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Latest Episodes:

004 - Bourbon Growth and Quality Control at Heaven Hill with Mike Sonne, Head Taster Mar 09, 2015

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Two part podcast. First part discussion about Heaven Hill growth and demand. In the second part, Ryan joins Mike Sonne, "Chief" Bourbon Quality Control Taster at Heaven Hill, to talk about his job working with Parker Beam and Denny Potter.

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We're out hunting for Elijah Craig Barrel Proof
Does bourbon need to stay closer to KY?
Heaven Hill fills their 7th million barrel
The bottling facility is something impressive
What's a typical day for tasting bourbon?
How did Larceny come about?
Vodka vs Bourbon in age preference
How is Parker's Heritage decided every year?

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003 - The Rich History of Four Roses with Al Young, Brand Ambassador Mar 09, 2015

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Al Young, Brand Ambassador of Four Roses, talks about the rich history of the brand and his story

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What's your story of how you got into the bourbon industry?
What are some of your daily or weekly duties as a "Brand Ambassador"?
Tell everyone about Four Roses: The Return of a Whiskey Legend
What was the book writing process like? How long?
Who was Paul Jones Jr and how did the name "Four Roses" come about?
Where was Four Roses during prohibition?
What role did Seagram's play in Four Roses?
What are your favorite vintage advertising pieces?

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002 - Getting to know the Master Distiller for Buffalo Trace, Harlen Wheatley Mar 09, 2015

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Harlen Wheatley, Master Distiller at Buffalo Trace, joins us we discuss multiple facets of his history and life at the famed Buffalo Trace Distillery

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Do you remember life before bourbon? What led you here?
Wheatley Vodka, the spirit named after Harlen.
Sampling, tasting, and characteristics of the brands
Don't you get tired of tasting bourbon all day?
History and future of the Single Oak Project
Warehouse X... what's the big deal?
What's more important? The mash bill or the aging process
Forecasting demand for Pappy and other BT products
What's the best part about your job?

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001 - Meet Ryan and Kenny and How to Form Hunting Parties Mar 09, 2015

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Meet Ryan and Kenny. Your hosts on this journey. They discuss everything about the show and more

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Welcome to the podcast! So what's this thing all about?
Who are some of the guests in the queue for upcoming shows.
How each of them got into bourbon, the history, and the culture.
How to form a facebook hunting posse which has worked out well for us.
Lastly, how do you throw a wrench into a bourbon tasting event?

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Introducing Bourbon Pursuit Mar 01, 2015

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Bourbon Pursuit is your source for the best in news, reviews, and interviews with people making the bourbon industry happen. The show dives into bourbon culture with informed, captivating, and casual dialogue. Join hosts Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick as they talk with prominent guests and tackle critical American whiskey issues.

Catch all new episodes every Thursday with special Whiskey Quickie reviews on Tuesday and the latest news with This Week in Bourbon on Friday

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