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The Sams focuses on the Champions League race, as five clubs can now qualify, and five clubs are battling for the final two spots. City, Villa, and Newcastle all secured wins, while Chelsea drew with Ipswich and Forest lost at home to Everton. Liverpool is now six points from the title, as Arsenal is clearly focused on the Champions League. The wolves have won four games in a row for the first time in the Premier League, and Big Ange's days may be numbered at Spurs. The Sam's ranks number three on the Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2024 with Lagavulin's 12-year “Ink of Legends. " Man City 5 - Palace 2 Everton 1 - Forest 0 Villa 3 - Southampton 0 Chelsea 2 - Ipswich 2 Newcastle 3 - Man United 1 Brighton 2 - Leicester 2 Arsenal 1 - Brentford 1 Liverpool 2 - West Ham 1 Wolverhampton 4 - Spurs 2 Bournemouth 1 - Fulham 0 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow TikTok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow Support the show and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow www.DUdripshack.com.

Another episode of Extra! Extra! our Industry Insiders Edition -- Joshua and Jess welcome Heather Storgaard to the Padcost to discuss Rye whisky or, better yet, the fact that "Suddenly, Rye Makers in Europe Are Not Allowed to Call it Rye" which is also the title to Heather's article in Whisky Advocate. And, no, this was not some crazy April Fool's Joke. Listen in and learn from an industry expert! ...as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

The Sams open with Newcastle winning their first domestic trophy in 70 years by beating Liverpool in the League Cup, thus ending the Reds' chances at a treble. There was still league action, and none of the teams in the drop zone could help themselves, with Wolves winning and increasing their lead to 9 points clear of safety. Brighton and City had the best match of the weekend, while Arsenal and Chelsea may have been the worst. The Sams enjoy number 6 on Whisky Advocate's Top 20 for 2024 with Booker's "Springfield." Batch” Bourbon. Newcastle 2 - Liverpool 1 Wolverhampton 2 - Southampton 1 Forest 4 - Ipswich 2 Man United 3 - Leicester 0 Brighton 2 - Man City 2 Brentford 2 - Bournemouth 1 Everton 1 - West Ham 1 Arsenal 1 - Chelsea 0 Fulham 2 - Tottenham 0 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitch @DUfootballshow Kick @DUfootballshow TikTok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow Support the show and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow www.DUdripshack.com.

The Sam's opened with a masterclass victory over City in a crucial battle for the Champions League. United found a bit of inspiration to secure a point against Arsenal, potentially ruining their title chances. Villa and Brighton both claimed wins, while Bournemouth dropped points late against Spurs in the fight for Europe. Liverpool cruised to victory despite conceding first. Wolves earned a point, while Southampton, Leicester, and Ipswich all suffered losses. The Sams enjoy number 8 on Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2024, the Glenmorangie 16-year Sauternes finish. Forest 1 - Man City 0 Man U 1 - Arsenal 1 Brighton 2 - Fulham 1 Villa 1 - Brentford 0 Bournemouth 2 - Spurs 2 Liverpool 3 - Southampton 1 Palace 1 - Ipswich 0 Wolverhampton 1 - Everton 1 Chelsea 1 - Leicester 0 Newcastle 1 - West Ham 0 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitch @DUfootballshow Kick @DUfootballshow TikTok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

The Sams begin with Liverpool's rollercoaster week, which now places them 11 points ahead in the standings. They speculate whether Graham misses Malört now that the Gunners have lost in the league. It was tough for all three clubs at the bottom of the league to lose so decisively, while the Wolves pulled off an unexpected win at Bournemouth. Big Sam has wise advice for United supporters, and Newcastle's victory over Forest was the standout moment of the weekend. The Sams are pleased with #9 on Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2024, Wild Turkey 8-Year Jimmy Russell 70th Anniversary. Villa 2 - Liverpool 2 West Ham 1 - Arsenal 0 Liverpool 2 - Man City 0 Brentford 4 - Leicester 0 Spurs 4 - Ipswich 1 Brighton 4 - Southampton 0 Wolverhampton 1 - Bournemouth 0 Everton 2 - Man U 2 Palace 2 - Fulham 0 Villa 2 - Chelsea 1 Newcastle 4 - Forest 0 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitch @DUfootballshow Kick @DUfootballshow TikTok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow Support the show and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow www.DUdripshack.com.

Whisky Advocate's Top 20 Whiskies of the year list is always fun to sample through. This year we have 12 ½ of the top 20 to try. This year's list is heavy on Islay whiskies, interesting barrel finishes and as always, old timey candies. #20 - Westland Beer Cask Finish American Single Malt Whiskey #18 - Bushmills 10-Year-Old ex-Bordeaux Cask Irish Single Malt Limited Release #17 - Virginia Distillery Company Highland Malt Finished in Hardywood Ginger Stout Cask #15 - Compass Box Crimson Casks #14- 2XO Kentucky Straight Bourbon The Kiawah Blend #13 – Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye #12 – Angel's Envy Cask Strength Bourbon Limited Release #11 – Ardbeg Spectacular Ardbeg Day Release 2024 #4 – Bardstown Bourbon Company Collaborative Series Amrut #3 – Lagavulin 12-Year-Old Cask Strength Special Release The Ink of Legends 2023 #2 – Bruichladdich 18-Year-Old Islay Malt Re/Define Eighteen #1 – Laphroaig Elements 2.0 Long Ferment If you have a question for the Barrel to Bottle Crew, email us at comments@binnys.com, or reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. If we answer your question during a podcast, you'll get a $20 Binny's Gift Card! If you like our podcast, subscribe wherever you download podcasts. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.    

New News: American Single Malt is finally an official whiskey category • Jim Beam launches single barrel program • Bardstown Bourbon Company launches barrel lease program • Maker's Mark finally has a new master distiller • Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2024 • Is the Great American Bourbon Bubble starting to burst? • Rare whiskey sales plummet • Kentucky Owl set adrift amidst parent company's bankruptcy • Major League Soccer names official whiskey sponsor • Connor MacGregor gets dropped by Proper No. 12 New Whiskeys: Baker's 7 Year High-Rye Single Barrel Bourbon • Blue Note Honey Bourbon Cask • Blue Run Ember • Booker's The Master Distiller's Batch • Booker's Jimmy's Batch • Crown Royal 12 Year Reserve • Four Roses Single Barrel OESK, OESO, and OBSF • House of Tamworth Spruce & Goose Whiskey • High West Tequila Finished Rye • Johnnie Walker Black Label Squid Game Edition • Larceny Barrel Proof C924 • Mary Dowling Winter Wheat Bourbon • Old Grand-Dad 16 Year • Old Overholt Extra Aged Cask Strength 11 Year Rye • Stranahan's Mountain Angel 12 Year New Music Credits: Retro News at Nine (Stinger 1) by Steve Oxen • NewsSting by Kevin MacLeod • Just Breaking (Softer) by David Fesliyan • Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Matt Brown and I wrap-up the year. Was 2024 the judgement year for the whiskey industry that we anticipated it to be? Who survived? Who consolidated? Who expanded, and why do we have over 3,000 distilleries in America? We also slightly rip Whisky Advocate's Best Bars List, especially, the Chicago section of the article. So, we build our own list.Guest: Matt BrownHost: Jake HukeeListen to more episodes and read stories at keyinthelake.comKey In The Lake

