and had not aged the required 3 years to be considered whisky. But we took time to chat about their recreation of Friar John Corr's Aqua Vitae.  Now the whisky is here and the distillery is maturing into a nice profile of tours and experiences. We'll learn what has been going on with Lindores Abbey, get to know what the tours are like, how you can enhance your experience at the distillery, and find some cool side trips. Plus, we'll have another installment of This Week in Whiskey Lore. Enjoy and if you find Lindores Abbey is a distillery you want to visit, head to whiskey-lore.com/flights and go to the profile to add it to your free wish list in the Whiskey Lore Travel Guide.  Cheers and sláinte mhath! Drew

Wow, two completely different countries here on the first day of Whisky Flights - neither known for whisky - but both with craft distilleries that are working to define the flavors of their countries.  As we began taking nominations for our Craft Distillery Bracketology on Whiskey Lore's Instagram, I put a call out for "world" craft distilleries. When Riachi was nominated by a Whiskey Lore fan, it piqued my curiosity about what a Lebanese whisky would taste like. Then Roy, the 8th generation winemaker and distiller sent me a DM and I instantly knew, I wanted him on the podcast. It's time to stretch ourselves beyond the traditional distilling regions to kick this show off. Join me as I take you virtually into the mountains of Lebanon to discover Riachi's spirits.

Happy World Whisky Day 2024! Today is the perfect day to release a brand new Whiskey Lore series called "Whiskey Lore's Whisky Flights." As usual, I, Drew Hannush, am expanding the boundaries of what a whisky podcast can be.  For years I have traveled to distilleries in Scotland, Ireland, and the United States, talking to founders, distillers, and tour guides. This led to two best selling travel books (Experiencing Irish Whiskey and Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon) where I revealed the secrets of planning the perfect distillery get away. But books take a long time to write and publish and I have so many experiences I want to share.  So now, through "Whiskey Lore's Whisky Flights" you can pack yourself away in my virtual suitcase, as we travel together and learn about great craft distilleries all over this planet. It's something that is made possible, thanks to the power of podcasting, my storytelling, and a bit of imagination.  Join me on my first stop today, in a non-traditional whisky distilling region, South Africa, as we meet Pieter Van Helden and find out why knowing science is an important element in making whisky, and we'll find out more about the town of Parys, where the distillery is located, and maybe inspire you to visit. As a companion to this podcast, check out the brand new distillery guide that is rapidly being built at whiskey-lore.com/travelguide. Here, you can build wish lists of your favorite distilleries and build your own whisky trail. And if you own a craft distillery, reach out to me at whiskey-lore.com/contact to see how we can feature your distillery. Enjoy our first flight! It's going to be a wild and fun journey of discovery. Cheers and sláinte mhath Drew

In a world where branding has become paramount in the promotion of people and products, certain brands have slipped from our vernacular, or have taken on new roles. Long ago, the saloon was much more than just the domain of cowboys and gunfighters in the Old West. But for some reason, the name disappeared. It's time to delve into the history of the concept and find out...whatever happened to the old time saloon? For more Whiskey Lore Stories, check out the new book The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey by Drew Hannush. It's available at your favorite online bookseller or at Whiskey-Lore.com/audio

Jim sits down with best selling author Drew Hannush to discuss his latest book, "The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey". Drew is the Host of Whiskey Lore and author of three best selling books on whiskey. Listen in as Jim and Drew explore the history of Tennessee whiskey while sipping on some select Tennessee pours. A must listen for sure! Thank you to our sponsors, Blanton's Bourbon Shop and Pints and Barrels. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

Author and host of the Whiskey Lore podcasts, Drew Hannush joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his new book, The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey. Order it now through Amazon here.

So, where has Whiskey Lore Stories been all summer? I'll give you the lowdown. In reality, I've been working on 30 new episodes, but they will be in a different format than you're used to. As I break the century mark on Whiskey Lore: The Interviews episodes and complete a summer of writing stories that I have yet to share, it is time to look at how I've done things with Whiskey Lore and where I can make it even better. I give the update as I reveal some of my findings during my research for the upcoming book The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey.  Enjoy this episode, which is also available on the Whiskey Lore: The Interviews podcast.

With episode 102, it is time to take stock of what Whiskey Lore is about and the way I research my stories. With the upcoming release of my first full-length history book The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey I've done some soul searching and its time to let you in on what I'm thinking. 

