Albert sits down with Yianni Barakos founder of Mason Dixon Distillery, to dive into his story and the distillery’s evolution. They cover everything from ready-to-drink cocktails to the hurdles of operating in a tourist-driven area. Yianni also opens up about his family’s background, the distilling process, and his commitment to sustainable farming. The conversation highlights Mason Dixon’s standout spirits, including the Legacy Bourbon, and explores the unique techniques that shape their products. Blending personal stories with industry insights, the episode offers both education and entertainment for listeners.

Nick from the Tampa Bay Bourbon Boyz joins us to explore the world of Dynasty Spirits and Lasso Motel Whiskey. From tasting notes and unique labels to pairing tips and luxurious flavors like Mizunara and Naranja, we dive deep into whiskey culture, brand stories, and personal insights.

In this episode, the hosts are joined by Joe Hayhoe from The Blind Pig Basement Pub for a blind whiskey tasting. They share their own paths into whiskey, talk about the evolving release scene, spotlight Iowa’s Cedar Ridge Distillery, and swap stories about festival planning and Airbnb adventures.

As the tasting unfolds, they offer honest reactions and dive into proof, price points, and the challenges of the whiskey world. It’s an episode that keeps things both fun and informative—without giving away what’s in the glass.

In Part 2, the Found North Whisky team dives deeper into their innovative approach to whisky-making, with a spotlight on their Helldiver release. They talk about why educating consumers on production methods matters, who their whisky’s are crafted for, and how their style sets them apart. The conversation also covers personal whiskey preferences, go-to recommendations, and the tricky art of blind tasting. Things wrap up with a fun round of rapid-fire questions and genuine insights into today’s whiskey community.

The hosts sit down to explore the story of Found North Distillery and what makes Canadian whisky unique. From its origins to the art of blending, they talk about the differences between Canadian and American whiskey, the balance of science and creativity, and how Canadian laws give distillers more freedom. At the heart of it all is Found North’s commitment to quality over quantity. Grab a pour and enjoy this conversation full of insights, stories, and passion for great whisky.

Goog’s blind pick is on deck — and Pierre Bernal’s along for the ride. Pierre talks about moving from wine to whiskey and why he’s all about supporting local distilleries. The crew dives into tasting notes, takes their shots at proof and price, and lays down final ratings before wrapping things up with some fun rapid-fire questions.

In this Blind Series episode, the crew hangs out with David from David’s Rickhouse to talk about his journey into whiskey, the rise of single-barrel bourbons, and the passion that drives the whiskey community. They get into the hype around bottles like Blanton’s, the role social media plays, tasting tips, and even the struggles of bottle fatigue. Then it’s on to the blind review—Vinny’s pick—followed by a round of a new game, Chug, Sip, or Drain Pour. Grab a glass and join in, because this one’s full of laughs and honest takes you won’t want to miss.

In this Blind Series episode, the crew is joined by David from David’s Rickhouse to talk about his path into whiskey, the rise of single-barrel bourbons, and the passion behind the whiskey community. They touch on everything from the hype around bottles like Blanton’s to the way social media shapes the conversation. Along the way, they dig into tasting tips, bottle fatigue, and how personal preferences really drive the whiskey experience. And of course, it all leads up to the blind review—Vinny’s pick—where honest reactions and a few surprises make for a fun and insightful pour.

It all starts with a dream — literally. After swapping stories about a strange hospital dream, the hosts get back to business with another blind whiskey review. There’s plenty of guessing, a few surprises, and a lot of laughs before the final reveal.

This week, we put curiosity in a cask. Heisey’s co-worker took a bottle of Bulleit 95 Rye and gave it a homemade twist—aging it in a mini barrel with a sherry wine finish. We’re tasting the classic straight pour side-by-side with this experimental creation to see how much the barrel and sherry influence change the game. Did the experiment pay off or fall short? Time to find out right here with The Only Bourbon Fans.