Nobody is winless in the EPL as Wolves and Ipswich got victories. Man City has lost two in a row as Liverpool's lead extends to 5 points and Arsenal could only manage a draw with Chelsea. Big Sam is happy not to be doing a shot of Malört, although Everton's match wasn't memorable. But Newcastle and Brentford both put up 3 goal victories despite both going down early. The Sam's enjoy a classic from the Top 20 of 2018 for Whisky Advocate, Glendalough 18 Single Malt Irish Whiskey finished in Mizunara oak. Match Order Segment 1:  Wolves 2 - Southampton 0 Ipswich 2 - Tottenham 1 Second Segment:  Brighton 2 - Man City 1,     Liverpool 2 - Aston Villa 0,    Arsenal 1 - Chelsea 1 Segment 3:   Brentford 3 - Bournemouth 2,    Fulham 2 - Palace 0,    Everton 0 - West Ham 0,    Man U 3 - Leicester 0,    Newcastle 3 - Forest 1 www.Dufootballshow.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Tiktok @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow Support the show and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow www.DUdripshack.com

In this episode of Cocktails with Friends, host Bob Cutler welcomes David Fleming, Executive Editor of Whisky Advocate, to talk all things whisky and give listeners a preview of the upcoming Whisky Fest in New York City. Together, they discuss must-try whiskies, insider tasting tips, and current trends shaping the whisky world. Whether you're a longtime whisky fan or just curious, this episode offers plenty of insights and advice for savoring and understanding the nuances of whisky. You don't want to miss WhiskyFest on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Tickets are still available at whiskyfest.com/newyork   Main Topics Covered An overview of Whisky Fest NYC and what attendees can expect The evolution of Whisky Fest since 1998 and its highlights Masterclasses and exclusive pours: the VIP experience Trends in whisky: American single malts, Japanese whiskies, and Irish single pots Whisky Advocate's Top 20 list and how they select the best each year Key Insights & Takeaways Daily Tasting Builds Your Palate: David shares why regular tasting is key for developing a refined palate and suggests starting with a sip a day. Exclusive Access at Whisky Fest: VIP attendees get early access to rare whiskies like Hibiki 21, Michter's 20 Year, Hakushu 12, and Elijah Craig 18, along with intimate masterclass sessions. Trends to Watch: American single malts and Irish single pots are gaining traction and offer unique styles distinct from traditional Scotch and bourbon. About the Guest: David Fleming is the executive editor at Whisky Advocate, where he oversees content for the leading industry magazine and helps bring Whisky Fest to life, one of the most prominent whisky events globally. Known for his expertise and enthusiasm, David gives listeners an inside look at whisky trends and tips for making the most of every tasting experience. Episode Index [00:00:00] - Introduction to Whisky Advocate and Whisky Fest NYC [00:01:10] - Meet David Fleming, executive editor of Whisky Advocate [00:01:50] - Details on Whisky Fest NYC: dates, tickets, and venue [00:02:30] - Growth of Whisky Fest and whisky's rise in popularity [00:03:20] - Exploring global whiskies: Scotch, Japanese, and more [00:05:40] - VIP benefits: early access and exclusive pours [00:06:30] - Rare Japanese whiskies featured at Whisky Fest [00:08:40] - Masterclass sessions and what attendees can expect [00:09:50] - Whisky trends: American single malts and Irish single pots [00:15:30] - Insights into Whisky Advocate's Top 20 list selection process [00:20:40] - Closing thoughts: whisky tasting tips and appreciation

In this episode of the Inspired Money Live Stream Podcast, we dive into alternative investments, focusing on luxury watches, rare wines, and classic cars. Our panel of experts, including Dan Spitz, master watchmaker and former Anthrax guitarist, Jasem Al Zeraei, a Patek Philippe enthusiast, Nick Baldelli-Boni, founder of "Cars in Tuscany," and Brian Freedman, a wine and spirits writer. The panel shares their invaluable insights on how these passion-driven assets can diversify portfolios and offer financial rewards. Understanding the Allure of Passion Investing Alternative investments such as high-end watches, rare wines, and classic cars are gaining popularity. For their potential to offer both personal satisfaction and portfolio diversification. Unlike traditional assets, these tangible investments carry a rich history and cultural significance, making them both emotionally and financially rewarding. This episode covers everything from market trends to valuation, maintenance, and the risks involved in building a portfolio with these collectibles.

We continue our coverage for Bourbon Heritage Month as we explore Four Roses Bourbon, including their new Limited Edition Small Batch release for 2024.  We are joined by Brent Elliott, Master Distiller for Four Roses Bourbon Distillery.  We discuss Brent's process for crafting this limited edition bourbon, the 10 different recipes of Four Roses Bourbon, the distillery's commitment to quality and tradition, and the recent announcement of an expansion of the Four Roses Bourbon recipe lineup.  What is your favorite Four Roses recipe or release? About Four Roses: Established in 1888, Four Roses combines two mashbills with five proprietary yeast strains to distill and age 10 distinct bourbon recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile. With distilling and warehousing operations in Lawrenceburg and Cox's Creek, Kentucky, respectively, Four Roses is available in all 50 states. This past year, Four Roses has received 54 awards, including 2 Double Platinum medals, 3 Platinum medals, 9 Double Gold medals and 22 Gold medals from esteemed competitions such as the American Whiskey Masters and Whiskies of the World. About Brent Elliott, Master Distiller for Four Roses Bourbon Distillery: Brent Elliott became Master Distiller at Four Roses in September 2015 and has been involved in producing award-winning premium Bourbons since he began working with the company in 2005.  As Master Distiller, Elliott ensures that each bottle of Four Roses is handcrafted with the same passion and quality that the brand has maintained since 1888. Elliott's years of experience with Four Roses include everything from applying his Chemistry degree in production, to formulating Four Roses' 10 distinct Bourbon recipes and hand-selecting barrels for award-winning bottlings that the brand has become known for around the world. Elliott also frequently travels on behalf of the brand, sharing his deep industry and brand knowledge through tastings, seminars, training sessions and events. Named Master Distiller/Blender of the Year at the 2020 Icons of Whisky America award ceremony, Elliott is particularly proud of Small Batch Select, the distillery's newest permanent product-line extension since 2006, and the biggest addition to the storied history of the 132-year-old brand since he became Master Distiller. Since its release, Small Batch Select was ranked No. 3 in Whisky Advocate's Top 20 Whiskies of 2019 – the highest-rated Bourbon on the list – and also earned Category Silver for Kentucky Bourbon at the 2020 World Whiskies Awards.  A native of Owensboro, Kentucky, Elliott resides in Frankfort Kentucky with his wife, Amy, and their two children.