How many distillery tours have you been on? 2? 5? Maybe 20? Well, you can't even touch our guest today. Drew Hannush is the author of multiple books including Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon, Experiencing Irish Whiskey, and new one coming soon on Tennessee. He has his own whiskey podcast called Whiskey Lore but, he has also visited over 250 distilleries across the world. That's a ton of miles traveled. We dig into his passion and why he continues to visit distilleries and even re-visit some. Then we discuss how he doesn't get fatigued because sometimes it's a lot of the same process and story told over and over again. Then we dive into some hidden gems across Kentucky and even talk about the boom of craft distilleries and if he plans on hitting every single one. Show Notes: Above the Char with Fred Minnick (@fredminnick) talks about barrel shortage. What got you into the deep-dive of whiskey? How do you not get fatigued listening to a similar story every time? Did you find out where the name bourbon came from? What stands out when visiting Kentucky distilleries? How are some distilleries rewarding drivers versus those who are traveling to try a bunch of whiskey? How are you approaching all the different whiskeys with an open mind? How many brands outside of American Whiskey are sourcing whiskey? What keeps you interested to keep going back and revisiting distilleries? What are the hidden gems that people don't know about? Now that all these craft distilleries are popping up across the US is the goal to hit them all? Support this podcast on Patreon

I've been working on this episode for a month and a half, but life and work often gets in the way.  I really thought about blaming everyone else that decided to do an Irish Whiskey episode in the month of March but the reality is it's a busy month and I had to come in sideways with three flat tires and an engine on fire to be able to complete this episode.  It's got a lot to do with Drew Hannush from Whiskey Lore, Irish Whiskey, history and maybe even good whiskey friends.     Links of Interest: https://a.co/d/byh76Gg https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/ https://www.irishwhiskeymagazine.com/magazine/independent-bottling-part-1/

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Joining us to celebrate this holiday is Drew Hannush from the Whiskey Lore Podcast to discuss The Quiet Man (1952). We've got trivia, fun facts, and commentary on Irish Whiskey. Enjoy the episode! Follow Drew! https://www.whiskey-lore.com/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWFj9xNxwGioHNSiN1kWZRQ  https://www.instagram.com/whiskeylore/ Follow The Show! https://terrancelayhew.com/suitup/ https://www.instagram.com/suitup.podcast/  

Our guest today is Drew Hannush, who is helping us kick off our coverage of Irish Whiskey for St. Patrick's Day.  Drew is an author, podcaster, world traveler, and incredible storyteller.  Drew Hannush is the author of the best selling book "Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon” and his latest book, “Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Irish Whiskey”. He also hosts two whiskey podcasts, Whiskey Lore - The Stories & Whiskey Lore - The Interviews.  Drew has traveled extensively throughout Scotland, Ireland, and the United States touring distilleries, picking up stories, and helping inspire travelers and whiskey lovers through his social media posts, book, and whisk(e)y tasting experiences. He uses his knowledge and authoritative voice to empower others.  We are excited to chat about Irish Whiskey and his travels in Ireland with Drew in this episode and we hope you enjoy too. Drew understands that the way to bring history alive is to humanize it through entertaining stories. His Whiskey Lore Podcast takes the wonderful legends and myths gathered from distilleries around the globe and transports the listener behind the label of their favorite spirits. From telling the story of Shackleton's whisky through master blender Richard Paterson to the historic rising of Four Roses, told through the memories of brand ambassador Al Young, Drew reveals the stories that bring you closer to your favorite whisk(e)y.   Find out more about Drew and Whiskey Lore on his website.  You can grab copies of his books here: "Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon”  “Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Irish Whiskey”   Irish Whiskey in the News: Purchase Drew's latest book: “Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Irish Whiskey” The State of Irish Whiskey - Daily SevenFifty  Drew's Book featured in Irish News Irish Whiskey Tourism Soared in 2022 Irish whiskey market size to grow by USD 1.54 billion from 2021 to 2026: A descriptive analysis of customer landscape, vendor assessment, and market dynamics - Technavio Whiskey Tourism in Ireland Increased By 425 Percent Last Year | VinePair Brands Report 2023: Irish Whiskey - Drinks International - The global choice for drinks buyers The History of Irish Whiskey Irish Distillers Files NFT Patent To Launch Virtual Bars – Jameson In Metaverse ‘I only see good things at the moment' – Irish Whiskey Association chair James Doherty on a booming | Business Post Amid an Irish Whiskey Renaissance, the World's Oldest Licensed Whiskey Distillery Comes of Age | VinePair 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  

Join me for My Chat with Drew Hannush from the Whiskey Lore podcast series. Drew has a real passion and knowledge of Irish whiskey and recently undertook a trip around the island of Ireland, visiting most of our whiskey distilleries. Off the back of this, he wrote a fantastic book - Whiskey Lore's Guide to Experiencing Irish Whiskey. Available now on Amazon - https://bit.ly/3CLw6J3 Drew also has two great podcasts - Whiskey Lore: Stories  &   Whiskey Lore: The Interviews. Check them out. Don't forget to sign up to my Patreon for 96hr early access episodes, discounts and a 20% discount on all tickets to Cork Whiskey Fest 2023. https://www.patreon.com/whiskeychatspodcast https://corkwhiskeyfest.com/ I really enjoyed enjoyed our chat. I hope you enjoy it too, Sláinte   

