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H and Dave chat about what Bottled in Bond really means, why it's important, and what makes Kings County from NYC unique. They also share their experience in the unique distillery in Brooklyn's Navy Yards and a pretty incredible distillery tour.
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00:00 Introduction to King's County Distillery03:11 Understanding Bottled in Bond06:12 The Distillation Process and Flavor Profiles09:04 The History and Significance of Bourbon in America10:00 Tour Experience at King's County Distillery -
While history has never been their strong suit, Dave and H explore the rich history and unique characteristics of Yellowstone Bourbon, produced by Limestone Branch Distillery. They discuss the distillery's origins, the Beam family's legacy in bourbon making, and their recent visit to the distillery, highlighting the personal touch and small-scale production that sets it apart. The conversation also touches on the historical context of bourbon production during Prohibition and the significance of Yellowstone National Park in the branding of the bourbon.
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00:00 Introduction to Yellowstone Bourbon03:08 The History of Limestone Branch Distillery06:04 The Legacy of the Beam Family08:53 Touring the Distillery and Unique Experiences -
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Dave and H sit down, pop the top off their first bottle from the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival, and debrief the best bits of the festival. From the pain of having to choose what bottles to bring back to Australia to the absolute pleasure of tasting the best bourbons in the world and meeting the people who make it, this episode is a wrap up and celebration of the three great days that was KYBF24.
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00:00 The Kentucky Bourbon Festival Experience01:30 The Maker's Mark Barrel Select Bottle03:30 Choosing what Bourbons to bring back to Australia04:15 Meeting Corky Taylor at Kentucky Peerless07:30 The Community and Stories Behind Bourbon09:20 A Call to Bourbon Enthusiasts to KYBF'25 -
While you can't buy any bottles of the Lucky Seven expressions in Australia ... yet. The Aussie Bourbon Lovers have some stories about meeting they guys behind this great non-distiller producer (NDP) at Kentucky Bourbon Festival, who have a great backstory and some incredible bourbons. We're looking forward to seeing Lucky Seven bourbons Down Under soon, but for the moment, you might need to make a quick trip to the states to get your hands on one of these incredible bottles.
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00:00 Introduction and Toast to Lucky 7 Bourbon00:44 Exploring the Aroma and Taste of Lucky 7 Bourbon03:12 The Concept of Non-Distilling Producers06:07 The Creative Storytelling and Bottle Design of Lucky 709:25 Meeting the Creators of Lucky 7 and Future Plans -
Green River Wheated is a fun Bourbon, and not just because the bottle is also a game (if you have a coin)... It's got a rich history (that we need to learn more about) and we love the flavours. The best news is that it recently became available here in Aus and is a cost-effective option for bourbon lovers to try.
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00:00 Introduction and Green River Wheated Bourbon02:00 The 'Shoot The Shoe' Game02:57 Exploring the Smoothness of Wheated Bourbons06:09 Famous Wheated Bourbons07:06 Availability of Green River in Australia08:29 The 'Possible' Connection Between Green River and Chicago09:28 A Discussion about Visiting the Green River Distillery -
H and Dave share a special pour of Stagg Jr, one of their favourite bottles while they try to pass on some of the knowledge that Drew Mayville, the Master Blender of Sazerac (Buffalo Trace) shared with them at an intimate tasting night in Melbourne. There are a few nuggets of gold about how to nose and taste, and a few stories too.
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00:00 Introduction to Stagg Jr Bourbon from Buffalo Trace02:41 Nosing and Tasting Techniques04:37 The Unique Characteristics of Stagg Jr07:06 Savouring the Long Finish08:34 Preference for Wheated Bourbon10:01 Enjoying Bourbon Your Way -
Dave and H take a moment to enjoy the final drops of this Distiller's Row Single Barrel from Peerless, while they fire up for Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024. So many great brands and expressions from over 60 distilleries, along with a bunch of new things to learn and try.