This is a fun episode talking about all the unique process and mash bills. Everything from cherry smoke to sheep dung smoked. The possibilities are end less. There is a lot of cool stuff out there, let me know some of the weird whiskey you have ran into. Lets get into it, but first a word from our sponsors Badmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/?aff=3 https://www.instagram.com/zsmithwhiskeyandmixology?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Patreon.com/the_whiskeyshaman Stauning Danish Rye Whisky, an exceptional alternative to traditional American rye whiskey. Made with Danish rye which hasbeen growing in the tranquil Danish nature for over 2,000 years. Stauning whisky offers a unique flavor profile that's rich, nuanced, and perfectly balanced. Discover a new dimension of rye whisky with Stauning Danish Rye Whisky.​Skål! Local Danish ​rye & barley 100% floor-malted​ for maximum flavor​ Direct-fired small copper pot stills ​(24 of them)​ Bottled on-site, natural colour, ​non-chill filtered​ Flóki Single Malt Sheep Dung Smoked Our Sheep Dung Smoked Reserve is a truly unique smoked malt. Here we apply an old traditional Icelandic smoking style using sheep dung to smoke the barley.For centuries, Icelanders used this smoking method to preserve food and heat houses; to this day it is used for traditional food preparation and Icelandic malt crafting.The result is truly a unique whisky with a complex flavor profile. Sweet smoky notes compliment the intense flavor of the Icelandic barley and a rich, lingering aftertaste that brings you back to the farm you worked on decades ago.Flóki Sheep Dung Smoked Single Malt is handcrafted and produced from 100% locally farmed Icelandic barley, smoked using traditional Icelandic methods and materials. It is a Single barrel whisky aged for 3 years in ex-Flóki Young Malt barrels under the base of mount Hekla.Sheep dung smoked Icelandic single malt is available at the Duty Free Store in Iceland, most local liquor stores in Iceland and through our distributors world wide. Whisky Advocate's Artisan Whiskey of the Year – The whis- key that put us on the map. We use three individually smoked malts (cherrywood from Wisconsin, beechwood from Germany, and peat from Scotland) to craft this deep and complex whiskey. Using 3 distinct smokes provides consistent and balanced smoke from nose to the pallet and throughout the finish. Corsair never uses artificial flavors or colors, achieving superior flavor and color through quality malted barley, innovative distillation and small barrel maturation.   Tasting Notes Smoke and notes of cherry pervade the palate, finished by a slight brininess from the mossy peat. Pot distilled then aged in new American charred oak, Triple Smoke has the sweetness of an American whiskey with the rich smoke of an Islay single malt scotch.   Adventurous Stills is a craft distillery located in Tempe, Arizona. Founded by Kelly Lattig in 2015, Adventurous Stills handcrafts premium award-winning whiskey & spirits using locally grown grains and traditional distilling practices. Our mission is to craft unique and flavorful spirits that express the adventurous spirit of Arizona.Adventurous Stills is committed to using sustainable processes and delivering an exceptional line of spirits without any compromises. All our whiskey and spirits are 100% natural with all their flavors coming from the grains and the barrels - Never sourced, flavored, or colored! We offer: Bottle sales online, at our distillery & select local establishments Distillery tours & handcrafted cocktails at our Distillery & Tasting Room Membership Program with access to our limited releases Special Services like group events & tours, private barrel/white label program and more Stauningwhiskey.com Flokiwhisky.is Corsairdistilling.com Adventurousstills.com

Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski are the co-founders of Lost Lantern, an award-winning independent bottler of American whiskey based in Vergennes, Vermont. The company's tagline and mission are one in the same: shining a light on the independent spirit. Ganley-Roper has a background in wine and spirits retail, as well as working in operations for several startups. And before co-founding Lost Lantern, Polonski was a Senior Whisky Specialist at ​Whisky Advocate​. He's also a recent addition to ACSA's board of directors. Ganley-Roper and Polonski met in 2014 and left their jobs to go on a road trip that helped start their company in 2018. They launched their first product in 2020 and opened their tasting room in the fall of 2023. Along the way, they also got married. In this episode, they reminisce on that road trip, discuss their process, dive into their summer bourbon collection and much more.

In this episode of AMSEcast, we explore the historical use of alcohol for medical purposes. Camper English, an accomplished writer and educator on cocktails and spirits, joins Alan to discuss how ancient peoples and monks utilized drinks like beer, wine, and spirits to treat illnesses such as digestive issues, bruising, malaria, and scurvy. Camper shares fascinating insights from his book, "Doctors and Distillers: The Remarkable Medicinal History of Beer, Wine, Spirits, and Cocktails," including the origins of carbonated water. Finally, Camper shares his innovative method for making clear ice cubes, enhancing the aesthetic of modern cocktails.     About Camper English Camper English is a celebrated writer and speaker specializing in cocktails and spirits. With over 15 years of experience, he has contributed to more than 50 international publications including Popular Science, Saveur, Details, Whisky Advocate, and Drinks International. Camper is known for his comprehensive exploration of the technical aspects of mixology, from the history of carbonation to the science behind making clear ice cubes. His expertise has earned him the title of International Cognac Writer of the Year by the Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac and Best Cocktail Writer at the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards. Recognized as one of the 100 most influential people in the global drinks industry, Camper continues to shape the craft cocktail movement with his detailed and nerdy approach to drink science.     Show Highlights (00:00) - Introduction to AMSEcast and Camper English (01:43) - The definitive Process of Distillation (02:28) - Alchemy and Distillation (03:56) - The History of Paracelsus (05:45) - The Bizarre Use of Mummies in the Medicine (09:24) - The Role Monks Played in the Development of Distilled Medicine (12:10 ) - The Medicinal Origins of Carbonated Water (16:05) - Louis Pasteur's Research on Fermentation (19:01) - Absinthe's Infamous Reputation and Medical Use (23:56) - Medical Uses of Whisky and Bourbon (27:01) - Patent Medicines (29:07) - How Prohibition Affected The Medical Use of Alcohol (33:30 ) - The Julep's Medical Origins (35:50) - Reflecting On The Medical Benefits of Alcohol Vs. The Risks (37:53) - Directional Freezing For Clear Ice (40:16) - Camper Shares His Future Projects And Interests (42:43) - Closing Thoughts