In my quest to dig into Irish whiskey history, this may be one of my favorite episodes yet. We start off with one of the great legends of Ireland - a legend tied to the area I was traveling through, the Boyne River Valley. I get to visit Slane Distillery, taste their whiskey and head over to Boann to learn the experimental side of that distillery and more legends. Meanwhile, I dig deep into the 17th century, when Irish uisce beatha was gaining a great reputation in London, until a Dutch upstart stole the show. All this and a beheading and rebellion - this week on Whiskey Lore.

It's time to turn the tables and let you learn a little bit about me, get behind-the-scenes with Whiskey Lore, and learn a ton about Irish whiskey. I've given the reins over to one of my favorite podcast hosts Terrence Layhew of the Suit Up! Podcast. He digs into my motivations for starting Whiskey Lore and lets me get deep into the rise and fall and rising again of Irish Whiskey.

Why is whiskey spelled with and without an "e"? Drew Hannush, our guest today, tells us this and more as we discuss the myths, history and lore of whiskey. Drew is the host of the Whiskey Lore Podcasts, and author of a travel guide to Kentucky Bourbon. In addition to talking whiskey, we also touch on his love of James Bond and the story of Ernest Shackleton. It's an amazing interview, you can keep on the look out for Drew's upcoming book on Irish Whiskey on the horizon. Follow Drew https://www.whiskey-lore.com/ https://www.whiskey-lore.com/book https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWFj9xNxwGioHNSiN1kWZRQ https://www.facebook.com/groups/whiskeylore https://www.instagram.com/whiskeylore/ Follow The Show! https://terrancelayhew.com/suitup/ https://www.instagram.com/suitup.podcast/

Drew Hannush is the host/producer/creator of one of the finest wishk(e)y pods out there, Whisky Lore. He has been one of the best sources of whisky knowledge for us and enthusiasts like us and we wanted to get him on the other side of the mic and hear his whisky stories... and the stories behind his stories. Support the show

In the powerful conclusion to this story about Joseph Greenhut's Whisky Trust, an infernal instrument of death is set to be deployed at one of the Distillers and Cattle Feeders Company's greatest rival distilleries and the conspirators are brought before the court. And we find out why the Whisky Trust wasn't really a whisky trust after all. And later, we discover what happened to this powerful combination. Enjoy an extended part 3 of Whiskey Lore.

Whiskey Lore fans will remember Clay from his article that prompted Fawn Weaver to research the Uncle Nearest story, leading to the establishment of her own whiskey and a foundation in Nathan "Nearest" Greens' name. He is releasing a beautiful new book, perfect for the bourbon fan on your list, called "Bourbon: The Story of Kentucky Whiskey." We'll dive into how he writes about historic figures, to finding amazing dusty bottles in the Buffalo Trace bottle archive and more.

As a nice pairing with this week's Whiskey Lore episode about whisky aged at sea, I'm hear to talk about a sea aged Japanese whisky called Kaiyo. This spirit makes its way from a Japanese warehouse to Liverpool England, picking up personality all along the way. Join me was I taste a single cask version and we talk Japanese whisky, history, and working with tough woods like Mizunara Oak.

The Summer is almost over. Time for the new season of Whiskey Lore. Make sure you are subscribed. And check out the new podcast from Whiskey Lore called Whiskey Lore: The Interviews, where I turn the storytelling over to founders, distillers, historians, and authors. Find it and subscribe on the same podcast app you use to listen to Whiskey Lore.

What many of us know about Virginia City, Nevada and the saloon scene comes from the depiction of "The Bucket of Blood" saloon in the TV show Bonanza. But is that really what the saloons of the Old West really like? In the Whiskey Lore episodes on Virginia City, we find out this was no one saloon town. In my interview with local historian Ron Gallagher, we learn more about the Comstock, the saloons, and life before and after Bonanza.

What better way to introduce Whiskey Lore and my book Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon than by being a guest on another bourbon podcast. Jim Shannon and Mike Hyatt are the hosts of The Bourbon Road podcast and I'll let them take the controls as we do a tasting of Angel's Envy Cask Strength and Shackleton's Blended Malt Scotch, and I talk about how I got started living a life of a whisk(e)y traveler and podcaster.