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00:00 Excitement for the Kentucky Bourbon Festival01:29 Discovering New Flavours and Comparing Bourbons03:24 Talking to the People Behind the Bourbon05:22 Fun Activities and Games at the Festival08:14 Explore and Learn about Bourbon at the Festival -
Dave and H enjoy sharing their version of the Blanton's single barrel story while they enjoy an expression made specially for the Australian market. Loads of interesting things about Warehouse H, the first single barrels that were bottled and those cool horsey stoppers on the beautiful bottles.
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00:00 Introduction to Blanton's Green Label Bourbon00:59 Understanding Blanton's as a Bourbon02:25 The Unique Experience of Single Barrel Bourbon03:10 The Influence of Barrel Location on Blanton's Flavour04:37 Exploring Rare and Collectible Editions of Blanton's -
In a liquor store in San Francisco, a wonderful person sold Dave this rather heavy bottle. While it's not easy to get in Australia, it is an amazing pour because of the unique way the bourbon is aged in a Solera. While Dave and H do a poor job of explaining what a solera system is, it's fair to say the outcome has a unique flavour and it's a special pour.
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00:00 Introduction to Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon01:24 Understanding Solera Aging03:13 Personal Anecdotes and Whiskey Tasting Experiences08:02 The Generosity of the Bourbon Community09:01 Camaraderie and Support in the Bourbon Industry -
It could be the rabbit on the bottle, or it could be the story of the name and the respect it pays to the history of Kentucky Bourbon, or it could be the Honey Malted Barley. But this is a bottle that has a few stories for us. Settle in for a pour of a great bourbon from Nulu in Louisville.
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00:00 The Name Difference: Rabbit Hole vs. Rabbit Tale02:06 Kentucky Bourbon Festival - A Wonderland Experience04:31 Tasting Notes: Spice, Honey, Orange, Mint, and Toasted Grain05:26 Immersive Tour Experience at Rabbit Hole Distillery08:50 No Master Distiller: Teamwork at Rabbit Hole09:20 Visit Rabbit Hole Distillery and Try the Delightful Bourbon -
Dave and H think this might be the world's most awarded bourbon, and it's hiding in a very boring bottle and it's super easy to get in Australia. They share some stories and thoughts about this banger and ask, is it cherry or orange ... or both?
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00:00 Introduction and Bottle Shape03:19 Flavour Profile and Smooth Finish04:24 Suitable for Beginners and Experienced Bourbon Drinkers06:36 Eagle Rare 10 Year: A Go-To Bottle07:05 Higher-Aged Expressions: 17 Year and Double Eagle Very Rare10:49 Wrap-up -
It's not every day that one of the global icons of bourbon comes to Australia, so when Dave spent half an hour with Eddie Russell, Wild Turkey's Master Distiller, in the South Yarra IGA (a convenience store), it was a very special Tuesday afternoon. Join Dave and H as they enjoy some of Eddie's Wild Turkey 101 and share some stories too.
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00:00 The Story Behind the Signed Bottle of Wild Turkey 10101:36 Exploring the Flavour Profile of Wild Turkey 10103:36 The Popularity and Consistency of Wild Turkey 10106:28 The Different Expressions of Wild Turkey08:16 The Debate: Collecting vs. Drinking Bourbon -
Buffalo Trace Distillery's wheated mashbill is the recipe of one of the most sought after bourbons in the world, Pappy Van Winkle, and its the same 'juice' as this quite accessible bourbon that you can get your hands on here in Australia. Dave and H discuss this 'Special Reserve' expression of Weller and why it's so approachable.
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00:00 Introduction to Weller Special Reserve00:30 The Popularity of Weller Special Reserve01:26 The Selection Process for Weller and Pappy Van Winkle06:00 Exploring the Rick Houses08:22 Perception of Bourbon in Australia09:18 Wheated Bourbon as a Versatile Cocktail Ingredient -
When Dave and H found themselves at the distillery on the very day that Woodford released their extremely limited 2022 Distillery Series Honey Barrel bottles, they thought they'd hit the jackpot. Join them as they taste this extremely rare bottle and talk about how the flavours of the honey barrel finish weren't quite what they were expecting.