The Bourbon Lens is joined by Logan Welk, President and Chief Operating Officer of B.R. Distilling Company.  B.R. Distilling is known for their portfolio of Blue Note Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys. Logan has moved up the ranks at Blue Note and is well-versed in the ins-and-outs of the business of bourbon and brand-building. We also discuss whether Blue Note Bourbon and Rye will help improve your pickleball game, on the heels of their recent announcement of becoming the official bourbon of Major League Pickleball. Join us for this insightful and inside-look at growing a bourbon brand. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.  We are thankful for your support over the last 5 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our growing Patreon Community of supporters! As always, we'd appreciate it if you would take a few minutes time to give us feedback on Bourbon Lens podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 Star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a written review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X.  Also, consider supporting Bourbon Lens on Patreon for some of the behind the scenes, to earn Bourbon Lens swag, join the Bourbon Lens Tasting Club, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or guest suggestions, please email us at Info@BourbonLens.com. Check out BourbonLens.com to read our blog posts, whiskey news, podcast archive, and whiskey reviews. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens   Blue Note Bourbon™, the award-winning whiskey portfolio which features big notes and a smooth structure, is making waves in the spirits industry. Founded in 2014, B.R. Distilling Company holds the oldest distillery license in the city of Memphis, Tennessee. Blue Note, launched in 2018, is artfully crafted to honor the rich blues music that is synonymous with Memphis.  The brand's whiskey portfolio is distilled in partnership with Bardstown Bourbon Company (parent company of Green River Distilling Company) and then aged just north of downtown where the Mississippi and Wolf Rivers collide. The long summers filled with infamous Memphis heat and cooler evenings forces the whiskey deep into the oak, creating an unmistakably rich flavor that's bold yet smooth. “The location of our warehouses with high humidity and higher average temperatures than Kentucky make it the perfect place to age our whiskey,” said Logan Welk, President and Chief Operating Officer, B.R. Distilling Company. “Our award-winning flagship Blue Note expressions prove that point, with both Juke Joint and Crossroads winning Double Gold at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition two years running and Blue Note Uncut being named #7 on Whisky Advocate's list of top whiskeys in 2022.” The Blue Note Bourbon portfolio includes: Blue Note Juke Joint ($34.99) Blue Note's flagship Straight Bourbon Whiskey is bottled at 93-proof, unfiltered Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% rye, and 9% malted barley Awards: 2024 Platinum Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition; 2022, 2023 and 2024 Double Gold Medals, Wine Enthusiast (93 pts) Blue Note Crossroads ($44.99) Finished with several types of toasted French oak staves and bottled at 100-proof, unfiltered Mash Bills: 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley and 78% corn, 13% rye, 9% malted barley Awards: 2024 Platinum Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition; 2022, 2023 and 2024 Double Gold Medals Blue Note Uncut ($49.99) Aged for a minimum of four years and bottled at variable proofs Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% rye, and 9% malted barley Awards: Whisky Advocate's #7 top whiskeys of 2022 (92 pts) Blue Note Straight Rye Whiskey ($34.99) The most recent release is bottled at 93-proof, unfiltered Mash Bill: 95% rye and 5% malted barley  Awards: 2024 ASCOT Awards Double Platinum, Whisky Advocate (90 pts) The brand has also introduced several highly awarded limited-release offerings, which include Premium Small Batch, Single Barrel Reserve, 17-year, and Special Reserve.  Blue Note's packaging is unique and quintessentially Memphis. Metallic blue music notes accent the front label, which features a guitar-like illustration, further reinforcing the product's connection to the Bluff City's musical roots. Production Facility & Tasting Room The 110,000 square foot production facilities, located on Royal Avenue just North of downtown Memphis, are open from Monday through Friday from 10am – 4:00pm and includes a unique and intimate tasting room. Guided tours are available on Thursdays and Fridays for $10 plus tax & fees. Guests can add a Tasting Flight Experience for an additional $5. For more information and to book a guided, behind-the-scenes tour, visit www.bluenotebourbon.com.  About B.R. Distilling Company Founded in 2014 in Memphis, TN, B.R. Distilling Company is the oldest licensed distillery in Memphis, TN, and producer of world-famous Blue Note Bourbon. Currently, the company produces four flagship expressions, along with regular limited releases, which are distributed across 17 U.S. states, including: AL, AR, CO, CT, FL, GA, KS, KY, LA, MS, MO, NY, NJ, OK, SC, TN, and TX, and online at BlueNoteBourbon.com via Bevstack, which can be shipped to: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MN, MO, NE, NJ, NC, NM, NV, NH, NY, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, VA, WA and WI. Please sip responsibly. Image Credit: Blue Note Bourbon / B.R. Distilling  

Lew Bryson is on the show this week. He's a long-time writer in the beer and whisky space, a voice of reason, and honestly just a force of good and positivity in an otherwise dreary world.I've been fortunate to call  Bryson a friend for the better part of 20 years now. As a writer starting off in the beer space he was one of a few that was generous with his time, advice, and expertise. That's not a unique to me experience. Lew has helped so many better understand drinks and culture.  He's kind and intelligent with the kind of resume that can only come with being among the very best. He was managing editor of Whisky Advocate magazine for 20 years. He is the author of Tasting Whiskey, and Whiskey Master Class, and writes a column for Craft Spirits Magazine.  His work has appeared in countless publications, including a long stint in All About Beer.  Bryson is a Kentucky Colonel, and a member of The Order of The Writ, an honorary association of the bourbon industry.  He lives in central Pennsylvania, which is the topic of his podcast, “Seen Through A Glass." – a show you should tune into regularly.  A few months back we were approached by Rich Colli of Varga Bar to do an event for Philly Beer Week. It was great fun, pouring and talking about whisky and beer. Before all that we sat down at Victory Brewing in Philly, to talk about writing, careers, home bars, and more.  For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.Host: John HollGuests: Lew BrysonSponsors: All About BeerTags: Lager, Whisky, Home Bars, BooksPhoto by John Holl 

The premium alcohol industry is about more than just indulgence. It's a category that is garnering greater attention from consumers, investors and collectors. Increased disposable incomes, celebrity culture and social media has created new avenues for brand recognition and sales. Partnerships with other luxury brands also bring cross pollination appeal and is an area top spirit brands are looking to take more advantage of. Investing in premium alcohol is also an area of growth. Brand, age and rarity set the standard for big prices. The whisky category has seen records consistently broken in the last few years as wealthy individuals battle for the best bottles. In November 2023, a single bottle of The Macallan 1926 Valerio Adami, one of only 40 bottles originally released, sold for a new record price of £2.18 million at Sotheby's in London.But there are some headwinds in both the primary and secondary markets that brands and consumers need to weather.In this episode of The Next Five we speak with Duncan McFadzean, Managing Director at Noble & Co, who discusses the growth and challenges of the primary market and how brands can buck the economic downturn. Jaume Ferras, Creative Director at The Macallan, shows how luxury brands are working together to increase share of pocket. Jonny Fowle, Global Head of Whisky at Sotheby's, conveys the highs and lows of investing in the secondary market and calls for the joys of consumption as well as investing in fine bottles. Sources: FT Resources, Forbes, Matter of Form, Mordor Intelligence, Whisky Advocate, Spirit FilledThis content is paid for by advertisers and is produced in partnership with the Financial Times' Commercial Department Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Freedman writes regularly for Food & Wine, Forbes, and Whisky Advocate, and also contributes to publications such as Wine Enthusiast, Travel + Leisure, and The Bourbon Review. He is a frequent guest on news and talk shows around the country, and often consults as a sommelier and wine-cellar assessor. As mentioned in the episode, Brian's #1 book Crushed: How A Changing Climate Is Altering the Way We Drink is now available in paperback.

The Sam's open with the relegation battle as Luton suffers a huge defeat, Burnley might have played themselves back into the fight, and Everton with their backs against the wall find a way. Arsenal and Liverpool get wins while City has a FA Cup semi. Despite really deserving it, Villa continues their play for the Champions League and Man U advanced to the FA Cup final. The Sam's concluded the Whisky Advocate top 20 of 2023 with the number 1 Whisky Glenglassaugh Sandend. Match Coverage order Brentford 5 - Luton 1 Burnley 4 - Sheffield 1 Everton 2 - Forest 0 Arsenal 2 - Wolverhampton 0 Aston Villa 3 - Bournemouth 1 Crystal Palace 5 - West Ham 2 Man City 1 - Chelsea 0 Man U 3 -Coventry 3 www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Support the show and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

Ben and Kyle bring you another edition of Proof Positive! This week features the 2021 release of Sweetens Cove or Sweetens 21. A blend of straight Tennessee bourbons aged 4, 6, and 16 years. Master Blender Marianne Eaves hand-blended this limited edition 2021 release on the heels of Sweetens Cove's stellar 2020 debut. Inspired by the ritual of a shot of whiskey on the first tee at the acclaimed Tennessee golf course of the same name, with Founder/Owners including Peyton Manning, Andy Roddick, Drew Holcomb and others.  Whisky Advocate score of 92 and Esquire Magazine calls this the #1 celebrity spirit in the world. Please listen and review on all major social media and streaming platforms! Cheers!