Did you know that Four Roses was one of the most popular bourbons just after World War II? Did you also know that it was pushed to export and remained off of shelves as a straight bourbon in the United States for over 50 years? In this interview, I chat with the late-Al Young, who along with master distiller Jim Rutledge helped bring this legendary brand back to life. This is a companion interview to the full story which is available on the Whiskey Lore story-based podcast feed.

At the end of Season 4 of the story-based Whiskey Lore podcast, I realized that a lot of great interview clips were ending up on the cutting room floor. I also felt like I was being held back from being able to do interviews that weren't attached to a particular story I was covering. So, I introduce to you, Whiskey Lore: The Interviews. A chance for us to learn about the people, history, and processes that make our favorite scotch, bourbon, (etc) whiskies as amazing as they are - without boundaries.  I hope you enjoy the conversations. Drew Hannush - Amazon Best Selling Author

For many people,  one of life's great joys is a lovely dram of whiskey. Whether you're a fan of Kentucky Bourbon, Single-malt Scotches, Japanese or Tennessee whiskey, every glass tells a story or contains memories that connect drinkers to different places, and different times. For Jim Ambuske, a dram of Cragganmore 12 instantly takes him back to Edinburgh, where he's spent many months hunting American Revolutionaries in the archives. But like most folks, he knows less about the stories behind the whiskies than I would like. That's where Drew Hannush comes in. On today's show, you'll meet Drew, the host of the podcast Whiskey Lore, a show dedicated to exploring whiskey's history, and debunking whiskey myths, one glass at a time. Drew stopped by the Washington Library just before the holidays to do some research for his newest season of Whiskey Lore, which will feature a series of episodes about George Washington and Whiskey. Now as you might know, Mount Vernon reconstructed Washington's Gristmill and Distillery several years ago and the team there has been distilling whiskey ever since, something we've covered before in previous episodes. And just a reminder that if you're a Virginia resident, we can now ship our whiskey and brandy directly to your door.  Jim Ambuske and Jeanette Patrick met with Drew during his visit to talk about his own whiskey journey, the stories he's uncovered, and his fascination with Washington's distilling efforts. Be on the lookout for Drew's Washington-centered Whiskey Lore episodes to drop soon.  About Our Guest:  Drew Hannush is a writer of the best selling book "Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon." He also hosts a travel lifestyle podcast called Travel Fuels Life and a whiskey stories podcast built on the brand - Whiskey Lore. Drew has traveled extensively throughout Scotland, Ireland, and the United States touring distilleries, picking up stories, and helping inspire travelers and whiskey lovers through his social media posts, book, and whisk(e)y tasting experiences. He uses his knowledge and authoritative voice to empower others.  About Our Hosts:   Jim Ambuske, Ph.D. leads the Center for Digital History at the Washington Library. A historian of the American Revolution, Scotland, and the British Atlantic World, Ambuske graduated from the University of Virginia in 2016. He is a former Farmer Postdoctoral Fellow in Digital Humanities at the University of Virginia Law Library. At UVA Law, Ambuske co-directed the 1828 Catalogue Project and the Scottish Court of Session Project.  He is currently at work on a book about emigration from Scotland in the era of the American Revolution as well as a chapter on Scottish loyalism during the American Revolution for a volume to be published by the University of Edinburgh Press.  Jeanette Patrick is the Center for Digital History's Digital Researcher and Writer. Among her many responsibilities, she serves as Associate Editor of the Digital Encyclopedia of George Washington.  She holds an MA in Public History from James Madison University. She is a former Program Manager at the National Women's History Museum in Washington, D.C.

Oh this episode, we talk with Drew Hannush of Whiskey Lore Podcast. Drew is a travel and bourbon enthusiast who has travel all of the world, while enjoying different whiskeys along the way. Drew talks to us about his podcasts, his travels, and his upcoming book, Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide To Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon, available May 26th 2020. Cheers to a great interview! Listen now on Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, SoundCloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and YouTube! SUPPORT US ON PATREON!!! https://www.patreon.com/fitcpodcast SOCIAL MEDIA PLUGS Follow Friends In The Corner on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook: @FITCPodcast Email: friendsinthecorner@gmail.com Listen to Friends in The Corner: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2-XQoadmHPXCUOXy5fxh6Q SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/fitcpodcast Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-in-the-corner-podcast/id1429073304 Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/friends-in-the-corner-podcast Google Play-https://play.google.com/music/m/Iutthegii6c3qlnxqvscn5z4oma?t=Friends_In_the_Corner_Podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-friends-in-the-corner-podc-31145517/ Spotify- open.spotify.com/show/1sx6HmYGJrV931db2PC5d9 Follow Drew Hannush and Whiskey Lore: whiskey-lore.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/whiskeylore/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/whiskeylore/