A not so Luxe Lite where Ben and Joel discuss their favorite pours of the year.  Listen to hear what the guys picked.  

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Ben and Joel participate in the social media trend, This or That.  On this Luxe Lite the guys will decide between Unicorn Bourbons.  Are they crazy? Do you agree? Or strongly disagree?? See what they choose and let us know what you think.

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Ben and Joel participate in the social media trend, This or That.  On this Luxe Lite the guys will decide between everyday bourbons.  Are they crazy? Do you agree? Or strongly disagree?? See what they choose and let us know what you think.

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Ben and Joel participate in the social media trend, This or That.  On this Luxe Lite the guys will decide between Classic Cocktails.  Are they crazy? Do you agree? Or strongly disagree?? See what they choose and let us know what you think.

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A not so Luxe Lite listen about Ben and Joel's favorite wines to pair with an American tradition: Thanksgiving.

On the menu:

Joel Pinot Noir Picks

1. Flowers
2. Failla
3. Sea Smoke
4. Paul Hobbs
5. Joseph Phelps
6. HdV Ygnacia
7. Cyrus

Ben Pinot Noir Picks

1. Gary Ferrell  Gap’s Crown Vineyard
2. Bergstrom Gregory Ranch 
3. Brittan Vineyards Basalt Block 
4. Lutum Sanford & Benedict
5. Etude Fiddlestix  
6. SPLURGE - Antica Terra

Joel Chardonnay Picks

1. Cakebread
2. Far Niente
3. Dolce Harvest Wine 
4. Paul Hobbs
5. Joseph Phelps

Ben Chardonnay Picks

1. HdV Chardonnay
2. Bergstrom Sigrid or Old Stones
3. Fisher Vineyards Whitney's Vineyard Chardonnay

*Let us know what you picked, if you like these or if you went with something else.

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Part Two of our two-part episode catching up with Ben and Joel and the guys talk all things Rye Whiskey.

On this Episode:

- Rye Whiskey is Joel's favorite whiskey in the world, and also his least favorite.
- It all started with Candy Crush
- With a little air in it, I love it now
- Say no a lot
- The latest LoL Release - Brook Hill Rye
- Rye gets better with age
- Are the best Ryes from Indiana?
- George Washington, Whiskey mogul
- Joel's Rye Whiskey recommendations
- Ben regrets NOT buying a bottle at Michter's.
- Life of Luxe happenings

On the Menu:

- Rare Character Single Barrel Series Rye Whiskey LOL-2: Life of Luxe Pick.  121.56 proof, 8yr 2m, 375ml

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Part One of our two-part episode catching up with Ben and Joel and the guys talk all things Rye Whiskey.

On this Episode:

- Joel is starting to out price Ben
- Busy with Life and Joel Moved.
- Ben was sad to see Joel go
- Joel is a cowboy now 
- Cowgirl vs. Cowboy steak
- Another not so quick Rapid Fire with Joel
- slide into the DM’s, Joel is looking for a friend
- when you say yes to something you are saying no to something
- Dallas cigar scene is awesome
- Joel killing dreams since 08
- The Dallas Whiskey scene is incredible
- Recapping The Life of Luxe Event at Willett Distillery
- Rare Character: Tastes Expensive
- Eating caviar off expensive watches
- Seafood: I had a bad experience
- Bring Le Grande Dame to the Dance
- The Bar at Willett is unmatched
- Ben was on the Dusty Train
- I already bought these bottles, can you guys drink this stuff?
- Candy Crush Auctions for a crazy amount
- Sick bottles getting put into the Wild. 

On the Menu:

- Rare Character Exceptional Cask: Fuente Charity Pick
- Rare Character Single Barrel Series Rye Whiskey LOL-2: Life of Luxe Pick.  121.56    proof, 8yr 2m, 375ml

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Part Two of our two-part get to know Ben and Joel episodes.

On this episode:

• Chocolate chips on the outside
• Have you seen food prices lately?
• Life of Luxe? Douche.
• Ben hates small talk 
• Silly questions
• 100 Grand is an underrated candy
• Joel can’t get into cheese curds
• Luxe or Sux
• Listener Questions
• Joel’s other personality
• Leave your shoes on!
• Let’s make Whiskey fun again
• Rating Ben’s Whiskey trade

On the Menu:

• Rebecca Reed’s famous chocolate chip cookies
• Private Reserve Seelbach’s Cabernet finish (130 proof)
• Private Reserve Seelbach’s Amburana finish (115.5 proof)
• Woodinville Single Barrel Bourbon, Barrel #6180 (116.23 proof)
• Hancock’s President’s Reserve (88.9 proof)
• Paladar Tequila: Life of Luxe Private Barrel Pick

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Part One of our two-part get to know Ben and Joel episodes.

On this episode:

• How Ben played in the new Life of Luxe golf hat
• An update on Joel’s golf game
• Genius’ pick green
• Dumb and Dumber doesn’t hold up
• It all started with Dewer’s White Label
• Joel’s first bourbon was a unicorn
• Ben and Joel’s Crazy Willett connection
• We have cool wives
• First impressions and crazy liquor store prices
• Pillaging the Cigar Honey Hole
• Best pour we’ve had lately
• God does not want Ben in Charleston
• Crushing Pappy Bottles 

On the Menu:

•  Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 year Bottled in Bond Bourbon

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Part Two of our two-part interview with Actor, Investor, Podcaster and Co-Founder of Palm Republic Rum, Eric Winter.

On this episode:

• Eric’s latest venture: Palm Republic Rum
• Rum is everything to Latin America
• Rum that tastes like Bourbon
• Beautiful Art Deco bottles
• Joel is NOT a rum drinker
• The Silver is not too sweet, great balance
• This is going to replace Tequila for Ben
• Rum is a lifestyle
• Punch up the alcohol (92 proof)
• The Dark Rum tastes older than 8 years
• Distilled in a Pot Still
• Joel is a little hungover
• The motivation behind starting the company
• It’s tough to find great rum
• This is NOT just another celebrity spirit brand
• The Rum is the Star
• A huge gap in the U.S. Rum market
• The goal for Palm Republic
• Why Bourbon when you can Rum?

On the Menu:

Palm Republic Silver Rum (80 proof)

• Distilled: Jamaica and the US Virgin Islands
• Taste: Light, tropical with hints of pineapple and lime
• Finish: Smooth and crisp with a whisper of lemon zest
• What makes it Special: A uniquely skippable silver rum

Palm Republic Aged Rum (92 proof)

• Distilled: Panama, Jamaica and the US Virgin Islands
• Taste: Rich and robust with hints of caramelized banana, brown sugar and walnuts
• Finish: Smooth, light and sweet.  Full bodied finish
• What makes it Special: Aged 8 years in sherry casks, delivering the complexity of a bourbon

Get more info on Palm Republic Rum at palmrepublicrum.com

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