We're back with part 2 of our two-parter covering Whisky Advocate's top 20 of 2023. Check out part 1 on our blog.  10. Glendronach Cask Strength Batch #12 9. Bardstown Bourbon Company Collaborative Series Foursquare Rum Cask Finish 8. Glenmorangie A Tale of Forest Limited Release #9 Botanical Infusion 7. Dewar's Double Double 21-Year-Old Mizunara Cask Finished 6. Maker's Mark 11-Year-Old Cellar Aged 2023 Limited Release4. Little Book Chapter 7 In Retrospect Blended American Whiskey 2023 Limited Release3. Westland Garryana 2023 Edition 8 Native Oak Series2. Highland Park Cask Strength Release No. 41. Glenglassaugh Sandend Highland Single Malt If you have a question for the Barrel to Bottle Crew, email us at comments@binnys.com, or reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. If we answer your question during a podcast, you'll get a $20 Binny's Gift Card! If you like our podcast, subscribe wherever you download podcasts. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.

Every year, Binny's sees more and more bottles from Whisky Advocate's Top 20 on our shelves. With seventeen bottles this year, we had to make this a two-parter.   We'll be counting down from 20 to 11 this week, check back next week for the final ten. 20. Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey 99 Proof18. Teeling Single Pot Still Portuguese Oak Wonders of Wood17. Crown Royal Noble Collection Barley Edition15. Old Elk Port Cask Finished Bourbon Limited Release14. Glenfiddich 12-Year-Old Sherry Cask 13. Hemingway Rye Signature Edition Blend of Straight Rye Finished in Rum Seasoned Oloroso Sherry Casks12. Blue Run Trifecta 2023 Limited Release 3 Barrel Bourbon Blend11. Barrell Bourbon Batch 035 Aged 6, 7, 8 & 13-Year-Old From IN, KY and TN If you have a question for the Barrel to Bottle Crew, email us at comments@binnys.com, or reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. If we answer your question during a podcast, you'll get a $20 Binny's Gift Card! If you like our podcast, subscribe wherever you download podcasts. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.    

In the latest episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, Jake sits down with Tara Lindley and Holly Booth of High West Whiskey. Tara and Holly play pivotal roles in helping consumers get to know High West by creating the whiskey and running the hospitality program.  You don't have to look very hard to see the stamp these women have placed on the Utah-based whiskey company. 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 over the last 5 years. The biggest shoutout to our growing Patreon Community of supporters! As always, we'd appreciate it if you would take a few minutes time to give us feedback on Bourbon Lens podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 Star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a written 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 Bourbon Lens Tasting Club, 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 whiskey reviews. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens   About Tara Lindley Tara, High West's Sensory QA & Product Development Manager, began her career in the beverage industry in the wine world, making the switch to spirits upon joining the High West team. She now oversees sensory evaluations, alongside Master Distiller Brendan Coyle and Blending and Distilling Manager Isaac Winter, and guides decisions for new and seasonal blends. Over time, Tara has harnessed her confidence and cemented herself as an innovator.   About Holly Booth Throughout her time at High West, Holly ascended to lead bartender and teamed up with Steve Walton, now High West's director of hospitality, to grow the unique and cutting edge High West bar program. Holly aims to craft distinctive and impactful cocktails that celebrate whiskey and the beauty of the American West. One of Holly's biggest challenges has been proving that whiskey itself isn't just a man's drink.   About High West Whiskey: Utah's first legal distillery since 1870, High West's passion is crafting delicious and distinctive whiskeys and helping people appreciate whiskey all in the context of our home, the American West. High West offers an outstanding collection of highly rated whiskeys in finer liquor stores, bars, and restaurants in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. High West was honored to receive Whisky Advocate's prestigious Distiller of the Year award in 2016. The ultimate authority on whisky said, “High West delivers innovative and delicious whiskeys, expands the definition of what it is to be a distiller, and pioneered a successful new paradigm for craft distilling.” High West's must-visit locations include our High West Distillery in Wanship, Utah, a 30,000 square foot world-class distillery and visitor center featuring educational tours and High West's unique country-western cuisine; and our High West Distillery & Saloon in historic Old Town Park City, the world's only ski-in gastro distillery that was voted “Best Park City Restaurant” by readers of City Weekly. It has received multiple accolades including earning Best Après Ski Bar in Utah by USA TODAY's 10Best being named a finalist in the 2020 Park City's Best Awards for Best Après Ski, a nomination for Best Bar by the James Beard Foundation, and a top-10 ranking on The Daily Meal's list of 150 Best Bars in America.

New News: EU extends suspension of American whiskey tariffs • Pernod Ricard reveals Chinese whisky • Whisky Advocate's Top 20 • World's oldest whisky auctioned • Macallan 60 Year Scotch sells for record millions • U.S. spirits experiences post-pandemic pause • Ohio woman celebrates milestone with Fireball New Whiskeys: Bearface Wilderness Series Matsutake • Booker's Storyteller Batch • Broken Barrel Honey Smoke Reserva • Bushmills Private Reserve Series • High West High Country • Old Forester 117 Series: Scotch Cask Finish • Rabbit Hole Founder's Collection Amburana • Rebel Small Batch Reserve • Sagamore Spirit Port Finish • Three Chord Backstage Series • Wyoming Whiskey Barrel Strength + Single Barrel • WhistlePig PiggyBank New Music Credits: Retro News at Nine (Stinger 1) by Steve Oxen from  https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/royalty-free-music/download/retro-news-at-nine/1382 • NewsSting by Kevin MacLeod | Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4124-newssting | License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license • Just Breaking (Softer) by David Fesliyan from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/royalty-free-music/download/just-breaking/373 • Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod | Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io | License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Joshua & Jason discuss Whisky Advocate's Top 20 Whiskies of 2023. As usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Where the Lifeless Go" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

No Footy, that's alright the Sams have plenty to talk about, it's the Whiskey Show! The Sams, along with a crew of listeners, enjoy a night sampling the Whisky Advocate's Top 20 whiskies of 2022 and share their unfiltered thoughts. Some may have enjoyed a few more than others and of course, the talk of Everton's 10-point deduction comes into play. Grab a drink and enjoy! www.Dufootballshow.com   Support the show and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/dufootballshow Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