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00:00 Introducing Woodford Reserve Honey Barrel Finish 2022 Distillery Series Release00:58 The Story Behind this Honey Barrel Finish06:09 The Philosophy of Drinking and Enjoying Bourbon07:59 Expectations vs. Reality: The Sweetness Factor09:25 Embracing the Fun of Trying Something New -
Elijah Craig's name echoes through the legends of bourbon, and some suggest he as the father of bourbon - in fact, they put that on the front of this bottle. For an easy-to-get bourbon (for Aussies), this is a great pour to enjoy. Uniquely, this bourbon spends between 8-12 years in the barrel which we think gives it some lovely complexity to those barrel-ey vanilla and oak notes, usually reserved for more premium pours.
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00:00 Introduction and Pouring Elijah Craig's Small Batch01:11 Elijah Craig: The Preacher, Distiller, and Entrepreneur04:37 The Phenomena of C923 Barrel Proof Release06:02 Aged to Perfection: Elijah Craig's 8 to 12-Year Age Statement08:54 Getting a bottle of Elijah Craig in Australia and Visiting the Heaven Hill Distillery -
For us, it's one of the Bourbon's that started it all on one fateful night in NYC. There is lots more to it than just one of the most eye-catching bourbon bottles on the market. And it's not to hard to get your hands on in Australia.
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00:00 Introduction and the Love it or Hate it of Willett Pot Still Bourbon01:01 The Unique Bottle Shape and Memorable Experience03:25 Visiting the Willett Distillery and Pot Stills03:55 Variations in Flavour Between Different Batches07:45 Availability and Bottle Sizes of Willett Pot Still Down Under -
We have lots of fond memories of Woodford Reserve and the memories started years ago. A visit to the distillery, a cocktail in their bar (or made at home) or just a neat pour of this infamous bourbon has plenty to offer. Some iconic master distillers have made this incredible brand one of Australia's favourite premium bourbons. While there are plenty of great bottles in their range, the main offering is a great pour.
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00:00 Introduction and Tasting Woodford Reserve06:09 The Rich History of Woodford Reserve Distillery07:38 Innovation and Master Distillers at Woodford Reserve09:32 Enjoying Woodford Reserve: Neat, On Ice, or in Cocktails -
It all started when a dad wanted to celebrate the birth of his daughter. What could be more wholesome than that?! But the range of bourbons that are now represented, of which the four grain is the 'baby', certainly has shown how good these bourbons are, and the growth that the Penelope brand has experienced shows the appetite in the market for this range of expressions. Another great story about another delicious bourbon.
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00:10 Introducing Penelope Four Grain: The 'Baby Bourbon'01:37 The Story Behind Penelope: A Bourbon for a Baby03:35 Why we think it's An Easy-Drinking Bourbon for Beginners06:01 All the facts about the Four Grain juice and Production Process -
There is so much that can be said about Buffalo Trace, so we won't say too much. Buffalo Trace is an iconic bourbon distillery in America known for its wide range of bourbons, from affordable to expensive. It is one of the few distilleries that stayed open during prohibition and has a long history. One of our favourite things about Freddie in the doco 'Neat' is his philosophy to drink and enjoy bourbon with loved ones. And, we think it's a must-visit distillery when you're next in Kentucky.
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00:00 Introduction to Buffalo Trace03:34 The Popular Demand for Buffalo Trace Bourbons06:00 The Classification of Buffalo Trace Bourbons07:47 The Philosophy of Drinking Bourbon, as shared in 'Neat'08:13 Interesting Stories and some loose History of Buffalo Trace09:41 A Visit to Buffalo Trace -
The 1910 expression of Old Forester isn't easy to get down under, but you can find bottles. It's double oaked and has flavours of maple, honey, vanilla, and brown sugar. We think of Old Forester for its consistent butterscotch-ey flavours and we think of it as a dessert-like bourbon. It can be difficult to find in Australia, but worth trying if you can get your hands on a bottle. The Old Forester distillery tour in Louisville, Kentucky is recommended, and their chocolate pairing is a must-try.
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00:00 The History and Significance of Old Forester02:39 Woodford Reserve Double Oaked: An Alternative to Old Forester 191004:25 The Old Forester Distillery Tour: Barrel Charring and Chocolate Pairings07:16 The Dessert-Like Experience of Old Forester - Visa fler