Jake, Dan, and Gold Eagle Jake wrap up the year by presenting their favorite bottles that they tried this year and commenting on the Whiskey Advocate Top 10 Whiskey List

The guys discuss Dan's favorite topic, Rye, and why the category deserves a second chance from bourbon fans

The guys discuss celebrity brands, how they've risen to prominence, and which ones are worth trying

The guys are joined by Matt and Garry to thoroughly discuss all 7 bottles in the coveted Bardstown Collection, a set of bottles released by distilleries in the area for various charitable causes.

The guys discuss some of the recent acquisitions of brands and distilleries, and what the pros and cons to this growing trend are

Phenomenal Spirits CEO Karthik joins the guys to discuss the Ry3 and Izalco labels

The guys discuss twist top bottles and why there is a stigma about them

The guys talk about the newest Gold Eagle barrel pick from Whiskey Acres, Barrel 1250, which uses a new mash bill and new yeast strain to produce a totally new flavor profile from the distillery

The guys talk about "dusties" and why they are highly regarded as better than their contemporary counterparts

The guys talk about what the proposed tariffs on foreign goods could mean for the whiskey market here in the U.S. and around the world