We're detouring to Scotland for a look at our Oct. 15 issue cover story: Whisky for Wine Lovers. In episode 13 of Wine Spectator's Straight Talk podcast, host James Molesworth  welcomes back Wine Spectator executive editor Jeffery Lindenmuth, along with Whisky Advocate senior taster Jonny McCormick, for a lively discussion on how and why whisky holds such a strong appeal for wine lovers.Wine Spectator senior editor for news Mitch Frank returns to tell us about several major winery sales in California's Napa Valley, and our mysterious advice columnist Dr. Vinny refuses to play Old Wine Bottle Antiques Roadshow.Stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick!Thirsty for more? Check out this related content• Oct. 15, 2023, issue of Wine Spectator• Coming Soon: Whisky for Wine Lovers• Find more world-class spirits coverage at Whisky Advocate• Latest News and Headlines• Ask Dr. Vinny• WS website members: More on James' Sneak Peek PickA podcast from Wine SpectatorMarvin R. Shanken, Editor and PublisherHost: James MolesworthDirector: Robert TaylorProducer: Gabriela SaldiviaGuests: Jonny McCormick, Mitch Frank and MaryAnn Worobiec (as Dr. Vinny)Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley

Our guest is Becky Harris, Co-Founder and Chief Distiller of Virginia's Catoctin Creek Distilling Co.  We discuss their unique rye whiskey portfolio, including their Roundstone Rye Whiskey lineup.  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 Jake Bourbon Lens   About Catoctin Creek®: Catoctin Creek® was founded by Becky and Scott Harris in 2009 as the first legal distillery in Loudoun County since before Prohibition. We are located in Purcellville, Virginia, in the heart of the Loudoun Valley. Virginia is the birthplace of American whiskey, and at Catoctin Creek, we faithfully dedicate ourselves to that tradition, producing Virginia's most awarded whisky: Roundstone Rye! The name "Catoctin" is a regional name. Pronounced Ka-TOCK-tin, the name derives from the Indian tribal name "Kittocton" which, legend has it, meant "place of many deer". Catoctin describes a range of mountains and the eponymous creek which flows picturesquely past the distillery and into the Potomac River and Chesapeake Watershed. At Catoctin Creek, we believe in high quality food and spirits. We source our grain and fruit from local sources, free of pesticides and chemical additives that would come through in the spirits we produce. The results are the finest, cleanest spirits possible, with the greatest attention to detail in every single bottle we produce. Catoctin Creek has received numerous international gold medals and has been featured in many national publications, including the New York Times, Washington Post, Wine Enthusiast, and Whisky Advocate. The Daily Beast, Forbes, and Men's Journal have highlighted the distillery as an example of great American craft distilleries making whisky from scratch. ABOUT BECKY HARRIS, CHIEF DISTILLER Becky graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. As a chemical engineer, she specialized in industrial processes and production systems. Becky brought this knowledge and applied it to something she loved–making the finest distilled spirits in Virginia. All her products begin with the finest local and organic grains and fruit to create the cleanest spirit possible. At the heart of the distillery is a pair of pot stills, where Becky insists on cooking the distillate for a full nine hours, more than twice as long as most other distilleries, to create the unique and award-winning flavors in her distillate. Becky has been featured in Food and Wine as one of “6 Women in Whiskey to Watch,” and serves as President of the American Craft Spirits Association, the trade association for craft distilleries. ABOUT SCOTT HARRIS, GENERAL MANAGER Scott graduated with honors and two degrees from Georgia Tech. He spent the last twenty years building a software career in telecommunication systems and government IT solutions and traded it all in for the chance to own and run his own distillery. As he likes to say, "Twenty years of government contracting taught me a great love of whisky!" In 2011, Scott was named Entrepreneur of the Year by the Loudoun Chamber of Commerce, and in both 2012 and 2020, Catoctin Creek Distillery was awarded Small Business of the Year. Scott currently sits on the Craft Distiller Advisory Board for DISCUS, and is an emeritus member of the board of directors for the Virginia Distillers Association. He was also appointed to the Virginia Spirits Board by the governor of Virginia, overseeing the marketing of Virginia spirits. Scott has been a tireless advocate for craft spirits both in the Commonwealth of Virginia, nationally and internationally. Scott and Becky are happy to be doing something together that they love: Producing the finest spirits in Virginia, completely and truly by hand. At Catoctin Creek, Virginia Rye Whisky is our passion.  

Whisky Advocate's Executive Editor David Fleming joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to preview this year's WhiskeyFest Chicago on Friday, May 12th at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. For more visit: https://whiskyadvocate.com/whiskyfest/WhiskyFest-Chicago.

This week the Sam's open with the disappointment for the Gunners and Spurs. Their only solace is their rivals buggered off just as much. The bottom of the table sees the Foxes out of the drop and the Toffees in the drop.  The race to survive gets tighter. It was a no Malört Monday, which made it easier to enjoy the #2 whiskey for Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022 the Redbreast Pot Still Kentucky Oak Aged.   Match Order Arsenal 3 - Southampton Newcastle 6 - Tottenham 1 Fulham 2 - Leeds 1 Palace 0 - Everton 0 Leicester 2 - Wolverhampton 1 Liverpool 3 - Forest 2 Brentford 1 - Villa 1 West Ham 4 - Bournemouth 0   www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

Robin Coupar, a native of Edinburgh, Scotland, is a leading whisky expert who has dedicated more than 26 years to the industry. Robin is the Global Whisky Advocate for the Campari Group's whisky portfolio which includes Glen Grant single malt Scotch whisky, Wild Turkey Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Rye Whiskey, Russell's Reserve Bourbon and the brand's rye whiskey expression, and Forty Creek Canadian Whisky.In 2016 he was inducted into the Keepers of the Quaich. Robin's passion and knowledge of whisky started in Scotland but extended well past the UK borders. Based now in California, his whisky expertise and reputation were built through a series of assignments and creating consumer events with some of the most renowned names in the world including Diageo and Moet Hennessy where he worked on many famous spirits brands. His experience has also seen him work with Glenrothes, Bowmore, Auchentoshan, and of course in the realm of Bourbon.

The Sam's open with the inform side of the prem… Aston Villa?!?! They dismantled Newcastle and continue their streak. City creeps closer to the top as the Gunners drop another early 2-0 lead. Wolves, Palace, and Bournemouth all get huge victories to separate themselves from the drop. The only good news for Leeds, Everton, Forest, Leicester, and Southampton is that none of them got points. The Sam's enjoy the number 3 whiskey from Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022 Barrel's Vantage.   Match Order Aston Villa 3 - Newcastle 0 Bournemouth 3 - Tottenham 2 Man U 2 - Nottingham Forest 0 Man City 3 - Leicester 1 Arsenal 2 - West Ham 2 Brighton 2 - Chelsea 1 Fulham 3 - Everton 1 Crystal Palace 2 - Southampton 0 Wolverhampton 2 - Brentford 0 Liverpool 6 - Leeds 1     www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

This week the Sam's discuss the good, the bad and the oh so that happened of the premier league. Arsenal and Liverpool had a cracker of a match, drawing City closer to the gunner's lead. Manchester United and Newcastle both had two-win weeks, drawing them closer to Champions League. Leicester, Chelsea, and Forest had nightmare weeks as they sink further down the table. The fight for relegation starts to take shape as everyone is even on matches now. Grab a drink and listen. The boys enjoy and old favorite Dewars 12yr which is #4 on Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022.     Match coverage order Arsenal 2 - Liverpool 2 Manchester United 1 - Brentford 0 Manchester United 2 - Everton 0 Newcastle 5 - West Ham 1 Newcastle 2 - Brentford 1 Aston Villa 2 - Leicester 1 Bournemouth 1 - Leicester 0 Chelsea 0 - Liverpool 0 Wolverhampton 1 - Chelsea 0 Leeds 1 - Forest 0 Aston Villa 2 - Forest 0 Brighton 2 - Bournemouth 0 Tottenham 2 - Brighton 1 West Ham 1 - Fulham 0 Man City 4 - Southampton 1 Crystal Palace 5 - Leeds 1       www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com       Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

