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Bourbon Matters episodes

March 20, 2022 March Dramness 2022: Part 1
The guys have entered 2 bottles each, and the Bourbon Wives each entered one, into a blind tasting bracket which will determine an ultimate bourbon champion (at least out of the 8 picks in the bracket)! In this episode the guys pit Bourbons A and B against each other, and Bourbons C and D. Come back next episode for Bourbons W, X, Y, and Z. The tournament will conclude in the third episode of the series where we will crown a Champion!
58 min
March 06, 2022 Jake's Top 5 Findable Whiskeys
On the final episode of our Top 5 Findable Whiskey series, we try Jake's picks and try Woodford Double Oaked and Elijah Craig Small Batch. Jake's other 3 picks are Willet Family Estate Rye, Garrison Brothers Small Batch Bourbon, and TX Bourbon.
56 min
February 27, 2022 Dan’s Top 5 Findable Whiskeys
On the second episode of our 3 part series on the Guy's Top 5 Findable Whiskeys, we get Dan's picks and try James Pepper 1776 Bourbon and Jefferson Twin Oak. Dan's other 3 picks are Maker's Mark, Smooth Ambler Contradiction Bourbon, and Buffalo Trace Bourbon.
53 min
February 20, 2022 Roberto’s Top 5 Findable Whiskeys
On this first episode of our Top 5 Findable Whiskeys series, Roberto gives us his top picks and we taste Willet Pot Still Bourbon and Bulleit Rye. Roberto's other 3 top whiskeys are Knob Creek 9, Basil Hayden 10 year, and Elijah Craig Rye.
49 min
February 17, 2022 Bonus: Smooth Ambler Spotlight
In this Bonus Episode, we try 3 expressions from Smooth Ambler out of West Virginia - Contradiction Bourbon, Old Scout Straight Bourbon, and Founders’ Cask Strength Series Rye. Give these a try. You won’t be disappointed!
37 min
February 13, 2022 Episode 7: High West American Single Malt
In our seventh episode, we talk about new rare releases and a developing Chinese whiskey market. We then sample High West’s High Country Single Malt whiskey. A mild, fruity, fragrant dram that will please a sophisticated palate. After discussing its flavor profile, we surprise ourselves and decide to try 2 more whiskeys from High West. Cause, why not?! Tune in to see what happens when we do a triple header!
56 min
February 06, 2022 Episode 6: Whistlepig Piggyback Rye
For our sixth episode, we discuss different barrel aging processes, which is where whiskey matures and gets its flavor. We then open a Chicagoland release of WhistlePig Piggyback Rye VSOJ barrel. This special release is finished in old whiskey barrels, which was then used to age Revolution VSOJ beer, and then used to finish this WhistlePig Piggyback. If you are a fan of spicy, complex ryes, then this episode is for you!
55 min
January 30, 2022 Episode 5 - Barrell Cask Strength and Armida
For our fifth episode, Proof-essor Jake teaches us about the marketplace structure of the bourbon industry. We also discuss different finishing methods for bourbon. We then try two different varieties of Barrell Bourbon. First up is their Cask Strength Bourbon, which is blended with whiskey sourced from Indiana, Tennessee, and Wyoming. The second is a limited release called Armida, which is finished in Brandy Pear casks, Rum casks, and Sicilian Amaro casks. Give it a listen and… shoot ‘em up!
55 min
January 23, 2022 Episode 4: E.H. Taylor Single Barrel Bourbon
For our fourth episode, Professor Jake takes us back to college as we all enroll in Bourbon 101. We learn about the history of bourbon and go through some of the common terms used in the bourbon world. We then sample Colonel EH. Taylor Single Barrel. After you try it, you are going to want to put a ring on it. Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
42 min
January 16, 2022 Episode 3: Kentucky Owl WiseMan Bourbon
For our third episode, we dive into the world of counterfeit bourbons and the risk that comes with buying some of the most sought-after bottles. We then sample The WiseMan bourbon produced by Kentucky Owl. The WiseMan comes with a much lower price point than most Kentucky Owl bottles, but does it come with similar quality? Follow @bourbonmatters on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
28 min