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Congress is pushing a nationwide ban on hemp-derived THC beverages, and the ripple effects are massive, especially in Kentucky where a huge chunk of America’s hemp is grown and processed. Matt and Jason break down what the federal bill actually does, why THC seltzers suddenly became a target, and how the same politicians who legalized hemp in 2018 are now scrambling to shut down the industry they created.

We dig into cannabinoids, legal loopholes, federal overreach, small-business chaos, and why a 5 mg THC drink somehow became a national priority. It’s messy, it’s political, and it’s hitting the entire country at once. And of course, we dissect all of it with the signature Arsenic Culture sarcasm.


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Jason and Jordon sit down to review Side Project’s Shin Shin, one of the brewery’s newest and most talked-about dessert stouts. We break down the sweetness, barrel character, viscosity, mouthfeel, chocolate profile, and how Shin Shin stacks up against other Side Project classics.

Is this a must-buy release… or one you can safely skip?


#SideProject #ShinShin #BeerReview #CraftBeer #StoutReview #ArsenicCulture

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We hit Goose Island Prop Day 2025, the biggest Bourbon County release event of the year, and we’re breaking down everything: the lines, the bottles, the crowd, the variants, the mystery pours, the hits, the misses, and whether the whole thing is still worth the hype.

Join Matt, Jason, and Nick as we talk through every BCBS variant, the Chicago-only releases, what impressed us, what didn’t, and how this year stacks up against past Prop Days.

If you love Bourbon County, barleywine, Chicago beer culture, or just beer fest stories, you’re in the right place.


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We finally got our hands on Goose Island’s King Henry II, the long-awaited sequel to one of the most legendary American barleywines ever made.

In this review, Matt, Jason, and Nick dive into its flavor profile, barrel influence, how it compares to the original King Henry, and whether this Chicago-only release actually lives up to the hype.

Is King Henry II the barleywine of the year… or just a nostalgia play?
 Let’s find out.

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What do you eat when you know it’s your last meal on Earth?

In this episode of Arsenic Culture, Matt, Jason, Drew, and Kendra explore the darkly fascinating world of death row last meals, from the bizarre to the strangely poetic. We break down famous final meal requests, the psychology behind them, and what they say about guilt, comfort, and humanity’s weird relationship with food and death.

Morbid curiosity meets midnight snacking.

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Xül Brewing doesn’t do boring, and their 2025 Kill The Lights Stout proves it.

In this Arsenic Culture review, Matt, Jason, and Drew review Xül’s latest imperial stout release and talk about the brewery’s own Kill The Lights Beer Fest in Knoxville. From the beer’s intense flavor to the event’s over-the-top vibe, this one captures everything that makes Xül one of the wildest breweries in Tennessee.

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From fried squirrel to pickled bologna, this one gets weird.

In this episode of Arsenic Culture, Matt, Jason, Drew, and Kendra explore the bizarre, nostalgic, and uniquely Appalachian foods that shaped eastern Kentucky. From Depression-era dishes and “nothing-goes-to-waste” cooking to stories of what people actually grew up eating, this one’s equal parts hilarious and horrifying.

Appalachian cuisine is equal parts survival and soul, and somehow, we can’t stop talking about it.


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Penelope just launched their first-ever Cigar Blend release, Chapter 1, and it’s already got people talking.

In this Arsenic Culture review, Matt and Jason sit down with Penelope’s newest limited release to see if the hype is justified. From the aroma to the finish, we break down how Chapter 1 compares to Penelope’s core lineup, what makes it stand out, and whether this debut blend hints at a new powerhouse series in the making.
A promising first step… or just a cigar-themed gimmick?


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Sometimes the best conversations happen somewhere between the gas station and the beer fest.

In this Arsenic Culture “travel-cast,” Matt, Jason, and Drew hit the road to Knoxville, Tennessee for the Kill The Lights Beer Fest hosted by Xül Brewing. It’s road-trip banter, music debates, random tangents, and the kind of off-the-cuff talk that only happens when you’ve got hours of highway ahead.

No studio, no script. Just bourbon brains, bad jokes, and a cooler full of good intentions.

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It’s one of the most anticipated bourbon drops of the year, but is it really that good?

In this review, Matt and Jason open the Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition 2025 and put it to the test. From the first nose to the final sip, we break down flavor, complexity, and whether it’s worth the chase (and the price tag).
Is this year’s Small Batch LE another masterpiece… or just a collector’s flex?

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