The Sam's open with the fabulous matches between Brighton and Brentford along with Palace's late winner over Leicester. City and Arsenal match each other with 4-1 victories. There were two manager sackings as Rodgers and Potter were both let go after disappointing loses. The bottom of the table is beginning to separate with wins from West Ham and Bournemouth. The Sam's enjoy Westwards Cask Strength, the #5 whiskey on Whisky Advocate's top 20 of 2022… as whiskey near and dear to Big Sam's heart.     Coverage Order Brighton 3 - Brentford 3 Crystal Palace 2 - Leicester 1 Man City 4 - Liverpool 1 Arsenal 4 - Leeds 1 Bournemouth 2 - Fulham 1 Nottingham Forest 1 - Wolverhampton 1 Aston Villa 2 - Chelsea 0 West Ham 1 - Southampton 0 Newcastle 2 - Man U 0 Everton 1 - Tottenham 1   www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

It may be the international break, but the Sam's have plenty to talk about. They start with Tottenham “mutually agreeing” to part ways with Antonio Conte. Where does this leave Spurs as they come one to a big transitional time at the club?   Everton now find themselves being charged with violating FFP rules and Big Sam has his opinions. The crew enjoys a true unicorn of Irish Whiskey the Middleton 2022 Vintage which is #6 on Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022.   www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

This week, the Sam's open with a bad week for Crystal Palace who has two loses and they sacked their manager, Patrick Vieira. To help sort it out they ask great friend of the show and Palace supporter Brad who offers insight on the whole situation. The Sam's break down the rest of the Premier League weekend's action but let's face it, it's Conte's presser is all that matters.   Grab a Drink and listen.  The show is enjoying #7 on Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022 Blue Note Uncut Bourbon.     Match Coverage Order Brighton 1 - Crystal Palace 0 Arsenal 4 - Crystal Palace 1 Brentford 2 - Southampton 0 Tottenham 3 - Southampton 3 Newcastle 2 - Nottingham Forest 1 Brentford 1 - Leicester 1 Aston Villa 3 - Bournemouth 0 Leeds 4 - Wolverhampton 2 Everton 2 - Chelsea 2   www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

* Wanderlust: An Eccentric Explorer, an Epic Journey, a Lost Age* Connect with Reid* Rate the showAbout my guest:Reid Mitenbuler is the author of Bourbon Empire: The Past and Future of America's Whiskey (Viking, 2015), Wild Minds: The Artists and Rivalries That Inspired the Golden Age of Animation (Grove, 2020), and is currently working on this third book. writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Slate, Saveur, The Daily Beast, and Whisky Advocate, among other publications. His other writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Slate, Saveur, The Daily Beast, and Whisky Advocate, among other publications. He lives with his wife and son in Los Angeles. Get full access to Dispatches from the War Room at dispatchesfromthewarroom.substack.com/subscribe

This week the Sam's focus on the bottom of the table which included 9 of the matches played. That's right 9 clubs are separated by 5 points or less. The Cherries and the Toffees get huge wins at their home grounds. Leeds and West Ham get key draws but Leicester, Forest, Palace, and Wolves all loss. The boys take a deep dive into these 9 sides and try to make sense of it all. It's St. Patrick's week and #8 on Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022 with Limavady Irish Single Barrel Single Malt and maybe a pint of something familiar.     Match Order Bournemouth 1 - Liverpool 0 Everton 1 - Brentford 0 Leeds 2 - Brighton 2 Leicester 1 - Chelsea 3 Forest 1 - Tottenham 3 Palace 0 - Man City 1 Southampton 0 - Man U 0 West Ham 1 - Aston Villa 1 Wolves 1 - New Castle 2 Arsenal 3 - Fulham 0   www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

Whenever Pat brings bottles in for an episode, you can safely assume he's going to bring way more than we can ever get to. After tasting through the Whisky Advocate Top 20 of 2022, Pat pulled out two mystery bottles; something he would have added to the list, and something he's not quite sure what it is but it has a memorable taste. 

Once again, we're running down the list of Whisky Advocate's top 20 whiskies of the year and sampling the ones we have available. What was once a list of unobatnium bottles has now expanded with more readily available products and better price points.  #20 – Craigellachie 13-Year-Old Armagnac Finish  #19 – Teeling Single Pot Still Virgin Chinkapin Oak Wonders of Wood #18 – Hardin's Creek Colonel James B. Beam 2 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Limited Release #17 – Indri Trini The Three Wood #11 – Sweetens Cove Kennessee Kentucky & Tennessee Bourbon Finished with Toasted Sugar Maple Wood #10 – Nelson Brothers Bourbon Reserve #8 – Limavady Single Malt Irish Whiskey #5 – Westward Cask Strength American Single Malt Whiskey #4 – Dewars 12 Year Double Aged Scotch #3 – Barrell Bourbon Vantage Finished in Mizunara, French, and Virgin Oak Barrels #1 – Jack Daniel's Bonded   If you have a question for the Barrel to Bottle Crew, email us at comments@binnys.com, or reach out to us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. If we answer your question during a podcast, you'll get a $20 Binny's Gift Card! If you like our podcast, subscribe wherever you download podcasts. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.  

