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Somehow we manged to get through many episodes without ever reviewing: Blanton's Bourbon: The Original Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey. This bourbon needs no introduction. It is the reason that some of us started collecting and it also still causes traffic jams every time it's released at the Buffalo Trace distillery. Even though we've reviewed a number of other Blanton variants in past episodes, you aren't going to want to miss our take on this iconic bourbon. While we have a lot of experience with this bottle, it's been quite some time since we sipped it and it was very eye opening.

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"The shortest bourbon conversation you're gonna hear all week long" is back and better than ever. Well, it's not necessarily better, but we are starting to get the hang of things. For this short, we tackle the newest permanent extension of the Bulleit brand: American Single Malt Whiskey. Made from 100% malted barley, this newer release from Bulleit represents a move in a new and innovative direction for the brand. But, are whiskey drinkers ready for it? We're not sure, but one thing that you can count on is our quick and honest take on this bottle.

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Just a few days ago, the online release of Russell's Reserve 15 Year Bourbon broke the Internet! While many people were hoping to get a bottle, very few were successful. We were lucky enough to snag a bottle at the distillery release. This brand new, ultra age / ultra premium release from Wild Turkey is one of the hottest bottles at the moment. Coming in at 15 years (minimum) and 117.2 proof, some people are calling this one of the best releases of the year. The conversation this week spans a number of topics including the recent 4th of July holiday, barrel picks, and color blindness. We also talk about how we obtained this bottle and give it an in depth tasting analysis. As always, we appreciate each and every one of you. Let us know what you think about Russell's 15 and if you will be chasing this limited release.

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You said you wanted more episodes, so we are trying to deliver. Join us this week as we venture into the unknown and put out our first "short" episode. The WhistlePig CampStock Wheat Whiskey is a collaboration between Solo Stove and WhistlePig. WhistlePig has been a darling of rye whiskey lovers for a long time, but they are starting to venture into more mainstream and attainable releases. Should that be music to your ears? You'll have to listen to find out.

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Special episode alert! This is the first time we've ever taken The Mash Up on the road. When Hector Garcia (who is a fan and friend of the podcast) asked us to come to his restaurant in Corbin, KY, we couldn't say no. Hector is the co-owner and operator of Brooklyn Brothers Pizzeria in Corbin and he is not only a budding bourbon aficionado, but also the proprietor of some of the best Italian style food we've ever had. This week, we taste and review the newest release in the Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series: The Heart Release. It was rumored that this series would be going away, but it is back with a vengeance. Not only do we give out thoughts on this bottle, but we also taste a number of different blinds and give our thoughts on those. You aren't going to want to miss the joke that Hector pulls on us...let's just say that he is definitely a dedicated listener and knew exactly what he was doing with his mystery blinds. If you are ever between Lexington and Knoxville or just find yourself near Corbin, you are going to want to check out Brooklyn Bros.

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Raise a glass to the man who raised you well! That's what the label on the side of this brand new Four Roses Special Barrel Strength Bourbon reads. Released about a week before Father's Day, this distillery only release was meant to honor the dads in our lives but wasn't without controversy. When we recorded this episode, we wondered how one of the highest proof single barrel releases in Four Roses history could be a "tier 3." Turns out that our sensibilities were correct and Four Roses recently offered new labels to people who purchased this bottle to correct the error. But past all of that, what does a 16 year 130 proof plus single barrel bourbon from Four Roses taste like? You'll have to give us a listen to find out. This week, we start off with a very special pour and discuss a wide array of "relaxing" topics. Join us as we raise a glass, have many laughs, and engage in some "pass, try, or buy."

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With Steven and Anthony on vacation, Kenny took it upon himself to book guests and record. Unlike other episodes where we give you exquisite details and our patented "pass, try, or buy," this episode is a pure hang between friends. Kenny is joined by none other than RareBird101 (DJ) and Whoryno (Alves). The three of them double blind each other with some excellent pours and engage in a riveting conversation about bourbon memories, brands, and industry trends. While this episode is lengthy and not in the typical format of the show, it is sure to delight the seasoned bourbon drinker and folks just getting into the hobby. The stories and perspective these guys bring is refreshing and the discussion showcases what bourbon is all about. Sit back, pour yourself something good and enjoy this conversation between friends.

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It's hard to believe that the Master's Keep series from Wild Turkey has been around for almost 10 years. In that time, we've seen everything from ultra aged Wild Turkey bourbon to different finishing techniques (rum, sherry, toasted) which has made these bottles stand out. The most recent release of the series, dubbed "Triumph," features the oldest ever age-stated rye from the brand. Coming in at 10 years old and 104 proof, the release represents a departure of sorts for a brand that has typically focused more on bourbon than rye. But, what does it taste like? You'll have to join the conversation this week to find out. In this episode, we talk turkey, enthusiast markets, and summer vacation. We also tease an interesting episode that will be dropping soon.

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Between vacations, we found the time to get together to bring you another action packed episode. This week, we taste and explore a single barrel cash strength offering from the up and coming Augusta Distillery. Nestled on the banks of the Ohio river in Northern Kentucky, Augusta Distillery released their first bourbon in 2020 and just recently won "best bourbon in the world" at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The Old Route 8 offering that we uncorked this week was selected by a local Lexington retailer and came in at 119 proof. Will this bottle live up the hype that was generated by the Buckner's 13 year bourbon that was deemed best in the world? Join us this week as we talk Disney, footwear, and NBA referees. As per the usual, Kenny offers up multiple blinds on the fly to compare this bottle to and many laughs ensue. You down with OPB?

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This week, we head out toward Bardstown (and also north of the border) to bring you a review of Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye Whiskey. Though the label is pretty old, the distillery is actually quite new. Since 2018, Preservation Distillery has focused on sourcing very unique stocks of whiskey and bottling it under their brands which include: Very Olde St. Nick, Pure Antique, Rare Perfection, and Wattie Boone. Chances are you've seen these bottles in your market, but should you pull the trigger? You'll have to listen to find out. Vacation season is in full swing which means that we may or may not have all the fellas for each episode, but we will always do our best to bring you the best content possible. In this episode, we talk recipes, exploding grills, and Kenny pulls one of the most unexpected blinds in Mash Up history.

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