<p>We discuss the development of whiskey, from the earliest origins of distillation to the modern variations around the world. How did King Henry VIII accidentally kickstart the whiskey industry? Does bourbon really come from Bourbon County? And how did something that tastes like a campfire become such a popular drink?</p>

We discuss the development of whiskey, from the earliest origins of distillation to the modern variations around the world. How did King Henry VIII accidentally kickstart the whiskey industry? Does bourbon really come from Bourbon County? And how did something that tastes like a campfire become such a popular drink?

<p>We discuss the development of whiskey, from the earliest origins of distillation to the modern variations around the world. How did King Henry VIII accidentally kickstart the whiskey industry? Does bourbon really come from Bourbon County? And&nbsp;how did something that tastes like a campfire become such a popular drink?</p>

#5: A Brief History of Whiskey

A balanced, sober discussion on the economic, philosophical, and regulatory history of alcohol.

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#5: A Brief History of Whiskey

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