In this episode, Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig of Hanna Lee Communications chat with Brian Freedman, a freelance writer who covers wine, spirits, travel and food for publications like Food & Wine, Forbes.com, Whisky Advocate and many more. ⁣⁣Brian is also the author of “Crushed,” his first book, which focuses on the impact of climate change on spirits and wine.⁣⁣Connect with Brian:⁣⁣IG: @FreedmanReports⁣Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onthefrontvines ⁣LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianfreedmanphiladelphia/ ⁣Twitter: @FDTreport⁣⁣For all media guests to date, you can find their information and episodes on our agency's website, www.hannaleecommunications.com. ⁣⁣⁣Connect with hosts Hanna Lee (@hannaleeny), Michael Anstendig (@michaelanstendig) and our agency (@hannaleepr) on IG, as well as on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣For a chance to win our agency's award-winning book, “The Japanese Art of the Cocktail,” please email hello@hannaleecommunications.com and share your favorite pitching tip that you learned from the show.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣In addition, if you were featured in the media, thanks to listening to advice from our journalist guests heard on our podcast, please send us a link to the article or segment, and we will send you a copy of our book as a congratulatory gift.⁣⁣ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Colin Spoelman is our guest this week and he is the Co-Founder of NYC's Kings County Distillery.  We discuss how Colin grew a tiny distillery into New York City's oldest and most respected craft whiskey distillery.  Colin has a unique approach to his whiskey craft and isn't afraid to ruffle a few feathers to make great whiskey and gain respect amongst the world's largest, and even smallest, distilleries.  Find out what makes Kings County whiskey stand out in the crowd by downloading this week's episode. 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   About Colin Spoelman: Colin is Co-Founder and Head Distiller at Kings County, New York City's premier craft whiskey distillery and has written The Guide to Urban Moonshining and Dead Distillers about American whiskey. He grew up in the moonshine (not the bourbon) part of Kentucky and graduated from Yale University. About Kings County Distillery: KINGS COUNTY DISTILLERY is New York City's oldest, largest, and premier whiskey distillery. Founded in 2010, Kings County makes handmade bourbon, rye, and other whiskeys out of the 123-year-old Paymaster Building in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. We use New York grain and traditional distilling equipment to make whiskeys that have been praised by the New York Times, Wine & Spirits Magazine, and Whisky Advocate and is recognized as one of the preeminent craft distilleries in the United States, having been named Distillery of the Year in 2016 from the American Distilling Institute.  Recent Press Release from Sept. 13, 2022: BROOKLYN, N.Y.- Kings County Distillery, New York City's premier craft distillery, is releasing a new flagship whiskey in wide-release, a blended bourbon made from house-distilled straight whiskeys. The resulting whiskey is bright, complex and approachable—a multi-occasion whiskey for neat sipping or mixing. With a suggested price of $54.99, Kings County's Blended Bourbon will be its most accessible aged spirit and arrives in a striking new blue label, one which clearly differentiates this spirit from Kings County's established bourbon, rye, and single malt whiskeys. "As we have done with moonshine and bottled-in-bond, making a blended bourbon is a way of asking whiskey drinkers to reconsider an overlooked category of spirit," said Co-Founder and Distiller Colin Spoelman. "Blended whiskey is most often associated with crowd-pleasing scotch or Canadian whiskies. We used the all-but-forgotten category of blended bourbon to create the American analog to these reliable and endlessly versatile spirits. Composed entirely of in-house, pot-distilled straight bourbon, straight corn whiskey, straight rye whiskey, and malt whiskey, our Blended Bourbon makes for a sippable, lower proof bourbon, suitable for nearly any application calling for an approachable American whiskey. In the interest of providing the drinker with the highest level of transparency and elevating a category historically associated with intentionally vague labeling practices, we list the exact blend composition on every bottle." By law, blended bourbon must use 51% straight bourbon, but the open-ended definition allows the Kings County's blending team to use the full breadth of our mature inventory to craft a complex and purposeful flavor profile within the lineup. With this added flexibility, Blended Bourbon can become a volume leader in Kings County's portfolio, joining an existing line of superlative aged whiskeys. Kings County's spirits have been widely accepted and appreciated, but with supply of aged whiskey growing short across the spectrum of American whiskey, Kings County aims to lead the market with a superior all-purpose two-year-old spirit. With notes of honey, caramel, and rye pepper, this is a flexible whiskey, and one that shows what can be achieved through the use of quality organic ingredients, careful distilling, and creative blending. It also presents a spirit suitable for mixing, creating a new audience for the brand. Kings County Blended Bourbon will be available throughout New York State starting on September 14th with national rollout to follow, visit www.kingscountydistillery.com for more information. With the new entry-level aged whiskey will come a reduction in pricing on Kings County's unaged spirits. "While many distillers are raising prices, we are making our whiskeys more affordable and accessible," said Spoelman. "We want to be the distiller that meets the moment for our customers and fans." 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This week is upside down world as Graham drives the bus, Big Sam produces, Mel's in Jamaica and the beard aka Rob co-hosts the show. Arsenal is flying high as a classic rivalry is back. Two big six clubs are a mid-table match and the bottom of the table is just a mess. the boys enjoy the number 15 whiskey from Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022 the Bardstown Collaboration with Plantation Rum. Arsenal 3 - Man U 2 Palace 1 - Man U 1 Man City 4 - Spurs 2 Liverpool 0 - Chelsea 0 Leicester 2 - Brighton 2 Palace 0 - Newcastle 0 Spurs 1 - Fulham 0 Bournemouth 1 - Forest 1 West Ham 2 - Everton 0 Aston Villa 1 - Southampton 0 Man City 3 - Wolverhampton 0 Leeds 0 - Brentford 0 

The Premier League saw three fantastic Derbies!  Sam and Sam breakdown Fulham's win over Chelsea in the West London Derby, United's controversial win over City in the Manchester Derby, and Arsenal's dominant victory over Spurs in the North London Derby. The bottom of the table is only separated by 2 points from 14th to 20th and Big Sam eats crow as Everton continues to implode. Huston finished a bottle of Malört to drown his sorrows. This week's beverage is an amazing Irish Whiskey, the 12-year from Bushmills that is number 16 in Whisky Advocate's Top 20 from 2022.   Match Coverage Order Fulham 2 - Chelsea 1 Man U 2 - Man City 1 Arsenal 2 - Spurs 0 Wolverhampton 1 - West Ham 0 Southampton 2 - Everton 1 Aston Villa 2 - Leeds 1 Brighton 3 - Liverpool 0 Nottingham Forest 2 - Leicester 0 Brentford 2 - Bournemouth 0 Chelsea 1 - Crystal Palace 0 Newcastle 1 - Fulham 0     www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow YouTube @DUfootballshow

This week the Sam's rejoice as it is the FA Cup 3rd round. They start with a couple of non-league sides, Wrexham and Chesterfield getting results against Championship sides Coventry and West Brom (boing boing). A historic amount of premier league sides bow out of the competition with Villa and Newcastle losing to lower-level competition. That number can grow as Leeds, Liverpool and Wolves all have replays. The Whisky Advocate list continues with Indri Trini Triple cask finish from India as number 17 on the 2022 list   www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow  

This week the Sam's start with the top of the table as Grahams Gunners continue to impress over Brighton as Newcastle and City drop 2 points at home to struggling Leeds and Everton. They recount a couple of WTF performances from typically “good” sides Liverpool, Spurs, and Chelsea. They round out the rest of the league with wins for the Bee's, Red Devils, Cottagers, and Eagles! The boy skip a spot in line to enjoy #18 from Whisky Advocate's Top 20 of 2022 Hardins Creek James Beam 2yr Bourbon.   Arsenal 4 - Brighton 2 Newcastle 0 - Leeds 0 Everton 1 - Man City 1 Liverpool 2 - Leicester 1 Aston Villa 2 - Tottenham 0 Chelsea 1 - Nottingham Forest 1 Brentford 2 - West Ham 0 Man U 1 - Wolverhampton 0 Fulham 2 - Southampton 1 Crystal Palace 2 - Bournemouth 0     www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow

The Prem is back and nobody is happier than the Sam's. They start with Newcastle and Brighton came charging back with solid wins. Arsenal and City have matching first halves and matching final scores and the bottom of the table is getting very ugly and Big Sam's Everton is part of it! The Whisky Advocate's Top 20 Whiskeys of 2022 starts with #20 the Craigelachie 13 year Bas Armagnac finish to kick things off    

The Whisky Advocate released its Top Whiskies of 2022 list. Joshua and Jason discuss. As usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Where the Lifeless Go" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

This week the Sam's cover the amazement that was the World Cup Final between Argentina and France. They break down the match through its many phases and discuss Messi standing in the football world and the overall feeling of the host nation. Both are very anxious to get back to the premier league and start the new Whisky Advocate top 20. This show they enjoy the Port Charlotte peated from a previous list to warm up from a cold day. www.Dufootballshow.com www.DUdripshack.com Facebook @DUfootballshow Instagram @DUfootballshow Twitter @DUfootballshow