Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes

Join Adam, Paul, and Jerry on Bourbon Beards and Belvederes as they taste side-by-side pours from Chattanooga and New Riff, smoke Bad Ash cigars, and compare how different proofs and char levels change flavor. They explore bright citrus wheat notes, deep caramel baking spice, and surprising pairings — then mix all three pours into one unforgettable blend.

Pour a glass, light a cigar, and enjoy candid banter, tasting notes, and recommendations from three bearded whiskey fans.

On this episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, Adam, Paul, and Jerry celebrate National Firefighters Day with firefighter-themed picks: an Old Hammer single-barrel bourbon selected by the Goshen Firefighters, a Mr. Fahrenheit cigar from Black Star Line, and firefighter-inspired beard products from Stash Salt. They taste ryes and bourbons (including a fruity, bubblegum note in the Old Hammer), discuss pairing flavors like dark chocolate and roasted nuts, and share candid product impressions.

The hosts also reminisce about favorite distilleries and bottles (including Catoctin Creek and West Fork/Hugh Hammer finishes), talk whiskey pairings, and highlight charitable efforts like IgniteTheSpirit.org. Pour a glass and enjoy this laid-back episode of whiskey, cigars, and beard talk.

Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry dig into bourbon market news, tastings, and on‑the‑road distillery visits. They discuss acquisition rumors around Brown‑Forman, whether the boom is correcting, and the return of hard‑to‑find bottles like OWA and Blanton’s.

The trio taste and compare pours including a mysterious Jefferson’s 5‑year 100 proof and Ragged Branch Cowboy Cut, recap visits to Jack Daniel’s, Dickel, and Chattanooga, and highlight Jack’s limited releases and barrel‑pick stories.

They also review an affordable Smokey Bear Maduro cigar, sample Dead Man’s Beard Co. beard oils, and remind listeners to support veterans and first responders. Pour a glass, light up, and enjoy the episode.

On this episode Bourbon Beards and Belvedere sits down with Antonius “AT” Fields to explore the origin and craft behind AT Field Cigars. AT explains his family tobacco roots, the decision to produce full-Dominican puros, and why each blend uses tobaccos aged at least 10 years.

The conversation covers the three core blends — Connecticut, Corojo, and Maduro — construction and flavor notes, the remote blending process with Dr. Oscar Rodriguez, pairing ideas (from bourbons to Blue Moon) and how different sizes change a cigar’s profile.

We also discuss the challenges of launching a boutique cigar brand, distribution in Jacksonville lounges and online partners, TPA community support, and AT’s plans for steady growth, merch, and future releases.

Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry sit down for a relaxed side-by-side episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, tasting a range of pours—from the Traveler Foolproof 121 proof to Smoke Eye Hill, Silk Velvet single-barrel, and Smoky Quartz V5—while pairing them with a bold Carolina Blue Maduro cigar. The show includes palate warmers, tasting notes, and candid reactions as the cigars shift flavors and reveal new layers in each whiskey.

The episode also highlights small-batch and revival distilleries, discusses upcoming cigar festivals and events, and underscores support for veterans, first responders, and local communities. Expect thoughtful takes, lively banter, and recommendations for bottles and pairings worth seeking out.

On this episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes Adam, Paul, and Jerry host Mark and Mason of Bearded That Is All. The conversation covers Mark’s military service, the father–son–daughter team behind the brand, and their mission to support veterans through quality beard care.

They discuss the long R&D process, signature scents like Brass & Bourbon, Warriors Rest, Freedom Fresh, and Final Flight, the carrier oil blend (jojoba, argan, meadowfoam seed, apricot kernel, castor, plus vitamin E), product plans (balm, shampoo), and the challenges of packaging, marketing, and scaling a small family business.

The episode also touches on motorcycles, cigars, community partnerships, and veteran charities like Mission 22 — a mix of personal stories and practical insights for listeners who love whiskey, cigars, and great beard gear.

You're listening to Bourbon, Beards, and Belvedere — the podcast where whiskey, cigars, and beard gear are a lifestyle. Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry share honest tastings, laid-back cigar talk, and real-world takes on beard products.

This episode dives into a taste test of Shanky's Whip Irish liqueur, a side-by-side comparison of Old Forester 117 finishes (Scotch, Rum, and extra-old 1910), and cigar pairings that bring out unexpected notes. Expect lively banter, barrel talk, and recommendations for pours and smokes.

Plus: event news, charity reminders, and the usual trio of bold opinions — pour a glass, light up, and enjoy the ride.

You're listening to Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, the podcast where whiskey, cigars, and beard products aren't just a hobby—they're a lifestyle. Hosted by Paul and Jerry (with Adam away), the guys share tastings, cigar talk, and honest takes on beard gear.

In this St. Patrick’s Day–themed episode they sample Guinness Foreign Extra Stout, Bain Blends' Keltoberfest beard oil, Zeal Cigars' Irish Hulk barber-pole cigar, Shanky's Whip liqueur can, and Muff Irish whiskey—comparing flavors, pairings, and surprises. Expect notes of peat, butterscotch, chocolate and malty beer, plus candid chat and friendly banter.

Pour a glass, light one up, and enjoy the ride—cheers and enjoy your spirits and cigars responsibly.

In this episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry sit down with Todd Matonich, Director of Military Division at Jay Mattingly Distillery and president of Rolling Thunder Kentucky. They discuss Todd's life from growing up on a Michigan beef farm to his service as a Navy EOD tech, and how those experiences shaped his work supporting veterans.

The conversation covers palate warmers and tasting notes, the craft distillery experience at Jay Mattingly, military-focused bottle programs that give back to veterans, and community outreach through Rolling Thunder. Todd shares candid stories from deployment, his path to bourbon, and how the distillery supports veterans’ causes.

You're listening to Bourbon Beards and Belvederes — whiskey, cigars, and beard products as a lifestyle. Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry sit with Eric from Black Star Line Cigars to discuss his journey from Chicago firefighter to cigar blender, the story behind blends like Lollibella, Warwish, and El Milagro, factory partnerships (Aganorsa, La Zona, Oveja Negra), tasting notes, and pairings with whiskey and rum. They cover industry life, festivals, merch, and future plans — plus lively banter, Malört shots, and plenty of bourbon and cigar chat.